Day Trips in Czech Republic

Visit spectacular, 14th-century Karlstejn Castle on a 4.5-hour trip from Prague. Travel by air-conditioned coach to this picturesque, hilltop palace-fortress, perched above dense green forests. Walk or ride a horse-drawn carriage to the gate, and tour the key areas, including the Imperial Palace as you learn how the castle was built by Holy Roman Emperor Charles IV to safeguard his imperial jewels. Immerse yourself in medieval times as you stroll through chambers and halls adorned with frescos, paintings and other treasures, including a replica crown, before your return to Prague.

Ideal for first-time visitors or those short on time, this guided walking tour covers all of Prague's essential sights in just 3.5 hours. Visit the UNESCO World-Heritage listed Old Town, Lesser Town, and New Town; stroll through the historic Jewish Quarter; and snap photos of landmarks such as the Charles Bridge, Prague Castle, and the Old Town Square.

See some of Pilsen's top sights on this 8-hour tour of the city, including round-trip transport from Prague. First see one of the Czech Republic's and Europe's largest synagogues, Great Synagogue. The, head over to the Pilsen Urquell Brewery, which was founded in 1842, and taste some of its popular beers.

The Bohemian Switzerland National Park beckons from north of Prague, but it takes a train-and-bus journey to get there from the city. With this full-day tour, save time with a direct drive, and trek through the forests and valleys to experience the Pravcicka Gate arch, and in summer, a river cruise - all with a guide so you don't get lost. The tour includes entry fees and hotel pickup and drop-off.

Take a day trip to the heart of the Bohemian Paradise National Park, a UNESCO-listed geopark renowned for its lofty sandstone towers and formations, without worrying about getting lost on a guided tour. The hike, conducted by a local guide, focuses on the area around the towns of Jiāín and Železný Brod, and offers a more intimate glimpse into the culture and history of the World Heritage Site than you'd get if you explored independently.

Explore one of the Czech Republic's most beautiful fortress-palaces on this 4-hour trip to Konopiste Castle from Prague. Travel through central Bohemia by coach and tour the chateau-like building, used as a private residence by Austria's Archduke Franz Ferdinand, whose assassination in 1914 led to World War I. Discover how the original 13th-century fortress was rebuilt several times; admire the collections of weaponry, tapestries and art; learn about the lives of the Archduke and his family, and finish with a stroll around the glorious, statue-dotted gardens.

Take this extensive and intriguing 12-hor trip fro Prague to southern Bohemia and Germany to explore national parks. Marvel at the natural bounty of Bohemian and Saxon Switzerland National Park. Engulf yourself in Central European nature where streams, mountains and coniferous forests combine to create a lush paradise of nature.

Experience two of the Czech Republic's best-loved traditions - pilsner beer and Bohemia glassmaking - on this day trip from Prague. With an expert guide, head to Plzen, known as Pilsen in German, and the Pilsner Urquell brewery where the legendary beer began life in 1842. Discover how the beer is made and perhaps buy some Pilsner Urquell glassware. After lunch at a Pilsner-themed restaurant, visit the Bohemia glassworks in Nizbor. See how the glass is blown and cut, and finish with the chance to buy some beautiful glassware at factory prices.

Capture the serene spirit of Karlovy Vary, the Czech Republic's renowned spa town, during this 9.5-hour day tour from Prague. Learn about the curative effects of the local mineral springs from your local guide as you walk through the city, which dates back to the 14th century. Taste minerarl water from twelve different springs and see a variety of modern and historic colonnades. Pickup and drop-off from Prague hotels is included.

Visit the former Theresienstadt concentration camp on a private 7-hour tour from Prague. After your guide meets you at your hotel, travel by private transportation to the camp.  There's no need to fuss over money, as entrance fees are conveniently included. Set the pace of the tour as your guide gives you an in depth understanding of the history of the camp. You can also take time to explore the site independently.

Visit Terezin Memorial, a former military fortress and WWII concentration camp, during this 5-hour historical tour from Prague. With your local guide, you'll walk through the impressive edifice, originally built in the 18th century by Emperor Josef II. Learn about its later role as a holding camp for Europe's Jewish population through your guide's informative commentary. Visit, too, the Small Fortress, a prison that held captives in extreme conditions throughout several centuries. Entrance fees and round-trip transportation from Prague are included.

