| The Czech Republic is fast becoming one of central | | | | you'll visit the factory store for the opportunity to |
| Europe's most popular tourist destinations. Brand new | | | | buy some fabulous Bohemian glassware. There is also |
| specialty tours have just been introduced to spotlight | | | | a guided tour of the Becherovka liquor factory, which |
| many of the Czech Republic's cultural and | | | | is one of the most prominent in Europe. |
| gastronomic delights. Let's take a closer look at one | | | | Ceske Budejovice is most famous for its old world |
| of the newest tours... | | | | brewery which produces the original Budweiser beer, |
| Why Tour The Czech Republic? | | | | Budvar. You'll enjoy a personal tour before departing |
| If you've never visited the Czech Republic, there are | | | | to Cesky Krumov for a visit to one of the oldest |
| several reasons to consider a tour. The first is | | | | castles in Europe, situated along the banks of the |
| Prague, a world class city brimming with spectacular | | | | river Vltava. There is also an excursion to the wine |
| architecture and unique shopping. Next is the scenic | | | | and folklore region of Straznice, where you'll sample |
| beauty of the country, with its varied topography of | | | | local wine and enjoy the spectacular scenery. |
| mountains, dense forests, and lush valleys. | | | | Ride Of Kings Festival |
| If you enjoy visiting historic cities, there are several | | | | Each year, the Moravian village of Vlcnov hosts the |
| here to explore, along with quaint smaller towns | | | | Ride of Kings Festival, a gala gathering honoring |
| where age old traditions reign supreme. Food and | | | | historic Czech and Hungarian kings. It is a three day |
| drink lovers will also enjoy the area, with its delightful | | | | long celebration of Moravian folk traditions, with local |
| cuisine and more great small local breweries than you | | | | food, music, dancing, and libations. |
| can possibly visit on one excursion. | | | | Costumes are a big part of the Ride of Kings |
| The Ride Of Kings Tour | | | | Festival, as young and old dress in traditional garb as |
| The Ride of Kings Tour is a nine day all encompassing | | | | they participate in the revelry. You will also have |
| visit to several areas in and around the Czech | | | | ample opportunity to purchase handcrafted Moravian |
| Republic. The tour begins and ends in Prague, giving | | | | artifacts, made by local craftsmen. |
| you ample opportunity to explore all the outstanding | | | | Summary |
| shopping opportunities the city offers. | | | | The tour concludes with a final visit to Prague, with a |
| A guided tour of the city is provided, along with | | | | traditional farewell dinner and more free time to |
| generous amounts of leisure time to explore your | | | | explore the city. We found this tour to be especially |
| own personal interests. | | | | enjoyable, in large part due to its varied emphasis. |
| Two other prominent cities are visited during this | | | | There is a great mix of culture, history, food, drink, |
| tour, Karlovy Vary and Ceske Budejovice. Karlovy | | | | and scenery. |
| Vary is well known for the Moser Glass Works, and | | | | |
