Edelweiss Motorcycle Program 2018 by Stephan Weckschmied

MOTORCYCLE TOURS WORLDWIDE 2018

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EUROPE TOURS

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EDELWEISS TOUR CALENDAR 2018/2019

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Riding Academy Alps Riding Academy Andalusia Mystery Ride 2018 Alps and Lakes Best of Europe Touring Center Alps Alps Extreme High Alpine Tour The Ultimate Alps Tour Grand Alps Tour Life is beautiful – Alpine Wonderland Alps by Scooter Peaks and Passes Touring Center Dolomites Kings and Castles Tour Eastern European Delights European Bike Week Moto GP Mugello and the Best of Italy Moto GP Catalunya and the Pyrenees Moto GP Valencia and the route of Don Quijote Riders Paradise - Corsica & Sardinia Around Mount Etna Rome to Sicily Tour of Sicily Southern Italy Extreme Back to the roots in Piedmont & Liguria Back to the roots in Sardinia Tour of Tuscany Under the Tuscan Sun Tuscany by Scooter Mediterranean Alps Extreme Adriatic Rollercoaster Extreme Croatia by Scooter Pearls of the Adriatic Sea Croatia to Greece Tour of the Pyrenees Pyrenees Extreme St. James Way: Tapas, Peaks and Turns Pueblos Blancos Andalusia Tour Southern Spain Extreme Christopher Columbus Tour Touring Center Tenerife From Paris to Omaha The Viking Experience Touring Center Norway Adventure North Cape Scottish Highland & Isle of Man Ireland and the wild Atlantic Way Iceland – Fire and Ice

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AMERICA TOURS Adventure Patagonia Adventure Altiplano Adventure Machu Picchu The Mayan Empire Adventure Classic Cuba Best of Cuba Best of America California Extension Canada West Tour Alaska-Yukon Adventure

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THE ART OF MOTORCYCLE TOURING ...............................2 TEAM ...................................................................................4

EDITORIAL – OUR PLANET HAS A LOT TO OFFER ...

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GOOD REASONS .................................................................8 MOTORCYCLES ................................................................12 HOW TO PACK .................................................................. 14 TOURING CATEGORIES .................................................... 16 BRANDED TOURS .............................................................20

... and since 1980 we are exploring more and more of it. But even after all those years of touring we are still surprised again and again by extraordinary landscapes, great roads, wonderful people, delicious meals and unique hotels and other experiences that we could have never imagined before.

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AFRICA- / ASIA- / PACIFIC TOURS Morocco Tour Colorful Morocco Adventure Big Five South Africa Tour Realm of royal Rajasthan Sikkim - the worlds last utopias! Thailand Extreme Adventure Southeast Asia Adventure Myanmar Adventure Laos & Vietnam Vietnam Tour Secrets of Japan Australian Adventure Tour Australia Extension New Zealand Tour North Island Extension

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Over 40.000 motorcyclists have been on tour with us and every year there are more and more to come. When we started Edelweiss Bike Travel in Mieming, Tyrol, Austria we just offered motorcycle tours in the Alps. But soon we discovered more and more great touring areas all over this planet. Now, we are motorcycling on all five continents and on some smaller islands. In 2018 you can now choose from 84 different routes that also include some new and revised ones: We refined some routes and portions of the world tour to include even more highlights. We will continue the successful Japan tour from 2017 and will add two more tours through colorful India. Furthermore we will add a new tour in Scotland, a Thailand Extreme Tour, a Harley-Davidson only tour in Vietnam, a tour through Croatia and Greece and a new tour through the Alps for our Scooter fans. For those who would rather be without a big group but still want to ride on proven Edelweiss routes we now offer three different self-guided tours in our backyard – the Alps. If you cherish total freedom our motorcycle rentals give you the opportunity to take one of our motorcycles and go wherever you want. Many new and exciting things are waiting for you in 2018 to be explored. Take your time to read this catalogue and discovere all the different opportunities. Hopefully we will meet on an Edelweiss tour soon. We, that are Coral and Werner as well as Tobias, who is in the process to take over the company.

ADD-ON PROGRAMS .......................................................22 CUSTOM TOURS ...............................................................24 SELF-GUIDED TOURS AND RENTALS ..............................26 WORLD TOUR ...................................................................30 E-BIKE TOURS ..................................................................34 WORLD TOUR SECTIONS EUROPE ...................................40 CENTRAL EUROPE TOURS ...............................................44 SOUTHERN EUROPE TOURS .............................................76 NORTHERN EUROPE TOURS ..........................................126 WORLD TOUR SECTIONS AMERICA ..............................146 SOUTH AMERICA TOURS ...............................................150 CENTRAL AMERICA TOURS ...........................................156 NORTH AMERICA TOURS ...............................................160 WORLD TOUR SECTION AFRICA ....................................172 AFRICA TOURS ...............................................................174 WORLD TOUR SECTION ASIA ........................................182 ASIA TOURS ....................................................................188 PACIFIC TOURS ..............................................................204 WORLDTOURER PROGRAM ...........................................208

Werner & Coral Wachter Founders and owners of Edelweiss Bike Travel

Tobias Wachter The successor

MOTORCYCLE INSURANCE ............................................210 TERMS AND CONDITIONS ..............................................214

PS: More information and bookings at our headquarters, our agencies or on our website www.edelweissbike.com

EDELWEISS REUNION ....................................................216

THE ART OF MOTORCYCLE TOURING

WE DELIVER THE BEST RIDE THERE IS!

Have you ever dreamed of experiencing a two-wheeled journey which is as unique as it is unforgettable? A journey on which you meet different cultures, explore new countries and discover new routes with like-minded companions? If so, then Edelweiss Bike Travel is just right for you. For the last 38 years we have made motorcycle riders’ dreams come true by delivering the “best ride there is”.

WORLDWIDE THE #1 IN GUIDED MOTORCYCLE TOURS.

A BIT ABOUT THE HISTORY Back in 1980, fuelled by their love of motorcycle riding and a shared conviction that the best way to see the world is astride a motorcycle, Coral and Werner Wachter pioneered the concept of guided motorcycle tours. Today the company is still family owned and you continue to feel the family spirit. Edelweiss’ “home” is in the heart of the Alps, in Mieming – “the center of the motorcycling universe”. From there we organize, manage and coordinate all of our worldwide tours; there are no go-between offers hidden so we can assure our high safety and quality standards on our tours. Our long touring experience has taught us that it is immensely important to accommodate the individual needs of different types of riders. Hence we offer an excellent variety of touring categories to match your personal riding preferences. REPRESENTATION AROUND THE WORLD We are very proud to have a strong network of agency offices. Edelweiss customer service agents are located in Australia, Brazil, Canada, China, Germany, India, Italy, Japan, Mexico, Switzerland, Ukraine and the United States. Another milestone in Edelweiss’ story is the founding of a new joint venture in India, called “Motoziel Edelweiss” – a company to inspire a great new relationship with the Indian motorcycling paradise.

AS THEY SAY: “THE REST IS HISTORY.” While many years have passed and myriad individual dreams have already come true since 1980, nothing has changed about the founding philosophy: we at Edelweiss live the passion of travelling by motorcycling, and devote our efforts to creating unique motorcycle tours. No matter which tour you choose, which destination you pick, or which bike you ride, we can promise that it will be an unforgettable two-wheeled adventure of a lifetime!

THE SECRET OF THE ART OF MOTORCYCLE TOURING IS: DON’T JUST DREAM ABOUT IT; GET OUT AND DO IT! Rainer Buck // Managing Director Edelweiss Bike Travel

TEAM ONLY A GREAT TEAM CAN ORGANIZE GREAT ADVENTURES

The reason we are the worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s #1 provider of guided motorcycle tours is simple, and yet impossible to imitate: the best brains and hands are involved in creating your personal adventure of a lifetime. That is the secret of our success! We recognize the importance of our staff members, as it is the people you deal with who put life into our tours! Think about it: the friendly voice you hear when you call, the accommodating guide who welcomes you at your tour start, or the knowledgeable mechanics who share useful tips when you visit the workshop at headquarters in Austria. All of these unique, ambitious individuals work together to create your Edelweiss experience.

THE PEOPLE BEHIND EDELWEISS BIKE TRAVEL Today we have 20 employees working at our headquarters and the company-owned workshop. Every one of us is involved in making your dream ride become reality. Our tour managers search for the most exciting routes. The hotel management constantly look for great accommodations and our booking agents help you with your tour preparation. Our operations and logistics department makes sure you receive the right bike â&#x20AC;&#x201C; hats off when you consider the size of our latest model motorcycle fleet! Then there is our marketing team, the financial department, and of course our inspiring managing director, Rainer Buck. The founding family, the Wachters, are great role models, supportive all along the way. All these people put together make Edelweiss what it is! We are very proud, honored and grateful and you can look forward to maybe meet some of us somewhere on the road!

I ENJOY ASSISTING OUR CUSTOMERS FROM ALL AROUND THE WORLD TO BE FULLY PREPARED FOR THEIR MOTORCYCLE DREAM VACATION. Doris Waldegger // Customer Service and Agency Support

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OUR TOUR GUIDE TEAM THE MORE FAMILIAR FACES OF EDELWEISS BIKE TRAVEL You will meet some of our team members for sure: our tour guides. They will lead you to quaint restaurants and places cherished by the locals, prepare the best picnics at the most spectacular spots, and late at night, when you are tight asleep, they will even check your bikes for the next day’s adventures. Our guides truly are the faces of Edelweiss Bike Travel, and we are proud of every single one of them! HAVING FUN BUT WORKING HARD – ONLY THE BEST OF THE BEST SURVIVE OUR TRAINING Being a Tour Guide is many people’s dream job – you go riding every day, discover amazing places and make friends with fellow motorcycle enthusiasts. It is great, and we truly love that. However, there is much more to it, and this job can be as demanding as it is fun. The key to our uniquely qualified tour guide league is our Edelweiss training curriculum. Once elected through our hearing process, where competing against more than 400 other applicants each year, our guides receive theoretical training followed by a specially designed training tour. This training tour comprised of the most difficult situations one may encounter on tour. Once our guides have gone through this, they are prepared for “the real world” out on the road. Besides the introductory training all of our guides go through annual training to enhance their skills and knowledge in various motorcycle touring topics, including annual safety training, as tour safety is our highest priority. WE HONOR OUR GUIDES AND THE WORK THEY DO The Edelweiss philosophy includes involving our guides in the company’s major development decisions. They participate in planning the annual touring program and in the setup of each individual tour.

A TOUR GUIDE’S LIFE: IT’S FUN, IT’S COOL, IT’S COLORFUL – AND SOMETIMES IT’S TOUGH, BUT BEING ON DUTY 24/7 CAN BE VERY REWARDING. IT’S A WAY OF LIFE! Thomas Ritt // Tour Guide

EDELWEISS TIP: Do you want to become a part of the awesome team behind our great rides? It’s simple: go online and fill out our application form or drop us a line at jobs@edelweissbike.com

WHY EDELWEISS

MAKE YOUR DREAMS COME TRUE! We have created motorcycle vacations in style since 1980, for everyone and almost everywhere: for adventurous souls, explorers, epicures and for those who simply enjoy the comfort of a guided motorcycle vacation. YOUR HAPPINESS MAKES US HAPPY TOO – IT IS OUR REWARD With Edelweiss Bike Travel, your motorcycle tour is more than just following a guide – it is a travel lifestyle. An Edelweiss tour is a two-wheeled, carefree vacation. And when you get off your bike at the end of a riding day with a big smile across your face; or when you proudly cheer at the top of a mountain pass – it gives purpose to our daily work. These humble moments prove that we truly deliver the best ride there is! We care for you. This is not just a marketing claim. Ask around the motorcycling community! There are more than 41,000 happy riders out there who know first-hand that Edelweiss Bike Travel is synonymous with quality, reliability, expertise and know-how. Book your next motorcycle adventure with the worldwide number 1, you will not regret it.

GOOD REASONS 1 ROUTES, which are as unique as life itself. They will guide us on amazing motorcycle roads to beautiful places and hidden gems. A journey that you will certainly never forget.

2 TOUR GUIDES After having done an intense training, our kind and friendly tour guides are some of the best ones out there. Their special skill: they foresee every wish of yours.

3 ACCOMMODATION After a day of riding you will be able to relax in hand-picked and charming hotels and guesthouses. Some are modern – some are more traditional. But be sure all of them are unique and a good fit for each touring program.

CAREFREE TRIPS are based on thorough tour planning. Even after 38 years of experience we won’t leave anything to chance. Our trip experts are diligent and detail-oriented workers. If you have any questions about your trip, be sure to contact them – they are always happy to help.

WHY EDELWEISS EDELWEISS MEANS LOTS OF FUN AND A GREAT TIME.

5 LIKE-MINDED RIDERS Get to know other riders that you can laugh and share all those wonderful moments, food and wine with. This is an important part of every tour.

DISCOVER CULTURES It doesn’t matter if it is a german colony in Africa that you haven’t seen, food in Bolivia that you haven’t tried, or new habits and languages in Euope that you haven’t heard of before. The experiences you make and the things you learn make your much richer. This is something nobody can take away from you.

OFF THE BEATEN TRACK In the past 38 years we have travelled the most beautiful motorcycle regions on this planet and found many hidden gems that we included in our itineraries for you. Away from the touristy places you will get to know the region in its real beauty.

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PERSONAL FREEDOM is very important to us. We want to make your trip as pleasant as possible. This is why we leave it up to you if you want to ride together with the group or if you would rather go on your own and at your own speed. On an Edelweiss Bike Travel Tour you are absolutely free.

SAFETY Highest priority on all our tours is the safety of our customers. The annual first-aid training of our tour guides, well-maintained motorcycles, daily briefings with the whole group and a route that is suited to the riding abilities of the group and the conditions are the foundation of this aspect. Money transfers are a matter of trust. This is why your data will be transmitted via a secured internet connection and your deposit is secured by means of mortgages.

OUR MOTORCYCLES You can choose between many up-to-date motorcycles of the leading motorcycle companies. Of course, our bikes are frequently serviced and equipped with ABS and a luggage system for your security and comfort.

MORE THAN JUST MOTORCYCLING!

EDELWEISS WORLD TOURER PROGRAM This program offers regular travelers many great advantages. Free extra nights, motorcycle upgrades and T-Shirts show our appreciation for your loyalty.

MORE THAN JUST ORDINARY.

5 STAR SERVICE We are here for you and we won’t let you alone! All our 20 employees and travel experts are willing to help you regarding all questions about your trip that may arise.

MOTORCYCLES AT EDELWEISS BIKE TRAVEL WE OFFER THE PERFECT RIDE FOR EACH RIDER AND THE DIFFERENT TERRAINS!

WHAT’S FOR THE HIKER HIS SHOE, IS FOR A BIKER HIS BIKE

When going on a motorcycle tour, the motorcycle is one of the most essential parts of your trip. If you feel comfortable on the bike you sit on, it will be a fun and enjoyable experience. This is why we have so many different rides in our fleet – just the right bike to fit the individual preference and riding style. EVERYTHING THAT MAKES A RIDER’S HEART BEAT FASTER The Edelweiss fleet ranges from big touring to more agile and sporty bikes; from small engines to big twins; from powerful motorbikes to fun-to-ride scooters. The makes we offer include the latest models from our partner brands: BMW, Ducati, Harley-Davidson® and Triumph. On some tours Honda, Kawasaki, Suzuki, Royal Enfield and Vespa are offered too. We know how exciting it is to test ride a brand new model. On the other hand we know it can be nice to ride on your own, personal bike as well. So, with Edelweiss, both are possible: you can either ride one of our bikes or take your own motorcycle to the tour starting point. Either way, be assured it will be heaps of fun! Our company-owned fleet is stationed and maintained in Austria. Across Europe, we take our own bikes wherever possible – from Southern Italy to

Iceland, from Norway to the Atlantic Wall. On our overseas tour destinations, we have long-lasting relationships with trustworthy partners who provide the best suitable rides for their local terrain. Whenever possible, we equip our bikes with the accessories needed for a flawless motorcycle tour. If you have special requirements, let us know at the time of booking so we can arrange the required equipment according to your wishes and needs.

ONLY THE RIGHT CHOICE OF MOTORCYCLE RAISES THE FUN ON TOUR.

TAKE A MOMENT BEFORE MAKING YOUR CHOICE We know it is hard to pick from our choice of more than 150 bikes. However, before making your decision, please take a moment to consider whether the size and height of the bike is suitable for you; whether the bike is ideal for the terrain you will be travelling to; and whether it is suitable for the Edelweiss touring category you’ve chosen. Then consider if it will be comfortable for consecutive riding days for you (and your pillion). At best, go test ride the specific bike at a local dealership. If you are unsure, let us know and we will help you find the right bike for your perfect holiday experience!

Markus Hellrigl // Operations Manager

EDELWEISS TIP: If you want to know more about our fleet, check our website. It includes all the detailed specifics of our motorcycle models WWW.EDELWEISSBIKE.COM

HOW TO PACK

RIDING GEAR A. FULL FACE HELMETS ARE RECOMMENDED For EU tours the helmets need to be EC certified.

I PACK MY BAGS ...

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Is it your first motorcycle holiday and you are unsure what to wear? Or are you travelling to unknown destinations and you don’t know what you bring? No worries, we can help you with that! The right clothing and equipment adds to your fun and safety on tour. Our first advice, check what the weather and temperature is like in your touring destinations – of course the packing list varies depending if you are travelling to a tropically humid region, or if you are going to the colder climate circles. Our general Edelweiss packing tip: we recommend what we call the “Onion-Principle”: Wear one layer after the other, so you can take a layer off when getting too hot, or put another layer on when getting too cold. Use functional high-tech garments instead of cotton. They keep you from sweating and dry quickly.

E. RAIN GEAR TO PUT OVER YOUR REGULAR GEAR Weather on tour is what it is, and if it is raining, you better be prepared. Besides, rain gear is an essential item for your “Edelweiss-Onion-Principle” strategy.

F. FUNCTIONAL WEAR LONG SLEEVES A west and jumper or jacket just in case it gets cold. For potentially very cold destinations you may want to think about bringing electrical heated gear too.

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H. A MICRO FABRIC CLEANING CLOTH For your visor to wipe off all the dead bugs after or during a day’s ride

2. VALID DRIVER’S LICENCE Valid for the type of motorcycle you are riding and an international drivers licence if you are travelling abroad.

EDELWEISS TIP # Travelling to the tour start destination by plane: take your helmet, your riding jacket and the important travel documents and electronic devices in your carry-on. Because if your check in luggage happens to arrive delayed, you can relax and still look forward to your tour start. # Use packing cubes to organize casual ware.

# Use a small, preferably water resistant bag to carry the most important items (camera, documents…). 2.

CASUAL CLOTHING

4. PERSONAL MEDICINE 5. ELECTRICAL SOCKET ... ... and voltage adapter for the country you are travelling to. 6. PHOTO & VIDEO CAMERA EQUIPMENT 7. SUN PROTECTION 10.

9. EARPLUGS FOR RIDING Which may also come in handy if your roommate likes to snore. 10. EDELWEISS TOUR INFORMATION PACKAGE

G. THE BANDANA For one it looks good, two it keeps you warm, and three it keeps flies and bugs off

I. GPS NAVIGATION & MOUNTING SYSTEMS IF YOU LIKE On some tours they can be rented from us, or you bring your own. Don’t worry, if you are familiar with reading paper maps that is fine too, you can use those from our tour information package.

1. VALID PASSPORT For at least 6 months from the day of entry and a copy of it to keep it in your pocket or keep some copies of all your travel documents saved in the cloud.

8. DICTIONARY Bring a local language dictionary.

C. PROPER MOTORCYCLING BOOTS D. 2 PAIR OF GLOVES One warm and water-proof, one with vents for hot days, not only to protect you from the cold and sun, but also as a safety item.

3. MONEY Credit card and local currency in cash. Be sure to inform your credit card company where and when you are travelling.

B. FULL PROTECTION RIDING GEAR We advise to wear leather or Gore-Tex® material.

We recommend casual and dressy clothing and cushy shoes for the dinners and non-riding side-programs. Also do not forget to bring a sweater and jacket, as the nights may get chilly. Swimwear is good to have with you too – a lake, river or pool may just be around the next corner. Undies, socks, t-shirts and your tooth brush go without saying.

TOURING CATEGORIES CHOOSE YOUR TOURING CATEGORY

CLASSIC EDELWEISS TOURS

There is more than one way to explore our world on a two-wheeled steed. We at Edelweiss are convinced that the key to make our motorcycle vacations uniquely fun and unforgettable is the match between the touring category and the personal riding style. The Edelweiss touring categories are the next secret ingredient to offer “the best ride there is”. At Edelweiss you can chose from the top-notch luxurious ROYAL vacation for bon vivants to a CLASSIC riding style for the epicureans of the Edelweiss quality; to a laid-back TOURING CENTER or a casual and fun SCOOTER tour for those who simply want to enjoy the ride. For the more adventurous souls who enjoy exploring the unknown treasures off-the-beaten track and don’t mind the occasional optional hard-packed bits in-between, we offer our ADVENTURE or DISCOVERY tours to exotic, far-flung destinations. On our RIDE4FUN tours you will collect miles, passes and peaks and do less sightseeing along the way. And for those who are looking for a real motorcyclebrand-specific tour amongst likeminded fans, we offer EXCLUSIVE DUCATI ONLY, HARLEY-DAVIDSON® ONLY or TRIUMPH ONLY tours. These are brand-authorized tours directly aligned with the brands’ philosophy and lifestyles. New this year is the riding style we call “back to the roots” with our HELD tours. They are geared particularly to escaping the hustle and bustle of daily life.

ROYAL EDELWEISS TOURS

TOURING CENTER EDELWEISS TOURS

SCOOTER EDELWEISS TOURS

As the name implies, these tours are, well, CLASSIC! CLASSIC tours are generally round trip tours, from A to B to C and back to A again. It’s about the experience as whole: you will ride the roads you may have dreamt about, visit the cultural and historical sights about which you may have heard and enjoy the local cuisine. At some amazing places along the route, we will even prepare a picnic in the middle of breath-taking scenery. Wherever possible you will sleep in handpicked, homey 4 star hotels with a historical or regional flair that complements the CLASSIC touring style. On our CLASSIC tours you do not have to worry about your luggage, we will take it in our van from one hotel to the next. All you need to put on the bike each morning is yourself, your pillion if you have one, and whatever baggage you need during the day. At night your luggage awaits you in your rooms. Now how is that? That is just CLASSIC!

Do you dream about feeling “royal” on a well-deserved vacation? Do you want to fully immerse yourself in a foreign culture, sampling their cuisine? The top-notch Edelweiss ROYAL tours are just for you! Our Edelweiss ROYAL tours are built on the principles of our CLASSIC tours, with more individuality and those “little extras” here and there: your overnight stays are special and the cuisine outstanding. During the day you will ride in small groups and your tour guides walk “the extra mile” to fulfil your wishes along the way. On our ROYAL tours there is enough time to explore, go shopping, enjoy the spa or just glory in a glass of wine while the sun sets. To us, “feeling like royalty” means not having to worry about anything: you can take as many suitcases as you like, and we will make sure they are in your room before you arrive. ROYAL tours are all about comfort, from the time you wake up until the time you start dreaming about the next day’s ride. That’s ROYAL!

Do you want to explore a motorcycle rider’s paradises at its very best? Do you want to see it all, ride it all? Do you cherish the freedom to choose everyday if you want to get in the saddle or rather kick back for a day at the spa with your special someone? Then the Edelweiss TOURING CENTER category is just made for you and your partner – it is an ideal couple’s tour, even for those with varied interests! The benefits of staying in one place during your vacation are obvious: no packing and unpacking, no asking around where the pool is, or when dinner is ready. Enjoy the routine and familiarity, while discovering new routes and hidden treasures every day. For our TOURING CENTERS we hand-pick places where you can do everything: go riding, go shopping, go sightseeing or enjoy the spa. It is your choice every day. You can get up early or sleep in, ride as long as you like either by yourself or join our guide. Simply put, a TOURING CENTER will be a vacation to recharge your batteries.

They’re here, they’re there, they’re everywhere. They’re refreshing, they’re different and they’re agile and great fun to ride around on. Our Edelweiss SCOOTER tours provide vacations with a uniquely light-hearted lifestyle of enjoyment and pleasure! One can explore the tiniest paths at a leisurely pace – these tours are not about accumulating miles and mountain peaks. A true Scootisty just winds through any city traffic and heads for the next piazza. Our SCOOTER tours are about enjoying life to its fullest. Organized as touring center with star-rides each day or as roundtrip with support van. You don’t have to worry about packing your whole luggage under your seat; just take what you need for a leisurely day out. There may even still be room for a little local shopping. Life can be so beautiful!

TOURING CATEGORIES ADVENTURE EDELWEISS TOURS

RIDE4FUN EDELWEISS TOURS

DISCOVERY EDELWEISS TOURS

HELD EDELWEISS TOURS

ADVENTURE tours are for the adventurous souls. We travel to exotic destinations where few motorcycle riders have left a trail before. To enjoy these Edelweiss tours you do not have to be an off-road expert: we pick routes that are in good conditions and mostly on tarmac. If you do like occasional unpaved bites, on some legs of your trip there may be an option to do so too. And if not, don’t worry, our guides on the bikes or in the support van will help you with whatever you may encounter, from water crossings to sand blown desert parts or other unexpected surprises. The hotels are usually comfortable middle-class hotels in local styles, so be open minded. Food and dining will be local as well, but again, don’t worry we make sure you don’t starve. We have a support van with us. In very remote situations it follows the group for safety reasons, rather than being first at the hotel to bring your luggage to your rooms.

Fun is the key word for our RIDE4FUN Tours. On these tours we focus on riding, and pick routes specifically suited to this objective. There is less sight-seeing and more conquering of the best motorcycle roads to be found. RIDE4FUN also means that we “go local” with quaint little restaurants and bars cherished by the locals. You will stay in hotels with local flair, which are comfortable for a good night’s sleep after a long riding day but not over the top in prices or amenities. You will have a tour guide on the motorbike, but no luggage van. It is your decision if you follow the guide or take off to discover the region with your bunch of friends. What you need to consider, though, is that your week’s supply of shirts, socks and your toothbrush all go on your bike. Easy with the storage cases installed on your bike, but be sure your pillion likes that style of riding too. RIDE4FUN truly means ride for fun, with excitement and enjoyment.

Do you dream about experiencing a true journey of a lifetime? Do you want to ride as far as you can go and as far as you can see? Join us on an Edelweiss DISCOVERY tour! They are the next challenging step up from the ADVENTURE touring program. These tours are longer, tougher, occasionally even provide the flair of an expedition. You will need endurance, stamina, physical fitness and many miles of riding experience to fully enjoy these trips. Along the way it means getting out of your comfort zone. You may even share an occasional tear of exhaustion or happiness, experiencing personal growth, feeling pride and gratitude. When participating in a DISCOVERY tour you will get to know yourself, your travel companions and the areas you are riding in. The DISCOVERY tours lead you to remote places, you will literally conquer far-away lands. At the end, you will take home incredible memories to share and tales to tell.

Our HELD tours we run in cooperation with the German motorcycle gear manufacturer “Held”. The concept is simple: back to the roots! Ride in style, dine in style, and everything without rush or hustle. Take your time and explore the region. On rest days you can follow your guide to the best Trattorias, L’Osterias and little Taverns. On the transfer days it is time to navigate yourself while your guide drives your luggage. The groups are small and intimate, and so are our chosen guesthouses and inns. Enjoy the homey flair of family owned places, where the cooking is still like at Mama’s house. “Slow Food” is what they call regional, traditional cooking and that is what you should be looking forward to. HELD tours combine a unique approach of having the luxury of a luggage shuttle on hotel transfer days, while riding in style on your own bike or on one of our Scrambler bikes. It is time to feel heroic!

BRANDED TOURS YOUR BIKE IS YOUR LIFESTYLE ... Everyone makes certain choices in life which define who we are. Everyone is unique and there is no one else who is just like us. Except for those people who share the same passion and love for one thing: riding a motorcycle. We connect, we klick, we get each other and that is the beauty of it. We at Edelweiss get you and that’s why we have partnered with DUCATI, HARLEYDAVIDSON® and TRIUMPH to design rides that are aligned with our Edelweiss Touring categories and their philosophies and lifestyles. We are very proud to be elected Travel Partner of our exclusive motorcycle partners and want to thank our partners for the excellent, long-standing cooperation.

HARLEY-DAVIDSON® ONLY

BMW MOTORRAD

Have you ever dreamed about riding an iron steed around Europe with a bunch of fellow enthusiasts who share your passion for big twins? Do you want to see more than the Route 66 and the Highway #1, discovering the beauty of Europe and Northern Africa on an epic Harley tour? Then our official and ever expending exclusive HARLEY-DAVIDSON® touring program is just made for you.

Since 1980, when Werner Wachter started Edelweiss Bike Travel, BMW Motorrad has been part of this unique and ever-growing touring program that inspires motorcycle riders from all over the world to travel. Within this most comprehensive worldwide program, our BMW motorcycles keep proving their excellent qualities. The company‘s certified tour guides are in keeping with the high quality standards of BMW Motorrad. Discover our planet on the BMW motorcycle of your choice and let your dreams become reality. Svenia Ohlsen, Brand Experience, BMW Motorrad

DUCATI After seven years of intense cooperation with the guys at Edelweiss Bike Travel, we can say that they know very well how to welcome Ducatisti from all over the world and how to take care of our brand and products. Ducati‘s passion for high performance is reflected in the commitment of Edelweiss Bike Travel to total customer satisfaction. This commitment makes our partnership a true success and working together a real pleasure. Taking a Ducati on an Edelweiss Bike Travel tour is an unique experience that every motorcyclist should enjoy. Patrizia Cianetti, Marketing Director Ducati Motor Holding © Ted Goslinga

DUCATI ONLY

HARLEY-DAVIDSON®

Can you think of a better place to inhale the “Forza Italia” atmosphere than on a Moto GP racetrack, the Ducati factory or while chasing turns on a latest Ducati bike around the Alps? Our exclusive DUCATI tours in the official Ducati Travel Experience program offer the red-hearted spirit with the Italian passion and lifestyle to its fullest. Check out our annual travelling program and be sure there is new excitement every year.

We at Harley-Davidson® are very pleased to work with Edelweiss for over 7 years now as part of our International Harley-Davidson® Authorized Tours Program. They bring many years of experience and a vast understanding of what our customers want. Harley-Davidson® is a unique brand with an iconic heritage and Edelweiss’s adventurous flair brings an new dimension to the range of our H-D Authorized Tours. The team at Edelweiss demonstrate passion and enthusiasm whilst offering quality and memorable tours, which for our customers is why they choose Harley-Davidson®. Thank you Edelweiss! Sarah Lewis, Harley-Davidson International Marketing Programs Manager © Ed Buelsing

TRIUMPH ONLY

TRIUMPH Are you ready to go off to explore where the Explorer comes from and where the Tiger is born? Do you want to inhale the excitement on Isle of Man or see what you and your Triumph are capable of when crossing through water passage on the Island of Ice?

The continued development and expansion of the Triumph model range enables us to develop a truly competitive customer riding experience. We recognize the increasing need to offer worldwide global tours that excite and inspire the rider. Edelweiss Bike Travel has a proven track record of planning and managing truly memorable tours in the world’s most fantastic locations. We are pleased to continue this partnership and we are confident that every rider will create memories that will last a lifetime.

Check out our exclusive TRIUMPH tour dates to find your perfect tour of a lifetime.

Gareth Bright, Customer Experience Manager, Triumph Motorcycles © Michael Kreuzmeier

MAKE THE MOST OF YOUR JOURNEY © Domenico Schiano

Discover the city you start your tour in!

GUIDED CITY TOUR

ADD-ON PROGRAMS TAKE THE OPPORTUNITY AND MAKE THE MOST OF YOUR TRIP WITH OUR ADD-ON PROGRAMS. ADD-ON DAY WITH GUIDED CITY TOUR You are on a tour that starts/ends either in Innsbruck, Vienna, Munich, Florence, Rome, Paris, Barcelona, Málaga or Dublin? Then you should definitely add a day to your trip, because these cities are absolutely worth visiting. Edelweiss makes this easier for you than ever before: Just book an additional day with accommodation and your tour guide will show you the must-see highlights of the city. Additionally, you will learn something about its history and you will go eat where the locals do. No tourist traps for you – there is no better way to get to know the city of your tour start than with Edelweiss. ADD-ON DAY WITH ALPS PREP COURSE You chose a tour through the Alps that starts in Tyrol, Austria? You want to be well-prepared for all those steep hairpin turns and narrow roads? Arrive a day early to take part in the Alps Riding Prep Course to start off your tour safe and confident. Your tour guide will help you get to know your bike and practice those breaking and cornering techniques that will await you on an alps tour. After this full day of practicing you will master even the tightest switchbacks. This course is also suited for two-up riders so driver and passenger can get used to the new bike and roads these mountains offer. THE ADD-ON PROGRAMS WILL TAKE PLACE WITH MINIMUM 1 PARTICIPANT/RIDER

THE PRICE INCLUDES # Additional overnight with breakfast and dinner in the hotel # Tour guide for the whole day (who will either be your personal city tour guide or riding instructor.) # Lunch and coffee breaks included # Entry fees for museums etc. depending on the itinerary # Motorcycle rental for the Alpine Prep Course

ALPS PREP COURSE Get ready for alpine motorcycle riding!

You will see the program availability on the respective tour page in this catalogue.

CUSTOM TOURS

JUST YOU & YOUR RIDING BUDDIES NO LIMITS, NO BOUNDARIES! Decide for yourself when you want to ride, where you want to go and with whom you want to go – we will tailor a tour to match your group’s wishes. Edelweiss has scouted, mapped out, developed and guided more than 2,650 tours. Any time of year, on nearly every continent – except Antarctica. We have organized motorcycle tours from themed “Wine and Dine Tours“ to exclusive “Ride and Hike vacations“ and much more! You can adapt an existing tour here or there or we can create a totally new and unique offering for you and your peers. No matter where on earth you want to go, we can set up a tour for you scheduling the route, the dates, the accommodations and the bikes, with everything according your wishes. Anything. Anytime. Anywhere. There is just one promise: You and your exclusive group of friends or company associates and affiliates will benefit from our vast experience in tailor-made touring solutions. IT’S EASY. JUST TELL US ALL ABOUT IT AND WE WILL ARRANGE THE REST 1

Decide where, when and how long your perfect tour should be.

How many people are coming? What kind of bikes would you like to ride?

What is the emphasis of your tour: riding long hours or arriving early to enjoy sightseeing and culinary delights?

Contact the Edelweiss custom tour department and let us prepare the perfect proposal for your specific tour: CUSTOMTOURS@EDELWEISSBIKE.COM

EDELWEISS CUSTOM TOUR EXPERIENCE OFFERS YOU UNLIMITED OPPORTUNITY TO TRAVEL THE WORLD EXACTLY THE WAY YOU WANT!

What do you want us to include in the offer: full board, luggage transportation, 1 or 2 or more tour guides, etc…?

Karin Gritsch // Customtour Management

FREE & INDEPENDENT TOURING BE FOOTLOOSE AND FANCY-FREE! Enjoy the fascination of travelling on your own. We offer Edelweiss Rental and Self-Guided Tour Packages for all free-spirited souls out there! Are you one of those riders, who cherish independence and love to go riding autonomously? Do you appreciate the freedom to stop anywhere you want, anytime you want, simply riding at your own pace? If so, we can rent you one of our Edelweiss bikes, and add a self-guided tour package if you like, and we encourage you to go off to explore on your own. Edelweiss headquarters is located at the heart of the Alps, in the “center of the motorcycle universe”. From there you can start an endless array of epic motorcycle journeys of unlimited fun on high Alpine roads! Trust us, there is no better place from which to start your individual motorcycle tour, as it saves you long and boring hours of driving just getting to those nice mountain passes. Instead, spend your precious vacation time literally playing in our backyard! We can perfectly adjust our offer to meet your needs. You can simply rent one of our late model, top-serviced bikes, with pick-up and drop-off at Edelweiss headquarters, or you can add an exclusively organized self-guided tour package. You have total flexibility in times and dates, and we can even arrange a door-todoor shuttle, which brings you from your arrival airport to Edelweiss Bike Travel. Any wishes left? If you dare to explore the Alps by yourself, let us know and contact our new Edelweiss Rental department directly at: RENTALS@EDELWEISSBIKE.COM

CONQUER EUROPE’S NICEST ROADS WITH OUR NEW SELF-GUIDED TOURS AND BIKE RENTAL SERVICE. Tobias Wachter // Strategic Operations Manager

Triumph Tiger 800 XCx, from € 108,-/day*

* Listed prices are including basic comprehensive Ligurisches insurance and refer Meerto an example rental period of 5 days.

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Millstatt PRECIOUS DOLOMITES 7D Bozen Austria / Germany / Italy

Adriatisches Meer

Toskana

ÖSTERREICH

Schruns

Sünders

Florence

Three fascinating routes will show you different parts of the Alps. You will ride on approved Edelweiss Bike Travel routes through this incredible motorcycle region. Furthermore, Edelweiss will organize the hotels and motorcycle for you. Not just the tour date is flexible, you can even choose between three different hotel categories (boarding and guest houses, 3* – 4* hotels and 4* – 5* hotels). When going on a selfguided tour you can just focus on what really counts: Getting on your bike and enjoy the ride!

Warth

LIECHTENSTEIN

ITALY

FRANCE

Cortina d'Ampezzo

ITALIEN

FRAKREICH

Cortina d'Ampezzo

SLOWENIEN

The Dolomites are one of the world’s most stunning places and even more so on a motorcycle. 6 nights / 5 riding days Prices start at USD 830,-

EUROPE´S FINEST ROADS 7E Austria / France / Germany / Liechtenstein / Switzerland Get a glimpse of it all and enjoy it whilst sitting on a motorcycle! 6 nights / 5 riding days Prices start at USD 830,-

ARRIVAL If you arrive by car there is a free parking area at the rental station. You can park your car here for the time of your rental. If you choose to take the plane the nearest airports are Innsbruck and Munich. You can then take either the train and/or the bus to Mieming.

STELVIO – KING OF THE ALPS 7S Austria / Germany / Italy / Switzerland

Passo della Stelvio – Europe´s most prestige pass.

WE WILL BE PLEASED TO ADVISE YOU.

Warth

AUSTRIA

Harley-Davidson® Heritage Softtail, from € 162/day*

DEUTSCHLAND

Oberehnheim

Ligurisches Meer

CZECHIA OUR TOUR IN YOUR HANDS You want to do a motorcycle tour, but you need to be as flexible as possible? With our self-guided tours you can do that. Plus, you will benefit from the professional organization and 38 years of experience Rothenburgtouring of Edelweiss Bike Travel. True in motorcycle to the motto “Freedom on 2 wheels” we created this new touring concept.

Heidelberg

GERMANY

Bozen

Venedig

CZECHIA

Rothenburg

FRAKREICH

IE AT

Ducati Multistrada 1200, from € 126,-/day*

Venedig

520 km

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145

Mailand

BMW 1200 GS, from € 126,-/day*

Gardasee

RENTAL STATION Edelweiß Bike Travel Sportplatzweg 6 6414 Mieming, Österreich Tel.: +43.5264.5690 E-Mail: rentals@edelweissbike.com

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Europas schönste Straßen Stilfser Joch - König der Alpen Faszination Dolomiten

Europe's ﬁnest Roads Stelvio - King of the Alps Precious Dolomites

Salzburg

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BOOKING MADE EASY # Just type in your desired bike rental period on our website www.edelweissbike.com/rentals. # All available bikes in that time period will be shown. # Choose the bike you would like to ride and pay online through our secured website. # Pick up your bike and off you go. Ride safe!

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260 km

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Innsbruck

280 km

Zürich

40 km

In the heart of the Alps a top and up-to-date bike awaits you. Our rental station is the perfect starting point for your next motorcycle adventure.

München

130

260 km

145

MOTROCYCLE RENTAL Zürich

Salzburg

6 nights / 5 riding days Prices start at USD 940,-

WORLD TOUR THE ULTIMATE RIDE

DISCOVERY EDELWEISS TOURS

FROM NORTH TO SOUTH, FROM EAST TO WEST. WE CONQUER IT ALL. You may have read about such an adventurous journey-of-a-lifetime in a magazine, seen it on TV, or even listened to a repatriate talk about it. It can definitely be called “the ultimate adventure” and every motorcycle rider’s dream: circumnavigating our planet on a motorbike! Edelweiss offers just that with the WOLRD TOUR, which takes you around the globe! Now how is that? If you feel that is too long for a consecutive adventure, no problem. Simply choose from the seven individual sections and assemble your personal WORLD TOUR just the way you want. Seize your chance and become one of those world travellers and inspiring storytellers yourself! CARPE DIEM! SOONER, RATHER THAN LATER, AND DEFINITELY NOT NEVER. Imagine riding some of the most legendary roads this world has to offer along the Panamericana, across the historical European mainland into exotic Asian countries, on the arcane islands of the Asian Pacific or on the African continent. The WORLD TOUR, or individual sections of it, covers all you can think of: from colourful contrasts in vibrant, modern super-cities to tranquil beaches, from busy 5-lane highways to deserted dirt tracks, from parched deserts to lush tropical rainforests – simply put, on the WORLD TOUR you will discover the diversity and beauty our Earth and its cultures have to offer.

MOTORCYCLE LIFESTYLE IN ITS PURE CULTURE! VISITING FOREIGN COUNTRIES AND MEETING FOREIGN CULTURES WITH YOUR BIKE AND EDELWEISS IS SIMPLY INIMITABLE! Heiri Gallmann // World Tour Repatriate

IS THIS SOMETHING YOU REALLY WANT TO DO? Will it be fun? Yes. Will it be extraordinary and unforgettable? Yes. It will also be challenging, demanding, frustrating and strenuous – this we know since we began the WORLD TOUR program in 2011! You need to understand, that the WORLD TOUR is unlike other Edelweiss tours. It is assigned to the DISCOVERY touring category, which includes of a hint of an expeditional flair with long riding days, and sometimes technically challenging roads in various conditions. You will need physical and mental strength, be ready to leave your comfort zone and be a team-spirited person. Our most important goal on this extraordinary journey is that you all arrive safe and sound at the end of each section, with a ton of unforgettable and magic moments!

WORLD TOUR

NORTH-EAST ASIA NORTH-EAST EUROPE

Tallin

MUNICH – MOSCOW – RIGA (1MR) 34 days, page 40

Los Angeles

LOS ANGELES – PANAMA CITY (1LP) 42 days, page 146

EDELWEISS TOURS

Riga

Munich

NORTH/CENTRAL AMERICA

THE ULTIMATE RIDE

DISCOVERY

TALLINN – MOSCOW – BANGKOK (1TB) 73 days, page 182

SOUTH-EAST EUROPE

Istanbul

Discover our world either in one continuous journey or assemble your own itinerary with individual sections. Based on our vast experience of 38 years and our insights from the start of the WORLD TOUR in 2011, we have put together an agenda which contains six continents. It is the ultimate dream of every motorcycle touring enthusiast who is on the search for new adventures, unforgettable encounters, unique experiences and personal growth! EDELWEISS TIP: Order your free Worldtour brochure with lots of travel stories under:

MIDDLE EAST/ASIA

MUNICH – ISTANBUL (1MI) 33 days, page 42

WWW.EDELWEISSBIKE.COM ISTANBUL – BANGKOK (1IB) 80 days, page 184

Bangkok Panama City

Bogota SOUTH AMERICA

Dar es Salaam

BOGOTA – PUNTA ARENAS (1BP) 73 days, page 148

Denpasar

AFRICA

SOUTH-EAST ASIA

CAPE TOWN – DAR ES SALAAM (1CD) 46 days, page 172

BANGKOK – BALI (1BB) 45 days, page 186

Cape Town

Punta Arenas

2018

2019 SOUTH-EAST EUROPE

AFRICA

NORTH-EAST EUROPE

SOUTH AMERICA

JAN

FEB

MIDDLE EAST/ASIA

MAR

APR

MAY

JUN

JUL

AUG

NORTH-EAST ASIA

SEP

OCT

2020

NORTH/CENTRAL AMERICA

AFRICA

SOUTH-EAST ASIA

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SOUTH-EAST EUROPE

NORTH-EAST EUROPE

SOUTH AMERICA

DEC

JAN

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MAR

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MAY

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JUL

NORTH/CENTRAL AMERICA

MIDDLE EAST/ASIA

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NORTH-EAST ASIA

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SOUTH-EAST ASIA

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E-BIKE TOURS AUSTRIA CROATIA FRANCE ITALY NORWAY SPAIN

EXPLORE THE WORLD IN A TRANQUIL WAY The trendy e-bicycle tours offer you a way to sustainably explore our world silently and eco-friendly. E-bicycle tours are “active relaxing vacations”, far off-the-beatentrack. They are all about enjoying nature’s beauty, local cuisine and unwinding in charming accommodation. With the new Edelweiss e-Bicycle Tours you can explore the world in a totally new manner. Riding on selected paths will let you discover certain regions in the purest way. Enjoy local cuisine and experience culture to its fullest; it is not at all about physical exertion. With your e-bicycle you can individually define the power level of your electric motor at any time. The e-motor of your bicycle is ready to assist at any time. If you enjoy physical activity in nature, the e-bicycle tours are made for you and your whole family. IN THE MIDDLE OF NATURE AND IN THE MIDST OF LIFE The daily riding schedule leaves enough time for you to explore local sights en route. On our well-deserved breaks the tour guide will tell you all you need to know about history, geography and much more. UNWIND WHILE EXPLORING THE WORLD Our e-bicycle selected touring destinations offer a great variety: experience nature’s wonders and cultural treasures in Tuscany

or learn about excellent wine regions in Southern France. Culinary delights and fascinating culture await us in Spain. The landscape in Norway is hard to be excelled. In Austria we discover a pure nature paradise with idyllic Alpine pastures. A breath-taking scenery welcomes us in Croatia. All these regions have one thing in common: they are ideal bicycle destinations. WHERE DOES YOUR LUGGAGE GO; WHAT IF YOUR BATTERY IS DRAINED; OR IF THE WEATHER IS REALLY BAD? The very best: on these e-bicycle tours, you can of course, look forward to our well-known Edelweiss services. For instance, your luggage will be transported in our support van, which also carries drinks and snacks and spare batteries. If you do want to hop on at some point, no worries, we will bring you safely to our next hotel. In addition to ensure your safety, all our e-bicycles also come with a helmet. Are you ready to explore this new way of travelling? Then visit our website for more details.

WWW.EDELWEISSBICYCLE.COM

TRAVELLING BY BICYCLE MEANS REALLY GETTING TO KNOW FOREIGN CULTURES, WHILE INHALING THE BREATH-TAKING SCENERIES! Stephan Weckschmied // Marketing and Sales

EDELWEISS TIP: Request your free Edelweiss E-Bike Tour Catalog under: WWW.EDELWEISSBICYCLE.COM

EUROPE ALBANIA ANDORRA AUSTRIA BOSNIA-HERZEGOVINA CROATIA CZECH REPUBLIC ESTONIA FINLAND FRANCE GERMANY GIBRALTAR GREECE HUNGARY ICELAND IRELAND ITALY LATVIA LIECHTENSTEIN LITHUANIA MACEDONIA MONTENEGRO NORWAY POLAND PORTUGAL ROMANIA RUSSIA SAN MARINO SLOVAKIA SLOVENIA SPAIN SWITZERLAND UNITED KINGDOM

EUROPE

CENTRAL EUROPE MYSTERY RIDE

RNN – 9 days, page 46

WORLD TOUR NORTH-EAST EUROPE MUNICH – MOSCOW – RIGA

ALPS AND LAKES

Austria / Germany CAL – 7 days, page 48

Germany / Austria / Hungary / Slovakia / Poland / Czech Republic / Lithuania / Latvia / Estonia / Russia 1MR – 34 days, page 40

BEST OF EUROPE

Austria / France / Germany / Liechtenstein / Switzerland BOE – 9 days, page 50

WORLD TOUR SOUTH-EAST EUROPE MUNICH – ISTANBUL

Germany / Austria / Italy / Slovenia / Croatia / Bosnia-Herzegovina / Montenegro / Albania / Greece / Turkey 1MI – 33 days, page 42

TOURING CENTER ALPS

Austria / Germany / Italy / Switzerland ATC – 7 days, page 52

ALPS EXTREME

ALPS RIDING ACADEMY

Austria / Italy 4AE – 8 days, page 54

Italy 6AA – 7 days, page 44

HIGH ALPINE TOUR

THE ULTIMATE ALPS TOUR

TOURING CENTER DOLOMITES

GRAND ALPS TOUR

KINGS AND CASTLES TOUR

LIFE IS BEAUTIFUL – ALPINE WONDERLAND

EASTERN EUROPEAN DELIGHTS

Italy / Austria / Switzerland RTV – 10 days, page 62

Croatia / Austria / Poland / Romania / Slovakia / Slovenia / Czech Republic / Hungary CEE – 14 days, page 72

ALPS BY SCOOTER

EUROPEAN BIKE WEEK

Italy / Austria / Switzerland CUA – 10 days, page 58

France / Italy / Liechtenstein / Austria / Switzerland CGA – 15 days, page 60

Italy / Austria 2AL – 8 days, page 64

Italy / Austria DTC – 7 days, page 68

Germany / Austria / Poland / Slovakia / Czech Republic / Hungary CKC – 15 days, page 70

Germany / Italy / Austria / Slovenia 5EB – 10 days, page 74

PEAKS AND PASSES

Austria / Germany / Italy / Switzerland 5AL – 8 days, page 66

Austria / Germany / Italy / Liechtenstein / Switzerland HAT – 8 days, page 56

ANDALUSIA RIDING ACADEMY Spain 6SA – 7 days, page 44

SOUTHERN EUROPE

EDELWEISS REUNION WEEKEND

MOTO GP MUGELLO & THE BEST OF ITALY

Germany EBK – 3 days, page 216

Italy 9MU – 8 days, page 77

MOTO GP CATALUNYA & THE PYRENEES Spain 9CP – 8 days, page 78

MOTO GP VALENCIA & THE ROUTE OF DON QUIJOTE Spain 9VA – 8 days, page 79

RIDERS PARADISE – CORSICA & SARDINIA France / Italy 9SK – 12 days, page 80

AROUND MOUNT ETNA Italy CSI – 7 days, page 82

ROME TO SICILY

Italy RTS – 11 days, page 84

TOUR OF SICILY

BACK TO THE ROOTS PIEDMONT & LIGURIA

CROATIA TO GREECE

Italy HPL – 8 days, page 90

Albania / Bosnia-Herzegovina / Greece / Croatia / Macedonia / Montenegro CCG – 14 days, page 108

BACK TO THE ROOTS IN SARDINIA

TOUR OF THE PYRENEES

Italy HSA – 9 days, page 92

Andorra / France / Spain PYT – 8 days, page 110

TOUR OF TUSCANY

PYRENEES EXTREME

UNDER THE TUSCAN SUN

ST. JAMES WAY: TAPAS, PEAKS & TURNS

TUSCANY BY SCOOTER

PUEBLOS BLANCOS

MEDITERRANEAN ALPS EXTREME

ANDALUSIA TOUR

ADRIATIC ROLLERCOASTER EXTREME

SOUTHERN SPAIN EXTREME

Italy / San Marino BIT – 9 days, page 94

Italy 5IT – 10 days, page 96 Italy 2TU – 7 days, page 98

France / Italy 4SA – 9 days, page 100

Italy 5SI – 7 days, page 86

Bosnia-Herzegovina / Croatia / Austria /Slovenia 4SC – 8 days, page 102

SOUTHERN ITALY EXTREME

CROATIA BY SCOOTER

Italy 4SI – 8 days, page 88

Croatia / Slovenia 2CR – 7 days, page 104

PEARLS OF THE ADRIATIC SEA

Bosnia-Herzegovina / Croatia / Montenegro CAS – 10 days, page 106

France / Spain 4PE – 9 days, page 112

France / Portugal / Spain CBS – 15 days, page 114 Gibraltar / Spain 5AN – 7 days, page 116 Gibraltar / Spain ATS – 8 days, page 118 Spain 4AN – 8 days, page 120

CHRISTOPHER COLUMBUS TOUR Portugal / Spain CCC – 11 days, page 122

TOURING CENTER TENERIFE Spain TTE – 7 days, page 124

NORTHERN EUROPE FROM PARIS TO OMAHA

ADVENTURE NORTH CAPE

IRELAND AND THE WILD ATLANTIC WAY

THE VIKING EXPERIENCE

SCOTTISH HIGHLAND & ISLE OF MAN

ICELAND – FIRE AND ICE

France CPO – 12 days, page 126

Norway CVE – 10 days, page 128

Finland / Norway ANC – 14 days, page 132 United Kingdom CGB – 12 days, page 134

Ireland / United Kingdom CIR – 11 days, page 136 Iceland 3FI – 11 days, page 138

TOURING CENTER NORWAY Norway NTC – 7 days, page 130

FINNLAND NORWAY

EUROPE

Sankt Petersburg

Tallinn

SWEDEN

ESTONIA LATVIA Baltic Sea

DENMARK

Riga

LITHUANIA

Moscow

Vilnius

RUSSIA BELARUS

Berlin

POLAND

GERMANY Prague

CZECH REPUBLIC Munich

Mieming

Vienna

AUSTRIA SLOVENIA

ITALY

DISCOVERY EDELWEISS TOURS

ADVENTURE WORLD TOUR – MUNICH – MOSCOW – RIGA

ADVENTURE, UNFORGETTABLE MOMENTS, AND FRIENDS FOR A LIFETIME!

AUSTRIA / CZECH REPUBLIC / ESTONIA / GERMANY / HUNGARY / LATVIA / LITHUANIA / POLAND / RUSSIA / SLOVAKIA Once we have picked up our bikes and enjoyed a few days in and around Munich (to get acclimatised), we will head south for Austria. Our goal is Mieming, the home of Edelweiss Bike Travel.

