Golden City of Prague

Day-To-Day Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Prague
Day 2: Prague - Kralupy, 16 mi. (27 km) 
Day 3: Kralupy - Litoměřice/Leitmeritz, 17 mi. (28 km) 
Day 4:  Litoměřice/Leitmeritz, 33 mi. (53 km)
Day 5:  Litoměřice - Roudnice - Mlčechvosty, cycle tour Roudnice - Mělník – Mlčechvosty, 25 mi. (40 km) 
Day 6: Mlčechvosty - Prague, 25 mi. (40 km) 
Day 7: Prague, Prague - Zbraslav and back 19 mi. (30 km) 
Day 8: Departure from Prague

*Subject to change. In the event of low or high water levels or adverse weather conditions a route cannot be taken, the captain reserves the right to change the route for your safety (this would not be a reason for fee-free cancellation). 

Day 1: Sunday, Arrival in Prague
Individual arrival in Prague. Embarkation begins at 4 pm. Highly recommended this evening is a stroll over the Charles Bridge, particularly beautiful in the dark, and enjoy the stunning view of the illuminated Prague Castle.

Day 2: Monday, Kralupy, 16 mi. (27 km)
The morning is at your disposal and you have enough time for a nice little walk through Prague. Then you will be handed out your bike and start your first cycle tour. Today you will cycle along the Vltava River via Troja, known for its Baroque castle  and National Art Gallery, to the village of Klecánky, over the bank of the Vltava via Drasty, onward to Vodochody, and finally back on the river bank to today's destination Kralupy. Arrival at the ship at approximately 5 pm.  

Day 3: Tuesday, Kralupy - Mělník, excursion to Nelahozeves (optional), cycling 17 mi. (28 km), by boat to Litoměřice/Leitmeritz
Today's cycling begins at 9 am, almost exclusively along the Vltava River to Nelahozeves. Optional visits to the birth house of Antonin Dvořák and one of the most famous Renaissance castles of Bohemia, also known as the “little Louvre of Czechia” is possible. The route leads through Veltrusý Park, with numerous sculptures and gazebos, on varied terrain, up to the royal town of Mělník. The ship is reached and boarded again at 1.30 pm for boat trip on the Elbe River to Litoměřice.                

Day 4: Wednesday, Litoměřice, guided walking tour (optional), round tour by bicycle to Ustí, 33 mi. (53 km)
No bike ride is scheduled this day but an optional guided walk is on the agenda during which you will have the possibility to discover one of the most beautiful Czech towns, the royal town of Litoměřice. The colorful Gothic, Renaissance and Baroque buildings in the town center, which for the most part is encircled by well-preserved Gothic fortifications, will enchant you. Well worth seeing are the Baroque Cathedral of St Stephen atop the dome hill, the historic underground (extensive tunnel system), or the Bishop’s residence. You might also be interested in a cycle tour to the Terezín Memorial (Theresienstadt) in the village of Terezìn. The concentration camp memorial is located only 5 km away. The more advanced cyclists may feel to cycle to Ustí - idyllically situated in the narrow valley of the Elbe river – via the old castle ruin Schreckenstein and back (55 km). The MS FLORENTINA will moor overnight in Litoměřice.

Day 5: Thursday, Litoměřice - Roudnice - Mlčechvosty, cycle tour Roudnice - Mělník – Mlčechvosty, 25 mi. (40 km). Castle Tour and coffee and cake in the castle-patisserie (optional excursion)
Early in the morning, the ship will take you to Roudnice. Daily cycling begins around 9:00 am. The route leads mostly alongside the Elbe, via Dobřín, Račice, and Vliněves, you cycle back again to the lovely village of Mělník. On a guided walk (optional) enjoy the splendid panoramic view of the confluence of the Vlatva and Elbe River from the top of the castle hill. Afterwards, have coffee and cake in the castle-patisserie. You continue cycling to today’s destination, Mlčechvosty. The boat arrives at approximately 4:30 PM.

Day 6: Friday, Mlčechvosty - Prague, 25 mi. (40 km)  
Today you can go for a last bike tour via Nelahozeves, Kralupy, Chvatěruby, Vodochody, Drasty, and Klecánky to Prague or you relax on the sun deck. You will arrive at Prage at approximately 3:30 PM. The rest of the day is reserved for Prague.  

