Europe Bicycling and Walking Tours with VBT

The Tuscan Coast

10 Days
Daily Biking: 2 - 5 hr
Small Groups: 20

Florence
Castiglione
Rome

The exquisite beauty of Tuscany’s coastline and the Tyrrhenian Sea unfold before you as we cycle along breathtakingly scenic routes including the Strada del Vino, one of the most beautiful wine roads in Italy.

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Tuscany by the Sea

10 Days
Daily Biking: 2 - 5 hr
Small Groups: 20

Orvieto
Giglio Island
Rome

Discover by bike where Tuscany pours into the Tyrrhenian Sea, tranquility washes over Italy’s unspoiled Maremma region and Italian hospitality overflows in ancient towns and at locally-owned agriturismi.

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Puglia: Italy’s Undiscovered Coast

10 Days
Daily Biking: 2 - 4 hr
Small Groups: 20

Alberobello
Salent
Lecce

Cycle along stunning coastal roads overlooking the Adriatic Sea and discover a different side of Italy, where local life moves at a gentle pace. Along the way we’ll learn about local culture through home-hosted meals, olive-oil tastings and a visit to the iconic trulli houses of Alberobello, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

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Italy: Cycling the Dolomite Valleys

10 Days
Daily Biking: 2 - 5 hr
Small Groups: 20

Venice
Cortina d’Ampezzo
Verona

Easy cycling and dramatic alpine scenery are combined on this one-of-a-kind journey through the valleys of the Dolomite mountains of northern Italy.

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Sicily: Biking the Southern Coastal Villages

10 Days
Daily Biking: 2 - 5 hr
Small Groups: 20

Ragusa
Modica
Noto

Pedal back in time on the Mediterranean island of Sicily courted by Greeks, refined by Romans and influenced by Moors to develop its own distinct, Italian flavor. Join us and discover Sicily at a slower pace, from the footstep of Mt Etna to the shores of the Ionian Sea.

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Tuscan Hill Towns by Bike

10 Days
Daily Biking: 3 - 6 hr
Small Groups: 20

Florence
Chianti
Rome

Medieval masterpieces like San Gimignano and Siena await you on this delightful cycling adventure in the Tuscan hills that produce some of Italy’s most famous red wines.

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Italy: The Quiet Pathways of Tuscany

10 Days
Daily Walking: 2 - 5 hr
Small Groups: 20

Siena
Chianti
Montalcino

Experience the legendary landscapes of Tuscany on foot as well as sample the region’s celebrated wines and savor fresh, flavorful Tuscan cuisine while staying in converted monasteries in Pienza and Siena, two Tuscan jewels.

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La Bella Toscana: Lucca, Montecatini and Pisa

10 Days
Daily Biking: 2 - 4 hr
Small Groups: 20

Florence
Lucca
Pisa

Cycle along the Serchio and Arno rivers and through quaint villages in the heart of Northwest Tuscany. Along the way we’ll stop to enjoy the thermal spas of Montecatini and visit the hometown of Leonardo da Vinci

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Lake Garda to Venice: Cycling Italy’s Veneto

10 Days
Daily Biking: 2 - 5 hr
Small Groups: 20

Verona
San Martino della Battaglia
Venice

Join us in the Veneto region of Italy and cycle from Lake Garda to Venice through the rolling hills, limestone cliffs, citrus groves and quaint villages that shape the beauty of this region that inspired native son Andrea Palladio to create some of the most beautiful architecture the world has ever known.

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The Amalfi Coast & Capri

10 Days
Daily Walking: 2 - 5 hr
Small Groups: 20

Pompeii
Capri
Positano

Few places can rival the dramatic beauty of the Amalfi Coast and Capri, an enchanting region where walking trails like the iconic Path of the Gods give way to panoramic views of rugged mountains plunging into the Mediterranean Sea. Off the trail we’ll visit the ruins of Pompeii and visit scenic seaside towns like Positano and Ravello.

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Walking the Italian Lakes

10 Days
Daily Walking: 2 - 4 hr
Small Groups: 20

Bellagio
Stresa
Orta San Giulio

Stroll the scenic shores of Italy’s Lake District including Como, Maggiore and Orta and explore their opulent Renaissance villas. Along the way we’ll pause to savor the acclaimed wines and cuisine of Piedmont and Lombardy.

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The Czech Republic, Germany & Austria

10 Days
Daily Biking: 2 - 4 hr
Small Groups: 20

Prague
Bavaria
Vienna

The heart of Central Europe is revealed on an itinerary that touches three distinct countries as we bike through scenic landscapes from Sumava National Park to the banks of the Danube. We’ll also discover the rich history of Cesky Krumlov—a UNESCO World Heritage site—Prague and Passau.

