Czech Austria Prague to Vienna Bicycle Tour 2018 Guided or Individual Self-guided 8 days / 7 nights

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1 Czech Austria Prague to Vienna Bicycle Tour 2018 Guided or Individual Self-guided 8 days / 7 nights For the first part of the trail from Prague to Cesky Krumlov, you will travel by minibus or car. We leave Prague early in the morning in order to have sufficient time to explore the best-preserved medieval town in Europe, Cesky Krumlov. If you cannot wait to get on the bike you can cycle 26 km long round trip up to Klet hill from Cesky Krumlov on the first day. During the following days, we will travel through the lands of the Trebon ponds and through the woods on the border with Austria called Czech Canada. You will visit the Renaissance towns of Trebon and Telc and many others. The trail will take you through the vineyards of South Moravia, where you will lodge in the cultural centers of the region, Znojmo and Mikulov. The whole trip ends in Vienna. The programme for the tour consists of a ride from Prague to Vienna and ends with a night in Vienna. As the tour does not include accommodation in Prague before the tour, we recommend that you purchase two or three extra nights in Prague before the beginning of the tour. That way you will have enough time to overcome jetlag and explore Prague. Some extra nights in Vienna will give you enough time to relax after six demanding days of biking. The tour from Prague to Vienna combines biking and minibus transfers so that you can visit all the famous historical sites along the way and have a pleasant ride through the beautiful landscapes of Southern Bohemia and Moravia.

2 Itinerary Day to Day Day 1: Prague Cesky Krumlov 185 km by minibus or car Welcome briefing, checking in at the hotel, sightseeing in Cesky Krumlov, dinner at town, adaptation of bicycles to match to bikers' body dimensions, practical training in safe cycling (guided group tours only). If you prefer to cycle you can cycle up to Klet hill. It is 26 km long round ride up to Klet hill, 1079 m asl. Total elevation gain 692 m. Day 2: Cesky Krumlov - Trebon 63 km by bicycle Optional visit of the castle and garden in the morning. Route leads through the beautiful hilly landscape surrounding Cesky Krumlov. However, the closer you get to Trebon area, the flatter the landscape becomes. A scenic ride through a picturesque landscape ends in Trebon, also well-known as a major spa resort. In Trebon, you will check in to your hotel and you can visit the Schwarzenberg Tomb. We also recommend an evening walk around the Renaissance town. Day 3: Trebon - Telc 78 km by bicycle Optional tour of Trebon chateau in the morning. The trail winds along many ponds and man-made lakes, so typical of this region, to Perslak, the most northern point of Austria. You will follow the border with Austria on the Greenways trail passing through Nova Bystrice. From Nova Bystrice the trail will take 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 bestpreserved Renaissance Square in the Czech Republic. It is extremely interesting to compare the differences between the towns of Trebon, Cesky Krumlov and Telc. Day 4: Telc - Vranov 54 km by bike Optional tour of Telc chateau in the morning. You will ride 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.

3 Day 5: Vranov - Znojmo km by bike You will cycle on the Greenways trail following the river Dyje and the southern Czech border with Austria. This very beautiful trail leads through the national park of Dyje. Znojmo is the gateway to the region of South Moravia, a region of wine production. Check-in to Znojmo hotel, followed by a walk round the historical center of Znojmo in the evening. Day 6: Znojmo - Mikulov km This flatland region is a traditional vine growing area and there are many wine cellars. We continue and arrive in Mikulov, a town with a rich history, a beautiful castle and an historical square. Check-in to Mikulov hotel in late afternoon, leisure time in the evening. Day 7: Mikulov - Vienna 50 km by bike and transfer to Vienna 50 km by car You cross the border at the Mikulov border checkpoint, we spend the rest of the day 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 recommend finishing the cycling part of the trail in Poysdorf (25 km) or in Mistelbach (48 km) and travelling by car or minibus to Vienna. This transfer is included in the tour price. The official tour program ends with a check-in to your Vienna hotel. Important notice: For guided group tours the support vehicle with bikes and the tour leader leaves Vienna on Day 7 in the early afternoon. All participants with flight tickets from Prague can travel by supporting vehicle to Prague for free. These bikers spend their last night in Prague. We will happily offer them other additional services in Prague, such as additional accommodation, a guided tour of Prague and other services. Day 8: Individual Departure The tour ends with a breakfast either in Vienna or in Prague.

