Karlštejn Castle Private Day Trip from Prague

  • 5 hours
  • up to 7
  • Czech Republic · 35 km from Prague
  • 5.0★ on Google
Karlštejn Castle Private Day Trip from Prague

Escape the city for half a day to the spectacular 14th-century Karlštejn Castle, built by Emperor Charles IV to guard the crown jewels and perched dramatically above the Berounka river valley. The closest and easiest castle trip from Prague — perfect if you only have a morning or an afternoon free.

from €330for 1 passenger · price depends on group size (1–7 people)

Tour highlights

  • Gothic castle founded in 1348 by Charles IV
  • Scenic drive through the Bohemian Karst countryside
  • Village street full of cafés, glass shops and beer gardens
  • Optional stop at the Koněpruse Caves or Svatý Jan pod Skalou

Sample itinerary

  1. 09:00Pickup at your Prague hotel or apartment

  2. 09:45Arrive in Karlštejn village

  3. 10:00Walk up to the castle, optional guided castle tour

  4. 12:30Lunch in the village (free time)

  5. 13:30Optional extra stop on the way back

  6. 14:00Back in Prague at your door

Timings are flexible — tell your driver what you'd like to change.

What's included

  • Private car with English-speaking driver
  • Hotel or apartment pickup and drop-off in Prague
  • Fuel, tolls, parking and VAT
  • Bottled water and free Wi-Fi on board
  • Flexible stops along the way

Not included

  • Entrance tickets and guided tours at the sights
  • Food and drinks
  • Licensed walking guide (can be arranged on request)

Price by group size

PersonsTotal price
1€330
2€380
3€395
4€420
5€435
6€450
7+€510

Booking for more than 7 people? Send us an enquiry for a group quote.

Karlštejn Castle day trip — questions

How long is the Karlštejn Castle day trip from Prague?

About 5 hours in total, with pickup and drop-off at your hotel or apartment in Prague. Karlštejn Castle is 35 km from Prague. The itinerary on this page is a sample — your driver adjusts the timing to suit you.

How much does a private Karlštejn Castle day trip cost?

The price is for the whole private car, not per person: €330 for 1 person, €380 for 2 people, €395 for 3 people, €420 for 4 people, €435 for 5 people, €450 for 6 people, €510 for 7+ people. With 7 people that is about €73 each. For more than 7 people, send us an enquiry for a group quote.

What is included in the price?

Private car with English-speaking driver, hotel or apartment pickup and drop-off in Prague, fuel, tolls, parking and VAT, bottled water and free Wi-Fi on board, flexible stops along the way.

Are entrance tickets and food included?

No. Not included: entrance tickets and guided tours at the sights, food and drinks, licensed walking guide (can be arranged on request).

Can we change the plan or add stops?

Yes. It's a private trip, so flexible stops along the way are included and the timing is yours — just tell your driver.

Is a guide included?

Your driver speaks English and takes care of the driving. A licensed walking guide at the sights is not included, but can be arranged on request.

Karlštejn Castle · 2 pax€380