A great way to experience our part of the world to the fullest! Visit the most beautiful historic and natural monuments by bike and float down the most charming section of the Vltava river by boat. The route begins at the north of South Bohemia and continues to historic Třeboň known for its many lakes, passes the most beautiful chateaux Hluboká and leads through Blanský Forest to Český Krumlov, the pearl of South Bohemia (UNESCO), and for three days continues along the Vltava River and Lipno lake to the Šumava National Park. This route is ideal for those seeking out history, natural beauty, and a slower pace of life.
50—55 km
(31—34 miles)
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In the morning we pick you up at your hotel in Prague and take you to the north of South Bohemia. On the first day you can choose from two routes. The first route starts in historic town Tábor, known as the center of the Hussite movement. Continue on your bicycle through gently rolling countryside with pine groves and picturesque lakes. Halfway through the trip you will discover one of the pearls of South Bohemia, the romantic chateau of Červená Lhota, built on a tiny island in the middle of a lake. The second route will be especially appreciated by nature lovers. You will start in Kardašova Řečice, a small village near Tábor. The route is mostly on car-free cycle paths and largely passes through the Třeboňsko protected landscape area, known for its ponds, pine forests, meadows and an area rich in waterfowl. Along the way you will have several opportunities to swim in local sandpits. Both routes will take you to Jindřichův Hradec, a historic town with its own dominant castle. Overnight in Jindřichův Hradec.
50 km
(31 miles)
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This day you will ride through countryside featuring lakes and pine groves. This picturesque landscape is filled with romantic hideaways, meadows surrounded by forests, and ponds, founded in medieval period by famous hydro engineer Jakub Krčín. In the afternoon you ride to Třeboň, the center of Czech fishing as well as a town rich in Renaissance architecture with its own castle and spa. Overnight in Třeboň.
44 km
(27 miles)
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Today several highlights await you! Quite and easy ride, leading firstly through pine forests and ponds to Hluboka nad Vltavou, arguably the most beautiful castle of Czech Republic. Don´t miss the castle tour! After lunch, continue on a new smooth cycle track Greenway RD ( Eurovelo 7 ) along the Vltava river to České Budejovice, the city, that gave the name to the famous Czech beer Budweisser Budvar. We reccommend you to taste the local beer specialities at Masne Kramy restaurant, the flag ship of Budvar Brewery or in the small private brewery Krajinská 27 . Overnight in České Budejovice.
31—50 km
(19—31 miles)
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Today there are two options. A shorter relaxing route leads on the main cycle track Greenway RD ( Eurovelo 7 ), folowing the Vltava river valley through the picturesque villages including Zlata Koruna, with its famous 13th. century monastery and ending in Cesky Krumlov, the pearl of Czech Republic. You can spend the afternoon wandering through the narrow streets, visiting castle museum or just relaxing on the boat trip on the Vltava river. If 30km of cycling is not enough for you, choose the second option. The route leads through rolling terrain to Holasovice (UNESCO), village famous for its “village baroque style” houses and then climbes through Blansky Forest to Cesky Krumlov. If you feel tired, you can use the chairlift in Krasetin which takes you and your bike to Kleť, the highest peak of Blansky forest park. At the top you can take in the views from the stone lookout and then enjoy 11km of downhill riding to Cesky Krumlov. Overnight in Cesky Krumlov.
35—54 km
(22—34 miles)
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In the morning we will transport you by car (about 20 minutes) to Frymburk, a small town on the bank of Lake Lipno. On this day, you can choose from three routes of different lengths, which lead along car-free trails around the lake and the Vltava River. For this reason, you can start in the morning or even in the early afternoon if you want to spend more time in Český Krumlov. The shortest route runs only along the lake with a detour to the ruins of Vitkov Kamen Castle, whose tower offers a beautiful view of Lake Lipno. The other two routes continue along the new cycle path through the national nature reserve Čertova Stěna to Vyšší Brod, the mecca of Czech paddlers and an impressive Cistercian monastery. One of the routes then returns along the other side of the Vltava River back to Lake Lipno and the other one, more challenging, continues along the border with Austria, through the location of abandoned villages. All three routes end in Kyselov, from where you can take a ferry to your hotel on the other side of the lake. Overnight in Dolni Vltavice.
