Krakow: Auschwitz-Birkenau & Salt Mine -private/shared transport
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Is Krakow: Auschwitz-Birkenau & Salt Mine -private/shared transport worth booking?
Krakow: Auschwitz-Birkenau & Salt Mine -private/shared transport is a 11-hour experience in Krakow, Poland, from $180 per person. It scores 59 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 4.9/5 rating across 13 reviews. This booking is non-refundable, so pick your date carefully. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 59 / 100
- Rating
- 4.9/5 (13)
- Duration
- 11 hours
- From
- $180 per person
If you are visiting Krakow just for a short weekend, this may be the perfect option for you. Choose the best option for you: private or combined transport always provided by a luxury Mercedes S Class or Minivan. Our frie
What you get
About this experience
If you are visiting Krakow just for a short weekend, this may be the perfect option for you. Choose the best option for you: private or combined transport always provided by a luxury Mercedes S Class or Minivan. Our friendly English speaking chauffeur with excellent knowledge of the region will take care of you, pick you up from your hotel, take you to each of the places visited and drop you back at your hotel after you have finished. We provide you with bottled water and local snacks and an introduction to the history of the places visited along the way to prepare you for the places you are visiting. We will do our best to make this day special.
What's included
Included
- English speaking chauffer
- Transport by luxury
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Professional guide in Salt Mine and Auschwitz
- Bottled water and local sweets/snacks
Not included
- Gratuities
- Lunch
What you'll see and do
Panstwowe Muzeum Auschwitz-Birkenau
You'll visit State Museum Auschwitz - Birkenau, the former German Nazi Concentration and Extermination Camp, the biggest of all of places created by the Germans. We'll take care of you during a tour day, make introduction about visited places, but visit in Auschwitz - Birkenau is with official educator of this place in a group tour. In the middle of the day you have a time for a lunch break in local place (cost not included).
180 minutes here · Admission included
Wieliczka Salt Mine
The most incredible Salt-Mine in the world. Listed by Unesco in 1972. You walk down the stairs to free of nine levels, walk about 3 km through amazing chambers full of salty art made by simple miners, who worked there.
180 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 10 minutes before departure.
Options you can book
Shared transport by Minivan
Shared transportation Duration: 11 hours bottled water, snacks Mercedes Minivan or S-Class Pickup included
Private transport
Premium Duration: 11 hours Mercedes S/E Class or Minivan Pickup included
Before you book
- Cancellation
- All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 7 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Krakow4you
Know before you go
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- We will confirm pick up time up to a week before tour. If you have any wishes about time of pic up, just let us know, we will do our best.
- The duration of tour will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions and chosen option: one or two days tour
- Due to uneven surfaces, visit Auschwitz&Birkenau is not suitable for those with walking disabilities or using a wheelchair
- IMPORTANT: The maximum size of hand luggage cannot be larger than 35cm x 20cm x 20cm. Larger backpacks, bags, suitcases should be left in the car or taken to the luggage room located in the area of entrance.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 13 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
7 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
The guide
6 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Food and drink
4 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Pace and timing
3 mentionsSeveral reviewers comment on how the schedule is paced.
Value for money
2 mentionsTravelers feel they got more than they paid for.
Organization
2 mentionsPickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.
Traveler reviews
13 verified traveler reviews for Krakow: Auschwitz-Birkenau & Salt Mine -private/shared transport. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Awesome service
Our trip to Auschwitz and later the salt mines was booked by a friend with Alicia who maintained good contact prior to us travelling to Krakow. The meeting point arranged near to where we were staying and she met us bang on time. Ali was very friendly and extremely knowledgeable about the area now and during WWII. Which made the hour and a half journey fly by. She stopped at a cafe so we could grab a coffee, a god send as it was an early start. She had snacks and water aplenty to see us through the journey also. She had pre-booked our tickets and got us to the entrance and explained fully what we needed to do (At Auschwitz you must take photo id which matches the name on your ticket and go through airport style security) After we had been around Auschwits you go on a 10 bus ride to Birkenau extermination camp. Whilst waiting for the bus Ali met us with more water and snacks. Rode the bus with us, again imparting great knowledge and endured we knew where to go and what to do. After we had finished we returned on the bus to Auschwitz where she met us from the bus, more snacks and water then drove us to the village where the salt mines were. She asked us what sort of lunch we were looking for and took us to a lovely local restaurant for authentic Polish dumplings. She explained everything about the food and helped with our ordering. We had arrived an hour ahead of schedule so took us to and around the nearby graduation tower. Very cheap to go into and around and again was very knowledgeable. At the allotted time took us to the mines and explained again what we could expect. There are two exits from the mines (tour takes 2-3 hours) which are quite far apart. We exited at the furthest point but Ali was there to guide us where we needed to go. More great knowledge of all things whilst we drove back to Krakow and even took the time to drive us to her favourite ice cream shop to sample the gelato which was great. This was not the cheapest tour but we all thought well worth the money!
