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- ★★★★★ Anna
Beautiful Ride through Switzerland
Swiss Lakes by E-bike: Lake Geneva to Lake Lucerne
We had a fantastic trip and a great experience with BikeTours.com. We had to adjust our original trip due to a death in the family and BikeTours was wonderful to quickly re-schedule everything so that we didn’t have to cancel our trip. We also requested to leave our bikes in Interlaken for a few days so that we could spend a few days hiking in the Lauterbrunnen Valley (HIGHLY recommended) and BikeTours was very accommodating and booked the extra hotels in Murren and Grindlewald for us (hint: skip the crowded Grindlewald and stay in Wengen instead). Our hotel in Interlaken was downgraded due to the short re-scheduling notice, but we were just happy to be able to take the trip. We highly recommend this trip AND Bike Tours.com!
- What was the date of your tour?
- September 2026
- How many tours have you completed?
- 2
- 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?
- Switzerland
BikeTours.com staff reply from Staff member
Anna,
Wow, those photos are absolutely stunning! Thank you so much for your glowing review. We’re so glad to hear that you enjoyed your tour!
Bozena
- ★★★★★ Robin OS
First Bike trip
Bicycle Paths of the Dolomites (based in one hotel)
We went the self guided route and the Dailey online maps worked great. The hotel was superb and the 6 course dinners outstanding. Excellent staff both hotel and Funacrive
- What was the date of your tour?
- September 2026
- 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?
- Italy
- ★★★★★ Patty L.
Octopedalers GiveThumbs Up!
Danube Bike Path 7 Nights (Classic)
A gorgeous, scenic Bike Tour with excellent accommodations and great food! The path is as they say, flat and paved, though there are a few ups and downs when going in and out of the towns. Highly recommend!
- ★★★★★ Kay Huth
Emilia Romagna
A Taste of Italy: Emilia-Romagna
Great way to experience the region. Adding a Cesarine cooking class personalized the cultural experience. Since the Agriturismo spot in Reggio Emilia is pretty isolated, one recommendation would be to shorten the stay there to one night and perhaps add another city enroute.
- What was the date of your tour?
- September 2026
- How many tours have you completed?
- 4
- Difficulty (actual vs. expected)?
- As expected
- Who is this tour suitable for?
- First-time bike tourists, Families with teens
- Do you recommend this tour?
- Yes
- Countries included in this tour?
- Italy
- ★★★★★ Dave H.
Amazing coastline and scenic tour
Vicentine Coast of Portugal & Algarve
This was far better than anything we could have wished for. Each destination was amazing and the tour guides were excellent. We stayed in some amazing places off the beaten track. This is a must do. Great combination of pleasure and challenges.
- Countries included in this tour?
- Portugal
- ★★★★★ Roxanne Hughes
Fabulous vacation experience
Wine & Cuisine in Girona's Emporda Plain
We had a great time cycling around the Catalonia region of Spain. Bike tours was great at helping us get set up and ensuring that our luggage arrived at our next location on time.
- Countries included in this tour?
- Spain
- ★★★★★ Doug G
One of my best tours ever!
Tauern Bike Path (Salzburg-Salzburg)
This was a self-guided tour. Bikes provided. Bikes were of good construction, 20spd disc brakes and mostly sufficient. We had to walk up hills a few times although the vast majority of the route was along the river or riding downhill. However you will want to train for this ride and it is not for beginners unless you go electric. Highlights were the constant incredible views, cute Austrian villages with delicious bakeries. Flowers on the homes were extraordinary and the hotel accommodations and food were top notch!
- What was the date of your tour?
- September 2026
- How many tours have you completed?
- More than 10 but first with bike tours.com
- Difficulty (actual vs. expected)?
- As expected
- Who is this tour suitable for?
- Solo travelers, Families with teens
- Do you recommend this tour?
- Yes
- Countries included in this tour?
- Austria
- ★★★★★ Karen C
A wonderful introduction to the Dolomites region
Dolomites to Trieste via Lake Bled at the Foot of the Julian Alps
Before this trip, I didn’t realize you could cross national borders of Italy, Austria, Slovenia with no hassle by bike. It was pretty awesome to be in and out of 3 countries in one day of this tour. To whoever rated the scenery of this trip as 3 out of 5, they need to get their goggles checked because it was stunning when we went mid September. The weather was a bit chilly and foggy in the morning when we started our trip in the mountains, but by the time we ended up closer to Trieste, it was closer to summery.
