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Vienna to Prague Self-Guided Hiking Tour: Sometimes, the best way to truly experience a place is on foot! This is especially true for the captivating stretch between Vienna and Prague on the Greenway, a fairytale-like route brimming with wonders that deserve more than a fleeting glance from a vehicle window. Pure Adventures Tours has expertly designed an 8-day self-guided hiking tour, showcasing the finest trails in this breathtaking region of central and eastern Europe. Perfect for hikers covering up to 16 km daily, the journey is a feast for the senses. We’ve taken care of everything—curating the most scenic trails along the Czech Republic’s historic 100-year-old greenways. Starting in Vienna, your adventure seamlessly leads to Prague with convenient bus transfers, interwoven with days spent exploring historic landmarks, vineyards, majestic castles, and charming towns that make this corner of Europe so unforgettable. Embark on your self-guided hiking vacation today with Pure Adventures Tours!
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Fly into Vienna (closest) or Prague, train to Breclav to meet tour’s start coordinator. Tour finishes in Cesky Krumlov, bus to Prague.
About the Lodging: Our standard tour program features 7 nights in delightful 3- and 4-star guest houses and boutique hotels, each offering charm and character. A variety of dining options are available either on-site or within a short walk of each property. All accommodations include private bathrooms and a range of thoughtful amenities. Upgraded rooms may be available upon request—please inquire for more details.
Local Expert: Tomas, our trusted partner in the Czech Republic for over 10 years, knows his country and these routes inside out! As a native of the Czech Republic and fluent English speaker, Tomas brings unmatched expertise and a deep passion for sharing the beauty and history of his homeland. He looks forward to welcoming you on your Vienna to Prague self-guided hiking tour!
Need to Know:
Upon arriving in Vienna (or Prague), take a one-hour train ride to Breclav, where your program coordinator will meet you and drive you to Valtice, just 20 minutes away. There, you’ll be introduced to the program and provided with all the essential information and navigation materials to prepare you for your hiking adventure!
Highlights: arrival & orientation
Overnight: Valtice
Begin your day with a visit to the stunning Baroque Valtice Chateau, then follow a scenic trail through fields, vineyards, and forests. Along the way, admire the romantic follies en route to Lednice, where you’ll end your walk at the magnificent Gothic Revival Chateau of Lednice—an extraordinary example of this ornate architectural style. In the afternoon, enjoy a pre-arranged transfer to Mikulov.
Meals: breakfast
Distance: 11 km / 7 miles +49m / -68m
Highlights: Baroque Valtice chatueau tour, vineyards, follies & forest, Lednice
Overnight: Mikulov
Today, stroll through the picturesque Palava Hills, exploring the ruins of Divci Hrady (Maiden’s Castles) before ascending Devin, the highest peak of the Palava Hills at 550 meters. Cross the “saddle” to reach the captivating ruins of Sirotci Hradek (Orphan Castle). From there, continue your journey with a climb to Tabulova Hill, traverse Turold Hill, and descend into Mikulov, a charming castle town nestled among rolling vineyards.
Meals: breakfast
Highlights: Pavlava Hills, ruins & castle with vineyards
Distance: 16 km / 10 miles, +529m / -467 m
Overnight: Mikulov
Begin your morning with a transfer by car from Mikulov to Cizov and immerse yourself in the untouched beauty of Podyji National Park. The trail begins in the village of Cizov, where you can view the last preserved remnant of the Iron Curtain. Continue on to the Austrian village of Hardegg, home to an ancient castle and offering sweeping views of the Dyje Valley, before heading back to Vranov nad Dyji. Conclude your day with a visit to the magnificent Baroque chateau in Vranov, perched dramatically atop a cliff overlooking the Dyje River. In the late afternoon, enjoy a pre-arranged car transfer from Vranov to the charming town of Telc.