SECTION NORTH-EAST EUROPE 1MR

We will spend a rest day in each of the capitals, giving us time to realize that we are crossing borders that 20 years ago seemed as solid and immutable as stone walls. Our road to St. Petersburg takes us across one of these borders. After completing some fairly intricate and strenuous border formalities, we will enter the largest country on Earth. Two days riding via Vyshny Volochok will take us to Moscow and give us our first glimpse of the grand scale of this enormous country and how the tour would go on riding to Asia. Participants finishing the European leg will leave Moscow, after an impressive rest day, to reach the final destination in the Latvian capital of Riga – completing the toll and import formalities is far easier in the European Union – and end a fantastic section filled with a bounty of natural, cultural and culinary highlights.

On the way there we will visit the world-famous Schloss Neuschwanstein and tackle the first alpine twisties of the tour. During the following days we will get to know the Edelweiss team, ride the Alps all the way to the Passo Stelvio, and then make our way via Salzburg to Budapest. On the way we will also pass through some of the most excellent wine regions Europe has to offer. A bottle or two might have to be sampled. Leaving the Hungarian capital behind us, we will head north and pass through Slovakia as we head for Krakow in Poland. After a wellearned break, it will be time to pay our respects as we visit the infamous concentration camp of Auschwitz. From there we turn west, heading for Prague, capital of the Czech Republic. A rest day will allow us ample time to visit the stunning historical city center and sample some of the fantastic pubs this beautiful town has to offer. The roads through the Ore Mountains take us back towards Germany. The old town of Dresden and the new city of Berlin are two of the many highlights of this section. After another rest day, we head east through Kolberg and Reszel. Poland will enchant us with its beautiful Baltic beaches, the Masurian Lakes and cosy evenings with hearty food. Vilnius marks our entry into the New Europe: untouched nature, pretty little towns, the historic capitals of the Baltic States are just some of the highlights of this route.

UKRAINE

Kraków

SLOVAKIA MOLDOVA

Budapest

HUNGARY

CROATIA

ROMANIA SERBIA

Black Sea

FACTS # # #

DURATION: 34 DAYS DISTANCE: ca. 3.700 mi DIFFICULTY RIDING HRS/DAY SIGHTSEEING

TOUR DATES 02 AUG – 04 SEP 2018 01 AUG – 03 SEP 2019

HIGHLIGHTS # Bavarian sociability in Munich # Royal castles of King Ludwig II # Fantastic Alpine passes # Mozart’s Salzburg # Obersalzberg and Eagles Nest # International life style in Vienna # The fascinating double city of Budapest # Sweeping roads through the Tatra Mountains # Old Town of Prague # Dresden and the Semperoper Opera House # Lively Berlin # Marienburg fortress # Masurian Lakes in Poland # St. Petersburg and the Hermitage # Moscow, Kreml, Gorky Park # and many more ...

POLAND CZECH REPUBLIC

GERMANY

EUROPE

SLOVAKIA Munich

UKRAINE

AUSTRIA HUNGARY

MOLDOVA

SLOVENIA

ROMANIA

CROATIA BOSNIA AND HERZEGOVINA

Pula

ITALY

Split Adriatic Sea

SERBIA BULGARIA

Dubrovnik

MONTENEGRO

Tirana

ALBANIA

MACEDONIA Istanbul Thessaloniki

Tyrrhenian Sea

DISCOVERY EDELWEISS TOURS

ADVENTURE WORLD TOUR – MUNICH – ISTANBUL

THE CULTURAL MELTING POT BALKAN INSPIRES WITH FLAIR AND A LOT OF HISTORY.

SECTION SOUTH-EAST EUROPE 1MI ALBANIA / AUSTRIA / BOSNIA-HERZEGOVINA / CROATIA / GERMANY / GREECE / ITALY / MONTENEGRO / SLOVENIA / TURKEY

Black Sea

Ionian Sea

Meteora

Aegean Sea

GREECE

TURKEY

Mediterranean Sea

FACTS # # #

DURATION: 33 DAYS DISTANCE: ca. 3.000 mi DIFFICULTY RIDING HRS/DAY SIGHTSEEING

TOUR DATES 18 JUL – 19 AUG 2018 17 JUL – 18 AUG 2019

This section is an alternative route to our European section. Heading into Asia on the southern route, this section links up with our SOUTH-EAST ASIA section. We depart Munich heading south, across the Eastern Alps and two to three days ride along hidden, twisty roads take us to the Mediterranean Sea. The Adriatic will be our companion for the next two weeks as we take in its many well-known (and some not-so-well-known) attractions. As we head ever further towards the South-East of Europe our route will take us along the legendary Magistrale, across picturesque Mediterranean islands and into the almost untouched wilderness of the hinterlands. The Istrian peninsula with its historical towns of Rovinj, Hum and Pula, each with thousands of years of human history; the coastal cities of Rijeka, Split and Dubrovnik; the Krka National Park as well as Mostar in Bosnia-Herzegovina with the its tragic old town bridge “Stari Most” are just some of the major highlights along this route. Leaving the southern Croatian coastline behind we head inland into Montenegro and Albania and continue our tour along roads almost undiscovered by motorcyclists. Our route will take us through regions untouched by modern tourism. Soon it is time to say goodbye to the Balkans as we cross the border in to Greece, where we will head straight for the world-famous monasteries of Meteora. Endless twisties will take us through northern Greece and past Mount Olympus.

Heading through Macedonia and Thrace we find ourselves enchanted by Greece’s never-ending array of historical sites, all intermingled with beaches that are perfect for a relaxing nap in the sun. A heady mix of scents from the land and the sea and the warm air on our faces herald some of the most relaxed riding on this trip. We embrace the Mediterranean lifestyle as we sample the excellent coastal cuisine and wines and take in the joie de vivre of this beautiful country. Four weeks on the road and we finally reach our destination: Turkey, the Marmara Sea and the capital of the old Byzantine Empire – Istanbul.

HIGHLIGHTS # Herrenchiemsee Palace # Grossglockner High Alpine Road # Postojna caves # Jadranska Magistrala # Krka National Park # Diokletian-Palace in Split # Mostar and Stari Most # Meteora Monasteries # Istanbul with Hagia Sophia and Topkapi Palace # and many more ...

BECOME A BETTER AND SAFE RIDER

EUROPE

ALPS RIDING ACADEMY ANDALUSIA RIDING ACADEMY

TRAINING

6AA

EDELWEISS TOURS

6SA

ITALY / SPAIN

from $ 2.990,The European mountain roads – you may have heard of them, seen pictures or have been here before. They are outstanding in their natural beauty and the mostly unspoilt connected network of countless dream roads. This region truly is “a riders’ paradise”; attracting bikers from all over! Yet, the beauty of it may soon change into challenge, especially for those riders who ride such mountainous terrain for the very first time and are confronted with unfamiliar local traffic rules. Switch-back turns, hairpins, narrow single lane roads – they are all great fun, if only you know how to safely ride them. Listening to our guests, we realized that many of our customers would appreciate an opportunity to ride in this unique surrounding while enhancing their riding skills at the same time. For this reason we have set up a number of 5 day training courses to assist riders at any skill level make their next motorcycle tour a relaxed one by taking the edge off the challenge. In the Alps or the Andalusian mountains, our RIDING ACADEMY does just that! We teach you about the most appropriate riding techniques; how to find a safe and fluid line, tailored to a challenging riding environment. At the end of the week you should feel more comfortable on your bike and look forward to the next challenging roads. DID YOU EVER ASK YOURSELF THE FOLLOWING QUESTIONS: What are the advantages and disadvantages of various cornering styles? What is the best cornering style for hairpins? Which style is most suitable for fast corners? What is a good line in blind corners? Which line in tight hairpins or narrow turns? How to make sure not to run wide? How to deal with decreasing radius curves? How to brake in curves? How do I brake downhill, in the rain, or on slippery asphalt? How to deal with narrow, curvy, unlit tunnels? After having completed the Riding Academy you will know how to answer the above questions!

PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATION: # Certified BMW Off-Road Instructor # Austrian Automobile Club Motorcycle Instructor and Safety Trainer # 10 years of experience in Moto Cross racing and participation in the 250cc world championship # Road Racing experience at the legendary Isle of Man # And most important: more than 2,000 riding days on Edelweiss Bike Travel tours © Thomas Ritt

“After this extensive clinic you will look forward to every narrow and twisty pass road, and will enjoy it to the utmost. Edelweiss‘ Riding Academy instructors have hundreds of riding day experience in the mountains, by all weather conditions, in sunshine, heavy rain and sometimes even snowstorms. At this training you can bring your partner along! While you hone your abilities, your partner can enjoy the services of the 4-star hotel and the stunning landscape.”

Christian Preining // Edelweiss Riding Academy Chief Instructor

THIS IS HOW IT WORKS: 7 DAYS VACATION / 5 DAYS TRAINING

TOUR DATES ALPS (6AA) START/END: BOLZANO/COLLALBO 13 MAY – 19 MAY 2018 20 MAY – 26 MAY 2018 17 JUN – 23 JUN 2018 24 JUN – 30 JUN 2018 22 JUL – 28 JUL 2018 29 JUL – 04 AUG 2018 09 SEP – 15 SEP 2018 16 SEP – 22 SEP 2018 12 MAY – 18 MAY 2019 19 MAY – 25 MAY 2019 16 JUN – 22 JUN 2019 23 JUN – 29 JUN 2019 21 JUL – 27 JUL 2019 28 JUL – 03 AUG 2019 08 SEP – 14 SEP 2019 15 SEP – 21 SEP 2019 ANDALUSIA (6SA) START/END: ALMÉRIA 25 MAR – 31 MAR 2018 01 APR – 07 APR 2018 08 APR – 14 APR 2018 07 OCT – 13 OCT 2018 14 OCT – 20 OCT 2018 21 OCT – 27 OCT 2018 24 MAR – 30 MAR 2019 31 MAR – 06 APR 2019 07 APR – 13 APR 2019 06 OCT – 12 OCT 2019 13 OCT – 19 OCT 2019 20 OCT – 26 OCT 2019

We will start by practicing basic riding skills at low speeds, challenging balance and coordination, in a closed environment. Once on the ride, we will frequently change positions within the group. We will take day trips from our hotel, in addition to doing a two day excursion to further extend the variety of our road selections. The tour layout offers the very best variety of challenging tarmac, except for long straights. The different characteristics of the mountain roads along that extended training ride will enable you to thoroughly investigate the strengths of various riding techniques. Extremely technical mountain pass roads with tight switchbacks will favour an approach quite different from that required by sweeping curves.

TOUR PRICES 2018 per person in USD Cat. 0

Cat.

ONLINE BOOKING WWW.EDELWEISSBIKE.COM

Number of riders per class: min.: 3 / max.: 6

Motorcycle Price for rideron own motorcycle, sharing room

USD 2.990

Surcharge rental bike

BMW G 310 R | BMW G 650 GS | Honda NC 750 S | Honda NC 750 X | Suzuki V-Strom 650

+ USD 510

BMW F 700 GS

+ USD 570

+ USD 690

+ USD 780

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure | BMW R 1200 RT | Ducati Multistrada 1200 Enduro

+ USD 870

OPTIONAL +

Single room supplement

+ USD 290

Price for passenger, sharing room

+ USD 1.190

INCLUDED SERVICES: All overnights in comfortable hotels during entire tour; breakfast every day; all dinners; motorcycle rental with unlimited mileage; third party liability insurance for motorcycles; comprehensive vehicle insurance for motorcycles with deductible according to the booked motorcycle model; tour information package; tour guide on motorcycle (no van on tour, luggage has to be packed on motorcycle for the two day excursion). SERVICES NOT INCLUDED: all services not mentioned as included and all items of a personal nature. OPTIONAL SERVICES: global travel health and cancellation insurance; optional deductible reduction on included motorcycle insurance (Cover All / Cover Plus), additional rental options prior or post tour on request and availability

LITTLE, ANONYMOUS HINTS FROM OUR TEAM MEMBERS:

EUROPE

„ Food is very important. During the day as well as in the evenings. Nothing too fancy but good quality, local specialties in a pleasant ambience.“ „ Unkown, hidden Highlights.“ „ This vacation does not only include motorcycling. The journey needs to appeal to all our senses.“ „ If we are on the bike, the roads need to be awesome, with as many turns as possible, and most importantly off-the-beaten track.“ „ Frequent Espresso stops, are a must.“ „ No early bird, but also not the first to go to bed at night.“ „ Rainer appreciates a fine glass of regional wine in the evenings.“

NEW MYSTERY RIDE 2018

RNN

CLASSIC ROYAL EDELWEISS TOURS

AT A GLANCE

WHERE TO GO? TOP SECRET! RAINER = CURVY ROADS, BEST FOOD, SELECTED WINE, SPECIAL ACCOMMODATIONS, HIDDEN TREASURES. WHAT ELSE DO YOU NEED?

TOUR DATE: 17 JUN – 27 JUN 2018 DURATION: 11 days vacation

11 DAYS VACATION from $ 5.980,-

START/FINISH: Provence NEAREST AIRPORT: Nizza HOTELS: not the worst, but special LUGGAGE VAN: of course

To top this exhilarating experience in 2018 will be a challenge in itself. But I love challenges and I look forward to create an even grander experience for you. Please do join us now, if you are ready to dare an ‘Adventure into the Unknown’ exploring our amazing planet. There are only a limited number of seats available for this unique ‘Surprise tour 2018’. The idea stays the same! No participant will know where we go. Each day will hold a surprise in itself. We will live through unique experiences, share joy, laughter and exhilaration with the other adventurers. Let’s dive into the moment of now and enjoy every moment of our precious life to the fullest. Are you ready to leave your commitments, work and all worries behind and become part of a journey into the here and NOW? I invite you on a very special ‘Surprise tour 2018’, which I will personally create and join. The goal of this tour is to live and share my Motto ‘Life is beautiful’ with you. Be prepared for a very personal and very different experience of a lifetime. I am very excited to meet you. Sincerely yours, Rainer Buck

WHERE WE WILL BE GOING TO: that is a surprise!

Ursula Peter // Tour Guide © Thomas Ritt

DEAR EDELWEISS FAMILY, First off all I want to extend my gratitude to all those that supported my ‘Surprise tour 2017’ idea and realisation. It indeed was an unbelievable, beyond my dreams success.

WHO SHOULD COME ON THIS TOUR? Experienced riders; two-up most welcome; those who appreciate life and value the little treats life has to offer.

TOUR PRICES 2018 per person in USD Cat.

Minimum number of participants: 6

Motorcycle

BMW G 310 R | BMW G 310 GS | Honda NC 750 S | Honda NC 750 X | Suzuki V-Strom 650

USD 5.980

USD 7.220

USD 8.610

BMW F 700 GS

USD 6.040

USD 7.330

USD 8.720

USD 6.150

USD 7.550

USD 8.940

USD 6.220

USD 7.700

USD 9.090

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure | BMW R 1200 RT | Ducati Multistrada 1200 Enduro

USD 6.310

USD 7.870

USD 9.260

INCLUDED SERVICES: All overnight stays including all breakfasts, lunches and dinners. Rental bike including unlimited mileage, motorcycle insurance, Tour guide on a motorcycle, support van for luggage transportation and much more.; SERVICES NOT INCLUDED: All services not mentioned as included and all items of a personal nature. OPTIONAL SERVICES: Global travel health and cancellation insurance; optional deductible reduction on included motorcycle insurance (Cover All / Cover Plus), additional rental options prior or post tour on request and availability.

CZECH REP UBL I C

ITINERARY

EUROPE

Day 1

GERMAN Y

Arrival in Munich / Erding

[ca. 95 mi] Day 2 Erding Salzburg Day 3 Salzburg Gmunden [ca. 80 mi] Day 4 Gmunden Kaprun [ca. 140 mi] Day 5 Kaprun [ca. 125 mi] Day 6 Kaprun Erding [ca. 135 mi] Day 7 Departure from Munich / Erding

München

Erding Lake District Chiemsee Eagles Nest

The daily riding miles are approximate distances and may vary. The first and last days mentioned in the itinerary are the arrival and departure days; there is no riding on these days. Bear in mind the time difference between your country of origin and your travel destination. Arrival time should be arranged before 3 pm on the arrival day. Please book your flights accordingly. Route and overnight places may change due to unforeseen events.

Großvenediger

ALPS AND LAKES

CAL

EDELWEISS TOURS

AUSTRIA / GERMANY

7 DAYS VACATION from $ 2.980,The Alps and Lakes motorcycle tour takes you through a beautiful part of European motorcycle paradise; the Alps. The contrast between the beautiful lakes in Southern Germany and Austria and the towering mountains that reach up to more than 10,000 ft. is nothing less than breathtaking. This area is the famous background for the movie ”Sound of Music”. This vacation offers a little bit of everything: beautiful and relaxing rides through the valleys; some mountain roads and passes; and great vistas and sights, including King Ludwig‘s palace, Herrenchiemsee, and the historic city of Salzburg. The tour consists of five riding days, one of them is a rest day – which means that you stay two nights at the same hotel. This is a great opportunity to explore a little bit more, ride around the countryside, walk through town, meet the locals and sample some of the local food. The tour will take you through Germany and Austria, and on the rest day you can even add Italy to your list if you are so inclined.

HIGHLIGHTS

SIGHTSEEING

ONLINE BOOKING WWW.EDELWEISSBIKE.COM

TOUR DATES 20 MAY – 26 MAY 2018 04 JUN – 10 JUN 2018 15 SEP – 21 SEP 2018 01 OCT – 07 OCT 2018 19 MAY – 25 MAY 2019 03 JUN – 09 JUN 2019 14 SEP – 20 SEP 2019 30 SEP – 06 OCT 2019 © Paul Kustermann

TOUR PRICES 2018 per person in USD Cat.

THROUGH THE ALPINE WONDERLAND OF AUSTRIA AND SOUTHERN GERMANY – THE ALPS AND LAKES MOTORCYCLE TOUR! 48

AUS T R I A

Lienz

ADDITIONAL DAY: Incl. guided city tour: Munich. See p. 22

Castle Herrenchiemsee, Salzburg, Lake District, Hoher Dachstein, Eagle‘s Nest, Grossglockner, Schladming Tauern, German Alpine Road

RIDING HRS/DAY

Bad Ischl

Kaprun

IT AL Y

DIFFICULTY

Hallein

Alps

Grossglockner

CLASSIC

Gmunden

Salzburg

Minimum number of participants: 6

Motorcycle

BMW G 310 R | BMW G 310 GS | Honda NC 750 S | Honda NC 750 X | Suzuki V-Strom 650

USD 2.980

USD 3.620

USD 3.820

BMW F 700 GS

USD 3.010

USD 3.680

USD 3.880

USD 3.070

USD 3.800

USD 4.000

USD 3.120

USD 3.890

USD 4.090

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure | BMW R 1200 RT | Ducati Multistrada 1200 Enduro

USD 3.160

USD 3.980

USD 4.180

OPTIONAL: additional day with guided city tour

USD 440

USD 500

INCLUDED SERVICES: All overnights in comfortable hotels (comfortable middle-class hotels with alpine flair) during entire tour; Breakfast every day; 1 picnic/lunch; 5 dinners; Motorcycle rental with unlimited mileage; Third party liability insurance for motorcycles; Comprehensive vehicle insurance for motorcycles with deductible according to the booked motorcycle model; Tour information package including safety tips, details about the hotels, the route and the sights; Tour guide on motorcycle; Support van for luggage transportation (1 piece per person) and space for passengers (limited) on entire tour; Edelweiss Riding Tips; SERVICES NOT INCLUDED: All services not mentioned as included and all items of a personal nature. OPTIONAL SERVICES: Global travel health and cancellation insurance; optional deductible reduction on included motorcycle insurance (Cover All / Cover Plus), additional rental options prior or post tour on request and availability.

ITINERARY

EUROPE

Day 1

Arrival in Munich / Erding

Heidelberg

Day 2 Erding Rothenburg o.d. Tauber [ca. 170 mi] Day 3 Rothenburg o.d. Tauber Heidelberg [ca. 115 mi] Day 4 Heidelberg Ribeauvillé [ca. 165 mi] Day 5 Ribeauvillé [ca. 100 mi] Day 6 Ribeauvillé Schaffhausen [ca. 115 mi] Day 7 Schaffhausen Warth [ca. 105 mi] Day 8 Warth Erding [ca. 145 mi] Day 9 Departure from Munich / Erding The daily riding miles are approximate distances and may vary. The first and last days mentioned in the itinerary are the arrival and departure days; there is no riding on these days. Bear in mind the time difference between your country of origin and your travel destination. Arrival time should be arranged before 3 pm on the arrival day. Please book your flights accordingly. Route and overnight places may change due to unforeseen events.

GERM ANY

Odenwald

Rothenburg Altmühltal

FRAN C E

Ribeauvillé

Munich

Black Forest

Vosges

Erding

Lake Constance Basel Schaffhausen Zurich

SWIT ZE RLAND

Warth

Innsb ruck

AUSTRIA

Säntis

LIE CHTE NSTE IN

BEST OF EUROPE

BOE

CLASSIC EDELWEISS TOURS

AUSTRIA / FRANCE / GERMANY / LIECHTENSTEIN / SWITZERLAND

9 DAYS VACATION from $ 3.830,We call this beautiful tour the “Best of Europe” because it introduces you to everything you would expect to see in the Old World. Timber-framed houses, imposing castles, narrow roads through dense forests, age-old towns and villages, cuckoo clocks and waitresses in traditional outfits, cows with bells around their necks, and much more. We start in Munich and head north, surrounded by impossibly green countryside. Rothenburg is Germany’s best preserved medieval town, even our hotel is hundreds of years old. Heidelberg features the world’s longest pedestrianized street and a very lively pub scene. For our rest day we go to France, to the Alsace region. You can spend the day wandering around the cobblestoned streets of our overnight town or join us for an amazing ride on roads that were obviously created by riders, for riders. Through the Black Forest we head to Switzerland. With the snow-covered peaks of the Alps as a backdrop we cruise across this beautiful country until we reach Austria, where narrow roads and numerous switchbacks show you how much fun it is to ride the Alps. It’s addictive!

HIGHLIGHTS

DIFFICULTY RIDING HRS/DAY

WWW.EDELWEISSBIKE.COM

TOUR DATES 12 MAY – 20 MAY 2018 15 JUN – 23 JUN 2018 06 JUL – 14 JUL 2018 27 JUL – 04 AUG 2018 22 SEP – 30 SEP 2018 10 MAY – 18 MAY 2019 14 JUN – 22 JUN 2019 05 JUL – 13 JUL 2019 26 JUL – 03 AUG 2019 21 SEP – 29 SEP 2019

TOUR PRICES 2018 per person in USD Cat.

THIS MOTORCYCLE TOUR GIVES AN EXCELLENT INTRODUCTION TO WHAT RIDING IN EUROPE IS ALL ABOUT. 50

ONLINE BOOKING

Munich, Rothenburg, Heidelberg, King Ludwig’s Castle, Black Forest, Alsace, Odenwald, Altmuehl-Valley

SIGHTSEEING

ITALY

ADDITIONAL DAY: Incl. guided city tour: Munich. See p. 22

Minimum number of participants: 6

Motorcycle

BMW G 310 R | BMW G 310 GS | Honda NC 750 S | Honda NC 750 X | Suzuki V-Strom 650

USD 3.830

USD 4.670

USD 5.040

BMW F 700 GS

USD 3.870

USD 4.750

USD 5.120

USD 3.960

USD 4.920

USD 5.290

USD 4.020

USD 5.040

USD 5.410

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure | BMW R 1200 RT | Ducati Multistrada 1200 Enduro | Harley-Davidson® Dyna Models

USD 4.110

USD 5.220

USD 5.590

BMW K 1600 GT/GTL | Harley-Davidson® Softail Models | Harley-Davidson® Touring Models

USD 4.240

USD 5.490

USD 5.860

OPTIONAL: additional day with guided city tour

USD 440

USD 500

INCLUDED SERVICES: All overnights in comfortable hotels (comfortable middle-class hotels) during entire tour; Breakfast every day; 2 picnics/lunches; 7 dinners; Motorcycle rental with unlimited mileage; Third party liability insurance for motorcycles; Comprehensive vehicle insurance for motorcycles with deductible according to the booked motorcycle model; Tour information package including safety tips, details about the hotels, the route and the sights; Tour guide on motorcycle; Support van for luggage transportation (1 piece per person) and space for passengers (limited) on entire tour; Edelweiss Riding Tips; SERVICES NOT INCLUDED: All services not mentioned as included and all items of a personal nature. OPTIONAL SERVICES: Global travel health and cancellation insurance; optional deductible reduction on included motorcycle insurance (Cover All / Cover Plus), additional rental options prior or post tour on request and availability.

ITINERARY

EUROPE

Day 1

ADDITIONAL DAY: Incl. guided city tour: Innsbruck. See p. 22

Arrival in Innsbruck / Seefeld

Day 2 Seefeld to King Ludwig’s Castles [ca. 125 mi] Day 3 Seefeld to Kühtai [ca. 65 mi] Day 4 Seefeld to Stelvio Pass or Müstair [ca. 250 mi] Day 5 Seefeld to Timmelsjoch [ca. 140 mi] Day 6 Seefeld to Ziller Valley [ca. 145 mi] Day 7 Departure from Innsbruck / Seefeld

ADDITIONAL DAY: Incl. alps prep course. See p. 22

Alps

King Ludwig's Castle Kochel

GERMANY

Lake Achen Seefeld Innsbruck

Timmelsjoch

AUSTRIA

Sterzing Dolomites

SWITZERLAND

TOURING CENTER ALPS AUSTRIA / GERMANY / ITALY / SWITZERLAND

ATC

TOURING CENTER EDELWEISS TOURS

7 DAYS VACATION from $ 2.690,Being on tour is great. Packing your bag each day is not that great, finding the next hotel can be a challenge, and the fact that you have to ride almost every day, no matter what the conditions are, makes people nervous sometimes.Our Touring Centers offer you five beautiful day trips from one home base, a very comfortable hotel, located smack in the middle of one of Europe’s best motorcycling areas, in this case the Austrian Alps. Every day you have the choice: follow your guide on one of those loops, go on your own ride or do something entirely different. Play a round of golf, go to the pool or treat yourself to the spa, do some shopping, sightseeing, hiking, or all of the above. Bring your family, even if they don’t ride. While you’re out enjoying the Alpine twisties they can take advantage of the hotel and the surrounding attractions. The loops include some of the top riding highlights in the Alps, including the famous Passo dello Stelvio, the Queen of Alpine Roads, but we’ve got some hidden jewels in stock for you as well. Enjoy a great motorcycle tour in the Alps – without the drawbacks.

ITALY

HIGHLIGHTS

DIFFICULTY

ONLINE BOOKING

Passo di Monte Giovo (Jaufen pass), Passo dello Stelvio (Stelvio Pass), Silvretta High Alpine Road, King Ludwig’s Castle, Fuorn Pass, Timmelsjoch

RIDING HRS/DAY SIGHTSEEING

WWW.EDELWEISSBIKE.COM

TOUR DATES 02 JUN – 08 JUN 2018 01 JUL – 07 JUL 2018 05 AUG – 11 AUG 2018 19 AUG – 25 AUG 2018 02 SEP – 08 SEP 2018 07 OCT – 13 OCT 2018 01 JUN – 07 JUN 2019 30 JUN – 06 JUL 2019 04 AUG – 10 AUG 2019 18 AUG – 24 AUG 2019 01 SEP – 07 SEP 2019 06 OCT – 12 OCT 2019

TOUR PRICES 2018 per person in USD Cat.

OUR AUSTRIAN ALPS TOURING CENTER IS A HASSLE-FREE MOTORCYCLE TOUR. BRING YOUR FAMILY! 52

Stelvio Pass

Minimum number of participants: 6

Motorcycle

BMW G 310 R | BMW G 310 GS | Honda NC 750 S | Honda NC 750 X | Suzuki V-Strom 650

USD 2.690

USD 3.340

USD 3.540

BMW F 700 GS

USD 2.720

USD 3.400

USD 3.600

USD 2.780

USD 3.520

USD 3.720

USD 2.820

USD 3.600

USD 3.800

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure | BMW R 1200 RT | Ducati Multistrada 1200 Enduro

USD 2.870

USD 3.700

USD 3.900

OPTIONAL: additional day with guided city tour

USD 440

USD 500

OPTIONAL: additional day with alps prep course

USD 450

USD 510

USD 570

INCLUDED SERVICES: All overnights in a comfortable hotel (comfortable, small hotel in the midst of the mountains with all amenities) during entire tour; Breakfast every day; 6 dinners; Motorcycle rental with unlimited mileage; Third party liability insurance for motorcycles; Comprehensive vehicle insurance for motorcycles with deductible according to the booked motorcycle model; Tour information package including safety tips, details about the hotel, the route and the sights; Tour guide on motorcycle; Edelweiss Riding Tips; SERVICES NOT INCLUDED: All services not mentioned as included and all items of a personal nature. OPTIONAL SERVICES: Global travel health and cancellation insurance; optional deductible reduction on included motorcycle insurance (Cover All / Cover Plus), additional rental options prior or post tour on request and availability.

ITINERARY

EUROPE

Day 1

GERMANY

Arrival in Innsbruck / Mieming

[ca. 145 mi] Day 2 Mieming Fiss Day 3 Fiss Val Venosta (Vinschgau valley) [ca. 155 mi] Day 4 Val Venosta (Vinschgau valley) Levico Terme [ca. 175 mi] Day 5 Levico Terme [ca. 165 mi] Day 6 Levico Terme Dobbiaco (Toblach) [ca. 175 mi] Day 7 Dobbiaco (Toblach) Mieming [ca. 200 mi] Day 8 Departure from Innsbruck / Mieming

Innsbruck Alps

Mieming Fiss

4AE

EDELWEISS TOURS

AUSTRIA / ITALY

8 DAYS VACATION from $ 2.390,We start this epic ride from Mieming, the centre of the motorcycle universe, the home of Edelweiss Bike Travel. On this ultimate fun tour, we will basically tour through our back yard, conquering the most amazing Alpine passes and hidden roads there are. You can look forward to traditional Tyrolean cheese dumpling soup and the legendary Kaiserschmarren, and maybe enjoy a glass of local South Tyrolean wine after an exciting day of riding. On this tour, you will pass through very remote places of North and South Tyrol, where people may remind you of the tale of “Sound of Music”. We cross famous alpine passes like the Stelvio Pass, the Timmelsjoch and take countless passes that are more hidden and challenging which only the locals may know. On this tour you will collect miles and turns and mountain passes, accumulating to heaps of challenging and exhilarating fun!

AUSTRIA

Timmelsjoch

Kaunertal

Meran

Stelvio Pass

Lake Molveno

Dobbiaco

Dolomites

Monte Bondone

ADDITIONAL DAY: Incl. guided city tour: Innsbruck. See p. 22

Levico Terme

ITALY ADDITIONAL DAY: Incl. alps prep course. See p. 22

HIGHLIGHTS

SIGHTSEEING

Levico Terme

Val Venosta

ALPS EXTREME

Dobbiaco

Dolomites

ITALY

ONLINE BOOKING

Innsbruck, Passo dello Stelvio (Stelvio Pass), Dolomites, Grossglockner Pass, Passo di Gavia (Gavia Pass), Passo Manghen (Manghen Pass), Plätzwiese-Sattel

RIDING HRS/DAY

Meran Val Venosta

Lake Molveno

SWITZERLAND

DIFFICULTY

AUSTRIA

Timmelsjoch

Kaunertal

Stelvio Pass

Monte Bondone

RIDE4FUN CLASSIC

Alps

GERMANY

Innsbruck Mieming Fiss

SWITZERLAND

WWW.EDELWEISSBIKE.COM

TOUR DATES 16 JUN – 23 JUN 2018 08 JUL – 15 JUL 2018 29 JUL – 05 AUG 2018 25 AUG – 01 SEP 2018 15 SEP – 22 SEP 2018 30 SEP – 07 OCT 2018 15 JUN – 22 JUN 2019 07 JUL – 14 JUL 2019 28 JUL – 04 AUG 2019 24 AUG – 31 AUG 2019 14 SEP – 21 SEP 2019 29 SEP – 06 OCT 2019

TOUR PRICES 2018 per person in USD Cat.

MOTORCYCLE TOURING ON SMALL HIDDEN ROADS THROUGH THE HEART OF THE ALPS!

Minimum number of participants: 6

Motorcycle

Honda NC 750 S | Honda NC 750 X | Suzuki V-Strom 650

USD 2.390

USD 2.990

USD 3.220

BMW F 700 GS

USD 2.430

USD 3.060

USD 3.290

USD 2.500

USD 3.200

USD 3.430

USD 2.550

USD 3.310

USD 3.540

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure | BMW R 1200 RT | Ducati Multistrada 1200 Enduro

USD 2.630

USD 3.470

USD 3.700

OPTIONAL: additional day with guided city tour

USD 440

USD 500

OPTIONAL: additional day with alps prep course

USD 450

USD 510

USD 570

INCLUDED SERVICES: All overnights (beautiful hotels with the special flair of the region) during entire tour; Breakfast every day; 6 dinners; Motorcycle rental with unlimited mileage; Third party liability insurance for motorcycles; Comprehensive vehicle insurance for motorcycles with deductible according to the booked motorcycle model; Tour information package including safety tips, details about the hotels, the route and the sights; Tour guide on motorcycle; Edelweiss Riding Tips; SERVICES NOT INCLUDED: All services not mentioned as included and all items of a personal nature. OPTIONAL SERVICES: Global travel health and cancellation insurance; optional deductible reduction on included motorcycle insurance (Cover All / Cover Plus), additional rental options prior or post tour on request and availability.

ITINERARY Day 1

Arrival in Munich / Erding

[ca. 145 mi] Day 2 Erding Lienz Day 3 Lienz Collalbo (Klobenstein) [ca. 125 mi] Day 4 Collalbo (Klobenstein) [ca. 85 mi] Day 5 Collalbo (Klobenstein) Pontresina [ca. 110 mi] Day 6 Pontresina Warth [ca. 130 mi] Day 7 Warth Erding [ca. 150 mi] Day 8 Departure from Munich / Erding The daily riding miles are approximate distances and may vary. The first and last days mentioned in the itinerary are the arrival and departure days; there is no riding on these days. Bear in mind the time difference between your country of origin and your travel destination. Arrival time should be arranged before 3 pm on the arrival day. Please book your flights accordingly. Route and overnight places may change due to unforeseen events.

HAT

EDELWEISS TOURS

AUSTRIA / GERMANY / ITALY / LIECHTENSTEIN / SWITZERLAND

8 DAYS VACATION from $ 3.390,If you’re looking for a one week getaway to the most demanding roads in the Alps, this motorcycle tour is made for you! Experience the excitement of serpentine roads, mammoth mountains, and picturesque alpine villages. The first day of our tour takes us from Munich to the Grossglockner Pass for our first switchbacks. Imagine jagged rock formations, soaring to the sky, framed by curvy, well-maintained roads. On the second day we ride the Dolomites, a region in the Italian Alps, noted for its spectacular scenery. During our rest day in Bolzano, you have the chance to see even more of that. Then we get to the Alps’ most famous road: Stelvio Pass, with a total of 87 switchbacks! An absolute must und unforgettable! Sweeping through Switzerland, Liechtenstein and Austria, the next day’s ride will thrill you with its spectacular views and a fabulous Edelweiss picnic served in a beautiful area surrounded by the soaring peaks of the Alps. On our last riding day, we visit one of the fairytale castles of King Ludwig of Bavaria. This week will pass quickly, but the memories will last a lifetime!

Kitzbühel

LIECHTENSTEIN Vaduz

AUSTRIA

Warth

Meran

SWITZERLAND

Stelvio Pass

SIGHTSEEING

Lienz Cortina d’Ampezzo

Collalbo

Dolomites Lake Como

ITALY Lake Garda

ADDITIONAL DAY: Incl. guided city tour: Munich. See p. 22

ONLINE BOOKING

Munich, King Ludwig’s Castle, Passo dello Stelvio (Stelvio Pass), Dolomites, Grossglockner, Optional day trip to Venice on the rest day

RIDING HRS/DAY

Grossglockner

Alps

HIGHLIGHTS

DIFFICULTY

WWW.EDELWEISSBIKE.COM

TOUR DATES 27 MAY – 03 JUN 2018 24 JUN – 01 JUL 2018 15 JUL – 22 JUL 2018 05 AUG – 12 AUG 2018 07 SEP – 14 SEP 2018 26 MAY – 02 JUN 2019 23 JUN – 30 JUN 2019 14 JUL – 21 JUL 2019 04 AUG – 11 AUG 2019 06 SEP – 13 SEP 2019

TOUR PRICES 2018 per person in USD Cat.

CURVY MOUNTAIN ROADS ABOUND ON THIS STUNNING TOUR OF THE ALPS. DON’T MISS IT! 56

King Ludwig's Castle

Lake Constance

HIGH ALPINE TOUR

CLASSIC

Chiemsee

GERMANY

Pon tre sin a

EUROPE

Erding

Munich

Minimum number of participants: 6

Motorcycle

BMW G 310 R | BMW G 310 GS | Honda NC 750 S | Honda NC 750 X | Suzuki V-Strom 650

USD 3.390

USD 4.150

USD 4.370

BMW F 700 GS

USD 3.430

USD 4.220

USD 4.440

USD 3.500

USD 4.370

USD 4.590

USD 3.560

USD 4.480

USD 4.700

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure | BMW R 1200 RT | Ducati Multistrada 1200 Enduro

USD 3.610

USD 4.580

USD 4.800

OPTIONAL: additional day with guided city tour

USD 440

USD 500

INCLUDED SERVICES: All overnights in comfortable hotels (comfortable middle-class hotels with Alpine flair) during entire tour; Breakfast every day; 2 picnics/lunches; 6 dinners; Motorcycle rental with unlimited mileage; Third party liability insurance for motorcycles; Comprehensive vehicle insurance for motorcycles with deductible according to the booked motorcycle model; Tour information package including safety tips, details about the hotels, the route and the sights; Tour guide on motorcycle; Support van for luggage transportation (1 piece per person) and space for passengers (limited) on entire tour; Edelweiss Riding Tips; SERVICES NOT INCLUDED: All services not mentioned as included and all items of a personal nature. OPTIONAL SERVICES: Global travel health and cancellation insurance; optional deductible reduction on included motorcycle insurance (Cover All / Cover Plus), additional rental options prior or post tour on request and availability.

ITINERARY

EUROPE

Day 1

GERMANY Lake Constance

Arrival in Innsbruck / Mieming

[ca. 195 mi] Day 2 Mieming Pontresina Day 3 Pontresina Brunnen [ca. 220 mi] Day 4 Brunnen Zermatt [ca. 155 mi] Day 5 Zermatt Lugano [ca. 140 mi] Day 6 Lugano Val di Sole [ca. 160 mi] Day 7 Val di Sole Collalbo (Klobenstein) [ca. 150 mi] Day 8 Collalbo (Klobenstein) [ca. 230 mi] Day 9 Collalbo (Klobenstein) Mieming [ca. 140 mi] Day 10 Departure from Innsbruck / Mieming

CUA

EDELWEISS TOURS

AUSTRIA / ITALY / SWITZERLAND

10 DAYS VACATION from $ 3.920,If there is a place on earth that‘s made for the eye, the camera and our bikes, it is surely the Alps. We have chosen the very best of those roads and selected the choicest hotels. We know this region very well, it is our home, and we offer it to you. We’ll pick up the motorcycles in the Edelweiss hometown of Mieming and enjoy the first challenging mountain passes on our way to Pontresina, Switzerland. From there we explore more of the wonderful roads the Swiss Alps have to offer until we reach Brunnen. The road to Brunnen is pure color drama, and the town, with its view of Vierwaldstättersee, is the climactic encore of that drama. The next day we’re off to Zermatt, where you can watch in awe as the setting sun colors the snow-covered Matterhorn a deep crimson. Weather permitting, of course. And yet, Lugano, in Italy, is even more spectacular, so that’s where we’ll go next. Then we head to the Val di Sole and on to Klobenstein/Bolzano, through the Dolomites, mind-boggling in their beauty. If you could take only one motorcycle trip in Europe in your life, this is the one we would suggest.

AUSTRIA

Pontresina Stelvio Pass

Rhone Glacier

Dolomites

Lake Como

Zermatt Lake Maggiore

Collalbo

Val di Sole

Lugano

Lake Garda

Matterhorn

ADDITIONAL DAY: Incl. guided city tour: Innsbruck. See p. 22

Lake Garda

ITALY ADDITIONAL DAY: Incl. alps prep course. See p. 22

HIGHLIGHTS

DIFFICULTY

ONLINE BOOKING

Gacher Blick, Reschen Pass, Passo dello Stelvio (Stelvio Pass), Lugano, Matterhorn, Menaggio, Lago Maggiore, Lago di Como (Lake Como), Lago di Garda (Lake Garda), Dolomites

RIDING HRS/DAY SIGHTSEEING

WWW.EDELWEISSBIKE.COM

TOUR DATES 08 JUN – 17 JUN 2018 06 JUL – 15 JUL 2018 17 AUG – 26 AUG 2018 21 SEP – 30 SEP 2018 07 JUN – 16 JUN 2019 05 JUL – 14 JUL 2019 16 AUG – 25 AUG 2019 20 SEP – 29 SEP 2019 © Wim Doms

TOUR PRICES 2018 per person in USD Cat.

ENJOY THE HIGHEST MOUNTAINS, THE MOST BEAUTIFUL LAKES, AND THE MANY PASSES OF THE ALPS. 58

Innsbruck

SWITZERLAND

THE ULTIMATE ALPS TOUR

Alps

Brunnen

CLASSIC

Mieming

LIECHTENSTEIN

Minimum number of participants: 6

Motorcycle

BMW G 310 R | BMW G 310 GS | Honda NC 750 S | Honda NC 750 X | Suzuki V-Strom 650

USD 3.920

USD 4.900

USD 5.270

BMW F 700 GS

USD 3.970

USD 4.990

USD 5.360

USD 4.060

USD 5.180

USD 5.550

USD 4.140

USD 5.330

USD 5.700

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure | BMW R 1200 RT | Ducati Multistrada 1200 Enduro

USD 4.210

USD 5.470

USD 5.840

OPTIONAL: additional day with guided city tour

USD 440

USD 500

OPTIONAL: additional day with alps prep course

USD 450

USD 510

USD 570

INCLUDED SERVICES: All overnights in comfortable hotels (comfortable middle-class hotels with a special alpine touch) during entire tour; Breakfast every day; 2 picnics/lunches; 8 dinners; Motorcycle rental with unlimited mileage; Third party liability insurance for motorcycles; Comprehensive vehicle insurance for motorcycles with deductible according to the booked motorcycle model; Tour information package including safety tips, details about the hotels, the route and the sights; Tour guide on motorcycle; Support van for luggage transportation (1 piece per person) and space for passengers (limited) on entire tour; Edelweiss Riding Tips; SERVICES NOT INCLUDED: All services not mentioned as included and all items of a personal nature. OPTIONAL SERVICES: Global travel health and cancellation insurance; optional deductible reduction on included motorcycle insurance (Cover All / Cover Plus), additional rental options prior or post tour on request and availability.

ITINERARY

EUROPE

Day 1

GERMANY

Arrival in Innsbruck / Seefeld

[ca. 90 mi] Day 2 Seefeld Galtür Day 3 Galtür Andermatt [ca. 145 mi] Day 4 Andermatt [ca. 100 mi] Day 5 Andermatt Chamonix [ca. 125 mi] Day 6 Chamonix Briancon [ca. 160 mi] Day 7 Briancon [ca. 65 mi] Day 8 Briancon Aosta [ca. 160 mi] Day 9 Aosta Lugano [ca. 160 mi] Day 10 Lugano Livigno [ca. 110 mi] Day 11 Livigno Collalbo (Klobenstein) [ca. 85 mi] Day 12 Collalbo (Klobenstein) [ca. 160 mi] Day 13 Collalbo (Klobenstein) Kaprun [ca. 150 mi] Day 14 Kaprun Seefeld [ca. 110 mi] Day 15 Departure from Innsbruck / Seefeld

LIECHTENSTEIN

GRAND ALPS TOUR

CGA

CLASSIC EDELWEISS TOURS

AUSTRIA / FRANCE / ITALY / LIECHTENSTEIN / SWITZERLAND

15 DAYS VACATION from $ 5.660,-

SWITZERLAND

Innsbruck Kaprun Grossglockner

Rhône Glacier Andermatt

Lake Geneva

Livigno Collalbo

Chamonix Mont Blanc

Lake Maggiore

Lugano

St. Moritz

Stelvio Pass

Dolomites

Lake Garda

Aosta

IT A L Y

Val-d'Isère

ADDITIONAL DAY: Incl. alps prep course. See p. 22

F R AN C E

ADDITIONAL DAY: Incl. guided city tour: Innsbruck. See p. 22

DIFFICULTY

ONLINE BOOKING

RIDING HRS/DAY

WWW.EDELWEISSBIKE.COM

SIGHTSEEING

TOUR DATES 22 JUL – 05 AUG 2018 02 SEP – 16 SEP 2018 21 JUL – 04 AUG 2019 01 SEP – 15 SEP 2019

HIGHLIGHTS

5 countries, Andermatt, Swiss Alps, Chamonix, Mont Blanc, Passes of the Tour de France, Dolomites, Passo dello Stelvio (Stelvio Pass)

The Alps – every motorcyclist’s dream! This tour introduces you to a stunning variety of scenery and culture as well as some of the world’s best mountain roads. From Seefeld it takes only minutes to reach the first set of switchbacks, giving you an idea of what’s to come. Awesome views try to distract us as we tackle curve after curve, heading deeper and deeper into the Alps. In Switzerland the mountains are even higher and snow-covered year-round. On our way to France we collect passes like other people collect stamps. This is paradise for every avid rider! And it’s not over yet. We enter Italy and immediately “La Dolce Vita” is all around us. Gorgeous lakes, lush orchards, the air filled with the smell of the world’s best Espresso, this must be God’s own country. We tackle more passes until we reach the mother of them all: Stelvio. 87 switchbacks. Simply breathtaking! Before we return to Seefeld, the Dolomites and the Grossglockner High Alpine Road mark two of the final highlights along our route. One thing is for sure: the impressions you gain on this two week tour will make you yearn for more!

TOUR PRICES 2018 per person in USD Cat.

RIDING THE WORLD’S MOST AMAZING ROADS IN THE HIGHEST AND MOST SPECTACULAR PART OF THE ALPS. 60

Seefeld

Alps Galtür

Briancon

AUSTRIA

Minimum number of participants: 6

Motorcycle

BMW G 310 R | BMW G 310 GS | Honda NC 750 S | Honda NC 750 X | Suzuki V-Strom 650

USD 5.660

USD 7.030

USD 7.750

BMW F 700 GS

USD 5.740

USD 7.190

USD 7.910

USD 5.890

USD 7.500

USD 8.220

USD 6.010

USD 7.730

USD 8.450

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure | BMW R 1200 RT | Ducati Multistrada 1200 Enduro

USD 6.130

USD 7.970

USD 8.690

OPTIONAL: additional day with guided city tour

USD 440

USD 500

OPTIONAL: additional day with alps prep course

USD 450

USD 510

USD 570

INCLUDED SERVICES: All overnights in comfortable hotels (comfortable middle-class hotels with alpine flair) during entire tour; Breakfast every day; 3 picnics/lunches; 11 dinners; Motorcycle rental with unlimited mileage; Third party liability insurance for motorcycles; Comprehensive vehicle insurance for motorcycles with deductible according to the booked motorcycle model; Tour information package including safety tips, details about the hotels, the route and the sights; Tour guide on motorcycle; Support van for luggage transportation (1 piece per person) and space for passengers (limited) on entire tour; Edelweiss Riding Tips; SERVICES NOT INCLUDED: All services not mentioned as included and all items of a personal nature. OPTIONAL SERVICES: Global travel health and cancellation insurance; optional deductible reduction on included motorcycle insurance (Cover All / Cover Plus), additional rental options prior or post tour on request and availability.

GERMANY Innsbruck

ITINERARY

EUROPE

Day 1

Seefelder Plateau

AUSTRIA

Alps

Arrival in Innsbruck / Seefeld

Timmelsjoch

[ca. 151 mi] Day 2 Seefeld Missiano Day 3 Missiano Cison di Valmarino [ca. 181 mi] Day 4 Cison di Valmarino Bassano del Grappa [ca. 122 mi] Day 5 Bassano del Grappa Verona [ca. 139 mi] Day 6 Verona Day 7 Verona Gardone Riviera [ca. 150 mi] Day 8 Gardone Riviera Bormio [ca. 163 mi] Day 9 Bormio Seefeld [ca. 160 mi] Day 10 Departure from Innsbruck / Seefeld The daily riding kilometres are approximate distances and may vary. The first and last days mentioned in the itinerary are the arrival and departure days; there is no riding on these days. Bear in mind the time difference between your country of origin and your travel destination. Arrival time should be arranged before 3 pm on the arrival day. Please book your flights accordingly. Route and overnight places may change due to unforeseen events.

Reschensee Glurns

SWITZERLAND

LIFE IS BEAUTIFUL – ALPINE WONDERLAND

EDELWEISS TOURS

DIFFICULTY RIDING HRS/DAY SIGHTSEEING

Dolomites

Missian

Stelvio Pass

Bormio Gavia Pass

Mendel Pass Manghen Pass

Adamello Brenta Nature Park

Cereda Pass

ITALY ADDITIONAL DAY: Incl. guided city tour: Innsbruck. See p. 22

San Boldo Pass Monte Grappa

Lake Idro Strada delle 52 Gallerie

Sette Commune

Cison di Valmarino Valdobbiadene Bassano del Grappa

Gardone Riviera Lake Garda

ROYAL

Meran

Livigno

Venice

Valpolicella

HIGHLIGHTS

Verona

ONLINE BOOKING

Passo di Gavia (Gavia Pass), Passo della Mendola (Mendel Pass), Cereda Pass, Passo San Boldo, Monte Grappa, Sant'Ambrogio di Valpolicella, Lago di Garda (Lake Garda)

WWW.EDELWEISSBIKE.COM

RTV

AUSTRIA / ITALY / SWITZERLAND

10 DAYS VACATION from $ 4.460,Alpine Wonderland, this means we travel off the beaten track in the incredible alpine world of Austria, Italy and Switzerland. Culture, old traditions, local food, special wines – true endulgence. Fancy hotels in special locations will calm you down. We start in Innsbruck. The first switchbacks are waiting round the corner. You can already smell the Cappucchino and see the endless apple plantations and vineyards. In Valdobbiadene they vinificate the world famous Prosecco, Monte Grappa tells you stories about WW I. In the wine region of the Valpolicella and in the city of Romeo and Julia – Verona – we are surrounded by „Dolce Vita“. Monte Baldo and Lake Garda are a stone`s throw away. If you thought you have already been riding the narrowest roads on earth, you haven’t yet been in the backyard or Lake Garda.

TAKE THE ITALIAN LANDSCAPE AND COMBINE IT WITH HISTORY, WINE AND AMAZING ROADS.

TOUR DATES 15 JUN – 24 JUN 2018 14 SEP – 23 SEP 2018 14 JUN – 23 JUN 2019 13 SEP – 22 SEP 2019

TOUR PRICES 2018 per person in USD Cat.

Minimum number of participants: 6

Motorcycle

BMW G 310 R | BMW G 310 GS | Honda NC 750 S | Honda NC 750 X | Suzuki V-Strom 650

USD 4.460

USD 5.440

USD 6.080

BMW F 700 GS

USD 4.500

USD 5.530

USD 6.170

USD 4.600

USD 5.720

USD 6.360

USD 4.670

USD 5.870

USD 6.510

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure | BMW R 1200 RT | Ducati Multistrada 1200 Enduro

USD 4.740

USD 6.010

USD 6.650

OPTIONAL: additional day with guided city tour

USD 440

USD 500

INCLUDED SERVICES: All overnight stays including all breakfasts, lunches and dinners; Motorcycle rental with unlimited mileage; 1 picnic; motorcycle insurance; Tour guide on motorcycle; Support van for luggage transportation. SERVICES NOT INCLUDED: All services not mentioned as included and all items of a personal nature. OPTIONAL SERVICES: Global travel health and cancellation insurance; optional deductible reduction on included motorcycle insurance (Cover All / Cover Plus), additional rental options prior or post tour on request and availability; optional deductible reduction on included motorcycle insurance (Cover All / Cover Plus); additional rental options prior or post tour on request and availability

GERMANY

ITINERARY

EUROPE

Day 1

Hallein Bad Ischl

[ca. 138 mi] [ca. 107 mi] [ca. 109 mi] [ca. 121 mi] [ca. 71 mi] [ca. 124 mi]

The daily riding kilometres are approximate distances and may vary. The first and last days mentioned in the itinerary are the arrival and departure days; there is no riding on these days. Bear in mind the time difference between your country of origin and your travel destination. Arrival time should be arranged before 3 pm on the arrival day. Please book your flights accordingly. Route and overnight places may change due to unforeseen events.

Postalm Seefeld

Innsbruck

ALPS BY SCOOTER

Grossglockner Timmelsjoch

Lienz Merano

2AL

SCOOTER EDELWEISS TOURS

AUSTRIA / ITALY

8 DAYS VACATION from $ 2.880,So you think a Vespa is not the right kind of transport to tackle iconic Alpine roads like the Großglocknerstraße or the Timmelsjoch with their countless switchbacks? Well, think again. 300 cc, 20 horses and automatic, gearless transmission make our Vespas fit for any type of road. Low weight – about 160 kg or 350 lbs – and small wheels let the Vespa handle like, well, like a scooter and produce loads of riding fun. Unlike our other scooter tours this one is not a Touring Center but a ‘real’ tour where we relocate to a different hotel almost every day. Highlights include the one-of-a-kind city of Salzburg, Mozart’s birthplace and the Großglockner High Alpine Road which will thoroughly put our scooters to the test. Remember, lower speed means more time to look around and enjoy the amazing scenery. The Dolomites are the most scenic part of the Alps and one of the most popular ones, but on our scooters we don’t mind the traffic because Vespas have a built-in lane-splitting device. From Bolzano, capital of South Tyrol and home to Ötzi the Iceman, we eventually return to Seefeld.

