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Karlovy Vary & Crystal Factory Tours (from Prague)
| Tour Description | The city was founded in the 14th century by the Czech king and Roman Emperor Charles IV. According to legend, the Emperor had the city built soon after the accidental discovery of thermal springs by his hunting entourage. Karlovy Vary continually became a frequent place for significant gatherings. The spa hosted the great names of science, politics and art of the 19th century, including Beethoven, Franz Josef I., Paganini, Chopin, Mozart, Freud and many others. Today there are 12 hot springs in use here, and you get the chance to taste them. The best-known spring is named Vřídlo - the Sprudel, which spouts its curative water to a height of 17 m. If you wish you can go swimming in the Thermal hotel swimming pool (which is built into the cliff above the city; the swimming pool water composition: 1/3 Karlovy Vary hot spring water, 2/3 fresh drinking water). We also recommend visiting the world-famous Moser glassworks. You will learn more about mouth blowing into moulds and product hand shaping. The guided tours in Moser glassworks take place Monday to Friday. On the weekends we can visit the Becherovka (famous liquer) museum as an alternative. |
| Location | 130 km / 2 hour drive northwest of Prague (direction Germany - Cologne) |
| Sights to See | Karlovy Vary - historical center |
| Interiors | Carlsbad Colonnades with hot mineral springs, Moser Glassworks , Becherovka Museum |
| Availability From-To | All year round |
| Departure Time and Location | We will pick you up at agreed place and time; most likely at the reception of your hotel. To be specified in the lower order form. |
| Duration | 10 hours |
| Return Location | In Prague, we can finish the tour / drop you off anywhere you wish. |
| Means of Transportation | Walking and/or Driving - Car, Van, Minibus, Bus |
| Required Walking Ability | Low |
| Additional Info | The glassworks tour lasts approx. 40 minutes and the fee is CZK 90 per person. Students pay CZK 45. A group of less than 4 people pays CZK 300. |
| Price Info 10 Hour Tour |
Driver-Guide & Car1-3 People | Driver-Guide & Van4-6 People | Guide + Mercedes&Driver1-2 People | Entrance Fees(per person) | |
| CZK / EUR / USD | 7000 / 292 / 407 | 8000 / 333 / 465 | 12000 / 500 / 698 | 250 / 10 / 15 | |
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