Sample the delights of the world-famous spa town of Karlovy Vary on this full-day trip from Prague, including a delicious lunch. Admire the Bohemian landscapes as you travel by coach from Prague to Karlovy Vary, and discover the many attractions of the town, sometimes known by the German name of Karlsbad or Carlsbad. Visit the Moser glass factory, where beautiful crystal ware is made; admire the elegant spa colonnades and fountains, and sample some of the reputedly curative waters, light spa wafers and some of Karlovy's legendary herbal liqueur.

Head to marvelous and stunning Kutna Hora on this 7-hour tour to the UNESCO world heritage-listed town an hour east of Prague. Marvel at the ossuary, a gothic church whose interior is bedecked with the bones of 40,000 people (many of whom died from the plague). Explore the majestic Cathedral of St. Barbara and stroll down the town's narrow cobbled lanes.

Travel into the heart of the Bohemian Switzerland National Park on a one-day trip from Prague. Bohemian Switzerland National Park - the youngest of the Czech Republic's four national parks - forms a part of the larger territory of the Elbe Sandstones, which has been called Czech and Saxon Switzerland for nearly two centuries. The story of this area started many millions of years ago when the area of today's Bohemian Switzerland was covered by a shallow sea. Its sandy bed gave birth to a world of sandstone, rock towers, bridges and gates with the most diverse of shapes. Discover a mystical landscape of pine forests and deep valleys, with majestic rock towers, gates, walls, ravines, rock cities, and labyrinths rising up from them, rarest of animals and remarkable plants together with our private local guide. The maximum size of this private tour is 17 guests.

Karlovy Vary, less than two hours from Prague, has been one of the most popular spa towns in the Czech Republic since the 1800s. On this convenient full-day tour - which transports you between attractions with ease - stop at the largest geyser in town, which squirts boiling water 39 feet (12 meters) into the air. After a 3-course lunch, enjoy free time to indulge in the spas, or explore the town's cultural attractions and grand 19th-century architecture.

Discover the charms of āŒeský Krumlov, one of the Czech Republic's prettiest towns, on a 10-hour trip from Prague. Enjoy the rural charms of lush South Bohemia as you travel to the UNESCO-listed medieval town, situated on the River Vltava. Explore the cobbled Old Town on a walking tour, admiring the Gothic, Renaissance and Baroque architecture and highlights like the Town Hall and St Vitus Cathedral. Take in 13th-century āŒeský Krumlov castle, and enjoy free time to stroll, shop and relax in the Old Town restaurants and pubs independently.

Visit the UNESCO World Heritage-listed town of āŒesky Krumlov on this day trip from Prague. Located in the southern Bohemia region, the town is known for its winding streets and castle. Admire the storybook setting as you wander the historic district, and browse local shops for gifts, if you wish.

Immerse yourself in Czech history with a visit to KarlÅ¡tejn Castle. During this 4-hour guided tour from Prague, learn about the famous castle's role in the storage and safekeeping of the empire's holy relics, coronation jewels and other royal treasures. After climbing the hill on which the Gothic castle stands, explore the views of the imposing exterior. Follow an art historian guide on an hour-long tour of the interior, composed of several levels, each with their own meaning and purpose. Entrance fees and round-trip transportation from Prague are included.

See how beautiful Bohemia glass, also known as Czech crystal, is made on this 4-hour factory tour from Prague. Travel by coach to the Czech town of Nizbor and visit a traditional Bohemia glass factory to discover how its leaded crystal glassware is hand made using time-honored techniques. See the molten glass being blown straight from the fiery furnaces; watch skilled artisans hand cut the items into highly decorated vases, glasses, bowls and other pieces; and if you wish, buy some exquisite finished pieces for factory prices at the showroom.

Take advantage of Vienna's close proximity to Prague, the Gothic capital of the Czech Republic, on this full-day excursion from Vienna. Following a scenic 3.5 hour drive through the mountains of Bohemia, you'll embark on a guided tour that showcases top attractions such as Charles Bridge, Prague Astronomical Clock, and Prague Old Town Square. Enjoy time at leisure to shop and explore according to recommendations from your guide, and enjoy the convenience of hotel pickup and drop-off in Vienna.