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Top 10 Bike Tours in Europe

April 8th, 2017

Trying to choose which vacation to take with VBT can be quite the decision since we offer so many amazing tours—over 49 biking and walking vacations to 26 countries. Biking through Europe is a great way to slow down and really immerse yourself into the sights, sounds and culture of the Old World. We thought... Read more »

Top Destinations for VBT Tours in Italy

April 3rd, 2017

Each time we visit Italy, we’re reminded of countless reasons we should have returned earlier. Or, better yet, we’re introduced to another reason to come back again. And with each region boasting an almost entirely distinct culture, there are plenty of opportunities to explore Italy time and time again. VBT offers 11 unique itineraries—8 biking... Read more »

Top Tours for Group Travel with VBT

November 22nd, 2016

If you’ve ever thought about getting a group of friends or family together to take an active vacation then VBT has some great news for you. Take advantage of our Group Travel Program and you could save both yourself and your friends some money—you could even earn a FREE vacation! To help you decide where... Read more »

Top 5 Bike Tours for First-time Active Travelers

July 15th, 2016

Do you enjoy riding your bike around your hometown as a way to explore the natural surroundings? If so, a biking vacation could be the perfect way for you to travel the world. Bicycle touring has become one of the best ways to truly immerse yourself in the culture and traditions of your destination—and it’s... Read more »

Top 5 Bike Vacations to Take in the Fall

June 16th, 2016

Perhaps our favorite time of the year to travel is the fall, which may be surprising. Of course, summer is teeming with warm sunny days, but it’s also the busiest travel season in Europe. By waiting to travel until the autumn months (or adding a bonus fall vacation!) you’ll be able to extend your time... Read more »

Top 5 Bike Vacations
to Take in the Fall

June 16th, 2016

Perhaps our favorite time of the year to travel is the fall, which may be surprising. Of course, summer is teeming with warm sunny days, but it’s also the busiest travel season in Europe. By waiting to travel until the autumn months (or adding a bonus fall vacation!) you’ll be able to extend your time... Read more »

Best Biking Routes in Italy

May 13th, 2016

Italy is an amazing country full of diverse cultural traditions, storied history and varied landscapes. With our 8 Italian biking tours everywhere from Puglia to Tuscany to Veneto, you’re sure to find the perfect region to explore by bike. Whether you like pedaling down flat wine roads, along scenic coastlines, on majestic paths in the... Read more »

Top 5 Natural Wonders in Central and Eastern Europe to Discover with VBT

April 1st, 2016

When you take an active vacation, you are exposed more of the natural elements in the surrounding landscapes than you would be from the restrictive view of a bus window. While renowned natural features like Amalfi’s stunning coastline, the iconic peaks of the French and Swiss Alps, or the dramatic Cliffs of Moher in Ireland... Read more »

Top 5 Reasons to Take a Bike Tour of Puglia Italy with VBT

March 29th, 2016

There are many reasons to travel to the Puglia region of southern Italy. Often overlooked, Puglia is a coastal paradise full of delicious food, stunning scenery, unique architecture and welcoming locals. With VBT, you’ll not only cycle along coastal roads that overlook the glistening waters of the Adriatic, but you’ll also glide past ancient olive... Read more »

Discover Basel Switzerland on a Post-Trip Extension with VBT

December 22nd, 2015

Basel is one of Europe’s most up-and-coming cities. As Switzerland’s third largest city, behind Zurich and Geneva, it is perhaps the most international. Thanks to suburbs that extend into both France and Germany, it features an array of cultural influences that come together to form its unique metropolitan character. Active travelers will love exploring the... Read more »