Cycling The Elbe - Prague to Dresden

Duration
8 days
Guided Status
Self-Guided
Difficulty
Easy
D-Score™
D1 - Beginner Friendly

Overview

Discover magnificent cities and landscapes from Prague to Dresden, cycling self-guided along the Elbe with bike hire and luggage transfers included on this holiday. The Elbe Cycle Path follows the course of the River Elbe whose source originates in the Czech Republic and culminates at the North Sea. This holiday makes for an unforgettable cross-border cycling adventure and ticks off some of the most magnificent cities in this region of Central Europe. Staying in carefully selected 3- and 4-star hotels on a bed and breakfast basis and with luggage transfers arranged from hotel to hotel, you can relax and enjoy the ride in the knowledge that we have taken care of everything for you. This leisurely cycling holiday is designed to allow you plenty of time to delve into the wonderful sights and immerse yourself into the culture of each of the beautiful towns and cities you will travel through. You will cover an average of 50km a day and with a short 25km final day, you can pedal at your own pace and make as many sightseeing stops as you please as you journey along the beautiful Elbe Cycle Route. The terrain is predominantly flat, utilizing quiet cycle routes or country lanes.

Daily Ride Schedule

Day 1: Arrive in UNESCO World Heritage Listed Prague and explore the old town.

Arrive in UNESCO World Heritage Listed Prague and explore the old town.

Day 2: A free day to immerse yourself into Prague's history and culture.

A free day to immerse yourself into Prague's history and culture.

Day 3: Cycle along the Vltava to its confluence with the Elbe at the medieval town of Melnik.

55 km 0 m

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Cycle along the Vltava to its confluence with the Elbe at the medieval town of Melnik.

Day 4: Ride peacefully though the wine region of Bohemia on your way to Litomerice.

50 km 0 m

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Ride peacefully though the wine region of Bohemia on your way to Litomerice.

Day 5: Pedal through the Gates of Bohemia to reach Decin and explore the majestic Decin Castle overlooking the Elbe.

50 km 0 m

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Pedal through the Gates of Bohemia to reach Decin and explore the majestic Decin Castle overlooking the Elbe.

Day 6: Crossing the border into Germany, ride through the beautiful sandstone landscapes of Saxon-Switzerland to overnight in Pirna.

45 km 0 m

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Crossing the border into Germany, ride through the beautiful sandstone landscapes of Saxon-Switzerland to overnight in Pirna.

Day 7: Enjoy the ambience at the Baroque palace and gardens of Pillnitz before riding on to Dresden.

25 km 0 m

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Enjoy the ambience at the Baroque palace and gardens of Pillnitz before riding on to Dresden.

Day 8: Departure day.

Departure day.

Accommodation & Services

Accommodation

Hotel

What's Included

Catering services
Accommodation arrangements
Bike rental
Mechanical support