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Walking Austria, Germany & the Czech Republic: A Bohemian Rhapsody

10 Days
Daily Walking: 2 - 5 hr
Small Groups: 20

Salzburg
Tabor
Prague

Discover the distinctive cultures of three countries through their language, unique food and friendly natives. We’ll also enjoy nature walks along Austria’s Lake Wolfgang, stroll the world’s longest treetop walk in Bavarian Forest National Park, and learn about local history on a guided tour of Prague.

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Spain: Under the Andalusian Sky

10 Days
Daily Biking: 2 - 5 hr
Small Groups: 20

Seville
Cordoba
Granada

Here in the sunny south of Spain, we’ll embrace the nation’s diverse heritage through visits to Christian cathedrals that once stood as Moorish mosques and by enjoying the region’s varying cuisine.

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Spain: A Walking Tour of Basque Country

10 Days
Daily Walking: 2 - 5 hr
Small Groups: 20

San Sebastian
Bidania
Hondarribia

Spanning the border between two nations, framed by the soaring Pyrenees and the Bay of Biscay, the autonomous region of Spain known simply as Basque Country offers spellbinding landscapes, superlative cuisine and warm, welcoming—and intensely proud—people.

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Croatia: The Dalmatian Islands

10 Days
Daily Biking: 2 - 5 hr
Small Groups: 20

Bol
Jelsa
Split

Long revered for its fascinating history, stunning scenery and mild climate, Croatia awaits your discovery. We’ll bike along two picturesque Adriatic islands—Brac and Hvar, one of the world’s ten most beautiful islands according to Conde Nast—and explore medieval villages, visit a unique stone-cutting school in Pucisca, and see lingering Venetian influences in quaint fishing towns.

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Slovenia, Austria & Italy

10 Days
Daily Biking: 2 - 4 hr
Small Groups: 20

Tarvisio
Lake Bled
Wörthersee Lake

Join us as we cycle easy bike routes through three spectacular countries where alpine splendor, pristine lakes such as Lake Bled and Worthesee Lake, and a tranquil mountain lifestyle converge.

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Lake Constance: Germany, Austria & Switzerland

10 Days
Daily Biking: 2 - 5 hr
Small Groups: 20

Munich
Friedrichshafen
Constance

Easy bike paths guide us through charming towns framed by soaring, snow-capped peaks and a vast glistening lake that connects three countries in this overlooked corner of Europe.

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Berlin to Dresden: Hidden Gems of Eastern Germany

10 Days
Daily Biking: 2 - 5 hr

Berlin
Potsdam
Dresden

Gently pedal along easy bike paths through a beautiful region of Germany you never knew existed. We’ll take in the wonders of this area from Sanssouci Park and the Meissen Porcelain Factory to the UNESCO wetland ecosystem of the Spreewald and the breathtaking Karst mountains in Swiss-Saxony.

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Hungary & Slovakia: The Best of the Danube

10 Days
Daily Biking: 2 - 4 hr
Small Groups: 20

Bratislava
Szentendre
Budapest

Cycle into the Old World on this unique active vacation where we’ll crisscross the fabled Danube river to pedal amidst undulating farmlands and traditional Hungarian and Slovakian villages and stay at two of the Leading Small Hotels of the World.

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Poland: Cycling through the Old World

10 Days
Daily Biking: 2 - 4 hr
Small Groups: 20

Sandomierz
Niepolomice Forest
Wieliczka

Welcome to Poland where the gentle Vistula River, charming villages and storybook forests frame our cycling routes. Enjoy a tour of the fascinating chambers and tunnels of the Wieliczka Salt Mines—a UNESCO World Heritage Site—and meet gracious locals who welcome us with open arms…and open bottles.

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Ireland: Galway & Connemara Coast

10 Days
Daily Biking: 2 - 5 hr
Small Groups: 20

Galway
Connemara
Dublin

Discover the unique landscapes, ancient roots and colorful people of Ireland the best way—by bicycle—on this sweep of the country’s west coast, including The Burren, The Cliffs of Moher, the Aran Islands and Connemara.

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Ireland: Walking the West Country

10 Days
Daily Walking: 2 - 5 hr
Small Groups: 20

Cork
Killarney
Kinsale

Join VBT for an unforgettable, in-depth look at the Emerald Isle’s most splendid scenery during invigorating walks in Killarney and along the Kerry Way. Off the trail we’ll delight in the warmth and wit of the famously friendly locals and share a toast over a pint. Slainte!

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Provence: The Alpilles

10 Days
Daily Biking: 2 - 5 hr
Small Groups: 20

Aix-en-Provence
Pont du Gard
Avignon

Travel by bike and be inspired by Provence’s scenic rolling hills blanketed by vineyards that date back to ancient Rome and along the Rhône River to the Pont du Gard, an ancient Roman aqueduct and UNESCO World Heritage site. We’ll also learn about Avignon, a city once cherished by popes, and how the commune of Saint-Remy was the muse for van Gogh’s Post-Impressionist masterpiece, Starry Night.

