Lake Constance  Bike Tour Reviews (page 9)

  • Aare Cycle Route
    (5/5) Dusty August 30, 2019

    Fun Way to See Switzerland

    · Aare Cycle Route: Along the Jura, Aare, and Rhine Rivers

    We enjoyed seeing Switzerland up close. Bike routes very well marked. The little towns were charming. We experienced beautiful scenery and very friendly people.

    What was the date of your tour?
    August, 2019
    How many tours have you completed?
    5
    Difficulty (actual vs. expected)?
    As expected
    Who is this tour suitable for?
    Solo travelers, First-time bike tourists, Families with teens
    Do you recommend this tour?
    Yes
    Countries included in this tour?
    Switzerland
    • Enjoying the Alps (photo by Dusty)
    • Picnic Lunch in the Lauterbrunnen Valley (photo by Dusty)
    • Many Swans on the River (photo by Dusty)
    • Ice Ceam Spaghetti! (photo by Dusty)
    • Riding Through the Woods (photo by Dusty)
    • Segway Tour In Zürich (photo by Dusty)
    • 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
  • Highlights of the Swiss Rhine
    (5/5) Merilyn Regan October 13, 2024

    Sensational Switzerland

    · Highlights of the Swiss Rhine: Lake Constance to Basel

    Absolutely an incredible experience, extremely well organised and everything taken care of. Could not have ask for anything more. Accomodation was all very good, bikes in fantastic condition and all the required information was presented in an easy to understand and work way - highly recommend Bike Tours and will definitely be booking another bike tour

    Countries included in this tour?
    Switzerland
  • Lake Constance to Lake Maggiore
    (5/5) (Nancy) Bart Hemmerich July 24, 2023

    Quaint Swiss Villages Among Majestic Alps

    · Lake Constance to Lake Maggiore

    After having just completed the Romantic Roads Tour, this tour was a perfect contrast - more focus on geography including huge glacial lakes, wide river basins, steep hillside farms and villages, and jagged Alp peaks with snow fields. This was a more challenging tour with added factors like very high temperatures a few days and very strong headwinds. Some of the gravel sections, particularly between Chur and Disentis were very tough for touring bikes so we have already suggested a road option. Hotels, restaurants and overall route were outstanding.

    What was the date of your tour?
    July 2023
    How many tours have you completed?
    6 organized tours, many self-supported
    Difficulty (actual vs. expected)?
    As expected
    Do you recommend this tour?
    Yes
    Countries included in this tour?
    Switzerland
    • 5/5 Value
    • 5/5 Included meals
    • 5/5 Hotels or boat
    • 5/5 Scenery
    • 5/5 Ease of navigation
    • 5/5 Tour documents
    • 5/5 Route selection
  • (5/5) Jim and Linda LoBue July 22, 2024

    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)
  • (5/5) Susanne & Nate Graham 5 months ago

    Did not disappoint

    · Lake Constance to Lake Maggiore

    What a great way to experience Switzerland! The overall experience was excellent and we enjoyed the variety of sceneries and hotels. We were definitely grateful to have had e-bikes.

    Countries included in this tour?
    Switzerland
    • The bike path was mostly level and rich with views and serenity. (photo by Susanne & Nate Graham)
    • One of our favorite hotel stays. (photo by Susanne & Nate Graham)
    • The weather was perfect. (photo by Susanne & Nate Graham)
    • We are both in our 60’s and love biking in Europe! (photo by Susanne & Nate Graham)