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Prague to Vienna Bike Tour

Explore the Czech Republic and Austria

Tour Duration

6D / 5N

Trip Style

Signature, Classic Guided

Rider Level

2

Hotel Level

Explorer

Bikes

Trek Domane SL 7
Trek Electric-Assist Verve+

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Starting from

$3,899.00 per person

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Experience two fascinating countries as you pedal through timeless Renaissance towns amidst dense forests and rolling hills.

A bicycle is truly the best way to discover the secret forests, Medieval towns, charming Baroque palaces, and quiet cobblestone streets of these two enchanting and distinct countries. Take in the Bohemian countryside of Czechia and learn about the well-preserved UNESCO town of Český Krumlov. Then experience the sweeping vistas of the lush Danube River Valley in Austria as you bike along its shores on a designated bike path. Immerse yourself in the deep history, culture, cuisine, and adventure that continually make these regions a favorite for active travelers and cyclists worldwide. And all at a pace catered specifically to you.

Trip Wows
  • Enjoy an afternoon walking tour of the UNESCO heritage splendid medieval town of Český Krumlov

  • Ride across the border between the Czech Republic and Austria

  • Enjoy a wine-paired dinner in the Roman-era cellar of the oldest winery in Austria

  • Pedal on Donauradweg 5 that lines the shores of the Danube River, one of the loveliest bicycle routes in all of Europe

  • Visit the charming city of Melk and enjoy views on its massive baroque Benedictine Abbey

Cesky Krumlov town

Český Krumlov

Stay in the picturesque 13th century picturesque town of Český Krumlov

Český Krumlov could have been plucked right out of a fairytale, with its multi-coloured Rapunzel-like tower, pink church spire, winding river, medieval houses and magical stone castle. Discover this enchanting town during your two nights stay.


What Guests are Saying
group standing in front of the hotel Schloss Rosenau

Overall an amazing experience made even better by fun and experienced guides. Very impressed with the variety of scenery and particularly enjoyed the flexibility of deciding on the length of the day as we went along as they all followed the same route.

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Annika, Trek Travel guest

Couple standing in front of river with Durnstein behind

Slowing down and actually seeing the countryside is the best way to explore. The history and architecture were around every curve and winding road. The castles and cathedrals are breathtaking. The meandering Danube is spellbinding. We loved the trip.

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Sharon, Trek Travel guest

Group at the viewpoint in Cesky Krumlov

This trip was on my bucket list and I cannot explain how exceptional it was! Our group was great and I didn't want to see it end! Trek Travel does an outstanding job in all areas and I would enthusiastically recommend Trek Travel to anyone who is considering a bike trip. You selected supportive, caring guides that made it even more enjoyable! Thank you!

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Mary, Trek Travel Guest

Group standing in front of castle ruins

I really enjoyed the tour of Cesky Krumlov, the town guide was very knowledgeable, and the visit to the Nikolaihof winery. Lots of cool history in those places and it’s good to get to know more about them when one is in the area. It’s what makes tours of these regions complete.

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Bill, Trek Travel Guest

group enjoying wine

This is our 4th Trek Travel trip and was probably the best yet. The guides, the rides and locations were all fantastic. I also liked all the regional specialties.

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Emma, Trek Travel Guest


Landscape with Danube river and Durnstein

Great Ride

Danube Cycle Path - Dürnstein to Melk

Bike along the Danube river on one of the most beautiful cycling routes in Europe, passing by vineyards, apricot orchards, and delightful towns and castles.


Dates & Pricing

Book early for the best price

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  • Private

  • Limited Availability


Itinerary
Rider Information

Hotels
Stay at the beautiful Hotel Bellevue on the Prague to Vienna bike tour
Hotel Bellevue room
Hotel Bellevue seating area in the room
Hotel Bellevue restaurant
Hotel Bellevue hotel room
Český Krumlov, Czech Republic
Bellevue Hotel Český Krumlov
Explorer

Hotel Bellevue is nestled into the pedestrian mall close to the Český Krumlov Castle, in the center of an historical zone listed since 1992 as part of the UNESCO World Cultural and Natural Heritage sites. The first mention of the building dates to 1561. A renowned bakery and baker’s shop were located in the building during the 16th and 17th centuries. Well known for outstanding service, beautiful guest rooms and exquisite dining options, Bellevue Hotel sets the tone for the fantastic hotels on this trip. Please note: The hotel is housed in a historical building and does not have air conditioning.

