Auschwitz Birkenau Tour from Krakow and Evening Klezmer Music Concert with Dinner

Summary

The tour begins with a Krakow hotel pickup. Then travel to Oswiecim, Poland, located about 31 miles (50 km) west. Watch a documentary film about the former Nazi concentration camp during the drive from Krakow to Oswiecim and learn about the tragedies of World War II and the lives lost at Auschwitz-Birkenau. See the two main camps, Auschwitz I and Auschwitz II-Birkenau, then visit the Auschwitz-Birkenau State Museum, dedicated to the memory of those people who died in both camps during World War II. See many of the artifacts on display, including the personal possessions of the prisoners who were brought there. After a return trip to Krakow, spend the evening at Klezmerhojs, a Jewish cafe located in Kazimierz, a historical district of Kraków Old Town. Dine on traditional Jewish food and listen to a concert featuring original Klezmer music.

Tour info

Duration
9 hours
Group Size
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Meeting Point
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Why take this tour?

On a 8 hour tour of the Auschwitz and Birkenau concentration camps from Krakow, discover the tragic events that took place during World War II. Your guide will take you on a tour of the camps and exhibits, introducing you to the history and personal stories of those that died here. Returning to Krakow after the tour, spend your evening tasting traditional Jewish dishes and listening to original Klezmer music in Krakow's former Jewish quarter, Kazimierz (1 hour).

What’s included?

  • Dinner (without drinks)

  • Professional driver/guide

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off (select hotels only)

  • Air-conditioned vehicle

  • Food and drinks, unless specified

Things to know

Before you book

  • Duration: 9h

  • Mobile tickets accepted

Cancellation Policy

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

Operated by:

Krakow Tours by Point Travel DMC

About operator:

KRAKOW TOURS are operated since 1990 by Point Travel DMC - Polish Touroperator. We offer local tours and excursions in Krakow and its environs - day tours in English all year round by bus with free courtesy collection from hotels in Krakow. Luxury Private tours by car, Krakow Sightseeing, Three Faces of Krakow, Tours for KL Auschwitz and Birkenau, Salt Mine Wieliczka, Holy Father John Paul II , Czestochowa - Black Madonna Shrine, Kazimierz - former Jewish District , National Parks : Zakopane, Dunajec River Gorge, raft trip and many other tours. City Breaks packages in Poland with accommodation, tours and transfers.

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