Turn the wasted travel day into the highlight of your trip with stops at Karlštejn Castle, Pilsen Old Town and the UNESCO listed Regensburg on your journey from Prague to Nuremberg.
We had a private transfer and tour from Prague to Nuremberg, with stops at Karlstejn Castle, Pilsen and Regensburg. We are experienced travelers and fairly picky about tours. Marketa was knowledgeable, charming and flexible. She had insightful recommendations for stops, restaurants and things to focus on. I would highly recommend this service and Marketa to anyone.
This tour offers hotel pick-up. You will be picked up from your hotel, apartment, or any other pick-up point accessible by car.
We’ll walk up the hill to Karlštejn Castle, passing through a charming village before reaching the dramatic fortress and enjoying stunning countryside views.
What we'll do
We will walk up the hill to Karlštejn Castle’s courtyard. The castle sits on a steep hill and stays hidden from view until it suddenly appears high above you, creating a dramatic sight.
On the way up, we’ll pass through a small village at the base of the hill. The main road leading to the castle is lined with little shops and cafés, offering a great chance to take short breaks and enjoy the atmosphere.
Once we reach the top, we’ll be rewarded with beautiful views of the surrounding countryside, making the climb well worth it.
Please note!
Karlštejn Castle has seasonal opening hours and is closed on Mondays. When open, we visit the freely accessible courtyards. If it is closed, we still enjoy the surroundings below the castle or suggest a suitable alternative stop based on timing, road conditions, and visibility.
About Karlštejn Castle
Karlštejn Castle, built in the 14th century by Czech king and Holy Roman Emperor Charles IV, was designed as a fortified treasury to safeguard the royal treasures, sacred relics, and the Bohemian Crown Jewels. Strategically perched atop a steep hill, the castle was intended not only as a secure stronghold but also as a place of spiritual retreat for the emperor.
One of the most important and famous castles in Czechia, Karlštejn is a masterpiece of Gothic architecture, featuring massive fortifications, soaring towers, and beautifully decorated interiors. Among its highlights is the Chapel of the Holy Cross, once used to store the crown jewels and adorned with precious stones and stunning frescoes by Master Theodoric.
Walking through the castle’s courtyard feels like stepping back in time, as the medieval atmosphere, well-preserved structures, and breathtaking views over the countryside make Karlštejn a true historical gem and a must-visit site in Czechia.
Welcome to the birthplace of world famous Pilsner beer. We take a walk on the historic streets of Pilsen Old Town and visit the Brewery Museum.
What we'll do
During the tour we visit the Brewery Museum to learn more about the making of beer and why it is so important for Czechs. Pilsen city also has a charming Old Town with the beautiful St Bartholomew Cathedral , Town Hall , and the stunning Great Synagogue that you will see as we walk around in Pilsen. You will have a chance to taste Pilsner Urquell , the world famous beer during lunch (not included).
About Pilsen
Pilsen is Czech Republic’s fourth largest city with a population of about 170 000 people. Growing around a castle, Pilsen becomes a city in the 13th century. The city grows in importance in the 19th century when many important industries are founded here during industrialization of the Austria-Hungarian Empire. Most famous of them is Škoda Works. Today Pilsen’s fame comes from its beer - Pilsner Urquell, its brewery was also founded in the 19th century.
We'll stroll through Regensburg’s UNESCO-listed Old Town, admiring St. Peter’s Cathedral, crossing the historic Stone Bridge, and soaking in medieval architecture and river views.
What we'll do
We will stroll through Regensburg’s charming Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site where history comes to life at every turn. Our walk takes us to the magnificent St. Peter’s Cathedral, a masterpiece of Gothic architecture that dominates the city skyline.
As we wander through the cobblestone streets, we’ll soak in the historic atmosphere and admire the well-preserved medieval buildings that make Regensburg one of Germany’s most treasured cities. We’ll also cross the Stone Bridge, a remarkable 12th-century engineering feat that once served as the only way to traverse the Danube in this region.
With stunning views of Regensburg’s Old Town at every corner, this walk offers a perfect blend of history, architecture, and scenic beauty, all set within one of Europe’s most remarkable UNESCO-listed sites.
About Regensburg
Regensburg is a historically important city where three rivers—the Danube, Naab, and Regen—meet, making it a key crossroads for trade and travel throughout the centuries. Before modern bridges, crossing large rivers was difficult, but in the 12th century, the construction of a stone bridge over the Danube helped Regensburg grow into a wealthy trade center.
Remarkably, the city’s Old Town suffered little damage during World War II, preserving its rich medieval architecture and historic charm. Today, Regensburg’s well-preserved cityscape is recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, offering visitors a glimpse into its fascinating past while maintaining its lively atmosphere.
This tour offers hotel drop-off. Please provide your preferred drop-off location when making the booking.
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.
This was a brilliant experience. Petra was a superstar, smooth driving and very informative. We would do it again.
Jana and Abdul from Sidetrip Tours are both credits to the company. Communication was excellent. Pickup and drop off were exactly on time and their friendliness, politeness and professionalism were top notch. Thank you for a great experIence.
We are so glad we chose this tour to travel from Prague to Nuremberg. Along the way we were able to see a beautiful castle, had lunch in Pilsen where Pilsner beer originated, as well as the charming town of Regensberg. Pavlina made our trip enjoyable with her vast knowledge plus lots of recommendations for the rest of our trip. Would highly recommend this tour!
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.
This tour offers hotel drop-off. Please provide your preferred drop-off location when making the booking.
Yes, this is a one-way tour ending in Nuremberg. Please note that the tour does not take you back to Prague.
The planned duration of this tour is 10 hours. For the safety of our passengers and drivers, we are unable to accommodate requests to extend this duration.
Yes, this tour offers hotel pick up and drop off. Please provide us with your address while making your booking.
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 Pilsen. 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.
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