Warsaw: Regular Tour to Auschwitz – Birkenau

The Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum is a place of profound historical importance, where visitors from around the world come to reflect on the atrocities committed during the Holocaust. On this regular tour, you’ll travel from Warsaw to the Auschwitz-Birkenau concentration camp, which is located near the town of Oświęcim, roughly 300 kilometers from the capital.

The journey takes you on a coach ride through the Polish countryside, giving you time to prepare for the emotional and educational experience ahead. Upon arrival, a professional guide will lead you through the Auschwitz I camp, the site of the infamous Nazi regime’s initial concentration and extermination efforts. You’ll walk through the historical barracks, where exhibits document the stories of the millions affected by the Holocaust. The guide will provide detailed commentary on the camp’s history, its significance in the broader context of World War II, and the devastating experiences of those who were held there.

After visiting Auschwitz I, the tour will continue to Auschwitz II-Birkenau, a vast site that was expanded to handle the genocide of Jews, Roma, and other targeted groups. This portion of the tour includes a walk through the remnants of the gas chambers, barracks, watchtowers, and railway tracks, which are chilling reminders of the camp’s harrowing history. The vastness of Birkenau, with its remains stretching as far as the eye can see, gives an overwhelming sense of the scale of human suffering that took place there.

Throughout the tour, your guide will recount the stories of survivors, as well as provide insights into the role Auschwitz played in the larger context of Nazi policies and the Holocaust. The site now stands as a memorial and museum, dedicated to preserving the memory of those who perished and ensuring that future generations understand the importance of preventing such atrocities from ever occurring again.

After the tour of both Auschwitz I and Birkenau, the group will return to Warsaw. This educational experience offers the chance to witness the history and legacy of Auschwitz, and to pay respects to the victims of one of history’s darkest chapters. It is a somber yet important journey that serves as both a historical learning experience and a meaningful tribute to the lives lost.

Approximately 14 hours

• Visit the Auschwitz I and Auschwitz II-Birkenau camps, crucial sites of Holocaust history.
• A guided tour led by a professional historian, providing detailed commentary on the history of the Holocaust.
• Explore the museum exhibits that document the lives of the people affected by the camps.
• Learn about the operation of the camps and the stories of survivors and victims.
• Visit the haunting remnants of the gas chambers, barracks, and railway tracks at Birkenau.

Prices start from 109 EUR (exact pricing may vary based on group size and additional services).

• Round-trip transportation from your accomodation in Warsaw
• Comfortable transfer in a minivan or an another similar car
• Group guided tour of Auschwitz & Birkenau in your chosen language for up to 3.5 hours
• Entrance tickets and fast-track admission

• Please wear comfortable clothing and shoes, as the tour involves walking over uneven terrain.
• The tour can be emotionally challenging, and participants should be prepared for a somber atmosphere.
• This tour is available in multiple languages, including English, Spanish, German, and others.
• The tour is suitable for adults and older children (under 14s should be accompanied by an adult).
• There are some restrictions regarding photography within certain areas of the camp.