Poprad: Tour to Aschwitz Birkenau

This profound and solemn journey from Poprad takes you to the Auschwitz-Birkenau Camp, a place that stands as a stark reminder of the atrocities committed during World War II. Established by the Nazi regime in 1940, Auschwitz evolved into a complex where millions suffered and perished. The camp is synonymous with the Holocaust, where approximately 1.5 million people, predominantly Jews, were systematically murdered. Others, including Poles, Romani people, and prisoners of various nationalities, also fell victim to the camp’s brutalities.

Your tour will commence with a hotel pick-up in a comfortable mini-van or car, ensuring a thoughtful and contemplative journey to the camp. Upon arrival, you will spend approximately 3.5 hours touring both Auschwitz I and Auschwitz II-Birkenau with a knowledgeable local guide. This guided exploration is conducted in English and is designed to provide you with a deep understanding of the site’s history, the daily lives of prisoners, and the enormity of the crimes committed within these walls.

As you walk through the remnants of the barracks, gas chambers, and crematoria, the magnitude of human suffering and the resilience of the human spirit become palpably clear. The tour is not only an educational experience but also an opportunity to pay respects to those who lost their lives in this tragic chapter of human history.

Approximately 12 hours, including travel time and a 3.5-hour camp sightseeing.

• Comprehensive guided tour of Auschwitz I and Auschwitz II-Birkenau.
• Insightful commentary from an English-speaking local guide.
• Reflective moments at key sites within the camps, including the remaining barracks, gas chambers, and crematoria.
• Understanding the scale and specifics of the Holocaust and other atrocities committed.
• A solemn opportunity to honor the memory of the victims and contemplate the lessons of history.

Prices start from 90 EUR (exact pricing may vary based on group size and additional services)

• Hotel pick-up and drop-off at a chosen time.
• Transportation in a comfortable mini-van or car.
• English-speaking driver’s assistance.
• Entrance tickets and guided tour inside the camps with an English-speaking guide.