Turn the wasted travel day into the highlight of your trip with stops at two UNESCO-listed historic towns – Olomouc and Litomyšl on your journey from Krakow to Prague.
Jonathan was fantastic. Very knowledgeable and very easy to get along with. So happy to have taken this side trip. We saw so many things that we would have had no access to other than via the side trip. I would recommend this way of inter destination travel to everyone. Thanks
This tour offers hotel pick-up for private bookings. You will be picked up from your hotel, apartment, or any other pick-up point accessible by car. Please check the "Meeting Point" section for open group tour departures.
We will explore Olomouc’s picturesque Old Town, admiring its Astronomical Clock, stunning Baroque architecture, and the UNESCO-listed Holy Trinity Column.
What we'll do
We will explore the Old Town of Olomouc, where stunning Renaissance and Baroque architecture creates a truly picturesque setting. As we wander through the Upper and Lower Squares, we’ll admire the impressive Town Hall, featuring Olomouc’s unique Astronomical Clock. If we’re lucky, we might even witness the fascinating mechanical show the clock puts on.
The true crown jewel of Olomouc is the UNESCO-listed Holy Trinity Column, a magnificent 18th-century Baroque monument and the largest structure of its kind in the world. This intricately decorated column, adorned with religious sculptures and symbols, stands as a testament to faith and artistic mastery, making it one of the city's most iconic landmarks.
After soaking in the city’s historic charm and architectural treasures, we’ll take a well-deserved lunch break (not included) before continuing our journey to the next destination.
About Olomouc
Nestled in the heart of the Czech Republic, Olomouc Old Town is a treasure trove of history and architectural wonders. With origins dating back to the 10th century, the city has played a pivotal role in Central European history, once serving as a seat of power and culture.
The town's rich history is reflected in the well-preserved medieval and Baroque architecture, where Gothic cathedrals, Renaissance palaces, and charming cobblestone streets create a timeless atmosphere.
The true centerpiece of Olomouc is the UNESCO-listed Holy Trinity Column, an awe-inspiring Baroque masterpiece from the early 18th century. Erected as a symbol of faith and resilience, it commemorates the city’s survival through plagues and wars, standing as one of the most impressive monuments of its kind.
Another must-see is the Astronomical Clock, a fascinating blend of artistry and history. Originally crafted in the 15th century, it was reconstructed in the 1950s in the Socialist Realism style and continues to captivate visitors with its intricate carvings and mesmerizing hourly show.
We'll explore the Czech town of Litomyšl, visiting its UNESCO-listed Renaissance château, walking through former monastery gardens, and discovering the historic main square.
What we'll do
We’ll experience the authentic charm of the small Czech town of Litomyšl, far from the usual tourist crowds—where you’ll likely be among the only foreign visitors. Our visit begins at the town’s crown jewel, the UNESCO-listed Litomyšl Castle, one of the finest Italian-style Renaissance chateaux east of the Rhine, famous for its distinctive sgraffito decorations. Right next to the castle, music lovers can also see the birthplace of the renowned Czech composer Bedřich Smetana.
We’ll then continue to the former monastery gardens below the castle, offering peaceful views over the town’s rooftops from the old limestone ramparts. Afterward, we’ll descend to Litomyšl’s impressive main square—the longest in the Czech Republic—lined with elegant façades, medieval arcades, and a lively mix of cafés, shops, museums, and galleries that form the vibrant heart of the old town.
About Litomyšl
Located in eastern Bohemia, Litomyšl is a picturesque Czech town with a rich history dating back to the Middle Ages. Its crown jewel is the magnificent Litomyšl Castle, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the finest examples of Italian-style Renaissance architecture in Central Europe. Built in the 16th century and famous for its ornate sgraffito façades, the castle stands as a symbol of the town’s cultural importance. Litomyšl is also the birthplace of the celebrated Czech composer Bedřich Smetana, whose legacy continues to shape the town’s artistic spirit today.
Beyond the castle, Litomyšl charms visitors with its former monastery gardens, scenic viewpoints along the old city walls, and one of the longest historic main squares in the Czech Republic. The square is lined with elegant Baroque and Classicist façades, medieval arcades, cafés, shops, galleries, and museums, creating a lively yet relaxed atmosphere. With its blend of history, music, architecture, and small-town charm, Litomyšl offers a truly authentic Czech experience.
This tour offers hotel drop-off for private bookings. Please provide your preferred drop-off location when making the booking.
If you book the open group tour then the drop-off is in front of Hilton Prague Old Town hotel (V Celnici 2079/7, Prague).
Want to personalize this trip? When booking a private transfer, tell us your itinerary and start time preferences and we'll do everything we can to accomodate your request. Note: open group tours cannot be customized.
We debated whether we would take a train or bus for our holiday transfer. We saw the Sidetrio tour link while doing our travel plans and decided to give it a go….. initially we thought it would be a long drive, but we were surprised! We were picked up by Stepan who was really welcoming and informative. On our two stops he walked and talked us through historical points of both towns. His driving was excellent and he took us through picturesque views along the way, which made the time go quicker. Stepan gave us advice and tips on where to go and what to see whilst in Prague but was also able to give us tips about the rest of our travels. We’ve got another sidetrio planned which we are looking forward to! Side trip tours are a great alternative to our transfers and getting a driver/guide like Stepan made it an even better journey!
Our driver and guide, Stepan, was amazing! The whole communication process was seamless and he made the journey so interesting with various historical facts and personal recommendations on where and what to eat at every stop.. Definitely recommended!!!
Our first side trip from Krakow to Prague was great, such a good way to travel between cities & stop at the two key towns between. Our guide was awesome, we loved his low key approach and that he gave us just the right amount of information/history (not too much like many yours). I’d definitely recommend this way of travelling. Also the van was super comfy & spacious
This tour offers hotel pick-up only for private bookings. For private bookings, you will be picked up from your hotel, apartment, or any other pick-up point accessible by car. Please provide your preferred pick-up location when making the booking.
For open group tours, hotel pick-up is not available. The group tour meeting point is in front of Radisson Blu Hotel at Floriana Straszewskiego 17, Kraków. Your guide will meet you at this location.
This tour offers hotel drop-off for private bookings only. Please provide your preferred drop-off location when making the booking.
If you book the open group tour then the drop-off is in front of Hilton Prague Old Town hotel (V Celnici 2079/7, Prague).
Yes, this is a one-way tour ending in Prague. Please note that the tour does not take you back to Kraków.
The planned duration of this tour is 9-10 hours. For the safety of our passengers and drivers, we are unable to accommodate requests to extend this duration.
Hotel pick-up and drop-off are only available when booking this tour as a private tour for a single group. Open group tours have a fixed meeting point and drop-off location.
Yes! We have space for luggage, similar to common airline baggage allowances. There is no extra charge for luggage that meets these criteria:
If you your luggage requires special consideration, please contact us.
Lunch is not included in the tour price but a lunch break is scheduled in Olomouc. Kindly let our tour leader know if you have any special dietary needs that we should take in account.
Yes! With a maximum of 8 people in each group, our guide can make sure that the pace of the tour is suitable for everyone. Just note that the tour does include some walking at the stops.
If you cancel more than 48 hours before the tour, your booking is fully refunded*. If you cancel less than 48 hours before the tour or in the case of a no-show, no refund is issued.
*Please note, that the credit card processing fee (1.5-3%, up to 5.9% if you paid by Paypal) charged by the third-party payment provider will not be refunded.
All reviews below are actual reviews received from past travelers on this Krakow to Prague One-Way Transfer Tour.
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