I LOVED this vacation. I am an avid biker; my husband is not; and we both enjoyed the levels of activity and flexibility. The vineyards and villages were amazing to see, especially by bicycle. Jean and Jean Francois took care of our every need, and the accommodations were wonderful. What's not to like?
Switzerland
Couldn't be better.
Jenny H, Plymouth, MN, United States
Switzerland, Germany & France: The Black Forest & the Alsace Wine Route
Best views of France's Alsace Region
This trip was better than anticipated. We expected a great time, but this was outstanding in service, leadership and bike friendliness.
Meadows Two, New Meadows, ID, USA
Switzerland, Germany & France: The Black Forest & the Alsace Wine Route
Immersion in the unforgettable Alps
This was one of our top VBT bike trips. The Alps are stunning and our routes immersed us in their beauty. The tranquil brown cows with the bells were always a pleasant surprise
Bill and Susie V, South Dakota
Switzerland & France: Lake Geneva, Annecy & Valleys of the Alps
A trip to remember!
This tour had great cycling, fantastic hotels and stunning scenery! Each day was better than the previous but our stay at Abbaye de Talloires and day 4 cycling around Lake Annecy were highlights for me.
Kelsei,
Switzerland & France: Lake Geneva, Annecy & Valleys of the Alps
dietary restrictions for those who need them
We were on Emerald Sky with this VBT Rhine Bike & River Cruise. I had specified that I needed a lactose intolerant diet. This was not offered to me at all. Last VBT bike trip, when it was only VBT riders, all was perfect for the foods I need. I also saw this with those who needed gluten free meals. My only menu option for dessert was cheese and fruit. I got very bored with this. I spoke with a server and she found sorbet and it was delicious. I see Emerald Sky should have followed through the specifics VBT has passed on to them.
Julie R,
Rhine Bike & River Cruise: Basel to Amsterdam
Rhine review
The two guides were really great. They did everything possible to create a very enjoyable riding experience for all of us. My carbon fiber road bike was phenomenal. Like floating along. The choice of bike routes was fine. Very scenic, and illustrative of how people lived in these rural communities. I especially enjoyed the wine tasting stops. Learned a great deal about the EU and agriculture there. The ship was very nice and the food excellent. However the VBT group was a bit constrained by the rules and schedule of the large number of people on board for the cruise only; ex:!the dining experience was very loud and raucous. The only other comment is that the airport pick up in Zurich was not well organized and the taxi taking us from the hotel opera to the ship was totally disorganized resulting in the driver being lost for a couple of hours searching for the boat.
Peter G, Brattleboro Vermont
Rhine Bike & River Cruise: Basel to Amsterdam
AMAZING
What an amazing trip! We saw gorgeous sites, experienced many different modes of transportation, got rained on, hiked in the snow, met some awesome people, had some great hikes in varied terrain, and just plain loved our trip! The guides were great and helped make the trip special. We would highly recommend this trip.
Bonnie S, New Lenox, IL
Switzerland: Zürich, Lucerne & the Alps
Switzerland tour
Absolutely beautiful tour. The guides did an excellent job in presenting the best of the country. Lots of movement with the public transit, but both Claire and Cedric were fully available to everyone in getting us where we needed to be. High energy tour!
JP only has 2 letters, Raleigh, NC
Switzerland: Zürich, Lucerne & the Alps
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