Czech Spas of Karlovy Vary and Marianske Lazne from Prague

Name: Czech Spas of Karlovy Vary and Marianske Lazne from Prague
Brand: Gray Line Prague
SKU: 26e43342-f380-45f6-a33f-9e6b4b252bb3

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Summary

Begin your day trip with a pickup from your Prague hotel or central Prague. Hop inside your air-conditioned coach and as you journey through rural Bohemia learn about Karlovy Vary, one of the Czech Republic’s most renowned spa towns. Known in German as Karlsbad or Carlsbad, Karlovy Vary straddles the Tepla River and grew up around natural springs said to have been discovered by Holy Roman Emperor Charles — or Karl, IV — in 1358. As its reputation as a health spa grew, its reputedly curative waters drew many famous figures, including the composers Beethoven and Brahms during the 1800s. Stretch your legs along the Tepla and admire the neo-Renaissance colonnades and spring fountains. Sample some of the town’s twelve mineral waters and enjoy free time to shop for souvenirs. Break for an included restaurant lunch, and afterward, visit the Moser Glass Factory Museum. Discover Karlovy’s two other claims to fame: Moser crystal glassware and Thun porcelain. Browse the delicate pieces displayed at the Moser shop and Thun showroom, and if you wish, buy some as mementos. Next, travel south to Marianske Lazne, another historical spa town in the Slavkovský les forest. Take a walking tour of the town, passing its romantic colonnades and parks as you learn about its mineral springs. Visit the famous Cross Spring colonnade to taste its waters, and then return to Prague by coach to finish your tour.

Tour info

Duration

10 hours

Why take this tour?

During this tour you’ll have the opportunity to visit the largest, most well known Czech Spa. The founding of this town has been linked to Emperor Charles IV since 1358, when he built a hunting lodge here. There are 12 famous springs with a temperature of about 72°C, the most famous being Vridlo. During your walk along the Tepla River and the majestic Neo-Rennaissance colonnades, you will have a chance to taste different mineral waters and purchase souvenirs .Karlovy Vary is also famous for its local china and glass manufacturing industry. These products are on display at a special exhibition and are sold at specialized shops. The spa was visited by many rulers and artists including Goethe, Chateaubriand, Chopin, Beethoven, Brahms and Dvorak. After lunch (included), visit the Moser glass factory and shop. Next you will come to the famous Marianske Lazne, with its curative springs.

What’s included?

Lunch
Moser Glass Museum
Professional guide
Transportation by air conditioned coach
Hotel pick up upon request
Entry/Admission - Moser
Gratuities
Food and drinks, unless specified
Hotel pick drop-off

Things to know

Before you book

Duration: 10h
Mobile tickets accepted
Instant confirmation

Covid Policy

Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
Guides required to regularly wash hands
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

Operator Website

Operated by:

Gray Line Prague

About operator:

With Gray Line Prague you have an excellent opportunity to learn something about Prague, its history, monuments and the most famous places in the Czech Republic. Our professional guides are able to perform all of our Prague tours in 6 languages (English, French, Spanish, German, Italian and Russian). We can also offer you tickets to boat cruises along the Vltava River. Don't miss the opportunity to visit one of the most beautiful cities in Europe through our Prague tours! We also offer Prague airport transfers and group transportation services.