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France: Slow Road through Provence

10 Days
Daily Walking: 2 - 5 hr
Small Groups: 20

Gordes
Avignon
Aix-en-Provence

The natural splendor of Provence proved endlessly inspiring for Cezanne and van Gogh—and will surely stir our senses too. Join us to stroll through fragrant fields in the foothills of the Alpilles mountains and along ancient streets in picturesque villages like Les Baux and St. Remy.

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Bicycling France: Normandy & Brittany

10 Days
Daily Biking: 2 - 4 1/2 hr
Small Groups: 20

Paris
Saint-Malo
Mont Saint-Michel

History abounds on this biking vacation that visits the now-tranquil WW II beaches like Omaha and Arromanches, rendered famous by D-Day; Cancale, the home of Louis IVX’s favorite oysters; Saint-Malo, the legendary “City of Corsairs”; and Mont Saint-Michel, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

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Loire Valley

10 Days
Daily Biking: 2 - 4 1/2 hr
Small Groups: 20

Paris
Chambord
Chenonceau

Join us on this cycling reverie through of the Loire Valley with its fairytale chateaux including the Chateau de Chambord and Chateau de Chenonceau, elegant gardens, medieval splendor, and renowned wines.

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Bicycling Bordeaux & the River Dordogne

10 Days
Daily Biking: 2 - 5 hr
Small Groups: 20

St. Emilion
Castillon la Bataille
Bordeaux

A perfect cycling vacation awaits you along the fertile banks of the Dordogne River, home to some of the finest vintages in the world, sumptuous cuisine, and thrilling pastoral bikeways.

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Burgundy: The Wine Route

10 Days
Daily Biking: 2 1/2 - 4 1/2 hr
Small Groups: 20

Lyon
Dijon
Paris

Relics of the former Duchy of Burgundy abound as we cycle along scenic canals and in-between vineyards on the Route des Grands Crus between Lyon and Dijon in this storied corner of France.

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Holland in Springtime Bike & Barge

11 Days
Daily Biking: 2 -4 hr
Small Groups: 24

Amsterdam
Keukenhof
Gouda

Nothing quite beats a visit to the Netherlands in spring, when the country’s legendary tulip fields burst forth in a kaleidoscope of colors and the Keukenhof flower park and Aalsmeer flower auction are at their peak. Join us and explore Holland on a private canal barge complete with an attentive crew.

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Holland and Belgium Bike & Barge: Amsterdam

12 Days
Daily Biking: 2 - 4 hr
Small Groups: 24

Bruges
Antwerp
Amsterdam

Flat cycling routes and wistful waterways guide us through these lands of medieval and natural splendor from two vantage points—by bike and by private canal barge— where rustic windmills dot a dreamy countryside punctuated by inviting villages such as Bruges and Ghent.

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Holland and Belgium Bike & Barge: Brussels

12 Days
Daily Biking: 2 - 4 hr
Small Groups: 24

Bruges
Antwerp
Amsterdam

Flat cycling routes and wistful waterways guide us through these lands of medieval and natural splendor from two vantage points—by bike and by private canal barge— where rustic windmills dot a dreamy countryside punctuated by inviting villages such as Bruges and Ghent.

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Heart of Europe Bike & Barge: Metz to Cochem

12 Days
Daily Biking: 2 - 4 hr
Small Groups: 24

Germany
France
Luxembourg

Our private barge navigates past the vineyard-lined banks of the Moselle at the most leisurely pace, and our bicycle routes reveal the most intimate side of this cherished sliver of Europe touching Germany, Luxembourg and France.

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Heart of Europe Bike & Barge: Cochem to Metz

12 Days
Daily Biking: 2 - 4 hr
Small Groups: 24

Germany
France
Luxembourg

Our private barge navigates past the vineyard-lined banks of the Moselle at the most leisurely pace, and our bicycle routes reveal the most intimate side of this cherished sliver of Europe touching Germany, Luxembourg and France.

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Heart of France Bike & Barge: Montargis – Paris

11 Days
Daily Biking: 1 1/2 - 5 hr
Small Groups: 20

Paris
Fontainebleau
Nemours

Explore an unforgettable microcosm of French culture and history, the Île de France. It’s a region best savored slowly, which is why we’ll drift along its tranquil canals on our private barge and pedal through fabled forests and into tidy artists’ enclaves. We’ll begin in Paris and visit the Chateau of Fontainbleau, a UNESCO site, along the way.

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Heart of France Bike & Barge: Paris – Montargis

11 Days
Daily Biking: 1 1/2 - 5 hr
Small Groups: 20

Paris
Fontainebleau
Barbizon

Explore an unforgettable microcosm of French culture and history, the Île de France. It’s a region best savored slowly, which is why we’ll drift along its tranquil canals on our private barge and pedal through fabled forests and into tidy artists’ enclaves. We’ll begin in Paris and visit the Chateau of Fontainbleau, a UNESCO site, along the way.

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