It's a storybook adventure. Start in captivating Prague. Bike past spires, turrets and onion-shaped domes. Explore magical Český Krumlov. Kids get a taste of the Renaissance watching falconry at Schloss Rosenburg. Pedal by the Danube. Savor Wachau Valley wine and grape juice. Final scene: fascinating Vienna. Happily ever after.
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1 En garde! A theatrical sword-fighting display entrances kids and adults alike 
Cruise through Bohemia's rolling pastures, evergreen forests and quiet villages to the World Heritage site of Český Krumlov, a 13th-century town with twisting lanes and red-tile roofs Tilt your gaze skyward to admire the second largest hrad (castle) in the Czech Republic—you can't miss its ornately painted tower.
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2 Adults dive into Czech history with Helena, our local friend and guide, at an informal Q&A and walking tour of Český Krumlov while kids explore the town Coast into the countryside, passing lush meadows and timeless homesteads sporting traditional architecture Folk musicians provide the soundtrack for a delicious traditional meal cooked over an open fire.
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3 In Austria, pedal through rolling green hills in the famous Mostviertel district, known for its distinctive most (hard apple cider) Kids visit a nature park with adventure playgrounds and a ropes course Dinner is served with a rousing performance by Schuhplattler dancers.
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4-6 Crisscross the fabled Danube River as you ride along the Donauradweg, the well-loved Danube bike path Impressive World Heritage-site Melk Abbey, towering on a bluff above the river, comes into view en route to the charming town of Weissenkirchen Cycle through Austria's picture-perfect villages with onion-shaped church steeples Grown-ups bike through the Kamptal region while the younger crew heads to a Renaissance castle for a fun and fascinating falconry demonstration Spin to the archaeological site of Willendorf.
We took the trip with our young adult children (2-early 20's)! A great time was had by the four of us, plenty of time to ride, enjoy the quaint villages and spend quality time together and alone. We travel every year together and we ranked this trip as a ten in our book!- Doylestown, PA
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Three buildings in the Gothic style compose this unique and central hotel, set on the town's main historic square.
A charming family-owned country inn, set amid rolling green hills in the "cradle of Austria." (pool, spa)
Austrian hospitality and Danube views abound at this comfortable guest house.
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We took the trip with our young adult children (2-early 20's)! A great time was had by the four of us, plenty of time to ride, enjoy the quaint villages and spend quality time together and alone. We travel every year together and we ranked this trip as a ten in our book!
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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.
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| Daily Route Options | ||||||||||
| Day | EASYGOING | ACTIVE | AVID | |||||||
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| Level 1 | Level 2 | Level 3 | Level 4 | Level 5 | ||||||
| miles | feet gain | miles | feet gain | miles | feet gain | miles | feet gain | miles | feet gain | |
| 1 | 12* | 500 | 26 | 1000 | ||||||
| 2 | 8* | 400 | 26 | 1200 | 39* | 1800 | 51 | 3000 | ||
| 13 | 300 | |||||||||
| Adults: Cesky Krumlov Guided Walk (45 Minutes) | ||||||||||
| Kids: Renaissance Romp (1.5 Hours) | ||||||||||
| 3 | 8* | 300 | 20* | 600 | 28 | 1000 | 36 | 2200 | ||
| Kids: Afternoon Living Museum Visit (1.5 Hours) | ||||||||||
| Kids: Evening Bowling | ||||||||||
| 4 | 17* | 100 | 25* | 100 | 32* | 300 | 50 | 1000 | ||
| 5 | 19* | 200 | 25* | 300 | 39 | 1500 | 54 | 3200 | ||
| Kids: Schloss Rosenburg Visit & Falconry Show (1 Hour) | ||||||||||
| 6 | 13 | 200 | ||||||||
| Hiking (1.9 Miles; 100' Elevation Gain) | ||||||||||
Note: On this Family Trip, our routes follow rolling terrain. Liberal van shuttling is incorporated into the itinerary and mileage is moderate to enable you to spend more time exploring on your own.
* Includes shuttle.
Learn more about how we determine our route ratings and fully support a range of abilities and interests.
Please note that our distance and elevation figures come from Ride with GPS. Other sources (such as Map My Ride and Garmin devices) may give differing elevation figures due to different GPS and mapping technologies. Readings from a Garmin or a smart phone are influenced by other factors such as air pressure.
Following a flight of stone steps down into an arched corridor, you’re met in a courtyard and ushered into Restaurace Mázhaus – a restaurant near Cesky Krumlov castle that was a retreat for free-thinkers in the Communist era and remains a well-kept secret. As you enjoy a hearty meal cooked over an open fire, musicians play gypsy and Czech tunes, some tinged with strains of country-and-western that once had a poignant appeal for people dreaming of freedom.
