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WHY CHOOSE DISCOVERY BICYCLE TOURS? Our tours are some of the best, most carefully crafted, relaxing, perfectly supported biking vacations offered. Not just the best value (also true) but the best tours. Period.
You’ll be confident. With Discovery’s expert staff and leaders, you’ll be able to unwind and enjoy your tour knowing we’ve done meticulous planning. Our experienced guides are there to make sure you see, taste and experience the highlights of each location. Plus, the support van follows your group to give you snacks, water, repairs — or a lift up the hill. You can relax. We take care of the details. And we cover most meals, but often give you options for lunches on your own. This gives you flexibility to bike at your own pace — and take those extra photos or stop at the café if you like. Or challenge your legs. Most days, we offer options for those who want more biking miles. This is ideal for couples and groups who may want a somewhat varied experience. And it allows for solo travelers who want to ride with others of the same ability level. Our cancellation policy is very friendly. We never charge you anything if you cancel before your final payment date — usually 90 days before the tour starts. (It’s 120 days for Florida Keys, Chile and the Moselle River Bike & Barge, and 150 days for the Vietnam Adventure.) Your wallet will be happy. Our prices are amazing. You stay at sumptuous inns, with the best locations to walk to sights and restaurants — instead of an overpriced place in an inconvenient location. We pass along the savings to you!
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TOP 5 REASONS YOU’LL LOVE TOURING WITH DISCOVERY: 1) Our company has been family-owned for almost 44 years and is ready to serve you. 2) Small groups (often 8 to 15 guests) mean you get personal attention from guides and staff. 3) Wonderful tour leaders who truly care and give you the best experience possible. 4) Personally selected bicycle routes ensure you enjoy the most scenic, most fun and least-traveled locations. 5) With our decades of experience, we anticipate all the potential issues — so you don’t have to. We work as a team to give you a seamless cycling vacation you’ll love. Call us with any questions. And reserve your tour today! 800-257-2226
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Why Choose Discovery Bicycle Tours? ............................ Welcome ........................................ Giving Back ................................... Custom and Private Tours ............... Guest Rewards................................ Tour Leaders ..................................
WELCOME! You’re invited to become part of the Discovery Bicycle Tours family with your first tour — or to join us on a tour again. And to make 2020 even sweeter, we’re introducing our Discovery Cyclists customer appreciation program, with discounts and bonuses for past guests and special guests (see pages 6-7). Traveling with Discovery Bicycle Tours: Our goal is to make it fun and easy for you to explore and enjoy beautiful parts of the world by bicycle. We think you’ll find that traveling at bike speed is the best way to learn about, see and experience a new place — plus, it’s great for your body and mind. Our tour leaders make your trip even better with their outstanding knowledge, skills and support. And the inns and restaurants we choose connect you to the local scene. From solo travelers to fully private groups, we make sure you have a wonderful time. Meeting guests: You inspire us with your good cheer and enthusiasm for biking, and we had the pleasure of meeting guests on tours in the past year — in Denmark, the Moselle River Bike & Barge, Scotland, Texas Hill Country, Florida Keys, GAP Trail, Maine, Maryland and Vermont, among others. We really appreciate your input on what works and what could improve. New tours: Be sure to read here and on our website about our new tours on the Katy Trail in Missouri, Crater Lake & Scenic Bikeways in Oregon, the Cotswolds & Stonehenge in England, Devon & Cornwall in England, Chile’s Lakes & Volcanoes, Vietnam Adventure, Florida Gulf Beaches & Trails, and more. Our incredible staff and leaders continue to make things run smoothly … to create a wonderful vacation you will always remember. We hope to see you soon! Scott and Thistle Cone
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NORTH AMERICAN VACATIONS Florida Keys .................................... 10 Florida - Gulf Beaches & Rail Trails .. 12 Idaho Trails..................................... 14 Maine Coast .................................... 16 Maryland - Bay to Beach ................. 18 MA - Cape Cod/Martha’s Vineyard ... 20 Mississippi - Natchez Trace ............. 22 Missouri - Katy Trail ....................... 24 New York - Hudson River Valley ...... 26 Oregon - Crater Lake ....................... 28 PA - Gettysburg to Washington, D.C. .. 30 PA - Great Allegheny Passage ......... 32 PA - C&O/Great Allegheny Passage ... 34 Quebec - Eastern Townships ............ 36 SD - Mickelson Trail & SD Parks ...... 38 Texas - Hill Country ........................ 40 Vermont - Lake Champlain Islands .... 42 Vermont - Woodstock/Upper Valley ... 44 INTERNATIONAL VACATIONS Chile - Lakes and Volcanoes ............. 46 Denmark - Trails, Castles & Culture .. 48 England - Cotswolds ....................... 50 England - Devon & Cornwall ........... 52 France - Provence ........................... 54 Germany/Lux/FR - Bike & Barge ...... 56 Ireland - County Clare, Connemara ..... 58 Italy - Dolomites to Venice ............... 60 Italy - Puglia ................................... 62 Italy - Tuscany ................................ 64 Portugal - Beaches, Castles & History ... 66 Scotland - Highlands to Islands ....... 68 Spain - El Camino de Santiago .......... 70 Spain - Catalonia ............................. 72 Vietnam Adventure.......................... 74 WEEKEND BIKE TOURS............. 76 Maryland - St. Michaels.................. 77 Vermont - North Hero Island........... 78 (See DiscoveryBicycleTours.com for more weekend options.) GALLERY OF GUESTS ................ 79 IMPORTANT INFORMATION ...... 81 BIKE INFORMATION ................... 82 SCHEDULE AND RATES ............. 83
GIVING BACK — THANKS TO YOU! You have an impact Besides having an outstanding bicycling experience, you’ll feel good when you choose Discovery Bicycle Tours because you are supporting local merchants who provide your lodging and local farmers and partners who provide your snacks — like Red Kite Candy, Untapped maple products and Cabot Creamery. AND you are protecting wild and special places. Giving 1% For The Planet Since part of the appeal of our tours is the spectacular locations you get to visit, it seems fitting to support organizations that protect our Earth. That’s why Discovery Bicycle Tours has become a member of 1% For The Planet. This means we donate at least one percent of revenue each year to nonprofits that protect wildlife, wild places and the bicycle routes we all love. Nonprofits you help support For example, we support the Rails-To-Trails Conservancy, Vermont Land Trust, Adventure Cycling Association and Local Motion — which advocates for safe biking and walking routes in Vermont and runs the bicycle ferry on Lake Champlain that we use on several of our tours. We hope you join us in feeling passionate about giving back to the environment that brings us all such a thrill as we cycle in special places around the world.
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LET US CREATE A PRIVATE TOUR FOR YOUR GROUP! We will run any tour in this catalog or on our website for a group of 10 or more, on a date that works for you. Just call or email us! We’ll do the rest. Pick the perfect tour for YOUR group. Choose your favorite of our tour locations and let us run it as a private trip just for you. Pick one of the dates we offer or select a different date. We keep private and custom tour prices consistent with those in the catalog unless your group has special requests concerning accommodations, dining or route changes. Minimum group size varies by tour. Customize it for you. We are happy to modify an existing tour or explore a different location. Just contact us to discuss an itinerary that will to suit your group — with various riding levels, activities and even non-riders. We are here to provide the best vacation or team-building experience for you. Celebrate a special occasion. Mark a family or work milestone with a unique bicycle tour vacation. Let us design an unforgettable group experience for you. Group discount! Enjoy the best group discount in the industry! Groups of 8 or more get 1 tour FREE! Or share that discount with all members of your group. Contact us for Private/Custom tours: Email: scott@DiscoveryBicycleTours.com Call: 800-257-2226
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NEW! GUEST REWARDS FOR “DISCOVERY CYCLISTS” We love our guests! If you’re a past rider with us, you automatically become a member of our “Discovery Cyclists” group — making you eligible for great discounts and bonuses. Loyal riders get top discounts After only one tour, you get 5% off future tours. And when you ride with us several times, your savings multiply: DISCOVERY CYCLISTS DISCOUNTS: After 1 tour = save 5% After 5 tours = save 7% After 10 tours = save 10%
GROUPS OF 8 OR MORE GET 1 TOUR FREE: You won’t find a better group discount in the industry! Organize a group of 8 or more guests for any tour we offer, and the 8th person is FREE. Or share that discount with all members of your group. (Can’t be combined with any other offers.) So gather your riding friends and relatives and join us for an amazing adventure on two wheels. If you prefer a Custom or Private tour, see page 5 for more information. Rally your friends and get a group discount. For example: •Create an event for your bike club or other group. •Celebrate a birthday, anniversary or other milestone. •Reward co-workers with a well-deserved vacation. Get 1 tour FREE for 8 or more in your group!
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SAVE MORE ON 2020 TOURS! REFER A NEW GUEST, GET A BONUS: Refer a friend and get a discount off of a future trip! That’s right, returning guests can refer a friend and get a special thank you when the new person goes on a tour with us. You get a credit on completion of the new person’s tour. Apply the credit to your next tour with us: $200 referral credit for a new guest on a 6-day or longer tour $75 referral credit when a new guest goes on a shorter tour Ask the new guest to give us your name when they make their tour deposit (online or by phone). YOU get the reward. So spread the word about Discovery Bicycle Tours and save on your next tour!
TEACHER AND MILITARY SERVICE 5% DISCOUNT (ACTIVE OR RETIRED): To honor those who serve our country in schools or in the military, active and retired teachers and professors and current or former members of the U.S. military receive a 5% discount on all tours.
1% FOR THE PLANET To recognize those working to save our planet, employees of 1% For The Planet Individual Member companies and their approved participating nonprofits receive a 5% discount on all tours.
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ELIGIBILITY New discounts apply to tours starting January 1, 2020 or later. Discounts cannot be combined with other offers. If you paid a 2019 price for a 2020 tour, these new discounts don’t apply. Where more than one offer applies, you get one, whichever is the best offer. Discounts are applied at final payment. We reserve the right to modify offers at any time.
OUR OUTSTANDING TOUR LEADERS ...
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MAKE ALL THE DIFFERENCE!
GUESTS RAVE ABOUT OUR LEADERS: “Extraordinary. The very best. Unbelievably wonderful people. Always helpful, friendly.” — Jay A.
“Most impressive is the leaders’ anticipation of everything we might need to have an enjoyable tour.” — Susan & Chuck S.
“They were both terrific ... friendly, helpful, hard-working, and good at their jobs!” — Gretchen W.
FLORIDA KEYS Imagine. It’s the middle of winter, and you are basking in the bright sunny warmth and exquisite beauty of the Florida Keys, a string of spectacularly beautiful islands connected by a series of causeways and bridges that take you to exciting Key West, the southernmost point in the entire continental U.S. This could be YOU when you join us for our Florida tour.
ITINERARY DAY 1: Arrival day. Take full advantage of your stay at our luxury destination resort. We provide you with transportation from Miami International Airport to Cheeca Lodge
TOUR AT A GLANCE Start/End: Islamorada/Key West, FL 6 Days Level: Easy
and Spa and get you there by early afternoon. Now relax and enjoy all of the amenities included in your stay — go for an outing on Cheeca Lodge’s paddle boards or kayaks, enjoy tennis on one of their six courts, play a round of golf (clubs included), opt for some of their excellent spa services, stroll out along their wooden fishing pier for a view of the bay, rest by the heated swimming pools or saltwater lagoon, or just lounge in the sun on the warm sands of their palm-tree-lined private beach.
Biking miles: 7 to 26/day
DAY 2: 8 or 16 miles, easy terrain. This is your vacation, so sleep in if you wish, or get up early to watch a sensational Florida Keys sunrise.
“This was a perfect trip, Discovery Bike Tours, you have won me over.” — Julie N.
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DATES January 26-31 February 2-7
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REST AND RELAX: You are treated to three of the absolutely finest accommodations in the Florida Keys. Cheeca Lodge and Spa, Islamorada — 27 seaside acres of luxurious tranquility. Hawks Cay Resort, Marathon — best of accommodations, with all sorts of fun possibilities. Key Lime Inn, Key West — perfectly situated in the heart of Old Town.
DAY 4: 15 or 25 miles, easy terrain. Today start biking on Summerland Key and make a welcome stop at the iconic “Baby’s Coffee.” Here you can indulge in a snack and maybe the locally roasted coffee before finishing your ride into Key West. Key West is literally the end of the road … you are at the southernmost point in the continental U.S. (closer to Cuba than Miami), and to go any further you will need a boat! DAY 5: Exploration day. Your many options today include taking
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a stroll around town to visit the Southernmost Point, Harry S. Truman’s Little White House, Ernest Hemingway’s Home and Museum, Key West Butterfly and Nature Conservatory, Sunset Pier, and Mallory Square. DAY 6: 7 miles, easy terrain. You can start today with an optional 7-mile sunrise bike ride, which includes a ride along the beautiful ocean bike path of Key West’s south shore, followed by a bountiful breakfast at the funky and fun Banana Café. Afterwards, enjoy a guided visit to the Butterfly Conservatory, which ends in time for us to get you to Key West Airport by 1 p.m.
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INCLUDES: Professionally guided kayaking; sunset cruise; use of golf course, tennis courts, paddle boards, kayaks, fishing equipment; 5 nights’ accommodations; 4 dinners; 5 breakfasts; bicycle and helmet; free transfer from Miami International Airport to Cheeca Lodge and from Key Lime Inn to Key West Airport. Airfare not included.
PRICE: $3,795 Per person double occupancy. Solo traveler: Pvt. room add $1,000
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FLORIDA – GULF BEACHES & RAIL TRAILS Escape chilly temperatures in spring or fall and cycle flat, protected rail trails — plus scenic riding on the barrier islands and beaches along Florida’s gorgeous Gulf of Mexico. You stay ALL five nights right on the beach, with a kayak paddle and bonus visit to the Salvador Dalí Museum.
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DAY 1: Arrival Day. 17 or 34 miles, easier terrain. Meet your leaders at 1 p.m. at the Beachcomber Resort on St. Pete Beach. Ride around the southern tip of the island to Fort
Desoto State Park. After exploring the fortifications and beaches, return to the Beachcomber by bike or van. Check in for three nights here — right on the beach. Dine together. DAY 2: 17, 34 or 56 miles, easier terrain. Shuttle to Clearwater Beach.
Bike over the Clearwater Causeway on a dedicated bike lane, stop at two parks, and spin along the Pinellas Trail to Tarpon Springs. Enjoy lunch at a local Greek restaurant and nearby docks and shops. Option is to bike back to Clearwater via the Pinellas Trail. Visit the famous Dalí Museum. Dinner is on your own.
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Start/End: Tampa, Florida Level: Easier Biking miles: 16 to 56/day (Options and van support available)
DATES March 1-6 March 8-13 November 15-20 November 29-December 4 December 6-11
GUESTS SAY ... “Gentle riding, lovely scenery and great food make this tour.” — Scott C., tour designer
REST AND RELAX: Spend all five nights just steps from the beach on serene Florida waters. The Beachcomber, St. Pete Beach — enjoy the white sands along the Gulf of Mexico with beach chairs, two heated swimming pools and a beach bar. Gulf Shores Beach Resort, Casey Key — nestled in a tranquil grove of trees, this inn offers our guests a calming, scenic retreat.
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DAY 5: 39 miles, easier terrain. Ride back along the Legacy Trail into Venice, then along a bike trail beside the Intracoastal Waterway. Cross the quiet neighborhoods of South Venice and onto the barrier island of Manasota Key. Visit Stump Pass Beach State Park and go for a kayak paddle in the mangroves at Lemon Bay Aquatic Preserve. Return to Venice Island — via bike or van — and explore the beaches there, including the opportunity to sift the sand for plentiful fossilized shark’s teeth. Our final celebratory dinner is at a local restaurant. DAY 6: Departure Day. Today is our final day of riding. You can start early for some longer miles on bike lanes, visiting Myakka River State Park — or you can take a more leisurely ride back to the Legacy Trail and along the beaches of Casey Key. After showers, shuttle back to St. Pete Beach and the Tampa Airport.
INCLUDES: 5 nights’ lodging, 5 breakfasts, 4 dinners, 2 lunches, kayaking, entrance to: aquarium, Dalí Museum & State Parks. Plus leaders, van support, maps, directions, bicycle, helmet, lights. Airfare not included.
PRICE: $2,995 (Nov. & Dec. $2,495) Per person double occupancy. Solo traveler: Pvt. room add $1,250 (Nov. & Dec. $900)
IDAHO TRAILS Ride breathtaking stretches of old railway paths across trestles … and through rocky canyons, tunnels, forests and sparkling river valleys on this tour of some of the best rails-to-trails in the country. Pass through WA, MT and ID on packed gravel and flat asphalt with few cars along the way.
ITINERARY DAY 1: Arrival Day. 36 miles, easier to intermediate terrain. Meet in Spokane and shuttle to Sontag Park. Start pedaling along the Washington portion of the Centennial Trail in
the rocky canyons west of Spokane, pass through Spokane’s Riverfront Park, and end at the WashingtonIdaho state line. Shuttle to your beautiful inn in Coeur d’Alene. Enjoy a delicious dinner together. DAY 2: 17, 25, or 32 miles, easier terrain. Shuttle 20 minutes back to the state line to ride the Idaho portion of the Centennial Trail, cycling along the majestic shores of Lake Coeur d’Alene with beautiful scenery, interpretive signs and rest areas. End today’s ride at The Roosevelt Inn, where a local historian will share the history of Coeur d’Alene after dinner.
