VBT Bicycling Vacations 2025

We invite you to elevate your expectations.

I was recently cycling past the gentle slopes of a Tuscan vineyard. Rounding a bend, I came upon a truly epic valley of green. It was awe inspiring. Tuscany is always magnificent, but the perfect biking route can bring whole new levels of surprise and delight.

That’s the story of VBT. We transform a bike tour into something spectacular, an epic experience that not only exceeds your expectations; it leaves them miles behind. Our trip designers tirelessly seek out routes that set your spirits soaring. Sample cuisine whose flavors transport you. Meticulously inspected hotels steeped in local character and charm. And partner with brilliant trip leaders who connect you to a place in ways you never imagined.

Ask yourself what you expect in a bike tour. Then raise those expectations a tenfold. That’s VBT. That’s what we’re committed to. We so look forward to welcoming you.

Happy traveling,

Timo Shaw, President

Guided Biking

NORTH AMERICA

Canada: Banff National Park & the Canadian Rockies

Canada: Vancouver Island & the Gulf Islands

Arizona: Saguaro National Park & the Sonoran Desert

Colorado: Aspen to Vail, Valleys of the Rockies

Georgia & Florida: Jekyll Island & St. Augustine

UPDATED! Maine:

Guided Bike & Boat

FRANCE

FARAWAY ESCAPES

& River Cruise: Basel to Amsterdam

Self-Guided Biking

Croatia: The Dalmatian Coast, Korčula & Dubrovnik

England: Oxford & the Cotswolds

Vineyards of Beaujolais

Dolomites, Bolzano to Ora

Puglia, Alberobello & Lecce

FOR 2025! Italy: Sardinia, Carloforte, Sulcis & Chia

Portugal: Porto, the Silver Coast & Lisbon

Spain: Barcelona & Costa Brava

Maine: Bar Harbor & Acadia National Park

Vermont: Middlebury Countryside & the Lake Champlain Coast

There’s “vacations,” and then there’s “20-mile ride through sun-soaked Tuscan vineyards vacations.”

We believe your next vacation should be infinitely more than, well, a vacation. With VBT, your sense of place will feel heightened at every turn. Your spirit will soar along breathtaking cycling routes. You’ll share intimate chats with those who call your destination home, and thrill to flavorful cuisine longsimmered in local culture. This is not just a vacation. It’s a transformative experience.

you asked for... we elevate your vacation with...

Someone to plan your travels

A guide to help you get around

Well-maintained hotels

Smaller groups A bike to ride

cycling itinerary

Interesting stops along the way

Local expertise and long-time contacts in your destination to ensure a seamless, worry-free experience.

A local friend who’ll share profound and personal insights about their community's culture and history.

Locally owned hotels dripping with charm, approved by our impeccable team for their quality and prime location.

An average of 18 new diverse friends who share your passion for travel and love of bicycling.

A team of experts who match you to the style of bike that's right for you, and even provide tips on riding.

Thoughtfully planned and tested routes, away from crowds and traffic, on paths only the locals know.

Moments of profound cultural exchange and true connection in homes, farms, vineyards, and more.

Inside everyone is a bold explorer and a poolside reader;

we’ve planned your itinerary for both.

There’s an art to achieving balance and harmony in a bicycling vacation. With VBT, you’ll revel in exhilarating rides and connect with local culture in ways you never imagined. We craft well-rounded itineraries that deliver you to the heart of your destination, and provide ample freedom to explore off the bike.

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Your Choice of Rides Every Day.

We’ve identified daily ride options for you, so you can explore as much or as little as you’d like. Looking to put in more mileage? Choose our longer route. Up for a more leisurely ride? Go with our shorter spin.

Trip designer Phoebe reveals how she created our new England & Scotland vacation.

Hotels That Beg to Be Savored.

Spend your time as you wish. If you’d rather skip a day of cycling, our meticulously chosen hotels never feel like a consolation prize. Steeped in local flavor, walkable to the village, and with unrivalled service, they're an inspiring way to spend the day.

Trip Leaders Who Meet You Where You Are.

Spend your time however you’d like. Our warm, personable trip leaders ensure you have the trip of your dreams, whether you’re cycling bucolic pathways, lounging by the pool, planning a dinner out at the best restaurant in town, or having a lively chat with a local.

Cultural and Culinary Immersion.

We designed our itineraries to enlighten, enrich, and nourish. Off the saddle, you’ll enjoy exclusive private tours of wineries and farms, chats with artists in their studios, village visits flavored by delicious home cooking and fascinating conversation, and so many more rewarding cultural exchanges.

Heres how we give you flexibility

Choose the tour that fits you.

We rate each of our vacations for its level of activity, from Easy to Challenging. See page 16 for details.

Keep your feet—and your seat—comfy.

Do you love your own pedals and saddle? Bring ‘em along! Our trip leaders are happy to install them.

Ride options.

With our daily route choices and detailed route maps, you can pick a ride to suit your mood, and set your own pace.

Need a rest? Hop in the van!

Our VBT van makes frequent sweeps of your daily routes. It’s your reliable safety net, whether you’re craving an assist up a challenging hill or just a break from the saddle.

Give yourself a boost with an E-bike.

Eco-friendly, quiet, and fun, they’ll help you climb hills, push through headwinds, and savor a longer ride.

Dine with new friends. Or on your own.

Enjoy several included meals with the whole group, an ideal setting to forge new bonds. You’ll have opportunities to dine on your own or in smaller groups.

Hotels

worth hanging

out

in.

Prefer to sit out a day of riding? Our carefully chosen hotels provide world-class amenities and comforts for a wholly relaxing day off the saddle.

The secret to stress-free planning?

Leave it to the experts.

VBT is smart for your busy schedule, smart for your travel budget, and smart for a seamless trip! Relying on our long-standing relationships with worldwide providers, we research, plan, and fine-tune your vacation so you don’t have to—then we bundle it together at a price you could never achieve on your own.

The Best Airline Routes

Our air services team identifies the flights and airlines that will best serve your biking vacation, wherever in the United States you fly from.

Options to Extend Your Stay

Want to explore longer? We have that covered, too, as we secure the best rates for pre- and post-trip hotel nights, meals, and a city tour in many locations.

We find authentic cultural and historic treasures beyond the tourist sites. Your admission has been prearranged as part of your tour cost, so you can go right in.

We’ll Even Move Your Bags

No need to ride with heavy panniers or backpacks. We’ll deliver your luggage to your next hotel so it will be waiting for you when you arrive.

Our long-standing relationships with major airlines help us lock in airfares far below what you would find on your own. We pass our savings on to you.

To create our Air Packages, we combine your flights with competitive hotel rates and ensure your smooth arrival with an airport meet-and-greet and car services.

Our trip leaders and trip planners know where to savor the best Bolognese in Bologna, the freshest pho in Hanoi. You'd never find these culinary gems on your own.

Whether you need a break from the saddle or you’re headed to the next hotel after a day of cycling, our VBT vans and contracted coaches are there to give you a lift.

Explore the world with people who make you feel at home.

VBT trip leaders reveal the hidden corners and cultural nuances that most travelers miss. More than guides, they are highly versed in the contours of every charming village you coast into and well-connected to the winemakers and restauranteurs, the farmers and bakery owners who add profound meaning and bright local flavor to your experience. Big-hearted professionals, they work tirelessly to ensure you have the time of your life. Put simply, they’re the kind of people you want to have by your side at every mile of your trip.

Guests love our trip leaders!

Everything about this trip was excellent, especially the guides. They were prompt, knowledgeable, savvy, prepared, accommodating and downright friendly and fun. We felt we got a thorough taste of Vietnamese culture and history, coupled with genuine encounters with local people.

T. Temin, Maryland, Vietnam: Hanoi, Hue, Hoi An & Saigon 2023

We had a wonderful time. The trip went flawlessly with all accommodations and transfers working like a charm. We also had THE BEST guides. Highly recommend this trip.

J. Puopolo, Oregon, Italy: Valleys of the Dolomites 2023

The leaders were incredibly helpful and knowledgeable, and worked hard to keep everyone relaxed, comfortable and safe. They were organized and playful and always welcoming to questions. Thank you to our leaders who made everything so easy and enjoyable!

K. Blomquist, Minnesota, Mississippi: The Natchez Trace, 2023

Our leaders, Jelena, Duje and Kristijian made the trip our favorite of five VBT adventures. Their hard work, attentiveness to our safety and enjoyment, knowledge of all things Croatia, and fun-loving nature are what really made the trip!

L. Winge, Utah, Croatia Bike & Boat: Split & the Dalmatian Islands 2022

EXPERIENCE MATTERS

Discover the cool credentials of our trip leaders

NEVENKA ĆUK

National sailing champion

Leads Croatia Bike & Boat: Split & the Dalmatian Islands

ERIC DILLE

Retired geologist

Leads Colorado: Aspen to Vail, Valleys of the Rockies

PAUL LAPRAD

Retired physician

Leads Maine: Acadia National Park

EDDIE GUSTIN

Traveled to all the countries in the world

Leads Scandinavia: Denmark & Sweden

WOODY FREESE

Has completed 38 Ironman triathlons

Leads Arizona: Saguaro National Park & the Sonoran Desert

A tour is like a bike: The right fit makes all the difference.

We provide activity ratings throughout this catalog to help you choose the trip that suits you.

• Ideal for recreational cyclists and first-time VBT guests.

• Average Daily Mileage: 8-22 miles

• Average Daily Cycling Time: 2-3 hours

• Daily Elevation Gain: Up to 999 feet

EASY

MODERATE

• Average Ride Speed: 10 mph

• Longer ride options available

• Ideal for active beginners to more experienced riders.

• Average Daily Mileage: 18-32 miles

• Average Daily Cycling Time: 2-4 hours

• Daily Elevation Gain: Up to 1,000-2,200 ft.

• Average Ride Speed: 10 mph

• Longer ride options available

• Terrain includes more hills. Longer distance options can be very rewarding for those who cycle regularly.

• Average Daily Mileage: 25-42 miles

CHALLENGING

• Average Daily Cycling Time: 3-6 hours

• Daily Elevation Gain: 2,201-3,400 ft.

• Average Ride Speed: 10 mph

• Longer ride options available

Easy on an E-bike!

Your shortcut to adventure and effortless exploration, opt for an E-bike to make any itinerary a breeze.

Guided Biking Guided Bike & Boat Self-Guided Biking

Guests come for the locations and come back for the local leaders

OVERVIEW

HIGHLIGHTS

• What VBT has been known for since 1971

• Local guides lead the way

• Curated surprises at every turn

• Meet new, like-minded friends

• Locally crafted meals and itineraries

From ship to shore, get the best of both worlds

• Unpack once

• Wake up in a new town every morning

• Friendly crew and comfy cabins

• Local guides lead the way

• Onboard chef dishing local cuisine

• Curated surprises at every turn

• Meet new, like-minded friends

• Locally crafted itineraries

Private turn-key vacations with unforgettable biking excursions

• Flexibility to customize your experience, and still enjoy expert support

• The most freedom to go with the flow

• Leave all vacation planning to seasoned experts

• Virtual tech support with 24/7 reliable, local contacts

• Private luggage transfer between hotels

PRE- AND POSTTRIP EXTENSIONS Available with Air Package Available with Air Package Not available DINING

• All breakfasts and snack stops

• Many lunches and dinners

• Recommendations for meals on your own

BOUTIQUE ACCOMMODATIONS

Flexible itinerary with cultural activities and ride options

• All breakfasts and snack stops

• Many lunches and dinners

• Recommendations for meals on your own

Flexible itinerary with cultural activities and ride options while adhering to cruising schedule

• All breakfasts

• Insider recommendations to choose the rest of your dining locales

• Some dinners

You set the pace and explore as you wish

Guided Biking:

unforgettable rides, new friends, and the world’s best trip leaders.

On a VBT Guided Bike tour, we’ve thought of everything, so you don’t have to. Inspiration is our guiding principle. And it will be your reward, as we’ve planned your days so you can take full advantage of all that makes your destination breathtaking, engaging, and delicious. We invite you to join us in the world’s most incredible corners. And don’t worry—we’ve covered every detail.

Follow our expert trip leaders.

Our experienced guides lead you to the world’s most breathtaking cycling routes, anticipating your every need along the way.

Share the journey with like-minded travelers.

Cycling brings us all together. Sharing incredible experiences forges lifelong bonds. Along the way, you’ll find you have much in common with your trip mates.

Break bread with locals.

Gather around intimate and inviting tables for meals with villagers, farmers, winemakers, and others who call your destination home.

Immerse

yourself in the culture.

Gain invaluable insight into traditions and customs during eye-opening demonstrations of local crafts, music, and more.

Expect the unexpected.

The most exciting discoveries are often the ones you don’t see coming. Our trip leaders have plenty of surprises up their bike jersey sleeves.

Guided Bike & Boat:

unpack once and enjoy a new view out your window each day.

Our Guided Bike & Boat tours bring the charms of Europe’s great rivers & canals to you. Unpack your bags once, then awaken in a new village each day. See more of Europe—sometimes multiple countries—as you cycle inspiring routes directly from the ship. Our Guided Bike & Boat tours are perfect for private tours with family and friends.

Our Guided Bike tours and Guided Bike & Boat tours include all breakfasts and snack stops, many lunches and dinners, and recommendations for meals on your own.

Self-Guided Biking:

all the flexibility of a private vacation with none of the planning.

Is independence more your speed? Then our VBT Self-Guided Bike tours are for you. Enjoy gorgeous routes in breathtaking destinations, and follow customized maps at a pace that only you set. You’ll create your very own private experience as you ride, with worldclass support available 24/7. Best of all, we’ve ironed out all the logistics for you—from extraordinary inns and hotels to baggage transport between accommodations.

Leave all the work to us.

We do all the trip planning, and you do all the exploring. Count on us to provide flights, hotels, luggage transfers, and a dynamic itinerary.

A vacation that’s invigorating. Each trip includes thoughtfully designed walk or bike routes that let you get out and actively discover your destination.

You’re in control.

It’s your vacation, so set your own pace. Choose when to set out in the morning, where to stop along the way, and when to stop for lunch.

Relax in handpicked inns and hotels.

End each rewarding day in carefully chosen accommodations that meet our highest expectations, with innkeepers who are eager to share their local insights.

A local host is always on call.

Enjoy the peace of mind that comes with knowing that assistance from a local VBT representative is just a phone call away.

Turn-by-turn GPS navigation.

We’ve turned hours of on-the-ground scouting into detailed route directions that you can access on your phone, including can’t-miss highlights and locals-only hidden gems.

Our custom bikes meet you there.

You’ll arrive to find a perfectly sized bike that’s ready to roll, fully outfitted with puncture-resistant tires and freshly checked by our staff mechanic.

Guided

Lake Como & The Italian Lake District

While many claim to know the Italian lake district, few have been to Lake Iseo—Lombardy’s hidden gem.

As you explore lakes Garda, Iseo, and Como, you’ll discover the vineyards of Franciacorta and ride the legendary Bernina Express en route to Switzerland’s St. Moritz.

$4,595 − $5,095* tour only: 7 days/6 nights

$5,945 − $6,695* air package: 10 days/8 nights

Best Months to Travel

Visit vbt.com to get the latest departure dates, pricing, and availability

Easy/Moderate

Itinerary

Features standard Air Package option

Extend Your Stay

SIRMIONE

Pre-Trip Extension from $295-$395*

BELLAGIO

Post-Trip Extension from $245*

7-32 miles/day BIKE

E-Bike, Road, Hybrid

FLIGHT + ARRIVAL Fly to Verona

A VBT representative will meet you at the airport and provide transportation to your hotel in Sirmione.

DAY 1 Sulzano/Lake Iseo

Travel to your first hotel, enjoying a scenic warm-up ride on Lake Iseo along the way.

DAY 2 Lake Iseo/Monte Isola

Embark a private boat to Monte Isola, a picturesque island with tiny cute villages, for an invigorating loop ride. Continue by boat to cross the lake and enjoy magnificent scenic cycling along Lake Iseo by high hills and through stunning medieval villages.

DAY 3 Franciacorta

Ride rolling routes into Franciacorta, the “Champagne” of Italy. Pause at a family-run farm for a tour and a thoughtfully prepared farm-fresh lunch, sampling sparkling wine from the vines. Return to your hotel via another tranquil, scenic route.

DAY 4 Oglio River/Valcamonica bike path/ Tirano

Trace the Oglio River on easy paths today, passing rocky cliffs and open fields where horses and cattle graze lazily. Stop to admire the remarkable rock engravings of Valcamonica, first UNESCO World Heritage site in Italy. Then journey to the scenic city of Tirano, gateway to Switzerland.

INCLUSIONS

Hotels, Many Meals, Bike Equipment

DAY 5 Bernina rail/Roseg Valley & St.Moritz

Ride the breathtakingly scenic Bernina Express train to Pontresina. Then you cycle or hike the magnificent Roseg Valley to a mountain lodge, perched at 6,000 feet. After lunch here, continue riding to St.Moritz before returning by train to Tirano and take time to explore its historic treasures on your own.

DAY 6 Valtellina Valley/Bellagio

Follow the Adda River bike path, a paradise for bikers of any ability. You pass vineyards, orchards, and castles and churches perched high on slopes. After a delicious picnic lunch, arrive at Lake Como, where a ferry delivers you to Bellagio, gracefully perched upon a promontory.

DAY 7 Bellagio

Your bike tour ends today in Bellagio. Air Package guests remain in this magical lakeside retreat for another evening.

DEPARTURE Fly home or continue your journey with an optional Post-Trip Extension in Bellagio.

The Dolomites, Bolzano and Lake Garda

This VBT tour was the first to combine easy Dolomite bike paths with the stunning scenery of Lake Garda. It’s our local connections that make this tour a standout—as your local trip leaders introduce you to the people who call this incredible region home.

$4,995 − $5,345* tour only: 7 days/6 nights $6,745 − $7,345* air package: 10 days/8 nights

INCLUSIONS

E-Bike, Road, Hybrid

Itinerary

Features standard Air Package option

Extend Your Stay

Pre-Trip Extension from $495*

Post-Trip Extension from $645-$895*

FLIGHT + ARRIVAL Fly to Innsbruck, Austria

A VBT representative will meet you at the airport and provide transportation to your hotel in Bolzano.

DAY 1 Bolzano

Cycle along the Talfer River to the Talfer Meadows, with views of the medieval Runkelstein Castle. Later, ride along the Isarco River as the Rosengarten mountain range surrounds you.

DAY 2 Lake Caldaro

Enjoy a breathtaking morning ride amid soaring summits, through quaint villages and lush, green vineyards. Pause to sample the local Gewürztraminer wine, then cycle along a riverside path to Lake Caldaro, an Alpine lake warm enough for swimming. Later, explore the beautiful Old Town of Bolzano, where a local museum houses the glacier mummy, Oetzi the Iceman.

DAY 3 Sole Valley/Madonna di Campiglio

Skirt the Noce River toward the emerald-green Sole Valley, surrounded by dramatic Dolomite massifs. Cycle along a tranquil river, pedaling past open meadows, shaded spruce woods, and a village filled with classic stone houses. Finally, arrive in Madonna di Campiglio, where you can rejuvenate at your hotel sauna and enjoy a fresh homemade dinner.

Hotels, Many Meals, Bike Equipment

DAY 4 Genova Valley/Nardis Falls/ Madonna di Campiglio

Ride among the spectacular Alpine vistas of the Adamello and Brenta Dolomites, pausing for a snack with a local cheesemaker. Then, coast into the Genova Valley, a narrow canyon with astonishing waterfalls. Later, board a cable car to capture the view of this breathtaking landscape.

DAY 5 Stenico/Lake Garda

Leave the Dolomites behind as you descend along the banks of the Sarca River. After lunch continue your ride towards the Limaro Canyon, followed by a shuttle ride to Lake Garda.

DAY 6 Lake Garda/Arco/Lake Cavedine

Cycle the perimeter of Lake Garda, a paradise surrounded by olive and fruit trees. Pass Sarca River Park, a protected habitat, and explore the village of Arco, with its imposing castle. Later, visit a family vineyard for a home-prepared lunch and locally renowned vino santo

DAY 7 Milan

Ferry this morning to Gargnano to meet your shuttle to Milan, where the bike tour ends. Air Package guests may enjoy free time in this magnificent city.

DEPARTURE Fly home or continue your journey with an optional Post-Trip Extension in Milan.

Piedmont, Langhe & The Italian Riviera

If you can’t decide between a trip to the seaside and a visit to Barolo wine country, this innovative cycling vacation has it all! Pairing the opulence of Langhe with the beauty of Liguria creates unparalleled experiences in wine, cycling, and gastronomy.

$4,195 − $4,845* tour only: 7 days/6 nights

$5,795 − $6,445* air package: 10 days/8 nights

Best Months to Travel May, June, August, September, October

Visit vbt.com to get the latest departure dates, pricing, and availability

Easy/Moderate

Itinerary

Features standard Air Package option

Extend Your Stay

Pre-Trip Extension from $345*

Post-Trip Extension from $395-$545*

7-37 miles/day

E-Bike, Road

FLIGHT + ARRIVAL Fly to Turin, Italy

A VBT representative will meet you at the airport and provide transportation to your hotel in Turin.

DAY 1 Canale/Roero

After a free morning, travel to Canale, your home for the first night. Enjoy a warm-up ride, then join an expert farmer on a truffle expedition. Following a tasting of local wines and cheeses,  savor a delicious welcome dinner of farm-fresh ingredients.

DAY 2 Pollenzo/La

Morra

Ride through stunning farmland to the ancient Roman city of Pollenzo. Pollenzo’s terraced houses were built upon the site of an ancient amphitheater. Arrive later at our hotel in a picturesque wine village.

DAY 3 Monforte/Barolo

Your morning spin leads past manicured vineyards, castles, and the region’s rectangular cascine farmhouses. Hilltop villages point you to quaint, medieval Barolo. Stroll this picturesque village and maybe visit the WIMU, the castle’s wine museum. Later tour the hotel’s renowned cellars and taste Barolo wine where it was born.

INCLUSIONS

Hotels, Many Meals, Bike Equipment

DAY 4 Alta Langa/San Lorenzo al Mare

Ride into Alta Langa amid hazelnut and oak trees and stunning Alpine vistas. Pause for lunch in beautiful riverside Millesimo. Later, pedal into the Liguria region for a shuttle to San Lorenzo al Mare on the Italian Riviera.

DAY 5 San Remo/Riva Ligure

This morning, cycle a revived rail trail along the Ligurian coast. Stop to explore the famed resort town of San Remo, perhaps visiting its synagogue. Continue to Ospedaletti, a former fishing village. After, you may stop to explore medieval coastal villages.