Backroads has the best-qualified people to lead your trip in Czech Republic and Austria, and our guests back that up, rating our Trip Leaders an average of 9.75 out of 10 for all-around quality of performance. Get the facts (and no fluff) on how we recruit and develop the very best people for your trip.
Choose a Backroads Custom Titanium or Custom Electric Assist bike—both are included in your trip price. Maybe a Specialized carbon-fiber pro model is more your speed or go for double fun on a tandem. Our fleet is the best in active travel, so you don't have to roll the dice on this vital trip component. Learn why our titanium bikes are ideal for most riders. See the bike options for this trip.
Your ride comes equipped with a Garmin Edge Explore 1000, the best bike-touring GPS device on the market. This is a Backroads exclusive, and it's included with your bike in Czech Republic and Austria. If you prefer to bring your own device, we also have downloadable GPS files and of course, our good old paper directions are always available. Read more on why our navigation options are the best.
On our Czech Republic and Austria trips we have an extra leader supporting you along the road—for a total of three, compared to the industry standard two. So we can be in more places at once, giving personal attention to guests traveling at their own pace. Here's more on our Trip Leaders.
Our Trip Leaders combine deep local expertise with a firm grasp of North American expectations around quality of service. By the same token, we pair experienced Backroads leaders with local guides who know how to cater to your needs while cracking open the culture or natural history in ways that are meaningful, memorable and often magical.
It may be hard to imagine being on a family trip with no other families on it—but it happens regularly with some companies. On a Backroads Family Adventure there are typically several families on each departure, creating more opportunities for your kids to make new friends as they try fun things together – which is a big part of the experience.
Thanks to our extensive connections in Czech Republic and Austria, Backroads takes you off the beaten track and deep into the region's culture in ways that traditional travel can never hope to do. We know the people and their customs, the legacy of art and architecture, the complex history and politic—and if we're not sure, our amazing local experts can fill in the blanks.
Our Trip Leaders in Czech Republic and Austria live in the area and are deeply engaged in their communities, giving them unique inside knowledge they're happy to share in making your experience that much richer. They'll introduce you to people, customs and parts of town you'd likely never encounter on your own—and teach you a few local phrases to help break the ice.
In addition to the ideal balance of comfort and hospitality in our choice of lodgings, this Casual Inns trip includes nearly all of your meals, plus everything from cocktail receptions to the best snacks along the road. So there's rarely a need to reach for your wallet – we've got you covered.
Guests rave about our picnic spreads. Enjoy a welcome break in a scenic spot, or a quick refuel stop if you don't want to lose momentum. And because we have two vans, one can host lunch while the other is out providing support along the route.
We design and support our Czech Republic and Austria trips to suit mixed abilities and varied interests—so you can set your own pace, then change things up as the day unfolds. And all guests are free to do the same, traveling together or apart, with no one cramping anyone else's style. Which sounds easy in theory, but it's hard to pull off. Here's more on how we do it.
In choosing the ideal experts to enrich your travel experience, we look for people with a wealth of local knowledge, but also the ability to convey their insights in English. Too often travelers find themselves smiling politely, not quite understanding what they're being told. Our experts share intriguing facts, anecdotes and inside stories that stay with you forever.
Backroads has been welcoming active travelers to Europe since before the Berlin Wall came down. Today it's virtually our second home. We know the perfect roads and trails, the most scenic valleys and hilltop towns, the hidden churches and gem-like museums, the up-and-coming vintners and celebrated chefs—and, of course, all the best places to stay.
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Gather your favorite people to share a Backroads adventure on a ready-to-book Private Trip - featuring all the legendary Backroads hallmarks from expert leaders to unforgettable activities. You can pick from the selection of dates below for your group; some dates are only available for 16 or more guests while other dates are available for 8 or more guests. If your party has fewer than 8 guests, or your preferred date is not available, we'll create a departure just for you. Call or email us to reserve your date.
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I simply can't imagine a better way to immerse yourself in the life of a region, to explore hidden corners and appreciate nuances while enjoying the benefits and enormous satisfaction of traveling under your own power. These are experiences you cannot have behind the wheel of a car, or on a train or a tour bus, or in a few excursions from a cruise ship or a secluded resort. Active travel is, at its heart, a way of connecting more authentically with the world. Sure, Backroads provides amazing leaders, superb accommodations and meals, and opportunities you could never arrange on your own. But all of our comprehensive planning and support is aimed at something far simpler: bringing you the immediate, highly personal satisfaction of discovering a new world on your own terms.
— Tom Hale, Founder & President
