About AVE Travel Who we are: AVE Travel was the first privately owned Czech travel agency to be established after the Velvet Revolution in 1989. AVE is also the first Prague travel agency to organize bike trips and tours for foreigners. AVE Travel organizes active holiday programs for groups and individuals, especially guided and selfguided bike tours.

Contact: Address: AVE Travel Pod Barvirkou 6 Praha 5, 150 00 Czech Republic GPS: 50°3'43.556"N, 14°24'16.248"E

Tour Manager Mr. Vlastimil Kotyk Phone numbers: Office: +420 721 861 742 Mobile: +420 251 091 118 Fax numbers: +420 2 5155 5156 E-mail: [email protected] Skype: bicycle-tours www.bicycle-tours.cz www.facebook.com/BicycleTours

What we do: • Self-Guided Bicycle Tours These tours are designed for sporty tourists who like cycling on their own. Advantage – you have more freedom, you cycle at your own speed and make stop wherever you wish. Disadvantage – it is necessary that at least one person in the group can read maps and follow itinerary. At least one person has to have a certain level of technical ability in case of technical problems such as a flat tire or minor mechanical adjustments.

• Accommodation in Prague AVE runs fifteen 4* and 5* hotels in Prague. To book a hotel please contact us at [email protected] or visit www.avehotels.cz for more information.

• Guided Group Bicycle Tours We provide the highest comfort in terms of organization, guide services and support on your trip. Tours are led by experienced and qualified bilingual tour leaders who ride with the group throughout the tour and they are backed up by the supporting vehicle. Guided Group Tours include half-board (except the last night).

• Tailor Made Bicycle Tours We will design the trail according to your wishes. You can choose where you would like to start, what places you would like to visit and how long and where you would like to stay for a night.

• Bicycle Rental Service We provide trekking/touring, city and electric bicycles.

AVE Travels, web: www.bicycle-tours.cz, e-mail: [email protected], date: 9h October 2016

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Information A to Z Arrival / tour’s start All tours start in Prague – capital of the Czech Republic. Guided Group Tours start with morning pick up at hotel or at assigned time at Prague Airport. Self-Guided Tours start according to the client’s wish. We will be pleased to arrange for you a pre-tour accommodation in Prague at any of our hotels listed on www.avehotels.cz. We guaranteed the beset price. If you want to be picked up at different venue, we will modify the tour according to your wish. Just ask and let us know what you would like. E- mail: [email protected]

Booking The easiest way to book your bike holiday is to fill out our online booking form. Feel free to use an email, letter or fax. The booking will be definitive and irrevocable as soon as the booking confirmation has been sent to you. Please read our AVE booking Terms and Other conditions on our website. Should you wish to make changes to your booking, it will be possible up to 4 days before the start of the tour (if the hotels are able to accept the changes).

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If you break off the holiday after the start date, you are not entitled to a refund.

Children Some of our bike tours are suitable for families with children. We rent out child bikes, child seats, tagalong and bike trailers.

Bike Hire We offer at least 24-speed gear trekking/touring, city bikes (Leader Fox, Author and Specialized). All bikes contain suspended fork and a rear rack with panniers to store your spare clothes, camera and other equipment. • • • • • •

24-speed gear bike €12/day electric bike €145/week or €20/day + €10 per transfer tandem bike €16/day tag-along €4/day child seat €3/day bike trailer €16/day

You will receive your rented bike on first day of the tour and return it before you go home. You need a credit card as a guarantee on SelfGuided tour. All bikes are provided with a chain lock. If a rented bicycle gets stolen or damaged, we will hold the client responsible. If your insurance does not cover this event, you´ll have to pay the costs by yourself.

Discounts: Discounts for Children • •

under 4 years 100% 4-12 years 30% discount off the tour price and 50% on accommodation at AVE Hotel in Prague for persons sharing a triple or a quadruple room.

Triple Room Discount 4% discount of the tour price for persons sharing a triple or a quadruple room

Breakdown Guided Group Tours – your guide will take care of that. Self-Guided Tours – each group is given a basic repair kit. You should be able to repair minor breakdowns (as a flat tire) by yourself. For anything bigger, call our hotline number (24/7).

Discounts for Groups For groups of four or more, who book a holiday together, AVE Travel offers a group discounts: • 4-7 people: 5% discount • 8 or more people: 10% discount

Cancellation In case of cancellation by the client, the following cancellation fees will be charged: • 20% of the price in the event of cancellation 30 and more days before the start of the holiday; • 50% of the total holiday price if you cancel 29 to 10 days before the start date; • 100% of the total price if you cancel 9 or fewer days before the start date; • 100% of the total price in case of no-show;

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Maps We provide special cycling maps (scale 1:100 000 or more detailed) and plans of cities where you stay over the night. Complete recommended route is highlighted on maps.

Routes All recommended routes are carefully selected so you can see as much as possible interesting sights, enjoy cycling and stay safe away from busy roads. Cycling route can have paved as well as unpaved surface (off-road). Daily distances are from 30 km to 80 km.

Extra Nights It is possible to stay extra nights at any of the hotels on your route (Self-Guided tours) and at first and last hotel (Guided-Group tours).

Signposts Some route’s sections are marked with special cycling route sings. They have yellow background and black numbers (the same as in your itinerary and on the map).

GPS On Self-Guided Tour we can provide GPS (Garmin) with pre-recorded recommended route.

Hotels Hotels are carefully checked and reviewed, located in ideal places for the tour program. We offer use Standard Class (three-star hotels and pensions) – all with private bathroom and TV at each room. Upgrade for Premium accommodation is a option on some routes. All accommodation is with breakfast.

Itinerary

Some routes are part of EuroVelo.com – longdistance cycling path in Europe. For example Prague – Dresden trip follows the route #7.

You will have a detailed itinerary including: hotels’ addresses, contacts, route description (towns, elevation, distance, cycling path # and notes as ”crossing of E55 car road, continue straight to Velesin.”

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Luggage Your luggage will be transported from hotel to hotel. The luggage is picked up after 9 a.m. and delivered to your next hotel before 4 p.m.

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Guided Group Tour includes:

Self-Guided Individual Tour includes:

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Specialized AVE bicycle tour leader during all biking days Pick-up from any AVE hotel in Prague or Prague Airport on the first day of the tour at an appointed time Accommodation in selected standard class hotels and pensions Buffet breakfast on all days Dinners with drinks except the last night Refreshments in the supporting vehicle (soft drinks, snacks, sweets, fruit) Water for a bike-flasks Welcome briefing on the first day Map of Prague and towns of accommodation on the tour (per room) Detailed cycling and town maps (per room) Program and Route Book (per room) Practical bike ride safety training Technical service on the route First aid, health service on the route Supporting minibus Transportation of participants and their luggage and bicycles during the tour

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Personal travel and health insurance for participants of the tour Transportation (air tickets) to/from starting/final point of the tour Transfer from Prague Airport to your Prague hotel on the day of arrival Transfer from hotel to the airport on departure day

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Meals (except of breakfasts) Entrance fees to museums, castles and chateaux Bike rental