DAY 6 Taggia/Torre Paponi

Discover charming Taggia, where local foodie Roberta brings you to an olive-oil mill for a tasting and helps you prepare a delicious lunch of pasta and pesto sauce.  Discover more of Liguria tonight at your festive farewell dinner.

DAY 7 Nice

After breakfast, your bike tour ends. Air Package guests travel to our hotel in Nice.

DEPARTURE Fly home or continue your journey with an optional Post-Trip Extension in Nice.

Puglia’s Undiscovered Coast

Value and connection are what set this incomparable cycling tour of Puglia apart from the pack.

With our deep roots in the region, our local connections love to go the extra mile for VBT guests.

Why? Because we’re family.

$4,395 − $5,395*

tour only: 7 days/6 nights

$6,195 − $7,295* air package: 10 days/8 nights

Best Months to Travel

March, April, May, June, September, October

Visit vbt.com to get the latest departure dates, pricing, and availability

INCLUSIONS

Hotels, Many Meals, Bike Equipment

Itinerary

Features standard Air Package option

FLIGHT + ARRIVAL Fly to Bari

A VBT representative will meet you at the Bari airport and arrange transportation to your hotel in Alberobello.

DAY 1 Savelletri

Meet your trip leaders and cycle quiet country roads past 800-year-old olive groves on an easy loop as you become comfortable with your bike.

DAY 2 Olive oil tasting/Lunch at Il Frantoio farm

Indulge your senses with farm-fresh cuisine and an olive oil tasting curated by local award-winning hoteliers. Explore a “secret” citrus garden, and end your day with a ride along the ancient Traian road or up to the whitewashed city of Ostuni.

DAY 3 Egnatia/Monopoli

Extend Your Stay

Pre-Trip Extension from $445*

Post-Trip Extension from $645-$745*

Cycle to the archaeological coastal site of Egnatia. Stop to visit the local museum, where you’ll admire ancient sculptures, jewels, and historic gnathia pottery. Continue riding on to Monopoli, where you’ll explore its maze-like city center, soaring cathedrals, and colorful fishing harbor.

DAY 4 Acaya/Salento

Pedal along the ancient walled city of Acaya toward Torre dell’Orso, a coastal village that rises steeply from the sea. Enjoy lunch on

your own here, followed by an afternoon ride along the Alimini Lakes, bordered by Mediterranean scrub.

DAY 5 Otranto

Journey toward the sea past quaint villages before stopping for lunch in a secluded seaside garden. Then, continue toward the picturesque coastal town of Otranto, where you’ll find lively local craft studios, massive ramparts, and a cathedral with a wonderful giant floor mosaic. In the afternoon, bike along country roads and catch glimpses of ancient monoliths and tombs, or take a refreshing dip in tranquil, turquoise seas.

DAY 6 Eastern tip of Italy

Ride rural paths toward the charming town of Santa Cesarea, where you can enjoy lunch at a cozy café near the Adriatic Sea, if you wish. Refreshed, you’ll follow ethereal cliffs to Porto Badisco, renowned for its azure waters and prehistoric grottoes. Bike by Cape Otranto, a stunning lighthouse on the easternmost tip of Italy.

DAY

7 Lecce

Travel to Lecce, where your tour ends.

DEPARTURE Fly home or continue your journey with an optional Post-Trip Extension in Rome.

Sicily, The Noto Valley & Syracuse

If you’re looking for the authentic Sicily, VBT’s local trip leaders are delighted to welcome you! Pedal gentle bike paths along coastal valleys—stopping for lunch with a local family. Stay in a 17th century villa in Scicli and accompany a Sicilian truffle hunter on a search for this culinary prize.

$4,145 − $5,045* tour only: 7 days/6 nights

$5,545 − $6,645* air package: 10 days/8 nights

Best Months to Travel

April, May, June, August, September, October

Visit vbt.com to get the latest departure dates, pricing, and availability

Easy/Moderate

Itinerary

Features standard Air Package option

9-40 miles/day

E-Bike, Road, Hybrid

FLIGHT + ARRIVAL Fly to Catania

A VBT representative will meet you at the Catania airport and arrange transportation to your hotel in Taormina.

DAY 1 Scicli

Travel to your picturesque hotel in Scicli. Admire the baroque palaces and churches of Scicli on a walking tour. Then, warm up amid farms and groves of olive and carob trees.

DAY 2 Sampieri

Ride through the quiet countryside, past greenhouses, stone walls, and grazing cattle, toward the sea. Perhaps you’ll pause for a swim before enjoying a picnic in a shady grove. Later, stroll into Scicli to view its magnificent architecture lit up at night.

DAY 3 Modica/Noto Valley

Extend Your Stay

TAORMINA

Pre-Trip Extension from $495-$545*

SYRACUSE

Post-Trip Extension from $395*

Start the day with a spin through the peaceful countryside to an organic winery to sample fresh made organic bread, dried tomatoes, and local specialties, matched with local wines. Afterward, ride along scenic roads toward the sea.

DAY 4 Villa del Tellaro/Marzamemi/Noto

As you pedal toward the sea, stop to view Roman mosaics dating back to the fourth century BC. You can take a break for a swim as you approach the recently restored, ancient fishing village of Marzamemi, known for its 17th-century palace and tuna fishery.

INCLUSIONS

Hotels, Many Meals, Bike Equipment

DAY 5 Testa dell’Acqua/Palazzolo Acreide

Follow country roads to Feudo Bauly and prepare for a truffle hunt followed by a delicious lunch of local specialties. Afterward, enjoy the view from a scenic plateau as you ride to your masseria, an ancient fortified farmhouse-turned-resort, and enjoy the bounty of its gardens for dinner.

DAY 6 Canicattini Bagni/Floridia

Ride a scenic road en route to the baroque city of Floridia. A stop at a honey farm includes a delicious tasting opportunity after which you’ll coast downhill to your hotel and learn the secrets of Sicilian cooking.

DAY 7 Syracuse

Travel to Syracuse, where the rest of the day is free.

DEPARTURE Fly home or continue your journey with an optional Post-Trip Extension in Syracuse.

Southern Tuscany & Giglio Island

With 20 years of experience cycling the Tuscan coast, we know the best seaside routes, award-winning vineyards, and masserias that reflect the Maremma’s unique character. Pedal the shores of the Orbetello lagoon, learn to prepare Tuscan cantucci during a cooking class, and enjoy a tasting of Tuscany’s “liquid gold” at a local olive oil mill.

$3,995 − $5,145* tour only: 7 days/6 nights

$4,995 − $6,445* air package: 10 days/8 nights Best

Months to Travel

Easy/Moderate

Itinerary

Features standard Air Package option

15-41 miles/day

E-Bike, Road

INCLUSIONS

Hotels, Many Meals, Bike Equipment

FLIGHT + ARRIVAL Fly to Rome, Italy

A VBT representative will meet you at the Rome Fiumicino airport and provide transportation to your hotel in Orvieto.

DAY 1 Parrina/Albinia

Extend Your Stay

ORVIETO

Pre-Trip Extension from $245*

ROME

Post-Trip Extension from $295-$345*

Travel to your agriturismo (farm hotel), surrounded by beautiful countryside. See farmers at work in the orchards during a ride on quiet country roads. Tonight, your hosts will teach you to prepare delicious.

DAY 2 Maremma Park/Talamone

Cycle through Maremma Park to the medieval hilltop town of Talamone, with its ancient Sienese castle, Mediterranean views, and rock-strewn beach. Opt for a refreshing swim or horseback riding in the area.

DAY 3 Feniglia/Orbetello

Cycle through the countryside, passing elegant villas, gardens, and splendid sea views. After a picnic lunch at a local winery, traverse thick pine forests towards a pristine beach. Later, explore the old town of Orbetello and its surrounding lagoon.

DAY 4 Giglio Island

Ferry to Giglio Island and ascend the walled hilltop town of Giglio Castello, admiring the imposing Rocca Pisana fortress in the distance. At Campese Beach, go for a swim or relax on warm sands. Later, delight in the

plants and wildflowers along the Faraglione cliffs. Today is a non-biking day.

DAY 5 Magliano

Set off towards the sea along quiet country roads, passing poppy fields, sunflowers, and vineyards. Tour a former olive oil mill, followed by an oil tasting and later lunch in Magliono’s medieval piazza. Then, cycle gentle Tuscan hills to Scansano. Later, sample Tuscan wines produced by our agriturismo wine cellars.

DAY 6 Capalbio

Stroll 11th-century ramparts in the ancient town of Capalbio, surrounded by massive walls and panoramic views of the surrounding countryside. Explore the city’s cobblestone streets, medieval churches, and shops. Your journey concludes with an aperitivo amid sunset views and a celebratory farewell dinner.

DAY 7 Rome

Travel to Rome, where the rest of the day is free.

DEPARTURE Fly home or continue your journey with an optional Post-Trip Extension in Rome.

Tuscany, Chianti & Marina di Castagneto

On this unique cycling tour, we’ve paired the sun-soaked Tuscan seacoast with the lush vineyards of Chianti.

Along the way, you’ll discover a 13th century castle, observe artists crafting traditional pottery, and learn the art of Italian cooking in the kitchen of a quintessential Tuscan farmhouse.

$4,045 − $5,445* tour only: 7 days/6 nights

$5,445 − $6,445* air package: 10 days/8 nights

Itinerary

Easy/Moderate MILEAGE 8-39 miles/day BIKE OPTIONS

E-Bike, Road, Hybrid

FLIGHT + ARRIVAL Florence, Italy

A VBT representative will meet you at the airport and arrange transportation to your hotel in Florence.

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Features standard Air Package option

DAY 1 Radda in Chianti

Extend Your Stay

FLORENCE

LUCCA

Post-Trip Extension from $295* RATING

Pre-Trip Extension from $595-$645*

Travel to your luxurious hotel in Radda in Chianti. Join a warm-up ride over gentle hills and past manicured vineyards to Castellina in Chianti. Later, enjoy a welcome reception on the panoramic terrace of your Palazzo.

DAY 2 Castello di Meleto/Gaiole in Chianti

Cycle along Chianti’s “castle way” to familyowned Castello di Meleto, where a guided tour introduces you to its vineyards and its beehives. Later cycle to Gaiole in Chianti and get a taste of the white roads of the famous L’Eroica race. End your day at pottery studio.

DAY 3 Monteriggioni/Marina di Castagneto

Leave Chianti today, coasting down a thrilling route into the medieval walled city of Monteriggioni. Later, get a lift to hilltop Montescudaio, following a beautiful wine road past the Ornellaia vineyards and the village of Bibbona to the seaside village of Marina di Castagneto.

DAY 4 Strada del Vino/Bolgheri

Cycle the Strada del Vino to Bolgheri, a medieval hamlet on the coast renowned for its wine. Stop at the family-owned Fonte di Foiano

olive oil mill, where you sample different oils. Your hosts prepare you a lunch of vegetarian dishes with ingredients from their organic gardens. Tonight, experiment with fresh ingredients during a cooking lesson and homehosted dinner.

DAY 5 Suvereto

Chestnut trees, medieval estates, and sunflower fields mark your miles today as you ride to the ancient stone village of Suvereto. There’ll be time to explore and enjoy a picnic lunch. Continue into the Cornia Valley, where our Etruscan retreat welcomes you with its stunning natural spring pool.

DAY 6 Baratti/Populonia

Enjoy a final ride among the Cornia foothills.

Swim in the azure waters of Baratti Bay or enjoy a stroll along the beach. Explore the ancient town of Populonia and enjoy the views of the turquoise waters. This evening, gather for a memorable farewell dinner.

DAY 7 Lucca/VBT Bicycle Vacation ends

Reminiscence on your week’s adventures over breakfast before traveling to Lucca, where Air Package guests will stay the night.

DEPARTURE Fly home or continue your journey with an optional Post-Trip Extension in Lucca.

Marina

NEW! ITALY

Umbria, Spello, Montefalco & Assisi

With VBT’s deep Italian roots, we know where to find Umbria’s most scenic, low-traffic cycling routes for the best biking experience. Join us on an epic spin through the “green heart” of Italy—including the stunning hilltop city of Assisi, and many hidden gems with authentic local flavor.

$4,595 − $5,295* tour only: 7 days/6 nights

$6,395 − $6,595* air package: 10 days/8 nights Best Months to Travel

September, October Visit vbt.com to get the latest departure dates, pricing, and availability

RATING

Easy/Moderate MILEAGE 7-45 miles/day BIKE OPTIONS

E-Bike, Road, Hybrid

Itinerary

Features standard Air Package option

Extend Your Stay

FLORENCE

Pre-Trip Extension from $495-$595*

ORVIETO

Post-Trip Extension from $345*

FLIGHT + ARRIVAL Fly to Florence, Italy

A VBT representative will meet you at the Florence airport and provide transportation to your hotel.

DAY 1 Travel to Umbria/Warm-up ride

Coach to your first hotel in Umbria and enjoy your first thrilling spin down a green valley planted with hundreds of olive trees.

DAY 2 Scheggino/Truffle Museum/ Oil tasting

Cycle easy country roads past tiny fortified villages and into scenic the Nera Valley. Visit the Abbey of Saints Felice and Mauro, a 12th-century jewel. In Scheggino, explore the Truffle Museum. Enjoy an olive-oil tasting tonight.

DAY 3 Rasiglia and Colfiorito/Picnic lunch/ Spello

Delight in picturesque Rasiglia, a medieval mill town known as the “Little Venice of Umbria” for its necklace of waterways. Continue to a regional park surrounded by the Appennines and enjoy a picnic lunch. In Spello, embark on a guided walking tour.

DAY 4 Montefalco and Bevagna/ Enoteca dinner

Explore two medieval gems today: Montefalco, surrounded by 13th- and 14th-century walls, and Bevagna, one of the

INCLUSIONS

Hotels, Many Meals, Bike Equipment

most beautiful villages in Italy. At a famous enoteca, savor a special dinner of local specialties perfectly paired with wine.

DAY 5 Assisi

Spin along a country road flanked by olive trees to beautiful Assisi, birthplace of St. Francis and a UNESCO World Heritage site. A guided tour reveals its highlights.

DAY 6 Home-hosted lunch/ Tiber River bike path

Enjoy sweeping views as you spin to a picturesque agriturismo, where you savor a delicious local specialty during a home-hosted lunch. Then, roll along the Tiber River on a relaxing bike path, passing fields of tobacco and shady trees. Stay the night in a true castle that preserves its medieval ambiance.

DAY 7 Perugia

Enjoy a guided tour of Perugia, the capital of Umbria.

DEPARTURE Fly home or continue your journey with an optional Post-Trip Extension in Orvieto.

Valleys of the

Dolomites

This innovative cycling vacation combines the best of Italy’s Dolomite bike paths—creating beautifully diverse scenery on gentle valley routes. As you pedal into South Tyrol, you’ll discover the marriage of Italian and German culture that make this region unique.

$5,495 − $6,245* tour only: 7 days/6 nights

$6,845 − $7,595* air package: 10 days/8 nights

Best Months to Travel May, June, July, August, September

Visit vbt.com to get the latest departure dates, pricing, and availability

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Itinerary

Features standard Air Package option

4-36 miles/day

E-Bike, Road, Hybrid

FLIGHT + ARRIVAL Fly to Venice, Italy

A VBT representative will meet you at the airport and provide transportation to your hotel in Venice.

DAY 1 Cortina d’Ampezzo

A VBT representative will meet you at the airport and provide transportation to your hotel in Venice.

DAY 2 Cadore

Mountains surround a scenic downhill glide into the Ampezzan Valley, a stronghold of the ancient Ladin culture. Enjoy a picnic lunch of local specialties.

DAY 3 Dobbiaco/San Candido/Brunico

Take in spectacular views of mountains, lakes, meadows, forests, villages, and pastures stippled with large, isolated farmhouses, or masi. Your destination is the South Tyrol, with its dual Austrian-Italian culture. Enjoy time to stroll the little city of San Candido, home of the oldest monastery in the Dolomites.

Extend Your Stay

Pre-Trip Extension from $545-$895*

Post-Trip Extension from $395-$595*

DAY 4 Aurina and Tures Valleys

Trace the Aurino River on easy paths today, passing high mountains dotted with slopehugging castles and cattle farms. After a tasty barbecue lunch, you might walk to roaring waterfalls. On your return, you might explore the city of Brunico with its lively pedestrian area, or visit Ripa Castle, once

Hotels, Many Meals, Bike Equipment

the summer residence of prince-bishops.

DAY 5 Isarco River Valley/Bressanone

Cycle the picturesque Pusteria Valley bike path along the Rienza River and though forests, tiny villages, and covered bridges. In Bressanone, once an important cathedral town, enjoy a guided walking tour. This afternoon, shuttle to Merano, a vibrant cultural city.

DAY 6 Glorenza/`

Your final day of cycling the Dolomites features an especially picturesque route. From the Renaissance village of Glorenza, you’ll cycle through sprawling apple orchards and vineyards, viewing castles adorning the slopes.

DAY 7 Merano/Verona

After free time in Merano this morning, Air Package guests will travel to Verona.

DEPARTURE Fly home or continue your journey with an optional Post-Trip Extension in Verona.

SPAIN

Andalusia, Córdoba & Granada

While other bike tours dabble in Andalusia, this comprehensive Andalusian cycling vacation brings you right to its heart. You’ll cycle the famous Ruta Del Vino wine road, spin past white-washed villages, and stop at an authentic, Andalusian cortijo for lunch with VBT’s local friends.

$4,395 − $4,995* tour only: 7 days/6 nights

$5,995 − $5,895* air package: 10 days/8 nights

Best Months to Travel

March, April, May, June, September, October, November

Visit vbt.com to get the latest departure dates, pricing, and availability

INCLUSIONS

Hotels, Many Meals, Bike Equipment

Itinerary

Features standard Air Package option

FLIGHT + ARRIVAL Fly to Seville

A VBT representative will meet you at the airport and arrange transportation to your hotel in Palma del Rio.

DAY 1 Palma del Rio

Extend Your Stay

Pre-Trip Extension from $345-$595*

Post-Trip Extension from $495*

Begin your tour with a ride through a fertile river valley. Tonight, savor authentic Andalusian specialties: tapas and sangria.

DAY 2 Natural Park of Hornachuelos

A mountainous vista beckons as you ride up to the foothills of the Sierra Morena Mountain Range and the Parque Natural de Hornachuelos before lunch and on the way to Córdoba, a UNESCO World Heritage site.

DAY 3 Córdoba

Your discovery of Córdoba begins with a guided tour of the Mezquita—one of the world’s greatest examples of Moorish architecture. Afterward, explore this cosmopolitan city on your own, perhaps visiting the Judería (Jewish district) or the Bullfighting Museum.

DAY 4 Ruta del Vino, Zuheros, and Andalusian cortijo

Your Spain bike tour continues along rolling terrain to a beautiful bodega, where you will taste the wines that have made this one of Andalusia’s most famous wine regions. With views of Zuheros, Spain’s most beautiful whitewashed villages in the distance, your ride

ends with a stop at a cortijo for a late picnic lunch.

DAY 5 Jaen and surroundings

From Jaen’s hilltop castle, today’s route follows the old road to Granada, where ancient Roman and Visigoth ruins preside over a quiet valley with mountain views. At your historic hotel, you join the chef to learn the secrets of authentic Andalusian cuisine.

DAY 6 Granada

The Sierra Nevada mountain range looms above you as you glide down a river valley. Along the way, pass a towering medieval castle, a 2,000-year-old Roman bridge, and quaint mountain villages. Cottonwood trees shade the final leg of today’s journey.

DAY 7 Alhambra Palace

Enjoy a guided tour of the mighty Alhambra fortress and magnificent gardens.

DEPARTURE Fly home or continue your journey with an optional Post-Trip Extension in Malaga.

SPAIN

Balearic Islands, Mallorca & Ses Salines

If you think Mallorca is only for professional cyclists, think again! With our deep Spanish roots, we found the hidden easy-to-moderate cycling routes other bike tour companies miss. With a wealth of local wines and seafood, we’ll help you discover Mallorca’s culinary traditions on this foodie’s cycling tour.

$4,395 − $5,695* tour only: 7 days/6 nights

$5,695 − $7,295* air package: 10 days/8 nights

Best Months to Travel

March, April, May, June, September, October, November

Visit vbt.com to get the latest departure dates, pricing, and availability

Easy/Moderate

Itinerary

Features standard Air Package option

10-40 miles/day

E-Bike, Road

FLIGHT + ARRIVAL Fly to Palma, Spain

A VBT representative will meet you at the airport and arrange transportation to your hotel in Palma.

DAY 1 Binissalém

Extend Your Stay

PALMA

Pre-Trip Extension from $195-$245*

BARCELONA

Post-Trip Extension from $495*

Join a warm-up ride to region of Binissalém in the shadow of the breathtaking Tramuntanas. Learn about Majorcan paella during a special lunch at a nearby finca, complete with wine.

DAY 2 Sóller/Fornalutx/Biniaraix

Ride to quaint Fornalutx and the valley of Biniaraix, blanketed with orchards and vineyards. Stop to browse the famous outdoor market of Sóller and enjoy lunch at the Can Det finca, with their own olive oil and orange juice.

DAY 3 Caimari/Pollença

Ride the farms and vineyards of the stunning, unspoiled Tramuntana range, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Visit the mountain village of Caimari, famed for its olive oil and herbal liquor. Coast into Pollença in the island’s north.

DAY 4 Alcúdia/Sea coves of Pollença

Cycle to historic seaside Alcúdia. Pause for a swim in a scenic sea cove on the Bay of Pollença. Continue along a coastal route to the s’Albufereta Nature Reserve wetlands.

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DAY 5 Rustic Majorcan countryside

Take in the rustic Majorcan countryside as you leave the Tramuntanas behind, riding from the north to the far south of the island. Admire the region’s distinctive windmills. Cross the Pla i Llevent wine region and end the day in Ses Salines.

DAY 6 Salines d’Es Trenc/Cala Figuera

Ride quiet roads to the salt pans of Salines d’Es Trenc, and visit the national park that protects the salt-marsh ecosystem here. Next, pedal through forests and groves to a peaceful fishing village for lunch by the colorful bay of Cala Figuera.

DAY 7 Barcelona

Your bike tour ends after a fresh Mediterranean breakfast this morning. Air Package guests will fly to Barcelona.

DEPARTURE Fly home or continue your journey with an optional Post-Trip Extension in Barcelona.

SPAIN

Girona & Costa Brava

With our deep Spanish roots, we bring you the authentic Catalonia—on easy cycling routes and low-traffic country roads that others miss. Spin through ancient medieval villages and experience the sophisticated side of Costa Brava—where artists such as Salvador Dali made their indelible mark.

