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Prague, Dresden, and the Castles of Bohemia: A Spectacular Cruise on the Elbe and Vltava Rivers

PRAGUE - STECHOVICE - SLAPY - MELNIK - PRAGUE

Discover the many hidden treasures of Bohemia on this exclusive itinerary. Reconnect with nature on excursions to top destinations set in idyllic landscapes along the Elbe and Vltava Rivers. We’ll visit Prague and Dresden, authentic cities that exude charm and boast a rich cultural and architectural history. The castles of Bohemia, symbols of the nobility and aristocracy, house many surprising works of art.

Trip code : PGP_PP

Duration : 6 days

Destination :

Travel Dates :2022/2023

THE CROISIEUROPE DIFFERENCE

  • All meals included - DRINKS INCLUDED with meals and at the bar
  • Refined French cuisine - Gala dinner and evening - Welcome cocktail
  • Free Wi-Fi onboard
  • Headsets are included for excursions
  • Official welcome from the captain and crew
  • Onboard activities
  • Travel assistance and repatriation insurance
  • All port fees included

  • A luxury cruise on an authentic paddle riverboat ONLY WITH CROISIEUROPE
  • Cruising on the Elbe and Vltava Rivers, an exclusive itinerary
  • Discover(1)
    • Prague, the Golden City
    • The castles of Bohemia: Konopiste Castle, a former hunting lodge of the Habsburgs, and the Renaissance-style Nelahozeves Castle with its private artwork collection.
    • The birthplace of Antonin Dvorak, the famous Czech composer
    • Dresden, the “Florence of the Elbe” and its Royal Palace

DAY 1

Passengers are welcome to board at 6:00 p.m. in Prague. In the evening, we’ll introduce our crew at a welcome cocktail. We'll enjoy dinner on board.

We’ll spend the morning cruising the Vltava to Stechovice. Nestled in peaceful surroundings, the Vltava River reveals its bucolic landscapes and natural beauty. Once known for its gold mines, Stechovice is now famous for its traditional handmade pottery. In the afternoon, join us for an excursion to Konopiste Castle. Located in an idyllic setting, this 13th-century fortress—entirely renovated in the 18th century—was the Habsburg's hunting lodge. In addition to its sumptuously decorated apartments, the castle is home to an impressive collection of medieval weapons and armor that once belonged to Archduke Franz Ferdinand of Austria. The castle was his last abode prior to his assassination in Sarajevo in 1914. Enjoy an evening of entertainment on board.

We'll cruise on the beautiful Vltava River to the Slapy dam. We’ll follow the winding river lined with hillsides on each bank and catch glimpses of castles in romantic, restful landscapes so typical of central Bohemia. The Slapy Reservoir is a popular vacation spot for residents of Prague, offering water sports and numerous recreational activities. We’ll return to Prague at the end of the afternoon. Enjoy an evening of traditional entertainment on board.

DAY 4

Join us this morning for a guided tour of the Old Town in Prague. Stare Mesto dates back more than 1,000 years and is one of the most important places in Bohemian history. As you stroll through the city’s narrow streets, you’ll discover many points of interest, including the Jewish quarter, the old town hall and its famous astronomical clock, the Gothic church of Our Lady before Tyn, and the Charles Bridge. We’ll enjoy lunch on board. In the afternoon, join us for a guided tour of the Prague Castle district: Palaces, churches, and convents stand harmoniously in the vicinity of the castle, sitting high on a hill watching over the city. We’ll discover St. Vitus Cathedral, the largest and most important church in the country and one of the most prestigious Gothic cathedrals in Europe; the Old Royal Palace; and the Golden Lane, named after the goldsmiths that thrived there during the 17th century. The rest of the evening is yours to do as you please.