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Personal travel and health insurance for participants of the tour Transportation (air-tickets) to/from Prague or starting/final point of the tour Transfer from Prague Airport to your Prague hotel on the day of arrival Transfer from hotel to the airport on the departure day Any lunches, dinner on the last night Entrance fees to castles, chateaux, breweries and museums on the route Bike rental

Pick up from any hotel in Prague or from Prague Airport on the first day of the tour at an appointed time Accommodation in selected standard or premium hotels and pensions Buffet breakfast on all days Detailed town maps (per room) Program and Route Book (per room) Detailed cycling map, route description (per room) Bicycle repair kit (per room) Transportation of participants, their luggage and bicycles from Prague to the starting point of the bike route and from the end of the route to Prague (according to the program of the tour) Transportation of luggage between hotels 24/7 hotline assistance service GPS set with recorded routes, batteries, battery charger (on request)

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Bicycle Rental includes: • • • • • • • •

Trekking/Touring or Crossroad bicycle with at least 24 gears, Shimano components and suspended fork Panniers and handle bar bags for carrying things you need on the road Lock Cycling water bottle as a gift Helmet – needs to be ordered in advance For self-guided tours we provide bikes with a spare tube, pump and necessary tools so rider is able to change tire tube if needed. We adapt the bike to suit your body You are welcome to bring your own SPD pedals and saddle

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Transfer from Prague Airport to Prague hotel Accommodation in Prague, www.avehotels.cz Walking tours and another excursion in and outside of Prague One day bicycle trips from Prague

AVE Travels, web: www.bicycle-tours.cz, e-mail: [email protected], date: 9th October 2016

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Calendar of AVE Travel Guided Group Bicycle Tours in 2017 Name of the tour

Length of Tour Days/Nights/Biking Days

Tour Grades

Starting on

Ending on

Prague - Vienna

8D / 7N / 7 BD

Moderate

7.5.2017

14.5.2017

11.6.2017

18.6.2017

9.7.2017

16.7.2017

6.8.2017

13.8.2017

27.8.2017

3.9.2017

24.9.2017

1.10.2017

22.5.2017

29.5.2017

24.7.2017

31.7.2017

30.4.2017

5.5.2017

4.6.2017

9.6.2017

2.7.2017

7.7.2017

30.7.2017

4.8.2017

20.8.2017

25.8.2017

24.9.2017

29.9.2017

26.6.2017

3.7.2017

14.8.2017

21.8.2017

Bohemian UNESCO Prague - Dresden

Along Vltava River

8D / 7N / 6 BD 6D / 5N / 5 BD

8D / 7N / 6 BD

Moderate Easy

Moderate

Bohemian Rhapsody

5D /4N / 4 BD

Easymoderate

21.8.2017

25.8.2017

Along Elbe River

8D /7N / 6 BD

Easy

12.6.2017

19.6.2017

Adventure Bohemian

6D / 5N / 2BD

Moderate

31.7.2017

5.8.2017

Along Morava River

8D / 7N / 6BD

Easy

19.6.2017

26.6.2017

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Prague - Vienna Prague - Vienna - premium A Bohemian Unesco Bohemian Unesco premium A Prague - Dresden Prague - Dresden - premium A Along Vltava Along Vltava - premium A Bohemian Rhapsody Bohemian Rhapsody - Premium A Along Elbe river to Prague Bohemian Adventure Bohemian Adventure -premium A Giant Ride Along Morava river

01SG 01SG 03SG 03SG 05SG 05SG 10SG 10SG 12SG 12SG 13SG 14SG 14SG 19SG 25SG

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AVE Travel

Name of the tour

Tour Code

8D / 7N / 7BD 8D / 7N / 7BD 8D / 7N / 6BD 8D / 7N / 6BD 6D / 5N / 5BD 6D / 5N / 5BD 8D / 7N / 6BD 8D / 7N / 6BD 5D / 4N / 4BD 5D / 4N / 4BD 8D / 7N / 6BD 6D / 5N / 2-3BD 6D / 5N / 2-3BD 6D / 5N / 3BD 8D / 7N / 6BD

Length of the Tour Days/Nights/Biking Days

7Br 7Br 7Br 7Br 5Br 5Br 7Br 7Br 4Br 4Br 7Br 5Br 5Br 7Br 7Br

B = Moderate B = Moderate B = Moderate B = Moderate A = Easy A = Easy B = Moderate B = Moderate Easy to Moderate Easy to Moderate A = Easy B = Moderate B = Moderate C = Demanding Easy to Moderate

Tour Grade

Meals Included in the Tour Price

Price list of AVE-Travel Self-Guided Individual Bicycle Tours in 2017

830 €

590 €

695 €

595 €

680 €

440 €

330 €

790 €

670 €

690 €

495 €

850 €

695 €

990 €

870 €

Tour Price per person (based on doubleroom occupancy)

130 €

90 €

130 €

120 €

150 €

105 €

90 €

180 €

160 €

180 €

140 €

190 €

160 €

195 €

160 €

Single Supplement

70 €

50 €

50 €

50 €

70 €

50 €

50 €

70 €

70 €

60 €

60 €

70 €

70 €

70 €

70 €

Bicycle Rental

145 €

100 €

100 €

100 €

145 €

100 €

100 €

145 €

145 €

125 €

125 €

145 €

145 €

380 €

380 €

E-Bicycle Rental (Electronic bike)

915 €

680 €

1 390 €

1 260 €

Solo Traveler

8D / 7N / 6BD

5D / 4N / 4BD

8D / 7N / 6BD

6D / 5N / 2-3BD

8D / 7N / 6BD

Prague - Dresden Along Vltava River

Bohemian Rhapsody

Along Elbe River

Bohemian Adventure

Along Morava River

05GT

12GT

13GT

14GT 25GT

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AVE Travel

10GT

8D / 7N / 6BD

Bohemian Unesco

03GT

6D / 5N / 5BD

8D / 7N / 7BD

Prague - Vienna

Name of the tour

Length of the Tour Days/Nights/Biking Days

01GT

Tour Code

B = Moderate

B = Moderate

A = Easy

A and B

B = Moderate

A = Easy

B = Moderate

B = Moderate

Tour Grade

7Br/6Di

5Br/4Di

7Br/6Di

4Br/3Di

7Br/6Di

5Br/4Di

7Br/6Di

7Br/6Di

Meals Included in the Tour Price

Prices of AVE Travel Guided Group Bicycle Tours in 2017

940 €

750 €

890 €

540 €

900 €

765 €

890 €

980 €

Tour Price per person (based on doubleroom occupancy)

130 €

120 €

150 €

90 €

160 €

140 €

160 €

160 €

Single Supplement

70 €

50 €

70 €

50 €

70 €

60 €

70 €

70 €

Bicycle Rental

145 €

100 €

145 €

100 €

145 €

125 €

145 €

145 €

E-Bicycle Rental (Electronic bike)

Prague – Vienna Greenways Trail Number of days

8

Number of nights

7

Number of cycling days

6

Total distance Grade of difficulty:

