Created in partnership with the , this journey celebrates Bohemian architectural heritage with visits to magnificent Baroque halls, manors of noble Czech families, private palaces, and one of the finest Renaissance castles.
An essential stop for architecture and design, Prague and its countryside feature notable examples of Baroque, Romanesque, Rococo, Gothic, Art Nouveau, Art Deco, and Cubist styles. Tour stops include private villas and buildings renowned for their lavish decorative interiors, stained glass, mosaics, frescoed ceilings and exquisite Czech craftsmanship.
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Please note that a fully tax-deductible donation of $600 per person is required to participate in this travel program. All travel program participants have the opportunity to receive a complimentary Individual level membership for one year to the ICAA.
Strahov Monastery Library
Morning visit to the Strahov Monastery Library, including parts normally closed to the public, renowned for its magnificent Baroque halls, frescoed ceilings, and centuries-old collections of rare manuscripts and books.
Sternberg Palace
Stop at Sternberg Palace鈥檚 hidden sculpture garden.
St. Vitus Cathedral
Exclusive tour of Prague鈥檚 most iconic Gothic landmark, St. Vitus Cathedral, including access to St. Wenceslas Chapel and the Royal Crypt.
Lobkowicz Palace
Lunch at Lobkowicz Palace, a magnificent Baroque residence filled with art, historical treasures, and a celebrated music collection, with a private tour of the family鈥檚 collection led by the 1st Prince of Lobkowicz, William E. Lobkowicz.
Waldstein Garden
Walk through the 17th-century Waldstein Garden.
Cesky Krumlov Castle
Private visit to the UNESCO World Heritage site Cesky Krumlov Castle, with exclusive access to the Bellaria Summer House, the Castle Library and Gardens and a special behind-the-scenes exploration of the Baroque Theatre, widely considered one of the best-preserved Baroque theaters in Europe.
Hluboka Castle
Private visit to Hlubok谩 Castle, a Neo-Gothic residence renowned for its ornate interiors and landscaped gardens.
Mala Strana
Full-day walking tour of Prague鈥檚 historic center, Mal谩 Strana, including Charles Bridge, the city鈥檚 most iconic medieval crossing, hidden courtyards such as Vrtba Garden, and Prague鈥檚 Baroque masterpiece, St. Nicholas Church.
Lord Mayor鈥檚 Residence
Private tour of the Lord Mayor鈥檚 Residence, an Art Deco ceremonial suite designed by Franti拧ek Roith.
Chateau Veltrusy
Private tour of Chateau Veltrusy, the Rococo jewel of the Lower Vltava.
Nelahozeves Castle
Tour of the 16th-century Nelahozeves Castle, a Renaissance masterpiece of the House of Lobkowicz, with a curator-led visit highlighting Old Master paintings.
Troja Palace
Tour of Troja Palace, a remarkable Baroque villa by architect Jean Baptiste Mathey, home to collections of 19th-century Czech art.
Municipal House
Private tour of one of the city鈥檚 Art Nouveau gems, Municipal House, home to the celebrated concert venue Smetana Hall.
Savarin Palace
Exclusive after-hours visit and celebratory farewell dinner at Savarin Palace, including a tour of the newly opened Mucha Foundation Art Museum with its founder, Marcus Mucha, highlighting the family鈥檚 iconic posters, drawings, and personal objects.
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Troja Palace, photo by Xenia Bobyleva
St. Vitus Cathedral, photo by Leonhard Niederwimmer
膶esk媒 Krumlov, photo by Felix Mittermeier
膶esk媒 Krumlov Castle, photo by Leonhard Niederwimmer
Hlubok谩 Castle, photo by Leonhard Niederwimmer
Charles Bridge, photo by Wolfgang Weiser
Charles Bridge
Vrtba Garden (image: wikimedia / VitVit)
Ch芒teau Veltrusy (Veltrusy Mansion) (image: wikimedia / VitVit)
Municipal House (image: wikimedia / Bengt Nyman)
If you would like to register, you may contact the travel operator organizing the program. Please note that a $600 donation per person to the ICAA is required in order to participate in each travel program.
Your $600 donation helps to further the ICAA鈥檚 goal of advancing the practice and appreciation of the classical tradition in architecture and the allied arts by supporting its varied educational programs, including continuing education courses, college workshops, the Summer Studio in Classical Architecture, New Heights, and many more.
Yes, a donation of $600 to the ICAA is required for each travel program you register for. The donation is required for each person attending a tour.
You can make your $600 donation to the ICAA online, or you can download, complete, and mail this form to the ICAA. You can alternatively fax a copy to 212-730-9649. You may also call 212-730-9646 x102 or email [email protected] to make a donation. Donations must be made separately from the registration fee.
The $600 donation should be made only after your registration has been confirmed by Indagare. Please contact Indagare first to complete your registration, and once they confirm your place on the trip, you may then submit the required $600 donation.
No, membership is not required to attend an ICAA travel program. However, complimentary Individual membership to the ICAA is included with your $600 required donation.
For full itinerary and more information, contact [email protected], 646-780-8383. Due to the exclusive nature of our tours, some private locations or visits may be omitted from the ICAA's website.
Over the past several years, the ICAA has travelled to destinations including Paris; Andalusia; Atlanta; Barbados; South Africa; Chicago; the Netherlands and Belgium; Scotland; the French Riviera; Morocco; the Italian Lake Region; Charlottesville; Naples; and New Delhi, among many other locations. The ICAA is always looking to diversify its travel offerings. If you have a suggestion or location you would like to see added, please email [email protected].