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Experiencing Coastal Culture in Chile with Lindsay

February 25th, 2020

Lindsay, a veteran VBT staff member, recently joined our Chile: Coastal Vistas and Vineyards Biking Vacation. It was her first time cycling the Andean valleys and charming seaside towns of Chile, and we asked her to share one of her favorite parts of the trip.

Art of Andalusia: Islamic History and Architecture of Spain

November 27th, 2018

In some ways, Spain is one of the most diverse nations on the European continent. Depending on where you are in the country, you might hear Spanish spoken around you as well as other, much different tongues – Basque, French, Arabic, and more. Currently those of Arabic heritage living in the country constitute a small,... Read more »

Exploring New Zealand’s White Wine Regions

October 24th, 2018

New Zealand is famous the world over for its wine. Eastern coastal climates for both the North and South Islands are remarkably conducive to winemaking. Travelers enjoying the New Zealand: Bike & Walk The South Island VBT walking and bicycling vacation can look forward to savoring the tastes and sights of this renowned wine region,... Read more »

The Cultural Cornucopia of Northern Spain

September 5th, 2018

Every part of Spain is a worthwhile vacation destination, from the architecture in Barcelona to Ibiza and its endless fiestas. But there’s no part quite as diverse and intriguing as the nation’s northern locales. VBT focuses on three in particular on our Spain: Basque, Navarre & Rioja Wine Regions bicycling adventure. All three of these... Read more »

Discover the South African Tradition of Braai

August 31st, 2018

The Legacy of Chilean Art and Literature

August 30th, 2018

Chile is a land of diverse and stunning landscapes, from rugged coastlines to vast deserts, soaring peaks, and everything in between. Equally varied and enthralling is the art, literature, and music of this South American nation. If you join Chile’s Coastal Vistas and Vineyards biking adventure with VBT, you’ll have the chance to explore the... Read more »

Top Moments of Discovery on VBT’s Most Popular Tours

June 15th, 2014

One of the things we pride ourselves on here at VBT is incorporating cultural moments of discovery into our tours. The price of a VBT vacation includes airfare, use of VBT bikes, many meals, all accommodations and 2 local Trip Leaders to guide the way; but it also includes fun, authentic and enriching interactions with... Read more »