330-380 km / 200-225 miles Moderate

Highlights • Prague – the capital city of Czech Republic • Cesky Krumlov – the best-preserved medieval town in Europe • the lands of the Trebon ponds • Renaissance towns Trebon and Telc • Czech Canada – woods on the border with Austria and continental divide. • the vineyards of South Moravia • cultural centers of the Moravian region – Znojmo and Mikulov • Dyje national park • border crossing into Austria • Vienna – the capital city of Austria Standard Tour Program Day 1 Prague – Cesky Krumlov (175 km / 110 miles by minibus or car) Transfer from Prague to Cesky Krumlov, free time, sightseeing in Cesky Krumlov. If you prefer cycling you can ride up to Klet hill (1079 m asl) with watch tower and restaurant. It is 26km long loop ride, total elevation gain is 692 m. Welcome briefing and dinner at restaurant (Guided Group Tours only) Day 2 Cesky Krumlov – Trebon (63 km / 39 miles by bicycle). The first cycling day leads through the beautiful hilly landscape surrounding Cesky Krumlov. However, the closer you get to Trebon area, the flatter the landscape becomes. A scenic ride through a picturesque landscape ends in Renaissance town of Trebon, well-known as a major spa resort. In park near Trebon you can visit the Schwarzenberg Tomb. Day 3 Trebon – Telc (78 km / 48 miles by bicycle) Optional tour of Trebon chateau in the morning. The trail winds along many ponds and man-made lakes, so typical for this region, to Perslak, the most northern point of Austria. You will follow the border with Austria on the Greenways trail passing through Nova Bystrice. From Nova Bystrice the trail will take you through the forests of the National Park called Czech Canada. The day ends in Telc, a Renaissance town registered on the UNESCO Cultural Heritage List. Houses on the main square in Telc with facades decorated with typically renaissance graffiti form the best-preserved Renaissance square in the Czech Republic.

Day 4 Telc – Vranov (55 km / 35 miles by bike) Optional tour of Telc chateau in the morning. You will ride through several charming villages typical for this area of the country. We will cycle gently through the region of South Moravia and stay over the night in Vranov which is situated near a dam. Day 5 Vranov – Znojmo (32-38 km / 20-23 miles by bike) You will cycle on the Greenways trail following the river Dyje and the southern Czech border with Austria. You can choose between faster paved route and a longer and more demanding but very beautiful trail through the national park of Dyje. Znojmo is the gateway to South Moravia – the region of wine production. Day 6 Znojmo – Mikulov (61-72 km / 37-43 miles) This flatland region is a traditional grape-growing area and there are many wine cellars. We continue and arrive to Mikulov, a town with a rich history, a beautiful castle and a historical square. You can choose between the shorter and longer option. Exploring Mikulov on your own in the evening. Day 7 Mikulov – Vienna (46 km / 28 miles by bike, transfer to Vienna 50 km / 30 miles by car) We enter Austria at the Mikulov border checkpoint, and spend there he rest of the day. The ride is very similar to the Czech section. There are vineyards, fields and small villages along the trail. We recommend to finish the cycling part of the trail in Poysdorf (25 km) or in Mistelbach (48 km) and travel by car to Vienna. This transfer is included in the tour price. The official tour program ends with a check-in at your Vienna hotel. Important notice: For guided group tours the support vehicle with bikes and the tour leader leaves Vienna on Day 7 in the early afternoon. You can return by supporting vehicle to Prague for free and spend the last night in Prague. Day 8 The tour ends with a breakfast in Vienna or Prague.

AVE Travels, web: www.bicycle-tours.cz, e-mail: [email protected], date: 9th October 2016

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Prague – Dresden Number of days

6

Number of nights

5

Number of cycling days

5

Total distance Grade of difficulty:

240 km / 145 miles Easy

Highlights • Prague – capital city of the Czech Republic • Our easiest tour, route leads on river banks and daily distances are shorter • The Czech Middle Mountains – romantic region of former volcanoes • Hiking in Czech-Saxon Switzerland National Park • The largest rock arch in Europe. • Königstein Fortress, Germany • Dresden – there is probably no other town in Germany which better symbolizes the turbulent history of this country Standard tour program Day 1 Prague – Melnik (58-70km / 35-42 miles by bike) Despite the first small ascent, today's stage follows a nice trail to the heart of the Czech wine region the town of Melnik. Just before leaving Prague we pass the Troja Baroque Castle and we continue to the north following the bank of the Vltava River. The river cuts into the ground there, which creates very interesting rock formations and deep valleys. Visits of castles in Nelahozeves or Veltrusy are the biggest highlights of this day. We will end in an old wine town above the confluence of the Vltava and Elbe Rivers – Melnik. Day 2 Melnik – Litomerice (50 km / 31 miles by bike) Today's stage leads us through a calm Elbe region and it is without significant altitude changes. This region is one of the most fertile regions in the Czech Republic. The most impressive stop on today's stage is the massive Terezin fortress from the turn of the 18th century, which illustrates the military architecture of that time. The seamy side of its history is the World War II period. Nazis used this places as a Jewish concentration camp. We will conclude the day in an old town and spiritual center of this region – Litomerice. Day 3 Litomerice – Decin (52 km / 31 miles by bike) Even though the Czech Middle Mountains region is very hilly, we will follow the banks of the Elbe River most of the time and hills with several old-time ruins will surround us. This former volcanic region had always been an ideal terrain for building castles and fortresses.

Day 4 Decin – Czech-Saxon Switzerland – Hrensko / Bad Schandau (25 km / 15 miles by bike) This day will be almost fully optional but always special! In the morning you can decide, whether you prefer biking or sailing to Hrensko. This border town is situated in the heart of the Czech-Saxon Switzerland NP and it offers many attractive activities – hiking trails leading through the scenery of the rocky towns, mesas, passes, deep gorges and hillsides. Special bonus to admire is the wonder of the Pravcicka Gate, no doubt, the biggest natural rock bridge in Europe.

Day 5 Bad Schandau – Dresden (50 km / 30 miles by bike) This day is packed with historical sights! Shortly from Bad Schandau we will see a scary looking Königstein Fortress and just past the curve a beautiful rock formation with a romantic rock bridge and Bastei Ruin. Couple of kilometers down the road, by the town of Pirna, we will enter the region of the Dresden Valley. Day 6 Dresden There is probably no other town in Germany which better symbolizes the turbulent history of this country and shows many centuries of cultural and architectural boom combined with religious freedom and economic prosperity. A short admiration of Nazism was followed by a cruel punishment in the form of the biggest bombing during World War II, which turned almost the entire city into ruins overnight. We can arrange tour guiding services for you or help you to extend your stay.

AVE Travels, web: www.bicycle-tours.cz, e-mail: [email protected], date: 9th October 2016

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Bohemian UNESCO Number of days

8

Number of nights

7

Number of cycling days

6

Total distance Grade of difficulty:

Length 240 km / 145 miles Moderate

Highlights • Prague – capital city of the Czech Republic • Renaissance towns Telc and Trebon • Renaissance castle in Jindrichuv Hradec • Czech-Moravian highlands • Czech Canada – woods and continental divide on the border with Austria. • Lands of the Trebon ponds • Cesky Krumlov – the best-preserved medieval town in Europe • Neo-gothic Chateau Hluboka nad Vltavou – perhaps the most romantic chateau in the Czech Republic Standard tour program Day 1 Prague – Telc (160 km / 100 miles by bus) Tour starts with transfer from Prague to Telc. You have free evening to enjoy demanding historical town with renaissance square.

