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Visit impressive UNESCO World Heritage sites

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Get set with daily walking tips from our wellness leader

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Connect with exuberant and knowledgeable Czech walking guides

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Savour regional specialities from hearty goulash to savoury pierogi

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Explore serene villages and medieval castles along our route

Prague to Krakow Walking Tour

Sep 16-27, 2027

12 days | Czech Republic | Alumni Expeditions

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This expedition is presented by the alumni associations of the University of Alberta, the University of Saskatchewan, Western University, McMaster University, McGill University, York University, and the University of Guelph. All curious travellers are welcome!

Join us for a captivating journey through the heart of Central Europe brimming with historical landmarks, picturesque landscapes, and cultural treasures.

This walking tour showcases the best of the Czech Republic, Slovakia, and Poland, highlighting five UNESCO World Heritage Sites renowned for their cultural significance and architectural splendor. Beyond these renowned destinations, there are numerous hidden gems waiting to be discovered as we explore a mix of town and trail walking.

Our itinerary offers a diverse range of experiences, from exploring the enchanting medieval towns to admiring historical landmarks and natural wonders. In addition to exploring Prague and Krakow, we will venture into the scenic Bohemian mountains, discover ingenious military structures in Dobrosov, and marvel at the Renaissance architecture of Litomysl Palace. Throughout our journey, carefully planned walks lead us from the rolling hills and verdant valleys of the Czech countryside to the forests and lakes of Poland.

Accommodation is in small charming inns and hotels with meals presenting savoury regional specialities. Walks are carefully planned at the easy to moderate level. The terrain we cover is maintained partly gravel or forest/meadow walking trails with up to 300 meters ascent or descent. We’ll provide a suggested training schedule to help you get ready.

Tour Cost (per person):

C$TBA including taxes and gratuities

Group Size:

14 - 16 participants

What’s included: Accommodation in double occupancy, in three-star hotels and bed and breakfasts, in hotels indicated or similar – all rooms with private facilities; breakfast daily; ten Picnic or café lunches; eleven dinners; all ground transportation in private vehicle; all luggage transfers; all activities as indicated in the itinerary; all entrance fees to sites visited during the tour; gratuities for local guides, drivers, hotel, and group meals; taxes; services of your Czech Walk Leader

Itinerary at a Glance

Day	Activity
1	Meet in Prague
2	Walk the Caesar Trail, Continue to Trosky Castle 5km
3	Drive to Nachod, walk to Jirasek Chalet 8km
4	UNESCO site Litomysl, onward to Olomouc 3km
5	Drive to Roznov, visit, Wallachian Open Air Museum, hike the Radhost Mountain 12km
6	Walk the trailhead of Orava Mountains, visit Castle of Orava 11 - 15km
7	High Tatras National Park, Continue by road to Levoca 10km
8	Village of Zehra and Spissky Castle 13km
9	Walk from from Pavlany village across the Levoca Hills 11km
10	Pieniny National Park, to Krakow 8 km
11	Jewish quarter, churches and castle of Krakow
12	Depart Krakow
Optional: Pre-tour in Prague or post-tour in Krakow

Your Tour Leader

Born in Kladno just outside Prague, Jaroslava Baconova started as a scholar of Czech language and literature. She moved to Canada in 2001 and carried her love for her country into her new expatriate home. She has taught Czech in Prague, Glasgow, and eventually across Canada.