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Prague: Easy Bus Travel to/from Karlovy Vary

Prague: Easy Bus Travel to/from Karlovy Vary

Get to Karlovy Vary Terminal Bus Station from Prague Florenc Central Bus Station or vice versa in just 2 hours 15 minutes on a modern bus. Take the hassle out of the start or end of your holiday by booking your ticket online in advance. Simply relax on air-conditioned buses from the comfort of your seat and arrive at your destination on time, either at Prague central or Karlovy Vary central. Be greeted and supported by staff who will help you onboard and enjoy the view of Prague and Karlovy Vary during the transfer. On board the luxurious yellow coaches you will receive free hot drinks and can buy a selection of other refreshments. Daily newspapers and magazines make your journey more enjoyable, as does Wi-Fi on all lines, leather reclining seats with seat belts, and of course an on-board toilet. During the journey you can watch a movie, listen to music, or play electronic games, all thanks to the interactive touchscreens with an entertainment portal built into every seat.

Prague: Karlovy Vary Day Trip with Watchtower and Funicular

Prague: Karlovy Vary Day Trip with Watchtower and Funicular

Discover the spa town of Karlovy Vary on a day trip from Prague. Benefit from a short guided tour and learn about the history of the city, followed by some free time to explore at your own pace, where you can visit the watchtower and funicular. Depart from central Prague and travel to Karlovy Vary. Upon arrival, enjoy a guided walking 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. Learn a bit about the fascinating history of the city, which has been a popular spa town since the 14th century. Admire the spa colonnades and learn about historic figures such as Tsar Peter the Great, and German poet Johann Wolfgang von Goethe. After this, you’ll be free to explore the town on your own. Take the time to visit the funicular and admire the views from the historic watchtower. After your free time exploring, relax on the return journey back to Prague.

Karlovy Vary: Home of Becherovka Visitor Center Guided Tour

Karlovy Vary: Home of Becherovka Visitor Center Guided Tour

Step into The Home of Becherovka visitor center in the very heart of Karlovy Vary and immerse yourself in the history and flavors of the most iconic Czech herbal liqueur. Enjoy a guided tour, dive into an interactive exhibition, and taste the famous Karlovy Vary water. The historical Steinberky building, built by Jan Becher in 1867, served as the original factory for over 140 years. Today, it opens its doors to visitors, revealing the legacy of Becherovka and its captivating production process. With VR glasses, find yourself right on the bottling line. Taste the famous Karlovy Vary water – essential for producing the liqueur – and conclude with a tasting of the products still made today at the Jan Becher distillery. Explore unique historical bottles, and take in the aromas of herbs and spices that make Becherovka so unique. Visit the gift shop to purchase original gifts or even create your own personalized Becherovka bottle – a perfect present for yourself or loved ones.

From Prague: Karlovy Vary Guided Day Trip

From Prague: Karlovy Vary Guided Day Trip

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: Moser Glassworks Tour with Museum Entry

Karlovy Vary: Moser Glassworks Tour with Museum Entry

Visit the Moser Glassworks in Karlovy Vary, the place where Moser lead-free crystal is created. Experience the true atmosphere of hand-crafted glass, smell the burnt wooden moulds, and breathe more than 168 years of history. On the tour you will be introduced to the creative handicrafts of the master glassmakers. You will see how they transform the hot mass of glass drawn from a hot furnace into a work of art, how they blow and shape glass in wooden moulds. The tour also includes a visit to the Moser Museum. After the tour, you can enjoy a hot coffee in Moser Café or see the Sales Gallery.

Karlovy Vary: Mineral Hot Springs Tasting and Walking Tour

Karlovy Vary: Mineral Hot Springs Tasting and Walking Tour

The tradition of spa treatment in Karlovy Vary goes back more than six centuries. For centuries people have been able to cure their ailments with the miraculous properties of the mineral water that rises from the bowels of the earth to the surface. The spa was visited by the scientific, political and artistic elite of the 19th century, such as Beethoven, Franz Joseph I, Dobrovský, Paganini, Chopin, Mozart, Gogol, Tyl, Barrande, Purkyně, Freud and many others. Karlovy Vary is also popular among contemporary VIPs like Jude Law, Antonio Banderas, John Malkovich, Robert De Niro, and Renee Zellweger. Join a tasting session and try the magical effects of the hot springs for yourself. Led by expert guide, discover the rich history of each spring, surrounded by the picturesque charm of cobblestone streets and elegant spa architecture. Indulge in a day of relaxation and rejuvenation, sipping on the finest mineral elixirs and soaking in the timeless ambiance of Karlovy Vary.

Prague: Karlovy Vary Tour with Lunch and Moser Museum Visit

Prague: Karlovy Vary Tour with Lunch and Moser Museum Visit

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 16 famous springs with temperatures from 12°C to 72°C, the most famous being Vridlo. Karlovy Vary is also famous for its local china and glass manufacturing industry. Before lunch, admire these products as you visit the Moser Glass Museum and finally, visit the Moser Glass Shop. After lunch, you go on a guided tour of the center of Karlovy Vary, and after the tour you have free time.

Karlovy Vary & Marianske Lazne Tour from Prague with Lunch

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.

From Prague: Karlovy Vary Full-Day Tour

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 - the world famous spa

Karlovy Vary - the world famous spa

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.

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Very beautiful city, but the description seemed to indicate that the funicular was included in the booking, which was not the case. The staff on site confirmed that there is no online booking for the funicular.

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Martin was very informative, not only about the tour details, but gave us an insight into lots of things about Czech life and history.

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Dominik was a great guide; very professional, friendly and knew lots of information about KV - from history to fun facts.

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A beautiful, peaceful spa town, it was a pleasant break during our week-long stay in Prague.

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We were very satisfied and would highly recommend them.