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Tucked between the Vltava and Berounka Rivers just south of Prague lies one of the Czech Republic’s best-kept secrets: a region of lush forests, dramatic limestone formations, and picture-perfect villages. This self-guided cycling holiday offers the perfect escape for those short on time but eager to experience authentic Bohemia. Pedal past fairy-tale towns, delve into a jaw-dropping 600-metre-deep cave system, and stand in awe before the majestic Karlstejn Castle—one of the country’s most iconic landmarks. Ride through scenic forest trails, along peaceful riverside cycleways and quiet rural roads, all at a leisurely pace suited to families and first-time cycle tourists. Spend three enchanting nights in the charming village of Karlstejn before rounding off your journey exploring the historic heart of Prague. With rich culture, natural wonders, and gentle cycling routes, this short break is big on unforgettable experiences.
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30kg of CO2-e PP per day
(121kg of CO2-e PP entire trip)
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Day 1
Cycle from Prague to Karlstejn (34km/19mi)
This morning you will be picked up at your Prague hotel or airport (early arrival recommended) and taken to our local partner's office/bike centre for a welcome briefing and bike handover. (If you book the guided option on 23 AUG, you will be picked up from a stated hotel.) From the bike centre you start cycling to Karlstejn village. It's an easy route following the Vltava and Berounka rivers. The Karlštejn castle is the main highlight here. The Czech King and Holy Roman Emperor Charles IV had it built as an impregnable fortress housing the imperial crown jewels and sacred relics. Overnight in Karlstejn.
Meals: Nil
Day 2
Loop cycle to visit Svaty Jan Pod Skalou Valley and an historic limestone quarry (30km/18.7mi)
Today you will cycle to one of the most picturesque villages in Ceský Kras natural protected area, whose history dates back to the end of the 9th century. It's a moderate cycle through romantic countryside along the Berounka River. Soon after you pass a limestone quarry called Velka Amerika (Big America), where political prisoners of the communist regime were made to work. The site has a rich history and is worth a visit. The mining was conducted in an unusual way, by gradually digging a huge pit (about 800m/2624ft long, 200m/656ft wide and 100m/328ft deep) and connected to other quarries by long tunnels, from the first half of the 20th century. Return to Karlstejn for your overnight stay.
Meals: B
Day 3
Loop cycle to Koneprusy caves and the medieval town of Beroun (33km/21mi)
On your way to Beroun, a medieval town on the Berounka River, you will pass through the villages of Zadni Treban and then via Liten to Koneprusy. A visit to the impressive complex of caves in Koneprusy is optional but highly recommended. The caves are 70m underground and over 2 km long. The accessible part is 590m long and the tour lasts one hour. The caves were discovered in 1950 and made accessible for the public in 1959. After lunch, there is time for sightseeing around the medieval town of Beroun, at the confluence of the Berounka and Litavka rivers. The historic town centre is well preserved. Sights include the city hall and square, or you can visit the local brewery. Return to Karlstejn along the banks of the picturesque Berounka River.
Day 4
Cycle back to Prague (40km/24mi)
You return to Prague along the Berounka and Vltava Rivers, on a different route than the first day of cycling. Again, it is an easy cycle. You will have a new view of Prague, as you cycle through the city on Vltava River’s bank. Check-in to your hotel in Prague, with the rest of the evening free to explore this magnificent city.
Day 5
Tour concludes in Prague
Arrangements end after breakfast. We can assist with booking extra nights on request.
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During the trip you will be provided with a 24 or 27 speed hybrid bike rental with panniers, handlebar bag, lock, helmet and one repair kit per room.
An electric bike is available on request. A supplement applies, see below. Electric bikes, or e-bikes, are designed to make cycling easier. The pedaling ‘boost’ provided by an e-bike opens up more options, allowing people of different fitness levels to cycle together or to allow less confident or fit cyclists to take on routes they may otherwise consider too tough for their current capabilities.
GRADE 2 - Total cycling distance is around 138km/ 85mi. The cycling is gentle enough to be suitable for children. The first and last days following the river banks are flat. Loop rides on second and third day have longer up-hills as well as longer down-hills and some flat sections. The distances are short and allow for many stops. The cycling surface is a combination of both paved roads with short off-road sections. A limited number of electric bikes are available on request and a supplement applies. *For safety reasons, we insist that cycle helmets be included as a compulsory item on your equipment list.
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