Prague Overview Tour / all tours are private

Duration: approx. 4hrs + 30mins free for coffee break (can be tailored to your schedule and interests). UNESCO World Heritage Site

Price: from 4.400 CZK (for 2 people)

The historic center of Prague stretches along both banks of the Vltava River. It is common for visitors to divide their sightseeing over two days. The two parts of the city are connected by the famous medieval Charles Bridge, decorated with Baroque statues.

On the left bank, Prague Castle dominates the skyline together with the Hradčany district, which takes its name from the castle (Hrad / a castle). Below the castle lies the picturesque Lesser Town (Malá Strana). On the right bank is the historic heart of the city, centered around Old Town Square with its famous Astronomical Clock. The right bank has always been the livelier and busier part of Prague.

In the 14th century, the Czech king and Holy Roman Emperor Charles IV expanded this area by founding a new district called the New Town. The name has remained to this day, even though it was “new” in the Middle Ages. It is true that during the 19th and 20th centuries the New Town was rebuilt more extensively than the rest of the historic center, which is why it offers not only historic monuments but also fine examples of Art Nouveau and avant-garde architecture.

The tour can therefore be adapted in both time and theme to suit each visitor. The most popular option consists of two four-hour tours, with an additional free half-hour break for coffee, tea, or a light snack. During this time, visitors can either walk through all four historic districts at a faster pace to gain an overall impression of the city’s size and richness, or choose a slower pace and devote one four-hour tour to each riverbank.

For more information or to adjust the itinerary to suit your preferences, feel free to contact me by email at betty@praguesteps.com or alzbeta.petrinova@gmail.com

Mindful Prague – a gentle journey into the soul of the city

Duration: approx. 4hrs + 30mins free for coffee break (can be tailored to your schedule and interests)

Price: from 4.400 CZK for 2 people + admission if selected

This mindful walking experience is designed for travelers who wish to feel rather than rush, to listen rather than collect landmarks, and to experience Prague as a living work of art. It’s not an ordinary sightseeing tour. It can serve as a complementary tour of Prague to the classic tour.

• secret courtyards and silent monasteries
• timeless gardens with breathtaking views
• stories of artists, mystics and rebels
• moments of stillness in the heart of the old city
• Prague is a city of music. There will also be excerpts of classical music by world-famous Czech composers

In a world that moves too fast, Prague invites you to slow down.

We walk through quiet streets, hidden gardens and sacred spaces, where history is not just told – it is felt.

Taste Czech Culture: Food, Beer & Sweet Delights

Duration: 4 hours

Price: 4.400 CZK per 2 to 4 people

Payment for food tasting: You may pay for food and drinks individually on the spot or choose a prepaid tasting for 1,500 CZK per person

Dietery restrictions: Please, inform me in advance of any dietary restrictions, vegetarian preferences, gluten-free diets, or abstinence from alcohol, so I can choose the appropriate venues.

Set off on a four-hour gourmet walking tour that will guide you through the very best of Czech cuisine – from recipes perfected over centuries to today’s contemporary food trends.

During the tasting experience, we will visit severalcarefully selected venues. You will discover not only new flavors, but also local dining customs and the stories of places that have survived every political regime, as well as cafés where Czech culture was shaped through lively debates.

You will sample traditional dishes paired with Czech beer, for which the country is famous worldwide. Who doesn’t know Pilsner Urquell – the original Pilsner lager?  Enjoy the way it should be: perfectly tapped, with care and passion.

The menu features classics of home-style Czech cooking such as svíčková -beef in a creamy vegetable sauce with bread dumplings, roast pork with dumplings and sauerkraut (vepřo knedlo zelo), or sweet dumplings filled with seasonal fruit, and much more.

Czech pastry-making, which gained international acclaim during the First Czechoslovak Republic (1918–1938), still thrives today. You will taste beloved desserts that remain popular despite modern trends: větrník, věneček, kremrole, laskonka, and the legendary rakvička (small casket). Yes, casket. Together with věneček (small wreath), they are commonly referred to as “funeral pastries”.

We will not forget the traditional chlebíček – an open-faced sandwich topped with potato salad and a hard-boiled egg, inseparable from celebrations, social gatherings, and even intermissions at the National Theatre. And to round off the experience, you may also enjoy high-quality slivovice, a plum brandy from the eastern region of Moravia.

This tour is ideal for anyone who wants to experience Czechia truly with all their senses.

