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From Prague Christmas Market Castle and Michelin Guide Lunch

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Skip the crowded Prague markets and discover how Czechs celebrate Christmas in South Bohemia. Enjoy a three-course seasonal lunch at Sůl a řepa, a MICHELIN Guide restaurant in Strakonice – the town of bagpipes and the legend of Švanda the bagpiper. Walk through the private apartments of fairytale Hluboká Castle on its winter route, and end the day at the České Budějovice Christmas market, on one of the largest squares in the country, with mulled wine in hand. On the way, your guide shares the stories behind Czech Christmas – Ježíšek, St Nicholas and the golden piglet. Small group, no rushing, no tourist traps. - Approx. 9 AM – 7 PM, pickup at your Prague accommodation - Small group, max. 8 guests - Three-course seasonal lunch with a drink - Hluboká Castle entry, winter route - Taste vánočka (Christmas bread) and homemade Christmas cookies - Cut an apple to see your luck for the new year - Hand-decorated gingerbread to take home - Free cancellation up to 24 hours

Highlights

    What's included

    • Admission fees
    • Lunch
    • English-speaking local guide
    • Snacks
    • In-vehicle air conditioning

    Not included

      Itinerary

      1. Our first stop is Strakonice, the Czech town of bagpipes, famous for the legend of Švanda the bagpiper. Here you'll enjoy a three-course seasonal lunch with a drink at Sůl a řepa, a restaurant recommended in the MICHELIN Guide, known for its modern take on Czech cuisine and local ingredients. During lunch, you'll try an old Czech Christmas custom: cutting an apple crosswise to see what the new year will bring. A star inside means health and happiness!

        2 hoursAdmission free

      2. In the afternoon, we continue to Hluboká Castle, one of the most beautiful castles in the Czech Republic. This white neo-Gothic fairytale castle was modelled on Windsor Castle. You'll take the special winter tour through the private apartments of its last owners, the Schwarzenberg family, and then enjoy a short walk around the castle grounds, especially magical when covered in snow.

        1h 30mAdmission included

      3. Ceske Budejovice

        We end the day at the Christmas market in České Budějovice, set on Přemysl Otakar II Square – one of the largest town squares in Central Europe, with the baroque Samson Fountain in its centre. Stroll among the wooden stalls, warm up with a cup of mulled wine, watch the skaters on the ice rink and enjoy the view from the Ferris wheel. You'll have free time to shop for Christmas gifts, handmade decorations and local treats before we head back to Prague.

        2 hoursAdmission freeSee on map

      Meeting point

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      Pickup

      • Everyone is picked up
      • 201 hotels are served
      • You can request another pickup address
      • The operator contacts you to arrange pickup
      • Pickup begins 90 min before departure

      Know before you go

      • Public transportation options are available nearby
      • Specialized infant seats are available
      • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
      • Mobile or paper ticket accepted
      • One per booking

      Cancellation and refunds

      For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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      At least 1 days before100%
      Between 0 and 1 days before0%
      • Cancelled and fully refunded if the weather makes it unsafe
      • Cancelled and fully refunded if too few travellers book
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      Your Czech Tour
      Product code
      5712467P1

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