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Wine, gastronomy, culture itinerary in Prague

PRAGUE | LEARNING THROUGH GASTRONOMY AND CULTURE

HISTORICAL BACKGROUND & ITINERARY SUGGESTION


TRIP ITINERARY EXAMPLE

Escape to the heart of Europe and discover the captivating city of Prague on a journey filled with rich history, vibrant culture, and breath-taking sights. In Prague, get lost in the charming streets of Old Town, explore the magnificent Prague Castle, and enjoy the famous Astronomical Clock. Enjoy evening opera performances.

Highlights: 

  • Lobkowitz palace and art collection
  • Nelahozeves castle and wine tasting
  • Mozart dinner and classical concert
  • Themed tours of your choice
  • Tour of Estates theatre or Municipal house

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DAY 1 | WELCOME TO PRAGUE

Theme: 
Welcome & First Impressions

Morning: Arrival to Prague Airport. You will be greeted by our local representatives and transferred to your hotel in Prague. Afterwards 3hrs Prague Old Town walking tour. Lunch in local pub.  

Afternoon: Free time

Evening: River cruise with dinner


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DAY 2 | LOBKOWITZ PALACE 

Theme: 
Visit of Lobkowitz palace with classical concert

Morning: Following breakfast at the hotel, you will have transfer to Prague castle and Lobkowicz palace with collection tour and Classical concert in the baroque concert hall

Afternoon: Walking through Lesser Town to Charles Bridge, lunch and Tour of Estates theatre for 1 hour in the afternoon or Tour of Municipal house.

Evening: Dinner at FUZE or Red Stag restaurant


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DAY 3 | NELAHOZEVES CASTLE AND THEATRE

Theme:
Trip to Nelahozeves castle with wine tasting and evening cultural program

Morning: Breakfast at the hotel, followed by transfer to the Nelahozeves castle (35km off Prague), visit Antonín Dvořák ´s birth house, Lobkowicz collection tour at Nelahozeves castle, lunch in local restaurant, followed by wine tasting

Afternoon: At your leisure after return to Prague

Evening: Opera performance in Estates or National theatre


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DAY 4 | CULTURAL EXPERIENCE

Theme:
More cultural experiences

Morning: After breakfast at the hotel, you will be greeted by our local representative in the hotel lobby and taken for Clementinum library visit 

Afternoon: Lunch in lcoal restaurant and another themed tour of your choice

Evening: Mozart dinner at Boccaccio hall with concert


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DAY 5 | BYE BYE PRAGUE

Theme:
Until we meet again

Morning: After breakfast, some free time and then transfer to the airport for your flight home


EXTRA & OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES

Culture & History

  • Prague City Tour – Uncover Prague's Old Town wonders through the Old Town to the Charles Bridge. We can also offer 4 hours city tour that includes Prague Castle Tour. 
  • Jewish Prague – History of the Jewish community, uncover one of the oldest Jewish Ghetto in Europe 
  • Tours of Estates theatre, State opera, National theatre, National library, Municipal House, Rudolfinum,...

Industry, Science & Technology (Day Trips)

  • SKODA car museum and factory – Visit the Skoda Museum with old cars, see a film (on request) about Skoda and go to two factory halls to see how they produce Skoda cars
  • Nuclear Power Plant Temelin – Energy production, science, and sustainability 


Culture & Everyday Life

  • Medieval evening – welcome to middle ages and enjoy entertainment from sword fighters, jugglers, and belly dancers, all set to traditional music
  • Folklore show  – Introduction to national traditions and music
  • Cooking or food tasting workshop – Czech cuisine and cultural habits 
  • Original beer tour experience – discover the story of Pilsner Urquell, the world's first golden lager that revolutionized the beer industry 180 years ago


Leisure & Active Options

  • Bike tours – active way of getting to know the city
  • Prague fun kayaking – fun paddling trip combines adventure together with exploring famous historic sites
  • City quiz / treasure hunt – Interactive learning and teamwork in the city center

PRAGUE & CZECHIA HISTORY IN A NUTSHELL

Prague is one of the oldest cities in Central Europe. It grew around a castle above the River Vltava and became a political, cultural, and trade center already in the Middle Ages. Thanks to limited wartime damage, much of its historic architecture has survived. The Czech Republic lies in the heart of Europe and has always been influenced by both Western and Eastern powers. Its location made it an important crossroads for trade, ideas, religion, and later political movements.

Before World War II
In the Middle Ages, the Czech lands were part of the Holy Roman Empire, and Prague was once its capital. In the 19th century, the city became a key center of Czech national revival. After World War I, Czechoslovakia was created in 1918 as a democratic state.

The 20th Century
During World War II, the country was occupied by Nazi Germany. After the war, Czechoslovakia fell under communist rule and became part of the Eastern Block. In 1968, the Prague Spring attempted to reform the system but was stopped by a Soviet invasion. In 1989, the peaceful Velvet Revolution ended communism.

Why Prague Matters
Prague tells the story of Europe’s struggles between democracy and dictatorship, freedom and control. Its history helps understand how political systems affect everyday life and how societies remember and overcome difficult periods.