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[tour_brief_description] => Discover breathtaking coastal roads, ancient forests and ruins. This 11 day bicycle tour in Sardinia gives you a chance to discover this Mediterranean jewel that is often overlooked by American tourists.
[tour_main_description] => The Italian island of Sardinia is renowned for its rich history, colorful handcrafts, and endless miles of undisturbed beaches. Our tour gives you a chance to discover this Mediterranean jewel that is often overlooked by American tourists. Spend 11 days exploring breathtaking coastal roads, pedaling ancient forests, and hiking to ruins that predate Roman civilization by more than 1,000 years - all while enjoying traditional Italian meals and wine. Other highlights are a visit to an excavated Roman town, a fabulous shepherds' barbecue, and swimming in pristine waters.
[tour_highlights] => Quiet country roads, Spectacular mountain vistas, Great food, great coastal bicycle rides, Traditions dating back to pre-Roman times, Cabras Archaeological Museum, guide hike, mask museum
[includes] => 11 days, 10 nights, meals as noted in itinerary; Cabras Museum; hike day
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[tour_arrival_info] => Meeting time 2 p.m. - on Day 1 at the Hotel specified on the itinerary.
Note: As you are planning, remember that the hotels listed in our itineraries are our primary hotels and are - in rare cases - subject to change. Before you make arrangements, check with us if your tour departure is guaranteed. If your tour departure is out further than 6 months, please also check with us as there might be slight changes to the itinerary.
The below information will help you plan your arrival. For more tips or other routes, you might like Rome2Rio. The fare and timing information listed below is approximate.
We recommend flying into the Alghero-Fertilia airport (AHO).
Flying into Alghero and continuing to the Day 1 Hotel
- Taxi - From the Alghero airport to the Day 1 hotel (15 min, Euro 30).
Taxis will be waiting outside of the arrivals terminal. If taxis are not waiting, call Consorzio Taxi Alghero taxi company (+39 079 97 39 795).
[tour_departure_info] =>The tour ends on the final day after breakfast.
The below information will help you plan your departure. For more tips or other routes, you might like Rome2Rio.
We recommend flying out of Cagliari (CAG)
- Taxi from the Ending Hotel to the Cagliari Airport (15 min/Euro 15-20).
- Train from Cagliari to Cagliari-Elmas; runs every 20 minutes, no pre-purchase necessary. (10 min/EUR 1.30)
***Extend this bicycle tour 4 more days. Click to view our Bike Across Italy: Venice to Pisa tour.*** [tour_highlights] => Venice, Lunch at ExperiencePlus! Headquarters, Guided visit of UNESCO WHS Florence and Ferrara; Ravenna, Ceramics of Faenza, Comacchio, Lunch at an agriturismo and Olive oil tasting [includes] => 8 days, 7 nights accommodation; meals as noted in itinerary; guided walk of Florence and Ferrara; and the usual (see below). [begin_end] => Venice-Lido/Florence [arrive_depart] => Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE) / Florence Airport (FLR) [total_distance] => 365 km (225 miles) [tour_average_daily_distance] => 60 km (37 miles) [rating_copy] => Our most popular tour for cyclists of all levels. [include_usual] => true [smugmug_key] => vZ7cdc [tour_page_title] => 8-Day Bike Tour from Venice to Florence | Guided Italy Cycling Tours [tour_main_header] => Bicycling Venice to Florence [tour_banner_photo_url] => assets/images/banner/tours/Chioggia-banner-462.jpg [tour_meta_description] => Explore the artistic canals of Venice, the bike-friendly streets of Ferrara and the Renaissance architecture of Florence during an 8-day guided bike tour in Italy [tour_thumb_url] => assets/images/square/tours/ve-flo-thumb-462.jpg [ep_tour_what_to_expect] => true [tour_alt_text_banner] => Cycling from Venice - Guided Bike Tours In Italy [tour_style] => Classic [smugmug_link] => https://experienceplus.smugmug.com/Our-Tours-by-Country/Italy/VEPI [tour_arrival_info] =>
Meeting time 2 p.m. - on Day 1, meet your fellow cyclists and Tour Leaders at the Day 1 Hotel specified on the itinerary.
Note: As you are planning, remember that the hotels listed in our itineraries are our primary hotels and are - in rare cases - subject to change. Before you make arrangements, check with us if your tour departure is guaranteed. If your tour departure is out further than 6 months, please also check with us as there might be slight changes to the itinerary.
The below information will help you plan your arrival. For more tips or other routes, you might like Rome2Rio. The fare and timing information listed below is approximate.
We recommend flying into the Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE)
- Vaporetto (water shuttle) to the Hotel on the Lido (Lido S.M.E.) (1 hour/EUR 15 with ALILAGUNA. Cash or a chip and pin credit card needed to purchase the vaporetto ticket at the kiosk. You may hire a private water taxi instead (30 min/EUR 100-150, agree on a price before boarding or book online www.venicelink.com or www.watertaxisvenice.com)
- Taxi from the Lido dock to the hotel (less than 5 min, EUR 8-10)
If you arrive at Venezia Santa Lucia train station:
- *Water Bus Line 5.1 (40 min/EUR 9.50). This is a smaller boat and takes the Canale della Giudecca
- Or: *Water Bus Line 1 (1 hour/EUR 9.50). This is a bigger boat and takes the scenic route through Canal Grande
*Water Bus tickets are valid for 75 minutes after validation.
[tour_remarks] => We recommend you make your museum reservations in advance. Find more information on how to go about here. [tour_departure_info] =>Your trip ends on the final day after a guided walk of Florence (9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.), which ends by the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, 5 minutes from the Uffizi and all sights. We will not visit the inside of any buildings or museums on this walk.
The below information will help you plan your departure. For more tips or other routes, you might like Rome2Rio.
We recommend flying out of Florence (FLR)
- Taxi from the ending hotel to the airport (25 min, EUR 25-30)
If this sounds great but you don't have time for the full 12 days, check out our Bicycling Venice to Florence tour, which features the first 8 days of this itinerary. [tour_highlights] => Venice and Ravenna; Guided visit of UNESCO WHS Ferrara. Visit to our European headquarters and ceramics shop guided visit in Faenza; Florence; Leonardo da Vinci museum; Lucca and its medieval walls; Pisa and Tuscany's countryside; [includes] => 12 days, 11 nights accommodation; meals as noted in itinerary; guided walk of Florence and Ferrara; and the usual (see below). [begin_end] => Venice / Lucca [arrive_depart] => Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE) /Pisa Galileo Galilei Airport (PSA) [total_distance] => 532 km (328 miles) [tour_average_daily_distance] => 58 km (36 miles) [rating_copy] => Our most popular tour for cyclists of all levels. [include_usual] => true [smugmug_key] => vZ7cdc [tour_page_title] => 12-Day Bike Tour from Venice to Pisa | Guided Italy Cycling Tours [tour_main_header] => Bike Across Italy - Venice to Pisa [tour_banner_photo_url] => assets/images/banner/tours/Bike-Across-Italy-481Banner.jpg [tour_meta_description] => Explore the romantic canals of Venice, the art museums of Florence and the culinary regions of Emilia-Romagna and Tuscany during a 12-day bike tour in Italy [ep_tour_what_to_expect] => true [tour_style] => Classic [tour_thumb_url] => assets/images/square/tours/bike-across-italy-thumb481.jpg [tour_alt_text_banner] => Bike Across Italy - Guided Bike Tours in Tuscany [smugmug_link] => https://experienceplus.smugmug.com/Our-Tours-by-Country/Italy/VEPI [tour_arrival_info] =>
Meeting time 2 p.m. - on Day 1, meet your fellow cyclists and Tour Leaders at the Day 1 Hotel specified on the itinerary.
Note: As you are planning, remember that the hotels listed in our itineraries are our primary hotels and are - in rare cases - subject to change. Before you make arrangements, check with us if your tour departure is guaranteed. If your tour departure is out further than 6 months, please also check with us as there might be slight changes to the itinerary.
The below information will help you plan your arrival. For more tips or other routes, you might like Rome2Rio. The fare and timing information listed below is approximate.
We recommend flying into the Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE)
- Vaporetto (water shuttle) to the Hotel on the Lido (Lido S.M.E.) (1 hour/EUR 15 with ALILAGUNA. Cash or a chip and pin credit card needed to purchase the vaporetto ticket at the kiosk. You may hire a private water taxi instead (30 min/EUR 100-150, agree on a price before boarding or book online www.venicelink.com or www.watertaxisvenice.com)
- Taxi from the Lido dock to the hotel (less than 5 min, EUR 8-10)
If you arrive at Venezia Santa Lucia train station:
- *Water Bus Line 5.1 (40 min/EUR 9.50). This is a smaller boat and takes the Canale della Giudecca
- Or: *Water Bus Line 1 (1 hour/EUR 9.50). This is a bigger boat and takes the scenic route through Canal Grande
*Water Bus tickets are valid for 75 minutes after validation.
[tour_departure_info] =>Your trip ends on the final day after breakfast.
The below information will help you plan your departure. For more tips or other routes, you might like Rome2Rio.
We recommend flying out of Galileo Galilei Airport in Pisa (PSA)
- Taxi from hotel to the airport (45 min, EUR 90-100)
If you opt for public transportation:
- Taxi from hotel to Lucca train station (5 min, EUR 10)
- Train from Lucca to Pisa Airport (46 min, EUR 8.90). You can easily purchase the ticket online or at the station, no reservations necessary. Select "Lucca" as your departure station, and "Pisa Aeroporto" as your arrival station. There is a change at Pisa Central Station; from there the People Mover takes 8 minutes to the Pisa Airport.
Approximate travel times from Lucca to other cities in Italy:
- 1 hour and 20 minutes to Florence
- 2 hours and 30 minutes to Bologna
- 4 hours and 30 minutes to Milan
- 4 hours and 30 minutes to Venice
"A pilgrimage to Santiago de Compostela is the finest journey in Spain," wrote James Michener in his book Iberia. Join our bicycle tour across northern Spain and you too will discover the magic of the Camino de Santiago. Though we use paved roads instead of the traditional dirt path our tour follows the original guide for the Camino written by a monk in the 12th century. Along the way you'll explore Gothic cathedrals, visit medieval monasteries, pedal through one of Spain's premier wine growing regions - the Rioja - and encounter adventurous travelers from around the world. More than just a bicycle tour, this is an adventure of a lifetime.
If this sounds great but you don't have time for the full 15 days, check out our shorter Cycling the Camino de Santiago - León to Santiago tour.
[tour_highlights] => Follows the route of the Codex Calixtinus , 1000 years of history in along the Camino de Santiago, Coordination to obtain your Pilgrim's Passport, Guided tour of León, Option to hike one day, Burgos [includes] => 15 days, 14 nights accommodation; meals as noted in itinerary; winery visit and tasting; guided walk in León; group shuttle from Pamplona to Roncesvalles [begin_end] => Pamplona/Santiago de Compostela [arrive_depart] => Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Pamplona Airport (PNA) / Santiago de Compostela Airport (SCQ) to Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) [total_distance] => 875 km (544 miles) [tour_average_daily_distance] => 73 km (45 miles) [rating_copy] => [include_usual] => true [smugmug_key] => 56DZSs [tour_page_title] => 15-Day Bike Tour along the Camino de Santiago | Guided Spain Cycling Tours [tour_main_header] => Cycling the Camino de Santiago - Roncesvalles to Santiago [tour_banner_photo_url] => assets/images/banner/tours/spain-camino-2590x880.jpg [tour_meta_description] => Cycle from Roncesvalles to Santiago along the legendary Camino de Santiago while visiting Gothic cathedrals and medieval monasteries during a 15-day bike tour in Spain [ep_tour_what_to_expect] => true [tour_style] => Classic [tour_thumb_url] => assets/images/square/tours/spain-camino-thumb-400x400.jpg [tour_alt_text_banner] => Views on a bike tour of the Camino de Santiago - the Meseta in Spain [tour_remarks] => Though we try and arrange dinners together as early as possible in Spain this means 8:00 to 8:30 p.m. There are times when we will divert from the traditional Camino route because it is gravel, or because we've chosen a more scenic way with less traffic. [smugmug_link] => https://experienceplus.smugmug.com/Our-Tours-by-Country/Spain/Camino [tour_arrival_info] =>On Day 1, meet the complimentary ExperiencePlus! Shuttle at the Meeting Hotel in Pamplona (your spot is already reserved on this shuttle):
- Meeting Time: 2:00 p.m.
- Meeting Hotel: Hotel Albret
As you are planning, remember that the hotels listed in our itineraries are our primary hotels and are - in rare cases - subject to change. Before you make arrangements, check with us if your tour departure is guaranteed. If your tour departure is out further than 6 months, please also check with us as there might be slight changes to the itinerary.
The below information will help you plan your arrival. For more tips or other routes, you might like Rome2Rio. The fare and timing information listed below is approximate.
The closest airport to the tour start is Pamplona (PNA). Most flights to Pamplona connect through Madrid (MAD)
- You can also take a train or bus from Madrid to Pamplona (3-4 hours)
- You can also take a train from Barcelona - 3.5 to 4 hours by train
Getting to the Meeting Hotel in Pamplona:
- Taxi from airport or train station (20 min/EUR 15-20)
Look up Spanish train schedules at Renfe.com or Trainline.eu. Questions? See our information on taking trains in Europe here or ask us.
For more travel planning tips, including our packing lists, visit our Travel Planning Pages.
[tour_departure_info] =>The tour ends on the final day after a tour of Santiago this morning. You may also want to stick around for the Pilgrim's Mass at noon. If you would like to participate in these activities, schedule flights after 3:30 p.m.
The below information will help you plan your departure. For more tips or other routes, you might like Rome2Rio.
We recommend flying out of the Santiago de Compostela Airport (SCQ).
- Barcelona is at least a 9-hour trip by train or bus.
- Madrid is about 3-4 hours by train.
- Iberia airlines provides one-way flights to numerous destinations from Santiago.
Flying out of SQL
- Taxi from the Ending Hotel to the airport (20 min/EUR 21)
Look up Spanish train schedules at Renfe.com or Trainline.eu. Questions? See our information on taking trains in Europe here or ask us.
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If this sounds like a great ride but you'd prefer an 8-day tour check out Cycling CorsicaOR
Italy's Sardinia island is a short ferry ride away so do both tours and save $400.
[tour_highlights] => Mountain scenery, Extraordinary coastal scenery, French and Mediterranean food, Picturesque villages, Beautiful Pisan and Genoese churches, Fabulous beaches, Impressive watchtowers along the coast, Wine Tasting. [includes] => 11 days, 10 nights accommodation; meals as noted in itinerary; wine tasting; guided tour of Bonifacio [begin_end] => Bastia/Bonifacio [arrive_depart] => Bastia / Figari Sud-Corse [total_distance] => 436-524 km (269-323 miles) [tour_average_daily_distance] => 58 km (36 miles) [rating_copy] => [include_usual] => true [smugmug_key] => cGzJf8 [tour_page_title] => Cycling Corsica Plus! Beaches and Bonifacio [tour_main_header] => Cycling Corsica Plus! Beaches and Bonifacio [tour_banner_photo_url] => assets/images/banner/tours/corsica_best 2590x880.jpg [tour_meta_description] => Enclosed in palm trees and a sea of cobalt blue, the birthplace of Napoleon is a cyclist's dream. [ep_tour_what_to_expect] => true [tour_style] => Classic [tour_thumb_url] => assets/images/square/tours/CorsicaPlus_400x400.jpg [tour_alt_text_banner] => Guided Bike Tours in Corsica - Cycling the coast [smugmug_link] => https://experienceplus.smugmug.com/Our-Tours-by-Country/France/Corsica [tour_arrival_info] =>Meeting time 2 p.m. - on Day 1, meet your fellow cyclists and Tour Leaders at the Day 1 Hotel specified on the itinerary.
Note:As you are planning, remember that the hotels listed in our itineraries are our primary hotels and are - in rare cases - subject to change. Before you make arrangements, check with us if your tour departure is guaranteed. If your tour departure is out further than 6 months, please also check with us as there might be slight changes to the itinerary.
The below information will help you plan your arrival. For more tips or other routes, you might like Rome2Rio. The fare and timing information listed below is approximate.
We recommend flying into the Bastia Poretta Airport (BIA).
Although there are no direct international flights to the island of Corsica, London, Paris, Marseille and Nice all serve this airport regularly.
Getting to the Day 1 Hotel
- Taxi from the airport to the Day 1 hotel (30 min/EUR 45-60)
Or public transportation
- Shuttle Bus from the airport to central station (45 min/EUR 10)
- Walk from central station to taxi stand or Tourist Information where you will find a taxi stand or the Tourist Information will arrange one for you (2 mins)
- Taxi from central station to hotel (10 min/EUR 10-12)
If you are planning to arrive by Ferry from France or Italy, you will find information on arriving from Marseille, Nice and Toulon in English at Corsica-ferries.co.uk (travel time 3.5 to 10 hours). For Ferries from Italy (Genoa, Livorno and Piombino), you can find information at Mobylines.com (travel time 4-10 hours).
[tour_departure_info] =>Your trip ends on the final day after breakfast.
We recommend departing from the Figari Sud-Corse Airport (FSC). The Bastia airport is a 2.5-3 hour drive away.
- Taxi from the ending hotel to the Figari airport (20 min/EUR 40)
Western France's Dordogne River flows nearly 500 kilometers from the volcanic Massif Central region through deep gorges, steep cliffs, fertile farmland and famed vineyards to its mouth in the Bay of Biscay near Bordeaux. Our route traces the river's descent from Cahors to St. Émilion by way of some of the nicest cycling routes and most hospitable hosts in Europe. Add visits to the Lascaux 4 cave, two nights in St. Émilion, wine tastings and great food, and you have one of our all-time favorite bicycle tours.
***If this sounds great but you don't have time for the full 11 days, check out our Cycling the Dordogne, which features the first 6 nights of this itinerary.***
Meeting time 2 p.m. - on Day 1, meet your fellow cyclists and Tour Leaders at the Day 1 Hotel specified on the itinerary.
Note: As you are planning, remember that the hotels listed in our itineraries are our primary hotels and are - in rare cases - subject to change. Before you make arrangements, check with us if your tour departure is guaranteed. If your tour departure is out further than 6 months, please also check with us as there might be slight changes to the itinerary.The below information will help you plan your arrival. For more tips or other routes, you might like Rome2Rio. The fare and timing information listed below is approximate.
- We recommend flying into the Toulouse Airport (TLS).
- You can also fly into Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport (CDG). It is a 5.5 to 6-hour train ride from Gare d’Austerlitz in Paris to Cahors.
From TLS to the Day 1 Hotel
- Tisseo shuttle bus from Toulouse Blagnac Airport to Toulouse Matabiau - Runs every 20 minutes (30 min/EUR 8)
- Train from Toulouse Matabiau to Cahors (1-1.5 hours/Fares vary)
- Walk 200 meters to hotel.
Look up French train schedules and book tickets, if necessary, at SNCF.com or Trainline.eu. Questions? See our information on taking trains in Europe here or ask us.
[tour_departure_info] =>The below information will help you plan your departure. For more tips or other routes, you might like Rome2Rio.
Your tour ends on the final day after breakfast.
The airport closest to the tour end is Bordeaux (BOD).
- You can also fly out of Paris (CDG), which is a 4-5-hour train ride away.
- Taxi from the Ending Hotel to the Libourne Train Station (10 min/EUR 20-30)
- Train from Libourne to Bordeaux Saint Jean Train Station. No need to book in advance. (30 min/fares vary)
- Shuttle bus from Bordeaux Saint Jean to Bordeaux Airport. Departs every 30 minutes. (30 min/EUR 8) or taxi (30 min/costs EUR 30-40)
We work hard to maintain consistency across all of our tours, but some trips have unique differences. Here are some things to keep in mind about this tour.
- For this trip, we recommend packing shoes that can get wet/dirty since you’ll be visiting caves and canoeing.
The Camino de Santiago across northern Spain is one of the world's oldest pilgrimage routes. Gothic cathedrals, medieval monasteries, and miles of unspoiled rural scenery are just some of the attractions that draw visitors from around the world annually to make this historic trek.
We designed our ride from León to Santiago for those of you who don't have the time to commit to our longer Roncesvalles to Santiago 15-day ride along the Camino; it is also a slightly easier tour with a 301 level rating.
As you are planning, remember that the hotels listed in our itineraries are our primary hotels and are - in rare cases - subject to change. Before you make arrangements, check with us if your tour departure is guaranteed. If your tour departure is out further than 6 months, please also check with us as there might be slight changes to the itinerary.
Meeting time 2 p.m. on Day 1, meet your fellow cyclists and Tour Leaders at the Day 1 Hotel specified on your itinerary.
The below information will help you plan your arrival. For more tips or other routes, you might like Rome2Rio. The fare and timing information listed below is approximate.
The closest airport is the Leon airport (LEN). The Madrid airport is about a 3.5-4 hr train ride.
From the LEN airport or Leon train station to the Day 1 hotel:
- Taxi (20 min/EUR 15-20)
Look up Spanish train schedules at Renfe.com or Trainline.eu. Questions? See our information on taking trains in Europe here or ask us.
[tour_departure_info] =>The tour ends on the final day after a tour of Santiago this morning. You may also want to stick around for the Pilgrim's Mass at noon. If you would like to participate in these activities, schedule flights after 3:30 p.m.
The below information will help you plan your departure. For more tips or other routes, you might like Rome2Rio.
We recommend flying out of the Santiago de Compostela Airport (SCQ).
- Barcelona is at least a 9-hour trip by train or bus.
- Madrid is about 3-4 hours by train.
- Iberia airlines provides one-way flights to numerous destinations from Santiago.
Flying out of SQL
- Taxi from the Ending Hotel to the airport (20 min/EUR 21)
Look up Spanish train schedules at Renfe.com or Trainline.eu. Questions? See our information on taking trains in Europe here or ask us.
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***Extend this bicycle tour by 3 days. Visit our Bicycling Patagonia's Lakes District Plus! the Island of Chiloé bicycle tour.***
Is cycling in South America for you? Check out our What to expect when Cycling in South America page.
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Note: As you are planning, remember that the hotels listed in our itineraries are our primary hotels and are - in rare cases - subject to change. Before you make arrangements, check with us if your tour departure is guaranteed. If your tour departure is out further than 6 months, please also check with us as there might be slight changes to the itinerary.
The below information will help you plan your arrival. For more tips or other routes, you might like Rome2Rio. The fare and timing information listed below is approximate.
We recommend flying into the Bariloche Airport (BRC).
A Note on Flights: For this trip, we recommend booking international flights into Buenos Aires’ International Airport (EZE) and out of Santiago, Chile (SCL). This means that you’ll also need to purchase domestic tickets from Buenos Aires Domestic Airport (AEP) to Bariloche (BRC). Click here for information on transferring between Buenos Aires’ international and domestic airports .
How to arrive at the Day 1 Hotel from Bariloche Airport:
- Taxi: available just outside the airport exit (30-40 min, 450 to 560 pesos/US$12-15
The below information will help you plan your departure. For more tips or other routes, you might like Rome2Rio. The fare and timing information listed below is approximate.
We recommend flying out of the Puerto Montt Airport (PMC):
- If you are departing the day the tour ends, join our complimentary ExperiencePlus! shuttle. You can book this with Tour Leaders while on tour. The transfer takes about 30 minutes and the shuttle arrives around 10:00 a.m.
- If you are departing on your own, a taxi from the ending hotel to the Puerto Montt Airport costs around 40,000 pesos and takes around 30 minutes.
Puerto Montt Airport (PMC) has connections to Santiago, Chile (SCL), Buenos Aires International Airport (EZE), and Buenos Aires Domestic Airport (AEP) see LATAM
- Connecting in Santiago, Chile: LATAM offers several 1.5 hour direct flights to Santiago.
- Connecting in Buenos Aires: LATAM offers several flights daily to both Buenos Aires Airports - you may have to connect through Santiago). It is a 4.5 to 5.5 hour flight.
- Most international flights from South America leave in the late evening, so it is possible to connect with an international flight the day the tour ends.
If you plan to travel some more and fly out of Bariloche, you can opt for a scenic day-long boat and bus ride. The boat departs Puerto Varas between 8 and 9 a.m. and arrives in Bariloche between 8:30 and 9:30 p.m. on the same day. Email us for arrangements.
