The Czech capital, defined by its Gothic towers and the serpentine curves of the Vltava has perpetually drawn visitors into its spell however, for the cultivated traveller with a taste for opulence and culinary mastery the city extends a weekend of intentional and sophisticated enjoyment. A wealth of knowledge on discreet elite services in Prague can be found on the online guide.

This is not a frantic dash from one landmark to the next but a deliberate exploration of the city's choicest lodgings, its Michelin-recognised dining rooms, its behind-the-scenes cultural experiences, and its quiet sanctuaries away from the crowds. Planned to be experienced with patience and depth, not skimmed superficially.

The itinerary opens at the point of check-in to a hotel that offers both a place of calm and a powerful signal of status. The Four Seasons, offering both river panoramas and perfected hospitality, and the Mandarin Oriental, which has moved from religious life to high-end living, are the two places that launch the weekend best. Having unpacked and relaxed, say no to the temptation to begin your sightseeing without taking a moment. Instead, take the elevator to the T-Anker's rooftop for a cocktail with a sunset view.

The commanding outlook over the Old Town's warm-coloured roofs and its spires provides the ideal first taste of the city's beauty. The meal that night must be a grand and ambitious affair. Reserve the exclusive dining chamber at La Degustation Boheme Bourgeoise, a venue that has been recognised with a Michelin star. At this address, Chef Oldrich Sahajda applies his creative vision to the food of his heritage, delivering it with surgical accuracy. The degustation menu, accompanied by wines from the Moravian vineyards, narrates the tale of the Bohemian landscape and its produce, a story that will persist in your mind well beyond the final plate.

Saturday should be entered with a pace that is gentle and low-pressure. Forgo the crowded crossing of Charles Bridge during the tourist-heavy hours. Select a private river trip in the early light, to see the fortress surface through the haze, glass in hand. After you have eaten at the refined Cafe Savoy, a place where height of ceiling and quality of Austrian sweet goods are the two notable features Commit the end of the morning to a private exploration of the castle and its key buildings. Bypassing the queues for St. Vitus Cathedral and the Old Royal Palace.

The person who conducts your tour, an art historian of some expertise, will show you elements that would otherwise be invisible to the untrained eye. For your lunch, pull away from the tourist clusters and eat in the garden at Kampa Park, located underneath the Charles Bridge. From the terrace, you get one of Prague's most sought-after photo views, together with seafood and meats that are grilled to a very high standard.

The time following the midday meal is dedicated to personal enjoyment. Secure a two-hour appointment at the Mandarin Oriental's spa, which is housed in a structure that began life as a Renaissance church. In this space, the treatments are a fusion of Bohemian historical practice and state-of-the-art wellness knowledge.

As the evening comes on, put on your formal clothes and go to the National Theatre, where opera or ballet will be playing. And book a private seating area for you and those accompanying you. Post-opera or ballet, a late table at Field awaits — this is a further Michelin-starred venue — with modern Czech dishes in an environment that is close, simple, and has the air of being a secret.

The last day is one where you are not in a hurry to finish. Begin the last day with a breakfast at Cafe Imperial that is not taken at an early hour; the cafe itself is a masterpiece of Art Deco ceramic splendour.