Bike Tour Reviews

  • Mosel Bike Path
    (4/5) Elizabeth Schlosser 4 hours ago

    Charming tour

    · Mosel Bike Path: Dreamy Mosel Valley from Trier to Koblenz

    Good bikes, lucky it was cool weather for most of the trip, charming hotels . We had some small problems following the maps, the day into Koblenz was boring along a highway.

    What was the date of your tour?
    July, 2024
    How many tours have you completed?
    3
    Difficulty (actual vs. expected)?
    Somewhat easier
    Who is this tour suitable for?
    First-time bike tourists, Solo travelers, Families with teens
    Do you recommend this tour?
    Yes
    Countries included in this tour?
    Germany
    •  (photo by Elizabeth Schlosser)
    •  (photo by Elizabeth Schlosser)
    • 5/5 Value
    • 5/5 Included meals
    • 5/5 Bikes + equipment
    • 5/5 Hotels or boat
    • 5/5 Scenery
    • 4/5 Ease of navigation
    • 4/5 Tour documents
    • 4/5 Local tour company services
    • 4/5 Route selection
  • Three Lakes Tour
    (4/5) Kelly Seither 3 days ago

    Good starter trip for beginners

    · Three Lakes Tour: From Geneva to Annecy

    Easy to use bikes and routing maps, complete with recommendations for stops. All luggage was moved on time. The route- scenery and riding surface and scenic paths- was very nicely arranged. Everything about our trip was very tidy and we had confidence in the team.

    What was the date of your tour?
    July 2024
    How many tours have you completed?
    0
    Difficulty (actual vs. expected)?
    As expected
    Who is this tour suitable for?
    First-time bike tourists
    Do you recommend this tour?
    Yes
    Countries included in this tour?
    France, Switzerland
    • Mid day stop in Canal de Saviers (photo by Kelly Seither)
    • Sunflowers in July in Vions (photo by Kelly Seither)
    • The views! Serrieres-en-Chautagne (photo by Kelly Seither)
    • 4/5 Value
    • 4/5 Included meals
    • 5/5 Bikes + equipment
    • 3/5 Hotels or boat
    • 5/5 Scenery
    • 5/5 Ease of navigation
    • 5/5 Tour documents
    • 5/5 Local tour company services
    • 5/5 Route selection
  • Mosel Bike Path
    (5/5) Clair Robbins 3 days ago

    A great trip through Germany!

    · Mosel Bike Path: Dreamy Mosel Valley from Trier to Koblenz

    The tour was beautiful, great scenery and easily bike able! We used the luxury package and were very impressed with the accommodations. Four out of the five hotels exceeded our expectations. Overall we had a great time biking, trying wine, and visiting castles. We found the pacing to be good. A nice amount of biking each day with time to explore along the way. Only a few pieces were stress. It was difficult to navigate the final city due to ongoing construction. And our last day involved a boat trip and it was difficult to coordinate getting the tickets for the boat. That being said, it was an amazing trip and we would go again!

    What was the date of your tour?
    July 2024
    How many tours have you completed?
    This was the first one
    Difficulty (actual vs. expected)?
    Somewhat easier
    Who is this tour suitable for?
    First-time bike tourists, Solo travelers, Families with teens
    Do you recommend this tour?
    Yes
    Countries included in this tour?
    Germany
    • 5/5 Value
    • 5/5 Included meals
    • 4/5 Bikes + equipment
    • 5/5 Hotels or boat
    • 5/5 Scenery
    • 4/5 Ease of navigation
    • 4/5 Tour documents
    • 5/5 Local tour company services
    • 5/5 Route selection
  • Palermo's perfect piazzas and palazzos
    (5/5) John Presto 3 days ago

    Great way to experience a portion of Palermo and its history

    · Palermo Old Town Bike Tour

    Claudio was a great guide, providing information and a taste of a Sicilian food.

  • Lake Constance to Lake Maggiore
    (5/5) Jim and Linda LoBue 4 days ago

    A rewarding challenge

    · Lake Constance to Lake Maggiore

    We knew that the ride would be a challenge for us, especially the climbs, but with the efficiently working e-bike assistance, we were able to make it work and that was a reward in itself. We have done multiple Europe tours through BikeTours and this was the first time that we followed an online map app. It worked very well. We were disappointed when we first arrived and realized that there would not be an orientation meeting with a live person. But, with the printed instructions and the app, it worked smoothly. A number of times during the tour we saw on our phone screen that we had made a wrong turn and were able to quickly correct the mistake and stay on track. The hotels were all first rate, with the exception of Buchs, where the hotel was undergoing extensive rehab work and we had to walk through construction zones to get to our room. Our only real complaint about the hotels was, with the exception of the Lugano hotel, they had no air conditioning. At least a fan would have helped us sleep better. But overall they were very nice and we were treated with fine hospitality. The scenery and the sites were amazing. It was a wonderful break from the sweltering California summer heat.

