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Prague In Depth

Friday May 9 to Saturday, May 17, 2025

Join us for an in depth look at the sights and sounds of the Czech capital through its history, architecture, monuments and food.  Explore the Jewish quarter, stroll across the Charles Bridge, spend the evening in a jazz bar or take in one of the many classical performances on offer.  Indulge in some cabbage, duck and dumplings washed down with a little pilsner, and journey into the Czech countryside to visit the castle of Franz Ferdinand and the UNESCO world heritage town of Kutna Hora together with our excellent, local guide who will share with you details of Czech life past and present.  It is all included.  Maximum 20 participants, book early to avoid disappointment.

BOOKING INFORMATION

May 09 - 18, 2025

Land Only: $2,985 based on double occupancy.

SIngle supplement: $750

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ITINERARY

Day 1 - Friday, May 09: Arrival in Prague

Arrival in Prague on yur own.  Transfer to the centrally located hotel, Hotel Rott (hotelrott.cz).  As the rooms may not be ready yet, we will embark on a walking tour of the “Golden City” from the hotel lobby at 2PM.  Points of interest include the Old Town Square, Powder Tower, the and of course the Charles Bridge. Welcome dinner in one of Prague’s many fine restaurants.


Day 2 - Saturday, May 10:

Morning arrival in Paris where we clear customs before boarding your connecting flight to Prague.  Upon arrival in Prague you are met by your private coach and guide and transferred to your centrally located hotel Hotel Rott (hotelrott.cz).  As the rooms may not be ready yet, we will embark on a walking tour of the “Golden City”.  Points of interest include the Old Town Square, Powder Tower, the and of course the Charles Bridge.  Welcome dinner in one of Prague’s many fine restaurants.

Day 3 - Sunday, May 11:

This morning you receive your transit pass and transfer by trolley to the Prague Castle district where you will have a guided tour including the Belvedere Palace, the Royal Gardens, St.Vitus Cathedral, and the Royal Place.  Following the tour, we suggest you stay on to visit the interior of the palace, the Golden Lane, the National Gallery and St. George’s Basilica.  A ticket that includes admission to all the castle sights is available locally and can be purchased anytime. Traditional Czech dinner tonight at a local beer hall. 

Day 4 - Monday, May 12:

Breakfast followed by a walking tour of the Jewish Quarter of Prague.  Highlights include the Spanish, the Old New, and the Pinkas Synagogue.  While our tour does not include visits into the Synagogues, you may wish to purchase a pass for the monuments and spend the afternoon visiting the museums and interiors.  No group dinner this evening.

Day 5 - Tuesday, May 13:

Full day free to pursue individual interests.  In the morning your tour leader will be taking any of the participants that are interested on an excursion to Troja Palace, a beautiful chateau and former residence of Count Sternberg.  Today the chateau is an art gallery dedicated mainly to 19th century Czech artists.  No group dinner tonight.

Day 6 - Wednesday, May 14:

Breakfast before boarding the coach and traveling to Konopiste, a 13th century castle set amid woods and parkland approximately 40 Kilometers outside of Prague.  The castle was home to Franz Ferdinand at the time of his assassination in Sarajevo in June 1944.  Our tour will include a visit to the interior of the castle where most of the furnishings, fittings and art objects from Franz Ferdinand’s day are in place, giving the castle an especially intimate and personal atmosphere.  Dinner and evening on your own.  

Day 7 - Thursday, May 15:

Full day free to pursue individual interests.  The tour leader will offer those interested an opportunity to visit Vysehrad.  Here you can visit the Church of St. Peter and St. Paul as well as the Vysehrad Cemetery where you will find the graves of Dvorak and Smetana.  Other points of interest are Bertramka, home of the Mozart Museum and the Mucha Museum, dedicated to Alfons Mucha, a leader in the Art Nouveau movement.  Dinner on your own. This would be a perfect night to attend the ballet or opera.  

Day 8 - Friday, May 16:

Today you will enjoy an excursion to Kutna Hora, a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage site, Kutna Hora was once the second most important city in the Kingdom of Bohemia thanks to its great wealth which stemmed from its silver production and as a result rich in medieval and baroque buildings.  Highlights of today’s trip include St. Barbara Cathedral and the Ossuary.  Return to Prague in the mid afternoon following a group lunch at a local restaurant.  Dinner on your own.  

Day 9 - Saturday, May 17:

Your last full day in Prague so we have left it free for last minute sightseeing or souvenir shopping.  Opportunity for cocktails at hotel and on to farewell dinner this evening.  Always a bittersweet affair! 

Day 10 - Sunday, May 18:

Morning transfer to Prague airport for your return flight to Toronto via Amsterdam.

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INCLUDED

- Eight nights’ accommodation in a 4-star hotel based on two people sharing - Daily breakfast, one lunch and 3 dinners - Sightseeing as per the itinerary - Admissions as per the itinerary - Transportation including a public transit pass - Fully escorted - Gratuities to guides, drivers, and providers of services included in the tour

NOT INCLUDED

- Airfare. Pauwels Travel is happy to assist with air arrangements once we have a sufficient number of participants to guarantee the departure. - Meals not shown in the itinerary - Items of a personal nature - Optional travel insurance. Please contact the office for rates.

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