Dolomites

HIGHLIGHTS

SIGHTSEEING

ITALY

ADDITIONAL DAY: Incl. guided city tour: Innsbruck. See p. 22

ONLINE BOOKING

Lake District, Tegernsee, Grossglockner, Dolomites, Postalm pass, Alpe di Siusi (Seiser Alm), Passo di Costalunga (Karer pass), Passo Nigra (Niger pass), Passo di Valparola (Valparola Pass), Timmelsjoch

RIDING HRS/DAY

AUSTRIA

Alps

Bolzano

DIFFICULTY

Lake District

Arrival in Seefeld

Day 2 Seefeld Salzburg Day 3 Salzburg Day 4 Salzburg Lienz Day 5 Lienz Bolzano Day 6 Bolzano Day 7 Bolzano Seefeld Day 8 Departure from Seefeld

NEW

Salzburg

Tegernsee

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TOUR DATES 14 JUL – 21 JUL 2018 22 JUL – 29 JUL 2018 04 AUG – 11 AUG 2018 12 AUG – 19 AUG 2018 13 JUL – 20 JUL 2019 21 JUL – 28 JUL 2019 03 AUG – 10 AUG 2019 11 AUG – 18 AUG 2019 © Domenico Schiano

TOUR PRICES 2018 per person in USD

Minimum number of participants: 6

Cat.

Motorcycle

Vespa 300cc

USD 2.880

USD 3.500

USD 3.790

OPTIONAL: additional day with guided city tour

USD 440

USD 500

SCOOTING THE ALPS ON A VESPA, CAN THAT BE FUN? YOU BET IT CAN! INCLUDED SERVICES: All overnights (comfortable hotels with the special flair of the region) during entire tour; Breakfast every day; 5 dinners; Motorcycle rental with unlimited mileage; Third party liability insurance for motorcycles; Comprehensive vehicle insurance for motorcycles with deductible according to the booked motorcycle model; Tour information package including safety tips, details about the hotels, the route and the sights; Tour guide on motorcycle; Edelweiss Riding Tips; SERVICES NOT INCLUDED: All services not mentioned as included and all items of a personal nature. OPTIONAL SERVICES: Global travel health and cancellation insurance; optional deductible reduction on included motorcycle insurance (Cover All / Cover Plus), additional rental options prior or post tour on request and availability.

GERMANY

ITINERARY

EUROPE

Day 1

Zillertaler Alps Innsbruck

Arrival in Innsbruck / Seefeld

AUSTRIA

Seefeld

[ca. 140 mi] Day 2 Seefeld Kals Day 3 Kals Collalbo (Klobenstein) [ca. 140 mi] Day 4 Collalbo (Klobenstein) Lago di Garda (Lake Garda) [ca. 130 mi] Day 5 Lago di Garda (Lake Garda) [ca. 90 mi] Day 6 Lago di Garda (Lake Garda) Livigno [ca. 165 mi] SWITZERDay 7 Livigno Seefeld [ca. 170 mi] LAND Livigno Day 8 Departure from Innsbruck / Seefeld

Stubaier Alps

Krimml Waterfalls

Kals

Ötztaler Alps

Großglockner

Dolomites

Collalbo Bolzano

Brenta

ITALY Lago Di Garda

ADDITIONAL DAY: Incl. guided city tour: Innsbruck. See p. 22

Lake Garda

HARLEY-DAVIDSON® ONLY

PEAKS AND PASSES

5AL

CLASSIC EDELWEISS TOURS

AUSTRIA / GERMANY / ITALY / SWITZERLAND

8 DAYS VACATION from $ 3.960,-

HIGHLIGHTS

DIFFICULTY SIGHTSEEING

WWW.EDELWEISSBIKE.COM

TOUR DATES 08 JUL – 15 JUL 2018 19 AUG – 26 AUG 2018 07 JUL – 14 JUL 2019 18 AUG – 25 AUG 2019

We start our tour with a short stint to Bavaria, on roads that seem to be made for our Harley-Davidsons: not too much traffic, sweeping turns and incredible scenery. After a cool night at the bottom of Großglockner, Austria’s highest mountain, we get ready to enter the heart of the Alps. In the Dolomites we treat ourselves to pass after pass, ride curve after curve, it’s heaven. By the time we reach Italy, after all those corners, we definitely deserve a big plate of pasta and one or two glasses of Italian wine! Once we reach the Lago di Garda, you can finally relax for a full day, if you want. You can sleep in, take a swim in the lake, go shopping, rent a bicycle or go windsurfing. You can also ride on the rest day, of course. New day, new pass: the Alps’ third highest mountain pass, the famous Stelvio, is on our schedule. We have some lower passes for you if you don’t need the extra challenge, with the same destination: Livigno, Ia lovely little ski resort high up in the Italian Alps, just short of the border to Switzerland. From here we return to Seefeld, on some more stunning roads!

TOUR PRICES 2018 per person in USD Cat.

THE ALPS, A TRUE MOTORCYCLE PARADISE, ARE HOME TO GREAT ROADS AND BREATHTAKING SCENERY. 66

ONLINE BOOKING

Krimml Waterfalls, Grossglockner, Dolomites, Trento, Lago di Garda (Lake Garda), Passo dello Stelvio (Stelvio Pass), Livigno

RIDING HRS/DAY

Minimum number of participants: 6

Motorcycle

Harley-Davidson® Sportster Models

USD 3.960

USD 4.920

USD 5.300

Harley-Davidson® Dyna Models

USD 4.010

USD 5.030

USD 5.410

Harley-Davidson® Softail Models | Harley-Davidson® Touring Models

USD 4.100

USD 5.210

USD 5.590

OPTIONAL: additional day with guided city tour

USD 440

USD 500

INCLUDED SERVICES: All overnights in comfortable hotels (comfortable middle-class hotels) during entire tour; Breakfast every day; 7 dinners; Motorcycle rental with unlimited mileage; Third party liability insurance for motorcycles; Comprehensive vehicle insurance for motorcycles with deductible according to the booked motorcycle model; Tour information package including safety tips, details about the hotels, the route and the sights; Tour guide on motorcycle; Support van for luggage transportation (1 piece per person) and space for passengers (limited) on entire tour; Edelweiss Riding Tips; SERVICES NOT INCLUDED: All services not mentioned as included and all items of a personal nature. OPTIONAL SERVICES: Global travel health and cancellation insurance; optional deductible reduction on included motorcycle insurance (Cover All / Cover Plus), additional rental options prior or post tour on request and availability.

ITINERARY

EUROPE

Day 1

Alps

AUSTRIA

Vipiteno

Arrival in Bolzano / Collalbo

Day 2 Collalbo (Klobenstein) around the Sella Group [ca. 110 mi] Day 3 Collalbo (Klobenstein) to Bolzano, Penser Joch [ca. 90 mi] Day 4 Collalbo (Klobenstein) to Cortina, Dobbiaco and Marmolada [ca. 120 mi] Day 5 Collalbo (Klobenstein) to Rolle Pass and Duran [ca. 110 mi] Day 6 Collalbo (Klobenstein) to Lake Garda [ca. 165 mi] Day 7 Departure from Bolzano / Collalbo

Tre Cime

SWITZERLAND Merano

Bolzano

Trento

Lake Idro

TOURING CENTER DOLOMITES

EDELWEISS TOURS

Lake Ledro

Lake Garda

ONLINE BOOKING

Sella Group, Passo di Pennes, Marmolada, Lago di Garda (Lake Garda), Passo Fedaia, Optional day trip to Venice

RIDING HRS/DAY SIGHTSEEING

ITALY

Riva

HIGHLIGHTS

DIFFICULTY

Cortina D’Ampezzo

Brenta

TOURING CENTER

Marmolata

Collalbo

WWW.EDELWEISSBIKE.COM

DTC

AUSTRIA / ITALY

7 DAYS VACATION from $ 2.780,-

TOUR DATES 09 JUN – 15 JUN 2018 23 SEP – 29 SEP 2018 08 JUN – 14 JUN 2019 22 SEP – 28 SEP 2019

Overwhelming scenery, spectacular mountain roads and the outstanding combination of Italian and Austrian cuisine are the ingredients for an unforgettable motorcycle vacation.The Dolomites are a must for every passionate rider. The scenery is dominated by tall mountains, gushing rivers, and gorge-like valleys which offer just enough space for a narrow road. This region is a world of its own, where people, building styles, languages, roads and food are different from the rest of Italy. The reason for that is South Tyrol’s history of being at the center of a tug-of-war between Austria and Italy. Enjoy the hospitality of the same beautiful 4* hotel for an entire week, there is no need to pack your bags and move to a different location every day. Follow your guide around on a variety of interesting day trips, go on your own rides or just do whatever you want. Enjoy the freedom to ride and meet the locals.

TOUR PRICES 2018 per person in USD Cat.

A WEEK OF RIDING A BIKE ON THE AWESOME ROADS OF THE DOLOMITES WILL MAKE YOU YEARN FOR MORE! 68

Minimum number of participants: 6

Motorcycle

BMW G 310 R | BMW G 310 GS | Honda NC 750 S | Honda NC 750 X | Suzuki V-Strom 650

USD 2.780

USD 3.400

USD 3.620

BMW F 700 GS

USD 2.810

USD 3.460

USD 3.680

USD 2.870

USD 3.580

USD 3.800

USD 2.910

USD 3.660

USD 3.880

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure | BMW R 1200 RT | Ducati Multistrada 1200 Enduro

USD 2.980

USD 3.790

USD 4.010

INCLUDED SERVICES: All overnights in a comfortable hotel (great hotel in the midst of the mountain) during entire tour; Breakfast every day; 6 dinners; Motorcycle rental with unlimited mileage; Third party liability insurance for motorcycles; Comprehensive vehicle insurance for motorcycles with deductible according to the booked motorcycle model; Tour information package including safety tips, details about the hotel, the route and the sights; Tour guide on motorcycle; Edelweiss Riding Tips; SERVICES NOT INCLUDED: All services not mentioned as included and all items of a personal nature. OPTIONAL SERVICES: Global travel health and cancellation insurance; optional deductible reduction on included motorcycle insurance (Cover All / Cover Plus), additional rental options prior or post tour on request and availability.

ITINERARY

EUROPE

CLASSIC EDELWEISS TOURS

POLAND

Lázně Bělohrad

Prague

Kraków Auschwitz

CZECH

Starý Jičín

REPUBLIC České Budějovice Alps

AUSTRIA

Tatra Mountains Rajecké Teplice

SLOVAKIA Vienna Lake Neusiedl

Bükk National Park Budapest

Lake Balaton

HUNGARY

DIFFICULTY

ONLINE BOOKING

RIDING HRS/DAY

WWW.EDELWEISSBIKE.COM

SIGHTSEEING

CKC

AUSTRIA / CZECH REPUBLIC / GERMANY / HUNGARY / POLAND / SLOVAKIA

15 DAYS VACATION from $ 5.550,-

TOUR DATES 10 JUN – 24 JUN 2018 25 AUG – 08 SEP 2018 09 JUN – 23 JUN 2019 24 AUG – 07 SEP 2019

HIGHLIGHTS

Praha (Prague), Dresden, Kraków (Cracow), Budapest, Tatra Mountains, Saxon Switzerland, Auschwitz ˇ Concentration Camp, Ceský Krumlov,Wieliczka, Zwettl Abbey, Šumava (Bohemian Forest)

This tour across East-Central Europe features six amazing countries, five spectacular cities, five different languages, four different currencies, dozens of castles, several mountain ranges, a handful of national parks and a bucketful of history around every corner. The Blue Danube escorts us out of Vienna. Budweis, ˇ the city of beer, and Cesky Krumlov, an impossibly picturesque medieval town, welcome us to the Czech Republic. And then Prague: words can’t describe it; you have to see it to believe it. Dresden, destroyed during World War II, rose again from the ashes, while Cracow, the secret capital of Poland, escaped undamaged and evolved into the most beautiful city east of Paris. After spending our fourth and last rest day in amazing Budapest we head back to Vienna, but not without visiting the very place where the Iron Curtain began to crumble, back in 1989. As we said, bucketfuls of history.

TOUR PRICES 2018 per person in USD Cat.

IN TERMS OF CULTURE, HISTORY AND SIGHTSEEING, THIS MOTORCYCLE TOUR MUST BE OUR NUMBER ONE. 70

Dresden Arrival in Vienna ˇ Budejovice (Budweis) [ca. 165 mi] Day 2 Vienna Ceské ˇ Day 3 Ceské Budejovice (Budweis) ˇ Praha (Prague) [ca. 175 mi] Tag 4 Praha (Prague) [ca. 60 mi] Day 5 Praha (Prague) Dresden [ca. 155 mi] Day 6 Dresden [ca. 120 mi] Day 7 Dresden Lázneˇ Belohrad [ca. 145 mi] Day 8 Lázneˇ Belohrad Starý Jicín [ca. 185 mi] ˇ Day 9 Starý Jicín Kraków (Cracow) [ca. 120 mi] Day 10 Kraków (Cracow) [ca. 170 mi] Bohemian Day 11 Kraków (Cracow) Rajecké Teplice [ca. 250 mi] Forest Day 12 Rajecké Teplice Budapest [ca. 205 mi] Day 13 Budapest [ca. 245 mi] ADDITIONAL DAY: Day 14 Budapest Vienna [ca. 190 mi] Incl. guided city tour: Vienna. See p. 22 Day 15 Departure from Vienna

Day 1

KINGS AND CASTLES TOUR

GERMANY

Minimum number of participants: 6

Motorcycle

BMW G 310 R | BMW G 310 GS | Honda NC 750 S | Honda NC 750 X | Suzuki V-Strom 650

USD 5.550

USD 6.910

USD 7.630

BMW F 700 GS

USD 5.630

USD 7.070

USD 7.790

USD 5.790

USD 7.380

USD 8.100

USD 5.900

USD 7.610

USD 8.330

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure | BMW R 1200 RT | Ducati Multistrada 1200 Enduro | Harley-Davidson® Dyna Models

USD 6.060

USD 7.920

USD 8.640

BMW K 1600 GT/GTL | Harley-Davidson® Softail Models | Harley-Davidson® Touring

USD 6.290

USD 8.390

USD 9.110

OPTIONAL: additional day with guided city tour

USD 440

USD 500

INCLUDED SERVICES: All overnights in comfortable middle-class hotels during entire tour; Breakfast every day; 3 picnics/lunches; 10 dinners; Motorcycle rental with unlimited mileage; Third party liability insurance for motorcycles; Comprehensive vehicle insurance for motorcycles with deductible according to the booked motorcycle model; Tour information package including safety tips, details about the hotels, the route and the sights; Tour guide on motorcycle; Support van for luggage transportation (1 piece per person) and space for passengers (limited) on entire tour; Entry fee to Auschwitz concentration camp; Edelweiss Riding Tips; SERVICES NOT INCLUDED: All services not mentioned as included and all items of a personal nature. OPTIONAL SERVICES: Global travel health and cancellation insurance; optional deductible reduction on included motorcycle insurance (Cover All / Cover Plus), additional rental options prior or post tour on request and availability.

ITINERARY

EUROPE

Day 1

NEW EASTERN EUROPEAN DELIGHTS

CLASSIC EDELWEISS TOURS

ADDITIONAL DAY: Incl. guided city tour: Vienna. See p. 22

Arrival in Vienna

Day 2 Vienna Brno Day 3 Brno Kraków (Cracow) Day 4 Kraków (Cracow) Day 5 Kraków (Cracow) Kosice Day 6 Kosice Satu Mare Day 7 Satu Mare Sibiu Day 8 Sibiu Day 9 Sibiu Timisoara Day 10 Timisoara Pecs Day 11 Pecs Maribor Day 12 Maribor Admont Day 13 Admont Vienna Day 14 Departure from Vienna

[ca. 155 mi] [ca. 186 mi] [ca. 112 mi] [ca. 205 mi] [ca. 174 mi] [ca. 249 mi] [ca. 217 mi] [ca. 217 mi] [ca. 205 mi] [ca. 155 mi] [ca. 155 mi]

POLAND Kraków

CZECH REP. Tatra

Brno

UKRAINE

N.P. Nízke Tatry

AUSTRIA

Vienna

Kosˇice

SLOVAKIA

Karpathians N. P. Bükk

Admont

Satu Mare

HUNGARY

Alps Balaton Maribor

ROMANIA

Pécs

SLOVENIA

Timis˛oara

CROATIA

SERBIA

Sibiu Karpathiáns

DIFFICULTY

ONLINE BOOKING

RIDING HRS/DAY

WWW.EDELWEISSBIKE.COM

SIGHTSEEING

CEE

AUSTRIA / CROATIA / CZECH REPUBLIC / HUNGARY / POLAND / ROMANIA / SLOVAKIA / SLOVENIA

14 DAYS VACATION from $ 5.710,-

TOUR DATES 25 JUN – 08 JUL 2018 28 JUL – 10 AUG 2018 * 11 AUG – 24 AUG 2018 24 JUN – 07 JUL 2019 27 JUL – 09 AUG 2019 10 AUG – 23 AUG 2019 *

HIGHLIGHTS

Wachau & the Danube, Zwettl, Auschwitz, Cracow, ˇ ˇ ˇ ˇ road, Bran Castle, Tatra Mountains, Transfagarasan Szged, Zagreb, Styrian wine region, Gesäuse National Park, Semmering

* Harley-Davidson ONLY Europe for riders is more than Italy, France and the Alps. The South-East is a paradise for any twowheeled vacation. This tour features famous cities like Vienna and Cracow as well as unknown jewels like Timisoara and Pécs. Enjoy the winding roads in the eastern reaches of the Alps, across the High Tatras and into the Carpathians. Our itinerary encompasses 8 countries with 8 different languages and 6 different currencies, and the best: It’s all EU, so don’t worry about border crossings. On our rest day in Cracow you can visit the former concentration camp in Auschwitz while the rest day in Sibiu offers the chance to ˇ ˇ ˇ ˇ Pass, which TopGear once called “Europe’s best mountain road”! ride the famous Transfagarasan While there is ample time for riding, there will also be time for sightseeing and for immersing yourself in local culture and cuisine. Get in touch with the locals and dive deep into many centuries of history. See where Dracula lived and where Schwarzenegger grew up. Get off the beaten track and experience and rediscover a part of Europe that was forgotten for several decades!

TOUR PRICES 2018 per person in USD Cat.

TRACKING DOWN DRACULA: VIENNA TO ROMANIA BY MOTORCYCLE.

Minimum number of participants: 6

Motorcycle

BMW G 310 R | BMW G 310 GS | Honda NC 750 S | Honda NC 750 X | Suzuki V-Strom 650

USD 5.710

USD 7.040

USD 7.760

BMW F 700 GS

USD 5.780

USD 7.190

USD 7.910

USD 5.930

USD 7.480

USD 8.200

USD 6.030

USD 7.690

USD 8.410

BMW R 1200 RT | Ducati Multistrada 1200 Enduro | Harley-Davidson® Dyna Models

USD 6.140

USD 7.910

USD 8.630

BMW K 1600 GT/GTL | Harley-Davidson® Softail Models | Harley-Davidson® Touring Models

USD 6.320

USD 8.270

USD 8.990

OPTIONAL: additional day with guided city tour

USD 440

USD 500

INCLUDED SERVICES: All overnights in comfortable hotels during entire tour; Breakfast every day; 11 dinners, 2 picnics/lunches; Motorcycle rental with unlimited mileage; Third party liability insurance for motorcycles; Comprehensive vehicle insurance for motorcycles with deductible according to the booked motorcycle model; Tour information package including safety tips, details about the hotels, the route and the sights; Tour guide on motorcycle; Support van for luggage transportation (1 piece per person) and space for passengers (limited) on entire tour; Edelweiss Riding Tips; SERVICES NOT INCLUDED: All services not mentioned as included and all items of a personal nature. OPTIONAL SERVICES: Global travel health and cancellation insurance; optional deductible reduction on included motorcycle insurance (Cover All / Cover Plus), additional rental options prior or post tour on request and availability.

ITINERARY

EUROPE

Day 1

Arrival in Innsbruck / Seefeld

GERMANY

[ca. 145 mi] Day 2 Seefeld Salzburg Day 3 Salzburg Gmunden [ca. 105 mi] Day 4 Gmunden Fohnsdorf [ca. 150 mi] Day 5 Fohnsdorf Villach [ca. 150 mi] Day 6 Villach European Bike Week [ca. 100 mi] Day 7 Villach European Bike Week [ca. 80 mi] Day 8 Villach Cortina d‘Ampezzo [ca. 145 mi] Day 9 Cortina d‘Ampezzo Seefeld [ca. 150 mi] Day 10 Departure from Innsbruck / Seefeld

EUROPEAN BIKE WEEK

Alps

EDELWEISS TOURS

AUSTRIA / GERMANY / ITALY / SLOVENIA

10 DAYS VACATION from $ 4.800,-

Seefeld

Innsbruck

Dolomites

Bike Week Villach

Cortina d’Ampezzo Gardasee

ITALY

SLOVENIA

ADDITIONAL DAY: Incl. guided city tour: Innsbruck. See p. 22

Adriatic Sea

HIGHLIGHTS

DIFFICULTY

ONLINE BOOKING

Salzburg, Eagle‘s Nest, Erzberg mine, Red Bull Ring, European Bike Week, Nockalm Road, Cortina d‘Ampezzo, Dolomites

RIDING HRS/DAY SIGHTSEEING

WWW.EDELWEISSBIKE.COM

TOUR DATES 01 SEP – 10 SEP 2018 31 AUG – 09 SEP 2019

Our journey takes us over over mountains, passes and crystal-clear lakes – we go on exceptionally beautiful routes through the Alps and foothills. It seems to us as the arrival of the legendary Faaker See Bike Week in which the bikers can really get to know. Once there we dive for two days in the hustle and bustle with a thousand peers and celebrate a big Harley Party. With everything that goes with it. Of course, we should not miss the great motorcycle roads around Lake Faak – where we will meet on these days on many Harleys.

TOUR PRICES 2018 per person in USD Cat.

EUROPEAN BIKE WEEK THE BIGGEST HARLEY PARTY IN EUROPE AND THE ALPS, WHAT A COMBINATION!

Minimum number of participants: 6

Motorcycle

Harley-Davidson® Sportster Models

USD 4.800

USD 6.040

USD 6.840

Harley-Davidson® Dyna Models

USD 4.870

USD 6.180

USD 6.980

Harley-Davidson® Softail Models | Harley-Davidson® Touring Models

USD 4.990

USD 6.420

USD 7.220

OPTIONAL: additional day with guided city tour

USD 440

USD 500

INCLUDED SERVICES: All overnights in comfortable hotels (comfortable middle-class hotels) during entire tour; Breakfast every day; 9 dinners; Motorcycle rental with unlimited mileage; Third party liability insurance for motorcycles; Comprehensive vehicle insurance for motorcycles with deductible according to the booked motorcycle model; Tour information package including safety tips, details about the hotels, the route and the sights; Tour guide on motorcycle; Support van for luggage transportation (1 piece per person) and space for passengers (limited) on entire tour; Edelweiss Riding Tips; SERVICES NOT INCLUDED: All services not mentioned as included and all items of a personal nature. OPTIONAL SERVICES: Global travel health and cancellation insurance; optional deductible reduction on included motorcycle insurance (Cover All / Cover Plus), additional rental options prior or post tour on request and availability. © Rob Stoll

Fohnsdorf

AUSTRIA

5EB

CLASSIC

Gmunden

Eagles Nest

HARLEY-DAVIDSON® ONLY

Salzburg

ITINERARY

EUROPE

Day 1

Arrival in Florence / Rignano sull’Arno

Day 2 Rignano sull’Arno [ca. 140 mi] [ca. 175 mi] Day 3 Rignano sull’Arno Assisi Day 4 Assisi [ca. 160 mi] Day 5 Assisi Siena [ca. 185 mi] Day 6 Siena [ca. 140 mi] Day 7 Siena Rignano sull’Arno [ca. 160 mi] Day 8 Departure from Florence / Rignano sull’Arno

Mugello Firenze Rignano sull'Arno Greve in Chianti San Gimignano

DUCATI ONLY

MOTO GP TOURS

CLASSIC

Apennines Gubbio

Siena

Montepulciano

L. Trasimeno

Perugia

Assisi

ITALY ADDITIONAL DAY: Incl. guided city tour: Florence. See p. 22

DUCATI ONLY

MOTO GP MUGELLO & THE BEST OF ITALY

EDELWEISS TOURS

Parco Sasso Simone e Simoncello

CLASSIC EDELWEISS TOURS

DIFFICULTY RIDING HRS/DAY SIGHTSEEING

9MU

WATCH THE LEGENDARY MOTO GP RACES AND DISCOVER SOME AWESOME MOTORCYCLING REGIONS AT THE SAME TIME!

8 DAYS VACATION

19 MAY – 26 MAY 2018 18 MAY – 25 MAY 2019

from $ 4.310,-

In Tuscany stunning scenery, amazing history, outstanding food and wine, and some of the world’s best roads work together to provide you with a vacation of a lifetime. And Vale and his MotoGP-colleagues are set to put on a stunning show of speed and light and craziness to enhance the experience. Florence is not so much a city than an open air museum, stuffed with art, culture, and history. Siena with its shell-shaped main piazza, San Gimignano with its medieval towers, Assisi with its breathtaking cathedral, they are all part of this tour, just like the roads that connect them. They are small and curvy and void of any traffic and they wiggle their way around vineyards, across mountains and along rivers. And around every corner there is a little café, serving the world’s best Cappuccino. During the race Rossi’s fan club will turn Mugello into a world of yellow, and you’ll be right in the middle of it. After the race, thousands of little Rossis will turn the roads into a racetrack, and you’ll also be right in the middle of it. This tour is a sensory overload and shouldn’t be missed, Rossi fan or not.

TOUR PRICES 2018 per person in USD Cat.

TOUR DATES

ITALY

Do you want to inhale the spirit of the legendary Moto GP races live on-site? Do you want to watch some of the world’s best motorcycle racers fight for their world championship points? Then your wait has come to an end, join us on our Moto GP touring series through Spain and Italy! Spain and Italy are true motorcycle nations. For once a map of Europe reveals that these countries offer a perfect patchwork of mountain ranges, with some of the most amazing roads just made for motorcycling. Secondly, the world famous motorcycle brand Ducati is located in the heart of Italy, and you will feel the red-hearted enthusiasm while riding your latest model Ducati. Plus, Italy and Spain are the locations of some of the best racetracks in the world: the Moto GP series in Mugello, Valencia and Catalunya. Understandable why these places including the legendary Moto GP races are on so many riders’ bucket lists. So let’s check them off your list with our unique and brand new Ducati touring program. We are convinced it is the best way to do it; a lot better than watching the races on TV!

Minimum number of participants: 6

Motorcycle

Ducati Monster 821 | Ducati Multistrada 950

USD 4.310

USD 5.270

USD 5.740

Ducati Monster 1200 | Ducati Multistrada 1200

USD 4.360

USD 5.380

USD 5.850

Ducati Multistrada 1200 Enduro

USD 4.410

USD 5.480

USD 5.950

OPTIONAL: additional day with guided city tour

USD 440

USD 500

INCLUDED SERVICES: All overnights (comfortable middle-class hotels) during entire tour; Breakfast every day; 7 dinners including non-alcoholic beverages; Moto GP ticket for race day; Motorcycle rental with unlimited mileage; Third party liability insurance for motorcycles; Comprehensive vehicle insurance for motorcycles with deductible according to the booked motorcycle model; Tour information package including safety tips, details about the hotels, the route and the sights; Tour guide on motorcycle; Support van for luggage transportation (1 piece per person) and space for passengers (limited) on entire tour; Edelweiss Riding Tips; SERVICES NOT INCLUDED: All services not mentioned as included and all items of a personal nature. OPTIONAL SERVICES: Global travel health and cancellation insurance; optional deductible reduction on included motorcycle insurance (Cover All / Cover Plus), additional rental options prior or post tour on request and availability.

ANDORRA

ITINERARY

Pyrenees Catalanes National Park

FRANCE

Pyrenees Mountains

Motorland Aragón

ITINERARY

Alcañiz

La Seu d'Urgell

Day 1

Arrival in Barcelona / Castelldefels

Day 2 Castelldefels [ca. 170 mi] [ca. 175 mi] Day 3 Castelldefels La Seu d’Urgell Day 4 La Seu d’Urgell [ca. 140 mi] Day 5 La Seu d’Urgell Vic [ca. 170 mi] Day 6 Vic [ca. 140 mi] Day 7 Vic Castelldefels [ca. 160 mi] Day 8 Departure from Barcelona / Castelldefels

Day 1 ADDITIONAL DAY: Incl. guided city tour: Barcelona. See p. 22

Coll de Boixols

SPAIN

Vic El Montseny Nature Park

Circuit de Catalunya Santa Maria de Monserrat

Castelldefels

MOTO GP CATALUNYA AND THE PYRENEES

CLASSIC EDELWEISS TOURS

8 DAYS VACATION

Mediterranea Sea

DIFFICULTY RIDING HRS/DAY SIGHTSEEING

TOUR DATES 02 JUN – 09 JUN 2018 01 JUN – 08 JUN 2019

from $ 4.250,-

Catalonia is well known for being one of Europe’s motorcycling hot spots, offering an endless array of awesome roads in spectacular scenery. Catalonia’s capital Barcelona is well known for its world-class sightseeing, shopping and nightlife. And the Catalonia GP is well known for being one of the fastest and fiercest races on the MotoGP calendar. Combine all three on this amazing tour across the north-eastern corner of the Iberian Peninsula. Sample some Tapas. Sip some tasty local red wine. Take a dip in the Mediterranean. Ride stunning mountain roads in the Pyrenees. Enjoy gorgeous hotels in beautiful locations. Get VIP tickets to the MotoGP race. Have some fun on brand new Ducatis. Bask in the warm sun. Buy some duty free souvenirs in Andorra. Have a café con leche or two. Meet some local Marquez fans, proudly boasting his number, 93. Do it all here in Spain, under a clear blue sky, in one of the world’s ultimate riding destinations. And collect memories that will last a lifetime, no matter who’s going to win that race. But beware: attending motorcycle races is very addictive!

TOUR PRICES 2018 per person in USD Cat.

Morella

Teruel

Sierra de Gudar

San Benicassim

Sierra de Cuenca

Costa Blanca Gulf of Valencia Circuit Ricardo Tormo

DUCATI ONLY

MOTO GP VALENCIA & THE ROUTE OF DON QUIJOTE

CLASSIC EDELWEISS TOURS

Minimum number of participants: 6

Motorcycle

DIFFICULTY RIDING HRS/DAY SIGHTSEEING

TOUR DATES

SPAIN

8 DAYS VACATION

Valencia

9VA 10 NOV – 17 NOV 2018 09 NOV – 16 NOV 2019

from $ 4.400,-

Valencia, Spain’s third-largest city, is known around the world for its bold modern architecture, for its traditional Paella dish, for its stunning beaches, its throbbing nightlife and many other things, but not for being a motorcyclist’s dream destination. The question is: why? The endless curvy roads that criss-cross the city’s hinterland can easily compete with their counterparts in Andalucia or elsewhere, as they are well maintained and see very little traffic. A dream come true for any avid rider, especially in November, when most of the rest of Europe is already cold and nasty. The MotoGP race at the Circuito de Valencia is traditionally the last one on the calendar. This is not a very fast track, but a very technical one, so gripping race action is guaranteed. And up to 150,000 spectators will turn the event into one massive big party! The undisputed king of the track is Jorge Lorenzo, so hold on to your VIP ticket and watch him fight. A riveting race and endless riding fun on a brand new Ducati, under the eternal blue Spanish sky, that’s what this tour is all about.

San Mateo

Peñarroya

SPAIN

9CP

SPAIN

[ca. 115 mi] [ca. 160 mi] [ca. 165 mi] [ca. 170 mi] [ca. 150 mi] [ca. 175 mi]

Barcelona

Parc Nat. Garraf

DUCATI ONLY

Arrival in Valencia

Day 2 Valencia Day 3 Valencia Teruel Day 4 Teruel Day 5 Teruel Alcañiz Day 6 Alcañiz Day 7 Alcañiz Valencia Day 8 Departure from Valencia

TOUR PRICES 2018 per person in USD

Minimum number of participants: 6

Ducati Monster 821 | Ducati Multistrada 950

USD 4.250

USD 5.210

USD 5.700

Cat.

Ducati Monster 1200 | Ducati Multistrada 1200

USD 4.310

USD 5.320

USD 5.810

Ducati Monster 821 | Ducati Multistrada 950

USD 4.400

USD 5.380

USD 5.870

Ducati Multistrada 1200 Enduro

USD 4.360

USD 5.420

USD 5.910

Ducati Monster 1200 | Ducati Multistrada 1200

USD 4.450

USD 5.480

USD 5.970

OPTIONAL: additional day with guided city tour

USD 440

USD 500

Ducati Multistrada 1200 Enduro

USD 4.510

USD 5.590

USD 6.080

INCLUDED SERVICES: All overnights in comfortable hotels during entire tour; Breakfast every day; 7 dinners including non-alcoholic beverages; Moto GP ticket for race day; Motorcycle rental with unlimited mileage; Third party liability insurance for motorcycles; Comprehensive vehicle insurance for motorcycles with deductible according to the booked motorcycle model; Tour information package including safety tips, details about the hotels, the route and the sights; Tour guide on motorcycle; Support van for luggage transportation (1 piece per person) and space for passengers (limited) on entire tour; Edelweiss Riding Tips. SERVICES NOT INCLUDED: All services not mentioned as included and all items of a personal nature. OPTIONAL SERVICES: Global travel health and cancellation insurance; optional deductible reduction on included motorcycle insurance (Cover All / Cover Plus), additional rental options prior or post tour on request and availability.

Motorcycle

INCLUDED SERVICES: All overnights in comfortable hotels during entire tour; Breakfast every day; 7 dinners including non-alcoholic beverages; Moto GP ticket for race day; Motorcycle rental with unlimited mileage; Third party liability insurance for motorcycles; Comprehensive vehicle insurance for motorcycles with deductible according to the booked motorcycle model; Tour information package including safety tips, details about the hotels, the route and the sights; Tour guide on motorcycle; Support van for luggage transportation (1 piece per person) and space for passengers (limited) on entire tour; Edelweiss Riding Tips; SERVICES NOT INCLUDED: All services not mentioned as included and all items of a personal nature. OPTIONAL SERVICES: Global travel health and cancellation insurance; optional deductible reduction on included motorcycle insurance (Cover All / Cover Plus), additional rental options prior or post tour on request and availability.

ITINERARY

EUROPE

Day 1

RIDERS PARADISE – CORSICA AND SARDINIA

CLASSIC EDELWEISS TOURS

[ca. 130 mi] [ca. 100 mi] [ca. 125 mi] [ca. 145 mi] [ca. 145 mi] [ca. 155 mi] [ca. 105 mi] [ca. 195 mi]

Pisa Ligurian Sea

Calvi

I TA L Y C or sic a

[ca. 150 mi] [ca. 160 mi]

Ajaccio Bonifacio

Costa Smeralda

Cap Caccia

Olbia

Alghero

SIGHTSEEING

Tyrrhenian Sea

Su Nuraxi

Monti del Gennargenten

Arbatax Sardinia

ONLINE BOOKING

Ducati factory and museum, Pisa, Nuraghe Su Nuraxi, Bonifacio, Capo Caccia, Costa Smeralda, Col de Bavella, Apennine Mountains

RIDING HRS/DAY

Apennines

Cap Corse Bastia

HIGHLIGHTS

DIFFICULTY

Livorno

WWW.EDELWEISSBIKE.COM

9SK

FRANCE / ITALY

12 DAYS VACATION from $ 5.520,-

TOUR DATES 20 JUN – 01 JUL 2018 19 JUN – 30 JUN 2019

Corsica and Sardinia – they sound familiar, but they‘re not quite as well known as their popular neighbors, Tuscany and the French Riviera. Once you’ve been on this tour you will remember these names forever and they will bring back beautiful memories of excellent motorcycle roads with countless turns and beautiful vistas, of rugged mountains and long sandy beaches, of excellent food and wine and, last but not least, of an outstanding motorcycle tour with new friends. Experience the subtle differences between mainland Italy and the island of Sardinia and compare them to neighboring France, as represented by Corsica. Enjoy some world famous highlights, such as Pisa‘s Leaning Tower, or the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Su Nuraxi, or the beautiful coastline at Bonifacio. Whatever your imagination might be, this tour will show you even better!

TOUR PRICES 2018 per person in USD Cat.

THIS DUCATI TOUR ACROSS THE BEAUTIFUL ISLANDS OF CORSICA & SARDINIA IS A RIDER‘S DELIGHT. 80

Arrival in Bologna

Day 2 Bologna Livorno Day 3 Livorno Calvi Day 4 Calvi Day 5 Calvi Ajaccio Day 6 Ajaccio Bonifacio Day 7 Bonifacio Alghero Day 8 Alghero Day 9 Alghero Arbatax Day 10 Arbatax Olbia (overnight ferry to Livorno) Day 11 Livorno Bologna Day 12 Departure from Bologna

DUCATI ONLY

Adriatic Sea

Bologna

Minimum number of participants: 6

Motorcycle

Ducati Monster 821 | Ducati Multistrada 950

USD 5.520

USD 6.900

USD 7.630

Ducati Monster 1200 | Ducati Multistrada 1200

USD 5.610

USD 7.080

USD 7.810

Ducati Multistrada 1200 Enduro

USD 5.700

USD 7.260

USD 7.990

INCLUDED SERVICES: All overnights in comfortable middle-class hotels; Breakfasts every day; All dinners including non-alcoholic beverages; Motorcycle rental with unlimited mileage; Third party liability insurance for motorcycles; Comprehensive vehicle insurance for motorcycles with deductible according to the booked motorcycle model; Tour information package; Tour guide on motorcycle; Edelweiss riding tips; support van for luggage transportation (1 piece per person) and space for passengers (limited) on entire tour; ferry rides Livorno-Bastia / Corsica – Sardinia / Olbia-Livorno; Ducati museum and factory tour (depending on the operating hours); SERVICES NOT INCLUDED: All services not mentioned as included and all items of a personal nature. OPTIONAL SERVICES: Global travel health and cancellation insurance; optional deductible reduction on included motorcycle insurance (Cover All / Cover Plus), additional rental options prior or post tour on request and availability.

ITINERARY

EUROPE

Day 1

Tyrrhenian Sea

Arrival in Catania

Day 2 Catania Agrigento Day 3 Agrigento Day 4 Agrigento Cefalú Day 5 Cefalú Day 6 Cefalú Catania Day 7 Departure from Catania

[ca. 160 mi] [ca. 155 mi] [ca. 165 mi] [ca. 85 mi] [ca. 130 mi]

Cefalú Corleone Mount Etna Monti Sicani

Prizzi

CSI

EDELWEISS TOURS

ITALY

7 DAYS VACATION from $ 2.520,-

Agrigento

SIGHTSEEING

Monti Iblei

Mediterranean Sea

ONLINE BOOKING

Mount Etna, Taormina, Morgantina, Villa Romana del Casale, Valle dei Templi (Valley of the Temples), Sciacca, Corleone, Prizzi, Cefalú, Castelbuono, Scala dei Turchi

RIDING HRS/DAY

Catania

Valley of the Temples

HIGHLIGHTS

DIFFICULTY

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TOUR DATES 21 APR – 27 APR 2018 07 OCT – 13 OCT 2018 20 APR – 26 APR 2019 06 OCT – 12 OCT 2019

Sicily has been at the crossroads of cultures for thousands of years. Phoenicians, Carthaginians, Greeks and Romans, they all left their mark and they knew exactly why they loved it here. The landscape ranges from rugged coastline to sandy beaches, from rolling green hills to the snow cap on Mount Etna, from bustling cities to tiny villages where time stands still. Our tour is a Ride4Fun-semi-touring-center that covers the entire island from only three different locations. Catania sits on the slopes of Mount Etna, Europe’s largest and most active volcano. The peak of this behemoth is snow-clad even in summer and looking at the column of white smoke that rises from it will make you shiver with pleasure and fear. Agrigento, a city that 2,500 years ago was about ten times larger than today, features the world-famous Valley of Temples, while Cefalú, on the northern coast, has a stunning old town. But the roads in the hinterland are even better; looking at the map is like looking at a plate of spaghetti, with thin lines wiggling around each other like crazy. It will make your mouth water!

TOUR PRICES 2018 per person in USD Cat.

THIS TOUR FEATURES GREAT FOOD & WINE, STUNNING SCENERY, AMAZING HISTORY AND AWESOME ROADS. 82

IT AL Y Sicilia

AROUND MOUNT ETNA

CLASSIC

Taormina

Minimum number of participants: 6

Motorcycle

BMW G 310 R | BMW G 310 GS | Honda NC 750 S | Honda NC 750 X | Suzuki V-Strom 650

USD 2.520

USD 3.100

USD 3.300

BMW F 700 GS

USD 2.550

USD 3.160

USD 3.360

USD 2.610

USD 3.280

USD 3.480

USD 2.650

USD 3.360

USD 3.560

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure | BMW R 1200 RT | Ducati Multistrada 1200 Enduro

USD 2.700

USD 3.460

USD 3.660

INCLUDED SERVICES: All overnights in comfortable middle-class hotels during entire tour; breakfast every day; 4 dinners; motorcycle rental with unlimited mileage; third party liability insurance for motorcycles; comprehensive vehicle insurance for motorcycles with deductible according to the booked motorcycle model; tour information package; tour guide on motorcycle; luggage transportation (1 piece per person) from hotel to hotel; Edelweiss Riding Tips; SERVICES NOT INCLUDED: All services not mentioned as included and all items of a personal nature. OPTIONAL SERVICES: Global travel health and cancellation insurance; optional deductible reduction on included motorcycle insurance (Cover All / Cover Plus)

ITINERARY

EUROPE

Day 1

Roma

Adriatic Sea

Apennines

Arrival in Catania

Napoli

[ca. 160 mi] Day 2 Catania Agrigento Day 3 Agrigento Cefalú [ca. 150 mi] Day 4 Cefalú Taormina [ca. 140 mi] Day 5 Taormina Tagormina [ca. 100 mi] Day 6 Tagormina Parghelia [ca. 120 mi] Day 7 Parghelia Acquafredda [ca. 125 mi] Day 8 Acquafredda Pompei [ca. 140 mi] Day 9 Pompei [ca. 75 mi] Day 10 Pompei Roma (Rome) [ca. 190 mi] Day 11 Departure from Roma (Rome)

Pompei Gulf of Salerno Vesuv

ITA LY Acquafredda

ADDITIONAL DAY: Incl. guided city tour: Rome. See p. 22

Tyrrhenian Sea Parghelia

Messina

ROME TO SICILY

CLASSIC

RTS

EDELWEISS TOURS

ITALY

Cefalù

Sicily Valley of the Temples

ONLINE BOOKING

Roma (Rome), Costiera Amalfitana (Amalfi Coast), Pompei, Mount Etna, Valle dei Templi (Valley of the Temples), Tropea, Gulf of Salerno

RIDING HRS/DAY SIGHTSEEING

Catania

Mediterranean Sea

HIGHLIGHTS

DIFFICULTY

Madonie Mountains Taormina Mount Etna

Corleone

Agrigento

Ionian Sea

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TOUR DATES

11 DAYS VACATION from $ 4.240,Rome, the eternal city, is a place like no other. Our tour starts here and while heading south we have time to admire the beautiful scenery and some famous landmarks, like Mount Vesuvius, the world-famous Costa Amalfitana and the buried city of Pompeii. Along the stunning coast or on tiny, super-twisty roads in the hinterland we continue towards the southern tip of mainland Italy, catch the ferry, and off we go to Sicily.The largest island in the Med welcomes us with lush vegetation and a special vibe that sets it apart from the rest of Italy. On our rest day in Taormina you can explore the cobblestoned alleys of this beautiful town or take your bike out for a ride, like around Mt. Etna, Europe’s tallest and most active volcano. Or get up early and do both, it’s worth it! Sicily is roughly triangular, and we are going to visit all three sides. Cefalù, in the north, is famous for its stunningly beautiful old town, while Agrigento, in the south, enters the “best of Sicily” contest with its Valley of the Temples. Our tour ends in Catania, in the east, within sight of Mt. Etna. Ahhh, bella Italia...

28 APR – 08 MAY 2018 * 08 MAY – 18 MAY 2018 ** 14 OCT – 24 OCT 2018 * 24 OCT – 03 NOV 2018 ** 27 APR – 07 MAY 2019 * 07 MAY – 17 MAY 2019 ** 13 OCT – 23 OCT 2019 * 23 OCT – 02 NOV 2019 ** © Domenico Schiano

Cat.

** DIRECTION: ROME – CATANIA

* DIRECTION: CATANIA – ROME

TOUR PRICES 2018 per person in USD

A MEMORABLE MOTORCYCLE TOUR ON THE FANTASTIC ROADS OF BEAUTIFUL SOUTHERN ITALY AND SICILY. 84

The daily riding miles are approximate distances and may vary. The first and last days mentioned in the itinerary are the arrival and departure days; there is no riding on these days. Bear in mind the time difference between your country of origin and your travel destination. Arrival time should be arranged before 3 pm on the arrival day. This is the route for the tour that starts in Rome. If you choose to begin your journey in Catania, the itinerary will be reversed. Please book your flights accordingly. Route and overnight places may change due to unforeseen events.

Minimum number of participants: 6

Motorcycle

BMW G 310 R | BMW G 310 GS | Honda NC 750 S | Honda NC 750 X | Suzuki V-Strom 650

USD 4.240

USD 5.240

USD 5.590

BMW F 700 GS

USD 4.300

USD 5.350

USD 5.700

USD 4.410

USD 5.570

USD 5.920

USD 4.480

USD 5.720

USD 6.070

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure | BMW R 1200 RT | Ducati Multistrada 1200 Enduro

USD 4.570

USD 5.890

USD 6.240

OPTIONAL: additional day with guided city tour

USD 440

USD 500

INCLUDED SERVICES: All overnights in comfortable hotels (comfortable middle-class hotels, some in historical districts and often along the seaside) during entire tour; Breakfast every day; 2 picnics/lunches; 8 dinners; Motorcycle rental with unlimited mileage; Third party liability insurance for motorcycles; Comprehensive vehicle insurance for motorcycles with deductible according to the booked motorcycle model; Tour information package including safety tips, details about the hotels, the route and the sights; Tour guide on motorcycle; Support van for luggage transportation (1 piece per person) and space for passengers (limited) on entire tour; Ferry ride Calabria-Sicily or Sicily-Calabria; Edelweiss Riding Tips; SERVICES NOT INCLUDED: All services not mentioned as included and all items of a personal nature. OPTIONAL SERVICES: Global travel health and cancellation insurance; optional deductible reduction on included motorcycle insurance (Cover All / Cover Plus), additional rental options prior or post tour on request and availability.

ITINERARY

EUROPE

Day 1

Tyrrhenian Sea

Sicily

Arrival in Catania

Day 2 Catania Agrigento Day 3 Agrigento Day 4 Agrigento Cefalú Day 5 Cefalú Day 6 Cefalú Catania Day 7 Departure from Catania

[ca. 125 mi] [ca. 200 mi] [ca. 145 mi] [ca. 85 mi] [ca. 145 mi]

Taormina

Cefalú Madonie Mountains

Corleone

Mount Etna

Prizzi

Monti Sicani

Valley of the Temples Agrigento

Catania

ITALY Monti Iblei

Mediterranean Sea

HARLEY-DAVIDSON® ONLY

TOUR OF SICILY

5SI

CLASSIC EDELWEISS TOURS

ITALY

7 DAYS VACATION from $ 3.600,-

HIGHLIGHTS

DIFFICULTY SIGHTSEEING

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TOUR DATES 21 APR – 27 APR 2018 28 APR – 04 MAY 2018 20 APR – 26 APR 2019 27 APR – 03 MAY 2019

Sicily – the name alone brings up images of blue oceans, volcanoes, dry mountain ranges, small hilltop towns, lemon and orange trees. These are not just images – this is the real Sicily, and at the end of the week, you will have seen all of this, and a lot more! For sightseeing, the Greeks and Romans have Romans and Greeks have built 2,500 years ago temple which today is a guarantee for sightseeing. for breathtaking motorcycle roads, nature has taken care of all alone. The man had just put the tar between the spectacular formations. Whether God is probably a motorcyclist? At least a big Harley fan.

TOUR PRICES 2018 per person in USD Cat.

DISCOVER SICILY‘S BEACHES, CRYSTAL CLEAR BAYS, NATIONAL PARKS, ANTIQUE RUINS AND LIVELY TOWN. 86

ONLINE BOOKING

Morgantina, Villa Romana del Casale, Agrigento, Valle dei Templi (Valley of the Temples), Corleone, Prizzi, Mount Etna

RIDING HRS/DAY

Minimum number of participants: 6

Motorcycle

Harley-Davidson® Sportster Models

USD 3.600

USD 4.440

USD 4.750

Harley-Davidson® Dyna Models

USD 3.650

USD 4.540

USD 4.850

Harley-Davidson® Softail Models | Harley-Davidson® Touring Models

USD 3.720

USD 4.680

USD 4.990

INCLUDED SERVICES: All overnights in comfortable hotels (comfortable middle-class hotels) during entire tour; Breakfast every day; 6 dinners; Motorcycle rental with unlimited mileage; Third party liability insurance for motorcycles; Comprehensive vehicle insurance for motorcycles with deductible according to the booked motorcycle model; Tour information package including safety tips, details about the hotels, the route and the sights; Tour guide on motorcycle; Support van for luggage transportation (1 piece per person) and space for passengers (limited) on entire tour; Edelweiss Riding Tips; SERVICES NOT INCLUDED: All services not mentioned as included and all items of a personal nature. OPTIONAL SERVICES: Global travel health and cancellation insurance; optional deductible reduction on included motorcycle insurance (Cover All / Cover Plus)

ITINERARY

EUROPE

Day 1

Adriatic Sea

Arrival in Naples

Day 2 Naples Pescasseroli Day 3 Pescasseroli Day 4 Pescasseroli Melfi Day 5 Melfi Matera Day 6 Matera Day 7 Matera Naples Day 8 Departure from Naples

[ca. 175 mi] [ca. 120 mi] [ca. 185 mi] [ca. 120 mi] [ca. 140 mi] [ca. 200 mi]

National Park of Abruzzo

4SI

EDELWEISS TOURS

ITALY

8 DAYS VACATION from $ 2.460,-

Napoli Vesuv

SIGHTSEEING

Matera Cilento National Park Pollino National Park

Tyrrhenian Sea

Gulf of Tarent

ONLINE BOOKING

Naples, Matese mountains, National Park Abruzzo, Maiella mountains, Melfi, Dolomiti lucane, Cilento Coast, Cilento National Park, Monticchio lakes

RIDING HRS/DAY

Castel del Monte

ITALY

HIGHLIGHTS

DIFFICULTY

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TOUR DATES 12 MAY – 19 MAY 2018 06 OCT – 13 OCT 2018 11 MAY – 18 MAY 2019 05 OCT – 12 OCT 2019

This motorcycle tour takes you to places, where only insiders go – making them miraculous wonderlands. Starting in Naples, the beautiful and crowded seaside city dominated by Mount Vesuvio, the route takes us north to the famous National Park of Abruzzo, which is located in the heart of the Apennines. There we will enjoy riding along winding roads and through untouched natural settings! Riding along the scenic Appennine mountain range, also called the “spine“of Italy, we will do countless twisties on our way to the beautiful medieval town of Melfi, in the Basilicata region. In Matera, one of the oldest settlements in history and European Capital of Culture for 2019, we will explore and admire the famous historical center. A side trip to Alberobello will give us the opportunity to see its typical Trulli buildings, which look like from a fairytale! Back at the Thyrrenian Coast, we will head to the Cilento national park, famous for the clearest lakes in Italy. Numerous curves later, the Mount Vesuvio will rise in front of us and our trip comes to an end. Bella Italy – what else can we say?

TOUR PRICES 2018 per person in USD Cat.

DISCOVER AN AREA OF ITALY WHERE FEW TOURISTS EVER GO – SEE SOUTHERN ITALY AT ITS BEST! 88

Apennines

Melfi

SOUTHERN ITALY EXTREME

Matese Mountains

Aurunci Mountains

RIDE4FUN

Pescasseroli

Minimum number of participants: 6

Motorcycle

Honda NC 750 S | Honda NC 750 X | Suzuki V-Strom 650

USD 2.460

USD 3.070

USD 3.300

BMW F 700 GS

USD 2.500

USD 3.140

USD 3.370

USD 2.570

USD 3.290

USD 3.520

USD 2.630

USD 3.400

USD 3.630

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure | BMW R 1200 RT | Ducati Multistrada 1200 Enduro

USD 2.680

USD 3.500

USD 3.730

INCLUDED SERVICES: All overnights (comfortable hotels with the special flair of the region) during entire tour; Breakfast every day; 5 dinners; Motorcycle rental with unlimited mileage; Third party liability insurance for motorcycles; Comprehensive vehicle insurance for motorcycles with deductible according to the booked motorcycle model; Tour information package including safety tips, details about the hotels, the route and the sights; Tour guide on motorcycle; Edelweiss Riding Tips; SERVICES NOT INCLUDED: All services not mentioned as included and all items of a personal nature. OPTIONAL SERVICES: Global travel health and cancellation insurance; optional deductible reduction on included motorcycle insurance (Cover All / Cover Plus), additional rental options prior or post tour on request and availability.