If you fly into VCE, make sure you arrive before 2pm to be able to make the one Cortina express bus that will go to Dobbiaco each day! I made the mistake of a cheaper flight that arrived later at 7pm and got stuck paying extra money to stay in Venice overnight and paid for the extra night in Dobbiaco for nothing and couldn’t get a refund because it was a double occupancy and my roommate would be using the room.
My only complaint was with the “upgraded” gravel bike and pannier provided by the local tour company Fun Active Tours. I was not present upon pickup day to contest this with the company, so my group member got my bike on my behalf. The seatpost literally had to be cut to accommodate my 5’2” stature, so it was lucky that her bike seatpost was also too tall for her and she caught the issue on my bike by proxy.
Once I was present to see my “upgraded” gravel bike, there were a couple issues off the bat:
1. the two bottle cages were setup in the wrong bolt holes so that if you had a bottle in one cage, it would negate the other cage. Total rookie bike shop mistake that should have been spotted right away.
2. the rear rack pannier bag clips were setup in a very specific position that was not correct for the rack on my bike. Another bike shop mistake that should have been corrected for pickup.
3. The air pressure on the bike was way below the recommended amount listed on the sidewall of the tires 50 PSI and was discovered after a cursory hand squeeze - this is literally bike ABC’s and also should have been topped off for pickup. Thank god Fun Active had a place in Dobbiaco to go for air because after that there was no bike pump at any of the hotels to check on the air pressure until day 6 in Gradisca d’Isonzo / Hotel Franz which was a legit bike hotel with a repair tool stand and tool setup.
4. There was a klick fix front bag mounted to the handle bars that completely crimped the front cabling underneath
- ★★★★★ Delaney group (4)
Delaney group of 4
Greece: The Peloponnese Peninsula
The gps files were accurate, helpful and complete. The routes were scenic and the downhills were challenging.
The hotels were clean and comfortable (hotel in Vytina was very old and tired) and our luggage was moved efficiently.
We were very disappointed with the number of flats our group had - 11 in all! We are very experienced cyclists and this number of flats is highly unusual. We note that two other groups (who booked through Arcas Travel) riding the same route, experienced the same number of flats even though they were riding heavier e-bikes. We all think the tires on the bikes were too worn. We ended up having to pay Arcas for extra bike tubes as they wouldn't cover the cost! Arcas was responsive to all of our issues.
On day 1, one of our bikes had a mechanical issue in that the lowest gear was not accessible. This made for a difficult day due to all of the hills. Another of our bikes had rear brakes that squealed. An Arcas rep fixed the problem at the end of the day.
The driver who handled our transfer (George?) from Athens to Vytina was 1 hr. and 40 minutes late! He also drove 30 kms below the speed limit and forgot his transponder. This meant that we arrived late in Vytina and by the time we receive our bikes etc, it was dinner time, so we didn't get to see the town.
- What was the date of your tour?
- September 2026
- How many tours have you completed?
- 8
- Difficulty (actual vs. expected)?
- Somewhat harder
- Do you recommend this tour?
- Yes
- Countries included in this tour?
- Greece
- ★★★★★ Rebecca
Gorgeous scenery
Dolomites to Trieste via Lake Bled at the Foot of the Julian Alps
My friends and I had a great time on this tour. The scenery was wonderful and the route was interesting. We especially enjoyed our time in Slovenia. The weather in mid-September was very good. Overall the tour logistics went smoothly, with just a few small issues (one area where navigation was confusing, one delayed bus/train transfer, and one delayed luggage transfer). The hotels were generally good, with very good breakfasts. We arrived a day early to hike Tre Cime di Lavaredo, which I would recommend. We also hiked the Vintgar Gorge near Bled. The "long route" via Udine was worth the extra miles. On the last day we took the coastal route, which did have some traffic but I found that it was worth it for the views and the stop at Miramare Castle.
- ★★★★★ Dan Quigley
Amazing Trip!
