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South Bohemia & Šumava — 5 Days

A measured South Bohemian route combining Český Krumlov, Hluboká, rural UNESCO heritage and an easy introduction to Šumava National Park.

5 days5 stopsModerate pace
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The trip, in order

Follow the route day by day. Times and prices can change, so check official information before you travel.

Day 1

Historic centre

Český Krumlov

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    Český Krumlov Historic Centre

    A remarkably intact riverside old town of winding lanes, Renaissance façades and views beneath the castle. The town grew around a Vltava crossing and castle under powerful noble families, preserving a dense medieval and Renaissance urban form recognised by UNESCO. It is included because it adds a distinctive experience to a realistic Český Krumlov or regional itinerary rather than acting as a filler stop.

    Duration
    180 minutes suggested
    Price
    Walking the historic centre is free; museums and monuments charge separately
    Start time
    Choose a start time that suits your day.
    Public streets are broadly accessible throughout the day, while individual attractions use their own schedules.Opening hours not verified — check before visiting.
Day 2

Castle and gardens

Český Krumlov

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    Český Krumlov Castle

    A vast castle and chateau complex rising above Český Krumlov, with courtyards, tower, theatre and gardens. Successive Rosenberg, Eggenberg and Schwarzenberg owners expanded the medieval castle into one of Central Europe’s largest aristocratic complexes. It is included because it adds a distinctive experience to a realistic Český Krumlov or regional itinerary rather than acting as a filler stop.

    Duration
    180 minutes suggested
    Price
    Courtyards may be freely accessible while interiors, tower and theatre use separate tickets
    Start time
    Choose a start time that suits your day.
    Interior routes and gardens are strongly seasonal; check which sections are open on your visit date.Opening hours not verified — check before visiting.
Day 3

Hluboká

Hluboká nad Vltavou

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    Hluboká Castle

    A romantic white neo-Gothic chateau above the Vltava, surrounded by landscaped grounds. The Schwarzenberg family transformed the older castle in the nineteenth century into an English-inspired neo-Gothic residence. It is included because it adds a distinctive experience to a realistic Hluboká nad Vltavou or regional itinerary rather than acting as a filler stop.

    Duration
    150 minutes suggested
    Price
    Park and interior tours have different access and charges; check the current offer
    Start time
    Choose a start time that suits your day.
    Guided interior circuits vary by season and maintenance period.Opening hours not verified — check before visiting.
Day 4

Rural South Bohemia

Holašovice

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    Holašovice

    A compact South Bohemian village square lined with exceptionally preserved rural Baroque farmsteads. The village retains a traditional medieval ground plan and a coherent ensemble of eighteenth- and nineteenth-century farmhouses, recognised by UNESCO. It is included because it adds a distinctive experience to a realistic Holašovice or regional itinerary rather than acting as a filler stop.

    Duration
    75 minutes suggested
    Price
    The public village setting is free to explore; individual displays or events may charge
    Start time
    Choose a start time that suits your day.
    The village itself is an inhabited public place; museums, craft spaces or events use separate schedules.Opening hours not verified — check before visiting.
Day 5

Šumava peatland

Svinná Lada

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    Chalupská slať

    A short peat-bog walk in Šumava National Park ending at a quiet moorland pool and viewing platform. Chalupská slať preserves a characteristic Šumava peatland landscape shaped by waterlogged soils, cool climate and long-term conservation. It is included because it adds a distinctive experience to a realistic Svinná Lada or regional itinerary rather than acting as a filler stop.

    Duration
    60 minutes suggested
    Price
    The nature route is generally free; parking or nearby services may have separate charges
    Start time
    Choose a start time that suits your day.
    Daylight and seasonal park conditions govern the best visit; winter ice or snow can alter access.Opening hours not verified — check before visiting.