Prague to Vienna

A journey through the heart of Central Europe

From the golden city of Prague to the old imperial city of Vienna - this bike tour connects two of the most beautiful cities in Europe. Along the way, you will cycle through beautiful ancient and cultural landscapes.  Lush meadows and deep green forests alternate with small, idyllic Bohemian villages. You pass countless castles and palaces and traverse the pristine river and pond landscapes. The hilly area of ​​South Bohemia and the 'Waldviertel' may take some effort, but a good Budweiser beer makes up for it.

Details about the cycling holiday from Prague to Vienna

Cycling between Prague and Vienna is an exciting city-to-city journey that combines picturesque landscapes, rich history and interesting places to stop off at along the way for over 400 kilometres.

Starting in Prague, the capital city of the Czech Republic, you'll soon encounter stunning castles and landmarks as you ride further into South Bohemia. You'll also pass through historic towns such as Budweis, with its famous brewery.

Crossing into Austria from South Bohemia, you'll notice the landscape change as you enter the Waldviertel, an area characterized by numerous river and pond landscapes. Upon arrival in Vienna, you'll have time to explore beautiful cultural landmarks such as Schönbrunn Palace, St. Stephen's Cathedral, and the vibrant Naschmarkt.

The highlights of the Prague to Vienna cycling holiday at a glance:

  • Prague: An open-air museum featuring the Old Town Square, Astronomical Clock, Lesser Side, Charles Bridge and Prague Castle. Plenty of time to discover the Golden City with a hundred towers and 18 bridges.

  • Bohemian villages: Follow the course of the River Vltava and stop off at gothic castles such as Zvikov Castle and Hluboká Castle.

  • České Budějovice: A charming city with one of the largest public squares in Europe and the home of the Budweiser Budvar Brewery, established in 1895, producer of one of the world's most popular beers,

  • Vienna: Vienna is the elegant capital of Austria, known for its imperial palaces, rich musical culture, and vibrant arts scene, offering a blend of history, contemporary, and culinary delights.  

Worth knowing about this cycling holiday from Prague to Vienna

Cycling enthusiasts can indulge themselves during this cycling holiday. Comfortable and well-marked tours on the Elbe Route, which is one of the most popular in the Czech Republic. Czech cuisine is still relatively unknown and is a mix of traditional and modern. 

This tour has been graded as Challenging. Find out more about our cycling holiday difficulty levels.

Tour information
Challenging
  • 8 Days / 7 Nights
  • Self-Guided
  • Luggage transfers included
  • Total cycling distance: approx. 400 km
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Itinerary

The "Golden City" is one of the most beautiful cities in Europe. The historic buildings, the winding streets of the old town and the breathtaking view from the Charles Bridge are ideal for a stroll through the city.

The Vltava shows you the way from Prague. The slightly hilly and varied landscape will enchant you. On your day trip, you will pass countless small, idyllically situated Bohemian villages. Houses with wood-clad facades inevitably attract attention. Many cosy restaurants invite you for lunch and a refreshing beer. Overnight stay in the Sedlčany area.

Today you largely follow the course of the Vltava, through countless small Bohemian villages and the deep green Bohemian forest. You will cycle along the Vltava reservoir near Milešov to Orlík. The Gothic castle is well worth a visit. But the next attraction is only a few kilometres away: Zvikov Castle was one of the most important castles in Bohemia during the Middle Ages. With the picturesque town of Písek, you have reached the final destination of the day.

A fascinating primordial landscape accompanies you today. Most of the cycle path runs along the romantic banks of the Vltava. Following the route, you will pass nice towns such as Týn nad Vltavou. A small forest path leads you to Hluboká Castle, which towers high above the Vltava and is well worth a visit. At today's final destination, a delicious Budweiser beer provides the right refreshment for your daily effort.

You will experience pure nature during today's stage. There are countless meadows and forests in the South Bohemian landscape. The region has been declared a protected nature reserve by UNESCO and the so-called South Bohemian pond plate has been created from the pond management that has been under development for some time. The completely untouched nature is a fantastic experience for every cyclist. But there is also culture and architecture: historic buildings, old fortresses and picturesque villages lie along your path.

Your stage takes you through the north of Lower Austria. The region of the so-called Waldviertel is characterized by numerous river and pond landscapes. The route leads you through seemingly endless forests with fresh air and that recognizable scent. The Waldviertel cuisine is also known far beyond the country's borders: carp and potatoes are the culinary ambassadors of this region.

The Kamptal cycle route takes you quickly via Langenlois to Hadersdorf. A nice bike path and is also relatively flat. Now the first vineyards around Krems appear in your field of view. From Hadersdorf you continue by train to Tulln. Take some time to visit the Egon Schiele Museum before cycling the last kilometres along the Danube to Vienna. You can reach your accommodation easily and without much traffic via Danube Island.

Vienna still has so much to offer and certainly deserves a visit. Shall we reserve a few extra nights for you?