Best of Slovenia: Highlights Across the Country From Bled to Piran
We just returned from this adventure (September 5-16, 2026) and can’t speak highly enough of the people and sights of Slovenia we experienced! We did the self-guided version of the trip and here are our thoughts and recommendations:
CONS - The only slightly negative comment we have is that the hybrid Trek bikes we selected were too heavy and not geared well for some of the hills we encountered. We are experienced cyclists from Colorado and used to steep terrain but not on bikes with kick stands and fenders! We would recommend either e-bikes or requesting upgrades to true road/bikes to more thoroughly enjoy this beautiful country.
PROS:
The local bike tour operator did and outstanding job with all aspects of our trip. The GUIBO app that they use was excellent with only a couple of instances where the audio direction didn’t match the mapped route on the screen. Lots of route info including sights as well as elevation profiles.The hotels were consistently great and varied from a small family run hotel with 5 rooms to a large chain hotel (M Hotel in Ljubljana). The breakfasts all had many options including some vegan choices for my partner. As mentioned in other reviews, the M Hotel is a mile or so from the historic city center but is a nice walk in good weather and an easy bus ride in rainy weather like we had that day.
The food was outstanding and we never lacked for local cuisine favorites including pastas, pizzas and wine!
The route that TO selected highlighted amazing sights of Slovenia including Lakes Bled and Bohinj, Pradjema castle, Postojna and Skojanska caves and the beautiful city of Piran on the coast.
The best part of our trip were the generous, warm people of Slovenia. In every town or city, we encountered people who offered a genuine, welcoming spirit and an obvious love for their country. We will definitely return to this wonderful country!
- What was the date of your tour?
- September 2026
- How many tours have you completed?
- 3
- Difficulty (actual vs. expected)?
- Somewhat harder
- Who is this tour suitable for?
- First-time bike tourists, Solo travelers
- Do you recommend this tour?
- Yes
- Countries included in this tour?
- Slovenia
- ★★★★★ Pam
Survived and more
Emerald Tour of Slovenia’s Gems
Self guided - loved the freedom. Saw a side of Slovenia we otherwise would not. So many hills! Only issue was my initial bike was too small (and was changed before we left) and my male partner was given a women's bike (large) which was too small. Received in Ljubljana and the person issuing did not notice. We realised after a couple of days and by then too late to do anything. It was weekend.
- What was the date of your tour?
- September
- 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?
- Slovenia
- ★★★★★ Fred OLeary
Fabulous cycling holiday in Albania
Cycling Albania from the Mountains to the Ionian Sea
Wonderful introduction to Albania. Trip was extremely well planned Elvis and Klerd were extremely helpful, knowledgeable and caring. They clearly love their country and are proud to share it., Albania is incredibly safe and we never had to lock our bikes or worry about them being taken ( unlike many European countries we have been to). Accommodation and food was first class. The Ionian coast is a must.
- What was the date of your tour?
- September 2026
- How many tours have you completed?
- 3
- Difficulty (actual vs. expected)?
- Somewhat harder
- Who is this tour suitable for?
- Solo travelers, Families with teens
- Do you recommend this tour?
- Yes
- Countries included in this tour?
- Albania
- ★★★★★ Maggie Stapleton
Fabulous trip full of variety!
Dolomites to Trieste via Lake Bled at the Foot of the Julian Alps
We chose this trip partially due to the high star rating (and quantity) of the reviews, and I'm happy to report it lived up to the hype.
We began in the picturesque, mountainous town of Dobbiaco in the Dolomites and booked an extra night at the beginning of the trip in order to take a bus to do the Tre Cime Hike before starting the bike tour. Once the biking began, we rode our way through beautiful valleys (2 almost entirely flat days in Austria!) with stunning views all around. Getting into Slovenia was hillier, but rewarding. us with some of the most beautiful water in Slovenia. We did the 1-night Bled stay, and maximized our activities by booking a 3:20pm entry into the Vintgar Gorge, which was easy to get to directly from our bike route. After we left Slovenia, we were in Italy for the remainder of the trip and enjoyed more great variety of scenery (farmlands) with moderate elevation gain and took the coastal route into Trieste, enjoying the views of the Adriatic as we concluded the trip.
Main positive notes:
1) Overall, the FunActive App worked very well for navigation and the FunActive support phone number came in very handy when 2 people in my group got flat tires. I called and they immediately sent Google Map pins to the closest bike shops on our route, and offered reimbursement up to 35 euros for the repairs.
2) The hotels varied in quality and character, but were all very comfortable/hospitable with kind staff and provided excellent breakfasts.
