Wine Trail between Prague and Vienna
Austria, Czech Republic Bike Tours
Bike, wine, and history on the Iron Curtain Trail
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Overview
If you love wine, history, and beautiful landscapes, then this bike tour in Austria and the Czech Republic is the perfect choice! You will visit ancient wine regions, steeped in 2,000 years of wine-making tradition. Get a glimpse into the lives of local wine producers in picturesque villages, which always have two centers: the residential and the winemaking. You will be able to taste and compare exceptional wine and local specialties.
While biking on border roads between the Czech Republic and Austria, it is hard to believe that, at one time, this beautiful region was called "no man's land", dividing the free world from communism by the monstrous iron curtain. Though the Cold War is now part of history, you will find traces today!
Highlights
- Prague
- Vienna
- Local culture, wine, cuisine
- History and Iron Curtain Trail and Museum
- Castle complex of Lednice-Valtice Cultural Landscape
- Chateau wine cellar in Valtice
- And so much more!
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Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Prague
Day 2: Transport to Moravia - Lednice - Valtice Cultural Landscape, 19 mi. (30 km)
Day 3: Břeclavsko + Iron curtain trails, 30 mi. (48 km)
Day 4: Pálava Hill + Mikulov, 30 mi. (48 km)
Day 5: Mikulov - Znojmo, 41 mi. (66 km)
Day 6: Podyjí NP, 32 mi. (52 km)
Day 7: Vienna (Austria)*All distances are approximate. One of the biggest advantages of this tour is its flexibility, allowing you to decide how you'd like to spend your days according to the current weather conditions or the amount of cycling you wish to do. Want time off your bike and still be active? On days 2, 4 and 6, it is possible to hike.
Day 1: Arrival in Prague
Arrive in Prague and check in to your hotel. You can decide how to spend the remainder of this day. Relax, explore Prague on your own, or book a unique Prague by bike tour (not included in your tour price. See pricing). This tour is guided by Prague natives who truly love the city and are knowledgeable about much more than just tourist highlights. Finish the day with a mug of good beer and an authentic dinner. Extra nights in Prague are always recommended giving you the opportunity to fully explore the hidden corners of this beautiful city!Sample accommodation:
Hotel ClementDay 2: Transfer to Moravia - Lednice-Valtice Cultural Landscape, 19 mi. (30 km)
In the morning, you will be transferred to Southern Moravia by car (3.5 hours). Spend all day exploring the Lednice-Valtice Cultural Landscape – a castle complex that used to belong to the family of Lichtenstein. Under the care of this single family, the swampy area was transformed into a well-planned combination of castles and parks, sometimes also called “The Garden of Europe” or “The Garden Paradise”. You will have a chance to explore the castle and grounds, which is an outstanding work of human creativity. Since the complex is very large, a bike is the perfect mode of transportation because it allows you to experience this exceptional cultural site and get a good workout in the process. Enjoy the botanical garden, taste a few of the best wines of the Czech Republic in the Chateau wine cellar in Valtice, or visit one of many architectural wonders that make this day one of the highlights of the whole trip!Sample accommodation:
Relax Hotel StorkDay 3: Břeclavsko and Iron Curtain Trails, 30 mi. (48 km)
The first part of today's biking stage leads through beautiful deep woods along the Dyje River exploring the remaining parts of the Lednice-Valtice Cultural Landscape. Visit the town of Breclav with a restored synagogue and castle ruin. Only a few kilometers downstream you'll find the beautiful Pohansko Chateau, hidden just near the Austrian border. The second part of the day you follow Iron Curtain roads on the border between Austria and the Czech Republic. Those interested in Cold War history can visit the Iron Curtain Museum. The day ends in the town of Mikulov featuring its Baroque castle, historical town square, unique old synagogue, and a local curiosity, a giant wine cask. The route today is mostly along bike paths.Sample accommodation:
Boutique Hotel TanzbergDay 4: Palava Hill Loop, 30 mi. (48 km)
