Be sure not to miss the UNESCO-listed medieval town of Cesky Krumlov. It will be one of the highlights of your trip to Europe. Promise!
CK Shuttle’s comfortable little buses depart from Prague at 9:00 am every day. You’ll reach Cesky Krumlov just in time for an early lunch. The shuttle stops right at the entrance to the historical centre, at the same spot you’ll be picked up later.
Maybe you just like to feel the spirit of the place on your own, maybe you prefer some guidance and insights into its history. In such case we can recommend a free guided tour starting every day from April to October at 14:00 pm at the main square. For more information please check the website of our friends from Wiseman Free Tour. A private guided tour is available upon request for approximately 500 CZK per hour.
When the afternoon’s over and you’ve got your daily dose of breathtaking sights and history, the afternoon shuttle bus heading back to Cesky Krumlov will pick you up at the same spot you got off. It departs at 16:30 pm so that you make it to Cesky Krumlov for dinner.
Or instead of going back to Prague you can also continue further to Vienna, Salzburg, Hallstatt or Linz.
| Approximate schedule: |
departure from Prague at 9:00 am
arrival in Cesky Krumlov at approximately 12:00 pm (noon) departure from Cesky Krumlov at 17:00 pm arrival in Prague at approximately 20:00 pm |
| Price: |
1600 CZK / 1 person (from and to Andel subway station) |
The price only includes transportation from Prague to Cesky Krumlov and back to Prague.
*The discounted price of 1900 CZK per person may not be applied when booking transfer for group of less than 3 persons less than 3 days in advance, nor during the low season (November to March).
To book the day trip, please use our booking form and book the shuttle from Prague to Cesky Krumlov in the morning and another shuttle from Cesky Krumlov to Prague in the afternoon.
Retreat to the Renaissance sanctuary in South Bohemia
Immerse yourself in the splendor of the 16th-century town subtly lurking upon the Vltava river, whose tranquil and silent murmur highlights the sublime impression of the Renaissance environment. Let yourself be overwhelmed by the monumental chateau, stroll down the majestic garden combining elements of English parks and French royal gardens and lose yourself among the gorgeous burghers houses whose uniqueness contributed to the inclusion of the town among the UNESCO sites.
Enjoy a day in medieval paradise.nnIf you are limited to spending only one day in Český Krumlov, you better make sure that you make every second count. Whether you are an active sportsman, a history enthusiast or a hard worker looking for a place to chill for a day, Český Krumlov meets your needs. nnAbove all, Český Krumlov is a one-of-a-kind historical town with unparalleled Renaissance impression that it makes as soon as you set foot in the town’s centre. If you prefer to awe at the beauty of one of the UNESCO sites undisturbed and by yourself, take a stroll through the petite labyrinth of a town that is impossible to get lost in. For those who enjoy company and acquiring knowledge, Český Krumlov offers many guided tours that may introduce you to the town’s history and folklore. nnOnce a gothic fort built to protect the travelling merchants from local highwaymen, the imposing chateau is without a doubt a must-do for any visitor. Choose a tour that interests you most, let the guides usher you into the beautiful interiors and learn about the aristocratic families that built and left this peerless legacy. nnShould you feel overwhelmed by the omnipresent 16th century atmosphere and long for an escape back to reality, there is no better way than to rent a raft with your friends, take it up the river and relax for several hours while the stream carries you through the surrounding nature and lets you perceive the town from an unmatched unique perspective. nnImmensely popular even among the locals, the chateau garden is one of the best places to hang out at. Take your paramour for a romantic walk through the perfectly maintained lower garden imitating the keen precision of the French royal gardens and feel the untamed wildness of the upper garden mimicking the English parks. For singles, the revolving theatre in the upper garden offers you a first-date invitation that is just impossible to say no to. The actors from the South Bohemian theatre use the surrounding environment as the scene for their plays, while the auditorium spins slowly round and round until you yield completely to the cultural experience.