ITINERARY

EUROPE

Day 1

Arrival in Turin / Alba

Day 2 Alba Day 3 Alba Day 4 Alba Portofino Day 5 Portofino Day 6 Portofino Day 7 Portofino Alba Day 8 Departure from Turin / Alba

[ca. 130 mi] [ca. 125 mi] [ca. 115 mi] [ca. 140 mi] [ca. 100 mi] [ca. 135 mi]

Vineyards Asti Spumante

I T AL Y

Alba

Canelli

NEW BACK TO THE ROOTS IN PIEDMONT AND LIGURIA

HELD EDELWEISS TOURS

Riviera di Ponente Cinque Terre Ligurian Sea

ONLINE BOOKING

Centro Storico d‘Alba, Barbaresco, Canelli, Costigliole d‘Asti, Museo del Vino a Barolo, Cantina Del Glicine, Castle of Grinzane Cavour, Portofino, Cinque Terre, La Via del Sale

RIDING HRS/DAY SIGHTSEEING

Apennines

Portofino

HIGHLIGHTS

DIFFICULTY

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HPL

ITALY

TOUR DATES

8 DAYS VACATION from $ 2.000,-

16 JUN – 23 JUN 2018 24 JUN – 01 JUL 2018 02 SEP – 09 SEP 2018 15 JUN – 22 JUN 2019 23 JUN – 30 JUN 2019 01 SEP – 08 SEP 2019

Our tour starts in Alba, famous for the white wine Dolcetto d’Alba and for the precious white truffles. Two days of riding panoramic routes across rolling hills, medieval towns and charming landscapes, which are often compared to Tuscany’s Chianti region. But unlike Chianti this area of Piedmont is still a little secret, far away from regular tourist routes! After our share of Barolo and Risotto we head towards the ocean, to Liguria and the famous Portofino for the second part of our journey. A castle here, a palace there, soon the vineyards give way to olive groves. One word can describe this coastline: breathtaking. We have three days to explore the five pictoresque villages of the Cinque Terre and to enjoy their twisty roads. After the last breakfast, we have to say farewell our Agriturismo and turn north, through fascinating nature back to Piedmont. Now we deserve a glass of Asti Martini!

TOUR PRICES 2018 per person in USD Cat.

THIS TOUR TO THE PIEDMONT IS HEAVEN FOR CONNOISSEURS, EXPLORERS AND MOTORCYCLISTS ALIKE. 90

Minimum number of participants: 6

Motorcycle

Own Bike

USD 2.000

USD 2.280

USD 2.620

Ducati Scrambler | Triumph Street Scrambler

USD 2.420

USD 3.110

USD 3.450

BMW R nineT

USD 2.470

USD 3.220

USD 3.560

INCLUDED SERVICES: Overnights (agriturismo and regional inns/hotels) including breakfast and dinners; Picnic on the transfer days of the tour; Tour information package including tour book with exact route description; Tour guide on motorcycle or in the support van on transfer days; Luggage transport; Tour t-shirt; Motorcycle rental with unlimited mileage and third party liability insurance for motorcycles / comprehensive vehicle insurance for motorcycles with deductible according to the booked motorcycle model; Transfer on arrival and departure day (at extra cost); SERVICES NOT INCLUDED: All services not mentioned as included and all items of a personal nature. OPTIONAL SERVICES: Global travel health and cancellation insurance; optional deductible reduction on included motorcycle insurance (Cover All / Cover Plus), additional rental options prior or post tour on request and availability.

Costa Smeralda

ITINERARY

EUROPE

Day 1

Arrival in Olbia / Aggius

Aggius

Day 2 Aggius [ca. 120 mi] [ca. 120 mi] Day 3 Aggius Arbus Day 4 Arbus [ca. 120 mi] Day 5 Arbus Canales [ca. 120 mi] Day 6 Canales [ca. 120 mi] Day 7 Canales [ca. 120 mi] Day 8 Canales Aggius [ca. 120 mi] Day 9 Departure from Olbia / Aggius

Olbia

Canales Desulo

The first and last days mentioned in the itinerary are the arrival and departure days; there is no riding on these days. Bear in mind the time difference between your country of origin and your travel destination. Arrival time should be arranged before 3 pm on the arrival day. Please book your flights accordingly. Route and overnight places may change due to unforeseen events.

Sardinia

Gennargentu Massiv Tyrrhenian Sea

Arbus

Costa Verde

Beaches at Cala Gonone Cave of Bue Marino

ITAL Y

Sea of Sardinia

Gulf of Orosei

BACK TO THE ROOTS IN SARDINIA

CLASSIC HELD EDELWEISS TOURS

HIGHLIGHTS

DIFFICULTY RIDING HRS/DAY

ONLINE BOOKING

Aggius, Burgos, Gennargentu, Nuraghe Su Nuraxi, Golf von Orosei, Grotte del Bue Marino, Passo Genna

SIGHTSEEING

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HSA

ITALY

9 DAYS VACATION from $ 2.470,-

TOUR DATES 26 MAY – 03 JUN 2018 14 SEP – 22 SEP 2018 25 MAY – 02 JUN 2019 13 SEP – 21 SEP 2019

Sardinia is world-renowned for its white sandy beaches and its turquoise bays. Sailboats and yachts fight for the best berth at the Costa Smeralda; campers brawl for the last shady spot at the campground; cars congest the popular coastal roads – and us motorcyclists? We laugh and enjoy the hidden roads and tracks of the backcountry, between gigantic granite rocks and red sandstone, illuminated by the setting sun.But, in this arid region where the sun sometimes beats down relentlessly, we still find yellow cornfields and green lawns where sheep graze, and grape-vines that defiantly grow towards the sun. Through scents of myrtle and tangerines, pines, olive and orange trees we ride on small roads into the next village, where usually a few old farmers peacefully enjoy their espresso, as if the world would stand still forever. Here we can live the real Sardinian rhythm.

TOUR PRICES 2018 per person in USD Cat.

DISCOVER THE „SMALL CONTINENT“ IN THE MEDITERRANEAN FROM ITS ORIGINAL SIDE. 92

Minimum number of participants: 6

Motorcycle

Own Bike

USD 2.470

USD 2.820

USD 3.200

Ducati Scrambler | Triumph Street Scrambler

USD 2.960

USD 3.790

USD 4.170

BMW R nineT

USD 3.020

USD 3.910

USD 4.290

INCLUDED SERVICES: Overnights (agriturismo and regional inns/hotels) including breakfast and dinners; Picnic on the transfer days of the tour; Tour information package including tour book with exact route description; Tour guide on motorcycle or in the support van on transfer days; Luggage transport; Tour t-shirt; Motorcycle rental with unlimited mileage and third party liability insurance for motorcycles / Comprehensive vehicle insurance for motorcycles with deductible according to the booked motorcycle model; Transfer on arrival and departure day (at extra cost); SERVICES NOT INCLUDED: All services not mentioned as included and all items of a personal nature. OPTIONAL SERVICES: Global travel health and cancellation insurance; optional deductible reduction on included motorcycle insurance (Cover All / Cover Plus), additional rental options prior or post tour on request and availability. SCOUTING*: This is the first official tour date of a tour series.

ITINERARY

EUROPE

Day 1

Adriatic Sea Rimini

Arrival in Florence / Donnini

[ca. 110 mi] Day 2 Donnini Siena Day 3 Siena [ca. 80 mi] Day 4 Siena Assisi [ca. 165 mi] Day 5 Assisi [ca. 165 mi] Day 6 Assisi San Marino [ca. 160 mi] Day 7 San Marino [ca. 90 mi] Day 8 San Marino Donnini [ca. 140 mi] Day 9 Departure from Florence / Donnini

SAN M ARIN O Firenze Pisa

Tavullia

Chianti

San Gimignano

Siena

TOUR OF TUSCANY

BIT

CLASSIC EDELWEISS TOURS

ITALY / SAN MARINO

9 DAYS VACATION from $ 4.080,This tour across the ancient lands of the Etruscans and Romans is for riders, for of culture and history buffs, and for everyone who simply loves Italy. It all starts in Florence, aka Firenze, a city of unequaled beauty. From here we go south to the Chianti region, where the hills fade into a grayish blue with stone pines, castles and historic towns all around us as we cruise towards Siena. The horse race that made Siena famous, “Il Palio”, is held annually, right in downtown, on the shell-shaped Piazza del Campo. Siena is an amazing place, so a rest day here is more than justified. In Assisi, home town of St. Francis, who gave away his wealth to help the poor, the giant cathedral and the pretty old town welcome countless pilgrims from around the world. It’s definitively worth another rest day! Next we head to San Marino, the city that is an independent country and the world’s oldest republic. Explore its castles and fortresses or take your bike out on the surrounding roads. Rest day? Absolutely! Our grand finale is a jaunt over the mountain passes of the Alpe di Serra on our way back to Florence.

RIDING HRS/DAY

Cortona

Lake Trasimeno ADDITIONAL DAY: Incl. guided city tour: Florence. See p. 22

Assisi

Montalcino

Tyrrhenian Sea Lake Bolsena

ONLINE BOOKING

Florence, Pisa, Chianti region, San Gimignano, Siena, Orvieto, Gubbio, Urbino, Assisi, San Marino

SIGHTSEEING

IT AL Y Perugia

HIGHLIGHTS

DIFFICULTY

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TOUR DATES 19 MAY – 27 MAY 2018 06 SEP – 14 SEP 2018 15 SEP – 23 SEP 2018 18 MAY – 26 MAY 2019 05 SEP – 13 SEP 2019 14 SEP – 22 SEP 2019

TOUR PRICES 2018 per person in USD Cat.

RIDE THE ROADS OF TUSCANY, UMBRIA AND MARCHE AND EXPERIENCE THE UNIQUE ITALIAN WAY OF LIFE. 94

Urbino

Donnini

Minimum number of participants: 6

Motorcycle

BMW G 310 R | BMW G 310 GS | Honda NC 750 S | Honda NC 750 X | Suzuki V-Strom 650

USD 4.080

USD 4.980

USD 5.300

BMW F 700 GS

USD 4.120

USD 5.060

USD 5.380

USD 4.210

USD 5.230

USD 5.550

USD 4.270

USD 5.350

USD 5.670

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure | BMW R 1200 RT | Ducati Multistrada 1200 Enduro

USD 4.330

USD 5.480

USD 5.800

OPTIONAL: additional day with guided city tour

USD 440

USD 500

INCLUDED SERVICES: All overnights in comfortable hotels (comfortable middle-class hotels, some with historical flair) during entire tour; Breakfast every day; 2 picnics/lunches; 5 dinners; Motorcycle rental with unlimited mileage; Third party liability insurance for motorcycles; Comprehensive vehicle insurance for motorcycles with deductible according to the booked motorcycle model; Tour information package including safety tips, details about the hotels, the route and the sights; Tour guide on motorcycle; Support van for luggage transportation (1 piece per person) and space for passengers (limited) on entire tour; Edelweiss Riding Tips; SERVICES NOT INCLUDED: All services not mentioned as included and all items of a personal nature. OPTIONAL SERVICES: Global travel health and cancellation insurance; optional deductible reduction on included motorcycle insurance (Cover All / Cover Plus), additional rental options prior or post tour on request and availability.

ITINERARY

EUROPE

Day 1

HARLEY-DAVIDSON® ONLY

UNDER THE TUSCAN SUN

5IT

CLASSIC EDELWEISS TOURS

ITALY

10 DAYS VACATION from $ 4.570,-

[ca. 135 mi] [ca. 110 mi] [ca. 140 mi] [ca. 110 mi] [ca. 50 mi] [ca. 50 mi] [ca. 155 mi] [ca. 95 mi]

ADDITIONAL DAY: Incl. guided city tour: Rome. See p. 22

Firenze Pisa Chianti Volterra

RIDING HRS/DAY

Lake Trasimeno Assisi

Orvieto

Apennines

Lake Bolsena

Tyrrhenian Sea

Roma

ONLINE BOOKING

Roma (Rome), Assisi, Lago Trasimeno, Florence, Mugello racetrack, Chianti Region, Pisa, Orvieto

SIGHTSEEING

ITALY

San Gimignano

HIGHLIGHTS

DIFFICULTY

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TOUR DATES 11 MAY – 20 MAY 2018 14 SEP – 23 SEP 2018 10 MAY – 19 MAY 2019 13 SEP – 22 SEP 2019

This tour shows you beautiful scenery, historic towns, and great food and wine. We start our ride by leaving Rome and its traffic behind, heading for little roads that lead us to Tuscany: sweeping turns and breathtaking scenery everywhere! We do some sightseeing every day. Assisi, the town of St. Francis, is on our bucket list. The ride towards our next destination, Florence, takes us past Lago Trasimeno, once the site of a fierce battle between the Romans and Hannibal. Florence will be our home for two nights. On our way to Volterra we ride through the famous Chianti area. Vineyards and olive trees line the small and curvy roads leading to picturesque villages! The rest day in Volterra gives you the chance to check Pisa and the Leaning Tower off your bucket list. The way to Orvieto is another spectacular ride seasoned with scenery and culture. Even on our last day the variety of scenery is amazing.

TOUR PRICES 2018 per person in USD Cat.

THE HEART OF ITALY IS GORGEOUS, YOU JUST HAVE TO LOVE IT. ESPECIALLY WHILE ON A HARLEY!

Minimum number of participants: 6

Motorcycle

Harley-Davidson® Sportster Models

USD 4.570

USD 5.750

USD 6.120

Harley-Davidson® Dyna Models

USD 4.640

USD 5.890

USD 6.260

Harley-Davidson® Softail Models | Harley-Davidson® Touring Models

USD 4.760

USD 6.130

USD 6.500

OPTIONAL: additional day with guided city tour

USD 440

USD 500

Arrival in Rome

Day 2 Roma (Rome) Assisi Day 3 Assisi Day 4 Assisi Florence Day 5 Florence Day 6 Florence Volterra Day 7 Volterra Day 8 Volterra Orvieto Day 9 Orvieto Roma (Rome) Day 10 Departure from Rome

Adriatic Sea

Mugello

ITINERARY

EUROPE

Day 1

Apennines

Arrival in Florence

Mugello

Day 2 Florence „The towers of San Gimignano“ [ca. 100 mi] Day 3 Florence „Castles of the Mugello“ [ca. 155 mi] Day 4 Florence „Piazze of Siena“ [ca. 105 mi] Day 5 Florence „Jewelry makers of Arezzo“ [ca. 115 mi] Day 6 Florence „Backroads and Pasta“ [ca. 75 mi] Day 7 Departure from Florence

Fiesole

ITALY

Firenze

Chianti Greve Arezzo

San Gimignano

Tuscany © Domenico Schiano

Siena

TUSCANY BY SCOOTER

2TU

SCOOTER EDELWEISS TOURS

ITALY

7 DAYS VACATION from $ 2.380,-

ADDITIONAL DAY: Incl. guided city tour: Florence. See p. 22

HIGHLIGHTS

DIFFICULTY RIDING HRS/DAY

ONLINE BOOKING

Florence, Mugello racetrack, Passo del Muraglione, Fiesole, Passo della Consuma, Siena, Greve in Chianti

SIGHTSEEING

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TOUR DATES 19 MAY – 25 MAY 2018 24 SEP – 30 SEP 2018 18 MAY – 24 MAY 2019 23 SEP – 29 SEP 2019

On this scooter tour through Tuscany you will have plenty of opportunity to experience the world-famous Italian lifestyle.Savor a full week of excitement in one of the top regions of Europe and discover the hidden jewels of Tuscany on a scooter. Florence will be our host on this tour, and there will be enough time during the week to discover the amazing town centre, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. From Florence we‘ll take a scooter tour every day to the most amazing sites nearby. Our first tour will take us to the small, walled, medieval hill town of San Gimignano. The next day‘s ride will roll gently through the hills of one of the world‘s famous wine regions, Chianti. In Siena you‘ll learn all about the Palio di Siena, with enough time to stroll through the streets and enjoy a cappuccino on the Piazza del Campo. Arezzo, our next destination, was one of the most powerful Etruscan towns in the past. Nowadays, the beautiful old city is the center of the Italian jewelry industry and uses up to ten tons of gold every month. The region north of Florence, called Mugello, is perhaps best known for the annual Moto GP at the Mugello racetrack, but has much more to offer. The hills and roads of this region seem to have been made expressly for our two-wheeled transports, and the day will be a lot of fun with scootering, relaxing and enjoying the Italian lifestyle.

TOUR PRICES 2018 per person in USD

A SCOOTER TOUR IN TUSCANY WITH PLENTY OF TIME TO EXPERIENCE THE ENVIABLE ITALIAN LIFESTYLE. 98

Gulf of Genoa

Minimum number of participants: 6

Cat.

Motorcycle

Vespa 300cc

USD 2.380

USD 2.810

USD 3.110

OPTIONAL: additional day with guided city tour

USD 440

USD 500

INCLUDED SERVICES: All All overnights in a comfortable hotel during entire tour; Breakfast every day; 6 dinners; Scooter rental with unlimited mileage; Third party liability insurance for scooters; Comprehensive vehicle insurance for scooters with deductible according to the booked scooter model; Tour information package including safety tips, details about the hotel, the route and the sights; Tour guide on scooter; Edelweiss Riding Tips; SERVICES NOT INCLUDED: All services not mentioned as included and all items of a personal nature. OPTIONAL SERVICES: Global travel health and cancellation insurance; optional deductible reduction on included motorcycle insurance (Cover All / Cover Plus), additional rental options prior or post tour on request and availability.

ITINERARY

EUROPE

Day 1

ITALY

Arrival in Nice / Vence

Day 2 Vence Valberg Day 3 Valberg Day 4 Valberg Vicoforte Day 5 Vicoforte Rapallo Day 6 Rapallo Day 7 Rapallo Finale Day 8 Finale Vence Day 9 Departure from Nice / Vence

[ca. 185 mi] [ca. 175 mi] [ca. 175 mi] [ca. 190 mi] [ca. 165 mi] [ca. 160 mi] [ca. 185 mi]

Apennines

F R AN C E

Grand Canyon du Verdon Vence

MEDITERRANEAN ALPS EXTREME

EDELWEISS TOURS

Monte Carlo

SIGHTSEEING

Rapallo

Gulf of Genoa

Nice Cote d'Azur

Ligurian Sea

ONLINE BOOKING

French Riviera, Gorges du Verdon (Verdon Gorge), Alpe d’Huez, Col du Galibier, Maritime Alps, Cinque Terre, Monte Carlo, Nice

RIDING HRS/DAY

Riviera di Parente

Finale

HIGHLIGHTS

DIFFICULTY

Vicoforte

Valberg

RIDE4FUN

Maritime Alps

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4SA

FRANCE / ITALY

9 DAYS VACATION from $ 2.770,-

TOUR DATES 12 MAY – 20 MAY 2018 15 SEP – 23 SEP 2018 11 MAY – 19 MAY 2019 14 SEP – 22 SEP 2019

Looking at a map of the French Maritime Alps will give you an idea of the riding that awaits you and your motorcycle! You will notice the number of passes and curves, leaving only one question to be answered: Will there be enough time to cover all of this most attractive European motorcycle paradise? “Curve collectors” can add a good number to their collection. Climbing some of the famous French Tour de France passes like Col de Turini, which is also known from the rally Monte Carlo, you will get an idea of what the cyclists must stand. We are looking for a different pleasure – enjoying the flow of curves on our bikes! A quite different ride awaits us at the picturesque Cinque Terre and the French Riviera, which are connected by the famous Via Julia Augusta, along the Ligurian coast. Experiencing unique cities like Monaco, Nice and Genoa complete the amazing ride between France and Italy.

TOUR PRICES 2018 per person in USD Cat.

THE CHARMING FRENCH RIVIERA, CINQUE TERRE AND THE MEDITERRANEAN ALPS ARE WAITING FOR YOU! 100

Minimum number of participants: 6

Motorcycle

Honda NC 750 S | Honda NC 750 X | Suzuki V-Strom 650

USD 2.770

USD 3.470

USD 3.820

BMW F 700 GS

USD 2.810

USD 3.550

USD 3.900

USD 2.890

USD 3.720

USD 4.070

USD 2.950

USD 3.840

USD 4.190

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure | BMW R 1200 RT | Ducati Multistrada 1200 Enduro

USD 3.020

USD 3.970

USD 4.320

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AUSTRIA

ITINERARY

EUROPE

Day 1

Klagenfurt

Arrival in Klagenfurt

Day 2 Klagenfurt Motovun Day 3 Motovun Day 4 Motovun Plitvicka Jezera/Otocac ˇ Day 5 Plitvicka Jezera/Otocac ˇ ˇ ˇ Day 6 Plitvicka Jezera/Otocac Otocec Day 7 Otocec Klagenfurt Day 8 Departure from Klagenfurt

[ca. 143 mi] [ca. 132 mi] [ca. 149 mi] [ca. 106 mi] [ca. 165 mi] [ca. 147 mi]

Julian Alps

Karawanks

SLO VE NIA ITALY

Otocec

Postojna Cave

C R O A T IA

Motovun Istria Island Krk

Plitvicˇka Jezera/ Otocˇac

BOSNI A A ND H E R Z E G OVI NA

ADRIATIC ROLLERCOASTER EXTREME

RIDE4FUN EDELWEISS TOURS

HIGHLIGHTS

DIFFICULTY RIDING HRS/DAY

ONLINE BOOKING

Karawanks, Loibl Pass, Postojna Cave, Istria, Mediterranean Sea, Plitvice Lakes National Park

SIGHTSEEING

Plitvice Lakes National Park

Island Cres

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AUSTRIA / BOSNIA-HERZEGOVINA / CROATIA / SLOVENIA

8 DAYS VACATION from $ 2.460,-

TOUR DATES 03 JUN – 10 JUN 2018 09 SEP – 16 SEP 2018 02 JUN – 09 JUN 2019 08 SEP – 15 SEP 2019

Endless curves and the crystal clear Mediterranean Sea are the highlights on this Adriatic Rollercoaster tour. Only a few motorcycle tours offer as much diversity as Slovenia and Croatia. Starting in Klagenfurt, at the border to Slovenia, our ride takes us through the Karawanks and Julian Alps, where we get an idea what this tour will be like; motorcycling at its best, and Mediterranean flair. Motovun, a beautiful town in Istria, will be our base for the next two days, where we will discover the beautiful Croatian coastline. From Motovun we head to the Northern Balkans to one of the highlights of this tour, the World Heritage Site Plitvice Lakes. With its amazing lakes and waterfalls, this park alone is worth a visit! On the last two riding days, we’ll make our way back through the mountains of Croatia and Slovenia with countless sweepers, beautiful valleys and breathtaking scenery.

TOUR PRICES 2018 per person in USD Cat.

A MOTORCYCLE TOUR THROUGH SPECTACULAR MOTORCYCLE AREAS ALONG THE MEDITERRANEAN SEA. 102

Mediterranean Sea

Minimum number of participants: 6

Motorcycle

Honda NC 750 S | Honda NC 750 X | Suzuki V-Strom 650

USD 2.460

USD 3.070

USD 3.310

BMW F 700 GS

USD 2.500

USD 3.140

USD 3.380

USD 2.570

USD 3.290

USD 3.530

USD 2.630

USD 3.400

USD 3.640

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure | BMW R 1200 RT | Ducati Multistrada 1200 Enduro

USD 2.680

USD 3.500

USD 3.740

INCLUDED SERVICES: All overnights (beautiful hotels with the special flair of the region) during entire tour; Breakfast every day; 5 dinners; Motorcycle rental with unlimited mileage; Third party liability insurance for motorcycles; Comprehensive vehicle insurance for motorcycles with deductible according to the booked motorcycle model; Tour information package including safety tips, details about the hotels, the route and the sights; Tour guide on motorcycle; Entry fee for Plitvice Lakes National Park; Edelweiss Riding Tips; SERVICES NOT INCLUDED: All services not mentioned as included and all items of a personal nature. OPTIONAL SERVICES: Global travel health and cancellation insurance; optional deductible reduction on included motorcycle insurance (Cover All / Cover Plus), additional rental options prior or post tour on request and availability.

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ITINERARY

EUROPE

Day 1

Arrival in Rijeka / Opatija

2CR

SCOOTER EDELWEISS TOURS

CROATIA / SLOVENIA

7 DAYS VACATION from $ 2.240,-

SLOVENIA

ITALY

Day 2 Opatija „The magic of the Postojna Cave“ [ca. 115 mi] Day 3 Opatija „Lim canal and its magestic flair“ [ca. 140 mi] Day 4 Opatija „History at the Pula Arena“ [ca. 175 mi] Day 5 Opatija „Island hopping to Cres and Krk“ [ca. 220 mi] Day 6 Opatija „Pure nature at Risnjak National Park“ [ca. 115 mi] Day 7 Departure from Rijeka / Opatija

CROATIA BY SCOOTER

Postojna Cave

Risnjak N.P.

Porec

CROATIA

Island Krk

Limsky Canal Adriatic Sea

Pula Arena

HIGHLIGHTS

DIFFICULTY RIDING HRS/DAY

Island Cres

ONLINE BOOKING

Pula Arena, Postojna Cave, Istria, Island Cres, Island Krk, Lim canal, Risnjak National Park

SIGHTSEEING

Rijeka

Opatija

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TOUR DATES 26 MAY – 01 JUN 2018 02 SEP – 08 SEP 2018 25 MAY – 31 MAY 2019 01 SEP – 07 SEP 2019

Croatia, the unspoiled gem on the Adriatic Sea! Since the end of Austro-Hungarian rule Opatija has been well known as a top tourist destination. The town‘s clear water, good food and fantastic coastal roads along all those wonderful bays attract many visitors. It’s our home base on this tour. Exploring the peninsula of Istria, we visit the Lim canal, famous for its mussels and oysters, and also pay a visit to the south of the peninsula, where we stop to see the ancient Roman Pula Arena. On our ride to Slovenia we visit Postojna Cave, the world’s second largest flowstone caves open to tourists. Unfortunately we don‘t have enough time to go to all of Croatia‘s 1,244 beautiful islands but, of course, we will get to see the two most beautiful ones! We cross the crystal-clear waters by ferry from Brestova to the island of Cres and then on to Krk, which is the largest of all those islands. We complete our scooter tour with a wonderful ride across the northern part of Croatia, to Risnjak National Park. This is your chance to sample a piece of Croatian cuisine that everyone should try.

TOUR PRICES 2018 per person in USD Cat.

Motorcycle

Vespa 300cc

Minimum number of participants: 6

USD 2.240

USD 2.740

USD 2.860

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CROATIA IS AN OUTSTANDING HOLIDAY DESTINATION. AND ON A SCOOTER IT’S EVEN BETTER! INCLUDED SERVICES: All overnights in a comfortable hotel (comfortable middle-class hotel) during entire tour; Breakfast every day; 6 dinners; Scooter rental with unlimited mileage; Third party liability insurance for scooters; Comprehensive vehicle insurance for scooters with deductible according to the booked scooter model; Tour information package including safety tips, details about the hotel, the route and the sights; Tour guide on scooter; Edelweiss Riding Tips; SERVICES NOT INCLUDED: All services not mentioned as included and all items of a personal nature. OPTIONAL SERVICES: Global travel health and cancellation insurance; optional deductible reduction on included motorcycle insurance (Cover All / Cover Plus), additional rental options prior or post tour on request and availability.

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CROATIA

ITINERARY

EUROPE

Day 1

Arrival in Split

Day 2 Split Hvar Day 3 Hvar Dubrovnik Day 4 Dubrovnik Kotor Day 5 Kotor Mostar Day 6 Mostar Day 7 Mostar Vodice Day 8 Vodice Day 9 Vodice Split Day 10 Departure from Split

Krka National Park

[ca. 155 mi] [ca. 140 mi] [ca. 118 mi] [ca. 152 mi] [ca. 124 mi] [ca. 143 mi] [ca. 112 mi] [ca. 149 mi]

BOSNIA AND HERZEGOVINA

Vodice Split Mostar

Sv. Jure Stari Grad

Dalmatian Coast Hvar

Island Hvar Lovcen N. P.

MONTENEGRO

Dubrovnik Kotor

Adriatic Sea

Budva

PEARLS OF THE ADRIATIC SEA

CLASSIC EDELWEISS TOURS

HIGHLIGHTS

DIFFICULTY RIDING HRS/DAY

ONLINE BOOKING

Dubrovnik, Montenegro, Budva, Hvar, Dalmatian Coast, Primošten, Krka National Park, Split

SIGHTSEEING

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CAS

BOSNIA-HERZEGOVINA / CROATIA / MONTENEGRO

10 DAYS VACATION from $ 4.310,-

TOUR DATES 03 JUN – 12 JUN 2018 21 SEP – 30 SEP 2018 02 JUN – 11 JUN 2019 20 SEP – 29 SEP 2019

Can you imagine: Orient and Occident, jet set and traditional life, modern and ancient times, all in one destination? This tour offers you exactly that by introducing you to Croatia, Bosnia-Herzegovina and Montenegro. We start in Split, right next to Emperor Diocletian’s amazing palace. From here we head south and take the ferry to Hvar, the lavender island. Day two brings us to Dubrovnik, aka “Pearl of the Adriatic”, a once powerful city-republic with a breathtaking old town. Next we cross the border to Montenegro, a tiny country with a vibe of its own, and then to Bosnia-Hercegovina. This is where the Orient begins to appear and where European culture meets the Byzantine on Mostar’s famous Old Bridge. Back in Croatia the famous Krka waterfalls are around the corner and invite you to stay a while.

TOUR PRICES 2018 per person in USD Cat.

THIS TOUR COMBINES BREATH-TAKING LANDSCAPES & SPECTACULAR ROADS ALONG THE ADRIATIC COAST. 106

Minimum number of participants: 6

Motorcycle

BMW G 310 R | BMW G 310 GS | Honda NC 750 S | Honda NC 750 X | Suzuki V-Strom 650

USD 4.310

USD 5.260

USD 5.680

BMW F 700 GS

USD 4.350

USD 5.350

USD 5.770

USD 4.450

USD 5.540

USD 5.960

USD 4.520

USD 5.690

USD 6.110

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure | BMW R 1200 RT | Ducati Multistrada 1200 Enduro

USD 4.590

USD 5.830

USD 6.250

INCLUDED SERVICES: All overnights in comfortable hotels (comfortable middle-class hotels with local flair and ambiance) during entire tour; Breakfast every day; 2 picnics/lunches; 7 dinners; Motorcycle rental with unlimited mileage; Third party liability insurance for motorcycles; Comprehensive vehicle insurance for motorcycles with deductible according to the booked motorcycle model; Tour information package including safety tips, details about the hotels, the route and the sights; Tour guide on motorcycle; Support van for luggage transportation (1 piece per person) and space for passengers (limited) on entire tour; Ferry rides to/from Island Hvar; Edelweiss Riding Tips; SERVICES NOT INCLUDED: All services not mentioned as included and all items of a personal nature. OPTIONAL SERVICES: Global travel health and cancellation insurance; optional deductible reduction on included motorcycle insurance (Cover All / Cover Plus), additional rental options prior or post tour on request and availability.

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BOSNIA AND HERZEGOVINA

ITINERARY

EUROPE

Day 1

CROATIA TO GREECE

CCG

CLASSIC EDELWEISS TOURS

ALBANIA / BOSNIA-HERZEGOVINA / CROATIA / GREECE / MACEDONIA / MONTENEGRO

Kolasin

Dubrovnik

BULGARIA Shkodra

[ca. 137 mi] [ca. 137 mi] [ca. 99 mi] [ca. 196 mi] [ca. 143 mi]

MACEDONIA

Adriatic Sea

St. Jovan Monastery Ohrid Lake Ohrid

ITALY

ALBANIA

[ca. 146 mi] [ca. 199 mi] [ca. 186 mi] [ca. 146 mi]

Saranda

SIGHTSEEING

GREECE Aegean Sea

Ionian Sea

[ca. 174 mi]

Delphi

The daily riding miles are approximate distances and may vary. The first and last days mentioned in the itinerary are the arrival and departure days; there is no riding on these days. Bear in mind the time difference between your country of origin and your travel destination. Arrival time should be arranged before 3 pm on the arrival day. This is the route for the tour that starts in Athen. If you choose to begin your journey in Dubrovnik, the itinerary will be reversed. Please book your flights accordingly. Route and overnight places may change due to unforeseen events.

Athen

Korinth

Epidaurus

Olympia Nafplio Kalamata Mediterranean Sea

ONLINE BOOKING

Athen, Korinth, Mykene, Olympia, Delphi, Meteora-Klöster, Butrint, Ohrid-See, Mavrovo-national park, Biogradska Gora national park, Dubrovnik

RIDING HRS/DAY

Butrint Meteora

HIGHLIGHTS

DIFFICULTY

SERBIA

MONTENEGRO

Arrival in Athen

Day 2 Athen Nafplion Day 3 Nafplion Kalamata Day 4 Kalamata Olympia Day 5 Olympia Delphi Day 6 Delphi Meteora Day 7 Meteora Day 8 Meteora Saranda Day 9 Saranda Ohrid Day 10 Ohrid Shkodra Day 11 Shkodra Kolašin Day 12 Kolašin Day 13 Kolašin Dubrovnik Day 14 Departure from Dubrovnik

NEW

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TOUR DATES

14 DAYS VACATION from $ 5.340,-

20 MAY – 02 JUN 2018 * 01 OCT – 14 OCT 2018 ** 19 MAY – 01 JUN 2019 * 30 SEP – 13 OCT 2019 **

Greece has always been a dream destination. Sunbathers, history buffs and “outdoor actives”, they all find their respective paradises along the endless golden beaches and the rugged mountains of this amazing country that is dotted with ancient sites like no other place on earth. After all, Greece is the cradle of democracy and of civilization as we know it. In just a few short days we can only scratch the surface of course, but on this tour we scratch it thor-oughly: Athens, Delphi, Olympia, Mycenae, Corinth and the world-famous monasteries of Meteora are on our bucket list and the amazing roads that connect all these dots won’t be forgotten either. But our tour encompasses more than just Greece. Albania, Macedonia and Montenegro are white spots on most people’s maps, their history, landscapes, cultures and cuisines are yet to be discov-ered. Come and discover them with us, on a motorcycle, and let yourself be enchanted by Greece and the southern Balkans and the amazing combination of history and riding fun.

Cat.

** DIRECTION: DUBROVNIK – ATHEN

* DIRECTION: ATHEN – DUBROVNIK

TOUR PRICES 2018 per person in USD

A MOTORCYCLE TOUR THAT COMBINES 3,000 YEARS OF HISTORY WITH LOTS OF SPECTACULAR RIDING FUN. 108

CROATIA

Minimum number of participants: 6

Motorcycle

BMW G 310 R | BMW G 310 GS | Honda NC 750 S | Honda NC 750 X | Suzuki V-Strom 650

USD 5.340

USD 6.620

USD 7.160

BMW F 700 GS

USD 5.420

USD 6.770

USD 7.310

USD 5.560

USD 7.060

USD 7.600

USD 5.670

USD 7.270

USD 7.810

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure | BMW R 1200 RT | Ducati Multistrada 1200 Enduro

USD 5.780

USD 7.490

USD 8.030

INCLUDED SERVICES: all overnights (comfortable middle-class hotels) during entire tour; breakfast every day; 2 picnic/lunches; 11 dinners; motorcycle rental with unlimited mileage; third party liability insurance for motorcycles; comprehensive vehicle insurance for motorcycles with deductible according to the booked motorcycle model; tour information package including safety tips, details about the hotels, the route and the sights; tour guide on motorcycle; support van for luggage transportation (1 piece per person) and space for passengers (limited) on entire tour; Edelweiss Riding Tips. SERVICES NOT INCLUDED: All services not mentioned as included and all items of a personal nature. OPTIONAL SERVICES: global travel health and cancellation insurance; optional deductible reduction on included motorcycle insurance (Cover All / Cover Plus); additional rental options prior or post tour on request and availability

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ITINERARY

EUROPE

Day 1

Carcassonne

Arrival in Barcelona / Castelldefels

FRANCE

[ca. 125 mi] Day 2 Castelldefels Peramola Day 3 Peramola [ca. 130 mi] Day 4 Peramola Carcassonne [ca. 155 mi] Day 5 Carcassonne [ca. 85 mi] Day 6 Carcassonne Mollo [ca. 155 mi] Day 7 Mollo Castelldefels [ca. 180 mi] Day 8 Departure from Barcelona / Castelldefels

Gorges de Galamus Mediterranean Sea

ANDORRA Pyrenees

Peramola ADDITIONAL DAY: Incl. guided city tour: Barcelona. See p. 22

TOUR OF THE PYRENEES

PYT

CLASSIC EDELWEISS TOURS

ANDORRA / FRANCE / SPAIN

8 DAYS VACATION from $ 3.730,Castelldefels, just south of Barcelona, is our gateway to the Pyrenees, a mountain range that forms a natural border between Spain and France. It features many peaks of 10,000 ft. or more, lots of remote wilderness and many miles of fantastic motorcycling roads.Right after leaving the coast we get to see the famous abbey of Montserrat, a 1,000-year-old monastery. Further inland, more history-laden places such as Cardona and La Seu d‘Urgell are on our way before we enter the micro-nation and shopping paradise of Andorra. Then we arrive in France, where we spend our rest day in the stunning town of Carcassonne, delightfully enclosed by medieval walls and lined with picturesque alleys. Of course you can also spend your day riding your bike, the roads on the French side of the Pyrenees are just as stunning as on the Spanish side. Back in Spain we continue on this festival of corners, curves and twisties until the mountains slowly give way to the coastal plains. Between Sant Feliu and Lloret de Mar, one of Europe‘s greatest coastal roads sweetens our last day and bids us farewell. Man, what a tour!

SPAIN

SIGHTSEEING

Barcelona Costa Brava Castelldefels

ONLINE BOOKING

Montserrat, Abbey Santa Maria de, La Seu d’Urgell, Andorra la Vella,Carcassonne, Gorges de Galamus, Coastal road between Sant Feliu de Guíxols and Lloret de Mar

RIDING HRS/DAY

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TOUR DATES 16 JUN – 23 JUN 2018 15 SEP – 22 SEP 2018 23 SEP – 30 SEP 2018 15 JUN – 22 JUN 2019 14 SEP – 21 SEP 2019 22 SEP – 29 SEP 2019

TOUR PRICES 2018 per person in USD Cat.

ENJOY A STUNNING TOUR WITH VERY LITTLE TRAFFIC IN ONE OF EUROPE’S BEST RIDING REGIONS! 110

Santa Maria de Montserrat

HIGHLIGHTS

DIFFICULTY

Mollo

Minimum number of participants: 6

Motorcycle

BMW G 310 R | BMW G 310 GS | Honda NC 750 S | Honda NC 750 X | Suzuki V-Strom 650

USD 3.730

USD 4.510

USD 4.990

BMW F 700 GS

USD 3.760

USD 4.580

USD 5.060

USD 3.840

USD 4.730

USD 5.210

USD 3.890

USD 4.840

USD 5.320

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure | BMW R 1200 RT | Ducati Multistrada 1200 Enduro

USD 3.940

USD 4.940

USD 5.420

OPTIONAL: additional day with guided city tour

USD 440

USD 500

INCLUDED SERVICES: All overnights in comfortable hotels (comfortable middle-class hotels, some with historical flair) during entire tour; breakfast every day; 1 picnic/lunch; 5 dinners; motorcycle rental with unlimited mileage; third party liability insurance for motorcycles; comprehensive vehicle insurance for motorcycles with deductible according to the booked motorcycle model; tour information package; tour guide on motorcycle; support van for luggage transportation (1 piece per person) and space for passengers (limited) on entire tour; Edelweiss Riding Tips; SERVICES NOT INCLUDED: All services not mentioned as included and all items of a personal nature. OPTIONAL SERVICES: Global travel health and cancellation insurance; optional deductible reduction on included motorcycle insurance (Cover All / Cover Plus), additional rental options prior or post tour on request and availability.

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Gulf of Biscaya

ITINERARY

EUROPE

Day 1

FRANCE

San Sebastián Luz-SaintSauveur

Arrival in Barcelona / Castelldefels

Day 2 Castelldefels Monestir d'Avellanes [ca. 230 mi] Day 3 Monestir d'Avellanes Pamplona [ca. 239 mi] Pamplona Day 4 Pamplona [ca. 196 mi] Day 5 Pamplona Luz-Saint-Sauveur [ca. 177 mi] Day 6 Luz-Saint-Sauveur Ax-les-Thermes [ca. 193 mi] Day 7 Ax-les-Thermes Argelès-sur-Mer [ca. 208 mi] Day 8 Argelès-sur-Mer Castelldefels [ca. 205 mi] Day 9 Departure from Barcelona / Castelldefels

Pyrenees Ax-les-Thermes Ordesa y Monte Perdido National Park

ANDORRA

Monestir d’Avellanes

Barcelona

SPAIN

Castelldefels

Mediterranean Sea

ADDITIONAL DAY: Incl. guided city tour: Barcelona. See p. 22

PYRENEES EXTREME

4PE

EDELWEISS TOURS

FRANCE / SPAIN

9 DAYS VACATION from $ 2.760,-

HIGHLIGHTS

DIFFICULTY

ONLINE BOOKING

Barcelona, Pamplona, San Sebastián, Porto de Portalet, Col du Tourmalet, Ordesa y Monte Perdido National Park, Cadaqués

RIDING HRS/DAY SIGHTSEEING

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TOUR DATES 07 JUN – 15 JUN 2018 06 SEP – 14 SEP 2018 06 JUN – 14 JUN 2019 05 SEP – 13 SEP 2019

We ride on small, hidden roads through the Pyrenees from the Mediterranean to the Atlantic and back! After the success of the Alps Extreme, we know there are a lot of riders who want the long riding days and challenging roads. We ride up to the highest peaks and spend the nights in remote places, far away from tourism. The natural beauty, outstanding scenery and excellent riding on empty roads are our reward. As all Ride4Fun tours run without a luggage van, we carry our luggage on the bikes. We start close to Barcelona and drive along the southern side of the Pyrenees in Spain to the famous city of Pamplona. There we will have a rest day to explore the city or take a ride to San Sebastián on the Atlantic Ocean. The next day we cross the border to France and follow the main mountain range back to the Mediterranean, crossing the border between Spain and France several times and enjoy some passes you might know from the Tour de France. There are not too many cultural highlights on this motorcycle tour, but you will have riding at its best in breathtaking scenery.

TOUR PRICES 2018 per person in USD Cat.

ON THIS TOUR WE EXPLORE THE PYRENEES AND EXPERIENCE MOTORCYCLE HEAVEN. 112

Costa Brava

Pyrenees

RIDE4FUN

Argelès-sur-Mer

Minimum number of participants: 6

Motorcycle

Honda NC 750 S | Honda NC 750 X | Suzuki V-Strom 650

USD 2.760

USD 3.480

USD 3.870

BMW F 700 GS

USD 2.800

USD 3.560

USD 3.950

USD 2.880

USD 3.730

USD 4.120

USD 2.940

USD 3.850

USD 4.240

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure | BMW R 1200 RT | Ducati Multistrada 1200 Enduro

USD 3.020

USD 4.000

USD 4.390

OPTIONAL: additional day with guided city tour

USD 440

USD 500

INCLUDED SERVICES: All overnights (comfortable hotels with the special flair of the region) during entire tour; Breakfast every day; 7 dinners; Motorcycle rental with unlimited mileage; Third party liability insurance for motorcycles; Comprehensive vehicle insurance for motorcycles with deductible according to the booked motorcycle model; Tour information package including safety tips, details about the hotels, the route and the sights; Tour guide on motorcycle; Edelweiss Riding Tips; SERVICES NOT INCLUDED: All services not mentioned as included and all items of a personal nature. OPTIONAL SERVICES: Global travel health and cancellation insurance; optional deductible reduction on included motorcycle insurance (Cover All / Cover Plus), additional rental options prior or post tour on request and availability.

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ITINERARY

EUROPE

Day 1

ST. JAMES WAY: TAPAS, PEAKS & TURNS

CLASSIC EDELWEISS TOURS

Gulf of Vizcaya

FRANCE Peaks of Europe Pamplona Cervera de Pisuerga

Pyrenees

Santo Domingo de la Calzada Soria

SPAIN Sierra de Guadarrama Alcale de Henares

Madrid

ONLINE BOOKING

RIDING HRS/DAY

WWW.EDELWEISSBIKE.COM

SIGHTSEEING

CBS

FRANCE / PORTUGAL / SPAIN

15 DAYS VACATION from $ 5.710,El Camino de Santiago, or St. James’s Way, one of the most popular pilgrimage route, leads through one of Europe’s most beautiful regions: northern Spain. From Madrid we head across the French border into the beautiful Pyrenees. The “Camino Frances” leads the pilgrims towards Santiago de Compostela and it will be our guideline as well. We will follow it loosely, enjoying places like Logroño or Burgos. Using bikes for our “pilgrimage” enables us to explore other places, too, like San Sebastian or the Guggenheim Museum in Bilbao. On this tour we use luxury Paradores, beautiful hotels, usually located in some age-old building that used to be a pilgrims hospital or a bishop’s palac. Imagine sipping your morning coffee while watching the pilgrims walk past and listening to the clicking noise of their walking sticks. A rest day provides time enjoy the outstanding beauty of Santiago and to ride to Cabo Finisterre, end of the known world for many hundreds of years and the place where pilgrims traditionally burn their hiking boots. Full of unforgettable impressions we head then back to vibrating Madrid.

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DIFFICULTY

Arrival in Madrid / Alcalá de Henares

[ca. 160 mi] Day 2 Alcalá de Henares Soria Day 3 Soria Pamplona [ca. 145 mi] Day 4 Pamplona [ca. 140 mi] Day 5 Pamplona Santo Domingo de la Calzada [ca. 145 mi] Cantabrian Mountains de Day 6 Santo Domingo de la Calzada Santiago Compostela Cervera de Pisuerga [ca. 170 mi] Villafranca del Bierzo Day 7 Cervera de Pisuerga León [ca. 160 mi] Day 8 León Villafranca del Bierzo [ca. 150 mi] Leon Santo Estevo Day 9 Villafranca del Bierzo Santo Estevo [ca. 140 mi] Verin Day 10 Santo Estevo Parque National de Montesinho Santiago de Compostela [ca. 160 mi] Day 11 Santiago de Compostela [ca. 115 mi] Day 12 Santiago de Compostela Verín [ca. 140 mi] Salamanca Day 13 Verín Salamanca [ca. 165 mi] Day 14 Salamanca Alcalá de Henares [ca. 145 mi] PORTUGAL Day 15 Departure from Madrid / Alcalá de Henares

TOUR DATES 24 JUN – 08 JUL 2018 26 AUG – 09 SEP 2018 23 JUN – 07 JUL 2019 25 AUG – 08 SEP 2019

HIGHLIGHTS

St. James Way, Santiago de Compostella, Picos de Europa, Pamplona, Pyrenees, Sierra de Cebollera

TOUR PRICES 2018 per person in USD Cat.

Minimum number of participants: 6

Motorcycle

BMW G 310 R | BMW G 310 GS | Honda NC 750 S | Honda NC 750 X | Suzuki V-Strom 650

USD 5.710

USD 7.090

USD 8.010

BMW F 700 GS

USD 5.790

USD 7.250

USD 8.170

USD 5.940

USD 7.560

USD 8.480

USD 6.060

USD 7.790

USD 8.710

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure | BMW R 1200 RT | Ducati Multistrada 1200 Enduro

USD 6.180

USD 8.030

USD 8.950

INCLUDED SERVICES: All overnights in comfortable hotels (comfortable middle-class Hotels) during entire tour; Breakfast every day; 2 picnics/lunches; 12 dinners; Motorcycle rental with unlimited mileage; Third party liability insurance for motorcycles; Comprehensive vehicle insurance for motorcycles with deductible according to the booked motorcycle model; Tour information package including safety tips, details about the hotels, the route and the sights; Tour guide on motorcycle; Support van for luggage transportation (1 piece per person) and space for passengers (limited) on entire tour; Edelweiss Riding Tips; SERVICES NOT INCLUDED: All services not mentioned as included and all items of a personal nature. OPTIONAL SERVICES: Global travel health and cancellation insurance; optional deductible reduction on included motorcycle insurance (Cover All / Cover Plus), additional rental options prior or post tour on request and availability.

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Arrival in Málaga

Day 2 Málaga Loja Day 3 Loja Day 4 Loja Ronda Day 5 Ronda Day 6 Ronda Málaga Day 7 Departure from Málaga

SPAIN

[ca. 140 mi] [ca. 140 mi] [ca. 140 mi] [ca. 75 mi] [ca. 150 mi]

PUEBLOS BLANCOS

Sierra Nevada

EDELWEISS TOURS

GIBRALTAR / SPAIN

7 DAYS VACATION from $ 3.910,-

Mediterranean Sea ADDITIONAL DAY: Incl. guided city tour: Malaga. See p. 22

ONLINE BOOKING

Málaga, Granada, Alhambra, Torcal de Antequera, Garganta del Chorro, Ronda, White Towns of Andalusia, Gibraltar, El Puerto de Santa María

RIDING HRS/DAY SIGHTSEEING

Malaga

Costa del Sol

HIGHLIGHTS

DIFFICULTY

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TOUR DATES 30 SEP – 06 OCT 2018 07 OCT – 13 OCT 2018 29 SEP – 05 OCT 2019 06 OCT – 12 OCT 2019

While the coast is the main attraction for regular tourists, riders like us want to spend more time in the mountains. After catching a short glimpse of the beautiful Costa del Sol we head north, to the hinterland. In Loja we enjoy our first rest day, but who would want to rest with highlights like the famous Alhambra or the Sierra Nevada just around the corner? The Sierra Nevada is one of the few areas in the world where you can go skiing in the morning and take a dip in the ocean in the afternoon! But, being real riders, we remain seated on our Harley-Davidson motorcycles and do some more miles! From Loja, we will begin exploring the central and western regions of Andalusia.Olive orchards and impressive mountain ranges line the way to Ronda, a picturesque little town high up in the Andalusian Mountains, where we spend another two nights. Before you realize it, and way too soon, the last riding day arrives. But we enjoy the last day to the fullest and try to find as many good roads as possible before we return to Malaga. This is truly one of the best motorcycle regions in the world!

TOUR PRICES 2018 per person in USD Cat.

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CLASSIC

Alhambra

Loja

HARLEY-DAVIDSON® ONLY

Granada

Iznajar Reservior

Minimum number of participants: 6

Motorcycle

Harley-Davidson® Sportster Models

USD 3.910

USD 4.800

USD 5.100

Harley-Davidson® Dyna Models

USD 3.960

USD 4.900

USD 5.200

Harley-Davidson® Softail Models | Harley-Davidson® Touring Models

USD 4.030

USD 5.040

USD 5.340

OPTIONAL: additional day with guided city tour

USD 440

USD 500

INCLUDED SERVICES: All overnights in comfortable hotels (comfortable middle-class hotels) during entire tour; Breakfast every day; 6 dinners; Motorcycle rental with unlimited mileage; Third party liability insurance for motorcycles; Comprehensive vehicle insurance for motorcycles with deductible according to the booked motorcycle model; Tour information package including safety tips, details about the hotels, the route and the sights; Tour guide on motorcycle; Support van for luggage transportation (1 piece per person) and space for passengers (limited) on entire tour; Entry fee for Alhambra; Edelweiss Riding Tips.; SERVICES NOT INCLUDED: All services not mentioned as included and all items of a personal nature. OPTIONAL SERVICES: Global travel health and cancellation insurance; optional deductible reduction on included motorcycle insurance (Cover All / Cover Plus), additional rental options prior or post tour on request and availability.

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Day 1

ADDITIONAL DAY: Incl. guided city tour: Malaga. See p. 22

Arrival in Málaga

Day 2 Málaga Granada Day 3 Granada Antequera Day 4 Antequera Arcos de la Frontera Day 5 Arcos de la Frontera Ronda Day 6 Ronda Day 7 Ronda Málaga Day 8 Departure from Málaga

[ca. 200 mi] [ca. 100 mi] [ca. 170 mi] [ca. 155 mi] [ca. 75 mi] [ca. 155 mi]

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Alhambra Granada

Zahara de la Sierra Arcos de la Frontera

Sierra Nevada

Antequera Ronda

Montes de Málaga

Málaga

Costa Tropical

Costa del Sol Gibraltar Costa de la Cruz Mediterranean Sea

Atlantic Ocean

ANDALUSIA TOUR

ATS

CLASSIC EDELWEISS TOURS

GIBRALTAR / SPAIN

8 DAYS VACATION from $ 3.300,-

HIGHLIGHTS

DIFFICULTY

ONLINE BOOKING

Alhambra, Sierra Nevada, Gibraltar, Torcal de Antequera, Arcos de la Frontera, Costa de la Luz, Plaza de Toros de Ronda, Sierra del Chaparral, Montes de Málaga, Zahara de la Sierra

RIDING HRS/DAY SIGHTSEEING

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TOUR DATES 08 APR – 15 APR 2018 06 OCT – 13 OCT 2018 07 APR – 14 APR 2019 05 OCT – 12 OCT 2019

Andalusia has always been associated with fiery steeds and proud horsemen. We feel like knights, in our colorful armor, mounting our metal stallions. Up to Granada we ride, to the Alhambra, the most splendid palace the Moorish caliphs ever built. It is a magnificent picture, with the snow-covered Sierra Nevada as a backdrop. Next on our trail is Antequera, a typical Andalusian white town with historic buildings around every corner. From here the road meanders through rolling hills covered with olive and almond tree groves. Black fighting bulls rub their hides lazily on rough cork oaks near Arcos de la Frontera. We stop in Gibraltar, not far from Africa, before we arrive at the spectacular town of Ronda, situated on both sides of the deep, narrow Tajo Canyon. The local bullfighting arena is said to be the place where the classical Spanish bullfight was first celebrated.On the last day we ride our high-tech horses through the Sierra and along the white beaches of the Mediterranean Sea. Is it our imagination, or do we really hear one of our boxers scrape a hind leg on the ground for a farewell?

TOUR PRICES 2018 per person in USD Cat.

