12 days in Czech Republic Itinerary

Prague lures millions of tourists each year with its World Heritage-listed medieval city center--a labyrinth of narrow lanes, bridges, cathedrals, and palaces overlooked by a thousand-year-old castle.

Get outdoors at Prague Zoo and Prague for Two. Satisfy your inner culture vulture at Lobkowicz Palace and Old Town Square. There's lots more to do: explore the historical opulence of Prague Castle, contemplate the long history of Prague Astronomical Clock, take in the exciting artwork at GOF+FA/Gallery of Functional and Fine Art, and buy something for everyone on your list at PALLADIUM.

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Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates to Prague is an approximately 11-hour flight. You can also do a combination of bus and flight. Due to the time zone difference, you'll gain 3 hours traveling from Abu Dhabi to Prague. Plan for colder temperatures traveling from Abu Dhabi in December, with highs in Prague at 5°C and lows at 0°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 28th (Fri) early enough to take a bus to Karlovy Vary.

Bohemia's historical spa town, Karlovy Vary serves as one of Europe's most glamorous vacation resorts.

Start off your visit on the 28th (Fri): examine the collection at Moser Glass Museum, witness a stunning natural landmark at Vridelni kolonada, then take in the architecture and atmosphere at Pravoslavny Kostel Svateho Petra a Pavla, and finally shop like a local with Galerie Cafe. On the 29th (Sat), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: witness a stunning natural landmark at Vridlo, then don't miss a visit to RAFINAD Parfumerie, and then step into the grandiose world of Castle Loket.

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Take a bus from Prague to Karlovy Vary in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. In December, daily temperatures in Karlovy Vary can reach 3°C, while at night they dip to -2°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 29th (Sat) so you can go by car to Cesky Krumlov.

Known around the world for its medieval castle, Cesky Krumlov offers the chance to experience the charm of a small European city seemingly frozen in time several centuries ago.

Start off your visit on the 30th (Sun): view the masterpieces at Miroslav Paral Art Gallery, appreciate the extensive heritage of Historie mesta Ceský Krumlov, then take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Krizova hora, and finally take in the exciting artwork at House of the Dyed Cloth.

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You can drive from Karlovy Vary to Cesky Krumlov in 4 hours. Other options are to take a bus; or do a combination of train and bus. In December, plan for daily highs up to 4°C, and evening lows to -1°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 31st (Mon) early enough to go by car to Prague.

Head to Manufaktura and Film Legends Museum PRAHAfor some retail therapy. Step out of the city life by going to 4x4 Bohemia Inspiring Tours and Transport Artists. Enjoy Prague some more: take a stroll through Mala strana, take in the exciting artwork at Fotograf na plech Ether & Ink Portrait Studio, get a taste of the local shopping with Katie Feygie Art Gallery, and get engrossed in the history at Jewish Museum in Prague.

For traveler tips, where to stay, more things to do, and tourist information, read our Prague trip planner .

Getting from Cesky Krumlov to Prague by car takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: take a bus; or take a train. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 1st (Tue) so you can travel back home.