Route information

The quality of the trails is very different. The route leads on very well-paved bike paths as well as on bumpy, unpaved fields and forest paths. Usually, you cycle on separate cycle paths and country roads, sometimes you cycle on parts with more traffic. Please note that especially in the Czech parts and in the Waldviertel you will have to deal with steep slopes that require good condition or opt for the convenience of an E-bike. The signage of the route can generally be described as good.

 

Prices and dates

Prices are per person in GBP and exclude flights


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Make an enquiry about 2024 arrival dates and prices for this tour

Place of arrival: Prague
  Season 1
02.04.2022 - 21.04.2022
24.09.2022 - 08.10.2022

Saturday
Season 2
22.04.2022 - 30.06.2022
02.09.2022 - 23.09.2022

Friday, Saturday, Sunday
Season 3
01.07.2022 - 01.09.2022

Daily
Prague-Vienna, 8 days, Cat. B, CZ-MLRPW-08B
Base price
789.00
879.00
939.00
Half board 119.00 119.00 119.00
Single room surcharge 199.00 199.00 199.00
Prague-Vienna, 8 days, Cat. A, CZ-MLRPW-08A
Base price
959.00
1,049.00
1,099.00
Half board 75.00 75.00 75.00
Single room surcharge 439.00 439.00 439.00

Category A: You stay in comfortable 4**** Hotels

Category B: You will stay in carefully selected 3*** Hotels, Pensions and Guesthouses

Season 1
Apr 2, 2022 - Apr 21, 2022
Sep 24, 2022 - Oct 8, 2022
Saturday
Season 2
Apr 22, 2022 - Jun 30, 2022
Sep 2, 2022 - Sep 23, 2022
Friday, Saturday, Sunday
Season 3
Jul 1, 2022 - Sep 1, 2022
Daily
Prague-Vienna, 8 days, Cat. B, CZ-MLRPW-08B
Base price
Half board
Single room surcharge
Prague-Vienna, 8 days, Cat. A, CZ-MLRPW-08A
Base price
Half board
Single room surcharge
789.00
119.00
199.00
959.00
75.00
439.00
879.00
119.00
199.00
1,049.00
75.00
439.00
939.00
119.00
199.00
1,099.00
75.00
439.00

Category A: You stay in comfortable 4**** Hotels

Category B: You will stay in carefully selected 3*** Hotels, Pensions and Guesthouses

Season 1
Apr 2, 2022 - Apr 21, 2022
Sep 24, 2022 - Oct 8, 2022
Season 2
Apr 22, 2022 - Jun 30, 2022
Sep 2, 2022 - Sep 23, 2022
Season 3
Jul 1, 2022 - Sep 1, 2022
Prague
Double room p.p.
Single room surcharge
Vienna
Double room
Single room surcharge
Prague
Double room p.p.
Single room surcharge
Vienna
Double room
Single room surcharge
69.00
60.00
59.00
40.00
85.00
74.00
69.00
46.00
69.00
60.00
59.00
40.00
85.00
74.00
69.00
46.00
69.00
60.00
59.00
40.00
85.00
74.00
69.00
46.00
Additional nights
Place of arrival: Prague
  Season 1
Apr 2, 2022 - Apr 21, 2022
Sep 24, 2022 - Oct 8, 2022

Saturday
Season 2
Apr 22, 2022 - Jun 30, 2022
Sep 2, 2022 - Sep 23, 2022

Friday, Saturday, Sunday
Season 3
Jul 1, 2022 - Sep 1, 2022

Daily
Prague
Double room p.p. 69.00 69.00 69.00
Single room surcharge 60.00 60.00 60.00
Vienna
Double room 59.00 59.00 59.00
Single room surcharge 40.00 40.00 40.00
Prague
Double room p.p. 85.00 85.00 85.00
Single room surcharge 74.00 74.00 74.00
Vienna
Double room 69.00 69.00 69.00
Single room surcharge 46.00 46.00 46.00
Filter
7-Speed Unisex Bike
21-Speed Unisex Bike
Unisex E-Bike
27-Speed Bike PLUS
89.00
89.00
199.00
139.00
Prices per person in GBP

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Services

Included

  • 7 nights in the chosen category, including breakfast
  • Train ride Hadersdorf-Tulln including bike
  • Luggage transfer(s)
  • Travel folder 1 x per room (German, English with route and overview maps, detailed route description, places of interest, important telephone numbers, luggage labels)
  • GPS data available on request
  • Service Hotline

Not included

  • Tourist tax, if applicable, to be paid locally
  • (Optional) Return transfer by minibus to Prague every Saturday morning, €99 per person including bike, reservation required, payable locally
Arrival information
  • Airport: Prague or Vienna Airport
  • Train: Prague Station
  • Parking: Parking at arrival hotels is approximately €28 per day, reservation required, to be paid on site
 
General information
  • Half board: Dinner in the hotel restaurant or in a restaurant in the immediate vicinity with a voucher
 

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