Prague is a magical city which casts a spell over its visitors. The city of a hundred spires was mercifully saved from mass destruction during World War II and is one of the best preserved mediaeval cities in Europe.
Prague is built on several hills and lies on either side of the River Vltava. Hradcany (the castle area) is dominated by the Castle and St Vitus Cathedral, lending a real mediaeval atmosphere to this side of the city.
The main city square of Prague is situated in the Staré Mesto (old town) area and is the location of the famous Astronomical Clock and many interesting shops and cafés. The other main area is Wenceslas Square, which leads on to Na Príkope, the city's main shopping street.
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Accommodation
As the UK's leading school tour operator, we offer a first rate choice of accommodation to suit all requirements and budgets. Should the accommodation you prefer not be featured in our programme, please do not hesitate to contact us.
Modern multi-storey building, with bright spacious accommodation and good access to the city centre.
Official Rating: 3 Star
Capacity: 314 Rooms
Location: Easy access to the centre of Prague by tram, approximately 10 minutes.
Facilities: Buffet style Restaurant, Meeting Rooms (pre booking required, supplement applies), Bar, currency exchange, souvenir shop, own car park. Bowling in neighbouring Olympik Tristar Hotel (pre booking required).
Accommodation: Students are accommodated up to three to a room. All rooms have private facilities, TV and telephone.
Meal Basis: Half Board.
STS also uses the neighbouring sister hotel, the Olympik Tristar.
Hotel Juno
Conveniently located in a residential area of Prague providing quick access to the city centre.
Official Rating: 3 Star
Capacity: 600
Location: Only 15 minutes by underground train from Strasnicka station to the centre of Prague.
Facilities: Large restaurant, lounge and two bars.
Accommodation: Rooms accommodate up to three pupils. All have private facilities and satellite TV.
Meal Basis: Half Board.
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Sample Itinerary - 7 DAYS TO PRAGUE BY COACH
Day 1 — Depart UK by coach, overnight travel to Prague.
Day 2 — Arrive in Prague late afternoon for evening meal (first included meal).
Days 3 - 5 — Explore Prague and surroundings (see Excursion Selection).
Day 6 — At leisure for City sightseeing. due to drivers hours regulations your coach will not be available for use. The city can be explored using public transport and on foot. Depart in the late afternoon.
Day 7 — Arrive in UK.
Sample Itinerary - 5 DAYS TO PRAGUE BY AIR
Day 1 — London to Prague by Air. Transfer to your accommodation included in the tour price.
Day 2 — Full day guided walking tour of Prague. Visit the castle district, Charles Bridge, the Old Town, the Jewish quarter and New Town. Entrance fees to the castle, St.Vitus cathedral, Jewish museum and Old New Synagogue are included in your tour price. Return journey to your hotel by public transport (cost not included).
Day 3 — Half day guided tour to Terezín, a prison and transit camp for Jews sent to concentration camps. Entrance to the ghetto museum is included in your tour price.
Day 4 — Half day guided tour of Karlstejn Castle, 30kms from Prague, the castle was built in the 14th century by Emperor Charles IV as a country retreat to house his jewels. Entrance to the castle is included in your tour price.
Day 5 — Airport transfer to connect with your return flight to the UK.
Please note that our tour includes coach transportation, guides and entrance fees.
Meal Arrangements
Half Board (By Coach):
First Meal - Evening meal on Day 2.
Final Meal - Breakfast on the Day 6.
Half Board (By Air):
First Meal - Evening meal on Day 1.
Final Meal - Breakfast on the final day.
History & Landmarks Hradcany Castle - with an imposing position above the city. The castle has many courtyards and gardens for your group to explore. The Changing of the Guard also takes place every day at noon.
St Vitus Cathedral - this magnificent cathedral with its neo-Gothic towers, is situated in the Third Courtyard of the castle and is steeped in history. Also in the Castle district are the Royal Palace, St George's Basilica, St George's Monastery and the Golden Lane with its small coloured houses. There is a panoramic view of the city from the castle hill.
Charles Bridge - spanning the River Vltava lined with an outstanding collection of statues. This bridge takes its name from King Charles IV and is a popular spot for many artists at work.
The Old Town - famous for its mediaeval and Baroque-style buildings. Visit the Town Hall with its Gothic tower and The Astronomical Clock, a fascinating piece which shows the movement of the sun, moon and the signs of the zodiac.