Prague as a City of Art Walk

Duration: approx. 3 hrs (can be tailored to your schedule and interests)

Price: from 3.300 CZK (for 2 people) + admission to a selected cultural venue if this option is chosen.

This guided Art Walk introduces Prague as a truly artistic city. For centuries, Prague has been a vibrant cultural center, a place where architecture, music, and visual arts naturally intertwine.

This rich cultural life is reflected not only in the remarkable variety of architectural styles, but also in the abundance of sculptures and artworks found throughout public spaces. During the walk, we will explore this artistic diversity, visit places connected to famous musical works, and discover how art has shaped the city’s atmosphere over time.

The tour also includes a short visit to one of Prague’s local galleries, offering insight into its visual art scene — past or present, depending on the exhibition.

Jewish Heritage Walk

Duration: approx. 3,5 hrs (can be adapted to your time and interest)

Price: from 3.300 CZK (for 2 people) + admission to the synagogues 600 CZK per person (additionally Jerusalem synagogue 100 CZK)

Prague is unique for its exceptionally well-preserved Jewish heritage, including historic synagogues and the Old Jewish Cemetery, which survived the hardships of World War II. This tour offers an insight into the rich history, spirituality, and cultural legacy of Prague’s Jewish community.

During the walk, we will visit the Old-New Synagogue, the oldest active synagogue in Europe, and the Old Jewish Cemetery, founded in the 15th century and home to the grave of the renowned Rabbi Maharal, also known as Rabbi Löw. The tour also includes the Pinkas Synagogue, a deeply moving memorial to the local Jewish victims of the Holocaust, whose names cover the interior walls.

As the main Jewish landmarks are located within a compact area, the tour is easy and not physically demanding. Optionally, the itinerary can be extended to include the Jerusalem Synagogue, built in the early 20th century in a striking Moorish Revival style.

Art Nouveau and Avant-garde Architecture Walk

Duration: approx. 3 hrs (can be tailored to your schedule and interests)

Price: from 3.300 CZK (for 2 people) + admission to a selected cultural venue if this option is chosen

The tour can be extended to include a visit Museum of Cubism and Café with Cubist interior.

This walk focuses on the architecture of the late 19th century, a period when Prague underwent major urban redevelopment. Thanks to this transformation, many beautiful Art Nouveau buildings were constructed.

Just before World War I, a unique architectural style emerged in Prague – Czech Cubism – which is more commonly associated with painting, but here it was translated into architecture. After the war, a distinctive local style called Rondocubism developed.

Many of these buildings are enhanced with fascinating sculptural decorations and mosaics, making the city a true open-air gallery of innovative design.

Hidden Gardens in the Heart of Prague Walk

Duration: approx. 3 hrs (can be tailored to your schedule and interest)

Price: from 3.300 CZK (for 2 people) + admission to a selected cultural venue if this option is chosen.

Hidden historic gardens are among the most beautiful places in Prague. Many of them were designed by influential noble families on the sites of former vineyards, which is why they have retained their distinctive terraced layout and offer breathtaking views of the city. The gardens bring together three forms of art in a unique way – architecture, painted decoration of the sala terrena, and sculpture. This tour is an ideal choice for visitors who prefer quieter, less busy places away from the main tourist routes while remaining in the heart of the city. The gardens are open to the public from April until the end of October.

WWII and Life during Communism Walk

Between Two Totalitarian Regimes

Duration: approx. 3 hrs (can be tailored to your schedule and interests)

Price: from 3.300 CZK (for 2 people)

(The tour can be extended to include a visit to the Museum of Communism and legendary Café.)

This private tour offers an authentic journey through Czech modern history. The walk will take you to places and stories connected with two totalitarian regimes that fundamentally shaped the fate of Czechoslovakia and its people.

You will learn about the heroism and sacrifices of the Czechoslovak resistance during the Nazi occupation, as well as the harsh reality of life under the communist regime. We will visit the unique crypt of the Church of Saints Cyril and Methodius – the National Memorial to the Heroes of the Heydrich Terror, where the parachutists hid after the assassination of Reinhard Heydrich and where one of the most powerful stories in Czech history unfolded.

The tour highlights the historical continuity of resistance against oppression – from the student protests against the Nazi occupation in 1939 to the student march in November 1989, violently suppressed by the police, which became the catalyst for the Velvet Revolution and the fall of the communist regime in the country.