$4,195 − $5,095* tour only: 7 days/6 nights

$5,595 − $6,695* air package: 10 days/8 nights

Best Months to Travel March, April, May, June, September, October, November Visit

INCLUSIONS

Hotels, Many Meals, Bike Equipment

Itinerary

Features standard Air Package option

Extend Your Stay

BARCELONA

Pre-Trip Extension from $495-$545*

MALLORCA

Post-Trip Extension from $595-$695*

FLIGHT + ARRIVAL Fly to Barcelona

A VBT representative will meet you at the airport and arrange transportation to your hotel in Girona.

DAY 1 Girona

Discover Girona on a guided walking tour. Later, enjoy an easy ride along Lake Banyoles and through scenic mountain valleys, pausing for a picnic lunch by the shore.

DAY 2 Púbol Castle/Platja de Pals

Cycle to the medieval village of Púbol, once home to Salvador Dalí and his wife. At the Púbol Castle, original artwork offers a glimpse into their personal lives. Savor flavorful cuisine in one of the local cafés for lunch on your own. Later, ride through lush farmlands and small towns to the coastal village of Platja de Pals.

DAY 3 Medieval village loop ride

Pedal into a rural landscape of sunflower fields and fruit orchards on the ride to Baix Empordà’s medieval villages. You’ll be charmed by Pals’ cobbled streets, impressive Gothic Quarter, and Roman wall. In the historic stone village of Peratallada, admire an ancient castle and visit a thriving artist community.

DAY 4 Apple orchards and home-hosted lunch

Breeze past apple orchards framed by the snowcapped Pyrenees and stop for lunch at a typical mas—a small Catalonian farmhouse.

Pass a medieval water mill on this afternoon’s scenic ride before arriving at your beachfront hotel. Here, wander along the waterside cycling path or rejuvenate in the spa.

DAY 5 Peralada/Vilabertran/Empúries

Cycle through a rural landscape of vineyards and olive and cork trees to the perfectly restored Peralada Castle and the village of Vilabertran. On a self-guided tour of Empúries, you can soak up the history of these important Greco-Roman ruins.

DAY 6 Costa Brava cruise/ Torroella de Montgri

Pass gorgeous coves, crystal-clear waters, and craggy rock formations on a scenic boat ride. Back on your bike, ride beneath the impressive Montgri massif, with the ancient Montgri Castle perched on its summit. Stop for lunch in medieval Torroella de Montgri, once a royal port. This evening, sample Catalonia’s finest wines during a festive farewell dinner.

DAY 7 Dalí Museum/Barcelona

In Figueres, the birthplace of Dalí, enjoy an included tour of the Dalí Museum. Continue on to Barcelona. Post-Trip Extension guests will fly to Mallorca today.

DEPARTURE Fly home or continue your journey with an optional Post-Trip Extension in Mallorca.

SPAIN & PORTUGAL

Coastal Camino De Santiago

To cycle the coastal portion of the Camino de Santiago from north to south, this VBT vacation is the only game in town! On this historic route, you’ll feel the depth of sacred traditions during your stay at an ancient monastery—and meet VBT’s many local friends.

$4,845 − $5,295* tour only: 7 days/6 nights

$6,245 − $6,795* air package: 10 days/8 nights

Best Months to Travel

Visit vbt.com to get the latest departure dates, pricing, and availability

INCLUSIONS

Itinerary

Features standard Air Package option

Extend Your Stay

SANTIAGO DE COMPOSTELA

Pre-Trip Extension from $545-$595*

PORTO

Post-Trip Extension from $495*

E-Bike, Road, Hybrid

FLIGHT + ARRIVAL Fly to Santiago de Compostela

A VBT representative will meet you at the airport and provide transportation to your hotel in Santiago de Compostela.

DAY 1 Santiago de Compostela/Padrón/ Cambados

Tour your historic parador and visit the revered Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela. Travel to Padrón for a warm-up ride, then shuttle to the lovely port city of Cambados.

DAY 2 Ruta do Viño Rias Baixas/Island of A Illa de Arousa/Traditional Fishing

Board a traditional fishing boat and learn how to pick shellfish. Cycle the Ruta do Viño Rias Baixas , then cross a causeway to A Illa de Arousa to ride the island’s perimeter, enjoying views of a large estuary and pausing for a picnic lunch by the shore. Later, explore Old Cambados.

DAY 3 Pazo de Rubianes/Baiona

Ride the Road of Camellias to the grand 18th-century Pazo de Rubianes. Savor lunch, a wine tasting, and a guided walk in its gorgeous gardens. Later, shuttle to Baiona.

Hotels, Many Meals, Bike Equipment

DAY 4 Oia

Follow along the Coastal Portuguese Camino de Santiago, veering into the rural Galician landscape of forested foothills with sublime seaside views. Visit the village of Oia, with its Royal Monastery of Santa Maria, and savor an included local traditional lunch in a fantastic seaside setting.

DAY 5 Coastal way of St. James/

Welcome in Portugal

Follow the Portuguese Coastal Way of St. James and cross the Minho River into Portugal bicycling over Friendship bridge.

DAY 6 Ponte de Lima/Paço de Calheiros

Ride to Ponte de Lima among quaint Portuguese villages. Cross its Roman-era bridge, and enjoy lunch and a local wine as the guest of Count of Paço de Calheiros.

DAY 7 Travel to Porto/Free time

A short bus ride whisks you to Porto, the hub of Portugal’s wine production and a cultural capital dripping with authentic charm.

DEPARTURE Fly home or continue your journey with a Post-Trip Extension in Porto.

FRANCE

The Burgundy Wine Region & Dijon

When you’re pedaling Burgundy’s famous Route des Vins, there’s one thing you’ll want more than anything: extra time to enjoy it. As you spin along the famous Route Des Grands Crus towards Nuits-Saint-Georges, you’ll be glad to have one extra day to explore its ancient vineyards.

$5,745* tour only: 7 days/6 nights

$6,895 − $7,145* air package: 10 days/8 nights

Best

Months to Travel

May, June, August, September, October

Visit vbt.com to get the latest departure dates, pricing, and availability

Easy/Moderate

Itinerary

Features standard Air Package option

Pont-de-Pany

Valleyde L’Ouche

Geverey-Chambertin

Vosne-Romanée

N uits-Saint-Georges à Cussigny

Pommar d Santenay Puligny-Montrachet Meursault

Chalon-sur-Saône

hardonnay

Cluny Viré

Extend Your Stay

LYON

Pre-Trip Extension from $395*

PARIS

Post-Trip Extension from $395*

16-35 miles/day

FLIGHT + ARRIVAL Fly to Lyon

A VBT representative will meet you at the airport and arrange transportation to your hotel in Lyon.

DAY 1 Tournus

Enjoy a tour of Cluny, the former Benedictine abbey. Visit the lively market for lunch. Afterward, ride a loop from Tournus along the Saône River.

DAY

2 Chardonnay

Follow the flat Voie Bleue bike path along the Saône to the rolling countryside where the Chardonnay grape is cultivated. Visit the wine village of Viré and savor lunch in Uchizy. This evening, enjoy a tasting with a wine purveyor.

DAY 3 Côte de Beaune

Traverse the vineyards of the Côte Chalonnaise, and ride the Voie Verte bike path along the Canal du Centre to Santenay. Later, cycle through the famed Côte de Beaune past charming villages. Your ride concludes in Beaune, an elegant wine town where you can later walk to a wine cellar for a tour and tasting.

DAY 4

Hospices de Beaune/Cussigny

Visit the 15th-century Hospices de Beaune— Burgundy’s beloved almshouse—before cycling into the countryside. In Cussigny, join a family for a picnic lunch and a game of pétanque Return to Beaune through forests and villages.

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DAY 5 La Route des Grands Crus/Dijon

Ride the Route des Grands Crus through an entire vineyard region protected by its UNESCO status. Bike past some of the world’s most famous vineyards, stopping to explore charming villages. Later, arrive in Dijon for a walking tour of its historic center.

DAY 6 Dijon/Burgundian canal/ Valley de l’Ouche

Cycle Burgundy’s Garden Route today. You may join the long option into the Valley de l’Ouche, a paradise of tranquil, unspoiled countryside. After free time in Dijon, toast to your week of incredible cycling with a gourmet farewell dinner.

DAY 7 Paris

After breakfast, your bike tour concludes. Air Package guests walk to the Dijon train station to continue by high-speed train to Paris.

DEPARTURE Fly home or continue your journey with an optional Post-Trip Extension in Paris.

FRANCE

Normandy & Brittany

Can’t decide if you’d rather cycle the historic coast of Normandy or Brittany’s charming seaside villages?

With this VBT cycling vacation, you get it all! Explore historic Bayeux and discover Omaha Beach during a guided tour—and glorious Mont Saint-Michel is a highlight you’ll remember for a lifetime.

$5,195 − $5,445* tour only: 7 days/6 nights

$6,695 − $6,845* air package: 10 days/8 nights

Best Months

to

Travel May, June, August, September, October

Visit vbt.com to get the latest departure dates, pricing, and availability

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Itinerary

Features standard Air Package option

Extend Your Stay

PARIS

Pre-Trip Extension from $445-$495*

NEW! VERSAILLES

Post-Trip Extension from $245*

15-30 miles/day

E-Bike, Road

FLIGHT + ARRIVAL Fly to Paris

A VBT representative will meet you at the airport and arrange transportation to your hotel in Paris.

DAY 1 Bayeux

Ride through verdant Norman countryside to the World War II coastal fortifications at Longues-sur-Mer. This evening, enjoy a welcome dinner at your hotel.

DAY 2 Arromanches

Cycle past Normandy’s legendary hedgerows and pretty country villages to Arromanches, the port on the English Channel that played a vital role in the D-Day landings. In Bayeux, you may opt to visit the famed 11th-century tapestry and museum.

DAY 3 Normandy

Cycle past manor houses into pasturelands. View the Abbey of Saint-Martin-de-Mondaye. Tour an apple orchard complemented with a cider tasting. Dine at the hotel this evening.

DAY 4 Omaha Beach/Brittany

Ride past old stone farmhouses and fertile orchards to Omaha Beach. Join a World War II expert and guide for a tour of the D-day landing site and the American Cemetery. Cycle to Pointe du Hoc before traveling to Saint-Malo, Brittany’s ancient seaside fortified city.

Hotels, Many Meals, Bike Equipment

DAY 5 Dinan/Saint-Suliac

Shuttle to Dinan, a fairy-tale walled city on a hilltop. Be guided through the medieval center, then pedal along the scenic Rance River, pausing at Saint-Suliac, where the ancient stone houses are draped with fishing nets.

DAY 6 Cancale

Trace the ruggedly beautiful Brittany coast, stopping at the Jacques Cartier Manor House to learn about the intrepid French explorer. Admire sweeping views as you cycle to the quaint fishing port of Cancale—a visit to the oyster market is rewarded with a tasting.

DAY 7 Mont Saint-Michel

After breakfast, everyone is welcome to travel to the spectacular island of Mont SaintMichel. After a guided walking tour of its historic warrens, continue to the airport hotel in Versailles, where Air Package guests will spend the night.

DEPARTURE Fly home or continue your journey with an optional Post-Trip Extension in Versailles.

SaintMalo

FRANCE

Saint-Remy-De-Provence, Les Baux & Avignon

VBT’s Provençal trip leaders are more than just guides—they’re family! With our deep relationships in Provence, we’ve got the inside scoop only the locals know. Cycle the majestic Alpilles, stroll the cobbled streets of Avignon, and join your Provençal trip leaders for dinner in the home of a local friend.

$4,395 − $4,995* tour only: 7 days/6 nights

$5,845 − $6,445* air package: 10 days/8 nights

Best Months to Travel

May, June, September, October Visit vbt.com to get the latest departure dates, pricing, and availability

Itinerary

Easy/Moderate MILEAGE 7-33 miles/day

Features standard Air Package option

E-Bike, Road, Hybrid

FLIGHT + ARRIVAL Fly to Marseille

A VBT representative will meet you at the airport and arrange transportation to your hotel in Aix-en-Provence.

DAY 1 Avignon

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astonishing ancient Roman aqueduct and architectural masterpiece. Travel on to SaintRémy-de-Provence, gateway to the Alpilles.

DAY 5 Les Baux/Van Gogh tour/ Home-hosted dinner

Extend Your Stay

AIX-EN-PROVENCE

Post-Trip Extension from $395* RATING

Arrive in Avignon and enjoy time at leisure before a warm-up ride through the orchards of the island of La Barthelasse.

DAY 2 Avignon/Chateauneuf-du-Pape

Cycle the bike path between Avignon and Chateauneuf-du-Pape.  Stroll its small winding lanes, passing in front of the medieval houses, the communal oven, the olive oil press and the town hall with its round tower. Later, join a local guide for a walking tour of the legendary “City of the Popes.”

DAY 3 Lirac/Tavel

Pre-Trip Extension from $345*

NEW! MARSEILLE

The fertile valley of the Rhône River delights your eye on today’s ride. In the charming wine village of Tavel, renowned for its rosé, enjoy a picnic lunch and wine tasting. Cycle back to your hotel and then, you are free to explore the Palais des Papes—the massive, 14th-century papal palace—and stroll the city’s cobbled streets.

DAY 4 Pont du Gard/ Saint-Rémy-deProvence

Roll along the Rhône Valley to Vers. Afterward, stroll the Pont du Gard, an

Pause at an ancient fortress atop a rocky plateau en route to Les Baux, a beautiful village with stunning views and picturesque architecture. Take in a spectacular multimedia show at Carrières de Lumières before cycling back to Saint-Rémy. Join a local historian for a tour of the sanitarium where Vincent van Gogh lived.

DAY 6 Les Alpilles

Today’s scenic route takes you through pristine Provençal countryside, passing olive groves and the soaring Alpilles. Celebrate the lyrical landscapes over a farewell dinner.

DEPARTURE Fly home or continue your journey with an optional Post-Trip Extension in Marseille.

CROATIA

The Dalmatian Islands

For more than 15 years, VBT has cycled Croatia’s Dalmatian Islands, discovering the best bike routes, waterfront accommodations, and turquoise beaches. Most importantly, we’ve dedicated ourselves to making local friends. On VBT’s seminal Croatian cycling vacation, you’re not a tourist—you’re family.

$4,345 − $5,395* tour only: 7 days/6 nights

$5,745 − $6,795* air package: 10 days/8 nights

Best Months to Travel

April, May, June, July, August, September, October

Visit vbt.com to get the latest departure dates, pricing, and availability

INCLUSIONS

Itinerary

Features standard Air Package option

6-35 miles/day

E-Bike, Road, Hybrid

FLIGHT + ARRIVAL Fly to Split

A VBT representative will meet you at the airport and provide transportation to your hotel in Split.

DAY 1 Brač Island

Ferry from Split to Brač Island. After a scenic ride along Postira’s harbor, enjoy homemade grappa on the terrace before a traditional Brač Island dinner.

DAY 2 Pučišća/Škrip

Follow quiet coastal roads through simple villages to Škrip, Brač’s oldest settlement. In Pučišća, visit a world-renowned stonecutter’s school to learn about the craft. After an afternoon language lesson, try out your newfound skills over dinner with a local family in their home.

DAY 3 Vidova Gora/Milna

Shuttle to the island’s highest point, Vidova Gora, taking in breathtaking vistas as you coast through the villages of Nerežišća and Ložišća.

Extend Your Stay

Pre-Trip Extension from $395-$595*

DUBROVNIK

Post-Trip Extension from $345-$695*

Continue to the beautiful marina town of Milna. On the way back to Postira, stop at the port village of Sutivan.

DAY 4 Bol & Zlatni Rat Beach/Boat ride/Hvar

Enjoy breathtaking views during your coach ride to Zlatni Rat, the most famous beach in Croatia. Swim and savor lunch on your own in nearby Bol. Later, take a private boat to Hvar.

Hotels, Many Meals, Bike Equipment

This evening, enjoy a cooking class and dinner at a typical Hvar home.

DAY 5 Hvar/Stari Grad

Ride past fields of poppies, rosemary, and lavender, crisscrossed by stone walls to the village of Brusje. Continue to Stari Grad, one of the oldest towns in Europe, which is set at the end of a narrow bay. Later, cycle to Jelsa and climb toward the hills of Poljica.

DAY 6 Vrboska/Jelsa/Pitva/Brusje

Ride a flat route through verdant fields and quiet stone villages. You’ll start in Vrboska, a charming harbor town, and then skirt a towering fjord, perhaps stopping for a swim. Enjoy a picnic in the fishing port of Jelsa before pedaling to the mountain village of Pitve, a beautiful island town.

DAY 7 Dubrovnik

After breakfast, travel to Dubrovnik, where the bike tour ends. Air Package guests may enjoy free time this afternoon.

DEPARTURE Fly home or continue your journey with an optional Post-Trip Extension in Dubrovnik.

ENGLAND

Bath & The Cotswolds

VBT’s Provençal trip leaders are more than just guides—they’re family! With our deep relationships in Provence, we’ve got the inside scoop only the locals know. Cycle the majestic Alpilles, stroll the cobbled streets of Avignon, and discover the wines of Chateauneuf-du-Pape.

$4,645 − $5,495* tour only: 6 days/5 nights

$5,895 − $6,795* air package: 8 days/6 nights

Best Months to Travel

Visit vbt.com to get the latest departure dates, pricing, and availability

Itinerary

Easy/Moderate

10-42 miles/day

E-Bike, Road, Hybrid

FLIGHT + ARRIVAL Fly to London

A VBT representative will meet you at the airport and arrange transportation to your hotel in Oxford.

INCLUSIONS

Hotels, Many Meals, Bike Equipment

Features standard Air Package option

Extend Your Stay

OXFORD

Post-Trip Extension from $295* RATING

Pre-Trip Extension from $345*

BATH

DAY 1 Oxford/Burford

Shuttle to Bampton—featured in the beloved PBS series Downton Abbey—and cycle through the scenic countryside.

DAY 2 Windrush Valley/Blenheim Palace

Cycle the picturesque Windrush Valley, enjoying views of dry-stone walls, pastures, agricultural fields, and woodlands. At Blenheim Palace—birthplace of Sir Winston Churchill—admire the impeccably designed landscape as you explore the grounds and estate rooms.

DAY 3 Bourton-on-the-Water/ Lower Slaughter

Spin through a historic 17th-century deer course en route to Bourton-on-the-Water, called the “Venice of the Cotswolds” for its graceful arched bridges. Then take a slow roll through Lower Slaughter, a quintessential English village.

DAY

4 Chipping Campden/Hidcote Gardens/Broadway Tower

Pedal along magnificent hedge- and treelined country lanes and past the honeyhued limestone architecture of Chipping

Campden. At Hidcote Gardens, stroll the colorful and intricately designed outdoor “rooms” of one of England’s most influential Arts and Crafts gardens. Then continue on to Broadway Tower, where, on a clear day, you will be rewarded with extensive views of the surrounding countryside. After, enjoy a delicious pub lunch.

DAY 5 Southern Cotswolds/Bath

This morning’s ride traces a 2,000-year-old Roman route, a remarkable feat of ancient engineering. From here, you’ll ride into the heart of Bath, England’s elegant Georgian jewel, where your time is at leisure to take in the Roman ruins and other highlights of Jane Austen’s home city.

DAY 6 Bradford-on-Avon/River Avon/Bath

Explore the tranquil canals and marvel at the intricate aqueducts along the River Avon in and around Bath. Pass through small hamlets and historic villages on today’s scenic ride before returning to Bath.

DEPARTURE Fly home or continue your journey with an optional Post-Trip Extension in Bath.

NEW! ENGLAND & SCOTLAND

Lake District to Edinburgh

If you’re looking for a cycling trip to England and Scotland that takes you far from the madding crowd, this is the one! With VBT’s insider access to remote corners of the British Isles, we’ll lead you over hill and dale through some of the most coveted regions of England and Scotland.

$5,595 − $5,795* tour only: 7 days/6 nights

$6,895 − $7,595* air package: 10 days/8 nights

Months to Travel

INCLUSIONS

Itinerary

Features standard Air Package option

miles/day

FLIGHT + ARRIVAL Fly to Manchester

A VBT representative will meet you at the airport and arrange transportation to your hotel in Penrith.

DAY 1 Keswick/Borrowdale Valley

Extend Your Stay

LIVERPOOL

Pre-Trip Extension from $245*

EDINBURGH

Post-Trip Extension from $295*

Shuttle to Keswick and enjoy a scenic spin along a river view bike path before passing the Castlerigg Stones into the Borrowdale Valley.

DAY 2 Northern Lakes/Buttermere Valley/ Honister Pass

Bike beneath the wonderful and spirted Catbells, a spectacular fell, before continuing along the picturesque shores of Buttermere to a historic pub for lunch. A local guide shares some history of the “Lake Poets” who drew their inspiration from the bucolic region.

DAY 3 North Peninnes/Tyne Valley/Hexham

Cycling the North Pennines, an official Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, you’ll head downhill into the Tyne Valley and the historic town of Hexham.

DAY 4 Hadrian’s Wall/The Sill/Vindolanda

Delve into the region’s Roman heritage at two highlights of the “Frontiers of the Roman Empire” UNESCO World Heritage site. Cycle to ancient Hadrian’s Wall and walk this ancient structure before enjoying lunch at the iconic landscape discovery center, The Sill. And visit Vindolanda Roman Fort

Hotels, Many Meals, Bike Equipment

& Museum, where fascinating ruins are still being uncovered.

DAY 5 Kielder Forest/Scottish Border

Discover the wonders of Kielder Water and Forest Park, England’s largest forest. Pedal the shores of its man-made lake, keeping an eye out for its abundance of wildlife and award-winning art and architecture. For lunch, savor two Scottish specialties: haggis and whiskey. Experience the eerie ambiance of Hermitage Castle before cycling to charming Peebles.

DAY 6 Bike the Border Country

Cycle the Border Country along roads made famous by the Border Reivers, pausing at Dawyck Botanical Gardens, home to an exceptional collection of trees. Explore Peebles this afternoon. In the evening, enjoy a gin tasting and farewell dinner.

DAY 7 Peebles/VBT Bicycling Vacation ends/Edinburgh Journey on ScotRail to Edinburgh.

DEPARTURE Fly home or continue your journey with an optional Post-Trip Extension in Edinburgh

Hadrian’s

Sparta, Monemvasia & The Peloponnesian Peninsula

If you’re looking for a Grecian adventure that escapes the crowded tourist centers, this is a breath of fresh air. As you spin past Aegean seaside villages, you may even feel the heart of western civilization pulsing beneath your wheels.

$4,145 − $4,695* tour only: 7 days/6 nights

$5,645 − $6,295* air package: 10 days/8 nights Best Months to Travel April, May, June, September, October

INCLUSIONS

Hotels, Many Meals, Bike Equipment

Itinerary

Features standard Air Package option

FLIGHT + ARRIVAL Fly to Athens

A VBT representative will meet you at the airport and provide transportation to your hotel in Athens.

DAY 1 Peloponnesian Peninsula/Mystras

Travel to the Peloponnese and the charming village of Mystras. A typical Greek lunch in a local taverna offers views of Sparta Valley. Later, a warm-up ride leads you through picturesque olive groves.

DAY 2 Sparta Valley/Olive Oil Museum/ Mystras

Extend Your Stay

SANTORINI & ATHENS

Pre-Trip Extension from $1,145-$1,445* CRETE

Post-Trip Extension from $895-$1,045*

Ride past the olive groves and scenic meadows of Sparta Valley, pausing at its Olive Oil Museum. Then learn about one of the most famous ancient Greek heroes, Leonidas, before cycling back to your enchanting resort. Later, visit ancient Mystras—a UNESCO World Heritage site—with a local archaeologist.

DAY 3 Gytheio/Monemvasia

Cycle Sparta Valley, surrounded by the Taygetos Mountains. You pass through traditional villages, then a coastal road leads to Gytheio, a charming port. After lunch, shuttle to the castle town of Monemvasia, dominated by a monolithic rock. Tonight’s dinner follows ancient Byzantine recipes.

DAY 4 Limin Gerakas/Wetlands/Cooking demonstration/Monemvasia

A magnificent morning ride follows the eastern coast of Laconia. In Limin Gerakas, nestled in a scenic fjord, join a local taverna owner and catch your shrimp before learning how to prepare a traditional savory shrimp pancake—garidopetoules. After lunch, return to Monemvasia for a stroll with your leaders through the walled medieval village.

DAY 5 Monemvasia cruise/Elia

Cruise around the massive Rock of Monemvasia. Then cycle the hills toward the Laconian Gulf to the fishing village of Elia. Enjoy lunch before cycling to your seaside resort.

DAY 6 Elafonisos Island

Today’s long ride features elevation gains and sweeping views of the sea and dramatic coastal ranges. Ferry to Elafonisos Island and relax on its stunning beach, explore the island village’s seafront shops, and enjoy lunch at one of the typical tavernas.

DAY 7 Corinth Canal/Athens

Visit the Corinth Canal, a 19th-century engineering marvel. Arrive in Athens late this afternoon. Post-Trip Extension guests fly to Crete today.

DEPARTURE Fly home or continue your journey with a Post-Trip Extension in Crete.

IRELAND

Galway and Connemara Coast

Cycle the stunning landscapes of County Clare and Connemara with us, and you’ll understand why it’s inspired so many centuries of lilting Irish poetry and song. With countless local friends offering warm welcomes, and local trip leaders who know the best spots for Irish music, no one does it like VBT!

$4,495 − $4,795* tour only: 7 days/6 nights

$5,495 − $5,945* air package: 10

Months to Travel

Easy/Moderate

Itinerary

Features standard Air Package option

5-33 miles/day

E-Bike, Road, Hybrid

FLIGHT + ARRIVAL Fly to Dublin

A VBT representative will meet you at the airport and arrange transportation to your hotel.

DAY 1 Lisdoonvarna

INCLUSIONS

Hotels, Many Meals, Bike Equipment

DAY 4 The Aran Islands

Begin your Ireland bike tour with a stop at the dramatic Cliffs of Moher. In Lisdoonvarna, glimpse peaceful countryside and the wild Atlantic coast on a warm-up ride.

Extend Your Stay

Pre-Trip Extension from $545-$645*

DAY 2 The Burren/County Clare

Spin past old castles, towers, prehistoric monuments, and wildflowers growing through the crevices of a limestone plateau on today’s ride through the achingly haunting landscape of The Burren. A delightful walk with a local expert enriches your appreciation for this unique and historic terrain.

DAY 3 Kilfenora and Carran/Galway

Explore the ancient religious sites of Kilfenora this morning. Then, pass over rolling hills and through green countryside to Noughaval, home to medieval churches, Neolithic tombs, and sacred sites. Roll on to Carran to view the ruins of a cross-shaped abbey before traveling to Galway.

You might opt to hike and walk rather than cycle today, after your ferry ride to the Aran Island of Inishmore. These remote islands boast some of the finest prehistoric monuments in Europe—including the ancient Druid site of Dun Aenghus, which you may explore at your leisure.

DAY 5 Rossaveel/Connemara

Return to the mainland for a breathtakingly scenic ride through Connemara, Ireland’s “Wild West.” Enjoy views of waterways, beaches, woodlands, meadows, dramatic mountainscapes, and Ireland’s famous peat bogs as you ride.

DAY 6 Kylemore Abbey/Renvyle Peninsula

Admire the imposing Kylemore Abbey on today’s spin to the magical Renvyle Peninsula. As you ride, you’ll gaze at stunning coastal views of crashing surf, silver bays, and rocky coastlines, and perhaps stop to wiggle your toes in the sand.

DAY 7 Ennis

Travel to Ennis, where your bike tour ends.

DEPARTURE Fly home.

A complimentary shuttle will be provided to the Shannon Airport.

PORTUGAL

Lisbon, Évora & the Algarve

No need to choose: on this vacation, you can enjoy two of Portugal’s most renowned regions. Pedal deep into the cork forests and charming, white-washed villages of Alentejo before riding along the Algarve’s beautiful coastal region.

$4,545 − $5,545* tour only: 7 days/6 nights

$6,245 − $7,245* air package: 10 days/8 nights

Best Months to Travel March, April, May, September, October

Visit vbt.com to get the latest departure dates, pricing, and availability

INCLUSIONS

Itinerary

Features standard Air Package option

Extend Your Stay

LISBON

Pre-Trip Extension from $445-$545*

CASCAIS

Post-Trip Extension from $245-$345*

10-37 miles/day

E-Bike, Road

FLIGHT + ARRIVAL Fly to Lisbon

A VBT representative will meet you at the airport and transport you to your Lisbon hotel.

DAY 1 Évora

Begin with a drive into the olive-rich plains of Alentejo. Then, ride past farmlands and gentle hills outside medieval Évora. Sample regional wines at your hotel before dinner.

DAY 2 Redondo & Monsaraz/Évora

Today’s adventure begins from the village of Redondo, known for sprawling wineries, cork tree forests, and pottery traditions. Then cycle to the hilltop village of Monsaraz. Later, a walking tour of medieval Évora reveals the São Francisco Church and its Chapel of Bones and charming whitewashed houses along cobbled streets.

DAY 3 Baixo Alentejo region/Mértola

Cycle the wide-open landscapes of the Campo Branco, or White Plains, perhaps passing shepherds grazing their herds. For a farm-fresh lunch, stop by a traditional Portuguese café. Later explore the hilltop town of Mértola and its Moorish mosque with a local archeologist.

Hotels, Many Meals, Bike Equipment

DAY 4 Parque Natural do Vale do Guadiana Cycle among the riverside villages, dramatic ravines and waterfalls of Guadiana Valley Natural Park. Pause in the mining town of Pomarão on the Spanish border. After lunch on a scenic marina, embark a private cruise along the Guadiana River.

DAY 5 The Algarve

Enjoy an invigorating ride on the Portuguese side of the Guadiana River as Spain unfolds on the opposite shore. After lunch and an afternoon ride, travel to the Algarve, where alluring coastal towns meet wooded hillsides and lush valleys.

DAY 6 Cacela-a-Velha

Cycle the splendid Algarve coast among avocado groves. In the hilltop village of Cacelaa-Velha, explore the remains of Fortaleza de Cacela, an 18th-century Moorish-style castle. Later, enjoy a farewell reception and dinner.

DAY 7 Cascais

End your tour in the seaside resort of Cascais.

DEPARTURE Fly home or continue your journey with an optional Post-Trip Extension in Cascais.

SCANDINAVIA

Denmark & Sweden

The Swedish Riviera has long been the summer haven of Scandinavia’s social elite. Discover the region’s heritage in regal settings—including a visit to Denmark’s Helsingør castle, a stay in an ancient manor that’s been a frequent retreat of Swedish royalty, and an evening of traditional folklore.

$4,345 − $4,995* tour only: 7 days/6 nights

$5,545 − $6,095* air package: 10 days/8 nights

Best Months to Travel

May, June, July, August, September

Visit vbt.com to get the latest departure dates, pricing, and availability

INCLUSIONS

Itinerary

Features standard Air Package option

9-40 miles/day

E-Bike, Road, Hybrid

FLIGHT + ARRIVAL Fly to Copenhagen

A VBT representative will meet you at the airport and transport you to your hotel in Copenhagen.

DAY 1 Helsingör/Ferry to Sweden

Extend Your Stay

COPENHAGEN

Pre-Trip Extension from $345*

STOCKHOLM

Post-Trip Extension from $295-$345*

Shuttle to historic Helsingör for a guided tour of Hamlet’s castle before you ferry to Helsingborg, Sweden’s oldest city. Cycle the scenic coast of Sweden.

DAY 2 Loop ride to Skäret

One scenic vista after another unfolds before you on this morning’s ride, from quaint fishing villages with cozy thatch-roofed homes and boat-filled harbors to dairy farms, vineyards, and windmills.

DAY 3 Kattegattleden to Torekov

Ride the Kattegattleden cycle route, one of Europe’s most scenic, past sandy beaches and the stunning coastal beauty of Skåne County. Later, arrive to the village of Torekov.

DAY 4 Bjäre Peninsula/Hovs Hallar/Dagshög

Cycle the coastal manicured farmlands and villages of the Bjäre Peninsula. In Hovs Hallar, stroll through a nature park of red cliffs and pebbled beaches. Picnic today in the Viking burial grounds of Dagshög.

Hotels, Many Meals, Bike Equipment

DAY 5 Norrviken Gardens/Båstad / Toftaholm

This morning, pedal to the resort town of Båstad before rolling into lovely Norrviken Gardens for a guided tour.  In the afternoon, shuttle to Sweden’s inland countryside to your historic lakefront inn.

DAY 6 Swedish countryside

Spin along flat, easy roads through a reverie of forests, meadows, lakes, and villages, pausing to enjoy fika, a Swedish coffee break. Tonight, enjoy traditional folk music at your lakefront inn.

DAY 7 Stockholm

Travel to Stockholm and explore the lively Swedish capital at leisure. From your hotel, stroll the pedestrian-only cobbled streets of the Gamla Stan, or Old Town, lined with attractions. Or visit Stockholm’s City Hall, the Skansen open-air museum, or view the Gamla Stan from above as you walk the Norr Mälarstrand cliff path.

DEPARTURE Fly home or continue your journey with an optional Post-Trip Extension in Stockholm.

SLOVENIA, AUSTRIA & ITALY

Alpine Valleys

Explore three lakes in three countries, experiencing authentic local culture as only VBT can reveal. Your local trip leaders will invite you to learn the secrets of preparing rateški krapi (filled dumplings)—and perhaps try out some traditional Slovenian dance steps during a festive barn party.

$4,245 − $5,395* tour only: 7 days/6 nights

$5,545 − $6,845* air package: 10 days/8 nights

Best Months to Travel

May, June, August, September, October

Visit vbt.com to get the latest departure dates, pricing, and availability

INCLUSIONS

Itinerary

Features standard Air Package option

E-Bike, Road, Hybrid

FLIGHT + ARRIVAL Fly to Ljubljana

A VBT representative will meet you at the airport and arrange transportation to your hotel in Ljubljana.

DAY 1 Tarvisio

Enjoy sweeping views of the Julian Alps on an easy warm-up ride through the scenic Canal Valley.

DAY 2 Venzone

Spin downhill through old mountain tunnels opening up on wonderful views on the Alpe Adria Bike Path. Pause for lunch in Pontebba, a small town steeped in World War II history. Then, shuttle to the Old Town of Venzone, whose restoration to medieval splendor has designated it an Italian national monument.

DAY 3 Laghi di Fusine/Kranjska Gora/ Slovenian Folkloric Evening

Extend Your Stay

LJUBLJANA

Pre-Trip Extension from $395*

SALZBURG

Post-Trip Extension from $445*

Take an inspiring, scenic walk around one of the Laghi di Fusine (Fusine Lakes). Then, mount your bike for an easy ride through a pristine alpine landscape into Slovenia. Your destination is the picturesque ski resort town of Kranjska Gora. Learn of local folklore, song, and dance, and enjoy a cooking demonstration and dinner of traditional Slovenian fare.

Hotels, Many Meals, Bike Equipment

DAY 4 Radovna Valley/Lake Bled

Roll past pristine pasturelands on this morning’s ride, pausing for a farm-fresh lunch. Continue to the storybook setting of Lake Bled. Perhaps you’ll opt for a cruise to Bled Island, or climb the hill to the oldest castle in Slovenia during time at leisure here.

DAY 5 Villach/Velden

Today’s scenic ride leads from century-old forest through a mountain pass to a paradise of rivers and emerald lakes set against an alpine mountainscape. From Villach, hop a train to Velden, a chic small town known as the little “Monte Carlo of Carinthia.”

DAY 6 Wörthersee Lake

Admire the view as you enjoy easy cycling around Wörthersee Lake today. The rest of the day is free to enjoy swimming, relaxing, or watersports at your luxurious hotel.

DAY 7 Salzburg

Your bike tour concludes with transportation provided to Salzburg.

DEPARTURE Fly home or continue your journey with an optional Post-Trip Extension in Salzburg.

SWITZERLAND & FRANCE

Lake Geneva, Annecy & Valleys of the Alps

This unique cycling vacation reveals a side of Switzerland and France you won’t find anywhere else. Spin along gentle lakeside bike paths and discover quaint medieval villages, Grand Cru vintages, enchanting thermal pools, and historic accommodations that leave you feeling like royalty.

$4,795 − $5,245* tour only: 7 days/6 nights $6,245 − $6,695* air

INCLUSIONS

Itinerary

Features standard Air Package option

Extend Your Stay

Pre-Trip Extension from $295-$345*

Post-Trip Extension from $345*

5-39 miles/day

E-Bike, Road, Hybrid

FLIGHT + ARRIVAL Fly to Geneva

A VBT representative will meet you at the airport and provide transportation to your hotel in Chamonix.

DAY 1 Lavey-les-Bains

Travel on a panoramic route to the thermal village of Lavey-les-Bains in Switzerland. Enjoy a warm-up ride through the peaceful countryside and charming Swiss villages.

DAY 2 Rhône Valley/Sion

Cycle the tranquil Route du Rhône bike path. You ride through a serene nature reserve, passing villages, farms and orchards before pedaling into a valley blanketed with lush vineyards. Upon arrival in Sion, explore the Old Town before returning to your hotel.

DAY 3 Villeneuve/Montreux/Talloires

Ride through the Alpine Chablais region on an easy route into the protected wetlands of Les Grangettes. Continue to Villeneuve on the eastern tip of Lake Geneva. Then shuttle or cycle to Montreux, and travel to France from there.

DAY 4 Lake Annecy loop/Annecy

Ride a loop around scenic Lake Annecy, heralded as Europe’s cleanest lake. Along the way, visit the Paccard Bell Foundry, casting bells for seven generations. There’ll also be time to explore the historic quarter of canallined Annecy.

Hotels, Many Meals, Bike Equipment

DAY 5 Albertville/Isère River/

Comte de Savoie

Trace the scenic Chaise River Valley to the Isère River. Ride by Albertville, host of the 1992 Winter Olympics, pausing in the picturesque medieval Cité de Conflans for lunch. Arrive in the farmlands of a small lake district, then shuttle to your French château.

DAY 6 Chambéry/Lac de Saint-André

Follow a scenic bike path along the L’Albanne River into Chambéry, capital of the historic Kingdom of Savoy. Skirt the foothills of the gigantic crag of Mont-Granier to the peaceful Lake of Saint-André.

DAY 7 Lyon

Travel to Lyon, where the rest of the day is free.

DEPARTURE Fly home or begin your optional Post-Trip Extension in Lyon.

SWITZERLAND, GERMANY & FRANCE

The Black Forest & The Alsace Wine Route

The borders of Alsace have changed throughout history—so why limit your exploration to just one country? Join VBT on this epic cycling adventure through the Alsace regions of France, Germany, and Switzerland— discovering its complex history from three national perspectives.

$4,445 − $5,395* tour only: 7 days/6 nights

$5,445 − $6,545* air

Months to Travel

RATING

Easy/Moderate MILEAGE 12-40 miles/day

Itinerary

Features standard Air Package option

BIKE OPTIONS

E-Bike, Road, Hybrid

FLIGHT + ARRIVAL Fly to Basel

A VBT representative will meet you at the airport and arrange transportation to your hotel in Basel.

DAY 1 Badenweiler

Shuttle into France for an easy warm-up ride along the Grand Canal d’Alsace bike path to the quaint town of Ottmarsheim. Finish the day in Badenweiler in Germany’s legendary Black Forest.

DAY 2 Cycle the vineyards of the Black Forest/Staufen/Badenweiler

Extend Your Stay

BASEL

Pre-Trip Extension from $295-$395*

STRASBOURG

Post-Trip Extension from $245-$295*

Cruise downhill toward the scenic vineyards of the Rhine River Valley in this sunny corner of Germany. Pause for lunch in the charming Black Forest town of Staufen. Later, take in views of the Vosges Mountains on your way to tour Roman spa ruins.

DAY 3 Cycle into Alsace/Neuf-Brisach/ Canal de Colmar

Ride into Alsace this morning, where a rich blend of German and French culture awaits. Arrive in the fortress town of Neuf-Brisach, a UNESCO site, before continuing on to Colmar. Later, afternoon boat tour introduces you to the canals of the city known as “Little Venice.” You end your day in family-run cellar to sample local specialties and taste some of the best organic wines in Colmar.

INCLUSIONS

Hotels, Many Meals, Bike Equipment

DAY 4 La Route des Vins

Follow the Wine Route through famous Alsatian vineyard towns. Stop to visit a wine cellar in Eguisheim, voted one of the “most beautiful villages in France.”

DAY 5 La Route des Vins/Riquewihr/ Ribeauvillé/Obernai

Set out along one of the most scenic sections of the Wine Route. With the Vosges Mountains as a backdrop, ride through half-timbered villages such as Riquewihr and Ribeauvillé. At ride’s end, coast into Obernai.

DAY 6 La Route des Vins/Rhine Canal/ Obernai

Pedal through the valley along the Rhine Canal toward Strasbourg. Ride through quaint villages to return to Obernai. This evening, celebrate your week during a festive farewell dinner at your hotel’s classic Alsatian wine tavern.

DAY 7 Strasbourg/City walk/Free time

A short train ride whisks you to Strasbourg, one of the most magical cities in Europe. After a walking tour, Air Package guests settle into the hotel.

DEPARTURE Fly home or continue your journey with an optional Post-Trip Extension in Strasbourg.

CHILE

Coastal Vistas & Vineyards

We’ve included a region most bike tours miss—the coast! Spin along sunny Chilean shores, then pedal through Chile’s famous wine country. Explore the Valle de Maipo—experiencing a unique sommelier’s workshop at Santa Rita Vineyards.

$4,495* tour only: 7 days/6 nights

$5,895 − $5,945* air package: 9 days/7 nights

Best Months to Travel

February, March, April, October, November, December

Visit vbt.com to get the latest departure dates, pricing, and availability

INCLUSIONS

Hotels, Many Meals, Bike Equipment

Itinerary

Features standard Air Package option

Extend Your Stay

Pre-Trip Extension from $445*

Post-Trip Extension from $1,545-$2,295*

FLIGHT + ARRIVAL Fly to Santiago

A VBT representative will meet you at the airport and arrange transportation to your hotel in Santiago.

DAY 1 Zapallar

Shuttle into Chile’s agricultural heartland for a warm-up ride amidst farmlands that nurture avocados, walnuts, and, of course, grapes for Chile’s renowned wines.

DAY 2 Playas Salinas de Pullally

Cycle Chile’s breathtaking Ruta del Mar, or Route of the Sea. Pause for lunch at the beautiful Playas Salinas de Pullally. Shuttle or ride back to the hotel and perhaps stroll the seaside Rambla.

DAY 3 Zapallar/Cachagua/Maitencillo

Cycle scenic roads to Zapallar, “the Hamptons of Chile,” where you join a captain for an outing on his fishing boat. Continue your spin to Cachagua, where Humboldt penguins reside on a nearby island. Your ride concludes amid the beaches of Maitencillo.

DAY 4 Viña del Mar/Valparaíso

This morning, ride past the enormous sand dunes of Concón, perhaps spotting sea lions on offshore rocks. After, shuttle to Viña del Mar and board the metro to Valparaíso, where you enjoy a walking tour with a local guide.

DAY 5 Casablanca Wine Valley

In the Casablanca wine region, ride past eucalyptus trees, olive groves, and lush vineyards. After a picnic lunch and wine tasting at a fifth-generation winery, you’ll shuttle to the Andean foothills and your Tuscan-inspired vineyard lodging.

DAY 6 Santa Rita Vineyards

Ride among magnificent ancient trees and local farmers astride horses. After a picnic, return to the vineyard and browse the adjacent Andean Museum. Later, learn from the sommelier how to blend your own wine.

DEPARTURE Santiago/Fly home or begin your Post-Trip Extension in Patagonia.

NEW ZEALAND

The South Island

Delve deep into the heart of New Zealand’s celebrated wilderness on dedicated bike paths and scenic gravel trails through the woods—far from car traffic. Your hiking boots can take you places two wheels can’t— including the Franz Josef Glacier and a nocturnal glowworm adventure.

$5,445 − $6,145* tour only: 9 days/8 nights

$7,345 − $8,395* air package: 12 days/10 nights

Best Months to Travel

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Hotels, Many Meals, Bike Equipment

Itinerary

Features standard Air Package option

Extend Your Stay

AUCKLAND

Pre-Trip Extension from $495-$695*

QUEENSTOWN

Post-Trip Extension from $395*

FLIGHT + ARRIVAL Fly to Christchurch

You’ll cross the International Date Line in flight, so your second day is “lost.” A VBT representative will meet you at the airport and provide transportation to your hotel in Christchurch.

DAY 1 Christchurch

Your tour begins with a warm-up ride along quiet neighborhood streets in Christchurch and continues through beautiful Hagley Park.

DAY 2 Southern Alps/Hokitika

View scenic gorges, river valleys, and snowcapped peaks on a scenic ride aboard the TranzAlpine train. Then, cycle the West Coast Wilderness Trail through lush forests and dairy farms.

DAY 3 West Coast Wilderness Trail/Tree Tops

Café/Ross Historic Goldfield Walk

Begin your ride at beautiful Lake Kaniere and continue past wetlands, woods, and old mill sites as you cycle the dramatic shore of the Tasman Sea. Take respite over lunch among ancient Rimu and Kamahi trees before continuing on to Ross, where you can catch a glimpse of the township’s gold-mining history and culture.