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Minimum number of participants: 6

Motorcycle

BMW G 310 R | BMW G 310 GS | Honda NC 750 S | Honda NC 750 X | Suzuki V-Strom 650

USD 3.300

USD 4.030

USD 4.470

BMW F 700 GS

USD 3.340

USD 4.100

USD 4.540

USD 3.410

USD 4.250

USD 4.690

USD 3.470

USD 4.360

USD 4.800

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure | BMW R 1200 RT | Ducati Multistrada 1200 Enduro

USD 3.520

USD 4.460

USD 4.900

OPTIONAL: additional day with guided city tour

USD 440

USD 500

INCLUDED SERVICES: All All overnights in comfortable hotels (comfortable middle-class hotels with Spanish flair) during entire tour; Breakfast every day; 2 picnics/lunches; 6 dinners; Motorcycle rental with unlimited mileage; Third party liability insurance for motorcycles; Comprehensive vehicle insurance for motorcycles with deductible according to the booked motorcycle model; Tour information package including safety tips, details about the hotels, the route and the sights; Tour guide on motorcycle; Support van for luggage transportation (1 piece per person) and space for passengers (limited) on entire tour; Entry fee for Alhambra; Edelweiss Riding Tips; SERVICES NOT INCLUDED: All services not mentioned as included and all items of a personal nature. OPTIONAL SERVICES: Global travel health and cancellation insurance; optional deductible reduction on included motorcycle insurance (Cover All / Cover Plus), additional rental options prior or post tour on request and availability.

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Day 1

Arrival in Almeria / Pechina

[ca. 199 mi] Day 2 Pechina Arroyo Frio Day 3 Arroyo Frio [ca. 166 mi] Day 4 Arroyo Frio Andujar [ca. 242 mi] Day 5 Andujar Alhama de Granada [ca. 199 mi] Day 6 Alhama de Granada La Calahorra [ca. 158 mi] Day 7 La Calahorra Pechina [ca. 174 mi] Day 8 Departure from Almeria / Pechina

Andújar Arroyo Frio Sierras de Cazorla

Sierra de Tejeda The daily riding miles are approximate distances and may vary. The first and last days mentioned in the itinerary are the arrival and departure days; there is no riding on these days. Bear in mind the time difference between your country of origin and your travel destination. Arrival time should be arranged before 3 pm on the arrival day. Please book your flights accordingly. Route and overnight places may change due to unforeseen events.

Reservoir Negratin

Andalusia

N.P. Sierra de Baza

Alhambra Granada Alhama de Granada

La Calahorra Sierra Nevada N.P. de Sierra Nevada

Pechina

Almeria

SOUTHERN SPAIN EXTREME

4AN

RIDE4FUN EDELWEISS TOURS

SPAIN

8 DAYS VACATION from $ 2.360,-

HIGHLIGHTS

DIFFICULTY

ONLINE BOOKING

Sierra de los Filabres, Puerto de Tiscar, White Towns of Andalusia, La Calahorra, Alhama de Granada, Embalse de Guadalcacín, Puerto de las Palomas

RIDING HRS/DAY SIGHTSEEING

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TOUR DATES 15 APR – 22 APR 2018 28 OCT – 04 NOV 2018 14 APR – 21 APR 2019 27 OCT – 03 NOV 2019

Spain is known around the world for things like great tapas, colorful fiestas and wild flamenco, but Andalucía is known for even greater tapas, even more colorful fiestas and even wilder flamenco. Spain is known for dramatic scenery and many historic highlights, but Andalucía is known for even more dramatic scenery and even more historic highlights. And if Spanish roads are known for their twistiness and their appeal to motorcyclists from all over the world, then Andalucía’s roads are ... well, take your guess. This stunning rider’s dream tour starts outside of Almería, in the sunny hinterland of the Costa del Sol. From here, mountain ranges stretch off in every direction and they are criss-crossed by those amazing roads. In a counter-clockwise direction we move about this wonderland, hopping from range to range and from curve to curve, all day long. Cazorla National Park, Sierra de Morena, Las Alpujarras and Sierra Nevada – these are beautiful names of beautiful places full of beautiful roads. At least once in your life you have to ride the stunning roads of Andalucía: why not do it here and now?

TOUR PRICES 2018 per person in USD Cat.

SPECTACULAR ROADS, ENDLESS BLUE SKY AND ETERNAL SUNSHINE: IT JUST DOESN’T GET ANY BETTER. 120

Cape Gata Mediterranean Sea

Minimum number of participants: 6

Motorcycle

Honda NC 700 | Honda NC 750 S | Suzuki V-Strom 650

USD 2.360

USD 2.950

USD 3.210

BMW F 700 GS

USD 2.390

USD 3.020

USD 3.280

USD 2.470

USD 3.170

USD 3.430

USD 2.520

USD 3.280

USD 3.540

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure | BMW R 1200 RT | Ducati Multistrada 1200 Enduro

USD 2.570

USD 3.380

USD 3.640

INCLUDED SERVICES: All overnights in comfortable hotels (comfortable hotels with the special flair of the region) during entire tour; Breakfast every day; 6 dinners; Motorcycle rental with unlimited mileage; Third party liability insurance for motorcycles; Comprehensive vehicle insurance for motorcycles with deductible according to the booked motorcycle model; Tour information package including safety tips, details about the hotels, the route and the sights; Tour guide on motorcycle; Edelweiss Riding Tips; SERVICES NOT INCLUDED: All services not mentioned as included and all items of a personal nature. OPTIONAL SERVICES: Global travel health and cancellation insurance; optional deductible reduction on included motorcycle insurance (Cover All / Cover Plus), additional rental options prior or post tour on request and availability.

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PORTUGAL

Zafra Sierra Morena

Sierra de Aracena Faro

Gulf of Cádiz

ADDITIONAL DAY: Incl. guided city tour: Malaga. See p. 22

HIGHLIGHTS

DIFFICULTY RIDING HRS/DAY

Córdoba Montes de Málaga

Sevilla Serranía de Ronda Ronda

Marbella

Málaga Costa del Sol

Mediterranean Sea

MOROCCO

ONLINE BOOKING

Ronda, Seville, Faro, Algarve, Serra de Monchique, Sierra Morena,Evora, Extremadura, Córdoba, Lisboa (Lisbon)

SIGHTSEEING

SPAIN

EDELWEISS TOURS

Elvas

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CLASSIC

WWW.EDELWEISSBIKE.COM

CCC

PORTUGAL / SPAIN

11 DAYS VACATION from $ 4.400,-

TOUR DATES 26 MAR – 05 APR 2018 14 OCT – 24 OCT 2018 25 MAR – 04 APR 2019 13 OCT – 23 OCT 2019

On this breathtaking motorcycle tour through Spain and Portugal we will find the origins of Spain’s national dance and the best port in Portugal. But obviously there’s more, like tons of stunning motorcycling roads along the coast, over mountains and around softly rolling hills. From Málaga, we’ll carve the twisty roads of the Costa del Sol to the Algarve, a spectacular coast that invites you to take a dip. Lisbon is a work of art, with streets so steep that instead of our bikes we have to use our feet to climb them, so bring some comfy shoes! A long but rewarding riding day takes us across the Extremadura, to Zafra, where we find the time to unwind. The endless curvy roads of the Sierra Morena sweeten our ride to Córdoba, our last stop before we reach Málaga again. With port in our luggage, flamenco in our ears and countless curves under our belts we have to say goodbye. Unfortunately. For now...

TOUR PRICES 2018 per person in USD Cat.

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Arrival in Málaga

[ca. 160 mi] Day 2 Málaga Sevilla Day 3 Sevilla [ca. 125 mi] Day 4 Sevilla Faro [ca. 125 mi] Estoril Day 5 Faro Santiago do Cacém [ca. 180 mi] Lisboa Day 6 Santiago do Cacém Lisboa (Lisbon) [ca. 125 mi] Santiago Day 7 Lisboa (Lisbon) [ca. 75 mi] do Cacém Day 8 Lisboa (Lisbon) Zafra [ca. 210 mi] Serra de Monchique Day 9 Zafra Córdoba [ca. 125 mi] Day 10 Córdoba Málaga [ca. 140 mi] Cape St. Vincent Day 11 Departure from Málaga

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CHRISTOPHER COLUMBUS TOUR

Atlantic Ocean

Minimum number of participants: 6

Motorcycle

BMW G 310 R | BMW G 310 GS | Honda NC 750 S | Honda NC 750 X | Suzuki V-Strom 650

USD 4.400

USD 5.420

USD 5.940

BMW F 700 GS

USD 4.460

USD 5.530

USD 6.050

USD 4.570

USD 5.750

USD 6.270

USD 4.640

USD 5.900

USD 6.420

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure | BMW R 1200 RT | Ducati Multistrada 1200 Enduro

USD 4.730

USD 6.070

USD 6.590

OPTIONAL: additional day with guided city tour

USD 440

USD 500

INCLUDED SERVICES: All overnights in comfortable hotels (comfortable middle-class hotels) during entire tour; Breakfast every day; 2 picnics/lunches; 8 dinners; Motorcycle rental with unlimited mileage; Third party liability insurance for motorcycles; Comprehensive vehicle insurance for motorcycles with deductible according to the booked motorcycle model; Tour information package including safety tips, details about the hotels, the route and the sights; Tour guide on motorcycle; Support van for luggage transportation (1 piece per person) and space for passengers (limited) on entire tour; Edelweiss Riding Tips; SERVICES NOT INCLUDED: All services not mentioned as included and all items of a personal nature. OPTIONAL SERVICES: Global travel health and cancellation insurance; optional deductible reduction on included motorcycle insurance (Cover All / Cover Plus), additional rental options prior or post tour on request and availability.

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TOURING CENTER TENERIFE

Arrival in Tenerife Sud / Costa Adeje

Day 2 Costa Adeje to Parque Nacional del Teide [ca. 140 mi] Day 3 Costa Adeje to La Gomera [ca. 146 mi] Day 4 Costa Adeje Bandama to Gran Canaria [ca. 168 mi] Day 5 Bandama Costa Adeje back from Gran Canaria [ca. 171 mi] Day 6 Costa Adeje to the Teno mountains [ca. 93 mi] Day 7 Departure from Tenerife Sud / Costa Adeje

TOURING CENTER EDELWEISS TOURS

Macizo de Anaga

Tenerife

Gomera

Pico del Teide Corona Forestal Natural Park Tenerife Sud

SIGHTSEEING

Gran Canaria

Atlantic Ocean

ONLINE BOOKING

Parque Natural de Tamadaba, Pico del Teide, Parque Natural de Pilancones, Corona Forestal Natural Park, Barranco del Cabrito, Macizo de Anaga

RIDING HRS/DAY

Telde

Pilancones Natural Park

SPAIN

HIGHLIGHTS

DIFFICULTY

Tamadaba Natural Park

Costa Adeje

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TTE

SPAIN

7 DAYS VACATION from $ 2.290,The Canaries are a group of islands belonging to Spain, but located off the coast of Morocco, created by volcanic eruptions. Despite their close proximity they are very different from each other. Gran Canaria is known as the “miniature continent“, with landscapes ranging from sandy dunes to inland canyons and forested mountains. La Gomera, the smallest of the three, features deep ravines and lush orchards, vineyards and banana groves. Tenerife, the largest island, is the most diverse one and the home of a massive volcano named Teide, Spain’s tallest mountain. One thing the three islands have in common are spectacular roads, outstanding scenery and a very pleasant climate that can be best described as eternal spring.Take a break from winter and join us on this tour of the Canary Islands. This trip will challenge your riding skills, thrill your imagination and make you want to come back time and again.

TOUR DATES 28 JAN – 03 FEB 2018 04 FEB – 10 FEB 2018 11 FEB – 17 FEB 2018 25 NOV – 01 DEC 2018 02 DEC – 08 DEC 2018 09 DEC – 15 DEC 2018 27 JAN – 02 FEB 2019 03 FEB – 09 FEB 2019 10 FEB – 16 FEB 2019 24 NOV – 30 NOV 2019 01 DEC – 07 DEC 2019 08 DEC – 14 DEC 2019

TOUR PRICES 2018 per person in USD Cat.

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Minimum number of participants: 6

Motorcycle

BMW G 310 R | BMW G 310 GS | Honda NC 750 S | Honda NC 750 X | Suzuki V-Strom 650

USD 2.290

USD 3.220

USD 3.670

BMW F 700 GS

USD 2.320

USD 3.280

USD 3.730

USD 2.380

USD 3.400

USD 3.850

USD 2.420

USD 3.480

USD 3.930

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure | BMW R 1200 RT | Ducati Multistrada 1200 Enduro

USD 2.470

USD 3.580

USD 4.030

INCLUDED SERVICES: All overnights in a comfortable hotel d(comfortable middle-class hotels with local flair and ambiance) uring entire tour; Breakfast every day; 6 dinners; Motorcycle rental with unlimited mileage; Third party liability insurance for motorcycles; Comprehensive vehicle insurance for motorcycles with deductible according to the booked motorcycle model; Tour information package including safety tips, details about the hotel, the route and the sights; Tour guide on motorcycle; All ferry rides; Edelweiss Riding Tips; SERVICES NOT INCLUDED: All services not mentioned as included and all items of a personal nature. OPTIONAL SERVICES: Global travel health and cancellation insurance; optional deductible reduction on included motorcycle insurance (Cover All / Cover Plus), additional rental options prior or post tour on request and availability.

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Day 1

FROM PARIS TO OMAHA

CPO

CLASSIC EDELWEISS TOURS

FRANCE

12 DAYS VACATION from $ 4.870,-

English Channel Étretat D-Day Bayeux

SIGHTSEEING

Versailles

Paris

Mont Saint-Michel Menhir

Le Mans

Carnac

Briére N.P.

Angers

Loire Valley

Tours

F RAN CE

Bay of Biscay

ADDITIONAL DAY: Incl. guided city tour: Paris. See p. 22

ONLINE BOOKING

Paris, castles of the Loire Valley, Le Mans racetrack, Crozon Peninsula, Brittany coastal road, beaches of Côte d‘Émeraude, Saint-Malo, Mont Saint-Michel, D-Day beaches and memorials, Rouen

RIDING HRS/DAY

Normandy

Côté d'Émeraude SaintMalo

Morlaix

HIGHLIGHTS

DIFFICULTY

WWW.EDELWEISSBIKE.COM

TOUR DATES 07 AUG – 18 AUG 2018 19 AUG – 30 AUG 2018 06 AUG – 17 AUG 2019 18 AUG – 29 AUG 2019

From Paris we head south, follow the Loire for a while and marvel at some of the countless châteaux that are lined up along the river. Then we reach the Atlantic coast and Brittany with its Celtic heritage. Carnac is famous for its megalith culture, and strolling amid the stones that were put upright more than 6,000 years ago will make your imagination run wild. Along Brittany’s rugged coast and across its scenic interior we circle around the peninsula, to the pink granite coast and to St. Malo with its huge ramparts. Past Mont St. Michel we reach Normandy and the city of Bayeux. Our rest day here features “battle tourism” at its best for it was here, at the beaches of Normandy, where Allied forces liberated Europe in 1944. Today countless historic sites attract visitors from around the globe. Northern France my not feature any mountains, but its wealth of history and culture are second to none.

TOUR PRICES 2018 per person in USD Cat.

FROM PARIS, THE CITY OF LOVE, TO THE RUGGED CLIFFS OF BRITTANY AND THE BEACHES OF NORMANDY. 126

Arrival in Paris / Versailles

[ca. 165 mi] Day 2 Versailles Tours Day 3 Tours Angers [ca. 120 mi] Day 4 Angers Carnac [ca. 175 mi] Day 5 Carnac [ca. 160 mi] Day 6 Carnac Morlaix [ca. 215 mi] Day 7 Morlaix Saint-Malo [ca. 245 mi] Day 8 Saint-Malo Bayeux [ca. 190 mi] Day 9 Bayeux [ca. 75 mi] Day 10 Bayeux Étretat [ca. 75 mi] Day 11 Étretat Versailles [ca. 120 mi] Day 12 Departure from Paris / Versailles

Minimum number of participants: 6

Motorcycle

BMW G 310 R | BMW G 310 GS | Honda NC 750 S | Honda NC 750 X | Suzuki V-Strom 650

USD 4.870

USD 6.000

USD 6.830

BMW F 700 GS

USD 4.930

USD 6.120

USD 6.950

USD 5.050

USD 6.360

USD 7.190

USD 5.140

USD 6.540

USD 7.370

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure | BMW R 1200 RT | Ducati Multistrada 1200 Enduro | Harley-Davidson® Dyna Models

USD 5.270

USD 6.790

USD 7.620

Harley-Davidson® Softail Models | Harley-Davidson® Touring Models

USD 5.440

USD 7.140

USD 7.970

OPTIONAL: additional day with guided city tour

USD 440

USD 500

INCLUDED SERVICES: All overnights in comfortable hotels (comfortable middle-class hotels, some with historical flair) during entire tour; Breakfast every day; 2 picnics/lunches; 9 dinners; Motorcycle rental with unlimited mileage; Third party liability insurance for motorcycles; Comprehensive vehicle insurance for motorcycles with deductible according to the booked motorcycle model; Tour information package including safety tips, details about the hotels, the route and the sights; Tour guide on motorcycle; Support van for luggage transportation (1 piece per person) and space for passengers (limited) on entire tour; Edelweiss Riding Tips; SERVICES NOT INCLUDED: All services not mentioned as included and all items of a personal nature. OPTIONAL SERVICES: Global travel health and cancellation insurance; optional deductible reduction on included motorcycle insurance (Cover All / Cover Plus), additional rental options prior or post tour on request and availability.

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Arrival in Oslo

Day 2 Oslo Vrådal Day 3 Vrådal Sola Day 4 Sola Day 5 Sola Bergen Day 6 Bergen Day 7 Bergen Fjærland Day 8 Fjærland Geiranger Day 9 Geiranger Ålesund Day 10 Departure from Ålesund

Ålesund

[ca. 160 mi] [ca. 185 mi] [ca. 115 mi] [ca. 145 mi] [ca. 85 mi] [ca. 190 mi] [ca. 140 mi] [ca. 80 mi]

Geirangerfjord

Jostedalsbreen N.P. Fjærland Glittertind

N OR W A Y

Bergen Lysefjord

North Sea

The daily riding miles are approximate distances and may vary. The first and last days mentioned in the itinerary are the arrival and departure days; there is no riding on these days. Bear in mind the time difference between your country of origin and your travel destination. Arrival time should be arranged before 3 pm on the arrival day. This is the route for the tour that starts in Oslo. If you choose to begin your journey in Ålesund, the itinerary will be reversed. Please book your flights accordingly. Route and overnight places may change due to unforeseen events.

Sola

CVE

EDELWEISS TOURS

NORWAY

RIDING HRS/DAY

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TOUR DATES

10 DAYS VACATION from $ 4.930,-

29 JUN – 08 JUL 2018 * 09 AUG – 18 AUG 2018 ** 28 JUN – 07 JUL 2019 * 08 AUG – 17 AUG 2019 **

This motorcycle tour takes you to the most stunning Norwegian Fjords. The tour starts in Oslo, the capital of Norway. We’ll spend a day here, leaving enough time to visit the castle, museums and explore the old town. Through the wild and untouched Telemark region we ride west, spending a night in Vrådal before we reach the fjords. Breath-taking scenery surrounds us as we descend to Sola Beach near Stavanger, our home for one night. The next day we ride along and cross fjords. Our destination is Bergen, considered to be the most beautiful, yet wettest city in Norway. Via Sogndal and Fjærdal we reach Jostedalsbreen National Park, home to continental Europe’s largest glacier. The scenery will remind you of Antarctica! We’ll ride to Dalsnibba, Scandinavia’s highest road at 5,000 ft., cruise along Geirangerfjord on a ferry or navigate the switchbacks of the Trollstigen, and marvel at the mile-high Troll Wall, Europe’s highest vertical rock wall. In Ålesund, you can enjoy an endless sunset – not quite the midnight sun, but close.

Cat.

** DIRECTION: ÅLESUND – OSLO

* DIRECTION: OSLO – ÅLESUND

TOUR PRICES 2018 per person in USD

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Vänern

ONLINE BOOKING

Oslo, Lysefjord, Jotunheimen National Park, Geirangerfjord, Trollstigen Road, Ålesund

SIGHTSEEING

Vrådal

DE N MARK

HIGHLIGHTS

DIFFICULTY

SWE DE N

Oslo

Skagerrak

THE VIKING EXPERIENCE

CLASSIC

Trollstigen

Geiranger

Minimum number of participants: 6

Motorcycle

BMW G 310 R | BMW G 310 GS | Honda NC 750 S | Honda NC 750 X | Suzuki V-Strom 650

USD 4.930

USD 5.980

USD 6.590

BMW F 700 GS

USD 4.980

USD 6.070

USD 6.680

USD 5.070

USD 6.260

USD 6.870

USD 5.150

USD 6.410

USD 7.020

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure | BMW R 1200 RT | Ducati Multistrada 1200 Enduro

USD 5.220

USD 6.550

USD 7.160

INCLUDED SERVICES: All overnights in comfortable hotels (comfortable middle-class hotels, some with historical flair) during entire tour; Breakfast every day; 2 picnics/lunches; 8 dinners; Motorcycle rental with unlimited mileage; Third party liability insurance for motorcycles; Comprehensive vehicle insurance for motorcycles with deductible according to the booked motorcycle model; Tour information package including safety tips, details about the hotels, the route and the sights; Tour guide on motorcycle; Support van for luggage transportation (1 piece per person) and space for passengers (limited) on entire tour; Edelweiss Riding Tips; SERVICES NOT INCLUDED: All services not mentioned as included and all items of a personal nature. OPTIONAL SERVICES: Global travel health and cancellation insurance; optional deductible reduction on included motorcycle insurance (Cover All / Cover Plus)

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ITINERARY

EUROPE

Day 1

Atlantic Ocean Road

Arrival in Ålesund

Day 2 Ålesund to the bird island of Runde [ca. 125 mi] Day 3 Ålesund to the Geirangerfjord [ca. 225 mi] Day 4 Ålesund to the troll‘s ladder: Trollstigen [ca. 170 mi] Day 5 Ålesund along the Atlantic Ocean Road [ca. 240 mi] Day 6 Ålesund to the fjords [ca. 210 mi] Day 7 Departure from Ålesund The daily riding miles are approximate distances and may vary. The first and last days mentioned in the itinerary are the arrival and departure days; there is no riding on these days. Bear in mind the time difference between your country of origin and your travel destination. Arrival time should be arranged before 3 pm on the arrival day. Please book your flights accordingly. Route and overnight places may change due to unforeseen events.

Bud

Norwegian Sea

Åndalsnes

Runde

Ålesund Trollstigen

Bird island

Sunnmore

Geirangerfjorden

NORWAY

Dalsnibba

TOURING CENTER NORWAY NORWAY

NTC

TOURING CENTER EDELWEISS TOURS

7 DAYS VACATION from $ 2.980,-

Stryn

HIGHLIGHTS

DIFFICULTY RIDING HRS/DAY SIGHTSEEING

WWW.EDELWEISSBIKE.COM

TOUR DATES 09 JUL – 15 JUL 2018 16 JUL – 22 JUL 2018 08 JUL – 14 JUL 2019 15 JUL – 21 JUL 2019

Amazing scenery and little traffic on beautiful roads make this motorcycle tour so special. Our home base is Ålesund, a charming little town built on a rocky peninsula. From here we start our motorcycle tour with a visit to the bird island of Runde. The next day celebrates the beauty of Geirangerfjord. The road of the same name is just as spectacular as the fjord itself! The following day we’ll climb up the troll‘s ladder, Norway’s most famous road and one of Europe’s most extreme mountain passes. Another day, another road, the Atlantic Road is waiting. Eight storm-lashed bridges connect a series of islands, a sight and a ride to behold. Last but not least the “Fiord-Loop” takes us to the wind-torn islands near Kristiansund, with no fewer than ten fjords to navigate around or across. At the end of this week there is no dark night, but a bright farewell evening, as the sun never sets on Norway’s horizon.

TOUR PRICES 2018 per person in USD Cat.

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ONLINE BOOKING

Runde (Bird Island), Geirangerfjord, Trollstigen Road, Ålesund, Atlanterhavsvegen (Atlantic Road), Molde

Minimum number of participants: 6

Motorcycle

BMW G 310 R | BMW G 310 GS | Honda NC 750 S | Honda NC 750 X | Suzuki V-Strom 650

USD 2.980

USD 3.620

USD 3.930

BMW F 700 GS

USD 3.010

USD 3.680

USD 3.990

USD 3.070

USD 3.800

USD 4.110

USD 3.120

USD 3.890

USD 4.200

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure | BMW R 1200 RT | Ducati Multistrada 1200 Enduro

USD 3.180

USD 4.020

USD 4.330

INCLUDED SERVICES: All overnights in a comfortable hotel (comfortable hotel with sea view) during entire tour; Breakfast every day; 6 dinners; Motorcycle rental with unlimited mileage; Third party liability insurance for motorcycles; Comprehensive vehicle insurance for motorcycles with deductible according to the booked motorcycle model; Tour information package including safety tips, details about the hotel, the route and the sights; Tour guide on motorcycle; Edelweiss Riding Tips; SERVICES NOT INCLUDED: All services not mentioned as included and all items of a personal nature. OPTIONAL SERVICES: Global travel health and cancellation insurance; optional deductible reduction on included motorcycle insurance (Cover All / Cover Plus)

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EUROPE

Day 1

ADVENTURE NORTH CAPE

ANC

EDELWEISS TOURS

FINLAND / NORWAY

14 DAYS VACATION from $ 5.650,-

Alta

[ca. 176 mi] [ca. 151 mi] [ca. 174 mi] [ca. 163 mi] [ca. 222 mi] [ca. 113 mi] [ca. 131 mi] [ca. 266 mi] [ca. 83 mi] [ca. 268 mi] [ca. 178 mi] [ca. 210 mi]

Tromsø Vesterålen Lofoten Islands

Lakselv

Storslett

Harstad Enontekiö

Svolvær

Bodø

Sandnessjøen

Norvegian Sea

S WE D E N Overhalla

FI N L AN D

Trondheim

The daily riding miles are approximate distances and may vary. The first and last days mentioned in the itinerary are the arrival and departure days; there is no riding on these days. Bear in mind the time difference between your country of origin and your travel destination. Arrival time should be arranged before 3 pm on the arrival day. This tour starts in Ålesund and ends in Tromsø. Please book your flights accordingly. Route and overnight places may change due to unforeseen events.

Ålesund Trollstigen

Sunndalsøra

Gulf of Bothnia

N ORWA Y

DIFFICULTY

ONLINE BOOKING

RIDING HRS/DAY

WWW.EDELWEISSBIKE.COM

SIGHTSEEING

TOUR DATES 24 JUL – 06 AUG 2018 23 JUL – 05 AUG 2019

HIGHLIGHTS

North Cape, Arctic Circle, Lofoten islands, Vesterålen islands, Trondheim, Ålesund, Lapland

Fjords, glaciers, midnight sun, the Arctic Circle, North Cape – keywords for our motorcycle tour “Adventure North Cape”! Starting in Ålesund, we climb the famous Trollstigen mountain pass and then follow the coastline and fjords, to Åndalsnes. From Trondheim we take laid back roads along endless lakes to Overhalla! We cruise along the coastline, interrupted only by wonderfully relaxing ferry rides on our way to Sandnessjøen. As you will notice as we go inland, the scenery gets more vast and barren, tundra vegetation replaces forests, and all of a sudden there it is – the Arctic Circle. Only the spectacular view of the Lofoten islands and Vesterålen can top that. After visiting Alta and its famous Tirpitz Museum we conquer our most important destination, the North Cape. Crossing the border into Finland, endless forests and numerous lakes accompany us to the town of Enontekiö directly at the Swedish-Finnish border. On our last riding day, we head back to the Norwegian coast. Charming Tromsø, one of the main centers of Norway, hosts us for our farewell evening.

TOUR PRICES 2018 per person in USD Cat.

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Barents Sea

Arrival in Ålesund

Day 2 Ålesund Sunndalsøra Day 3 Sunndalsøra Trondheim Day 4 Trondheim Overhalla Day 5 Overhalla Sandnessjøen Day 6 Sandnessjøen Bodø Day 7 Bodø Henningsvær Day 8 Henningsvær Harstad Day 9 Harstad Storslett Day 10 Storslett Alta Day 11 Alta Lakselv Day 12 Lakselv Karesuando Day 13 Karesuando Tromsø Day 14 Departure from Tromsø

ADVENTURE

North Cape

Minimum number of participants: 6

Motorcycle

BMW G 310 R | BMW G 310 GS | Honda NC 750 S | Honda NC 750 X | Suzuki V-Strom 650

USD 5.650

USD 6.980

USD 7.690

BMW F 700 GS

USD 5.730

USD 7.130

USD 7.840

USD 5.870

USD 7.420

USD 8.130

USD 5.980

USD 7.630

USD 8.340

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure | BMW R 1200 RT | Ducati Multistrada 1200 Enduro

USD 6.130

USD 7.930

USD 8.640

INCLUDED SERVICES: All overnights in comfortable hotels (comfortable middle-class hotels) during entire tour; Breakfast every day; 13 dinners; Motorcycle rental with unlimited mileage; Third party liability insurance for motorcycles; Comprehensive vehicle insurance for motorcycles with deductible according to the booked motorcycle model; Tour information package including safety tips, details about the hotels, the route and the sights; Tour guide on motorcycle; Support van for luggage transportation (1 piece per person) and space for passengers (limited) on entire tour; Ferry ride Bodø-Lofoten; Edelweiss Riding Tips; SERVICES NOT INCLUDED: All services not mentioned as included and all items of a personal nature. OPTIONAL SERVICES: Global travel health and cancellation insurance; optional deductible reduction on included motorcycle insurance (Cover All / Cover Plus)

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Dunnet Head

ITINERARY

EUROPE

Day 1

March Land

Arrival in Liverpool

Day 2 Liverpool Douglas Day 3 Douglas Day 4 Douglas Kenswick Day 5 Kenswick Edinburgh Day 6 Edinburgh Ballachulish Day 7 Ballachulish Isle of Skye Day 8 Isle of Skye Inverness Day 9 Inverness Day 10 Inverness Aberdeen Day 11 Aberdeen Edinburgh Day 12 Departure from Edinburgh

[ca. 137 mi] [ca. 109 mi] [ca. 62 mi] [ca. 162 mi] [ca. 137 mi] [ca. 137 mi] [ca. 124 mi] [ca. 112 mi] [ca. 143 mi] [ca. 149 mi]

Isle of Sky

Inverness

Highlander

Aberdeen

Loch Ness

Ballachulish

Balmoral Castle

Trossachs N. P.

Atlantic Ocean

Edinburgh

North Sea

Stirling Castle

Hadrians Wall

NEW SCOTTISH HIGHLAND AND ISLE OF MAN

CLASSIC EDELWEISS TOURS

The daily riding miles are approximate distances and may vary. The first and last days mentioned in the itinerary are the arrival and departure days for tour start and end. Depending on the country you start in, you may have to leave a day early, subsequently, you will arrive one day later back home. This is the route for the tour that starts in Liverpool. If you choose to begin your journey in Edinburgh, the itinerary will be reversed. Book your flights accordingly! Route and overnight places may change due to unforeseen events.

NOTHERN IRELAND

Isle of Man Douglas

IRELAND

Kenswick Lake District National Park

UNITED KINGDOM

Irish Sea Liverpool

DIFFICULTY

ONLINE BOOKING

RIDING HRS/DAY

WWW.EDELWEISSBIKE.COM

SIGHTSEEING

CGB

TOUR DATES

UNITED KINGDOM

09 JUN – 20 JUN 2018 * 20 JUN – 01 JUL 2018 ** 08 JUN – 19 JUN 2019 * 19 JUN – 30 JUN 2019 **

12 DAYS VACATION from $ 5.500,-

HIGHLIGHTS

Isle of Man, Lake District National Park, Hadrian's Wall, Stirling Castle, Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park, Isle of Skye, Edinburgh

Great Britain is an outstanding destination, especially for trips on two wheels. The most suitable regions for motorcycling are of course the mountainous regions of northern England and Scotland and this is exactly where this tour takes you. It starts in Liverpool, home of the Beatles, and includes pretty much everything that makes Great Britain great: narrow roads along age-old stone walls and tall hedges, lovely scenery of green hills, golden fields, and clear blue lakes, rugged coastline and quaint fishing ports, cozy pubs with great beer and weird (but awesome!) food, countless castles in stunning locations and interesting cities like Inverness and Edinburgh. And of course some very, very nice people! It also features every motorcyclist’s dream destination, the place where every rider needs to go at least once in their lives: the Isle of Man. Watching some of the action at the world-famous TT races is an experience you will never, ever forget.

TOUR PRICES 2018 per person in USD Cat.

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* DIRECTION: LIVERPOOL – EDINBURGH

** DIRECTION: EDINBRUGH – LIVERPOOL

THE ISLE OF MAN AND NORTHERN GREAT BRITAIN: A MAGICAL WONDERLAND AND ANY RIDER’S DREAM!

Minimum number of participants: 6

Motorcycle

BMW G 310 R | BMW G 310 GS | Honda NC 750 S | Honda NC 750 X | Suzuki V-Strom 650

USD 5.500

USD 6.720

USD 7.490

BMW F 700 GS

USD 5.560

USD 6.840

USD 7.610

USD 5.680

USD 7.080

USD 7.850

USD 5.770

USD 7.260

USD 8.030

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure | BMW R 1200 RT | Ducati Multistrada 1200 Enduro

USD 5.860

USD 7.440

USD 8.210

INCLUDED SERVICES: Alle all overnights (comfortable middle-class hotels) during entire tour; breakfast every day; 2 picnic/lunches; 9 dinners; motorcycle rental with unlimited mileage; third party liability insurance for motorcycles; comprehensive vehicle insurance for motorcycles with deductible according to the booked motorcycle model; tour information package including safety tips, details about the hotels, the route and the sights; tour guide on motorcycle; support van for luggage transportation (1 piece per person) and space for passengers (limited) on entire tour; Edelweiss Riding Tips; Ferry ride to the Isle of Man. SERVICES NOT INCLUDED: All services not mentioned as included and all items of a personal nature. OPTIONAL SERVICES: global travel health and cancellation insurance; optional deductible reduction on included motorcycle insurance (Cover All / Cover Plus); additional rental options prior or post tour on request and availability

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EUROPE

Day 1

CLASSIC EDELWEISS TOURS

Letterkenny

[ca. 170 mi] [ca. 150 mi] [ca. 220 mi] [ca. 180 mi] [ca. 150 mi] [ca. 175 mi] [ca. 125 mi] [ca. 150 mi] [ca. 135 mi]

SIGHTSEEING

Belfast

Ballina Trimcastle Irish Sea Galway

Cliffs of Moher

Dublin

IRELAND

Celtic Sea

Wicklow Mtns N.P.

Waterford Killarney Ring of Kerry Killarney N.P.

ADDITIONAL DAY: Incl. guided city tour: Dublin. See p. 22

ONLINE BOOKING

Dublin, Trim Castle, Belfast, Antrim Coast, Giant’s Causeway, Bushmills Destillerie, Sleave League, Galway, Cliffs of Moher, Wicklow Nationalpark, Glendalough

RIDING HRS/DAY

NORTHERN IRELAND

Downpatrick's Head

HIGHLIGHTS

DIFFICULTY

Antrim Coast

WWW.EDELWEISSBIKE.COM

CIR

IRELAND / UNITED KINGDOM

11 DAYS VACATION from $ 4.720,-

TOUR DATES 03 JUL – 13 JUL 2018 14 JUL – 24 JUL 2018 02 JUL – 12 JUL 2019 13 JUL – 23 JUL 2019

Céad míle fáilte – a hundred thousand welcomes to Ireland. Vibrant cities, impressive castles, prehistoric stone circles, spectacular natural wonders and much more is spread out across the country, connected by of terrific roads. From Dublin via Northern Ireland we find the starting point of the “Wild Atlantic Way,” a tourist route around the western half of the island. It offers spectacular scenery, abundant history and lively Irish-Gaelic culture. Galway has more street artists than any other place, and the atmosphere in the Irish pubs is a legendary mix of fun, music and hospitality. The south-west is all about rugged coastal scenery; the slogan “where land and sea collide, where untamed beauty abounds” culminates here. The south-east is softer and more relaxed. We complete the circle around the Emerald Isle and take home a treasure trove of memories. Fheiceann tú in Éirinn – see you in Ireland!

TOUR PRICES 2018 per person in USD Cat.

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Arrival in Dublin

Day 2 Dublin Belfast Day 3 Belfast Letterkenny Day 4 Letterkenny Ballina Day 5 Ballina Galway Day 6 Galway Day 7 Galway Killarney Day 8 Killarney Day 9 Killarney Waterford Day 10 Waterford Dublin Day 11 Departure from Dublin

IRELAND AND THE WILD ATLANTIC WAY

Giant's Causeway

ITINERARY

Minimum number of participants: 6

Motorcycle

BMW G 310 R | BMW G 310 GS | Honda NC 750 S | Honda NC 750 X | Suzuki V-Strom 650

USD 4.720

USD 5.780

USD 6.900

BMW F 700 GS

USD 4.780

USD 5.890

USD 7.010

USD 4.890

USD 6.110

USD 7.230

USD 4.960

USD 6.260

USD 7.380

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure | BMW R 1200 RT | Ducati Multistrada 1200 Enduro

USD 5.050

USD 6.430

USD 7.550

OPTIONAL: additional day with guided city tour

USD 440

USD 500

INCLUDED SERVICES: All overnights in comfortable hotels (comfortable middle-class hotels, some with historical flair) during entire tour; Breakfast every day; 2 picnics/lunches; 8 dinners; Motorcycle rental with unlimited mileage; Third party liability insurance for motorcycles; Comprehensive vehicle insurance for motorcycles with deductible according to the booked motorcycle model; Tour information package including safety tips, details about the hotels, the route and the sights; Tour guide on motorcycle; Support van for luggage transportation (1 piece per person) and space for passengers (limited) on entire tour; Edelweiss Riding Tips; SERVICES NOT INCLUDED: All services not mentioned as included and all items of a personal nature. OPTIONAL SERVICES: Global travel health and cancellation insurance; optional deductible reduction on included motorcycle insurance (Cover All / Cover Plus)

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EUROPE

Day 1

Denmark Strait

Arrival in Reykjavík

Day 2 Reykjavík Selfoss Day 3 Selfoss Sauðárkrókur Day 4 Sauðárkrókur Akureyri Day 5 Akureyri Húsavík Day 6 Húsavík Egilsstaðir Day 7 Egilsstaðir Hornafjörður Day 8 Hornafjörður Kirkjubæjarklaustur Day 9 Kirkjubæjarklaustur Flúðir Day 10 Flúðir Reykjavík Day 11 Departure from Reykjavík

[ca. 125 mi] [ca. 190 mi] [ca. 115 mi] [ca. 100 mi] [ca. 160 mi] [ca. 160 mi] [ca. 130 mi] [ca. 150 mi] [ca. 95 mi]

Hüsavik

Akureyri Egilsstaðir

ICELA ND Gullfoss

Thingvellir

ICELAND – FIRE AND ICE

3FI

ADVENTURE EDELWEISS TOURS

ICELAND

11 DAYS VACATION from $ 6.300,Iceland – the land of contrasts – is located just below the Arctic Circle and attracts visitors with its diverse nature and remote roads. On Iceland you will find it all: glaciers, steaming volcanoes, geysers and rolling hills with. Join us on this breath-taking motorcycle ride, get to know some outstandingly friendly people and experience the true meaning of “icy hot“, Icelandic style. Our Triumph adventure begins in Reykjavik, before we head for the Highlands spotting the first geysers and gorgeous waterfalls along the way. Once we arrive in the North, we will set out on the most famous road in Iceland – the Ring Road or Hringvegur, as the locals call it. Dettifoss is just one of the amazing natural wonders we see en route and as we continue the roads turn from paved to gravel and the area gets more and more remote. Though the roads invite us to keep rolling, the opportunity to take some pictures of the biggest glacier in Europe, the Vatnajökull, just cannot be missed. We will then ride back to the coast, once again via the Ring Road to arrive back in Reykjavik.

SIGHTSEEING

Jökulsárlón

Selfoss Flúðir

Hornafjörður

Landmannalaugar Kirkjubæjarklaustur

Atlantic Ocean

ONLINE BOOKING WWW.EDELWEISSBIKE.COM

TOUR DATES 22 JUL – 01 AUG 2018 03 AUG – 13 AUG 2018 15 AUG – 25 AUG 2018 21 JUL – 31 JUL 2019 02 AUG – 12 AUG 2019 14 AUG – 24 AUG 2019

TOUR PRICES 2018 per person in USD Cat.

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Reykjavík

Hveravellir, Glaumbær, Landmannalaugar, Skaftafell National Park, Húsavík, Dettifoss, Langjökull, Vatnajökull, Geysir Strokkar, Gullfoss, Jökulsárlón, Lakagígar, Blue Lagoon

RIDING HRS/DAY

Vatnajökull

Geysir

HIGHLIGHTS

DIFFICULTY

Dettifoss

Sauðárkrókur

Minimum number of participants: 6

Motorcycle

BMW F 700 GS

USD 6.300

USD 7.630

USD 8.850

BMW F 800 GS | Ducati Multistrada 950 | Triumph Tiger 800 XC

USD 6.410

USD 7.850

USD 9.070

BMW R 1200 GS | Ducati Multistrada 1200 | Triumph Tiger Explorer XC

USD 6.480

USD 8.000

USD 9.220

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure | Ducati Multistrada 1200 Enduro

USD 6.610

USD 8.250

USD 9.470

INCLUDED SERVICES: All overnights in middle-class hotels (Comfortable hotels and one overnight in basic guest house) during entire tour; Breakfast every day; 10 dinners; Motorcycle rental with unlimited mileage; Third party liability insurance for motorcycles; Comprehensive vehicle insurance for motorcycles with deductible according to the booked motorcycle model; Tour information package including safety tips, details about the hotels, the route and the sights; Tour guide on motorcycle; Back-up van for luggage transportation (1 piece per person in form of a water-proof bag) and space for passengers (limited) on entire tour; Edelweiss Riding Tips. Services not included: All services not mentioned as included and all items of a personal nature; SERVICES NOT INCLUDED: All services not mentioned as included and all items of a personal nature. OPTIONAL SERVICES: Global travel health and cancellation insurance; optional deductible reduction on included motorcycle insurance (Cover All / Cover Plus)

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TOURATECH

TEXTILE RIDING SUIT TOURATECH COMPAÑERO WORLD2 The unique 3-in-1 concept of the Compañero World2 by Touratech ensures optimum comfort on weekend trips, on hard desert trips or even in the constant rain at the North Cape. The basic principle of the Compañero World2 is so simple that you might wonder why such a touring suit hasn’t been introduced before 2010. Because in fact the development team of experts from Touratech and the clothing manufacturer Stadler just put the layered structure of functional motorcycle clothing into the right order. THE 3-IN-1-PINCIPLE With the Compañero World2, you are wearing the waterproof components (»All Weather Add«) only in bad weather as an outer layer over the airy inner suit (»Summer«). As a result of this, the »fair weather suit« which is fully equipped with protectors of the highest protection class, will always remain dry. The damp feeling the users of riding suits with inner membrane know very well, is completely unfamiliar to the users of the Compañero World2. In addition, you can wear the All Weather Add as an outdoor jacket. HIGH-CLASS TEXTILE MATERIALS The multiple functions of the Compañero World2 require the use of state-of-the-art textile materials. The base material is the tear- and abrasion-resistant Cordura 500; laminations are made of the even stronger Cordura 2000. The large-meshed Cordura Air provides the effective air flow of the summer suit. The waterproofness of the All Weather Add is guaranteed by the Gore-Tex three-layer laminate and the YKK Aquaseal zippers. HIGHEST PRACTICABILITY Whatever the weather – the Compañero World2 impresses with its highest practicability. From the anatomic cut via the effective aeration, the placement of pockets and the ease of use of the sturdy zips up to the comfortable putting on of the All Weather Add, the riding suit shows that the input from experiences of thousands of touring kilometres had been consistently implemented.

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SEE THE WORLD WITH YOUR OWN EYES, communicate with the people you meet on the road, share your experiences with like-minded persons – these are the central values we at Touratach associate with motorcycle travelling. Therefore, we’re glad to be able to equip the Edelweiss motorbikes with our accessories. With the reliability of our parts we would like to contribute to the success of their worldwide tours. And, of course, the feedback from Edelweiss customers and tour guides will be a valuable input for the continuous further development of our products. HERBERT SCHWARZ CEO TOURATECH AG

INTELLIGENT TRANSPORTATION SYSTEM There is a lot of know-how and travel expertise in the transportation system of the All Weather Add. If the waterproof layer is not required, it can be stored in the backpack attached to the summer jacket by a zip. The integrated carrying straps and its expandability allow additional luggage. ONE FOR ALL The Compañero World2 is available in black-grey-yellow as well as in all black. The extensive offer of sizes also comprises the long and short versions for women and men.

SOS-Kinderdorf bedankt sich für die kostenlose Einschaltung!

PARTNER YOU'll BE A sponsor AND I'll be A MECHANIC

EVERY DREAM STARTS WITH AN IDEA : A LOVELY HOME FOR EVERY CHILD! It all started with an idea: deeply touched by the destiny of children orphaned by the war, Hermann Gmeiner and his companions established a vision: children need a family, protection and loving care. With merely 600 Austrian Schilling in his pockets he slowly started to turn his idea into reality – and asked various people to help him. His idea was truly well received. With the first donations he managed to build the world’s first SOS Children’s Village in Imst/Tirol. Back then nobody could foresee that Gmeiner’s dream and vision would eventually spread globally. Nowadays over 550 SOS Children’s Villages can be found in 134 countries all over the world. Especially in non-European countries poverty is one of the main reasons why children often cannot grow up in a family environment. The approaches to tackle this issue are diverse. Often those approaches involve financial aid for the families. In other cases again, the best solution is directly taking care of the children and families. SOS families provide stable, secure and loving care in a family setting. SOS CHILDREN’S VILLAGES – A SPECIAL KIND OF WORLD TOUR Participants of a world tour dream of an adventure on two wheels. In order to be all set for this kind of expedition, it requires courage, endurance, mental strength and physical fitness. Those tours take them out of their comfort zone. They might be stretched to their limits. There are periods of both complete exhaustion and pure joy. In addition, strong feelings such as pride and gratefulness come out. People at SOS Children’s Villages, who work with young people on a daily basis, feel very much akin. Only last year almost half a million people worldwide benefitted from the work of SOS Children’s Villages. 86.000 children and young people found a safe home in SOS families and other SOS facilities. Furthermore, SOS Children’s Villages enabled 240.000 children to go to school. All this is only possible because of the many SOS friends – people with heart and passion. As to that, Austrian sponsors substantially support the work of SOS Children’s Villages through 15.000 sponsorships.

SOS-KINDERDORF

RIDE GLOBAL – ACT LOCAL! Motorcycle expeditions not only involve exploring different continents, but also imply learning about the global diversity of cultures. Visiting a SOS Children’s Village means exploring a microcosm of the world – a truly particular kind of experience. It makes you realize how much joy it brings to give children a perspective full of hope by sponsoring them.

MICHAELA SCHALK PRIVATE SPONSORS & PARTNERS SOS CHILDREN’S VILLAGES WWW.SOS-KINDERDORF.AT

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SOUTH AMERICA ADVENTURE PATAGONIA

WORLD TOUR NORTH- & CENTRAL AMERICAS LOS ANGELES – PANAMA CITY USA / Mexico / Guatemala / Honduras / Nicaragua / Costa Rica / Panama 1LP – 42 days, page 148

WORLD TOUR SOUTH AMERICA BOGOTA – PUNTA ARENAS Columbien / Ecuador / Peru / Bolivia / Argentina / Chile 1BP – 73 days, page 148

EDELWEISS REUNION WEEKEND + TOUR West Virginia / USA

EBK – 3 or 10 days, page 216

Argentina / Chile APA – 21 days, page 150

ADVENTURE ALTIPLANO Argentina / Bolivia / Chile AAP – 17 days, page 152

ADVENTURE MACHU PICCHU Chile / Peru ACP – 15 days, page 154

CENTRAL AMERICA THE MAYAN EMPIRE ADVENTURE Belize / Guatemala / Mexico AME –16 days, page 156

CLASSIC CUBA

Cuba CKU – 11 days, page 158

BEST OF CUBA

Cuba CCB – 8 days, page 158

NORTH AMERICA BEST OF AMERICA

Arizona / California / Nevada / Utah CBA – 11 days, page 160

CALIFORNIA EXTENSION California / Nevada CBE – 6 days, page 160

CANADA WEST TOUR

Canada / United States CCW – 11 days, page 162

ALASKA-YUKON ADVENTURE Canada / United States AYT –13 days, page 164

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UNITED STATES Los Angeles

AMERICA

Ensenada

MEXICO

Gulf of Mexico

Mazatlan La Paz

CUBA Palenque Oaxaca

Antigua

BELIZ Copán

GUATEMALA SALVADOR Pacific Ocean

Granada

Caribbean Sea

HONDURAS NICARAGUA COSTA RICA

San José

Panama

PANAMA City

DISCOVERY

ADVENTURE WORLD TOUR – LOS ANGELES – PANAMA CITY SECTION NORTH & CENTRAL AMERICA 1LP COSTA RICA / GUATEMALA / HONDURAS / MEXICO / NICARAGUA / PANAMA / UNITED STATES Hollywood, wild west, countless sights of Central America. HOLLYWOOD, BEVERLY HILLS, THE WALKOF FAME, UNIVERSAL STUDIOS ... You’ve guessed it, we’re in Los Angeles. The list of attractions carries on and on, and wetake the chance to visit them as we acclimatise to the American Continent. The open road beckons and as soon as our bikes have cleared customs we head south along the coast. Riding through National Parks just north of the Mexican border it’s easy to imagine oneself on a set of one of the many thrillers set in this area. Baja California is next on our route as we head south from Ensenada. This fascinating peninsula combines the best of sandy beach holidays with the stark beauty of a John Wayne Western. Arizona is just around the corner! Smooth tar roads intermingle with twisty gravel tracks, a huge playground for bikers. La Paz marks the southern tip of Baja California and the start of our ride on the Mexican mainland and our immersion into its fascinating culture. Our ride will take us through a seemingly endless series of “bucket list” names, such as Guadalajara (birthplace of the Mariachis), the old town of Oaxaca and the ruins of Palenque. And somewhere along the way we will ride past mystical Popocatepetl. It’s time to pick up the pace with a new country every two to four days.

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HOLLYWOOD, WILD WEST & COUNTLESS SIGHTS OF CENTRAL AMERICA. Along the way another sheer endless list of famous names: ancient Antigua in Guatemala, the ruins of Copan in Honduras, “La Gran Sultana”, the colonial city of Granada in Nicaragua ... Enchanting towns and twisty roads through the Central American Jungle, riding between the Atlantic and the Pacific, life doesn’t get much better than this. As we ride south on the famous Panamericana we head for one of the most beautiful countries in the world, with a name that speaks for itself: Costa Rica. After a few days on the Pacific coast we enter our last country of this section: Panama, and past the bustle of the Miraflores locks, Panama City. As we cross the Panama Canal with its millions of tons of transported cargo we think back to the myriad experiences along one of the most varied and impressive sections of the WORLD TOUR.

FACTS # # #

DURATION: 42 DAYS DISTANCE: ca. 5.280 mi DIFFICULTY RIDING HRS/DAY SIGHTSEEING

TOUR DATES 05 NOV – 16 DEC 2017 04 NOV – 15 DEC 2018 03 NOV – 14 DEC 2019

HIGHLIGHTS # Los Angeles # Hollywood, Walk of Fame, and more # Wild West in Baja California # Popcatepetl # The Old Town of Oaxaca # The Maya ruins in Palenque # Colonial Feeling in Antigua # The ruins of Copan # R&R in Granada # Beautiful beaches in Costa Rica # The Miraflores locks # Panama City # and many more ...

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PANAMA COLUMBIA

AMERICA

Bogota

PANAMA ECUADOR COLUMBIA

GUYANA

VENEZUELA

Bogota

FRENCH GUYANA GUYANA SURINAME FRENCH GUYANA SURINAME

PERU ECUADOR PERU

Huaraz Huaraz

Machu Picchu

BRAZIL BRAZIL

BOLIVIA

Machu Picchu

BOLIVIA La Paz La Paz

Potosí

PARAGUAY

PARAGUAY Salta Salta

CHILECHILE

Indian Ocean Indian Ocean

URUGUAY

Valparaiso

ARGENTINA

URUGUAY

ARGENTINA Lebu

Atlantic Ocean

Lebu

Puyuhuapi

Perito Moreno

Perito Moreno Punta Arenas Ushuaia

Punta Arenas Ushuaia

DISCOVERY EDELWEISS TOURS

AVENTURE WORLD TOUR – BOGOTA – PUNTA ARENAS ARGENTINA / BOLIVIA / CHILE / COLOMBIA / ECUADOR / PERU As soon we have completed the formalities and received our motorcycles we head south from Bogota. Ahead lies a section full of sights and experiences far beyond our imagination.