    Countries included in this tour?
    Switzerland
    •  (photo by Jim and Linda LoBue)
    •  (photo by Jim and Linda LoBue)
    •  (photo by Jim and Linda LoBue)
    •  (photo by Jim and Linda LoBue)
    •  (photo by Jim and Linda LoBue)
  • Sweden’s West Coast
    (5/5) Bruce Mitchell 5 days ago

    Beautiful Tour of the west coast.

    · Sweden’s West Coast: Helsingborg to Gothenburg

    A wonderful way to explore the Swedish west coast. The bike trail is easy to follow, relatively flat, and was almost exclusively on a paved trail. The trail winds its way along the coastline, with distances between towns very manageable. We stayed in excellent accommodation with lots of time each day to explore. All in all a fantastic family bike trip.

    What was the date of your tour?
    July 2024
    How many tours have you completed?
    4
    Difficulty (actual vs. expected)?
    As expected
    Who is this tour suitable for?
    First-time bike tourists, Solo travelers, Families with teens
    Do you recommend this tour?
    Yes
    Countries included in this tour?
    Sweden
    • 4/5 Value
    • 4/5 Included meals
    • 5/5 Bikes + equipment
    • 4/5 Hotels or boat
    • 5/5 Scenery
    • 5/5 Ease of navigation
    • 5/5 Tour documents
    • 4/5 Local tour company services
    • 5/5 Route selection
  • Atlantic Coast of France
    (5/5) Richard Olson 5 days ago

    Enjoyable journey

    · Atlantic Coast of France

    Once you have seen the major tourist attractions in France, this is a great way to see and experience smaller towns and the Atlantic coastline. Many uncrowded beaches- this area is popular for French tourists but without the crush of international tourists. You will interact with many that speak relatively little English- for us, this made the trip more interesting.

    Our bikes were reliable, well-fitted, and well-tuned. We encountered no mechanical difficulties. (If you do get a flat tire, you are expected to know how to deal with it, which was fine with us.)

    The routing was excellent, with mostly car-free paths or single lane roads that had only farming-related (slow) vehicles. Mostly asphalt surfaces, occasional crushed limestone, and rarely dirt paths. Many options for stopping at excellent cafes or restaurants, including one place we found out (upon leaving) has a Michelin star. The north to south routing is desirable, as the scenery gets better each day. The routing app worked extremely well, but it was nice to also have the printed maps as a backup.

    Not crowded- there were a moderate number of other bikers, including some long distance riders (Norway to Spain).

    We enjoyed having our hotels chosen for us- this added an element of surprise and anticipation to each day. Accommodations were varied in style, but they were all outstanding- with excellent breakfasts, and located in nice towns with many restaurant options. Hotels all welcomed bike-tour customers (generally treated us like VIPs.)

    What was the date of your tour?
    July 2024
    How many tours have you completed?
    7
    Difficulty (actual vs. expected)?
    As expected
    Who is this tour suitable for?
    Families with teens
    Do you recommend this tour?
    Yes
    Countries included in this tour?
    France
    •  (photo by Richard Olson)
    •  (photo by Richard Olson)
    •  (photo by Richard Olson)
    •  (photo by Richard Olson)
    •  (photo by Richard Olson)
    •  (photo by Richard Olson)
    • 4/5 Value
    • 5/5 Included meals
    • 5/5 Bikes + equipment
    • 5/5 Hotels or boat
    • 4/5 Scenery
    • 5/5 Ease of navigation
    • 5/5 Tour documents
    • 5/5 Route selection
  • Danube Bike Path
    (5/5) Wei-Wei Huang 5 days ago

    Great experience.

    · Danube Bike Path 7 Nights (Classic)

    It was our first biking tour as a family. The bikes were in great condition. We had one loose handle bar that we were able to tighten. We never needed to pump for the whole trip. The views were fantastic and we had a lot of fun as a family, especially with two teenage boys. We loved the small towns along the way. Most hotels were great with wonderful views (we prefer local hotels). We will do more in the future. Thank you.

    Countries included in this tour?
    Austria, Germany
  • Discover the highlights and hidden gems of Warsaw
    (4/5) Oubrahem Mohamed 5 days ago

    My Dream

    · Warsaw Highlights Bike Tour

    The perfect experience of Warsaw.
    I love Poland, I love Sports, end I'm very happy.

    What was the date of your tour?
    October 2024
    Difficulty (actual vs. expected)?
    Somewhat harder
    Who is this tour suitable for?
    First-time bike tourists
    Do you recommend this tour?
    Yes
  • Best of Slovenia
    (5/5) Austin Bragg 6 days ago

    Brilliant Experience - well named tour!

    · Best of Slovenia: Highlights Across the Country From Bled to Piran

    One of the best travel experiences we've ever had. The itinerary was very well put together ensuring enough time to visit some of the most spectacular gems Slovenia has to offer. Accommodations were very very good too - a real mix which made things interesting i.e. not the same old each time. Bikes were great - the app was excellent which we relied on heavily esp getting in/out of larger towns/cities. All in all, an unforgettable experience.