Day 5 Free day in Cesky Krumlov to discover and enjoy this pearl among Czech towns. Optional program: sightseeing, visit of Cesky Krumlov castle and gardens, cycling trip in the surrounding area of Cesky Krumlov or rafting on the Vltava River. Day 6 Cesky Krumlov – Hluboka nad Vltavou (42 km / 25 miles by bike) Easy ride following the Vltava River passing through Zlata Koruna monastery which was founded in 1263 by King Přemysl Otakar II. It is precious complex of gothic architecture. The next destination is Česke Budejovice, the hometown of Budweiser beer. Ceske Budejovice square is the largest in central Europe. After the tour of the city we will ride along Vltava River the remaining 12 km to Hluboka where you will stay over the night.

Day 2 Telc - Jindrichuv Hradec (45 km / 27 miles by bike) Optional visit of Telc Renaissance Chateau and world-renowned square, cycling through rolling hills of Czech-Moravian highlands. Optional visit of the castle in Jindrichuv Hradec. Day 3 Jindrichuv Hradec – Trebon (45 km / 27 miles by bike) An easy route through the deep forests of the Czech border area and through the Trebon region of fishponds and man-made lakes. You will touch the most northern point of Austria at Perslak – restaurant in the middle of forest. In the medieval town of Trebon you can visit the chateau, gardens and the Schwarzenberg Tomb. Local Regent brewery offers guided tours with testing. Day 4 Trebon – Cesky Krumlov (64 km / 40 miles by bike) This is a strenuous ride through partially hilly countryside mostly on tarmac roads. Cesky Krumlov is probably the most splendid medieval town in the central Europe with the second largest chateau in the country.

Day 7 Hluboka nad Vltavou – Holasovice and back (45 km / 27 miles by bike, transfer to Prague), Optional chateau excursion in Hluboka at the end of the tour. Departure from Hluboka to Prague by AVE minibus in the late afternoon. Arrival in Prague, check-in to the hotel, free time in Prague. Day 8 Departure after breakfast unless you are prolonging your holiday in the Czech Republic.

AVE Travels, web: www.bicycle-tours.cz, e-mail: [email protected], date: 9th October 2017

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From Český Krumlov to Prague along Vltava River (Along Vltava) Number of days

8

Number of nights

7

Number of cycling days Total distance Grade of difficulty:

6 Length 270-310 km 165 -185 miles Moderate

Highlights • Cesky Krumlov – well preserved medieval town • Golden Crown monastery founded in 1263 by a foundation charter of King Přemysl Otakar II • Ceske Budejovice – home of original Budweiser beer, optional tour with tasting • Pisek – a town with a remarkable historical centre and the oldest stone bridge in central Europe. • Holy Mountain monastery in Pribram • Mine museum • The communist’s working/prison camp Vojna. • Horovice with chateau founded in 13th century • Zbiroh chateau from 13th century (Premium option) • Tocnik and Zebrak castle ruins Karlstejn gothic castle – was the most important royal • castle in the Middle Ages • Prague – capital city of the Czech Republic • Long paved paths through forests and along rivers Standard tour program Day 1 Prague – Cesky Krumlov (170 km / 110 miles by car) Cesky Krumlov is a medieval town registered on the UNESCO World Heritage List. You will have free time to see the world-renowned medieval and Renaissance town with its famous castle gardens. Day 2 Cesky Krumlov – Ceske Budejovice – Hluboka nad Vltavou (42-57 km / 25-35 miles by bike, distance depends on the route) Optional visit of Cesky Krumlov Castle, then we take a route along the scenic valley of the Vltava River. The first site to visit on the way is the monastery Zlata Koruna (the Golden Crown). We continue to Ceske Budejovice (Budweis), optional tour with testing. You stay over night in Hluboka nad Vltavou. Neo-gothic Chateau Hluboka nad Vltavou is perhaps the most romantic chateau in the Czech Republic. Extension – possible to visit also Holasovice village (UNESCO Heritage site). Day 3 Hluboka nad Vltavou – Pisek (53 km / 32 miles by bike) There is a complex of four dams and therefore the Vltava forms four huge lakes. One of the dams is 91 m high, which makes it the largest dam in the Czech Republic. We will pass nuclear power station Temelin and ride on to Pisek, a picturesque town on the Otava River. The main attraction of Pisek is a stone bridge from 13th century, the oldest in central Europe. Day 4 Pisek – Pribram (58-68-72 km / 36-41-43 miles by bike, distance depends on the route)

This is the longest distance of the tour. You can choose between paved path and partly off-road route. We will pass by Orlik castle, where you can take a tour to see its splendidly decorated rooms. At the end of the day's ride, you will arrive in Pribram. The town has been an important mining centre since the Middle Ages. However, the more recent history of the town is rather chilling. Many political prisoners were forced to work at the Pribram uranium mines during the Communist regime. There is a noteworthy museum of mining. The town also offers a welcoming place to relax – a swimming pool and aqua par. Day 5 Pribram – Zebrak / Zbiroh (Premium option) (37 km / 22 miles by bike) We will visit a 14th - 17th century pilgrimage church with a monastery, Svata Hora (Holy Mountain), working camp or mine museum in the morning. Then we will continue the ride through this picturesque region. We will cycle through an extensive former military area in the beautiful forested hills of Brdy. You will cycle "in the middle of nowhere" on 9 metre-wide paved roads used by the army in the past. Premium option ends at Zbiroh chateau from 13th century where you will stay over a night. Day 6 Zebrak – Karlstejn (42 km / 25 miles by bike) Zbiroh – Karlstejn (48 km / 29 miles, Premium option) We will cycle from Zebrak to the impressive 14th century ruins of Tocnik Castle. The middle part of the day leads through forested rolling hills. Shortly afterwards, we will arrive at Beroun. This is a medieval town in the heart of the Karstejn district with romantic valleys, caves, pits and localities where pre-historic fossils can still be found. The remaining part of the day follows the Berounka River through the romantic valley all the way to Karlstejn village. The premium option starts in Zbiroh and joins the standard route in 11 km at Tocnik Castle. Day 7 Karlstejn – Prague (40 km / 24 miles by bike) Optional visit of Karlstejn castle. The Czech King and Holy Roman Emperor Charles IV had built it as an impregnable fortress housing the imperial crown jewels and the most sacred relics. The rest of the route is very easy as it leads along both banks of the Berounka River and later along the Vltava River bank. You can easily reach your Prague hotel by bicycle. Prague is surely one of the most beautiful and romantic cities in Europe. Day 8 Breakfast, transfer to the Prague Airport to catch your plane, unless you decide to prolong your holiday in the Czech Republic.

