Secrets of Cesky Krumlov

10 hours Free cancellation Private tour

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About this activity

Český Krumlov is more than a town—it is a living medieval fairy-tale, honoured as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. As you wander its narrow streets, grand castle courtyards and atmospheric squares, you will feel like a hero of a historical novel. On this exclusive private tour with a professional guide, you will explore hidden corners, uncover legends and secrets, and enjoy the finest panoramic views that leave an unforgettable impression.

Exclusive route – covers all key sites plus secret spots unknown to most visitors

Legends and mystical tales – hear the secrets that animate every house, bridge and street

Best photo viewpoints – your guide reveals the most spectacular angles of the city

Personal professional guide – just you and your guide, no group, for maximum comfort and a truly bespoke experience

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At a glance

Duration: 10 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–7
Guide: English
Operated by: Tripola

Ages: Infants (0–2 years) · Children (3–12 years) · Adults (13–95 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Professional guide
Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle
Included: Tailor-made tour programme
Included: Hotel pick-up and drop-off

Not included

Not included: Lunch
Not included: All third party activities (entrance fee to the castle)

Itinerary

The Castle Garden

20 min

We begin with a stroll through the castle’s magnificent gardens. Discover which modern building at the garden’s centre places Český Krumlov’s UNESCO status at risk, and enjoy the postcard vistas that inspire painters and photographers worldwide.
Cesky Krumlov Castle

40 min

Prepare for total immersion in the life of the second-largest castle complex in the Czech Republic.

Walk through all five courtyards

Hear the legend of the bear moat and meet the live “guardians of the castle”

Unlock the secrets of the 17th-century Baroque theatre, an engineering marvel of Europe

Visit the finest viewing terraces overlooking the town’s rooftops and the loops of the Vltava
Historic Center of Cesky Krumlov

30 min

Wander cobbled lanes steeped in 16th-century ambience, admire superb Renaissance façades and hear the city’s most shocking, tragic tale—about the barber’s daughter Markéta and her mad lover Don Julius, son of the Austrian emperor.
Church of St. Vitus

10 min

Step inside the town’s principal Gothic church. Learn why noble families once buried their hearts here apart from their bodies, and study the unique interior where Gothic meets Baroque.
Historic Centre of Cesky Krumlov

10 min

Climb to one of the Czech Republic’s most picturesque lookouts. Your guide recounts the story of Český Krumlov from its founding to today and explains how the town’s name is tied to the river bend and the legend of the “crooked meadow.”
Svornosti Square

10 min

We finish on the main square. Discover which noble families ruled Český Krumlov and why the rose emblem adorns the town, reflecting its coat-of-arms history and romantic lore. A perfect spot for farewell photos and a last look at the fairy-tale city.