SECTION SOUTH AMERICA 1BP

After taking a well-deserved rest day we point our bikes towards the South, but not without a quick side trip to Valparaiso. This picturesque town, one of the most important harbours before the opening of the Panama Canal, offers us a chance to soak up some seaside flair. Continuing at sea level with the Pacific coast on our right we head out onto the magical Carretera Austral. Endless twisties take us into the Chilean rainforest and back into the Andes, which will cross multiple times over the next few weeks. At long last: Patagonia! Spectacular scenery and untouched nature will be our companions from now on as we continue south. One of the least populated areas in the world (less than one inhabitant per square kilometre) Patagonia contains breath-taking landscapes such as the Perito Moreno Glacier and Torres del Paine National Park, which are sure to leave us in awe of nature’s beauty. From here on it´s just a few days’ ride to Ushuaia and, quite literally, the end of the road. It’s time to head back north and as we tackle the last miles to Punto Arenas, we can’t but reflect on all we have experienced on this trip through some of the world’s most spectacular landscapes and cultures. © Florian Schmidbauer

Colombia, a country that only recently surfaced from years of turmoil, welcomes us with open arms and an enchanting beauty that belies its years of conflict. We ride along one of the most famous roads in the world, the Panamericana. Stretching 26,000 km from north to south we will tackle about 4,000 km over the course of the next few weeks. But first it’s time to wind our way through the jungle of Ecuador across the circle of latitude that gives it its name. In Peru, we zigzag between the mighty Andes and the Pacific coast as we continue south. The next three weeks are packed with highlights: we start with worlds best Ceviche in Lima, head past the dunes of Ica to the world-famous Nazca Lines – where we will of course take the opportunity to view them from the air – and ride some of the best motorcycle roads in the world across the Andes to the lost city of Machu Picchu. Every day brings something new: the Incan capital of Cuzco, Los Uros, the floating islands of Puno and the town of Copacabana on Lake Titicaca. From here we enter Bolivia and ride onto high plains of the Altiplano as we make our way to La Paz, the highest capital in the world. This fascinating country contains the unbelievable Ruta de la Muerta, a MUST-DO for any serious biker (good weather only) as well the Salar de Uyuni, the largest salt lake on the planet, which we will tackle on a special rest day. 50 Our route takes us along the Atacama Desert and through the Andes into Argentina. After riding along the southern edge of Gran Chaco we cross the spectacular Los Caracoles and head straight for the vibrant capital of Chile, Santiago.

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MORE OF EVERYTHING: NATURE, CULTURE, ADVENTURE & CURVES, CURVES, CURVES!

FACTS # # #

DURATION: 73 DAYS DISTANCE: ca. 9.445 mi DIFFICULTY RIDING HRS/DAY SIGHTSEEING

TOUR DATES 02 JAN – 15 MAR 2018 02 JAN – 15 MAR 2019

HIGHLIGHTS # Nazca Lines # The Inca ruins of Machu Picchu # Lake Titicaca # Camino de la muerte # Salar de Uyuni # San Pedro de Atacama # Valle de la Luna # The cathedral of Salta # Cerro Cristo Redentor # Villarica National Park # Carretera Austral # Monte Fitz Roy # Perito Moreno glacier # Ushuaia # and many more ...

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ITINERARY

AMERICA

Day 1

ADVENTURE PATAGONIA

APA

ADVENTURE EDELWEISS TOURS

ARGENTINA / CHILE

21 DAYS VACATION from $ 8.730,-

RIDING HRS/DAY SIGHTSEEING

Andes

[ca. 200 mi] Day 2 Osorno Pucón Day 3 Pucón San Martín de los Andes [ca. 115 mi] Day 4 San Martín de los Andes El Bolsón [ca. 180 mi] Day 5 El Bolsón Futaleufú [ca. 160 mi] Day 6 Futaleufú Puyuhuapi [ca. 120 mi] Day 7 Puyuhuapi Coyhaique [ca. 150 mi] Day 8 Coyhaique Tres Lagos [ca. 180 mi] Day 9 Tres Lagos [ca. 150 mi] Day 10 Tres Lagos La Angostura [ca. 265 mi] Day 11 La Angostura El Chalten [ca. 180 mi] Day 12 El Chalten El Calafate [ca. 140 mi] Day 13 El Calafate [ca. 125 mi] Day 14 El Calafate Puerto Natales [ca. 175 mi] Day 15 Puerto Natales [ca. 160 mi] Day 16 Puerto Natales Cerro Sombrero [ca. 245 mi] Day 17 Cerro Sombrero Ushuaia [ca. 275 mi] Day 18 Ushuaia [ca. 30 mi] Day 19 Ushuaia Rio Grande [ca. 195 mi] Day 20 Rio Grande Punta Arenas [ca. 270 mi] Day 21 Departure from Punta Arenas

El Bolsón Futaleufú Andes

Puyuhuapi Pacific Ocean

Coyhaique

Andes

Patagonia

Tres Lagos

Atlantic Ocean

CHILE El Chalten

La Angostura

Mount Fitz Roy Perito Moreno Glacier Torres del Paine N.P.

El Calafate Puerto Natales Punta Arenas

Tierra del Fuego N.P.

Cerro Sombrero Rio Grande

Ushuaia Cape Horn

ONLINE BOOKING WWW.EDELWEISSBIKE.COM

TOUR DATES 21 JAN – 10 FEB 2018 18 NOV – 08 DEC 2018 20 JAN – 09 FEB 2019 17 NOV – 07 DEC 2019

HIGHLIGHTS

Lake District, Carretera Austral, Mount Fitz Roy, Perito Moreno Glacier, Torres del Paine National Park, Tierra del Fuego, Ushuaia

Come with us on one of the greatest adventures on planet Earth – let’s ride to Tierra del Fuego! We start in Osorno and soon cross the border into Argentina. Through the beautiful Lake District we make our way to San Martín de los Andes - a truly beautiful place. Bariloche lies along our way as we head further south to El Bolsón, the Hippie town of Argentina. Our next destination is the little mountain village of Futaleufú, just across the border into Chile. Puyuhuapi, Coyhaique and the lonely Hacienda Tres Lagos are our next way points through the Carretera Austral. On our rest day in El Calafate we will spend half of the day discovering the Perito Moreno glacier. The further south we travel, the more challenging the riding becomes and gravel roads and strong side-winds are common. Crossing the border back into Chile, the Torres del Paine National Park awaits us. Next it will be time to take the ferry in order to cross the Strait of Magellan! On the other side we will ride our bikes across Tierra del Fuego, the last stretch of the Pan-American Highway, down to Ushuaia, the end of the world!

TOUR PRICES 2018 per person in USD

RIDE WITH US TO THE END OF THE WORLD ON THE MOTORCYCLE TOUR ADVENTURE PATAGONIA. 150

Arrival in Osorno

San Martín de los Andes

The daily riding miles are approximate distances and may vary. The first and last days mentioned in the itinerary are the arrival and departure days; there is no riding on these days. Bear in mind the time difference between your country of origin and your travel destination. Arrival time should be arranged before 3 pm on the arrival day. This tour starts in Osorno and ends in Punta Arenas. Please book your flights accordingly. Route and overnight places may change due to unforeseen events.

DIFFICULTY

ARGENTINA

Vulcanos Osorno

Minimum number of participants: 8

Cat.

Motorcycle

Honda CB500X

USD 8.730

USD 10.840

USD 12.780

BMW F 700 GS

USD 8.990

USD 11.360

USD 13.300

BMW F 800 GS | Honda CRF 1000 L Africa Twin

USD 9.090

USD 11.560

USD 13.500

BMW R 1200 GS

USD 9.380

USD 12.140

USD 14.080

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure

USD 9.560

USD 12.500

USD 14.440

INCLUDED SERVICES: All overnights in comfortable hotels (comfortable middle-class hotels) during entire tour; Breakfast every day; 2 dinners; Motorcycle rental with unlimited mileage; Third party liability insurance for motorcycles; Comprehensive vehicle insurance for motorcycles with deductible according to the booked motorcycle model; Tour information package including safety tips, details about the hotels, the route and the sights; Tour guide on motorcycle; Back-up van for luggage transportation (max. 60 liter per person; luggage will be re-packed in a waterproof bag on site) and space for 1 passenger on entire tour; Entry fee for El Calafate, Torres del Paine and Ushuaia National Parks; Edelweiss Riding Tips; SERVICES NOT INCLUDED: All services not mentioned as included and all items of a personal nature. OPTIONAL SERVICES: Global travel health and cancellation insurance; optional deductible reduction on included motorcycle insurance (Cover All / Cover Plus)

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ITINERARY

AMERICA

Day 1

ADVENTURE ALTIPLANO

AAP

ADVENTURE EDELWEISS TOURS

ARGENTINA / BOLIVIA / CHILE

17 DAYS VACATION from $ 7.600,-

DIFFICULTY RIDING HRS/DAY

Lake Titicaca

Arrival in Arica

Ruta de la Muerte

[ca. 100 mi] Day 2 Arica Putre Day 3 Putre La Paz [ca. 230 mi] Day 4 La Paz zur Ruta de la Muerte [ca. 125 mi] Day 5 La Paz zum Titicacasee [ca. 215 mi] Day 6 La Paz Colchani [ca. 340 mi] Day 7 Colchani [ca. 95 mi] Day 8 Colchani Potosí [ca. 145 mi] Day 9 Potosí Day 10 Potosí Tarija [ca. 220 mi] Day 11 Tarija Salta [ca. 320 mi] Day 12 Salta Day 13 Salta Purmamarca [ca. 100 mi] Day 14 Purmamarca San Pedro de Atacama [ca. 265 mi] Day 15 San Pedro de Atacama [ca. 20 mi] Day 16 San Pedro de Atacama Antofagasta [ca. 200 mi] Day 17 Departure from Antofagasta

La Paz

Nevado Sajama

BOLIVIA Arica

Putre Potosí

Salar de Uyuni Andes

Gran Chaco Colchani Tarija

Pacific Ocean San Pedro de Atacama Antofagasta

Valle de la Luna

PARAGUAY Cerro de los Siete Colores Purmamarca

CHILE

Salta

ARGENTINA

The daily riding miles are approximate distances and may vary. The first and last days mentioned in the itinerary are the arrival and departure days; there is no riding on these days. Bear in mind the time difference between your country of origin and your travel destination. Arrival time should be arranged before 3 pm on the arrival day. This tour starts in Arica and ends in Antofagasta. Please book your flights accordingly. Route and overnight places may change due to unforeseen events.

ONLINE BOOKING WWW.EDELWEISSBIKE.COM

SIGHTSEEING

TOUR DATES 19 AUG – 04 SEP 2018 18 AUG – 03 SEP 2019

HIGHLIGHTS

La Paz, Death Road (Yungas Road), Lake Titicaca, Salar de Uyuni, Potosí Silver Mine, Salta, Purmamarca, San Pedro de Atacama, Valle de la Luna

One of the greatest adventures - Let‘s explore the Altiplano on our motorcycle tour through South America. Bolivia, being a poor country in terms of economy, is at the same time one of the richest countries in the world in terms of culture, spectacular scenery and incredible motorcycle riding. Shortly after our take off in Arica we will climb from sea level high up into the Andes. La Paz is our destination and well known as the highest capital in the world, and from there we will explore the Yungas on the world famous Yungas Road, also known as the “Death Road“. Having visited the highest capital in the world, we have to see the highest lake in the world, too, don‘t we? That will be Lake Titicaca. From there we will head for another worldrecord highlight, the famous Salar de Uyuni, the largest salt lake in the world. We leave the high Andes and approach the nice, welcoming town of Tarija. Back into the Andes we get to enjoy Paso de Jama, a beautiful mountain pass at 13,000 ft. Though getting close to the tour‘s end, we are still continuously overwhelmed by the scenery around us, the great roads we ride and the little traffic and few people we meet during the day.

TOUR PRICES 2018 per person in USD

YOU HAVEN‘T BEEN TO SOUTH AMERICA, IF YOU HAVEN‘T SEEN THE AMAZING ALTIPLANO. 152

PERU

Minimum number of participants: 8

Cat.

Motorcycle

Honda CB500X

USD 7.600

USD 9.340

USD 11.030

BMW F 700 GS

USD 7.810

USD 9.760

USD 11.450

BMW F 800 GS | Honda CRF 1000 L Africa Twin

USD 7.880

USD 9.900

USD 11.590

BMW R 1200 GS

USD 8.120

USD 10.370

USD 12.060

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure

USD 8.260

USD 10.660

USD 12.350

INCLUDED SERVICES: All All overnights in comfortable hotels (comfortable middle-class hotels and some basic motels) during entire tour; Breakfast every day; 2 dinners; Motorcycle rental with unlimited mileage; Third party liability insurance for motorcycles; Comprehensive vehicle insurance for motorcycles with deductible according to the booked motorcycle model; Tour information package including safety tips, details about the hotels, the route and the sights; Tour guide on motorcycle; Back-up van for luggage transportation (max. 60 liter per person; luggage will be re-packed in a waterproof bag on site) and space for 1 passenger on entire tour; Edelweiss Riding Tips; SERVICES NOT INCLUDED: All services not mentioned as included and all items of a personal nature. OPTIONAL SERVICES: Global travel health and cancellation insurance; optional deductible reduction on included motorcycle insurance (Cover All / Cover Plus)

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AMERICA

Day 1

ADVENTURE MACHU PICCHU

ACP

EDELWEISS TOURS

CHILE / PERU

15 DAYS VACATION from $ 7.950,-

[ca. 140 mi] [ca. 345 mi] [ca. 105 mi] [ca. 230 mi] [ca. 220 mi] [ca. 45 mi] [ca. 65 mi]

Ollantaytambo Cusco

Chalhuanca

PERU

Nazcalines Nazca

Andes Colca

Puerto Inca

Canyon

Chivay

Lake Titicaca

[ca. 250 mi] [ca. 190 mi] [ca. 100 mi]

Puno Floating Islands

Arequipa

[ca. 275 mi]

BOLIVIA

Moquegua Pacific Ocean

La Paz

Arica

CHILE

DIFFICULTY

ONLINE BOOKING

RIDING HRS/DAY

WWW.EDELWEISSBIKE.COM

SIGHTSEEING

TOUR DATES 05 MAY – 19 MAY 2018 03 AUG – 17 AUG 2018 04 MAY – 18 MAY 2019 02 AUG – 16 AUG 2019

HIGHLIGHTS

Nazca Lines, Machu Picchu, Cusco, Lake Titicaca, Uros Floating Islands, Arequipa, Colca Canyon

Our first miles in the south of Peru take us along the Pacific to Moquegua and then we head on to one of the most beautiful parts of the longest road in the world, the Pan- American Highway. Soon we reach the ancient port of Puerto Inca. The road from Nazca to Ollantaytambo is around 500 miles long. Turn after turn, we guide our motorcycles towards today‘s destination, where we take a train to the famous Machu Picchu to experience this unique sight overlooking the Urubamba valley. After exploring Cusco, the former capital of the Incas, we will continue our ride on the Altiplano directly to the highest navigable lake in the world, Lago Titicaca. Then we are off to see the Colca Canyon, where amazing landscapes are waiting for us! Arequipa, the white city at the foothills of the Andes, is our destination for the next two days. With its numerous colonial style buildings, it is really a nice place. From the balcony of our hotel right next to the cathedral we can watch the sunset while we sip our last Pisco Sour before heading back to Arica.

TOUR PRICES 2018 per person in USD

DESERT, ANDES & MOUNTAINS: A REAL MACHU PICCHU MOTORCYCLE ADVENTURE! 154

Arrival in Arica

Day 2 Arica Moquegua Day 3 Moquegua Puerto Inca Day 4 Puerto Inca Nazca Day 5 Nazca Chalhuanca Day 6 Chalhuanca Ollantaytambo Day 7 Ollantaytambo Day 8 Ollantaytambo Cusco Day 9 Cusco Day 10 Cusco Puno Day 11 Puno Chivay Day 12 Chivay Arequipa Day 13 Arequipa Day 14 Arequipa Arica Day 15 Departure from Arica

ADVENTURE

Andes Machu Picchu

Minimum number of participants: 8

Cat.

Motorcycle

Honda CB500X

USD 7.950

USD 9.610

USD 10.950

BMW F 700 GS

USD 8.130

USD 9.970

USD 11.310

BMW F 800 GS | Honda CRF 1000 L Africa Twin

USD 8.200

USD 10.100

USD 11.440

BMW R 1200 GS

USD 8.400

USD 10.500

USD 11.840

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure

USD 8.520

USD 10.750

USD 12.090

INCLUDED SERVICES: All overnights in comfortable hotels (comfortable middle-class hotels) during entire tour; Breakfast every day; 2 dinners; Motorcycle rental with unlimited mileage; Third party liability insurance for motorcycles; Comprehensive vehicle insurance for motorcycles with deductible according to the booked motorcycle model; Tour information package including safety tips, details about the hotels, the route and the sights; Tour guide on motorcycle; Back-up van for luggage transportation (max. 60 liter per person; luggage will be re-packed in a waterproof bag on site) and space for 1 passenger on entire tour; Transport and entry fee for Machu Picchu; Entry fee Floating Islands; Bus tour Colca Canyon; Edelweiss Riding Tips; SERVICES NOT INCLUDED: All services not mentioned as included and all items of a personal nature. OPTIONAL SERVICES: Global travel health and cancellation insurance; optional deductible reduction on included motorcycle insurance (Cover All / Cover Plus)

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ITINERARY

AMERICA

Day 1

THE MAYAN EMPIRE ADVENTURE

ADVENTURE EDELWEISS TOURS

DIFFICULTY

Arrival in Guatemala City

Chichen Itza

[ca. 180 mi] Day 2 Guatemala City Río Dulce Campeche Day 3 Río Dulce Lake Petén Itzá [ca. 155 mi] Gulf of Mexico Day 4 Lake Petén Itzá Belmopan [ca. 80 mi] Day 5 Belmopan Lake Bacalar [ca. 120 mi] MEXICO Lake Bacalar Day 6 Lake Bacalar Yucatán Peninsula Cancún/Playa del Carmen [ca. 170 mi] Day 7 Cancún/Playa del Carmen [ca. 90 mi] Day 8 Cancún/Playa del Carmen Tikal Palenque National Park Belmopan Chichen Itza [ca. 115 mi] Day 9 Chichen Itza Campeche [ca. 205 mi] Lake Petén Itzá BELIZE Blue-waterfalls Day 10 Campeche Palenque [ca. 240 mi] Day 11 Palenque [ca. 230 mi] San Cristobal Day 12 Palenque San Cristóbal de las Casas [ca. 195 mi] Acul Day 13 Comitán Acul [ca. 195 mi] GUATEMALA Río Dulce Day 14 Acul Lake Atitlán [ca. 195 mi] Day 15 Lake Atitlán Guatemala City [ca. 75 mi] Day 16 Departure from Guatemala City The daily riding miles are approximate distances and may vary. The first and last days mentioned in the itinerary are the arrival and departure days; there is no riding on these days. Bear in mind the time difference between your country of origin and your travel destination. Arrival time should be arranged before 3 pm on the arrival day. Please book your flights accordingly. Route and overnight places may change due to unforeseen events.

Pacific Ocean

Guatemala City

Caribbean Sea

HONDURAS

Lake Atitlán

EL SALVADOR

NICARAGUA

ONLINE BOOKING

RIDING HRS/DAY

WWW.EDELWEISSBIKE.COM

SIGHTSEEING

AME

BELIZE / GUATEMALA / MEXICO

16 DAYS VACATION from $ 7.110,-

TOUR DATES 23 FEB – 10 MAR 2018 22 FEB – 09 MAR 2019

HIGHLIGHTS

Guatemala City, Lake Petén Itzá, Tikal N. P., Caribbean coastline, Tulum, Cancún, Chichen Itza, Campeche, Antigua Guatemala

Starting in Guatemala we ride to the northern part of the country, where three beautiful lakes are waiting for us. Another highlight in the early part of our journey is the famous archaeological site of Tikal, located in the middle of the rainforest. Next country is sparsely populated Belize, known for its immense biodiversity. From here, Mexico‘s Yucatán peninsula is waiting just round the corner. A definite highlight is our rest day in the Cancún area, a centre of Mayan civilisation in pre-Spanish times. On our way back to the mountainous south-eastern corner of Mexico we take in the Mayan sites of Chichen Itza and Palenque. The breathtaking Blue Waterfalls will tempt you to take pictures and a refreshing dip. The last riding days of our tour takes us back on splendid mountain roads all the way to the gorgeous scenery of our final highlight, Lake Atitlán. What an amazing tour, can’t we just continue?

TOUR PRICES 2018 per person in USD Cat.

VOLCANOES, BEACHES, RAINFOREST, MAYAN CULTURE AND OUTSTANDING MOTORCYCLING CENTRAL AMERICA. 156

Cancún/ Playa Del Carmen

Minimum number of participants: 8

Motorcycle

BMW F 700 GS

USD 7.110

USD 8.990

USD 10.110

BMW F 800 GS

USD 7.180

USD 9.120

USD 10.240

BMW R 1200 GS

USD 7.420

USD 9.600

USD 10.720

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure

USD 7.560

USD 9.890

USD 11.010

INCLUDED SERVICES: All overnights (comfortable middle class hotels); during entire Tour, breakfast everyday; 2 dinners; motorcycle rental with unlimited mileage; third party liability insurance for motorcycles; comprehensive motorcycles insurance with deductible according to the booked motorcycle model; tour information package; Tour guide on motorcycle; Edelweiss riding tips; support van for luggage transportation (max. 60 liters per Person in a waterproof bag) and space for passengers (limited) on entire tour; SERVICES NOT INCLUDED: All services not mentioned as included and all items of a personal nature. OPTIONAL SERVICES: Global travel health and cancellation insurance; optional deductible reduction on included motorcycle insurance (Cover All / Cover Plus)

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USA

ITINERARY CKU

AMERICA

Day 1

Arrival in La Habana (Havana)

[ca. 135 mi] Day 2 La Habana Viñales Day 3 Viñales Las Terrazas [ca. 110 mi] Day 4 Las Terrazas Cienfuegos [ca. 220 mi] Day 5 Cienfuegos Trinidad [ca. 110 mi] Day 6 Trinidad [ca. 85 mi] Day 7 Trinidad Cayo Santa María [ca. 150 mi] Day 8 Cayo Santa María Remedios [ca. 40 mi] Day 9 Remedios Varadero [ca. 175 mi] Day 10 Varadero La Habana [ca. 105 mi] Day 11 Departure from La Habana (Havana)

B AHAMA S Varadero La Habana

Cayo Santa María

CUB A Viñales

Las Terrazas Bay of Pigs

los Mogotes

CKU

EDELWEISS TOURS

SIGHTSEEING

11 DAYS VACATION CKU 8 DAYS VACATION CCB from $ 5.410,- CKU from $ 4.530 ,- CCB Explore the secrets of Cuba: dancing, nostalgic cares, cigars and stunning beaches are just some of the attributes when thinking about Cuba. Cuba, the historic island in the Caribbean Sea, is famous for its history, Che Guevara and his revolution, unspoiled beaches and the hospitality of the people. You will visit vibrant cities like La Habana, Viñales, and Trinidad, an UNESCO World Heritage Site considered by many to be one of the most beautiful cities on the Caribbean coast. From Trinidad we will explore Cuba’s mountains and of course, its breath-taking beaches like Cayo Santa Maria or Varadero. Be ready for a journey as unique as it can be, where surprises may encounter us on any day and where we will be taken back in time for a little while. IMPORTANT NOTE FOR US CITIZANS: The Cuban Assets Control Regulations, 31 C.F.R. Part 515 (the “Regulations”), administered by the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (“OFAC”), prohibit persons subject to the jurisdiction of the United States from engaging in transactions in which Cuba or a Cuban national has any interest whatsoever, direct or indirect, including transactions related to travel. Please check with OFAC, if regulations have changed or if a travel license for you can be issued.

TOUR DATES 20 JAN – 30 JAN 2018 CKU 21 FEB – 03 MAR 2018 CKU 14 NOV – 24 NOV 2018 CKU 15 JAN – 25 JAN 2019 CKU 05 FEB – 15 FEB 2019 CKU 26 FEB – 08 MAR 2019 CKU 19 MAR – 29 MAR 2019 CKU 12 NOV – 22 NOV 2019 CKU 01 DEC – 11 DEC 2019 CKU

[ca. 185 mi] Day 2 Havana Cienfuegos Day 3 Cienfuegos Trinidad [ca. 110 mi] Day 4 Trinidad Cayo Santa María [ca. 150 mi] Day 5 Cayo Santa María Remedios [ca. 40 mi] Day 6 Remedios Varadero [ca. 175 mi] Day 7 Varadero Havana [ca. 105 mi] Day 8 Departure from La Habana (Havana)

TOUR PRICES 2018 per person in USD Cat.

Trinidad

Topes de Collantes

CAYMAN ISLANDS

Arrival in La Habana (Havana)

RIDING HRS/DAY

CCB

CUBA

158

DIFFICULTY

= CCB = CKU

ONLINE BOOKING WWW.EDELWEISSBIKE.COM

HIGHLIGHTS

Mural de la Prehistoria, Viñales Valley, Las Terrazas, Bahía de Cochinos (Bay of Pigs), Topes de Collantes National Park , Valle de los Ingenios, Che Guevara Mausoleum, Cayo Largo beaches Minimum number of participants: 8

Motorcycle CLASSIC CUBA CKU

03 FEB – 10 FEB 2018 CCB 11 FEB – 18 FEB 2018 CCB 04 NOV – 11 NOV 2018 CCB 26 JAN – 02 FEB 2019 CCB 16 FEB – 23 FEB 2019 CCB 09 MAR – 16 MAR 2019 CCB 30 MAR – 06 APR 2019 CCB 23 NOV – 30 NOV 2019 CCB

BMW F 700 GS

USD 5.410

USD 6.760

USD 7.470

Triumph Tiger 800 XC

USD 5.520

USD 6.970

USD 7.680

BMW R 1200 GS | Harley-Davidson® Sportster Models

USD 5.600

USD 7.130

USD 7.840

Harley-Davidson® Dyna Models

USD 5.690

USD 7.320

USD 8.030

Harley-Davidson® Softail Models | Harley-Davidson® Touring Models

USD 5.820

USD 7.580

USD 8.290

BEST OF CUBA CCB

CLASSIC CUBA and BEST OF CUBA

CLASSIC

Cienfuegos

Isla de la Juventud

ITINERARY CCB Day 1

Remedios

BMW F 700 GS

USD 4.530

USD 5.460

USD 5.950

Triumph Tiger 800 XC

USD 4.600

USD 5.600

USD 6.090

BMW R 1200 GS | Harley-Davidson® Sportster Models

USD 4.650

USD 5.710

USD 6.200

Harley-Davidson® Dyna Models

USD 4.710

USD 5.820

USD 6.310

Harley-Davidson® Softail Models | Harley-Davidson® Touring Models

USD 4.800

USD 6.000

USD 6.490

INCLUDED SERVICES: All overnights in comfortable hotels (comfortable middle-class hotels, some with historic flair, 1 night in Casas Particulares) during entire tour; Breakfast every day; All dinners; Motorcycle rental with unlimited mileage; Third party liability insurance for motorcycles; Comprehensive vehicle insurance for motorcycles with deductible according to the booked motorcycle model; Tour information package including safety tips, details about the hotels, the route and the sights; Tour guide on motorcycle; Support van for luggage transportation (1 piece per person) and space for passengers on entire tour; Edelweiss Riding Tips; SERVICES NOT INCLUDED: All services not mentioned as included and all items of a personal nature. OPTIONAL SERVICES: Global travel health and cancellation insurance; optional deductible reduction on included motorcycle insurance (Cover All / Cover Plus)

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AMERICA

Day 1

CLASSIC

CBA

EDELWEISS TOURS

DIFFICULTY RIDING HRS/DAY SIGHTSEEING

Great Salt Lake

UT AH

Arrival in Los Angeles / Santa Monica

Day 2 Santa Monica Big Bear Lake Day 3 Big Bear Lake Lake Havasu Day 4 Lake Havasu Tusayan Day 5 Tusayan Kayenta Day 6 Kayenta Moab Day 7 Moab Day 8 Moab Bryce-Canyon-Nationalpark Day 9 Bryce-Canyon-Nationalpark Zion Day 10 Zion Las Vegas Day 11 Departure from Las Vegas

BEST OF AMERICA CALIFORNIA EXTENSION

[ca. 175 mi] [ca. 260 mi] [ca. 265 mi] [ca. 160 mi] [ca. 180 mi] [ca. 50 mi] [ca. 275 mi] [ca. 120 mi] [ca. 190 mi]

* optional California Extension CBE Day 11 Las Vegas Day 12 Las Vegas Furnace Creek [ca. 205 mi] Day 13 Furnace Creek Mammoth Lakes [ca. 225 mi] Day 14 Mammoth Lakes Fish Camp [ca. 145 mi] Day 15 Fish Camp Visalia [ca. 205 mi] Day 16 Visalia Santa Monica [ca. 250 mi] Day 17 Departure from Los Angeles / Santa Monica The first and last days mentioned in the itinerary are the arrival and departure days for tour start and end. Depending on the country you start in, you may have to leave a day early, subsequently, you will arrive one day later back home. The CBA tour starts in Los Angeles and ends in Las Vegas (* If booking the California Extension CBE also your departure airport is Los Angeles). Book your flights accordingly! Route and overnight places may change due to unforeseen events.

Arches N.P.

NE VAD A

Moab

Yosemite N.P. Fish Camp

Bryce Canyon

Zion N.P.

Visalia

Sequoia N.P.

CA LIFO RN I A

Furnace Creek

Las Vegas

Monument Valley Kayenta

Grand Canyon Tusayan Lake Havasu

Big Bear Lake Los Angeles

Bryce Canyon N.P.

Zion

Mammoth Lakes

ARIZON A

Joshua Tree N.P.

ME XI CO = CBA = CBE

ONLINE BOOKING WWW.EDELWEISSBIKE.COM

CBE

ARIZONA / CALIFORNIA / NEVADA / UTAH

11 DAYS VACATION CBA + OPTIONAL 6 DAYS CBE from $ 5.250,- CBA If you want to see the best of the Southwest in less than two weeks, then this is the tour for you! We have packed the blue-green Pacific, the red-brown desert and the clear blue sky into one great trip. From bustling California, with its beautiful coast and palm trees, we ride east into some of the best scenery on the planet. National parks like the Grand Canyon, Arches, Bryce and Zion are the highlights of this tour, but riding the famous Route 66 and seeing the lights of Las Vegas sparkle in the distance are just as memorable. You will also find great and twisty motorcycle roads with turns perfect for every taste! If two weeks of unforgettable experiences is too little for you, then you might like to extend your tour by taking the California Extension, which includes visits to California’s Sierra Nevada, with its famous Yosemite and Sequoia National Parks!

TOUR DATES

HIGHLIGHTS

23 MAY – 02 JUN 2018 CBA 02 JUN – 08 JUN 2018 CBE 19 SEP – 29 SEP 2018 CBA 29 SEP – 05 OCT 2018 CBE 22 MAY – 01 JUN 2019 CBA 01 JUN – 07 JUN 2019 CBE 18 SEP – 28 SEP 2019 CBA 28 SEP – 04 OCT 2019 CBE

Hollywood, Angeles Crest Highway, Joshua Tree National Park, Route 66, Grand Canyon, Monument Valley, Arches National Park, Bryce Canyon National Park, Zion National Park, Valley of Fire State Park, Death Valley National Park

TOUR PRICES 2018 per person in USD Cat.

Minimum number of participants: 8

Motorcycle BEST OF AMERICA CBA

DISCOVER THE MOST BEAUTIFUL AND FAMOUS PLACES OF THE SOUTHWESTERN UNITED STATES.

Suzuki V-Strom 650

USD 5.250

USD 6.490

USD 7.680

BMW F 700 GS

USD 5.300

USD 6.590

USD 7.780

BMW F 800 GS | Honda CRF 1000 L Africa Twin

USD 5.360

USD 6.700

USD 7.890

BMW R 1200 GS | Harley-Davidson® Sportster Models

USD 5.430

USD 6.840

USD 8.030

BMW R 1200 RT | Harley-Davidson® Dyna Models

USD 5.530

USD 7.040

USD 8.230

Harley-Davidson® Softail Models | Harley-Davidson® Touring Models

USD 5.680

USD 7.340

USD 8.530

USD 3.530

USD 4.360

USD 5.070

OPTIONAL CALIFORNIA EXTENSION CBE +

160

UN IT E D ST A T ES OF AME RI C A

Surcharge for California Extension CBE

INCLUDED SERVICES: All overnights in comfortable hotels (comfortable middle-class hotels and motels) during entire tour; Breakfast every day; 2 (* 3) picnics/lunches; 9 (* 15) dinners; Motorcycle rental with unlimited mileage; Third party liability insurance for motorcycles; Comprehensive vehicle insurance for motorcycles with deductible according to the booked motorcycle model; Tour information package including safety tips, details about the hotels, the route and the sights; Tour guide on motorcycle; Support van for luggage transportation (1 piece per person) and space for passengers (limited) on entire tour; Edelweiss Riding Tips; SERVICES NOT INCLUDED: All services not mentioned as included and all items of a personal nature. OPTIONAL SERVICES: Global travel health and cancellation insurance; optional deductible reduction on included motorcycle insurance (Cover All / Cover Plus). *applies for bookings of the Best of America tour and the California Extension.

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ITINERARY

AMERICA

Day 1

Jasper Jasper N.P.

Arrival in Vancouver

Day 2 Vancouver Osoyoos Lake Day 3 Osoyoos Lake Nelson Day 4 Nelson Vernon Day 5 Vernon Golden Day 6 Golden Lake Louise Day 7 Lake Louise Jasper Day 8 Jasper Day 9 Jasper Kamloops Day 10 Kamloops Vancouver Day 11 Departure from Vancouver

[ca. 260 mi] [ca. 202 mi] [ca. 224 mi] [ca. 211 mi] [ca. 115 mi] [ca. 168 mi] [ca. 62 mi] [ca. 339 mi] [ca. 261 mi]

Wells Gray Provincial Park

Banff N.P.

Columbia Glacier

Lake Louise

Golden Whistler Mountain

Rocky Mountains

Kamloops Vernon Vancouver

Osoyoos Lake

Nelson

CANADA WEST TOUR

CCW

CLASSIC EDELWEISS TOURS

CANADA

11 DAYS VACATION from $ 5.260,-

HIGHLIGHTS

DIFFICULTY

ONLINE BOOKING

Yellowhead Highway, Banff, Vancouver Island, Lake Louise, Jasper National Park, Whistler Blackcomb, Icefields Parkway

RIDING HRS/DAY SIGHTSEEING

WWW.EDELWEISSBIKE.COM

TOUR DATES 23 JUL – 02 AUG 2018 05 SEP – 15 SEP 2018 10 JUL – 20 JUL 2019 04 SEP – 14 SEP 2019

Be prepared for an extraordinary motorcycle tour. It appears that all of the pine tree forests, sparkling lakes and rivers, and mountain ranges of the world are found here in the western portion of Canada – where our motorcycle journey begins. This spectacular ride through Canada’s western wilderness will leave you with 2,000 miles of memories. The Canadian Rockies are on the northern end of the North America Rocky Mountain Range and run through two of Canada’s provinces: Alberta and British Columbia. Towns like Jasper make you feel like you’re in the Great White North. The infamous Icefields Parkway with its snow-capped mountains is surrounded by aqua blue waters and large glaciers. Mount Robson is the highest peak in the Canadian Rockies and is particularly impressive because it stands on the continental divide towering over one of the lowest passes in the Canadian Rockies and on the Yellowhead Highway. Not only does this part of North America offer excellent sightseeing, but the curving roads will allow you to enjoy your motorcycle to the fullest.

TOUR PRICES 2018 per person in USD Cat.

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USA

Minimum number of participants: 8

Motorcycle

Suzuki V-Strom 650

USD 5.260

USD 6.500

USD 7.400

BMW F 700 GS

USD 5.360

USD 6.700

USD 7.600

BMW F 800 GS | Honda CRF 1000 L Africa Twin | Suzuki V-Strom 1000

USD 5.460

USD 6.900

USD 7.800

BMW 1200 GS, 1000 XR

USD 5.660

USD 7.300

USD 8.200

BMW 1200 RT

USD 5.760

USD 7.500

USD 8.400

Harley-Davidson® Softail Models | Harley-Davidson® Touring Models

USD 5.860

USD 7.700

USD 8.600

INCLUDED SERVICES: All overnights in comfortable hotels (comfortable middle-class hotels and motels, in the north some basic accommodations) during entire tour; Breakfast every day; 2 picnics/lunches; 9 dinners; Motorcycle rental with unlimited mileage; Third party liability insurance for motorcycles; Comprehensive vehicle insurance for motorcycles with deductible according to the booked motorcycle model; Tour information package including safety tips, details about the hotels, the route and the sights; Tour guide on motorcycle; Support van for luggage transportation (1 piece per person) and space for passengers (limited) on entire tour; Edelweiss Riding Tips; SERVICES NOT INCLUDED: All services not mentioned as included and all items of a personal nature. OPTIONAL SERVICES: Global travel health and cancellation insurance; optional deductible reduction on included motorcycle insurance (Cover All / Cover Plus)

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AMERICA

Day 1

AYT

ADVENTURE EDELWEISS TOURS

CANADA / UNITED STATES

13 DAYS VACATION from $ 6.610,-

[ca. 150 mi] [ca. 255 mi] [ca. 280 mi] [ca. 210 mi] [ca. 160 mi] [ca. 335 mi] [ca. 65 mi] [ca. 190 mi] [ca. 210 mi] [ca. 125 mi] [ca. 240 mi]

Fairbanks

Alaska Range North Pole

Denali Tok

Denali Natioal Park and Reserve

SIGHTSEEING

Klondike

C AN AD A

Anchorage

Wrangell Mountains

Valdez

Bering Glacier

Prince William Sound

Kluane National Park and Reserve

Whitehorse

Haines Junction

Glacier Bay

Skagway

Gulf of Alaska

ONLINE BOOKING

Klondike, Kluane National Park and Reserve, Dawson City, Top of the World Highway, Wrangell Mountains, Bering Glacier, Fairbanks, Denali Highway, Denali National Park and Preserve, Mount McKinley, Prince William Sound

RIDING HRS/DAY

Dawson City

Mount McKinley

HIGHLIGHTS

DIFFICULTY

WWW.EDELWEISSBIKE.COM

TOUR DATES 08 JUL – 20 JUL 2018 22 JUL – 03 AUG 2019

Come with us and experience the greatest motorcycle regions of North America on this tour to Alaska and the Canadian Yukon! Our trip features endless, untouched natural scenery through unspoiled countryside and goes along challenging and fascinating routes. You will find Alaskan roads to be well maintained, the hotels modern with a touch of local flavour and the scenery beyond compare. This is the land of superlatives: It has the fewest people per square mile in the US, half of the world‘s glaciers, 17 of America‘s tallest mountains, more shoreline than the entire lower 48 states and more than a million lakes! During the tour you will travel to Denali National Park and Preserve, which encompasses Mount McKinley, the highest point in North America (20,320 ft.). Other highlights include fully equipped individual cabins nestled in the forest at Denali National Park and Preserve, a visit to the colorful town of Fairbanks, a chance to hike on a glacier, several vistas of the Trans-Alaska pipeline, and stops at several unique Alaskan attractions.

TOUR PRICES 2018 per person in USD Cat.

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Arrival in Anchorage

Day 2 Anchorage Valdez Day 3 Valdez Tok Day 4 Tok Haines Junction Day 5 Haines Junction Skagway Day 6 Skagway Whitehorse Day 7 Whitehorse Dawson City Day 8 Dawson City Day 9 Dawson City Tok Day 10 Tok Fairbanks Day 11 Fairbanks Denali Day 12 Denali Anchorage Day 13 Departure from Anchorage

ALASKA-YUKON ADVENTURE

USA

Minimum number of participants: 8

Motorcycle

Suzuki V-Strom 650

USD 6.610

USD 8.060

USD 9.860

BMW F 700 GS

USD 6.730

USD 8.300

USD 10.100

BMW F 800 GS | Honda CRF 1000 L Africa Twin

USD 6.860

USD 8.560

USD 10.360

BMW R 1200 GS

USD 6.980

USD 8.800

USD 10.600

INCLUDED SERVICES: All overnights in comfortable hotels (comfortable middle-class hotels and motels) during entire tour; Breakfast every day; 11 dinners; Ferry Ride from Whittier to Valdez; Motorcycle rental with unlimited mileage; Third party liability insurance for motorcycles; Comprehensive vehicle insurance for motorcycles with deductible according to the booked motorcycle model; Tour information package including safety tips, details about the hotels, the route and the sights; Tour guide on motorcycle; Back-up van for luggage transportation (max. 60 liters per person in a waterproof bag) and space for passengers (limited) on entire tour; Edelweiss Riding Tips; SERVICES NOT INCLUDED: All services not mentioned as included and all items of a personal nature. OPTIONAL SERVICES: Global travel health and cancellation insurance; optional deductible reduction on included motorcycle insurance (Cover All / Cover Plus)

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PARTNER

ROADTEC™ 01, the new Sport Touring Radial tyre of the METZELER line, was developed to offer motorcyclists a high level of grip in different weather conditions, on both dry and wet roads, as well as changeable and low grip surfaces. ROADTEC™ 01 is also capable of offering a mileage of reference in its segment, thanks to more uniform and regular wear, and great stability both at high speeds and with the bike fully loaded.

METZELER

FEATURES AND ADVANTAGES OF THE NEW ROADTEC™ 01 ROADTEC™ 01 is the latest evolution of METZELER sport touring tyres which, with respect to its predecessor ROADTEC™ Z8 INTERACT™, has among its strong points an improvement of the grip on wet and low-grip surfaces, an increase in mileage (+10%) and a high degree of adaptability to different bikes, riding styles and weather conditions. # ROADTEC™ 01 has a completely new tread pattern. In particular, the front tyre has grooves that are more transversal with respect to the rolling direction of the tyre. This has made it possible to increase the mechanical grip on slippery surfaces and in different riding situations. # The area of contact with the asphalt is now wider and shorter and, working together with the 0-degree steel-belt technology of METZELER-branded products, guarantees higher mileage and lasting performance over time. # The innovative compounds are well adapted to the needs of different categories of motorcyclists. The dual-compound rear solutions, with 100% silica on the shoulders and silica and carbon black in the central band of the tread, ensure mileage and grip in the most varied conditions of use. The 100% silica front tyres ensure great safety while braking, in particular on wet surfaces and on those with low friction. # The 0-degree steel belt together with the INTERACT™ technology improve stability and comfort, and guarantee foreseeable and precise behaviour, the best for enjoying the road.

EDELWEISS BIKE TRAVEL AND METZELER ARE CONNECTED IN A LONG-STANDING PARTNERSHIP. Edelweiss tours are taking their participants on nearly every continent on the world, because of this also the requirements to the material are quit challenging. With our products we ensure that road conditions and the weather are not playing a role in planning the tour. With a lot of grip, predictable handling, excellent running performance, stability and comfort, we contribute our special part of an unforgettable experience at the Edelweiss tours. MARTIN SCHAUMLÖFFEL HEAD OF TRADE & CONSUMER MARKETING METZELER ZWEIRADREIFEN

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SPIRIT OF GS OFF-ROAD THROUGH ICELAND From the jungle of South East Asia to Iceland’s glaciers – for Byron Coetsee, winner of the International GS Trophy, GS riding opens up a world full of possibilities. Countless tours have led Byron Coetsee criss-crossing through the African continent. Thanks to this, the South African was already an experienced enduro rider – despite being only 25 years old – when he entered the International GS Trophy – and won. Since then, the adventure has continued. At the GS Trophy Qualifier he got to know Inga Erlingsdóttir, who is herself a competitor and GS fan, as well as being a police officer from Iceland. Together with her, he had the chance to test the new BMW R 1200 GS Rallye in Inga’s homeland – and push it to the limit. Since that trip, Byron has been convinced that the best motorcycle has become an even better one. The R 1200 GS Rallye rides like a heavy

motocross bike. And you can rest assured that Byron gave the GS a suitably rough ride. Their tour led the duo through the island’s incredible nature. Over lava fields and fascinating black beaches, past waterfalls and geysers. Each terrain provided its own challenge. For rider and machine. It is precisely that which Byron finds so fascinating about GS riding. The constant search for new challenges. Being able to ride anywhere. And finding new friends everywhere. Like-minded people. As a member of the worldwide GS community. All searching for the next adventure that they will never forget.

MORE FROM BYRON COETSEE AND THE SPIRIT OF GS AT: BMW-MOTORRAD.COM/SPIRITOFGS. #SPIRITOFGS

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AFRICA / ASIA / PACIFIC BOTSWANA KENYA MALAWI MOROCCO NAMIBIA SOUTH AFRICA SWAZILAND TANZANIA ZAMBIA ZIMBABWE CAMBODIA CHINA ESTONIA INDIA INDONESIA IRAN JAPAN KAZAKHSTAN KYRGYZSTAN LAOS MALAYSIA MYANMAR RUSSIA TAJIKISTAN THAILAND TURKEY TURKMENISTAN UZBEKISTAN VIETNAM AUSTRALIA NEW ZEALAND 168

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AFRICA MOROCCO TOUR

WORLD TOUR AFRICA CAPE TOWN – DAR ES SALAAM Botswana / Kenya / Malawi / Namibia / South Africa / Tanzania / Zambia 1CD – 49 days, page 172

Gibraltar / Morocco / Spain MCT – 15 days, page 174

COLORFUL MOROCCO Gibraltar / Morocco / Spain 5MO – 15 days, page 176

ADVENTURE BIG FIVE WORLD TOUR NORTH-EAST ASIA TALLINN – MOSCOW – BANGKOK China / Estonia / Kazakhstan / Kyrgyzstan / Laos / Russia / Thailand 1TB – 73 days, page 182

Botswana / Namibia / Zimbabwe / South Africa ABF – 17 days, page 178

SOUTH AFRICA TOUR South Afrika / Swasiland SAT – 16 days, page 180

MIDDLE EAST & ASIA ISTANBUL – BANGKOK

China / Iran / Kyrgyzstan / Laos / Tajikistan / Thailand / Turkey / Turkmenistan / Uzbekistan 1IB – 77 – 80 days, page 184

WORLD TOUR SOUTH-EAST ASIA BANGKOK – BALI Indonesia / Malaysia / Thailand 1BB – 45 days, page 186

ASIA REALM OF ROYAL RAJASTHAN India ARJ – 15 days, page 188

SIKKIM – THE WORLDS LAST UTOPIAS! India ASK –12 days, page 190

THAILAND EXTREME Thailand 4TH – 10 days, page 192

ADVENTURE SOUTHEAST ASIA Cambodia / Laos / Thailand 3SA – 17 days, page 194

ADVENTURE MYANMAR Myanmar / Thailand 3MY – 14 days, page 196

ADVENTURE LAOS & VIETNAM Laos / Thailand / Vietnam 3LV – 16 days, page 198

VIETNAM TOUR

Vietnam 5VE – 14 days, page 200

SECRETS OF JAPANS Japan CJA – 16 days, page 202

PACIFIC AUSTRALIAN ADVENTURE TOUR Australia AAT – 13 days, page 204

AUSTRALIAN EXTENSION Australia AAV – 5 days, page 204

NEW ZEALAND TOUR New Zealand NSZ –14 days, page 206

NORTH ISLAND EXTENSION New Zealand CNS – 7 days, page 206

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DEMOCRATIC REPUBLIK OF THE CONGO

AFRICA

SOMALIA

KENYA

CONGO

Amboseli

TANZANIA Dar es Salaam Iringa

ANGOLA

ZAMBIA

Senga Bay

Lusaka

NAMIBIA Swakopmund

ZIMBABWE

MOZAMBIQUE

Maun

MADAGASCAR

BOTSWANA

Atlantic Ocean

SOUTH AFRICA Cape Town

DISCOVERY EDELWEISS TOURS

ADVENTURE WORLD TOUR – CAPE TOWN – DAR ES SALAM

AN ADVENTURE THROUGH BREATHTAKING WILDERNESS IN THE CRADLE OF MAN!

SECTION AFRICA 1CD BOTSWANA / KENYA / MALAWI / NAMIBIA / SOUTH AFRICA / TANZANIA / ZAMBIA

FACTS # # #

DURATION: 49 DAYS * DISTANCE: ca. 5.400 mi DIFFICULTY RIDING HRS/DAY SIGHTSEEING

TOUR DATES 30 MAY – 17 JUL 2018 29 MAY – 16 JUL 2019

We will spend our first few days in Cape Town. Table Mountain, the Waterfront, its Townships and vineyards cast a spell on us that is hard to break. But soon it is time to head out, as we leave from the southernmost point of this section, the Cape of Good Hope. The Mediterranean climate of the Cape soon gives way to the arid scenery of the hinterland as two days riding take us into Namibia. The gigantic Fish River Canyon brings back memories of the Grand Canyon, and the indescribable desert landscapes of the Namib Naukluft Park will take our breath away as we make our way to the former German town of Swakopmund. We wave goodbye to the Atlantic coast and start our crossing of the African continent. Ahead lay the giant salt pans of the Kalahari, a name full mystery and adventure! This arid bush savannah covers most of Botswana and will be our constant companion all the way to the Okavango delta and the Victoria Falls. The pleasure of barrelling down dusty tracks is interspersed with plenty of chances to play in the water. We head for Malawi via Lusaka (the capital city of Zambia) and Chipata. Senga Bay awaits with a chance to wash off the desert dust with some R&R on its beautiful beaches.

But we still have a long way to go before we hit the Indian Ocean! But first: Safari! A chance to see the “Big Five” in their natural habitat. We leave Malawi heading north and ride a loop through Tanzania and the south of Kenya. Our motorcycles will take us to Ngorongoro, Tsavi and Amboseli, to name a few of the fantastic parks and reserves. Turning south again, we head for Diani Beach, just south of Mombasa. It is here that we catch our first glimpse of the Indian Ocean since leaving Cape Town, before heading inland into the Usambara Mountains – say hi to the violets. We finally roll into Dar es Salaam (which literally translates to “House of Peace”) after 46 fantastic days on the road. We complete all of the freight formalities, say goodbye to our bikes for this trip, and fly out to Zanzibar* for two fantastic days of sea and sun.

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* Zanzibar needs to be booked separately for single and multiple section riders. Please contact Edelweiss Bike Travel for your offer. In case of non-booking this section ends with day 46.

HIGHLIGHTS # Cape Town with „Waterfront“, Table Mountain and Robben Island # Fish River Canyon # Giant´s Playground # Sossusvlei # Okavango Delta # Makgadikgadi salt pans # Victoria Falls # Ngorongoro Crater # Amboseli-National Park # Usambara Mountains # and many more ...

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Day 1

MOROCCO TOUR

MCT

EDELWEISS TOURS

GIBRALTAR / MOROCCO / SPAIN

15 DAYS VACATION from $ 4.660,-

[ca. 145 mi] [ca. 95 mi] [ca. 185 mi] [ca. 200 mi] [ca. 95 mi] [ca. 165 mi] [ca. 110 mi] [ca. 150 mi] [ca. 75 mi] [ca. 260 mi] [ca. 65 mi] [ca. 170 mi] [ca. 145 mi]

Málaga Ceuta

Atlantic Ocean

Chefchaouen ADDITIONAL DAY: Incl. guided city tour: Malaga. See p. 22

Rabat

Tazekka National Park

Atlas Fes

MORO CC O

Casablanca

Dadès Gorges

Todgha Gorge

Marrakech

Aït-Benhaddou

DIFFICULTY

Erfoud

Boumalne Dadès

Erg Chebbi

ALG E RIA

ONLINE BOOKING

RIDING HRS/DAY

WWW.EDELWEISSBIKE.COM

SIGHTSEEING

TOUR DATES 25 MAR – 08 APR 2018 27 OCT – 10 NOV 2018 24 MAR – 07 APR 2019 26 OCT – 09 NOV 2019

HIGHLIGHTS

Gibraltar, Casablanca, Marrakech, Fes, Erg Chebbi, Gorges du Todra (Todra Gorge), Gorges du Dadès (Dadès Gorge), Oriental bazaars

Enjoy this relaxing motorcycle tour through the fascinating scenery, culture and history of Morocco. This country has a rich history and strong Oriental ties. Visit the royal cities of Fes and Marrakech, travel the road of the kasbahs and see the diverse landscape of high mountain ranges, rocky canyons and expansive deserts. Starting in Málaga we follow the Costa del Sol to British-ruled Gibraltar, the southernmost tip of Spanish territory. Ferried across the Strait to North Africa, we land in the Spanish enclave of Ceuta. Once underway on land, curvy mountain roads greet us as we descend to Rabat and Marrakech, set in the foothills of the Grand Atlas. Suddenly, the Arabic influence becomes prevalent: souks and narrow alleys, colorful carpets, flamboyantly dressed people, and vibrant, distinctly Arabic music – it’s truly another world. After traversing the road of the kasbahs and its magnificent side-canyons, we head high up the Atlas to Ifrane, where snow may still be melting on the 12,000 ft. peaks.

TOUR PRICES 2018 per person in USD Cat.

