This bike tour in Czech Republic begins in the vicinity of Sumava National Park, located in the south of Bohemia and follows the Vltava River through beautiful, scenic landscapes to Prague, the historic capital of the Czech Republic. Taking a trip following the most important Bohemian river is an excellent choice, because it naturally takes you to the places that used to be the centers of cultural life in the country during the Middle Ages. This bike tour located in Czech Republic trip starts in Cesky Krumlov, a UNESCO heritage site. Not only is it a fascinating medieval centre, but the cultural life and history of this beautiful well-preserved town is truly unique. Another world-famous stop on your trip will be Ceske Budejovice, which gave its name to Budweiser beer. Other attractions to be visited are Pisek, a town with a remarkable historical centre and the oldest stone bridge in the Czech Republic. The royal castle of Zvíkov stands high above the confluence of the rivers Vltava and Otava. Close to Pribram, a town with a long history of silver mining and more recently of uranium mining during the twentieth century stands Saint Mountain with its pilgrimage Church of the Virgin Mary dating from the 16th century. This bike tour in Czech Republic ends in Karlstejn with its spectacularly-located fourteenth century Gothic castle. You will then be transferred to Prague.