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From Prague: Karlovy Vary Full-Day Tour

1. From Prague: Karlovy Vary Full-Day Tour

Karlovy Vary is the best known spa town in the Czech Republic, and its history dates to the 14th century and the reign of Charles IV. The healing powers of the local springs enticed notables such as the Russian Tsar Peter the Great and the German poet Goethe. The spa town is also known for the production of world-renowned Moser crystal, Carlsbad porcelain, and the traditional Czech herb liqueur, Becherovka. On this full-day excursion from Prague you’ll enjoy a guided tour of the town center and marvel at the most famous geyser, Vřídlo Sprudel, gushing its mineral waters to a height of nearly 12 meters! After this you’ll be free to explore the town on your own.

From Prague: Day Trip to Karlovy Vary with Spa House Visit

2. From Prague: Day Trip to Karlovy Vary with Spa House Visit

On this 9.5-hour excursion, you’ll be picked up at your Prague hotel (depending on the option selected) and head off on a drive to the largest and most popular spa town in the Czech Republic. The history of this Bohemian town dates back to the 14th century. Today, Karlovy Vary is also well known for its film festival, which takes place every year. Enjoy a walk along the colonnade through the historic center, where you’ll find the thermal springs. The most famous of the springs, Vřídlo, spurts boiling hot water to a height of 12 meters. The tour includes a visit traditional spa house where you can enjoy 2 hours of relaxation by the pool, whirlpool or sauna. At the end of the tour, you’ll head back to Prague and the driver will then drop you off in the city center or at your hotel. (depending on the option selected)

From Prague: Karlovy Vary Guided Day Trip with Lunch

3. From Prague: Karlovy Vary Guided Day Trip with Lunch

Depart Prague and journey to the legendary spa town of Karlovy Vary in the west Bohemia region of the Czech Republic. The history of the city dates back to the 14th century and the time of Charles IV, and the curative effects of the local mineral springs were used as treatments for figures such as Peter the Great and Goethe. One of the most famous attractions is the hot spring that spews out hot thermal waters to a height of 12 meters. Visit a wide range of the historical and modern colonnades the town is known for, and taste the water from different natural mineral springs.

Karlovy Vary Tour from Prague with Lunch

4. Karlovy Vary Tour from Prague with Lunch

Journey to the largest, most well known Czech Spa - Karlovy Vary – just 2-hours away from Prague. Also known as Carlsbad, the founding of this town has been linked to Emperor Charles IV since 1358, when he built a hunting lodge here. Learn about the 12 famous springs with temperatures from 40°C to 72°C, the most famous being Vridlo. Karlovy Vary is also famous for its local china and glass manufacturing industry. After lunch, admire these products as you visit the Moser Glass Shop and the Thun Porcelain Shop. Finally, visit the Moser Glass Museum.

Karlovy Vary, The world famous spa was founded by the Czech

5. Karlovy Vary, The world famous spa was founded by the Czech

We invite you on a day trip to the spa town of Karlovy Vary, situated about 100 km west of Prague. The world famous spa was founded by the Czech king Charles IV in 1358 and the local mineral springs have healed many celebrities, such as the German poet Goethe and the Russian Tsar Peter the Great. While walking along the colonnade, you´ll have a chance to taste the hot springs as well. The trip includes and guided walk through the historic center. The lunch will be provided in a local restaurant.

From Prague: Private Karlovy Vary & Crystal Factory Tour

6. From Prague: Private Karlovy Vary & Crystal Factory Tour

The city of Prague was founded in the 14th century by the Czech king and Roman Emperor Charles IV. According to legend, the Emperor had the city built soon after the accidental discovery of thermal springs by his hunting entourage. The springs and spa at Karlovy Vary (Carlsbad) continued to be a popular place across Europe, hosting great names in science, politics and art including Beethoven, Paganini, Chopin, Mozart, Freud and many others. Today there are 12 hot springs in use here, and you’ll get the chance to experience them for yourself. The best-known spring is named Vřídlo - the Sprudel, which spouts its warm waters to a height of 55 feet (17 meters). If you wish you can go swimming in the Thermal hotel swimming pool, which is built into the cliff above the city. The swimming pool is composed of 1/3 hot spring water and 2/3 fresh drinking water. We also offer a visit to the world-famous Moser glassworks. You will learn more about glass blowing into moulds and product hand shaping. The guided tours at the Moser glassworks are available Monday to Friday. On the weekends we can visit the Becherovka (famous liqueur) museum as an alternative.