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Arrival in Málaga

Day 2 Málaga Ceuta Day 3 Ceuta Chefchaouen Day 4 Chefchaouen Rabat Day 5 Rabat Marrakesch Day 6 Marrakesch Day 7 Marrakesch Aït Benhaddou Day 8 Aït Benhaddou Boumalne Dades Day 9 Boumalne Dades Erfoud Day 10 Erfoud Erg Chebbi Day 11 Erg Chebbi Fes Day 12 Fes Day 13 Fes Chefchaouen Day 14 Chefchaouen Málaga Day 15 Departure from Málaga

CLASSIC

Gibraltar

Minimum number of participants: 6

Motorcycle

BMW G 310 R | BMW G 310 GS | Honda NC 750 S | Honda NC 750 X | Suzuki V-Strom 650

USD 4.660

USD 5.890

USD 6.480

BMW F 700 GS

USD 4.740

USD 6.050

USD 6.640

USD 4.890

USD 6.360

USD 6.950

USD 5.010

USD 6.590

USD 7.180

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure | BMW R 1200 RT | Ducati Multistrada 1200 Enduro

USD 5.130

USD 6.830

USD 7.420

OPTIONAL: additional day with guided city tour

USD 440

USD 500

INCLUDED SERVICES: All overnights in comfortable hotels (comfortable middle-class and luxury hotels and 1 overnight in a desert camp) during entire tour; Breakfast every day; 2 picnics/lunches; 12 dinners; Motorcycle rental with unlimited mileage; Third party liability insurance for motorcycles; Comprehensive vehicle insurance for motorcycles with deductible according to the booked motorcycle model; Tour information package including safety tips, details about the hotels, the route and the sights; Tour guide on motorcycle; Support van for luggage transportation (1 piece per person) and space for passengers (limited) on entire tour; Ferry ride Spain-Morocco-Spain; Edelweiss Riding Tips; SERVICES NOT INCLUDED: All services not mentioned as included and all items of a personal nature. OPTIONAL SERVICES: Global travel health and cancellation insurance; optional deductible reduction on included motorcycle insurance (Cover All / Cover Plus)

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ITINERARY

AFRICA

Day 1

COLORFUL MOROCCO

5MO

CLASSIC EDELWEISS TOURS

GIBRALTAR / MOROCCO / SPAIN

15 DAYS VACATION from $ 6.550,-

Málaga

Gibraltar

[ca. 165 mi] [ca. 135 mi] [ca. 185 mi] [ca. 85 mi] [ca. 160 mi] [ca. 125 mi] [ca. 110 mi] [ca. 95 mi] [ca. 150 mi] [ca. 210 mi] [ca. 125 mi] [ca. 150 mi] [ca. 150 mi]

ALBORAN SEA MEDITERRANEAN SEA Chefchaouen

ADDITIONAL DAY: Incl. guided city tour: Malaga. See p. 22

Fes

Tazekka National Park

Meknes

MOROCCO

Casablanca NORTH ATLANTIC OCEAN

Atlas Gorges du Dades

Bin el Ouidane

Marrakech

Boumalne Dades

Gorges du Todra Erfoud

ALGERIA

Erg Chebbi

Aït Benhaddou

DIFFICULTY

ONLINE BOOKING

RIDING HRS/DAY

WWW.EDELWEISSBIKE.COM

SIGHTSEEING

TOUR DATES 14 OCT – 28 OCT 2018 13 OCT – 27 OCT 2019

HIGHLIGHTS

Ceuta, Chefchaouen, Fes, Sahara Desert, Gorges du Todra (Todra Gorge), Gorges du Dadès (Dadès Gorge), Route of the Kasbahs, Marrakech, Volubilis, Ronda

Oriental bazaars, massive mountains, camels, souks, endless desert, exotic spices, outstanding roads – this is Morocco! The tour starts in Andalusia, but the ferry ride to Africa is already scheduled for the first riding day. Right away we start with some major highlights: the Rif Mountains with their motorcycle roads and the ancient city of Fes, the Atlas Mountains and, eventually, the Sahara. Your old dream of riding a camel across sand dunes can come true here, the oasis of Erfoud makes it possible! After the desert we cross the Atlas again. This is the region of the Kasbahs – old fortresses or castles, usually located within the historic parts of the towns. Marrakech is our next highlight. Morocco’s fourth-largest city has something to offer for everyone. As we spend a rest day here, you will have enough time to explore the town or go for a little ride with your tour guide!

TOUR PRICES 2018 per person in USD Cat.

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Arrival in Málaga

Day 2 Málaga Chefchaouen Day 3 Chefchaouen Fes Day 4 Fes Erfoud Day 5 Erfoud Day 6 Erfoud Boumalne Dades Day 7 Boumalne Dades Aït Benhaddou Day 8 Aït Benhaddou Marrakech Day 9 Marrakech Day 10 Marrakech Bin el Ouidane Day 11 Bin el Ouidane Meknes Day 12 Meknes Chefchaouen Day 13 Chefchaouen Ronda Day 14 Ronda Málaga Day 15 Departure from Málaga

HARLEY-DAVIDSON® ONLY

Ronda

Minimum number of participants: 8

Motorcycle

Harley-Davidson® Sportster Models

USD 6.550

USD 8.350

USD 9.130

Harley-Davidson® Dyna Models

USD 6.670

USD 8.590

USD 9.370

Harley-Davidson® Softail Models | Harley-Davidson® Touring Models

USD 6.860

USD 8.980

USD 9.760

OPTIONAL: additional day with guided city tour

USD 440

USD 500

INCLUDED SERVICES: All overnights in comfortable hotels (comfortable middle-class hotels) during entire tour; Breakfast every day; 13 dinners; Motorcycle rental with unlimited mileage; Third party liability insurance for motorcycles; Comprehensive vehicle insurance for motorcycles with deductible according to the booked motorcycle model; Tour information package including safety tips, details about the hotels, the route and the sights; Tour guide on motorcycle; Support van for luggage transportation (1 piece per person) and space for passengers (limited) on entire tour; Ferry rides Spain-Morocco-Spain; Edelweiss Riding Tips; SERVICES NOT INCLUDED: All services not mentioned as included and all items of a personal nature. OPTIONAL SERVICES: Global travel health and cancellation insurance; optional deductible reduction on included motorcycle insurance (Cover All / Cover Plus)

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ZAMBIA

ANGOLA

ITINERARY

AFRICA

Day 1

ADVENTURE BIG FIVE

ABF

ADVENTURE EDELWEISS TOURS

BOTSWANA / NAMIBIA / SOUTH AFRICA / ZIMBABWE

Arrival in Cape Town

Windhoek

[ca. 125 mi] Day 2 Cape Town Citrusdal Day 3 Citrusdal Springbok [ca. 275 mi] Day 4 Springbok Fish River Canyon [ca. 200 mi] Day 5 Fish River Canyon Keetmanshoop [ca. 135 mi] Day 6 Keetmanshoop Mariental [ca. 190 mi] Day 7 Mariental Namib-Naukluft National Park [ca. 220 mi] Day 8 Namib-Naukluft National Park Day 9 Namib-Naukluft National Park Swakopmund [ca. 190 mi] Day 10 Swakopmund Windhoek [ca. 225 mi] Day 11 Windhoek Ghanzi [ca. 330 mi] Day 12 Ghanzi Maun [ca. 185 mi] Day 13 Maun (Okavango-Delta) Day 14 Maun Nata [ca. 205 mi] Day 15 Nata Kasane [ca. 200 mi] Day 16 Excursion Kasane Victoria Falls (Visit of the Victoria Falls) [ca. 60 mi] Day 17 Departure from Victoria Falls

DIFFICULTY RIDING HRS/DAY SIGHTSEEING

Chobe N. P.

ZIMBABWE

Nata

Maun Ghanzi

Swakopmund

MOZAMBIQUE

BOTSWANA

NamibNaukluft N. P.

Mariental

Namib Desert

Kalahari Desert Keetmanshoop

SWAZILAND SOUTH AFRICA

Fish River Canyon Springbok

LESOTHO

Drakensberg

Citrusdal Great Karru Cape of Good Hope

Cape Town

Indian Ocean

The daily riding miles are approximate distances and may vary. The first and last days mentioned in the itinerary are the arrival and departure days for tour start and end; there is no riding on these days. Bear in mind the time difference between your country of origin and your travel destination. This is the route for the tour that starts in Cape Town. If you choose to begin your journey at Victoria Falls, the itinerary will be reversed. Book your flights accordingly! Route and overnight places may change due to unforeseen events.

09 AUG – 25 AUG 2018 * 26 AUG – 11 SEP 2018 ** 08 AUG – 24 AUG 2019 * 25 AUG – 10 SEP 2019 **

ONLINE BOOKING WWW.EDELWEISSBIKE.COM

HIGHLIGHTS

Cape Town, Wildflower Season, Fish River Canyon, Namib Desert, Kalahari Desert, Okavango-Delta, Chobe National Park, Victoria Falls

Africa has it all: Cape Town, one of the world’s most beautiful cities and home of the famous Chapman‘s Peak; the wildflower season in the Northern Cape province; Fish River Canyon, second largest canyon in the world; and the Namib Desert, one of the driest places and oldest ecosystems on earth. At its heart lies the Sossusvlei, a place of exceptional beauty which words simply cannot describe; the town of Swakopmund, where German colonial heritage is visible at every corner; Windhoek, Namibia’s bustling yet relaxed capital city; the Kalahari Desert, a harsh land full of thorn trees and home to the San people, one of the world’s oldest cultures; the Okavango Delta, the world’s largest inland river delta, that transforms a part of the Kalahari Desert into a paradise; Chobe National Park, one of the best game parks in Africa; and last but certainly not least – Victoria Falls, one of the mightiest waterfalls on earth and a sight to behold.

TOUR PRICES 2018 per person in USD Cat.

** DIRECTION: VICTORIA FALLS – CAPE TOWN

DID WE START YOUR DREAMS ABOUT AFRICA? MAYBE YOU SHOULD REALIZE YOUR DREAMS AND COME WITH US... * DIRECTION: CAPE TOWN – VICTORIA FALLS

Okavango Delta

NAMIBIA

Lake Kariba Victoria Falls

TOUR DATES

17 DAYS VACATION from $ 7.060,-

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Kasane

Minimum number of participants: 8

Motorcycle

BMW G 310 GS

USD 7.060

USD 8.540

USD 9.390

BMW F 700 GS

USD 7.380

USD 9.180

USD 10.030

BMW F 800 GS

USD 7.440

USD 9.300

USD 10.150

BMW R 1200 GS

USD 7.690

USD 9.800

USD 10.650

INCLUDED SERVICES: All overnights in comfortable hotels (comfortable hotels and safari lodges) during entire tour; Breakfast every day; 16 dinners; Motorcycle rental with unlimited mileage; Third party liability insurance for motorcycles; Comprehensive vehicle insurance for motorcycles with deductible according to the booked motorcycle model; Tour information package including safety tips, details about the hotels, the route and the sights; Tour guide on motorcycle; Back-up van for luggage transportation (1 piece per person) and space for passengers (limited) on entire tour; All entry fees for national parks; Bus transfer Kasane-Victoria Falls; Edelweiss Riding Tips; SERVICES NOT INCLUDED: All services not mentioned as included and all items of a personal nature. OPTIONAL SERVICES: Global travel health and cancellation insurance; optional deductible reduction on included motorcycle insurance (Cover All / Cover Plus)

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ITINERARY

AFRICA

Day 1

SAT

CLASSIC EDELWEISS TOURS

SOUTH AFRIKA / SWAZILAND

The daily riding miles are approximate distances and may vary. The first and last days mentioned in the itinerary are the arrival and departure days; there is no riding on these days. Bear in mind the time difference between your country of origin and your travel destination. Arrival time should be arranged before 3 pm on the arrival day. This is the route for the tour that starts in Johannesburg. If you choose to begin your journey at Cape Town, the itinerary will be reversed. Please book your flights accordingly. Route and overnight places may change due to unforeseen events.

Pilgrim’s Rest Ezulwini Valley

NAMIBIA

Johannesburg

SWAZILAND

Pongola Drakensberg

Shakaland

LESOTHO

SOUTH AFRICA

Wartburg

Great Karru Mthatha Swartberg Pass Garden Route Cape Town

Montagu

Oudtshoorn Port Elizabeth

Cape of Good Hope

DIFFICULTY

Mpekweni Indian Ocean

ONLINE BOOKING

RIDING HRS/DAY

WWW.EDELWEISSBIKE.COM

SIGHTSEEING

TOUR DATES

16 DAYS VACATION from $ 5.350,A fascinating tour through a land full of virtues just waiting to be explored. South Africa’s great mountain roads provide incredible views, its safaris are full of wildlife, its brilliantly colored flora lights up the terrain and its friendly locals add to a trip brimming with memories to be made. From Johannesburg, the riding is easy as we head east toward Waterval Boven on curvy roads. Then we’ll meander north toward Blyde River Canyon, which leads to the fantastic riding and vistas of Kruger National Park, where we’ll spend a day on a safari looking for big game. This South Africa motorcycle tour offers a variety of riding excursions, including the coastal Garden Route, but will occasionally divert inland to catch some mountain passes and a stop in Oudtshoorn to ride an ostrich at a local ostrich farm. Perhaps your most outstanding memory of this wonderful trip will be the ride along Chapman‘s Peak, where the road is carved into red rock 300 ft. above sea level! This is one of the most spectacular twisty roads on the planet and leads to the Cape of Good Hope, where you’ll watch the gigantic surf of the Atlantic and Indian Oceans meet and crash against the rocky cliffs!

A FASCINATING TOUR THROUGH A LAND FULL OF VIRTUES JUST WAITING TO BE EXPLORED. * DIRECTION: JOHANNESBURG – CAPE TOWN

Kruger National Park Lydenburg

Arrival in Johannesburg

[ca. 320 mi] Day 2 Johannesburg Lydenburg Day 3 Lydenburg Kruger National Park [ca. 200 mi] Day 4 Kruger National Park Day 5 Kruger National Park Ezulwini Valley [ca. 330 mi] Day 6 Ezulwini Valley Pongola [ca. 330 mi] Day 7 Pongola Shakaland [ca. 260 mi] Day 8 Shakaland Wartburg [ca. 210 mi] Day 9 Wartburg Mthatha [ca. 460 mi] Day 10 Mthatha Mpekweni [ca. 325 mi] Day 11 Mpekweni Port Elizabeth [ca. 200 mi] Day 12 Port Elizabeth Oudtshoorn [ca. 400 mi] Day 13 Oudtshoorn MonDayu [ca. 235 mi] Day 14 Montagu Cape Town [ca. 320 mi] Day 15 Cape Town [ca. 170 mi] Day 16 Departure from Cape Town

SOUTH AFRICA TOUR

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BOTSWANA

MOZAMBIQUE

ZIMBABWE

** DIRECTION: CAPE TOWN – JOHANNESBURG

20 JAN – 04 FEB 2018 * 04 FEB – 19 FEB 2018 ** 26 OCT – 10 NOV 2018 * 10 NOV – 25 NOV 2018 ** 19 JAN – 03 FEB 2019 * 03 FEB – 18 FEB 2019 ** 25 OCT – 09 NOV 2019 * 09 NOV – 24 NOV 2019 **

HIGHLIGHTS

Cape of Good Hope, Garden Route, Shakaland, Cape Town, Kruger National Park, Swartberg Pass, Chapman‘s Peak Drive, Pilgrim‘s Rest, Ezulwini Valley, Grahamstown

TOUR PRICES 2018 per person in USD Cat.

Minimum number of participants: 8

Motorcycle

BMW G 310 GS

USD 5.350

USD 6.560

USD 7.320

BMW F 700 GS

USD 5.650

USD 7.150

USD 7.910

BMW F 800 GS

USD 5.710

USD 7.270

USD 8.030

BMW R 1200 GS | BMW R 1200 R

USD 5.940

USD 7.740

USD 8.500

BMW R 1200 RT

USD 6.180

USD 8.210

USD 8.970

BMW K 1600 GT/GTL

USD 6.330

USD 8.520

USD 9.280

INCLUDED SERVICES: All overnights in comfortable hotels (comfortable lodges, middle-class hotels and bungalows) during entire tour; Breakfast every day; 3 picnics/lunches; 14 dinners; Motorcycle rental with unlimited mileage; Third party liability insurance for motorcycles; Comprehensive vehicle insurance for motorcycles with deductible according to the booked motorcycle model; Tour information package including safety tips, details about the hotels, the route and the sights; Tour guide on motorcycle; Support van for luggage transportation (1 piece per person) and space for passengers (limited) on entire tour; Game drive Kruger National Park; Edelweiss Riding Tips; SERVICES NOT INCLUDED: All services not mentioned as included and all items of a personal nature. OPTIONAL SERVICES: Global travel health and cancellation insurance; optional deductible reduction on included motorcycle insurance (Cover All / Cover Plus)

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ASIA

FINNLAND

RUSSIA St. Petersburg

Tallinn

Ekaterinburg

BELARUS

Moscow Astana

UKRAINE

KAZAKHSTAN

MONGOLIA

Almaty Black Sea

Mediterranean Sea

EGYPT

Dunhuang

Caspian Sea

TURKEY IRAQ

Kashgar

SAUDI ARABIA OMAN

SUDAN

CHINA

IRAN

JEMEN

Xi'an

Kunming

INDIA

Arabian Sea

Luang Prabang Gulf of Bengal

Bangkok

THAILAND

DISCOVERY

ADVENTURE WORLD TOUR – TALLINN – MOSCOW – BANGKOK SECTION NORTH-EAST ASIA 1TB CHINA / ESTONIA / KAZAKHSTAN / KYRGYZSTAN / LAOS / RUSSIA / THAILAND

EDELWEISS TOURS

A RARELY TRAVELLED REGION WITH LOTS OF HIDDEN TREASURES.

FACTS # # #

DURATION: 73 DAYS DISTANCE: ca. 10.190 mi DIFFICULTY RIDING HRS/DAY SIGHTSEEING

TOUR DATES 23 AUG – 03 NOV 2018 22 AUG – 02 NOV 2019

The easier (than Russia) import and toll rules are not the only reason to begin this section in Tallinn. The capital of Estonia is a highlight with its beautifully maintained medieval town centre and very welcoming citizens. Heading to Moscow via St. Petersburg we will have a chance to visit some of the many highlights Russia has to offer, including of course the famous Kremlin. With our hunger for civilization sated and anticipation reaching fever pitch we head east into the great Mother Russia. Reaching Yekaterinburg we change course to South East and head for the Kazakhstan Border, which we will reach two days later. Ever-changing scenery accompanies us, with endless forests giving way to rolling, colourful steppes, our companion all the way through Kyrgyzstan. Along the way we will visit both the new (Astana) and the old (Almaty) capital of Kyrgyzstan, the latter beautifully nestled amongst the foothills of the Tian Shan Mountains. Kyrgyzstan´s natural beauty is a stunning surprise with topography similar to Switzerland. One of the world´s highest frontiers is our gateway to China as we head to Kashgar, where we will receive our Chinese motorcycle registrations. Skirting along the 2nd biggest sand desert on earth we find ourselves in scenery very different from what we imagined China would be. We will ride through one of the world´s lowest points on dry land, climb the western reaches of the Great Wall and scale three 4,000 m passes in a single day, all before reaching the old capital of the Chinese Empire, X`ian, and the China of our dreams.

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The surrounding nature changes too, from arid desert to lush, tropical forests with a bounty of mangos and other tropical fruit for us to try. We will visit a number of historical, religious and natural sights, all linked by sweeping turns in regions few motorcyclists have ever seen. Crossing over the border into Laos is like stepping through a curtain. Everything feels more calm and relaxed as we ride through a country that seems more beautiful every day. Cities such as Luang Prabang and Viang Vieng emit an atmosphere of warmth welcome and the roads remind us of the twisties in the Alps. The town of Vientane heralds our last border crossing of this section as we change from Laos to Thailand and from riding on the right of the road to the left. Our route will take us past countless temples and ancient sites (for example, the ancient capital of Ayutthaya) before reaching Bangkok and the end of our 16,000 km ride.

HIGHLIGHTS # St. Petersburg and the Hermitage # Moscow, Kreml, Gorky Park # Kalashnikov-Museum # Osch and the largest bazar in Central Asia # Ride the Silk Road through North China # Great Wall of China # Xi’an, the old imperial city # “Old China” in Lijiang # Terracotta Army # The ruins of Ayutthaya # Grand Finale in the midst of golden temples in Bangkok # and many more ...

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RUSSIA

ASIA

UKRAINE

KAZAKHSTAN

Black Sea Istanbul

TURKEY

Van

Caspian Sea Ashgabat

MONGOLIA

Samarkand Kashgar

Göreme Mediterranean Sea

Dunhuang

CHINA

Chorugh

Xi'an

Isfahan

EGYPT

IRAN

SAUDI ARABIA

SUDAN Arabian Sea

DISCOVERY EDELWEISS TOURS

ADVENTURE WORLD TOUR – ISTANBUL – BANGKOK CHINA / IRAN / KYRGYZSTAN / LAOS / TAJIKISTAN / THAILAND / TURKEY / TURKMENISTAN / UZBEKISTAN This section is an alternative route of the WORLD TOUR in Asia. It is the continuation of the South-East Europe section and will take you on a southerly route into China. Istanbul is always worth a visit. It is here that we will take care of tolls, import formalities and of course our motorcycles, but we will also take the opportunity to take in the sights such as the world-famous Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque and the Cisterna Basilica. The next few days will be filled with famous names: Pergamon, Ephesos, Pamukkale, Cappadocia and many more. Centuries of human history surround us as we visit historical ruins and soak up the atmosphere of the stunning landscape, on foot, bike and even in a hot air balloon. We say goodbye to the coastal roads of the Marmara and the Aegean as we head inland into the twisties of the Turkish hinterlands. Central and Eastern Anatolia are full of hidden gems that the “normal” traveller will never experience. Lake Van and Mount Ararat are just around the corner and, although we can’t guarantee we will find Noah’s Ark, we are certain you will feel the historical significance of the beautiful region. The Iranian border is just around the corner and with it another set of toll and import formalities. Once successfully completed we continue our route to the south-east, taking in a multitude of sights along the way. Isfahan with its wildly varied history marks a change of course. From her, we head north to skirt around Afghanistan and Pakistan. Making our way through central Iran and the Kavir Desert we head for one of the few border crossings into Turkmenistan, where Ashgabat offers a welcome break with the opportunity to visit its many mosques and museums. Just a half days ride further – in the middle of the Karakum Desert – Derweze village and its “Door to Hell” is waiting for us. We will cross Uzbekistan along its southern border, visit the fortress of Xiva and pass Buchara as well as Samarqand towards the foothills of the Alai Mountains and on towards the borderlands of Tajikistan.

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SECTION MIDDLE EAST & ASIA 1IB

LET GET ENCHANTED BY THIS HISTORIC AND EXCITING TOUR. After a rest day for some sightseeing and essential motorcycle maintenance, we head out onto one of the most interesting sections of this route: the Pamir Highway. The next few days will be more challenging than all the previous ones put together. Altitudes well over 4000 m, rough road conditions, a relative lack of infrastructure – everything here is more extreme/ adventurous than we have experienced previously. This also applies to Kirgizstan, where we will spend just one night before pressing on into China. From the border, it’s another 6 weeks on the road before we reach our final destination: Bangkok. And finally, into China! We enter one of the world’s largest countries in style as we cross one of the world’s highest borders. We will pick up our new registration papers in Kashgar before we head east into the world’s second largest sand desert. Long riding days take us ever deeper into one of the oldest cultures on Earth, while the landscape slowly changes to match our expectations of the Far East. We will visit one of the lowest elevations on Earth and climb the western reaches of the Great Wall of China. In one single, spectacular day we will cross three mountain passes, each over 4000 m high, as we make our way into China’s former capital of Xi’an, home of the famous Terracotta army. The landscape changes almost daily, becoming ever more lush and tropical. Religious, historical and natural sights abound. Never-ending curves carry us south with a new and exciting experience around every bend.

Kunming

INDIA

Luang Prabang Gulf of Bengal

Bangkok

THAILAND

FACTS # # #

DURATION: 80 DAYS DISTANCE: ca. 10.810 mi DIFFICULTY RIDING HRS/DAY SIGHTSEEING

TOUR DATES 16 AUG – 03 NOV 2018 15 AUG – 02 NOV 2019

HIGHLIGHTS # Istanbul with Hagia Sophia and Topkapi Palace # Pamukkale Springs # Görmeme National Park # Isfahan # Derweze – Door to hell # Pamir Highway # Great Wall of China # Mogao caves in Dunhuang # Terracotta Army # Ancient city of Lijiang # Leaping-Tiger-Gorge at the foot of the Shangri-La Mountains # The ruins of Ayutthaya # and many more ...

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Bangkok

THAILAND

CAMBODIA

ASIA

VIETNAM South China Sea

Gulf of Thailand Krabi

Medan

Indian Ocean

Kuala Lumpur

BRUNEI

MALAYSIA

Borneo

Bukittinggi

INDONESIA

Sumatra

DISCOVERY

ADVENTURE WORLD TOUR – BANGKOK – BALI SECTION SOUTH-EAST ASIA 1BB INDONESIA / MALAYSIA / THAILAND

Once arrived in Bangkok we will have a few days’ brake to get used to a new time zone and the tropical temperatures of Thailand. But soon it’s time to say goodbye to the bustle of the city as we head south towards Krabi. As we pass by the many tourist resorts we will be riding on roads that most other people will only have seen from the air. On our way, we will pass by giant limestone formations rising out of the green jungle, visit deep caves and relax on heavenly beaches. All of which will leave lasting impressions that will sustain us as we ride through the endless palm oil and rubber plantations of southern Thailand. This is truly a section of many contrasts. Malaysia is a contrast all on its own, with its relaxed small villages and modern, sometimes futuristic cityscapes: the Petronas Towers, multi- lane highways and glitzy shopping malls compete with small boutique hotels and green, quiet courtyards. As we wait for our motorcycles to cross the Malakka Straight we will have two days to explore Kuala Lumpur, before jumping on a plane to Sumatra to re-join our bikes. Leaving the airport in Medan is like stepping into a new world: the chaotic traffic, the never- ending cacophony of horns and shouts, the smell of petrol fumes. All these combine into a mix of overwhelming impressions that can seem almost scary. Our bikes are the perfect antidote as we set off into the green heart of Sumatra. Our first stop along our route is Lake Toba, located inside of one of the world’s largest volcanic craters. Who can resist a swim in a volcano before we continue our ride across the island?

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EDELWEISS TOURS

THE SMELLS, THE NATURE, THE COLONIAL ARCHITECTURE – A TOUR FOR ALL SENSES. A major highlight is just around the corner. Shortly before reaching Bukkittinggi we will ride across the equator, a highlight for any serious biker! Riding along the relaxed western coast of Sumatra we head south and onto the ferry for Java. To avoid Jakarta and its immense traffic jams we head onto the twisty mountain and coastal roads of Java’s southern coast and make our way to Yogyakarta, the cultural heart of Java. Small, hidden roads offer us some real adventure as we make our way through the dense jungle up to the moon-like landscape of the Mount Bromo crater. Our last ferry ride takes us to Bali, where we will experience the fascinating culture and traditions of the only Hindu island in Indonesia. Nasi Goreng, Bami Goreng, Mahi Mahi and the rhythmic Kecak chants will be our companions on our discovery of this enchanting island. Impressive temples and picturesque rice paddies, the stark beauty of the many volcanoes, all combined with a fascinating culture make for a truly unique experience. Loaded with new experiences and amazed by the vast spread of SouthEast Asian cultures we finally make our way towards Denpasar, our final destination of this section.

Java Sea

Bandar Lampung

Labuhan

Java Yogyakarta

Bali Denpasar

FACTS # # #

DURATION: 45 DAYS DISTANCE: ca. 4.225 mi DIFFICULTY RIDING HRS/DAY SIGHTSEEING

TOUR DATES 01 NOV – 15 DEC 2017 31 OCT – 14 DEC 2018 30 OCT – 13 DEC 2019

HIGHLIGHTS # Bangkok, a big city that thrills in little # Hardly any traffic, but jungle, seasides and endless curves in the south of Thailand # Extreme contrasts in Kuala Lumpur # The volcano lake Toba – a sea in the middle of the country # Mount Bromo with its lunar landscape # Bali – touching nature and spirituality in a compact presentation # The friendliness of the people and the culinary diversity # and many more ...

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ITINERARY

ASIA

Day 1

NEW REALM OF ROYAL RAJASTHAN

ADVENTURE

DIFFICULTY

EDELWEISS TOURS

SIGHTSEEING

Humayun's Tomb Gurgaon

PAKISTAN

Bikaner Karni Mata Temple

Sand Dunes

New Delhi

Red Fort Mandawa

Jaisalmer Fort Jantar Mantar

Jaisalmer

Jaipur

Thar Desert Mehrangarh Fort Jodhpur

INDIA Aravalli Range

Dilvara Temple

Chittorgarh Fort

Lake Pikkola

Chittorgarh Udaipur

Mount Abu

ONLINE BOOKING

RIDING HRS/DAY

WWW.EDELWEISSBIKE.COM

ARJ

INDIA

15 DAYS VACATION from $ 3.190,-

TOUR DATES 03 FEB – 17 FEB 2018 17 NOV – 01 DEC 2018 02 FEB – 16 FEB 2019 16 NOV – 30 NOV 2019

HIGHLIGHTS

New Delhi, Thar Desert, Aravalli Mountains, Jaipur, Udaipur und Jodhpur, Dilwara temples, Jantar Mantar, Jaisalmer Fort, Chittorgarh fort, Red Fort, Humayun's Tomb

India is different. India is amazing, shocking, and stunning. India is colorful, tasty, and smelly. And Rajastan, aka „Land of Kings“, is all of that and more. Often referred to as the Heart of India, Rajastan features an incredible wealth of palaces, temples and fortresses as well as a variety of landscapes, ranging from dense jungle to scorching desert. The best means of transportation is, of course, a motorcycle, despite the infamous Indian traffic which should be viewed as a touristic highlight all in itself. Our tour takes in all the major highlights of this incredible land: the Pink and Blue Cities Jaipur and Jodhpur, „Venice of the East“ Udaipur and „Golden Fortress“ Jaisalmer, the inhospitable but stunningly beautiful Thar Desert and the famous Jain temples of Mt. Abu. There is plenty of time to explore the sights and plenty of opportunity to enjoy all the outstanding Indian food and impeccable Indian hospitality. Join us on this tour to experience India the way it should be experienced: on a motorcycle, right across its heart. And straight into YOUR heart ...

TOUR PRICES 2018 per person in USD Cat.

THE „LAND OF KINGS“ IS PICTURE-BOOK INDIA, WAITING TO BE EXPLORED BY MOTORCYCLE. 188

Arrival in New Delhi / Gurgaon

[ca. 155 mi] Day 2 Gurgaon Jaipur Day 3 Jaipur Day 4 Jaipur Chittorgarh [ca. 193 mi] Day 5 Chittorgarh Udaipur [ca. 71 mi] Day 6 Udaipur Day 7 Udaipur Mt. Abu [ca. 103 mi] Day 8 Mt. Abu Jodhpur [ca. 168 mi] Day 9 Jodhpur Day 10 Jodhpur Jaisalmer [ca. 127 mi] Day 11 Jaisalmer Sam Dunes [ca. 57 mi] Day 12 Sam Dunes Bikaner [ca. 211 mi] Day 13 Bikaner Mandawa [ca. 119 mi] Day 14 Mandawa Gurgaon [ca. 143 mi] Day 15 Departure from New Delhi / Gurgaon

Minimum number of participants: 8

Motorcycle

Royal Enfield 500cc

USD 3.190

USD 4.210

USD 4.860

Ducati Scrambler | Triumph Boneville

USD 3.420

USD 4.680

USD 5.330

INCLUDED SERVICES: all overnights (comfortable middle-class hotels and guest houses) during entire tour; breakfast every day; 14 dinners; motorcycle rental with unlimited mileage; third party liability insurance for motorcycles; comprehensive vehicle insurance for motorcycles with deductible according to the booked motorcycle model; tour information package including safety tips, details about the hotels, the route and the sights; tour guide on motorcycle; support van for luggage transportation (max. 60 liters per person in a waterproof bag) and space for passengers (limited) on entire tour; Edelweiss Riding Tips. SERVICES NOT INCLUDED: All services not mentioned as included and all items of a personal nature. OPTIONAL SERVICES: global travel health and cancellation insurance; optional deductible reduction on included motorcycle insurance (Cover All / Cover Plus).

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Chomoyummo

ITINERARY

ASIA

Day 1

Arrival in Bagdogra / Siliguri

[ca. 78 mi] Day 2 Siliguri Gangtok Day 3 Gangtok Day 4 Gangtok Mangan [ca. 43 mi] Day 5 Mangan Lachung [ca. 37 mi] Day 6 Lachung Day 7 Lachung Rumtek [ca. 78 mi] Day 8 Rumtek Ravangla [ca. 43 mi] Day 9 Ravangla Yuksom [ca. 37 mi] Day 10 Yuksom Pelling [ca. 31 mi] Day 11 Pelling Siliguri [ca. 87 mi] Day 12 Departure from Bagdogra / Siliguri

NEW SIKKIM – THE WORLDS LAST UTOPIAS!

ADVENTURE

DIFFICULTY

EDELWEISS TOURS

SIGHTSEEING

Kangchengyao

Yumthang Valley

Kangchenjunga

Kangchenjunga National Park Mangan

Yuksom

Pelling

Rumtek

Ravangla

NEPAL

Gangtok

Tsomgo Lake

BHUTAN Darjeeling

INDIA

Siliguri Bagdogra

HIGHLIGHTS

RIDING HRS/DAY

CHINA

Lachung

ONLINE BOOKING

Mount Kanchenjunga, Tsomgo Lake, Valley of Flowers, Dharmachakra Centre, Maenam Wildlife Sanctuary

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INDIA

12 DAYS VACATION from $ 2.830,-

TOUR DATES 30 APR – 11 MAY 2018 29 APR – 10 MAY 2019

Nestled on the southern side of the Eastern Himalayas lies India’s second smallest, least populous, and environmentally most advanced state, Sikkim. With its spectacular mountain scenery, its wide variety of religious and cultural heritage and its friendly, warm-hearted people the former kingdom is a fascinating destination for visitors from around the globe. Sikkim is the home of Kangchenjunga, the world’s third-highest mountain, as well as many other peaks, countless glaciers, high-elevation lakes and many hot springs, so it offers something for everybody. Motorcyclists like us are especially fascinated by the amazing, zig-zagging mountain roads; surprisingly well maintained they can still be quite daunting at times. This tour thoroughly introduces you to all the hotspots, gets you in touch with the locals and leaves enough time for you to go out and explore. Sikkim may be part of India, yet it seems to be a world away.

190

Cat. 1

EXPLORE SIKKIM, THE ANCIENT KINGDOM HIGH UP IN THE HIMALAYAS, ON TWO WHEELS.

TOUR PRICES 2018 per person in USD

Minimum number of participants: 8

Motorcycle Royal Enfield 500cc

USD 2.830

USD 3.730

USD 4.240

INCLUDED SERVICES: all overnights (comfortable middle-class hotels and guest houses) during entire tour; breakfast every day; 11 dinners; motorcycle rental with unlimited mileage; third party liability insurance for motorcycles; comprehensive vehicle insurance for motorcycles with deductible according to the booked motorcycle model; tour information package including safety tips, details about the hotels, the route and the sights; tour guide on motorcycle; support van for luggage transportation (max. 60 liters per person in a waterproof bag) and space for passengers (limited) on entire tour; Edelweiss Riding Tips. SERVICES NOT INCLUDED: All services not mentioned as included and all items of a personal nature. OPTIONAL SERVICES: global travel health and cancellation insurance; optional deductible reduction on included motorcycle insurance (Cover All / Cover Plus)

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ITINERARY

ASIA

Day 1

NEW THAILAND EXTREME

Arrival in Chiang Mai

Day 2 Chiang Mai Chiang Kham Day 3 Chiang Kham Nan Day 4 Nan Day 5 Nan Chiang Khong Day 6 Chiang Khong Doi Ang Khang Day 7 Doi Ang Khang Pai Day 8 Pai Mae Sariang Day 9 Mae Sariang Chiang Mai Day 10 Departure from Chiang Mai

4TH

RIDE4FUN EDELWEISS TOURS

THAILAND

10 DAYS VACATION from $ 3.160,-

LAOS

[ca. 149 mi] [ca. 99 mi]

Chiang Khong

[ca. 155 mi] [ca. 137 mi] [ca. 217 mi] [ca. 106 mi] [ca. 124 mi]

Golden Triangle

MYANMAR Doi Ang Khan

Chiang Kham Pai

Road of the thousend curves Chiang Mai

THAILAND Mae Sariang

HIGHLIGHTS

DIFFICULTY RIDING HRS/DAY

ONLINE BOOKING

Chiang Mai, white temple in Chiang Rai, Nan, Golden Triangle, road of the thousand curves

SIGHTSEEING

Nan

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TOUR DATES 24 JAN – 02 FEB 2018 13 NOV – 22 NOV 2018 01 FEB – 10 FEB 2019 12 NOV – 21 NOV 2019

On this fantastic motorcycle trip you will ride the best roads in South East Asia. It is unbelievable, how many curves there are in Northern Thailand. Beautiful temples, exotic nature and foreign cul-ture with smiling people accompany you on that trip and the riding will surely exceed your expecta-tions. Our tour starts in Chiang Mai - you should arrive one day earlier to explore the city – heading North to the Nan Region, where perfect motorcycle roads in breathtaking scenery and lots of culture are waiting for you. We continue direction North to the Mekong river, the lifeline of South East Asia and visit the famous Golden Triangle. On former smuggling trails we ride through the jungle along the boarder to Myanmar and hardly see any other vehicle. The road to Pai is called the road of the thousand curves and it so much fun to ride. Many thousands of curves later we arrive again in Chiang Mai and look back to an unbelievable motorcycle experience in the country of smile.

TOUR PRICES 2018 per person in USD Cat.

Minimum number of participants: 8

Motorcycle

Honda NC 700 | Kawasaki Versys 650 | Suzuki V-Strom 650 | Yamaha MT-07

USD 3.160

USD 3.920

USD 4.570

Suzuki V-Strom 1000

USD 3.330

USD 4.270

USD 4.920

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THIS TOUR IN NORTHERN THAILAND GUARANTEES RIDING FUN IN EXOTIC SURROUNDING. INCLUDED SERVICES: all overnights (comfortable hotels with a special regional flair) in twin share during entire tour; breakfast every day; 8 dinners; motorcycle rental with unlimited mileage; third party liability insurance for motorcycles; comprehensive vehicle insurance for motorcycles with deductible according to the booked motorcycle model; tour information package including safety tips, details about the hotels, the route and the sights; tour guide on motorcycle; Edelweiss Riding Tips. SERVICES NOT INCLUDED: all services not mentioned as included and all items of a personal nature. OPTIONAL SERVICE: global travel health and cancellation insurance; optional deductible reduction on included motorcycle insurance (Cover All / Cover Plus);

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Shan Plateau

ITINERARY

ASIA

Day 1

MYANMAR

Arrival in Bangkok

Day 2 Bangko Aranyaprathet Day 3 Aranyaprathet Siem Reap Day 4 Siem Reap Stung Treng Day 5 Stung Treng Champasak Day 6 Champasak Thakhek Day 7 Thakhek Kong Lor Day 8 Kong Lor Vientiane Day 9 Vientiane Vang Vieng Day 10 Vang Vieng Luang Phabang Day 11 Luang Phabang Day 12 Luang Phabang Luang Namtha Day 13 Luang Namtha Chiang Khong Day 14 Chiang Khong Doi Ang Khang Day 15 Doi Ang Khang Pai Day 16 Pai Chiang Mai Day 17 Departure from Chiang Mai

[ca. 175 mi] [ca. 105 mi] [ca. 210 mi] [ca. 150 mi] [ca. 250 mi] [ca. 190 mi] [ca. 200 mi] [ca. 125 mi] [ca. 125 mi] [ca. 35 mi] [ca. 195 mi] [ca. 120 mi] [ca. 185 mi] [ca. 195 mi] [ca. 125 mi]

Luang Namtha

Pai

Chiang Doi Ang Khang Khong

Luang Phabang

LAOS VIETNAM

Vang Vieng

Mekong river

Chiang Mai Kong Lor

Vientiane

Thakhek

THAILAND Mekong river Champasak

Aranyaprathet

Bangkok

Angkor Wat Stung Treng

Siem Reap

ADVENTURE SOUTHEAST ASIA

ADVENTURE EDELWEISS TOURS

DIFFICULTY

The daily riding miles are approximate distances and may vary. The first and last days mentioned in the itinerary are the arrival and departure days; there is no riding on these days. Bear in mind the time difference between your country of origin and your travel destination. Arrival time should be arranged before 3 pm on the arrival day. This tour starts in Bangkok and ends in Chiang Mai. Please book your flights accordingly. Route and overnight places may change due to unforeseen events.

Mekong river

Andaman Sea

CAMBODIA

Gulf of Thailand

ONLINE BOOKING

RIDING HRS/DAY

WWW.EDELWEISSBIKE.COM

SIGHTSEEING

3SA

CAMBODIA / LAOS / THAILAND

17 DAYS VACATION from $ 7.770,-

TOUR DATES 02 FEB – 18 FEB 2018 23 NOV – 09 DEC 2018 15 JAN – 31 JAN 2019 22 NOV – 08 DEC 2019

HIGHLIGHTS

Bangkok, Tonle Sap Lake, Angkor Wat, Mekong River, Road of a 1,000 curves, Si Phan Don, Vat Phou, Kong Lor, Wat Mai Monastery

Come and enjoy the jewels of Southeast Asia in a way that few other tourists can. Whether you are looking for beautiful temples, unique nature experiences, encounters with local people in remote areas, or simply want to ride splendid motorcycle roads – this tour has it all! We start in Bangkok before heading east to Cambodia. Once over the border, you will ride through the dense jungle to the World Heritage Site of Angkor Wat, with its stunning temples. Further east we will meet one of the world‘s greatest rivers, the Mekong. Over the next few days, it will lead you north, meandering through Laos and back into Thailand. Your tourguide will lead you close to the Myanmar border on twisty roads through the unspoiled jungle. You will see hidden temples and the Kong Lor caves. The tour ends in Chiang Mai, but not before riding the “Road with a 1,000 curves“. This motorcycle tour is truly a jewel. Come join us!

TOUR PRICES 2018 per person in USD Cat. 1

Minimum number of participants: 8

Motorcycle Suzuki V-Strom 650

USD 7.770

USD 9.240

USD 10.210

194

EXPERIENCE A ONCE-IN-ALIFETIME MOTORCYCLE TOUR IN SOUTHEAST ASIA. INCLUDED SERVICES: All overnights (comfortable middle-class hotels and guest houses) during entire tour; Breakfast every day; 15 dinners; Motorcycle rental with unlimited mileage; Third party liability insurance for motorcycles; Comprehensive vehicle insurance for motorcycles with deductible according to the booked motorcycle model; Tour information package including safety tips, details about the hotels, the route and the sights; Tour guide on motorcycle; Back-up van for luggage transportation (1 piece per person in form of a waterproof bag) and space for passengers (limited) on entire tour; Edelweiss Riding Tips; SERVICES NOT INCLUDED: All services not mentioned as included and all items of a personal nature. OPTIONAL SERVICES: Global travel health and cancellation insurance; optional deductible reduction on included motorcycle insurance (Cover All / Cover Plus)

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ITINERARY

ASIA

Day 1

ADVENTURE MYANMAR

3MY

EDELWEISS TOURS

MYANMAR / THAILAND

14 DAYS VACATION from $ 6.580,-

Mandalay

Arrival in Chiang Mai

Day 2 Chiang Mai Mae Sot Day 3 Mae Sot Kyaikhto Day 4 Kyaikhto Taungoo Day 5 Taungoo Inle Lake Day 6 Inle Lake Day 7 Inle Lake Mandalay Day 8 Mandalay Bagan Day 9 Bagan Pyay (Prome) Day 10 Pyay (Prome) Bago Day 11 Bago Hpa-An Day 12 Hpa-An Sukhothai Day 13 Sukhothai Chiang Mai Day 14 Departure from Chiang Mai

ADVENTURE

Mandalay Bay

[ca. 236 mi] [ca. 180 mi] [ca. 168 mi] [ca. 199 mi] [ca. 155 mi] [ca. 149 mi] [ca. 242 mi] [ca. 180 mi] [ca. 130 mi] [ca. 202 mi] [ca. 186 mi]

MYANMAR

Bagan

Inle Inle Lake

LAOS

Irrawaddy River

Pyay

THAILAND

Taungoo Chiang Mai

Golden Rock

Irrawaddy River Bay of Bengal

Kyaikhto Kawgoon Cave

Bago Hpa An

Mae Sot

Sukhothai

Gulf of Martaban

DIFFICULTY

ONLINE BOOKING

RIDING HRS/DAY

WWW.EDELWEISSBIKE.COM

SIGHTSEEING

TOUR DATES 19 FEB – 04 MAR 2018 24 NOV – 07 DEC 2018 19 JAN – 01 FEB 2019 23 NOV – 06 DEC 2019

HIGHLIGHTS

Mandalay, Bagan, Inle Lake, Hpaung Daw U Pagoda, Irrawaddy River, Chiang Mai, Bago, Kawgoon Cave

“This is Burma and it is unlike any land you know about.“ (Rudolf Kipling, Letters from the East, 1898) This famous quote from Kipling perfectly describes the remote charm of this fascinating country. Myanmar has been separated from the rest of the world for most of its history, preserving a state of historic uniqueness that has long been lost to the rest of Southeast Asia. Very few motorcyclists have had the privilege of venturing into such a breathtaking region, where unspoiled landscapes and golden stupas decorate a beguiling and welcoming culture. The travel may not always be easy... but will always be worthwhile! Through beautiful mountain territory we will ride to Inle Lake, where you can take a boat tour to explore the pristine lake area, floating villages and the amazing Indein. Our next stop will be Bagan, where we will enjoy its many temples. If you want to experience something special, you way also take an optional, early morning balloon flight over the temple complex. By the time we arrive back in Chiang Mai we can truly claim to have had a once-in-a-lifetime adventure.

TOUR PRICES 2018 per person in USD Cat. 1

Minimum number of participants: 8

Motorcycle Suzuki V-Strom 650

USD 6.580

USD 7.820

USD 8.730

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FEW TOURISTS HAVE ENTERED MYANMAR ON A MOTORCYCLE. COME WITH US AND BECOME ONE OF THE FEW! INCLUDED SERVICES: All overnights (comfortable middle-class hotels and guest houses) during entire tour; Breakfast every day; 12 dinners; Motorcycle rental with unlimited mileage; Third party liability insurance for motorcycles; Comprehensive vehicle insurance for motorcycles with deductible according to the booked motorcycle model; Tour information package including safety tips, details about the hotels, the route and the sights; Tour guide on motorcycle; Back-up van for luggage transportation (max.60 liters per person in form of a waterproof bag) and space for passengers (limited) on entire tour; Edelweiss Riding Tips; SERVICES NOT INCLUDED: All services not mentioned as included and all items of a personal nature. OPTIONAL SERVICES: Global travel health and cancellation insurance; optional deductible reduction on included motorcycle insurance (Cover All / Cover Plus)

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ITINERARY

ASIA

Day 1

CHINA

Arrival in Chiang Mai

Day 2 Chiang Mai Houayxay Day 3 Houayxay Oudomxai Day 4 Oudomxai Dien Bien Phu Day 5 Dien Bien Phu Sa Pa Day 6 Sa Pa Nghia Lô Day 7 Nghia Lô Hanoi Day 8 Hanoi Day 9 Hanoi Mai Châu Day 10 Mai Châu Xam-neua Day 11 Xam-neua Nong Khiaw Day 12 Nong Khiaw Luang Phabang Day 13 Luang Phabang Pak Beng Day 14 Pak Beng Chiang Kham Day 15 Chiang Kham Chiang Mai Day 16 Departure from Chiang Mai

[ca. 190 mi] [ca. 180 mi] [ca. 130 mi] [ca. 170 mi] [ca. 140 mi] [ca. 135 mi] [ca. 95 mi] [ca. 140 mi] [ca. 200 mi] [ca. 90 mi] [ca. 120 mi] [ca. 130 mi] [ca. 180 mi]

ADVENTURE LAOS AND VIETNAM

ADVENTURE EDELWEISS TOURS

Sa Pa

Nong Khiaw

Oudomxai

Xam-neua

Nghia Lo

Mai Chau Valley

Hànoi Mai Chau

Nam Ou river

Houayxay

Pak Beng

Mekong river Chiang Mai

VIETNAM

Northern Vietnam Mountains Dien Bien Phu

Dien Bien Phu Battle Sites

MYANMAR

Minority Hill Tribes

Chiang Kham

Ha hong Bay

Luang Prabang

LAOS

Annam Cordillera

Indochinese Peninsula

THAILAND

DIFFICULTY

ONLINE BOOKING

RIDING HRS/DAY

WWW.EDELWEISSBIKE.COM

SIGHTSEEING

3LV

LAOS / THAILAND / VIETNAM

16 DAYS VACATION from $ 7.270,Gorgeous scenery, breathtaking nature, many historic and cultural sites, and stunning motorcycle roads are the aces up this tour’s sleeve. It starts in Chiang Mai and takes us through Laos into Vietnam, then loops back to Thailand. As soon as we enter Vietnam you’ll notice that it still suffers from the ravages of the Vietnam War. Dien Bien Phu is where the most important battle of the First Indochina War took place. Around Sa Pa life goes on just as it did 100 years ago, it feels like traveling back in time. Breathtaking mountain roads take us to Nghia Lo and on to Hanoi, where we enjoy a rest day with an optional ride to Ha Long Bay. Our journey then takes us back to the west, over mountains, through valleys and alongside endless rice fields. Back in Laos we enjoy two more days of fantastic riding before returning to Thailand, where this special adventure comes to an end, leaving lasting memories.

TOUR DATES 13 JAN – 28 JAN 2018 08 NOV – 23 NOV 2018 02 FEB – 17 FEB 2019 07 NOV – 22 NOV 2019

HIGHLIGHTS

Hanoi, Minority Hill Tribes, Mai Chau Valley, Northern Vietnam Mountains, Sa Pa, Fansipan, Battle Site of Dien Bien Phu, Nam Ou River, Luang Phabang, Mekong River, Golden Triangle (Southeast Asia), Chiang Mai

TOUR PRICES 2018 per person in USD Cat. 1

Minimum number of participants: 8

Motorcycle Suzuki V-Strom 650

USD 7.270

USD 8.650

USD 9.540

A MOTORCYCLE TOUR OF THAILAND, LAOS & VIETNAM, CREATED ESPECIALLY FOR ADVENTUROUS SOULS! 198

INCLUDED SERVICES: All overnights in middle-class hotels during entire tour; Breakfast every day; 14 dinners; Motorcycle rental with unlimited mileage; Third party liability insurance for motorcycles; Comprehensive vehicle insurance for motorcycles with deductible according to the booked motorcycle model; Tour information package including safety tips, details about the hotels, the route and the sights; Tour guide on motorcycle; Back-up van for luggage transportation (max.60 liters per person in form of a waterproof bag) and space for passengers (limited) on entire tour; Edelweiss Riding Tips; SERVICES NOT INCLUDED: All services not mentioned as included and all items of a personal nature. OPTIONAL SERVICES: Global travel health and cancellation insurance; optional deductible reduction on included motorcycle insurance (Cover All / Cover Plus)

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Hà Giang

ITINERARY

ASIA

NEW

Day 1

5VE

Lào Cai

Limestone Mountains

VIETNAM

[ca. 81 mi] [ca. 124 mi]

CLASSIC EDELWEISS TOURS

VIETNAM

14 DAYS VACATION from $ 6.120,Vietnam’s northern half may not be as popular a tourist destination as the beaches of the south and the nightlife of Ho Chi Minh City, but if you decide to travel on two wheels (and why should you consider anything else?), the mountainous north is the place to go. Breathtaking scenery, diverse cultural attractions and stunningly twisty roads make this Harley tour a very special one. Of course our itinerary includes some beaches as well as we follow the coast northward from DaNang. The world-famous caves of Phong Nha are worth a rest day which gives us enough time to explore the region’s attractions, above or underground. Along the Ho Chi Minh Trail we continue north, into the mountains, where the roads seem to be made for motorcycles. Stunning rides across mountain passes and along fertile valleys, past rice fields and bustling, colorful Sunday markets, that’s what this tour is all about. Don’t miss this opportunity to ride a Harley across scenic northern Vietnam.

NORTHERN VIETNAM IS A HIDDEN TREASURE BEGGING TO BE EXPLORED ON A HARLEY. DON’T WAIT ANY LONGER!

Halong Bay

Hanoi

[ca. 130 mi] [ca. 224 mi] [ca. 180 mi] [ca. 112 mi] [ca. 149 mi] [ca. 81 mi] [ca. 162 mi] [ca. 118 mi]

Làng Son

Moc Chau

LAOS Vinh Ho Chi Minh Trail

THAILAND

Phong Nha

The daily riding kilometres are approximate distances and may vary. The first and last days mentioned in the itinerary are the arrival and departure days; there is no riding on these days. Bear in mind the time difference between your country of origin and your travel destination. This is the route for the tour that starts in Da Nang and ends in Hanoi. Arrival time should be arranged before 3 pm on the arrival day. Please book your flights accordingly. Route and overnight places may change due to unforeseen events.

HARLEY-DAVIDSON® ONLY

VIETNAM TOUR

Mt. Fansipan

Arrival in Da Nang

Day 2 Da Nang Huế Day 3 Huế Phong Nha Day 4 Phong Nha Day 5 Phong Nha Vinh Day 6 Vinh Mộc Châu Day 7 Mộc Châu Lào Cai Day 8 Lào Cai Ha Giang Day 9 Ha Giang Day 10 Ha Giang Cao Bằng Day 11 Cao Bằng Lạng Sơn Day 12 Lạng Sơn Halong-Bucht Day 13 Halong-Bucht Hanoi Day 14 Departure from Hanoi

CHINA Cao Bang

South China Sea

Phong Nha National Park Hue

Da Nang Hoi An

DIFFICULTY

ONLINE BOOKING

RIDING HRS/DAY

WWW.EDELWEISSBIKE.COM

SIGHTSEEING

TOUR DATES 25 MAR – 07 APR 2018 21 OCT – 03 NOV 2018 24 MAR – 06 APR 2019 20 OCT – 02 NOV 2019

HIGHLIGHTS

Hoi An, Hai-Van-Pass, Ho-Chi-Minh-Trail, Phong Nha Nationalpark, Mt. Fansipan, Kalksteingebirge im Nordosten, Halong-Bucht, Hanoi

TOUR PRICES 2018 per person in USD Cat.