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Bohemian Rhapsody Number of days

5

Number of nights

4

Number of cycling days

4

Total distance

151 km / 95 miles

Grade of difficulty:

Easy / Moderate

Highlights • Prague – capital city of the Czech Republic • Karlstejn gothic castle – the most important royal castle in the Middle Ages • Saint John under the Cliff – natural wonder in Cesky Kras natural protected area. • Velka Amerika,mine quarry with terrific history • The Koneprusy caves • Beroun – a medieval town on the Berounka River, local brewery Standard tour program Day 1 Prague – Karlstejn (35 km / 20 miles by bike) You will be picked up at your hotel in Prague or at the airport. After welcome briefing at AVE office you start cycling from Prague to Karlstejn village. It is easy route that leads along rivers. The Karlstejn castle is the mayor sightseeing sight. The Czech King and Holy Roman Emperor Charles IV had it built as an impregnable fortress housing the imperial crown jewels and the most sacred relics. Day 2 Svaty Jan Pod Skalou Valley loop (30 km / 18 miles by bike) You will cycle to one of the most picturesque villages in Cesky Kras natural protected area. The history of the village dates back to the end of the 9th century. Shortly afterwards you will pass a limestone quarry called Velka Amerika (Big America) which has a terrific history. Political prisoners of communist regime were made to work here. Mining was conducted in an unusual way by gradual digging of a huge pit (about 800m long, 200m wide and 100m deep), connected to other quarries by long tunnels from the first half of the 20th century.

Day 3 Koneprusy caves and Beroun loop (33 km / 21 miles by bike) Today’s loop will take you to the Koneprusy caves which are developed in 400 million years old Devonian limestone. The caves are 70 m under the ground level and over 2 km long. The accessible part is 590 m long and sightseeing tour lasts one hour. The caves were discovered in 1950 and made accessible for the public in 1959. Another interesting stop is at medieval town of Beroun. Beside city hall and square you can visit local brewery or have a pick-nick on the bank of Berounka River in a scenic river valley.

Day 4 Karlstejn – Prague (40 km / 24 miles by bike) You will follow Berounka River (different route) to return into your hotel in Prague. It is an easy route almost all the way on banks of Berounka and Vltava Rivers. You will have a different view of Prague as you cycle through the city on Vltava River’s bank. Day 5 Breakfast, transfer to the Prague Airport to catch your plane, unless you decide to prolong your holiday in the Czech Republic.

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Along the Elbe River to Prague Number of days

8

Number of nights

7

Number of cycling days

6

Total distance Grade of difficulty:

Length 260 km / 160 miles Moderate

Highlights • Krkonose (Giant Mountains) national park • Spindleruv Mlyn – mountain resort • Hiking to Elbe River spring • Picturesque dam and reservoir Les Kralovstvi • Dvur Kralove – ZOO • Unique Baroque monument – Hospital Kuks • Hradec Kralove – cultural center of the region • Pardubice – home of the famous Velka Pardubicka Steeplechase since 1874 • Kutna Hora – UNESCO heritage site • Well-known spa town of Podebrady • Nymburk city with its preserved brick fortifications • Prague – capital city of the Czech Republic Standard Tour Program Day 1 Prague – Spindleruv Mlyn (150 km / 90 miles by minibus or car) Transfer from Prague to Spindleruv Mlyn, free time to enjoy sightseeing in the mountain resort or to hike to Elbe river spring. Welcome briefing and dinner at restaurant (Guided Group Tours only)

Day 2 Spindleruv Mlyn – Dvur Kralove (52 km / 32 mi by bike) You can take a lift up to St. Peter (bicycle transfer is free of charge) and continue on the cycling path with a long slightly downhill ride through the forests to Vrchlabi. Or you can take a paved road along the Elbe River to Vrchlabi. Both options have the same length. Vrchlabi is called “The Gateway to the Giant Mountains”. Do not miss the charming chateau built in the 16th century. Then we cycle along the shore of the picturesque dam and reservoir, Les Kralovstvi, on the way to Dvur Kralove. Despite its small size it is probably the most beautiful dam site in the Czech Republic. Dvur Kralove is home of a very popular and important ZOO which is specialized in African wildlife.

Day 3 Dvur Kralove – Hradec Kralove (40 km / 24 miles by bike) Shortly you will reach the little village of Kuks. Here you can explore a unique Baroque monument – Hospital Kuks. The Chapel of the Assumption of the Virgin Mary was built there in 1696, followed by the chateau in 1710. The hospital also served as a spa, which was in its time more splendid than the famous Carlsbad. You should not miss the open-air stone theatre of Baroque statues situated in the forest nearby. On the way there is the Baroque fort Josefov founded in 1780. Over the night you will stay in a city with one of the longest histories, Hradec Kralove. Day 4 Hradec Kralove – Pardubice (24 km / 14 miles by bike) It is a short distance to another important city of eastern Bohemia, Pardubice, which will give you plenty of time to visit Kuneticka Hora. There is a spectacular castle on a hill which is only 80 m high. However, the castle looks much more impressive as it is surrounded by flat farmlands. The Museum of Fairy Stories and Gingerbread is nearby. Tonight we will stay in the city of Pardubice. The city is famous for the Velka Pardubicka Steeplechase, a crosscountry race which has been run since 1874. Day 5 Pardubice – Kutna Hora (57 km / 36 miles by bike) This day we cycle along the strengthening stream of Labe through flat territory till we reach the oldest stud farm in Europe, Kladruby. Its history reaches back to the 16th century and the local horses have been used for centuries by many royal and noble families. At the end of the day we divert form Elbe to see one of the most significant UNESCO cities of medieval Europe – Kutná Hora. Before we reach the city, we visit the beautiful classicist chateau Kačina and the uniquely preserved and breath-taking charnel-house in Sedlce at Kutná Hora with the mortal remains of more than 30 000 people.

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Day 6 Kutna Hora – Nymburk (43 km / 25 miles by bike) We climb one of the few hills on our journey and head to Kolin, a significant city and important seat of Central Bohemia. A Jewish synagogue, a gothic church or a unique lookout with marvellous view over the landscape can be found there. After that we follow the newly constructed cycling routes that lead us to the city of Podebrady. These routes are among the best in the Czech Republic. The atmosphere of this beautiful and peaceful spa town can be enjoyed at the colonnade, where you can taste one of the local healing springs. The aim of the day is Nymburk with its unique medieval battlements.

Day 7 Nymburk – Prague (45-60 km / 27-36 miles by bicycle, distance depends on your hotel's location and if you use public transportation in Prague or not). The last cycling day offers many stops along the route again. Who is interested in history, he should make a stop at the open-air museum in Prerov nad Labem. This outdoor museum features the first old Bohemian cottages and another 31 historical buildings and structures with interior exhibitions, which have been carefully re-located from all over the Czech Republic. Upon arriving in the suburbs of Prague you can use the metro and get to the center or you can prolong your cycling on the recommended cycling route and get almost directly to your hotel by bike. The second option is 10 km longer. Day 8 The tour ends with a breakfast in Prague. You can easy prolong the tour with route Prague – Dresden along Elbe River.