DAY 5

We’ll spend the morning cruising to Melnik, at the confluence of the Elbe. We’ll enjoy lunch on board. This afternoon, join us for a tour of Nelahozeves Castle and the birth house of Antonin Dvorak. We’ll visit one of the most beautiful Renaissance castles in Bohemia that was home to 23 different Bohemian queens and princesses. The castle walls are elaborately adorned with Italian-style stucco and wall paintings depicting scenes from the Old Testament and Greek mythology. It is also home to a rich, private collection of furniture and paintings—including works by Rubens, Velazquez, and many others—all belonging to the Lobkowicz family, the oldest and most eminent Bohemian noble family. We’ll discover the luxurious lifestyle of the Bohemian nobility during the Baroque period. At the end of our tour, you’ll enjoy tasting a selection of wines from the castle’s vineyard. Nelahozeves is the birthplace of Antonin Dvorak. During our visit to the house in which he was born, we’ll discover the life and works of one of the greatest composers of the 19th century, the man who composed the famous “New World Symphony.”

The rest of the evening is yours to do as you please.

Join us for a full-day excursion to Dresden, a fantastic city known as the “Florence of the Elbe.” A relatively recent city with Slavic origin, Dresden became the capital of the Margravate of Meissen in the 13th century and the seat of the Dukes of Saxony in the 15th century. Dresden offers a wide variety of attractions, including magnificent promenades on the bank of the Elbe, fascinating museums, monuments, and charming details. We’ll have lunch in a local restaurant. In the afternoon, join us for a guided tour of the Royal Palace, the former residence of the Saxon Dukes and Electors and the Kings of Saxony. Today, we can revel in the splendor of its architecture and its collections, including the historic Green Vault, which contains the largest collection of treasures in Europe. After our excursion, we’ll return on board the ship

Our ship will leave early in the morning. Once we arrive, we’ll leave on an excursion to the Elbe Sandstone Mountains. We’ll discover Königstein Fortress, perched on top of a plateau overlooking the river below. We’ll then stop at the Bastei rock formation towering above the Elbe and formed by water erosion over one million years ago. After our excursion, we’ll return on board the ship. Tonight is our festive gala evening

DAY 8

Our ship will leave early in the morning. Enjoy breakfast on board this morning before disembarking at 10:00 a.m.

FAQ & Travel Blog

Your cruise with all meals from dinner the first evening to breakfast on the final day - all onboard beverages (not including the special lists) - accommodations in a double-occupancy, climate-controlled cabin with shower in private bathroom - onboard activities - welcome cocktail - gala evening - assistance from our onboard, multi-lingual host/hostess - emergency/repatriation insurance - all port fees.

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CLASSIC EXCURSIONS PACKAGE - 2022

Included in tour package Konopiste Castle Guided tour of Prague: Old Cit Guided tour of Prague: Castle District Nelahozeves Castle and birthplace of Antonin Dvorak Dresden, the “Florence

PRICE PER PERSON

Pre-paid : 702 AUD

On-board : 821 AUD

CLASSIC
CLASSIC EXCURSIONS PACKAGE - 2023

Included in tour package Konopiste Castle Guided tour of Prague: Old Cit Guided tour of Prague: Castle District Nelahozeves Castle and birthplace of Antonin Dvorak Dresden, the “Florence

PRICE PER PERSON

Pre-paid : 739 AUD

On-board : 863 AUD

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Pre-paid : 117 AUD

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Dresden, the “Florence of the Elbe" and the Royal Palace- 2023

Full-day excursion to Dresden, a fantastic city known as the “Florence of the Elbe.” A relatively recent city with Slavic origin, Dresden became the capital of the Margravate of Meissen in

DURATION 10:00 hours

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Pre-paid : 256 AUD

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Nelahozeves Castle and birthplace of Antonin Dvorak- 2023

Join us for a tour of Nelahozeves Castle and the birth house of Antonin Dvorak. We’ll visit one of the most beautiful Renaissance castles in Bohemia that was home to 23 different Bohemian queens

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Pre-paid : 158 AUD

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Guided tour of Prague: Old City- 2023

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Pre-paid : 91 AUD

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PRICE PER PERSON

Pre-paid : 245 AUD

On-board : 272 AUD

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DURATION 04:00 hours

PRICE PER PERSON

Pre-paid : 156 AUD

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