Active Czech Adventure: Castles & Countryside in Prague, Cesky Krumlov & Bohemia

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.

9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Guided Bike Ride through the Czech Countryside to Karlštejn Castle

In this tour, you will bicycle alongside a beautiful river and through forested hills to reach one of Europe's most famous and awe-inspiring castles. After picking up your bikes in Prague, you will cycle to a rail station where you will catch a train and take a 40-minute ride through the Czech countryside to the town of Beroun. You will then begin a beautiful journey along the Berounka River, stopping in a pub in a riverside village for lunch. After lunch, you will make your way up into the hills above the castle Karlštejn and then descend to the fairy-tale perfect, Medieval castle below.

Early Morning/Morning

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.

8:30 AM - 4:30 PM

Guided Excursion to the Medieval Town of Kutná Hora by Train

On this full-day guided excursion, you will discover the charming Bohemian town of Kutná Hora. Due to nearby silver mines, Kutná Hora was rich and powerful during the Middle Ages. It was even declared a Royal town, meaning that the Bohemian King directly controlled the town. The town spent much of its wealth on beautiful buildings, many of which still exist today, and which have earned the town the status of a UNESCO World Cultural site.

8:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Top Three Highlights of Bohemian Switzerland

This tour is a great option for active travelers looking to spend the whole day hiking in both Bohemian and Saxon Switzerland National Parks. During this excursion, you will see Pravcicka Gate, enjoy a boat ride on the Gorges of Kamenice river, and admire the famous Bastei Bridge. The tour takes around 11h30m and you will walk for around 10 miles (16km).

Morning

Discover the Neighborhood of Vinohrady

Vinohrady, which translates literally as 'vineyards', is a beautiful residential area of Prague that carries a reputation of prestige and elegance. Most of its grand Neo-Renaissance, Art Nouveau, Pseudo Baroque, and Neo-Gothic buildings come from the second half of the 19th century and first half of the 20th century, and many have been and continue to be restored in an amazing array of color and architectural detail. It also contains an eclectic range of restaurants, wine bars, cafes and pubs that offer great venues for an evening meal or a night out.

Morning/Mid-Day

Explore Cesky Krumlov's Castle

Český Krumlov was ruled by the powerful Rožmberk family during the Middle Ages and Renaissance periods. As rivals to the Czech King, the Rožmberks wanted Český Krumlov to have a castle which could compete with Prague Castle in its magnificence, so they poured tremendous wealth and effort into building it.  line-holder  Note : The castle interiors are closed on Mondays, but you can still access the castle grounds.

9:00 AM - 12:30 PM

Guided Excursion to the Hluboká Chateau and Park

This guided excursion by vehicle will take you on an approximately 45-minute trip to Hluboká palace, 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 couples to dream of a wedding there.

To Be Determined

Transfer to Airport by Taxi

Prague has one main airport, Václav Havel Airport Prague, where almost all visitors depart.  Your hotel can arrange a reliable taxi or if you have the app, Uber or Bolt is also a good option. You can also arrange a private transfer. If you are picked up about 2 hours and 45 minutes before your departure time, you should arrive at the airport with a little over two hours to spare, depending on traffic. If you are leaving during rush hour, you may want to budget an extra fifteen minutes.