Best of South Moravia and South Bohemia

• 13-day / 12-night
• Self-guided or guided bicycle trip
• Distance: 526 km (329 miles)
• Difficulty: Moderate - Experienced
• Included: Guided tour of Mikulov, guided tour of Cesky Krumlov, boat trip on the Vltava river, sailing on lake Lipno, kick-bike ride or a guided tour of Eggenberg brewery

Day 1: Mikulov

Transfer from Prague (or Vienna or Linz) to Mikulov, a town of wine and history. Meet your travel guide, prepare the bicycles, get acquainted with the program, receive the information material and maps. Tour of town with guide. Overnight in Mikulov.

Day 2: Mikulov – Valtice - Lednice – Mikulov
(51 km / 32 miles - profile of this day)

The first day of biking sets out through the flat and gently rolling hills around Valtice-Lednice area with breath-taking castles set into the romantic landscape. The route enters the hilly area of the Pálava Protected Landscape Area with its archeological areas in Dolní Věstonice, past vineyards and orchards, and back to Mikulov. The day offers several opportunities to taste excellent local wines. Overnight in Mikulov.

Day 3: Mikulov – Znojmo
(60 km / 38 miles - profile of this day)

This day takes us along flat terrain along the Austrian border and the Dyje (Thaya) River. The route leads along the Greenways route to Znojmo, another wine-making region with a rich history. Another possibility is to cross the border in Mikulov and continue along the Austrian wine route „Weinviertlradweg“ with occasional wine-tasting stops. Overnight in Znojmo.

Day 4: Znojmo – Vranov nad Dyjí
(43 km / 27 miles - profile of this day)

In the midst of vineyards and wine cellars, enter the Podyjí National Park. This relatively short but interesting route leads through the picturesque Dyje River valley with magnificent views into the countryside. En route you can stop off at the Nový Hrádek (New Castle) ruins and enjoy the atmosphere here. The trip finishes in Vranov nad Dyjí with its dominant castle perched above the Vranovská Lake. Overnight in Vranov nad Dyjí.

Day 5: Vranov nad Dyjí - Slavonice - Telč
(67 km / 42 miles - profile of this day)

We leave the Dyje river and ride through an open, slightly hilly landscape to the edge of the Czech-Moravian Highlands to Slavonice, a small town full of Renaissance homes with rich sgrafitto and finely decorated interiors. Then you continue to another of UNESCO´s pearls - Telč with its renaissance castle. Overnight in Telč.

Day 6: Telč – Jindřichův Hradec
(47 km / 29 miles - profile of this day)

This magnificent route leads you through the wilderness of „Czech Canada“, with challenging , hilly terrain and beautiful villages nestled in the forest. You will finish in Jindřichův Hradec, a historical town with a renaissance castle which was the home of the powerful Rožmberk family. Overnight in Jindřichův Hradec.

Day 7: Jindřichův Hradec – Třeboň
(44 km / 28 miles - profile of this day)

Today you ride through countryside featuring lakes and pine groves. This picturesque landscape is filled with romantic hideaways , meadows surrounded by forests, and a sandy-bottomed swimming hole. 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.

Day 8: : Třeboň – Český Krumlov
(75 km / 47 miles - profile of this day)

The seventh day of cycling leads through the Třeboň lowlands between its largest lakes to Hluboká nad Vltavou, home of the Czech Republic's most beautiful castle. Pass through the gentle landscape around lakes to Holašovice, a village recognized by UNESCO for its well-preserved rustic Baroque architecture. Continue through the Blanský Forest Protected Landscape Area to Český Krumlov around Kleť, the tallest mountain of Blanský Forest, offering a possible view to the Austrian Alps from its lookout tower. If you feel tired don´t hesitate to use our free shuttle transfer! Český Krumlov (UNESCO) is one of the most well preserved historic villages in Bohemia with a number of historic and cultural monuments, winding streets, locally renowned restaurants, and a rich cultural life. Overnight in Český Krumlov.

Day 9: Český Krumlov – Zlatá Koruna – Dívčí Kámen – Český Krumlov
( 15 km / 10 miles by boat and 33 km / 20 miles by bike - profile of this day)

Relax on a boat and enjoy the most beautiful part of the Vltava river from Český Krumlov to Zlatá Koruna . Don´t forget to stop for refreshments ( pivko and utopenec ) at one of the many stylish pubs along the river ! After a short visit of Zlatá Koruna monastery you will cycle through a nature reserve to the ruins of castle Dívčí Kámen and back to Český Krumlov. Take a guided night tour of Český Krumlov, overnight in Český Krumlov.

Day 10: Lipno - Vyšší Brod – Svatý Tomáš
(47 km / 29 miles - profile of this day)

First we take you by minibus to village Lipno, where you will start your cycling day. The route takes you through the Vltava River valley, through the Devil´s Wall Nature Park with its impressive rock formations to Vyšší Brod . After visiting the monastery and a short refreshment break the more difficult part of the day will begin. Climb through hilly terrain around the peat moss bogs to the top of Svatý Tomáš, where your reward is a broad view of the Lake Lipno region and northern Austria from the top of the hill. Overnight in Svatý Tomáš.

Day 11: Svatý Tomáš – Schwarzenberg Canal – Horní Planá
(43 km / 27 miles - profile of this day)

You can tailor this day to your own preferences. The route leads along the Schwarzenberg Canal, a technical monument to lumber transport, and you can decide for yourself how long you wish to cycle. The day ends in Horní Planá after a relaxing ride along the lake. Overnight in Horní Planá.

Day 12: Horní Planá – Český Krumlov
(34 km / 21 miles - profile of this day)

Today you have the option to say Na shledanou to the virgin landscape of Šumava by relaxing for a few hours aboard a catamaran on Lipno lake. Then continue by bike through the protected area of Boletice, stop off at the newly reconstructed church of St. Mikuláš, and continue to Český Krumlov, where you spend the last night of your trip.

Day 13: Český Krumlov

Enjoy your last day in Český Krumlov and choose from these different activities: boat trip on the Vltava river, kick bike ride from Kleť hill to Český Krumlov or a guided tour of Eggenberg brewery. Transfer by coach to Prague (Vienna or Linz ).