3rd-7th November 2025
Embark on a melodious journey to Prague, where music and history intertwine beautifully. Stroll through the charming streets on a guided walking tour of Prague's Old Town, discovering the rich cultural tapestry of this enchanting city. Visit the stunning Nelahozeves Castle, a gem of architecture and history. Experience the magic of opera with breathtaking performances of Othello (Giuseppe Verdi) and Manon Lescaut (Giacomo Puccini), immersing yourself in the passionate world of classical music.
After days filled with exploration, retreat to your very comfortable hotel, where you can unwind and indulge in delicious local meals that will tantalize your taste buds.
It's a trip that resonates with harmony!
£2,095 per person based on two people sharing including flights from London
£1,795 per person based on two sharing excluding flights
Single supplement: £350
Trip type for this trip: Classic
This trip is currently AVAILABLE
This trip has space available but is not yet guaranteed due to not yet reaching minimum numbers. If you have chosen the land only package, please do not book any flights until this trip is guaranteed.
Minimum numbers required for guaranteed departure: 6
Details are correct at time of publishing (April 2025) but may be subject to change. Anyone already booked on the trip will be contacted in advance.
Below are expected flight times and airlines but these may vary on confirmation of the booking.
Should you wish to:
make your own way to and from the trip
depart from a regional airport in the UK
depart from another country
request an extension to the trip
or request an upgrade
please email [email protected]
2h
2h 20m
Musical programme - best available seats for Othello and Manon Lescaut
Accommodation - 4 nights bed and breakfast at the 5* Kings Court Hotel (or similar)
Flights & transfers - return flights from London Heathrow to Prague and airport transfers in Prague.
Regional flights are available on request.
Welcome drink & meals - pre-dinner drink on the first evening plus 1 lunch and 2 dinners with wine
Excursions - a guided tour in Prague and visit to Nelahozeves Castle
Tour management - services of an experienced Musica Europa tour escort
Extras - all tips and gratuities
Personal travel insurance is not included
Alongside Prague’s magnificent culture and architecture you’ll discover a cosmopolitan vibe, contemporary entertainment and an array of global cuisines. To make your visit complete, the Kings Court Hotel offers an ideal location on Republic Square and all amenities needed for a perfect stay.
Fly to Prague and transfer to the city centre where you'll check in to the Kings Court Hotel (or similar).
🕰️18.15 - Welcome drink in the hotel bar
🕰️19:00 - Welcome dinner in the hotel restaurant
All times are approximate
After breakfast in the hotel, you will enjoy a morning tour of Prague Old Town followed by lunch. Your an afternoon is at leisure until our first performance, Othello.
🕰️10.00 - Walking tour of Prague's Old Town
🕰️13:00 - Lunch at Municipal house restaurant
Free afternoon
🕰️18:15 - Meet in hotel reception to transfer to the State Opera
🕰️19:00 - Othello (Verdi)
All times are approximate
Discover the charm of Prague's Old Town on a guided walking tour. Stroll through cobblestone streets, marvel at stunning architecture, and learn about the rich history of this enchanting city.
Welcome to the most beautiful Art Nouveau restaurant in the Czech Republic, which is once again open to the general public. The management firmly believe that modern Czech cuisine and excellently prepared Pilsner beer will not disappoint. You will enjoy a 2 course lunch with wine.
Othello is a tragic opera by Giuseppe Verdi, based on Shakespeare's play. It explores themes of jealousy, betrayal, and love through the tragic downfall of the noble Moor, Othello.
Synopsis and cast list:
Today you will explore Nelahozeves Castle and its surrounds before returning to Prague to enjoy dinner together.
🕰️09.00 - Depart for Nelahozeves Castle with the option to also visit Dvorak's birth home
Independent lunch
🕰️ 15.00 - Return to Prague
🕰️ 19.00 - Dinner at Triton Restaurant
All times are approximate
Nelahozeves Castle is a Renaissance jewel which houses numerous treasures for you to discover, spanning genres and themes such as cabinets of curiosities, genealogy, cartography, music, and fine decorative arts.
You will have a private guided tour followed by a wine tasting in the castle's cellars.
You may then explore at leisure or you have the option to visit Dvorak's birth home, a 2 minute walk from the castle.
Take lunch in the town or the castle itself.
Enjoy a 4 course dinner with wine at the unique Triton Restaurant.
Experience top-class gastronomy in a unique space right in the center of Prague’s Wenceslas Square. The atmosphere of our fine dining restaurant with more than 100 years of tradition will captivate you.
The 1912 Art Noveau interior of the restaurant resembles a stalactite cave with statues portraying Greek, Roman, and Egyptian mythology. Each of them evokes a different feeling and tells a different tale the same as our food.
Your day is free to do some further exploring of Prague until you meet again for this evening's performance of Manon Lescaut.
🕰️ 18.00 - Meet in the hotel reception to transfer to the State Opera.
🕰️19.00 - Manon Lescaut (Puccini)
All times are approximate
Some suggestions for your free day in Prague include:
Lobkovicz Palace - another House of Lobkovicz property, this 16th century palace is located in the centre of Prague
Petřín Hill - winding pathways through secluded gardens take you to a summit offering panoramic views of the city
Prague Castle - a castle complex that serves as the official residence and workplace of the president of Czechia
Vyšehrad - a historic fort in Prague that is, according to legend, the oldest seat of Czech princes dating back to the mid-10th century
Letná Park - an extensive park with grassy areas, mature trees and tree-lined avenues giving views of the Old Town
Manon Lescaut is a poignant opera by Puccini, telling the tragic love story of Manon and Des Grieux. Their passionate romance faces societal pressures leading to heartbreak and despair.
Bid sbohem (goodbye) to Prague as you return to the UK.
🕰️ 11.30 - Depart for Prague airport
All times are approximate
What is the dress code for the State Opera House?
There is no dress code at the State Opera, but a night at the opera can be a great excuse to get dressed up.
Are there translations for the operas?
Yes. Whilst the performances will be in Italian, there will be surtitles in both Czech and English.
What does the trip status mean?
Each trip carries a status which is updated in real time. Statuses are as follows:
AVAILABLE - the trip has space available but is not yet guaranteed due to not yet reaching minimum numbers
GUARANTEED - the trip has reached minimum numbers and is guaranteed to go ahead
ON REQUEST - the trip is not full but at this stage we need to check flight and performance ticket availability before confirming your place
WAIT-LISTED - the trip is sold out but you are welcome to join our waitlist for a cancellation by emailing [email protected]
What are the different trip types?
At a glance you can see what style trip each one is. All trips have the same level of high quality accommodation, meals and excursions, but their location or extras may dictate their type.
Intro - Our intro trips ease you into opera and classical music with quintessential locations, backstage tours and expert talks, combined with our usual level of luxury and inclusions
Classic - When you think of opera, where comes to mind? Italy? Vienna? Paris? Then a Classic trip sounds like the one for you.
New Horizons - These trips typically go to the places you might not immediately visualise when thinking of opera, but prepare to be pleasantly surprised
The Big Ticket - Longer-haul, once-in-a-lifetime trips that you just want to add to your bucket list
I'm not available on these dates, can I travel on another date?
Each season our programme contains a variation of destinations and performances spread througout the year on set dates. If you would like the same or a similar trip on a different date, we can organise this as a private tour on a date of your choosing, dependent on opera performances of course. We would need a minimum of 6 people for this trip to run so if you have a group of music-loving friends or family, do get in touch on [email protected] to discuss options and put a tailored trip together.
Is my holiday protected?
Yes. All of our trips including flights are covered by Musica Europa's membership of ATOL (membership number: 12418). If you have chosen to arrange your own flights, then cover for the rest of the holiday is provided through Musica Europa's membership of ABTOT (membership number: 5470)
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Musica Europa is a tour company with more than 35 years' experience delivering bespoke concert tours for choirs, bands and orchestras as well as exclusive and intimate cultural holidays for opera and classical music lovers.
Our directors, Andy and Ben are experienced musicians and tour leaders, while Brigitte and Claire are multilingual travel agents with a vast knowledge of destinations in Europe and beyond.
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"We thoroughly enjoyed our Puccini in Prague! Wonderful operas, beautifully sung and superb staging. Our hotel was great and all the trips were a pleasure with lovely lunches in good company. It was great to meet old friends and making new ones."
John M
"A first class tour with nothing to curb our enjoyment. The quality of the three operas was second to none. And Musica Europa’s flair for organisation and imaginative programming ensured that all participants were on the receiving end of a most professional and enjoyable experience."
Laurence G
"Five stars. Everything we have come to expect with Musica Europa - a programme of musical, cultural and gastronomic delights, coupled with excellent accommodation, all efficiently organised with a personal touch."
Nicol M
"Great trip to Prague. Three excellent Puccini operas in 2 lovely theatres. Good sightseeing during the day and fine restaurants/food. Nice company from like minded travellers. Overall a trip we enjoyed immensely."
Peter N
"It was a truly wonderful few days. It was such a treat to be looked after so well. To see three first class opera productions was a great privilege – they were all so dramatic and moving in different ways; both the singing and the orchestral playing was excellent. So, yes, indeed, everything went OK and words can’t really express what an enriching experience it was for us both."
Margaret O
"Thank you for your lovely welcome home email, and can only say that it confirms what I feel about your Company - a wonderful sense of courtesy, patience and organisation. I had a marvellous time in Munich where we only had to "play ladies" and did not have to think about anything. I think this is the hall-mark of a superior company."
Joan F
"We have now done nine Musica Europa Opera Club holidays - a total of 27 musical events (mainly opera, but also 4 ballets and 1 concert). Each tour has been an excellent experience with memorable opera, local city tours and hotels and, above all, an interesting group of similar minded companions."
Mr and Mrs H
