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Prague, Vienna & the Imperial Towns — a 6-Day Plan You Can Actually Do
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6
days
606 km
distance
9.3 h
in transit
41
curated stops
💡 Good to know for this plan
- Terrace weather in the squares and manageable lines at the castles — the imperial cities at their best.
Day 1 Prague → Český Krumlov
🌡 -0.2–33.5°C · 🌧 ~9 rain days · ☀ 12.3h light
09:00
TIC – Old Town Hallmuseums & heritagehistory & sagas
Find expert guides and maps right in the heart of the city.
50 min · Prague
open: Jan Feb 09:00-18:00; Mar–Dec 09:00–19:00
09:50
Prague Cool Passmuseums & heritagehistory & sagas
Enjoy free tours and entries to top sights with this flexible pass.
50 min · Prague · Adult: €64 - 1 day, €88 - 2 days, €108 -
10:40
Signal Festivalmuseums & heritagehistory & sagas
Witness buildings transformed by dazzling light and video displays.
90 min · Prague
14:47
Vydra Boat Rentalmuseums & heritagehistory & sagas
Glide smoothly on calm waters with a variety of rental boats.
90 min · Český Krumlov · Canoe from 350 CZK, raft from 1200 CZK
open: May,June (weekends) July –September daily
16:17
Český Krumlov State Castle and Chateaumuseums & heritagehistory & sagas
Explore towering walls, historic theatres and lush gardens in Krumlov.
50 min · Český Krumlov
17:07
Regional Museummuseums & heritagelocal & traditional
Explore antique treasures and fossils in a captivating historical journey.
50 min · Český Krumlov
18:30
Švejkmuseums & heritagelocal & traditional
Experience simple, local flavors near the city center.
75 min · Český Krumlov
open: 11:30 - 22:00
Overnight: Český Krumlov
e.g. Vltavan Campground · Hostel 99
Day 2 Around Český Krumlov
🌡 -0.2–33.5°C · 🌧 ~9 rain days · ☀ 12.3h light
09:00
Egon Schiele Centrum Museummuseums & heritage
Discover bold paintings by Egon Schiele in a striking artistic setting.
50 min · Český Krumlov
open: Also open Mondays!
09:50
Technical Monument - Graphite Minehistory & sagas
Experience the thrill of underground mining in a historic graphite mine.
50 min · Český Krumlov · Price for excursion in English 200 Kč; i
open: Whenever after the phone booking; May-Jun 9AM-4PM; Jul-Aug 9AM-5PM; Se
10:40
Chapel on the Mountain of the Crosshiking
Enjoy panoramic city views along a serene Way of the Cross path.
50 min · Český Krumlov
open: 12:00 - 16:00
11:30
Ontario - boat and raft rentalsmuseums & heritage
Experience the historic center by night on an exciting rafting adventure.
90 min · Český Krumlov
13:00
River Rampagecraft beer & pubs
Combine rafting, drinking, and fun games in a lively river pub crawl.
90 min · Český Krumlov
14:30
International Music Festival Cesky Krumlovcraft beer & pubs
Enjoy live music of many genres in indoor and outdoor concert venues.
90 min · Český Krumlov
16:00
Krčma v Šatlavskécoffee & bakes
Relish grilled meats and onion soup in a cozy, historic tavern ambiance.
60 min · Český Krumlov
Overnight: Český Krumlov
e.g. Vltavan Campground · Hostel 99
Day 3 Vienna
🌡 1.6–34.2°C · 🌧 ~11 rain days · ☀ 12.3h light
12:14
Dr. Richardlocal & traditional
Listen to the quiet hum of free Wi-Fi on a regional bus to Graz.
50 min · Vienna · Graz €21.80 (€12 cheaper than by train)
13:04
Student Agencycoffee & bakes
50 min · Vienna · Brno €5-8, Prague €12-18
13:54
Blagussmuseums & heritage
Ride frequent buses from Bratislava Airport to Vienna Erdberg in about an hour.
50 min · Vienna · €6/€11 return
14:44
Donauschiffahrt Wurm + Köck
Sail slowly through the scenic Wachau valley.
50 min · Vienna · from €12
15:34
Green & Clean
Quickly refresh clothes using efficient self-service washers.
50 min · Vienna · From €16 to wash & dry 8kg
open: 06:00-22:00 daily
16:24
FlixBus
50 min · Vienna · €4-10 each way
open: 06:00-23:00
18:30
Rosa Lilla Villamuseums & heritagecraft beer & pubs
Unwind in a welcoming gay resource center bar and restaurant.