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Schloss-Rosenau hotel room
Schloss-Rosenau hotel spa
Schloss-Rosenau hotel room
Schloss-Rosenau hotel bathroom
Schloss-Rosenau hotel suite
Zwettl, Austria
Schlosshotel Rosenau
Explorer

This fully-restored hotel was built on the present site at the end of the 16th century and was altered to the Baroque style you see today by Count Leopold Cristoph von Schallenberg in the middle of the 17th century. The decorated rooms of the south wing were once the meeting place of Freemasons and are now a Masonic museum. You can enjoy newly renovated spa and wellness centre. Please note: The hotel is housed in a historical building and does not have air conditioning.

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Romantikhotel Richard Lowenherz hotel
Romantikhotel Richard Lowenherz hotel
Romantikhotel Richard Lowenherz hotel
Romantikhotel Richard Lowenherz hotel
Romantikhotel Richard Lowenherz hotel
Dürnstein, Austria
Richard Löwenherz
Explorer

Located on the Danube river, in green hills of the Waldviertel (“forest district”) and the Dunkelsteinerwald (“dark stone forest”), sits this 800-year old historic gem that was built for the royalty of the Wachau region. Don’t forget to visit the convent garden and heated swimming pool for a picture-perfect, relaxing escape. Please note: The hotel is housed in a historical building and does not have air conditioning.

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Bikes & Gear
Ride the Best Bikes in the Industry
New in 2023 Domane SL 7 Road
Trek Domane SL 7

Experiencing your cycling vacation of a lifetime is not complete without a world-class bike and the latest Trek Domane is the best way to enjoy the ride. It raises the bar to deliver incredible endurance road bike comfort without sacrificing performance and features highly responsive disc brakes and electronic shifting. This new bike is lighter than ever before, and carbon wheels come standard on every bike. The road-smoothing IsoSpeed technology lets you ride as long as you want with less fatigue. The bike you ride on a biking vacation matters. That is why we provide the newest and best bikes in the business.

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Verve+ electric assist lowstep bike E-Bike
Trek Electric-Assist Verve+

Fun from the first pedal stroke, our e-bikes give you the boost you want to venture further on your bike tour. With its low-step frame design, hopping on and off the Trek Verve+ is super easy. The front suspension will take the edge off any bumps in the road and the Bosch system will keep you smiling from ear to ear. The integrated battery keeps this bike looking sleek as you pedal through amazing terrain, with energy to spare.

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Two cyclist and one rider

Trek Travel Guides

The World’s Best

From the moment you meet our guides, you'll understand the difference. You'll feel the genuine care they take to make your vacation perfect. From their expert support to sharing their favorite hidden spots, they tailor every moment to you.

Certified Guides

Additional Gear
  • Trek Travel Santini cycling jersey to keep
  • Trek Travel water bottles to keep
  • Cinch sack day bag to keep
  • Bontrager saddle
  • Bontrager helmet
  • Bontrager front and rear Flare R lights
  • Garmin Edge 1030 GPS computer with pre-loaded routes
  • Shimano SPD-SL road style pedals, Shimano SPD mountain style pedals, caged, or flat pedals
  • A flat pack containing a tube, levers, and a CO2 cartridge with inflator
  • For the most comfortable ride, we recommend you bring your own saddle. If you prefer, you can bring your own pedals and helmet on the trip and our guides will install your gear on the first day during your bike fit.
A collage of cycling gear guests will use on a Trek Travel Classic Bike Tour.

Trip Inclusions

Additional Details

Know Before You Go!

We want you to be fully prepared for your cycling vacation of a lifetime. This involves making sure that you choose the appropriate trip for you and that every aspect of your experience is flawless. Each Trek Travel trip is unique to ensure maximum enjoyment every time.

Your Trip Need to Knows:

  • Accommodation: On this trip we stay two nights in the heart of Český Krumlov, one night in a former castle on the Austrian countryside and two nights in the center of the medieval town of Dürnstein. These hotels are housed in historical buildings and do not have air conditioning. While the guest rooms are cozy, they are relatively smaller and less lavish than the typical Trek Travel accommodations. However, we’ve selected these properties due to their great locations and distinct historical charm.
  • Please note that dinners might take longer than what you are used to.