    What was the date of your tour?
    July 2024
    How many tours have you completed?
    3
    Difficulty (actual vs. expected)?
    As expected
    Who is this tour suitable for?
    First-time bike tourists
    Countries included in this tour?
    Slovenia
    • 5/5 Value
    • 5/5 Included meals
    • 4/5 Bikes + equipment
    • 5/5 Hotels or boat
    • 5/5 Scenery
    • 5/5 Ease of navigation
    • 5/5 Tour documents
    • 5/5 Local tour company services
    • 5/5 Route selection
  • Amsterdam to Bruges on Magnifique III
    (5/5) Claudia Sanzone 7 days ago

    From, boat to bike experience excellent

    · · Amsterdam – Bruges by Bike and Boat – Magnifique III (and reverse)

    I was so impressed with accommodations. The food was generous and outstanding. Guides were great and bikes in tip top shape.
    We never felt overwhelmed with forty people as the guides knew how to organize the groups.

    What was the date of your tour?
    July
    Difficulty (actual vs. expected)?
    As expected
    Who is this tour suitable for?
    First-time bike tourists
    Do you recommend this tour?
    Yes
    Countries included in this tour?
    Belgium, Holland
    • 5/5 Value
    • 5/5 Included meals
    • 5/5 Bikes + equipment
    • 5/5 Hotels or boat
    • 5/5 Scenery
    • 5/5 Ease of navigation
    • 5/5 Tour documents
    • 5/5 Local tour company services
    • 5/5 Route selection
    • 5/5 Guides (if applicable)
  • Ascend Montenegro’s highest mountain pass
    (5/5) Mansi Talati 1 week ago

    Super fun tour around Zabljak

    · Sedlo Pass E-MTB Tour Zabljak

    The best way to explore Sedlo pass. It was a very well organized tour and our guide Strale was fantastic. He gave us breaks when we needed so we were comfortable. Also he clicked us pictures at all the view points we wanted. My first experience on a cycle tour was amazing. Highly recommended.

  • Norway's "King of the Fjords"
    (5/5) Sandy McFarren 1 week ago

    We fell in love with Norway

    · Bergen to Sognefjord: Cycle Norway's Greatest Landscapes

    Fjord Cycling could not have been better. Trip planning the food at Hotels conversations the flexibility were all five star

    Countries included in this tour?
    Norway
    •  (photo by Sandy McFarren)
    •  (photo by Sandy McFarren)
    •  (photo by Sandy McFarren)
  • UNESCO Sites of Albania
    (5/5) Paul Banken 1 week ago

    Awesome trip

    · UNESCO Sites of Albania

    I rarely post reviews but wanted to share my experience with a recent cycling tour; the 10 day UNESCO tour of Albania. The tour was led by Armand and Mario. It was a fantastic experience. The tour was well organized, really well run, fun, the country beautiful, the local people friendly, the food incredible and quite varied. Our group of 19 were from many countries but really bonded well. The last days ride was unnerving for some due to strong winds and large vehicles; but the sag van was usually close behind if someone wanted to take a break. Not everything went perfectly, but Armand’s upbeat, energetic, and positive attitude in quickly handling the issues made things go quite smoothly. All in all; one of the very best, most enjoyable tours I have taken out of the 20+ to date.

    Countries included in this tour?
    Albania
  • UNESCO Highlights of Dalmatia by E-bike and Boat
    (5/5) Joachim Graf 1 week ago

    I could go around the world this way.

    · · UNESCO Highlights of Dalmatia by E-bike and Boat

    I could byke around the world this way. Every day a nice surprise behind a Hill. Gourgeous trip!

    What was the date of your tour?
    July 2024
    Difficulty (actual vs. expected)?
    Somewhat harder
    Who is this tour suitable for?
    First-time bike tourists
    Do you recommend this tour?
    Yes
    Countries included in this tour?
    Croatia
    • 5/5 Value
    • 5/5 Included meals
    • 5/5 Bikes + equipment
    • 5/5 Hotels or boat
    • 5/5 Scenery
    • 5/5 Ease of navigation
    • 5/5 Tour documents
    • 5/5 Local tour company services
    • 5/5 Guides (if applicable)
  • Bike beyond the ordinary
    (5/5) Daven Gee 1 week ago

    Biking in Berlin is the best!

    · Alternative Berlin Bike Tour

    We did the Alternative Berlin your and loved it, seeing, learning and enjoying so much with our great guide and fellow riders.

  • Danube Cycle Path
    (5/5) Jesus Edgar Albo Dominguez 1 week ago

    One of the Bucket List!

    · Danube Cycle Path Passau – Budapest

    The hotels were great, the app very easy and useful. The program was really good.

    Countries included in this tour?
    Austria, Germany, Hungary, Slovakia
    • The end! (photo by Jesus Edgar Albo Dominguez)
    •  (photo by Jesus Edgar Albo Dominguez)