Scenic 6-Day Itinerary to Prague and Český Krumlov

9:00 AM - 12:30 PM

Prague Castle & Royal Route Guided Walk

On this charming guided walk, you will explore the Prague Castle, the largest castle complex in all of Europe. To reach the castle you will trace the Royal Coronation Route and cross the Charles Bridge, whose “speaking stones” reveal the amazing and often cruel history that occurred there. Your tour guide will then take you either through the castle courtyards and into the dramatic St. Vitus Cathedral in the center of the castle complex, or through the upper part of the castle district around the oversized palaces of the old Catholic nobility and the top of the Castle Steps for incomparable views over the red rooftops of the Little Quarter.

Morning/Mid-Day

Vyšehrad Fortress; a Favorite of the Locals

The castle of Vyšehrad was the seat of Bohemia's kings from the 11th to the 12th centuries. Due to its strategic position on a hill overlooking the Vltava River and Prague, it became an important army garrison in the 17th century, and it was transformed into a fortress with huge walls, gates, and ramparts. Walking along these ramparts will offer you wonderful views of the city and river. The interior of the fortress is now given over to a pleasant and quiet park which is a favorite of locals.

Morning to Afternoon

Excursion to Karlštejn Castle

Karlštejn, i.e. Charles' Stone Castle, is the most famous castle in the Czech Republic. The fairy-tale perfect castle was founded by King Charles IV in 1348 to guard his royal treasures. It's massive towers and walls are spread out over a series of rocky peaks above the Berounka River and commands striking views of the surrounding hills.

9:30 AM - 11:00 AM

Guided Walk in Český Krumlov

Thousands of tourists from around the world flock to Český Krumlov to wander its narrow cobblestone lanes, visit its beautiful castle, and admire its splendid Medieval and Renaissance architecture. But most of them leave without ever understanding the town’s rich historical background or discovering its hidden secrets. With this tour, you will avoid this sad fate and have a good time in the process.

To Be Determined

Shuttle from Krumlov to the Prague Airport, with Stop in Hluboká Palace

A shuttle service will pick you up directly from your hotel and take you to the Prague Airport. Your scenic journey will include a stop in the palace of Hluboká, which is perhaps the most fascinating chateau in all of Central Europe. It is directly surrounded by exquisite formal gardens, which form part of a much larger park setting. Its romantic shimmering white architecture has inspired thousands of Czech girls to dream of a wedding there. On the day of your trip, the interiors of the palace will likely be open for touring, but it is also possible to explore the gardens or to stop in several other locations instead of Hluboká, such as the Zvíkov castle ruins, or the town of České Budějovice or Tábor. The car service will drop you off at the Prague Airport.  IMPORTANT NOTE:  Please be aware the car service can fit up to 1 checked item of luggage and 1 personal item per person, such as a purse or backpack. If you think you will have more baggage, please inform your travel consultant as this may result in an additional fee.