Taking you into the very heart of Slovakia amid the verdant hills, this tour promises great mountain biking experience and also, it takes in the most enchanting places of this medieval Eldorado that was once a famous mining region abounding in copper, silver and gold. We visit beautiful towns like the Gothic walled Kremnica, and the lively Banská Bystrica with newly renovated squares lined with renaissance facades or the interesting rural village of Špania Dolina formerly a renowned copper producer, whose copper ingots you would have found even aboard of Columbus' ship. The abundant uplands around these places provide superb biking trails of varied surface, moderate slopes to steep and challenging climbs rewarded with thrilling descents rushing down the woods and green pastures.
The highlight of our journey is the charming UNESCO town of Banská Štiavnica picturesquely clinging to sides of surrounding green hills. It offers countless monuments, museums, including a visit to an authentic 16th century goldmine but also a very popular MTB marathon trail. After the rides you can swim in one of the 23 nearby lakes, relax in the local thermal spa or just stroll around the town and soak up the cosy atmosphere of its cobbled streets and stylish pubs. Don't hesitate, check the dates! Adventure awaits you.
Tour itinerary:
Day 1: Arrive in Budapest; transfer to Banská Štiavnica(UNESCO); bike setup; welcome dinner. Includes: (D).
Day 2: Biking around seven lakes (Tajchs) - part of a unique water management system (UNESCO World Heritage) which organically blends into the landscape; Guided tour of the town. Includes: (B), (L), (D).
Day 3: Great ride on the MTB marathon trail partly following the ancient rainfall collection canals on the hillsides which provide plenty of forest trails and single track; visit to open air mining museum and an authentic historic mine. Includes: (B), (L), (D).
Day 4: Day at leisure - optional biking in the Štiavnické hills pass the remote settlements, hike to Mt. Sitno or relax in thermal spa; BBQ. Includes: (B), (L).
Day 5: Kremnica town tour, visit the exposition in the mint; biking across the ridge of Kremnické hills to Banská Bystrica; en route stop at the wooden church in Hronsek. Includes: (B), (L), (D).
Day 6: Ride through Starohorské hills; visit Špania Dolina and Donovaly resort. Includes: (B), (L), (D).
Day 7: Challenging ride up to the King's Well in Veľká Fatra National Park; visit Harmanecká cave; return to Banská Bystrica by train traversing the lush green hills and passing through 18 tunnels. Includes: (B), (L), (D).
Day 8: Transfer to Budapest; optional city tour; end of the trip. Includes: (B).
Member discount:
10% discount for InfoHub customer. Request a free gift certificate.
Notes:
Airfare is not included in the tour price.
Price Includes:
- Professional bilingual guide, support staff
- Airport transfers, all local connecting transfers and luggage transportation
- Accommodation in selected hotels with en suite facilities, one night mountain hut
- Meals as indicated in itinerary (B-breakfast, L-lunch, P-packed lunch, D-dinner)
- Quality bike rental
- Entrance fees to castles, museums and other select attractions plus local payments in National Parks
Price Excludes:
- Round-trip airfare;
- Travel insurance
- Visas
- Optional city tour in Prague
- Alcoholic beverages
- Optional gratuities to guides and staff
Notes: Prices are based on double occupancy. Single accommodation is subject to single supplement fee and sometimes availability may be limited.
Also see tour packages in:
Europe
Slovakia
Bicycle Touring
Archeology/History
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