4 Route Technical Characteristics: Tour Profile: Moderate. To the main recommended route are added easier and longer/harder alternatives. These routes combine roads without traffic, paved path as well some short off-road sections. Profile includes all from long flat section to some rolling hills. This route does not have a long steep up hills. Distance: km depending on route Travel Season: Self-Guided Tours: Daily departures April 1 to October 31, 2018 Guided Tours: Departures May 13; June 10; July 8; August 5; August 26 and September 23, 2018

5 Price per Person Guided Tour Self-Guided Tour Double Occupancy Category B hotels Single Occupancy Category B hotels Double Occupancy Category A hotels N/A Single Occupancy Category A hotels N/A Solo Traveler Category B hotels N/A Solo Traveler Category A hotels N/A Bike Rental E-Bike Rental transfer Guided Group Tour includes: Specialized bicycle tour leader during all biking days Pick-up from specified Prague hotel on the first day of the tour at an appointed time Accommodation in selected standard class hotels and pensions Buffet breakfast on all days Dinners with drinks except the last night Refreshments in the supporting vehicle (soft drinks, snacks, sweets, fruit) Water for bike flasks Welcome briefing on the first day Maps of Prague and towns of accommodation on the tour (per room) Detailed cycling maps (per room) Program and Route Book (per room) Practical bike ride safety training Technical service on the route First aid - health service on the route Support minibus All transportation of participants and their luggage and bicycles during the tour Guided Group Tour does not include: Personal travel and health insurance for participants in the tour Transportation (air-tickets) to/from Prague starting/final point of the tour Transfer from Prague airport to your Prague hotel on the day of arrival Transfer from hotel to the airport on the departure day Lunches and dinner on the last night Guided tours of castles, chateaux, breweries and museums on the route Self-Guided Individual Tour includes: Pick up from any Prague hotel or from Prague Airport on the first day of the tour at an appointed time Accommodation in selected standard class hotels and pensions Buffet breakfast on all days Detailed town maps (per room) Program and Route Book (per room) Detailed cycling maps and route description (per room) Bicycle repair kit (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 programme of the tour) Transportation of luggage between hotels 24 hour hotline assistance service GPS set with recorded routes, batteries, battery charger (on request) Self-Guided Individual Tour does not include: Personal travel and health insurance for participants in the tour Transportation (air tickets) to/from starting/final point of the tour Transfer from Prague Airport to your Prague hotel on the day of arrival Transfer from hotel to the airport on departure day Meals (except for breakfasts) Entrance fees to museums, castles and chateaux

6 Bikes Crossing Trekker Mens Fox Point 211 Crossing Trekker Ladies Fox Sumava E-Bike Bicycle Rental includes: Trekking/Touring or Cross road bicycle with at least 24 gears, Shimano components and suspended fork Panniers and handle bar bags for carrying things you need on the road Lock Cycling water bottle as a gift Helmet free helmets need to be ordered in advance For self-guided tours we provide bikes with a spare tube, pump and necessary tools co rider is able to change tire tube if needed. We adapt the bike to suit your body You are welcome to bring your own SPD pedals and saddle Assisting people in realizing their touring dreams worldwide is our passion. THIS IS A PARTNER TOUR FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT OK Cycle & Adventure Tours Inc. 666 Kirkwood Ave - Suite B102 Ottawa, Ontario Canada K1Z 5X9 Toll Free Local TICO Ontario Registration No: