Discover the History of Auschwitz-Birkenau

Embark on a moving guided journey from Krakow to Auschwitz-Birkenau, one of the most significant sites of remembrance in Europe. This comprehensive experience ensures you explore the memorial site with insight and respect, led by a certified historian who provides essential historical context at every step.

Guided Exploration With an Expert

Your day begins with convenient roundtrip transport from your hotel, allowing you to travel in comfort to Oswiecim. Upon arrival, meet your local guide, whose expertise will illuminate the complex history of both Auschwitz I and Birkenau. Learn how this former concentration and extermination camp played a powerful role in European and world history.

Thoughtful and Informative Tour

Walk through the entrance marked by the infamous "Arbeit macht frei" sign and explore original barracks, watchtowers, and memorial displays. Your guide shares detailed accounts from survivors and highlights the significance of artifacts preserved throughout the camp. In Birkenau, witness the vast layout and hear explanations about the structures and conditions that marked one of the world's darkest eras.

Comprehensive Experience

The tour is designed to help visitors of all backgrounds understand the historical events that unfolded here, with time to pause, reflect and absorb the memorial’s significance. A boxed lunch is provided to ensure sustenance throughout your visit, so you can focus on this important educational experience.

• Learn about the history and impact of the Holocaust from an expert guide

• See areas of daily life, memorials and exhibitions within both sections of the camp

• Access the site comfortably thanks to included transport and organized entry

• Gain deeper insight into individual stories of those who lived and died here

Plan Your Visit

The itinerary allows sufficient time in each location, ensuring you can experience the key sites with care and respect. The Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum enforces strict visitor guidelines to preserve the dignity of the site, so your guide will prepare you for what to expect and how to conduct yourself during the tour. Wheelchair access and other accommodations are available for visitors with special requirements. Please bring a valid photo ID for site entry and be prepared for security checks.

This tour offers a respectful and immersive way to explore an essential historical memorial, making it accessible and meaningful whether you are a first-time visitor or researching for deeper understanding.

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