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Adventure Bohemian Tour Number of days

6

Number of nights

5

Number of cycling days / km*

2 / 100 - 130 km*

Number of canoeing days / km*

1 / 2 - 35 km*

Number of hiking days / km*

1 / 0 - 30 km*

Grade of difficulty: Easy / Moderate * It is possible to modify the distances for the canoeing, cycling and hiking activities. Highlights • Canoeing on Vltava River • Hiking and cycling • Boat cruise on the Orlik dam • Cesky Krumlov – the best-preserved medieval town in Europe • Neo-Gothic Chateau Hluboka nad Vltavou – the most romantic chateau in the Czech Republic • Pisek – the oldest stone bridge in central Europe • Prague – capital city of the Czech Republic • Orlik – castle on Orlik’s dam waterside Standard tour programme. Day 1 Prague – Cesky Krumlov (170 km / 102 mi by shuttle) The tour starts with a transfer from Prague to Cesky Krumlov. You will have a free evening to enjoy the bestpreserved medieval town in Europe. In the Middle Ages, Cesky Krumlov Castle was the family seat of the most powerful Czech nobles – the Rosenbergs, the Lords of the Rose. The castle complex, the oldest section which dates as far back as the mid-13th century, is one of the largest in Europe. The Baroque theatre, which has been preserved along with the costumes, seats, and stage equipment, has nothing to equal it anywhere in the world. An impressive arched bridge connects the castle to the adjacent baroque park. Day 2 Canoeing on Vltava River to Cesky Krumlov (2-35 km / 1-21 mi) You will be transferred to the starting point and then take a canoe or a raft back to Cesky Krumlov. You can choose a river trip from 2 to 30 km long. On the longer trip you have opportunity to visit one of the oldest castles in South Bohemia – Rozmberk. We spend the night in Cesky Krumlov.

Day 3 Cesky Krumlov – Ceske Budejovice – Hluboka nad Vltavou (42 km / 25 mi by bike). You take the route along the scenic valley of the Vltava River. The first site to visit on the way is the monastery Zlata Koruna (the Golden Crown). We ride on to Ceske Budejovice (Budweis in German). After lunch with Budweiser beer we complete a bike tour of Ceske Budejovice and continue to Hluboka nad Vltavou. Hluboka Chateau is worth visiting and you can also take a pleasant stroll in the elegant park.

Day 4 Hluboka nad Vltavou – Pisek (50 km / 30 mi by bike). You will see a different aspect of the Vltava River in this part of the trip. There is a complex of four dams and therefore the Vltava forms there four huge lakes. You will cycle to Pisek, a picturesque town on the Otava River. Pisek’s main attraction is a 13th century stone bridge, the oldest in central Europe. Day 5 Pisek – Prague (0-48 km / 0-25 mi by bike, 85 km / 50 mi by car) Today you can choose between hiking in the forest along the Otava River up to 30 km (18 miles) to Zvikov and take a boat to Orlik, or you can cycle from Pisek to Orlik (33 km / 20 miles). Then the shuttle will take you back to Prague. The hiking and cycling distances on this day can be modified according to your wishes. Day 6 Breakfast and check out, unless you have decided to prolong your holiday in the Czech Republic.

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Along the Morava River Number of days

8

Number of nights

7

Number of cycling days

6

Total distance Grade of difficulty:

Length 320 km / 190 miles Easy

Highlights • Jeseniky – hills in northern Moravia on the Polish border • Sumperk – local centre established in 13th Century • Olomouc – on the UNESCO heritage list thanks to the Plague Column of the Holy Trinity • Kroměříž – on the UNESCO heritage list thanks to Renaissance buildings, The Květná zahrada (Floral garden) and archbishop’s chateau • Bata´s floating channel • Strážnice – home of biggest annual folklore festival • The Lednice-Valtice complex is registered on the list of UNESCO World Heritage monuments. • Prague – capital city of the Czech Republic Standard Tour Program Day 1 Prague – Horní Morava (225 km / 135 miles by minibus or car) Pick up at hotel or airport in Prague and transfer to Horni Morava, check-in at the hotel there, adjusting the bicycle for you, practical training in safe cycling (Guided Group Tours only), dinner at town.

Day 2 Horní Morava – Šumperk (35 km / 21 miles by bicycle) Most of the route follows the flow of the Morava River today. There is only one longer uphill climb with 200 m gain in the last section. Near Dolni Morava you have the opportunity to visit two well-preserved bunkers. These bunkers were part of the defence system of Czechoslovakia against attack from Hitler´s Nazi Germany. On our way we can stop at one of the largest Moravian breweries, Holba in Hanušovice. The Šumperk district had the largest catholic inquisitorial trials in the 1780s. Do not miss the city-hall and several citizens' houses in Šumperk.

Day 3 Šumperk – Olomouc (63 km / 38 miles by bicycle) We start cycling through the valley of the Desná River on lesser used roads. Outside the town of Úsov we will avoid car roads and use a nice path through the river forest. You can enjoy a visit of the attractive Renaissance chateau in Úsov. During the 40 minute walking tour of Mladečské jeskyně (caves) you can admire the stalactical formations in all kinds of shapes. Our tour will take you to Litovel – known as the Venice of Haná. The Morava River flows with six streams through this town, even under the city-hall and square. The open air museum in Přikazy has an exhibition of Haná settlements and historical residential houses. We will stay overnight in Olomouc. This city is on the UNESCO heritage list thanks to the Plague Column of the Holy Trinity. It is also the largest grouping of Baroque statues in the framework of a single sculpture in central Europe. The cathedral of St. Václav and the archbishop's palace is also worth visiting. The palace is also famous for the coronation of Franz Joseph I during the Habsburg monarchy. Olomouc has fortress buildings built during the war between Austria and Prussia for supremacy in Central Europe during the 18th century. Day 4 Olomouc – Kroměříž (45 km / 27 miles by bicycle) Tovačov is a picturesque little village set amongst ponds. Here you will find the tower of a Renaissance chateau Spanilá. Do not miss the great view from the 96 m high tower and visit the old Jewish cemetery. Kroměříž is called the Athens of Haná thanks to many Renaissance buildings of antique influence. Kroměříž is also on the UNESCO Heritage list since the beginning of the 1990s. The Květná zahrada (Floral garden) and archbishop's chateau is well worth visiting. You can enjoy the exhibition of paintings by Titian, Veronese and Brueghel – masters of the Renaissance and Baroque periods. Day 5 Kroměříž – Strážnice (60-74 km / 36-45 miles by bicycle, depends on route) We will enjoy a brand new special cycling path along the Morava River in the morning. Then there is a short section on roads without traffic followed by one of the oldest and most popular cycling paths in the country. These paths will take you along the Morava River and Bata's floating channel banks. We will cycle along an interesting border point

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between the Haná, Valašsko and Slovácko counties near Otrokovice. These are the most historical and powerful districts of Moravia. At Napajedla we will see one of the best horsebreeding farms which rears English thoroughbred horses. Bata´s floating channel was built during 1935-1938 for the industrial transportation of lignite from Hodonín into Otrokovice where Bata´s factories were, as well for touristic reasons. We will pass through Velehrad, the most well-known pilgrimage site with the basilica of St.Cyril and Methodius. The regional museum in Staré Město has an exhibition of artefacts from settlements of the oldest state system, Velká Morava. It is possible to visit another exhibition of old aircraft in Kunovice, where some of the exhibits were made in a close aircraft factory. We will stay overnight in little town Strážnice. Entrance into the town was guarded by two fortified gates built in 16th century as a prevention against Turks. This town is also famous for biggest annual folklore festival in Czech Republic.

