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Wieliczka Salt Mine Day Tour from Krakow
Explore the Wieliczka Salt Mine, the oldest salt mine in Europe. Discover the unique world of salt corridors and chambers. See for yourself why it is Poland's most popular UNESCO World Heritage site!
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Schedule & Location
- Schedule
- Pick-up/Check-in
Time & Location - Drop-off/Check-out
Time & Location
Starting time:
08:45 -
16:10
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07:15-08:30 Pick-up at Select Hotels in Krakow or Check-in at Hard Rock Cafe Entrance
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08:45 Depart from Krakow
Hop on a comfortable coach and travel to the Wieliczka Salt Mine. During the tour, visit the 20 historic chambers of the Mine connected by 2 kilometers of passages. Descend into the famous UNESCO World Heritage site, the only place in the world where mining has occurred since the Middle Ages.
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The Underground Town
Not only is this site famous for its mining history, but it also holds breathtaking surprises including a stunning "underground town" with lakes, passages and the St. Kinga Chapel. See beautiful carvings, buildings and statues formed from the rock salt itself, all created by the miners.
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The Chapel of St. Kinga
Next, head to Saint Kinga’s Chapel, the biggest and the most beautiful of all underground chambers. It is renowned for its stunning chandeliers made of salt and still hosts different events like concerts, New Year’s balls, banquets and even weddings.
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12:45-13:45 Drop-off at Select Hotels in Krakow or Check-out at Hard Rock Cafe Entrance
Notes
Required Items to Bring & Attire
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- Warm clothing
- Hand baggage that is no larger than 35cm x 20cm x 20cm per person is allowed in the Salt Mine.
- Please bring a validated student ID on the day of the tour when you availed the tour's student discount.
- A valid government-issued photo ID
- Walking shoes
Additional Note(s)
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- If you would like to take photos, you have to buy permission at the entrance to Saint Kinga's Chapel (approx. 10 PLN).
- Please note that the departure time depends on the pick-up point. You will receive all necessary information after your booking has been confirmed.
- Please note that before entering the museum, every participant is required to undergo a search and luggage inspection for safety reasons.
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Payment/Cancellation policy
Payment type
| Credit card payment |
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Cancellation Policy
- Any cancellations made after 09:00 local time, 3 business days prior to the activity will be subject to a charge of 100% of the total amount.
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| Language | English |
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| Pick-up | Available |
| Duration incl. transportation | 4.5 - 6.5 hour(s) |
LATEST 5-STAR REVIEWS
by: Elodie E.
The tour was very well organized and I spent an excellent afternoon in the mines.
The bus ride to/from the mines was short and very convenient.
Upon arrival, we got a short break and wait a little ...more
