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Europe

Terrific diverstiy of scenery and cultural sights.

Our 7th trip and this might be tops, but they are all so good. This trip is easy and we are so glad we did not order eBikes (we are 79 and 82). Our guides were terrific and the trip is planned so there is time for art (Dali two places),Greek and Roman ruins, swimming in the Mediterranean Sea, walking the coast, seeing the Costa Brava from the sea, and exploring the old city of Girona as well as an introduction to Barcelona, where we stayed on for a week in an apartment. Hotels were great too.

Suzanne and Rich, Salt Lake City, UT, USA

Spain: Girona & Costa Brava

Delightful Daliland

Enjoyed the bike ride, the small cities and towns, the archeological site at Empires and the trip leaders. A delightful corner of Spain.

Don Ricardo, Salt Lake City, UT, USA

Spain: Girona & Costa Brava

Exceptional vacation

This was our first VBT vacation and we have already registered for a second trip. Provence and the Alpilles is a beautiful region of France with abundant fruits, vegetables and other agriculture. The bicycle travel through the French countryside gives an up-close and personal travel experience.

CMMitch, Arlington, VA, USA

France: Saint-Rémy-de-Provence, Les Baux & Avignon

loved our rides thru Provence!

Great trip! Our guides were great hosts and made sure everyone was safe, comfortable, and getting the most out of each day. Gorgeous part of the world.

TrishB, Northern California

France: Saint-Rémy-de-Provence, Les Baux & Avignon

Great trip to Portugal

Enjoyed this trip to Portugal. Good mix of easy and moderate riding to work off the fantastic food/beverages.

LeslieS, San Diego, CA, USA

Portugal: Lisbon, Évora & the Algarve

5 Star Trip

Portugal was our 11th VBT trip and 12th biking trip. It was the best or at least equal to our other great trips. The guides were the best ever and the hotels , especially the Farm House, were excellent. The biking was challenging at times but very good overall. We highly recommend the trip and very much want to return to Portugal. Great food, great wine and a beautiful country. We felt very safe on the roads and highways as Portugal drivers are very courteous to bikers. Absolutely nothing to complain about and as with all VBT trips, a great value.

Ernie,

Portugal: Lisbon, Évora & the Algarve

Wonderful cycling through Scandinavia!

The best Swedish tour guides, Pernilla & Philip. Nice bikes, nice hotels, good food, great trip!

12345,

Scandinavia: Denmark & Sweden

Loved every bit of this trip!

This was such a great trip. Copenhagen was such a lovely city and perfect to discover by walking. Sweden was so beautiful and the biking was an exciting discovery each day. Bodhi and Philip were just wonderful as our guides - fun, professional and always helpful. We had never been to Scandinavia and this was such a lovely way to see it.

JeanBru, Santa Cruz, CA, USA

Scandinavia: Denmark & Sweden

Brilliant! A must go tour!

My husband and I highly recommend the bicycling tour of England, Bath and the Cotswolds hosted by VBT. Our guides were brilliant, very knowledgeable of the area history, and especially mindful of all the nuances of our gorgeous route. We were safe, well cared for, and informed. Hattie, a champion cyclist, not only was a great coach of e-bike techniques, but also able to repair bikes on site if needed. Jago was brilliant with stories, history, and nuggets of interesting information as well as funny jokes. Hotels were comfortable and food provided was over the top! We certainly missed all the three course meals once back in the states. The tour included lots of must sees, including the Downton Abbey mile, tickets to Blenheim Palace and the Roman Baths. We recommend an e-bike for most enjoyment for those 60+ years old. The rolling hills of the Cotswolds are stunning!

MissLeslie, Chagrin Falls, Ohio, USA

England: Bath & the Cotswolds

The Cotswolds

Really enjoyed our cycling trip through the Cotswolds. Our guides and cycling companions were fabulous. A better description of the road conditions and elevations would have been helpful. Roads were narrow and quite pocked with loose gravel in many places. Scenery was simply amazing!

Cyclist from NY, Buffalo, New York

England: Bath & the Cotswolds

Good itinerary with a variety of scenic wonders.

Very pleasant riding in mountain valleys & around lakes with a nice mix of city and village life. I enjoyed the longer miles. Hotels for the most part were very good. Food included in the tour varied from OK to great.

Caroline N, VA

Switzerland & France: Lake Geneva, Annecy & Valleys of the Alps

Awesome trip!

We have done several VBT trips and this one rates at the top. The view and scenery were stunning. The biking was easy and relaxing. And fortunately, we were blessed with perfect weather. But as with all VBT trips, the guides truly make a difference. Jacky and Cedric were awesome. They are long time friends and play off of each other so well. They are helpful, informative, and really take care of you. The biking is easy and relaxing on this trip. The accomadations and meals were great. Highly recommended. We had a great time.

Tom Wiggins,

Switzerland & France: Lake Geneva, Annecy & Valleys of the Alps

Gorgeous views, rewarding rides and delicious food

This VBT trip does not disappoint! The attention to detail for every visit and experience was remarkable. I live in the mid-west and don't have many hills to train on so these rides were challenging for me, but doable and once I was done I felt very satisfied. The accommodations were all different and great in their own way. The guides were energetic and informative. I highly recommend this tour - it's a great way to see Greece!

Jaymers,

Greece: Sparta, Monemvasia & the Peloponnesian Peninsula

Wonderful trip

The experience with VBT went beyond expectations as did the part of Greece where we cycled. The Peloponnesian Peninsula is a relatively undiscovered biking jewel, I enjoyed it far more than biking various Greek Islands. Accommodations were excellent and Greek food speaks for itself. VBT and the guides went out of their way in providing a 5 star experience. The bikes were new and top quality, the routes were varied and interesting. The guides bent over backwards to please us and provide a great biking as well as cultural experience.

Marcia B, Boise, Idaho

Greece: Sparta, Monemvasia & the Peloponnesian Peninsula

1st of many, many trips with BVT

great trip and experience!!! this was my first VBT trip and was a great experience. the locations selected and the guides make it a great experience

Daniel M, New Hampshire

Italy: Lake Como & the Italian Lake District

Lakes, rivers, ferries, and food!

Beautiful region of Italy; always on/near a lake or river. Fun and unique to take ferries with our bikes to and from our hotel multiple times. The hotels and meals were excellent; now that I'm home I really miss those breakfast buffets! In my opinion, these biking vacations are the best way to travel. I went solo on this trip and this might also be the best setting for the single traveler experience. Already looking forward to the next one.

TinaB, Bend, Oregon

Italy: Lake Como & the Italian Lake District

A bike trip through Heaven

Most excellent trip starting in Passau and ending in Vienna. Great E-bikes, scenery, itinerary and dining recommendations. Would not have minded if it were longer. I highly recommend this trip.

Aimstress, Bradenton, FL

Germany & Austria: The Danube River

Great Time in Austria. Self guided was fun.

Easy rides, great hotels, beautiful scenery. Nice equipment.

Dirk Hogue,

Germany & Austria: The Danube River

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