3) Most people in my group requested (in advance) to rent gravel bikes and we found it to be well worth the extra charge, as the route does have some gravel sections. The bikes handled very well on the road and off. This tour is well-suited for intermediate cyclists to do on non-e-bikes, and seemed great for less-experienced cyclists to do on e-bikes.
4) The scenery was rarely less than stunning, even when the weather was cloudy!
A few cautionary points:
1) The amount of information (documents, info in the app, personal itinerary) sent to us prior to the tour was a little overwhelming and had some conflicting information (e.g. # of bags allowed per person for the daily luggage transfer, day/time for transfer points). Be sure to read everything carefully and ask questions to your BikeTours.com representative to clarify any discrepancies.
2) The FunActive staff was satisfactory when we picked up the bikes to help us get set up, but they did not go above and beyond with additional requests (e.g. to install SPD pedals that we brought; swap out saddles more comfortable ones).
3) This was my first time doing a tour which included transfers over mountain passes (Oberdrauberg Pass on Day 1, and from Bled to Most na Soci on Day 4). These were much appreciated to save energy and prevent some potentially dangerous riding, but it did require extra attention to our timing and schedule to make sure we were not late for the shuttles. SHOW MORE
- What was the date of your tour?
- September 2026
- How many tours have you completed?
- 3
- 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?
- Italy, Slovenia, Austria
- ★★★★★ Heidi Ward
An unforgettable bike trip through Czechia and Austria
Prague to Vienna via Cesky Krumlov
We had such a wonderful experience on this trip. Riding from Prague through the Czech countryside, along the former Iron Curtain, through wine country, and eventually into Austria was an incredible way to see this part of Europe.
The route was beautiful and gave us a mix of history, small villages, castles, countryside, and places we never would have experienced traveling by car. We especially loved having the freedom to ride at our own pace and explore along the way.
Communication and organization were very good, and when we needed help, we felt supported. Our bikes worked well and the daily routes were manageable while still feeling like a real adventure.
Some of the accommodations were definitely more basic than others, and there were a few we would not choose again, but overall that didn’t take away from how special the trip was.
This ended up being one of those trips we’ll talk about for years. If you enjoy cycling, history, beautiful countryside, and traveling a little differently, I would absolutely recommend it.
- What was the date of your tour?
- September 2026
- 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?
- Austria, Czech Republic
- ★★★★★ Polly M
Awesome ride!
Danube Bike Path 7 Nights (Classic)
Great way to see Austria and pleasant riding! Loved all the places we stayed, bikes were great for all day multiple day rides and our luggage arrived as stated!
- ★★★★★ Teresa Freitas
Best Bike trip
Dolomites to Venice Along the Old Dolomites Railway Track
The perfect bike trip.
Quiet beautiful routes.
Very well organized.
Hotels level as expected- What was the date of your tour?
- September 12
- How many tours have you completed?
- 4
- 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?
- Italy
- ★★★★★ Beth C
Wonderful way to see Albania
UNESCO Sites of Albania
My husband and I did the self-guided tour 9-day tour and really enjoyed our trip. The scenery is beautiful and the people were super friendly. The accomodations were varied, but great all around and interesting. The food and wine was spectactular (though only breakfasts were included)! The first few days were great biking and pretty empty roads. the last 4 days were on busier roads and some of the climbs were pretty epic. Drivers are pretty respectful of cyclists, and are used to roads slowing down for cows, sheep and bikers. Definitely not for the faint of heart, though you have all day to do the cycling and water and food (especially cherries in May) are readily available. If you are worried about the climbing, an electric bike would be recommended. Also, nine days is a lot of cycling, but definitely worth the effort!
- What was the date of your tour?
- May-June 2026
- How many tours have you completed?
- 1
- Difficulty (actual vs. expected)?
- Somewhat harder
- Who is this tour suitable for?
- Solo travelers, Families with teens
- Do you recommend this tour?
- Yes
- Countries included in this tour?
- Albania
- ★★★★★ Marcelo Santoni
Amazing
Bicycle Paths of the Dolomites (based in one hotel)
Everything was so good! Bikes, hotel, landscapes, food, small cities. Hotel Toblacherhof is very good
- What was the date of your tour?
- September 2026
- How many tours have you completed?
- One
- 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?
- Italy
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