Cycling Prague to Vienna

Cycling Prague to Vienna

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$3350

Cycling Prague to Vienna

8 Days Starting in Prague, Czech Republic and ending in Vienna, Austria

Visiting: Prague, Český Krumlov, Třeboň, Telč, Znojmo, Valtice, Vienna

Tour operator:

SpiceRoads Cycling

Tour code:

MCT-PTV

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

4 - 16

Physical rating:

Medium

Tour operated in:

English

Interests:

Cultural, History

From: $3350

NB: Prices correct on 19-Sep-2024 but subject to change.

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Tour Overview

Embark on an exhilarating journey from Prague to Vienna on this cycling adventure through the heart of Europe. Starting in the vibrant city of Prague, you'll cycle through the picturesque landscapes of South Bohemia, visiting charming villages like Holašovice and the medieval town of Ceský Krumlov. Ride through the historic fish ponds of Trebon, explore the Renaissance and Baroque beauty of Telc, and traverse the rustic roads near the former Iron Curtain. Discover the wine-rich town of Znojmo, the vineyards of Moravia, and the grand châteaux of Valtice. Conclude your tour with a scenic loop around Valtice and a transfer to Vienna, where your unforgettable cycling journey ends.

Highlights

  • Cycling from the baroque-era village of Holašovice to the picturesque medieval town of Ceský Krumlov with its towering castle and historic center.

  • Riding through the southern Bohemian countryside and visiting the town of Trebon, with an optional tour of one of the oldest Czech breweries.

  • Exploring the historic town of Telc with its photogenic market square lined with colorful Renaissance and Baroque style houses.

  • Cycling through rustic areas near the former Iron Curtain, passing the hilltop castle of Vranov nad Dyjí and staying in the wine-rich town of Znojmo.

  • Venturing through the Moravian countryside, passing through Mikulov with its prominent castle and ending in Valtice with its grand château.

  • A cool-down ride around Valtice, visiting the baroque wonderland of Lednice with its magnificent castles, serene lakes, and sprawling English-style gardens.

  • A Moravian wine tasting followed by a farewell dinner.

Itinerary

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Day 1 : Meet In Prague

Location: Prague

Meals Included: Dinner

We meet at our tour hotel in Prague and head out for a trip briefing and welcome dinner.

Day 2 : Prague – Holašovice– Český Krumlov

Location: Český Krumlov

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

We transfer to South Bohemia and start cycling from the baroque-era village of Holašovice. Passing through meadows and fields, we reach the picturesque medieval town of Český Krumlov with its towering castle and charming historic center nestled in a meander of the Vltava River.

Day 3 : Český Krumlov – Třeboň

Location: Třeboň

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

We ride through the southern Bohemian countryside, passing through a network of historic fish ponds leading to the town of Třeboň. In the afternoon, you can partake in an optional tour of one of the oldest Czech breweries. Na zdraví (cheers)!

Day 4 : Třeboň – Telč

Location: Telč

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

We transition from Bohemia to Moravia, riding on roads and trails through marshlands, forests, farms and rustic villages. Our destination is the historic town Telč with its photogenic market square lined with rows of colorful Renaissance and Baroque style houses.

Day 5 : Telč – Znojmo

Location: Znojmo

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

We cycle through rustically rural areas which were once on the edge of the Iron Curtain. Riding on hilly backcountry roads, we pass through forests and stop to admire views over the hilltop castle of Vranov nad Dyjí. We spend the night in the wine rich town of Znojmo.

Day 6 : Znojmo – Valtice

Location: Valtice

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

We continue through the Moravian countryside, venturing deeper into a landscape of vineyards and Old World charm. We pass through Mikulov with its prominent castle and end the ride in Valtice where we spend the next two nights at a hotel located in the grounds of the town’s grand château.

Day 7 : Valtice-Lednice Loop & Wine Tasting

Location: Valtice

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

The tour’s cool-down ride. We make a loop around Valtice, heading for the baroque wonderland of Lednice, with its magnificent castles, serene lakes, and sprawling English-style gardens. In the afternoon we have a Morovian wine tasting followed by a farewell dinner.