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TOUR AT A GLANCE Start/End: Spokane, WA 6 Days Level: Easier to Intermediate Biking miles: 16 to 46/day (Options and van support available)
DATES July 5-10 August 30-September 4 September 6-11 September 13-18 September 20-25
GUESTS SAY ... “This trip is something I have wanted to do ever since I read about it in Rails to Trails in 1999. It was a fabulous trip and lived up to my expectations.” — Jane C.
REST AND RELAX: Stay in a historic schoolhouse building and at an outdoor adventure resort with great access to these spectacular trails. Roosevelt Inn, Coeur d’Alene — a luxurious B&B in a former 1905 schoolhouse. Silver Mountain Resort, Kellogg — enjoy homey, relaxed spaces at this outdoor resort. Plus, most rooms have a washer and dryer!
DAY 3: 14, 29, or 46 miles, easier or intermediate terrain. Shuttle 90 minutes to the Route of the Hiawatha trailhead — for scenic trestles and tunnels. Enjoy a boxed lunch and options for more miles. Shuttle to your home base for the remainder of the trip, the Silver Mountain Resort in Kellogg. Dinner is at a local restaurant.
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DAY 4: 19, 31 or 40 miles, easier to intermediate terrain. Shuttle to
Lookout Pass, along the NorPac Trail. Your first 12 miles is a lovely descent into Mullan, the official start of the Trail of the Coeur d’Alenes. Enjoy fantastic views of the forested mountains, lakes and streams. For additional miles, shuttle farther along the NorPac Trail into Montana. Enjoy a lunch spot in Wallace — which has great museums. Return to the lodge and choose dinner on your own. DAY 5: 39 miles, easier terrain. Cycle from the inn on the Trail of the Coeur d’Alenes. Take an optional ride to Cataldo Mission to see the oldest building in Idaho. Enjoy an included lunch at Timbers Roadhouse. Continue to Harrison,
where you can rent a paddleboard, kayak or canoe or enjoy a brew at The Cycle Haus. Then shuttle back to the resort in Kellogg. Final celebratory dinner is together in Kellogg. DAY 6: 16 miles, easier terrain. Shuttle to Harrison to enjoy the final section of the Trail of the Coeur d’Alenes, through this region of chained lakes. Then cross Lake Coeur d’Alene over Chatcolet Bridge, once a swinging trestle. Enjoy a picnic lunch. At the end of your ride, shuttle an hour back to your starting point in Spokane by 3 p.m.
INCLUDES: Shuttles to trails, 5 nights’ lodging, 5 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 4 dinners (on your own for 1 dinner), all gratuities for meals and inns, leaders, van support, detailed maps and itineraries, bicycle, bike lights and helmet. Airfare not included.
PRICE: $2,495 Per person double occupancy. Solo traveler: Pvt. room add $600
COAST OF MAINE Lighthouses perched on rocky shores, evergreen forests, meadows, fresh seafood, galleries, seals, ducks, and secluded ponds … this is coastal Maine. And our tour — based on beautiful Mt. Desert Island — takes you there. Ride quiet roads in and around Acadia National Park, truly a cyclist’s paradise.
ITINERARY DAY 1: Arrival Day. If you arrive early, enjoy the spectacular inn with a lovely pool, Grecian style hot tub and private balconies. Relax in the common area, or stroll into Southwest
Harbor. Dinner is followed by an introductory meeting with your leaders. DAY 2: 31 miles, easier to intermediate terrain. Ride to the fishing village of Bass Harbor and see one of the most scenic lighthouses on the East Coast. Take a 45-minute ferry ride to Swan’s Island, which provides us with lovely views. Ride the rolling terrain on several peninsulas, including a visit to Hockamock Point Lighthouse (built in 1872) and Burntcoat Harbor, as well as a popular visit to the Saturn Press. Return to the inn and have dinner at Beal’s Lobster Pound.
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TOUR AT A GLANCE Start/End: Southwest Harbor/Bar Harbor, Maine 6 Days Level: Easier to Intermediate Biking miles: 10 to 40/day (Options and van support available)
DATES June 21-26 June 28-July 3 July 19-24 July 26-31 August 16-21 August 23-28 September 6-11 September 13-18
GUESTS SAY ... “Well organized, well supported, beautiful ...” — Lori & Earl J.
REST AND RELAX: Lovely inns with scenic views and great places to stroll. The Lindenwood Inn, Southwest Harbor — enjoy this small inn with pool, hot tub, full bar and homemade breakfast. Bar Harbor Inn, Bar Harbor — relax on your own private balcony facing the harbor at this lovely historic inn with spa.
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DAY 4: 12, 22 or 30 miles, easier terrain. Take a guided kayak tour of Pretty Marsh Harbor. Then you may hike up Beech Mountain, where you enjoy a spectacular view of Mount Desert and the adjoining islands. In addition, we offer you several cycling options to take after (or in lieu of) the kayaking: from Pretty Marsh Harbor along Crooked
DAY 6: 10 or 16 miles, easier terrain. Departure day includes shorter rides to allow for guests’ travel plans. Cycle on a carriage road over Paradise Hill with its sweeping vistas of Hulls Cove and Frenchman Bay, past Witch Hole Pond (watch for loons). A very nice optional route takes us past Gilmour’s Meadow and Aunt Betty Pond. Additional miles available.
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INCLUDES: All ferries & excursions, guided kayaking, 5 nights’ lodging, 5 breakfasts, 1 picnic lunch on Swan’s Island, 4 dinners (on your own for dinner one night in Bar Harbor), bicycle, helmet, guides, van support, detailed directions. One 2 p.m. free transfer from/ to Bangor International Airport. Airfare not included.
PRICE: $2,595
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MARYLAND – BAY TO BEACH Enjoy premier cycling by the Chesapeake Bay and toward the beaches on Maryland’s Eastern Shore, which Adventure Cyclist magazine calls one of the 10 best places to tour in North America. Cycle gently rolling terrain, explore a National Wildlife Refuge, walk in the footsteps of Harriet Tubman, and more.
ITINERARY DAY 1: Arrival day. Begin your tour in the quaint waterfront village of Saint Michaels on a picturesque peninsula known for its interesting mix of history, shops and small-
town charm. It’s been a shipping and trading center since the 1630s. You’ll be treated to an elegant room with a view of the beautiful harbor and Miles River. Opt for a relaxing spa treatment or massage during your stay. DAY 2: 26 or 38, easier terrain. Ride the lovely bike path through Easton, and then back roads to Oxford, a delightful town on the Tred Avon River. After a bayside lunch, consider a scoop of homemade ice cream at Scottish Highland Creamery. Board the small ferry for a short trip across the river to Bellevue. Ride pretty roads back to Saint Michaels. DAY 3: 17 to 34 miles, easier terrain. Ride to the end of Tilghman’s
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TOUR AT A GLANCE Start/End: Saint Michaels, Maryland 6 Days Level: Easier Biking miles: 9 to 50/day (Options and van support available)
DATES May 10-15 May 17-22 October 4-9 October 11-16
GUESTS SAY ... “Every day I had great moments. It is a trip I will long remember fondly.” — Dierdre C.
REST AND RELAX: You experience two of the best inns on the Eastern Shore. The Harbour Inn, Saint Michaels — relish three nights with a waterfront view at this luxury resort on the Miles River, an easy walk to local sights. The Atlantic Hotel, Berlin — relax on the front porch rockers or in your deluxe room at this Victorian hotel on the National Register of Historic Places.
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Head back toward Berlin and out to Assateague Island for an afternoon walk along the beach and perhaps see the Assateague ponies. Bike or van back to Berlin and consider a drink at Burley Oak — one of Maryland’s best craft breweries. Enjoy a celebration dinner at the Atlantic Hotel. DAY 6: 9 to 25 miles, easier terrain. If you are an early riser, take a lovely early morning ride or van trip back out to Assateague for the sunrise over the Atlantic. Or sleep in. Enjoy a final morning of relaxed distances or a longer ride along the coastal area before our shuttle back to Saint Michaels.
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DAY 4: 38 or 48 miles, easier terrain. Ride through Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge, a haven for ducks, geese, bald eagles and endangered species. Enjoy an included picnic lunch. Stop at the inspiring new Harriet Tubman Underground Railroad National Historic Park and visitor center. Transfer to scenic Berlin, which has 40 buildings on the National Historic Register and was the backdrop for the movies Runaway Bride and Tuck Everlasting. Dinner is on your own.
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Island through estuaries and farm fields with magnificent views across the Chesapeake Bay. Cross the drawbridge to Tilghman’s Island, where fishing and crabbing are still a way of life. Pick a place for lunch on your own. Return to Saint Michaels — by bike or van — and visit the fascinating Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum with the Hooper Straight Lighthouse, several historic vessels and 18 acres of interactive exhibits.
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INCLUDES: Oxford ferry, entry to Blackwater National Wildlife Preserve, entry to Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum, 5 nights’ lodging, 5 breakfasts, 1 picnic lunch, 4 dinners (on your own for dinner one night in Berlin), bicycle and helmet. Free transfer from/to Easton, MD bus station/airport. Airfare not included.
PRICE: $2,695 Per person double occupancy. Solo traveler: Pvt. room add $600
MA – CAPE COD & MARTHA’S VINEYARD See the sights of stunning Cape Cod and exclusive Martha’s Vineyard from the civilized speed of a bike. Marvel at the lovely beaches, historic towns and seaside birds as you spin along protected trails and quiet roads. From fishing villages to mansions, this trip delivers great scenery.
ITINERARY DAY 1: Arrival day. Meet the friendly innkeepers at Palmer House, a delightful Victorian property only a 4-minute walk from the wonderful shops, galleries and restaurants of
Falmouth. In the evening, gather for a short stroll to one of the area’s finest restaurants followed by a group get-together at the inn. DAY 2: 24 or 34 miles, easier terrain. Follow the spectacular Shining Path Bikeway past salt marshes, cranberry bogs, bird sanctuaries, beaches and harbors. Pause to watch osprey and heron or take a brief side trip to Spohr Gardens to see over 100,000 daffodils, lilies, magnolias and azaleas. Explore historic Woods Hole, enjoy lunch under the umbrellas at Dana’s Cafe and cycle along Buzzards Bay.
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TOUR AT A GLANCE Start/End: Falmouth, MA 6 Days Level: Easier to Intermediate Biking miles: 17 to 40/day (Options and van support available)
DATES June 21-26 September 20-25 October 4-9
GUESTS SAY ... “Nice bike routes. Beautiful scenery. [Leader was] … interesting to talk to.” — Allison L.
REST AND RELAX: Palmer House Inn, Falmouth — This inn welcomes you with warmth to a delightful Victorian residence in the tree-lined historic district. Harbor View Hotel, Edgartown — Enjoy this prestigious Martha’s Vineyard location just a short stroll from the famous waterfront galleries and boutique shops.
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DAY 6: 17 miles, easier terrain. Today you can opt for an early morning ferry ride to Chappaquiddick before cycling along a beautiful bike path to Oak Bluffs. Explore its famous streets lined with fanciful rainbow-colored gingerbread cottages. Splurge on local ice cream before finishing the day’s ride along the Beach Road bike path between the ocean and salt marshes. Ride the ferry back to Woods Hole and a shuttle to the Palmer House Inn.
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DAY 4: 23 or 38 miles, easier to intermediate terrain. Ride to Katama, a beautiful three-mile barrier beach. Then follow bike paths to West Tisbury, home to Vineyard artists, galleries and a classic general store. Then visit the handsome West Chop Lighthouse. Perhaps stop at some of the village shops and the iconic Black Dog Tavern. In the evenings, take a stroll and explore the boutiques of Edgartown — or the fudge and brittle at Murdick’s.
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DAY 5: 26 or 40 miles, easier to intermediate terrain. Take a ride “up island” through quaint villages that evoke the island’s maritime past. Visit Aquinnah Cliffs and boardwalk, one of the most spectacular spots on the island. Visit several interesting shops owned by the indigenous Wampanoag Indians. Stop in the picturesque fishing village of Menemsha. We also plan to picnic here, perhaps after a walk along beautiful Menemsha Beach.
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DAY 3: 30 or 40 miles, easier terrain. After a superb breakfast, ride into Woods Hole to catch a 45-minute ferry ride to Martha’s Vineyard with gorgeous views of Vineyard Sound. Arrive in Vineyard Haven and ride a lovely route with a seaside bike path to the easterly end of the island. Cycle into Edgartown, a world-renowned seaport that still reflects the good taste of the successful whaler captains of the early 1800s.
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INCLUDES: Round-trip ferry to Martha’s Vineyard and ferry to Chappaquiddick, 5 nights’ lodging, 3 dinners (on your own for dinner 2 nights in Edgartown), 5 breakfasts, 1 picnic lunch, bicycle and helmet. Free transfer provided from/to Falmouth bus station at the start and end of tour. Airfare not included.
PRICE: $2,795 Per person double occupancy. Solo traveler: Pvt. room add $700
MISSISSIPPI – NATCHEZ TRACE The Natchez Trace Parkway is a restricted-access road with no commercial traffic built by the U.S. Park Service in the 1930s to honor this historic trail and road. The Trace is famous as an outstanding cycling route and for the iconic Southern scenery and architecture you see along the way.
ITINERARY DAY 1: 20 or 40 miles, easier terrain. Meet near Jackson, MS, and head out on the Natchez Trace. See a museum and Civil War sites, including General Grant’s
headquarters. Note the boundary between the Choctaw tribe and three different nations. Enjoy a picnic lunch. Walk to an abandoned town from the late 1800s. Then shuttle to Natchez — with dinner at the Monmouth Inn. DAY 2: 30 or 50 miles, easier terrain. Explore Natchez and environs — including the Melrose Estate, one of the first plantationstyle estates built inside a southern city. Ride the Natchez riverfront area, where you may stop for lunch. Longer options are available. Spanish moss hangs from the trees, and the scenery varies from hardwood forest to open pastures and cotton fields.
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TOUR AT A GLANCE Start/End: Jackson, Mississippi 6 Days Level: Easier Biking miles: 20 to 30/day (opt up to 60) (Options and van support available)
DATES April 19-24 April 26-May 1 October 18-23 October 25-30
GUESTS SAY ... “Ride on quiet roads among trees festooned with Spanish moss.” — Scott C., tour designer
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Experience Southern hospitality at these fine inns. Monmouth Inn, Natchez — historic inn and gardens on 26 acres. Canemount Plantation Inn, Lorman — inn with a cozy wraparound porch. Fairview Inn, Jackson — Colonial Revival mansion built in 1908. Home2Suites, Ridgeland — alternate inn on April 19 departure only.
MORE TOUR DETAILS DAY 3: 20 or 50 miles, easier terrain. Start on the Natchez Trace and then onto rural side roads. Explore Emerald Mound — the second largest Indian mound site in the U.S. A picnic lunch is included. Visit the Windsor Ruins — built in the mid-1850s. Ride by Alcorn State University, founded in 1871 by the Reconstruction-era legislature to provide higher education to freed slaves. Stay at the Canemount Plantation Inn, a historic 1850s house. Dinner is at the inn. DAY 4: 25 or 40 miles, easier terrain. Ride farther north along the Trace. See the charming town of Port Gibson and enjoy the quiet scenery on the way back to Rocky Springs. Visit the Sunken Trace, a preserved section of the original route. A picnic lunch is included. End the day at the edge of Jackson, where a short shuttle takes you to the Fairfield Inn. Relax at the inn or explore sites such as the Eudora Welty Museum. (On the April 19-24,
2020, tour departure, we instead stay 2 nights at the Home2Suites in Ridgeland.) DAY 5: 30 to 60 miles, easier terrain. Ride on the pathway that
parallels the Trace through Jackson near the scenic Ross Barnett Reservoir. See a cypress swamp nature area. Walk the boardwalk for a peek into the lives of the swamp’s residents — maybe even a dozing alligator. A picnic lunch is included. Shuttle back to Jackson, for a final celebration dinner. DAY 6: 0 or 20 miles, easier terrain. Visit the Museum of Mississippi History and the Mississippi Civil Rights Museum — two new interconnected museums that explain the sweep of Mississippi history and its role in the civil rights movement. If you prefer to ride, do an out-and-back on the Trace from the Clinton Visitor Center. Have lunch at your leisure with a shuttle available.
INCLUDES: 2 museum entrance fees, 5 nights’ lodging, 5 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 3 dinners (on your own for 1 dinner in Natchez and Jackson), gratuities for inns and included meals, maps and itineraries, leaders, van support, bicycle and helmet. Airfare not included.
PRICE: $2,295 (April 19-24 departure is $2,145) Per person double occupancy. Solo traveler: Pvt. room add $500 ($300 on 4/19 departure)
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MISSOURI – KATY TRAIL Scenic, car-free and flat, the Katy Trail provides stunning views of the Missouri River, with its beautiful flowing waters and towering bluffs. Enjoy rural Americana landscapes and towns as you follow in the footsteps of explorers Lewis and Clark on this rail-trail gem.
ITINERARY DAY 1: Arrival Day. 12, 21, 28 or 38 miles, easier terrain. Meet at 8:30 a.m. near the airport in St. Louis. Shuttle to the west end of the Katy Trail. Cycle through small towns to
Sedalia, with its rich railroad and Civil War history. Stay at a hotel that’s hosted celebrities. DAY 2: 12, 24, or 37 miles, easier terrain. Roll through the relatively flat trail bed of the old MKT railway line. Enjoy a picnic lunch before arriving in Boonville — named after the sons of Daniel Boone. Dinner is in Boonville. DAY 3: 18, 28, or 31 miles, easier terrain. Cross the Missouri and follow the route of Lewis & Clark along the river. Pass through a scenic tunnel. Enjoy lunch at a café or general store. Visit Columbia, home of the University of Missouri, where you dine and spend the night.