Jewish Quarter - also known as 'Josefov', this is the smallest area of Prague, situated in the Old Town where the Jews settled in the 10th Century. This area is the birth place of Franz Kafka. The Jewish Cemetery is one of the most outstanding sites, with more than 12,000 tombstones and a memorial to the Jews who perished at the hands of the Nazis in WWII.
Church of St Mikulas - the most important Baroque building in the city.
Wenceslas Square - originally the horse market, the square is now the hub of Prague and home to the cultural, social and business life of the city.
Art Galleries & Museums National Gallery - historical and archeological displays and the interior of the building itself has is magnificent.
City of Prague Museum - charts the History of Prague from earliest times.
Special Interest Staropramen Brewery, Prague - Guided tour of production process.
Cerge-ei, Prague - The centre for economic research and graduate education of Charles University.
The Military Historical Institute - includes the Army Museum, the Aviation Museum and the Military Technical Museum.
The Jewish Museum Collections - Collection of Metal works, textiles, paintings, rare prints and manuscripts.
Museum of Communism - Charting the Czechoslovakia and Prague history of Communism from 1921-1989.
Ruckl Glass Company, Nizbor - Guided tour of production process to include glass blowing and cutting.
Plzen - the second largest town in Bohemia, visit the old town and the church of St Bartholomew. Also worth a visit are the copper-topped Zapadoceske and the Skoda car museum.
Ceske Budejovice - founded in 1295, the town is best known as the home of Budweiser Budwar beer.
Koneprusy Caves - situated in Central Bohemia, in the middle of the nature reserve of Czech Karst. The caves originate in 400-million-year-old Devon calcite rocks, 70m under ground level, and over 2km long.
Karlovy Vary & Mariánské Lázne - a full day excursion to two elegant Bohemian spa towns. Karlovy Vary has some 60 thermal springs. It is built mainly in Baroque-style. The springs of Marianske Lazne date from the 16th Century.
Konopiste Castle - 40km from Prague, this haunting 17th-18th Century chateau is situated on the outskirts of Benesov and has a rococo interior plus an extensive weaponry collection.
Karlstejn Castle - built in the 14th Century, about 30km from Prague, this Bohemian castle towers above the village of Karlstejn. It was built by the Emperor Charles IV as a country retreat, to house his crown jewels.
World War II Lidice - on the 10th June 1942, the small farming community of Lidice situated 19km from Prague was razed to the ground by Nazis in revenge for the assassination of a top Nazi official. All the men in the village were shot and the women and children dragged off to concentration camps. There is a museum and gardens.
Terezín Ghetto - the Ghetto of Terezín has become a tragic symbol of WWII, being a prison and transit camp for Jews sent to concentration camps. The museum has been set up in memory of the many thousands who perished here in appaling conditions.
Leisure Black Light Theatres, Mimes and Magic Lantern Shows - based on music and have little or no spoken word.
National Marionette Theatre - traditional baroque stage mechanism, with marionette puppets and live actors.
Statni Opera Praha – mainsteam popular performances of opera and ballet.
Bowling River Cruise
Departing from your school by full specification coach, with 2 drivers, arriving at the centre on Day 2. Minimum group size: Coach tour price is based on 35 paying passengers. Supplements apply for smaller groups.
Standard Channel Crossing
Ferry: Dover to Calais: 1½ hours
Other channel crossings: Available at a supplementary charge.
Eurotunnel: Folkestone to Calais: 35 minutes platform to platform. Please note: we will be happy to quote for alternative ferry crossings.
4 day Air tour without excursions is based on a minimum of 30 paying passengers.
5 day Air tour including excursions is based on a minimum of 35 paying passengers.
Tour Length
4 days (without excursions) add extra days at the supplement.
5 days (with excursions included) extra days & excursions can be added upon request).
Sample Itinerary - 4 DAYS TO PRAGUE BY AIR
Day 1 — London to Prague by Air. Transfer to your accommodation included in the tour price.
Days 2-3 — Excursions of your choice.
Day 4 — Airport transfer for the flight to the UK.
Please note that excursions are not included in the tour price. The city can be explored by using the public transport system and by foot or we will quote for excursions which can be pre-booked before you travel.
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The main city square of Prague is situated in the Staré Mesto (old town) area and is the location of the famous Astronomical Clock and many interesting shops and cafés. The other main area is Wenceslas Square, which leads on to Na Príkope, the city's main shopping street.
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