Operation Anthropoid Tours & Lidice Village in Detail

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Window of the crypt where was last hideout and battle of 7 paratroopers — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Operation Anthropoid Tours & Lidice Village in Detail, photo 2 — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

Discover Prague, Lidice, and the story of Operation Anthropoid through a private WWII tour created for travellers who want real history, not a standard sightseeing route.

Choose from 3 options: a 4-hour Prague Operation Anthropoid tour, a 4-hour Lidice Memorial tour, or the full-day 8–9 hour Operation Anthropoid in Detail tour combining Prague, Lidice, memorials, and a traditional Czech meal.

Follow the story of Josef Gabčík, Jan Kubiš, Reinhard Heydrich, the assassination mission, the Czechoslovak resistance, Nazi reprisals, and the final stand of the paratroopers in the crypt of the Church of Saints Cyril and Methodius.

Each route connects meaningful historical sites, memorials, hidden places, and powerful human stories.

The experience is private and led by a licensed English-speaking guide with a strong personal passion for WWII history. Transport is by comfortable car, minibus, or bus depending on group size and option.

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At a glance

Duration: 4 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 19 people
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: Czech, Slovak, English
Operated by: Martina Gregorcova - Art of Your Travel Agency

Ages: Adults (18–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Private transportation
Included: Enthusiastic private licensed tour guide with extended knowledge about Czechoslovak resistance
Included: Tea and coffee: 1 drink per person, wine, beer, soft or coffe/tea

Not included

Not included: Tips if you enjoyed your tour!

Itinerary

Charles Bridge

Passing by

On a way to 1st stop will be possible to see the Charles Bridge from the car
Prague Castle

Passing by

There will be possible to see also the panorama of Prague Castle from the car on a way to the 1st stop
National Memorial To The Heroes Of The Heydrich Terror

30 min

English speaking enthusiastic tour guide will show the clients around the St. Cyril and Methodius Cathedral, point on spot where bodies were placed for identification after the battle was over, visit the crypt where is an exhibition of artefacts and photos and explain all what happened here on the 18th of June 1942.
St Cyril and St Methodius Cathedral

25 min

English speaking guide will bring the clients to St. Cyril and Methodius Cathedral to show the clients interesting points, where the last battle took place and secret entry to the crypt as well as how the Nazi army got downstairs to crypt at final minutes. On the opposite of the main entrance is a traditional Czech pub called "At the Paratroopers" where each tour participant will get a traditional shot of Becherovka liquor.
Dablicky Hrbitov

15 min

Clients will be driven to Dablice Cemetery to visit the mass grave of Czechoslovak patriots who were murdered by Nazis.
Kobylisy shooting range

15 min

Kobylisy shooting range is where many Czechoslovak patriots from the resistance were shot by Nazis these days a memorial to its victims. English speaking tour guide will tell very unique and interesting stories about other para-groups and people in the resistance, about less knows but still extremely brave acts and their absolute commitment to resist the Nazi regime!
Operation Anthropoid Memorial

25 min

Clients will be driven near by the Operation Anthropoid Memorial, where the assassination of Heydrich took place on the 27th May 1942. English speaking guide will not only show clients around and old pictures how the infamous Heydrich curve looked at that time, but also take you to a hidden lovely local pub for a pint of Czech traditional beer. After refreshing clients will be driven back to the city centre.
Stop 8

Passing by

On a way back to city centre clients will pass by Bulovka hospital in Prague 8, where Heydrich was taken right after the assassination attempt and where he also died on the 4th of June 1942.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Meeting point is outside the main entrance to Clarion hotel Prague Old Town, there is a parking lot where will be parked vintage Trabant 601 vehicle.

End point

Meeting point is outside the main entrance to Clarion hotel Prague Old Town, there is a parking lot where will be parked vintage Trabant 601 vehicle.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Options

Operation Anthropoid Tour in Detail (4hrs) off-the-beaten-tracks

4-hour Operation Anthropoid: Hidden Prague WWII route with Operation Anthropoid, Heydrich, resistance heroes, and rarely visited memorials.

Premium: WWII history tour with a licensed English-speaking guide, hidden Prague route, comfortable transport, expert storytelling.

Duration: 4 hours

1 drink per person

Original: Ďáblice Cemetery, Kobylisy Shooting Range, Heydrich’s Curve, Church of Saints Cyril and Methodius, and crypt.

Private car, van or bus

Anthropoid Hidden Prague: Hidden Anthropoid route through WWII Prague sites most visitors never see.
Operation Anthropoid & Lidice

Operation Anthropoid & Lidice: Full-day WWII trip linking Operation Anthropoid, Prague resistance sites, Lidice Memorial, the crypt, and a traditional meal.

Premium WW2 Tour: Premium full-day private WWII tour with a licensed English-speaking guide, comfortable transport, curated route, and expert s

Duration: 8 hours: Tour duration is btw 8-9 hours depending on traffic!

Traditional Czech Meal & Beer: Traditional Czech meal with one drink included: beer, wine, or soft drink.

Prague & Lidice Route: Heydrich’s Curve, Ďáblice Cemetery, Kobylisy Shooting Range, Lidice Memorial, House No. 116, Church, and crypt.

Private car, van or bus: Comfortable private transport arranged by car, minibus, or bus depending on group size.

Full-Day Anthropoid Expedition: Full WWII journey through Prague and Lidice, connecting resistance sites, Nazi reprisals, and the paratroopers’ final stand.
Lidice Village & Memorial

Lidice Village & Memorial: 4-hour private Lidice tour including the memorial, museum, former village site, New Lidice, and guided visit of House No. 116

Premium: Premium private WWII history tour with a licensed English-speaking guide, carefully planned route, comfortable transport, and

Duration: 4 hours

Not included

Private car, van or bus

Specialized Lidice WWII Tour: Rare standalone Lidice WWII tour covering the memorial, former village, New Lidice, museum, House No. 116, and Nazi reprisals