- Free hotel shuttle from the hotel to the dock (10 min, complimentary)
- Boat and Bus connects through Puerto Varas to Bariloche (12 hours, USD 230-300/person)
***Extend this bicycle tour 4 more days. Click here to review our Cycling Dordogne Plus! the Vineyards of Bordeaux tour details page.*** [tour_highlights] => beautiful landscapes, Gouffres of Padirac, 3 nights in Sarlat, Rocamadour, medieval castles [includes] => 7 days, 6 nights accommodation, meals as noted in itinerary; canoe excursion [begin_end] => Cahors / Sarlat-la-Canéda [arrive_depart] => Paris: Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) or Orly Airport (ORY) / Bordeaux-Méringnac Airport (BOD) [total_distance] => 264 km (163 miles) [tour_average_daily_distance] => 53 km (33 miles) [rating_copy] => Quiet roads over varied terrain. [include_usual] => true [smugmug_key] => jwhtSd [tour_page_title] => 7-Day Bike Tour in the Dordogne | Guided France Cycling Tours [tour_main_header] => Cycling the Dordogne [tour_banner_photo_url] => assets/images/banner/tours/Dordogne_2590x880.jpg [tour_meta_description] => Soak up the breathtaking views of medieval castles, limestone cliffs and the meandering Dordogne River on a 7-day bike tour in Western France [ep_tour_what_to_expect] => true [tour_style] => Classic [tour_thumb_url] => assets/images/square/tours/Dordogne_400x400.jpg [tour_alt_text_banner] => hilltop Towns on Guided Bike Tour in Dordogne [tour_arrival_info] =>
Meeting time 2 p.m. - on Day 1, meet your fellow cyclists and Tour Leaders at the Day 1 Hotel specified on the itinerary.
Note: As you are planning, remember that the hotels listed in our itineraries are our primary hotels and are - in rare cases - subject to change. Before you make arrangements, check with us if your tour departure is guaranteed. If your tour departure is out further than 6 months, please also check with us as there might be slight changes to the itinerary.The below information will help you plan your arrival. For more tips or other routes, you might like Rome2Rio. The fare and timing information listed below is approximate.
- We recommend flying into the Toulouse Airport (TLS).
- You can also fly into Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport (CDG). It is a 5.5 to 6-hour train ride from Gare d’Austerlitz in Paris to Cahors.
How to get to the Day 1 Hotel:
- Tisseo shuttle bus from Toulouse Blagnac Airport to Toulouse Matabiau - Runs every 20 minutes (30 min/EUR 8)
- Train from Toulouse Matabiau to Cahors (1-1.5 hours/Fares vary)
- Walk 200 meters to hotel.
Look up French train schedules and book tickets, if necessary, at SNCF.com or Trainline.eu. Questions? See our information on taking trains in Europe here or ask us .
[tour_departure_info] =>The below information will help you plan your departure. For more tips or other routes, you might like Rome2Rio.
Your tour ends on the final day after breakfast.
The airport closest to the tour end is Bordeaux (BOD).
- You can also fly out of Paris (CDG), which is a 5.5 to 8-hour train ride away.
How to get to Bordeaux Airport
- Taxi from the Ending Hotel to the Sarlat Train Station (15 min/EUR 10)
- Train from Sarlat to Bordeaux Saint Jean Train Station. No need to book in advance. (3 hours/fares vary)
- Shuttle bus from Bordeaux Saint Jean to Bordeaux Airport. Departs every 30 minutes. (30 min/EUR 8) or taxi (30 min/EUR 30-40)
***If this tour sounds great but you don't have time for the entire ride check out our Cycling Krakow to Slovakia tour which features the first 8 days of this itinerary.*** [tour_highlights] => Krakow, Budapest, Riding the hills of Central Slovakia, UNESCO World Heritage sites in Slovakia and Hungary, High Tatra Mountains [includes] => 13 days, 12 nights accommodation, meals as noted in itinerary, 12 breakfasts [begin_end] => Krakow, Poland / Budapest, Hungary [arrive_depart] => Krakow Airport (KRK) / Budapest Ferihegy Airport (BUD) [total_distance] => 805 km (500 miles) [tour_average_daily_distance] => 73 km (45 miles) [rating_copy] => Daily climbs in excess of 2,000 feet per day (except Day 6)with mountain climbs in excess of 4,000 feet on Days 9 and 10. River bank bike paths out of Krakow and into Budapest. [include_usual] => true [smugmug_key] => 5jxKhK [tour_page_title] => 13-Day Bike Tour in Poland, Slovakia and Hungary | Guided Central Europe Cycling Tours [tour_main_header] => Cycling Krakow to Slovakia Plus! Budapest [tour_banner_photo_url] => assets/images/banner/tours/poland-slovakia-hungary2590x880.jpg [tour_meta_description] => Cycle through the spectacular Carpathian Mountains and along the Danube River on the "Amber Route" from Krakow to Budapest during a 13-day bike tour in Central Europe [ep_tour_what_to_expect] => true [tour_style] => Classic [tour_alt_text_banner] => Pedaling in Hungary on this guided bike tour from Krakow to Budapest [tour_remarks] => It is rare to find air-conditioning at hotels in this part of the world. [smugmug_link] => https://experienceplus.smugmug.com/Our-Tours-by-Country/PolandHungary/PSH [tour_thumb_url] => assets/images/square/tours/PSH-plus-400x400.jpg [tour_arrival_info] =>
Meeting time 2 p.m. - on Day 1, meet your fellow cyclists and Tour Leaders at the Day 1 Hotel specified on the itinerary.
Note:As you are planning, remember that the hotels listed in our itineraries are our primary hotels and are - in rare cases - subject to change. Before you make arrangements, check with us if your tour departure is guaranteed. If your tour departure is out further than 6 months, please also check with us as there might be slight changes to the itinerary.
The below information will help you plan your arrival. For more tips or other routes, you might like Rome2Rio. The fare and timing information listed below is approximate.
We recommend flying into the Krakow Airport (KRK):
- *Taxi from the airport to the Day 1 Hotel (30 min/PLN 70)
*Note: We strongly recommend that you use the official airport taxi company, RADIO TAXI 9191, found at the airport taxi stand outside of the airport. If there are no cars at the stand, use the phone at the station to call them directly (they do speak English). You can also call +48 800 19 19 19 from a public phone, or from a mobile phone dial: +48 12 19191. Stick with the official taxi even if you are approached by a driver from another company. The fare estimate above should be the maximum, including tip (taxis use a meter).
[tour_departure_info] =>Your trip ends on the final day after breakfast.
The below information will help you plan your departure. For more tips or other routes, you might like Rome2Rio.
We recommend flying out of the Budapest Airport (BUD)
From the Ending Hotel to the Budapest Airport
- Taxi. The front desk can arrange your transfer at a discounted rate (45 min/HUF 6500 through hotel/HUF 8000 regular)
- Shuttle Bus (times and fares vary).
Croatia's Dalmatian Coast has been a favorite seaside destination among central Europeans for over a century. Join us as we explore this spectacular limestone coastline by bicycle! We begin near Split where you'll see Diocletian's 3rd century palace still inhabited by descendants of the Romans who settled this area and where we'll visit the waterfalls of Krka National Park. On our ride we pedal two of the Mediterranean's most picturesque islands - Brač and Hvar - spending time in the beautiful rural areas, ports, fishing villages, and the Medieval and Renaissance cities that were so important to Greeks, Romans, Venetians, Austrians, Hungarians, and Croats.
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As you are planning, remember that the hotels listed in our itineraries are our primary hotels and are - in rare cases - subject to change. Before you make arrangements, check with us if your tour departure is guaranteed. If your tour departure is out further than 6 months, please also check with us as there might be slight changes to the itinerary.
The below information will help you plan your arrival. For more tips or other routes, you might like Rome2Rio. The fare and timing information listed below is approximate.
We recommend flying into the Split Airport (SPU).
We offer two complimentary ExperiencePlus! shuttle options on Day 1 of the tour. Reservations required. Please make your shuttle reservation by emailing us no later than 30 days prior to your tour start date:
- Option A: 8:30 a.m. shuttle from the Meeting Hotel in Split, the Hotel Peristil
- Option B: 9:10 a.m. shuttle from the Split airport
If you can’t meet the shuttle on Day 1, a taxi to Skradin will take about an hour. The current fare estimate is around EUR 130.
We will be glad to arrange your pre- and post-tour stay at the Hotel Peristil for you upon request. Note that we will not sleep there as a group and the stay there is not included in the tour price.
How to get to the Hotel Peristil:
- Taxi, available outside the airport or call +385-(0)21-895-237 (30 min, estimate around EUR 40)
- Buses, available shortly after the arrival of incoming flights, organized by the Pleso prijevoz bus company in cooperation with Croatia Air (45 min, EUR 6)
- Note: The Hotel Peristil is located in the old city, which is inaccessible to vehicle traffic. Taxis and buses will drop you outside the city walls. View map
For more travel planning tips, including our packing lists, visit our Travel Planning Pages.
[tour_departure_info] =>Our tour ends this morning in Hvar. You are welcome to join our guided walk in Hvar Town (ending around noon) and picnic at the Hvar fortress (ending around 2 p.m.)
The below information will help you plan your departure. For more tips or other routes, you might like Rome2Rio. The fare and timing information listed below is approximate.
Below, we are laying out some options on how to depart from the tour end for Split or Dubrovnik.
Getting from Hvar via Stari Grad to Split by ferry:
The town of Stari Grad offers more daily ferry departures to Split than Hvar.
- Taxi from Hvar to Stari Grad (20-25 min, EUR 20-30)
- Ferry From Stari Grad to Split. Early morning departures daily at 5:30 AM and 7:45 AM, plus departures throughout the day (check Jadrolinija.hr and https://krilo.hr/en/sailing-schedule/) (2 hours, EUR 6-20, depending on departure time and operator).
Tour Leaders can assist with taxi and ferry ticket arrangement. It is possible to connect to a midday flight out of Split airport that day.
Getting from Hvar to Split by Catamaran
Departs daily at 7:25 AM, except Sundays and national holidays (about 1 hour, EUR 6-11). Tour Leaders can assist with ticket purchase while on tour.
Getting from Hvar to Dubrovnik by ferry:
High-speed ferry departures in the morning, arrival in Dubrovnik at noon (times and fares vary). Tickets should be purchased 4-5 days prior and Tour Leaders can assist on tour.
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We'll also pedal to the remote interior of coastal Croatia before shuttling you to the beautiful walled city of Dubrovnik, long considered the jewel of the Adriatic.***If this sounds great but you'd like a shorter tour, check out our Bicycling the Islands of the Dalmatian Coast tour, which features the first 8 days of this tour.*** [tour_highlights] => The Dalmatian Coast, Krka National Park, Islands of Brač, Hvar and Korčula, Medieval and Renaissance towns and villages of Primosten, Trogir, Split, Škrip, Pučišća, Stari Grad, Hvar, Korčula, Ston, Mali Ston and Dubrovnik [includes] => 12 days, 11 nights accommodation, meals as noted in itinerary, 1 wine tasting, pick up from Split, shuttle to Dubrovnik, guided visit of Diocletian's palace and Hvar Town [begin_end] => Skradin or Trogir / Mali Ston or Dubrovnik [arrive_depart] => Airport Split (SPU) / Dubrovnik Airport (DBV) [total_distance] => 427 km (265 miles) [tour_average_daily_distance] => 47 km (29 miles) [rating_copy] => Expect short steep hills [include_usual] => true [smugmug_key] => Fxrm6G [tour_page_title] => 12-Day Bike Tour on Croatia's Dalmatian Coast | Guided Croatia Cycling Tours [tour_main_header] => Bicycling the Islands of Dalmatia Plus! the South Coast [tour_banner_photo_url] => assets/images/banner/tours/cycling-croatia-guided2560x860.jpg [tour_meta_description] => Explore the ancient palaces, sun-drenched islands and charming fishing villages of Croatia's Dalmatian Coast and South Coast on a 12-day bike tour from Split to Dubrovnik [ep_tour_what_to_expect] => true [tour_style] => Classic [tour_thumb_url] => assets/images/square/tours/DalmatiaPlus_thumb.jpg [tour_alt_text_banner] => Guided Bike Tours in Croatia - Dalmatian port villages [smugmug_link] => https://experienceplus.smugmug.com/Our-Tours-by-Country/Croatia/Croatia [tour_arrival_info] => Note:
As you are planning, remember that the hotels listed in our itineraries are our primary hotels and are - in rare cases - subject to change. Before you make arrangements, check with us if your tour departure is guaranteed. If your tour departure is out further than 6 months, please also check with us as there might be slight changes to the itinerary.
The below information will help you plan your arrival. For more tips or other routes, you might like Rome2Rio. The fare and timing information listed below is approximate.
We recommend flying into the Split Airport (SPU).
We offer two complimentary ExperiencePlus! shuttle options on Day 1 of the tour. Reservations required. Please make your shuttle reservation by emailing us no later than 30 days prior to your tour start date:
- Option A: 8:30 a.m. shuttle from the Meeting Hotel in Split, the Hotel Peristil
- Option B: 9:10 a.m. shuttle from the Split airport
If you can’t meet the shuttle on Day 1, a taxi to Skradin will take about an hour. The current fare estimate is around EUR 130.
We will be glad to arrange your pre- and post-tour stay at the Hotel Peristil for you upon request. Note that we will not sleep there as a group and the stay there is not included in the tour price.
How to get to the Hotel Peristil:
- Taxi, available outside the airport or call +385-(0)21-895-237 (30 min, estimate around EUR 40)
- Buses, available shortly after the arrival of incoming flights, organized by the Pleso prijevoz bus company in cooperation with Croatia Air (45 min, EUR 6)
- Note: The Hotel Peristil is located in the old city, which is inaccessible to vehicle traffic. Taxis and buses will drop you outside the city walls. View map
For more travel planning tips, including our packing lists, visit our Travel Planning Pages.
[tour_departure_info] =>Your tour ends on the final day with a shuttle drop-off either at Dubrovnik town or the airport.
We recommend flying out of the Dubrovnik Airport.
We offer two complimentary ExperiencePlus! shuttle options on the last day of the tour. Reservations required. Please make your shuttle reservation by emailing us no later than 30 days prior to your tour start date:
- Option A: to the Dubrovnik Airport (DBV). Arrival by 10:30 a.m.
- Option B: to the Hotel Stari Grad in Dubrovnik. Arrival 11:00 a.m.
Dubrovnik is a popular destination, so if you are planning to spend time in the city, you might want to arrange your own stay as soon as possible. To get you started, you can find hotel recommendations in Dubrovnik and throughout Croatia here.
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Is cycling in South America for you? Check out our What to expect: Cycling in South America page.
[tour_highlights] => Santiago de Chile, Chile's Central Wine Valley, Santa Cruz, Pacific Coast Beaches, winery visits [includes] => 8 days, 7 nights, meals as noted in itinerary, wine tastings. Shuttle back to Santiago on the last day of the tour [begin_end] => Santiago de Chile, Chile/ Santiago de Chile, Chile [arrive_depart] => Santiago Int'l Airport (SCL) [total_distance] => 350 km (217 miles) [tour_average_daily_distance] => 58 km (36 miles) [rating_copy] => [include_usual] => true [smugmug_key] => j7rDx3 [tour_page_title] => 8-Day Bike Tour in Chile's Wine Country | Guided Chile Cycling Tours [tour_main_header] => Bicycling Chile's Wine Country [tour_banner_photo_url] => assets/images/banner/tours/Chile-Banner.jpg [tour_meta_description] => Discover the award-winning wines of the Central Valley and the colonial cities of Santa Cruz and Constitucion during an 8-day bike tour in Chile's Wine Country. [tour_alt_text_banner] => Guided Bike Tours in Chile - Cycling Chile's Wine Country [tour_thumb_url] => assets/images/square/tours/Chile-Thumb.jpg [ep_tour_what_to_expect] => true [tour_style] => Classic [tour_remarks] => Our bikes in South America are aluminum frames and the road bikes come with a carbon fork. [smugmug_link] => https://experienceplus.smugmug.com/Our-Tours-by-Country/Chile/WineCountry [tour_arrival_info] =>In the evening of Day 1, meet your fellow cyclists and Tour Leaders at the Day 1 Hotel specified in the itinerary.
You will find more details in our welcome note at the hotel's front desk
Note:As you are planning, remember that the hotels listed in our itineraries are our primary hotels and are - in rare cases - subject to change. Before you make arrangements, check with us if your tour departure is guaranteed. If your tour departure is out further than 6 months, please also check with us as there might be slight changes to the itinerary.
The below information will help you plan your arrival. For more tips or other routes, you might like Rome2Rio. The fare and timing information listed below is approximate.
We recommend flying into the Santiago International Airport (SLC).
How to get to the Day 1 Hotel:
Arriving at Santiago Airport and proceeding to the Day 1 Hotel
- Taxi, located just outside the airport (20-30 min/26,000 Chilean pesos)
- or private transfer (Taxi drivers in Chile can be a little intimidating, so if you’d like us to arrange a private transfer from the airport to the hotel contact reservations@experienceplus.com (20-30 min/fares vary)
We offer two complimentary ExperiencePlus! shuttle options back to Santiago on the last day of the tour. Your spot on the shuttle is already reserved for you.
Please take note of the shuttle times and locations as you plan.
- Option A: Arrival at the Santiago Airport by 4:30 p.m.
- Option B: Arrival back at the Day 1 Hotel in Santiago (refer to the itinerary) by 5 p.m.
One of the most prestigious "new world" wine producing regions, Chile's central valley has produced award winning wines in recent years. Join us on our bicycle tour of the Chilean wine country where we pedal through vineyards of the Central Valley before turning south and bicycling along the stunning beaches of the scenic Pacific Coast. We stay in historic colonial cities such as Santa Cruz and Constitucion and visit secluded villages and beach resorts. This is an excellent trip for both wine and food lover and photographer!
If you are thinking this tour is just perfect but wish it were shorter - then visit our Bicycling Chile's Wine Country bicycle tour.
Is cycling in South America for you? Check out our What to Expect: Cycling in South America page.
[tour_highlights] => Visit Historic Vineyards, Chilean wine, Colonial Chilean cities, Santiago de Chile, Bicycle the Pacific Coast of Chile [includes] => 11 days, 10 nights accommodation, meals as noted in itinerary, van support, bilingual tour leaders, wine tastings and visit to wineries. Shuttle back to Santiago [begin_end] => Santiago de Chile, Chile/Santiago de Chile, Chile [arrive_depart] => Santiago Int'l Airport (SCL) [total_distance] => 614 km (382 miles) [tour_average_daily_distance] => 68 km (42 miles) [rating_copy] => [include_usual] => true [smugmug_key] => j7rDx3 [tour_page_title] => 11-Day Bike Tour in Chile's Wine Country + Pacific Coast | Guided Chile Cycling Tours [tour_main_header] => Bicycling Chile's Wine Country Plus! the Pacific Coast [tour_banner_photo_url] => assets/images/banner/tours/Chile-Plus-Banner.jpg [tour_meta_description] => Discover the award-winning wines of the Central Valley and ride along the stunning beaches of the Pacific Coast during an 11-day bike tour through Chile's Wine Country. [tour_alt_text_banner] => Cycling in Chile - guided bike tours in Chile on the Coast [tour_thumb_url] => assets/images/square/tours/Chile-Plus-Thumb.jpg [ep_tour_what_to_expect] => true [tour_style] => Classic [tour_remarks] => Our bikes in South America are aluminum frames and the road bikes come with a carbon fork. [smugmug_link] => https://experienceplus.smugmug.com/Our-Tours-by-Country/Chile/WineCountry [tour_arrival_info] =>In the evening of Day 1, meet your fellow cyclists and Tour Leaders at the Day 1 Hotel specified in the itinerary.
You will find more details in our welcome note at the hotel's front desk
Note:As you are planning, remember that the hotels listed in our itineraries are our primary hotels and are - in rare cases - subject to change. Before you make arrangements, check with us if your tour departure is guaranteed. If your tour departure is out further than 6 months, please also check with us as there might be slight changes to the itinerary.
The below information will help you plan your arrival. For more tips or other routes, you might like Rome2Rio. The fare and timing information listed below is approximate.
We recommend flying into the Santiago International Airport (SLC).
How to get to the Day 1 Hotel:
Arriving at Santiago Airport and proceeding to the Day 1 Hotel
- Taxi, located just outside the airport (20-30 min/26,000 Chilean pesos)
- or private transfer (Taxi drivers in Chile can be a little intimidating, so if you’d like us to arrange a private transfer from the airport to the hotel contact reservations@experienceplus.com (20-30 min/fares vary)
We offer two complimentary ExperiencePlus! shuttle options back to Santiago on the last day of the tour. Your spot on the shuttle is already reserved for you.
Please take note of the shuttle times and locations as you plan.
- Option A: Arrival at the Santiago Airport by 4 p.m.
- Option B: Arrival back at the Day 1 Hotel in Santiago (refer to the itinerary) by 4:30 p.m.
If this sounds great but you prefer a shorter tour - check out our Bicycling Patagonia's Lakes District tour which features the first 7 days of this itinerary.
Is cycling in South America for you? Check out our What to expect: Cycling in South America page.
[tour_highlights] => Chile's Lake District, Views of Osorno and Calbuco Volcanoes, Waterfalls on the Petrohué River, thermal pools, San Carlos de Bariloche, Chiloé Island, Wooden Churches, Penguins [includes] => 10 days, 9 nights accommodation; bilingual tour leaders; meals as noted in itinerary. [begin_end] => San Carlos de Bariloche, Argentina / Puerto Varas. [arrive_depart] => San Carlos de Bariloche (BRC) / Puerto Montt (PMC). There may be a reciprocity entry fee for entering Argentina through an international airport [total_distance] => 419 kms (260 miles) [tour_average_daily_distance] => 70 km (43 miles) [rating_copy] => [include_usual] => true [smugmug_key] => QrWQbw [tour_page_title] => 10-Day Bike Tour in Patagonia + Chiloe | Guided Argentina Cycling Tours [tour_main_header] => Bicycling Patagonia's Lakes District Plus! The Island of Chiloé [tour_banner_photo_url] => assets/images/banner/tours/Patagonia-Plus-banner2590x890.jpg [tour_alt_text_banner] => Cycling in Patagonia - Beautiful vistas and big lakes cycling from Chile to Argentina [tour_thumb_url] => assets/images/square/tours/Patagonia-Plus-thumb.jpg [tour_meta_description] => Cycle from Argentina to Chile on a 10-day bike tour in Patagonia while discovering the majestic landscapes of San Carlos de Bariloche, the Lake District and the island of Chiloe [ep_tour_what_to_expect] => true [tour_style] => Classic [tour_remarks] =>- This tour includes some shuttling to avoid traffic or sections of rough roads.
- A/C or fans may not always be available at hotels since they haven't traditionally been needed in the area (read more on air conditioning on tour).
- For the hike on Day 3, sneakers or running shoes will be sufficient. The hike will be flat and mostly on forest paths. At the end, there will be some wooden steps and walkways. There is no real need to pack heavy hiking boots.
Meeting time 4 p.m. - on Day 1, meet your fellow cyclists and Tour Leaders at the Day 1 Hotel specified on the itinerary. Keep an eye out for a note at the front desk with more details.
Note: As you are planning, remember that the hotels listed in our itineraries are our primary hotels and are - in rare cases - subject to change. Before you make arrangements, check with us if your tour departure is guaranteed. If your tour departure is out further than 6 months, please also check with us as there might be slight changes to the itinerary.
The below information will help you plan your arrival. For more tips or other routes, you might like Rome2Rio. The fare and timing information listed below is approximate.
We recommend flying into the Bariloche Airport (BRC).
A Note on Flights: For this trip, we recommend booking international flights into Buenos Aires’ International Airport (EZE) and out of Santiago, Chile (SCL). This means that you’ll also need to purchase domestic tickets from Buenos Aires Domestic Airport (AEP) to Bariloche (BRC). Click here for information on transferring between Buenos Aires’ international and domestic airports .
How to arrive at the Day 1 Hotel from Bariloche Airport:
- Taxi: available just outside the airport exit (30-40 min, 450 to 560 pesos/US$12-15
On the final tour day, we shuttle you to the Puerto Montt Airport (PMC). Your spot on the shuttle is already saved. Schedule your flights at 2 p.m. or later. The transfer takes about 4 hours and the shuttle arrives around 12:30 p.m.
The below information will help you plan your departure. For more tips or other routes, you might like Rome2Rio. The fare and timing information listed below is approximate.
Puerto Montt Airport (PMC) has connections to Santiago, Chile (SCL), Buenos Aires International Airport (EZE), and Buenos Aires Domestic Airport (AEP) see LATAM
- Connecting in Santiago, Chile: LATAM offers several 1.5 hour direct flights to Santiago.
