VBT Bicycling Vacations
Country Walkers
Actively Explore the World
Don’t just visit a place—immerse yourself in it. Follow a centuries-old pasta recipe while taking a cooking class in Rome. Learn a folk dance in Krakow and then enjoy a glass of mead with new friends. Cycle through vineyards, olive groves, and medieval town centers. Exploring the world on two wheels lets you experience your surroundings on a deeper level.
VBT takes care of your travel details and creates unique itineraries so you can relax and enjoy your small-group vacations from start to finish. Friendly camaraderie, cultural immersion, and casual comforts are the hallmarks of our vacations. Discover delightful people, beautiful hotels, foreign cultures, and fascinating lifestyles that will enrich your life and provide memories for years to come.
Inclusions
- Custom VBT bike and helmet
- Ride with GPS and route notes
- Local trip leaders
- Luggage transfers
- Admission fees to local attractions
- Cultural activities like cooking classes and guided city tours
- Specialty transportation like ferry and train rides
- Accommodations and most meals
- Your choice of VBT branded gear for your adventure
- Even more with the Air Package
Italy: Tuscany, Chianti & Marina di Castagneto
Guided Biking
Starting from 7 days at
$4,895
On this unique cycling tour, we’ve paired the sun-soaked Tuscan seacoast with the lush vineyards of Chianti. Along the way, you’ll discover a 13th-century castle, observe artists crafting traditional pottery, and learn the art of Italian cooking in the kitchen of a quintessential Tuscan farmhouse.
Italy: Lake Como & the Italian Lake District
Guided Biking
Starting from 7 days at
$4,595
Take a cycling tour of Italy’s Lake Como and its surrounds, where flat bike paths weave through a rich tapestry of soaring hills, glittering waters, and scenic vineyards.
Switzerland & France: Lake Geneva, Annecy & Valleys of the Alps
Guided Biking
Starting from 7 days at
$4,795
This unique cycling vacation reveals a side of Switzerland and France you won’t find anywhere else. Spin along gentle lakeside bike paths and discover quaint medieval villages, Grand Cru vintages, enchanting thermal pools, and historic accommodations.
Slovenia, Austria & Italy: Alpine Valleys
Guided Biking
Starting from 7 days at
$4,745
Explore three lakes in three countries, experiencing authentic local culture as only VBT can reveal. Your local trip leaders will invite you to learn the secrets of preparing rateški krapi (filled dumplings)—and perhaps try out some traditional Slovenian dance steps during a festive barn party.
France: The Burgundy Wine Region & Dijon
Guided Biking
Starting from 7 days at
$5,745
In Burgundy, France bike routes traverse world-famous vineyards, meander along tranquil canals, and lead to celebrated gastronomic food and wine capitals.
Switzerland, Germany & France: The Black Forest & the Alsace Wine Route
Guided Biking
Starting from 7 days at
$4,445
Explore three countries in one epic journey encompassing picturesque villages, vineyards, and canals along gentle bike routes through France, Germany, and Switzerland.
Choose Your Ride
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Road Bikes
For enthusiast cyclists who want high performance with more positioning options.
Hybrid Bikes
Upright handlebars and wider tires for a smooth, stable ride.
E-bikes
Electric-assisted bicycle that provides extra support when needed.Meet Your Leaders
Your professional Trip Leaders are bilingual and native to the regions they guide, providing you with insider access and local knowledge. You will also meet locals and friends of VBT who delight in sharing their skills with you, which might include sailors, naturalists, sommeliers, kayak instructors, truffle hunters, professors, artists, tradespeople, and farmers.
We've Got Your Back
We offer support throughout your journey, from our expert tour consultants—who are eager to help you prepare—to shuttle services, baggage transfers between hotels, and snacks and water along the route. For emergency travel services, our travel assistance partner is just a phone call away.