You will also become familiar with the fascinating life story of Václav Havel – a key figure of the Czech underground, a political prisoner, an internationally acclaimed playwright, and the first democratic president after the fall of communism. By arrangement, this part of the tour can also take place in a café frequently visited by Havel and other intellectuals and artists.

I will be happy to offer you not only professional historical insight, but also personal and family memories connected to these events.

Trips outside Prague

with a private driver and guide

Kutná Hora – from Silver Rush to Sacred Art

(additionally Empire-style Kačina Chateau and Romanesuqe St. James Church)

Duration: 6 hours (1 hour drive away from Prague)

Price: 9.500 CZK (1 to 6 people)

UNESCO World Heritage Site

Thanks to its rich silver deposits, Kutná Hora ranked among the most important cities in Europe during the Middle Ages and was the second most significant city of the Kingdom of Bohemia after Prague. At one point, up to one third of all silver mined in Europe came from this area. In the 13th century, the town experienced a true silver rush, during which the original mining settlement was transformed into one of the wealthiest and most prestigious cities of its time.

The city’s most prominent landmark is the Church of St. Barbara, the patron saint of miners, built by the same architects who worked on Prague Castle. Narrow streets leading toward the historic town square still recall Kutná Hora’s medieval origins and its former glory.

In the 17th century, a monumental Jesuit College was constructed; today it houses the GASK Gallery and attracts lovers of modern art from across the country. Art naturally extends into the adjacent gardens, where the terrace in front of the college, lined with Baroque statues, evokes the atmosphere of Prague’s Charles Bridge.

On the outskirts of Kutná Hora lies the world-famous Sedlec Ossuary, whose interior is uniquely decorated with human bones arranged into symbolic patterns. The tour also includes a visit to the oldest cathedral in Central Europe, rebuilt in the Baroque period by the brilliant architect Jan Blažej Santini, who masterfully combined the original Gothic structure with innovative Baroque aesthetics.

The excursion can be extended with a short visit to the Empire-style Kačina Château, located just a 10-minute drive away, as well as the Romanesque Church of St. James. A pleasant stop can be made at the Ruthardka restaurant with its garden, situated in the city’s oldest street of the same name.

Kutná Hora is located approximately one hour’s drive from Prague and is an ideal destination for a day trip.

For more information or to adjust the itinerary to suit your preferences, feel free to contact me by email at betty@praguesteps.com or alzbeta.petrinova@gmail.com

Czech Glass Workshops

Tradition, Art and Glassmaking Experience

Duration: 7 hours (90 mins away from Prague)

Price: 9.500 CZK (1 to 6 people 9.500 CZK with a private driver and private guide + admission approx. 300 CZK per person

On this trip, I will take you to the picturesque Lusatian Mountains (Lužické Hory), the heart of Czech glassmaking, where glass has been produced continuously since the Middle Ages. Over the centuries, this region has earned a worldwide reputation that it proudly maintains to this day through exceptional craftsmanship, creativity, and innovation.

During the tour, you will step into the world of glassmaking—not only as observers. Under the guidance of experienced master glassmakers, you will have the opportunity to try glassblowing yourself and experience firsthand the fascinating process of creating a unique work of art.

We will visit two prestigious glassworks whose bespoke luxury pieces are exported around the globe. Our first stop is Pačinek Glass, whose glass creations have appeared in the film Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery and have been crafted as trophies for sports teams such as the Philadelphia Eagles and the Nashville Predators. The visit includes a guided tour of the Crystal Temple, a unique gallery and spiritual space dedicated to the work of the Pačinek glassmaking family. A highlight is the tour of the glassworks itself, where you can watch glassmakers at work, as well as a stroll through the enchanting garden filled with monumental glass sculptures.

For lunch, we will stop at the nearby Ajeto Glassworks in Lindava. One of its co-founders was the world-renowned designer Bořek Šípek, who served as the chief architect of Prague Castle during the presidency of Václav Havel. Ajeto is behind numerous major projects, including the trophies for the Tour de France, and is now part of the Lasvit group—a global leader in creating large-scale lighting installations for luxury hotels and public spaces worldwide. While enjoying lunch, you can watch visitors trying their hand at glassblowing and, if you wish, decide to join in this unforgettable experience yourself.

