History Trip to Auschwitz and Krakow with Equity School Trips
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When visiting Auschwitz, your students will gain a deeper understanding of the tragic stories that unfolded here, with many of the buildings still preserved to serve as a constant reminder. As you tour the site, both your guide and the information presented in each building will tell a small part of the much wider story.In Krakow, there is plenty more to discover, including Schindler’s Factory, and a walking tour through Kazimierz, the old Jewish centre of town, which became a ghetto during World War Two. Other excursions include St Mary's Church, the Gallicia Jewish Museum, the Old Synagogue, the Wieliczka salt mines, and Wawel Castle. You'll also find plenty of opportunities to learn more about the local traditions and the culture.
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Example Itineraries for our 2026 trips
Day One...
Depart the UK and travel to Krakow
Guided walking tour
St Mary's Church
Evening meal at Pierogarnia Krakowiacy
Day Two...
Auschwitz-Birkenau
Schindlers Factory
Time at leisure
Evening meal at La Bicicletta
Day Three...
Wieliczka Salt Mines
Jewish Quarter Kazimierz & Remuh Synagogue
Folklore evening with show & dinner
Day Four...
Galicia Jewish Museum
Obwarzanka Museum
Time at leisure
Depart Krakow and return to the UK
Great excursions during your visit to Krakow:
Auschwitz-Birkenau
A visit to this concentration camp is a truly thought-provoking and humbling experience. The full scale of the horrors of the Holocaust are detailed in poignant and powerful displays that will deeply impact upon students and their understanding of the legacy of the Second World War.
Tour of Kazimierz
A walking tour of the historical centre of Jewish life takes in the most important monuments, such as the 16th Century Old Synagogue and the nearby Remuh Cemetery. Learn about the religious and social aspects of this important area of the city.
Schindler's Factory
A fascinating insight into the German occupation of Krakow and what life was like in the city. Learn about the population’s resistance and about Schindler himself and his involvement with the Nazi regime.
Wieliczka Salt Mine
Discover this amazing UNESCO World Heritage site, which includes an underground cathedral carved out of the rock! One of the most popular attractions in Poland, this is an important cultural venue.
Equity has more great trips where students can learn more about World War 1 and 2, and the Cold War:
- Berlin
- Normandy D-Day landings
- Munich and the Rise of the Nazis
- Somme and Ypres for World War 1
- Washington DC for the Cold War and World War 2
- Japan for World War 2
Depart the UK and travel to Krakow
Guided walking tour
St Mary's Church
Evening meal at Pierogarnia Krakowiacy
Day Two...
Auschwitz-Birkenau
Schindlers Factory
Time at leisure
Evening meal at La Bicicletta
Day Three...
Wieliczka Salt Mines
Jewish Quarter Kazimierz & Remuh Synagogue
Folklore evening with show & dinner
Day Four...
Galicia Jewish Museum
Obwarzanka Museum
Time at leisure
Depart Krakow and return to the UK
Great excursions during your visit to Krakow:
Auschwitz-Birkenau
A visit to this concentration camp is a truly thought-provoking and humbling experience. The full scale of the horrors of the Holocaust are detailed in poignant and powerful displays that will deeply impact upon students and their understanding of the legacy of the Second World War.
Tour of Kazimierz
A walking tour of the historical centre of Jewish life takes in the most important monuments, such as the 16th Century Old Synagogue and the nearby Remuh Cemetery. Learn about the religious and social aspects of this important area of the city.
Schindler's Factory
A fascinating insight into the German occupation of Krakow and what life was like in the city. Learn about the population’s resistance and about Schindler himself and his involvement with the Nazi regime.
Wieliczka Salt Mine
Discover this amazing UNESCO World Heritage site, which includes an underground cathedral carved out of the rock! One of the most popular attractions in Poland, this is an important cultural venue.
Equity has more great trips where students can learn more about World War 1 and 2, and the Cold War:
- Berlin
- Normandy D-Day landings
- Munich and the Rise of the Nazis
- Somme and Ypres for World War 1
- Washington DC for the Cold War and World War 2
- Japan for World War 2
Which Curriculum Subjects do we cater for?
History
On an Equity group tour of Krakow and Auschwitz, if you're looking for excursions specifically focused on history, we would suggest the excursions below, on top of the more general excursions. Just be sure to let us know what your subject and learning objectives are and we can work to create a bespoke itinerary for your trip:
- Auschwitz & Birkenau
- Guided walking city tour
- St Mary's Church
- Gallicia Jewish Museum
- Jewish Quarter Kazimierz including Remuh Synagogue
- Obwarzanka Museum
- Schindler's Factory
- Wieliczka Salt Mines
- Old Synagogue
- Wawel Castle
Religious Education
World War
What size groups do we cater for?
We have a minimum number of 10 paying passengers but no upper limit. We can split large groups across multiple coaches and hotels as required, with larger groups benefitting from additional free supervisory places.
Access for visitors with disabilities?
With prior knowledge to booking we can arrange a tour that takes into consideration any students with disabilities.
Visitors with Special Educational Needs (SEN)?
With prior knowledge to booking, we can arrange a tour that takes into consideration any students with special educational needs.
Anything else?
Whether you're just looking at options or you have something specific in mind, be sure to get in touch with your dedicated Account Manager at Equity and let them know what would make your trip perfect. We'll take into account your requirements and create a trip that is bespoke to you and meets any learning objectives that you have in mind.
Who are Equity – The School Travel People?
With more than 90 years of experience, Equity has been delivering specialist educational tours, ski trips, sports tours, and performing arts experiences around the world. Working with teachers and group leaders, we create tailored trips that meet the needs of the group and enhance the lives of young people, both in education and in everyday life. With learning at the heart of our company, we support teachers to motivate and engage their students through active learning outside the classroom.
Taking students to Auschwitz is one of the most important school trips they can experience. Many of the original buildings are still standing and the powerful impact of a visit here cannot be underestimated. Whether it's visiting historical locations, uncovering stories and artefacts in the various museums, or gaining a deeper understanding of the culture here, a trip to Krakow is an eye-opening experience.
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