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TOUR AT A GLANCE Start/End: St. Louis, Missouri 7 Days Level: Easier Biking miles: 12 to 47/day (Options and van support available)
DATES May 3-9 May 10-16 September 27-October 3 October 4-10
GUESTS SAY ... “Nothing compares to the simple pleasure of a rail trail.” — Sarah B., tour designer”
REST AND RELAX: Hotel Bothwell, Sedalia — relive the 1920s at this historic hotel. Hotel Frederick, Boonville — a boutique inn near the Katy Trail. The Tiger Hotel, Columbia — luxury in the heart of a college town. Capitol Plaza Hotel, Jefferson City — relax in comfort at this hotel. The Captain Wohlt Inn, Hermann — charming inn built in 1896. Red Brick Inn, The Lindenhof, and Apple Gate Inn — enjoy one of three small B&Bs.
DAY 4: 13, 29, or 39 miles, easier terrain. Back on the Katy Trail, ride a tree-lined path through the Eagle Bluff Conservation Area. Keep alert for birds unique to this area. Cross over the Missouri to Jefferson City, the state capital. Choose from several sites to visit, like the Governor’s Mansion, State Capitol, or State Penitentiary. You are on your own for dinner. DAY 5: 26, 32, or 47, easier terrain. Cross back over to the Katy Trail and ride through Missouri’s wine country. German immigrants settled in this area in the 1800s, bringing their wine-making traditions. End the day crossing the Missouri to Hermann — with its wineries, distilleries and breweries. Dinner is at the Captain Wohlt Inn. DAY 6: 11, 18, or 37 miles, easier terrain. Ride through more wine territory. Enjoy lunch in Marthasville or Dutzow at a winery or local restaurant. End the day’s ride in the tiny town of Augusta, which has a major presence in the Missouri Rhineland. Have a drink at the Augusta Brewhouse or a massage
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at the Halycon Spa. Dine at the Silly Goose. DAY 7: 24, 30, or 40 miles, easier terrain. As you approach St. Charles, considered “the last civilized stop” by Lewis & Clark on their expedition, the terrain is more urban. After lunch, visit the Lewis & Clark Boat House & Museum or an art center. End your ride at a riverside park in St. Charles. Or opt to ride an additional 10 miles to the true end of the Kay Trail. After lunch, shuttle back to our starting point.
INCLUDES: Shuttles to/from the trail, 6 nights’ lodging, 6 breakfasts, 5 dinners (you are on your own for 1 dinner in Jefferson City), 4 lunches, leaders, van support, route directions, a bicycle and a helmet. Airfare not included.
PRICE: $2,795 Per person double occupancy. Solo traveler: Pvt. room add $700
NEW YORK – HUDSON RIVER VALLEY Come see the peaceful Hudson River before it reaches the bustle of the New York City area. Cycle by small riverside villages, horse farms, wineries and orchards that remind you why this lovely region has inspired generations of artists — and enticed millionaires like FDR to build their estates here.
ITINERARY DAY 1: Arrival Day. If you take the train from NY City, we can collect you at the Rhinecliff station. Or meet us at the inn or even at the start of our tour of the historic FDR
mansion in Hyde Park. Then shuttle to Rhinebeck to check in at our inn and stroll the tree-lined streets. Our welcome dinner is at the inn, followed by a chat about our cycling plans. DAY 2: 24 or 34 miles, easier or intermediate terrain. After a sumptuous breakfast at the Bread Alone Bakery, cycle along quiet River Road to the Hudson and the hamlet of Rhinecliff. Loop through the Bard College campus and see Frank Gehry’s acclaimed performing arts building. Follow country roads through the village of Annandaleon-Hudson. Have a leisurely lunch in Red Hook and continue back to Rhinebeck.
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Start/End: Beekman Arms, Rhinebeck (or Rhinecliff train station/Poughkeepsie train station) 6 Days Level: Easier to Intermediate Biking miles: 11 to 50/day (Options and van support available)
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June 7-12 July 26-31 August 30-September 4 September 27-October 2 October 11-16
GUESTS SAY ... “Transport was well done, van and trailer. Guides and excellent weather!” — Bill O.
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Beekman Arms Inn, Rhinebeck — step back in time when you stay at America’s oldest continuously operating inn. The 1850 House, Rosendale — enjoy this beautifully restored inn nestled between the Shawangunk and Catskill mountains. Buttermilk Falls, Milton — unwind at this lovely inn on a 75-acre estate featuring an organic kitchen garden, farm and spa.
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breakfast, meet for a short shuttle to the start of the standard 28-mile day. View the Hudson River from the pedestrian/bike walkway bridge. Lunch is suggested in Historic Highland. Options for fewer miles (perhaps get a spa date) — or 7.5 more miles on a bike path to Hopewell Junction or 12.5 more miles with hills on a busier road — are available. Snacks greet you at the inn, but save room. You’ll be treated like royalty with dinner at the famous Culinary Institute and a stay
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at the elegant Buttermilk Falls Inn. DAY 5: 27 or 34 miles, easier or intermediate terrain. Return to the Wallkill Rail Trail and ride along quiet roads past horse farms, orchards and fine vineyards ... so we treat you to a wine tasting at the local family-owned Robibero Winery. Approach the foothills of the Shawangunk Mountains. Arrive in New Paltz and choose a spot for lunch. Cycle back to the inn, or shuttle back by van — with an option to stop at Dubois Farm for cider or to pick fruit. Dinner is at the fabulous Henry’s At The Farm restaurant. DAY 6: 11 miles, easier terrain. Have a leisurely breakfast if you wish, or let us lead you on a beautiful early morning ride through horse farms and apple orchards. Then return for a shower, and we transfer you to the Poughkeepsie train station to return to NY City, or back to your car at the Beekman Arms in Rhinebeck.
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INCLUDES: 5 nights’ lodging, 5 breakfasts, 4 dinners — including 1 at the Culinary Institute (1 night on your own in Rhinebeck), tour of FDR mansion, bicycle, helmet, transfers to and from noted train stations, experienced leaders, detailed directions. Air/train fare not included.
PRICE: $3,495 Per person double occupancy. Solo traveler: Pvt. room add $800
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OREGON – CRATER LAKE & BIKEWAYS Riding through central Oregon is often described as riding through a postcard. This tour takes you through a series of appealing postcards. Plus, it ends with spectacular cycling around the rim of Crater Lake, including two nights with a lake-view room at the iconic lodge in the national park.
ITINERARY DAY 1: Arrival Day. 37 miles, intermediate terrain. Meet at 8:30 a.m. in Bend, Oregon, a short trip from the Bend Airport. Shuttle to Smith Rock State Park, where you
are fitted on your bike, and begin riding. Explore Smith Rock on foot or two wheels. Follow the Deschutes River to the town of Sisters. Dinner is at a local restaurant. DAY 2: 27 or 39 miles,
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Pedal past moonscapes created by a 2,000-year-old lava flow on the McKenzie Pass Scenic Bikeway. There’s an optional challenge of a 2,400 ft climb up the pass. Or, shuttle to the top and enjoy a 20-mile-long descent, with a short hike option. Soak in the hot springs before shuttling back to Sisters, where there’s time for a spa visit. Dinner is on your own.
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TOUR AT A GLANCE Start/End: Bend, Oregon 6 Days Level: Easier to Intermediate with Advanced Options Biking miles: 16 to 57/day (Options and van support available)
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July 19-24 July 26-31 August 9-14 August 16-21
GUESTS SAY ... “Riding Crater Lake is absolute bliss. Don’t miss it.” — Sarah B., tour designer
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These three inns capture the spirit of the Pacific Northwest. FivePine Lodge, Sisters — enjoy all the amenities of this resort modeled after a historic forestry station. Pine Ridge Inn, Bend — nestled in a tranquil grove of trees, this inn offers our guests a calming, scenic retreat. Crater Lake Lodge, Crater Lake — relax and enjoy the spectacular view of the lake from this rustic lodge in the national park.
MORE TOUR DETAILS DAY 3: 21, 26 or 36 miles, easier or intermediate terrain. Cycle the Twin Bridges Scenic Bikeway. Along the route, you pass through high deserts, pastures of hay, hobby farms, and wildlife areas — with spectacular views of the snowcapped Cascade Mountains. Enjoy lunch from the classic food carts in the charming town of Tumalo. You’re on your own for dinner this evening and might visit Old St. Francis, a school turned into a lodge, brewpub, soaking pool, and more! DAY 4: 18 or 37 miles, easier or intermediate terrain. Ride the
Cascade Lakes Scenic Byway. Opt to ride from the inn and up to the volcanic Mt. Bachelor that erupted 8,000 years ago. Or van to the top and enjoy the descent. Stop for views of Sparks, Devil’s, Elk, and Lava Lakes. Enjoy lunch at Lava Lake, where you can take an hourlong peaceful paddle before hopping in the shuttle to Crater Lake National Park. Spend the next two nights at the historic Crater Lake Lodge,
which overlooks the lake’s pristine blue waters nearly 1,000 feet below. Dinner is at the lodge. DAY 5: 16, 24 or 35 miles,
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Savor the ride around Crater Lake — one of the deepest, clearest and bluest lakes in the world. Admire Wizard Island, a 763-foot cinder cone in the middle of the lake. From every angle, Crater Lake is surrounded by volcanic peaks, verdant forests and fertile valleys. As the ride around the lake’s rim is challenging, there are plenty of shuttle options to customize the ride. Dinner is at the lodge. DAY 6: Departure Day. Wake up in the lodge and enjoy the views over a cup of coffee on the back deck. Or perhaps rise a bit earlier and hike the nearby Garfield Peak or Discovery Point Trails. Midmorning we shuttle you back to our starting point in Bend, where we have a farewell lunch and say our goodbyes.
INCLUDES: Shuttles to the trails, 5 nights’ lodging, 5 breakfasts, 4 dinners (you are on your own for 1 dinner), 2 boxed lunches and 1 restaurant lunch, entry to hot springs, kayak at Lava Lake, bikes and helmets, leaders, van support. Airfare is not included.
PRICE: $2,995 Per person double occupancy. Solo traveler: Pvt. room add $800
PA – GETTYSBURG TO WASHINGTON, D.C. This popular tour features sensational biking through the beautiful countryside of Pennsylvania and Maryland, followed by leisurely riding through West Virginia and Virginia along the peaceful C&O Canal towpath. You enjoy guided bike tours of iconic Civil War sites and our nation’s capital.
ITINERARY DAY 1: 10 miles, easier terrain. Meet in Arlington, VA, at 10 a.m. for a transfer to Gettysburg. Take a short warm-up ride and visit the National Park Service’s museum. Then opt for
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a longer ride that takes you to the 100-foot-long Sachs Covered Bridge, or explore the shops in town on foot. Dinner is at the historic Dobbins Tavern.
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DAY 2: 10 or 26 miles, easier to intermediate terrain. After a delicious breakfast, enjoy a fourhour professionally guided bike ride through the major sites of Gettysburg. See firsthand the challenges of this clash between the Union and Confederate forces. Relive the courage shown here as you cycle the ridges, valleys and farmland. You are on your own for dinner.
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Biking miles: 10 to 39/day (Options and van support available)
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GUESTS SAY ... “The local guides and history … beautiful country rides … Hard to describe how much we LOVED this combo.” — Paul and Susan L.
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These inns welcome you and allow easy access to prime historic sites and bicycle routes. Brickhouse Inn, Gettysburg — a historic bed and breakfast close to town. Bavarian Inn, Shepherdstown — enjoy manicured grounds, infinity pool and a room with a balcony overlooking the Potomac. Key Bridge Marriott, Arlington — a great location for our launch and end in Washington to see the monuments. Gettysburg
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DAY 4: 24, 29 or 39 miles, easier to intermediate terrain. Head south on the scenic C&O Canal towpath and across the Potomac River on a long former railroad bridge to Harpers Ferry. Enjoy a walking tour of this restored town and National Historic Site, which feels like you are in the 1880s. Choose a 15-mile ride or take the van back to Shepherdstown and visit the historic buildings, shops and galleries of this small college town. Dine at The Press Room.
DAY 5: 33 miles, easier terrain. Start riding at White’s Ferry, where the ferry boat hasn’t changed much since 1817. Our ride on the C&O towpath is a delight. It’s flat and affords scenic vistas and views of wildlife. Take time to observe the locks, an aqueduct and water birds along the way. This evening, you are treated to a professionally guided bike tour of Washington D.C. sites — to entertain you with poignant, fascinating and incredible stories about presidents, Congress, memorials, parks, spies and scandals. Enjoy a celebratory farewell dinner during the D.C. tour. DAY 6: 16 or 32 miles, easier terrain. Ride to George Washington’s
home at Mount Vernon. Tour his estate, including colonial-era buildings, gardens, distillery and a gristmill. Shuttle or bike back to the Key Bridge Marriott Hotel to pick up your car or take a short taxi ride to Ronald Reagan National Airport.
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DAY 3: 29, 32 or 37 miles, intermediate terrain. This is one of those perfect biking days! After a transfer over the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, we cycle south on peaceful, traffic-free farm roads and narrow lanes. Arrive at Antietam National Historic District for a picnic lunch. Enjoy a National Park Service guided bike tour. Cycle into Sharpsburg, cross the Potomac River into West Virginia and arrive in beautiful Shepherdstown — our home for two nights. Dinner is at the inn.
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INCLUDES: Museum entry; guided bike tours of Gettysburg, Antietam and Washington, D.C.; 5 nights’ lodging; 5 breakfasts; 4 dinners (on your own one night in Gettysburg); 3 lunches; bike and helmet; guides; van support and directions. Transfer from Key Bridge Marriott to Gettysburg. Airfare not included.
PRICE: $2,895 Per person double occupancy. Solo traveler: Pvt. room add $600
PA – GREAT ALLEGHENY PASSAGE (GAP TRAIL) The GAP Trail is on the bucket list of many cyclists. Its spectacular views and peaceful surroundings will thrill you. The wide, crushed-gravel trail follows a gentle railroad grade the full distance. This tour includes a bonus excursion to the Flight 93 Memorial, which honors those lost on 9/11.
ITINERARY DAY 1: Fallingwater tour. Meet at a hotel near the Pittsburgh Airport at 8:30 a.m. to depart at 9 a.m. for a 1.5-hour drive to tour Frank Lloyd Wright’s Fallingwater house. After
lunch, shuttle 1 hour to the start of the GAP trail in Cumberland, MD, and have a bike fitting and short test ride. Dinner is at a local Italian restaurant. DAY 2: 10, 22 or 32 miles, easier or intermediate terrain. Start at mile zero on the GAP trail and enjoy spectacular vistas, along with the one challenging climb. Ride across the Eastern Continental Divide and the Mason-Dixon Line. Roll through the Big Savage Tunnel and then do a fun downhill into historic Meyersdale. You can also get a lift in the van for half — or all — of the climb. Lunch is a picnic and dinner is at the inn.
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TOUR AT A GLANCE Start/End: Pittsburgh, PA 6 Days Level: Easier to Intermediate Biking miles: 10 to 46/day (Options and van support available)
DATES May 10-15 May 17-22 May 31-June 5 June 7-12 August 30-September 4 September 13-18 September 20-25
GUESTS SAY ... “We had a great experience … looking forward to tours in the future.” — Susan & Chuck S.
REST AND RELAX: To ride the entire rail trail, we stay at casual inns. Each is clean, comfy and fun. Fairfield Inn, Cumberland — located at the GAP Trail/C&O Canal intersection. Yoder’s Guest House, Meyersdale — historic with great breakfasts. Yough Plaza Motel, Ohiopyle — rustic with a fun atmosphere. Bright Morning B & B, West Newton — 4 historic houses beside the trail.
MORE TOUR DETAILS DAY 3: 0, 12 or 25 miles, easier terrain. This can be a rest day, or ride up to 25 miles. We shuttle you to the Flight 93 National Memorial, which honors the 40 passengers and crew lost on 9/11. Explore the visitor center and monuments. Following the site visit, you can choose to cycle 12 miles to lunch or take the van to lunch in Berlin, PA. Then hop in the van, or cycle back to the GAP Trail. DAY 4: 41 miles, easier terrain. After a hearty breakfast at Yoder’s, cycle into deep river valleys and into Ohiopyle State Park. This is the area where George Washington fought in the French and Indian War. Enjoy the plunging waterfalls and soaring ridges on the way into the town of Ohiopyle. We’ll enjoy dinner at a pub followed by a night at the rustic Yough Plaza Motel, just steps from the trail. DAY 5: 46 miles, easier terrain. Continue through Ohiopyle State Park and across beautiful rail trail
bridges. Enjoy lunch in the first large town since Maryland — Connellsville, PA. The trail and river run right through the historic downtown. From here, rural farm country edges closer to the river and we see occasional small towns until we cycle into West Newton, settled in 1788. Dinner is at the inn. DAY 6: 32 miles, easier terrain. Bike out of farm country by midmorning and into suburbs, and cycle through a recovering industrial area along the Youghiogheny River. It joins the Monongahela in McKeesport, and you ride along this majestic, ship-going section of the river. Stop in historic Homestead for lunch and then cross the famous Hot Metal Bridge into downtown Pittsburgh, arriving at the end of the GAP Trail. Following your ride, we transfer you back to the Pittsburgh Airport area by 4 p.m.
