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Add to favouritesCesky Krumlov to Prague
8-days / 7-nights / Guided or Self-guided
Czech Republic8-days / 7 nights – 6 biking days
Guided group tour or Self-guided individual tour
Length 270-310 km / 165-185 miles, the length depends on the route
Nature lovers will enjoy long paved and unpaved sections without traffic through forests as well special paved cycling paths along rivers. Terrain is slightly rolling broken by flat section on river banks.
This tour begins in the vicinity of Sumava National Park, located in the south of Bohemia and follows the Vltava River through beautiful, scenic landscapes to Prague, the historic capital of the Czech Republic.
Taking a trip following the most important Bohemian river is an excellent choice because it naturally takes you to the places that used to be the centers of cultural life in the country during the Middle Ages.
The trip starts in Cesky Krumlov, a UNESCO heritage site. Not only is it a fascinating medieval center, but the cultural life and history of this beautiful well-preserved town is truly unique. Another world-famous stop on your trip will be Ceske Budejovice, which gave its name to Budweiser beer or visit of Hluboka chateau. Other attractions to be visited are Pisek, a town with a remarkable historical center and the oldest stone bridge in the Czech Republic. The royal castle of Zvíkov stands high above the confluence of the rivers Vltava and Otava. Close to Pribram, a town with a long history of silver mining and more recently of uranium mining during the twentieth century stands Saint Mountain with its pilgrimage Church of the Virgin Mary dating from the 16th century. The last but one night you will spend in Karlstejn village with its spectacularly-located fourteenth-century Gothic castle. Cycling tour ends by arriving at your hotel in Prague.
The route follows small country roads with virtually no traffic and off-road biking trails with firm surfaces.
We wish you a pleasant trip!
Travel dates
| 01.04.2025 - 31.10.2025 |
A self Guided tour can start any day from 1st April till 31st October |
|---|---|
| 08.06.2025 - 15.06.2025 | |
| 07.09.2025 - 14.09.2025 |
Itinerary
Day 1. - Transfer Prague to Cesky KrumlovGuided Group tours start on the scheduled day usually at 9 a.m. Self-Guided tours and non-scheduled group tours can start upon the clients’ request on any day from the beginning of April to the end of October. Pick-up from Prague airport or from hotel reception (for earlier arrivals). Welcome briefing, where bikes and all information materials are distributed. Transfer to Cesky Krumlov by AVE shuttle (170 km = 110 miles), the starting point of the tour. Cesky Krumlov is a medieval town registered on the UNESCO World Heritage List. After adjusting bicycles and a test ride you will have free time to see the world-renowned medieval and Renaissance town of Cesky Krumlov, with its famous castle gardens and many other notable sites. |
Day 2 - Cesky Krumlov - Ceske Budejovice - Hluboka nad Vltavou(42-57 km / 25-34 miles by bike, the distance depends on the route) |
Day 3 - Hluboka nad Vltavou - Pisek(53 km / 32 miles by bicycle) |
Day 4 - Pisek - Pribram(58-68-72 km / 35-41-43 miles by bicycle, the distance depends on the route) |
Day 5 - Pribram - Zebrak (Zbiroh - premium option)(35 km / 21 miles by bicycle) The route to the Zbiroh chateau (premium option) is slightly different but with the same distance. Hotel Zbiroh is at the chateau. We recommend relaxing at the wellness center. |
Day 6 - Zebrak (Zbiroh) - Karlstejn40 km or 49km / 24 or 30 miles by bicycle - (This day can be shorter - only 33 km / 42 km) |
Day 7 - Karlstejn - Prague(45 km / 28 miles by bicycle) |
Day 8 - PragueBreakfast, transfer to the Prague airport to catch your plane, unless you decide to prolong your holiday in the Czech Republic. Special offer: Possibility to book extra nights and extend the tour at any town where you stay overnight. Price on request. |
Tour price list
| Tour Type | Accommodation Category | Luggage transportation | Room type | Price per person |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Guided | standard | YES | double room | 1.350€ |
| Guided | standard | YES | single room | 1.560€ |
| Self guided | standard | NO | double room | 660€ |
| Self guided | standard | YES | double room | 930€ |
| Self guided | standard | YES | single room | 1.150€ |
| Self guided | premium | NO | double room | 950€ |
| Self guided | premium | YES | double room | 1.150€ |
| Self guided | premium | YES | single room | 1.430€ |
| Solo Traveller | standard | NO | single room | 890€ |
| Solo Traveller | standard | YES | single room | 1.190€ |
| Solo Traveller | premium | NO | single room | 1.190€ |
| Solo Traveller | premium | YES | single room | 1.490€ |
Included
What is included in the price
- Pick up from any Prague hotel or from Prague Airport on the first day of the tour (Self Guided option)
- Pick-up from AVE Prague hotel on the first day of the tour at an appointed time (Guided Group option)
- 7 x accommodation in selected hotels and pensions according to chosen accommodation category
- Buffet breakfast on all days
- 3 x dinners (Guided Group option)
- Refreshments in the supporting vehicle (soft drinks, snacks, sweets, fruit) (Guided Group option)
- Detailed town maps (per room)
- Detailed cycling maps (per room)
- Programme and English route book (per room)
- Transportation of participants, their luggage and bicycles from Prague to the starting point of the bike route and from the end of the route to Prague (according to the program of the tour)
- Transportation of luggage between hotels
- ON/Off-line map and GPX files of the recommended route
- 24 hour hotline assistance service
- Specialized AVE bicycle tour leader during all biking days (Guided Group option)
- Practical bike ride safety training (Guided Group option)
- Technical service on the route (Guided Group option)
- First aid - health service on the route (Guided Group option)
- Support minibus (Guided Group option)
- Water for bike flasks from the support vehicle (Guided Group option)
Additional charge
- Local tax payable on the spot (approx. € 1 - 2 per person/night). We recommend having small cash for these fees in local currency or Euros.