Day 7 Valtice – Lednice – Prague (23 km / 14 miles by bicycle and 260 km / 160 miles by bus) Our last cycling day: after breakfast we will visit the Valtice chateau and then cycle through the Lednice-Valtice complex. At the end of the 18th century, the local aristocratic family, the House of Liechtenstein, began to create a unique manmade landscape complex. The complex is registered in the list of UNESCO World Heritage monuments. After 20 km we will stop at the Lednice chateau and English-style landscaped garden. You will have enough time to visit the chateau, explore other monuments around or simply relax in the garden. In the early afternoon we will return to Valtice and take a shuttle back to your hotel in Prague. Day 8 The tour ends with a breakfast in Prague.

Day 6 Strážnice – Valtice / Lednice (66 km / 40 miles by bicycle) Ahead is another day on mostly new paved cycling paths with a long section along the bank of the Morava River. For a short time we will also visit Slovakia. Only 5 km from Strážnice we will make our first stop at Plže with its collection of 80 wine-cellars. The first had already been built in the 15th century. After a further 15 km we will reach Hodonín, the hometown of philosopher and first Czechoslovakian president, T.G. Masaryk. We will cycle through several small villages. It is possible to make a short stop at Lanžhot and visit a small chateau and local museum. We will also make another interesting stop at the Pohansko archeological area, where you can learn about the development of this area in the middle of the floodplain forest since the 6th century. Tonight we will stay in Valtice, small town near Austrian border famous for its Baroque chateau from the 12th century.

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Giant Ride Tour Number of days

6-7

Number of nights

5-6

Number of cycling days / km*

3-4 / 150-210 km*

Grade of difficulty: Demanding * It is possible to prolong this tour into Adršpach-Teplice Rock Towns Highlights • Hiking up to the Snezka Mountain and to the Elbe river´s spring • Krkonose (Giant Mountains) National Park • Spindleruv Mlyn – mountain resort • Harrachov – mountain resort • Long uphills and downhills • Prague – capital city of the Czech Republic Standard tour program Day 1 Prague – Liberec (transfer 105 km / 62 miles by AVE shuttle bus) We transfer you from the Prague Airport or from your hotel in Prague to the cultural and economic center of North Bohemia – the city of Liberec. There you can visit one of the most popular attractions outside Prague – water park Babylon, before you start cycling the following day. There is an extensive aqua park, wellness center, casino, restaurants, bars and much more at Babylon. Day 2 Liberec – Harrachov (52 km / 30 miles by bicycle) We start with a warm-up by ascending to the Jizerské hory mountain range. There are pleasant paved car-free tracks as we reach the upper levels of the Jizerské hory nature reserve. These gently rolling tracks will be a very pleasant surprise for you. Enjoy this nice leisurely section of the tour. During the cycling day there will be opportunities for refreshments at several mountain chalets that we pass by. This leg ends with a descent into the recreational resort of Harrachov. This town is situated on the borderline between Jizerské hory and the Krkonoše National Park. Harrachov is also well-known because of its ski-jumping competitions and glass production. Day 3 Harrachov – Špindlerův Mlýn (21 km / 13 miles by bicycle, 37 km with a detour to Labská bouda) The profile of the terrain changes upon entering the Krkonoše (Giant Mountains) National Park. Soon after leaving Harrachov, we start a long uphill climb to Dvoračky cottage. This is rewarded by wonderful vistas of the Czech lowlands, far to the south of the Giant Mountains. After a short descent we start climbing again. The path takes us along a quiet road leading to the mountain resort of Horní Mísečky. It is possible to take an 8 kilometer detour to the Labská bouda mountain chalet and then hike 950 m to the source of River Elbe - one of the most important rivers in Europe. The River Elbe flows into the North Sea at Cuxhaven after 1154 km. A pleasant downhill ride leads then from Horní Mísečky all the way to Špindlerův Mlýn. We recommend prolonging your stay in this well-known mountain resort in the center of the Giant Mountain region.

Day 4 Špindlerův Mlýn – Pec pod Sněžkou (26 km / 15 miles by bicycle) You can take a lift up to St. Peter (bikes are carried free of charge) and continue on the cycling path with a long slightly downhill ride through the forests to Strážné. Or you can warm-up with a 6 kilometer uphill climb to the same point, where both groups can meet. Shortly after Strážné village, we start to climb again. This is the most demanding uphill climb of the whole route – 610 m elevation change in 10 kilometers. As you ride on the paved car-free cycling track and gain height, you can enjoy wonderful views of Black Hill and the deep valleys below. There we will reach 1.357 m above sea level. We strongly recommend taking a short detour to get an excellent view of the highest mountain of the Czech Republic - Sněžka (1.602 m above sea level). This detour leads to Luční Bouda mountain chalet (1.400 m above sea level). If you are in good physical condition, it is possible to hike to the summit following a wellmarked 3,5 kilometer hiking track. The remainder of the route is an easy 5 kilometer descent to Pec pod Sněžkou.

Day 5 Pec pod Sněžkou – Prague (Transfer 180 km / 108 miles by AVE shuttle bus) Transfer to your hotel in Prague unless you have decided to continue cycling further to Teplice nad Metují.

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Day 6 Prague Breakfast and check out, unless you are prolonging your holiday in the Czech Republic. We would like to offer you 10% discount on any hotel price listed on www.avehotels.cz for any extra nights, so you can enjoy and discover one of the most beautiful cities in the world. Suggestion to extend the tour Adršpach-Teplice Rock Town.

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Day 5 Pec pod Sněžkou – Poland – Teplice (60 km / 36 miles by bicycle) Particularly for nature lovers, we suggest continuing cycling further east. The terrain changes again and steep mountains are replaced by gently rolling forested hills. On the way to the Broumov district you can ride for several kilometers through Poland. The almost 60 kilometer route goes through the Broumov district, surrounded by the Javoří, Stolové and Jestřebí hills, which has a picturesque landscape with areas of unspoilt nature reserves. It is especially well-known because of its rock towns and unique rustic architecture. A particular highlight is to go hiking through the luscious pine forests and among the rugged and dramatic rock formations of the Adršpach Rock Town. Day 6 Teplice – Prague (Transfer 180 km / 108 miles by AVE shuttle bus) We will transfer you to your Prague hotel, unless you are prolonging your stay there. Day 7 Prague Breakfast and check-out, unless you are prolonging your holiday in the Czech Republic. We would like to offer 10% you discount on any hotel price list on www.avehotels.cz for any extra nights so you can enjoy and discover one of the most beautiful cities in the world.

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One-Day Bicycle Trips from Prague Guided Group Tours Our one-day trips are designed for those of you who enjoy active holidays and who want to learn more about the real life of our country in an unusual way from a bicycle saddle in Prague or its surroundings. The AVE minibus or taxi will pick you up at your hotel in the morning. We will lend you a high-quality bike and a helmet and you will take off to some of the castles or other places of interest in the vicinity of Prague.