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INCLUDES: 5 nights’ lodging, 5 breakfasts, 4 dinners, 1 lunch, all gratuities for inns and meals, maps, experienced guides, van support, hybrid bicycle, helmet. Transfer from Pittsburgh at 10 a.m. on the first day of your tour and return to Pittsburgh by 4 p.m. on the last day. Airfare not included.
PRICE: $1,895 Per person double occupancy Solo traveler: Pvt. room add $400
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PA TO DC – GAP AND C&O TRAIL Love cycling trails? This is the tour for you! Cycle the entire 335-mile route of the Great Allegheny Passage (GAP) Rail Trail and the C&O Canal Trail* — car-free trails from Pittsburgh, PA, to Washington, D.C. Enjoy rich Civil War, railroad and canal history and great scenery on this classic route.
ITINERARY DAY 1: Arrival Day. 55 miles, easier terrain. Meet at 8:30 a.m. near the Pittsburgh airport. Shuttle to the GAP trailhead in Pittsburgh. Lunch is in West Newtown. Finish the day in Connellsville.
DAY 2: 58 miles, easier terrain. Ride 26 miles along the Youghiogheny River as it cuts through a mountain ridge, forming the deepest gorge in Pennsylvania. Spin through Ohiopyle, famous for white-water rafting. Then pass through farm lands and over the Salisbury Viaduct to Meyersdale. DAY 3: 33 miles, easier terrain. Cross the Keystone Viaduct and the Eastern Continental Divide. Then ride through Big Savage Tunnel and descend gently to cross the MasonDixon Line. Enjoy lunch in Frostburg and end the GAP Trail in vibrant Cumberland.
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TOUR AT A GLANCE Start/End: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 7 Days Level: Easier Biking miles: 13 to 65/day (Options and van support available)
DATES GAP & C&O combination: May 24-30 June 14-20 September 27-October 3 *C&O Trail Only: September 6-11
GUESTS SAY ... “This is scenic, car-free and nearly level riding.” — Sarah B., tour designer
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Welcoming inns for the GAP + C&O tour: Cobblestone Hotel & Suites, Connellsville Yoder’s Guest House, Meyersdale Fairfield Inn, Cumberland The 1828 Trail Inn, Hancock Riverrun B&B, Hancock Light Horse Inn, Harpers Ferry (or) The Ledge House B&B, Harpers Ferry Key Bridge Marriott, Arlington
DAY 4: 60 miles, easier terrain. Begin the segment along the C&O Canal Towpath. See many aqueducts and locks, each with their own story to tell. Ride the 0.6-mile-long Paw Paw Tunnel, one of the world’s longest canal tunnels. End the day in Hancock and enjoy supper at Buddy Lou’s Eats, Drinks, & Antiques. DAY 5: 65 miles, easier terrain. See more historic aqueducts and locks. Stop at Fort Frederick State Park to learn its role in the French and Indian War and the Civil War. Later, cross the footbridge to explore Harpers Ferry — site of John Brown’s famous raid, which triggered the Civil War. You’re on your own for dinner in Harpers Ferry. Accommodations are tight here, so we will likely stay at two different B&Bs. DAY 6: 61 miles, easier terrain. On your final day of pedaling on the C&O, visit Great Falls — one of the most spectacular natural features in the area. At Widewater, see the nearly 500-foot-wide log wall that was built to dam up water for navigation and to carry the towpath. Enjoy the final miles into Washington, D.C. Spend the
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night in Arlington, VA, across the Potomac River from Capitol Hill. Celebrate at our final dinner in Georgetown. DAY 7: 13 miles, easier terrain. This morning, take a professionally guided bike tour of Washington, D.C., visiting many of the iconic sites of our nation’s capital. Follow bike paths through downtown, while your guide entertains you with fascinating stories about presidents, Congress, memorials, parks, spies and scandals. After lunch we shuttle you back to Pittsburgh, where we say our goodbyes.
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combo) Shuttles to/from the trail, 6 nights’ lodging, 6 breakfasts, 5 dinners (you are on your own for 1 dinner in Harpers Ferry), 2 lunches, leaders, van support, route directions, a bicycle and a helmet. Airfare not included.
GAP & C&O PRICE: $2,895 Per person double occupancy. Solo traveler: Pvt. room add $600
*C&O ONLY PRICE: $2,495 Per person double occupancy. Solo traveler: Pvt. room add $600 (See website for items included.)
QUEBEC – EASTERN TOWNSHIPS What’s your pleasure? Wine? Chocolate? Stunning vistas? This tour has it all. Quebec holds exotic treasures just a few miles from the U.S. border. Experience the French-Canadian culture at boutique inns. Visit colorful bistros, shops and galleries as you roll through these celebrated towns.
ITINERARY DAY 1: Arrival Day. Settle into your hotel, the Phineas Swann in Montgomery Center, Vermont. Enjoy this historic restored 1880s farmhouse, which is considered one
of the most romantic inns in America (Trip Advisor). DAY 2: 33 or 40 miles, intermediate terrain. Cycle into Canada, passing covered bridges before arriving in French-speaking Frelighsburg. Have a special lunch and wine tasting at Domaine du Ridge, visit the fascinating Musée Missisquoi and then follow Quebec’s famous “Route des Vins.” Sample wines, ciders and apple products at some of Quebec’s most famous vineyards. We are guests at the beautiful Auberge & Spa West Brome. Access to the sauna, gym and indoor heated pool are also included with your visit.
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TOUR AT A GLANCE Start/End: Montgomery Center, VT 6 Days Level: Easier to Intermediate Biking miles: 20 to 50/day (Options and van support available)
DATES June 21-26 July 19-24 August 2-7 August 16-21 September 13-18 September 20-25 October 4-9
GUESTS SAY ... “The bike trails were very relaxing ... I liked the covered bridges.” — Christina & Kenny M.
REST AND RELAX: Phineas Swann, Montgomery Ctr. Vermont — a restored 1880s farmhouse. Auberge & Spa, W. Brome — a lovely retreat with sauna, gym and pool. Chateau Bromont , Bromont — an elegant inn in a vibrant town. Auberge du Joli Vent, Lac Brome — award-winning inn with top cuisine. Le Pleasant Hôtel & Café, Sutton, — a Victorian inn with rave| reviews.
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DAY 5: 20, 33 or 50 miles, easier terrain. Savor this ride past Domaine Les Brome, one of the most celebrated wineries in Canada with stunning views. Then choose either a leisurely route to Sutton, or a longer ride through the Missisquoi Valley. Sutton is a celebrated resort town located in a pretty river valley, and it hums with cafés, galleries and excellent restaurants. Stay at Le Pleasant Hôtel and Café, a Victorian home transformed into a handsome, modern boutique inn. Take an easy stroll to Sutton Brouërie to have a celebratory feast. DAY 6: 21 miles, easier terrain. Ride south through the tiny mountain community of Abercom with a great little bakery before re-entering the United States at Richford. Our last few miles are partially along a pretty bike path and then a winding road, passing covered bridges before arriving back at the Phineas Swann Inn.
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INCLUDES: 5 nights’ lodging, 5 breakfasts, 4 dinners, all entry fees, bicycle and helmet. Free transfer provided from/to Burlington International Airport. Airfare not included.
PRICE: $2,495 Per person double occupancy. Solo traveler: Pvt. room add $500
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SOUTH DAKOTA – MICKELSON TRAIL & BLACK HILLS Experience stunning landscapes and learn about “wild west” history when you bicycle with us to see Badlands National Park, the Black Hills, Mt. Rushmore and the Mickelson Trail — one of the best rail-trails in the U.S. Plus, see Devils Tower in Wyoming and free-ranging bison, antelope and more wildlife.
ITINERARY DAY 1: Arrival Day. 23 miles, easier to intermediate terrain. Meet at 8:30 a.m. in Rapid City, SD. Shuttle to Badlands National Park, get fitted for your bike, and ride through the
dramatic landscapes of Badlands National Park. Options to visit Native American art galleries in Pine Ridge Indian Reservation and Wounded Knee Memorial. Dinner and overnight in Cedar Pass. DAY 2: 32 miles, intermediate terrain. Optional cave tour at Wind Cave National Park followed by a ride to Custer State Game Park — view herds of bison, prairie dog towns, donkeys and antelope! Follow the appropriately named Wildlife Loop, 18 miles of open grasslands and hills. You’ll love the rolling roads and stunning scenery. Dine and stay at the Custer State Game Lodge.
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TOUR AT A GLANCE Start/End: Rapid City, South Dakota 6 Days Level: Easier to Intermediate Biking miles: 16 to 36/day (Options and van support available)
DATES June 7-12 June 14-19 September 7-12 September 14-19
GUESTS SAY ... “Riding to Devils Tower is worth every moment.” — Scott C., tour designer.
REST AND RELAX: Enjoy western-style lodges and cabins to unwind after cycling. Cedar Pass Lodge, Interior — rustic, comfy eco-friendly cabins. State Game Lodge, Custer St. Pk. — once President Coolidge’s “Summer Whitehouse,” the stately 1920 lodge will charm you. The Lodge at Deadwood, Deadwood — old-fashioned hospitality and luxury with a nearby casino. Best Western Golden Spike Inn, Hill City — family-owned inn with comfy lodging.
DAY 3: 21 to 42 miles, intermediate terrain. Ride from the lodge through Custer State Game Park to Iron Mountain Road — one of the most captivating roads in America. Enjoy the famed log-built “pigtail bridges” that spiral down, multiple tunnels that frame Mount Rushmore, and paved sections through the woods. Lunch is at Lakota Lake Picnic area. Shuttle or ride to Mount Rushmore. Shuttle back for dinner at the lodge. DAY 4: 10 to 36 miles, intermediate terrain. Cycle in Wyoming through the beautiful buttes and red sandstone cliffs up to Devils Tower National Monument. Options include a morning shuttle to Aladin or Hulett for a ride to Devils Tower and an afternoon shuttle to Deadwood. Options to see local attractions. Dinner is on your own. DAY 5: 35 to 50 miles, easier terrain. Ride the Mickelson Trail, one of the premiere rail-to-trails in the U.S. on the path of the old Black Hills Railroad line. Cycle from Deadwood — a town known for its gold rush history — to the ghost town of Mystic. Enjoy bridges and
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tunnels that run through one of the most beautiful areas of the Black Hills. Dinner is at Alpine Inn.
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DAY 6: 16 to 20 miles, easier terrain. Your final day of cycling features a section of the Mickelson Trail from Hill City to Custer — where you will find the decorative painted buffalo statues. Visit the Crazy Horse Memorial. In the afternoon, we offer a shuttle back to downtown Rapid City, SD, and say farewell for your travels home.
PRICE: $2,895
Shuttles to/from the rides, 5 nights’ lodging, 5 breakfasts, 4 dinners (you are on your own for 1 dinner in Deadwood), 4 lunches, leaders, van support, detailed maps and directions. Plus, the use of a bicycle, helmet, and bike lights. Airfare not included.
Per person double occupancy. Solo traveler: Pvt. room add $600
TEXAS – HILL COUNTRY The Texas Hill Country is a fantastic late fall and early spring biking destination with scenic roads, great food and high-quality inns. Not far from the buzz of Austin, these rolling hills are full of quiet roads, lovely rivers and the historic legacy of President Lyndon B. Johnson (LBJ).
ITINERARY DAY 1: 14 or 26 miles, easier terrain. Meet at 10:30 a.m. near the Austin airport or at 12:30 at Barons Creekside in Fredericksburg — then have a welcome lunch and bike fitting. Ride through Fredericksburg
and out into the Hill Country, then settle into your cabin at Barons. Enjoy dinner in town and explore Fredericksburg. DAY 2: 24 or 41 miles, easier terrain. Ride 17 miles to Lyndon B. Johnson’s historic ranch. Cross over the Pedernales River into the ranch, and step back in time and see how the ranch was transformed into the “Texas White House” when dignitaries visited. Enjoy a picnic lunch, and cycle a quiet, scenic loop through the ranch. Bike back or van back to the inn. Dinner is at The Club at Barons Creekside and includes a wine tasting. DAY 3: 26 or 51 miles, easier terrain. Ride quiet backroads to
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TOUR AT A GLANCE Start/End: Austin, near airport 6 Days Level: Easier to Intermediate Biking miles: 13 to 67/day (Options and van support available)
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March 22-27 March 29-April 3 April 5-10 April 12-17 November 1-6 November 8-13 November 15-20
GUESTS SAY ... “From having the best guides to finding the best routes & food ... truly amazing.” — Julie N.
REST AND RELAX: Barons Creekside, Fredricksburg — Enjoy the unique lodging options and welcoming bistro at this romantic inn outside town. Unwind at the bar or enjoy a sunset on the terrace. Hosts Daniel and Deborah make you feel right at home. The log cabins on the property were constructed from wood salvaged from a 250-year-old Swiss farmhouse. There’s even a covered wagon turned into a cozy rooming option.
Alamo Springs and Old Tunnel State Park. Take a short hike and enjoy lunch at the Alamo Springs Café. Roll along Grape Creek to Luckenbach, where you can hear daily music and explore the iconic “ghost town.” Finish with smooth back roads all the way to Barons Creekside. Shorter mileage options available. Dinner is at Otto’s in Fredericksburg. DAY 4: 15 to 40 miles, easier terrain. Spend the morning in Fredericksburg and visit the National Museum of the Pacific War, the Pioneer Museum, the Texas Ranger Heritage Center or just stroll through the shops in town. After lunch at Barons Creekside, ride west of town and then back along Pecan Creek Road — a highlight of the day. Dinner is on your own in Fredericksburg. DAY 5: 20 to 50 miles, easier or intermediate terrain. Ride to Enchanted Rock State Park, home of the largest pink granite dome in the U.S. Or van to the state park and spend the morning hiking and exploring there. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the park and transfer to the
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start of the Willow City Loop, a spectacularly scenic winding road. Take quiet roads back into Fredericksburg. Our farewell dinner features Texas BBQ, followed by live music at The Club at Barons. DAY 6: 14 to 24 miles, easier terrain. Do a loop east of
Fredericksburg, looking for last sightings of longhorns, llamas, Herefords or Quarter Horses. Return to the inn for showers, and shuttle to a final lunch together. If needed, a shuttle will return you to Austin, and you arrive at the Austin airport area by 3 p.m., so please plan flights departing after 6 p.m.
INCLUDES: Park entrance fees, 5 nights’ lodging, 4 dinners, 5 breakfasts, 5 lunches, all gratuities for accommodations and meals, detailed maps and directions, experienced guides, full van support — plus a road, hybrid or e-bike and helmet. Transfer from/to hotel that has airport shuttle. Airfare not included.
PRICE: $2,895 Per person double occupancy. Solo traveler: Pvt. room add $600
VERMONT – LAKE CHAMPLAIN ISLANDS Every day on this tour includes leisurely lakeside cycling and awe-inspiring views of Lake Champlain. Follow the fun Burlington Bike Path, take the bike ferry, sample wines at Snow Farm Vineyard and enjoy guided kayaking and a craft beer tasting. Fall in love with this lovely historic region.
ITINERARY DAY 1: Arrival day. If you arrive early, relax and enjoy the beautiful college town of Burlington, including the Church Street Marketplace, Waterfront Park, Echo Lake
Aquarium, Frog Hollow Craft Center and Lake Champlain Chocolates. Meet your leaders at 7 p.m. for dinner. DAY 2: 28, 34 or 44 miles, easier to intermediate terrain. Ride quiet roads south, with great views of the Adirondack Mountains, to Charlotte. Stock up on gifts at the Old Brick Store before we take the 20-minute ferry to historic Essex, NY. Enjoy the antique shop, potter and ice cream store or ride a 6-mile loop with great views. Lunch or picnic is in Essex. Return to Vermont for more cycling, a wine tasting, a craft beer tasting, then dinner on your own in Burlington.
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TOUR AT A GLANCE Start/End: Burlington, Vermont 6 Days Level: Easier to Intermediate Biking miles: 20 to 46/day (Options and van support available)
DATES June 14-19 July 12-17 August 16-21 August 30-September 4 September 20-25 October 4-9 October 9-14
GUESTS SAY ... “All was very, very enjoyable.” — Linda S.
REST AND RELAX: Hotel Vermont, Burlington, VT — enjoy this fabulous award-winning new hotel just steps from Lake Champlain and the vibrant nightlife of Church Street. North Hero House, North Hero, VT — this historic, beautifully restored country inn has been welcoming guests since 1891, when they arrived by paddle wheel steamer.
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DAY 4: 25 or 46 miles, easier terrain. Enjoy a pleasant ride north to Alburg and head even further north for an optional ride into Canada (bring your passport), with a visit to Fromagerie Kaiser, a boutique cheese and bread shop that’s a great place for a picnic lunch. Cycle back across the border into the U.S. and visit Alburg Dunes State Park before riding a few miles back to North Hero for dinner.
DAY 5: 20 or 25 miles, easier terrain. Explore historic Isle La Motte, the site of Fort Saint Anne, built by the French in 1666 — the first white settlement in Vermont. Visit Saint Anne’s Shrine with a chapel, historic markers, and scenic walkways. Catch sight of the Adirondacks in the distance as you hug the island’s shore. Opt for a visit to the Fisk Farm and Quarry Preserve where there are outcroppings of the Chazy Fossil Reef, the world’s oldest coral reef. Return to North Hero for a guided kayak tour and then dinner.