Minimum number of participants: 8

Motorcycle

Harley-Davidson® Sportster Models

USD 6.120

USD 7.630

USD 8.190

Harley-Davidson® Dyna Models

USD 6.260

USD 7.900

USD 8.460

Harley-Davidson® Softail Models | Harley-Davidson® Touring Models

USD 6.390

USD 8.160

USD 8.720

INCLUDED SERVICES: all overnights (comfortable middle-class hotels) during entire tour; breakfast every day; 11 dinners; motorcycle rental with unlimited mileage; third party liability insurance for motorcycles; comprehensive vehicle insurance for motorcycles with deductible according to the booked motorcycle model; tour information package including safety tips, details about the hotels, the route and the sights; tour guide on motorcycle; support van for luggage transportation (1 piece per person) and space for passengers (limited) on entire tour; Edelweiss Riding Tips. SERVICES NOT INCLUDED: All services not mentioned as included and all items of a personal nature. OPTIONAL SERVICES: global travel health and cancellation insurance; optional deductible reduction on included motorcycle insurance (Cover All / Cover Plus);

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201

ITINERARY

ASIA

Day 1

Noto Peninsula

Arrival in Tokyo

Day 2 Tokyo Hakone Day 3 Hakone Shizuoka Day 4 Shizuoka Ise Day 5 Ise Shirahama Day 6 Shirahama Kyoto Day 7 Kyoto Day 8 Kyoto Himeji Day 9 Himeji Fukui Day 10 Fukui Noto Halbinsel Day 11 Noto Halbinsel Hirayu Day 12 Hirayu Kusatsu Day 13 Kusatsu Nikko Day 14 Nikko Day 15 Nikko Tokyo Day 16 Departure from Tokyo

[ca. 140 mi] [ca. 155 mi] [ca. 150 mi] [ca. 148 mi] [ca. 145 mi] [ca. 75 mi] [ca. 170 mi] [ca. 130 mi] [ca. 140 mi] [ca. 120 mi] [ca. 120 mi] [ca. 60 mi] [ca. 155 mi]

SECRETS OF JAPAN

CJA

CLASSIC EDELWEISS TOURS

JAPAN

16 DAYS VACATION from $ 8.010,-

Sea of Japan

Mt. Shirane Hiraya

Fukui

Nikkó Nikko N.P.

Tokyo

Honshu

JAPAN

Lake Biwa

Mt. Fuji

Kyoto

Shizouka Hakone

Mt. Hakone

Himeji Ise

Pacific Ocean

Shirahama

DIFFICULTY

ONLINE BOOKING

RIDING HRS/DAY

WWW.EDELWEISSBIKE.COM

SIGHTSEEING

TOUR DATES 19 MAY – 03 JUN 2018 18 MAY – 02 JUN 2019

HIGHLIGHTS

Tokio, Kyoto, Mount Fuji, Nikko, Japanese Alps, hot springs

Japan – a blend of ancient traditions with modern technology, fantasy and creativity. We start by riding the elevated highways of Tokyo leaving the frenzy metropolis behind, heading to the peninsula of Izu and its breathtaking skyline roads, following by a visit to Japan’s highest and most famous majestic peak: Mount Fuji. Up next is the Ise Bay, the ancient pilgrimage city of Koya and Kyoto before we discover Himeji and its unique castle architecture. We continue riding north through the most beautiful roads like the “Mikata five lakes rainbow line” and the Chirihama beach driveway. Crossing the soaring mountains of the Japanese Alps takes us to the hot spring town of Kusatsu before reaching, yet another spiritual world heritage city: Nikko. Heading back to Tokyo is the last part of the journey. Picture yourself after a wonderful day of riding, eating sushi and other regional delicacies before relaxing at the soothing waters of the hot spring. Join us, pamper your senses and discover a unique cultural and riding experience unlike any other.

TOUR PRICES 2018 per person in USD Cat.

DISCOVER THE LAND OF THE RISING SUN! 202

Kusatsu

Mt. Hotaka

Minimum number of participants: 8

Motorcycle

Honda NC 750 X

USD 8.010

USD 9.680

USD 11.820

Ducati Monster 821 | Ducati Scrambler | Suzuki V-Strom 1000

USD 8.330

USD 10.320

USD 12.460

BMW R 1200 GS | Ducati Multistrada 1200

USD 8.430

USD 10.520

USD 12.660

BMW R 1200 RT

USD 8.530

USD 10.720

USD 12.860

Harley-Davidson® Touring Models

USD 8.730

USD 11.120

USD 13.260

INCLUDED SERVICES: All overnights in comfortable hotels during entire tour; Breakfast every day; 13 dinners; Motorcycle rental with unlimited mileage; Third party liability insurance for motorcycles; Comprehensive vehicle insurance for motorcycles with deductible according to the booked motorcycle model; Tour information package including safety tips, details about the hotels, the route and the sights; Tour guide on motorcycle; Support van for luggage transportation (1 piece per person) and space for passengers (limited) on entire tour; Edelweiss Riding Tips; SERVICES NOT INCLUDED: All services not mentioned as included and all items of a personal nature. OPTIONAL SERVICES: Global travel health and cancellation insurance; optional deductible reduction on included motorcycle insurance (Cover All / Cover Plus)

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ITINERARY AAT

PACIFIC

Day 1

AUSTRALIAN ADVENTURE TOUR AUSTRALIA EXTENSION

AAT

ADVENTURE EDELWEISS TOURS

DIFFICULTY RIDING HRS/DAY SIGHTSEEING

AAV

AUSTRALIA

13 DAYS VACATION AAT + OPTIONAL 5 DAYS AAV from $ 7.810,- AAT Australia is magic, diverse, exciting and world-famous for its special natural wonders and its unbelievably friendly people. Amazing, nearly untouched and barely-visited national parks with beaches and bays lie on our way south through New South Wales and Victoria. With some luck you will spot every animal you always dreamed about in this giant, open-air “zoo,“ including whales, dolphins, koalas and kangaroos. We take the ferry to Tasmania – “the green emerald of the South“ – with its rough nature and the world‘s clearest water. Those who will extend their adventure will ride one of the most beautiful motorcycling roads on the continent, the Great Ocean Road. We‘ll experience shiny red cliffs, deep blue seas and bright blue horizon on our way back to Sydney, passing the Australian Alps, Canberra and the Blue Mountains.

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TOUR DATES 06 FEB – 18 FEB 2018 AAT 18 FEB – 23 FEB 2018 AAV 26 NOV – 08 DEC 2018 AAT 08 DEC – 13 DEC 2018 AAV 28 JAN – 09 FEB 2019 AAT 09 FEB – 14 FEB 2019 AAV 25 NOV – 07 DEC 2019 AAT 07 DEC – 12 DEC 2019 AAV

Sydney

Arrival in Sydney

Day 2 Sydney Batemans Bay Day 3 Batemans Bay Eden Day 4 Eden Lakes Entrance Day 5 Lakes Entrance Melbourne (Fähre nach Devonport) Day 6 Devonpor Strahan Day 7 Strahan Hobart Day 8 Hobart Day 9 Hobart Launceston Day 10 Launceston Devonport (Fähre nach Melbourne) Day 11 Melbourne Warrnambool Day 12 Warrnambool Melbourne Day 13 Departure from Melbourne * optional Australia Extension AAV Day 13 Melbourne Day 14 Melbourne Wangaratta Day 15 Wangaratta Jindabyne Dam Day 16 Jindabyne Dam Jervis Bay Day 17 Jervis Bay Sydney Day 18 Departure from Sydney

Blue Mountains N.P.

AUS TR ALI A

Sea Cliff Bridge

NEW SOUT H WA LE S

[ca. 185 mi] [ca. 135 mi] [ca. 185 mi]

VICT ORIA

[ca. 200 mi] [ca. 165 mi] [ca. 190 mi] [ca. 90 mi] [ca. 210 mi]

Wangaratta

Jindabyne Dam

[ca. 100 mi] [ca. 240 mi] [ca. 220 mi]

Great Australian Bight

Bells Beach

Lakes Entrance Ninety Mile Beach

Devonport

Strahan

Batemans Bay Eden

Melbourne

Tasman Sea

Freycinet N.P.

Launceston

[ca. 240 mi] [ca. 230 mi] [ca. 215 mi] [ca. 165 mi]

Snowy Mountains

Australian Alps

Warrnambool

Jervis Bay

Canberra

TAS MANIA Hobart

= AAT = AAV

ONLINE BOOKING

The daily riding miles are approximate distances and may vary. The first and last days mentioned in the itinerary are the arrival and departure days; there is no riding on these days. Bear in mind the time difference between your country of origin and your travel destination. Arrival time should be arranged before 3 pm on the arrival day. This tour AAT starts in Sydney and ends in Melbourne (* If booking the Australia Extension AAV also your departure airport is Sydney). Book your flights accordingly! Route and overnight places may change due to unforeseen events.

WWW.EDELWEISSBIKE.COM

HIGHLIGHTS

Sydney, Royal National Park, Lakes Entrance, Ninety Mile Beach, Melbourne, Devonport, Freycinet National Park, Wineglass Bay, Port Arthur, Hobart, Strahan, Bells Beach, Great Ocean Road © Marko Bauer

TOUR PRICES 2018 per person in USD Cat.

Minimum number of participants: 8

Motorcycle AUSTRALIAN ADVENTURE TOUR AAT

BMW F 700 GS

USD 7.810

USD 8.530

USD 9.740

BMW F 800 GS

USD 7.880

USD 8.670

USD 9.880

BMW R 1200 GS

USD 7.940

USD 8.790

USD 10.000

BMW R 1200 RT

USD 8.010

USD 8.930

USD 10.140

USD 3.470

USD 4.160

USD 4.580

OPTIONAL AUSTRALIA EXTENSION AAV +

Surcharge for Australia Extension AAV

INCLUDED SERVICES: All overnights in comfortable hotels (comfortable middle-class hotels) during entire tour; Breakfast every day; 2 (* 3) picnics/lunches; 11 (* 16) dinners; Motorcycle rental with unlimited mileage; Third party liability insurance for motorcycles; Comprehensive vehicle insurance for motorcycles with deductible according to the booked motorcycle model; Tour information package including safety tips, details about the hotels, the route and the sights; Tour guide on motorcycle; Support van for luggage transportation (1 piece per person) and space for passengers (limited) on entire tour; Ferry ride MelbourneTasmania-Melbourne; Edelweiss Riding Tips; SERVICES NOT INCLUDED: All services not mentioned as included and all items of a personal nature. OPTIONAL SERVICES: Global travel health and cancellation insurance; optional deductible reduction on included motorcycle insurance (Cover All / Cover Plus). *applies for bookings of the Australian Adventure tour and the Australia Extension.

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ITINERARY NSZ

PACIFIC

Day 1

NEW ZEALAND TOUR NORTH ISLAND EXTENSION

CLASSIC

NSZ

EDELWEISS TOURS

DIFFICULTY RIDING HRS/DAY SIGHTSEEING

14 DAYS VACATION NSZ + OPTIONAL 7 DAYS CNS from $ 6.790,- NSZ New Zealand, also known as the “Paradise Down Under” offers everything you could possibly look for in a holiday destination. New Zealand features mountains and glaciers, wild coasts and long sandy beaches, rainforest and hot springs. It is home to an interesting indigenous culture and to the friendliest people you can imagine. It is heaven for motorcyclists because the roads are beautiful, well maintained, and mostly empty. This motorcycle tour will introduce you to all the major highlights of New Zealand. The Sky Tower in Auckland, the hot springs in Rotorua, the Art Deco district in Napier, museums, shops and restaurants in Wellington, the ferry-cruise across Cook Strait, the spectacular Queen Charlotte Drive, the wild West Coast, the rainforest and the glaciers that run through it, the amazingly beautiful Milford Sound and the breathtaking view to Mount Cook, New Zealand‘s highest mountain. You will fall in love with this New Zealand motorcycle tour.

TOUR DATES 15 JAN – 28 JAN 2018 NSZ 28 JAN – 04 FEB 2018 CNS 11 NOV – 24 NOV 2018 NSZ 24 NOV – 01 DEC 2018 CNS 13 JAN – 26 JAN 2019 NSZ 26 JAN – 02 FEB 2019 CNS 10 NOV – 23 NOV 2019 NSZ 23 NOV – 30 NOV 2019 CNS

Pauanui

Auckland

[ca. 230 mi] [ca. 225 mi] [ca. 255 mi] [ca. 95 mi] [ca. 225 mi] [ca. 250 mi] [ca. 160 mi] [ca. 75 mi] [ca. 100 mi] [ca. 265 mi] [ca. 165 mi] [ca. 175 mi]

Rotorua North Island Tasman Sea

Napier

NEW ZEALAND Nelson/ Motueka

Wellington

Punakaiki Fox Glacier Lake Wanaka

Mount Cook

Christchurch

Twizel

South Pacific Ocean

Milford Sound

[ca. 205 mi] [ca. 270 mi] [ca. 165 mi] [ca. 180 mi] [ca. 155 mi] [ca. 170 mi]

Te Anau

Queenstown

= NSZ = CNS

ONLINE BOOKING WWW.EDELWEISSBIKE.COM

HIGHLIGHTS

Fox Glacier, Wellington, Queenstown, West Coast South Island, Rotorua, Lake Wanaka, Lake Pukaki, Mount Cook © Thomas Ritt

TOUR PRICES 2018 per person in USD Cat.

Minimum number of participants: 8

Motorcycle NEW ZEALAND TOUR NSZ

TIRE-GRIPPING ROAD SURFACES WITH GLACIERS, VOLCANOES AND PALM TREES!

Suzuki V-Strom 650

USD 6.790

USD 8.240

USD 9.440

BMW F 700 GS

USD 6.960

USD 8.570

USD 9.770

BMW F 800 GS | Suzuki V-Strom 1000 | Triumph Tiger 800

USD 7.100

USD 8.860

USD 10.060

BMW R 1200 GS | Triumph Tiger Explorer XC

USD 7.310

USD 9.280

USD 10.480

BMW R 1200 RT

USD 7.470

USD 9.600

USD 10.800

USD 4.430

USD 5.510

USD 6.240

OPTIONAL NORTH ISLAND EXTENSION CNS +

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Waipoua Forest

The daily riding miles are approximate distances and may vary. The first and last days mentioned in the itinerary are the arrival and departure days; there is no riding on these days. Bear in mind the time difference between your country of origin and your travel destination. This tour starts in Christchurch and ends in Auckland. Book your flights accordingly! Route and overnight places may change due to unforeseen events.

CNS

NEW ZEALAND

* optional North Island Extension CNS Day 14 Auckland Day 15 Auckland Pauanui Day 16 Pauanui Whangarei Day 17 Whangarei Kaitaia Day 18 Kaitaia Cable Bay Day 19 Cable Bay Russell Day 20 Russell Auckland Day 21 Departure from Auckland

Russell

Whangarei

Arrival in Christchurch

Day 2 Christchurch Twizel Day 3 Twizel Te Anau Day 4 Te Anau Queenstown Day 5 Queenstown Day 6 Queenstown Fox-Gletscher Day 7 Fox-Gletscher Punakaiki Day 8 Punakaiki Nelson/Motueka Day 9 Nelson/Motueka Wellington Day 10 Wellington Day 11 Wellington Napier Day 12 Napier Rotorua Day 13 Rotorua Auckland Day 14 Departure from Auckland

Cable Bay

Kaitaia

Surcharge for North Island Extension CNS

INCLUDED SERVICES: All overnights in comfortable middle-class hotels and one farm stay during entire tour; Breakfast every day; 2 (* 3) picnics/lunches; 11 (* 18) dinners; Motorcycle rental with unlimited mileage; Third party liability insurance for motorcycles; Comprehensive vehicle insurance for motorcycles with deductible according to the booked motorcycle model; Tour information package including safety tips, details about the hotels, the route and the sights; Tour guide on motorcycle; Support van for luggage transportation (1 piece per person) and space for passengers (limited) on entire tour; Ferry ride South Island-North Island; Edelweiss Riding Tips; SERVICES NOT INCLUDED: All services not mentioned as included and all items of a personal nature. OPTIONAL SERVICES: Global travel health and cancellation insurance; optional deductible reduction on included motorcycle insurance (Cover All / Cover Plus). * applies for bookings of New Zealnd Tour and the North Island Extention

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WORLDTOURER PROGRAM EDELWEISS WORLDTOURER PROGRAM

HALF-PRICE TOURS

HOW DO I BECOME A WORLDTOURER? Becoming a worldtourer is easy. Book a tour online and just click the button to sign up for the program or contact one of our travel experts. Taking part in the program is absolutely free – you will just benefit from it. All terms and conditions can be found online under www.edelweissbike.com

HOW DOES IT WORK? With every Edelweiss tour you are doing you will collect a certain number of worldtourer miles. These will be credited after tour to your personal account. You can use these miles on your next tour to redeem a benefit of your choice (depending on the number of miles you already earned). The more you travel the more benefits you will get.

Our Worldtourer Program is a free frequent-rider program that offers you many advantages when travelling with Edelweiss Bike Travel.

TOUR DISCOUNT FOR YOU AND YOUR FRIENDS AT THE EDELWEISS REUNION

ADDITIONAL NIGHTS TO EXTEND YOUR STAY

YOUR WORLDTOURER BENEFITS WORLDTOURER STATUS PRESENTS (T-Shirts, Jackets, etc.)

FREE MOTORCYCLE UPGRADES

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MOTORCYCLE INSURANCE A CAREFREE MOTORCYCLE VACATION A mishap can sometimes happen very quickly but with Edelweiss Bike Travel there is no need to worry. We won’t leave you out in the rain! We offer motorcycle insurances that reduce the deductible amount in case of an accident so you are always on the safe side. Just be carefree and enjoy your vacation.

EDELWEISS COVER ALL – TOTALLY CAREFREE ON TOUR With this option your maximum liability for damages to your motorcycle is reduced to zero. You will reduce your deductible in case of damage or accident down to US $ 0,-. An additional benefit: The motorcycle handover at the tour start is quick and eady: just take your keys of the rental bike and off you go. No annoying paper work you have to deal with. There is no risk and no hidden extras.

EDELWEISS COVER PLUS – SUPPORT IN EVERY SITUATION The cover plus insurance reduces you deductible amount significantly so there is a way more limited financial risk in case of damage or accident. The amount of the deductible depends on the motorcycle category and length of tour.

JUST TAKE YOUR KEYS ... ... AND OFF YOU GO! IT IS THAT EASY ... NO NEED TO WORRY ... YOU ARE SECURED IN ANY CASE.

HOW TO BOOK THE INSURANCE?? Registration is easy: simply at the chosen insurance to your online booking. For details, prices and the full terms and conditions, please contact your Edelweiss booking agent.

BE SECURED – ALWAYS AND IN ANY CASE.

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MEET YOU AT THE TOP. Passion, newly designed. NEU HELD

HELD OVER & UNDER TECHNOLOGY – PERFECT FOR ALL WEATHER CONDITIONS Whether World or Held Tour, expedition or day trip - with the Held over & under technology, you are ideally equipped for all conditions that you can encounter on two wheels. The Held over & under technology provides maximum flexibility for any weather condition, from tropical heat to continuous rain. For our jackets and trousers with over & under technology, the removable Gore-Tex® membrane is designed in a way that it can be worn either in the main garment or over it. In dry and cool conditions, the membrane is worn inside. This way it keeps the body from cooling down thanks to its windstopper function and keeps it dry in a short shower. All external and inner pockets of the base garment can be accessed without limitations. If it is foreseeable that a longer ride in rainy conditions is lying ahead, you remove the 3-layer Gore-Tex® liner by opening the zippers and pushbuttons from the base garment and pull it over the jacket and trousers. By wearing the membrane over the base combination, rain and dirt are kept on the upper layer, the base garment stays clean and dry, the body does not become hypothermic. For best possible ventilation on warm days without rainfall, the liner can be completely removed and carried separately in the luggage. As a further function, the membrane jacket and trousers can also be worn as leisure wear off the road. HELD CLIP-IN TECHNOLOGIE – SOLLTE AUF KEINER REISE FEHLEN A useful addition to over & under technology is the Held Clip-in technology. All Held jackets and trousers, which are equipped with the Clip-in feature can be retrofitted and upgraded with Held Clip-in products. Through the use of Clip-in products, the functionality and the application range of the motorcycle apparel can be extended. The Held Clip-in technology features interior linings with protection against cold, wind or rain. All Clip-in products are designed to be worn well as leisure wear and are characterized by their low weight and small pack size which make them a perfect companion on your next Edelweiss bike travel.

“THE PARTNERSHIP BETWEEN EDELWEISS AND HELD HAS BEEN PERSISTING FOR SEVERAL YEARS. Edelweiss was looking for a clothing supplier for its tour guides and has found a suitable partner with Held Biker Fashion which emphasizes the same quality standards for its products as Edelweiss for its travels. We are not only extremely proud that all Held products can be found at all Edelweiss travels all over the world, but benefit also from the feedback that we get from the guides after their intense use of our apparel. This feedback is a very valuable input for our product development. New since 2016 are the “Helden tours” which concept is decelerated discovering of the travel destination in a simple, original way, without a strict schedule and holiday stress. Just the perfect tour for a real hero.” MARKUS HELD MANAGING DIRECTOR HELD BIKER FASHION

C4 SCHUBERTH MIT EDELWEISS SEIT JAHREN WITH EDELWEISSBIKE BIKETRAVEL TRAVELHABEN WE’VE WIR FOUND ANVIELEN EXCELLENT EINE AUSGEZEICHNETE PLATTFORM UNSERE PRODUKTE PLATFORM FOR OUR PRODUCTS SINCEFÜR MANY YEARS. GEFUNDEN. The big range of tours gives us the perfect opportunity to place our product Durch dieonangebotenen Tourenformate können wir unser Portfolio an Helmen portfolio helmets, in the most scenically environments on this planet. in den schönsten Umgebungen Erde ideal platzieren. SCHUBERTH SCHUBERTH helmets became ader standard on every tour and prove theirHelme sind dabei auf keiner Tour mehr wegzudenken und bewähren sich seit vielen quality all along.

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TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF TRAVEL OF THE EDELWEISS BIKE TRAVEL REISE GMBH The following terms and conditions of travel shall form an integral part of the travel contract entered into between a client and the Edelweiss Bike Travel Reise GmbH (hereinafter referred to as “EBTR”) which the bookers conclude with EBTR as the operator either directly or via an agent. Nevertheless, terms and conditions mentioned separately in the different travel offers take in any case priority. 1. BOOKING AND PAYMENT By signing up for the tour, the client offers to EBTR to bindingly conclude a travel contract. The contract shall enter into force upon the written travel confirmation of EBTR. Upon booking a down payment of USD 500.00 of the travel price, shall be made. The outstanding payment of the tour price shall be made without any additional request 60 days before the start of the tour upon delivery of the tour documents. In case of procured journeys, the payment conditions of the respective operator or, respectively, service provider shall apply. EBTR reserves the right to withdraw from providing the service in case of default of payment of the customer. 2. CHANGE OF TRAVELLER The person of the traveller may only be changed if the substitute person complies with all conditions for the participation and the change can be made in two forms. 2.1. Assignment of the claim to travel service The obligations of the booker arising out of the travel contract shall continue to apply if he assigns all or individual claims resulting from this contract to a third party. In this case, the booker shall bear the additional costs resulting therefrom; he shall in any case pay at least USD 95.00. 2.2. Transfer of the travel event If the customer is prevented from starting to go on a journey, he shall be permitted to transfer the contractual relationship to another person. EBTR shall be notified of the transfer either directly or via an agent within a reasonable time limit of at least 14 days before the departure date. The person transferring and the substitute person shall jointly be responsible for the remuneration still outstanding as well as, if applicable, for the additional costs incurred by the transfer, in any case to pay at least USD 95.00. 3. LEGAL BASES IN CASE OF DEFAULT IN PERFORMANCE 3.1. Warranty In case of a service not provided or provided defectively, the customer shall have a claim to warranty. The customer agrees that EBTR instead of fulfilling his claim to conversion or price reduction provides another service free of defects or improves the defective service within a reasonable time limit. The defect can be rectified by remedying the defect or by providing an equivalent replacement service or a replacement service of higher value that is subject to the customer’s express consent.

c) Withdrawal from the contract with cancellation charge The amount of the cancellation charge shall be based on the time the withdrawal is declared. The travel price shall be the total price of the service agreed upon in the contract. The customer shall in any other cases not mentioned in lit. a be entitled to withdraw from the contract by paying a cancellation charge and sending a written notice to EBTR. The following cancellation rates shall apply per person: - until 60 days before the start of the journey USD 300.00; - from 59 to 42 days before the start of the journey USD 500.00; - from 41 until 31 days before the start of the journey 30 % of the travel price; - from 30 days before the start of the journey onwards 100 % of the travel price. It is recommended taking out a travel cancellation insurance. A one-time rebooking at the latest 60 days before the start of the tour shall be possible free of charge. After having realized a rebooking, the cancellation charge amounts to at least USD 500.00 per person. d) No-show It shall be considered no-show if the customer fails to appear on the departure date because he is not willing to travel or if he misses the departure because of negligence imputable to him or because of a coincidence that occurred to him. If it is moreover ascertained that the customer can no longer or no longer wants to make use of the remaining travel service, he shall pay 100 percent of the travel price. 4.2. Withdrawal from the contract by EBTR before the start of the journey a) EBTR shall be released from its obligation to fulfil the contract if a certain minimum number of participants specified in the description a priori is not achieved and if the customer was informed on the cancellation within the time limits indicated in the description of the travel event or within the following time limits: - until 30 days before the start of the journey in case of journeys of more than 6 days; - until 20 days before the start of the journey in case of journeys of up to 6 days. b) The cancellation is caused by force majeure, that is to say due to unusual and unforeseeable events which cannot be influenced by the person claiming force majeure and the consequences of which could not have been avoided despite exercising due care. However, this shall not include overbooking; nonetheless, governmental orders, strikes, war or war-like conditions, epidemics, natural disasters, etc. shall be considered force majeure.

3.2. Compensation for damages If EBTR or one of its assistants culpably violates the obligations of EBTR arising out of the contractual relationship, EBTR shall be obliged vis-à-vis the customer to compensate the damage resulting therefrom. Insofar as EBTR is responsible for persons other than its employees, EBTR shall – apart from cases of a personal damage – only be liable if it does not proof that it is neither culpable for intent nor for gross negligence. Except for intent and gross negligence, EBTR shall not be liable for any objects that are normally not brought along to a motorcycle or, respectively, a bicycle tour, unless EBTR has kept them in safe custody in knowledge of the circumstances. It is thus recommended to the customer not to bring along objects of a special value. Furthermore, it is recommended to duly hold the objects brought along in custody.

c) In cases a) and b), the customer shall be reimbursed the amount already paid. He shall be entitled to choose the option according to 4.1.b, paragraph 1.

3.3. Notice of defects The customer shall notify the representative of EBTR on the spot without delay of any defect regarding the performance of the contract which he gains knowledge of during the journey. If the customer does not comply with this obligation, this can be considered as contributory negligence and insofar reduce his possible claims for damages.

5. AMENDMENTS OF THE CONTRACT

3.4. Assertion of possible claims In order to facilitate the assertion of claims, the customer is advised to obtain written confirmations attesting that services were not provided or provided defectively and, respectively, to gather proof, evidence, witnesses. In the interest of the traveller, it is recommendable to assert claims without delay after having returned from the journey directly visà-vis EBTR or via the procuring travel agency since it can be expected that the more time passes by the more difficulties of gathering evidence will arise. 4. WITHDRAWAL FROM THE CONTRACT 4.1. Withdrawal from the contract by the customer before the start of the journey a) Withdrawal from the contract without cancellation charge Apart from withdrawal rights stipulated by law, the customer may withdraw from the contract in case of a considerable increase of the travel price by more than 10 % according to section 5.1. of the contract without substantiating a claim for EBTR against him. b) Claim to replacement service Provided that the customer did not exercise the right of withdrawal according to lit. a and provided that EBTR cancelled the journey without any fault of the customer, he may instead of reversing the contract demand its fulfilment by participating in an equivalent other travel event if EBTR is able to provide this service.

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4.3. Withdrawal from the contract by EBTR after the start of the journey EBTR shall only be released from its obligation to fulfil the contract if the customer despite of a warning within the framework of a group trip durably impairs the performance of the journey by grossly improper conduct. EBTR shall also be released from its obligation to fulfil the contract if the ability to drive of the customer does not suffice. In this case, the customer – provided that the fault lies with him – shall be obliged to compensate the damage to EBTR.

5.1. Price changes EBTR reserves the right to increase the travel price confirmed in the booking for reasons which do not depend on its will provided that the travel date is more than two months after the conclusion of the contract. Such reasons shall exclusively be deemed the change of transport costs such as fuel costs, of fees for certain services such as docking, embarkation or disembarkation fees in harbours and of corresponding fees at airports or of the exchange rates applicable to the travel event concerned. From 20 days before the departure date onwards, no price change shall take place. In case of changes of the travel price by more than 10 percent, the customer may in any case withdraw from the contract without having to pay a cancellation charge (see section 4.1.a). 5.2. Performance changes after the start of the journey In case of changes for which EBTR is not responsible, the regulations as described in section 3. (legal bases in case of default in performance) shall apply. If it turns out after having departed that a considerable part of the contractually agreed services will not or cannot be performed, EBTR shall without any additional remuneration take reasonable precautions in order to continue carrying out the travel event. If such precautions cannot be taken or if the customer does not accept them for good reasons, EBTR shall without any additional remuneration, if applicable, offer an equivalent possibility to transport the customer to the place of departure or to another place agreed with him. Apart from that, EBTR undertakes to make every effort to assist the customer to overcome difficulties if the contract is not fulfilled or if it is fulfilled defectively. 6. PROVISION OF INFORMATION TO THIRD PARTIES Information about the names of the travellers and of the whereabouts of travellers must also not be disclosed to third persons in urgent cases, unless the traveller has expressly requested to have information

disclosed. The costs caused by the transmission of urgent messages shall be borne by the customer. The travellers are hence advised to inform their relatives about the exact holiday address. 7. PROVISIONS RELATING TO PASSPORTS, VISAS, FOREIGN CURRENCIES, CUSTOMS DUTIES AND SANITARY POLICE It is presumed to be known that generally a valid passport is required to travel abroad. EBTR shall inform the customer on the respective additional foreign entry provisions relating to passports, visas and sanitary police as well as upon request on provisions relating to foreign currencies and customs duties insofar as they can be accessed in Austria. Apart from that, the customer himself shall be responsible for observing these provisions. As far as possible, EBTR shall against remuneration take care of obtaining any necessary visa. Upon request, EBTR shall as far as possible provide information on particular provisions for foreigners, stateless persons as well as holders of dual citizenships. Any disadvantages arising out of the non-fulfilment of the aforementioned provisions shall be for the account of the tour member. 8. VEHICLE RENTAL 8.1. Motorcycle rental The motorcycle rental of the respective booked category shall form the subject-matter of the service provided by EBTR. The state of the vehicles conforms to the respective country-specific circumstances. The customer shall in any case not have a claim to be provided with a new vehicle or a vehicle with full equipment. In order to take possession of the rental vehicle, the customer shall dispose of a valid driving licence for the rental vehicle. This proof shall be provided at the start of the tour. If this obligation is not complied with, EBTR reserves the right not to provide the rental vehicle and to exclude the tour member from participating in the tour. In this case, EBTR shall not be obliged to reimburse paid services of any kind whatsoever and shall not be liable for additional costs which are incurred by the customer due to this circumstance. The equipment of the booked vehicles varies from tour to tour and from rental station to rental station. No conclusions may be drawn from the images of vehicles used in the sales documents of EBTR as regards the equipment of the vehicles. More detailed information concerning the rental vehicles and their equipment is available upon request directed to EBTR. EBTR shall endeavour to provide the tour member with the requested vehicle model, however, it reserves the right to replace it with a comparable vehicle model in case of an unforeseeable situation such as a technical defect, an accident, a theft or a similar incident. If EBTR is unable to provide a comparable vehicle model, EBTR shall reimburse to the tour member the difference between the daily rate of the vehicle and the booked vehicle model. Any other liability on the part of EBTR shall hence be excluded. When renting a vehicle, the customer shall additionally be obliged to pay a security deposit when taking possession of the vehicle. The amount of the security deposit conforms to the respective excess of the vehicle insurance which the customer undertakes to pay in case of an insured event. This security deposit shall be reimbursed when the vehicle is returned undamaged. Some rental stations on site demand an additional rental contract which is concluded on site at the respective rental station. We will forward such a rental contract upon request before the tour is booked. The rental period is not interrupted if the vehicle cannot be used, to whomsoever the fault is attributable, or if the renter is not fit to drive. EBTR shall not be obliged to replace a damaged vehicle during a tour. In case of a technical defect of the rental vehicle, the customer undertakes to inform the local contact person of EBTR without delay. 8.2. Bicycle rental The bicycle rental shall form the subject-matter of the service provided by EBTR. The state of the bicycles conforms to the respective country-specific circumstances. The customer shall in any case not have a claim to be provided with a new bicycle. No conclusions may be drawn from the images of bicycles used in the sales documents of EBTR as regards the equipment of the bicycles. More detailed information concerning the rental bicycles and their equipment is available upon request directed to EBTR. The rental period is not interrupted if the renter is not fit to ride the bicycle, it is neither interrupted if the bicycle cannot be used, provided that the fault is not attributable to EBTR. EBTR shall only be obliged to replace a damaged bicycle during a tour if the fault of the damage lies with EBTR. In case of a technical defect of the rental bicycle, the customer undertakes to inform the local contact person of EBTR without delay. 9. OWN VEHICLE Tour members who participate in an EBTR tour with their own vehicle shall themselves be responsible for guaranteeing a state of their vehicle which conforms to the law and a perfect technical condition. In case of default in performance on the part of EBTR which is due to the failure of the customer to comply with this state, the customer shall be obliged vis-à-vis EBTR to reimburse any damage that might be caused. The customer shall bear any costs additionally incurred (e.g. for recovering a vehicle, for safely parking the vehicle under a roof, for remedying technical defects, etc.). EBTR cannot offer a vehicle insurance to customers who participate in a tour with their own vehicle. 10. DRIVING LICENCE AND ABILITY TO DRIVE By completing the booking, the customer declares to possess a driving licence valid for the time of the journey and for the vehicle used in the tour and to dispose of the required ability to drive to have full control over the vehicle in order to drive safely on the tour itinerary.

The customer shall inform EBTR without delay on any and all changes regarding his driving licence which have an influence on his tour participation (e.g. revocation of driving licence, etc.). If it turns out after the booking and before the start of the journey that the customer does not dispose of a driving licence valid for the duration of the journey, EBTR shall be released from its obligation to continue to fulfil the contract by invoicing the cancellation rates indicated under point 4.1.c of these terms and conditions. If it turns out after the start of the journey that the customer does not dispose of a driving licence valid for the duration of the journey or does not have the necessary ability to drive to have full control over the vehicle in order to drive safely on the tour itinerary, the legal consequences of point 4.3. shall apply. 11. LOCAL PROVISIONS The customer shall participate in the road traffic of the respective tour destination on his own responsibility and undertakes to observe the provisions of the local traffic regulations. Penalties, administrative fines or similar sanctions as well as damages to legally protected interests of third parties which are due to the non-compliance with local traffic regulations shall be for the account of the customer. 12. HEALTH, ALCOHOL AND MEDICINE Please note that a good general state of health corresponding to the respective tour description is a prerequisite for participating in the tour. Tour members who do not fulfil these prerequisites can be excluded from participating in the entire tour or in individual legs of the tour without substantiating a claim vis-à-vis EBTR. It is in any case recommended to consult a doctor before the tour starts. In case of doubts regarding the state of health of the tour member, EBTR shall upon its request be presented a medical certificate. The customer shall not be allowed to consume alcoholic beverages and, respectively, take medicine or other substances which influence the fitness to drive during the day as long as he still has to drive the vehicle. This shall also apply to customers who participate in the journey as passengers. It shall only be permitted to drink alcoholic beverages after the end of the respective day tour and after the vehicle has been parked for the night. If alcohol is consumed or if medicine and other impairing substances are taken after the end of the respective day tour, the customer shall ensure that the condition impairing the fitness to drive no longer exists on the next morning at the beginning of the day tour. In case of non-compliance, the legal consequences of point 4.3. shall apply. 13. OFF-ROAD DRIVING Off-road driving with vehicles provided by EBTR shall not be permitted outside of the itinerary determined by EBTR in the individual case. It shall neither be permitted to improperly use the rental vehicles. The customer shall fully bear the damages caused by unauthorized off-road driving and an improper use without an excess. 14. LIABILITY The customer shall in any case be liable for all personal and material damages he culpably causes and hold EBTR harmless from all claims of third parties which are asserted directly vis-à-vis EBTR in connection with such damages. Damages culpably caused by the customer shall in particular, but not exclusively, be damages which are due to driving errors, a lack of ability to drive and, respectively, improper driving behaviour (e.g. driving with the front wheels coming off the ground, racing starts with spinning tyres, non-compliance with safety distances, etc. - driving on walkways, etc.) and driving in a condition impairing the fitness to drive. 15. OWN RESPONSIBILITY The guide provided by EBTR only determines a rough itinerary which the customer shall follow on his own responsibility and the customer shall be obliged to adjust his style of driving to the respective prevailing circumstances and his ability to drive. If the customer is unable to follow an itinerary, he shall stop to continue driving and inform the guide without delay. The customer alone shall be responsible to duly stow away the luggage on the vehicle. Any liability of EBTR for this case shall be excluded. It is recommended not to bring along personal valuables and documents storing them in the vehicle (side pockets, etc.) but to keep them in a bag tight to the body. 16. ROOM NUMBERS For some journeys, a limited amount of single rooms is available. They are allocated according to the order of incoming bookings expressly requesting single rooms. If a booking of an individual person includes the request to share a double room with another traveller, EBTR shall make an effort to find a room-mate for that person. If it does not succeed, the price of a single room will be invoiced. 17. INSURANCES 17.1. Travel insurance EBTR recommends taking out a travel insurance to cover withdrawal costs, travel luggage, accident, illness and public liability. 17.2. Vehicle insurance for EBTR motorcycles Upon request of the customer, EBTR shall draft an offer for taking out an extended travel insurance to reduce the excess of the vehicle insurance.

17.3. Insolvency insurance EBTR has secured all participants in case of an insolvency of EBTR by means of a bank guarantee with the liability number 1.302.512, deposited at the bank Tiroler Sparkasse, Sparkassenplatz 1, 6010 Innsbruck, Austria. It is the travel price already paid which is secured, limited by the total guarantee sum. If this sum does not suffice to fulfil all claims, the participants’ claims shall be complied with by aliquots. Any and all claims of participants have to be reported to the following institution within 8 weeks upon occurrence of an insolvency, otherwise the claim will be lost: Europäische Reiseversicherung AG, Kratochwjlestraße 4, 1220 Vienna, Austria, tel.: +43 (1) 317.2500, fax: +43 (1) 319.9367 18. DATA PROTECTION AND COPYRIGHT The photographs, diapositives and videos produced by representatives of EBTR during the tours are the property of EBTR under copyright law. EBTR shall be entitled to use this material for advertising purposes, even if the participant is recognizable on it, without incurring any costs for EBTR owed to the participant. EBTR shall be entitled to disclose names, addresses and contact data of the participant to other tour members and to partners of EBTR who can use these names and addresses for advertising purposes, unless the participant expressly refuses this disclosure in writing. 19. WEATHER CONDITIONS AND ITINERARY Due to seasonal circumstances and current weather conditions, EBTR reserves the right to change the tour itinerary and thus the accommodation and other services, if necessary. In doing so, EBTR shall make an effort not to change the nature of the tour and to provide equivalent services. EBTR shall make an effort to fix the tour dates on dates on which the weather conditions for a vehicle journey in the respective tour region are favourable. EBTR shall not bear any responsibility for bad weather conditions which might occur; insofar the participant is not entitled to claim the reimbursement of the tour and rental price. Different participants take part in EBTR journeys. Naturally, the ability to drive of the individual participants differs and the customer undertakes to show consideration for the other participants. If the ability to drive of a participant is not sufficient, EBTR shall be released from its obligation to fulfil the contract according to point 4.3. 20. SPECIAL PROVISIONS FOR EDELWEISS WORLD TOURS, EDELWEISS DISCOVERY TOURS AND EDELWEISS STAGE TOURS If the customer books an Edelweiss World Tour, an Edelweiss Discovery Tour or an Edelweiss Stage Tour, the following special provisions shall apply: a) Booking and payment: By signing up for the tour, the customer offers to EBTR to bindingly conclude a travel contract. The contract shall enter into force upon the written travel confirmation of EBTR. Upon booking, a down payment amounting to 10 % of the travel price shall be made. The remaining payment shall be made without any additional request as follows: - 9 months before the start of the tour 36 % of the travel price - 6 months before the start of the tour 36 % of the travel price - 3 months before the start of the tour 18% of the travel price In case of procured trips, the payment conditions of the respective operator or, respectively, service provider shall apply. EBTR reserves the right to withdraw from providing the service in case of default of payment of the customer. b) Change of traveller: In case of an assignment pursuant to point 2.1. of the general terms and conditions of travel or a transfer pursuant to point 2.2. of the general terms and conditions of travel, the additional costs incurred shall in any case amount to at least USD 500.00. The reasonable time limit for a transfer pursuant to point 2.2. of the general terms and conditions of travel shall at least be three months before the departure date. c) Withdrawal from the contract by the customer before the start of the journey with cancellation charge: In derogation of point 4.1.c of the general terms and conditions of travel, the following cancellation charges shall apply to vehicle journeys: - until 12 months before the start of the journey USD 1,800.00 - less than 12 months until 9 months before the start of the journey 10 % of the travel price - less than 9 months until 6 months before the start of the journey 60% of the travel price - less than 6 months before the start of the journey 100% of the travel price.

participate in the tour and which are issued on the name of the participant. This also refers to the vehicle of the participant. These documents are, however, not exclusively: a passport, at least valid until 6 months after the end of the tour; a driving licence of the home country, an international driving licence, at least valid until the end of the tour; a proof of ownership, an automobile registration and an insurance for the vehicle of the participant; a Carnet de Passage (where necessary); a proof of vaccination (where necessary); a visa (where necessary). f) Particular risk related to the Edelweiss World Tour, the Edelweiss Discovery Tour or the Edelweiss Stage Tour: The booking of the participant is based on the condition that the participant is fully aware of the fact that extra dangers and risks in addition to the usual dangers and risks of a motorcycle journey may be involved when participating in the Edelweiss World Tour, the Edelweiss Discovery Tour or the Edelweiss Stage Tour. These dangers and risks are, however, not exclusively: physical strain for which the participant is not prepared; extreme weather conditions suddenly occurring; isolation from normal basic medical care; problems with transport or evacuation after accidents. The participant is fully aware of the fact: f.1) that the joy and enthusiasm of participating in the Edelweiss World Tour, the Edelweiss Discovery Tour or the Edelweiss Stage Tour is partly due to the incalculable risk of riding a motorcycle across less developed countries and engaging in activities which represent a significantly higher safety risk than those at home. The enthusiasm for these incalculable risks is a decisive reason why the participant books the tour. f.2) that participating in the Edelweiss World Tour, the Edelweiss Discovery Tour or the Edelweiss Stage Tour basically requires a high level of flexibility and the ability of the participant to accept alternatives such as, but not exclusively: the fact that the destination of the day cannot be reached; itinerary and hotel changes; illness of the guide or of a participant; mechanical defects; changes of flights; strikes; difficulties in crossing the border and other unforeseeable incidents. f.3) the luggage and property is brought along to the journey by the participant on his own responsibility. f.4) the countries we cross are at least most of the time less developed and that the local safety awareness differs considerably from our safety awareness at home. The participant accepts all consequences impacting his health which arise out of such different behaviour patterns, lifestyles, traffic behaviour and cultures. By participating in the Edelweiss World Tour, the Edelweiss Discovery Tour or the Edelweiss Stage Tour, the participant expressly declares to accept the authority and the decisions of the tour guides, the team accompanying the tour and the EBTR employees during the journey. If one of these persons decides that due to the state of health or, respectively, the behaviour of the participant the continuation of the tour is at risk, the participant may be excluded from continuing to participate in the tour. 21. APPLICABLE LAW The contractual relationship of the customer with EBTR shall be governed by Austrian law. 22. PLACE OF PERFORMANCE AND PLACE OF JURISDICTION The place of performance shall be the registered office of EBTR. Unless mandatorily required by law, the exclusive place of jurisdiction for all disputes arising out of the contractual relationship between the customer and EBTR shall be Innsbruck, Austria. 23. MISCELLANEOUS Oral agreements with an agency of EBTR, with EBTR or with a tour guide of EBTR shall only be effective if they have been confirmed by EBTR in writing. Tour guides shall not be entitled to give undertakings which diverge from the travel contract concluded with EBTR. Typographical and calculation errors may be corrected by EBTR at any time. If individual provisions of these travel terms and conditions are legally invalid, this does not make the remaining provisions invalid. Version: 01 April 2017 EBT (ROW)

It is recommended taking out a travel cancellation insurance. d) Point 8 of the general terms and conditions of travel concerning the vehicle rental shall not apply. If a vehicle of EBTR is used, it will be sold pursuant to the general terms and conditions of rental. The following points will additionally be included in the general terms and conditions of the Edelweiss World Tour, the Edelweiss Discovery Tour or the Edelweiss Stage Tour. e) Documents The participant undertakes to possess throughout his entire participation current and valid documents which are required in order to

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TOUR GRADING

REUNION RIDE EDELWEISS GOES INDIA

THE ANNUAL REUNION RIDE

Motoziel Edelweiss Pvt. Ltd. is a joint venture between Motoziel Pvt Ltd (India), India’s leading motorcycle touring company and Edelweiss Bike Travel Reise GesmbH (Austria), the world’s most renowned motorcycle travel company.

Name it biker meeting, Feschtl, Rendez-vous, Reunion Ride or get together – it‘s all that and much more! Celebrate with us and your Edelweiss friends once a year.

One of the goals of the joint venture is to provide the global motorcycle enthusiast with an extensive and unsurpassed offer of exciting motorcycle tours on the Indian subcontinent.

At the end of an Edelweiss tour you will be richer in unique experiences, inimitable moments and a bunch of good friends. An Edelweiss tour really brings former strangers together – no matter where you are from, what bike you are riding, or what you do for a living – it unites us all! It is our biggest reward when we hear about stories where an Edelweiss tour creates a bond of friendship for life!

FOR MORE INFORMATION PLEASE LOOK AT: WWW.MOTOZIELEDELWEISSBIKE.COM

ROUTING The entire route is on tarmac roads in good condition, to some extend curvy but mostly easy to handle. A minimum of 5.000 miles of motorcycle riding experience is required. The majority of the route is on well-developed tarmac roads with some curvy parts. A minimum of 7.500 miles of motorcycle riding experience is required. The route is very twisty, occasionally on narrow tarmac roads. A minimum of 10.000 miles of motorcycle riding experience is required. The majority of the rout is on very demanding, very narrow curvy roads, and sometimes on single lanes. A minimum of 15.000 miles of motorcycle riding experience is required. The entire route is permanently on very demanding, extremely curvy, very narrow, partly on single lanes. A minimum of 20.000 miles of motorcycle riding experience is required. AVERAGE DRIVING TIME PER DAY Some of our participants enjoy riding as many miles as possible, whereas others preferred to arrive early at the hotel to enjoy the amenities before dinner. The stated driving times include breaks and photo stops, but not the time spend for lunch (between noon and 2pm, usually 1 hour). A riding day usually starts around 9 am, if necessary a little earlier.

Meet with your friends once a year for a weekend ride or a whole reunion tour. The location changes annually, so everyone gets a fair chance to participate. Do you want to be part of the REUNION in 2018? SAVE THE DATE.

6,0 – 7,5 h

7,0 – 8,5 h

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AVERAGE SIGHTSEEING PER DAY The time we spend for sightseeing per day varies greatly from tour to tour, from : sightseeing every couple of days

REUNION RIDE IN THE US THE WEEKEND Where: Canaan Valley, West Virginia When: October 05 to October 07, 2018 THE TOUR Where: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania When: October 02 to October 10, 2018

sightseeing on every day, sometimes even several times a day

OFF-ROAD (1): These tours partially run on unpaved roads. The length and the level of difficulty of the particular sections may vary. The off-road sections mostly run on unpaved, hardpacked gravel roads. The distance of these sections is usually kept to a limit, sometimes the off-road sections may even be detoured on tarmac roads. You must be experienced in riding on natural surfaces.

REUINION WEEKEND IN GERMANY Where: Tittisee, Black Forest When: September 21 to September 23, 2018 Tour booking or ticket reservation online, www.edelweissbike.com or contact your Edelweiss booking agent.

IT IS ALL ABOUT CATCHING UP WITH GOOD FRIENDS, RIDING, LAUGHING, AND MAKING PLANS FOR NEW ADVENTURES. Franziska Falkner // Marketing and Sales

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One of the most important prerequisites for a fun and enjoyable motorcycle vacation is the choice of the right tour and the matching route difficulty. While some of our tours are suitable for less experienced riders, others are for experienced riders with a lot of driving experience only. To help you make the choice, we have graded our tours according to the following characteristics; and you will find some icons, which describe the most important tour features.

OFF-ROAD (2): The offroad sections mostly run on unpaved, hard-packed gravel roads. Yet some of these sections may be longer, also containing more sand and gravel. Wet conditions may lead to more slippery parts than usual. The length of the individual sections varies from a few kilometres to a whole day’s length. You must be an experienced off-road rider for these tours. HIGH ALTITUDE: On these tours we ride at a great altitude for a longer period. Riding a motorcycle in high altitudes is much more exhausting, there may even be a risk of getting altitude-sick. We highly recommend a health-fitness check before booking.

IMPRINT: OWNER, PUBLISHER AND EDITOR Edelweiss Bike Travel Reisegesellschaft m.b.H., Sportplatzweg 14, 6414 Mieming, Austria, www.edelweissbike.com, worldtours@edelweissbike.com, +43.5264.5690, Commercial registry number: FN48465y; VAT number: ATU31140404; Executive board: Rainer Buck, CEO; EDITORIAL DEPARTMENT Stephan Weckschmied; CONCEPTION & ART DIRECTION/GRAPHIC DESIGN Werbeagentur comdesign.net; PHOTOGRAPHS & GRAPHICS Edelweiss Bike Travel archive, staff members, partners, customers, tourism offices, iStock Photos, www.flaticon.com etc.; PRINT OFFICE Druckerei Berger, A-3580 Horn; We like to inform you that due to a better legibility we sometimes use the male form of speech, but we address all genders equally. All rights reserved. No part of this brochure may be reprinted or reproduced, copied, duplicated or utilized in any form or by any means, without prior permission in writing from the publishers. The information in the brochure 2018 is based on the status of printing date August 2017. While this brochure was composed with the utmost care regarding its correctness of the content, Edelweiss Bike Travel and the people involved in the production cannot be held liable for any incorrect information acquired from this brochure. Edelweiss Bike Travel accepts no liability arising from typing or printing errors, mistakes and changes. © Copyright Edelweiss Bike Travel; Court of jurisdiction: Landesgericht Innsbruck, Austria

REMOTE AREAS: Medical services, mechanical or evacuation assistance may not be quickly available. Phone service may be intermittent or non-existent. HYGIENE/HEALTH CARE SYSTEM: Health care systems and sanitary facilities might be substantially lower in standards than in more developed countries. SUPPORT-VAN: A support-van is available. It does not follow the same route as the motorcycle group. BACK-UP-VAN: A support vehicle is available, which follows the motorcycle group last in line due to safety reasons. Your luggage will arrive at the hotels at the same time as the last tour members. On some of the tours this back-up van has an open loading space (waterproof bags / suitcases are necessary). EXPEDITION-VAN: An expedition support vehicle is available for safety reasons. It functions as service / maintenance and first aid vehicle. NO SUPPORT-VAN: On these tours there is no van available. The participants need to pack their belongings on the bike. TOUR GUIDE IN VAN: The group rides on its own while the tour guide drives the support van and transports the luggage at the rear. The tour guide will be at each stop to fulfil his/her travel accompaniment duties. No tour guide on the motorcycle accompanies the group. LUGGAGE TRANSPORT: Edelweiss will transport the luggage of the participants from one hotel to the next.

EDELWEISS TIPS FOR YOUR PERFECT DREAM VACATION Before coming on an Edelweiss tour, we highly recommend that you take adequate precautions concerning insurance, for your health and your bike. We and our partners offer you different types of health insurances with worldwide coverage. While we don’t hope that you will need it, it is essential that you take these precaution measurements in advance: TRAVEL AND HEALTH INSURANCE It can limit your financial risk in case of illness or injuries while on tour. TRAVEL CANCELLATION INSURANCE It can limit your financial risk in case you cannot take part in your booked tour, due to various unforeseen reasons. Besides, consider your MOTORCYCLE INSURANCE coverage. All our bikes come with Third Party Liability insurance and BASIC comprehensive coverage (with deductible) in case of damage or theft. Optionally you can book edelweiss COVER PLUS or COVER ALL to reduce or even eliminate your deductibles: ARRIVAL AT YOUR TOUR START DESTINATION Many years of experience have taught us that you can enjoy the trip much more when arriving at least one day prior tour start. Everything is much easier, without stress, without jet lag, without rushing due to flight delays. You should really think this through. We would like to book you an additional night at the tour start hotel. On some of our tours we even offer a one-day supplementary program (see page 22). CARRY-ON BAGGAGE What is more annoying than to arrive at the tour start hotel and your motorbike luggage is still somewhere in the plane. In order to minimize the associated problems, we recommend you taking your helmet, gloves, your motorcycle jacket and fresh clothes for one day in your hand bag. READY TO COMPLETE YOUR BOOKING? YOU CAN EITHER ... ... book online: www.edelweissbike.com. ... contact us at worldtours@edelweissbike.com. ... get in touch with your local Edelweiss Travel Agent (contact details on our website). ... or give us a call at our Headquarter in Austria: +43-5264-5690 or from the US/CAN: +011-43-5264-5690.

EDELWEISS BIKE TRAVEL // Sportpla tzweg 14, 6414 Mieming, Austria Tel.: +43 5264 5690 // Fax: +43 5264 5690 3 www.facebook.com/edelweissbike // E-Mail: worldtours@edelweissbike.com www.edelweissbike.com