Today you explore Pálava Hill and its surroundings. Due to a unique combination of vineyards, castle ruins, and limestone formations, it is named on the UNESCO biospheric reserve list and earned the nickname, Mediterranea of the Czech Republic. Cycle uphill for amazing views of the surrounding area. If the sky is clear you can see the Czech - Austrian - Slovakian border. The small town of Pavlov will be your first stop. The town is “guarded” by the Devin castle ruin. Take a break and walk through the traditional village or climb up to the castle ruins for an amazing view of Nové Mlýny water dam. After that continue through the village of Dolni Vestonice, which is known for its rare archeological find, the Venus of Vestonice. To get back to the town of Mikulov, you will continue through the vineyard region and around the Palava Hills venturing as far as the border crossing near Nový Přerov. The last part will easily meander towards Mikulov giving you some of the best views of it with the castle nesting majestically above the town. If you wish to hike instead of cycle, this day offers the opportunity! You can hike across Pálava Hill visiting three castle ruins, a cave complex, and traditional villages.Sample accommodation:
Boutique Hotel TanzbergDay 5: Mikulov - Znojmo, 41 mi. (66 km)
Today you start cycling to the west crossing the border to Austria. The first stop is an Austrian iconic wine cellar “village”, Wildendürbach. This picturesque place has numerous wine cellars covering a small hill that creates the look and feel of a village but it has no permanent inhabitants. From here, you bike through the countryside to the spa town of Laa, where you can stop for an early lunch. After this, cross the border back to the Czech Republic and bike along the Greenways bike trail, Prague to Vienna. The next stop is the small town of Jaroslavice with a Renaissance chateau, and the historical Slup watermill, a historical landmark. The day ends in Znojmo. This old royal town welcomes you with panoramic views of Podyjí NP, a lively and well-preserved old historical town center, and a castle.Sample accommodation:
Pension SolniceDay 6: Podyjí NP loop + Znojmo, 32 mi. (52 km)
Today you can choose between biking or hiking. The bike option takes you through the small villages to the west all the way to Čížov. This little village treasures one of the last preserved barbed wire lines and border guard towers of the original Iron Curtain. Further south is a breathtaking view over the border to the smallest town in Austria, Hardegg. To finish the loop, turn back to the East and continue again along the national Park to Znojmo. If you'd like to bike a little more, you can turn to the scenic Šobes vineyard, once awarded as one of the best vineyards in the world and Šatov historical village! The hiking option can start either from the town directly towards the national park or by a short bus transfer. A hiking option this day can start either from the town directly towards the national park, or by a short bus transfer.Sample accommodation:
Pension SolniceDay 7: Vienna (Austria)
In the morning, you'll be transported by car or train to the city of waltz, opera, and famous coffee! The capital city of Austria is your final destination. Of course, you can always extend your stay in Vienna to explore the UNESCO-protected city center, the Schönbrunn Castle, and many other sights that are too beautiful and unique to be missed. Extra nights, guided city tours, and transfers back to Prague can be arranged!Don't forget to check out all our bike tours or view all our featured bike trips, news, and specials.
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Hotels & Bikes
Accommodations in 3-star hotels (standard version) or 4-star hotels (premium version). A sample hotel list is listed in the day-to-day itinerary, keeping in mind all accommodations are based on availability
Bicycles
Inclusions
What’s Included
- Hotel accommodations for 6 nights
- Breakfasts
- Pre-tour meeting on Day 1
- Luggage transportation (weight limit 15 kg per person - max. two pieces)
- 24-speed bicycle (Pells Stratus Deluxe or similar) with helmet, handlebar bag, water bottle, pannier, mudguards, and bike bell
- Detailed maps and route descriptions
- GPS tracks available
- Telephone support
- Ticket from Znojmo to Vienna
- Dinners
- Tour guide
- Support vehicle
Guided Tour only
What’s Not Included
- Individual arrival and departure to Prague
- Lunches and dinners (dinners included in guided tour only)
- Beverages
- Extension in Prague
- Premium bike upgrade (Specialized Diverge Sport or similar)
- Electric bicycle (Agogs city liner or similar)
- Tourist taxes
- Bicycle protection
- Travel Insurance
Dates & Pricing
Dates
Guided
June 23, 2024
Self-guided*
Daily departures from March 31 to November 1, 2024
*A minimum of 2 people is required to confirm a request. If traveling alone, the tour could be confirmed with an additional supplement.
Please Note
- Rates are per person, based on double occupancy
- Tour prices are based on the fuel costs at time prices are set, often months or years in advance. In rare cases, additional fees may apply for fuel cost increases.