Day 7: Saturday, Prague, Guided Walking Tour Prague (optional) or cycle tour Prague – Zbraslav and back, 19 mi. (30 km)
In the morning, there will be an optional guided walk to discover the right bank of the Vltava River, the highlights of the Old Town, the New Town and the Jewish Quarter (duration approx. 2 hours). Visit the Prague Castel with the Golden Lane, the Powder Tower, just meander along the streets or watch the lively goings-on sitting in one of the cafes on the Old Town Square. There are countless possibilities! If you feel like cycling today, you can bike upstream along Vltava River to Zbraslav and back. A trip to Vyṧehrad Castle is worthwile. It was built, probably in the 10th century, on a hill over the Vltava River. Local legend holds that Vyṧehrad was the location of the first settlement which later became Prague. 

Day 8: Sunday, Departure from Prague
Disembarkation by 9:30 AM following breakfast. 

OPTIONAL EXCURSION PROGRAM:  (Excursion pricing coming soon!)

Saturday - Guided Walking Tour in Prague, Duration approx. 2 hours
In the morning, explore the Old Town, the New Town, and the Jewish Quarter on a two-hour guided walking tour. Following the old King's Way through Prague you'll see the following highlights: 

• The Old Town City Hall, dating back to the 14th century, with its impressive Astronomical Clock,
• The Charles University, the largest in the Czech Republic,
• The Estate Theatre, which went down in music history when two of Mozart's operas were premiered here,
• The world famous Wenceslas Square
• Old-New Synagogue in the Jewish Quarter – the oldest surviving synagogue north of the Alps (guided tour does not include entrance fees or visits). 

Tuesday - Nelahozeves – Visit to the Castle and to the Dvořák-Museum, Duration approx. 2 hours 
Visit Nelahozeves Castle, one of the most beautiful Renaissance buildings in the Czech Republic. It belongs to the Bohemian Noble family of Lobkowicz, which has played a decisive role in Central European history for over 600 years. The Lobkowicz family has supported scientists and artists, as for instance Ludwig v. Beethoven. After the visit to the castle, explore the museum and birth house of the famous Czech composer Antonin Dvořák, which is located just below the castle. 

Wednesday - Litoměřice – Sightseeing Tour and Visit to the "Underworld", Duration approx. 2 hours
You will start your tour walking with your tour guide from the mooring place to the town center. The royal town of Litoměřice with its colorful Gothic, Renaissance and Baroque buildings is one of the most beautiful towns in the Czech Republic. On your walk you will pass the Town Hall, built in Saxon Renaissance style, the "Kalich"(Chalice) House, where rich townsfolk used to meet over a glass of wine, the plague column and some important churches like the Baroque Stephen's Cathedral. Afterwards, explore the historic underworld, well worth seeing, which belongs to the most extensive underworld networks in the Czech Republic. (366 m are accessible to the public). 

Thursday - Mělník – Sightseeing Tour and Castle Tour Including a Visit to the Castle`s Pastry Shop, Duration approx. 2 hours / € 25 per Person
Meeting point for today's tour is the castle courtyard. Discover the picturesque town of Melnik on a guided walking tour. See the Town Hall, the Capuchin monastery, and the central square of the town, Náměstí Míru, among others.

Then take a stroll up to the castle. The Renaissance castle in Mělník together with the St. Peter and St. Paul Churches are the region's landmarks. From the castle hill, you have a marvellous view over the confluence of the rivers Vlatwa and Labe (Elbe). During the castle tour, explore the rich collection of paintings and furniture of the Lobkowicz family. After the tour, you can fortify yourself with a coffee and a cake in the castle's pastry shop (price includes 1 espresso + 1 piece of cake per person). 

Important:

• Tickets can be purchased directly on board, please refer to the tour manager (only cash payment in EUR is accepted)
• The excursions have capacity limitations – In some cases, short-term reservations may not be considered. We recommend that you attend the tour information sessions.
• The sequence of the program may vary. 
• Once an excursion has been booked and paid, no refunds will be given (unless the minimum number of participants has not been reached).
• Please note that, for instance, due to weather conditions or lock closures, the scheduled program may change as well as the location of boarding and disembarking.
• Guided tours are offered in English and German (only if minimum number of participants is reached)
• All guided tours are conducted on foot with some climbs or stairs to navigate.
• Minimum number of participants per tour: 20

Itinerary as well as tour programs are subject to change. Slight changes are possible in 2019!

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