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6 DAYS, 5 NIGHTS
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All meals included except 2 lunches and 1 dinner.

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Meet / Depart

Prague, Czech Republic/Salzburg, Austria

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Culture & History, Fine Wine & Cuisine, Geological Wonders, Natural Beauty &/or Wildlife

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Czech Republic Walking

Czech Republic & Austria Walking

Bohemian Delights & Baroque Treasures from Prague to Salzburg

Experience a taste of old-world Europe on our walking trip in the heart of the Czech Republic and Austria. Journey from Prague and through southern Bohemia, one of the Czech Republic’s most scenic regions, to the Austrian Alps and finally, to Salzburg, the city of Mozart. Between visits to colorful towns and sojourns through the countryside, you’ll get an insider’s view of local life with a native Czech historian. Arriving in Austria, you’ll find yourself in a fairy-tale landscape, where sparkling lakes reflect lofty pine-studded mountains and emerald green hills cradle tidy hamlets. Along the way, the hospitality offered at elegant inns and hotels brimming with European tradition provides the perfect complement to this magical journey.

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Days 1-2 Cesky Krumlov

Meet in Prague Journey to the 13th-century monastery Zlata Koruna for a picnic lunch Walk through the quintessential southern Bohemia landscape of rolling pastureland, evergreen forests, roads lined by fruit trees and quiet villages Continue to Český Krumlov, a World Heritage site   Hike into the surrounding hills for sweeping city views Stroll with native Czech historian Helen Nechlebová through the town’s medieval historic center, an enchanting labyrinth of cobblestone streets, Baroque and Renaissance houses, vaulted passageways, shops, cafés and hidden squares Tour the 13th-century Gothic castle Krumlov Hrad.

Day 3 gmunden

Leave the Czech Republic and cross into picture-perfect Austria  Ascend by cable car from the blue waters of Traunsee (one of Austria’s deepest lakes) to our hike on Feuerkogel peak for stunning mountain views  Sample the highland signature dish of apfelstrudel (apple strudel) in one of Austria's famed alpine huts Shuttle to the resort town of Gmunden and stroll along Traunsee's shore.

Days 4-6 fuschl

A cultural walking tour of the tiny village of Hallstatt reveals its ancient salt-mining roots, dating to the Bronze Age Hike a glacier valley among cascading waterfalls Shuttle to the storybook village of St. Wolfgang, a popular summer resort Ascend by cog train to the top of Schafberg Mountain and savor your lunch amid breathtaking views of mountain lakes  A lively performance by the Schuhplattler dancers adds a cultural flourish to the journey Hike from Wolfgangsee to St. Gilgen, the birthplace of Mozart’s mother Stretch your legs on a leisurely walk around Fuschlsee, a beautiful lake sheltered by pine-clad hills Shuttle to Salzburg.

Route Rating What's this? Every Backroads trip is designed to appeal to a wide variety of interests and fitness levels. Each offers options for more or less activity, so you can decide exactly how much you want to do day by day.

Lodging What's this? Our lodgings are divided into three different categories.

Premiere Inns:These lodgings possess both elegance and authentic regional flair.

Casual Inns:These lodgings are comfortable and appropriate to the areawith such characteristics as authenticity, scenic settings and proximity to our activities.

Deluxe Camping:We set up the tents (and take them down), handle every camp chore and perform culinary magic.

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Guest Trip Reviews

I loved this trip! This was a whole new part of the world for me, and to see the country side in both places rather than just the big cities (which I also loved) was fantastic. I definitely felt that I got the flavor of each country more so because of the places we hiked and stayed. I know you can't control the weather, but you certainly made that perfect as well! The hikes were again varied from one day to the next - small villages, forests, lakes, mountains, - you name it, we hiked there. It was really a magical experience, made even better by our leaders.
Geraldine Monahan - Greenwich, CT

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A HISTORIC NIGHT: Premiere Inns

Hotel Ruze

Český Krumlov (2 nights): Italian Renaissance style and Czech hospitality, replete with an indoor pool and sauna, surround us at this hotel on the Vltava River.

Schlosshotel Freisitz Roith

Gmunden (1 night): Built as a summer house by the Habsburg Emperor Rudolf II in 1597, this beautiful castle hotel is set in a garden on a forested hill overlooking Traunsee lake.

Hotel Schloss Fuschl

Fuschl (2 nights): Originally a 15th-century hunting lodge and summer residence, this luxurious lakeside hotel features an indoor pool and superb views of the Alps.

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Schlosshotel Freisitz Roith

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Route Rating

Daily Mileage Options & Cumulative Elevation Gain

Day 1
  • Level 2 1 Route Option Available
  • 5.7 miles
  • 0 - 500 feet elevation gain
Day 2
  • Levels 1 to 3  2 Route Options Available
  • 3.5, 8.6 miles
  • 500 - 1000 feet elevation gain
  • Cesky Krumlov Walking Tour 1 hour
Day 3
  • Level 1  3 Route Options Available
  • 4.1, 4.7  miles
  • 0 - 500 feet elevation gain
  • 1.2 miles
  • 0 - 500 elevation gain
Day 4
  • Level 1 1 Route Option Available
  • 3.2 miles
  • 0 - 500 feet elevation gain
  • Optional Walking Tour 1.5 hours
Day 5
  • Level 1  3 Route Options Available
  • 1.1 miles
  • 0 - 500 elevation gain
  • 3.5, 4.9 miles 
  • 500 - 3000 feet elevation gain
Day 6
  • Level 1 1 Route Option Available
  • 2.8 miles
  • 0 - 500 feet elevation gain
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Trips For All Abilities

Every Backroads trip is designed to appeal to a wide variety of interests and fitness levels. We know your pace may vary from one day to the next-and your traveling companion's may differ somewhat from yours. So we present a range of mileage options, and each day you decide exactly what and how much you want to do.

Activity Level Average Time Average Distance
    Biking Walking
& Hiking
1 2-3
hours		 10-20
miles		 2-5
miles
2 2-4
hours		 21-30
miles		 5-7
miles
3 3-5
hours		 31-40
miles		 7-9
miles
4 4-6
hours		 41-55
miles		 9-11
miles
5 5-7+
hours		 56-75+
miles		 11-13+
miles