Eendaagse tour naar Auschwitz-Birkenau vanuit Warschau met de auto

I was under the impression that the group of 7 I drove with be our own tour. We met up with other tours and there were too many people. If you didn’t walk in the front, you would hear information via headphones 2 minutes before seeing the spot that was discussed. I also had a hard time understanding the guide. I could have learned more just by reading Wikipedia. You are better off hiring a personal guide instead of this tour with at least 30 people. I am only recommending because it’s important for people to visit.

I was surprised to learn that booking the experience does not guarantee your visit, which is not the tour company’s fault. Auschwitz released a limited number of English speaking guides per day and you are also competing for a spot against others visiting the museum/memorial. I booked the tour over a month prior to my visit date. 3-4 days before, I got a message from Agnieszka asking me to switch days to accommodate the tour. I was unable to switch days, but she made sure I was able to get a spot to tour Auschwitz on my preferred day. I found out about 24 hours prior to my tour that I would be going. I appreciated her efforts to ensure I was able to see Auschwitz and her flexibility in assisting me. I was picked up by Adam in a van and escorted down to Auschwitz. It was a 3.25 hour drive one way and he makes as many stops as you need. Highly recommend. It is worth the price and the long day.

It is a very long day with lots of brisk walking and minimal breaks. Our driver was prompt and our guide was very informative. You need sunscreen,hat,umbrella for shade. I suggest taking lunch and maybe fruit and have it when you get there as this will be your only chance. It is very very busy and tours keep moving through. They have vending machines there with fresh sandwiches and drinks. Water is very rarely cold. Our driver provided water also but not cold.