Cycle Prague to Vienna

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Cycle the enchanting Greenways trail connecting the Czech Republic and Austria

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Overview

Trip type
Self-Guided / Independent Tour
Lodging level
Basic - 2 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

Highlights

    • Cycling through the Czech countryside through woods, the Djie national park and past the Trebon Ponds
    • Visiting 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

What's this trip about?

    Cycle the enchanting Greenways trail connecting the Czech Republic and Austria

Details

Itinerary focusOperator does not provide
Group sizeSmall Group - max of 15 people
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportN/A
Start CityPrague
End CityVienna

Travel Themes

  • Cycling & Biking
  • Eco, Sustainable & Green Travel

Destinations

  • Europe

Attractions

  • Vienna

Activities

  • Cycling
  • Independent

Trip includes

    • 7 breakfasts - continental breakfasts are served and will often consist of breads, spreads, yoghurt, cheese, tea, coffee & juices
    • 7 nights accommodation in 3 star hotels on a twin share basis with ensuite facilities (optional upgrade to mainly 4 star hotels - supplement applies)
    • Luggage transfer
    • 24 speed hybrid or mountain bike equipped with panniers, helmet, lock, handlebar bag and one repair kit per room, adjusted for your specifications (e-bikes available, supplement applies)
    • Pick-up from any hotel in Prague and transfer to Cesky Krumlov on day 1
    • Transfer on day 7 from either Poysdorf or Mistelbach to Vienna hotel
    • Emergency hotline
    • GPS set with recorded routes, batteries and battery charger (per group booked)
    • Information pack including route notes and maps (per room booked)

Itinerary

Travel Map

Day 1 Transfer from Prague to Cesky Krumlov

Morning transfer from any Prague hotel to Cesky Krumlov (175km/109mi), free time for sightseeing in Cesky Krumlov, one of Europe’s best preserved medieval towns.

meals : Array

Day 2 Cycle to the Renaissance town of Trebon (53-63km/32-38mi)

The first cycling day leads 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.

meals : B

Day 3 Follow the Greenways trail through Nova Bystrice to Telc (78km/48.5mi)

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 No...

Day 4 Gentle cycle through South Moravia to Vranov (55km/34mi)

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

meals : B

Day 5 Follow the river Dyje Znojmo (32-38km/20-23mi)

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

Day 6 Past cellar doors to Mikulov with its castle and historic square (61-72km/37-43mi)

This flatland region is a traditional vine-growing area and there are many wine cellars. Continue the cycle to arrive in Mikulov, a town with a rich history, a beautiful castle and an historical square. Check-in to your hotel in late afternoon, leisure time in the evening.

meals : B

Day 7 Cycle into Austria and transfer to Vienna (25, 48 or 96km/15.5, 30 or 59.5mi)

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 Vie...

Day 8 Trip concludes Vienna

The tour ends after breakfast around 9am in Vienna and individual departure.

meals : B

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Dates & Availability

Price From $5,090
Price per day$636
Last Updated: 3/26/2018

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Prices may vary due to local taxes and trip seasonality. Click "Request Info" to inquire directly with the tour operator for the final trip price.

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Logistics

What's excluded

    • Travel to Prague and from Vienna
    • Lunch, dinners and beverages
    • Items of a personal nature including entrance fees, laundry, phone calls
    • Entrance fees
    • Tour guide - this is a self guided trip
    • Travel insurance - mandatory

Accommodation

7 nights in 3 star hotels,
Requirements
The cycling distances range from 25 to 96km (15.5 to 59.5mi) over flat to undulating terrain. The rides follow mostly well surfaced tarmac lanes and secondary roads with little traffic and a few dirt tracks. Inevitably, near the larger towns there is more traffic. It is considered suitable for cyclists with a good level of 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. Bike helmet (provided on request with bike), wet weather gear, sunscreen, jogging shoes and sun hat. (A comprehensive packing list is included in the pre-departure kit provided on booking).,
Travel Insurance
We require that you take out a personal travel insurance policy to cover against sickness, accident, loss of baggage, unexpected alterations to travel arrangements and travel disruption, emergency evacuation, cancellations, etc. A suggested policy is enclosed with these notes. If you take out an alternative policy, we need to be advised of the details. Please note: if you choose credit card cover, in our experience, this may not insure against high cost needs. For example; helicopter emergency evacuation. If you do decide to choose credit card coverage, please check all policy details thoroughly. You should always carry your travel insurance policy, emergency card and photocopies of your passport and cash cards with you during your trip.
Visa requirements
Visas not required for citizens of Australia, Canada, USA and New Zealand for up to 90 days in a period of 180 days for all Schengen countries (see www.schengenvisainfo.com/schengen-visa-countries-list/ for countries part of the Schengen). Please ensure your passport is stamped on arrival in the Schengen area. For all other nationalities and for longer stays in countries covered by the Schengen Agreement (Australian New Zealand, Canadian and US passport holders), please contact the relevant embassy. Stays of longer than 90 days in the Schengen area require a long stay visa for the country you are spending most time in. However long stay visas are unlikely to be issued unless there is a valid reason (eg. studying in country). Unfortunately we cannot assist in obtaining visas for long stays due to individual country visa requirements.
Age Requirements
No age restrictions
Additional Information
7 nights in 3 star hotels2016 CHANGE - day 1 included transfer from Prague is from any hotel, NOT airport (extra cost). need to specify bike type (ie. hybrid or mountain bike) when requesting trip On request, free of charge with bike rental, has to be ordered in advance. helmet, rear pannier 2017 - electric bikes are available but are more expensive on the self guided tour than guided, as they are on a request basis i.e. on demand and op has to return them straight away from Vienna at the end back to Prague to avoid additional hire fees per day. Bike equipment - in 2015 the bike rental will include: bike, handle-bar bag, lock and one repair kit per 1-3 bikes GPS as standard on SELF GUIDED only - one per group, second if available will be for 15 Euro per tour 2015 - option to upgrade to mostly 4* hotels. DAY 7 MIKULOV-VIENNA - if clients choose to ride all the way, it is approx 96km BUT final distance will depend on their Vienna hotel location, e.g. Hotel Pharmador is approx 120km. Only for confident or experienced cyclists - long day and hilly stages. Clients need to meet the luggage driver in Vienna to hand over bikes - usually 6pm but time is flexible, please book with operator. 1/ as standard and free of charge (pictures at bottom on web) - handle bar bag - each bike - rear pannier (top one) with repair kit* - one per each two bikes, spare tube per bike - rear pannier (side pannier) - lock - each bike - new cycling water bottle - each bike - GPS* with pre-recorded recommended route - one per group *Repair kits and GPS are provided to clients on Self Guided tours. On Group Guided tours the guide takes care of the clients.... 2/ only on request, has to be ordered in advance - helmet -free of charge - 100% waterproof pannier - 20 Euro per pannier per tour
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