Discover the beautiful historic spa town of Karlovy Vary. Admire breathtaking glass in the museum of the most famous Czech glassworks. See the most valuable Czech religious monument and stroll through the medieval town of Loket in James Bond's footsteps.
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
- COVID-19 precautions
- Special health and safety measures apply. Learn more
- Mobile ticketing
- Use your phone or print your voucher
- Duration 11 hours
- Check availability to see starting times.
- Instant confirmation
- Live tour guide
- English
- Pickup optional
- Pickup from your hotel in Prague. Please wait in the hotel lobby 10 minutes before your scheduled pickup time.
Experience
Highlights
- Visit the oldest and most famous spa town in the Czech Republic
- See samples of traditional glass products in the Moser glass museum
- View the reliquary of St. Maurus, the most important religious artifact of Bohemia
- Walk through the medieval castle and town of Loket
- Enjoy lunch in a famous local restaurant with Czech beer or wine
Full description
Enjoy a full-day guided trip to Karlovy Vary, the most renowned and historical Czech spa town, with a visit to Moser Glassworks and the incredible reliquary of St. Maurus in Bečov Castle.
Travel from Prague for about 2 hours in a comfortable air-conditioned minibus to Karlovy Vary. This town was founded as early as 1370 by the mighty and powerful Czech emperor Charles IV and has 13 main hot springs and more than 300 smaller springs. Visit the town center’s ornamental spa buildings before visiting the most powerful spring, Vřídlo, which rises from a depth of 3000 meters and reaches a temperature of 73°C.
Then, visit the headquarters and museum of Moser Glassworks, one of the most famous glass manufacturers in Europe, founded in 1857. See breathtaking samples of contemporary and historical art glass exhibits and see how these articles are made.
After lunch in a charming local restaurant, continue on to the castle of Loket nad Ohří, a stunning medieval place that has been underestimated and forgotten. Admire the massive castle and the unique locations that became popular again through their appearance in the James Bond film “Casino Royale”.
Finally, it’s time for the highlight of the tour. St. Maurus’s reliquary (a container for relics), housed inside Bečov Castle, is considered one of the most important historical items in the country and a priceless part of Czech cultural heritage. This is truly a sight to behold.
After admiring this priceless piece of history, you’ll return to Prague for about 7:00 PM.
Includes
- English-speaking guide
- Moser Glassworks admission fee
- Bečov Castle admission fee
- Food tasting lunch with beer or wine or a non-alcoholic beverage
- Hotel pickup and drop-off (if option selected)
- Bottled water in vehicle
- Wi-Fi in vehicle
- Additional drinks
- Gratuities
Not suitable for
- People with mobility impairments
COVID-19 precautions
Customers must book this activity online because the ticket office is closed
Safety measures in place
- All required protective equipment is provided
- All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
- Customers must keep distance in vehicles
- The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
Traveler requirements
- Customers must fill out a travel information form
- Customers will get a mandatory temperature check
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Participants
Date
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Meeting point
Bistro "Hezky česky", which is located just 5 minutes from Náměstí Míru. The easiest way to reach it is with metro A (green line) or tram nos. 4, 10, 16 or 22.
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What to bring
- Comfortable shoes
Know before you go
- This tour will take place rain or shine
- Photography is not permitted inside Bečov Castle
- You must have moderate to good mobility to join this tour. Refunds will not be possible if you are not able to participate in parts of the tour.
- The tour operator can accommodate "vegetarian" or "no cheese" requirements, but cannot accommodate "vegetarian" and "no cheese" requirements.
- Please specify upon booking if you have any allergies or dietary restrictions and how many people this applies to
- Trip and tour stops and places for tastings are liable to change slightly to reflect the season, vendorsʼ opening hours, and availability, but the full volume of each trip and tour will always be kept.
