Usti Region Tour 02

Written by Students of OPF, SLU in Karvina

Category: Czech Trip

Explore Usti nad Labem, Decin, Zubrnice, Roudnice nad Labem, Msene Spa, Louny, Zatec, Krasny Dvur, Kadan, Klasterec nad Ohri

: Krasny Dvur Chateau

: Decin Castle

: Klasterec nad Ohri Chateau

: Franciscan Monastery

Below are some tips on where to travel in Usti nad Labem region each day.

ARRIVAL DAY

5:00 p.m. – Arrival at Prague Airport

Transfer via public transit to the train station, followed by a direct train ride to Ústí nad Labem. Total travel time by train and bus: 1 hour and 45 minutes.

7:30 p.m. – Hotel check-in in Usti nad Labem

Arrival at the hotel in downtown Usti nad Labem and check-in.

8:00 p.m. – Dinner at the hotel restaurant

Your first introduction to Czech gastronomy. You will enjoy a modern take on traditional Czech cuisine.

DAY 1

8:00 a.m. – Breakfast at the hotel in Usti nad Labem

A rich buffet full of local ingredients.
Duration: 45 minutes.

9:00 a.m. – Walk through the historic downtown of Usti nad Labem

A tour of the Church of the Assumption of the Virgin Mary with its famous leaning tower, followed by a visit to the public Museum of the City of Usti nad Labem, towering on a dramatic rock above the Elbe River.
Duration: 2 hours.

11:30 a.m. – Transfer to Decin and hotel check-in

Transfer by train from Usti nad Labem to Decin and hotel check-in.
Duration: 45 minutes.

12:15 p.m. – Lunch in Decin

A great culinary experience in a historic restaurant overlooking the river, serving hearty regional specialties.
Duration: 1 hour.

1:15 p.m. – Děčín Castle

An afternoon dedicated to touring the monumental Decin Castle, a former residence of noble families. You can look forward to exploring gorgeous interiors and walking through the Rose Garden, which is an architectural gem with an unforgettable atmosphere.
Duration: 3 hours.

4:15 p.m. – Free time

Free time for coffee and dessert in one of the charming cafes beneath the castle.

6:30 p.m. – Dinner in Decin

Sit down in a traditional old-Bohemian tavern in the historic center of Decin, where you will breathe in centuries of history.

DAY 2

8:30 a.m. – Breakfast at the hotel in Decin

Full of fresh pastries and fragrant coffee.
Duration: 45 minutes.

9:15 a.m. – Transfer to Zubrnice

Transfer by local bus to the picturesque village of Zubrnice.
Duration: 45 minutes.

10:00 a.m. – Zubrnice Open-Air Museum

A visit to the public open-air museum of folk architecture hiding valuable rural buildings.
Duration: 2 hours.

12:00 p.m. – Travel to Roudnice nad Labem

Travel by bus and train to Roudnice nad Labem.
Duration: 45 minutes.

12:45 p.m. – Lunch in downtown Roudnice nad Labem

A culinary stop at a renowned restaurant on the town square, famous for its refined dishes made from local ingredients from the Bohemian Highlands.
Duration: 1 hour.

1:45 p.m. – Gallery of Modern Art

A tour of a prominent public gallery located in the unique spaces of a Baroque castle riding hall. You will see top-tier collections of twentieth-century Czech art here.
Duration: 1 hour.

2:45 p.m. – Podripsko Museum

A visit to the town museum in the historic building of a former hospital. The exhibition will guide you through the rich history and archaeology of the entire Podripsko region, from prehistoric times to the modern era.
Duration: 1 hour.

3:45 p.m. – Wine tasting from the Bohemian Highlands

A visit to a public tasting area in the castle cellars and a tasting of local varieties with commentary by a local sommelier.
Duration: 1.5 hours.

5:15 p.m. – Hotel check-in in Roudnice nad Labem

Check-in at a hotel in the historic core of Roudnice nad Labem and time to rest.

6:30 p.m. – Dinner in downtown Roudnice nad Labem

Dinner in a refined restaurant where the harmony of flavors perfectly matches the local wines.

DAY 3

8:30 a.m. – Breakfast at the hotel

Duration: 45 minutes.

