Section: České Budějovice - Hluboká nad Vltavou

This route connects the centre of České Budějovice with Hluboká nad Vltavou and offers a peaceful cruise that connects the urban environment with nature along the river. It starts at the Lann shipyard in Budějovice or at the KUKI harbour below the Hluboká castle and runs along the cycle path and green banks.

One of the highlights is the passage through the lock in Český Vrbný, where the boat overcomes a height difference of almost eight metres. This technical feature is not only a practical part of the cruise, but also an attractive experience for passengers. The connection is provided by the ships Vojtěch Lanna and Malše, which alternate on the route in both directions. The cruise can be taken as a one-way or round trip and on selected connections it is also possible to carry a bicycle or pram.

Click on the name of the boat to find its description and links to current timetables, price lists and other information directly on the operator's website.

Section: Hluboká nad Vltavou - Purkarec

Approximately 12 kilometers long cruise will take you right under the Hluboká castle through the chamber (unless you start / stop the cruise in the part of Hluboká - Hamry). In this section you can look forward to the most beautiful nature in the Vltava Trail, see the Baba viewpoint or the ruins of Charle's Castle. The most beautiful part is the Karvanice gorge in front of village Purkarec. At the stop in Purkarec you can visit the local restaurant or the Timberraft Museum. Along the way, you will also see the Hluboká Ferrata, where a special line from the Hamry locality also runs.

Section: Purkarec - Týn nad Vtavou

The cruise between Purkarc and Týno nad Vltavou runs on the surface of the Hněvkovice dam and includes two locks - a smaller one at the Hněvkovice weir and a larger one on the dam embankment, where the boat overcomes a height difference of approximately 15 metres. This technical element is often perceived by passengers as a powerful experience and also demonstrates the operation of the waterway in practice.

At the start of the route, you can board at the Purkarec dock, which is within walking distance of the Hall of Navigation and a local restaurant. The route then continues towards Týn nad Vltavou, where you can see the remains of the former coating road, which was once used to tow boats, on the riverbank.

The trip can be taken in both directions. Click on the name of the boat to find its description and links to current schedules, pricing and other information on the operator's website.

Section: Týn nad Vltavou - Kořensko (dam Orlík)

The route leads from the dock in Týn nad Vltavou to the Kořensko lock, which connects the river with the Orlice dam. On the way you pass the confluence of the Vltava and Lužnice rivers. The cruise is calm and suitable for one-way connections between towns.

Section: České Budějovice - historic centre (Malše and Vltava river)

A sightseeing cruise along the Malše and the upper part of the Vltava River offers a view of the centre of České Budějovice from the water. It runs above the Jirásek weir and is often accompanied by a guide. Suitable for a shorter adventure cruise through the city.

Section: Hluboká nad Vltavou - Munický pond /ZOO

A short cruise across the Munický Pond connects the town of Hluboká nad Vltavou with the entrance to the zoo or the Ohrada Museum. The ferry is designed for pedestrians and cyclists and facilitates access to these popular places without the need to use road transport.

Section: Hněvkovice dam (village Purkarec)

A ferry for pedestrians and cyclists runs regularly between the left and right banks near the village of Purkarec.