From Krakow: Wieliczka Salt Mine Guided Tour
Duration: 5 hours
Wieliczka Salt Mine Guided Tour from Krakow
Product ID: 87356
Explore the historical Wieliczka Salt Mine on a half-day guided tour from Krakow. See the magnificent underground St. Kinga's Chapel and marvel at the salt sculptures and saline lakes.
About this activity
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Duration 3 - 3.5 hours
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Live tour guide
German, French, Italian, Russian, English
Audio guide/headphones
English
Pickup included
Pick-up possible from your accommodation in Krakow. The pick-up time may be prior to or later than the departure time, depending on the location of your accommodation.Experience
Highlights
- Explore the underground corridors and chambers of Wieliczka Salt Mine
- See unique sculptures carved in rock salt in the underground chapel
- Learn the history and legends of the mine
- Ride an original miner's lift
Full description
Depart Krakow and journey to the incredible Wieliczka Salt Mine in a small group of no more than 8 passengers with an English-speaking driver. Meet a local guide employed by the salt mine on arrival, as your driver takes care of your entrance tickets.
Make your way into the Danilowicz Shaft in a group of no more than 35 people, and learn the history of the mines on a 2.5-hour tour using earpieces to hear your guide clearly. Descend into the bowels of the earth using 800 steps to reach a depth of 135 meters (442 feet). Marvel at the rock salt walls and sculptures made by contemporary artists.
Navigate the subterranean corridors and visit 20 different underground chambers, including the impressive St. Kinga's Chapel. Walk back to the shaft to return to the surface aboard an original lift used by the miners.
Make your way into the Danilowicz Shaft in a group of no more than 35 people, and learn the history of the mines on a 2.5-hour tour using earpieces to hear your guide clearly. Descend into the bowels of the earth using 800 steps to reach a depth of 135 meters (442 feet). Marvel at the rock salt walls and sculptures made by contemporary artists.
Navigate the subterranean corridors and visit 20 different underground chambers, including the impressive St. Kinga's Chapel. Walk back to the shaft to return to the surface aboard an original lift used by the miners.
Includes
- Pickup from listed hotels and meeting points / 3 available drop off points
- English-speaking driver
- English-speaking guide
- Entrance fee (if group with private car option selected)
- Bottled water (returnable bottle)
What’s Not Included
- Permit to take photos or film (PLN 10)
- Meals and drinks
- Entrance fee (if regular group option selected)
Not suitable for
- People with mobility impairments
- Wheelchair users
Prepare for the activity
Important information
What to bring
- Comfortable shoes
Not allowed
- Luggage or large bags
Know before you go
• Warm clothes and comfortable shoes are recommended
• The entrance fee is included with the small group options
• If you select a regular group option, the entrance fee (90 PLN adult, 80 PLN student with ID card 18-26 years old, 70 PLN youth and child 5-26 years old) must be paid on the day
• The entrance fee is included with the small group options
• If you select a regular group option, the entrance fee (90 PLN adult, 80 PLN student with ID card 18-26 years old, 70 PLN youth and child 5-26 years old) must be paid on the day
From US$ 16.91 per person
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| Service | 4.5/5 |
| Organization | 4.6/5 |
| Value for money | 4.1/5 |
| Safety | 4.7/5 |
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Wieliczka Salt Mine Guided Tour from Krakow
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