- Connecting in Buenos Aires: LATAM offers several flights daily to both Buenos Aires Airports - you may have to connect through Santiago). It is a 4.5 to 5.5 hour flight.
- Most international flights from South America leave in the late evening, so it is possible to connect with an international flight the day the tour ends.
Explore the best Provence has to offer. Culinary highlights include a splendid Mediterranean feast of Côtes-de-Rhône wines, exquisite olive oil from a local olive press and more Roman ruins than you will find even in Italy. France's small country roads will lead through the secrets behind the local artisans savoir-faire. And we'll give you the chance to taste it all from special visits and markets right up to special dinner at a local chef's home. You'll also visit the places where Van Gogh and Cézanne painted a majority of their most well-known paintings. This trip gives you a superb view of both medieval and Roman masterpieces such as the theater and arena in Arles, the impressive Pont du Gard, and the medieval jewel of Uzès. A great bike tour for friends or couples where one partner likes to ride more than the other.
***If you prefer a longer tour, check out our 11-day option Best of Provence Plus! the Luberon and Aix-en-Provence***
[tour_highlights] => Côtes du Rhones wine villages, Van Gogh country, Informative wine tasting, Olive mill visit, Châteauneuf du Pape, Uzès, Pont du Gard, Arles, special dinner at a local chef's home, Saint Rémy, The best of Roman Provence, Mont Ventoux. [includes] => 8 days, 7 nights accommodation; meals as noted in itinerary; special visits listed in itinerary [begin_end] => Arles / Seguret [arrive_depart] => Paris: Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) or Marseille Provence Airport (MRS) [total_distance] => 312 km (198 miles) [tour_average_daily_distance] => 53 km (33 miles) [rating_copy] => [include_usual] => true [smugmug_key] => tPVG4V [tour_page_title] => 8-Day Bike Tour in Provence | Guided France Cycling Tours [tour_main_header] => Bicycling the Best of Provence [tour_banner_photo_url] => assets/images/banner/tours/provence4.jpg [ep_tour_what_to_expect] => true [tour_style] => Classic [tour_thumb_url] => assets/images/square/tours/Provence_400x400.jpg [tour_meta_description] => Discover the artistic and culinary highlights of Provence on an 8-day bike tour in France, traveling from historic Arles to charming Saint Remy and the Côtes-du-Rhone vineyards [tour_alt_text_banner] => Exploring roman towns on a guided bike tour in Provence. [smugmug_link] => https://experienceplus.smugmug.com/Our-Tours-by-Country/France/Provence [tour_arrival_info] =>Meeting time 2 p.m. - on Day 1, meet your fellow cyclists and Tour Leaders at the Day 1 Hotel specified on the itinerary.
Note: As you are planning, remember that the hotels listed in our itineraries are our primary hotels and are - in rare cases - subject to change. Before you make arrangements, check with us if your tour departure is guaranteed. If your tour departure is out further than 6 months, please also check with us as there might be slight changes to the itinerary.
The below information will help you plan your arrival. For more tips or other routes, you might like Rome2Rio. The fare and timing information listed below is approximate.
We recommend flying into the the Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) in Paris or the Marseille Provence Airport (MRS)
How to get to Arles train station from CDG
- Airport shuttle to the Aéroport CDG 2 TGV station. Train station is located beneath the airport (5-20 min/no cost)
- Train from Paris Roissy Charles de Gaulle Airport to Arles. (Train change in Avignon or Marseille) (3.5-4 hours/Fares vary)
How to get to Arles train station from MRS
- Airport shuttle bus from mp2 (platform 2) of the Marseille Airport to the "Marseille-Provence Airport - Vitrolles - TER" train station. (5 min/no cost)
- Train from the "Marseille-Provence Airport - Vitrolles - TER" to Arles (direction AVIGNON, not MARSEILLE) (30 min/fares vary - TER trains have a fixed price and do not need to be pre-booked). Be sure you choose a train that stops in Arles as there are also direct trains to Avignon. (The track is the closest one to the station entrance. For connection overview, See map)
- Note: There are automated machines to purchase your TER train ticket at Vitrolles, but if you are more comfortable you can purchase from a human at the Marseille train ticket booth, which is just outside the airport to your right.
How to get to the Day 1 Hotel from Arles train station
- Taxi from the Arles train station to the Day 1 Hotel (5 min/EUR 15-20)
- Or walk 15 minutes. See map
Look up French train schedules and book tickets, if necessary, SNCF.com or Trainline.eu. Questions? See our information on taking trains in Europe here or ask us.
[tour_departure_info] =>We offer a complimentary ExperiencePlus! shuttle from the ending hotel to the *Avignon TGV train station - Arrival at 10:00 a.m.
Reservations required. Please make your shuttle reservation by emailing us no later than 30 days prior to your tour start date
- *Note: The Avignon TGV station is 6 km outside of Avignon center but is well-connected to the town center, if you are planning to spend time there.
The below information will help you plan your departure. For more tips or other routes, you might like Rome2Rio.
We recommend flying out of the Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) in Paris or the Marseille Provence Airport (MRS)
How to get to Marseille Provence Airport (MRS) from the Avignon TGV Train Station- Train from Avignon TGV to Vitrolles Aéroport Marseille-Provence (Gare TER) train station. One change at Marseille Saint Charles. (1.5 hours/fares vary
- Airport shuttle from the Provence Airport (MRS)-Vitrolles train station to the airport. (5 min/no cost)
- Train from Avignon TGV to Paris Roissy Charles de Gaulle Airport. (2.5-3 hours/fares vary)
Explore the best Provence has to offer, including culinary highlights that make for a splendid Mediterranean feast of Côtes-de-Rhône wines, exquisite olive oil from a local olive press and more Roman ruins than you will find even in Italy. France's small country roads will lead you to discover the secrets behind the local artisans savoir-faire. You'll also visit the places where Van Gogh painted a majority of his most well-known paintings. For those of you who enjoy architecture, this trip gives you a superb view of both medieval and Roman masterpieces such as the theater and arena in Arles, the impressive Pont du Gard, and the medieval jewel of Uzès. To top it all off the final portion of the trip includes the small hilltop villages in the Luberon valley that made Peter Mayle's "A Year in Provence" an international best-seller. This itinerary starts out at a more relaxed pace with numerous two-night stays, then finishes with flexible days where both short and long rides are possible. It is a great bike tour for friends or couples where one partner likes to ride more than the other.
***If this sounds great but you don't have time for the full 11 days, check out our Bicycling the Best of Provence tour, which features the first 8 days of this itinerary.***
[tour_highlights] => Luberon villages, Saint Rémy, Special dinner at a local chef's home, Pont du Gard, Châteauneuf du Pape, Olive mill visit, Informative wine tasting, Arles, The best of Roman Provence, Sénanque Abbey, Uzès, Van Gogh country, Côtes du Rhones wine villages, Mont Ventoux [includes] => 11 days, 10 nights accommodation; meals as noted in itinerary; special visits listed in the itinerary [begin_end] => Arles / Group transfer to Aix-en-Provence [arrive_depart] => Paris: Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), Marseille Provence Airport (MRS) [total_distance] => 502 km (312 miles) [tour_average_daily_distance] => 56 km (35 miles) [rating_copy] => [include_usual] => true [smugmug_key] => tPVG4V [tour_page_title] => 11-Day Bike Tour in Provence | Guided France Cycling Tours [tour_main_header] => Best of Provence Plus! the Luberon and Aix-en-Provence [tour_banner_photo_url] => assets/images/banner/tours/ProvencePlus-2590x880.jpg [ep_tour_what_to_expect] => true [tour_style] => Classic [tour_thumb_url] => assets/images/square/tours/ProvencePlus_400x400.jpg [tour_alt_text_banner] => Enjoying Provence on a guided bike tour in France. [tour_meta_description] => Experience the best of Provence on an 11-day bike tour in France while discovering the gastronomic and artistic treasures of Aix-en-Provence, Uzes and the Luberon Valley [smugmug_link] => https://experienceplus.smugmug.com/Our-Tours-by-Country/France/Provence [tour_arrival_info] =>Meeting time 2 p.m. - on Day 1, meet your fellow cyclists and Tour Leaders at the Day 1 Hotel specified on the itinerary.
Note: As you are planning, remember that the hotels listed in our itineraries are our primary hotels and are - in rare cases - subject to change. Before you make arrangements, check with us if your tour departure is guaranteed. If your tour departure is out further than 6 months, please also check with us as there might be slight changes to the itinerary.
The below information will help you plan your arrival. For more tips or other routes, you might like Rome2Rio. The fare and timing information listed below is approximate.
We recommend flying into the the Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) in Paris or the Marseille Provence Airport (MRS)
How to get to Arles train station from CDG
- Airport shuttle to the Aéroport CDG 2 TGV station. Train station is located beneath the airport (5-20 min/no cost)
- Train from Paris Roissy Charles de Gaulle Airport to Arles. (Train change in Avignon or Marseille) (3.5-4 hours/Fares vary)
How to get to Arles train station from MRS
- Airport shuttle bus from mp2 (platform 2) of the Marseille Airport to the "Marseille-Provence Airport - Vitrolles - TER" train station. (5 min/no cost)
- Train from the "Marseille-Provence Airport - Vitrolles - TER" to Arles (direction AVIGNON, not MARSEILLE) (30 min/fares vary - TER trains have a fixed price and do not need to be pre-booked). Be sure you choose a train that stops in Arles as there are also direct trains to Avignon. (The track is the closest one to the station entrance. For connection overview, See map)
- Note: There are automated machines to purchase your TER train ticket at Vitrolles, but if you are more comfortable you can purchase from a human at the Marseille train ticket booth, which is just outside the airport to your right.
How to get to the Day 1 Hotel from Arles train station
- Taxi from the Arles train station to the Day 1 Hotel (5 min/EUR 15-20)
- Or walk 15 minutes. See map
Look up French train schedules and book tickets, if necessary, SNCF.com or Trainline.eu. Questions? See our information on taking trains in Europe here or ask us.
[tour_departure_info] => The tour ends on the final day with an ExperiencePlus! shuttle drop-off at either- the Aix-en-Provence TGV train station; arrival at 10:30 a.m. (1 hour transfer)
- or at the Aix-en-Provence city train station; arrival at 11 a.m. (1.5-hour transfer)
Shuttle reservations 30 days prior to your tour start are required. Reserve by emailing us. If you can't make the shuttle, you will be responsible for your own transportation.
We recommend flying out of the Marseille Provence Airport (MRS). You can also fly out of Paris Charles de Gaulle (GDC), which is a 4-hour train ride.
How to get to Marseille Provence Airport (MRS) from the Aix-en-Provence TGV Train Station- Airport shuttle “LeCar” from the Aix-en-Provence TGV Station to the Marseille Airport (15 min/EUR 4, tickets sold on board).
The South of France or Langue d'Oc region as it is known has always been a border region - between Spain and France, the Atlantic and the Mediterranean, and, in ancient times, between Rome and northern Gaul. Today it is classic Mediterranean France with vast expanses of vineyards, vestiges of Roman history in Nimes and Narbonne, and a mix of languages that include classic French, traditional Occitan and Catalan. Join us to bicycle and explore this little-traveled region on roads not much wider than bike paths.
***If this sounds great but you'd like a shorter tour, check out our Bicycling Provence to the Pyrenees tour, which shortens this itinerary by 3 days.***
[tour_highlights] => Nimes, Bamboo Forest Reserve, Carcassonne, Great bicycle rides, St. Guilhem le Desert, Canal du Midi, Cathar castles, Kings of Majorca and St. John's Cathedral [includes] => 11 days, 10 nights accommodation; meals as noted in itinerary; oyster tasting; guided visit Carcassonne; wine tasting and visit of artisanal bakery [begin_end] => Nimes / Perpignan [arrive_depart] => Paris (CDG), Marseille Provence Airport (MRS) /Paris (CDG), Perpignan (PGF), Barcelona (BCN) [total_distance] => 609-621 km (326 - 383 miles) [tour_average_daily_distance] => 61 km (37 miles) [rating_copy] => [include_usual] => true [smugmug_key] => h2MdJr [tour_page_title] => 11-Day Bike Tour in Southern France | Guided France Cycling Tours [tour_main_header] => Bicycling the South of France Plus! [tour_banner_photo_url] => assets/images/banner/tours/SouthFrancePlus-1950x660.jpg [ep_tour_what_to_expect] => true [tour_style] => Classic [tour_thumb_url] => assets/images/square/tours/SouthFrancePlus-400x400.jpg [tour_meta_description] => Join an 11-day bike tour from Nimes to Perpignan to discover Langue d'Oc's Roman ruins, medieval villages and opulent palaces along the border between France and Spain [tour_alt_text_banner] => Pedal by hidden villages on this guided bike tour in the south Of France, between Provence and the Pyrenees [smugmug_link] => https://experienceplus.smugmug.com/Our-Tours-by-Country/France/Languedoc [tour_arrival_info] =>Meeting time 2 p.m. - on Day 1, meet your fellow cyclists and Tour Leaders at the Day 1 Hotel specified on the itinerary.
Note:As you are planning, remember that the hotels listed in our itineraries are our primary hotels and are - in rare cases - subject to change. Before you make arrangements, check with us if your tour departure is guaranteed. If your tour departure is out further than 6 months, please also check with us as there might be slight changes to the itinerary.
The below information will help you plan your arrival. For more tips or other routes, you might like Rome2Rio. The fare and timing information listed below is approximate.
We recommend flying into the Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) or into Marseille (MRS).
Flying into CDG
- Airport shuttle to the Aéroport CDG 2 TGV station (located beneath the airport) (5-15 min/no cost)
- Train from Aéroport CDG 2 TGV to Nimes (3.5 hours/fares vary)
- Taxi from Nimes central station to Day 1 Hotel (5 min/EUR 15)
Flying into MRS
- Airport shuttle to the Marseille Saint Charles Train Station (25 min/EUR 8.30)
- Train from Marseille St. Charles to Nimes (1.15 hours/fares vary)
- Taxi from Nimes central station to Day 1 Hotel (5 min/EUR 15)
Look up French train schedules and book tickets, if necessary, SNCF.com or Trainline.eu. Questions? See our information on taking trains in Europe here or ask us.
[tour_departure_info] =>The tour ends on the final day after breakfast
The below information will help you plan your departure. For more tips or other routes, you might like Rome2Rio.
We recommend flying out of Perpignan (PGF)
- City Bus to the airport (40 min/EUR 2)
- or taxi from the ending hotel to the airport (15 min/EUR 20)
The South of France or Langue d'Oc region as it is known has always been a border region - between Spain and France, the Atlantic and the Mediterranean, and, in ancient times, between Rome and northern Gaul. Today it is classic Mediterranean France with vast expanses of vineyards, vestiges of Roman history in Nimes and Narbonne, and a mix of languages that include classic French, traditional Occitan and Catalan. Join us to bicycle and explore this little traveled region on roads not much wider than bike paths.
***If this sounds great but you'd like a longer tour, check out our Bicycling Provence to the Pyrenees Plus! tour, which extends this itinerary by 3 days.***
[tour_highlights] => Canal du Midi, Nimes, Bamboo Forest Reserve, Carcassonne, Great bicycle rides, Languedoc wines, St. Guilhem le Desert [includes] => 8 days, 7 nights accommodation; meals as noted in itinerary; oyster tasting; guided visit of Carcassonne [begin_end] => Nimes / Carcassonne [arrive_depart] => Paris (CDG), Nimes Airport (FNI), Marseille Provence Airport (MRS) / Paris (CDG), Tolouse (TLS) [total_distance] => 421 - 431 km (260 - 266 miles) [tour_average_daily_distance] => 62 km (38 miles) [rating_copy] => [include_usual] => true [smugmug_key] => h2MdJr [tour_page_title] => Bicycling the South of France [tour_main_header] => Bicycling the South of France [tour_banner_photo_url] => assets/images/banner/tours/SouthFrance-2590x880.jpg [ep_tour_what_to_expect] => true [tour_style] => Classic [tour_thumb_url] => assets/images/square/tours/SouthFrance_400x400.jpg [tour_meta_description] => Join us on this guided bike tour in France and enjoy classical Roman Provence, the Cevennes and Languedoc regions of France. [tour_alt_text_banner] => Guided bike tour in South of France. [smugmug_link] => https://experienceplus.smugmug.com/Our-Tours-by-Country/France/Languedoc [tour_arrival_info] =>Meeting time 2 p.m. - on Day 1, meet your fellow cyclists and Tour Leaders at the Day 1 Hotel specified on the itinerary.
Note:As you are planning, remember that the hotels listed in our itineraries are our primary hotels and are - in rare cases - subject to change. Before you make arrangements, check with us if your tour departure is guaranteed. If your tour departure is out further than 6 months, please also check with us as there might be slight changes to the itinerary.
The below information will help you plan your arrival. For more tips or other routes, you might like Rome2Rio. The fare and timing information listed below is approximate.
We recommend flying into the Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) or into Marseille (MRS).
Flying into CDG
- Airport shuttle to the Aéroport CDG 2 TGV station (located beneath the airport) (5-15 min/no cost)
- Train from Aéroport CDG 2 TGV to Nimes (3.5 hours/fares vary)
- Taxi from Nimes central station to Day 1 Hotel (5 min/EUR 15)
Flying into MRS
- Airport shuttle to the Marseille Saint Charles Train Station (25 min/EUR 8.30)
- Train from Marseille St. Charles to Nimes (1.15 hours/fares vary)
- Taxi from Nimes central station to Day 1 Hotel (5 min/EUR 15)
Look up French train schedules and book tickets, if necessary, SNCF.com or Trainline.eu. Questions? See our information on taking trains in Europe here or ask us.
[tour_departure_info] =>The tour ends on the final day after breakfast
The below information will help you plan your departure. For more tips or other routes, you might like Rome2Rio.
We recommend flying out of Toulouse (TLS). Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) is about 6-8 hours away by train.
Flying out of Toulouse:
- Taxi from the ending hotel to the train station (10 min/EUR 20)
- Train from Carcassonne to Toulouse Matabiau (1 hour/Fares vary)
- Tisseo Shuttle Bus from Toulouse Matabiau to Tolouse Airport, runs every 20 minutes (30 min/EUR 8)
***If this sounds great but you prefer a longer tour. Join us to Bicycle Catalonia's Costa Brava Plus! Barcelona which extends this itinerary 4 days.*** [tour_highlights] => Girona, Figueras and Dali Museum, Medieval Villages, Costa Brava Beaches, Extraordinary food - Girona has more restaurants with Michelin stars than anywhere else in the world [includes] => 8 days, 7 nights accommodation; meals as noted in itinerary; guided visit of Dali Museum; a wine tasting; boat trip [begin_end] => Girona / Figueras [arrive_depart] => Barcelona (BCN) [total_distance] => 292 km (181 miles) [tour_average_daily_distance] => 49 kms (30 miles) [rating_copy] => [include_usual] => true [smugmug_key] => KtBZtJ [tour_page_title] => 8-Day Bike Tour in Catalonia | Guided Spain Cycling Tours [tour_main_header] => Bicycling Catalonia's Costa Brava [tour_banner_photo_url] => assets/images/banner/tours/Catalonia_2590x880.jpg [tour_thumb_url] => assets/images/square/tours/Catalonia_400x400.jpg [tour_meta_description] => Cycle along the rugged Costa Brava to the medieval town of Emporda and the birthplace of Salvador Dali in Figueres during an 8-day bike tour in Catalonia [tour_alt_text_banner] => Exploring Cadaques on a Costa Brava cycling tour [ep_tour_what_to_expect] => true [tour_style] => Classic [tour_remarks] => Though we try and arrange dinners together as early as possible in Spain this means 8:00 to 8:30 p.m. [smugmug_link] => https://experienceplus.smugmug.com/Our-Tours-by-Country/Spain/Catalonia [tour_arrival_info] =>
Meeting time 2 p.m. - on Day 1, meet your fellow cyclists and Tour Leaders at the Day 1 Hotel specified on the itinerary.
Note:As you are planning, remember that the hotels listed in our itineraries are our primary hotels and are - in rare cases - subject to change. Before you make arrangements, check with us if your tour departure is guaranteed. If your tour departure is out further than 6 months, please also check with us as there might be slight changes to the itinerary.
Look up Spanish train schedules at Renfe.com or Trainline.eu. Questions? See our information on taking trains in Europe here or ask us.
The below information will help you plan your arrival. For more tips or other routes, you might like Rome2Rio. The fare and timing information listed below is approximate.
We recommend flying into Girona (GRO) or Barcelona El Prat (BCN).
If you arrive at Barcelona Airport and continue to the Day 1 Hotel
- Bus: Sagales Bus from Barcelona Airport Terminal 1 or 2 to Girona Estacio d’Autobuses. sagales.com (2.5 hr/EUR 19)
- Taxi: From the Bus station to the starting hotel (10 min/EUR 10)
- Train: R2 Nord from the Barcelona airport to the Barcelona Sants station (25 min / EUR 4.20)
- *Train: From Barcelona Sants to Girona/Gerona (40 min/ Fares vary).
- Taxi: From the Girona/Gerona train station to the Day 1 Hotel. (10 min/EUR 10)
*Note: The train connection from Barcelona to Girona/Gerona is a busy but frequent line. If you are staying in Barcelona, you may purchase tickets for this train leg in advance. If you arrive by plane the same day, you should purchase them at the Sants train station though you might opt to skip a train departure if it is already full.
[tour_departure_info] =>Your trip ends on the final day after breakfast.
The below information will help you plan your departure. For more tips or other routes, you might like Rome2Rio.
Flying out of Girona (GRO)- Taxi: From the Ending Hotel to the Girona Airport (40 min/EUR 85)
- Taxi: From the Ending Hotel to the Figueres Vilafant Station (10 min/EUR 15)
- Train: From Figueres Vilafant to Barcelona Sants (1-2 hours/fares vary)
- Train: From Barcelona Sants to Aeroport del Prat (35 min/EUR 4.20)
Look up Spanish train schedules at Renfe.com or Trainline.eu.
Questions? See our information on taking trains in Europe here or ask us.
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We use charming and modern hotels but A/C or fans may not always be available since they haven't been needed traditionally. Read more on the use of air conditioning in Europe here.
We use a number of bike paths on this trip which means that the support van is less readily available. [smugmug_link] => https://experienceplus.smugmug.com/Our-Tours-by-Country/Germany/Austria-Slovenia/Slovenia [tour_arrival_info] =>Meeting time 2 p.m. - on Day 1, meet your fellow cyclists and Tour Leaders at the Day 1 Hotel specified on the itinerary.
Note: As you are planning, remember that the hotels listed in our itineraries are our primary hotels and are - in rare cases - subject to change. Before you make arrangements, check with us if your tour departure is guaranteed. If your tour departure is out further than 6 months, please also check with us as there might be slight changes to the itinerary.
We recommend flying into Klagenfurt Airport (KLU). You can also fly into Ljubljana (LJU) or Munich (MUC).
Flying into Klagenfurt:
- Taxi from the airport to the Day 1 Hotel (20 min/EUR 20)
Flying into Ljubljana:
- Private transfer (1 hour/EUR 200)
or Public transportation:
- Taxi from the Ljubljana Airport to Ljubljana Central Station (35 min/EUR 30-45)
- Train From Ljubljana to Klagenfurt Hbf (3-4 hours/Fares vary)
- Taxi From the Klagenfurt Central Station to the Day 1 Hotel (10 min/EUR 10)
Flying into Munich:
- Munich central station has direct train connections to Klagenfurt central station (5 hours/fares vary)
For more travel planning tips, including our packing lists, visit our Travel Planning Pages.
[tour_departure_info] =>Your trip ends on the final day after breakfast.
The below information will help you plan your departure. For more tips or other routes, you might like Rome2Rio.
We recommend flying out of Ljubljana (LJU). You can also fly out of Klagenfurt Airport (KLU).
Flying out of Ljubljana:
- Taxi from the ending hotel to the Ljubljana Airport (30 min/EUR 30-60)
- Taxi from the Ending Hotel to the Lesce-Bled train station (10 min/EUR 15)
- Train from Lesce-Bled to Ljubljana Airport (1.5 hours/ EUR 5-15)
Flying out of Klagenfurt:
- Taxi from the ending hotel to the Klagenfurt Airport (80 min/EUR 140)
- Train from Lesce-Bled to Klagenfurt (1.45 hours/fares vary)
- Taxi from Klagenfurt central station to Klagenfurt airport (20 min/EUR 20)
This cycling tour has you border hopping through Austria, Slovenia and also features a quick jaunt to Italy for lunch. We'll experience the fascinating influences of Slavic, German and Italian cultures. Join us to relish alpine landscapes with a hint of the Mediterranean. We'll bicycle along idyllic alpine lakes in Austria's Carinthia region and northern Slovenia. Quiet roads and river paths lead us through picturesque villages, traditional farmhouses, imposing medieval castles and cozy hotels. We'll introduce you to several of Europe's most overlooked and pleasant cities, including Villach and Slovenia's capital Ljubljana, a true gem.