Meals: breakfast
Distance: 16 km / 10 miles, +362m / -487m
Highlights: Podyji National Park hiking, Hardegg castle, Baroque chateau tour
Overnight: Telc
Today’s journey starts with travel by train from Telc to Slavonice, a hidden treasure known for its charming sgraffito-adorned houses. The hiking trail starts in Slavonice and leads to the impressive castle of Landstejn. Along the way, explore a fascinating outdoor museum featuring military bunkers constructed along the Czech borders in the 1930s. Afterward, enjoy a brief car transfer from Landstejn to Nova Bystrice, where you’ll board a quaint narrow-gauge railway from 1897. This historic train winds through the serene, forested landscapes of the sparsely populated region known as “Czech Canada.”
Meals: breakfast
Distance: 12 km / 7 miles, +241m / -122m
Highlights: Slavonice hiking, museum, historic narrow-gauge RR, Landstejn castle
Overnight: Jindrichuv Hradec
Begin your day exploring the historic town and castle of Jindrichuv Hradec, then journey through the picturesque mosaic of ponds, woods, and meadows that make up the Bohemia Lake District, culminating in its charming capital, Trebon—a medieval city with remarkably preserved walls. Follow the trail around Svet, a man-made lake and a remarkable feat of 16th-century engineering. Your hike concludes in the village of Kojakovice, home to a fascinating local village museum. In the late afternoon, enjoy a car transfer to the enchanting town of Cesky Krumlov.
Meals: breakfast
Distance: 12 km / 7 miles, +56m / -12m
Highlights: historic town & castle, Bohemia Lake District, medieval features, museum visit
Overnight: Cesky Krumlov
Begin your day with a scenic morning train transfer from Cesky Krumlov to Zlata Koruna, renowned for its beautifully preserved monastery, a masterpiece of Gothic architecture and a tranquil place steeped in history. From here, embark on your journey through the lush Blanský Forest, ascending to its highest peak, Klet. At the summit, reward yourself with a visit to the quaint restaurant offering local fare, take in the breathtaking panoramic views from the lookout tower, and explore the intriguing astronomical observatory. After soaking in the natural beauty and unique experiences atop Klet, descend through the serene forest trails and return to the enchanting town of Cesky Krumlov to complete your adventure.
Meals: breakfast
Distance: 16 km / 10 miles, +633m / -594m
Highlights: monastery in Zlata Koruna, high peak of Klet with lookout tower
Overnight: Cesky Krumlov
Our recommended program gives you ample time to enjoy all that Cesky Krumlov has to offer within one day. Late afternoon transfer by bus from Cesky Krumlov to Prague. We hope you enjoyed your Vienna to Prague self-guided hiking tour!
Meals: breakfast
Dates: Plan your trip at a time that best fits your schedule! Pure Adventures tours have flexible start dates.
2025 Tour Rates: (based on double occupancy)
Superior Three & Four Star Hotels:
Guided Trips: This tour offers departures that are guided so that individuals, such as solo travelers, can join others with the assistance of a guide. Limited dates are available.
New! Travel Insurance is now required to participate in this tour. You can book through our preferred vendors or your own. Proof of coverage will be required.
We greatly enjoyed our walk and that the local people who planned and managed the walk were amazing. All the drivers were always exactly on time and were very polite except for the last one who drove way too fast. The places were stayed were all fine. And everyday was a new adventure. Thank you for helping to arrange this trip!
We were on a self guided tour but found many excellent dining options. We used many of the recommendations provided by the self guided tour, all were excellent.
The hotels were all great, a little fancier than what we would book ourselves. Staff were always excellent, especially at the smaller hotels along the way. The breakfasts were fantastic. Loren and team were very helpful in organizing our trip.
We’ve done several Pure Adventures Self Guided adventures. This ranked at the top for local organizational details, accommodations, scenic backcountry bike paths and roads, history and itinerary. I would highly recommend Chez Republic 8 Day Vienna-Prague!!!!