DAY 4 Franz Josef Glacier/Okarito Lagoon

Revel in the tranquility of Okarito Lagoon on a walk through this haven for wildlife, and savor a picnic lunch on the town’s wharf.

DAY 5 Fox Village/Lake Matheson/ Gillespie’s Beach

Circumnavigate Lake Matheson today and perhaps see reflections of Mt. Cook as you walk along the lakeside trail. Or, cycle a gravel road through rainforest, where undulating terrain will lead you to Gillespie’s Beach on the shores of the Tasman Sea. At your wilderness lodge, you might visit a colony of glowworms.

DAY 6 Lake Moeraki

Choose from a range of activities at your lodge on this non-biking/walking day, including a rainforest walk, naturalist lecture, kayaking, canoeing, and more.

DAY 7 Mt. Aspiring National Park/Wanaka

A morning walk leads to a viewing platform over a dune lake, offering sweeping sea views and a dense coastal forest stunted by wind. Later, take in spectacular alpine and woodland views as you cycle along the very blue Hawea River.

DAY 8 Glendhu Bay

Sweeping wilderness views surround your morning hike. Later, visit locals at their charming ranch enjoy a sheep dog demonstration over lunch.

DEPARTURE Arrowtown/Fly home or continue your journey with an optional Post-Trip Extension in Queenstown.

SOUTH AFRICA

Cape Town & the Garden Route

On this one-of-a-kind cycling vacation, you’ll explore South Africa’s gorgeous southern coastline from the Cape of Good Hope to Tsitsikamma National Park. Along the way, you’ll cycle the coastline of two oceans, spin through indigenous rainforests, and pedal past the wildflower fields of Little Karoo.

$4,595 − $5,195* tour only: 9 days/8 nights

$6,095 − $6,895* air package: 11 days/9 nights

Best Months to Travel

January, February, March, April, September, October, November, December

Easy/Moderate

Itinerary

Features standard Air Package option

11- 32 miles/day

E-Bike, Road, Hybrid

FLIGHT + ARRIVAL Fly to Cape Town

A VBT representative will meet you at the airport and provide transportation to your hotel in Cape Town.

DAY 1 Cape Town

A cable-car ride to the top of Table Mountain and a spin along the coast with spectacular views. Later, explore the bustling Victoria & Alfred Waterfront and the historic Company’s Garden in the heart of Cape Town.

DAY 2 Cape Peninsula

Visit a delightful African penguin colony before mounting your bike for a spin in Table Mountain National Park. This afternoon’s coastal ride reveals azure waves, surfers, and kite-boarders.

DAY 3 Franschhoek Winelands

Extend Your Stay

GREATER KRUGER PRIVATE GAME RESERVE

Pre-Trip Extension from $2,045-$2,545*

VICTORIA FALLS

Post-Trip Extension from $1,395-$1,495*

Today, your bike route showcases Frenchinfluenced Franschhoek Valley, the heart of wine country. Admire lush, fertile landscapes, and pause for a wine tasting and lunch at a private estate.

DAY 4 Little Karoo/Oudtshoorn

Journey inland today. Your route passes through a sprawling, semiarid region known for its wildflower-filled valleys and majestic sandstone mountains. On arrival, a short spin leads to an ostrich farm.

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DAY 5 Meiringspoort/De Rust

Fantastical twisting sandstone formations form the backdrop of today’s stunning ride. Tonight, savor a traditional South African braai (barbecue).

DAY 6 Knysna Lagoon/Garden Route

Rise early for a meerkat safari. Then, mount your bike for a spectacular ride along a lagoon. Dine with a local family in their home tonight.

DAY 7 Buffels Bay

Spin through farmland and rainforest and then mostly downhill to the Indian Ocean on today’s scenic ride.

DAY 8 Tsitsikamma National Park

Enjoy an epic ride through a lush indigenous forest, with a stop for lunch overlooking the sea.

DEPARTURE Travel to George/Fly home or continue your journey with a Post-Trip Extension at Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe.

VIETNAM

Hanoi, Hue, Hoi An & Saigon

If you ever wondered what it’s like to live in Vietnam, this cycling vacation immerses you deeply in its culture in VBT style and comfort. Cycle lush green rice paddies and river valleys, explore local markets, and learn to cook a traditional meal as you discover the rhythm of Vietnamese daily life.

$4,445 − $4,495* tour only: 11 days/10 nights

$5,445 − $5,595* air package: 13 days/11 nights

Best Months to Travel

January, February, March, October, November, December

Visit vbt.com to get the latest departure dates, pricing, and availability

INCLUSIONS

Hotels, Many Meals, Bike Equipment

Itinerary

Features standard Air Package option

Extend Your Stay

BANGKOK, THAILAND

Pre-Trip Extension from $695-$745*

SIEM REAP, CAMBODIA

Post-Trip Extension from $1,045*

FLIGHT + ARRIVAL Fly to Hanoi

A VBT representative will meet you at the airport and provide transportation to your hotel in Hanoi.

DAY 1 Hanoi

Begin your bike tour with a guided excursion that includes visits to the exterior of Ho Chi Minh’s Mausoleum, One Pillar Pagoda, and the Temple of Literature.

DAY 2 Hanoi

Continue exploring Hanoi with a cyclo (rickshaw) ride through the old quarter, ending with a delightful water puppet show.

DAY 3 Hue

Fly to Hue, Vietnam’s ancient imperial city, and join a walking tour. Then, enjoy a warm-up ride through the countryside.

DAY 4 Country villages

View vegetable gardens and rice paddies as you spin along the Perfume River. Embark on a brief river cruise, then cycle past fish and duck farms to an ancient covered bridge.

DAY 5 Hue/Hoi An

Cycle a spectacular landscape framed by mountains and pristine coastline. At Hai Van (Ocean Cloud) Pass, breathtaking views await.

DAY 6 Hoi An

Vietnam’s traditional way of life unspools before you as you trace the Thu Bon River. View family temples, gardens, palm forest, rice paddies, and fish farms as you ride. Later, a walking tour reveals Hoi An’s beautifully preserved Old Town.

DAY 7 Hoi An

Spin along the river to visit a local market, followed by a hands-on class and lunch at a cooking school.

DAY 8 Saigon (Ho Chi Minh City)

Fly to Vietnam’s liveliest city, and explore at leisure.

DAY 9 Cu Chi tunnels/Hoc Mon

Meet a former Vietcong and explore a ricepaper workshop before venturing into these notorious tunnels.

DAY 10 Mekong Delta

Roll through local villages, rice farms, and fruit orchards on the lush Mekong Delta today.

DEPARTURE Fly home or continue your journey with an optional Post-Trip Extension in Siem Reap.

CANADA

Banff National Park & the Canadian Rockies

If you’re looking for a Canadian Rockies cycling adventure that takes you deep into unspoiled landscapes, this is the one! Pedal the legendary Bow Valley Parkway, explore the turquoise shores of Lake Louise, and delve deep into the Rocky Mountains wilderness—leaving the hustle-bustle far behind.

$4,495 − $4,545* tour only: 6 days/5 nights

$5,095 − $5,145* air package: 8 days/7 nights

Visit vbt.com to get the latest departure dates, pricing, and availability

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E-Bike, Road, Hybrid

Itinerary

Features standard Air Package option

FLIGHT + ARRIVAL Fly to Calgary

A VBT representative will meet you at you at the airport and provide transportation to your hotel in Calgary.

DAY 1 Banff

Journey to Banff today. Set in the heart of breathtaking Banff National Park, the town of Banff is your home for three nights. Behold the snowcapped peaks of the majestic Canadian Rockies on a warm-up ride from the center of town out to the golf course and then enjoy a welcome dinner.

DAY 2 Lake Louise/Bow Valley Parkway

View the spectacular Canadian Rocky Mountains as you travel to Lake Louise and stroll along its magnificent shore. Then, mount your bike for a ride along the Bow Valley Parkway, a stunning wilderness corridor, pausing for a picnic lunch before returning to Banff.

DAY 3 Lake Minnewanka Loop/ Tunnel Mountain

Cycle Lake Minnewanka and Tunnel Mountain. Enjoy a free afternoon of optional activities.

DAY 34 Canmore/Kananaskis

Learn about indigenous plants from a local guide. Ride the Legacy Trail from Banff to Canmore, surrounded by rugged mountain peaks. Travel to Kananaskis. Partake in a guided hike or spa visit in the high country.

Hotels, Many Meals, Bike Equipment

DAY 5 Kananaskis Valley

Travel to Highwood Pass and hike the Ptarmigan Cirque Trail. Cycle down the Kananaskis Valley to a picnic lunch prepared by your trip leaders. Celebrate the week’s adventures during your farewell dinner.

DAY 6 Barrier Lake/Travel to Calgary

Pedal to Barrier Lake situated in Bow Valley Provincial Park. Shuttle to Calgary with a stop en route for lunch.

DEPARTURE Fly home.

CANADA

Vancouver Island & the Gulf Islands

What better way to experience Canada’s Vancouver Islands and Gulf Islands than by bike… with a little bit of kayaking thrown in too? Pedal alongside the Salish Sea, spin through old-growth forests, and join your local trip leaders on a guided sea kayaking adventure. Later, luxuriate in the mineral pools at your opulent seaside resort.

$4,095 − $4,295* tour only: 6 days/5 nights

$4,695 − $4,945* air package: 7 days/6 nights

Best Months to Travel

May, June, August, September

Visit vbt.com to get the latest departure dates, pricing, and availability

RATING

Easy/Moderate MILEAGE 4-43 miles/day

Itinerary

Features standard Air Package option

Extend Your Stay

VICTORIA

Pre-Trip Extension from $245*

E-Bike, Road, Hybrid

FLIGHT + ARRIVAL Fly to Victoria

A VBT representative will meet you at you at the airport and provide transportation to your hotel in Victoria.

DAY 1 Victoria

Start your vacation with an easy ride, cycling by iconic sites of the city. Get acquainted tonight over a farm-to-fork dinner.

DAY 2 Victoria/North Saanich Peninsula/ Pender Island

An easy ride along the North Saanich Peninsula, with views of Salt Spring Island and Satellite Channel, awaits this morning. Enjoy a ferry to Hope Bay, located on the south side of Navy Channel on North Pender Island. Then, cycle winding country roads, discovering the charm of the islands.

DAY 3 Brooks Point/Sea kayaking

Cycle to Brooks Point for stunning views of Boundary Pass, the Strait of Georgia, the San Juan Islands, and Mount Baker. Experience the island from the sea on a kayaking adventure followed by a tasty picnic lunch of local specialties.

DAY 4 Vancouver Island/Oak Bay Beach

Sea views unfold before you as you ferry to Vancouver Island. Here, you’ll cycle a rail trail to a family-owned cidery. Sample their award-winning cider over a hearty lunch.

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Then, enjoy more rural views as you pedal to your hotel.

DAY 5 Victoria/Butchart Gardens

Inhale the scent of roses and delight in the manicured landscaping of the magnificent Butchart Gardens, a national treasure and tranquil oasis. A rewarding ride back to the hotel culminates in a celebration dinner of fresh local food while basking in breathtaking Pacific Northwest views.

DEPARTURE Fly home or continue your journey with independent explorations of Vancouver Island.

ARIZONA

Saguaro National Park & the Sonoran Desert

Desert meets guest ranches on this unique Arizona cycling vacation. Pedal through high desert landscapes en route to the Arivaca Mercantile. The magnificent native Saguaro surround you as you cycle the park's West and Easy Districts.

$3,445 − $3,495* tour only: 6 days/5 nights

Best Months to Travel March, April, October, November

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INCLUSIONS

Hotels, Many Meals, Bike Equipment

Itinerary

DAY 1 Arrive in Tubac

Join your trip leaders for a pleasant warm-up ride from your Tubac hotel. This evening, gather for a welcome reception and dinner.

DAY 2 Tumacácori National Historical Park/ Tubac

Ride amid splendid landscapes of mountains and desert to Tumacácori National Historical Park. Here, explore how native peoples mingled with missionaries, settlers, and soldiers in the 1600s. Later cycle into the town of Tubac and witness the desert-inspired talent of Tubac’s artisans.

DAY 3 Arivaca/Tucson

Shuttle to Arivaca this morning. Then enjoy a scenic ride, generally with a tailwind, through high desert country, with views of Mount Wrightson in the Santa Rita Mountains. After a delightful lunch, shuttle to Hacienda del Sol, your hotel in Tucson.

DAY 4 Saguaro National Park West/Tucson

Shuttle this morning to Saguaro National Park West, home to the astonishing ArizonaSonora Desert Museum. More than 300 animal species and 1,200 varieties of plants are preserved under the museum’s care. During your visit, marvel at a live animal presentation. You cycle through the magnificent park past towering cacti and

breathtaking landscapes and ascend the spectacular Gates Pass. Conclude your ride on the famous Tucson Loop.

DAY 5 Saguaro National Park East

Enjoy a final ride in Saguaro National Park, pausing for a picnic lunch amid its giant subtropical cacti. Celebrate your trip during a farewell dinner tonight.

DAY 6 Depart for home

Your tour concludes after the Sabino Canyon tram excursion. A complimentary shuttle to the Tucson airport will be provided.

Hacienda del Sol Guest Ranch

COLORADO

Aspen to Vail, Valleys of the Rockies

$3,145 − $3,445* tour only: 6 days/5 nights Best Months to Travel June, July, August, September

Aspen, Vail, Breckenridge, Glenwood Springs—VBT brings you the Big Four on mostly car-free bike paths. Spin along the shores of the mighty Colorado River, discover a bygone era at Ashcroft Ghost Town, and quaff microbrews over live music in the charming pubs of Vail. Visit vbt.com to get the latest departure dates, pricing, and availability

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Itinerary

6-42 miles/day

E-Bike, Road, Hybrid

DAY 1 Arrive in Aspen

Arrive in Colorado’s famed resort town named for the majestic trees that embrace it. Today’s warm-up ride leads you through Aspen’s Victorian west end. Cycle back to the hotel via a scenic riverside bike path. This evening, stroll to one of Aspen’s acclaimed restaurants for dinner, with time after to explore the town.

DAY 2 Maroon Bells/Castle Creek Valley

Take in the blissful panorama of Maroon Bells—one of the most photographed sites in North America—on a short walk around Maroon Lake. After an alpine highlands lunch, step back in time during an interpretive walk through a deserted mining town. End your rewarding day with a scenic downhill ride through the Castle Creek Valley back to Aspen.

DAY 3 Rio Grande Trail/

Optional river rafting

Today’s ride traces the Roaring Fork River on a gentle descent along the car-free Rio Grande Trail. Pause for lunch in scenic Carbondale, then continue cycling into Glenwood Springs. Perhaps embark on an optional rafting journey and, after dinner, stroll across the pedestrian bridge to the center of town where you may catch some

Hotels, Many Meals, Bike Equipment

live music and soak in the local ambiance under starlit skies.

DAY 4 Hot Springs/Glenwood Canyon

Recreation Trail/Vail

Relax with a soak in the world’s largest hot springs pool, or cycle from your hotel onto the Glenwood Canyon Trail, a magnificent car-free bike path that cuts through a towering gorge formed by the Colorado River. Watch for bighorn sheep and bald eagles on the jagged canyon walls as you ride. Shuttle to Vail and set out on an exploratory ride along the Gore Creek Trail before lunch and a sampling of local craft beers at your hotel.

DAY 5 Vail Pass/Breckenridge

Enjoy an exhilarating coast down the east side of Vail Pass on the paved Ten Mile Canyon Trail. Towering snowcapped peaks surround you as you descend to Frisco, the heart of Summit County. Then cycle or shuttle to Breckenridge, home to Colorado’s largest historic district.

DAY 6 Depart for home.

GEORGIA & FLORIDA

Jekyll Island & St. Augustine

$3,095 − $3,195*

Many cycling tours through Florida miss out on historic St. Augustine—but not us! Here, you’ll explore America’s oldest city and sail the Atlantic coast on an authentic schooner. Along the way, you’ll cycle Georgia’s pristine Jekyll Island and kayak a biodiverse salt marsh. Visit vbt.com to get the

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Itinerary

DAY 1 Arrive in Jekyll Island

Settle into the Jekyll Island Club Resort, dotted with grand “cottages” from its gilded past. Join a warm-up ride to Great Dunes Park and the Jekyll Island Historic District.

DAY 2 Jekyll Island/Jekyll Island Pier/ Driftwood Beach

Enjoy a relaxing loop ride around the circumference of Jekyll Island today, taking in sweeping views of the Atlantic Ocean and East River. Along the way, stop to explore fascinating historic sites.

DAY 3 Amelia Island/Big Talbot Island/ Kayaking

Shuttle to Amelia Island this morning. Pedal along Fernandina Beach, then join the treelined Amelia Island Trail bike path to the causeway over Nassau Sound and traverse the islands of Big Talbot. At Simpson Creek, explore the salt marsh and its birdlife by kayak. After a picnic lunch, travel to your hotel in St. Augustine.

DAY 4 St. Augustine

Cross St. Augustine’s famous Bridge of Lions to the historic St. Augustine Ligh;thouse. After taking in breathtaking views from the top, continue to the pristine beach of Anastasia State Park. Next, ride past the beautiful houses of the Lincolnville Historic District. After lunch,

visit the Nombre de Dios Mission, the Fountain of Youth Archaeological Park, and seaside Vilano. Tonight, enjoy a sunset sail on the Schooner Freedom

DAY 5 Farmlands ride

Discover another side of Florida as you cycle into fertile farmlands, passing potato and cabbage fields and small communities and tracing parts of the St. John’s River. You’re rewarded with a delicious lunch at a local restaurant.

DAY 6 Depart for home

This morning, walk from the hotel to the Lightner Museum. Browse the exhibits of the impressive museum, brimming with relics from America’s Gilded Age. Join our late-morning shuttle to the airport if you wish.

Jekyll Island

St. Augustine Timucuan Preserve Jacksonville Airport Ribault Club Jacksonville Riverdale Park Kingsley Plantation

St. Augustine L.H Lightner Museum ANASTASIA STATE PARK Vilano

MAINE Acadia National Park

$3,295 − $3,595* tour only: 5 days/4 nights

This VBT cycling adventure gives you five days packed with discovery—and gravel bikes perfect for exploring Mount Desert Island’s network of carriage roads. With four nights at the luxurious Bar Harbor Inn, this is the ideal vantage point to enjoy all Acadia National Park has to offer. Visit vbt.com to get the latest departure dates, pricing, and availability

Best Months to Travel

June, July, August, September, October

RATING

Easy/Moderate

Itinerary

13-26 miles/day

BIKE OPTIONS

E-bike, Gravel, Hybrid

DAY 1 Arrive in Bar Harbor

Settle into your hotel in this lovely seaport town. This afternoon, cycle to Schooner Head Scenic Overlook for stunning ocean views. Savor a lobster bake during this evening’s welcome dinner.

Extend Your Stay

Pre-Trip Extension from $345*

DAY 2 Schoodic Peninsula

Catch a bike ferry to the Schoodic Peninsula. Cycle along the rugged shore through classic Down East fishing villages and past secluded bays, working lobster boats, sea birds, and pounding surf.

DAY 3 Acadia’s Park Loop

Experience Acadia National Park’s byways and the tranquility of Acadia’s famed car-free carriage roads and trace the shores of Eagle Lake to Jordan Pond. This afternoon, choose from an optional sunset cruise or time to explore the town of Bar Harbor.

DAY 4 Bar Harbor to Northeast Harbor

Today, you explore Eagle Lake before riding to the town of Northeast Harbor where you can explore galleries, gardens, and local boutiques. Return to Bar Harbor for a festive farewell dinner.

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DAY 5 Depart for home

Revel in one last morning of wonderful riding along Acadia’s carriage roads, enjoying views of Witch Hole Pond and the surrounding wetlands. Alternatively you may choose to participate in an optional sea-kayak excursion arranged through a local outfitter before you return to Bangor for your onward travels.

To/from Bangor

Eastern Shore & Chesapeake Bay

$2,845 − $2,995* tour only: 6 days/5 nights Best Months to Travel April, May, June, September, October

You won’t find another cycling tour like this spin along Maryland’s Chesapeake Bay! In the quaint coastal village of Rock Hall, you’ll be treated like family. Pedal past stately homes, spin through the Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge, and meet a local fisherman for a cruise on his skipjack. Visit vbt.com to get the latest departure dates, pricing, and availability

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Itinerary

DAY 1 Arrive in Easton

Your bike tour begins with a warm-up ride through Easton, following a rail-to-trail path that cuts through the center of this charming colonial town. Afterwards, enjoy a welcome reception and dinner at the inn.

DAY 2 Ride the Oxford & St. Michaels Trail  Today, discover one of the most celebrated coastal bike paths in the country as you ride the lovely Oxford & St. Michaels bicycle loop, passing hidden bays and historic communities before stopping for an included lunch. Set sail into the Eastern Bay aboard the H.M. Krentz, a former working skipjack piloted by our friend, Captain Ed and visit the Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum before returning to Easton.

DAY 3 Ride through Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge, Underground Railroad State Park

Ride out from Cambridge and through the Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge. Called one of the “Last Great Places” by the Nature Conservancy, these 32,000 acres offer quiet roadways, ideal for cycling. Here, birders will enjoy stepping off their bikes for strolls along the marked trails through protected marshland. Our picnic lunch location offers an opportunity to visit the newly established Harriet Tubman Underground Railroad State Park.

DAY 4 Cycle the farmlands of Kent County

Enjoy a tranquil ride on quieter lanes through open farmland, meeting the Sassafras River and looking out for bald eagles. The waterside location of the Sassafras Natural Resources Management Area is an ideal spot to relax with a picnic lunch. Later, enjoy a tour and wine tasting at the Crow Vineyard & Winery.

DAY 5 Ride to Chestertown

Today’s ride takes you along quiet country roads to historic Chestertown, a colonial town beside the Chester River. A major port during the 1700s, Chestertown’s grand architecture is a testament to its historic wealth. Spend the afternoon on a self-guided tour of its mansions or enjoy browsing its local shops.

DAY 6 Depart for home

Enjoy an early morning coffee in the inn’s library, a walk on the property’s 70 acres, or a dip in the saltwater pool this morning. Your tour concludes after breakfast at your inn.

MISSISSIPPI

The Natchez Trace

$2,945 − $3,145*

tour only: 6 days/5 nights

On this enlightening journey through Mississippi’s past and present, you’ll visit grand antebellum plantations, explore the Civil Rights Museum, visit an ancient Native American burial ground, and tour the historic Civil War battlefield at Vicksburg. Visit vbt.com to get the latest departure dates, pricing, and availability

Best Months to Travel

March, April, May, September, October, November

Easy/Moderate

Itinerary

4-43 miles/day BIKE OPTIONS E-Bike, Road, Hybrid

DAY 1 Arrive in Jackson

Pass beautiful homes and a National Historic Landmark during today’s warm-up ride. Later, converse with your fellow travelers at a local restaurant.

DAY 2 Rocky Springs/Natchez Trace Parkway/Vicksburg

Start your ride on the Old Natchez Trace, a pastoral parkway framed by lush forests and fertile farmlands. Feel the spirit in Rocky Springs, now a haunting ghost town, and stop to enjoy lunch at a historic home in Port Gibson. Afterward, explore the ruins of nearby Windsor Plantation.

DAY 3 Vicksburg National Military Park

Catch stunning views of the Mississippi River as you cycle to Vicksburg National Military Park. Upon arrival, join a local historian for a guided tour of the park’s historic battlefields and a picnic lunch. As you ride through the park’s hills, pause to explore the USS Cairo Museum.

DAY 4 Natchez Trace Parkway/ Emerald Mound

Start your day with a scenic ride along the Natchez Trace Parkway, pausing to absorb striking vistas. Venture into hardwood and pine forests around Bullen Creek, then explore the decades-old Mount Locust Inn & Plantation. Continue cycling to the sprawling

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grassy knoll of Emerald Mound, one of the largest Native American memorials.

DAY 5 Antebellum Pilgrimage/Natchez

Head out on a pilgrimage of your own, stopping for guided tours in the city’s grandest antebellum homes and lushly landscaped gardens. Start at Longwood, a renowned octagonal mansion. Then take in Rosalie’s ornate rosewood furniture or the Greek Revival-style Stanton Hall. End your day with a memorable four-course candlelit dinner.

DAY 6 Depart for home

End your Natchez adventure with a final Southern-style breakfast.

SOUTH CAROLINA & GEORGIA

Charleston to Savannah

Enjoy true Southern hospitality as you cycle the picturesque coastline from Charleston to Savannah. Experience a traditional Beaufort social and rub elbows with your neighbors—perhaps even swinging them around while dancing the Virginia Reel.

$2,745 − $3,045* tour only: 6 days/5 nights Best Months to Travel March, April, May, September, October, November

Visit vbt.com to get the latest departure dates, pricing, and availability

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Hotels, Many Meals, Bike Equipment

Itinerary

DAY 1 Arrive Charleston

Meet your trip leaders this afternoon for a warm-up ride through historic “South of Broad,” where you’ll pass the renowned pastel homes of Rainbow Row. Sweeping harbor views accompany your first ride. Cycle to the city’s historic market and take time to admire one of its oldest churches.

DAY 2 Sullivan’s

Island/Isle

of Palms

After breakfast, cycle across the stunning Arthur Ravenel Bridge to Sullivan’s Island, enjoying dramatic views. Once on the Isle of Palms, pedal along the Intracoastal Waterway, breaking for lunch and perhaps a swim. Later, coast into Fort Moultrie, where Edgar Allan Poe was stationed from 1827 to 1828.

DAY 3 Beaufort/Port Royal

Travel to Beaufort and begin a delightful ride on the Spanish Moss Trail. Pass moss-draped live oaks, tranquil waterways, and coastal wildlife on the way. Follow the trail back to Beaufort, a charming town renowned for its beloved Sea Islands, historic downtown, and delicious Lowcountry cuisine. Later, experience an authentic Beaufort social, complete with Virginia Reel dancing.

DAY 4 St. Helena Island/Beaufort

Today’s ride traces bucolic farmland past the remains of the historic Chapel of Ease. On St. Helena Island, enjoy a scenic cycle framed by coastal vistas, then visit the Penn Center, a cultural hub dedicated to the Gullah people who call the Sea Islands home. Back in Beaufort, enjoy a guided walking tour past antebellum mansions.

DAY 5 Savannah/Isle of Hope/ Wormsloe Historic Site

Explore the moss-hung gardens of Savannah’s famous Bonaventure Cemetery before riding to the Isle of Hope, graced with stately homes and lovely marsh views. Later, coast toward the Wormsloe Plantation, one of the South’s most photographed locations, before returning to Savannah for a guided walk.

DAY 6 Depart for home

Your tour concludes after a Southern-style breakfast.

Bryce Canyon & Zion National Parks

$3,345* tour only: 6 days/5 nights Best Months to Travel May, September, October

Your experienced local trip leaders help you choose your own Utah adventure—whether it’s a longer spin to Bryce Canyon’s Rainbow Point, a lush riverside hike through Zion National Park, or a relaxing spa treatment at your resort hotel. Visit vbt.com to get the latest departure dates, pricing, and availability

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Hotels, Many Meals, Bike Equipment

DAY 1 Arrive in St. George

Extend Your Stay

ST. GEORGE Pre-Trip Extension from $195*

Arrive in the heart of Utah’s red sandstone splendor. Today’s warm-up ride leads you into Snow Canyon State Park, 7,400 acres of preserved land winding its way past soaring cliffs and ancient hardened lava flow. There’ll be time to explore by foot if you wish. Later, enjoy a welcome reception and dinner at the hotel.

DAY 2 Dixie National Forest/Red Canyon/

Bryce Canyon City

Shuttle to the historic settlement of Panguitch. After lunch here, ride into Dixie National Forest, surrounded by vistas of an Old West desert. A highlight of the day is your spin on the Red Canyon Bicycle Trail, cycling past low shrub, red earth, towering walls, and ponderosa pines. Pause along the way to marvel at breathtaking vistas of buttes, hoodoos, and the magnificent Red Canyon Arch.

DAY 3 Bryce Canyon National Park

Cycle the Bryce Canyon Shared-Use Path to Inspiration Point, where you marvel at a stunning canvas of finger-like hoodoos standing in a natural amphitheater. Our longer option follows the Bryce Canyon Scenic Drive, passing more magnificent overlooks until you arrive at the highest point of the park, Rainbow Point.

DAY 4 Zion National Park

Shuttle to Springdale, gateway to Zion National Park. After lunch, enjoy stunning scenery as you ride from your hotel along the Pa’rus Trail to the Zion Scenic Drive.

DAY 5 Zion National Park

Leave the bikes behind today to hike Zion National Park. Your trip leaders will help you choose a footpath that suits you. No matter your trail, the splendor and unspoiled vistas are sure to inspire you. Or spend a relaxing day exploring Springdale. Tonight, celebrate with a festive farewell dinner.

DAY 6 Zion National Park/St. George

Choose between a final morning ride through the quaint town of Springdale to historic Rockville, or a hike along the Watchman Trail, passing overhanging cliffs on your way to views of Zion National Park. This afternoon, a complimentary shuttle to the St. George airport will be provided.

VERMONT

Lake Champlain Islands, Burlington & Stowe

Since our inception in 1971, VBT has been guiding group cycling tours throughout the pastoral valleys of our native Vermont. From the artsy-chic waterfront city of Burlington to the peaceful byways of the Champlain Islands to the town of Stowe and its mountain views, you'll love meeting VBT's countless Vermont friends.

$3,295 − $3,895* tour only: 6 days/5 nights Best Months to Travel June, July, August, September, October

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DAY 1 Arrive in Burlington

Travel from the airport to downtown Burlington, Vermont’s beloved Queen City. A brief warm-up ride follows a paved bike path with views of Lake Champlain and the Adirondack Mountains as the backdrop.

DAY 2 South Hero

From Burlington, follow a bike path along the coast of Lake Champlain. After a scenic ferry ride, continue to Snow Farm where you’ll enjoy a wine tasting and picnic lunch. Later, pedal a picturesque route to the island of North Hero.

DAY 3 Isle La Motte

Cycle the tranquil lakeshore to Isle La Motte. Here, follow quiet back roads to the historic St. Anne’s Shrine which provides lovely views of the lake, and Fisk Quarry, home to the world’s oldest reef. After a scenic picnic lunch, join a kayaking excursion or cycle the shoreline.

DAY 4 Shelburne

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Extension from $245-$345*

Ride scenic back roads and visit the Shelburne Museum, an unrivalled repository of folk art, snapshots of early America, and a steamboat from 1906. If you wish, ride to Shelburne Farms, a 1,400-acre working farm and education center. Avid riders may continue south to Charlotte to relax by the beach.

DAY 5 Stowe

Spend your day with a scenic ride along the carfree Stowe Recreation Path and on Stowe’s hills, where your climbs will be rewarded with majestic views of the surrounding mountains.

DAY 6 Stowe/Depart for home

Your final morning includes short ride to the historic Trapp Family Lodge where you can partake in an optional hike on their extensive network of trails. Conclude your tour with a festive lunch at a brewery.

Guided Bike & Boat

CROATIA BIKE & BOAT

Split & the Dalmatian Islands

Unlock the secrets of Croatia’s Dalmatian Islands—gliding into far-flung harbors and hidden swimming coves known only to locals. As your group’s private yacht winds its way through clear Adriatic waters, you’ll cycle a new island every day.

$5,795 − $6,845* tour only: 8 days/7 nights

$7,345− $8,295* air package: 11 days/9 nights

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April, May, June, August, September, October

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Pre-Trip Extension from $245*

Post-Trip Extension from $295-$545*

FLIGHT + ARRIVAL Fly to Split

A VBT representative will meet you at the Split airport and provide transportation to your hotel in Split.

DAY 1 Split

After a walking tour of Split and lunch on your own, meet your VBT trip leaders, embark your ship, and set sail to Vis. Following a short safety and bike-fitting session, head out for a warm-up ride upon arrival on Vis Island.

DAY 2 Vis Island

Ride along a stunning beach on Vis, perhaps taking a morning swim. Continue to Komiža, to have a delicious lunch and maybe tour its medieval fortress and fishing museum before cycling back to your ship.

DAY 3 Korčula Island

Cruise this morning to Korčula, where a scenic ride leads to an olive farm and its vintage presses. After lunch at a local restaurant, cycle to Grad Korčula, a stunning medieval town.

DAY 4 Pelješac Peninsula

Cycle to a donkey farm and a winery on scenic Pelješac Peninsula. Then cruise to one of the small islands and spend the afternoon swimming or paddleboarding around the ship in a hidden bay.

DAY 5 Korčula Island/Hvar

Cycle the stunning coast of Korčula Island this morning. Then cruise to Hvar Town and disembark for an afternoon stroll, before dinner onboard.

DAY 6 Hvar Island

Ride past poppies, rosemary, and lavender fields to Stari Grad, set on a narrow bay. After a short walking tour, continue to Jelsa for a memorable captain’s farewell dinner on board.

DAY 7 Brač Island

Visit the stonecutting school of Pučišća this morning. Then ride coastal roads to Postira, where you rejoin your ship and sail to Split.

DAY 8 Dubrovnik

Your biking tour concludes upon disembarkation after breakfast. Air Package guests continue to Dubrovnik.

DEPARTURE Fly home or continue your journey with an optional Post-Trip Extension in Dubrovnik.

DANUBE BIKE & RIVER CRUISE

Prague to Budapest

While most river cruises limit themselves to the lower Danube region, VBT takes you one step further— exploring the shores of Germany. By day, pedal choice segments of the famous Danube Cycle Path. Relax on your luxurious ship by night.

$5,695 − $5,995* tour only: 8 days/7 nights $7,395 − $7,895* air package: 11 days/9 nights Best Months to Travel April, May, June, July, August, September, October

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FLIGHT + ARRIVAL Fly to Prague

A VBT representative will meet you at the airport and provide transportation to your hotel in Prague.

DAY 1 Travel to Regensburg

Travel from Prague to Regensburg and embark your ship and meet your tour leaders and fellow travelers.

DAY 2 Regensburg/Danube Bike Path

Cycle the scenic Danube banks starting in Kelheim, a small Bavarian town. Join a private guided walk with a beer tasting in Regensburg.

DAY 3 Passau/Aschach an der Donau/ Engelhartszell

After a guided tour of charming Passau, you’ll travel to the small, lovely town of Aschach an der Donau for a light lunch in a local café. Afterward, enjoy a leisurely ride to the famously scenic Schlögener Schlinge, where the river winds through steep, forested mountains. The final stop is Engelhartszell, where you rejoin your ship.

Extend Your Stay

Pre-Trip Extension from $295*

Post-Trip Extension from $295-$345*

DAY 4 Melk/The Wachau Valley/Krems

Cycle through the picturesque Wachau Valley starting in Melk, beneath the view of the spectacular Benedictine Abbey. Your bike will lead you through a beautiful wine-growing region of lush vineyards and hillside orchards set among castle ruins, churches, and abbeys. Arrive in Krems, and savor a private wine tasting.

DAY 5 Danube Island/Vienna

Explore Austria’s glorious capital on a walking tour and later perhaps visit the Imperial Palace, St. Stephen’s Cathedral, and the Vienna State Opera on your own. The afternoon cycling includes pedaling across the famous Prater and riding on beautiful Danube Island. The evening features a very special concert excursion.

DAY 6 Bratislava/Donau-Auen National Park/ Hainburg

On an orientation tour, admire Bratislava’s unique architectural mix. Then, traverse the forests and meadows of Danube-Auen National Park. In Hainburg, roam the splendid gardens and castle of Schloss Hof, an imperial hunting lodge.

DAY 7 Budapest/Szentendre

Spin through the lush outskirts of Buda to Szentendre, a delightful artists’ community. Enjoy discovering the narrow Baroque streets, visiting some of the small museums and galleries and having a delicious Hungarian lunch. Return to the ship by private coach, and enjoy a farewell cocktail with your trip leaders.

DAY 8 Budapest

Conclude your Danube odyssey with a guided walking tour of the “Queen of the Danube.”

DEPARTURE Fly home or continue your journey with an optional Post-Trip Extension in Budapest.

FRANCE BIKE & RIVER CRUISE

Lyon to Nice

Discover the heart of French wine country as you pedal carefully-curated routes through the famous vineyards of Burgundy and the Côtes du Rhône. Later, enjoy your ship’s five-star amenities—including a pool, cinema, onboard putting green, bar, and restaurant serving a full menu of locally inspired cuisine.

$6,795 − $7,445* tour only: 8 days/7 nights

$8,145 − $8,845* air package: 11 days/9 nights

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May, June, August, September, October

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Pre-Trip Extension from $445-$595*

Post-Trip Extension from $295-$495*

FLIGHT + ARRIVAL Fly to Paris

A VBT representative will meet you at the airport and transport you to your hotel in Paris.

DAY 1 Lyon

This morning, embark a high-speed train r ide to Lyon, where you’ll meet your ship and settle into your cabin. Later, enjoy an orientation walk in Lyon.

DAY 2 Chalon-sur-Saône/Beaune

Cycle the scenic vineyards of Burgundy, passing stunning landscapes and winemaking villages. Later, ride or shuttle to the Hospices of Beaune, one of France’s most prestigious historic monuments.

DAY 3 Lyon

Get to know Lyon, France’s gastronomic capital, on a guided walking tour. After lunch, cycle to the city’s edge to enjoy the bike paths of the Grand Parc de Miribel-Jonage, a scenic nature reserve.

DAY 4 Tournon

After breakfast, you cycle a scenic loop along the Rhône and Isère rivers. After lunch, take a short walk in the charming little town of Tournon with your trip leaders, followed by a wine tasting back on board.

DAY 5 Viviers

Starting from the charming medieval streets of Viviers, cycle along the Via Rhôna, passing riverside villages and scenic vistas to BourgSaint-Andéol. You may return to the ship either by shuttle or by bicycle on a different route.

DAY 6 Avignon

This morning, tour the remarkable City of Popes by foot with an expert guide, viewing the colossal palace and walking cobbled streets. Later, ride across the river to Villeneuve-lèsAvignon to tour one of the oldest olive-oil mills in Provence.

DAY 7 Arles/Pont du Gard

A full-day outing takes you to the magnificent Pont du Gard, an ancient Roman aqueduct and UNESCO World Heritage site. After the museum visit, enjoy a picnic lunch in view of the aqueduct. Cycle past farmlands and along a bike rail trail back to your ship in Arles.

DAY 8 Nice

After breakfast, your bike tour concludes. Air Package guests travel to our hotel in Nice.

DEPARTURE Fly home or continue your journey with an optional Post-Trip Extension in Nice.

FRANCE, LUXEMBOURG & GERMANY BIKE & BOAT

Mosel River Valley

Cycle easy paths through medieval villages—discovering exquisite vineyards, charming villages, and ancient castle ruins along the way. Enjoy returning to your private barge, the Magnifique I—relaxing on the sundeck, or swapping stories around the ship’s bar.

$6,095* tour only: 8 days/7 nights

$7,545*

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FLIGHT + ARRIVAL Fly to Luxembourg City

A VBT representative will meet you at the airport and provides transportation to your hotel in Luxembourg City.

DAY 1 Metz

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LUXEMBOURG CITY

Pre-Trip Extension from $345* BERLIN

Post-Trip Extension from $545*

Enjoy a walking tour of Metz, then embark your barge. A warm-up ride traces the Mosel River.

DAY 2 Rodemack/Remich

Cycle a quiet path along the Mosel and through rolling countryside en route to the picturesque village of Rodemack. Admire its fortress and alleyways, and enjoy a picnic lunch.

DAY 3 Nennig/Wasserbillig/Konz/Saarburg

View Europe’s largest Roman mosaic before riding along the Mosel. On the German side, enjoy sweeping vineyard views as you cycle the Route du Vin. This afternoon, cruise or cycle to Saarburg, a medieval jewel.

DAY 4 Saarburg/Trier

Tour a former bell foundry before mounting your bike for a ride through a nature preserve to Trier. Here, you are at leisure to explore its UNESCOdesignated Roman and medieval treasures.

DAY 5 Trittenheim/Piesport/Bernkastel-Kues

Wind along the Mosel River, past a stunning tapestry of vineyards and wine villages. Your destination is Bernkastel-Kues, a quaint dual city divided by the river.

DAY 6 Daun/Eifel Region/Bernkastel-Kues

Follow a converted rail trail on an exhilarating ride past castles, vineyards, forests, villages, and small lakes. Lunch today is at a cozy café specializing in regional products.

DAY 7 Traben-Trarbach/Zell

Breathtaking vineyard and river views abound today as you roll to Traben-Trarbach, an architectural jewel of the German Art Nouveau movement, and on to the wine village of Zell.

DAY 8 Cochem

Your bike tour ends after breakfast. Air Package guests enjoy a walking tour of splendid Reichsburg Castle, then travel to Koblenz for a walking tour of the Old Town.

DEPARTURE After an included breakfast, complimentary transportation is provided to the airport for your flight home, or continue your journey with a Post-Trip Extension in Berlin.

HOLLAND & BELGIUM BIKE & BOAT

Bruges to Amsterdam

Enjoy the privacy of VBT’s exclusive barge journey through the charming canals of Holland and Belgium.

Cycle easy bike paths past Holland’s windmills and polder villages, rubbing elbows with bike-commuting locals along the way.

$5,095* tour only: 8 days/7 nights

$6,295 − $6,995* air package: 12 days/11 nights

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FLIGHT + ARRIVAL Fly to Brussels

A VBT representative will meet you at the airport and arrange your transportation to your hotel in Bruges. You’ll have two full days at leisure to explore this enchanting medieval town.

DAY 1 Embark barge/Ghent

Your bike and barge tour of Europe begins with a canal cruise and warm-up ride into the heart of Flanders.

DAY 2 Ghent/St. Amands

Explore Ghent on a guided boat tour. Later, cycle a pretty polder countryside reclaimed from the sea en route to Dendermonde and on to St. Amands, where a Belgian beer tasting awaits.

DAY 3 Antwerp

Cycle along the Sheldt River on bike paths decorated by willow trees and carp ponds. In Basel, admire the picturesque church square, Wissekerke Castle, and the oldest suspension bridge in Belgium. Then, bike through farmland and tiny villages to Antwerp, Belgium’s “Diamond City.”

DAY 4 Antwerp/Tholen

Explore Antwerp at leisure on this non-biking day. Later, cruise along quiet canals into the Netherlands, where you’ll mingle with a local family in their home.

DAY 5 Dordrecht

Ride country lanes through agricultural lands to the ancestral village of the Roosevelt family. Then, coast into Willemstad, where you’ll re-board your barge for a cruise into Dordrecht, birthplace of the Netherlands.

DAY 6 Kinderdijk/Schoonhoven/Vianen

Pedal past the iconic windmills of Kinderdijk and on through a beautiful landscape of meadows, canals, and dairy farms. Cross the river by ferry to Schoonhoven, a famous silversmithing town. After your visit, cruise or cycle to medieval Vianen.

DAY 7 Amsterdam

Cycle as much or as little as you wish today as you follow the beautiful Vecht and Amstel rivers into Amsterdam.

DAY 8 Amsterdam

Your bike and barge tour in Europe concludes. Air Package guests walk to the hotel and enjoy time at leisure to explore.

DEPARTURE Fly home or continue your journey with an optional Post-Trip Extension in Amsterdam.

THE NETHERLANDS BIKE & BOAT

Springtime in Holland

Nobody does springtime in Holland quite like VBT! Cycle past windmills, tulip fields, and polder villages— then relax on a classic Dutch barge that’s private for your group.

$5,045*

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DEN HAAG

Pre-Trip Extension from $345*

Post-Trip Extension from $495*

FLIGHT + ARRIVAL Fly to Amsterdam

A VBT representative will meet you at the airport and transport you to your hotel in Den Haag.

DAY 1 Zaandam

Your bike tour begins with a cruise from Amsterdam. View traditional homes, businesses, and windmills on your warm-up ride.

DAY 2 Zaanse Schans/Alkmaar

After visiting Zaanse Schans with its traditional green-painted houses, warehouses, and windmills, you will pedal along waterways to the cheesemaking town of Alkmaar and to De Rijp, which is known as “the finest village in Holland.” Your cycling route continues through the fertile countryside to Schermer Polder, where you’ll learn about the inner workings of an iconic windmill.

DAY 3 Haarlem

Ride through flowering fields and sand dunes to Hortus Bulborum, a unique garden museum. Enjoy lunch on the beach before taking the ferry across the North Sea Canal. Today’s final stop is Haarlem, a pretty city of cobbled streets, canals, and grand architecture.

DAY 4 Keukenhof Flower Park/Leiden

Pedal through fields of flowering bulbs to Keukenhof Gardens, where more than 7 million flowers excite the senses with dazzling colors and heady fragrances. At your leisure, stroll

winding footpaths amid the blooms. Afterward, ride to Leiden, with its guild houses and canals.

DAY 5 Gouda

Spin through the pastures of dairy country, pausing at a family-owned farm for a cheese tasting. Your Netherlands bike tour continues through open polder landscapes and intimate neighborhoods to Gouda, world-renowned for its cheese. Take some time to stroll its market square.

