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From Krakow: Wieliczka Salt Mine Guided Tour with Hotel Pick-up
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At a glance
- Duration
- 1 hour
- Price from
- $24 / person
- Rating
- 4.7 / 5 · 1,215 reviews
- Languages
- DE, EN, IT, PL
- Group
- Small group, up to 40
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation
- Meeting point
- Please await for the driver on Kiss&Ride stop in front of Maltanski Hotel.
- Confirmation
- Instant
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Description
Uncover paths of the underground corridors during our half-day, 4- hour trip from Krakow where it all begins. After 30 - 40 minutes drive you will get to the Wieliczka Salt Mine and join English guide. The guide will bring you closer to the history of the place and will show you the most important places in the underground world. Guided tour in Wieliczka Salt Mine usually takes around 2 - 2.5 hrs. During the tour you will be able to visit St Kinga’s Chapel - 54 m long and almost 12 m high chapel resembles interiors of medieval wooden churches and is a real underground wonder with breathtaking chandeliers made of salt crystals, underground corridors and landscapes that cannot be seen on the surface saline lakes and beautiful underground chambers. On a standard touristic route visitor have to walk around 800 stairs - 400 at the entrance. After the tour our driver will drive you back to Krakow.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Our tour starts with transportation from Krakow, either from your specified hotel or a meeting point of your choice. Salt Mine is located in Wieliczka, approximately 40 minutes away (20 km). All of our drivers hold the necessary EU certifications for passenger transport. A friendly, English-speaking group leader will be available to assist you whenever needed. On-site you'll be introduced to a professional local guide, licensed by the Salt Mine. This applies only to options: Discounted guided tour Guided Tour with Hotel Pickup Guided tour from meeting point
Visit the Wieliczka Salt Mine, one of Poland’s top attractions that's on UNESCO's World List of Cultural and Natural Heritage. The half-day skip-the-line tour departs from Krakow. Learn about the salt mine that is the best-preserved site of its type in the world. Opened in the 13th century, it has been in continuous operation since that time. Explore some of the 300 kilometers of hallways extending over 9 levels and reaching depths of 327 meters. See the chambers and chapels in the mine's underground city, including the famous St. Kinga Chapel, visited each year by more than a million tourists from all over the world.
At the end of the tour, you won’t be rushed. You’ll have at least a 15-minute break to visit a bookstore, or simply rest. After another 40 minutes of travel, you will be taken to Krakow.
Highlights
Authentic miners lift ride to the surface
Visit to the underground salt cathedral
Professional guide
Hotel pickup (if option wth hotel pick up selected)
Insurance
Skip-the-line entrance ticket
Transport by air-conditioned minivan
What's included
Included
Authentic miners lift ride to the surface
Visit to the underground salt cathedral
Professional guide
Hotel pickup (if option wth hotel pick up selected)
Insurance
Skip-the-line entrance ticket
Transport by air-conditioned minivan
Pickup Locations & Times
For tours that include transportation, the exact pickup time depends on your accommodation address. You will receive confirmation of your scheduled pickup at least one day before the tour. Please note that the pickup time may vary by +/- 15 minutes from the time indicated on your Viator voucher.
Traveller Ratings
4.7
1,215 reviews
Important Information
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- A moderate amount of walking is involved. The route includes around 800 steps in total — you descend via stairs, while the return to the surface is by lift.
- Not recommended for participants who become easily claustrophobic. There are some very narrow paths inside the salt mine and this may be difficult for some.
- Hand luggage should be of a reasonable size, and larger luggage should be left in the car.
- There is no minimum age to experience the activity, however, children should be capable of walking unassisted or be carried in baby slings or baby carriers. Baby strollers are not allowed underground.
- Temperatures in Wieliczka Salt Mine are around 15ºC or 59ºF, it is recommended that you bring a jacket
Frequently asked questions
How long does this tour take?
From Krakow: Wieliczka Salt Mine Guided Tour with Hotel Pick-up lasts about 1 hour. The itinerary has 3 stops.
How much does this tour cost?
Prices start at $24 per person for this Krakow experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 15 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
Can I cancel this tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. For tours that include transportation, the exact pickup time depends on your accommodation address. You will receive confirmation of your scheduled pickup at least one day before the tour. Please note that the pickup time may vary by +/- 15 minutes from the time indicated on your Viator voucher. Pickup points include MEET_AT_DEPARTURE_POINT, CONTACT_SUPPLIER_LATER, LOC-6eKJ+or5y8o99Qw0C8xWyE6R4ZrPz0Mfi4hN3qHMupY=.
What languages is this tour offered in?
The experience is available in DE, EN, IT, PL, FR, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 40 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Specialized infant seats are available There is no minimum age to experience the activity, however, children should be capable of walking unassisted or be carried in baby slings or baby carriers. Baby strollers are not allowed underground.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Reviews(1,215)
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Fantastic experiences
Brilliant experience with Krakow Direct. We booked the Auschwitz tour, Salt Mines and shooting range with this company. Each tour was well planned and very informative. Fantastic tour guides / instructors and incredible memories have been made. Special shout out to our drivers Sebastian, Piotrek and Gregory. I would 100% recommend this company for tour bookings.
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Trip to Wieliczka Salt Mine
We had a great experience with our driver, Michael, on our trip to the Wieliczka Salt Mine. He was very friendly and helpful, and provided us with all the information we needed along the way. A big thank you to Michael for making the trip easy and enjoyable. Highly recommended!
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Salt mines
Excellent Guide Micheal very informative
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Salt mines
A fantastic trip to the salt mines with Michael today.on time spoke great to all the people on the bus and I would definitely recommend this company to do the salt mines tour. Keep up the great work.
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Worth It
Great tour, very interesting and huge.
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Trip to salt mines
Great trip very interesting well worth the money so much information 👍
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A WOW experience with great guides
An excellent experience all round! Piotr was a great person to lead our tour. A dedicated WhatsApp group with easy joining via QR code as we boarded the minibus, proved very useful as a way to share info and updates about where to meet etc. The mines themselves were EXTRAORDINARY! Be prepared for lots of walking down lots of wooden stairs, so not ideal for those with mobility issues. Brilliantly organised trip.
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Happy visit
Very friendly and comfortable van for transport, guide very funny
Operator response
Thank you for your kind feedback. We’re very pleased to hear that you found the van comfortable and our team friendly. It’s also great to know that your guide brought some humour to the experience and made the tour enjoyable. Feedback like this is very valuable to us and helps us continue improving our services. We hope to welcome you again on another tour in the future!
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Great trip to Krakow Salt mine.
Great driver. Visit was excellent.
Operator response
Thank you for your kind feedback. We’re very pleased to hear that you had an excellent visit and that your driver made a great impression. Feedback like this is very valuable to us and helps us continue improving our services. We hope to welcome you again on another tour in the future!
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