From Prague: Karlovy Vary Full-Day Tour

7. From Prague: Karlovy Vary Full-Day Tour

Depart Prague and journey to the beautiful spa town of Karlovy Vary about 100 kilometers to the west of the Czech Republic capital. Upon arrival, benefit from the chance to take a walk along its enchanting promenade. Founded by King Charles IV in 1358, Karlovy Vary is notable for its mineral springs that have healed many celebrities, including the German poet Goethe and the Russian Tsar Peter the Great. Stroll along the colonnades of the spa and get a taste of the hot springs for yourself. The town is well-known as the location of the Moser glass factory, founded by Ludwig Moser in 1893. Renowned around the world for its high quality glassware, Moser's former clients include the court of the British King Edward VII, the Shah of Persia and Emperor Franz Josef I of the Austro-Hungarian Empire, among others. Take a guided walking tour of the historical town center. Benefit from some free time to shop and enjoy a stroll on your own before the return journey to Prague.

Karlovy Vary & Marianske Lazne Tour from Prague with Lunch

8. Karlovy Vary & Marianske Lazne Tour from Prague with Lunch

Experience the largest, most well known Czech Spa - Karlovy Vary – a scenic 2-hour drive from Prague. Also known as Carlsbad, the founding of this town has been linked to Emperor Charles IV since 1358, when he built a hunting lodge here. Experience some of the 12 famous springs with temperatures from 40°C to 72°C, the most famous being Vridlo, as you walk along the Tepla River and the majestic Neo-Renaissance colonnades. Enjoy samples of the different mineral waters and purchase souvenirs before lunch. Then, admire the city's famous glass and china as you visit the Moser Glass Shop and the Thun Porcelain Shop. Enjoy a guided tour of the Moser Glass Factory Museum Next, journey to the famous Marianske Lazne, with its curative springs. Take a tour of the spa with its unique historical architecture, a sampling of the spa waters from the famous Cross Spring, and finally visit the ancient colonnades.

Karlovy Vary Private Tour: A Day Trip from Prague

9. Karlovy Vary Private Tour: A Day Trip from Prague

This trip will take you through the picturesque West Bohemian countryside to the city of Karlovy Vary. This world-famous spa city is known for its 12 medicinal mineral springs, which you will have the chance to taste. The best-known of these springs is the "Vřídlo" ("Geyser"), a fountain of therapeutic water that shoots to a height of 12m. In Karlovy Vary, you'll also find historical and modern colonnades, and you can admire locally manufactured Moser glass and Thun porcelain. It's highly recommended that you taste the delicious local wafers and traditional "Becherovka" liqueur made from herbs. Take the stress out of your trip to this city with private transportation and an expert guide - make it a day to remember! 

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An excellent tour to a beautiful place. The driver was on time at the pick up point and he was very kind. The tour guide was very enlightened and he answered to all of our questions. It was a great experience and a must for anyone visiting Prague to go the karlovi cary using this guided tour.

I’m glad I booked this trip- very interesting place, relaxing & fun place. We had lots of free time to enjoy our lunch, shop & explore the place- George was very good of what he does! multi lingual was a plus! I would recommend this trip, worth every penny! Thanks George for the experienced

Albert was an expert guide. He was extremely knowledgeable and engaging. The process to book was easy and we were able to reach GYG immediately with our last minute questions the night before our tour. We would highly recommend Get Your Guide and if you are in Prague ask for Albert!

Value for money activity. A day is more than enought to see Karlovy vary. The guide Alex was very good.

Have lots of time for us to explore in this full-day tour.