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DAY 3: 33 miles, easier terrain. Cycle the beautiful Burlington Waterfront Bike Path linking waterfront parks, across the Winooski River on a bike/pedestrian bridge and out along a causeway into gorgeous Lake Champlain. From here a seasonal ferry takes you and your bicycle just a few hundred feet across a gap in the causeway to Grand Isle and the Champlain Islands. Consider lunch at the Accidental Farmer while visiting the Allenholm Farmstand. Continue across a drawbridge to North Hero, where we are welcomed at the North Hero House for dinner.
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INCLUDES: Guided kayaking, beer tasting, 5 nights’ lodging, 5 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 4 dinners (on your own for dinner 1 night in Burlington), optional ride into Canada, bicycle and helmet, transfers from/to Burlington International Airport. Airfare not included.
PRICE: $2,395 Per person double occupancy. Solo traveler: Pvt. room add $600
VERMONT – WOODSTOCK & UPPER VALLEY The Upper Valley region of Vermont and New Hampshire is a mecca for bicycling along three scenic rivers: the Connecticut, White and Ottauquechee. Enjoy vistas of farms, small towns and wooden bridges along the way. This new tour connects some of the best area rides with stays at three splendid inns.
ITINERARY DAY 1: 15 miles, easier terrain. Meet in Lyme, New Hampshire, at our first inn — the Lyme Inn — at 2 p.m. on Sunday. Meet the group and take a short shakeout ride along the
Connecticut River. You’ll get familiar with the slower pace and gorgeous views along the local back roads. DAY 2: 32 or 40 miles, easier terrain. The second day of riding features a loop up the Connecticut River Valley and back along lovely lakes and rivers on the Vermont side. Roll through farms and fields to Piermont, New Hampshire, where we cross the Connecticut and stop at the iconic Farm-Way store. Continue along Lake Morey and enjoy a picnic lunch. Cross back over the Connecticut, with an optional loop around Lake Fairlee.
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TOUR AT A GLANCE Start/End: Lyme, New Hampshire 6 Days Level: Easier to Intermediate Biking miles: 15 to 48/day (Options and van support available)
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June 28-July 3 July 26-31 August 23-28 September 27-October 2
GUESTS SAY ... “This year’s tour is even better with beautiful revised routes and a new inn.” — Scott C., tour designer
REST AND RELAX: Enjoy historic inns that showcase Vermont’s scenery and warm hospitality. Lyme Inn, Lyme, NH — enjoy historic elegance and contemporary luxury. Norwich Inn, Norwich, VT — this historic Victorian inn welcomes you with cozy rooms. On the River Inn, Woodstock, VT — comfy rooms with beautiful views, plus a sauna and pool.
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DAY 4: 30 miles, easier to intermediate terrain. Leaving Norwich, you roll along the White River and then cross over the hills to the Quechee Gorge. Enjoy the breathtaking view of this channel and plunging falls forged into the rock by glaciers and the Ottauquechee River. Stop for lunch at the famous Simon Pearce restaurant. Don’t miss the glass blowing demonstration, and shop for fine glass in this historic mill building powered by the action of the nearby waterway. From there,
Woodstock through Prosper Valley up to Barnard. Cycle past the Billings Farm and Museum and over the Appalachian Trail (the iconic hiking trail that leads from Georgia to Maine). Then climb through scenic farms and descend to Silver Lake. Ride the ridge out North Road, with views of the Green Mountains. Drop into the White River valley and back to Barnard. Have lunch at the Barnard General Store and head back on the long descent to Woodstock.
DAY 6: 12 or 20 miles, intermediate terrain. Ride out of Woodstock to South Pomfret and visit another great New England general store (Teago). From there, you have two optional out-and-backs through the countryside and a gentle 5-mile ride back to the inn for showers and farewells.
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INCLUDES: 5 nights’ lodging, 4 dinners (one night on your own), 5 breakfasts, 2 lunches, bicycle and helmet, expert leaders, van support, detailed notes and directions. Airfare not included.
PRICE: $2,695 Per person double occupancy. Solo traveler: Pvt. room add $700
CHILE – LAKES & VOLCANOES Discover some of the most outstanding cycling in South America in the gorgeous Lakes and Volcanoes District of southern Chile. Ride high-quality roads along sparkling lakes and idyllic meadows — with the dramatic backdrop of snow-covered volcanic peaks. Stay in fine inns & nature reserves. The tap water is safe and the people are welcoming.
ITINERARY DAY 1: 28, 41 or 53 miles, easier to intermediate terrain. Meet in Puerto Varas and take an astounding ride along Lake Llanquihue with views
of the snowy Osorno Volcano as you cycle to Ensenada for lunch. Pedal or van into a national park and to Petruehue Falls. Add an optional 13 miles through the park to our hotel in Las Cascadas. Our welcome dinner is at the hotel. DAY 2: 22 or 40 miles, easier to intermediate terrain. After breakfast, bike from your hotel alongside Lake Llanquihue. Travel by villages and vistas of four neighboring volcanoes. Stop in Puerto Octay for lunch. Cycle to Frutillar, one of the most picturesque villages in southern Chile. Shuttle to your hotel and spa on Lago Ranco, on 25,000-acres of private conservation land.
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TOUR AT A GLANCE Start/End: Puerto Varas/Temuco, Chile 8 Days Level: Intermediate with advanced options Biking miles: 22 to 53/day (Options and van support available)
DATES
January 19-26 November 21-28 December 1-8 January 5-11, 2021 January 15-22, 2021
GUESTS SAY ... “An exotic but safe place with incredible biking and views.” — Scott C., tour designer
REST AND RELAX: These fine inns are chosen for their unique locations.
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Lodge Las Cascadas, Cascadas — a small boutique hotel on the lake shore. Parque Futangue, Riñinahue — lovely inn with nature preserve, spa and expert cuisine. Notofagus, Huilo Huilo — whimsical hotel in a biological reserve with trails. Casa Solaria, Pucón — fine inn with great service and easy walking to shops.
DAY 4: 28 or 40 miles, easier terrain. Shuttle to ride a gorgeous section along Lake Panguipulli with beautiful views of snow-capped volcanoes. Pedal to the village of Choshuenco for lunch. Bike 14 miles or ride the van to the Nothofagus Hotel, where we dine together. DAY 5: 25-mile option, intermediate terrain. Explore the magnificent Huilo Huilo Biological Reserve. Choose an included hike or groups of 4 or more can arrange to do zipline, rafting and more. Visit waterfalls and have lunch at a local microbrewery. Or opt for a 25-mile bike ride. Dinner is at the hotel. DAY 6: 32 or 50 miles, easier terrain. Cycle toward Lake
Calafquén. Stop for lunch and have the option to ride to Coñaripe. Then hop in the van for 90-minutes to Pucón. Look for the snowy and steaming Villarrica Volcano. Choose from several great options for dinner on your own. DAY 7: 28 or 41 miles, easier to advanced terrain. Cycle toward Curarrehue near the Argentina border. Enjoy views of three volcanoes. After the lunch stop at a local restaurant, climb steeply for 8 miles on a good road surface. Or shuttle to the calmer section. Ride or shuttle to Pucón for our farewell dinner together. DAY 8: Departure Day/Hike. Shuttle 30 minutes to take a lovely 4- to 5-mile hike on the flanks of the Villarrica Volcano. Hiking poles are provided if desired. Shuttle back to the hotel to shower. Enjoy a box lunch as we drive you two hours to the Temuco Airport for departure flights. Or contact us about options to tour Patagonia for 4 or 5 days.
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DAY 3: 32 or 40 miles, easier to advanced terrain. Ride along Lago Ranco surrounded by stunning mountains and green fields. Cycle to Futrono — with optional advanced hills. Or van to the next rolling section. Shuttle back to the hotel for several outdoor adventure (or spa) options.
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Bi-lingual guides, van support and driver, 7 nights’ accommodations, 7 breakfasts, 8 lunches, 6 dinners (1 dinner on your own in Pucón), bicycle and helmet, shuttles between hotels and from last hotel to Temuco Airport. All gratuities for hotels and meals. Detailed maps and itineraries. Lunch drinks included. Dinner drinks on your own. Airfare not included.
PRICE: $4,795
Per person double occupancy Solo traveler: Pvt. room add $1,100
DENMARK – TRAILS, CASTLES & CULTURE Denmark is the most bicycle-friendly country in the world. Enjoy the oldworld charm of upbeat cities like Copenhagen, magical castles and Viking lore. Take a day trip to Sweden and savor landscapes filled with rolling hills, thatched-roof farmhouses, beech forests and vistas of the Baltic Sea.
ITINERARY DAY 1: Arrival day. Enjoy a professionally-guided walking tour of Copenhagen and learn about its colorful history and why today it’s a
hub of design, a place for foodies and a land of fairy tales.
TOUR AT A GLANCE Start/End: Copenhagen, Denmark 8 Days Level: Easier Biking miles: 12 to 76/day (Options and van support available)
DAY 2: 12 miles, easier terrain. Experience Copenhagen the way the locals do … by bike. Visit iconic Tivoli Gardens, two palaces, the Little Mermaid and more. Tour a local brewery and have a beer tasting.
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DAY 3: 33 miles, easier terrain. Leaving Copenhagen, ride mostly bike paths through the countryside to Dyrehaven, with its lush forests and pristine lakes. Then ride to Rungstedlund, where Karen Blixen wrote Out of Africa. You have the option to visit the nearby Louisiana
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“… organization was beyond our expectation. The guides were outstanding.” — Tommie & Roger M.
REST AND RELAX: Comfortable inns in top locations. Carlton 66, Copenhagen — this cozy inn styles itself as warm, bohemian and urban. Comwell Hotel, Snekkersten — enjoy this tasteful mix of manor houses and modern buildings. Hotel Hillerød, Hillerød — a welcoming inn featuring modern Danish design. Zleep Hotel, Roskilde — this hotel has a 300-year history and beautiful rococo touches.
MORE TOUR DETAILS Museum of Modern Art. End your day in an area known as Denmark’s “Riviera.” DAY 4: 36 miles, easier terrain. Take the 20-minute ferry to Helsingborg, Sweden. Ride through the beautiful countryside to your lunch spot at a ceramic factory established in 1864. After lunch and a look at the pottery, stop by a prehistoric dolmen and a rocky area where ancient tools were sharpened in past ages. Then explore Helsingborg on your way back to the ferry. DAY 5: 38 or 49 miles, easier terrain. Visit the magnificent Kronberg Castle, claimed to be the setting for Shakespeare’s “Hamlet.” Then bike along the coast to Gilleleje, with many preserved thatched houses. Cycle on toward the beaches of Tisvilde before ending in Hillerod. Visit Frederiksborg Castle, known as the “Danish Versailles.” DAY 6: 33 or 37 miles, easier terrain. Ride to the market town of
Frederickssund and along the shores of the fjord to the historic former Viking stronghold of Roskilde. Visit their famous Viking Ship Museum, with remains of five original 11thcentury Viking vessels. Also here is a museum where you can watch island craftspeople build replica Viking ships and houses. Visit Roskilde Cathedral with the ornate crypts of every Danish king and queen since 1500. DAY 7: 40 miles, easier terrain. Ride west to visit the huge Lejre Land of Legends, a stunningly beautiful open-air museum that features structures and active workshops from the Iron, Stone, and Viking Ages. Then take bike paths and quiet lanes to the beaches along the Baltic Sea and then into Copenhagen, where you can explore before enjoying our farewell dinner. DAY 8: Departure day. After breakfast, your guides will help arrange for your departure, just a short train trip or taxi-ride away.
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INCLUDES: Copenhagen walking tour, transfers during the tour, 7 nights’ lodging, 7 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 5 dinners (you are on your own for dinner 2 nights), beer tasting, ferry to Sweden, gratuities for inns and meals, maps, guides, van support, bicycle and helmet. Airfare not included.
PRICE: $3,995
Per person double occupancy Solo traveler: Pvt. room add $800
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ENGLAND – COTSWOLDS & STONEHENGE Join us for an insider’s tour of the beautiful Cotswolds region of England. This gorgeous area west of London is known for its quaint villages, Roman ruins and prehistoric stone circles. Cycle a quiet canal path and local byways and see rural England, Windsor Castle and stately Bath.
ITINERARY DAY 1: Arrival day. 10 to 24 miles, easier terrain. Meet at London’s Paddington Station. Transfer for warm-up biking and a visit to
Windsor Castle — home to the Queen and the royal family for over 900 years. Van or ride to the Dundas Arms, a lovely inn with a welcoming pub and fine dining. DAY 2: 20 to 40 miles, easier to intermediate terrain. Take the bike path from the inn along the 200-year-old Kennet & Avon Canal. See fascinating canal boats and villages. Cycle onto quiet roads with more scenery. Visit Avebury, a stone circle site from 2200 B.C., which includes England’s largest stone circle. Transfer to the Dundas Arms for dinner and a well-deserved rest. If schedules allow, take a side trip
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TOUR AT A GLANCE Start/End: Paddington Station/ Kemble Station 6 Days Level: Easier to Intermediate (Advanced options) Biking miles: 10 to 40/day (Options and van support available)
DATES June 7-12 July 19-24 August 30-September 4
GUESTS SAY ... “This is England at its best with beautiful views around every corner.” — Scott C., tour designer
REST AND RELAX: Relish the welcoming hospitality in three fine historic inns with modern amenities. Dundas Arms, Berkshire — a luxurious country retreat and pub. Francis Hotel, Bath — an elegant 17th century inn on Queen Square. Hare and Hounds, Tetbury — a stylish country house and gardens.
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to Highclere Castle where Downton Abbey was filmed. DAY 3: 22 to 32 miles, easier terrain. After breakfast, transfer to see Stonehenge. Stop for coffee, then van to Devizes to bike down the Kennet & Avon Canal. Marvel at the canal that travels over a hill thanks to 16 locks. Have lunch at a canalside pub. Then pedal right into the heart of the stunning city of Bath — complete with Roman baths, a Jane Austen museum and sumptuous homes. Or add an optional loop around Bath. DAY 4: 25 to 32 miles, easier
to intermediate terrain (optional advanced hill). After breakfast, tour
the famous Roman Baths — with thermal springs used since Celtic times. Then bike out of Bath for 22 miles into gentle rolling hills. Enjoy a coffee stop at the Salutation Inn and a suggested lunch in Tetbury. Take an optional 10-mile loop around Prince Charles’s home town of Tetbury. Dine together at the Cat and Custard Pot. DAY 5: 30 to 40 miles, easier to intermediate terrain. Transfer to Burford for 40 miles of cycling (or
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start at Bibury for 30 miles) and see the wonderful Cotswold villages, thatched roofs, and England nearly as it was 300+ years ago. Stop in Bibury for coffee — a village so pretty that Henry Ford wanted to take it back to America. Enjoy lunch in Sapperton. Then bike on to the Hare & Hounds for our celebratory dinner together. DAY 6: 21 miles, easier terrain. After breakfast, we transfer you to Kemble Station to take a train back to London and the airports. Taxis can also be organized to Bath or other locations.
INCLUDES: 5 nights’ lodging, 5 breakfasts, 4 dinners (on your own for dinner 1 night in Bath), transfers from Paddington and to Kemble Station, leaders, van support, bicycle and helmet. Lunches, alcohol and airfare not included.
PRICE: $4,295 Per person double occupancy Solo traveler: Pvt. room add $900
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ENGLAND – DEVON & CORNWALL Experience some of the most appealing quiet cycling in England when you join us for our Devon & Cornwall tour. Cycle protected rail trails around the stunning Dartmoor National Park in Devon, and then visit the idyllic villages and wild coastlines of the north and south coast of Cornwall.
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by van to Lydford, for lunch. Cycle the Granite Trail to Okehampton — with great views. Next, cycle onto Dartmoor itself. Then transfer to Chagford for dinner and a two-night stay. Extra miles and a hike to a stone circle are options. DAY 2: 28 to 34 miles, intermediate terrain. Ride the wonderful gentle hills of central Devon. Cycle to Bovey Tracey for lunch. Tackle a challenging hill (or skip it with a van ride) and head toward Haytor. See wild ponies and the gorgeous scenery. Take an optional walk up to Haytor and then bike back to Chagford for dinner. Avid riders can ask for added miles.
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TOUR AT A GLANCE Start/End: Exeter St. David’s/ Bodmin Parkway 6 Days Level: Easier to Intermediate with Advanced Options Biking miles: 20 to 40/day (Options and van support available)
DATES June 14-19 September 6-11 September 13-18
GUESTS SAY ... “Experience England’s lovely southwest coast, seafood and rail trails.” — Scott C., tour designer
REST AND RELAX: Relax after your rides and enjoy these English country retreats. Three Crowns, Chagford — step back in time at this historic inn partly covered with a thatched roof. The Plume of Feathers, Newquay — from the low oak beams to the stylish rooms, you’ll love this classy inn. Port Gaverne Hotel, Port Isaac — enjoy this boutique hotel located in a peaceful cove on the rugged coast.
DAY 4: 34 miles, easier to intermediate terrain. Enjoy a hearty breakfast, then cycle from our inn to the lovely seaside town of St. Ives. Legend has it that this popular vacation destination was where the Irish Saint Ia of Cornwall (Saint Ives in English) arrived in the 5th century. Explore the shops, galleries, beach and restaurants or an outpost of London’s famous Tate Museum of modern art. Transfer to Mevagissey for a seafood dinner at the Kings Arms.
