Private tour in Prague David F
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David F.
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Passionate, enthusiastic, flexible, sympathetic, concise, humorous, friendly - are words that have been used to describe me - this means I am the ideal person to share this beautiful city of Prague with and ensure you get the maximum benefit and enjoyment from your stay right from the start! I am not a local guide working each day on the same itinerary with details of many dates and events and leading groups with a flag from A to B and possibly a microphone! Worked in travel and tours business for 30 years and started my own Swiss company specialising in unique and client orientated programmes and itineraries. Have led and guided groups all over the world and have a special interest in the major European cities. I am from the UK but have lived and worked in Switzerland, London and now Prague. As your private guide, I love to share my enthusiasm, local knowledge and experience by not only showing fellow travellers my present city of residence but also getting to know them, what they like and why they are here. This gives me a chance to make each private tour unique and different and in tune with the clients interests and wishes. My knowledge of art and architecture proves very useful when walking around the historic magical city of Prague even if it is not a specialist Art Nouveau, Czech art or architecture tour as such! I always believe in mixing historical/cultural info with practical advice and local tips on where to eat, take a coffee in a unique setting or change money. This also prevents boredom setting in and gives the visitor a feeling of confidence and a great orientation allowing them to go back to museums or cafes they passed and find their way about like a local. That is why my ORIENTATION style flexible tours prove so popular as they meet the needs of the discerning traveler who cannot always find this with a standard local guide. Meeting a local tour guide/leader should also be a pleasant social experience for both parties. To that end I like to include some time for a coffee or local beer during the tour as this not only gives me a chance to get to know YOU and your interests and aspirations but also to share a great WORLD HERITAGE map of the city with you and explain where we have been or are going! As the honoured guest(s) in this magical city all depends on you and your needs, interests and what you hope to benefit from after the tour. I am here to help you get the maximum out of your time with me. Also available to give evening tours of cafes, bars, clubs etc. or accompany you for dinner at a place to suit your budget and tastes! Owned and managed my own group tours business in Suisse. Designed special tours and itineraries in most major Euro cities for groups as well as bookings, guiding and organising specialist tours. Have a BA/PGCE in Art & Architecture. As exam is in Czech I never got a local guide license! Walking tours use local trams if necessary but car/bus can be booked where needed for Czech tours.
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For those with limited time or prefer to get a quick overview allowing them to enjoy the many sites of the city independently. Similar to the main ORIENTATION TOUR but 2 hours only. . . . we walk faster and try to cover most of the main interesting places taking many back roads away from the crowds! A great 1st day introduction to the city of spires and red roofs that offers the confused, disorientated traveler with limited time, just the start they need! This tour will save you time and energy by giving you a great overview of not only the historical and cultural background but also something we all need on arrival in a new city - local tips, practical info and how to avoid problems. I have discovered the small streets with interesting sites away from the main crowds on the Royal Route and now want to share them with you! You will now have a good idea of what you want to visit on your own - maybe a cafe or restaurant, church, museum or shop! You will feel excited about the discoveries awaiting you!
The exact order and itinerary also depends on the clients and their preferences, so each walking tour is a little different - after all variety is the spice of life and stops both parties from getting bored! A typical itinerary starts in the Old Town Square with an appreciation of the variety of architecture and a quick stop at the major landmarks - including the Astronomical Clock! Then after a look inside St. Nicholas and Tyn Churches we walk down Pariska and see the Jewish area and an amazing variety of Art Nouveau apartment buildings. We then enjoy the unique Cubist building and cafe and the amazing Municipal House, the finest example of Art Nouveau Architecture. Usually we enjoy a coffee break at one of these locations. Passing the Estates Theatre we explore Wenceslas Square and the main parts of the New Town, including a look at the amazing Bohemian Glass Exhibits. Time permitting, we can conclude the Clementinum and Charles Bridge. Most of the tour is outside apart from visits to several churches.
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on foot usually.
Prague, Prague, Czechia
ByGuide: the Old Town Square STARBUCKS Cafe opposite the Astronomical Clock and Tower or your hotel
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