49—60 km
(30—37 miles)
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In the morning, take the ferry back to the other side of the lake. Today’s journey takes you first into Austria, and then the route follows the Schwarzeberg Canal, a national cultural monument, which was used to transport timber in the past. The route leads through the Šumava National Park to Nová Pec, where the Vltava River flows into Lake Lipno. On the other side of the lake, trail 33 will lead you back to your hotel. If you find today’s route short, you can extend it with a detour to Jelení vrchy, where you can also see the Schwarzeberg Canal exposition. Especially on the way from Nova Pec to your hotel you will have many opportunities for swimming and sunbathing. Overnight in Dolní Vltavice.
35—53 km
(22—33 miles)
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Today you can choose from two differently challenging routes. The first easy route leads through the protected area of Boletice, stop off at the newly reconstructed church of Svatý Mikuláš, and continues directly to Český Krumlov. The second route departs from the first one in Boletice and leads you to Český Krumlov via Klet’ (1084 m), the highest peak of the Blanský Forest. Klet’ is a beautiful place! Here you will find a historical lookout tower from where you can often see the Austrian Alps, an astronomical observatory and a local famous restaurant. Reaching this peak would definitely be a great way to finish your trip in style! Overnight in Cesky Krumlov.
Enjoy your last day in Český Krumlov — take a free boat trip on the Vltava river, take a walking tour of the city, discover the city from a wooden raft or visit the castle. There are many things to do here! Transfer by coach to Prague depending on your requirements.
Eat&Drink&Cycle group, Turkey
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Eva & Fred & Cheryl, USA
“ It was very helpful to have the combination of maps, cue sheet, and GPS. I felt supported and cared about. Issues (including user error with the GPS) were addressed in a timely manner. It was a professionally run…
Jane & Leo, United Kingdom
“ Thank you Petr and your employees for a memorable holiday, we loved it!
Kemal & Bahadir & Osman & Asli & Guldun & Murathan, New Zealand
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Lana & Richard, USA
“ Almost all of the pictures were current, but a couple did not correlate. The same was true with the directions, particularly the trails in the Lake Lipno area. We really relied on the cue sheets and the pictures…
Mike & Kathy & Jack & Nancy, USA
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Peneplope & Barry, Australia
“ We already have recommended Czech Bike Tours to our friends. We had a great time!
Thomas & Sarah & Jeff & Sue, USA
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Transport from Prague at the beginning of your trip by van
Transport to Prague at the end of your trip by luxury public direct bus
7 * Accommodations in selected premium hotels ( 4 stars ) based on double occupancy
7 * Buffet-style breakfasts
Baggage transport
Transfers as per program
Quality hybrid bike rental including accessories for the duration of the trip
Information book with detailed description of the routes in English and daily suggestions
High-scale bike maps
GPS navigation
Guidebook of sights, cities and nature monuments
Cellphone
Hotline support
Tours, trips and activities as per program
Some available supplements / extras:
180 EUR / person - single room use
60 EUR / person - extra pre-trip or post-trip night in Cesky Krumlov in a double room
120 EUR / person - group size - 1 person
70 EUR / person - electric bike rentals
30 EUR / person - start or finish in Vienna
0 EUR / person - start or finish in Linz
Transport from Prague at the beginning of your trip by van
Transport to Prague at the end of your trip by luxury public direct bus
7 * Accommodations in selected premium hotels ( 4 stars ) based on double occupancy
7 * Buffet-style breakfasts, snack, water and fruits during cycling
7 * Dinners
English-speaking guide
Support vehicle
Baggage transport
Transfers as per program
Quality hybrid bike rental including accessories for the duration of the trip
Information book with detailed description of the routes in English and daily suggestions
Guidebook of sights, cities and nature monuments
Tours, trips and activities as per program
Some available supplements / extras :
180 EUR / person - single room use
60 EUR / person - extra pre-trip or post-trip night in Cesky Krumlov in a double room
70 EUR / person - electric bike rentals
30 EUR / person - start or finish in Vienna
0 EUR / person - start or finish in Linz
We will provide a group discount on the base price if you book the trip:
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Philip, Australia
“ I liked most riding through the forests, and around the lakes and ponds. Overall it was a great experience.
