The Best of Czchia and Poland

Welcome to Europamundo! We’ll transfer you to the hotel and you’ll have some free time. In the afternoon, you’ll find information about the start of your tour on the boards located at the hotel reception.

Important:

Check-in: Please note that hotel check-in time is usually at 02:00 p.m. If you require earlier room availability, consider booking an additional night at the beginning of your trip.

Additional Nights: If you requested additional nights, your room will be ready upon arrival at the hotel, but your trip guide will only contact you when the included activities begin. At the reception, you will find an information board with our staff’s telephone number and hours of assistance. Until then, you have free time to enjoy at your leisure. The hotel staff can assist you with any information you need.

Optional Activities: During your trip, your guide may offer optional activities. If these activities are available on the Europamundo app or through your "My Trip" link, we strongly recommend booking them as early as possible to ensure availability. Waiting until the last minute may result in missed opportunities due to limited tickets, bus seats, or other factors.

Note: The schedules provided in this itinerary are indicative. The guide may adjust them as needed to enhance the trip experience.

07:45 a.m. - We’ll begin our city tour with a local guide. The tour, lasting approximately two and a half hours, will take us on a walking exploration of Prague’s oldest and highest area, home to its castle and citadel, where we’ll find historic churches and palaces. From here, we’ll enjoy a breathtaking view of the “City of a Hundred Spires.”

We’ll then continue to the lower part of the city, the Baroque district known as "Mala Strana" or Lesser Town. Crossing the Vltava River via the iconic Charles Bridge, a masterpiece of architecture and sculpture, we’ll take in a stunning panoramic view of the city before entering Stare Mesto, the Old Town. Here, we’ll find its famous square, considered one of the most beautiful in Central Europe, featuring the Church of Tyn and the renowned Town Hall with its astronomical clock and carillon.

07:00 p.m. - In the evening, we’ll include a transfer to the historic center, where you’ll find numerous traditional breweries, as well as restaurants and other lively spots to dine and experience Prague’s vibrant nightlife.

09:30 p.m. - Return to the hotel.

Total distance covered: 418 km.
Scenery: Rural landscapes of southern Bohemia, gentle hills, farmland, charming villages, and bucolic views of the Czech countryside.

Note: Comfortable shoes are recommended for walking on the cobblestone streets of Český Krumlov, and don´t forget to take a lot of pictures —this will be a day full of scenic and architectural beauty.

8:00 a.m. Praga – Departure. We leave the Czech capital and head south, crossing beautiful rural landscapes with small villages, farmland, and rolling hills.

10:00 a.m. České Budějovice – Arrival. This city, capital of Southern Bohemia, is famous for its brewing history and refined urban center. We’ll have free time to discover its majestic Přemysl Otakar II Square, one of the largest medieval squares in Europe, surrounded by colorful burgher houses, and stroll along its cobblestone streets.

11:30 a.m. České Budějovice – Departure. The road leads us toward one of the most treasured gems of Czech heritage.

12:15 p.m. Český Krumlov – Arrival. Situated on a bend of the Vltava River, this medieval city, declared a World Heritage Site, preserves a unique charm with its castle overlooking the ravine, cobbled alleys, and Gothic, Renaissance, and Baroque houses. Free time to stroll through the historic center and have lunch in one of its picturesque restaurants.

3:15 p.m. Cesky Krumlov – Departure. We cross bucolic landscapes on our way to Telc.

5:15 p.m. Telc – Arrival. Considered a Renaissance jewel, this city is also a World Heritage Site thanks to its harmonious triangular square, flanked by colorful arcaded burgher houses, and its Renaissance castle. Free time to stroll through its historic center, perfect for a leisurely walk.

6:30 p.m. Telc – Departure.
8:00 p.m. Brno – Arrival. The second most important city in the Czech Republic welcomes us with its vibrant cultural life and elegant Gothic, Renaissance, and Baroque architecture. Its youthful atmosphere, fine gastronomy, and cozy cafés make it a surprising city.

Total distance covered: 500 km.

Scenery: Beautiful landscapes of rolling hills and forests as we travel through Slovakia.

08:00 a.m. - Departure from Brno.
10:00 a.m. - Bratislava. We’ll arrive in the capital of Slovakia, a charming city on the banks of the Danube with an attractive historic center.

11:45 a.m. - Departure from Bratislava. We’ll continue our journey northwest through Slovakia.
01:30 p.m. - Arrival in Trencin. Free time to explore and have lunch in this picturesque medieval town, set in a valley beneath the White Carpathians, which form the border with the Czech Republic. Trencin is known for its impressive castle and vibrant historic center.