- Information to read before you book
- We recommend purchasing trip insurance
- Please see our FAQ
Pricing
June 23, 2024
Standard accommodations $ 1954 £ 1006 $ 1,735 € 1154 kr 174893 ₪ 4717 ¥ 190826 Mex$ 21424 NZ$ 2105 NOK 13612 kr 13280 $ 1,281 Single supplement $ 293 £ 151 $ 260 € 173 kr 26219 ₪ 707 ¥ 28607 Mex$ 3212 NZ$ 316 NOK 2041 kr 1991 $ 192 Dinners included $ 369 £ 190 $ 328 € 218 kr 33039 ₪ 891 ¥ 36049 Mex$ 4047 NZ$ 398 NOK 2571 kr 2509 $ 242
Premium accommodations $ 2218 £ 1142 $ 1,970 € 1310 kr 198535 ₪ 5354 ¥ 216623 Mex$ 24320 NZ$ 2389 NOK 15452 kr 15076 $ 1,454 Single supplement $ 310 £ 160 $ 275 € 183 kr 27734 ₪ 748 ¥ 30261 Mex$ 3397 NZ$ 334 NOK 2159 kr 2106 $ 203 Dinners included $ 298 £ 153 $ 265 € 176 kr 26673 ₪ 719 ¥ 29104 Mex$ 3267 NZ$ 321 NOK 2076 kr 2025 $ 195
Solo traveler surcharge $ 298 £ 153 $ 265 € 176 kr 26673 ₪ 719 ¥ 29104 Mex$ 3267 NZ$ 321 NOK 2076 kr 2025 $ 195Daily departures from March 31 to November 1, 2024
Standard accommodations $ 1723 £ 888 $ 1,531 € 1018 kr 154282 ₪ 4161 ¥ 168337 Mex$ 18899 NZ$ 1857 NOK 12008 kr 11715 $ 1,130 Single supplement $ 293 £ 151 $ 260 € 173 kr 26219 ₪ 707 ¥ 28607 Mex$ 3212 NZ$ 316 NOK 2041 kr 1991 $ 192 Dinners included $ 369 £ 190 $ 328 € 218 kr 33039 ₪ 891 ¥ 36049 Mex$ 4047 NZ$ 398 NOK 2571 kr 2509 $ 242
Premium accommodations $ 1896 £ 977 $ 1,684 € 1120 kr 169740 ₪ 4578 ¥ 185204 Mex$ 20793 NZ$ 2043 NOK 13211 kr 12889 $ 1,243 Single supplement $ 310 £ 160 $ 275 € 183 kr 27734 ₪ 748 ¥ 30261 Mex$ 3397 NZ$ 334 NOK 2159 kr 2106 $ 203 Dinners included $ 427 £ 220 $ 379 € 252 kr 38192 ₪ 1030 ¥ 41671 Mex$ 4678 NZ$ 460 NOK 2972 kr 2900 $ 280
Solo traveler surcharge $ 298 £ 153 $ 265 € 176 kr 26673 ₪ 719 ¥ 29104 Mex$ 3267 NZ$ 321 NOK 2076 kr 2025 $ 195Extra Options
Electric Bike $ 137 £ 71 $ 122 € 81 kr 12276 ₪ 331 ¥ 13394 Mex$ 1504 NZ$ 148 NOK 955 kr 932 $ 90
Specialized Diverge Bike Upgrade $ 54 £ 28 $ 48 € 32 kr 4850 ₪ 131 ¥ 5292 Mex$ 594 NZ$ 58 NOK 377 kr 368 $ 36
Extra nights
Prague High Season* Low Season Standard double/twin room $ 107 £ 55 $ 95 € 63 kr 9548 ₪ 257 ¥ 10418 Mex$ 1170 NZ$ 115 NOK 743 kr 725 $ 70 $ 98 £ 51 $ 87 € 58 kr 8790 ₪ 237 ¥ 9591 Mex$ 1077 NZ$ 106 NOK 684 kr 667 $ 64 Standard single room $ 176 £ 91 $ 156 € 104 kr 15762 ₪ 425 ¥ 17198 Mex$ 1931 NZ$ 190 NOK 1227 kr 1197 $ 115 $ 161 £ 83 $ 143 € 95 kr 14398 ₪ 388 ¥ 15709 Mex$ 1764 NZ$ 173 NOK 1121 kr 1093 $ 105 Premium double/twin room $ 152 £ 78 $ 135 € 90 kr 13640 ₪ 368 ¥ 14882 Mex$ 1671 NZ$ 164 NOK 1062 kr 1036 $ 100 $ 142 £ 73 $ 126 € 84 kr 12731 ₪ 343 ¥ 13890 Mex$ 1559 NZ$ 153 NOK 991 kr 967 $ 93 Premium single room $ 240 £ 124 $ 214 € 142 kr 21521 ₪ 580 ¥ 23481 Mex$ 2636 NZ$ 259 NOK 1675 kr 1634 $ 158 $ 223 £ 115 $ 199 € 132 kr 20005 ₪ 540 ¥ 21828 Mex$ 2451 NZ$ 241 NOK 1557 kr 1519 $ 147 Vienna High Season* Low Season Standard double/twin room $ 125 £ 65 $ 111 € 74 kr 11215 ₪ 302 ¥ 12237 Mex$ 1374 NZ$ 135 NOK 873 kr 852 $ 82 $ 117 £ 60 $ 104 € 69 kr 10457 ₪ 282 ¥ 11410 Mex$ 1281 NZ$ 126 NOK 814 kr 794 $ 77 Standard single room $ 196 £ 101 $ 174 € 116 kr 17580 ₪ 474 ¥ 19182 Mex$ 2154 NZ$ 212 NOK 1368 kr 1335 $ 129 $ 176 £ 91 $ 156 € 104 kr 15762 ₪ 425 ¥ 17198 Mex$ 1931 NZ$ 190 NOK 1227 kr 1197 $ 115 Premium double/twin room $ 152 £ 78 $ 135 € 90 kr 13640 ₪ 368 ¥ 14882 Mex$ 1671 NZ$ 164 NOK 1062 kr 1036 $ 100 $ 134 £ 69 $ 119 € 79 kr 11973 ₪ 323 ¥ 13064 Mex$ 1467 NZ$ 144 NOK 932 kr 909 $ 88 Premium single room $ 267 £ 138 $ 238 € 158 kr 23945 ₪ 646 ¥ 26127 Mex$ 2933 NZ$ 288 NOK 1864 kr 1818 $ 175 $ 249 £ 128 $ 221 € 147 kr 22278 ₪ 601 ¥ 24308 Mex$ 2729 NZ$ 268 NOK 1734 kr 1692 $ 163 *High season: April, May, & June & September & October
