Czech Republic · Castles & Palaces

Full-Day Plakánek Valley and Kost Castle Tour from Prague

1 Day Round trip from 507 43 Sobotka Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Explore the romantic rocky Plakánek Valley surrounded by pine forests
02 Visit one of the best-preserved late Gothic castles in the Czech Republic
03 See unusual features at Kost Castle, including a medieval torturing room
04 Enjoy lunch at a traditional restaurant with local beers and micro-brews
05 Pass by the unique Baroque Humprecht Chateau

Discover the romantic rocky Plakánek Valley, surrounded by pine forests and sandstone quarries in the Czech countryside. Visit the beautiful late Gothic Kost Castle, where you can see a medieval torturing room, a strange window, and a peculiar Madonna. The trip also includes views of the lovely Nabokov Pond in the Czech Paradise Park if time permits, lunch at a traditional restaurant with local beer or micro-brews, and a pass by the unique Baroque Humprecht Chateau on the way back.

The castle stands in a magical landscape of forests and sandstone rocks, rightly called the Bohemian Paradise because of its outstanding natural beauty.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 1 Day

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Plakánek Valley, Kost Castle and Humprecht Chateau

Travel from Sobotka to the village of Vesec, a declared rural conservation area with 18 log houses, and continue to the romantic rocky valley of Plakánek, surrounded by pine forests and known for several sandstone quarries. Reach a breathtaking nearby location with its ancient sandstone rock formations.
Visit Kost Castle, one of the best-preserved Czech castles from the late Gothic period, and see fascinating features such as a medieval torturing room, a strange window, and a peculiar Madonna. The castle stands in a magical landscape of forests and sandstone rocks, rightly called the Bohemian Paradise because of its outstanding natural beauty. If time permits, also visit the beautiful Nabokov Pond in the Czech Paradise Park.
Enjoy lunch at a traditional restaurant, with a main course and a drink included in the trip, along with some of the best local beers and micro-brews. On the way back, pass through the unique Baroque architectural delight of Humprecht Chateau.
Meet in the morning at the Prague departure point and return to Prague in the evening, filled with experiences and just in time for dinner.

Where this trip takes you

Plakánek Valley, Kost Castle, Nabokov Pond, Humprecht Chateau

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Lunch at a Czech pub (main course and one drink)
Transport from Prague and back by train
A local English-speaking Czech tour guide for the entire trip

What's Not Included

Ticket to Kost Castle (if you would like to visit)

Know before you go

Even if you're not a regular hiker but are keen to get a taste of the Czech countryside, you do need to be reasonably fit for a hike with Czech Adventure, as hill climbs come with the territory. Your guide will make sure you are comfortable with the pace and stop as often as needed. The philosophy is to slow down and appreciate the beauty of nature.
The single most important thing is to wear comfortable hiking boots or sports shoes suitable for walking. The ground can be uneven, and high heels are absolutely a no-go for the trip. While you need no special hiking clothing or equipment, it is recommended that you bring sunscreen and a hat for sunny weather or a rain jacket for wet weather. Additionally, pack an extra layer if it is cold.
This is a very personalised trip based on the guide's own experiences that they want to share. Guests can expect a lot of individual attention, with advice on clothing, weather, packing, and fitness levels before the trip. The Czech tour guide will ensure your safety and welfare during the hike and the entire trip, as well as help with any translations needed when ordering lunch or buying gifts. Most importantly, however, the guide will supervise you through this remarkable countryside and offer you a unique experience.
Currently, the choice of vegetarian and vegan food in the Czech countryside is not comprehensive. However, there are limited vegetarian meal options such as grilled cheese, grilled vegetables, fried potatoes, and risotto. The tour operators find it appropriate to advise guests that, if they are concerned about this, they should bring suitable snacks or food with them in case their dietary needs are not available.
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