***If this sounds great but you prefer a shorter tour - check out our Cycling the Lakes of Austria and Slovenia which features the first 8 days of this itinerary.***
[tour_highlights] => Tarvisio, Lake Faak, Orientation walk of Ljubljana, Kranj, Lake Ossiach, Drava river path , Klagenfurt, Villach, Lake Bled, Border hopping between Austria, Slovenia, Julian Alps, Triglav Mountain, Savica waterfall, Lake Worth [includes] => 11 days, 10 nights accommodation; meals as noted in itinerary [begin_end] => Klagenfurt, Austria / Ljubljana, Slovenia [arrive_depart] => Klagenfurt Airport (KLU), Vienna International Airport (VIE), Munich Airport (MUC), Ljubljana Jože Pučnik Airport (LJU/LJLJ) [total_distance] => 383 - 401 km (236 - 248 miles) [tour_average_daily_distance] => 48 - 50 km (29 - 31 miles) [rating_copy] => [include_usual] => true [smugmug_key] => qNrKnz [tour_page_title] => 11-Day Bike Tour in Austria and Slovenia | Guided Austria Cycling Tours [tour_main_header] => Cycling the Lakes of Austria and Slovenia Plus! Ljubljana [tour_banner_photo_url] => assets/images/banner/tours/Aust-Slov-Plus-Banner2590x890.jpg [ep_tour_what_to_expect] => true [tour_style] => Classic [tour_thumb_url] => assets/images/square/tours/Aust-Slov-Plus-thumb.jpg [tour_meta_description] => Discover the alpine lakes and medieval castles of Austria's Carinthia region and northern Slovenia, including the vibrant capital Ljubljana, during an 11-day bike tour in Central Europe [tour_alt_text_banner] => Guided Bike Tours Slovenia - [tour_remarks] =>We use charming and modern hotels but A/C or fans may not always be available since they haven't been needed traditionally. Read more on the use of air conditioning in Europe here.
We use a number of bike paths on this trip which means that the support van is less readily available. [smugmug_link] => https://experienceplus.smugmug.com/Our-Tours-by-Country/Germany/Austria-Slovenia/Slovenia [tour_arrival_info] =>Meeting time 2 p.m. - on Day 1, meet your fellow cyclists and Tour Leaders at the Day 1 Hotel specified on the itinerary.
Note: As you are planning, remember that the hotels listed in our itineraries are our primary hotels and are - in rare cases - subject to change. Before you make arrangements, check with us if your tour departure is guaranteed. If your tour departure is out further than 6 months, please also check with us as there might be slight changes to the itinerary.
We recommend flying into Klagenfurt Airport (KLU). You can also fly into Ljubljana (LJU) or Munich (MUC).
Flying into Klagenfurt:
- Taxi from the airport to the Day 1 Hotel (20 min/EUR 20)
Flying into Ljubljana:
- Private transfer (1 hour/EUR 200)
or Public transportation:
- Taxi from the Ljubljana Airport to Ljubljana Central Station (35 min/EUR 30-45)
- Train From Ljubljana to Klagenfurt Hbf (3-4 hours/Fares vary)
- Taxi From the Klagenfurt Central Station to the Day 1 Hotel (10 min/EUR 10)
Flying into Munich:
- Munich central station has direct train connections to Klagenfurt central station (5 hours/fares vary)
For more travel planning tips, including our packing lists, visit our Travel Planning Pages.
[tour_departure_info] =>Your trip ends on the final day after a walking tour back at the hotel around 12 noon. If you'd like to join this tour, book your outbound flight for the next day.
The below information will help you plan your departure. For more tips or other routes, you might like Rome2Rio.
We recommend flying out of Ljubljana (LJU). You can also fly out of Klagenfurt Airport (KLU).
Flying out of Ljubljana:
- Taxi from the ending hotel to the Ljubljana Airport (35 min/EUR 40-45)
***If this sounds great but you don't have time for the full 12 days, check out our 8-day Bicycling Catalonia's Costa Brava itinerary which shortens this itinerary by 4 days.*** [tour_highlights] => Barcelona, Garrtoxa Volcanic Natural Area, Girona, Figueras and Dali Museum, Medieval Villages, Costa Brava Beaches, Vic, Extraordinary food - Girona has more restaurants with Michelin stars than anywhere else in the world [includes] => 12 days, 11 nights accommodation; meals as noted in itinerary; 1 guided visit of Dali Museum; a wine tasting; boat trip [begin_end] => Girona/Barcelona [arrive_depart] => Barcelona (BCN) [total_distance] => 486 km (300 miles) [tour_average_daily_distance] => 70 kms (42 miles) [rating_copy] => [include_usual] => true [smugmug_key] => KtBZtJ [tour_page_title] => 12-Day Bike Tour in Catalonia | Guided Spain Cycling Tours [tour_main_header] => Bicycling Catalonia's Costa Brava Plus! Barcelona [tour_banner_photo_url] => assets/images/banner/tours/CataloniaPlus_2590x880.jpg [tour_thumb_url] => assets/images/square/tours/CataloniaPlus_400x400.jpg [tour_alt_text_banner] => Bicycling the Costa Brava with ExperiencePlus! Bicycle Tours [tour_meta_description] => Explore the rugged Costa Brava and medieval towns of Catalonia en route to the culturally-rich city of Barcelona during a 12-day bike tour in Spain [ep_tour_what_to_expect] => true [tour_style] => Classic [tour_remarks] =>
We work hard to maintain consistency across all of our tours, but some trips have unique differences. Here are some things to keep in mind about this tour.
- In Spain dinners are traditionally later in the evening. Though we try and arrange dinners together as early as possible, in Spain this means 8:00 to 8:30 p.m.
- We recommend not drinking the tap water in Girona. While tap water in Europe is generally safe to drink (see information about meals and drinks on tour), Girona is an old city with old pipes. We will provide bottled water on tour in the Girona area. If you arrive early, we recommend you drink bottled water also.
Meeting time 2 p.m. - on Day 1, meet your fellow cyclists and Tour Leaders at the Day 1 Hotel specified on the itinerary.
Note: As you are planning, remember that the hotels listed in our itineraries are our primary hotels and are - in rare cases - subject to change. Before you make arrangements, check with us if your tour departure is guaranteed. If your tour departure is out further than 6 months, please also check with us as there might be slight changes to the itinerary.
Look up Spanish train schedules at Renfe.com or Trainline.eu. Questions? See our information on taking trains in Europe here or ask us.
The below information will help you plan your arrival. For more tips or other routes, you might like Rome2Rio. The fare and timing information listed below is approximate.
We recommend flying into Girona (GRO) or Barcelona El Prat (BCN).
If you arrive at Barcelona Airport and continue to the Day 1 Hotel
- Bus: Sagales Bus from Barcelona Airport Terminal 1 or 2 to Girona Estacio d’Autobuses. sagales.com (2.5 hr/EUR 19)
- Taxi: From the Bus station to the starting hotel (10 min/EUR 10)
Or
- Train: R2 Nord from the Barcelona airport to the Barcelona Sants station (25 min / EUR 4.20)
- *Train: From Barcelona Sants to Girona/Gerona (40 min/ Fares vary).
- Taxi: From the Girona/Gerona train station to the Day 1 Hotel. (10 min/EUR 10)
*Note: The train connection from Barcelona to Girona/Gerona is a busy but frequent line. If you are staying in Barcelona, you may purchase tickets for this train leg in advance. If you arrive by plane the same day, you should purchase them at the Sants train station though you might opt to skip a train departure if it is already full.
Drinking water: We recommend not drinking the tap water in Girona. While tap water in Europe is generally safe to drink (see information about meals and drinks on tour), Girona is an old city with old pipes. We will provide bottled water on tour in the Girona area. If you arrive early, we recommend you drink bottled water also.
[tour_departure_info] =>Your trip ends on the final day after breakfast.
The closest airport to the tour end is Barcelona's El Prat (BCN).
- Taxi: From the Ending Hotel to the Barcelona Airport (35 min/EUR 25)
- Public transportation: Aerobus to the Barcelona Airport (35 min/EUR 6). Departures every 5 minutes, no reservations necessary.
- 2 minute walk from Hotel Jazz to the Aerobus station at Plaza Universitat-Pelai to the Barcelona Airport
- 5 minute walk from Hotel Catedral to the Aerobus stop at Plaça de Catalunya to the Barcelona Airport
Continue on through Hungary and end in Budapest with our Cycling Krakow to Slovakia Plus! Budapest tour which extends this itinerary by 5 days. [tour_highlights] => Krakow, Medieval Levoca and its wooden altar, Riding the hills of Central Slovakia, UNESCO World Heritage sites in Slovakia , Historic Poprad [includes] => 8 days, 7 nights accommodation; meals as noted in itinerary [begin_end] => Krakow, Poland/ Poprad, Slovakia [arrive_depart] => Krakow, Poland/ Poprad, Slovakia [total_distance] => 400 km (249 miles) [tour_average_daily_distance] => 67 km (42 miles) [rating_copy] => Expect climbs in excess of 2,000 feet per day - days 2 and 5 will be over 3,000 feet. [include_usual] => true [smugmug_key] => 5jxKhK [tour_page_title] => 8-Day Bike Tour in Poland and Slovakia | Guided Poland Cycling Tours [tour_main_header] => Cycling Krakow to Slovakia [tour_banner_photo_url] => assets/images/banner/tours/poland-slovakia2590x880.jpg [ep_tour_what_to_expect] => true [tour_style] => Classic [tour_alt_text_banner] => pedaling through Slovakia on this guided bike tour in Poland. [tour_meta_description] => Cycle through the little-visited landscapes and rural towns of the historic "Amber Route", which connects the Baltic Sea to the Adriatic during an 8-day bike tour from Krakow to Poprad [tour_remarks] => It is rare to find air-conditioning at hotels in this part of the world. [smugmug_link] => https://experienceplus.smugmug.com/Our-Tours-by-Country/PolandHungary/PSH [tour_thumb_url] => assets/images/square/tours/PSH-400x400.jpg [tour_arrival_info] =>
Meeting time 2 p.m. - on Day 1, meet your fellow cyclists and Tour Leaders at the Day 1 Hotel specified on the itinerary.
Note:As you are planning, remember that the hotels listed in our itineraries are our primary hotels and are - in rare cases - subject to change. Before you make arrangements, check with us if your tour departure is guaranteed. If your tour departure is out further than 6 months, please also check with us as there might be slight changes to the itinerary.
The below information will help you plan your arrival. For more tips or other routes, you might like Rome2Rio. The fare and timing information listed below is approximate.
We recommend flying into the Krakow Airport (KRK):
- *Taxi from the airport to the Day 1 Hotel (30 min/PLN 70)
*Note: We strongly recommend that you use the official airport taxi company, RADIO TAXI 9191, found at the airport taxi stand outside of the airport. If there are no cars at the stand, use the phone at the station to call them directly (they do speak English). You can also call +48 800 19 19 19 from a public phone, or from a mobile phone dial: +48 12 19191. Stick with the official taxi even if you are approached by a driver from another company. The fare estimate above should be the maximum, including tip (taxis use a meter).
[tour_departure_info] =>We recommend flying out of the Krakow Airport (KRK)
Your trip ends on the final day with a complimentary shuttle drop-off at Krakow Airport at 12:30 p.m.
Reservations are required. Please make your shuttle reservation by emailing us no later than 30 days prior to your tour start date.
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- Beautiful, serene historic hotels.
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- Alqueva reservoir, one of the world's best places for stargazing
- Artisan centers of pottery, wine making and marble work
Your tour starts with a shuttle pick-up on Day 1 (your spot is already reserved on this shuttle):
- Meeting Time: 9:15 am
- Meeting Hotel: Hotel NH Collection Lisboa Liberdade
We do not stay at this hotel as a group and would recommend you book your preferred arrangement at your end if you wish to stay at this hotel. For other hotel recommendations in Lisbon and throughout Portugal, please refer to our list here.
Note:
As you are planning, remember that the hotels listed in our itineraries are our primary hotels and are - in rare cases - subject to change. Before you make arrangements, check with us if your tour departure is guaranteed. If your tour departure is out further than 6 months, please also check with us as there might be slight changes to the itinerary.
The below information will help you plan your arrival. For more tips or other routes, you might like Rome2Rio. The fare and timing information listed below is approximate.
We recommend flying into Lisbon Airport. (LIS)
Getting to the Meeting Hotel in Lisbon from the Lisbon Airport
- Taxi or Uber (25 min/EUR 15-20)
- or Aerobus (stop Tivoli Theater, right in front of the hotel) (50 min/EUR 3-4)
For more travel planning tips, including our packing lists, visit our Travel Planning Pages.
[tour_departure_info] =>We spend our last night of the tour in Vilanova de Milfontes, about 115 miles from Lisbon.
The tour ends on the final day with an ExperiencePlus! shuttle drop-off at either- Lisbon airport (LIS); arrival at *12 p.m. (3-hour transfer)
- or Hotel NH Collection Lisboa Liberdade (same as meeting hotel); arrival at 12:30 p.m. (3.5-hour transfer)
Shuttle reservations 30 days prior to your tour start are required. Reserve by emailing us. If you can't make the shuttle, you will be responsible for your own transportation.
*Note: Book your flight out of LIS after 2:30 p.m.
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- Roman ruins, rural paradise
- Alqueva reservoir, one of the world's best places for stargazing
- Artisan centers of pottery, winemaking and marble work
- Rugged coastline, surfing and the continent's most southwestern point
Your tour starts with a shuttle pick-up on Day 1 (your spot is already reserved on this shuttle):
- Meeting Time: 9:15 am
- Meeting Hotel: Hotel NH Collection Lisboa Liberdade
We do not stay at this hotel as a group and would recommend you book your preferred arrangement at your end if you wish to stay at this hotel. For other hotel recommendations in Lisbon and throughout Portugal, please refer to our list here.
Note:
As you are planning, remember that the hotels listed in our itineraries are our primary hotels and are - in rare cases - subject to change. Before you make arrangements, check with us if your tour departure is guaranteed. If your tour departure is out further than 6 months, please also check with us as there might be slight changes to the itinerary.
The below information will help you plan your arrival. For more tips or other routes, you might like Rome2Rio. The fare and timing information listed below is approximate.
We recommend flying into Lisbon Airport. (LIS)
Getting to the Meeting Hotel in Lisbon from the Lisbon Airport
- Taxi or Uber (25 min/EUR 15-20)
- or Aerobus (stop Tivoli Theater, right in front of the hotel) (50 min/EUR 3-4)
For more travel planning tips, including our packing lists, visit our Travel Planning Pages.
[tour_departure_info] =>We spend our last night of the tour in Sagres, about 200 miles from Lisbon. If you wish to stay in Sagres, where the tour ends, or head to other locations, note that Sagres is poorly connected by public transportation. The best option is to rent a car and the hotel can assist with this option. Buses are available but seasonal schedules apply and most schedules are restricted to morning hours as opposed to the afternoon.
The tour ends on the final day with an ExperiencePlus! shuttle drop-off at either- Lisbon airport (LIS); arrival at *2 p.m. (4-hour transfer)
- or Hotel NH Collection Lisboa Liberdade (same as meeting hotel); arrival at 2:30 p.m. (4.5-hour transfer)
Shuttle reservations 30 days prior to the tour start are required. Reserve by emailing us. If you can't make the shuttle, you will be responsible for your own transportation.
*Note: Book your flight out of LIS after 4:30 p.m.
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- cross a drawbridge and emerge from a dungeon,
- imbibe local calvados, chouchenn and pommeau,
- traverse a bridge to the world's most famous tidal island fortress, Mont-Saint-Michel
Meeting time 2 p.m. - on Day 1, meet your fellow cyclists and Tour Leaders at the Day 1 Hotel specified on the itinerary.
Note: As you are planning, remember that the hotels listed in our itineraries are our primary hotels and are - in rare cases - subject to change. Before you make arrangements, check with us if your tour departure is guaranteed. If your tour departure is out further than 6 months, please also check with us as there might be slight changes to the itinerary.
The below information will help you plan your arrival. For more tips or other routes, you might like Rome2Rio. The fare and timing information listed below is approximate.
We recommend flying into the Rennes (RNS) Airport. Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) is also a good option, with a 3-4.15 hour train ride away.
Flying into RNS:
- Taxi from the Rennes Airport to Rennes. (15 min/EUR 20)
- Train from Rennes to Saint-Malo. (less than 1 hour/fares vary)
- Either walk along a main avenue with a bit of traffic but with a good sidewalk.
- Hotel Chateaubriand for August 20 (see map)
- Hotel La Maison des Armateurs for August 27 (see map) - or take Bus No. 1 (direction Moulin) from Saint-Malo Train Station to Intra-Muros stop (6 min/EUR 2, purchase ticket on bus). Walk remaining distance to Day 1 Hotel. See map.
- Either walk along a main avenue with a bit of traffic but with a good sidewalk.
Look up French train schedules and book tickets, if necessary, at SNCF.com or Trainline.com. Questions? See our information on taking trains in Europe here or ask us.
[tour_departure_info] =>Your tour ends around 11:30am after guided tour of Mont Saint-Michel and its abbey
We recommend flying out of Paris de Gaulle Airport (CDG).
The below information will help you plan your departure. For more tips or other routes, you might like Rome2Rio.
- The closest airport to the tour end is Rennes (RNS), but you will need to connect through Paris or another hub for international flights. Book your home-bound flight for the next day.
Flying out of CDG
- Taxi from the Ending Hotel to the Pontorson train station. (15 min/EUR 15)
- OR Keolis shuttle bus from the Ending Hotel to the Pontorson train station. Bus stop is about 300 m from the hotel. (20 min/EUR 3)
- Train from Pontorson to Paris Roissy Charles de Gaulle Airport. (5 -7 hours/fares vary)
- cross a drawbridge and emerge from a dungeon,
- imbibe local calvados, chouchenn and pommeau,
- traverse a causeway to the world's most famous tidal island fortress,
- watch a giant church bell made by "deaf" artisans, or
- touch history at Normandy's beaches.
Meeting time 2 p.m. - on Day 1, meet your fellow cyclists and Tour Leaders at the Day 1 Hotel specified on the itinerary.
Note: As you are planning, remember that the hotels listed in our itineraries are our primary hotels and are - in rare cases - subject to change. Before you make arrangements, check with us if your tour departure is guaranteed. If your tour departure is out further than 6 months, please also check with us as there might be slight changes to the itinerary.
The below information will help you plan your arrival. For more tips or other routes, you might like Rome2Rio. The fare and timing information listed below is approximate.
We recommend flying into the Rennes (RNS) Airport. Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) is also a good option, with a 3-4.15 hour train ride away.
Flying into RNS:
- Taxi from the Rennes Airport to Rennes. (15 min/EUR 20)
- Train from Rennes to Saint-Malo. (less than 1 hour/fares vary)
- Either walk along a main avenue with a bit of traffic but with a good sidewalk.
- Hotel Chateaubriand for August 20 (see map)
- Hotel La Maison des Armateurs for August 27 (see map) - or take Bus No. 1 (direction Moulin) from Saint-Malo Train Station to Intra-Muros stop (6 min/EUR 2, purchase ticket on bus). Walk remaining distance to Day 1 Hotel. See map.
- Either walk along a main avenue with a bit of traffic but with a good sidewalk.
Look up French train schedules and book tickets, if necessary, at SNCF.com or Trainline.com. Questions? See our information on taking trains in Europe here or ask us.
[tour_departure_info] =>Your tour ends on the final day after breakfast.
The below information will help you plan your departure. For more tips or other routes, you might like Rome2Rio.
We recommend flying out of Paris de Gaulle Airport (CDG).
- The closest airport to the tour end is Caen (CFR), but you will need to connect through Paris or another hub for international flights. Book your home-bound flight for the next day.
Flying out of CDG:
- Taxi from the Ending Hotel to the Bayeux train station (5 min/EUR 10)
- Train from Bayeux to Paris Roissy Charles de Gaulle Airport. (4.5-6.5 hours/fares vary)
Extend this tour 3 more days join us on our Cycling Corsica Plus! Beaches and Bonifacio [tour_highlights] => Mountain scenery, Extraordinary coastal scenery, French and Mediterranean food, Picturesque villages, Beautiful Pisan and Genoese churches, Fabulous beaches, Impressive watchtowers along the coast, Wine Tasting. [includes] => 8 days, 7 nights accommodation; meals as noted in itinerary, wine tasting; shuttle to Figari Sud-Corse Airport Day 8and the usual (see below). [begin_end] => Bastia / Pinarello [arrive_depart] => Bastia / Shuttle to Figari Sud-Corse Airport [total_distance] => 297-355 km (183 - 219 miles) [tour_average_daily_distance] => 59 km (36 miles) [rating_copy] => [include_usual] => true [smugmug_key] => cGzJf8 [tour_page_title] => Cycling Corsica | French Guided Bike Tour [tour_main_header] => Cycling in Corsica [tour_banner_photo_url] => assets/images/banner/tours/Corsica_2590x880.jpg [tour_meta_description] => Enclosed in palm trees and a sea of cobalt blue, the birthplace of Napoleon is a cyclist's dream. [tour_thumb_url] => assets/images/square/tours/CorsicaPlus_400x400.jpg [ep_tour_what_to_expect] => true [tour_style] => Classic [tour_alt_text_banner] => Cycle along the stunnign coastline of Corsica on this guided bike tour in France. [smugmug_link] => https://experienceplus.smugmug.com/Our-Tours-by-Country/France/Corsica [tour_arrival_info] =>
Meeting time 2 p.m. - on Day 1, meet your fellow cyclists and Tour Leaders at the Day 1 Hotel specified on the itinerary.
Note:As you are planning, remember that the hotels listed in our itineraries are our primary hotels and are - in rare cases - subject to change. Before you make arrangements, check with us if your tour departure is guaranteed. If your tour departure is out further than 6 months, please also check with us as there might be slight changes to the itinerary.
The below information will help you plan your arrival. For more tips or other routes, you might like Rome2Rio. The fare and timing information listed below is approximate.
We recommend flying into the Bastia Poretta Airport (BIA).
Although there are no direct international flights to the island of Corsica, London, Paris, Marseille and Nice all serve this airport regularly.
Getting to the Day 1 Hotel
- Taxi from the airport to the Day 1 hotel (30 min/EUR 45-60)
Or public transportation
- Shuttle Bus from the airport to central station (45 min/EUR 10)
- Walk from central station to taxi stand or Tourist Information where you will find a taxi stand or the Tourist Information will arrange one for you (2 mins)
- Taxi from central station to hotel (10 min/EUR 10-12)
If you are planning to arrive by Ferry from France or Italy, you will find information on arriving from Marseille, Nice and Toulon in English at Corsica-ferries.co.uk (travel time 3.5 to 10 hours). For Ferries from Italy (Genoa, Livorno and Piombino), you can find information at Mobylines.com (travel time 4-10 hours).
[tour_departure_info] =>Our tour ends on the final day with a shuttle drop-off at the Figari Sud-Corse airport (FSC). (Bastia Poretta Airport (BIA) is 2 hours away).
Complimentary ExperiencePlus! shuttle on the last day of the tour. Reservations required. Please make your shuttle reservation by emailing us no later than 30 days prior to your tour start date:
Shuttle departure 9 a.m., arrival at the airport around 10:30a.m. (transfer time around 1 hour)
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- Córdoba and Seville, two of the most culturally significant and fascinating cities in Spain
- Guided visit of the Mezquita de Córdoba
- Bicycle through orange and ancient olive groves
- Stay in restored convents, historic country estates and palaces!
- Explore the Roman and medieval towns of the Guadalquivir River
Meeting time 2 p.m. - on Day 1, meet your fellow cyclists and Tour Leaders at the Day 1 Hotel specified on the itinerary.
Note:As you are planning, remember that the hotels listed in our itineraries are our primary hotels and are - in rare cases - subject to change. Before you make arrangements, check with us if your tour departure is guaranteed. If your tour departure is out further than 6 months, please also check with us as there might be slight changes to the itinerary.
The below information will help you plan your arrival. For more tips or other routes, you might like Rome2Rio. The fare and timing information listed below is approximate.
