3
moderate
Activities
  • guided cycle
Accommodation
  • 7 nights in 3 star hotels or B & Bs
Meals
  • 3 Dinners
  • 7 Breakfasts

8 Days

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Overview

Trip Code: PVG

Trip highlights

  • Cycling through the Czech countryside through woods, the Djie national park and past the Trebon Ponds
  • Prague, Cesky Krumlov and the renaissance towns of Trebon and Telc
  • Crossing the border into Austria and arriving in Vienna
  • Interesting regional cuisine and a good selection of restaurants for dining out

The Greenways cycle trails link the iconic cities of Prague and Vienna through a network of peaceful country roads and dedicated paths. This trip explores the southern stretch, starting in the wooded hills near Cesky Krumlov and tracing a scenic route along the Czech–Austrian border. Along the way, you’ll pass through medieval towns where castles tower above cobbled squares, ride through national parks and rolling vineyards, and soak up the charm of rural life. Crossing into Austria at the historic town of Mikulov, the journey continues through quiet villages and vine-covered landscapes, finishing in the elegant and culturally rich city of Vienna.

Traveller Rating

 

Countries:

Czech Republic, Austria

Starting Point:

Prague

Finishing Point:

Vienna

Carbon Footprint

20kg of CO2-e PP per day

(139kg of CO2-e PP entire trip)

Itinerary

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Transfer to Cesky Krumlov (185km/110mi) from a specified hotel in Prague at approximately 9am. We recommend that you spend the night before the tour in Prague - we can assist with hotel bookings. There will be free time for sightseeing in Cesky Krumlov, one of Europe’s best preserved medieval towns. Welcome briefing with the group and dinner at a restaurant.

Meals:  D

The first cycling day leads you through the beautiful hilly landscape surrounding Cesky Krumlov. As you near the Trebon area, the trail gradient begins to level off. A scenic ride through a picturesque landscape ends in Renaissance town of Trebon, also well-known as a major spa resort. In Trebon you can visit the Schwarzenberg Tomb. We also recommend an evening walk around the Renaissance town.

Meals:  B

Optional tour of Trebon chateau in the morning. The trail winds past many ponds and man-made lakes, typical of this region, to Perslak, the most northern point of Austria. You follow the border with Austria on the Greenways trail passing through Nova Bystrice. From Nova Bystrice the trail takes you through the forests of the National Park called Czech Canada. The day ends in Telc, a Renaissance town registered on the UNESCO Cultural Heritage List. Houses on the main square in Telc, with facades decorated with typically renaissance graffiti, form the best-preserved Renaissance square in the Czech Republic.

Meals:  B

Optional tour of Telc chateau in the morning. Todays cycle takes you through several charming villages typical for this area of the country. We will cycle gently through the region of South Moravia. We will stay overnight in Vranov which is situated near a dam.

Meals:  B,D

Cycling on the Greenways trail the route takes you alongside the river Dyje and next to the southern Czech border with Austria. This very beautiful trail leads through the national park of Dyje to Znojmo, the gateway to the wine producing region of South Moravia.

Meals:  B

This flatland region is a traditional vine-growing area and there are many wine cellars. We continue the cycle to arrive in Mikulov, a town with a rich history, a beautiful castle and an historical square. Choose a long or slightly shorter cycling option today. Check-in to your hotel in late afternoon, leisure time in the evening.

Meals:  B,D

You cross the border at the Mikulov border checkpoint and the rest of the day is spent in Austria. The ride in Austria is, to begin, very similar to the Czech section. There are vineyards, fields and small villages along the trail. Experienced bikers can reach the Vienna hotel by bike. We finish the cycling part of the trail in Mistelbach (46km/28mi) and travel the rest of the journey by minibus to Vienna. Overnight Vienna – dinner not included. Note: The support vehicle with bikes and the tour leader leave Vienna on Day 7 in the early afternoon. You can return by support vehicle to Prague for free and therefore spend the last night in Prague (must be advised at time of booking) or stay on in Vienna.

Meals:  B

Arrangements end after breakfast.

Meals:  B

Inclusions

What's included

  • 7 breakfasts - continental breakfasts are served and will often consist of breads, spreads, yoghurt, cheese, tea, coffee & juices
  • 3 dinners - these usually consist of 3 courses using local ingredients. The meals may be provided at a local restaurant or in the hotel dining room. Dinners are in Cesky Krumlov and usually Vranov and Mikulov (nights are subject to change). The guide will always recommend where to eat in other towns.
  • 7 nights accommodation in 3 star hotels or B & Bs on a twinshare basis with ensuite facilities
  • Information pack including route notes and maps (per room)
  • Luggage Transfer, (can be 2 pieces but total weight max 20kg per person) supplement applies for excess
  • 24 or 27 speed hybrid bike equipped with a handlebar bag, panniers and helmet - on request (e-bike available on request - supplement applies)
  • Support vehicle
  • English speaking tour leader from day 1 to 7
  • Pick up from selected hotels in Prague and transfer to Cesky Krumlov on day 1
  • Transfer on day 7 from either Poysdorf or Mistelbach to Vienna hotel
  • Group welcome and trip briefing
  • Refreshments in support vehicle (soft drinks, snacks, fruit) and water for bike flasks

  • Travel to Prague and from Vienna
  • Meals not listed as included, drinks
  • Travel insurance - mandatory
  • A single supplement will apply if you book a single room
  • Entrance fees and guided tours of castles and monuments enroute
  • Transfers not listed included
  • Transfers by taxi or public transport if you need to skip a stage
  • Excess luggage
  • Items of a personal nature
  • Hotel taxes - approx EUR1-2 pp per night payable in cash
  • Tips

Bike information

Hybrid bike

During the trip you will be provided with a 24 or 27 speed hybrid bike rental with panniers, lock and helmet.

Electric Bike

An electric bike is available on request. A supplement applies, see below.

Electric bikes, or e-bikes, are designed to make cycling easier. The pedaling ‘boost’ provided by an e-bike opens up more options, allowing people of different fitness levels to cycle together or for cyclists to take on routes they may otherwise consider too tough for their current fitness capabilities. Please note that e-bikes are heavier than normal bikes and given the higher speed possible, should only be ridden by confident cyclists.

Suitability

moderate

3

GRADE 3 - The cycling distances range from 25 to 96km (15.5 to 59.5mi) over undulating terrain with some steep hills - you may need to walk your bike uphill for short sections. The rides follow mostly well surfaced tarmac lanes and secondary roads with little traffic however there are parts of the ride on dirt tracks with a few soft sand areas where caution is required. Inevitably, near the larger towns there is more traffic. It is considered suitable for cyclists with a good level of fitness, able to tackle some hills. E-bikes are available should you be concerned about your fitness. We recommend that you familiarise yourself with road cycling in light traffic in order to participate comfortably. *For safety reasons, we insist that cycle helmets are worn whilst cycling.

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