Before and After Your Trip

Weather

Average monthly temperature and precipitation

Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
High (°F) 39.0° 42.0° 52.0° 64.0° 70.0° 77.0° 82.0° 79.0° 70.0° 58.0° 49.0° 40.0°
High (°C) 3.9° 5.6° 11.1° 17.8° 21.1° 25.0° 27.8° 26.1° 21.1° 14.4° 9.4° 4.4°
Low (°F) 27.0° 28.0° 34.0° 42.0° 49.0° 56.0° 60.0° 57.0° 50.0° 41.0° 37.0° 29.0°
Low (°C) -2.8° -2.2° 1.1° 5.6° 9.4° 13.3° 15.6° 13.9° 10.0° 5.0° 2.8° -1.7°
Rain (in) 1.01° 0.63° 1.27° 1.09° 3.39° 3.69° 2.38° 3.09° 1.14° 0.75° 0.54°
FAQs

Summer season in the Czech Republic and Austria is warm with moderate humidity and occasional rain, with temperatures between 70-80s ºF (low to high 20s ºC). July and August can be hot, up to 90s ºF (30s ºC). Rain is not unusual and can be substantial at times so make sure pack your rain gear. In September mornings and evenings can be cooler so layers are recommended and will assure you comfort while riding. View our Packing List

To reserve your space on a trip, you can either call us at 866-464-8735 to speak with an expert Trip Consultant or book online any time by clicking the “BOOK THIS TRIP” icon near the upper right of each destination’s overview page.* Once you have submitted your reservation online, a Trip Consultant will contact you within one business day to answer any questions you may have and to confirm space, bike, and room availability on your desired trip. Your booking will be finalized once your no-risk deposit is paid. If you make a reservation more than 90 days prior to the trip, a $750 no risk deposit is due at the time of booking.** If you reserve your trip less than 90 days prior to the departure, the full balance is due at the time of booking. Once your booking is complete you will receive an email confirmation with important information pertaining to your trip.

*Please note that select trips cannot be booked online at this time. For those trips, please call a trip consultant at 866-464-8735.

**Deposit amounts vary for all Race, Cross Country, Special Edition, Ride Camp, Discover, and Self-Guided tours. Please confirm deposit amounts for all trips with your Trip Consultant at time of booking.

When a trip is booked, a guest confirmation email is immediately sent out. One week prior to the trip start, you’ll receive an email containing your trip start meeting location reminder and any last-minute information that you’ll need to know. You will also receive instructions to download the Ride with GPS app before your trip to provide you the day to day plan and daily route guides.

With one person booked on a date, the trip becomes guaranteed.*

In the case where trips are at one or two guests, we will contact you prior to final payment to give you the following options:

Pay a small trip fee of $500 per person for two guests or $1000 for one guest, which ensures your preferred trip date will run. If there are three or more guests before departure date, the fee will be refunded in full.

or

Switch to a different trip or different departure date. Should there be any difference in trip price between your original trip and the new one, you will be expected to pay the difference, or we will refund you accordingly.

Offer only valid if Trek Travel contacts a guest to discuss these specific options. Trips with fewer than three guests may operate with only one guide. The guide will support all rides with a Trek Travel van. If you would like to discuss the option of having two guides, please speak with your trip consultant.

The small trip supplement for Ride Camps is as follows – for two guests an additional $250 or for one guest an additional $500.

*Cross Country, Discover, Race, and Special Edition trips as well as a small number of select departures have a minimum guest count to guarantee. Please check with your Trip Consultant for more information.

Unforeseen events may make it necessary to cancel or modify a trip. Our Guest Services team will update you with any changes. We reserve the right to cancel departures in cases of force majeure or the failure of third parties—such as hotels—to honor their reservations, in which case all payments received to date will be refunded, which constitutes full settlement. Trek Travel is not responsible for expenses incurred in preparation for any canceled trips, such as airline tickets, or for costs that are incurred due to travel delays, flight cancellations, or illness. We strongly encourage Travel Protection for complete coverage.

We understand things happen in life and sometimes you have to cancel or change your bike tour. We want to make it as easy as possible to do so and below you’ll find our timeline.

Have a question? Just give us a call, 866-464-8735.
Read our Cancellation Policy

Trek Travel recommends that you purchase a travel protection plan to help safeguard you and your travel investment against the unexpected. We offer a travel protection plan through Arch RoamRight that provides coverage for unforeseen events that could affect your ability to travel with us. Learn more about our Travel Protection

We've collaborated with a specialized travel agency committed to delivering tailored vacation planning, ensuring your entire Trek Travel journey is nothing short of unforgettable. Learn more about our Travel Services

Sharing the joy that comes with wow moments

Trek Travel guides are dedicated to making moments that last a lifetime, and we invite you to thank them with a trip gratuity. These are customary and at your own discretion, to recognize service, hospitality, and the little extras that surprise and delight. For this Signature trip, we recommend between $240-$300 per guest and, of course, you may choose to give more if your guides made your trip an unforgettable experience.

Like everything else about your vacation, the Trek Travel team is here to make this experience easier for you. While local currency is preferred, you may also tip through the following options:

Via PayPal (please have this account set up in advance when possible) or with your guest services representative on the phone before or after the trip.