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DAY 3: 32 to 40 miles, easier to intermediate terrain. After a delicious breakfast, transfer one hour to Cornwall and bike from Bodmin Parkway to St. Austell and into the charming seaside town of Mevagissey — with several good options for coffee shops and lunch. Be sure to try a Cornish “pasty,” which was the classic meal for the local copper miners. It’s a flaky pastry crust filled with delicious savory treats, like cheese or stew. Make an optional stop at the Lost Gardens of Heligan, a restored garden estate rescued from destruction. Continue cycling to our inn, the Plume of Feathers. Dinner is on your own at the inn.
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DAY 5: 18 or 28 miles, easier terrain. Transfer 45 minutes to Bodmin to ride the enticing Camel Trail, another famous rail trail, to the lovely town of Padstow — reportedly the home of the best fish and chips in the world. After a short ferry ride from Padstow, you have the option to ride 10 miles to the Port Gaverne Hotel near Port Isaac. Keep an eye out for sites where they filmed scenes from the popular TV series Doc Martin. Our farewell dinner is at the inn, right on the seafront. DAY 6: Departure Day. After breakfast, we transfer you to Bodmin Parkway Train Station, where we say farewell for your travels back to London or elsewhere.
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PRICE: $4,495 Per person double occupancy Solo traveler: Pvt. room add $950
FRANCE – PROVENCE Enjoy landscapes painted by Van Gogh and Cézanne while savoring delicious food and wine. Ride through beautiful towns, rolling hills filled with poppies and wildflowers, and groves of classic olive trees. Canoe under the Pont du Gard, ride horses in the Camargue or just relax by the sea.
ITINERARY DAY 1: Arrival day. Our free shuttle from the train station in Nîmes leaves at 1:30 p.m. Or meet at 3 p.m. at the hotel for a bike fitting and short ride. Explore Aigue-Mortes, a famous
medieval town. Dinner is together. DAY 2: Walking tour. Take a guided walking tour of Nîmes with its amazing Roman treasures. Meet for dinner. DAY 3: 22 miles, easier terrain. Take a pleasant ride to the sea. After a delightful lunch in Ste.-Mariesde-la-Mer, either relax on the sandy beach or ride iconic white horses in the Camargue. DAY 4: 25 miles, easier terrain. Bike through the rolling hills to Arles. Then enjoy a guided walking tour of spots you’ve seen in Van Gogh paintings and the famous Roman arena.
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TOUR AT A GLANCE Start/End: Nîmes/Avignon, France 11 Days Level: Easier to Intermediate Biking miles: 22 to 35/day (Options and van support available)
DATES May 9-19
GUESTS SAY ... ”Too many favorite moments to list ... each day had its surprises and fun.” — Marcia B.
REST AND RELAX: Villa Mazarin, Aigue-Mortes — in this 12th-century walled town. Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer — new hotel is planned here. Hôtel le Calendal or Hôtel du Cloître — one of these in Arles. Mas de Carassins or Hotel Castel Alpiles — one of these in St. Rémy. L’Hostellerie Provençale, Uzès — a charming location. Cloître Saint Louis, Avignon — 15th-century hotel in the old city.
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DAY 5: 25 miles, easier to intermediate terrain. Bike low hills and pass by fields, orchards and pine forests. Visit Baux, a gorgeous fortified hilltop town with a castle. Cycle to Saint Rémy, an artists’ haven.
DAY 9: 21 miles, easier terrain. Take a gorgeous loop ride to Gordes, one of the prettiest villages in Provence with its castle and iconic red tile roofed houses along the
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DAY 8: Exploration. After a leisurely breakfast, stroll through the morning markets of Avignon, and then shuttle 50 minutes to Roussillon — an artists’ mecca with lovely shops.
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DAY 6: 33 miles, easier to intermediate terrain. Bike to the Pont du Gard and enjoy a canoe ride to view this gigantic Roman aqueduct. Then bike to Uzès, an elegant town with Renaissance architecture.
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DAY 10: 35 miles, intermediate terrain. Ride through the pictureperfect area of Luberon natural park. Enjoy landscapes bathed in a palette of colors. Taste the local Côtes du Ventoux wines, and view the magnificent red cliffs and spiral formations. Have a delicious lunch in Rustrel and a marvelous farewell banquet.
Walking tours of Nîmes and Arles; horseback ride; canoeing; wine tasting; 10 nights’ lodging; 10 breakfasts; 8 dinners (on your own for two nights); entry fees for side trips; bicycle and helmet; bilingual tour guides; van support; maps and directions. Airfare is not included.
DAY 11: Departure Day. After breakfast, we will van you to Gare Avignon train station, from which you can take the TGV fast train to Paris, or start further exploration of France on your own.
PRICE: $4,495 Per person double occupancy Solo traveler: Pvt. room add $900
GERMANY/LUX/FR – MOSELLE RIVER Join us for our very first bike and barge tour! Unpack your suitcase once when you stay on a specially designed canal barge for 7 nights. Cruise from Germany, through Luxembourg to France. Each day, you set off on your bike to enjoy the history, culture and cuisine of the heart of Europe.
ITINERARY DAY 1: Arrival Day. Meet your leader and crew on your private canal barge for a welcome drink and an introduction to the week ahead.
After dinner, walk through the town of Cochem with its medieval fortress and timber-framed houses. DAY 2: 16 or 30 miles, easier terrain. Cruise to Beilstein and visit the Black Madonna, a famous relic in a chapel overlooking the valley. Bike upstream along the Mosel (German for Moselle) and through famous wine regions to Traben-Trarbach. Cruise to picturesque BernkastelKues. DAY 3: up to 28 miles, easier terrain. Shuttle 45 minutes to Duan to cycle an exciting rail trail through tunnels, over bridges and along small lakes formed in volcanic craters. Take
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TOUR AT A GLANCE Start/End: Cochem, Germany/ Metz, France (or vice versa)* 8 Days Level: Easier Biking miles: 16 to 35/day (Options and van support available)
DATES July 11-18 *(Metz to Cochem) July 18-25 (Cochem to Metz)
GUESTS SAY ... “This is the FIRST bike tour (or any preplanned tour) that I have opted to take. What a great experience it was.” — Lee N.
REST AND RELAX: If you’ve never done a barge tour before, you’re in for a real treat. Enjoy breakfast and most dinners on board — no hassles to find a restaurant, and excellent food will fuel your cycling. Take off on your daily adventures knowing your comfortable cabin will be waiting for you each evening. Then unwind and relish spectacular river views while you enjoy a threecourse dinner.
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DAY 8: Departure Day. After breakfast your official tour ends, and we offer a transfer to Metz train station (or from the Metz station on the opposite itinerary). Or stay and explore Metz, with one of the most lovely gothic cathedrals in France. Then we bid you farewell for your connections to travel home.
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DAY 5: 18 miles, easier terrain. Follow the beautiful Saar River valley to Saarburg, where there’s a 60-foot high waterfall and waterpowered mill. The castle here was built in the 10th century. After dinner, explore the town on foot. Enjoy the older houses, many built in the 17th and 18th centuries.
DAY 7: 18 miles, easier terrain. Cycle through the Moselle valley across the German-French border and by the castle at Sierck-lesBain, a hilltop castle from the 11th century. Then cycle to Thionville, a historic fortified town with a classic city center and 13th century château built by the counts of Luxembourg. Around lunchtime, join the barge and cruise to Metz, a medieval city known for its sandstone buildings.
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DAY 4: up to 34 miles, easier terrain. Cruise through the gorgeous wine region of Piesport and Trittenheim with several biking options. Board the barge in Schweich to cruise to Trier, the oldest city in Germany, said to be founded in 15 B.C. Don’t miss the city gate from Roman times and beautiful churches, a cathedral and a rococo palace. Dinner is on your own in Trier, where we will suggest several great options.
and Luxembourg. Cycle along the famous Wine Road, known for Reislings and Cremant wines. Choose from various biking options and consider a visit to a museum in Nennig to view Europe’s largest Roman mosaic floor.
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INCLUDES: Lodging for 7 nights on the barge, 7 breakfasts, 6 three-course dinners, free glass of wine or beer with dinner, coffee & tea, 2 wine tastings, bus transfer to Daun, entrance to castle at Cochem, bicycle, helmet, tour guides, free wifi, daily cleaning & linens. Pack a sandwich or buy lunch. Airfare and crew tips not included.
PRICE: $3,695
Per person double occupancy. Solo traveler: Pvt. room add $1,200
IRELAND – COUNTY CLARE, CONNEMARA* Ireland’s west has a network of winding roads through fishing villages, past thatched-roof cottages and by the ocean — with views of magical, mistcovered mountains. Enjoy a medieval castle, Stone Age ruins, lively Irish music and warm hospitality. *(For more hiking options see Westport itinerary on our website.)
ITINERARY DAY 1: 11 miles, easier terrain. Arrive at Shannon Airport. Discovery Bicycle Tours provides transport to Gregans Castle Hotel.
After lunch, there’s a bike fitting with safety instructions and an afternoon warm-up ride. Cycle country lanes through the Burren. Visit a tower house castle and have a chance for a pint and some traditional music at a pub. DAY 2: 24 miles, easier to intermediate terrain. Ride country roads to where you can walk along the spectacular Cliffs of Moher. Then have lunch in Doolin — Ireland’s music capital — followed by a spectacular oceanside ride along the Coast Road to Ballyvaughan. Local guide Shane Connolly leads a nature walk through the Burren.
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TOUR AT A GLANCE Start/End: Shannon, Ireland 7 Days Level: Easier to Intermediate Biking miles: 11 to 39/day (Options and van support available)
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June 7-13 June 14-20* June 21-27 August 21-27* August 31-September 6* *These dates have the Westport itinerary with more hiking options.
GUESTS SAY ... “It is so nice to go on a vacation and have everything so well planned.” — Mary Ellen P.
REST AND RELAX: You are treated to three of the finest small hotels in Ireland: Rosleague Manor, Letterfrack — secluded lodging on a quiet bay Quay House, Clifden — restored 1820s Harbour Master’s home Gregans Castle, Ballyvaughan — an 18th century manor or *Plaza Hotel, Westport — alternate on Westport dates
MORE TOUR DETAILS DAY 3: 10, 14 or 18 miles, easier terrain. Pass Celtic Iron Age forts and an ancient dolmen on the way to Galway Bay. Enjoy a hot chocolate at the enticing Hazel Mountain Chocolate Factory before cycling the Flaggy Shore. After lunch at Linnane’s Lobster Bar, transfer to Clifden. *(Westport itinerary skips the Day 2 and 3 rides and adds two hike options — including a hike up Croagh Patrick — plus cycling the Western Greenway.) DAY 4: 23 miles, easier to intermediate terrain. Ride through peat bogs and past fishing weirs to Roundstone, a lovely fishing village with excellent local pottery and jewelry — and the workshop where Malachy Kearns makes his worldfamous Bodhram. Enjoy more music this evening. DAY 5: 27 miles, easier terrain. Ride along the famous Sky Road, past Clifden Castle and around a peninsula, toward the town of Cleggan as we make our way to Letterfrack. Arrive at the utterly
regal Rosleague Manor Hotel, a gorgeous estate house tucked into a quiet woodland overlooking the bays at the foot of the Twelve Bens, Connemara’s majestic mountain range. Relax in the inn’s pub before dinner and enjoy this hidden gem of Ireland. DAY 6: 32 or 39 miles, easier to intermediate terrain. Ride along
Killary Harbor and in the valleys of the Maamturk Mountains for expansive views as well as getting up-close-and-personal with plentiful sheep. Visit the beautiful Benedictine Kylemore Abbey with their award-winning restaurant and stunning walled Victorian garden.
DAY 7: Travel day. After an early breakfast, Discovery Bicycle Tours will transport you back to Shannon Airport around noon or Galway for further travel by train or bus. Please book air travel that requires arrival at the airport after noon.
INCLUDES: Guided tour of the Burren, trip to Kylemore Abbey, most entry fees, 6 nights’ lodging, 6 breakfasts, 5 dinners (on your own for 1 dinner), 1 lunch, bicycle, helmet, transfer from/to Shannon International Airport. Airfare not included.
PRICE: $3,595 Per person double occupancy. Solo traveler: Pvt. room add $500
ITALY – DOLOMITES TO VENICE This trip of a lifetime takes you from the Dolomite Mountains, across the Austrian border, back into Italy and then downhill to the sea. See lovely vineyards, classic medieval villages and historic sites. Plus, taste the delicious foods and wines of northern Italy. End with a fabulous tour of Venice.
ITINERARY DAY 1: 6 miles, easier terrain. Meet at the Bolzano train station at 2 p.m., and we transfer you to your hotel. Take a short ride on the San Candido-
Dobbiaco Loop. Enjoy a welcome dinner and amazing pastries. DAY 2: 27 miles, easier terrain. Bike a popular cycling path downhill to Lienz. Enjoy the shops, Bruck Castle and museum, and relaxing in the main square. Ride or train back to San Candido. DAY 3: 22 or 34 miles, easier to intermediate terrain. Take the Drava Bike Path toward Dobbiaco with mountain scenery. Climb steadily up the Passo di Cimabanche, then descend with gorgeous views. Bike through tunnels and over viaducts to Cortina d’Ampezzo. Explore the town or take an optional ride to Refugio Locatelli.
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TOUR AT A GLANCE Start/End: San Candido/Venice Lido 10 Days Level: Easier to Intermediate Biking miles: 6 to 52/day (Options and van support available)
DATES September 7-16 September 14-23 September 21-30
GUESTS SAY ... “This was our first Discovery tour. We loved how it was set up and how wonderful the leaders were. This will not be our only tour with Discovery.” — Tom and Cindy M.
REST AND RELAX: Sporthotel Tyrol, San Candido — elegant with great views. Hotel Columbia, Cortina — lovely family-run inn. Astor, Belluno — a 4-star hotel. Hotel Vecchio Municipio, Valdobbiadene — vineyard views. Hotel Carlton, Treviso — 4-stars with a great location. Villa Pannonia, Venice Lido — on the famous beach. Lienz San Candido
DAY 4: Exploration Day. Guided hike up to Rifugio Cinque Torri to picnic and see rugged views of the Dolomites. Explore Cortina if you like. Dinner is on your own. DAY 5: 52 miles, easier to intermediate terrain. Leave the d’Ampezzo Valley and follow an old railway path through lovely mountain towns. Visit the family home of the Renaissance artist Titian (Tiziano Vecellio), then take another bike path across the famous Ponte degli Alpini and into Belluno. DAY 6: 39 miles, easier terrain. Bike through Bellunesi Dolomite National Park along rolling hills. Stop at the bicycle museum in Cesiomaggiore, and ride by castles and ancient churches. Marvel at the terraced vineyards. End the day with a Prosecco wine tasting and dinner at a local farm house. DAY 7: 37 miles, easier terrain. Visit the charming medieval village of Asolo. Make a short climb up to Monte Ricco, a fortress with spectacular views. Bike to Villa
di Maser, one of architect Andrea Palladio’s masterpieces. Tour the villa and have a light lunch. Follow a bike path to lovely Treviso. DAY 8: Guided Tour of Venice. After breakfast, take a 30-minute train ride to Venice for a walking tour. Stroll and/or take a gondola or vaporetto boat ride. Enjoy the canals and rich cultural heritage. Take an “insider’s tour” of unique places in Venice. Explore and shop on your own. Then take a short ferry to our hotel. DAY 9: 20 miles, easier terrain. Ride through the islands of the Venetian Lagoon. Take a short ferry ride to Pellestrina to visit quaint fishing villages. Some opt to explore more of Venice, others walk the sand dunes at Oasi Dune degli Alberoni before riding back to the hotel. DAY 10: Departure Day. After a leisurely breakfast, we help you get to either train station (Santa Lucia or Miestre) or Marco Polo Airport for your departure.
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INCLUDES: 9 nights’ lodging, 9 breakfasts, 7 dinners (on your own 1 night in Cortina and Venice), train from Lienz to San Candido and Treviso to Venice, multi-pass in Venice, wine tasting, guided hike, tour of Venice, lunch and tour of Villa di Maser, bicycle and helmet, guides, van support. Airfare not included.
PRICE: $4,395 Per person double occupancy. Solo traveler: Pvt. room add $1,100
ITALY – PUGLIA Explore this fantastic region of blue-green coastal waters, white sand beaches, olive trees, green pastures, fields of wheat and Italy’s most beautiful vineyards. Cycle by charming villages, medieval houses, cathedrals and fortresses. Feast on local specialties — including famous pastas and cheeses.
ITINERARY DAY 1: Arrival day. Meet at Bari Airport for a transfer to Matera. Enjoy a guided tour of the town with ancient cave dwellings.
Stroll by the 13th-century Matera Cathedral and the Piazza Vittorio Veneto. DAY 2: 42 miles, easier to intermediate terrain. Cycle on the Murgia Plateau into the idyllic Valle d’Itria with its fields, vineyards and orchards. Visit the castle at Gioia del Colle and arrive at Alberobello. You’ll delight at the magical “trulli” houses. DAY 3: 24 miles, easier to intermediate terrain. Enjoy a loop ride through farmland to the famous Grotte di Castellana. Stop for an optional tour of this
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TOUR AT A GLANCE Start/End: Matera/Lecce, Italy 8 Days Level: Easier to Intermediate Biking miles: 24 to 42/day (Options and van support available)
DATES October 4-11 October 11-18
GUESTS SAY ... “We loved that everything was taken care of for us and very well organized.” — Linda G.
REST AND RELAX: Hotel St. Angelo, Matera — a 5-star resort. Trulli e Puglia, Alberobello — a series of connected “trulli” homes. La Sommita, Ostuni — a 5-star hotel in a 16th-century residence. Hotel L’Approdo, Santa Maria di Leuca — overlooks the harbor. Hotel Papaleo, Otranto — 5-star inn at the historic center of town. Hotel Risorgimento, Lecce — historic inn since the 15th century.