Flying into Seville (SVQ):
- Taxi to the Day 1 Hotel (20 min/EUR 25)
Flying into Madrid (MAD):
- Metro from the airport to Atocha Train Station (50 min/EUR 5) OR Taxi (25 min/EUR 30)
- Train From Madrid Atocha to Sevilla Santa Justa (3 hours/fares vary)
- Taxi From the Sevilla Santa Justa train station to the Day 1 Hotel (10 min/EUR 10-15)
Look up Spanish train schedules at Renfe.com or Trainline.eu. Questions? See our information on taking trains in Europe here or ask us.
[tour_departure_info] =>Your trip ends after a guided tour of the Alhambra so be sure to schedule flights after 3:00 p.m.
The below information will help you plan your departure. For more tips or other routes, you might like Rome2Rio.
Flying out of Granada Airport (GRX):
- Taxi from the ending hotel (30 min/EUR 20-25)
Estimated train travel times from Granada to other destinations in Spain:
- Madrid 4 hours
- Seville 3 hours 15 min
Look up Spanish train schedules at Renfe.com or Trainline.eu. Questions? See our information on taking trains in Europe here or ask us.
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Meeting time 2 p.m. - on Day 1, meet your fellow cyclists and Tour Leaders at the Day 1 Hotel specified on the itinerary.
Note:
As you are planning, remember that the hotels listed in our itineraries are our primary hotels and are - in rare cases - subject to change. Before you make arrangements, check with us if your tour departure is guaranteed. If your tour departure is out further than 6 months, please also check with us as there might be slight changes to the itinerary.
The below information will help you plan your arrival. For more tips or other routes, you might like Rome2Rio. The fare and timing information listed below is approximate.
We recommend flying into the Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP). If you arrive from within Europe, you will likely arrive at the Milano Linate Airport (LIN).
Arriving at Milano Malpensa and continuing to Intra-Verbania:
- Airport Shuttle from the Malpensa terminal to Verbania Pallanza (stop is called Piazza Antonio Gramsci) (reservations required but payment in cash only on board) (1.5 hours/EUR 15)
- Taxi from the bus stop to the hotel (5 min/EUR 10).
Or:
- Taxi from the Malpensa Airport to the Day Hotel (1 hour/EUR 200 minimum)
Look up Italian train schedules at Trenitalia.com or Trainline.eu. Questions? See our information on taking trains in Europe here or ask us.
[tour_departure_info] =>Your trip ends on the final day after breakfast.
The below information will help you plan your departure. For more tips or other routes, you might like Rome2Rio.
The closest Airport is Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP):
- Walk from June ending hotel/September ending hotel to the Como Nord Lago train station (5 min)
- Train from Como Nord Lago to Malpensa Aeroporto (pre-booking not necessary) (1 hour 18 min/fares vary)
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Your tour starts with a complimentary ExperiencePlus! shuttle pick-up at 11 am. The meeting place is the cafe-bar "Roma già Talmone" right by the Torino Porta Nuova train station, where you can grab a snack for the drive. The drive will take 1.5 hours. Your spot on the shuttle is already reserved for you.
If you cannot make the shuttle, you will be responsible for your own transportation to Cuneo (1-1.5 hours by train, or private transfer through hotel, around EUR 130.)
As you are planning, remember that the hotels listed in our itineraries are our primary hotels and are - in rare cases - subject to change. Before you make arrangements, check with us if your tour departure is guaranteed. If your tour departure is out further than 6 months, please also check with us as there might be slight changes to the itinerary.
The below information will help you plan your arrival. For more tips or other routes, you might like Rome2Rio. The fare and timing information listed below is approximate.
We recommend flying into the Turin Airport (TRN).
Arriving at Torino Airport and continuing to the train station:
- Arriva Bus from the Torino Airport to Torino Porta Nuova train station (every 20 minutes; 50 min/EUR 7-8)
- or Taxi (30 min/EUR 40-45)
From the train station to the meeting point for the ExperiencePlus! shuttle:
- Walk about 2 minutes (see a map here)
Your trip ends on the final day after breakfast.
The below information will help you plan your departure. For more tips or other routes, you might like Rome2Rio.
The closest airport to the tour end is Turin Airport (TRN).
- Taxi from the ending hotel to the Asti train station (5 min/EUR 10)
- Train from Asti to Torino Puerta Nuova. No need to pre-book train tickets (40 min/fares vary by class and connection chosen)
- Arriva Bus to the Torino Airport (every 20 minutes; 50 min/EUR 7-8)
- or Taxi (30 min/EUR 40-45)
You can also fly out of the Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
Trains take about 3.5 hours to the airport (Malpensa Aeroporto T1). Pre-booking is recommended.
Look up Italian train schedules at Trenitalia.com or Trainline.com. Questions? See our information on taking trains in Europe here or ask us.
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Your tour starts with a complimentary ExperiencePlus! shuttle pick-up at 11 am. The meeting place is the cafe-bar "Roma già Talmone" right by the Torino Porta Nuova train station, where you can grab a snack for the drive. The drive will take 1.5 hours. Your spot on the shuttle is already reserved for you.
If you cannot make the shuttle, you will be responsible for your own transportation to Cuneo (1-1.5 hours by train, or private transfer through hotel, around EUR 130.)
As you are planning, remember that the hotels listed in our itineraries are our primary hotels and are - in rare cases - subject to change. Before you make arrangements, check with us if your tour departure is guaranteed. If your tour departure is out further than 6 months, please also check with us as there might be slight changes to the itinerary.
The below information will help you plan your arrival. For more tips or other routes, you might like Rome2Rio. The fare and timing information listed below is approximate.
We recommend flying into the Turin Airport (TRN).
Arriving at Torino Airport and continuing to the train station:
- Arriva Bus from the Torino Airport to Torino Porta Nuova train station (every 20 minutes; 50 min/EUR 7-8)
- or Taxi (30 min/EUR 40-45)
From the train station to the meeting point for the ExperiencePlus! shuttle:
- Walk about 2 minutes (see a map here)
Your trip ends on the final day after breakfast.
The below information will help you plan your departure. For more tips or other routes, you might like Rome2Rio.
We recommend flying out of the Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP):
- Taxi to the bus stop (5min/EUR 10)
- Airport Shuttle from Intra-Verbania to the Malpensa airport (reservations required but payment in cash only on board) (1.5 hours/EUR 15). Click here for time table.
- Or: Taxi from the Ending Hotel to the Malpensa Airport (1 hour/EUR 200 minimum)
*Note: If you are planning to depart by train, the train station name is Verbania-Pallanza. It is located 10km outside of the village. A taxi to the train station from the Ending Hotel costs EUR 20-25.
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All four are listed on the UNESCO list of World Heritage Sites and each one is spectacularly beautiful. ***Continue your exploration of Sicily and join us to for the Grand Cycling Tour of Sicily which includes Cycle Southwestern Sicily's Ancient Mediterranean Cities and we'll include a shuttle to Agrigento where the tour begins.*** [tour_highlights] => UNESCO World Heritage Sites in the valle di Noto, Syracuse, Rural countryside accommodations with pools, Olive oil tasting, Beaches and swimming opportunities, Archaeological site of Cava d'Ispica. 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Note:As you are planning, remember that the hotels listed in our itineraries are our primary hotels and are - in rare cases - subject to change. Before you make arrangements, check with us if your tour departure is guaranteed. If your tour departure is out further than 6 months, please also check with us as there might be slight changes to the itinerary.
The below information will help you plan your arrival. For more tips or other routes, you might like Rome2Rio. The fare and timing information listed below is approximate.
We recommend flying into the Catania Airport (CTA).
- Interbus from Catania Airport to Siracusa Corso Umberto 196 Terminal Bus (the last stop) (1 hour 15 min/EUR 6.20)
- Taxi from the bus stop to the Day 1 hotel. If there is no taxi at the bus stop, walk to the central station square where you will find plenty of taxis (10 min/EUR 12-15)
- Or hotel transfer from the Catania Airport to the Day 1 Hotel (1 hour/fare varies by number of passengers and time of day)
Note: Sicily is not an entirely train-friendly region and on some routes train travel can take several hours with various changes. We recommend using the efficient bus network instead.
[tour_departure_info] =>The tour ends on the final day after breakfast.
We recommend flying out of Catania (CTA)
The below information will help you plan your departure. For more tips or other routes, you might like Rome2Rio.
Flying out of CTA:
- Hotel transfer from the ending hotel to the Catania Airport (1.5 hours/EUR 140 per car, up to 4 people)
- Or Bus from Largo Antonio Gramsci bus stop to the Catania Airport (2 hours 55 min/EUR 10-15)
- We recommend not drinking the tap water in Sicily. While tap water in Europe is generally safe to drink, Sicily is different. We will provide bottled water on tour. If you arrive early, we recommend you drink bottled water also.
- We will have a free night in Ragusa on Day 5, where you can choose to dine at Michelin restaurants if you wish. If you’d like to enjoy an evening at either Locanda don Serafino (1 Michelin star) or Ciccio Sultano Duomo (2 Michelin stars), we recommend you make reservations online in advance.
Meeting time 2 p.m. (don't be late or you'll miss the excellent guided visit of the Temples!) - on Day 1, meet your fellow cyclists and Tour Leaders at the Day 1 Hotel specified on the itinerary.
Note: As you are planning, remember that the hotels listed in our itineraries are our primary hotels and are - in rare cases - subject to change. Before you make arrangements, check with us if your tour departure is guaranteed. If your tour departure is out further than 6 months, please also check with us as there might be slight changes to the itinerary.
The below information will help you plan your arrival. For more tips or other routes, you might like Rome2Rio. The fare and timing information listed below is approximate.
We recommend flying into the Catania Airport (CTA).
- Taxi to Catania Centrale train station (20 min/EUR 25 (for 2 people))
- Train from Catania to Agrigento Centrale (4.5 hours/Fares vary, no advance booking necessary)
- Taxi from the Agrigento train station to the Day 1 hotel. (10 min/EUR 10-15)
- Or hotel transfer from the Catania Airport to the Day 1 Hotel (2.5 hours/fare varies by number of passengers and time of day)
Note: Sicily is not an entirely train-friendly region and on some routes train travel can take several hours with various changes, so it's not as convenient as in other Italian regions. However, for the route above, the bus service has been suspended, so the train is the best options to get from Catania to Agrigento at this time.
[tour_departure_info] =>Your trip ends on the final day after breakfast.
The below information will help you plan your departure. For more tips or other routes, you might like Rome2Rio.
Flying out of the Trapani Airport (TPS):
- Taxi* from the ending hotel to the Trapani Airport (30min/EUR 35-40)
- Or AST Bus from Trapani Porto (Tour Leaders or hotel staff can assist) (40 min/EUR 5)
If you choose to fly out of Palermo (PMO):
- Taxi* from the ending hotel to the Palermo Airport (1 hour/EUR 120 for 1 to max. 4 persons)
- Or Segesta Autolinee Bus from Trapani Porto to Palermo Airport (Tour Leaders or hotel staff can assist) (1 hour 10 min/EUR 10)
*See taxi tariffs for Trapani and the region.
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[tour_highlights] => UNESCO World Heritage Sites in the valle di Noto, Syracuse, Rural countryside accommodations with pools, Olive oil tasting, Beaches and swimming opportunities, Agrigento, Lunch at Caltabellotta, Guided walk of Selinunte, Marsala wines, Erice, Trapani, Archaeological site of Cava d'Ispica. [includes] => 14 days, 13 nights accommodation; meals as noted in itinerary; olive press visit and tasting; guided walk of Valle dei Templi and Selinunte; wine tasting; Marsala wine tasting [begin_end] => Siracusa (Syracuse in English) / Trapani [arrive_depart] => Catania Airport (CTA) / Palermo Falcone Borsellino Airport (PMO) or Vincenzo Florio Airport Trapani-Birgi (TPS) [total_distance] => 709km (438 miles) [tour_average_daily_distance] => 64km (40 miles) [rating_copy] => [include_usual] => true [smugmug_key] => rtcBsZ [tour_page_title] => 14-Day Bike Tour in Sicily | Guided Italy Cycling Tours [tour_main_header] => Grand Cycling Tour of Sicily [tour_banner_photo_url] => assets/images/banner/Italy-2560x860-sicily-banner.jpg [tour_thumb_url] => assets/images/square/tours/GrandSicily-400x400.jpg [ep_tour_what_to_expect] => true [tour_style] => Classic [tour_meta_description] => Explore the UNESCO-listed streets of Syracuse, the Greek temples of Agrigento and the Baroque towns of the Valle di Noto during a 14-day bike tour in Sicily [tour_alt_text_banner] => Explore both coasts of Sicily on our guided bike tour in Sicily [smugmug_link] => https://experienceplus.smugmug.com/Our-Tours-by-Country/Italy/Grand-Tour-of-Sicily [tour_arrival_info] =>Meeting time 2 p.m. - on Day 1, meet your fellow cyclists and Tour Leaders at the Day 1 Hotel specified on the itinerary.
Note:As you are planning, remember that the hotels listed in our itineraries are our primary hotels and are - in rare cases - subject to change. Before you make arrangements, check with us if your tour departure is guaranteed. If your tour departure is out further than 6 months, please also check with us as there might be slight changes to the itinerary.
The below information will help you plan your arrival. For more tips or other routes, you might like Rome2Rio. The fare and timing information listed below is approximate.
We recommend flying into the Catania Airport (CTA).
- Interbus from Catania Airport to Siracusa Corso Umberto 196 Terminal Bus (the last stop) (1 hour 15 min/EUR 6.20)
- Taxi from the bus stop to the Day 1 hotel. If there is no taxi at the bus stop, walk to the central station square where you will find plenty of taxis (10 min/EUR 12-15)
- Or hotel transfer from the Catania Airport to the Day 1 Hotel (1 hour/fare varies by number of passengers and time of day)
Note: Sicily is not an entirely train-friendly region and on some routes train travel can take several hours with various changes. We recommend using the efficient bus network instead.
[tour_departure_info] =>Your trip ends on the final day after breakfast.
The below information will help you plan your departure. For more tips or other routes, you might like Rome2Rio.
Flying out of the Trapani Airport (TPS):
- Taxi* from the ending hotel to the Trapani Airport (30min/EUR 35-40)
- Or AST Bus from Trapani Porto (Tour Leaders or hotel staff can assist) (40 min/EUR 5)
If you choose to fly out of Palermo (PMO):
- Taxi* from the ending hotel to the Palermo Airport (1 hour/EUR 120 for 1 to max. 4 persons)
- Or Segesta Autolinee Bus from Trapani Porto to Palermo Airport (Tour Leaders or hotel staff can assist) (1 hour 10 min/EUR 10)
*See taxi tariffs for Trapani and the region.
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- We will have a free night in Ragusa on Day 5, where you can choose to dine at Michelin restaurants if you wish. If you’d like to enjoy an evening at either Locanda don Serafino (1 Michelin star) or Ciccio Sultano Duomo (2 Michelin stars), we recommend you make reservations online in advance.
***If this sounds great but you'd prefer a shorter tour, check out our Cycling Italy's Lakes District tour.*** [tour_highlights] => Lake Maggiore, Stresa, Lake Lugano, Lugano, Switzerland, Campione d'Italia, Lake Como, Madonna del Ghisallo Bicycle Museum, Four 2-night stays, Bergamo Alta, Monte Isola, Franciacorta sparkling wine tasting, Lake Garda [includes] => 11 days, 10 nights accommodation; meals as noted in itinerary, 1 wine tastings; Bergamo Alta guided tour; ferry crossings [begin_end] => Verbania / Salò [arrive_depart] => Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) [total_distance] => 410 km (253 miles) [tour_average_daily_distance] => 51 km (32 miles) [rating_copy] => This is a hilly/mountainous area so be prepared for some steep climbs and descents most every day. [include_usual] => true [smugmug_key] => FKxNxh [tour_page_title] => 11-Day Bike Tour in Italy's Lake District | Guided Italy Cycling Tours [tour_main_header] => Cycling Italy's Lakes District Plus! [tour_banner_photo_url] => assets/images/banner/tours/lakesplus2590x880.jpg [ep_tour_what_to_expect] => true [tour_style] => Classic [tour_meta_description] => Cycle from Lake Maggiore to Lake Como and the shores of Lake Garda during an 11-day bike tour in Italy's Lake District, famed for its historic villas and exotic botanical gardens [tour_alt_text_banner] => Exploring the Lakes District of Italy on this guided bike tour. [smugmug_link] => https://experienceplus.smugmug.com/Our-Tours-by-Country/Italy/LakesDistrict [tour_thumb_url] => assets/images/square/tours/lakes-plus400x400.jpg [tour_arrival_info] =>
Meeting time 2 p.m. - on Day 1, meet your fellow cyclists and Tour Leaders at the Day 1 Hotel specified on the itinerary.
Note:
As you are planning, remember that the hotels listed in our itineraries are our primary hotels and are - in rare cases - subject to change. Before you make arrangements, check with us if your tour departure is guaranteed. If your tour departure is out further than 6 months, please also check with us as there might be slight changes to the itinerary.
The below information will help you plan your arrival. For more tips or other routes, you might like Rome2Rio. The fare and timing information listed below is approximate.
We recommend flying into the Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP). If you arrive from within Europe, you will likely arrive at the Milano Linate Airport (LIN).
Arriving at Milano Malpensa and continuing to Intra-Verbania:
- Airport Shuttle from the Malpensa terminal to Verbania Pallanza (stop is called Piazza Antonio Gramsci) (reservations required but payment in cash only on board) (1.5 hours/EUR 15)
- Taxi from the bus stop to the hotel (5 min/EUR 10).
Or:
- Taxi from the Malpensa Airport to the Day Hotel (1 hour/EUR 200 minimum)
Look up Italian train schedules at Trenitalia.com or Trainline.eu. Questions? See our information on taking trains in Europe here or ask us.
[tour_departure_info] =>Your trip ends on the final day with a complimentary shuttle drop-off at the Desenzano train station, arriving at around 11:00 a.m. (your spot on the shuttle is already reserved). From Desenzano you will have frequent connections to Verona, Milan, Florence and Venice.
The below information will help you plan your departure. For more tips or other routes, you might like Rome2Rio.
We recommend flying out of Verona (VRN) or Milan (MXP)
Flying out of Verona:
- Train from Desenzano Del Garda-Sirmione to Verona Porta Nuova (20-30 min/fares vary)
- Airport Shuttle from Verona Porta Nuova to Verona Airport (15 min/EUR 6)
Flying out of Milano Malpensa:
- Train from Desenzano Del Garda-Sirmione to Malpensa Aeroporto (change at Milano Centrale) (2 hours to to 2 hours and 40 min/fares vary)
- Or taxi from ending hotel to the Malpensa Airport (2 hours 10 min/EUR 200-250)
We'll pedal through lush valleys, stopping to explore Incan ruins, deserts, cloudforest, and wine country. The grand finale is a ride through the twisted and dazzling geological formations of Quebrada de las Conchas.
***Extend this bicycle tour by 4 days. Click here to review our Bicycling Northern Argentina Plus! the Ruins of Quilmes.***
Is cycling in South America for you? Check out our What to expect: Cycling in South America page.
[tour_highlights] => Ruins of Tilcara--the Pucará, Salta, goat cheese tasting, Purmamarca's Cerro de Siete Colores, the Mountain of Seven Colors, UNESCO World Heritage Site Quebrada de Humahuaca, Geological formations at Quebrada de las Conchas, Colorful deserts, Incan ruins, Rides through lush green valleys, quiet villages, and wine country [includes] => Shuttle to Salta airport at the tour end; 8 days, 7 nights accommodation; Guided tour in Salta; meals as noted in itinerary. [begin_end] => Salta / Shuttle back to Salta [arrive_depart] => Salta Int'l Airport (SLA). There might be a reciprocity entry fee for entering Argentina through an international airport. [total_distance] => 383 - 463 km (236 - 286 miles) [tour_average_daily_distance] => 64 - 77 km (40 - 48 miles) [rating_copy] => Some high elevations and strong winds are possible. Varying road surface quality. [include_usual] => true [smugmug_key] => VcQfrJ [tour_page_title] => 8-Day Bike Tour in Northern Argentina | Guided Argentina Cycling Tours [tour_main_header] => Bicycling Northern Argentina [tour_banner_photo_url] => assets/images/banner/tours/NOA 2590x880.jpg [tour_thumb_url] => assets/images/square/tours/NoA-thumb.jpg [tour_alt_text_banner] => Explore the colorful landscapes of Argentina on this guided bike tour. [tour_meta_description] => Explore the lush valleys, wine country and Incan ruins of Northern Argentina during an 8-day bike tour, including a ride through the spectacular geological formations of Quebrada de las Conchas [ep_tour_what_to_expect] => true [tour_style] => Classic [tour_remarks] => Road surface quality varies significantly expect sections of rough chip seal and potholes. Because there are very few roads in this area we'll shuttle in and out of towns to avoid traffic. [smugmug_link] => https://experienceplus.smugmug.com/Our-Tours-by-Country/Argentina/NOA [tour_arrival_info] =>Meeting time 2 p.m. - on Day 1, meet your fellow cyclists and Tour Leaders at the Day 1 Hotel specified on the itinerary.
Note:As you are planning, remember that the hotels listed in our itineraries are our primary hotels and are - in rare cases - subject to change. Before you make arrangements, check with us if your tour departure is guaranteed. If your tour departure is out further than 6 months, please also check with us as there might be slight changes to the itinerary.
The below information will help you plan your arrival. For more tips or other routes, you might like Rome2Rio. The fare and timing information listed below is approximate.
We recommend flying into the Salta Airport (SLA).
- Taxi from the Salta Airport to the Day 1 Hotel (25-30 min/1,000 pesos).
A Note on Flights: For information on transferring between Buenos Aires’ international and domestic airports see our information here.
[tour_departure_info] =>Your trip ends on the final day after the complimentary ExperiencePlus! shuttle either drops you off in Salta town or at the Salta Airport (your spot on the shuttle is already reserved for you). Take note of the shuttle drop-off times below and plan accordingly.
If you can't make the shuttle, then you will be responsible for your own transportation. It's about a 3-hour drive or a day trip on public transportation.
Two complimentary ExperiencePlus! shuttle options:
- Option A: Drop-off at the Salta Airport at 12 noon
- Option B: Drop off at around 12:30 p.m. at the Meeting Hotel in Salta specified in the arrival instructions
- QUEBRADA DE LAS CONCHAS - See these twisted, dazzling geological formations.
- PURMAMARCA - Visit a gorgeous small village situated at the base of a mountain of seven colors: a hub for artisans from Argentina, Peru and Bolivia.
- CUESTA DE LIPAN - this pass is rightfully gaining notoriety with cyclists throughout the world. See wild guanaco, and llama as you ascend 26+ switchbacks before reaching the 13,600 foot summit.
- QUILMES - Explore these justly famous ruins.
- THE CANYONS OF CAFAYATE - Hike these gorgeous canyons.
Is cycling in South America for you? Check out our What to expect: Cycling in South America page.
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Note:As you are planning, remember that the hotels listed in our itineraries are our primary hotels and are - in rare cases - subject to change. Before you make arrangements, check with us if your tour departure is guaranteed. If your tour departure is out further than 6 months, please also check with us as there might be slight changes to the itinerary.
The below information will help you plan your arrival. For more tips or other routes, you might like Rome2Rio. The fare and timing information listed below is approximate.
We recommend flying into the Salta Airport (SLA).
- Taxi from the Salta Airport to the Day 1 Hotel (25-30 min/1,000 pesos).
A Note on Flights: For information on transferring between Buenos Aires’ international and domestic airports see our information here.
[tour_departure_info] =>Your trip ends on the final day after breakfast.
The below information will help you plan your departure. For more tips or other routes, you might like Rome2Rio.
We recommend flying out of Tucuman Airport (TUC)
- Taxi from the Ending Hotel to the Tucuman Airport (20-25min/1,200 pesos).
- Córdoba and Granada - two of the most important historical and culturally fascinating cities in Spain.
- Guided visits of the Alhambra and Mezquita de Cordoba.
- Bicycle through ancient olive groves and sample some of the world's finest olive oil.
- Unique and welcoming accommodations including restored convents, castles, renaissance palaces, and a refurbished Hacienda where you will learn about local agriculture.
Meeting time 2 p.m. - on Day 1, meet your fellow cyclists and Tour Leaders at the Day 1 Hotel specified on the itinerary.
Note: As you are planning, remember that the hotels listed in our itineraries are our primary hotels and are - in rare cases - subject to change. Before you make arrangements, check with us if your tour departure is guaranteed. If your tour departure is out further than 6 months, please also check with us as there might be slight changes to the itinerary.The below information will help you plan your arrival. For more tips or other routes, you might like Rome2Rio. The fare and timing information listed below is approximate.
