In 1939, after the invasion of Poland by Nazi Germany and the loss of the defensive war by the Polish army, all the western regions of Poland, including the town of Oświęcim, werenannexed by the Third Reich. The town was renamed as Auschwitz and the same name was given to a complex of concentration and extermination camps that were built there. The history of the Auschwitz concentration camp can be divided into two primary periods: the years 1940-1942, when it functioned as a concentration camp and a place of slow extermination, and the years 1942-1944, when it was transformed into the biggest centre of immediate mass extermination of Jews, who had been transported into the camp under the policy conducted by the Third Reich that assumed the extermination of the entire Jewish population in Europe. It is estimated that over 1.1 million women, men and children died in the camp during these four years. Around 90% of casualties were Jews brought there from all the European countries that were occupied by Germany or situated in the zone of German influence. Most of them were put to death in gas chambers and others were victims of brutal punishments, medical experiments or inhumane living conditions in the camp.
A visit to the Auschwitz Museum allows you to learn about the cruel fate of these people and to broaden your historical knowledge of the Holocaust. A trip to the Auschwitz-Birkenau Museum is a specific encounter with the history of Nazi cruelty and the fate of the Holocaust victims, which is the saddest in the history of humanity. During the tour, tourists will see a permanent exhibition, original camp buildings in the main part of the complex (Auschwitz) and the most important sites in Brzezinka (Birkenau). Konzentrationslager (KL) Auschwitz was established as a result of Nazi policy conducted in the territory of occupies Poland in order to destroy the Polish state by means of mass deportations and systematic extermination. The KL Auschwitz camp was the largest Nazi concentration camp and extermination centre, so we ask that you to maintain due respect to the memory of the victims. During the tour, the group will be accompanied by an experienced museum guide who will tell tourists step by step about the sad fate of the camp victims. The entire sightseeing tour, including travel, will last around 7-8 hours – the visit to the first part of the Museum will take 2 hours, and the visit to Birkenau will take around 1 hour. Please remember that the programme of the trip does not include any lunch break. Because the camp is situated on an extensive open space, please remember to take clothes that will give you adequate protection against the prevailing weather conditions.Sites Visited
· Auschwitz I Main Camp
· Auschwitz II Birkenau CampBecause of the need to preserve the historical authenticity of the site of the Memorial it may be difficult for dissabled persons to move around the grounds and buildings. Due to the character of historical paving of roads and sidewalks within former Auschwitz I and Auschwitz II Birkenau camps, persons with movement disabilities need someone else’s assistance in the majority of cases.
The access to historical buildings hosting the exhibitions is limited due to the fact that within the blocks, their ground floor level is ca. 70cm above the level of the adjacent area, while historical external stairs limit the possibility to install permanent elements (ramps, lifts) facilitating the access for people with movement disabilities. Persons moving on wheelchairs need someone else’s assistance in order to reach the ground floor. Upper levels of the blocks are not accessible for persons moving on wheelchairs.
Due to the facts listed above the Regular Tour that is offered is not wheelchair accessible.
All customers with special needs are kindly asked to inquire about a private tour availability.
A visit to the Auschwitz Museum allows you to learn about the cruel fate of these people and to broaden your historical knowledge of the Holocaust. A trip to the Auschwitz-Birkenau Museum is a specific encounter with the history of Nazi cruelty and the fate of the Holocaust victims, which is the saddest in the history of humanity. During the tour, tourists will see a permanent exhibition, original camp buildings in the main part of the complex (Auschwitz) and the most important sites in Brzezinka (Birkenau). Konzentrationslager (KL) Auschwitz was established as a result of Nazi policy conducted in the territory of occupies Poland in order to destroy the Polish state by means of mass deportations and systematic extermination. The KL Auschwitz camp was the largest Nazi concentration camp and extermination centre, so we ask that you to maintain due respect to the memory of the victims. During the tour, the group will be accompanied by an experienced museum guide who will tell tourists step by step about the sad fate of the camp victims. The entire sightseeing tour, including travel, will last around 7-8 hours – the visit to the first part of the Museum will take 2 hours, and the visit to Birkenau will take around 1 hour. Please remember that the programme of the trip does not include any lunch break. Because the camp is situated on an extensive open space, please remember to take clothes that will give you adequate protection against the prevailing weather conditions.Sites Visited
· Auschwitz I Main Camp
· Auschwitz II Birkenau CampBecause of the need to preserve the historical authenticity of the site of the Memorial it may be difficult for dissabled persons to move around the grounds and buildings. Due to the character of historical paving of roads and sidewalks within former Auschwitz I and Auschwitz II Birkenau camps, persons with movement disabilities need someone else’s assistance in the majority of cases.
