Warsaw: Majdanek Concentration Camp & Lublin Guided Day Tour

Old Town, Warsaw, Warsaw



Learn about Jewish history and the Holocaust on this guided tour of Majdanek concentration camp and Lublin.

Highlights

  • Learn about the history of Polish Jews
  • Visit Majdanek, a Nazi concentration camp
  • Discover Lublin and explore its Old Town

Description

This full-day guided tour explores Majdanek Concentration Camp and the city of Lublin in Poland, suitable for history and culture enthusiasts.

Your expert guide will first take you through the remains of Majdanek camp barracks, captured intact by Allied forces in 1944. Learn about its role in the Nazi regime and its unique location within city limits. Visit the monument at the former front gate representing prisoner conditions during World War II.

After a traditional Polish lunch, continue to Lublin—known as “Little Cracow,” “Vienna of the North,” and “Little Jerusalem.” Walk the narrow cobbled streets of the Old Town, discovering the city’s wealth reflected in its palaces, sacred architecture, and historic tenement houses.

Includes

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off at centrally located hotels
  • Transportation in a luxury Mercedes van
  • Expert guide
  • Lunch in a milk bar serving traditional Polish cuisine
  • Photos from the tour
  • All admission fees
  • Approximately six hours driving (three hours each way) and four hours sightseeing in Majdanek and Lublin

Important Information

  • Confirmation is received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Requires a moderate amount of walking
  • The museum is closed on Mondays

Cancellation Policy

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

For the best experience, wear comfortable shoes for walking and book in advance. The tour operates daily except Mondays, when the museum is closed.

Frequently Asked Questions

The tour includes visits to Majdanek Concentration Camp remains and a guided exploration of Lublin's Old Town with a focus on Polish Jewish history.
Majdanek Concentration Camp is located near the city of Lublin, approximately 170 kilometers southeast of Warsaw.
An expert local guide with knowledge of Polish history and World War II leads the tour.
The full-day tour typically lasts about 8 to 9 hours, including travel time from Warsaw to Lublin and back.
Yes, Majdanek Concentration Camp is open to the public, but the guided tour from Warsaw provides detailed historical context and transport.
The site is historically sensitive and may be more suitable for older children and adults interested in history and culture.
The tour explores Polish Jewish history before and during World War II, including their experiences under Nazi occupation.
Check the official tour website for current schedules and availability.
Transportation is typically provided by coach or van included in the guided day tour package.
Visitors should dress respectfully and be prepared for walking outdoors; check the website for any specific site guidelines.

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