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 Munich.
William was prompt with our pickup at our Prague hotel. He was very friendly, accommodating and knowledgeable. I highly recommend him for anyone going on this sidetriptour from Prague to Munich
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’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 (optional) 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 one of the Czech Republic’s most important historic and cultural cities. Founded in 1295, it grew into a key trading and industrial center. The city gained even greater importance in the 19th century during the industrialization of the Austro-Hungarian Empire, with the founding of major industries such as the famous Škoda Works.
Today, Pilsen is world-famous as the birthplace of Pilsner beer, first brewed in 1842 at the Pilsner Urquell Brewery. Visitors can still experience this brewing tradition firsthand, touring historic breweries and sampling some of the world’s most iconic beers.
Beyond its brewing heritage, Pilsen boasts a beautifully preserved old town, centered around Republic Square that is dominated by the gothic St. Bartholomew’s Cathedral and the Renaissance Town Hall.
With its lively cultural scene, historic architecture, and world-renowned beer, Pilsen offers a perfect mix of tradition, history, and modern life.
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 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 in Munich is at Rindermarkt 5, near Marienplatz.
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 had a fantastic time on our private tour transport from Prague to Munich. Our drive, John was professional, curious, and knowledgeable. We loved all of the stops and it made the drive much more enjoyable to stop and take in sites along the way. We would definitely book through side trip again I. The future.
Our family loved our Sidetrip. Because we did a private trip they allowed to swap out a location so we could stop at a location my family dearly wanted to see. William was knowable and friendly. He even suggested to see something that was close to our requested stop to add to our trip. I whole heartedly recommend Sidetrip!
Nicolai was a great tour guide and safe driver. It was a perfect way to travel in comfort and enjoyment whole getting to know interesting places. Strongly recommend.
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 Hilton Prague Old Town at V Celnici 2079/7, Prague. Your guide will meet you at this location.
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 in Munich is at Rindermarkt 5, near Marienplatz.
Yes, this is a one-way tour ending in Munich. Please note that the tour does not take you back to Prague.
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 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.
All reviews below are actual reviews received from past travelers on this Prague to Munich One-Way Transfer Tour. You can also see our overall reviews on Tripadvisor or Google.
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