About this trip.
Fourteen days, around 786 miles, and a loop that comes back to Prague the long way round. This is the cycling case for Czechia — a country most British riders know only from a long weekend in the capital, ridden here as a circle through all four of its national parks and a string of towns that would be household names if they sat in France or Italy.
Czechia beyond the spires of Prague
Most of us have walked across Charles Bridge. Far fewer have any picture of what the rest of Czechia looks like, which is what makes this route worth doing. The plan strings together the country's most striking towns and cities — Brno, UNESCO-listed Český Krumlov, České Budějovice, Tábor, and Plzeň, the home of Pilsner. If the group fancies tasting the original lager where it was first made, there is the option of an overnight stop in Plzeň itself.
The route in outline
The signature is that you ride through every one of Czechia's national parks on a single trip. The route also takes in Swiss Bohemia, an unexpected pocket of country that does indeed share its name with Switzerland, and the rolling, striped farmland that locals call Moravian Tuscany. The pace is set so that there is time to walk around the towns rather than just sleep in them. Pedal Nation give it an Age Grade 4 over fourteen riding days, working out to around 56 miles a day on hybrid bikes across mostly tarmac, with surfaces that can vary.
How the days are run
A support van shadows the route carrying spares, water, fruit, energy bars and emergency gels. Each morning the team puts together a pack-up lunch from local bakeries — sandwiches, pasties, grab-and-go things — with cafés as the wet-weather plan. Accommodation is twin-share bed and breakfast in comfortable hotels and good guest houses; breakfast is included. The group eats together most evenings at your own cost, which keeps the headline price down and means dinner happens wherever the day finishes. Single rooms are bookable for a supplement.
Bookings and dates
The 2027 departure runs from 12 to 27 June and is led by Lucy Burnett. The price is currently indicative at £2,595 per person and will be confirmed in the coming weeks. At the time of writing the route is in its final stages of development, so Pedal Nation are taking expressions of interest before bookings formally open — worth an email to info@pedal-nation.co.uk if the dates suit and you'd like first refusal on a small group.
The shape of the trip.
What's typically in the price, what isn't.
A general guide for cycling holidays of this kind. Check the operator's booking page for the final inclusions on this specific trip.
Typically included
- ✓Hotel accommodation, double or twin en-suite rooms
- ✓Daily breakfast at each hotel
- ✓Luggage transfer between hotels on every riding day
- ✓Bike rental (usually a hybrid), helmet, and panniers
- ✓Detailed route notes with GPX files and emergency contacts
- ✓24/7 support line in English for the duration of the trip
Typically not included
- ×Flights to and from the country of travel
- ×Travel insurance with cycle cover (strongly recommended)
- ×Lunches and most evening meals — eat locally on the route
- ×E-bike or road-bike upgrades (usually a supplement)
- ×Repair kit consumables (tubes, chain lube) beyond what comes with the bike
- ×Any alcohol beyond wine included with set dinners
Everything you might be wondering.
Q1How hard are the climbs?
Grading reflects daily distance, total climbing, and traffic. Moderate routes typically involve 40-60km a day with 300-600m of climbing, on quiet roads or well-surfaced bike paths. If you ride regularly at home and can manage a 40km weekend ride, you'll be fine. Check the daily elevation profile when the operator shares it.
Q2Is bike rental included?
It's usually included, with a hybrid as standard and an e-bike or road-bike upgrade available for a supplement. Helmets and panniers normally come with the rental. Check the operator's booking page for the exact inclusions on this trip.
Q3What if I get a puncture?
Rental bikes come with a small repair kit and a pump. If you can't fix it yourself, the operator's support line can arrange a replacement or a lift to the next hotel — times vary by location. Carry a phone and the support number at all times.
Q4Can I use my own bike?
Yes, most operators are happy for you to bring your own bike — you'll often get a small discount off the trip price in lieu of rental. Check with the airline on how to transport it, and bring basic spares (tubes, multi-tool).
Q5Can I do this solo?
Absolutely — self-guided cycling holidays work well for solo travellers. The route notes, GPX files, and 24/7 support are designed for confident independent riders.
Q6What if the weather is bad?
The route is rideable in rain if you're dressed for it, though some surfaces get slower. The operator's support line can reroute you onto a lower / flatter alternative or arrange a vehicle transfer for any stage if conditions are genuinely unsafe.
Q7How do I get there from the UK?
Fly into the nearest airport, then train or transfer to the start point. The operator will advise — some will book onward trains for a small fee. If you're bringing your own bike, check dimensions and dismantling requirements with the airline in advance.
Q8What about cancellation?
A deposit (usually 20-25%) is taken at booking, with the balance due 8-10 weeks before departure. The operator's own terms apply — Mooch doesn't handle the booking or refunds. Travel insurance with cycle cover is strongly recommended.
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