Day 8 : Valtice – Vienna

Location: Vienna

Meals Included: Breakfast

We transfer to Vienna where we end the tour with a drop off at your post-tour hotel. Want to continue the cycling fun? Then book our "Cycling Vienna to Budapest" tour which begins with a trip briefing and welcome dinner this evening.

What's Included

  • Welcome Dinner

    A welcome dinner is provided on the first day of the tour in Prague.

  • Trip Briefing

    A trip briefing is provided on the first day of the tour in Prague.

  • Cycling Routes

    Cycling routes through various scenic locations including Holašovice, Ceský Krumlov, Trebon, Telc, Znojmo, Mikulov, Valtice, and Lednice.

  • Accommodation

    Accommodation is provided at various locations including Valtice for two nights.

  • Moravian Wine Tasting

    A Moravian wine tasting session is included on the seventh day of the tour.

  • Farewell Dinner

    A farewell dinner is provided on the seventh day of the tour.

  • Transfer to Vienna

    Transfer to Vienna is provided on the last day of the tour.

What's Not Included

  • Bike Hire

    Bike hire is not included in the tour package.

  • Optional Brewery Tour

    The optional tour of one of the oldest Czech breweries in Trebon is not included.

Mode of Transport

Transportation includes cycling through scenic routes, with transfers provided to and from key locations such as South Bohemia and Vienna.

Accommodation

Accommodation includes stays in charming hotels and guesthouses, with a highlight being two nights at a hotel located in the grounds of Valtice's grand château.

Check out our Q&As

  • What is the starting point of the tour?

    The tour starts in Prague.

  • Where does the tour end?

    The tour ends in Vienna.

  • What happens on the first day of the tour?

    On the first day, you will meet at the tour hotel in Prague for a trip briefing and welcome dinner.

  • What can I expect on the second day of the tour?

    On the second day, you will transfer to South Bohemia and start cycling from the baroque-era village of Holašovice, passing through meadows and fields to reach the picturesque medieval town of Český Krumlov.

  • Is there an optional activity on the third day?

    Yes, on the third day, you can partake in an optional tour of one of the oldest Czech breweries in the town of Třeboň.

  • What is the highlight of the fourth day?

    The highlight of the fourth day is riding through marshlands, forests, farms, and rustic villages to reach the historic town of Telč, known for its photogenic market square lined with colorful Renaissance and Baroque style houses.

  • What unique experience is offered on the fifth day?

    On the fifth day, you will cycle through areas that were once on the edge of the Iron Curtain, passing through forests and admiring views over the hilltop castle of Vranov nad Dyjí, and spend the night in the wine-rich town of Znojmo.

  • What is special about the accommodation on the sixth day?

    On the sixth day, you will stay at a hotel located in the grounds of the grand château in Valtice.

  • What activities are planned for the seventh day?

    On the seventh day, you will make a loop around Valtice, visit the baroque wonderland of Lednice, and enjoy a Moravian wine tasting followed by a farewell dinner.

  • How does the tour conclude on the eighth day?

    On the eighth day, you will transfer to Vienna and be dropped off at your post-tour hotel. If you wish to continue cycling, you can book the 'Cycling Vienna to Budapest' tour, which begins with a trip briefing and welcome dinner that evening.

  • Do I need to have travel insurance?

    Yes! SpiceRoads insists that all clients must take out good travel insurance before joining one of our tours. There are inherent risks involved in cycling and mountain biking and we will not be liable for your medical expenses or evacuation in case of an accident. This insurance must include adequate coverage for any personal accident, medical expenses, injury, death and repatriation. Insurance should also provide coverage for cancellations or curtailment of the holiday. Clients should also ensure that there are no exclusion clauses limiting protection for any dangerous or unusual activities that might be included in their tour. If you join the tour without adequate insurance you may be disallowed from continuing on the tour without the right of refund. Clients are solely responsible for arranging their insurance and they should ensure that they are covered for the full duration of their tour. Your tour leader will ask for copies of your insurance before allowing you to join the tour. This protects both you and us.