75 min · Vienna
Day 4 Around Vienna
🌡 1.6–34.2°C · 🌧 ~11 rain days · ☀ 12.3h light
09:00
Postbus/Slovak Lines (Bus)
Hear the hum of the engine on a smooth ride to Südtiroler Platz.
50 min · Vienna · €5, €8 return
open: 08:00-18:35
09:50
Rosenov Airport Transfer
Relax with a flat-rate, hassle-free ride to or from Vienna.
50 min · Vienna · €75
open: M-F 09:00-18:00
10:40
Autoprevoz Banjaluka
Journey from Banja Luka, BiH, to Vienna.
50 min · Vienna · €39/€66 return
open: ~9.5 hr
11:30
Bohemian Lines
Appreciate the budget-friendly trips from Brno to your destination.
50 min · Vienna · Copenhagen €65/€117 return
open: Daily 08:00-20:00
12:20
The Netherlands
Arrange visits by appointment in a quiet embassy setting.
50 min · Vienna
open: M-F 08:30-17:00
13:10
Train
Enjoy the rhythmic clatter of the train as it glides to Wien Hauptbahnhof.
50 min · Vienna · €13 (return ticket, not one direction ti
Day 5 Hallstatt
🌡 -5.4–24.2°C · 🌧 ~19 rain days · ☀ 12.3h light
11:23
Salzweltenhistory & sagas
Explore ancient salt mines deep underground in Hallstatt.
50 min · Hallstatt · Funicular round-trip €22, salt mine + fu
open: Salt mine: winter daily 09:30-14:30; summer daily 09:30-16:00. Funicul
12:13
Hallstatt Museummuseums & heritage
Discover artifacts from Europe's earliest known culture.
50 min · Hallstatt · Adults €10, children & college student €
open: November-March: W-Su 11:00-15:00, April & October: daily 10:00-16:00,
13:03
Panorama View of Lake Hallstattmuseums & heritage
Quiet island spot frames the lake, mountains, and village in peaceful silence.
50 min · Hallstatt
13:53
Ice caves
Shimmering ice formations glow in cool, crystalline caves.
90 min · Hallstatt
15:23
Ossuary
Rows of bleached skulls and bones create a serene yet solemn display.
50 min · Hallstatt
16:13
Hallstatt Viewpoint
Panoramic views stretch from the lake to surrounding mountains and village.
50 min · Hallstatt
18:30
Café Derbllocal & traditionalcoffee & bakes
Warm pastries, local fish, and Austrian classics fill the air with comfort.
75 min · Hallstatt
open: Sa-Th 11:00-19:00 (until 21:00 in summer)
Overnight: Hallstatt
e.g. Heritage Hotel Hallstatt · Gasthof Simony- Hallstatt
Day 6 Salzburg
🌡 -0.2–31.2°C · 🌧 ~16 rain days · ☀ 12.3h light
10:05
Museum of Natural Historymuseums & heritagehistory & sagaslocal & traditional
Marvel at interactive exhibits on wildlife, geology, and the universe.
50 min · Salzburg · Adults €8.50, seniors (60+) or with a pa (price listed 2019)
open: Daily 09:00-17:00
10:55
Hangar 7museums & heritagehistory & sagas
Explore a unique building housing historic aircraft and race cars.
50 min · Salzburg
open: 09:00 - 22:00 daily
11:45
Salzburg Museummuseums & heritagehistory & sagas
Learn about Salzburg's rich history through diverse exhibits.
50 min · Salzburg · Adults €8.50, 16-26 years €4, 6-15 years
open: Tu-Su 09:00-17:00, closed 1 Nov and 24-25 Dec
12:35
Stiegl Brauweltmuseums & heritagecraft beer & pubs
50 min · Salzburg · included in the Salzburg Card
open: daily 10:00-17:00
13:25
Salzburg Museum of Modern Artmuseums & heritagehistory & sagas
Admire contemporary art with a breathtaking view over the old town.
50 min · Salzburg · Tu-Su 10:00-18:00, W 10:00-20:00, closed
14:15
Hallein Salt Minemuseums & heritagehistory & sagas
Tours reveal ancient salt mining history deep underground.
50 min · Salzburg
15:05
Bärenwirtlocal & traditionalcraft beer & pubs
Enjoy traditional dishes and fabulous Augustiner beer in a rustic setting.
60 min · Salzburg