| Reviews of Bike Tour Companies, Help with Planning Your Cycling Vacation in Europe, and Price Comparisons of Bicycle Tour Operators |
|
... VBT is a great value compared to many of the other groups. I bought the add-on which included my flight and 3 extra days, and the price couldn't be beat.. - CSS, Ft. Collins, CO We LOVED our tour leaders. They were very knowledgeable and accommodating. But it was surprising how many of our fellow riders used the van a lot. Out of a group of 13, there were only two other strong riders. - DH & HH, San Jose, CA ... We had a wide range of riders, from novice to very experienced. All got to bike at the level they enjoyed. Food, accomodations and bike rides were seamlessly arranged and pleasing to all. - Elizabeth S., Orlando, FL The trip itinerary was good, but guides seemed tired of their job, some days I never saw them that would have been okay if I could trust the written maps, they were wrong several times. - Christie, Manhattan Beach, CA They provided lots of activities on top of just the bike riding, which was fun and helps the group bond together. Even though they said it was intermediate, most days we did surprisingly short rides of only about 25 miles, so we didn't cover as much as I'd hoped. Next time I'll choose one of their more challenging trips. - John G, San Diego I thought I would save money and buy the plane ticket through VBT. What a mistake! We had two layovers, and one was for 5 hours! I suggest finding out the entire itinerary of your flight before booking it with them. - David S, Hollywood, CA Great tour, great price, with great leaders, and wonderful support. We loved the fact that there were other things to do besides bike. We had an optional hike on one day, right along our bike ride, and kayaking on an other day, as well as an included boat tour. - Barbara & Jim, Bridport, Vermont Be very careful when booking airfare with VBT. Lost luggage on both ends of trip resulted from too many stops in flight to Italy. (30 hrs from Baltimore.) we received info re: flights too late to change itinerary. Flight schedule was terrible! - Lisa Silver Spring, MD After
ten Backroads trips, I tried VBT. I had the time of my life
with VBT! Accomodations were wonderful. Food was great! The
guides were the best! I did the We went to Ireland with VBT last year and found the trip to be very enjoyable and worth every penny. The acomodations were very good and a good value for what we paid. The guides were knowledgeable and even tho it was the end of the season gave us extra service and caring. The routes were very good and although some of our group had problems with their air routes we did not and found the air connections to be very good. Excellent value - great trip. - Rosie T., Denver, CO I toured Sicily with VBT and had a wonderful time. I would, however, have enjoyed more time and distance cycling. Most days rides were about a half a day or less. The guides were incredible and even topped of our water bottles with a slice of lemon each morning. It was a great trip with a well thought out itinerary and amazing hotels. The group was mostly retirees, except for myself and one other couple. - Roger, Sacramento, CA This was truly the vacation of a lifetime! Our tour guides were great fun and provided wonderful service too. The lunch visit to the olive oil producer was full of local color and flavor, with the owner giving a presentation about harvesting olives from his 500 year old trees, and making great olive oil. The tour was full of local color and not at all commercialized. Our local guides really made the experience fun. Having the airfare included was a help, and we really enjoyed the pre and post trip optional extensions in Florence and Rome. We can't wait to go back! - Michelle George, Livermore, CA We've done 5 VBT trips and have yet to be disappointed with any aspect of their tours. Inclusive airfare is a great value and accomodations have been first rate. We rate their guides as better or far superior to other bike tour company's. Travel companions have generally been in their 50s/60s with the ocassional family that brings college-age children along. They offer incredibly great European trip choices. - Ross H., Springfield, IL This was my letter to the President of VBT 10/15/10 Dear Mr. Marston, I just came off your last Tuscany by the Sea trip and I would be remiss if I did not write to tell you how this trip totally exceeded my expectations. First of all I must commend the clock work precision of your staff as both my partner and I were treated first class all the way, never having to wait for a connection or anything organizational on your part. We were greeted by a nice lady at the Rome airport who whisked us to a private car that drove us to the door step of our hotel in Orvieto. Perfect. The reverse was true on the way out....excellent. Our trip was composed of mostly professional people from across our country and everyone had a great time. We were among the few 'bicycle tour' first timers but were told by others, right off the bat, that VBT tours were outstanding and indeed we can now concur. Elana Spalenza & Elana Fossati could not have been more helpful, good natured, professional, warm and engaging. - Karen Berwick, Orange, CT |
| Home
. Comparison Chart . Company Reviews .
What the Tour Companies Won't Tell You ... Regional Operators . Other Bike Sites . Submit a Review . Site Map . Contact Us . Blog |
|