We recommend flying into Seville (SVQ) or Madrid (MAD).
Flying into SVQ:
- Bus "EA" from the Seville Airport to Estación de Santa Justa (25-30 min intervals, tickets purchased on board) (30 min/EUR 4) Or Taxi (15 min/EUR 25)
- Train from Sevilla Santa Justa to Cordoba Central (45 min/fares vary)
- Taxi from Cordoba train station to the Day 1 Hotel (10 min/EUR 15)
Flying into MAD:
- Metro to Madrid Atocha train station (50 min/EUR 5) or taxi (25 min/EUR 30)
- Train from Madrid Atocha to Cordoba Central station (2 hours/fares vary)
- Taxi from Cordoba train station to the day 1 hotel (10 min/EUR 15)
Look up Spanish train schedules at Renfe.com or Trainline.eu. Questions? See our information on taking trains in Europe here or ask us.
[tour_departure_info] =>Your trip ends after a guided tour of the Alhambra so be sure to schedule flights after 3:00 p.m.
The below information will help you plan your departure. For more tips or other routes, you might like Rome2Rio.
Flying out of Granada Airport (GRX):
- Taxi from the ending hotel (30 min/EUR 20-25)
Estimated train travel times from Granada to other destinations in Spain:
- Madrid 4 hours
- Seville 3 hours 15 min
Look up Spanish train schedules at Renfe.com or Trainline.eu. Questions? See our information on taking trains in Europe here or ask us.
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- Cordoba and Seville, two of the most culturally significant and fascinating cities in Spain.
- Guided visit of the Mezquita de Cordoba.
- Bicycle through orange and ancient olive groves.
- Stay in restored convents, historic country estates and palaces!
- Explore the roman and medieval towns of the Guadalquivir River
Meeting time 2 p.m. - on Day 1, meet your fellow cyclists and Tour Leaders at the Day 1 Hotel specified on the itinerary.
Note:As you are planning, remember that the hotels listed in our itineraries are our primary hotels and are - in rare cases - subject to change. Before you make arrangements, check with us if your tour departure is guaranteed. If your tour departure is out further than 6 months, please also check with us as there might be slight changes to the itinerary.
The below information will help you plan your arrival. For more tips or other routes, you might like Rome2Rio. The fare and timing information listed below is approximate.
Flying into Seville (SVQ):
- Taxi to the Day 1 Hotel (20 min/EUR 25)
Flying into Madrid (MAD):
- Metro from the airport to Atocha Train Station (50 min/EUR 5) OR Taxi (25 min/EUR 30)
- Train From Madrid Atocha to Sevilla Santa Justa (3 hours/fares vary)
- Taxi From the Sevilla Santa Justa train station to the Day 1 Hotel (10 min/EUR 10-15)
Look up Spanish train schedules at Renfe.com or Trainline.eu. Questions? See our information on taking trains in Europe here or ask us.
[tour_departure_info] =>Your tour ends on the final day after breakfast
The below information will help you plan your departure. For more tips or other routes, you might like Rome2Rio.
The airport closest to the tour end is Seville Airport (SVQ), however Madrid (MAD) offers more connections.
Getting to Madrid:
- Taxi from the Ending Hotel to the Cordoba train station (10 min/EUR 15)
- Train from Cordoba Central to Madrid Atocha (2 hours/fares vary)
- Metro from Atocha to the airport (50 min/EUR 5) OR taxi (25 min EUR 30)
Look up Spanish train schedules at Renfe.com or Trainline.eu. Questions? See our information on taking trains in Europe here or ask us.
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Our tour gives you a chance to enjoy Dolomitic landscapes, learn about the peculiar local history as well as discover hidden corners where life still flows as if tourism never got there. Spend 8 days exploring breathtaking mountain roads, pedaling through ancient forests where Nature sets the rhythm of life. All the while enjoying traditional Tyrolean meals and top quality local wines.***Extend this bicycle tour by 3 days. Click here to review our Cycling the Dolomites Plus! the Sella Massif*** [includes] => 8 days, 7 nights accommodation; meals as noted in itinerary; wine tasting; essential oil distillery visit [begin_end] => Bolzano ("Bozen" in German) / Cortina [arrive_depart] => Innsbruck (INN) or Venice (VCE) [total_distance] => 305 km (190 miles). Extra Ride: 14 km (9 miles). [tour_average_daily_distance] => 61 km (38 miles) [rating_copy] => [include_usual] => true [smugmug_key] => nrBs5M [tour_page_title] => 8-Day Bike Tour in the Italian Alps | Guided Italy Cycling Tours [tour_main_header] => Cycling Italy's Dolomites [tour_alt_text_banner] => Cycling Italy's Dolomites [tour_style] => Classic [ep_tour_what_to_expect] => true [smugmug_link] => https://experienceplus.smugmug.com/Our-Tours-by-Country/Italy/Cycling-the-Dolomites/Cycling-Italys-Dolomites-Plus-the-Sella-Ronda [tour_thumb_url] => assets/images/square/tours/dolomites-400x400.jpg [tour_highlights] => The Dolomites!, Multiple two night stays, Unique part of German speaking Italy, Well-maintained long distance bike paths, Cortina [tour_arrival_info] =>
Meeting time 2 p.m. - on Day 1, meet your fellow cyclists and Tour Leaders at the Day 1 Hotel specified on the itinerary.
Note:As you are planning, remember that the hotels listed in our itineraries are our primary hotels and are - in rare cases - subject to change. Before you make arrangements, check with us if your tour departure is guaranteed. If your tour departure is out further than 6 months, please also check with us as there might be slight changes to the itinerary.
The below information will help you plan your arrival. For more tips or other routes, you might like Rome2Rio. The fare and timing information listed below is approximate.
We recommend flying into the Innsbruck Airport (INN):
- Taxi from Innsbruck Airport to Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof (20 min/EUR 20-15)
- Train from Innsbruck Hbf to Bolzano Bozen (2 hours/fares vary)
- Taxi from the Bolzano Central Station to the Day 1 Hotel (5 min/EUR 10)
Look up Austrian train schedules at Oebb.at or Trainline.eu. Questions? See our information on taking trains in Europe here or ask us.
[tour_departure_info] =>Your trip ends on the final day after breakfast.
The below information will help you plan your departure. For more tips or other routes, you might like Rome2Rio.
Flying out of the Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE)
- Taxi from the ending hotel to the Cortina central bus station (5 min/Eur 10)
- Cortina Express: Shuttle from Cortina to Venice Airport. Departures in the early morning, once a day. Advance purchase recommended (2 hours/EUR 12.50-22)
Cortina Express can also transfer directly to the Airport (2 hours/EUR 320).
Note: If you are planning to depart by train, the closest train station is Calalzo-Pieve di Cadore which can be reached by DolomitiBus in 1 hour. The bus schedule is available at dolomitibus.it.
[tour_remarks] =>We use charming and modern hotels but A/C or fans may not always be available since they haven't been needed traditionally. Read more on the use of air conditioning in Europe here.
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[tour_main_description] => The Italian Alps are renowned for their pristine rivers and streams, their exquisite cheeses and smoked hams but most of all for their most precious gem: the eastern most mountains called Dolomites, a paradise for any outdoor activity. Join us to pedal this region’s stunning valleys and passes, listed since 2009 as a UNESCO World Heritage site to recognize and preserve its “exceptional natural beauty”. Inhabited by ancient civilizations, traces of which got to us thanks to the finding of the mummy Otzi, these mountains also straddle a cultural boundary that gives us the best of Italian and Austrian-German cuisine, hospitality and blended history. Our tour gives you a chance to enjoy Dolomitic landscapes, learn about the peculiar local history as well as discover hidden corners where life still flows as if tourism never got there. Spend 11 days exploring breathtaking mountain roads, pedaling through ancient forests, and hiking Alpine trails where Nature sets the rhythm of life. All the while enjoying traditional Tyrolean meals and top quality local wines.***If this sounds great but you prefer a shorter tour. Join us for 8 days Cycling the Dolomites*** [includes] => 11 days, 10 nights accommodation; meals as noted in itinerary; wine tasting; essential oil distillery visit [begin_end] => Bolzano ("Bozen" in German)/ Shuttle to Brunico ("Bruneck" in German) [arrive_depart] => Innsbruck (INN) or Munich (MUC) [total_distance] => 434 km (278 miles). Extra mileage is available several days. 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[tour_arrival_info] =>
Meeting time 2 p.m. - on Day 1, meet your fellow cyclists and Tour Leaders at the Day 1 Hotel specified on the itinerary.
Note:As you are planning, remember that the hotels listed in our itineraries are our primary hotels and are - in rare cases - subject to change. Before you make arrangements, check with us if your tour departure is guaranteed. If your tour departure is out further than 6 months, please also check with us as there might be slight changes to the itinerary.
The below information will help you plan your arrival. For more tips or other routes, you might like Rome2Rio. The fare and timing information listed below is approximate.
We recommend flying into the Innsbruck Airport (INN):
- Taxi from Innsbruck Airport to Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof (20 min/EUR 20-15)
- Train from Innsbruck Hbf to Bolzano Bozen (2 hours/fares vary)
- Taxi from the Bolzano Central Station to the Day 1 Hotel (5 min/EUR 10)
Look up Austrian train schedules at Oebb.at or Trainline.eu. Questions? See our information on taking trains in Europe here or ask us.
[tour_departure_info] =>Your tour ends with a complimentary ExperiencePlus! shuttle drop-off at the Fortezza (Franzensfeste) train station on the final day of the tour around 11 a.m. Your spot on the shuttle is already reserved.
If you do not join the shuttle, you will be responsible for your own transportation
The below information will help you plan your departure. For more tips or other routes, you might like Rome2Rio. The fare and timing information listed below is approximate.
We suggest flying out of the Innsbruck Airport (INN):
- Train from Fortezza (Franzensfeste) to Innsbruck Hbf (1.5 hours/EUR 20).
- Taxi as described in arrival instructions
We use charming and modern hotels but A/C or fans may not always be available since they haven't been needed traditionally. Read more on the use of air conditioning in Europe here.
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If this sounds great but you'd like to explore more of Cuba, join us on the Grand Cycling Tour of Cuba. [tour_brief_description] => Explore Cuba from the inside out. Beginning in the center, we travel through Remedios, Sancti Spiritus and Trinidad en route to Havana. [tour_meta_description] => Explore Cuba from the inside out. Beginning in the center, we travel through Remedios, Sancti Spiritus and Trinidad en route to Havana. [tour_highlights] => Colonial cities and architecture of Cuba, Historic Trinidad, Bay of Pigs museum, Snorkel the Bay of Pigs, Take a swim in Playa Larga, Havana [tour_thumb_url] => assets/images/square/tours/Central-thumb400x400.jpg [tour_alt_text_banner] => Sharpening knives - what you might see when you take a guided bike tour in Cuba [ep_tour_what_to_expect] => true [tour_style] => Classic [tour_remarks] => We recommend you bring an attitude of flexibility and an understanding that you may not find the amenities that exist in other destinations. But, a trip to Cuba could be one of the most fulfilling travel experiences you can have. [smugmug_link] => https://experienceplus.smugmug.com/gallery/71705352_b5PGcc [tour_arrival_info] =>
Your tour starts with a complimentary ExperiencePlus! group shuttle pick-up at Santa Clara airport on Day 1. Your spot on the shuttle is already saved for you, and the transfer takes 45 minutes.
Meet the shuttle outside the airport.
Shuttle time: There is currently one flight arrival scheduled by American Airlines from Miami to Santa Clara, arriving at 1:40 PM. We will monitor the schedule and announce the final shuttle time closer to the date.
Note: As you are planning, remember that the hotels listed in our itineraries are our primary hotels subject to change. For extra hotel nights please check with us if your tour departure is guaranteed. If your tour departure is out further than 6 months, please also check with us as there might be slight changes to the itinerary.
The below information will help you plan your arrival. For more tips or other routes, you might like Rome2Rio. The fare and timing information listed below is approximate.
We recommend flying into the Abel Santamaría Airport (SNU).
A Note on Flights: American Airlines has direct flights into SNU Airport from Miami. We suggest you contact Exito Travel, an air travel concierge service, for your air travel needs, or email us to get your quote started.
How to arrive at the Day 1 Hotel from SNU if you are arriving early:
- Taxi: Available just outside the airport exit (45 min / USD 30)
Your trip ends this morning after breakfast.
The below information will help you plan your departure. For more tips or other routes, you might like Rome2Rio. The fare and timing information listed below is approximate.
We recommend flying out of the Jose Marti International Airport in Havana (HAV):
- Taxi from the ending hotel to the airport (20 min / USD 35-40). The hotel can arrange this for you.
Although this is a Classic tour, there are a few elements that make this unique to the tour style and deserve your attention prior to booking. PLEASE READ these details to make sure you aware what joining this tour entails.
If this sounds great but you'd like to explore more of Cuba, join us on the Grand Cycling Tour of Cuba. [tour_highlights] => Cycle To The “Rainbow of Cuba”, Tobacco Plantation/Cuban Cigars , San Carlos Valley, Limestone caves of Viñales, Organic farm visit, La Sierra del Rosario Biosphere Reserve [tour_alt_text_banner] => Cycle through the mogotes in Western Cuba on this guided bike tour. [tour_thumb_url] => assets/images/square/tours/WesternCuba-400x400.jpg [ep_tour_what_to_expect] => true [tour_style] => Classic [tour_remarks] => We recommend you bring an attitude of flexibility and an understanding that you may not find the amenities that exist in other destinations. A trip to Cuba could be one of the most fulfilling travel experiences you can have. [smugmug_link] => https://experienceplus.smugmug.com/gallery/71705352_b5PGcc [tour_arrival_info] =>
Meeting time 5 p.m. - on Day 1, meet your fellow cyclists and Tour Leaders at the Day 1 Hotel specified on the itinerary.
Note: As you are planning, remember that the hotels listed in our itineraries are our primary hotels subject to change. For extra hotel nights please contact, to check with us if your tour departure is guaranteed. If your tour departure is out further than 6 months, please also check with us as there might be slight changes to the itinerary.
The fare and timing information listed below is approximate.
We recommend flying in to the Jose Marti International Airport in Havana (HAV):
- Taxi from the airport to the Day 1 hotel (20 min / USD 35-40). Taxis are available outside the airport.
Your trip ends this morning after breakfast.
The below information will help you plan your departure. For more tips or other routes, you might like Rome2Rio. The fare and timing information listed below is approximate.
We recommend flying out of the Jose Marti International Airport in Havana (HAV):
- Taxi from the ending hotel to the airport (20 min / USD 35-40). The hotel can arrange this for you.
Although this is a Classic tour, there are a few elements that make this unique to the tour style and deserve your attention prior to booking. PLEASE READ these details to make sure you aware what joining this tour entails. If this sounds great but you're short on time check out Cycling Central Cuba or Bicycling Western Cuba [tour_main_header] => Grand Cycling Tour of Cuba: Central and Western [tour_highlights] => Colonial cities and architecture of Cuba, Historic Trinidad, Bay of Pigs museum, Snorkel the Bay of Pigs, Take a swim in Playa Larga, Havana, Cycle To The “Rainbow of Cuba”, Tobacco Plantation/Cuban Cigars, San Carlos Valley, Limestone caves of Viñales, Organic farm visit, La Sierra del Rosario Biosphere Reserve [smugmug_key] => b5PGcc [tour_remarks] => We recommend you bring an attitude of flexibility and an understanding that you may not find the amenities that exist in other destinations. But, a trip to Cuba could be one of the most fulfilling travel experiences you can have. [smugmug_link] => https://experienceplus.smugmug.com/gallery/71705352_b5PGcc [tour_meta_description] => Join us on this two week bike tour through Cuba. Explore the central region with its famous colonial cities like Trinidad and Sancti Spiritus - stop in Havana for a few days before heading to the Western side of the island for an in depth view into the agricultural regions of Cuba. [tour_arrival_info] =>
Your tour starts with a complimentary ExperiencePlus! group shuttle pick-up at Santa Clara airport on Day 1. Your spot on the shuttle is already saved for you, and the transfer takes 45 minutes.
Meet the shuttle outside the airport.
Shuttle time: There is currently one flight arrival scheduled by American Airlines from Miami to Santa Clara, arriving at 1:40 PM. We will monitor the schedule and announce the final shuttle time closer to the date.
Note: As you are planning, remember that the hotels listed in our itineraries are our primary hotels subject to change. For extra hotel nights please check with us if your tour departure is guaranteed. If your tour departure is out further than 6 months, please also check with us as there might be slight changes to the itinerary.
The below information will help you plan your arrival. For more tips or other routes, you might like Rome2Rio. The fare and timing information listed below is approximate.
We recommend flying into the Abel Santamaría Airport (SNU).
A Note on Flights: American Airlines has direct flights into SNU Airport from Miami. We suggest you contact Exito Travel, an air travel concierge service, for your air travel needs, or email us to get your quote started.
How to arrive at the Day 1 Hotel from SNU if you are arriving early:
- Taxi: Available just outside the airport exit (45 min / USD 30)
Your trip ends this morning after breakfast.
The below information will help you plan your departure. For more tips or other routes, you might like Rome2Rio. The fare and timing information listed below is approximate.
We recommend flying out of the Jose Marti International Airport in Havana (HAV):
- Taxi from the ending hotel to the airport (20 min / USD 35-40). The hotel can arrange this for you.
***If this sounds great but you prefer a longer trip, check out our Bike and Barge: Amsterdam to Bruges Plus! Belgium's Breweries tour.*** [tour_meta_description] => Cycle between the iconic cities of Amsterdam, Antwerp, Ghent and Bruges on a 9-day bike and barge tour from the Netherlands to Belgium [tour_main_header] => Bike and Barge: Amsterdam to Bruges [tour_page_title] => 9-Day Bike Tour in Belgium and the Netherlands | Guided Belgium Cycling Tours [tour_highlights] => 9 days, 8 nights (1 hotel night in Amsterdam, 7 nights aboard our luxury barge); meals as noted in itinerary; windmill visit; guided canal cruise of Ghent; guided visits in Antwerp and Bruges [tour_banner_photo_url] => assets/images/banner/tours/Amster-Boat-banner.jpg [tour_thumb_url] => assets/images/square/tours/Amster-Boat-thumb.jpg [tour_alt_text_banner] => Barges line the canals on this guided bike and barge tour in Holland [ep_tour_what_to_expect] => true [tour_style] => Bike and Boat [tour_remarks] => There are only 4 single supplements available. Cabin space is limited so consider the size of your luggage. A 25 inch suitcase will fit under the bed. WiFi may be sporadic onboard the barge.
For more questions about the Barge check out our Bike & Boat FAQ [smugmug_link] => https://experienceplus.smugmug.com/Our-Tours-by-Country/Netherlands/Bike-and-Barge-Amsterdam-to-Bruges-Plus-Belgiums-Breweries- [tour_arrival_info] =>
Meeting time 2 p.m. - on Day 1, meet your fellow cyclists and Tour Leaders at the Day 1 Hotel specified on the itinerary.
The below information will help you plan your arrival. For more tips or other routes, you might like Rome2Rio. The fare and timing information listed below is approximate.
We recommend flying into Amsterdam (AMS).
How to get to the Day 1 Hotel:
- Taxi from the airport to the Day 1 Hotel (40 min/EUR 60-75)
Or public transportation:
- Commuter Train from the airport to "Amsterdam Centraal" (15 min/EUR 4-5)
- Taxi from the Station to the Day 1 Hotel (10-15 min/EUR 15)
View Dutch train schedules at www.ns.nl or trainline.eu. On commuter-type and regional trains, pre-booking of tickets is not necessary.
Note:As you are planning, remember that the hotels listed in our itineraries are our primary hotels and are - in rare cases - subject to change. Before you make arrangements, check with us if your tour departure is guaranteed. If your tour departure is out further than 6 months, please also check with us as there might be slight changes to the itinerary.
[tour_departure_info] =>Tour ends with a guided walk of Bruges at 11:30 a.m. at the below location:
- Crowne Plaza Hotel in Bruges
We recommend you book your homebound flight for the next day.
If you'd like to spend more time in Bruges after the tour end, you may book your preferred arrangement directly with the above hotel, where our walking tour ends. You may also want to take a look at our other hotel recommendations here.
The below information will help you plan your departure. For more tips or other routes, you might like Rome2Rio.
We recommend flying out of Brussels (BRU).
- Bus to Brugge/Bruges train station (15 min, every 3-5 min/EUR 2), or taxi (10 min/EUR 13)
- Train from Bruges to Brussels Airport (1.5 hours/fares vary)
View Belgian train schedules at belgianrail.be or Trainline.eu. On commuter-type and regional trains, reservations are not necessary.
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Delve deep into local culture when we meet local cheese farmers and visit a working windmill. In Belgium, explore the battlefields of WWI around the towns of Poperinge and Ypres, and the brewing tradition of fine Belgian beers while visiting St. Sixtus and St. Bernadus abbey cafés.***If this sounds great but you prefer a shorter trip, check out our Bike and Barge: Amsterdam to Bruges tour. *** [tour_main_header] => Bike and Barge: Amsterdam to Bruges Plus! 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WiFi may be sporadic on board the barge.
For more questions about the Barge check out our Bike & Boat FAQ [tour_average_daily_distance] => 56km (34 miles) [smugmug_link] => https://experienceplus.smugmug.com/Our-Tours-by-Country/Netherlands/Bike-and-Barge-Amsterdam-to-Bruges-Plus-Belgiums-Breweries- [tour_arrival_info] =>
Meeting time 2 p.m. - on Day 1, meet your fellow cyclists and Tour Leaders at the Day 1 Hotel specified on the itinerary.
The below information will help you plan your arrival. For more tips or other routes, you might like Rome2Rio. The fare and timing information listed below is approximate.
We recommend flying into Amsterdam (AMS).
How to get to the Day 1 Hotel:
- Taxi from the airport to the Day 1 Hotel (40 min/EUR 60-75)
Or public transportation:
- Commuter Train from the airport to "Amsterdam Centraal" (15 min/EUR 4-5)
- Taxi from the Station to the Day 1 Hotel (10-15 min/EUR 15)
View Dutch train schedules at www.ns.nl or trainline.eu. On commuter-type and regional trains, pre-booking of tickets is not necessary.
Note:As you are planning, remember that the hotels listed in our itineraries are our primary hotels and are - in rare cases - subject to change. Before you make arrangements, check with us if your tour departure is guaranteed. If your tour departure is out further than 6 months, please also check with us as there might be slight changes to the itinerary.
[tour_departure_info] =>We offer a complimentary ExperiencePlus! shuttle to the Brussels Central Train Station on the last day of the tour. Your spot on the shuttle is already reserved for you.
Shuttle arrival time at Brussels Central Station is 12 p.m.
From there you will have access to the airport by train in under 20 minutes (8 trains per hour, no pre-booking needed), or to a number of hotels in the area if you choose to stay on.
Click here to see hotel recommendations.
You may consider booking your homebound flight for the next day as many international flights depart in the morning.
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Join us as we explore this spectacular limestone coastline by bicycle AND boat! Arrive early to explore Split, where you'll see Diocletian's 3rd century palace (still inhabited by descendants of the Romans who settled this area!). We’ll board our luxury gulet (traditional Mediterranean wooden sailboat) in Split and head off on an aquatic adventure, sleeping on board the ship. On our tour, we pedal three of the Mediterranean's most picturesque and well-known islands – Brač, Hvar and Korčula – and also visit smaller, more out of the way islands like Vis and Solta. If you decide you want a break from the bike there will be ample opportunities to explore tiny fishing villages, swim in the sea or even stand up paddle boarding from our boat. [tour_main_header] => Bike and Boat: Cycling Croatia's Islands [tour_style] => Bike and Boat [tour_remarks] => In the event of bad weather or rough seas the itinerary is subject to change at the discretion of our boat captain. 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As you are planning, remember that the hotels listed in our itineraries are our primary hotels and are - in rare cases - subject to change. Before you make arrangements, check with us if your tour departure is guaranteed. If your tour departure is out further than 6 months, please also check with us as there might be slight changes to the itinerary.
The below information will help you plan your arrival. For more tips or other routes, you might like Rome2Rio. The fare and timing information listed below is approximate.
We recommend flying into the Split Airport.
Our meeting hotel is the Hotel Peristil, meeting time on Day 1 is 1 pm (13:00).