  • Is the trip guaranteed to depart and does it require a minimum number of people?

    There is a minimum number of participants (usually 2) required to enable the trip to go ahead. Once the minimum number is reached, the trip status will change from 'Available' to 'Guaranteed to Depart'. Once a trip is guaranteed to depart you are free to book your flights and make other travel arrangements. If the trip status is ‘Limited’ will mean we have only a small number of spaces available for booking. If you are unsure about the trip status, please contact us.

  • Why hire a bike from SpiceRoads?

    SpiceRoads bikes are never just "fit for duty" but a key component of our riders’ tour experience and satisfaction. For tours with bike hire option, renting one of our bikes saves hassle, not to mention precious luggage allowance. All SpiceRoads tours use well-known makes of mountain, hybrid or road bikes (depending on the tour) with lightweight alloy frames, 24- to 27-speed gearing, v-brakes or disc brakes and Shimano components. Mountain bikes all have front suspension. We renew bikes in our fleet every two seasons. When in use, our bikes are well-cared for, including full service before each trip and daily cleaning while on tour. SpiceRoads tour support vehicles carry plenty of spares and extra tubes for every emergency.

  • Do you have E-Bikes?

    Electric "pedal assist" e-bikes are available on select tours. E-bikes can help manage long distances and climbing terrain through the use of a pedal-activated electric motor. Unlike other e-bikes, "pedal assistedr" e-bikes feel more natural to the rider. We recommend e-bikes for riders interested in tours that might normally be too challenging for them, or for groups of riders with mixed ability. E-bikes provide assistance for long distance or more challenging terrain, but they can’t do all the work for you! Always chose a tour within the range of your own abilities to ensure your own enjoyment when exploring a new destination. Contact us for a complete list of e-bike available tours.

  • What do I need to bring if I rent a SpiceRoads bike?

    Bikes rented for tours always come with a helmet, a single water bottle cage, and a standard saddle. If you prefer to bring your own saddle (just the saddle, not the seat post), additional water bottle cage, or SPD pedals, we will fit them to your bike for the tour. Don’t forgot to bring your shoes and cleats if you bring SPD pedals! Women specific seats are recommended for longer tours. We have a limited supply of gel seat covers to soften the ride, and of strap-on toe cages. Please enquire about adding these during your booking.

  • Do you have details of the SpiceRoads fleet?

    In Thailand we have a fleet of Verve city bikes, TREK 4300 and X-Caliber 7 mountain bikes, TREK 7.2 X, FX 3 and 7200 hybrid bikes and Trek 2.1 C, Domane 2.0, Lexa SL and carbon Émonda S5 road bikes. We also carry Giant 2019 Explore E+ 3 e-bikes. Our bicycles are available in sizes ranging from 13 inches to 22 1/2 inches or 47 cm to 62 cm. Please note that a certain frame model is not guaranteed. In Bangkok and Chiang Mai, baby seats, tag-alongs, and child bikes for children are available. In Bangkok the single-wheeled tag-along bike attach to the seat-post of an adult bike, allowing a child to pedal along behind the adult. There's no age limit to the tag-along bike, but there is a 36 kg weight limit. Bike hire is include in the tour price for short tours, while longer tours offer bike hire as a supplement, as many riders opt to bring their own bike for our cycling tours. Depending on the destination, length of tour, and type of bike, hire costs vary.

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  • Transfer as credit to Future Tours

    SpiceRoads Cycling allows you to transfer existing payments to a future tour to avoid cancellation fees if you can't travel and inform spiceroads cycling, 40 days before departure.

  • Low Deposit

    SpiceRoads Cycling requires a minimum deposit of 10% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 60 days before departure.

  • Cancellation Policy

    We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of spiceroads cycling charges.

    At 61 days before tour starts: Forfeit 0% of booking price.

    At 60 days before tour starts: Forfeit 70% of booking price.

    At 14 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.