Optional
- GPS device for 15 Euro per tour. Only if in stock. Has to be ordered in advance.
Bike rental price list
| Touring Bike | E-BIKE | Road/Gravel Bike | Own Bike | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bike type | CROSSBIKE Leader Fox – Point or Sumava | 4Ever Comfort Sport | TREK | |
| Price per tour | 98€ | 210€ | 140€ | 30€ |
| Bike | INCLUDED | INCLUDED | INCLUDED | |
| Helmet | INCLUDED | INCLUDED | INCLUDED | |
| Handle-bar bag | INCLUDED | INCLUDED | INCLUDED | |
| 100% water-proof rear pannier | INCLUDED | INCLUDED | INCLUDED | |
| Lock | INCLUDED | INCLUDED | INCLUDED | |
| Repair kit | INCLUDED | INCLUDED | INCLUDED | |
| Bike transportation | INCLUDED | INCLUDED | INCLUDED | INCLUDED |
| New cycling water bottle | On request - free of charge | On request - free of charge | On request - free of charge | 5€ |
| New helmet | 35€ | 35€ | 35€ | 35€ |
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Accommodation
Example of the accommodation on the tour.
Exact hotels depend upon availability at the moment of booking.
PREMIUM
Do you like comfort at a higher level? When choosing the PREMIUM category, we will provide accommodation in 4 * hotels or the best accommodation for cyclists. Accommodation is with a buffet breakfast.
Cesky Krumlov - Gold
Hluboka nad Vltavou - Stekl
Pisek – Biograf
Pribram – Time Cafe
Zbiroh – Zbiroh
Karlstejn – Karlstejn
Prague - Bishop´s House
STANDARD
When choosing the STANDARD category, we will arrange accommodation for you in 3 * hotels or B&B. The accommodation is with breakfast.
Cesky Krumlov - Familia
Hluboka nad Vltavou - Kapr
Pisek – Cade
Pribram – Podlesí
Zebrak – Zebrak
Karlstejn – Koruna
Prague - Harmony
Map and profiles
Travel Reports
Read what the participants of Ave cycling tours think about their experience.
We are safely back home after a wonderful bicycle-tour in your country - full with positive memories. Everything worked perfectly. The material for the tour was excellently processed and sorted accurately in the correct order. There was no question unanswered. I enjoyed it very much to follow the GPS. There was no need to look into the maps. The luggage transport was perfect and we were very satisfied with the hotels. Well, Hotel Koruna in Karlstejn was a little under the standard. The tour was more strenuous than expected but we enjoyed it anyway. The information about the tour should be clear that even gravel roads are to deal with.
Karin and Joachim, Germany, From Cesky Krumlov to Prague along Vltava River, Self Guide,
Wonderful Tour - Guide Milada was excellent. The driver of support vehicle Henry was excellent with his assistance. Bikes were reliable. The accommodation was above normal except in Pribram where it was just normal - clean and OK. The route was challenging enough, very rewarding with great views. I have already AVE website on my computer :)
Peter and Anna, USA, Cesky Krumlov to Prague, Guided Group
We have had a great time - the bikes have been very trusty, no flat tires, no problems, and mostly the bike tracks and routes were really easy to find with great signposting, especially in Czech Republic. we were very impressed. Apart from a rainy day in Cesky Krumlov, the weather has been perfect for riding, and we've seen some fantastic countryside.
Carmel and Marian
I had a wonderful trip from Czesky Krumlov to Dresden, and cannot think of a better way to see the region. Many thanks to you and your colleagues -- your maps, route descriptions, and services made it quite easy to get around, locate hotels, and identify interesting sites to visit en route. I'll definitely let the Biketours Direct folks how great your services were!
Nancy, USA
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