How to get to the Hotel Peristil:
- Taxi, available outside the airport or call +385-(0)21-895-237 (30 min, estimate around EUR 40)
- Buses, available shortly after the arrival of incoming flights, organized by the Pleso prijevoz bus company in cooperation with Croatia Air (45 min, EUR 6)
- Note: The Hotel Peristil is located in the old city, which is inaccessible to vehicle traffic. Taxis and buses will drop you outside the city walls. View map
We will be glad to arrange your pre- and post-tour stay at the Hotel Peristil for you upon request. Note that we will not sleep there as a group and the stay there is not covered by the tour price.
[tour_departure_info] =>This tour ends at the port of Split at around 9 a.m.
Tour Leaders can assist with pointing you to taxis and other means of transportation to make your way to the Split airport (taxi 30 min/HRK 300, or back into town.
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Meeting time 2 p.m. - on Day 1, meet your fellow cyclists and Tour Leaders at the Day 1 Hotel specified on the itinerary.
Note:As you are planning, remember that the hotels listed in our itineraries are our primary hotels and are - in rare cases - subject to change. Before you make arrangements, check with us if your tour departure is guaranteed. If your tour departure is out further than 6 months, please also check with us as there might be slight changes to the itinerary.
The below information will help you plan your arrival. For more tips or other routes, you might like Rome2Rio. The fare and timing information listed below is approximate.
We suggest flying into the Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG).
- Airport Shuttle to the Aéroport CDG 2 TGV Train Station (located beneath the airport) (10 min/no cost)
- Train from Paris Roissy Charles de Gaulle Airport to Reims Ville (1 hour/fares vary)
- Taxi or walk to the Day 1 Hotel (5 min/EUR 10)
Look up French train schedules and book tickets, if necessary, SNCF.com or Trainline.eu. Questions? See our information on taking trains in Europe here or ask us.
[tour_departure_info] =>Your trip ends on the final day after breakfast.
The below information will help you plan your departure. For more tips or other routes, you might like Rome2Rio.
We suggest flying out of Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG). Lyon (LYS) is also an option, about 2.5 hours away.
- Taxi from the ending hotel to the Dijon train station (10 min/EUR 15-20)
- Train from Dijon to Paris Roissy Charles de Gaulle Airport (2.5-3.5 hours/fares vary)
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Meeting time 2 p.m. - on Day 1, meet your fellow cyclists and Tour Leaders at the Day 1 Hotel specified on the itinerary.
Note:As you are planning, remember that the hotels listed in our itineraries are our primary hotels and are - in rare cases - subject to change. Before you make arrangements, check with us if your tour departure is guaranteed. If your tour departure is out further than 6 months, please also check with us as there might be slight changes to the itinerary.
The below information will help you plan your arrival. For more tips or other routes, you might like Rome2Rio. The fare and timing information listed below is approximate.
We suggest flying into the Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG).
- Airport Shuttle to the Aéroport CDG 2 TGV Train Station (located beneath the airport) (10 min/no cost)
- Train from Paris Roissy Charles de Gaulle Airport to Reims Ville (1 hour/fares vary)
- Taxi or walk to the Day 1 Hotel (5 min/EUR 10)
Look up French train schedules and book tickets, if necessary, SNCF.com or Trainline.eu. Questions? See our information on taking trains in Europe here or ask us.
[tour_departure_info] =>Your trip ends on the final day after breakfast.
The below information will help you plan your departure. For more tips or other routes, you might like Rome2Rio.
We suggest flying out of Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG). Lyon (LYS) is also an option, about 2.5 hours away.
- Taxi from the ending hotel to the Beaune train station (5 min/EUR 10-15)
- Train from Beaune to Paris Roissy Charles de Gaulle Airport (3.5 hours/fares vary)
***If this sounds great but want to spend more time on your bike, check out our Cycling Italy’s Alpine Valleys Plus! Venice, which extends this tour by 4 days.***
Meeting point and Time on Day 1
You tour starts with a complimentary ExperiencePlus! shuttle on Day 1 as specified below. Your spot on the shuttle is already reserved for you.
- Meeting time: 10:00 a.m.
- Meeting hotel: Hotel Greif in Bolzano (Bozen).
If you wish to spend time in Bolzano prior to the tour, feel free to book the meeting hotel or any other hotel of your choice directly. You can find hotel recommendations for Bolzano, more for Italy and other destinations on our Travel Planning pages.
Note: As you are planning, remember that the hotels listed in our itineraries are our primary hotels and are - in rare cases - subject to change. Before you make arrangements, check with us if your tour departure is guaranteed. If your tour departure is out further than 6 months, please also check with us as there might be slight changes to the itinerary.
The below information will help you plan your arrival. For more tips or other routes, you might like Rome2Rio. The fare and timing information listed below is approximate.
We recommend flying into the Innsbruck Airport (INN).
How to get to the Meeting Hotel
- Taxi from Innsbruck Airport to Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof (central station) (20 min/EUR 20-25)
- Train from Innsbruck Hbf to Bolzano Bozen (several direct departures a day) (2 hours/fares vary)
- Taxi from the Bolzano (Bozen) station to the Day 1 Hotel (5 min/EUR 10)
Look up Austrian train schedules at Oebb.at or Trainline.eu. Questions? See our information on taking trains in Europe here or ask us.
[tour_departure_info] =>Your trip ends on the final day after breakfast.
The below information will help you plan your departure. For more tips or other routes, you might like Rome2Rio.
We recommend flying out of Venice (VCE).
How to get to the Venice Airport
- Taxi from the ending hotel to the Bassano del Grappa train station (5 min/EUR 10))
- Train from Bassano del Grappa to Venezia Mestre (if you plan to go explore Venice, go to Venezia Santa Lucia) (1 hour/fares vary)
- Airport Shuttle Bus from Venezia Mestre to the Venice Airport (20 min/EUR 8)
Look up Italian train schedules at Trenitalia.com or Trainline.eu. Questions? See our information on taking trains in Europe here or ask us.
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Along the way you'll enjoy meals prepared with Italian, Greek, and Middle Eastern influences and discover the warmth and hospitality of Southern Italy's friendliest people.If this sounds great but you prefer a longer ride join us on the extended Cycling Puglia's White Villages Plus the Salento which extends this trip. [tour_highlights] => UNESCO World Heritage Sites - Sassi of Matera and trulli of Alberobello, White city of Ostuni, Cheese tasting, Locorotondo, Ancient olive mill visit, Via Traiana [includes] => 7 days, 6 nights accommodation; meals as noted in itinerary; guided visit of Matera; guided visit of Alberobello; 1 cheese tasting; and olive mill visit [include_usual] => true [begin_end] => Matera / Ostuni [arrive_depart] => Bari (BRI), Naples (NAP) or Brindisi Airport (BDS) [total_distance] => 214 - 234 km (132 - 144 miles) [tour_average_daily_distance] => 43 km (26 miles) [rating_copy] => Pavement may be rough or uneven in places. 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Meeting time 2 p.m. - on Day 1, meet your fellow cyclists and Tour Leaders at the Day 1 Hotel specified on the itinerary.
Note:
As you are planning, remember that the hotels listed in our itineraries are our primary hotels and are - in rare cases - subject to change. Before you make arrangements, check with us if your tour departure is guaranteed. If your tour departure is out further than 6 months, please also check with us as there might be slight changes to the itinerary.
The below information will help you plan your arrival. For more tips or other routes, you might like Rome2Rio. The fare and timing information listed below is approximate.
We suggest flying into the Bari’s Karol Wojtyla Airport, also called Bari Palese (BRI).
- Bus from Bari airport to Matera (view PugliAirbus schedules here). The result list will show "Bari Aeroporto" as the departure station and "Matera, Viale A. Moro fronte 'Pianeta Casa'" as the arrival station (1 hour 15 min/EUR 3-6)
- Walk 8 minutes or taxi* from Matera Bus Station to Day 1 Hotel (10 min/EUR 10-15).
- or book your private transfer from the Bari airport to the Day 1 Hotel, e.g. Autonoleggio Castellano - (1 hour 15 min/fares depending on number of passengers, starting at EUR 70)
*Note: There is a taxi operator on the square where the bus drops off but the office might not be attended continuously. If the walk is not an option for you, and you have a reliable arrival time, we will gladly pre-arrange a pick-up for you (around EUR 20). Do note that the taxi will need to circumvent the old town, so it won't be as direct as walking.
[tour_departure_info] =>Your trip ends on the final day after breakfast.
Flying out of the Brindisi-Salento Airport (BDS):
- Taxi from the ending hotel to the Brindisi Airport (40 min/EUR 70-90); hotel can help arrange this.
Or public transportation
- Taxi from the ending hotel to the Ostuni train station (5min/EUR 15)
- Train from Ostuni to Brindisi (no pre-booking necessary) (20 min/EUR 3).
- Shuttle Bus from Brindisi to the Brindisi-Salento Airport (35 min/EUR 3)
Flying out of the Bari Airport (BRI):
- Private transfer from the ending hotel to the Bari Airport (1.5 hours/EUR 120-140 for 2 persons)
Or public transportation
- Taxi from the ending hotel to the Ostuni train station (5 min/EUR 15)
- Train from Ostuni to Bari Centrale (no pre-booking necessary) (1 hour/EUR 6)
- Autobus Tempesta from Bari Centrale to the Bari Airport (hourly departures) (30 min/EUR 4)
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Meeting time 2 p.m. - on Day 1, meet your fellow cyclists and Tour Leaders at the Day 1 Hotel specified on the itinerary.
Note:
As you are planning, remember that the hotels listed in our itineraries are our primary hotels and are - in rare cases - subject to change. Before you make arrangements, check with us if your tour departure is guaranteed. If your tour departure is out further than 6 months, please also check with us as there might be slight changes to the itinerary.
The below information will help you plan your arrival. For more tips or other routes, you might like Rome2Rio. The fare and timing information listed below is approximate.
We suggest flying into the Bari’s Karol Wojtyla Airport, also called Bari Palese (BRI).
- Bus from Bari airport to Matera (view PugliAirbus schedules here). The result list will show "Bari Aeroporto" as the departure station and "Matera, Viale A. Moro fronte 'Pianeta Casa'" as the arrival station (1 hour 15 min/EUR 3-6)
- Walk 8 minutes or taxi* from Matera Bus Station to Day 1 Hotel (10 min/EUR 10-15).
- or book your private transfer from the Bari airport to the Day 1 Hotel, e.g. Autonoleggio Castellano - (1 hour 15 min/fares depending on number of passengers, starting at EUR 70)
*Note: There is a taxi operator on the square where the bus drops off but the office might not be attended continuously. If the walk is not an option for you, and you have a reliable arrival time, we will gladly pre-arrange a pick-up for you (around EUR 20). Do note that the taxi will need to circumvent the old town, so it won't be as direct as walking.
[tour_departure_info] =>Your trip ends on the final day after breakfast.
The below information will help you plan your departure. For more tips or other routes, you might like Rome2Rio.
Flying out of the Brindisi-Salento Airport (BDS):
- Taxi from the ending hotel to the Brindisi Airport (40 min/EUR 90); hotel can help arrange this.
Or public transportation
- Taxi to the bus terminal (10 min/EUR 10)
- Airport Bus to the Brindisi-Salento Airport (45 min/EUR 7.50)
Flying out of the Bari Airport (BRI):
- Taxi from the ending hotel to the Bari Airport (2 hours/EUR 160/2 persons); hotel can help arrange this.
***Extend this trip 3 days with our Bike and Barge: the Seine Plus! Castles of the Loire *** [tour_highlights] => Paris; Castle of Fontainebleau; “artists’ villages” - towns that inspired 19th and 20th century Impressionist painters; medieval fortified towns and castles; private castle visit; brie tasting. [includes] => 8-days, 7 nights accommodation on Fleur; meals as noted in itinerary; guided visit of Fontainebleau castle, bee farm visit, brie cheese tasting [begin_end] => Paris/Montargis [arrive_depart] => Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) [total_distance] => 276 km (171 miles) [tour_average_daily_distance] => 46 km (29 miles) [rating_copy] => [include_usual] => true [smugmug_key] => CT8vh6 [tour_page_title] => 8-Day Bike Tour in the Seine River Valley | Guided France Cycling Tours [tour_main_header] => Bike and Barge: the Seine [tour_banner_photo_url] => assets/images/banner/tours/bike-boat-paris-2590x880.jpg [tour_meta_description] => Explore the majestic castles, opulent estates and quaint villages of the Seine River Valley during an 8-day bike and barge tour in France [tour_style] => Bike and Boat [tour_thumb_url] => assets/images/square/tours/bike-boat-paris-400x400.jpg [tour_arrival_info] =>
Meeting time 2 p.m. - on Day 1, meet your fellow cyclists and Tour Leaders at the boat dock Port d'Arsenal, close to the Place de la Bastille (click for location).
Note:
Before you make arrangements, check with us if your tour departure is guaranteed. If your tour departure is out further than 6 months, please also check with us as there might be slight changes to the itinerary.
From Gare du Nord to the Docking Place:
- Metro Line 5 (direction Place d'Italie), exit at Quai de la Rapée
- Walk 5-min to the docking place.
Your boat's name is "Fleur". If you are arriving by taxi, your taxi can take you to the "Capitanerie de Port" (Port Authority), which is where the boat usually docks. Your driver can ask the Port Authority where your boat is and take you there.
If you haven't been to Paris yet, we recommend you spend some time in this amazing city. You can find hotel recommendations in Paris and throughout France here.
Depending on where you choose to stay in Paris prior to your trip, your hotel's website will usually provide arrival information. You might also like Rome2Rio for more route-planning.
We recommend flying into the Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG).
[tour_departure_info] =>
Your trip ends on the final day after breakfast.
If you didn't get a chance to spend time in Paris before the trip, you might choose to do so now. Find the link to hotel recommendations in the arrival instructions.
The below information will help you plan your departure. For more tips or other routes, you might like Rome2Rio. The fare and timing information listed below is approximate.
We recommend flying out of Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG).
From Montargis to Paris:
- Taxi from the ending point of the tour to the Montargis train station
- Train from Montargis to Paris (1hr/fares vary)
From Paris to CDG:
- If you are planning to continue to the airport directly, you will need to plan on enough time to either continue by public transportation or taxi (40 min/EUR 65).
Look up French train schedules and book tickets, if necessary, SNCF.com or Trainline.eu. Questions? See our information on taking trains in Europe here or ask us.
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Our boat for the week floats quietly along the Seine River, slipping through locks and under bridges while sumptuous meals are prepared onboard. This tour is ideal for anyone who loves the French joie de vivre, and those who are new to cycling and want to try bicycle traveling without having to pack and unpack their bags. Our Plus! tour is land based and gives those who want to keep exploring the chance to spend another few days pedaling between important chateaux including Blois, Chambord, Amboise and Chenonceau.***If this sounds great but you are looking for a shorter trip check out our Bike and Barge: the Seine which features the first 8 days of this itinerary.*** [tour_highlights] => Paris; Castle of Fontainebleau; “artists’ villages” - towns that inspired 19th and 20th century Impressionist painters; medieval fortified towns and castles; private castle visit. 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Meeting time 2 p.m. - on Day 1, meet your fellow cyclists and Tour Leaders at the boat dock Port d'Arsenal, close to the Place de la Bastille (click for location).
Note:
Before you make arrangements, check with us if your tour departure is guaranteed. If your tour departure is out further than 6 months, please also check with us as there might be slight changes to the itinerary.
From Gare du Nord to the Docking Place:
- Metro Line 5 (direction Place d'Italie), exit at Quai de la Rapée
- Walk 5-min to the docking place.
Your boat's name is "Fleur". If you are arriving by taxi, your taxi can take you to the "Capitanerie de Port" (Port Authority), which is where the boat usually docks. Your driver can ask the Port Authority where your boat is and take you there.
If you haven't been to Paris yet, we recommend you spend some time in this amazing city. You can find hotel recommendations in Paris and throughout France here.
Depending on where you choose to stay in Paris prior to your trip, your hotel's website will usually provide arrival information. You might also like Rome2Rio for more route-planning.
We recommend flying into the Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG).
[tour_departure_info] =>
Your trip ends on the final day at around 11:30 a.m. back at the hotel after the guided tour of Clos Lucé.
If you didn't get a chance to spend time in Paris before the trip, you might choose to do so now. Find the link to hotel recommendations in the arrival instructions.
The below information will help you plan your departure. For more tips or other routes, you might like Rome2Rio. The fare and timing information listed below is approximate.
We recommend flying out of Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG).
From Amboise to Paris or CDG Airport:
- Taxi from the ending point of the tour to the Tours St-Pierre-des-Corps TGV train station (30 min/EUR 45)
- Train from Tours St-Pierre-des_Corps TGV to "Paris Roissy Charles de Gaulle Airport" (2 hours/fares vary) or Paris (direct, 1 hour/fares vary)
Look up French train schedules and book tickets, if necessary, SNCF.com or Trainline.eu. Questions? See our information on taking trains in Europe here or ask us.
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Your tour starts with a complimentary ExperiencePlus! shuttle pick-up in downtown Athens on Day 1 (your spot is already reserved on this shuttle):
Note:
- Meeting Time: 10:30 a.m.
- Meeting Hotel: Coco-Mat BC Hotel
There will be a reminder note at the Meeting Hotel's front desk about the shuttle pick-up. The transfer will take around 3 to 3.5 hours and the driver will stop along the way for a quick snack and bathroom break.
We will be glad to provide you with a discount code for booking your stay at the Meeting Hotel for you upon request. Note that we will not sleep there as a group and the stay there is not included in the tour price. We have a special arrangement with the hotel and would ask that you contact us for details as soon as possible.
The below information will help you plan your arrival. For more tips or other routes, you might like Rome2Rio. The fare and timing information listed below is approximate.
We recommend flying into the Athens Airport (ATH)
How to get to the Meeting Hotel:
- Taxi (45 min/EUR 40)
Or public transportation:
- Metro Blue Line from the Athens Airport to Syntagma (Consitution Square), change to Red Line (direction Elliniko) and exit at Acropoli station (1 hr/EUR 10)
- Walk from metro station to hotel (3 min)
For more travel planning tips, including our packing lists, visit our Travel Planning Pages.
[tour_departure_info] =>We spend our last night of the tour in Kardamyli, about 170 miles from Athens.
The tour ends on the final day with a complimentary ExperiencePlus! shuttle drop-off at either
- Athens Airport (ATH); arrival at 1:30 p.m. (3.5-hour transfer)
Note: If you fly out the same day the tour ends, book your flight after 3:30 p.m. - or back at the Meeting Hotel (see arrival instructions); arrival 2 p.m. (4-hour transfer)
Your spot on the shuttle is already reserved for you. If you can't make the shuttle, you will be responsible for your own transportation.
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Note:
- Meeting Time: 10:30 a.m.
- Meeting Hotel: Coco-Mat BC Hotel
There will be a reminder note at the Meeting Hotel's front desk about the shuttle pick-up. The transfer will take around 3 to 3.5 hours and the driver will stop along the way for a quick snack and bathroom break.
We will be glad to provide you with a discount code for booking your stay at the Meeting Hotel for you upon request. Note that we will not sleep there as a group and the stay there is not included in the tour price. We have a special arrangement with the hotel and would ask that you contact us for details as soon as possible.
The below information will help you plan your arrival. For more tips or other routes, you might like Rome2Rio. The fare and timing information listed below is approximate.
We recommend flying into the Athens Airport (ATH)
How to get to the Meeting Hotel:
- Taxi (45 min/EUR 40)
Or public transportation:
- Metro Blue Line from the Athens Airport to Syntagma (Consitution Square), change to Red Line (direction Elliniko) and exit at Acropoli station (1 hr/EUR 10)
- Walk from metro station to hotel (3 min)
For more travel planning tips, including our packing lists, visit our Travel Planning Pages.
[tour_departure_info] =>We spend our last night of the tour in Pylos, about 170 miles from Athens.
The tour ends on the final day with a complimentary ExperiencePlus! shuttle drop-off at either
- Athens Airport (ATH); arrival at *1:30 p.m. (3.5-hour transfer)
Note: If you fly out the same day the tour ends, book your flight after 3:30 p.m. - or back at the Meeting Hotel (see arrival instructions); arrival at 2:00 p.m. (4-hour transfer)
Your spot on the shuttle is already reserved for you. If you can't make the shuttle, you will be responsible for your own transportation.
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Begin your ride cycling through the lush meadows of the Venosta Valley with views of Alpine peaks and glaciers in the distance. Explore the historical relics in Italian cities and towns of Merano, Bolzano and Trento before moving into a smaller bicycle-friendly valley to Bassano del Grappa. In the last part of the trip we leave the mountains to pedal the best of the Po Valley and along the Brenta river to famed art cities of Vicenza, Padova and incomparable Venice. Explore some of the most famous Venetian Villas in Italy and end with a ride into Venice. This extended tour shows off northern Italy's natural and architectural splendor in a way that can only be experienced by bicycle.***If this sounds great but you don't have time for the full 12 days, check out our Cycling Italy’s Alpine Valleys, which features the first 7 nights of this itinerary.*** [includes] => 12 days, 11 nights accommodation; meals as noted in itinerary; activities as listed in the itinerary including guided walks in Trento and Venice [begin_end] => Glorenza/Venice [arrive_depart] => Innsbruck (INN) /Venice (VCE) [total_distance] => 410 km (253 miles) [tour_average_daily_distance] => 45 km (28 miles) [include_usual] => true [tour_page_title] => 12-Day Bike Tour in Italy's Alpine Valley | Guided Italy Cycling Tours [tour_main_header] => Cycling Italy's Alpine Valleys Plus! 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Meeting point and Time on Day 1
You tour starts with a complimentary ExperiencePlus! shuttle on Day 1 as specified below. Your spot on the shuttle is already reserved for you.
- Meeting time: 10:00 a.m.
- Meeting hotel: Hotel Greif in Bolzano (Bozen).
If you wish to spend time in Bolzano prior to the tour, feel free to book the meeting hotel or any other hotel of your choice directly. You can find hotel recommendations for Bolzano, more for Italy and other destinations on our Travel Planning pages.
Note: As you are planning, remember that the hotels listed in our itineraries are our primary hotels and are - in rare cases - subject to change. Before you make arrangements, check with us if your tour departure is guaranteed. If your tour departure is out further than 6 months, please also check with us as there might be slight changes to the itinerary.
The below information will help you plan your arrival. For more tips or other routes, you might like Rome2Rio. The fare and timing information listed below is approximate.
We recommend flying into the Innsbruck Airport (INN).
How to get to the Meeting Hotel
- Taxi from Innsbruck Airport to Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof (central station) (20 min/EUR 20-25)
- Train from Innsbruck Hbf to Bolzano Bozen (several direct departures a day) (2 hours/fares vary)
- Taxi from the Bolzano (Bozen) station to the Day 1 Hotel (5 min/EUR 10)
Look up Austrian train schedules at Oebb.at or Trainline.eu. Questions? See our information on taking trains in Europe here or ask us.
[tour_departure_info] =>Your trip ends on the final day after our guided walk of Venice back at the hotel at 12 noon. If you are extending your stay in Venice and would like to visit St. Mark's Cathedral and the Doges Palace, we recommend booking your tickets online in advance to avoid long lines.
The below information will help you plan your departure. For more tips or other routes, you might like Rome2Rio.
We recommend flying out of Venice (VCE)
Getting to the Venice Airport
- Walk 10 min to the water shuttle stop San Zaccaria
- Water shuttle Alilaguna (blue line) to Marco Polo Airport (50 min/EUR 10) or private water taxi from Calle Ruga Giuffa, about 4 min walk away (40 min/EUR 110)
***If this sounds great but you'd like a shorter tour check out our, Emilia Romagna's Culinary Delights.*** [tour_highlights] => Cremona - home to torrone or Italian nougat, Visit to a violin workshop, Balsamic vinegar cellar, Parma famous cured ham, Parmesan cheese, Bologna, Castle of Torrechiara, Modena, Resort country house in the hills, Gala seafood dinner on the coast, Casa Artusi cooking demo. [includes] => 12 days, 11 nights accommodation; meals as noted in itinerary; 3- two-night stays at the same hotel; activities listed in itinerary [begin_end] => Cremona / Cesenatico [arrive_depart] => Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ) or Milan–Malpensa Airport (MXP) [total_distance] => 399 km (248 miles) [tour_average_daily_distance] => 50 km (31 miles) [rating_copy] => Great tour for novice cyclists in terms of mileage and terrain, but bike handling skills are necessary due to starting/stopping and negotiating popular bike paths. [include_usual] => true [smugmug_key] => hKsCrt [tour_page_title] => 12-Day Bike Tour in Emilia-Romagna | Guided Italy Cycling Tours [tour_main_header] => Cycling Emilia Romagna’s Culinary Delights Plus! [tour_banner_photo_url] => assets/images/banner/tours/CulinaryPlus-2590x880.jpg [tour_meta_description] => Join a 12-day bike tour in Emilia-Romagna to discover the region's culinary secrets and gourmet treasures as you cycle from Cremona to Bologna before ending in the beach town of Cesenatico [tour_thumb_url] => assets/images/square/tours/CulinaryPlus-400x400.jpg [tour_style] => Classic [ep_tour_what_to_expect] => true [tour_arrival_info] =>
Meeting time 2 p.m. - on Day 1, meet your fellow cyclists and Tour Leaders at the Day 1 Hotel specified on the itinerary.