Prague to Karlštejn Castle Grand Tour of Prague Highlights: •

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Karlštejn gothic castle - the most important royal castle in the Middle Ages. The Czech King and Holy Roman Emperor Charles IV had built it as an impregnable fortress housing the imperial crown jewels and the sacred relics. Typical Czech cuisine Easy and flat 32 km (20 miles) route following river banks Train ride – you will return to Prague by train

Departures: Daily from 1st April to 31st October except Mondays and days after state holidays

Highlights: • Vyšehrad Castle • Prague cubist houses • Romantic-Era buildings on both embankments of the Vltava River • Dancing House • National Theatre • New Town Hall • Municipal House • Powder Tower • Old Town Square with Old Town Hall and its Astronomical Clock • Franz Kafka Monument at the Spanish Synagogue • Old-New Synagogue • Letna Park • Queen Anna’s Summerhouse • Prague Castle • The Loreta • Strahov Monastery • Petřín Park • Lesser Town district (Malá Strana) • Charles Bridge • Kampa Park and many others…

Price: 1190 KCZ per person

Discounts: Pick-up Discount: 120 CZK off the trip price for clients who travel to the start point of the trip by themselves

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pick up from your Prague hotel welcome briefing map of Prague rental of a 21-speed bicycle water bottles safety helmets brief bicycle training course friendly English-speaking guide emergency service on the route train ticket for your return to Prague

Reservation: By 8 pm the evening before you want to join the tour. Tours can be booked at your hotel reception or at all tour box offices in Prague. Or call the AVE travel reservation center: Phone: +420 222-318-849 Mobile: +420 724-011-083 E-mail: [email protected]

Departures: We arrange this tour on request for groups from 1st April to 31st October

Price: Depends on group size

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pick up from your Prague hotel welcome briefing map of Prague rental of a 21-speed bicycle water bottles and safety helmets provided brief bicycle training course friendly English-speaking guide emergency service on the route

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One-Day Bicycle Trips from Prague Self-Guided Tours

Trip to Okoř Length

65 km / 39 miles

Grade of difficulty: We can help you to discover natural beauty as well as castles or old ruins in Prague´s surroundings on your own. You will get detail cycling maps with marked recommended routes. We can provide you also GPS with pre-recorded routes. You can choose between MTB, trekking and crossroad bikes.

All Self-Guided bicycle trips:

Moderate

Highlights • wonderful natural scenery called Divoka Sarka, just on outskirts of Prague • the mystical ruins of Okor castle • Lidice Memorial Museum • the opportunity to swim in a beautiful open-air swimming pool surrounded by nature rock cliffs

Departures: From 1st April to 31st October daily except weekends. We recommend to book it in advance.

Price: 600 CZK per person + 300 CZK per group

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welcome briefing map of Prague cycling map rental of a 21-speed bicycle panniers (if required) bicycle repair kit (per group) water bottles and safety helmets provided GPS rental with pre-recorded route 24 hour hotline assistance service

Trip to Konopiště Chateau Length

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Grade of difficulty:

E-mail: [email protected] Phone: +420 721 861 742

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Prague to Karlštejn Castle Length

32 km / 19 miles

Grade of difficulty:

69 km / 42 miles

Easy

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Highlights • Karlštejn gothic castle - the most important royal castle in the Middle Ages. The Czech King and Holy Roman Emperor Charles IV had it built as an impregnable fortress housing the imperial crown jewels and the most sacred relics. • Easy flat 32 km (20 miles) route following rivers banks • Train ride – you will return to Prague by train

Moderate

Neo-Gothic Chateau Konopiště, the Hunting Lodge of the former Heir to the Throne (his assassination in June 1914 led to the outbreak of WWI). Crossing Sázava River valley Train ride – as you have already ridden around 50 km, we suggest that you return to Prague by train from Benesov. A direct train takes you to Prague Main Railway Station in about 1 hour 15 minutes

Trip to Saint John Under the Cliff Length

40-75 km / 25-45 miles

Grade of difficulty: • • • • •

Moderate

Saint John under the Cliff nature preserve of Prokopské Údolí scenic Berounka River valley Train ride back to Prague Possibility to extend the tour by extra easy 35 km – from Srbsko village you can cycle along Berounka River bank all the way to Prague hotel or AVE office

By connecting tours Prague to Karlstejn + Saint John under the Cliff you can cycle a loop 75 km long.

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Cycling along rivers and through Prokop´s valley Length

32 km / 20 miles

Grade of difficulty:

Easy

Are you coming into Prague with your friends, classmates, a school group or maybe a company team? Let´s brighten your stay in this city with an activity as bicycle trip. This 2-3 hours long easy cycling loop is suitable for a school classes, group of friends or company teams which can have it as a part of team building programme. We will take you along Vltava and Berounka rivers. During the tour we will stop at restaurant or refreshment point on river bank. You will be surprised as a short way from the city is a beautiful nature oasis where your spirit can meditate.

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AVE Bicycle Rental Service Our bikes are equipped according to Czech regulations and the requirements of the tour. All bikes are fully maintained and in warranted condition. You need a credit card as a guarantee.

Bicycle Models: • • • •

Trekking / Touring (Leader Fox) Cross Road Bikes (Specialized) E-bike (bicycle with an electric engine) – it has to be ordered in advance Tandem bike

E-bike (bicycle with electrical engine) The electric bicycle we offer is low step frame bicycle, equipped with mid-class components, with 36V/10Ah Lithium Polymer battery. The maximum load is 125 kgs. The assisted range in standard terrain is 40+ km in pedalled mode. This ebike has also grip accelerator for faster starts. Electric bike is equipped with USB recharging plug for mobile phone and extra-large jelly saddle. The e-bike has to be ordered in advance.

All bicycles except tandem bike contain suspended fork. Each bike has a handlebar bag, a rear rack with pannier to store your spare clothes, camera and other equipment.

Bike rental includes: • • • • •

lock handlebar bag repair kit (pump, spare tube, tools) per 1-4 bikes pannier helmet – it has to be ordered in advance

Bike rental office (map) You can rent and return a bike from 8 am till 4 pm on working days at our office AVE a.s., Pod Barvířkou 6, Prague 5. To get to our office take Tram #7, stop Křížová (&1 minute’s walk) or metro yellow line "B" – station Smíchovské nádraží (&5 minutes’ walk). Please order your bike in advance for Saturdays and Sundays.

E-bike - AGOGS CityLiner Class

Bike delivery We can deliver the bikes into your hotel for 400 CZK one way (up to 10 bikes).

Crossing/Touring Leader Fox

Handlebar bag

Pannier 1

Pannier 2

Pannier 2 .

100% Water-proof pannier

Cross Road Bike

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Bike rental prices: Bicycle Models Touring / trekking Cross Road (City Bike) Tandem Accessories Cycling map GPS Bike transfer in Prague (1-10 pcs) Cycling map of Prague

Period Price CZK Return by 4 PM 250 the same day Return by 4 PM 250 the same day Return by 4 PM 350 the same day

Period Price CZK Return by 4 PM 400 next day Return by 4 PM 400 next day Return by 4 PM 600 next day

75 290 400 FREE

Did not find an answer to your question? Do not hesitate to contact us at: E-mail: [email protected] Mobile: + 420 721 861 742

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