03:30 p.m. - Departure from Trencin. We’ll continue our journey through scenic forests and rolling hills as we head toward Poland.
08:00 p.m. - Krakow. Dinner will be included for passengers with the half-board option.

08:00 a.m. - We’ll begin our panoramic tour of Krakow with a local guide, lasting approximately two and a half hours. Known as the capital of Lesser Poland, Krakow’s Old Town is a designated UNESCO World Heritage Site. This medieval city is home to Poland’s oldest university, where notable figures like Copernicus once studied. We’ll see the vibrant Market Square, known for its artisans, the Church of Our Lady, and the Royal Road, lined with remnants of the ancient city walls. During the tour, you´ll also get to see the Wawel Royal Castle and Cathedral, where Polish royals were crowned and laid to rest. After the tour, you’ll have time for a leisurely walk and lunch.

In the afternoon, enjoy free time to explore Krakow on your own. Alternatively, you can join an optional excursion to the Wieliczka Salt Mines, also a UNESCO World Heritage Site, featuring intricate carved galleries, underground churches, and over 300 kilometers of tunnels.

Total distance covered: 124 km.

Scenery: Pleasant landscapes with charming villages en route.

Note: Kalwaria is a Catholic pilgrimage site, and Auschwitz is a place of deep sorrow. We recommend wearing appropriate clothing out of respect for these locations.

09:00 a.m. – Departure from Krakow.
09:45 a.m. - Kalwaria Zebrzydowska. Arrival at this small town set in a beautiful scenic area, renowned for its complex of monasteries and chapels, known as the “Calvary.” Kalwaria has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is a significant place of pilgrimage.

10:45 a.m. – Departure from Kalwaria. We’ll make a brief 15-minute stop at the wooden church of Barwald Dolny, one of the oldest historic wooden churches among the more than 50 located in Lesser Poland.
11:30 a.m. - Wadowice. This town is famous for being the birthplace of Karol Wojtyla, later known as Pope John Paul II; you can visit his house-museum or the basilica where he was baptized. There will be time for a walk and lunch.

01:30 p.m. – Departure from Wadowice.
02:15 p.m. - Auschwitz-Birkenau. We’ll visit one of the most solemn places in European history, the former Nazi concentration camp where over a million people perished during World War II. Now a museum and memorial, Auschwitz-Birkenau has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. We’ll visit Camp II-Birkenau, the site where trains from all over Europe arrived.

04:15 p.m. – Departure from Auschwitz Birkenau.
05:00 p.m. - Nikiszowiec. This neighborhood was built in the early 20th century for miners and their families. It’s known for its unique architecture and vibrant community life and is currently under consideration for UNESCO World Heritage status.

06:00 p.m. – Departure from Nikiszowiec.
06:15 p.m. - Katowice. Arrival in the capital of Silesia. You’ll have free time to explore this modern city, an important economic center. Accommodation will be in Katowice.

Total distance covered: 502 km.

Scenery: Mining areas and peaceful villages.

Notes: We recommend comfortable footwear for visiting the Village Museum.

08:00 a.m. – Departure from Katowice. After breakfast, we’ll continue our journey.
09:30 a.m. – Opole. There will be time for coffee in this lively small city, known for its well-preserved old town and the National Festival of Polish Song.

10:15 a.m. – Leaving Opole, we’ll visit the Village Museum (tickets included), an open-air museum that showcases rural life in late 19th-century Poland and the region’s wooden architecture, including mills, a church, and farms.

11:30 a.m. – Departure from the Village Museum.
12:45 p.m. – Wroclaw. Arrival in this historic city, founded in the 10th century and capital of Lower Silesia, reflecting Polish, Czech, Austrian, and German influences. Its old town, rebuilt after World War II, features one of the most beautiful squares in Poland, a testimony of the city’s rich past, with a Gothic-style Town Hall and old bourgeois houses in Gothic and Renaissance styles. There will be free time for lunch and a stroll.

03:30 p.m. – Departure from Wroclaw. We’ll travel through hills and forests, enjoying pleasant landscapes along the way. We’ll then cross the border into the Czech Republic.
08:00 p.m. – Prague.

After breakfast, our journey will come to an end, leaving you with wonderful lasting memories.

Note: Please be aware that the hotel check-out time is usually 10:00 a.m. You can leave your luggage in reception upon check-out, allowing you to explore the city without carrying your bags. You can retrieve your luggage at your convenience later in the day. If you require additional time to use your room, we recommend booking an extra night at the end of your tour.