Note: As you are planning, remember that the hotels listed in our itineraries are our primary hotels and are - in rare cases - subject to change. Before you make arrangements, check with us if your tour departure is guaranteed. If your tour departure is out further than 6 months, please also check with us as there might be slight changes to the itinerary.
The below information will help you plan your arrival. For more tips or other routes, you might like Rome2Rio. The fare and timing information listed below is approximate.
Airports within 2-3 hours of the tour start are:
- Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ)
Bologna is a transportation hub connecting the south and north of Italy by train (e.g. Rome, Milan, Venice, Florence) - Milano Malpensa (MXP)
Flying into Bologna and continuing to Cremona
- From Bologna airport to the Bologna Centrale main train station, either by:
- Taxi (20 min/EUR 20-25) or
- Marconi Express light rail, 8 departures/hour (7 min/EUR 11). Purchase your ticket online or on the spot by contactless payment, no reservations necessary. Roundtrip tickets are available for returns within 30 days of arrival.
- Train from Bologna Centrale to Cremona (2.5 hours/fares vary)
Flying into Milano Malpensa and continuing to Cremona
- If you stop over in Milan: Malpensa Express from Malpensa Aeroporto to Milano Centrale (50 min/EUR 13). Purchase tickets online or on the spot, no reservations necessary.
- If you continue directly to the tour start: From Malpensa Aeroporto to Cremona (you will still need to change trains at Milano Centrale) (route and tickets available via Trenord, 2-3 hours/fares vary)
From the Cremona train station to the Day 1 Hotel
3. Taxi (5 min/EUR 8-10)
Look up Italian train schedules at Trenitalia.com or Trainline.eu. Questions? See our information on taking trains in Europe here or ask us.
[tour_departure_info] =>
Your bicycle tour ends on the final day after breafast.
The below information will help you plan your departure.
We recommend flying out of the Bologna Airport (BLQ).
- Taxi from the ending hotel to the Airport bus stop Cesena Sud (20 min/EUR 15-20)
- Airport bus from Cesena Sud to Bologna Airport; departures every 2 hours, reservations necessary at least 24 hours prior to departure, Tour Leaders can assist while on tour. (1h/EUR 50)
Or
- Private transfer from the Ending Hotel to the Bologna Airport; can be arranged at hotel or with Tour Leaders (EUR 190 (2 pax) to EUR 240 (4 pax)/90 min)
You will also have frequent train connections from Cesenatico to other cities in Italy (via Bologna and Rimini).
Look up Italian train schedules at Trenitalia.com or Trainline.eu. Questions? See our information on taking trains in Europe here or ask us.
[tour_remarks] =>- We highly recommend you spend an additional day in Cremona before the beginning of the tour. It's a true little gem to discover. For things to do, we recommend visiting the amazing Museo del Violino (note it is closed on Mondays). Read our article about Cremona.
- OSTERIA FRANCESCANA IN MODENA: This restaurant has been voted one of the world’s top 50 restaurants! If you’d like to enjoy an evening here on your free night (Day 6), you will need to make reservations online in advance: www.osteriafrancescana.it
***If this sounds great, but you'd like a longer tour check out our Emilia Romagna's Culinary Delights Plus! tour.*** [tour_highlights] => Cremona - home to torrone or Italian nougat, Visit to a violin workshop, Balsamic vinegar cellar, Towns of Parma, Modena, and Bologna, Parma famous cured ham, Parmesan cheese, Castle Torrechiara. [includes] => 8 days, 7 nights accommodation; meals as noted in itinerary; cooking demonstration in Bologna; guided visit of Bologna; special culinary highlights and tastings listed in itinerary [begin_end] => Cremona / Bologna [arrive_depart] => Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ) or Milan–Malpensa Airport (MXP) [total_distance] => 312 km (193 miles) [tour_average_daily_distance] => 52 km (32 miles) [rating_copy] => Great tour for novice cyclists in terms of mileage and terrain, but bike handling skills are necessary due to starting/stopping and negotiating popular bike paths. [include_usual] => true [smugmug_key] => hKsCrt [tour_page_title] => 8-Day Bike Tour in Emilia-Romagna | Guided Italy Cycling Tours [tour_main_header] => Emilia Romagna's Culinary Delights [tour_banner_photo_url] => assets/images/banner/tours/culinary-2590x880.jpg [ep_tour_what_to_expect] => true [tour_style] => Classic [tour_thumb_url] => assets/images/square/tours/culinary-400x400.jpg [tour_meta_description] => Discover the culinary secrets of Emilia-Romagna during behind-the-scenes visits to wine, cheese and balsamic vinegar makers during an 8-day bike tour from Cremona to Bologna [tour_arrival_info] =>
Meeting time 2 p.m. - on Day 1, meet your fellow cyclists and Tour Leaders at the Day 1 Hotel specified on the itinerary.
Note: As you are planning, remember that the hotels listed in our itineraries are our primary hotels and are - in rare cases - subject to change. Before you make arrangements, check with us if your tour departure is guaranteed. If your tour departure is out further than 6 months, please also check with us as there might be slight changes to the itinerary.
The below information will help you plan your arrival. For more tips or other routes, you might like Rome2Rio. The fare and timing information listed below is approximate.
Airports within 2-3 hours of the tour start are:
- Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ)
Bologna is a transportation hub connecting the south and north of Italy by train (e.g. Rome, Milan, Venice, Florence) - Milano Malpensa (MXP)
Flying into Bologna and continuing to Cremona
- From Bologna airport to the Bologna Centrale main train station, either by:
- Taxi (20 min/EUR 20-25) or
- Marconi Express light rail, 8 departures/hour (7 min/EUR 11). Purchase your ticket online or on the spot by contactless payment, no reservations necessary. Roundtrip tickets are available for returns within 30 days of arrival.
- Train from Bologna Centrale to Cremona (2.5 hours/fares vary)
Flying into Milano Malpensa and continuing to Cremona
- If you stop over in Milan: Malpensa Express from Malpensa Aeroporto to Milano Centrale (50 min/EUR 13). Purchase tickets online or on the spot, no reservations necessary.
- If you continue directly to the tour start: From Malpensa Aeroporto to Cremona (you will still need to change trains at Milano Centrale) (route and tickets available via Trenord, 2-3 hours/fares vary)
From the Cremona train station to the Day 1 Hotel
3. Taxi (5 min/EUR 8-10)
Look up Italian train schedules at Trenitalia.com or Trainline.eu. Questions? See our information on taking trains in Europe here or ask us.
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Your bicycle tour ends after the cooking lesson and lunch in Bologna, around 1:30 p.m.
Refer to the Arrival Instructions for recommendations on how to get to the Bologna Airport.
[tour_remarks] =>- We highly recommend you spend an additional day in Cremona before the beginning of the tour. It's a true little gem to discover. For things to do, we recommend visiting the amazing Museo del Violino (note it is closed on Mondays). Read our article about Cremona.
- OSTERIA FRANCESCANA IN MODENA: This restaurant has been voted one of the world’s top 50 restaurants! If you’d like to enjoy an evening here on your free night (Day 6), you will need to make reservations online in advance: www.osteriafrancescana.it
Our route crisscrosses the Portuguese Camino as we follow in the footsteps of royalty such as Queen Isabel of Portugal who did this pilgrimage in the 13th century. We’ll touch on two versions of the Camino -- one along the coast, and the traditional interior route to reach the enthralling towns of Barcelos, Ponte de Lima and Baiona and then Pontevedra, Padron and Santiago de Compostela in Galicia, Spain. A generous dose of Southern European hospitality and lifestyle makes this a unique and wonderful bicycle tour.
If this sounds good but you don't have time for the 12-day tour, join us for the last 8-days on Cycling the Portuguese Camino: Porto to Santiago de Compostela [tour_highlights] => UNESCO Towns: Coimbra, Porto, Ponte da Lima and Santiago, Minho and Dour River Valleys, Vinho Verde, Douro and Porto Wines, Baiona's Historic Port, Pimientos del Padrón - in Padrón Spain, Galician Countryside Cycling, Cycling Portugal's Northern Coast [tour_main_header] => Cycling the Portuguese Camino: Coimbra to Santiago de Compostela [tour_meta_description] => Discover the picturesque river valleys, gastronomic specialties and UNESCO World Heritage-listed cities of Northern Portugal during a 12-bike tour along the Portuguese Camino to Santiago de Compostela [tour_page_title] => 12-Day Bike Tour in Portugal | Guided Portugal Cycling Tours [tour_banner_photo_url] => assets/images/banner/tours/portuguesecamino-plus2590x880.jpg [tour_alt_text_banner] => Pedal along Portugal's northern coast on this guided bike tour. [tour_style] => Classic [tour_thumb_url] => assets/images/square/tours/portugueseplus-400x400.jpg [ep_tour_what_to_expect] => true [tour_arrival_info] =>
Meeting time 2 p.m. - on Day 1, meet your fellow cyclists and Tour Leaders at the Day 1 Hotel specified on the itinerary.
Note:
As you are planning, remember that the hotels listed in our itineraries are our primary hotels and are - in rare cases - subject to change. Before you make travel arrangements, check with us if your tour departure is guaranteed. If your tour departure is out further than 6 months, please also check with us as there might be slight changes to the itinerary.
The below information will help you plan your arrival. For more tips or other routes, you might like Rome2Rio. The fare and timing information listed below is approximate.
We recommend flying into the Lisbon Airport (LIS):
- Taxi to the Lisboa Oriente Train Station (30 min/EUR 20)
- Train from Lisboa Oriente Train station to *Coimbra B station (2 hours/fares vary)
- Taxi from *Coimbra B to Day 1 Hotel (15 min/EUR 10)
*Note: Long distance trains only serve Coimbra B station (away from city center) but all tickets include a 5-min train ride to Coimbra A (center of Coimbra/Baixa de Coimbra). Purchase your train ticket at the train station, no pre-booking necessary.
Look up Portuguese train schedules at CP.pt. Most Portuguese train tickets do not need to be booked in advance. Questions? See our information on taking trains in Europe here or ask us.
[tour_departure_info] =>The tour ends on the final day after a tour of Santiago this morning. You may also want to stick around for the Pilgrim's Mass at noon. If you would like to participate in these activities, schedule flights after 3:30 p.m.
The below information will help you plan your departure. For more tips or other routes, you might like Rome2Rio.
We recommend flying out of the Santiago de Compostela Airport (SCQ).
- Barcelona is at least a 9-hour trip by train or bus.
- Madrid is about 3-4 hours by train.
- Iberia airlines provides one-way flights to numerous destinations from Santiago.
Flying out of SQL
- Taxi from the Ending Hotel to the airport (20 min/EUR 21)
Look up Spanish train schedules at Renfe.com or Trainline.eu. Questions? See our information on taking trains in Europe here or ask us.
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Meeting time 1 p.m. - on Day 1, meet your fellow cyclists and Tour Leaders at the Day 1 Hotel specified on the itinerary.
Note:
As you are planning, remember that the hotels listed in our itineraries are our primary hotels and are - in rare cases - subject to change. Before you make arrangements, check with us if your tour departure is guaranteed. If your tour departure is out further than 6 months, please also check with us as there might be slight changes to the itinerary.
The below information will help you plan your arrival. For more tips or other routes, you might like Rome2Rio. The fare and timing information listed below is approximate.
Arriving at Porto Airport (OPO):
- Taxi to the Day 1 hotel (30 min/EUR 20)
Arriving at the Lisbon Airport (LIS):
- Taxi to the Lisboa Oriente Train Station (30 min/EUR 20)
- Train from Lisboa Oriente Train station to Vila Nova de Gaia-Devesas (2-3 hours/fares vary)
- Taxi from Vila Nova de Gaia-Devesas station to Day 1 hotel (5 min/EUR 10)
Look up Portuguese train schedules at CP.pt. Questions? See our information on taking trains in Europe here or ask us.
For more travel planning tips, including our packing lists, visit our Travel Planning Pages.
[tour_departure_info] =>The tour ends on the final day after a tour of Santiago this morning. You may also want to stick around for the Pilgrim's Mass at noon. If you would like to participate in these activities, schedule flights after 3:30 p.m.
The below information will help you plan your departure. For more tips or other routes, you might like Rome2Rio.
We recommend flying out of the Santiago de Compostela Airport (SCQ).
- Barcelona is at least a 9-hour trip by train or bus.
- Madrid is about 3-4 hours by train.
- Iberia airlines provides one-way flights to numerous destinations from Santiago.
Flying out of SQL
- Taxi from the Ending Hotel to the airport (20 min/EUR 21)
Look up Spanish train schedules at Renfe.com or Trainline.eu. Questions? See our information on taking trains in Europe here or ask us.
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Meeting time 2 p.m. - on Day 1, meet your fellow cyclists and Tour Leaders at the Day 1 Hotel specified on the itinerary.
Note: As you are planning, remember that the hotels listed in our itineraries are our primary hotels and are - in rare cases - subject to change. Before you make arrangements, check with us if your tour departure is guaranteed. If your tour departure is out further than 6 months, please also check with us as there might be slight changes to the itinerary.
The below information will help you plan your arrival. For more tips or other routes, you might like Rome2Rio. The fare and timing information listed below is approximate.
We recommend flying into the Geneva Airport (GVA).
Getting from the Geneva airport to the Day 1 hotel
- Train from Geneva Airport to Nyon station (trains traveling into the direction of Luzern or St. Gallen). Frequent connections, no pre-booking necessary (20 min/CHF 7-8)
- Ferry from Nyon to Yvoire (20 min/CHF 15)
- Walk less than 1 minute to the Day 1 hotel.
Look up Swiss train schedules and book tickets, if necessary, at SBB.ch or Trainline.com. Questions? See our information on taking trains in Europe here or ask us.
[tour_departure_info] =>Your trip ends on the final day after the tour of Vieux Lyon, at around 11:30 a.m. back at the hotel.
The below information will help you plan your departure. For more tips or other routes, you might like Rome2Rio.
The closest airport is Lyon (LYS). Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) can be reached in 2 hours by train.
Flying out of Lyon:
- Taxi to the Lyon Airport (45min/EUR 80)
Or public transportation:
- Taxi to the Lyon Part Dieu train station (15 min/EUR 20)
- Rhonexpress train to the Lyon airport (departures every 15 minutes, no pre-booking necessary) (30 min/EUR 15)
Look up French train schedules and book tickets, if necessary, at SNCF.com or Trainline.com. Questions? See our information on taking trains in Europe here or ask us.
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[tour_highlights] => Relaxed pace with three two-night stays, Lake Geneva, Lake Annecy, Lake du Bourget, medieval villages, Savoy cuisine, excellent options for longer rides [includes] => 7 days, 6 nights accommodation; meals as noted in itinerary. 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Note: As you are planning, remember that the hotels listed in our itineraries are our primary hotels and are - in rare cases - subject to change. Before you make arrangements, check with us if your tour departure is guaranteed. If your tour departure is out further than 6 months, please also check with us as there might be slight changes to the itinerary.
The below information will help you plan your arrival. For more tips or other routes, you might like Rome2Rio. The fare and timing information listed below is approximate.
We recommend flying into the Geneva Airport (GVA).
Your tour starts with a complimentary ExperiencePlus! shuttle pick-up at the Meeting Hotel on Day 1 of the tour. Your spot on the shuttle is already reserved for you:
- Meeting Hotel in Geneva: Kipling Hotel Geneva
- Meeting Time: 9:30 a.m.
If you can’t meet the shuttle on Day 1, you will be responsible for your own transportation to Yvoire, which is about a 1 hour drive from the Geneva Airport and costs around 150-200 CHF.
If you wish to spend time in Geneva prior to the tour, feel free to book the meeting hotel or any other hotel of your choice
directly.
How to get to the Meeting Hotel:
- Taxi from the Geneva Airport to the meeting hotel (20 min/CHF 55)
or public transportation:
- Train from Geneva Airport to Gare de Geneve station (8 min/ every 15 min/CHF 3 or free*)
- Walk from the Gare de Geneve station to the hotel (5 min).
*Note: Alongside regular tickets, Unireso, the network of public transport operators, offers free tickets, which can be claimed if you arrive to Geneva airport by plane. There are ticket machines for free tickets available at the baggage claim. Have your valid plane ticket ready in case tickets are inspected. Both regular and free tickets are valid for a certain amount of time after purchase, i.e. 90 minutes anad 80 minutes, respectively. The airport is in Zone 10, so you will need a zone 10 ticket to get into central Geneva.
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Your trip ends on the final day after breakfast.
The below information will help you plan your departure. For more tips or other routes, you might like Rome2Rio.
We recommend flying out of Geneva (GVA) or Lyon (LYS)
Flying out of GVA:
- Taxi from the ending hotel to the Chambéry train station (10 min/EUR 15)
- Train from Chambéry to the Geneva Airport (1 hour 45 min/fares vary). Train will go via Geneva center.
Flying out of LYS:
- Taxi from the ending hotel to the Chambéry train station (see above)
- Train from Chambéry to the Lyon Airport (1 hour /fares vary).
Look up French train schedules and book tickets, if necessary, at SNCF.com or Trainline.com. Questions? See our information on taking trains in Europe here or ask us.
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The rides are beautiful, the villages delightful and the combination of French, German and Swiss cuisine is perfect for cyclists.Sounds great but don't have 14 days? Join us for the first 8-days Bicycling the Vineyards of Alsace, or check out our 8-day tour Bicycling the Black Forest to Lake Constance. 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Meeting time 2 p.m. - on Day 1, meet your fellow cyclists and Tour Leaders at the Day 1 Hotel specified on the itinerary.
Note:As you are planning, remember that the hotels listed in our itineraries are our primary hotels and are - in rare cases - subject to change. Before you make arrangements, check with us if your tour departure is guaranteed. If your tour departure is out further than 6 months, please also check with us as there might be slight changes to the itinerary.
The below information will help you plan your arrival. For more tips or other routes, you might like Rome2Rio. The fare and timing information listed below is approximate.
We recommend flying into the Strasbourg Airport (SCB). Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) is a 2.5-3.5 hour train ride away.
From Strasbourg Airport to the Day 1 Hotel:
- Taxi (30 min/EUR 30-40)
Or public transportation:
- Airport Shuttle to the Strasbourg Gare (9 min/EUR 2.5)
- Tram to Longstross-Grand'Rue (6 min/EUR 2) or taxi (5 min/EUR 12-17)
Look up French train schedules and book tickets, if necessary, SNCF.com or Trainline.eu. Questions? See our information on taking trains in Europe here or ask us.
[tour_departure_info] =>Your trip ends on the final day after breakfast.
The below information will help you plan your departure. For more tips or other routes, you might like Rome2Rio.
We recommend flying out of the Zurich Airport (ZRH).
From the ending hotel to the Zurich Airport:
- Taxi from the ending hotel to the Konstanz/Constance train station (5 min/EUR 5- 10) - or walk 8 minutes (click here for map).
- Train from Konstanz/Constance to ZRH Zurich Airport (1 hour to 1.5 hours/fares vary)
Look up German train schedules at Bahn.de or Trainline.eu. Questions? See our information on taking trains in Europe here or ask us.
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Meeting time 2 p.m. - on Day 1, meet your fellow cyclists and Tour Leaders at the Day 1 Hotel specified on the itinerary.
Note:As you are planning, remember that the hotels listed in our itineraries are our primary hotels and are - in rare cases - subject to change. Before you make arrangements, check with us if your tour departure is guaranteed. If your tour departure is out further than 6 months, please also check with us as there might be slight changes to the itinerary.
The below information will help you plan your arrival. For more tips or other routes, you might like Rome2Rio. The fare and timing information listed below is approximate.
We recommend flying into the Strasbourg Airport (SCB). Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) is a 2.5-3.5 hour train ride away.
From Strasbourg Airport to the Day 1 Hotel:
- Taxi (30 min/EUR 30-40)
Or public transportation:
- Airport Shuttle to the Strasbourg Gare (9 min/EUR 2.5)
- Tram to Longstross-Grand'Rue (6 min/EUR 2) or taxi (5 min/EUR 12-17)
Look up French train schedules and book tickets, if necessary, SNCF.com or Trainline.eu. Questions? See our information on taking trains in Europe here or ask us.
[tour_departure_info] =>Your trip ends on the final day after breakfast.
The below information will help you plan your departure. For more tips or other routes, you might like Rome2Rio.
We recommend flying out of the Strasbourg Airport (SCB). Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) is a 3.5-4.5 hour train ride away.
From the ending hotel to the Strasbourg Airport:
- Taxi (1 hour/EUR 100)
Or public transportation:
- Taxi from the ending hotel to the Colmar train station (10 min/EUR 15)
- Train from Colmar to Strasbourg Gare (no pre-purchase needed) (30 min/EUR 15)
- From Strasbourg Gare to Strasbourg Entzheim International Airport Train Station (9 min/EUR 2.50)
Look up French train schedules and book tickets, if necessary, SNCF.com or Trainline.eu. Questions? See our information on taking trains in Europe here or ask us.
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Meeting time 4 p.m. - on Day 1, meet your fellow cyclists and Tour Leaders at the Day 1 Hotel specified on the itinerary.
Note:As you are planning, remember that the hotels listed in our itineraries are our primary hotels and are - in rare cases - subject to change. Before you make arrangements, check with us if your tour departure is guaranteed. If your tour departure is out further than 6 months, please also check with us as there might be slight changes to the itinerary.
The below information will help you plan your arrival. For more tips or other routes, you might like Rome2Rio. The fare and timing information listed below is approximate.
We recommend flying out of the Strasbourg Airport (SCB). Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) is a 2.5-3.5 hour train ride away.
From the Strasbourg Airport to the starting hotel:
- Taxi (1 hour/EUR 100)
Or public transportation:
- Train from Strasbourg Entzheim International Airport Train Station to Strasbourg Gare (9 min/EUR 2.50)
- Train from Strasbourg Gare to Colmar (no pre-purchase needed) (30 min/EUR 15)
- Taxi from Colmar train station to the starting hotel (10 min/EUR 15)
Look up French train schedules and book tickets, if necessary, SNCF.com or Trainline.eu. Questions? See our information on taking trains in Europe here or ask us.
[tour_departure_info] =>Your trip ends on the final day after breakfast.
The below information will help you plan your departure. For more tips or other routes, you might like Rome2Rio.
We recommend flying out of the Zurich Airport (ZRH).
From the ending hotel to the Zurich Airport:
- Taxi from the ending hotel to the Konstanz/Constance train station (5 min/EUR 5- 10) - or walk 8 minutes (click here for map).
- Train from Konstanz/Constance to ZRH Zurich Airport (1 hour to 1.5 hours/fares vary)
Look up German train schedules at Bahn.de or Trainline.eu. Questions? See our information on taking trains in Europe here or ask us.
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Meeting time 2 p.m. - on Day 1, meet your fellow cyclists and Tour Leaders at the Day 1 Hotel specified on the itinerary.
As you are planning, remember that the hotels listed in our itineraries are our primary hotels and are - in rare cases - subject to change. Before you make arrangements, check with us if your tour departure is guaranteed. If your tour departure is out further than 6 months, please also check with us as there might be slight changes to the itinerary.
The below information will help you plan your arrival. For more tips or other routes, you might like Rome2Rio. The fare and timing information listed below is approximate.
The closest airport to the tour start is the Pula Airport (PUY).
Taxis and buses will be available to get to Rovinj in about 35-45 minutes. Shuttle schedules are available on the Pula airport's website.
Other arrival options:
- Ferry connections from Venice to Rovinj
- Ferry connections from Venice to Pula: Venezia Lines and Adriatic Lines
- FlixBus connections from Venice to Rovinj
Your tour ends on the final day after breakfast.
The closest airport to the tour end is Trieste (TRS).
- Walk 3 minutes from the hotel (click here for map).
- Train from Trieste Airport to Trieste Centrale (30 min/EUR 4-5, no pre-booking necessary)
Look up Italian train schedules at Trenitalia.com or Trainline.eu. Questions? See our information on taking trains in Europe here.
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