Transfers
Prague Airport to hotel (1-3 pax): $ 93 £ 48 $ 83 € 55 kr 8335 ₪ 225 ¥ 9095 Mex$ 1021 NZ$ 100 NOK 649 kr 633 $ 61 Prague Airport to hotel (4-8 pax): $ 119 £ 61 $ 105 € 70 kr 10609 ₪ 286 ¥ 11575 Mex$ 1300 NZ$ 128 NOK 826 kr 806 $ 78
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Extra Info
Skill Level — Easy–Moderate
This is an easy to moderate guided or self-guided bike tour with average daily distances between 19 and 38 miles (30 and 62 km). Three days of this tour make a loop so you can choose your daily biking distance. On those days, you can opt to do a hiking tour instead of biking. The cycling routes run through a scenic, slightly hilly countryside, lined with vineyards and showcasing the beauty of the landscape and nature.
Airport Info
The closest international airport to your tour start in Prague is Václav Havel Airport (PRA), located 20 km from the city center.
Local Travel
The journey from the airport to the city center takes around 25 - 30 minutes by taxi or up to one hour by public transportation.
Public Transportation
The most convenient mode of public transportation from the airport to the city center is the Airport Express Bus. The bus station is at the parking lot right in front of Terminal 1. Tickets cost 60 CZK for adults and you can buy them at the terminal or directly from the bus driver. The bus terminates at Prague Main Station (Praha Hlavni Nadrazi).
Taxi
Fix Taxi (metered white taxis) are recommended and available at the airport. The company provides taxi service at guaranteed tariff prices which are equal to the maximum prices allowed for taxi services in Prague. Fees start at 40 CZK plus 28 CZK per kilometer, plus 6 CZK per minute waiting in traffic based on the number of km traveled. The estimated price from the airport to the city center is around 650 CAK to 700 CZK.Climate
The climate in the region is considered continental, with varying temperatures that are cooler and temperate. Please check local conditions before your arrival and don’t forget your raingear.
Recommended
We highly recommend a guided city bike tour of Prague. See pricing. We also suggest an extra day in Czech Saxony Swiss National Park, a sandstone paradise, perfect for walking and biking.
Important to know
Travel Documents
It is each traveler's responsibility to ensure that you are in compliance with the country or countries you plan to visit. This includes and is not limited to passport validity, visa requirements and acquisition, blank passport pages required for your destination (s), etc.
US citizens: A good website to research the requirements of the Schengen Agreement and entry into other countries is travel.state.gov.
Non-EU and EU residents: Please research the requirements of your country of residence for international travel and your destination country or countries.
*Important note: Please check on the European Travel Information and Authorization System (ETIAS) status as once implemented, this will be required to visit any of the 26 Schengen-member countries for tourism, business, medical, or transit. This is an additional check on security rather than a visa.Tour Operator
This tour is run by EBT.
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