WINE TOUR IN CZECHIA with visit of Prague in 7 days 

DAY 1:  WELCOME TO PRAGUE

Arrival to Prague. Transport from the airport to the hotel. Before the evening orientation with your Tour Director and your travel mates you will have an opportunity to explore Prague’s historic center on your own. Evening welcome dinner and orientation.

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Activities:

• Check in at your hotel in the city centre

• Welcome dinner

 

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DAY 2: FIRST TOUCH WITH PRAGUE - HISTORICAL CENTRE

Historic wine traditions, perfect geography & terroir has made Prague one of the best European cities for wine lovers. It was Prince Wenceslas himself, the first of the Czech territorial patrons who ruled in the 10th century, who started to grow vineyards by Prague Castle. Later on, during the reign of Charles IV, the viticulture was growing as the King had an extensive knowledge about wine from his previous stays in France and Italy. Since then, Prague has always had a keen interest in wine. Experience this growing trend and learn more about the tiny yet beautiful vineyards in Prague!

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Activities:

• Guided walking tour through UNESCO historical centre - National Museum, Wenceslas square, Old town square with the oldest functioning Astronomical clock on the world

• Walking tour in Grébovka vineyards

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DAY 3: PRAGUE LEFT BANK OF THE VLTAVA RIVER  - CHARLES BRIDGE, PRAGUE CASTLE, 

Beautiful architecture is one of the main Prague symbols. Charles Bridge, a dominant soaring above the Vltava River. The monumental Prague Castle, an old seat of Bohemian monarchs, more than a thousand years old. St. Vitus Cathedral with its elaborate stained-glass windows and strong spiritual atmosphere. There is a lot to see in Prague! 

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Activities:

• Walking tours through the beautiful Charles Bridge towards Prague Castle

• Walking tour and wine tasting by the vineyards of Prague Castle

 

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​​​​​​​​​​DAY 4 : WINE TASTING IN HISTORICAL ZNOJMO

Morning transfer to Znojmo. The region of Znojmo is known for aromatic white wines, including the varieties Grüner Veltliner, Müller Thurgau, Sauvignon, as well as Riesling. Located next to the Austrian border, the town of Znojmo is the center of the sub-region and it is known for its extensive labyrinth of wine cellars and medieval corridors. As a first thing, we will visit Enotéka of Znojmo wines - Wine Gallery where you are offered 120 samples of wines from the Znojmo wine region. A total of 29 wineries from Znojmo are represented here. Besides the high quality of wine you can also appreciate amazing architectural renovation of historical building from 19th century.

In the afternoon we will take you to the tour to the vineyards around Znojmo and wine tasting in one of the local cellars.

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Activities:

• Wine tasting in Enotéka

• Walking tour around the town

• In the afternoon tour to the vineyards around Znojmo and wine tasting in the cellar

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DAY 5 : MIKULOV  - CENTRE OF  THE MORAVIAN WINE REGION

Morning transfer from Znomo to Mikulov. The Mikulov wine region is centred around the Pálava hills. It’s the oldest and the most famous wine-growing region of the Czechia. Typical varieties include Pinot Blanc, Chardonnay, Pálava, and the regions number one variety, Ryzlink Vlašský (Welschriesling). The historical town of Mikulov, offers many amazing places to visit. Its most notable landmarks include Mikulov Castle, which towers of the town square, and St. Sebastian Chapel, located on top of the town’s Holy Hill. The Mikulov Castle also features the largest domestic exhibition of wine making and viticulture with a unique giant wine barrel. Visit the historic center of the city and sample some of local white wine in cafés or small cellars.

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Activities:

• Walking tour around the town

• Climbing up to Svatý Kopeček

• Wine tasting

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DAY 6: UNESCO LEDNICE-VALTICE COMLEX 

Morning transfer to Lednice. There are not many places in the world which are so impressive as the elegant Lednice and Valtice chateaux. An absolutely beautiful park has been created here over the centuries, full of rare tree species, romantic little buildings, fishponds and beautiful little corners. The Lednice-Valtice Complex, which has been included in the UNESCO list, is known as the Garden of Europe to this very day. We will visit this remarkable residence and walk the palace grounds. In the afternoon, we will visit the Wine Salon of the Czech Republic in Valtice. The salon is a permanent tasting exhibition of 100 of the best Moravian and Bohemian wines. The wines are selected annually in the country’s most renowned and all-encompassing national wine competition. In this enormous cellar you can taste any of the 100 wines on display.

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Activities:​

• Visit of Lednice (chateau - inside, gardens, minaret)

• Boat cruise in Chateau Lednice park

• Transfer back to Prague

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DAY 7 : DEPARTURE DAY FROM PRAGUE

We say a fond farewell to Prague and our newfound friends at the end of an unforgettable journey. A transfer is available to Prague Airport. Conditions apply.

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Activities:

• Departure from Prague