The access to historical buildings hosting the exhibitions is limited due to the fact that within the blocks, their ground floor level is ca. 70cm above the level of the adjacent area, while historical external stairs limit the possibility to install permanent elements (ramps, lifts) facilitating the access for people with movement disabilities. Persons moving on wheelchairs need someone else’s assistance in order to reach the ground floor. Upper levels of the blocks are not accessible for persons moving on wheelchairs.
Due to the facts listed above the Regular Tour that is offered is not wheelchair accessible.
All customers with special needs are kindly asked to inquire about a private tour availability.
Duration
7 hours
Highlights
- Visit the Auschwitz-Birkenau complex, the largest of the Nazi concentration camps
- Tour the permanent exhibitions and buildings at the Auschwitz I-Main Camp and the most
- important original camp buildings in Auschwitz II-Birkenau
- Licensed Professional Guide service included
- Avoid the queues with a skip-the-line ticket
- Roundtrip transportation from Krakow included
What’s Included
- Expert tour guide
- Return (round-trip) transportation from Krakow
- Pick up from Meeting Point
- Skip the Line Access
- Entrance ticket
- Headsets when appropriate at Auschwitz I Main Camp
- Visit to the most important parts of Auschwitz I Main Camp and Auschwitz II Birkenau
- Camp
- Short breaks (10 – 20 miuntes)
What’s Not Included
- Gratuities
- Food/Beverage
Location / Starting point
Meeting point : COACH STOP Next To Krakow Main Post Office At Ul. Wielopole 2 (Meeting Point: COACH STOP next to Krakow Main Post Office at ul. Wielopole 2 . Ends at meeting point. Please note that the exact tour time is subject to availability at the museum. YOU MUST CONTACT SeeKrakow Help Desk at +48 506 379 678 to RECONFIRM your booking and pick up time as soon as you receive your E-ticket. Please quote your Attraction World booking number, full name and date of booking. Please leave your contact number with SeeKrakow for reconfirmation of your tour.)
Additional information
Your booking is on request and will be confirmed within 48 working hours. If we are unable to fulfil your dates, we will contact you within this period with an alternative date. If you do not hear from us within 48 working hours, your booking will be confirmed for the date you have requested. Please refrain from booking flights/accommodation until your booking is confirmed.
Our designated meeting location is the COACH STOP adjacent to Krakow Main Post Office, located at Ul. Wielopole 2. Upon confirming your tour with our supplier, they may suggest an alternative pick-up point that is more convenient for you. We recommend reconfirming your arrangements promptly upon receiving your ticket.• As per the requirements of Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum, all participants are required to provide their full name and contact details as part of the booking
• Entrance may be refused if the name provided on the booking is not identical to the name on the ID provided when entering
• Departure time might differ from the time listed. The exact pickup time will be confirmed up to 1 day prior to the tour date
• It is the responsibility of all visitors to be at the meeting point at confirmed meeting time. Guests arriving after departure cannot be accommodated & missed tours or tickets cannot be refunded.
• For help with meeting point or other urgent issues, please phone +48 506 379 678.
• The guided tour of Auschwitz Birkenau State Museum is approximately 3.5 hours long and is conducted according to Auschwitz Birkenau State Museum Rules and Regulations
• It is recommended to take a packed lunch from Krakow to consume during a short break between both campsStudent 13-25 years old with Valid Student IDAll customers with special needs are kindly asked to inquire about a private tour availability.
Our designated meeting location is the COACH STOP adjacent to Krakow Main Post Office, located at Ul. Wielopole 2. Upon confirming your tour with our supplier, they may suggest an alternative pick-up point that is more convenient for you. We recommend reconfirming your arrangements promptly upon receiving your ticket.• As per the requirements of Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum, all participants are required to provide their full name and contact details as part of the booking
• Entrance may be refused if the name provided on the booking is not identical to the name on the ID provided when entering
• Departure time might differ from the time listed. The exact pickup time will be confirmed up to 1 day prior to the tour date
• It is the responsibility of all visitors to be at the meeting point at confirmed meeting time. Guests arriving after departure cannot be accommodated & missed tours or tickets cannot be refunded.
• For help with meeting point or other urgent issues, please phone +48 506 379 678.
• The guided tour of Auschwitz Birkenau State Museum is approximately 3.5 hours long and is conducted according to Auschwitz Birkenau State Museum Rules and Regulations
• It is recommended to take a packed lunch from Krakow to consume during a short break between both campsStudent 13-25 years old with Valid Student IDAll customers with special needs are kindly asked to inquire about a private tour availability.
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