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Prague, Moldova & Elbe 8-day Bike & Barge Tour (FL)
The Czech Republic, the small country in the heart of Europe, impresses with its original river landscapes, picturesque villages and romantic castles, whose history and architecture can often be traced back to the Middle Ages.
Prague, known also as „the Golden City“ and „the City of a Hundred Spires“, is both a point of departure and final destination for this beautiful bike and barge tour along the Upper Moldova, in Czech called Vltava, and the huge Elbe River – when the bridges of the Vltava River are ablaze with sunlight and the spires of the castle sparkle in the light, then it becomes obvious that Prague has its nickname ”Golden City” with good reason! Multifaceted and unique, modern and at the same time aware of tradition – discover one of Europe’s most beautiful metropolis with its Old Town listed as UNESCO World Heritage Site. Your barge moors close to the Charles Bridge and is therefore an ideal springboard for exploring this gorgeous city – the marvelously restored Market Place, the busy Wenceslas Square or the Jewish quarter are waiting for you. And you will not be missing out on good food – beer and roast pork with dumplings, just to name one of the many specialties – when you are on the move with your bike do not miss quenching your thirst with an original Czech amber nectar.
Built in 1980 and completely refurbished between 2008 and in 2014 your barge is a cosy and comfortable middle-class ship. The Czech chef prepares national good home cooking and international dishes which will be served in the bright, friendly restaurant with bar. Both the little lounge next to the reception and the observation saloon with its panoramic windows on the upper deck offer comfortable seating areas. Rest and relax on the deck chairs on the large sun deck.
The ship features 16 twin cabins (approx.10 sq m) and 4 single cabins (approx. 8 sq m) with French balcony (opening windows) on the upper deck and 25 twin cabins (ca. 10 sq m) and 2 single cabins(ca. 8 sq m) on the main deck (windows cannot be opened). All 47 cabins are outside cabins and have en-suite shower facilities. They all also include a central air conditioner with individually adjustable ventilation, hairdryers, TV’s and safes. There is W-LAN on board (please note that the signal is not always available).
You will cycle between 25 and 50km each day. All of the distances are approximations for the indicated cycle tours. The cycle tour is suitable for people with an average level of fitness. You will cycle on paved or asphalted cycle paths, on very quiet agricultural roads as well as on tracks leading through forests or fields. There will also be short sections along busier roads. The terrain is mostly flat, though there are some slopes to cope with.
Parking Facilities in Prague:
If you would like to hire a bike (79 EUR) or e-bike (189 EUR) please contact our office when booking: [email protected]
Alterations of schedule or programme: subject to change. In the event that because of low or high water levels or adverse weather conditions a route cannot be taken, the captain reserves the right to change the route for your safety (this would not be a reason for fee-free cancellation).
For safety reasons, sun deck access may be limited in times of high water levels/low bridge clearance.
Bicycles may sometimes be stored ashore overnight as a transport on the ship would not be possible due to low bridge clearance.
Please note for your tour planning that due to numerous locks, the ship will always be slower than a cyclist.
Special dietary needs: (e.g. lactose-free and gluten-free diet) on request and there will be an extra fee. Please inform us at least 14 days prior to departure. If necessary, some special dietary product must be brought along.
Minimum of 45 persons (maximum 94)
Upper deck twin cabin single use: 1874 EUR
Covid 19 info updated Nov 2022
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Arrival in Prague
Individual arrival in Prague. Embarkation from 4pm. After dinner, you should take a stroll over the Charles Bridge, particularly beautiful in the dark, and enjoy the stunning view of the illuminated Prague Castel.
Prague – Kralupy, Cycle Tour approx 27km
The morning is at your disposal and you have enough time for a nice little walk through Prague. Then you will be handed out your bike and start for your first cycle tour. You will cycle along the Vltava River via Troja (Baroque castle – National Art Gallery) to the village of Klecánky and then over the tread of the Vltava via Drasty, Vodochody back to the river bank to today`s destination Kralupy. Arrival of the ship at around 5pm.
Kralupy – Mělník, Cycle Tour approx 28km, Boat Trip to Litoměřice
After breakfast, around 9am, we will take out the bike again. You will cycle – almost always along the Vltava River – to Nelahozeves. Tip: visit the birth house of Antonin Dvořák and one of the most famous Renaissance castles of Bohemia, also known as the “little Louvre of Czechia”. The tour takes you past the Veltrusý Park, with numerous sculptures and gazebos in an extensive terrain, up to the royal town of Mělník. Around about 1.30pm, return back to the ship and enjoy the boat trip on the Elbe River to Litoměřice.
Litoměřice – Day of rest or cycle tour to Ustí and back approx 53km
A day at leisure. Discover one of the most beautiful Czech towns, the royal town of Litoměřice. The colourfulmGothic, Renaissance and Baroque buildings in the town centre, which for the most part is encircled by wellpreserved Gothic fortifications, will enchant you. Well-worth seeing: Baroque Cathedral of St Stephen atop the dome hill, the historic underground (extensive tunnel system) or the Bishop’s residence. You might also be interested in an individual visit to the Terezín Memorial (Theresienstadt) in the village of Terezìn. The concentration camp memorial is located only 5km away. The more advanced cyclists may feel to cycle to Ustí - idyllically situated in the narrow valley of the Elbe river – You will come by the Bohemian Gate and by the old castle ruin Schreckenstein. The barge will moor overnight in Litoměřice.
Litoměřice – Roudnice – Mlčechvosty, Cycle Tour Roudnice – Mělník – Mlčechvosty, approx 40km
Early in the morning, the ship will take you to Roudnice. Your cycle tour starts at around 9am. Almost always alongside the Elbe, via Dobřín, Račice and Vliněves, you cycle back again to the lovely village of Mělník. Enjoy the splendid panoramic view of the confluence of the Vlatwa and Elbe River from the top of the castle hill. You continue cycling to today’s destination Mlčechvosty. Arrival of the ship at around 4:30pm.
Mlčechvosty – Prague, ca. 40km
Today you can go for a last bike tour via Nelahozeves, Kralupy, Vodochody, Drasty and Klecánky to Prague or you relax on the sun deck. You will arrive at Prage at ca. 3:30pm. The rest of the day is reserved for Prague.
Prague, Cycle tour Prague – Zbraslav and back, ca. 30km
Today you have enough time to discover the right bank of the Vltava River, the highlights of the Old Town, the New Town and the Jewish Quarter. Or just meander along the streets or watch the lively goings-on sitting in one of the cafes on the Old Town Square. There are countless possibilities! In case you feel like cycling, make a tour upstream along Vltava River to Zbraslav and back. A trip to Vyṧehrad Castle is worthwile. It was built, probably in the 10th century, on a hill over the Vltava River. Local legend holds that Vyṧehrad was the location of the first settlement which later became Prague.
Departure from Prague
After breakfast, till 9:30am disembarkation and individual departure.
Tours marked with are special prices.
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Jul 08 2023 | Jul 15 2023 | 94 | Single rooms | 1,499€ | ||
Double rooms | 999€ | |||||
Jul 15 2023 | Jul 22 2023 | 94 | Single rooms | 0€ | ||
Double rooms | 999€ | |||||
Jul 22 2023 | Jul 29 2023 | 94 | Single rooms | 0€ | ||
Double rooms | 999€ | |||||
Jul 29 2023 | Aug 05 2023 | 94 | Single rooms | 0€ | ||
Double rooms | 999€ |
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