Český Krumlov Castle, České Budějovice and Hluboká Chateau – the charm of the South Bohemia

Duration: Full day trip, 2hrs to the first destination. UNESCO World Heritage Site

Price: 13.500 CZK (for 1 to 6 people) with a private driver and private guide + admission to selected interiors

Join me on a journey to the popular South Bohemia region, located approximately a two-hour drive away, where we will visit three remarkable historical landmarks.

The highlight of the trip is the Český Krumlov Castle and Château, one of the most important monuments of European cultural heritage. The picturesque area below the castle, with its richly decorated burgher houses and narrow streets lining the Vltava River, has preserved its authentic medieval atmosphere to this day. The entire historic center of the town is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Nearby lies the university city of České Budějovice, founded by the Czech king in 1265. Its pride is a spacious historic square covering 1.7 hectares (4 acres), dominated by a historic town hall. In the winding streets of the city, you will find cozy cafés, and in the shade of the Dominican monastery you can taste beer from a local microbrewery located in a former salt warehouse.

The final stop is the elegant Hluboká nad Vltavou Château, surrounded by an extensive English-style park and complemented by an important art gallery housed in the former stables. Both Český Krumlov Castle and Hluboká Château offer visits to richly preserved historical interiors.

Thanks to its exceptional concentration of historical monuments and its picturesque landscape, South Bohemia ranks among the most popular holiday regions in the Czech Republic.

Litomyšl – Spa for the Soul

Duration: full day trip; two hours drive from Prague. UNESCO World Heritage Site

Price: 12.000 CZK for 1 to 6 people with a private driver and a guide + admission to selected interiors

Litomyšl, founded in 1259, is a remarkable place on the cultural map of the Czech Republic, celebrated for its sensitive dialogue between historical heritage and contemporary architecture. The town’s greatest pride is its Renaissance château, whose richly decorated interiors can be visited on guided group tours or, by prior arrangement, privately.

At the heart of Litomyšl lies a charming main square lined with well-preserved historic houses and arcades, home to boutique shops, cosy cafés, excellent restaurants, and small private galleries. A highlight of the visit is the Baroque Church of the Finding of the Holy Cross, an outstanding example of modern architectural revitalisation by renowned Czech architect Josef Pleskot, whose work can also be found at Prague Castle.

Another unique stop is the Portmoneum, the former home of art collector Josef Portman. Its interior walls are entirely painted by his close friend, visionary artist and writer Josef Váchal, offering a powerful and immersive view of his mystical perception of the world. Váchal’s artist books are considered among the most important achievements of 20th-century Czech graphic art.

Music lovers will appreciate a visit to the birthplace of Bedřich Smetana, one of the most celebrated composers of classical music and the author of the symphonic cycle Má vlast (My Homeland).

As a tribute to the composer, the prestigious international music festival Smetana’s Litomyšl is held every June, transforming the entire town into a true “spa for the soul” — a title coined by respected town’s former mayor after plans to establish a real thermal spa ultimately fell through.

An optional excursion leads to the nearby village of Osík, where the private contemporary art gallery White Box is located. This striking standalone pavilion set in a garden functions as both exhibition space and art depot encircling it, and can be visited by prior arrangement.

For lunch, I recommend the acclaimed restaurant Aplaus, known for its refined Czech cuisine and elegant atmosphere.

For more information or to adjust the itinerary to suit your preferences, feel free to contact me by email at betty@praguesteps.com or alzbeta.petrinova@gmail.com

Terezín Memorial / WWII Camp & Litoměřice

Duration: 6 hours

Price: 8.000 CZK for 1 to 6 people with a private driver and private guide + admission to Memorial

The tour of the Terezín Memorial includes a visit to the so-called Small Fortress, which from 1940 served as a prison of the Prague Gestapo for opponents of the Nazi régime and the town itself. In 1941, the latter was transformed into a Jewish ghetto to which Jews from the former Protectorate of Bohemia and Moravia and from other European countries were deported.

The tour also features an exhibition dedicated to the artistic work of imprisoned professional artists, whose activities were to a limited extent tolerated as part of Nazi propaganda. Visitors not only gain insight into the tragic history of the town during the WWII, but also have the opportunity to admire the unique military architecture of this late-18th-century fortress town.

The tour may be complemented by a short visit to the nearby town of Litoměřice (just a 10-minute drive away), known for its picturesque square lined with Renaissance buildings.

For more information or to adjust the itinerary to suit your preferences, feel free to contact me by email at betty@praguesteps.com or alzbeta.petrinova@gmail.com