About the trip
Private day trip from Prague to Bohemian Paradise (Český ráj) with an English-speaking driver in a Hyundai Staria for up to 8 people. One price for the whole car, including fuel, tolls and parking; entrance fees are paid separately. Pick-up anywhere in Prague, pay on the day, free cancellation up to 24 hours before pick-up. A licensed guide can be added on request – they meet you on site where available, or ride with you in the car all day (then up to 7 guests). Book this trip →
Bohemian Paradise — Český ráj — was the first designated protected landscape region in what is now the Czech Republic, and arguably its most visually dramatic. The landscape is a geological theatre: Cretaceous sandstone eroded over 85 million years into towering pinnacles, labyrinthine rock cities, and dramatically perched medieval castle ruins that seem to grow directly from the stone. UNESCO recognised it as a Geopark in 2005.
The centrepiece is Prachov Rocks — a complex of sandstone towers and narrow gorges woven with well-maintained hiking paths, ranging from a gentle 45-minute walk to a 2–3 hour circuit through scenery that photographers return to year after year. Autumn mist in the valleys and the gold of beech trees against grey sandstone create conditions that feel almost cinematic.
Trosky Castle rises on two extinct volcanic basalt plugs — the only such formation in the entire region — and has dominated the Bohemian Paradise skyline since the 14th century. Its twin towers, known as Panna and Baba, offer panoramic views across the geopark to the Giant Mountains on a clear day.
The drive from Prague takes approximately 90 minutes along the R35 motorway. Your private driver connects both sites without the schedule constraints of public transport or the crowd pressure of organised coach tours. Bohemian Paradise combines geology, hiking, and medieval history in a landscape that is genuinely unlike anything else in Central Europe.
You might also enjoy: Adrspach-Teplice Rocks & Kuks, Bohemian Switzerland, Liberec & Jested Tower.
Pricing: One fixed price per vehicle, valid for your whole group of up to 8 passengers. Included: private vehicle, English-speaking driver, fuel, tolls and parking. Entry fees to Prachov Rocks and Trosky Castle are not included — see the official price lists.
Tips: Prachov Rocks has several marked circuits of varying difficulty — the main red trail (approx. 4 km, 90–120 min) covers the most dramatic formations and some narrow gorges requiring single-file passage. Wear shoes with grip; parts of the trail use fixed iron ladders. Trosky is best in morning light for photography. The prime seasons are late April–May (spring greenery, fewer visitors) and September–October (autumn colour and mist). Arrive at Prachov by 09:00 in summer to avoid coach groups. The Panna tower at Trosky requires a moderately steep ascent — physically accessible for most visitors in reasonable fitness.
Winter note (checked 13 October 2026): Trosky Castle is closed for the winter from 2 November 2026; the 2027 opening date has not yet been published (in 2026 it opened at Easter). You can adjust the route in the trip planner or with your driver during the day (a longer route may cost extra).
Stops
Prachov Rocks 2 h
Prachov Rocks (Prachovské skály) is a complex of Cretaceous sandstone formations — pillars, isolated towers, and gorges barely a metre wide — concentrated into a roughly 2-square-kilometre area that has been one of Bohemia’s most celebrated natural destinations since the early Romantic era. The rocks formed as sea-floor sediment over 85 million years ago, then were sculpted over millennia by water, frost, and wind into the labyrinthine landscape visible today.
The trail network is excellently maintained with routes of varying length and difficulty. Some paths weave through the narrowest gorges at ground level; others climb via fixed iron ladders to viewpoints above the rock canopy. The highest point — Mariánská vyhlídka — offers a panoramic view across the sandstone plateau, particularly spectacular at dawn or during autumn fog. The beech and oak forest surrounding the rocks turns gold and copper in October, and the interplay of colour, mist, and stone rewards photographers at almost every turn of the path. Allow at least two hours to walk the main circuit without rushing.
Trosky Castle 1 h
Trosky Castle stands on two extinct volcanic basalt plugs — the only such geological formation in the Bohemian Paradise region — and has been one of the most recognisable landmarks in Bohemia since the 14th century. The two towers, Panna (Virgin) and Baba (Old Woman), rise dramatically above the surrounding farmland. Baba, the taller of the two, reaches approximately 57 metres above the plain; its upper viewing platform is accessible via a steep internal staircase and offers a panoramic view across the entire geopark, with the Krkonoše Giant Mountains visible to the north-east on clear days.
The castle was built around 1380 by Čeněk of Vartenberk on the unusual basalt rock that made it almost impregnable. It survived the Hussite Wars before burning in 1421 and falling gradually into ruin — though it was maintained through private ownership during the 19th century, leaving it among the better-preserved ruined castles in Bohemia. The volcanic geology of the site makes Trosky unique: no other castle in the region sits on this type of rock, and the silhouette of the twin towers against the sky at sunset is one of the iconic images of the Czech countryside.
Price per vehicle with driver (max. 8 persons)
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Frequently asked questions
Planning your trip with Private Tours Czech is simple:
- Choose your pick-up location.
- Plan your route and stops.
- Select the length of each stop or overnight stay.
- Set your final destination (which can be the same as your starting point).
- Choose additional services – free child seats, or a licensed guide on request (on site, or with you in the car all day).
Travel in comfortable, spacious vehicles and complete your booking easily online.
If you don’t want to plan the entire trip yourself, you can choose from our Popular Tours section with recommended routes and then customise them to suit your needs.
Payment is made directly to the driver – you can pay in cash or by card in your chosen currency (CZK / EUR / USD upon request).
The price includes everything listed in your confirmed booking – for example, transportation in a comfortable vehicle, professional driver services, fuel, tolls, parking, and selected additional services.
The price does not include expenses such as entrance tickets, licensed local guides, meals, overnight stays, or other personal expenses.
Please cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled pick-up time. For quick cancellation, use the cancellation link in your confirmation email.
There are two ways to change your booking:
- Cancel your existing booking using the cancellation link in your confirmation email and create a new one.
- Contact our customer support via email or chat – our team will make the changes for you.
We use fully equipped Hyundai Staria 4×4 vehicles for up to 8 passengers, with a fixed price and large luggage capacity.
Ideal for families and groups with luggage on trips.
All vehicles feature:
- Leather seats
- Britax Römer child seats
- Vittel water
- Electric doors
- Tinted windows
- Modern safety systems
- USB and air conditioning
Drivers are carefully selected, follow strict quality codes, and are regularly checked.
If you have special requests – such as assistance for passengers with reduced mobility, transport of sports equipment, specific vehicle equipment, or route adjustments – include them in the “Notes” field when booking.
You can also contact us via email or chat for personalised advice.
Don’t want to plan from scratch? Choose from our range of Popular Tours with carefully designed routes and itineraries.
You can customise each one – change the order of stops, adjust the length of visits, add services, or include your own stops.
