Day Trips

From Prague: Karlovy Vary (Carlsbad) Day Trip

Guided by an English-speaking expert, enjoy seamless round-trip transportation and a handy city brochure for easy exploring.

Discover Karlovy Vary’s famed mineral springs and taste the unique waters that have drawn visitors for centuries.

Stroll through cobbled streets lined with elegant spa architecture and learn the city’s fascinating history.

Your guide shares local stories and recommends must-try activities, making the most of your day trip.

Choose the private option to enjoy hotel pick-up and drop-off with dedicated transportation, offering a more tailored and exclusive travel experience.

English-speaking guide

City brochure

Join-in bus tour (as per option selected)

Round-trip transportation to and from meeting point (as per option selected)

Private guided tour (as per option selected)

Hotel pick-up and drop-off (as per option selected)

Admission to attractions (such as Diana Tower or Becherovka Museum)

Food and beverages

Tips/gratuities

TOTAL DURATION11 hours
Timeline
Map
Start point
Na Příkopě Street meeting point, Prague
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1. Karlovy Vary Town Center
Arrive in Karlovy Vary, a historic spa town known for its colorful buildings and thermal springs. Begin with a guided walking tour through the town center, where your guide will introduce you to its history, architecture, and spa culture.
2. Mill Colonnade & Thermal Springs
3. Diana Observation Tower
4. Free Time in Karlovy Vary
End point
Na Příkopě Street meeting point, Prague
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Your ending point would be same as your start point

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

Enjoy a full-day private tour from Prague to Karlovy Vary, with hotel pick-up, expert guide, and round-trip transportation included.

Getting started

Your private driver and English-speaking guide will meet you at your hotel in Prague at the scheduled time. After a brief introduction and check-in, you’ll travel directly to Karlovy Vary in a comfortable private vehicle.

What to expect

Karlovy Vary (Carlsbad)

Founded in the 14th century, Karlovy Vary is the Czech Republic’s most renowned spa town and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Its historic hot springs have drawn visitors from royalty to poets, all seeking the city’s famed mineral waters.

Features

Mineral hot springs: Sample water from up to 12 different springs, each with unique mineral content and a story tied to centuries of spa tradition.

Spa architecture: Stroll cobbled streets lined with elegant colonnades and ornate buildings, reflecting the town’s long-standing wellness culture.

Local history: Learn about notable visitors such as Peter the Great and Goethe, and discover how Karlovy Vary became a center for healing and relaxation.

Personalized experience: Benefit from your guide’s recommendations for additional sights, local treats, and hidden gems throughout the city.

What to bring

Bring a valid photo ID to match the name on your booking if requested at the departure point.

Wear comfortable walking shoes as the tour involves walking on cobblestone streets.

Bring weather-appropriate clothing, as the schedule may change depending on traffic and weather conditions.

Carry some cash for personal expenses, meals, beverages, and admission to attractions, as these are not included.

What’s not allowed

Large bags, suitcases, and oversized luggage are not allowed on the tour bus or during the walking tour.

Pets are not permitted, except for registered service animals.

Alcohol, drugs, and any form of intoxication are strictly prohibited during the tour.

Accessibility

This experience is not wheelchair accessible.

Additional information

This activity has no age limit.

The voucher is valid only on the specified date (and time if applicable).

Free cancellation is available if you cancel at least 24 hours before the activity starts.

Please arrive at the meeting location at least 15 minutes before the scheduled departure time.

The schedule might change depending on traffic and weather conditions.

Admission to attractions (such as Diana Tower or Becherovka Museum), meals, beverages, and tips are not included in your ticket.

Guided tour is conducted in English.

Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.

Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.

Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.

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