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DAY 4: 26 miles, easier to intermediate terrain. Ride out of the Trulli district toward the Adriatic Sea. Stop in Cisternino and enjoy the historic “old town.” Our lunch-time destination includes a superb olive oil tasting at Antichi Sapori before riding to Ostuni, with its stunning whitewashed houses, ancient ramparts and Gothic cathedral rising above the remains of a Norman castle. DAY 5: 31 miles, easier terrain. Transfer to the fishing village of Gallipoli. Ride a spectacular route along the Ionian Sea by medieval watchtowers and white sand beaches. Reach the very end of the heel of the Italian “boot” at Santa Maria di Leuca. Visit the iconic lighthouse high on a bluff. DAY 6: 25 miles, easier to intermediate terrain. Cycle a remote stretch of Adriatic coastline.
Enjoy dramatic views of rocky cliffs, grottoes and unspoiled scenery. Marvel at a wide array of architecture — from Byzantine to Baroque. Ride to Otranto, once a port for Greeks and Romans. Its castle affords superb views, and the cathedral holds a 12th-century mosaic floor. In the evening, enjoy a local wine and cheese tasting.
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along quiet lanes to Lecce, “the Florence of the South.” Here you find some of the most elegant and fanciful Baroque architecture in Italy. Enjoy a guided tour of the old town with its small squares and twisted streets. Visit the remains of a Roman amphitheater and see the ornate facade of the 16th-century Basilica of Santa Croce.
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INCLUDES: Cooking demonstration, all entry fees, transfers during tour, 7 nights’ lodging, 7 breakfasts, 5 dinners (on your own one night in Ostuni, and we have a late afternoon wine and cheese tasting in Otranto), bicycle and helmet, transfer from Bari International Airport. Airfare not included.
PRICE: $3,795 Per person double occupancy. Solo traveler: Pvt. room add $700
ITALY – TUSCANY Indulge all your senses on our Tuscany tour. Cycle gorgeous rolling countryside and stay in spectacular medieval walled villages. Savor exquisite Italian cooking and hospitality at venues hand-picked for local charm. Challenge yourself on advanced hills or ride up some in the van.
ITINERARY DAY 1: Arrival Day. Walking tour of Florence, known for its art and history. Our guide reveals secrets of the old city and gives you insights on famous locals, like Galileo and the
Medicis. Our tickets let you skip the line and see Michelangelo’s David. Dine together.
TOUR AT A GLANCE Start/End: Florence/Chiusi, Italy 8 Days Level: Intermediate with advanced hills Biking miles: 22 to 34/day
DAY 2: Explore and Transfer. Enjoy more sights and museums of Florence in the morning, and transfer to Siena for a guided walking tour in the afternoon — including her famous cathedral and horse race piazza. Dinner together.
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“This is one of my favorite bike tours. I’ve done it twice and plan to do it again.” — Steve B.
REST AND RELAX: Hotel Cellai, Florence — an easy walk from key sights. Hotel Athena, Siena — a wellappointed inn in a lovely city. Hotel Vecchia Oliviera, Montalcino — a welcoming inn with a pool and spectacular views. Hotel Relai II Chiostro, Pienza — amazing location built around a historic cloister. Fonteverde Natural Spa, San Casciano — luxurious 5-star resort will pamper you.
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palaces and have a wine tasting. Cycle on past the Temple of San Biagio and visit the lovely ancient town of Montichiello, where you can choose a romantic lunch spot on your own or gather with members of the group. Cycle to Bagno Vignoni and see the hot springs as they cascade down the cliffs. Then ride back to Pienza for shopping and dinner.
DAY 5: 24 miles, intermediate terrain. Cycle through Torrenieri and along the River Asso to the beautiful medieval villages of Montisi and Castlemuzio — where we have lunch. Choose a short optional ride to the monastery where they filmed The English Patient. Then cycle to the amazing walled city of Pienza, our home for two nights. Dine at an outstanding local restaurant and enjoy the views from the ancient village and walkways, shop for cheese and lavender products, or relax.
DAY 7: 28 miles, intermediate terrain. Enjoy a long, gentle downhill ride and some challenging climbs to San Casciano dei Bagni. Stay at a 5-star hotel with thermal baths and perhaps book a massage or other spa options. Lunch is on your own, and enjoy the resort and the infinity pool until our farewell dinner.
DAY 6: 30 miles, intermediate terrain. Ride to the walled town of Montepulciano, past magnificent
DAY 8: Departure Day. After a luxurious breakfast, we transport you to the train station in Chiusi, where you can connect to other travel options back to Florence, Rome or elsewhere.
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INCLUDES: Walking tours of Florence and Siena, wine tastings, entry fees, transfers during tour, 7 nights’ lodging, 7 breakfasts, 5 dinners (on your own for 2 dinners), gratuities for inns and meals, maps and itineraries, experienced Italian guides, van support, bicycle and helmet. Airfare not included.
PRICE: $3,795 Per person double occupancy. Solo traveler: Pvt. room add $700
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PORTUGAL – BEACHES, CASTLES & HISTORY Enjoy spectacular beachside cycling on roads and bike trails as you travel through several coastal parks. See the fascinating town of Lisbon and the Roman ruins of Évora. Marvel at the ancient castles, fishing villages, coastal birds — and the blend of several cultures that make this area unique.
ITINERARY DAY 1: Arrival Day. Meet your leaders a 3 p.m. at our hotel in Lisbon for a guided walk of this magical city of old-world charm
and cosmopolitan culture. Welcome dinner is together. DAY 2: Walking tour. There’s time for morning sightseeing in Lisbon. After lunch, shuttle 90 min. for a guided walking tour of Évora — a UNESCO Site, steeped in Roman and medieval heritage. Bike fitting is before our dinner together. DAY 3: 42 miles, easier terrain. Ride the rolling hills and the hidden trails between the fields to the charming village of Alcácer do Sal. Enjoy the boats along the Sado River and the castle — once a Moorish citadel. Enjoy a traditional dinner and watch the passeggiata (people strolling) afterward.
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TOUR AT A GLANCE Start/End: Lisbon/Tavira 10 Days Level: Easier to Intermediate Biking miles: 23 to 50/day (Options and van support available)
DATES April 2-11
GUESTS SAY ... “Enjoy insider tours of Lisbon and Évora and cycle with stunning views of the Vicentine and Algarve coastlines.” — Rosita M., tour designer
REST AND RELAX: Teatro Boutique B&B, Lisbon Hotel Albergaria do Calvário, Évora Hotel Posada Castelo, Alcácer do Sal Casa do Médico de S. Rafael, Sines Quinta Do Moinho De Vento, Milfontes Vicentina Hotel, Aljezur Pusada do Sagres, Sagres Hotel Eva Senses, Faro Vila Gale, Tavira
MORE TOUR DETAILS DAY 4: 45 to 50 miles, easier with intermediate options. Pedal toward the coastal village of Sines — birthplace of Vasco da Gama. The 15th-century Castle of Sines area has seen pre-historic residents, pirates and medieval battles. DAY 5: 23 miles, easier with intermediate options. Ride on
coastal roads through the tiny village of Porto das Barcas, a nice spot for lunch. Then ride to Milfontes, where you can relax, swim, take a beachfront walk or have a drink by the sea. DAY 6: 42 miles, intermediate terrain. Ride along the Rota Vicentina, one of the best walking trails in Europe. In Aljezur, climb up to the castle and enjoy views of lowlands, creeks, trees and the famous sweet potato fields. DAY 7: 34 miles, easier with intermediate options. Take a short ride along the coast to Carrapateira, with rugged limestone cliffs and
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dunes. Take an optional ride to Europe’s southwestern point — with a fortress and lighthouse. Then ride a few miles to Sagres. DAY 8: 29 miles, easier terrain. Take a 1-hour bus ride to Albufeira, and cycle along pleasant coastal roads to the town of Faro — with ancient walls, a gothic cathedral and the Bishop’s Palace. Faro’s pristine beaches line the coast. DAY 9: 26 miles, easier terrain. Ride along the coast by villages like Santa Luzia, the “octopus capital” of the Algarve. Keep an eye out for the Cemetery of Anchors — a legacy of the decline of the local tuna fishing industry. Arrive in Tavira, one of the most beautiful towns in Algarve, with Moorish architectural influences. DAY 10: Departure Day. After breakfast, there’s one free shuttle option to Faro Airport, or plan to spend more days by the beach or elsewhere in Portugal. Boa Viagem!
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INCLUDES: 9 nights’ lodging, 9 breakfasts, 7 dinners (on your own for 2 dinners), guided walk in Lisbon, guided walk in Évora (UNESCO Site), all related entry fees, transfers as listed on the itinerary, bicycle and helmet, experienced multi-lingual tour guides, full van support, detailed maps and directions. Airfare not included.
PRICE: $3,895
Per person double occupancy. Solo traveler: Pvt. room add $900
SCOTLAND – HIGHLANDS TO ISLANDS Discover the essence of Scotland when you cycle by romantic castles, ancient villages, luxurious palaces, deep lochs, soft wooded glens, spectacular seascapes — and on lovely winding roads. Visit the Isle of Mull, Duart Castle, local shops and a distillery.
ITINERARY DAY 1: 13 miles, easier terrain. Take a short warm-up ride and enjoy a bit of the lovely Scottish countryside.
DAY 2: 35 or 41 miles, easier to intermediate terrain. Savor a loop through small villages and rural farmland. Optional rides take you to Little Glen Shee and Huntingtower Castle. Lunch at a delightful pub in Pitcairngreen. Enjoy homemade ice cream at a farm, and have an afternoon stroll along the River Tay. DAY 3: 37 or 44 miles, easier to intermediate terrain. Visit the
village of Murthly. Pass through Coupar Angus to the Loch of Lowes wildlife preserve. Have lunch in Dunkeld. Follow back roads through Balnaguard, Pitnacree and Weem.
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TOUR AT A GLANCE Start/End: Glasgow, Scotland 7 Days Level: Easier to Intermediate Biking miles: 13 to 44/day (Options and van support available)
DATES July 1-7 July 16-22 July 27-August 2 August 6-12
GUESTS SAY ... “This was our third European tour with [DBT] and 11th overall. Best one yet ... ” — Bill & Laurie S.
REST AND RELAX: Dunkeld House replaces Ballathie on 7/16 & 7/27 departures. Ballathie House — a country house inn on the banks of the Tay. Dunkeld House — a luxury 4-star country house in woodlands. Fortingall Hotel — stay in a lovely setting near Loch Tay. Western Isles Hotel — spectacular views over Tobermory Harbor. Kilcamb Lodge — 4-star country house on lovely Loch Sunart.
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Pass Aberfeldy — a one mile side visit. Pass Menzies Castle, Kenmore and Loch Tay. DAY 4: 29 miles, intermediate terrain. A coach takes you to Oban for the ferry to Isle of Mull. Cycle to Duart Castle and Torosay Palace, then back through the village of Craignure to Salen. Van pickup is here — or continue to the 19th century fishing port village of Tobermory with spectacular ocean views. DAY 5: 10, 26 or 35 miles, easier terrain. There are several options today. Relax and explore Tobermory or add a 10-mile ride to Glengorm Castle. There’s a superb optional ride through the village of Dervaig, including a visit to the Old Byre Heritage Center. Consider a lovely walk out to the lighthouse with views of the bay and Ardnamurchan Peninsula. End the day with a guided tour of the local distillery. Or your leaders can arrange an all-day boat excursion to the Isle of Staffa. DAY 6: 31 or 40 miles, intermediate terrain. Take a ferry from the Isle of Mull to the
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Ardnamurchan Peninsula. Start with a ride to Ardnamurchan Point and its beautiful lighthouse and museum. Then pass the lovely bay and remains of the village of Camas Nan Geall, then Laga Bay and Salen Bay on to Loch Sunart. Lunch at the museum and information center or in Salen. Option to ride from Salen to Kilcamb Lodge. DAY 7: Departure Day. We van you or provide a coach to Glasgow Airport immediately following breakfast. Van/coach arrives in time to clear customs and make a 3 p.m. flight. Please do not schedule any flights leaving before 3 p.m. on the last day of your Scotland tour!
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INCLUDES: Ferry to Isle of Mull and Ardnamurchan Peninsula, visit to Duart Castle and Torosay Palace, whisky tasting in Tobermory, entry fees, 6 nights’ lodging, 6 breakfasts and 5 dinners (on your own one night in Tobermory), bicycle and helmet. Free transfer from/to Glasgow Airport. Airfare not included.
PRICE: $3,395
Per person double occupancy. Solo traveler: Pvt. room add $500
SPAIN – EL CAMINO DE SANTIAGO Follow the pilgrimage route from the majestic Pyrenees along the French border to the city of Santiago de Compostela, the resting place of the Apostle St. James. Visit stunning villages, lovely churches and magical places like Pamplona. Stay in a range of hotels, from 3-star to luxury.
ITINERARY DAY 1: Arrival Day. Meet at the Pamplona airport. We transfer you to the village of Roncevalles, where you can get your pilgrim’s passport.
DAY 2: 27 miles, intermediate terrain. Pedal through rolling terrain, forests, fields and small villages to Pamplona. Enjoy this medieval town known for the running of the bulls. DAY 3: 29 miles, intermediate terrain. Cycle the Navarra-Roja plains. Challenge yourself on a 3-mile uphill stretch with spectacular views. Cross an iconic Romanesque bridge. Stay in Estella. DAY 4: 31 miles, intermediate terrain. Ride through the delightful
Rioja region. See a 10th century monastery, taste the famous Rioja wines, then transfer to Burgos with its lovely palaces and arches.
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TOUR AT A GLANCE Start/End: Pamplona/Santiago, Spain 11 Days Level: Intermediate Biking miles: 23 to 47/day (Options and van support available)
DATES May 29-June 8
GUESTS SAY ... “Had good staff, picked wonderful properties, took immaculate care of us!” — Carmel M.
REST AND RELAX: Casa de Benficiados, Roncesvalles Gran Hotel Laperla, Pamplona Hospederia Chapitel, Estella Hotel Meson del Cid, Burgos NH Collection León Plaza Mayor, León Parador de Villafranca del Beirzo Hotel Alfonso IX, Sarria Casa Assumpta, Arzua San Francisco Hotel Monumento, Santiago
DAY 5: Exploration day. Enjoy a guided walking tour of Burgos and visit its 13th century gothic cathedral. Transfer for a tour of the Old Quarter of León. with its ancient Roman walls and Basilica San Isadoro. Overnight in León. DAY 6: 35 miles, intermediate terrain. You’ll note the cultural and architectural changes as you cycle out of Rioja into Galicia. Visit the Knights Templar castle in Ponferrada, then ride to Villafranca del Bierzo to dine and stay the night. DAY 7: 30 miles, intermediate terrain. Ride to the top of O’Cebriero Pass or choose to van up instead. Visit the Pilgrim’s Monument. Enjoy a downhill to a 6th century church. Ride to Sarria for the night. DAY 8: 47 miles, intermediate terrain. Cycle this delightful route through the countryside to Palais de Rei, where you have dinner and stay the night. DAY 9: 30 miles, intermediate terrain. Ride into the pretty Mino Valley through Portomarin, where you can explore the imposing
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fortress. Treat yourself to the local almond cake and a lovely afternoon ride through pastures and small villages. Dinner and overnight in Arzua. DAY 10: 23 miles, intermediate terrain. Finish the tour with
a traditional pilgrim ritual of purification by washing in a small stream. Then cycle into the superb town of Santiago de Compostela, with its marvelous towers, plaza and the St. James Cathedral — erected in 813 A.D. DAY 11: Departure Day. After breakfast and a stroll through town, we transfer you to the Santiago Airport.
INCLUDES: All transfers during the tour, a wine tasting, 10 nights’ lodging, 8 dinners (you are on your own for dinner two nights), 10 breakfasts, 2 lunches, bicycle and helmet, transfer on day one from Pamplona to Roncesvalles, transfer on the final day to Santiago Airport. Airfare not included.
PRICE: $4,295
Per person double occupancy. Solo traveler: Pvt. room add $600
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SPAIN – CATALONIA TRAILS Catalonia is the beautiful region of northeastern Spain. It has historic cities, a splendid coastline and delicious food and wines. Enjoy outstanding riding here — much on peaceful greenway trails. Experience small villages, Mediterranean vistas and the birthplace of famous Spaniards, notably Salvador Dalí.
ITINERARY DAY 1: Arrival Day. Meet in Ripoll, about 2.5 hours by train from Barcelona. Explore the scenic town and the famous monastery founded by Count Wilfred the Hairy —
before we meet for our welcome dinner. DAY 2: 27 miles, easier with intermediate options. Cycle to the Garrotxa Volcanic Zone Natural Park and marvel at the landscape. Pedal along “greenway” cycling paths — usually rail-trails — and down a valley to Joanetes. Dinner is together at our hotel. DAY 3: 32 miles, easier with intermediate options. Descend on the greenway path through ancient villages to Girona. Visit a naturally sparkling spring. Take a guided walking tour of Girona, with its 13th-century cathedral and magnificent Jewish Quarter. Dinner is on your own.
