The Elbe River and Prague

All distances are approximate. The below-planned itinerary is subject to change, even on very short notice, due to changing wind and weather conditions and other unforeseen circumstances having to do with mooring requirements, docking location changes, lock repairs, etc. (this would not be a reason for fee-free cancellation).

2020

Day 1: Arrival in Brandýs nad Labem (embarkation at 4pm)
Day 2: Brandýs - Nymburk (35 km) | return to Brandýs
Day 3: Brandýs – Mělník | Bike the Vltava River from Mělník to Nelahozeves and back, 32 mi. (52 km)
Day 4: Mělník – Roudnice –  Litoměřice | Mělník – Roudnice, 16 mi. (26 km)
Day 5: Litoměřice, day of rest or bike to Ustí and back, 33 mi. (53 km)
Day 6: Litoměřice – Mělník - Brandys nad Labem | Mělník – Brandýs nad Labem, 19 mi. (30 km)  
Day 7: Brandýs nad Labem, bus transfer to Prague
Day 8: Departure from Brandýs nad Labem 

Distances in italics are covered by ship.

Day 1: Arrival in Brandýs nad Labem 
Individual arrival to Brandýs nad Labem. Embarkation begins at 4 pm. At approx. 3pm, there will be a ground transfer service (no bikes) at the airport via the main train station, which takes you directly to the ship (transfer duration approx. 75 minutes). 

Day 2: Brandýs - Nymburk (35 km) | return to Brandýs
From the bustling town of Brandys nad Labem with its magnificent castle, you cycle to the beautiful Elbe town of Nymburk. The impressive city of fortification was partly rebuilt at the beginning of the last century. The Elbe bridge, built in1912, spans the river against the picturesque backdrop of a small town. On a tour through the old town, the former royal town inspires you with a multitude of interesting historical buildings and monuments. 

Day 3: Brandýs – Mělník | Bike the Vltava River from Mělník to Nelahozeves and back, 32 mi. (52 km)
In the early morning, it is time to cast off! Aboard the MS Florentina you sail to the royal town of Mělník. Here you start the Vltava-cycle tour to the Veltrusý Park, a vast landscape park with numerous sculptures and pavilions. Next to your cycle to the Nelahozeves Castle, which is among the most famous Renaissance castles of Bohemia and is also referred to as the “Little Louvre of the Czech Republic”. Tip: Visit the castle and Antonin Dvořák`s birthplace. From here cycle back to the quaint town of Mělník.

 Day 4: Mělník – Roudnice –  Litoměřice | Mělník – Roudnice, 16 mi. (26 km) 
This morning you have plenty of time to explore the lovely charming town of Mělník with its pastel-colored façades. Tip: Visit the proud castle, which towers over the Elbe River offering a marvelous panoramic view over the confluence of the Vltava and Elbe rivers. From here, you cycle mostly along the Elbe via Vliněves, Račice and Dobřín to Roudnice, today`s destination. At around 6 pm, the ship sails to Litoměřice.

Day 5: Litoměřice, day of rest or bike to Ustí and back, 33 mi. (53 km) 
Today is a day for you to decide what to do. Discover one of the most beautiful Czech towns, the royal town of Litoměřice. The colorful Gothic, Renaissance, and Baroque buildings in the town center, which for the most part is encircled by well-preserved Gothic fortifications, will enchant you. Well-worth seeing is the Baroque Cathedral of St Stephen atop the dome hill, the historic underground (extensive tunnel system) or the Bishop’s residence. You might also be interested in an individual visit to the Terezín Memorial (Theresienstadt) in the village of Terezìn. The concentration camp memorial is located only 5 km away. The more advanced cyclists may want to cycle to Ustí, idyllically situated in the narrow valley of the Elbe river. You will come by the Bohemian Gate and by the old castle ruin of Schreckenstein. Overnight, the Florentina will be moored in Litoměřice.

Day 6: Litoměřice – Mělník | Mělník – Brandýs nad Labem, 19 mi. (30 km)
In the morning sail once more to the quaint town of Mělník, perched on a hill overlooking the confluence of the Vltava and Elbe rivers. Today`s cycle tour leads partly alongside the untouched banks of the Elbe, through woods, quiet wetlands, and small villages but also along quiet country roads to Brandýs nad Labem. 

Day 7: Brandýs nad Labem, bus transfer to Prague and back
Today the Golden City of Prague is on the agenda again. After breakfast, there will be a bus transfer service to Prague. In Prague, you will have free time to explore the city for the second time. In the afternoon transfer service back to the ship. 

Day 8: Departure from Brandýs nad Labem 
Disembarkation after breakfast by 9:30 am. At 8 am, there will be a ground transfer service that will take you to from the ship to Prague main station and following to the airport (transfer duration approx. 75 minutes).

Optional excursions:

We offer a small excursion program that can be booked and paid for directly on board with the tour leader (no advance bookings possible). Tours are conducted in German and English. 

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