The “Wieliczka” Salt Mine is one of the most valuable monuments of material and spiritual culture in Poland and is product of multiple generations of miners who hand-carved it from blocks of salt. And this subterranean world of pits, tunnels and huge rooms have to be seen to be believed!

The first tourist trail in Wieliczka was established as early as at the turn of the 19th century and a few hundred years later the salt mine was designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site (1978).

Nowadays the route consists of 20 monumental chambers joined by 1.5 miles (2.5 kilometers) of pathways although the whole underground labyrinth stretches over 9 levels and descends 327 meters below the surface of the Earth.

Your guided tour takes you from 210 to 440 feet (approximately 64 to 135 meters) down, passing through galleries and chambers where traces of mining activity have been preserved. Along the way you will also see many examples of sacred art and themed compositions relating to the history of the mine and legends.

One of the undoubted highlights is the spectacular Chapel of the Blessed Kinga - a huge, underground church where everything, from the chandliers to the altarpieces, have been chisselled out of salt. Spectacular!

Also, don't miss the world's largest mining heritage museum with a collection encompassing unique pieces of mining equipment reflecting the development of mining techniques from the Middle Ages until today.

What happens on the day?

Pick-ups will be from selected hotels based within Krakow City (please advise your hotel at time of booking) in a shared van of up to 8 people maximum. You will then travel to the Salt Mine for a 3-hour guided tour in a group of up to 30 people before heading back to Krakow where you will be dropped off in the city centre at Pawia 18b Kiss & Ride.

• Where are the Wieliczka Salt Mines?
  The Wieliczka Salt Mines are located in Wieliczka, a town in southern Poland. It is about 12 miles (20 kilometres) from Krakow City.
• How long do you need at the Salt Mines?
  The tour is approximately 2 hours inside the Salt Mines and travel is about 30 minutes each way from Krakow Centre.
• Are there toilets in the Salt Mine?
  Before starting the tour, there are toilets you can use by the Danilowicz Shaft and also in two locations underground whilst on the tour.
• What should I wear to a Salt Mine?
  It is recommended to wear comfortable clothing and footwear. The temperature in the Salt Mines is usually around 17-18 degrees Centigrade, so warmer clothing is recommended. The floor can be a little slippery in parts, so shoes with a good grip sole would be best.
• Does the Salt Mine tour contain a lot of walking?
  There are 800 steps to climb in the Salt Mine, of which, 350 are at the beginning to take you down into the mine. Although this walk is not overly strenuous, it should be considered when booking this tour.

Experience Includes

• • Visit to Wieliczka Salt Mine from Krakow
  • Guided walk through the salt mine (the tour is not private)
  • See the incredible Chapel of the Blessed Kinga
  • Underground salt-mining exhibition
  • Expert English-speaking guide
  • Pick-up from selected Krakow hotels
  • Drop off in the City Centre

Experience Excludes

• • Optional gratuities
  • Refreshments