Response from the operator: OMG!!!! Thank you from the bottom of my heart❤️ I did not expect you spend so much time to write so long and fully detailed review. I’m glad you did not write all what happened this day🤣 It was a huge pleasure and honour to serve you and I had a great time with you. I’m looking forward to seeing you all again.
via Tripadvisor
Must do when in Krakow
Alicia picked us up and a very comfortable and clean car. She was very friendly and refreshments for us. She was very knowledgeable about the history of Auschwitz Birkenau. This was a must do when in Poland, private transportation and Alicia made this trip even that much better we had lunch at a very local restaurant before we went down into the salt mines Delicious local Polish cuisine. Salt mines are amazing 135 m below the earth surface. Thank you for the great experience John. Erick, Shawn, and Dave.
via Tripadvisor
Must do while in Krakow
Alisa picked us up at our hotel was warm and welcoming. Transportation was clean and comfortable. Very nice. Alicia had water and snacks for us for the long day. Alisa’s Knowledge of history of Poland was extensive. Auschwitz Birkenau is a must do when coming to Poland and salt mines are an experience not to be missed.
via Viator
Definitely the best we could choose in Krakow!
Thank you very much for the two wonderful days in Auschwitz, Salt Mine Wieliczka and transfer to the airport. We always felt like real VIP's and were lucky to benefit from the enormous knowledge of Alicja Dariusz! Highly recommended because absolutely friendly, very flexible and exactly on the personal needs adapted tours!
Response from the operator: Thank you very much for your feedback. It was real pleasure to meet you gentelmen.
via Tripadvisor
Excellent tour
We were in Krakow with our three teenage boys for spring break. We did not have a lot of time in Krakow before heading to Berlin. Doing both of these tours in one day was perfect. We loved our guide and being able to see both Auschwitz camps was sobering but amazing. Everyone in their lifetime needs to see them in order to fully understand the magnitude of the Holocaust. The salt mines are mind blowing. Highly recommend
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 11 hours
- Free cancellation
- Non-refundable
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $180 to $500
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 5
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 59
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Krakow: Auschwitz-Birkenau & Salt Mine -private/shared transport: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Krakow.
How much does Krakow: Auschwitz-Birkenau & Salt Mine -private/shared transport cost?
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Prices start at $180 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Krakow usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Krakow: Auschwitz-Birkenau & Salt Mine -private/shared transport take?
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Plan for about 11 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Krakow is not rushed.
Is Krakow: Auschwitz-Birkenau & Salt Mine -private/shared transport worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 59 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.9/5 across 13 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable culture & history in Krakow, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Krakow: Auschwitz-Birkenau & Salt Mine -private/shared transport?
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No. This experience is sold on a non-refundable basis, so only book a date you are confident about. Similar experiences in the city do offer free cancellation if flexibility matters more than price.
Is Krakow: Auschwitz-Birkenau & Salt Mine -private/shared transport suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 11-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Krakow: Auschwitz-Birkenau & Salt Mine -private/shared transport?
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Around 5 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Krakow can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Krakow and add a light layer if any part of the 11-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Krakow: Auschwitz-Birkenau & Salt Mine -private/shared transport start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Krakow within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Krakow?
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On Outty we rank every Krakow experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Complete Cracow Bike Tour (small group of maximum 15 people!), Krakow–Zakopane: Cable Car, Chocholow Baths, Cheese & Vodka, Krakow: Zakopane & Hot Springs Tour with Cable Car (Hotel Pickup). The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Krakow?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Krakow?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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