DAY 6 Alphen/Oude Wetering

Pedal along peat lakes and onto the banks of the Rhine River in the morning. After lunch, enjoy a chorus of birds as you cruise or cycle through the “Green Heart”—a peaceful region of lush meadows and tranquil lakes.

DAY 7 Aalsmeer/Amsterdam

Visit the historical gardens in Aalsmeer. Then, cycle into the countryside and through the Amsterdam forest before returning to the barge to cruise to Amsterdam while sampling Dutch delicacies.

DAY 8 Amsterdam

Explore Amsterdam at leisure as your Netherlands bike tour concludes.

DEPARTURE Fly home or continue your journey with an optional Post-Trip Extension in Amsterdam.

NEW! PORTUGAL & SPAIN RIVER CRUISE

Douro Valley

If you’re dreaming of a Douro Valley River cruise with a rich bouquet of cycling options and authentic Portuguese culture—this is the one! Indulge in the luxury of your five-star ship as you enjoy invigorating rides to medieval villages, experience an exclusive port wine tasting in Pinhão, and discover Spain’s “Golden City” of Salamanca.

$7,095 − $7,995* tour only: 8 days/7 nights

$8,295− $9,445* air package: 11 days/9 nights

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FLIGHT + ARRIVAL Fly to Lisbon

A VBT representative will meet you at the airport and provide transportation to your hotel in Lisbon.

DAY 1 Travel to Porto

and some of its most striking architecture. Or cycle the scenic Spanish vistas that hug Portugal’s border, stopping to explore tiny rustic villages along the way.

DAY 5 Côa Valley/Peso da Régua

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LISBON

Pre-Trip Extension from $395-$445* PORTO

Post-Trip Extension from $145-$195*

Travel from Lisbon to Porto, the epicenter of Portugal’s wine production. Embark your elegant river ship, then enjoy a delicious lunch on board and cycle along the Atlantic coast on a warm-up ride.

DAY 2 Peso da Régua/Pinhão

Cruise upriver this morning, stopping in the lovely town of Peso da Régua. Then cycle a scenic riverside route among gentle hills and vineyards to Pinhão, producer of some of the world’s finest ports. After a private port tasting, rejoin your ship, which has followed you upriver.

DAY 3 Trancoso/Marialva/Vega de Terrón

Travel to Penedoro to begin your day of cycling. Ride through stunning countryside to the stunning hilltop town of Trancoso. After lunch here, continue to the sleepy village of Marialva. Later, cruise upriver to the Spanish border town of Vega de Terrón.

DAY 4 Spain: Tour Salamanca or Cycle Rustic Villages

Choose your activity today. Join a full-day tour of Salamanca, home to Spain’s oldest university

Marvel at the prehistoric rock carvings of the Côa Valley this morning. Then ride quiet country roads to Trevões, whose church boasts some beautiful frescoes.

DAY 6 Ecopista do Tâmega

Cycle the Ecopista do Tâmega rail trail today, a breathtaking route through the Tâmega Valley. Pause for lunch along the bike path, and later see the modernist paintings of Amadeo de Souza-Cardoso in his namesake museum.

DAY 7 Atlantic coast/Aveiro

Pedal a coastal route along the Atlantic from the beautiful city of Aveiro, known as the “Venice of Portugal” for its canals and lagoon setting. After a canal ride on a traditional moliceiro boat, savor a fresh seafood lunch and return to your ship.

DAY 8 Porto

Conclude your Douro River odyssey with a guided walking tour of Porto. Air Package guests continue on to our hotel in Porto.

DEPARTURE Fly home or continue your journey with an optional Post-Trip Extension in Porto.

RHINE BIKE & RIVER CRUISE

Basel to Amsterdam

Travel in style as you explore the Rhine River on a luxurious Emerald cruise ship. Pedal curated routes through the Rhine’s picturesque villages—stopping along the way to taste exquisite vintages, explore local wineries, and tour charming medieval cities.

$5,845 − $6,245* tour only: 8 days/7 nights

Boat

13-45 miles/day

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Features standard Air Package option

Extend Your Stay

ZURICH

Pre-Trip Extension from $445-$495*

DEN HAAG

Post-Trip Extension from $345*

E-Bike, Road, Hybrid

FLIGHT + ARRIVAL Fly to Zurich

A VBT representative will meet you at the airport and arrange transportation to your hotel in Zurich.

DAY 1 Basel

Travel to Basel, where you’ll board your ship and settle into your cabin. Meet your tour leaders for an orientation meeting and bike-fitting.

DAY 2 Breisach/Kaiserstuhl Cycling Path

Willkommen in Deutschland! Spin along the vineyard terraces of the sunniest corner of Germany on the Kaiserstuhl Cycle Route. You’ll stop at a charming village of half-timbered homes to meet the locals and sample local cheese and wine. In the afternoon, you can use your free time to explore historic Breisach.

DAY 3 Kehl/Strasbourg/

La Route des Vins d’Alsace/Obernai

Bienvenue en France! Roll through fertile valleys along the picturesque Route des Vins and enjoy a typical Alsatian lunch followed by some independent exploration of the lovely town of Obernai.

DAY 4 Mannheim/Heidelberg/ Cycle along the Neckar River

Enjoy a guided tour of Heidelberg, a historic university town on the Neckar River, and admire its 16th-century castle. In the afternoon, follow a scenic route back to the ship, where your Rhine cycling river cruise continues to Rüdesheim.

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DAY 5 The Rhine Gorge/Koblenz/ The Mosel River

Fairytale castles and picturesque vineyards dot the landscape during this morning’s cruise along the most scenic stretch of the Rhine. Arrive in the ancient city of Koblenz and enjoy an easy ride through a car-free paradise along the Mosel Wine Route.

DAY 6 Cologne/City ride/

Sail the Rhine to Amsterdam

View the famous Gothic spires of Cologne as your ship arrives this morning. Disembark for a loop ride to wind along the streets of this appealing metropolis.

DAY 7 Amsterdam/Monnickendam

Explore the canals of Amsterdam by boat before disembarking for this morning’s ride to a small fishing village. Witness the daily life of the locals as you cycle along bike paths, enjoying a lunch and clog-making demonstration on route.

DAY 8 Amsterdam/Den Haag

Disembark this morning as your Rhine cycling river cruise concludes.

DEPARTURE Fly home or continue your journey with an optional Post-Trip Extension in Den Haag.

CROATIA

The Dalmatian Coast, Korčula & Dubrovnik

If your dream vacation involves cycling Croatia’s magical Pelješac Peninsula and the island of Korčula, then look no further. From your seaside vantage point, you’ll enjoy spectacular views of azure Adriatic waters as you contemplate your discoveries.

$2,795 − $3,345* tour only: 7 days/6 nights

$4,595 − $5,295* air package: 10 days/8 nights Best Months to Travel April, May, June, September, October Visit vbt.com to get the latest departure dates, pricing, and availability

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FLIGHT + ARRIVAL Fly to Dubrovnik

Upon arrival at the Dubrovnik Airport, make your way to the nearby town of Cavtat and your sea view hotel.

DAY 1 Ston/Pelješac Peninsula

Travel to the Pelješac Peninsula and the 13th-century town of Ston for lunch and exploration at leisure.  Continue to the seaside resort town of Orebić, then cycle along the scenic, village-dotted Adriatic coast.

DAY 2 Pelješac Peninsula Stay Put Day

Explore by boat or on foot. Or cycle along the coast and inland to the quiet seaside village of Lovište. Sample local vintages at nearby wineries.

DAY 3 Orebić to Korčula Town

Ferry to Korčula Island and transfer to Vela Luka. Climb from this port town and trace the spine of the island’s mountainous terrain, taking in breathtaking vistas and passing traditional stone villages.

DAY 4 Stay Put Day/Mljet National Park

Ferry from Korčula’s old town to Mljet.  Hike around the island’s two saltwater lakes in one of Croatia’s most spectacular National Parks.  Cruise across the largest lake to the small island of Sv. Marija (Saint Mary), home to a former 12th-century Benedictine monastery.

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DAY 5 Korčula Stay Put Day

Discover the charms of Korčula Town, visiting the Marco Polo Museum and St. Mark’s Cathedral. If you wish, explore Korčula’s shores by kayak. Or cycle to the beaches of Lumbarda or the fishing town of Račišće.

DAY 6 Korčula to Dubrovnik

Ferry to Dubrovnik. This afternoon, take in the Old Town’s medieval atmosphere and perhaps walk the remarkably preserved ramparts.

DAY 7 Dubrovnik

Your Self-Guided Bicycle Vacation ends after breakfast. Self-Guided Air Package guests remain in Dubrovnik for another night.

DEPARTURE After breakfast, make your own way to the Dubrovnik airport for your return flight home.

ENGLAND

Oxford & the Cotswolds

If you’re looking for a self-guided biking tour of England’s charming Cotswold region, this unique VBT tour is the best (and only!) game in town. From the moment you meet your English VBT host, you’ll experience the confidence of 24/7 support with room to design your own pace of discovery.

$2,945* tour only: 5 days/4 nights

$4,045 − $4,195* air package: 8 days/6 nights

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FLIGHT + ARRIVAL Fly to London

Upon arrival at Heathrow Airport, make your way to the rail-accessible village of Moreton-inMarsh and your hotel.

DAY 1 Moreton-in-Marsh

Meet your Local host and ride into the tranquil countryside of the Cotswolds this morning. Explore as long as you wish before returning to Moreton-in-Marsh, a historic market town.

DAY 2 Moreton-in-Marsh

Today you will cycle through the North Cotswolds, a bucolic landscape dotted with charming villages and pastures lined with stone walls. Take time to explore the beautiful Hidcote Gardens. Later, you might stop and raise a pint at Ebrington Arms, voted English Pub of the Year in 2018.

DAY 3 Moreton-in-Marsh/ Bourton-on-the-Water

This morning, cycle to the beguiling hamlet of Bourton-on-the-Water in time for lunch.

A ride through the Windrush Valley and past Sherborne Estate—England’s only surviving 17th-century deer course and grandstand— brings you to the former wool trading town of Burford.

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DAY 4 Burford

Ride scenic, rolling terrain to Bibury, home to the cluster of slate-roofed cottages and gardens that have come to symbolize the Cotswolds.

DAY 5 Oxford

Burford to Bampton to Oxford. Your SelfGuided Bicycle Vacation ends after arriving to Oxford. Self-Guided Air+ guests remain in Oxford for the night.

DEPARTURE After breakfast, make your own way to the London airport for your return flight home.

FRANCE Vineyards of Beaujolais

VBT knows Beaujolais like the back of our hand—and it shows. On this bucolic self-guided adventure, you’ll experience not only scenic cycling routes immersing you in French countryside and villages, but also the opulence of historic chateaux, during stays in not one, but two, castle hotels—including one with an on-site oenothèque.

$2,695 − $2,745* tour only: 6 days/5 nights

$4,345 − $4,995* air package: 9 days/7 nights

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17-43 miles/day

E-Bike, Road, Hybrid

FLIGHT + ARRIVAL Fly to Paris

Upon arrival at Charles de Gaulle Airport, make your way to your Paris hotel and enjoy time in France’s iconic capital.

DAY 1 Mâcon

Meet your Local host, then enjoy a ride along a leisurely bike path that follows the Saône. Your riverside ride introduces you to the charms of Mâcon, past streets lined with pastel-hued buildings.

DAY 2 Mâcon Stay Put Day/Chardonnay

Explore Mâcon and its many churches and cobbled streets, or pedal the flat Voie Bleue bike path along the Saône to the wine village of Viré. Our longer option takes you to the renowned hamlet of Chardonnay, where the namesake wine was created by Cistercian monks.

DAY 3 Mâcon to Crêches sur Saône via Cluny

Leave the Saône River Valley on a gradual rail trail ascent. Arrive in Cluny to explore its historic abbey, the medieval center of Christianity. Then choose from two scenic and rewarding routes—ranging from easy to moderate—to the village of Crêches sur Saône.

DAY 4 Crêches sur Saône to Belleville-en-Beaujolais

Ride into the scenic appellations and villages

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at the heart of Beaujolais’s viniculture, from Pouilly-Fuissé to Romanèche-Thorins. Admire the magnificent Rock of Solutré, towering over lush vineyards. Later, arrive at a spectacular château wine estate for a two-night stay

DAY 5 Golden Village loop/Stay Put Day

Enjoy another day on the bike with an exhilarating ride that links the region’s villages of Golden Stone, or Pierres dorées. Shorter routes are available should you want to also spend time experiencing Beaujolais viniculture at your elegant château.

DAY 6 Lyon

Your Self-Guided Bicycle Vacation ends this morning after breakfast in the heart of Beaujolais. Air Package guests continue to Lyon for one night. Explore the atmospheric Old Town of this UNESCO World Heritage site.

DEPARTURE After breakfast, make your own way to the Lyon airport for your return flight home.

GERMANY & AUSTRIA

The Danube River

Spin along the storied Danube River and discover the Eastern Alps as you pedal a gentle downhill trail from the shores of Lunzer See. If you’ve been dreaming about a Danube cycling vacation with independence and support, this is a perfect fit!

$3,095* tour only: 7 days/6 nights

$4,445 − $4,595* air package: 10 days/8 nights

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FLIGHT + ARRIVAL Fly to Munich

Upon arrival at the Munich Airport, make your way to the rail-accessible city of Passau and your hotel.

Features standard Air Package option

DAY 1 Passau

Meet your VBT Local host early this afternoon. If you wish, warm up for the week with a loop ride on a flat bike path along the Inn River.

DAY 2 Passau to Schlögener Schlinge

After breakfast, follow the famous EuroVelo 6 bike trail, a flat, paved path along the Danube River. Upon entering Austria visit the stunning Engelszell Abbey and enjoy beer or a liquor prepared by Trappist monks. You will arrive at Schlögener Schlinge this afternoon, spending the night at a hotel overlooking a scenic bend in the river.

DAY 3 Schlögener Schlinge to Ottensheim

Start your day by walking to a viewpoint which provides a scenic vista of the 180-degree river bend for which the area is known. Then, follow the Danube bike trail through a beautiful forest toward Aschach. The ride concludes in Ottensheim which is renowned for its hilltop castle. Enjoy a late lunch while waiting for transport which will take you to your next hotel in Ybbs an der Donau.

DAY 4 Ybbs Valley Cycle Trail

The Ybbs Valley Cycle Trail (Ybbstalradweg) follows the Ybbs River starting at a beautiful

mountain lake. The trail begins with gentle rolling hills, but the main section runs along an old railway bed. Cyclists will be treated to views of circular arch bridges, a scenic gorge, and crystal-clear waters.

DAY 5 Ybbs an

der Donau to Weissenkirchen

Today you will ride along the Danube towards the Wachau Valley. After leaving Melk, you will cross the river and ride through scenic landscapes with vineyards and fertile farmland. You’ll spend the night in Weissenkirchen at Hotel Kirchenwirt.

DAY 6 Wachau Valley loop

After a few miles of pedaling downstream on the left bank of the river, you’ll arrive in Dürnstein. After an optional visit , you cycle towards Krems, where you’ll cross the river and continue your loop upstream, enjoying breathtaking view of Dürnstein on the other side. After a ferry ride across the river, you’ll finish in Weissenkirchen to end your biking adventure in Germany and Austria. You can close your Danube River bike tour with a nice dinner in one of Weissenkirchen’s cozy restaurants.

DAY 7 Vienna

Self-Guided Air+ guests will board a private car to Vienna and stay there for overnight.

DEPARTURE After breakfast, make your way to the Vienna airport for your return flight home.

Dolomites, Bolzano to Ora

If you’ve ever dreamed of cycling the Pordoi Pass, this is your chance to coast down the switchbacks that have thrilled Giro d’Italia fans for years. Spin along quiet bike paths through the Val di Fassa and Val di Fiemme—suffused with South Tyrol’s famous culture, cuisine, and cycling.

$3,395* tour only: 6 days/5 nights

$4,845 − $5,145* air package: 9 days/7 nights

Best Months to Travel

May, June, July, August, September

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FLIGHT + ARRIVAL Fly to Verona

Upon arrival at the Verona airport, make your way to the rail-accessible city of Bolzano and your hotel.

DAY 1 Bolzano to Bressanone

Meet your Local host this morning for a Welcome Orientation. Then set off on your own, following well-paved paths to Bressanone. As you cycle the breathtaking Isarco River valley, the majestic Dolomites rise around you.

DAY 2 Bressanone to Brunico

Cycle into the Pusteria Valley, once a main trading route to Roman Auguntum. Leave vineyard-covered hills behind to enter a spectacular mountainous region. Follow the Rienza River Valley to Brunico.

DAY 3 San Candido to Brunico

Board a bike-friendly train to San Candido in the Pusteria Valley on the doorstep of Austria. Follow a mostly downhill route, stopping to picnic alongside the shimmering waters of Lake Toblacker. Take time to ride a funicular to Plan de Corones at 7,464 feet.

DAY 4 Pordoi Pass to Cavalese

Marvel at the Dolomites up close today as you coast downhill from the iconic Pordoi Pass. An exhilarating ride delivers you into the Ladin Fassa and Fiemme valleys and leads you through traditional lively villages.

DAY 5 Cavalese to Bolzano

Ride a scenic new bike path to the Sanlugano Pass, tracing an old railroad built by Russian prisoners during World War I. A thick forest leads to a descent into a rare alpine wine region and the village of Pinzano. Cycle the Adige Valley back to Bolzano.

DAY 6 Verona

Your Self-Guided Bicycle Vacation ends after breakfast. Air Package guests make their own way to Verona, where you have the afternoon free to explore the romantic city of Romeo & Juliet

DEPARTURE After an included breakfast this morning, Air Package guests make their way to Verona Airport.

Puglia, Alberobello & Lecce

Your Pugliese Local host makes you feel like family on this self-guided tour—sharing cultural insights that add to your independent exploration. Explore the UNESCO village of Alberobello, stay in the white-washed city of Ostuni, pedal the shores to Gallipoli, and experience the magical confluence of the Ionian and Adriatic seas in Santa Maria di Leuca.

$2,595 − $2,795* tour only: 7 days/6 nights

$3,895 − $5,045* air package: 10 days/8 nights

Best Months to Travel

April, May, June, September, October

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Features standard Air Package option

15-32 miles/day

E-Bike, Road, Hybrid

FLIGHT + ARRIVAL Fly to Bari

Upon arrival at the Bari airport, make your way to the town of Alberobello and your hotel.

DAY 1 Alberobello

Meet your local host and begin your week riding from Alberobello to Ostuni through the rustic countryside of olive trees and vineyards, perhaps pausing for a gelato in the stunning village of Locorotondo, set on a low hill.

DAY 2 Ionian Coast to Gallipoli

Travel to Porto Cesareo, then ride a scenic coastal route past charming villages that showcase the real Puglia, rolling into Gallipoli, a medieval fortified island city once part of Magna Graecia, or Greater Greece, before continuing to your authentic farmhouse accommodation just inland.

DAY 3 Ionian Coast to Santa Maria di Leuca

Follow the stunning Ionian Coast past picturesque villages and soft, sandy beaches that lead to turquoise waters. There’ll be many opportunities to swim and indulge in lunch and gelato. At the end of the ride you will coast into Santa Maria di Leuca, a beautiful seaside town steeped in history.

DAY 4 Adriatic

Coast to the southern tip of Puglia

Crystalline coves and high scenic bluffs mark today’s exhilarating ride, with ample opportunities to explore harbor villages and admire stunning views from ancient watchtowers. Your destination

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is Otranto, where an 11th-century cathedral boasts a stunning 8,611-square-foot floor mosaic created by a resident monk in 1163.

DAY

5 Stay Put Day in Otranto

Explore Otranto, its cathedral and castle, or the surrounding area, by bike, boat, or on foot. Browse the shops lining the town’s narrow pedestrian streets, lounge on the beach, embark on a coastal boat trip or get back on your bike for a loop among olive groves and ancient standing stones, with an opportunity to stop at a winery.

DAY 6 Adriatic Coast to Lecce

Trace the Adriatic coast via a countryside route past enormous olive and oak trees. Pause to explore the tiny, fortified Renaissance village of Acaya, then follow a bike path to Lecce, a stunning Baroque city awash in elegant architecture. Spend your final night here wandering the historic warrens and sampling the renowned, rustic cuisine.

DAY 7 Lecce

Your Self-Guided Bicycle Vacation ends after breakfast. Self-Guided Air Package guests remain in Lecce for another night. Take some time to visit Piazza del Duomo and wander into its Roman theater and amphitheater.

DEPARTURE After breakfast, make your own way to the Brindisi airport for your return flight home.

Sardinia, Carloforte, Sulcis & Chia

If you’re looking for an off-the-beaten-path Sardinia cycling vacation with flexibility and support, you’ve found it! While most travel companies focus on Sardinia’s heavily-trafficked northeast seaboard, this VBT adventure avoids the tourist traps to bring you the island’s unsullied west coast.

$2,695 − $2,895* tour only: 6 days/5 nights

$3,895 − $4,395* air package: 9 days/7 nights

Best Months to Travel

April, May, June, September, October

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15-32 miles/day

E-Bike, Road, Hybrid

FLIGHT + ARRIVAL Fly to Cagliari

Upon arrival at the Cagliari airport, make your way to Cagliari, Sardinia’s cultural capital, and your hotel.

DAY 1 Arborea to Torre dei Corsari

Meet your Local host in Arborea, then cycle to the fishing hamlet of Marceddi, where you may stroll the seafront. Continue to the golden sands and massive dunes of Pistis and your hotel in Torre dei Corsari.

DAY 2 Torre dei Corsari to Arbus

Cycle into a Sardinian canvas of soaring limestone mountains and turquoise seas. After lunch in Montevecchio, continue to Arbus, where you can visit with a bladesmith at the fascinating Knife Museum.

DAY 3 Arbus to San Pietro Island

An exhilarating 10-mile descent delivers you to a flat coastal route and a spin into a stunning fiord. Stop to view the cliff tunnels of Porto Flavia, carved to bring ore to the sea from deep-cut mines. Ferry to San Pietro Island.

DAY 4 Stay Put Day/Carloforte

Explore Carloforte’s charming cobbled lanes and sample the freshest tuna in the world on this island of tuna fishermen. Head out farther afield to local beaches, the lighthouse at Capo Sandalo, or a preserved 19th-century tuna factory.

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DAY 5 Carloforte to Sant’Antioco and Porto Pino Bay

Ferry to the island of Sant’Antioco to ride among the Carthaginian and Roman ruins at Sulci. Pause to explore the site as you wish. Then cross an isthmus back to Sardinia Island to visit the “ghost village” of Tratalias Vecchia. Pause for a swim at Porto Pino Bay.

