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THE CZECH REPUBLIC

PRAGUE AND THE GIANT MOUNTAINS - 2008

Seven days in the Czech Republic with four-day walking program through the Krkonose National Park. The Krkonoše range stretches 40km into Bohemian territory, creating a natural border between the Czech Republic and Poland, and is the Czech Republic´s highest mountain range. The highest peak is Mount Snezka (1,602 m). Several other peaks exceed 1,500 metres. In order to preserve both wildlife and the environment, Krkonoše was proclaimed a national park in 1963.

PRICE

£600.00 per person with a minimum of two people. 

INCLUDED

7 nights accommodation (2 nights in three star hotel in Prague - 5 nights in Krkonose in traditional hotels - all rooms with private bathroom), transfer to Krkonose, 7 breakfasts, 5 dinners (in Krkonose), lunch at Karlstejn Castle, route instructions and maps, transfers as mentioned in the programme, emergency back up.

NOT INCLUDED

Departure dates 2008: any day subject to accommodation availability

To book email: walking@star.co.uk
T: (44) (0)1242 254353

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ITINERARY

 

Day 1: Prague: Arrive and settle into your hotel.

Day 2: Prague to Janske Lazne (170km)
Transfer to Krkonose to Janske Lazne. This spa town, famous for its treatment of respiratory illness, nestles under the shade of the Black Mountain - the Cerna Hora - and the cabin lift is the gateway to the mountain peaks.

Day 3: Janske Lazne to Pec pod Snezkou (14km)
Starting with an easy walk around and up to the peak of Cerna hora, with beautiful views of the town of Janske Lazne during the entire walk. The walk continues over the peaks of the mountains and passes several mountain lodges before walking down to the mountain town of Pec pod Snezkou.

Day 4: Pec pod Snezkou to Spindleruv Mlyn (trip A 15km, trip B 17km)

Trip A: The walk starts from Pec by cable car to Snezka (1602 m) and then you walk along the Czech and Polish Friendship Trail. The trail follows the border with Poland. Walk continues towards Spindlerova Lodge, built 1784 for mountain hotel purposes and continues all the way down to Spindleruv Mlyn.

Trip B: From Pec walk through Obri dul and passing several mountain lodges as you walk. Continue along old Buchar's Trail which goes all the way from Snezka's ridge to an open area above Spindleruv Mlyn where the most famous ski slopes in Czech republic are situated. The walk continues down to the beautiful town of Spindleruv Mlyn. This mountain town in the heart of the Krkonose National Park is built on the banks of the River Labe - the largest river in the Czech Republic.

Day 5: Zlate navrsi (14km)
Take the chairlift from Spindleruv Mlyn to Medvedin {Bear Mountain}, from here enjoy the view on Spindleruv Mlyn and River Labe valley below. It is an easy walk up the hill to the Golden Top (Zlate Navrsi). The walk continues across Zlate navrsi to Labska Lodge Hotel situated above Labe's mine (mountain valley of glacier origin). Return to Spindleruv Mlyn for overnight.

Day 6: Harrachov to Rokytnice nad Jizerou (15km)
Transfer to Harrachov and the walk starts along Mumlava's creek passing a waterfall to Mumlava's mine, a valley of erosion origin. The walk continues up to Devil's Mountain (Certova hora) and over Devil's Plain (Certova). You walk past several traditional houses before you walk down to Rokytnice nad Jizerou

Day 7: Rokytnice nad Jizerou to Prague (140km)
Transfer From Rokytnice nad Jizerou to Prague with a stop at Karlstejn castle. Guided tour through the castle built in 1348 by Charles IV and used not only as an imperial residence but also as a fortress.

Day 8: Prague
Transfer to the airport.

 

DIFFICULTY OF WALK

GROUP SIZE

2 or more  

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HIGHLIGHTS

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WEATHER

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ACCOMMODATION & ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

ACCOMMODATION

Accommodation in Prague will be in centrally located hotels or pensions, category *** star. All rooms will have their own private bathrooms and wc, on bed and breakfast basis. Outside Prague hotels will of a similar standard, though more rustic in nature.

GETTING THERE

AIR: Prague is served by several airlines from Easyjet to Czech Airlines. Prague airport (Ruzyne) is about 10 kms from the city. An express shuttle bus runs every 30 minutes (between 7am and 7.30pm) from the airport to the city centre.

LOCATION:

Prague is the capital of the Czech Republic and the former capital of Czechoslovakia. It is located in the northern and central part of the country. The Czech Republic borders Germany to the west, Poland to the north-east and Austria to the south.

WHEN TO GO

The best season to take this trip is May to September. May is usually cool and clear whilst the summers are very warm with long days (it remains light until 10 pm). September is the autumnal equivalent of May - cool and bright.

INSURANCE

We recommend that you take out appropriate holiday insurance covering you against illness, injury, and loss or damage to luggage. This insurance should also cover the possibility of your having to cancel your holiday for whatever reason.

To book, contact worldwalks  at:
email:walking@star.co.uk
T: (44) (0)1242 254353

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