Český Krumlov Day Trip from Passau: Guided Tour & Free Time

Medieval castle and riverside old town, half guided and half yours to wander.

A private full-day tour from Passau to the Czech town of Český Krumlov includes round-trip transfer in an air-conditioned minivan, a 1.5-hour guided walking tour of the castle and old town with a local English-speaking guide, and 2.5 hours of free time to explore museums, restaurants and side streets. Hotel or port pickup and drop-off are included. Groups stay under 15 people. Lunch and attraction entry fees are not included.

Step-by-step itinerary

Private day trip to Cesky Krumlov

• Travel from Passau to Cesky Krumlov
• Join 1.5-hour guided walking tour
• Enjoy 2.5 hours free time exploring town
• Visit castle, museums, and restaurants
• Return to Passau

The experience

The minivan picks you up from your Passau hotel or port and drives you across the border into the Czech Republic, arriving in Český Krumlov mid-morning. A local certified guide meets you there and walks you through the old town and up to Český Krumlov Castle, pointing out the Renaissance facades, the narrow lanes that wind between buildings, and the river bend that wraps around the town. The guided portion lasts 1.5 hours and covers the main sights and their history.

After the tour ends, you have 2.5 hours on your own. Some travelers climb to the castle's tower for views across the rooftops. Others eat lunch at a riverside restaurant, browse the small museums, or simply sit in the main square and watch the light change on the stone. There's no schedule to keep and no group to follow. The minivan and driver wait for you, and at the agreed time you head back to Passau, arriving in the evening.

The vehicle is a non-smoking air-conditioned minivan, and the group size depends on which option you book: the tour runs for groups of 1 to 4 people, 5 to 8, or 9 to 15. Bottled water is provided during the drive. All road tolls, fees and taxes are covered. You'll need a valid passport to cross into the Czech Republic.

What’s included

• Round-trip private minivan transfer from your Passau hotel or port.
• 1.5-hour guided walking tour of Český Krumlov Castle and the old town with an English-speaking local guide.
• 2.5 hours of free time to explore independently.
• bottled water for each person.
• all road tolls, fees and taxes.
• air-conditioned non-smoking vehicle.
• hotel or port pickup and drop-off.

Options for this experience

3 options

Guided tour for 1 to 4 peopleUp to 4 per booking · Guide in English · No fixed time1.5-hour guided walking tour with van; pickup is included

Guided tour for 5 to 8 peopleUp to 8 per booking · Guide in English · No fixed time1.5-hour guided walking tour with van; pickup is included

Guided tour for 9 to 15 peopleUp to 15 per booking · Guide in English · No fixed time1.5-hour guided walking tour with minibus; includes pickup

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.You can choose from 18 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 8 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortStroller-friendlyInfant seats availablePublic transport nearbyInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Jan Stehlik - Pension Sebastian Tours & Transport

Is this one for you?Choose the group size that matches your party at checkout: smaller groups move at a more relaxed pace through the old town, while larger groups share the cost of the minivan. Either way, the split between guided tour and free time means you get the history and context from a local without being shepherded through the entire day.

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Top questions

What is Český Krumlov Castle like, and do I get to go inside it?

Český Krumlov Castle is a Renaissance fortress that overlooks the old town from a hilltop. The guided tour includes the exterior and the surrounding grounds. Entry to the castle's interior rooms is not included in the tour price, but you can buy a ticket during your free time if you want to see the rooms and collections inside.

How much time do I actually have to explore on my own?

You have 2.5 hours of free time after the 1.5-hour guided tour ends. That's enough time to eat lunch, visit a museum or two, or simply walk the old town at your own pace without rushing.

Do I need to arrange my own transport from Passau to Český Krumlov?

No. The private minivan picks you up from your Passau hotel or port and brings you back there at the end of the day, so you don't need to book a separate transfer or figure out train schedules.

What's included in the price, and what do I need to pay for separately?

The price covers the minivan, the guided tour, hotel pickup and drop-off, bottled water, road tolls and taxes. Lunch, museum entry fees, castle interior tickets and gratuities are separate.

Is the guide English-speaking, and will I be in a large group?

Yes, the guide speaks English and is a certified local. Your group size depends on which option you choose at checkout (either 1 to 4 people, 5 to 8, or 9 to 15), so you can pick the size that suits your travel party.