9:15 a.m. – Transfer to Msene Spa

Transfer by local bus to the Msene Spa.
Duration: 30 minutes.

9:45 a.m. – Msene Spa

A relaxing walk through the publicly accessible spa park full of historic Art Nouveau pavilions and quiet corners.
Duration: 2 hours.

11:45 a.m. – Travel to Louny

Travel by bus to the historic town of Louny.
Duration: 45 minutes.

12:30 p.m. – Lunch in downtown Louny

You’ll enjoy a lunch menu at a family-style eatery in a picturesque alley, specializing in homemade recipes and hearty portions served in a family atmosphere.
Duration: 1 hour.

1:30 p.m. – Church of St. Nicholas in Louny

A tour of an important Gothic monument with a uniquely shaped roof and a climb up the tower.
Duration: 1.5 hours.

3:00 p.m. – Transfer to Zatec

Transfer by train to the town of Zatec.
Duration: 30 minutes.

3:30 p.m. – Temple of Hops and Beer

A visit to an entertainment and educational complex celebrating the Zatec tradition.
Duration: 2.5 hours.

6:00 p.m. – Hotel check-in in Zatec

7:00 p.m. – Dinner at a local brewery in Zatec

The evening will start with an engaging guided tour of the historic cellar spaces and the old brewhouse. This will be followed by a hearty dinner full of brewery specialties and a tasting of local lagers.

DAY 4

8:30 a.m. – Breakfast in Zatec

Duration: 45 minutes.

9:30 a.m. – Transfer to Krasny Dvur Chateau

Transfer by bus to the Krasny Dvur Chateau.
Duration: 30 minutes.

10:00 a.m. – Krasny Dvur Chateau

Exploring the publicly accessible chateau interiors and walking through the extensive English park.
Duration: 2.5 hours.

12:30 p.m. – Transfer to Kadan

Transfer by bus to the royal town of Kadan.
Duration: 30 minutes.

1:00 p.m. – Lunch in downtown Kadan

You’ll sit in a charming restaurant on the town square surrounded by historic facades, where you will have the best of Czech culinary tradition.
Duration: 1 hour.

2:00 p.m. – Franciscan Monastery in Kadan

A tour of the historic building and the gorgeous monastery gardens.
Duration: 2 hours.

4:00 p.m. – Hangman’s Alley (Katova ulicka)

Walking through the legendary narrowest alleyway and relaxing on the Ohre riverfront.
Duration: 1 hour.

5:00 p.m. – Hotel check-in in Kadan

6:30 p.m. – Dinner in Kadan

A gastronomic experience in the intimate atmosphere of a spot hidden in the town’s winding streets.

DAY 5

8:30 a.m. – Breakfast at the hotel

Duration: 1 hour.

9:30 a.m. – Transfer to Klasterec nad Ohri

Short transfer by bus to Klasterec nad Ohri.
Duration: 15 minutes.

9:45 a.m. – Klášterec nad Ohri Chateau

A tour of the porcelain museum exhibits and a walk through the adjacent chateau park.
Duration: 2 hours.

11:45 a.m. – Lunch in Klasterec nad Ohri

Saying goodbye to the region with an excellent lunch at the chateau restaurant, which emphasizes elegance and seasonal ingredients.
Duration: 1 hour.

12:45 p.m. – Train ride back to Usti nad Labem

Afternoon train ride back to the starting point in Usti nad Labem.
Duration: 1 hour and 15 minutes.

2:00 p.m. – Hotel check-in in Usti nad Labem

Hotel accommodation and dropping off belongings in the room.
Duration: 1 hour.

3:00 p.m. – Free time in downtown Usti nad Labem

Free time to buy Czech souvenirs in downtown.

6:00 p.m. – Final farewell dinner

Dinner in a top-tier restaurant overlooking the landmarks of Usti nad Labem, where you will experience a perfect culinary finale to the trip.

DEPARTURE DAY

8:00 a.m. – Breakfast and final check-out

Breakfast and final check-out from the hotel in Usti nad Labem.

9:00 a.m. – Transfer to Prague Airport

Transfer to the train station in Usti nad Labem and departure by direct train to the Praha Holesovice station, followed by a city bus to the Prague airport. Total travel time by train and bus: 1 hour and 45 minutes.

10:45 a.m. – Arrival at the airport