Vilshofen to Prague private transfer with guide option

Stop in a castle town on the way to Prague, guided or on your own terms

A private one-way transfer from Vilshofen to Prague that routes through Český Krumlov, one of the Czech Republic's most visited towns. You choose between a 1.5-hour guided walking tour with a certified local guide plus 2.5 hours free time, or 4 hours to explore the UNESCO-protected castle and medieval streets at your own pace. The minivan seats 1 to 15 passengers depending on group size, includes all road tolls and water, and departs with door-to-door pickup.

Step-by-step itinerary

Sightseeing from Vilshofen to Prague

• Travel from Vilshofen to Cesky Krumlov
• Join guided walking city tour
• Enjoy free time in Cesky Krumlov
• Continue travel to Prague

The experience

This is a point-to-point transfer that turns a long drive into a day with a stop worth the detour. You're picked up from your Vilshofen location and driven south toward Prague, but the route passes through Český Krumlov, where the driver stops for hours instead of minutes. The minivan is air-conditioned and non-smoking, and you get a bottle of water for the road. The driver speaks English and the vehicle is from a newer fleet, so the ride itself is straightforward, but the stop is where the day opens up.

At Český Krumlov, you pick your own rhythm. If you book the guided option, a certified local guide meets you and leads a 1.5-hour walking tour of the castle and the town's medieval core, then leaves you free for 2.5 hours to wander, eat, or sit by the river. If you choose the transfer-only option, you get the full 4 hours to yourself: no schedule, no group pace, no narration. The castle sits on a bend in the Vltava River and the old town wraps around it. Most of what matters is walkable from the main square. You're back in the van by the agreed time and continue to Prague.

The whole journey takes about 9 hours from pickup to drop-off in Prague. Tolls, taxes and insurance are all included in the price. Children can travel in a pram or specialized infant seat if needed. Groups range from solo travelers to parties of 15, and the van size adjusts to match, so a couple travels differently than a family of eight, but the route and the stop stay the same.

What’s included

• Private air-conditioned minivan with non-smoking policy.
• all road tolls and taxes.
• bottle of water per person.
• door-to-door pickup from Vilshofen and drop-off in Prague.
• English-speaking driver.
• full comprehensive insurance.
• choice of 1.5-hour guided walking tour with certified local guide plus 2.5 hours free time, or 4 hours free time on your own in Český Krumlov.

Options for this experience

6 options

Transfer only, for 1 to 4 passengersUp to 4 per booking · Guide in English · No fixed timeMinivan with pickup included; no guided tour

For 1 to 4 passengers, with a guided tourUp to 4 per booking · Guide in English · No fixed timeIncludes a 1.5-hour guided tour and van; pickup is included

Transfer only, for 5 to 8 passengersUp to 8 per booking · Guide in English · No fixed timeVan with pickup included; no guided tour

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For 5 to 8 passengers, with a guided tourUp to 8 per booking · Guide in English · No fixed timeIncludes a 1.5-hour guided tour and van; pickup is included

Transfer only, for 9 to 15 passengersUp to 15 per booking · Guide in English · No fixed timeMinibus with pickup included; no guided tour

For 9 to 15 passengers, with a guided tourUp to 15 per booking · Guide in English · No fixed timeIncludes a 1.5-hour guided tour and minibus; pickup is included

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

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.You can choose from 5 pickup points.

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

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Good to know

Easy physical levelStroller friendlyInfant seats availablePublic transport nearbyInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Jan Stehlik - Pension Sebastian Tours & Transport

Is this one for you?Choose the guided option if you want the castle and the town's history explained by someone who knows it. Pick the transfer-only option if you'd rather wander without a schedule or if you're traveling with children who need flexibility. Either way, you're not sitting in a van for nine hours straight: the stop breaks up the drive and gives you a real afternoon in a place most day-trippers miss.

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Top questions

Can I choose how much time to spend in Český Krumlov?

Yes. Book the guided option for 1.5 hours with a local guide plus 2.5 hours free, or the transfer-only option for the full 4 hours on your own. Either way, you control what you do during the free time.

What is Český Krumlov Castle like?

Český Krumlov Castle is a UNESCO-protected medieval fortress that sits on a loop of the Vltava River and dominates the skyline of the old town. The castle and the narrow streets around it make up most of what visitors see. It's compact enough to explore on foot in a few hours.

Does the price include lunch or entry to the castle?

No. The transfer, water, tolls and the guide (if you book that option) are included, but lunch and any paid attractions are on you. The free time gives you the chance to eat in town and decide whether to pay for castle entry.

What if my flight arrives late or I need to leave earlier?

The driver tracks your flight and adjusts the pickup time, so a delay doesn't throw off the stop in Český Krumlov. If you need to reach Prague by a specific hour, let the operator know when you book and they'll plan the timing around it.

How many people can fit in the van?

The van adjusts by group size: 1 to 4 passengers, 5 to 8, or 9 to 15. You book the option that matches your party, so you're not paying for empty seats and the van isn't cramped.