VBT Bicycling and Walking Vacations and France Guide Announce Vitivini 2011 Sweepstakes

A Chance to win an air-inclusive, trip for two to France

BRISTOL, VT — VBT Bicycling and Walking Vacations has teamed up with France Guide, the official website of the French government tourist office, to giveaway a free, air-inclusive, trip for two to France.

Vitivini/VBT 2011 Sweepstakes will give one winner a trip for two to experience France’s celebrated culinary and winemaking tradition while exploring some of France’s most enticing landscapes by bike.

The contest winner will have the option to choose either VBT’s Burgundy: The Wine Route vacation or VBT’s Provence: The Alpilles vacation. On VBT’s Burgundy Bike Tour, travelers will pedal through peaceful medieval villages, lined with historic, noble chateaux, indulging in some of the world’s most complex, and rewarding vintages. On VBT’ Provence Bike Tour travelers are treated to a special, home-cooked meal, a local cheese tasting, and plenty of local rosés while riding along the gentle valleys of southern France.

To register, complete and submit a Vitivini/VBT 2011 sweepstakes entry form from franceguide.com. Entries will be accepted from November 1st, 2011 through February 15th, 2012. Only one entry per person and the winner will be drawn on March 1st, 2012.

Founded in 1971 by Middlebury College professor, John Freidin, VBT Bicycling and Walking Vacations is celebrating its 40th Anniversary this year. The company offers 39 deluxe, small group bicycling and walking tours in 26 countries worldwide, including destinations in Europe, Costa Rica, New Zealand, Vietnam, Peru, Argentina and the U.S.A. Each trip includes all accommodations, many meals, two expert local Trip Leaders, unique sightseeing and cultural activities, and full vehicle support. Unlike other companies, VBT also includes international airfare and air fuel surcharges in its trip cost.