DAY 6 Sant’Anna Arresi to

Chia

Follow the unspoiled and gorgeous coast of the lower Sulci. Pass the region’s many beautiful beaches of green and turquoise waters and lavish sands en route to Chia, often voted one of the 10 Most Beautiful Beaches in the World. Spend time here on your last day, or ride to the nearby Spartivento Pond to view the resident flamingos.

DEPARTURE After breakfast, make your own way to the Cagliari airport for your return flight home.

PORTUGAL

Porto, the Silver Coast & Lisbon

If you’re looking for an independent cycling tour featuring warm Portuguese hospitality, this action-packed self-guided tour is it! Cycle from inn to inn on your own timetable—lingering on the beach at Nazaré or pausing to enjoy a vibrant sunset in the historic town of Óbidos.

$3,745 − $3,845* tour only: 7 days/6 nights

$4,745 − $5,645* air package: 10 days/8 nights

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Months to Travel

April, May, June, September, October

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Features standard Air Package option

FLIGHT + ARRIVAL Fly to Porto

Upon arrival at the Porto airport, make your way to your hotel in Porto.

DAY 1 Porto to Monte Real

Travel to historic Monte Real and settle into your hotel. If you wish, take a spin around its 60 acres or a stroll in its lovely gardens. Dine tonight at its fine restaurant.

DAY 2 Monte Real to São Pedro Moel

After breakfast, follow a lovely route through pine forests and past fertile farms. Perhaps you’ll pause at the serene Ervideira Lagoon. Then continue to the Atlantic coast, cycling through the charming beachside villages of Pedrogão and Vieira. You will arrive in São Pedro Moel, a graceful whitewashed village perched above the surf and sand in a protective cove.

DAY 3 São Pedro Moel to Alcobaça

Follow a coastal bike route through fragrant pine forests to the beach resort town of Nazaré, renowned among surfers for its powerful waves. You can linger a while to explore, perhaps visiting the splendid Baroque Sanctuary of Our Lady of Nazaré. After lunch, continue inland along the Alcobaça River to Alcobaça, with its stunning Gothic monastery.

DAY 4 Alcobaça to São Martinho do Porto

You have time to enjoy a leisurely morning in

Alcobaça, then cycle through fertile farmland to São Martinho do Porto and its lovely scallop-shaped bay. Here you can explore the enormous dune of Salir do Porto, one of Europe’s largest.

DAY 5 Stay Put Day in São Martinho do Porto

Spend today at your own pace, relaxing in and around the beach at São Martinho do Porto. Perhaps rent a paddleboard to explore the beautiful, protected beach and enjoy lunch at your leisure. If the bike is still calling to you, ride one of two loops from São Martinho do Porto toward Caldas da Raina or back to Nazaré.

DAY 6 São Martinho do Porto to Óbidos

Take your time cycling to Óbidos today. You’ll follow the stunning Atlantic coast, then wind inland past charming farms and villages. Upon arrival, you can walk along the medieval wall for breathtaking views of the whitewashed houses and the surrounding countryside. Your overnight stay lets you explore long after the day-trippers have left.

DAY 7 Lisbon

Board a morning shuttle to Lisbon. Air Package guests will stay on in Lisbon this evening.

DEPARTURE After breakfast, make your way to the Lisbon airport for your return flight home.

SPAIN

Barcelona & Costa Brava

The hills along Spain’s Costa Brava are a famous training ground for professional cyclists—and with this innovative self-guided cycling vacation, they’re also well within reach for riders at all levels of ability. Stay in authentic, boutique hotels and enjoy splendid Spanish wines and seaside sunsets.

$2,495 − $2,695* tour only: 6 days/5 nights

$3,945 − $4,745* air package: 9 days/7 nights

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FLIGHT + ARRIVAL Fly to Barcelona

Upon arrival to the Barcelona airport, make your way to the rail-accessible city of Girona.

DAY 1 Girona

Meet your Local host and then cycle into the Catalan countryside and the gently sloping foothills of the Pre-Pyrenees. A gradual ascent rewards you with splendid views of the village of Montcal below. Then enjoy an easy coast back to Girona, passing through the traditional Catalan town of Sant Medir along the way.

DAY 2 Girona to Pals

Cycle out of Girona and gently climb along winding mountain roads to a Mediterranean coastal range. You might pause at the Els Angels chapel to admire its stonework. Then enjoy a downhill ride, passing numerous farming villages that are all well worth a visit. Trace quiet country roads through a typical Mediterranean landscape into Pals, a beautifully preserved medieval village and home to your unique Catalan house hotel.

DAY 3 Pals to Llafranc

Follow bucolic country roads past meadows and fertile farmland to the village of Calonge, where a 13th-century castle offers sweeping views of the Costa Brava. Continue to seaside Palamós, home to some of the region’s last surviving fishing fleets. Later, ride through a

seaside pine forest and coast into Llafranc, a stunningly scenic coastal village where Hemingway and Dalí spent time.

DAY 4 Llafranc to Empúries

Ascend over the coastal range into the gentle plains of Costa Brava, passing medieval towns and farmhouses. If you wish, pedal to the hilltop town of Pals, a remarkably preserved village. Continue through charming Torroella de Montgri and then enjoy an easy ride to the coast and your seaside hotel.

DAY 5 Stay Put Day in Empúries

Take today to relax at your seaside locale, perhaps lounging on the beach and exploring the former fishing port of nearby Empúries. You might take a short ride along the shareduse path to the Greco-Roman ruins of Empúries or enjoy a loop ride into the coastal hills where spectacular Pyrenees and sea views will reward you.

DAY 6 Barcelona

After breakfast, the bike tour ends. Air Package guests travel to Barcelona. Here you have the afternoon free to explore this splendid city of remarkable architecture and rich history.

DEPARTURE After breakfast, make your way to the Barcelona airport for your flight home.

Bar Harbor & Acadia National Park

Nothing could be more seamless than VBT’s self-guided tour of Acadia National Park. Three nights at the Bar Harbor Inn gives you flexibility to pedal Cadillac Mountain, spin through charming coastal villages, or relax with a luxurious spa treatment. The choice is yours!

$1,945* tour only: 4 days/3 nights Best Months to Travel June, July, August, September, October

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Self-Guided

miles/day

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E-bike, Gravel, Hybrid

DAY 1 Arrive in Bar Harbor

Arrive and settle into your hotel in this lovely seaport town. This afternoon, cycle to Schooner Head Scenic Overlook for stunning ocean views.

DAY 2 Park Loop Road

Cycle past Compass Harbor where you may want to walk to Dorr Point for views of the harbor and Porcupine Islands. From Sand Beach, you may choose to return to Bar Harbor or ride the Cadillac Mountain Summit Road.

DAY 3 Eagle Lake

Experience Acadia National Park's famed car-free carriage roads as you trace the shores of Eagle Lake, and an optional visit to Jordan Pond before circling back to Bar Harbor.

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DAY 4 Depart for home

Revel in one last morning of wonderful riding along Acadia’s carriage roads, enjoying a serene loop around Witch Hole Pond and back to Bar Harbor, where your bike vacation concludes.

VERMONT Middlebury Countryside

& the Lake

Champlain Coast

$1,795 − $1,945* tour only: 5 days/4 nights

Best Months to Travel June, July, August, September, October

Bike from inn to inn on this quintessential self-guided Vermont vacation. From the moment you meet your VBT Local host, you’ll feel right at home—because Vermont is VBT’s native land! Visit vbt.com to get the latest departure dates, pricing, and availability

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1 Arrive in Middlebury

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Begin your self-paced bicycling vacation with your choice of two loop rides around charming Middlebury, passing the Pulp Mill Covered Bridge and the falls at Otter Creek. Then settle in to your classic New England inn.

DAY 2 Lake Dunmore/ Middlebury Stay Put Day

Take in the many charming delights of Middlebury today. If you wish, set out on a ride to Lake Dunmore in Branbury State Park for a picnic lunch, cycling through the quiet town of Salisbury past antique shops, weeping willows, and stone walls.

DAY 3 Bristol to Vergennes

Move on to Lake Champlain, following peaceful back roads along the scenic Hogback Mountain Ridge and breaking for lunch in Bristol. En route to Vergennes, pass Cedar Lake and spectacular valley and mountain vistas on the shores of Lake Champlain.

DAY 4 Chimney Point/ Vergennes Stay Put Day

Relax at your lakeside resort today, or choose from three loop rides through Vermont’s stunning countryside. The short option leads you through a scenic valley to the charming village of Panton. You may

then continue to West Addison if you like. And ride further still to the Chimney Point Historic Site, home to a tavern that served Thomas Jefferson.

DAY 5 Vergennes/Depart for home

Depart Basin Harbor to Vergennes, with an optional stop at Kingsland Bay, a beautiful lakeside state park where you can stroll nature trails or swim in Lake Champlain. Continue to Weybridge, passing its fanciful Victorian homes. If you wish, tour the University of Vermont Morgan Horse Farm, a National Historic site dedicated to the preservation and breeding of Morgan horses. After, you ride into Middlebury, where your tour ends.

With our sister company, you'll

Explore More of the World’s Hidden Corners–on Foot

Trade your biking shoes for walking shoes with our sister company, Country Walkers. We share more than our Vermont-based headquarters with them. We also share the expertise of the world’s best Trip Designers and Tour Consultants, ensuring you an unrivalled, intensely local adventure along the world’s most spectacular walking trails.

Immerse yourself in all things local.

Country Walkers helps you experience your destination fully. When you explore on foot, you become part of the cultural beauty and scenic splendor that surrounds you. And local guides help you connect with daily life in the most meaningful ways.

Coutry Walkers handles every last detail.

You’ll discover places you’d never find on your own, all the while knowing that Country Walkers has covered all the logistics. So you can focus on the most important thing: relaxing and being fully in the moment.

Authentic hotels. Local cuisine. Ultimate comfort.

At the end of the day, your discoveries are just beginning. Country Walkers selects warm, welcoming hotels and inns that exude local character and charm. And at mealtime, you’ll savor the fresh bounty of the region and rich culinary traditions.

Breathtaking, invigorating walking trails.

Country Walkers finds the most inspiring and scenic trails for you. Trails that deliver you to spectacular panoramas, into the heart of rural villages, and away from tourist crowds. It’ll be the most rewarding walk you’ll ever take.

COUNTRY WALKERS

6 Great Hiking Tours for Bikers

England: Cornwall Coast

Self-Guided Tour

Land’s End may be just 'round the bend, but there’s always room for new discoveries on Cornwall’s bewitching coast. Ramble over grassy bluffs and sandy beaches, through seaside villages, and along beautiful rugged cliffs.

Norway:

Bergen & the Fjords Guided Tour

Witness Norway’s pristine deep-cut fjordlands up close, from the magnificent west coast to interior mountains and valleys. Walking trails, boat rides, a gondola, and the famous Flam railway deliver you to the heart of Norway’s rich culture.

Portugal: Minho & the Douro Valley Guided Tour

From the Way of St. James and ancient stone villages to the celebrated and scenic wine region of the Douro Valley, stunning vistas and long-held traditions wait at every turn during an illuminating walking tour in Northern Portugal.

Montana: Glacier National Park Guided Tour

Immerse yourself in nature at her most stunning as you hike through wildflower-valleys and past gleaming glaciers and plunging waterfalls, the Rocky Mountains your majestic backdrop. Historic lodges and vintage buses bring a classic feel to this inspiring walking adventure.

Scotland: The Highlands Guided Tour

Scotland’s romantic highlands have beckoned to walkers and inspired artists and poets. Trek these famed plateaus with a bonnie song in your heart, admiring distant lochs, strolling village lanes, sampling local whiskey, and catching the local vibe at cozy pubs.

Greece: Athens, Delphi & Meteora

Standing trailside above Delphi’s Temple of Apollo, with the sweep of Mount Parnassus as a backdrop, there’s no better stage for appreciating the ancient Greeks’ dramatic flair. Your guides are experts at weaving history, myth, and tradition into a captivating mosaic that brings these places to life.

To learn more about Country Walkers—and see complete tour details— visit countrywalkers.com or scan the QR codes above.

FROM THE 7 SEAS TO 214 FEET BELOW SEA LEVEL

A WORLD OF UNFORGETTABLE EXPERIENCES AWAITS

There is so much to discover with the Xanterra Travel Collection’s world of unforgettable experiences and as a guest of VBT that discovery comes with perks, savings, and more. Sail the glittering Mediterranean Sea, trek to the ancient mountain-top ruins of Machu Picchu, hike through French wine country, or take a drive through Glacier National Park at 6,000 feet above sea level in a historic Red Bus. Watch Old Faithful erupt from a century-old lodge in Yellowstone, ride in a 1923 Pullman train car to the Grand Canyon, or gaze at the Milky Way from a true American Oasis in the middle of Death Valley National Park. It’s all possible through Xanterra Travel Collection’s exclusive preferred guest program. So the only question is…where will your wanderlust take you?

Windstar Cruises

The Oasis at Death Valley

Country Walkers

Grand Canyon Railway & Hotel

Glacier National Park Lodges

Meet the Fleet

Curious about the bike models available for your tour? Visit vbt.com/bikes and select "View Bike" to see details and tour availability.

Fuji Absolute Hybrid Bike

Available on many tours

This bike has upright handlebars and wider tires for a smooth, stable ride. This is not an electric-assisted bicycle. Also available in a step-through frame.

Fuji Sportif Road Bike

With drop handlebars, this bike is ideal for cycling enthusiasts who want high performance with more positioning options. Designed to put you in a riding position that’s gentle on the back and geared to handle hills and flats efficiently.

Fuji Absolute Hybrid Bike

Available on many tours

This bike has a step-through frame, upright handlebars, and wider tires for a smooth, stable ride.

Fuji Gran Fondo Road Bike

Available on many tours

This carbon road bike is a smooth-rolling, bumpabsorbing bike with a frame designed to keep you isolated from the road chatter and noise. How’s it different from our aluminum-alloy Fuji Sportif? It’s built with similar geometry and principles, but with a little more road compliance and feel.

E-bikes Bring Peace of Mind

Our E-bikes are environmentally friendly, quiet, and fun—and can help you climb hills, push through headwinds, and ride more miles. An E-bike is a conventional bicycle with a batterypowered motor that can be activated when you pedal to provide extra support when you would like it. The E-bike has upright handlebars, similar gearing to our nonelectric bikes, and disc brakes. We offer step-over and step-through frames (the Breezer is currently offered on 22 tours; see vbt.com/bikes to view tour availability of all bike models).

Breezer Powertrip Electric-Assisted Bike (Step-Through E-bike)

Fuji Traverse Electric-Assisted Bike (E-Bike)

Fuji Traverse Electric-Assisted Bike (Step-Through E-bike)

Ways to Save

Learn more at vbt.com/programs

Refer a Friend and You Both Save

Refer a friend to VBT and you will receive $150 in traveler credits when they return from their first trip, and your friend will save $100 on their first trip! There are even cash rewards for every third person you refer.

G ood Buy Discount

When you book your 2025 vacation by October 24, 2024, and pay in full using MyAccount by November 7, 2024, you’ll receive 5% off the total cost of your tour (minus Travel Protection Plan, additional air costs, and any room upgrade charges).

When You Bring a Group of Friends, You'll Save on the Trip of a Lifetime.

Group Organizer Perks

Learn more at vbt.com/groups

SELF-GUIDED VACATIONS

• Gather 8-12 people in your group and you’ll receive $100 for each guest. Visit vbt.com/groups or call 877.600.6229, extension 3307 for help with planning your trip.

GUIDED VACATIONS

• 9 people in your group and you’ll get 50% off one trip cost.

• 11 people in your group and one trip is FREE!

• 17 people in your group and you’ll receive TWO FREE TRIPS! Plus, your vacation is exclusively for your group. Please note Bike & Boat vacations require a larger group size. Visit vbt.com/groups or call 877.600.6229, extension 3307 for help with planning your trip.

Make Getting There Easier

Air travel can be stressful; that’s why we have partnered with some of the most renowned airlines in the world and have a dedicated VBT Air Team to book your flights and handle all the details.

What’s in a Guided Vacation Air Package?

Hint: It’s Not Just Airfare

• Round-trip international airfare

• Car service to and from international airports

• Stress-free arrivals with airport meet and greet services

• Additional hotel nights before and after your trip

• Daily breakfast to accompany your added hotel stays

• Premium economy and business-class upgrades available

• Allows you to add Pre- and/or Post-Trip Extensions to your vacation

What’s in a Self-Guided Air Package?

• Round-trip international airfare, of course

• Expert recommendations for getting to and from the airport in your destination

• Additional hotel nights before and after your trip

• Daily breakfast to accompany your added hotel stays

• Premium economy and business-class upgrades available

Want to Color Outside the Lines? Customize

Everything with Our Custom Air Service

This special air service will allow you to customize departure and arrival cities, flight times, and routes without lifting a finger, and is especially useful when planning back-to-back VBT vacations or extended time in your destination. Available for guided tours only and may include additional costs.

ITALY

Italy: Dolomites, Bolzano to Ora

Italy: Lake Como & the Italian Lake District

Italy: Piedmont, Langhe & the Italian Riviera

Italy: Puglia, Alberobello & Lecce

Italy: Puglia's Undiscovered Coast

New for 2025! Italy: Sardinia, Carloforte, Sulcis & Chia

Italy: Sicily, the Noto Valley & Syracuse

Italy: Southern Tuscany & Giglio Island

Italy: The Dolomites, Bolzano & Lake Garda

Italy: Tuscany, Chianti & Marina di Castagneto

Italy: Valleys of the Dolomites

New for 2025! Italy: Umbria, Spello, Montefalco & Assisi

FRANCE

France Bike & River Cruise: Lyon to Nice

France: Normandy & Brittany

France: Saint-Remy-De-Provence, Les Baux & Avignon

France: The Burgundy Wine Region & Dijon

France: Vineyards of Beaujolais

SPAIN

Spain: Andalusia, Córdoba & Granada

Spain: Balearic Islands, Mallorca, & Ses Salines

Spain: Barcelona & Costa Brava

Spain: Girona & Costa Brava

MORE EUROPE

Croatia: The Dalmatian Coast, Korčula & Dubrovnik

Croatia: The Dalmatian Islands

Croatia Bike & Boat: Split & the Dalmatian Islands

Danube Bike & River Cruise: Budapest to Prague

England: Bath & the Cotswolds

England: Oxford & the Cotswolds

New for 2025! England & Scotland: Lake District to Edinburgh

Germany & Austria: The Danube River

France, Luxembourg & Germany Bike & Boat: Mosel River Valley

Guided Easy

See current dates and pricing, and complete tour details at vbt.com. We reserve the right to correct errors. To view our complete terms and conditions, please visit our website at vbt.com/terms. A signed participation agreement is required of all guests prior to travel. You can find it at vbt.com/participation.

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Greece: Sparta, Monemvasia & the Peloponnesian Peninsula

Holland & Belgium Bike & Boat: Bruges to Amsterdam

Ireland: Galway and Connemara Coast

Portugal: Lisbon, Evora & the Algarve

Portugal: Porto, the Silver Coast & Lisbon

New for 2025! Portugal & Spain Bike & River Cruise: Douro Valley

Rhine Bike & River Cruise: Basel to Amsterdam

Scandinavia: Denmark & Sweden

Slovenia, Austria & Italy: Alpine Valleys

Spain & Portugal: Coastal Camino de Santiago

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

Switzerland, Germany & France: The Black Forest & the Alsace Wine Route

The Netherlands Bike & Boat: Springtime in Holland

FARAWAY ESCAPES

Chile: Coastal Vistas & Vineyards

New Zealand: The South Island

South Africa: Cape Town & the Garden Route

Hanoi, Hue, Hoi An & Saigon

NORTH AMERICA

Arizona: Saguaro National Park & the Sonoran Desert

Canada: Banff National Park & the Canadian Rockies

Canada: Vancouver Island & the Gulf Islands

Colorado: Aspen to Vail, Valleys of the Rockies

Georgia & Florida: Jekyll Island & St. Augustine

Maine: Acadia National Park

Maine: Bar Harbor & Acadia National Park

Maryland: Eastern Shore & Chesapeake Bay

Mississippi: The Natchez Trace

South Carolina & Georgia: Charleston to Savannah

Utah: Bryce Canyon & Zion National Parks

Vermont: Lake Champlain Islands, Burlington & Stowe

Vermont: Middlebury Countryside & the Lake Champlain Coast

See current dates and pricing, and complete tour details at vbt.com. We reserve the right to correct errors. To view our complete terms and conditions, please visit our website at vbt.com/terms. A signed participation agreement is required of all guests prior to travel. You can find it at vbt.com/participation.

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What if I haven’t ridden a bike in years? We welcome all levels of cyclists. Our trips are rated “easy,” “moderate,” and “challenging,” so you can quickly find one that suits you. On tour, you can ride as little or as much as you’d like. Still not sure? Choose one of our E-bikes for a little assistance.

Will the bike you provide fit me when I get to my destination? Your comfort is the most important thing to us. You’ll provide us your height when you reserve so we’ll have the right size bike waiting. Then your trip leaders will make adjustments to make sure it’s an ideal fit.

How many miles will I ride each day? It depends on how your tour is rated. “Easy” tours include 15-35 miles a day while more moderate tours clock in at 25-40. On other tours, you could ride up to 60 miles daily if you’re up for it. But you always have a choice, with most days offering several different mileage options.

What kind of surfaces will I ride on? Our routes follow mostly paved roads. But some byways in the countryside might be gravel and some streets in medieval villages and towns might be cobblestone. After you reserve, you’ll receive your VBT Welcome Handbook with details about your specific trip.

What are the hotels like? We choose smaller, family-run hotels that exude the character of the destination: a restored historic farmhouse in Italy, a French chateau. Wherever you travel with us, you’ll stay in clean, stylish 3-, 4-, and 5-star hotels that we have personally inspected for you.

Will VBT arrange my air travel? We’re happy to! Our Air Package also includes an extra hotel night or two at the beginning and/or end of your trip, daily breakfast, and airport transfers.

What is a Self-Guided Bike Vacation? Our Self-Guided Bike Vacations are the perfect blend of independence and peace of mind—private, turn-key vacations with unforgettable biking excursions. We arrange your accommodations and moving luggage between hotels, provide detailed route instructions, and have a local representative to welcome you and lend a hand along the way.

If a guest is unsure where they would like to travel, I like to take the time to discuss their interests and compare itineraries with them so we can together find the perfect destination. I have had the pleasure of talking with foodies, history buffs, wine enthusiasts, and folks who just want to see the world on a bicycle and meet new people. It’s a highlight of my day to help them determine which of our tours is right for them.”

Amanda Wetter, Tour Consultant