MORAVIAN KRAS AND PERNSTEIN CASTLE

Duration 12 hours
Movement Bus-pedestrian
Type Group
Guide Live Guide
Entry tickets Payment on the spot

Moravian Karst, east of Brno, – the largest karst formation in Europe, covering 120 km². Height up to 734 m, depth up to 138 m. Unique landscape: deep canyons, underground rivers, more than 400 stalactite caves. Among the preserved wall paintings of ancient settlers – evidence of prehistoric life.

An excursion to Lednice Castle, the pearl of South Moravia, offers an immersion in the luxury of architecture and the beauty of nature. The Roman aqueduct and greenhouse, where flowers bloom all year round, are impressive. The castle, built for the Princes of Liechtenstein, includes unusual features such as a Chinese salon and a Turkish bath.

An excursion to Pernštejn Castle, built in the 13th century by the Pernštejn nobles, immerses you in the history of the Middle Ages. Situated in picturesque surroundings, the castle served as the residence of the family until the end of the 16th century. Visits are available during the summer season on Tuesdays and Fridays.

Such excursions provide a unique glimpse into the natural and historical riches of the Czech Republic, providing travelers with an unforgettable experience of the majestic mountain ranges and cultural heritage of this exciting region.

Languages of the tour

  • Russian

Route

  • Departure from Prague at 07:00
  • Travel time 3 hours
  • Moravian Karst visits are available all year round (Mountain range - Punkva and Macocha Cave = 320 CZK)
  • (Summer season from April 1 to October 31) visit to Pernštejn Castle - Tuesday, Friday, Lednice Castle - Sunday
  • Arrival in Prague at 20:00

Information

Order cancellation conditions:

If a tourist cancels an excursion less than 3 days in advance – penalty 100%

Important:

  • The company is not responsible for lost items
  • Responsibility for having an individual insurance policy falls on the tourist.
  • Visiting holy places is permitted only in modest clothing.

Recommended:

  • Bring drinking water, a hat, comfortable shoes with you on the excursion

WHAT IS INCLUDED IN THE PRICE:   

  • Guide services 
  • Traveling by comfortable bus (air conditioning); 

Attention!

  • Entrance to castles, museums and other excursion sites is paid separately. During the excursion you must have your passport and medical insurance with you.

Additional payments:

  • Punkva and Macocha Cave = entrance 320 CZK
  • Pernštejn Castle =  entrance 360 CZK 
  • Lednice Castle = entrance 240 CZK       

Attractions

Lednice Castle
Lednice Castle

Lednice Castle is located in South Moravia, Czech Republic, and is considered one of the most prominent representatives of the Romantic and pseudo-Gothic architectural styles in the country. The castle was built at the beginning of the 19th century in the style of an English castle and is surrounded by a vast park, which is also a significant landscape complex.

Matsokha caves
Matsokha caves

In 1723, the Minor monk Lazar Schopper became the first to boldly descend into the abyss, ushering in the era of exploration. In 1909, a group of travelers led by Karl Abslon overcame the Puncture Caves and reached the Macocha Abyss, passing through the Dry Road.

A significant moment was in 1856, when karst explorer Dr. Jindřich Wankel descended into Macocha. Absolon began systematic exploration of Matsokha in 1901, which led to a detailed study of the abyss and its associated caves. His works made it possible to discover access to the dry parts of the Puncture Caves. From 1920 to 1933, access to water grottoes was opened through the underwater river Punkva.