Gratuities will be divided among the guide team, so feel free to leave your gratuity with whomever you choose at the end of your trip.

You cannot put a price on a wow. But you can show your thanks for an exceptional experience.

Didn't find what you were looking for? Check out our General FAQs section. You will find answers to the most common questions that don't necessarily pertain to a specific trip. See FAQs


Guaranteed Trips

Our trips are guaranteed to run once we have one confirmed booking on the trip. Click here to view our full guarantee policy.

Trek Travel reserves the right to cancel trips with zero guests, therefore you must book with Trek Travel before making travel arrangements for the trip. We are not responsible for travel arrangements made prior to confirming your Trek Travel Trip. Select trips are not guaranteed.

Sold Out/Waitlist

This trip is currently sold out, but you may be added to the waitlist in the case of availability.

Limited Availability

If a date is marked with Limited Availability, there are few spots left to book. We will secure additional rooms from our hotels before confirming your reservation.

Looking to travel with a small group? Ask our trip consultants about private trips and learn more.

What are your trip styles?

Classic - Reserve:

Savor the finer things as you relax in luxurious 5-star accommodations and wine, dine, and ride in some of the most unforgettable destinations around the world.

Classic - Signature:

Explore beautiful destinations by bike, enjoy extra inclusions, savor delicious local cuisine, and enjoy the perfect mix of accommodations.

Classic - Discovor:

Enjoy a casual cycling vacation with fantastic routes and comfortable accommodations.

Ride Camp:

Train like the pros in some of their favorite riding destinations.

Pro Race:

See the pros in action at the biggest cycling events of the year.

Cross Country:

Tackle an epic adventure that takes you point-to-point across mountains, countryside, and more.

Self-Guided

Enjoy a bike tour on your schedule with just your chosen travel companions.

Private

If a date is marked as Private, it is reserved for a private group.

Looking to travel with a small group or looking for a custom date?
Call our trip consultants at 866-464-8735

What is the Difference?

Ultimate Luxury:

Savor some of the most spectacular, 5-star properties in the world. Exuding luxury and elegance, these one-of-a-kind accommodations offer the chance to rejuvenate at award-winning spas, dine at Michelin-starred restaurants, and more.

Luxury:

Enjoy luxurious accommodations handpicked for a refined experience. From signature spa treatments to delicious local cuisine, you’ll be more than provided for; you’ll be pampered.

Explorer

These handpicked hotels provide relaxation and fun in a casual and comfortable environment. Delicious cuisine and great service mix perfectly for a memorable stay.

Combined

On select cycling vacations, you’ll stay at a mix of hotel levels, from Explorer to Luxury to Ultimate Luxury. Rest assured, no matter which level of hotel you’re at, our trip designers carefully select every accommodation.

Activity Level

Level 1:

Road: 1-3 hours of riding. Up to 25 mi (40 km). Up to 1,000 ft (300 m).

Gravel: 1-3 hours of riding. Up to 20 mi (35 km). Up to 1,000 ft (300 m).

Level 2:

Road: 2-4 hours of riding. 20-35 mi (35-60 km). Up to 2,500 ft (750 m).

Gravel: 2-4 hours of riding. 15-30 mi (25-45 km). Up to 2,000 ft (300 m).

Level 3:

Road: 3-5 hours of riding. 25-55 mi (40-85 km). Up to 4,500 ft (1,500 m).

Gravel: 3-5 hours of riding. 20-40 mi (35-60 km). Up to 3,000 ft (900 m).

Level 4:

Road: 4+ hours of riding. 40-70 mi (60-110 km). Up to 8,000 ft (2,400 m).

Gravel: 3-5 hours of riding. 30-50 mi (45-80 km). Up to 4,000 ft (1,200 m).

What are your trip styles?

Classic - Reserve:

Savor the finer things as you relax in luxurious 5-star accommodations and wine, dine, and ride in some of the most unforgettable destinations around the world.

Classic - Signature:

Explore beautiful destinations by bike, enjoy extra inclusions, savor delicious local cuisine, and enjoy the perfect mix of accommodations.

Classic - Discovor:

Enjoy a casual cycling vacation with fantastic routes and comfortable accommodations.

Ride Camp:

Train like the pros in some of their favorite riding destinations.

Pro Race:

See the pros in action at the biggest cycling events of the year.

Cross Country:

Tackle an epic adventure that takes you point-to-point across mountains, countryside, and more.

Self-Guided

Enjoy a bike tour on your schedule with just your chosen travel companions.

Single Occupancy

Sometimes it’s more convenient and comfortable to have your own room while on vacation. We understand and that’s why we offer a Single Occupancy option. The additional price guarantees a private room all to yourself