Prague & The Towns Of Bohemia
- Duration: 9 days
- Board Basis: Mixed Board
- Tour Ref: D2TLEGPTB
Holiday Summary
- Travel Type: Coach
PLEASE NOTE: Price is per person and based on two people sharing a twin/double room. Single room supplements and upgrades are not included.
Itinerary
9-Day Itinerary
Day 1
Local departure by coach or Door-to-Door service, then to Belgium for an overnight stay.
Day 2
Continue through Germany to your hotel in Mariánské Lázně for a two-night stay.
Meals - Breakfast, Dinner
Day 3 - Mariánské Lázně & Karlovy Vary
Today’s included excursion first travels into the centre of Mariánské Lázně, where you'll have free time to explore. Also known as Marienbad, the town is considered a pearl of western Bohemia.
Surrounded by green forests and boasting around forty natural springs, it has become the second largest town in the Czech Republic. Enjoy a stroll around the charming streets, soaking up the wealth of architectural treasures and immaculate gardens on offer.
This afternoon, why join our optional tour to the popular resort of Karlovy Vary, also known as Carlsbad, for a guided sightseeing tour? The town has twelve main hot thermal springs which are still in use, and you can smell the water as you walk alongside the colonnades.
Meals - Breakfast, Dinner
Day 4 - České Budějovice
This morning, we head southwards to České Budějovice, better known as Budweis – the city of beer. The tradition of brewing beer stretches back into the distant past when the Celts inhabited Central Europe, and the brewing of beer in České Budějovice dates back to 1265. The original version of the beer 'Budweiser' comes from the town.
Enjoy some free time exploring this afternoon, and take in the pastel-coloured buildings and Main Square.
Meals - Breakfast
Day 5 - Český Krumlov
Today we include a visit to Český Krumlov, a UNESCO World Heritage Site which lies nestled on the banks of the Vltava River. The historical, medieval centre and many of the Baroque buildings remain very well-preserved.
Why not join our optional guided walking tour? The guide will introduce you to sights such as the Old Town and Concord Square.
The remainder of the day is at leisure for you to explore at your own pace.
Meals - Breakfast
Day 6 - Prague
Today, we travel to our hotel in Prague. After settling in, we travel into the centre of Prague, where you have the chance to take in a different view of this incredible city by enjoying an optional cruise on the Vltava River. Lasting for approximately two hours, the cruise will take you along this majestic waterway, past spectacular views of the famous landmarks of the capital. Lunch will be served on board with a selection of warm and cold Czech specialities, so sit back on the sundeck and admire the outstanding sights of the 'City of a Hundred Spires'.
The remainder of the afternoon is at leisure for you to explore on your own.
Meals - Breakfast, Dinner
Day 7 - Prague
Enjoy an included guided walking tour of the main sights of this historic city, the Czech Republic's beautiful capital, known as the 'City of a Hundred Spires'. Take in the splendid views across the Vltava River, see the Castle District and the famous Charles Bridge, and stroll through the colourful Old Town Square. Be sure to see the Astronomical Clock, on the Old Town Hall Tower, which strikes the hour at 9, 10 and 11am, and sets in motion the procession of the Twelve Apostle figures.
There are so many interesting buildings to admire, making this a wonderful city to wander through at leisure.
Meals - Breakfast, Dinner
Day 8
To Belgium for an overnight stay.
Meals - Breakfast
Day 9
Return home.
Meals - Breakfast
Accommodation
You will stay for two nights in the 4-star Ensana Butterfly Hotel in the spa town of Mariánské Lázne, two nights in the 4-star Clarion Congress in Ceské Budejovice, and two nights in the Ibis Prague Mala Strana or similar.
Overnight stays will be in city-style hotels in Belgium.