Prague is a beautiful city, especially if you wander around small roads that have less tourists. Linda and I did climb the hill from our hotel to the castle. But once we looked around for a bit, we lost the crowds and ducked in and out of quiet areas.

We made our way down to the Vltava River and decided to on take a river boat cruise. Our boat was small and there was only one other couple on board.

Also, they served beer.

On a silver platter.

After the boat ride, we just wandered around. We found a park with nice paths, old trees, and a half dozen or more peacocks (and I assume peahens too).

We stumbled upon an open air restaurant and enjoyed local meets and cheeses.

The rest of the afternoon was spent walking back to our hotel so we could meet with the people who organized our trip and also so we could get our bikes and equipment.

Tomorrow morning we start our ride, down the Vltava River from Prague to Melnik.