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TOUR AT A GLANCE Start/End: Ripoll/Figueres 9 Days Level: Easier to Intermediate Biking miles: 27 to 36/day (Options and van support available)
DATES June 10-18
GUESTS SAY ... “Travel the greenway bike trails and see Spain’s lovely northeast and gorgeous coast.” — Rosita M., tour designer
REST AND RELAX: La Trobada Hotel, Ripoll Hotel Vall de Bas, Joanetes Hotel Peninsular, Girona Eden Roc Hotel, Sant Feliu de Guixols DoubleTree Hilton Empordà Hotel & Spa, Torroella de Montgri Hotel Playa Sol or Hotel Calina, Cadaqués Hotel President, Figueres
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DAY 5: 36 miles, intermediate terrain. Ride along the coast with lovely little coves. Turn inland over rolling hills passing through medieval cities and fascinating places to stop. Arrive at our hotel outside Torroella de Montgri, which has a 13th-century fortress. Dinner is together at our hotel. DAY 6: 35 miles, easier terrain. Cycle to the coastal town of Roses, a former Greek colony with historic buildings, beaches and nightlife. Enjoy a dip in the sea and snacks in the afternoon. Cruise by boat to Cadaqués, your home for the next
loop ride to Cap de Creus National Park — famous in Costa Brava. If you stay in town, explore the steep cobbled streets, the whitewashed houses, and the history of famous artists who lived here: Salvador Dalí, Luis Buñuel, Pablo Picasso, and more. Dinner is on your own. DAY 8: 27 miles, easier with intermediate options. Take your last ride of our tour — through country roads surrounded with vineyards, sunflowers, golden fields of wheat — all the way to Figueres, the birthplace of Salvador Dalì and where his museum is located. Our farewell dinner is together. DAY 9: Departure Day. Your cycling vacation ends after breakfast this morning. Take some time for a walk in Figueres or plan a trip to Barcelona for some extra fun.
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DAY 4: 29 miles, easier with intermediate options. Follow a greenway bike path to the Mediterranean Sea. Take a break in a small town along the way. Savor lovely views of the Costa Brava as you ride to Sant Feliu de Guixols. Enjoy a dip in the sea, a walk on the beach, or a to visit a a medieval monastery. Dinner is together.
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INCLUDES: 8 nights’ lodging, 8 breakfasts, 6 dinners (on your own for 1 dinner in Girona and Cadaques), boat ride from Roses to Cadaques, guided tour of Girona, entry fee for national park, bicycle and helmet, multi-lingual tour guides, full van support, detailed maps and directions. Airfare not included.
PRICE: $3,795
Per person double occupancy. Solo traveler: Pvt. room add $900
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VIETNAM ADVENTURE This is your bucket list trip to explore some of the most spectacular scenery in Southeast Asia. Bike in the historic regions around Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City, by farming and fishing villages, and along the Mekong River. Paddle to hidden caves and take a one-night cruise in gorgeous Ha Long Bay.
ITINERARY DAY 1: Arrival Day. Our guide meets you at the airport and takes you to your hotel in Hanoi. DAY 2: Cyclo Tour of Old Hanoi. Explore or rest in the morning. Meet
at 1 p.m. for a Cyclo Tour of the busy Old Quarter. Visit shops, the “Hanoi Hilton” prison, Ho Chi Minh’s complex and see Vietnamese Water Puppetry. Dine together. DAY 3: 30 miles, easier to intermediate terrain. Transfer to Tam Coc (three caves) in a peaceful valley. You will be rowed in a river to visit caves. After lunch, bike along a scenic canal with rice fields and fascinating rock formations. DAY 4: Travel to Cruise Ship. Drive to your overnight cruise on Ha Long Bay. Take a 2-hour kayak trip to Tra Bau. Meet locals and return to the ship for a cooking demo, dinner and traditional music.
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TOUR AT A GLANCE Start/End: Hanoi/Ho Chi Minh City 12 Days Level: Easier to Intermediate Biking miles: 11 to 30/day (Options and van support available)
DATES February 9-20, 2020 December 28-January 8, 2021 February 16-27, 2021
GUESTS SAY ... “Vietnam will delight you with a warm welcome and amazing scenery.” — Scott C., tour designer
REST AND RELAX: Outstanding hotels and amenities in top locations. The Apricot Hotel, Hanoi Emeralda Resort, Ninh Binh Perla Dawn, Cruise Ship Pilgrimage Village Resort, Hue Angsana Resort, Lăng Cô Anantara, Hoi An Majestic Hotel, Ho Chi Minh City Hanoi
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DAY 8: 25 miles, easier to intermediate terrain. Cycle along the beach to warm up for the “Pass of Ocean Clouds” with breathtaking views. Transfer to the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Hoi An.
DAY 12: Departure Day. After breakfast, you are free until your driver arrives to take you to Tan Son Nhat Airport near Ho Chi Minh City for your departure flight.
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DAY 7: 25 miles, easier terrain. Tour Hue’s ancient citadel. Bus to the coast to cycle a picturesque road from Thuan An beach. Explore the hundreds of ancestral tombs there. Transfer to Lang Co. Dinner is on your own.
DAY 11: 24 miles, easier terrain. Transfer to the countryside to bike by many stunning villages and farms. Cruise on the Mekong River and row to Thoi Son Island, where you visit fruit gardens, a school and the distillery — and hear traditional music.
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DAY 10: Flight to Ho Chi Minh City. Transfer to Danang Airport to fly to Ho Chi Minh City. Visit the famous Cu Chi tunnels. Spend 2 nights at a 5-star hotel in Ho Chi Minh City.
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DAY 6: 22 miles, easier terrain. Ride to the Royal Tomb of Emperor Tu Duc. Cycle through Thuy Bieu village and board a dragon boat to visit to a pagoda and covered bridge. Learn about local agriculture. Ride back to the hotel in Hue.
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DAY 9: 11 miles, easier terrain. Ride to the village of Cam Thanh. Cycle to a small village, and learn how local people farm and make several specialties. After lunch, return to town and explore. Spend a second night in Hoi An.
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DAY 5: Bright Cave Paddle & Fly to Hue. Visit Bright Cave on a bamboo boat. Return to the ship to enjoy lunch while cruising to port. Fly to Hue. Dinner and overnight are at a peaceful resort surrounded by gardens.
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VIETNAM Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon)
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Transfers, 2 domestic air flights, 11 nights’ lodging; cruises, 11 breakfasts, 9 lunches, 9 dinners (on your own for 1 lunch and 1 dinner), tips for hotels and included meals, leaders, van support, biking snacks & water; bike and helmet. Beverages, Vietnam visa and airfare to and from Vietnam not included.
PRICE: $5,895
Per person double occupancy. Solo traveler: Pvt. room add $1,500
WEEKEND BIKE TOURS
YOU NEED A FEW DAYS AWAY! You know you need an escape from your busy life! Join us for a few incredible days of outstanding
biking, delicious food and gorgeous scenery. Our weekend tours — usually Friday to Sunday — are designed with you in mind. The following pages showcase two of our popular weekend tours … but be sure to check our website for the latest updates — including more weekends and new tours. You’ll love the simplicity. We provide your bike, helmet, lodging, snacks, water and van support. All you have to do is get there. Reconnect with your spouse, friends or co-workers — or meet new people. Sign up for your tour today!
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GUESTS SAY ... “The weekend tour was a great way for us to check out an organized tour, and we thoroughly enjoyed the trip!” — Lynn B. and Everett D.
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MARYLAND – ST. MICHAELS Spring and fall are perfect for the easy coastal cycling along the Chesapeake Bay. Afterward, relax at the luxurious Harbour Inn situated in historic St. Michaels, on Maryland’s Eastern Shore. You’ll love the fresh seafood, quiet roads and lovely scenery along iconic Chesapeake waterways.
ITINERARY Ride through a variety of historic Tidewater villages graced by treelined streets and stately homes. Enjoy the water vistas and easy riding on the mostly flat roads. Indulge in local cuisine including
clams, oysters, and the best crab cakes in the world. You’re based in the waterfront town of Saint Michaels, whose historic streets are lined with Colonialera houses. Stay at the beautiful Harbour Inn — where each of our elegant rooms has a view of the harbor and the Miles River — and where you can opt for a spa treatment or massage to unwind after your day. Explore the Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum, where you can learn about the history of the bay and its traditions in boat building, commercial fishing and yachting. Or stroll around the village, where you’ll find shops, a craft distillery and a lighthouse.
WEEKEND TOUR Start/End: St. Michaels, Maryland 3 Days Level: Easier Biking miles: 26 to 38 miles/day (Options and van support available)
DATES:
May 15-17 October 9-11 October 16-18
INCLUDES: 2 nights of lodging; 2 breakfasts and 2 dinners; free use of bicycle and helmet; detailed maps and itineraries; experienced guides; full van support; cycling at your own pace along routes that we have carefully selected and continually improve.
PRICE: $995
Per person double occupancy. Solo traveler: Pvt. room add $400
VERMONT – NORTH HERO ISLAND
WEEKEND TOUR
Lake Champlain’s islands are a special treat. The unsurpassed views across to both the Green and Adirondack mountains — and the rolling terrain — provide delightful riding. Visit a winery, cycle on an old causeway that extends into the lake and be charmed by the history, farms and country stores.
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ITINERARY Kick back and enjoy the relaxed pace of these special islands. Cycle on peaceful roads, along gorgeous waterways and rolling hills. And take in the view from a rocking chair on the porch of our comfortable historic inn, the
comfortable and quiet North Hero House. Enjoy delicious breakfasts and dinners at the inn, bike 38 miles on Saturday and 25 or 28 miles on Sunday at your own pace — and choose a lunch spot you prefer. Don’t miss a tasting at Snow Farm Vineyards. Taste local apple cider and a maple cremee. If you like general stores, there are several classic ones here. Learn the history of Saint Anne’s Shrine and site of the first French settlement in the U.S. in 1666. Cycle out onto the causeway that the railroad used to cross Lake Champlain. An optional route brings you to an outcropping of fossil reef that is 480 million years old.
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Start/End: North Hero, VT Level: Easier Biking miles: up to 47 miles/day (Options and van support available)
DATES: July 17-19 August 14-16 September 18-20 October 2-4
INCLUDES: 2 nights of lodging; 2 breakfasts and 2 dinners; free use of bicycle and helmet; detailed maps and itineraries; experienced guides; full van support; cycling at your own pace along routes that we have carefully selected and continually improve.
PRICE: $795
Per person double occupancy. Solo traveler: Pvt. room add $300
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Ireland – Country Clare, Connemara Tour
Scotland – Highlands to Islands Tour
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Coast of Maine Tour
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... HAVING FUN ON TOUR!
Ireland – Country Clare, Connemara Tour
Vermont - North Hero Weekend Tour
Florida Keys Tour
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Scotland – Highlands to Islands Tour
IMPORTANT INFORMATION Reservations. To reserve a place on a tour, or for additional information, call us at 1.800.257.2226, visit www.DiscoveryBicycleTours.com, or email us at info@discoverybicycletours.com. Reservations will be confirmed upon our receipt of your deposit and are subject to availability. After we receive your deposit, we will email you confirmation materials with: •Trip Cancellation Insurance details •Arrival and departure info •Directions for traveling to your starting inn •Transportation suggestions •Recommended clothing and equipment •Suggestions for preparing for your tour •Special Dietary Requirement form •Sample Release of Liability form Please do not make any non-refundable payments for flights, etc...before we have confirmed your reservation. Small tours/tour cancellations. It sometimes happens that there are too few tour participants for us to feasibly run a tour. In that event, you will get a 100% refund of your tour payments. Be sure to check with our office as to the status of your tour before making any non-refundable travel arrangements. Please also know that as a courtesy to our guests, we may run a tour with as few as four participants, and if you are unwilling to be part of a small group tour, you need to advise us before the final payment due date for your tour. Deposts and final payments. Tour deposits are due at the time you make your reservation and are $300 per person for weekend tours and $500 per person for all other tours. With a few exceptions*, final payments are due 90 days prior to the start of your tour. All deposits are applied to the full tour price. *Final payment is due 120 days prior to the start of the Florida Keys, Chile and Moselle River tours, and 150 days prior to the Vietnam tour. Cancellations. With a few exceptions*, if you cancel at least 90 days prior to your tour, you will
receive a full refund. If you cancel between 60 and 89 days of your tour, we will refund 50 percent of your payments. If you cancel within 59 days of your tour there is no refund. *For the Florida Keys, Chile and Moselle River Tours, cancel at least 120 days ahead to receive a full refund, and between 60 and 119 days of your tour, we refund 50% of your payments. For Vietnam, there’s a full refund up to 150 days prior to your tour, and a 50% refund when you cancel between 149 and 60 days ahead. Trip cancellation insurance. Please purchase Trip Cancellation Insurance since we are unable to make any exceptions to our cancellation policy — even for personal emergencies. (Check with your credit card company. Many now include Trip Cancellation Insurance automatically.) Trip Cancellation Insurance covers the cost of your Discovery Bicycle tour and other travel expenses in case you cancel for any number of reasons. Compare prices and policies at www.insuremytrip.com. Canadian citizens will find Trip Cancellation Insurance at www.travelguard.ca Changing your choice of tours. You may switch your choice of tour without charge (subject to availability) anytime up to the final payment date for your tour (90, 120 or 150 days ahead). Single travelers. A limited number of guaranteed private rooms are available on most tours at an additional cost. This cost is indicated on each tour page. Children. Children are very welcome if they are at least 10 years old, are physically capable of participating in the tour, and are accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. Pet Allergies. Some of our inns have family pets. Let us know if you have any relevant allergies.
BIKE INFORMATION HELMETS: Helmets are required and are made available to you at no charge. If you have a helmet you like, we encourage you to bring your own. BRINGING YOUR OWN BIKE: For many of our tours, your bicycle should be geared for hills. Please have your bike thoroughly checked by a professional bike mechanic before you arrive. And please note below what types of bikes are recommended for each tour.* TYPES OF BIKES WE OFFER: Examples of bikes you can use for free on our tours are pictured below. You can choose a hybrid bike, a step-through hybrid bike, a road bike or an e-bike. Certain international tours will have different bikes.
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HYBRID BIKES: are available on all of our tours, and road bikes are available on most of our tours. *ROAD BIKES: are not recommended on our tours in Denmark, Ireland, Maine, Scotland, Spain, Moselle River Bike & Barge, Mickelson Trail in South Dakota, Katy Trail in Missouri, GAP Trail, C&O Trail and the upcoming Vermont Rail Trails. Hybrid bikes are provided for these tours. E-BIKES: We have a limited number of e-bikes (pedal assist) available on a first-come, first-served basis at no extra charge on most of our tours. Please contact the office to check on availability. These bikes give you an added boost so you can consider hillier tours, and they allow couples with differing abilities to ride together. E-bikes are prohibited from the carriage roads in Acadia National Park on our Coast of Maine tour — unless a disability prohibits other bikes.
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Florida Gulf Beaches & Rail Trails
6/5
$2,495
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Idaho
Idaho Trails
6/5
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Coast of Maine
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$2,595
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Bay to Beach
6/5
$2,695
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$2,795
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Natchez Trace
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Katy Trail
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$2,795
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Hudson River Valley
6/5
$3,495
26
Oregon
Crater Lake & Bikeways
6/5
$2,995
28
Pennsylvania
Gettysburg to Washington, DC
6/5
$2,895
30
Pennsylvania
Great Allegheny Passage (GAP)
6/5
$1,895
32
10,17,31
7
Pennsylvania
PA to DC GAP & C&O Trail
7/6
$2,895
34
24
14
Quebec
Quebec - Eastern Townships
6/5
$2,495
36
21
South Dakota
Mickelson Trail & Black Hills
6/5
$2,895
38
7,14
Texas
Texas Hill Country
6/5
$2,895
40
Vermont
Vermont Lake Champlain
6/5
$2,395
42
14
12
16,30
20
Vermont
Vermont Woodstock & Upper Valley
6/5
$2,695
44
28
26
23
27
Maryland
St. Michaels Weekend
3/2
$995
77
Vermont
North Hero House Weekend
3/2
$795
78
1,8
15,29 21,28
5
30
6,13,20
19,26
16,23
6,13
10,17
4,11 21
20
19,26
4 18,25
3,10 7
26
30
19,26
9,16
21,28
22,29
6
30
27
4
27
11
6
4
13,20 27
19
2,16
13,20
4
7,14
5,12
1,8,15
15
4,9 9,16
17
14
18
2
INTERNATIONAL Chile
Lakes & Volcanoes 2020
8/7
$4,795
46
19
21
Chile
Lakes & Volcanoes 2021
8/7
$4,795
46
5,15
Denmark
Trails, Castles & Culture
8/7
$3,995
48
England
Cotswolds & Stonehenge
6/5
$4,295
50
7
England
Devon & Cornwall
6/5
$4,495
52
14
France
Provence
11/10
$4,495
54
Germany/Lux/FR
Moselle River Bike & Barge
8/7
$3,695
56
Ireland
County Clare, Connemara
7/6
$3,595
58
Italy
Dolomites to Venice
10/9
$4,395
60
Italy
Puglia
8/7
$3,795
62
Italy
Tuscany
8/7
$3,795
64
Portugal
Portugal
10/9
$3,895
66
Scotland
Highlands to Islands
7/6
$3,395
68
Spain
El Camino de Santiago
11/10
$4,295
70
Spain
Catalonia Trails
9/8
$3,795
72
Vietnam
Vietnam Adventure 2020
12/11
$5,895
74
9
Vietnam
Vietnam Adventure 2021
12/11
$5,895
74
16
27
3,12,19
19
30
1
6,13
9 11,18 7,14,21
21,31 7,14,21 4,11 25
2 1,16,27
6
29 10 28
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