Welcome Back to Active Travel
Discover What's New at VBT | Country Walkers
Two Trusted Brands. One Expanded World of Travel
For over a decade, VBT and Country Walkers have worked as one team—and over the last few months we've come together as one unified company to take you even further.
What that means for you:
- Access to both biking and walking vacations in one place
- A wider selection of global destinations and itineraries
- Shared expertise from two industry leaders in active travel
- More travel styles to match different activity levels and interests
- Seamless planning with the same trusted team
Result: More options. More flexibility. More unforgettable journeys.
What's New Since You Last Looked
Over the past few years, we’ve expanded the ways you can travel with us.
Discovery Tours
- A brand-new style of travel designed for curious, culturally minded explorers.
- Small-group cultural journeys beyond biking and walking routes
- Hands-on experiences with local experts
- Access to destinations we couldn’t reach before
- Immersive activities like cooking classes, cultural workshops, and guided explorations
Discovery tours are designed to help travelers live the culture, not just see it.
Self-Guided Biking Tours
Prefer independence while still having expert planning behind the scenes? Our Self-Guided Bicycling Vacations give you the freedom to explore on your own terms.
Self-Guided trips include:
- Carefully designed bike routes
- Hand-picked accommodations
- Luggage transfers between hotels
- Route maps and GPS navigation
- Support from our travel experts
Why travelers love them:
- Ride at your own pace and schedule
- Stop when you want to explore, dine, or relax
- Enjoy a private experience with the same trusted planning and support
More Ways to Travel
With both brands working together, you have more travel styles than ever.
Choose the experience that fits you:

Guided Biking
Fully supported cycling adventures
Scenic routes and expert trip leaders
Optional e-bikes available on most tours

Guided Walking
Small-group walking journeys
Cultural immersion and off-the-beaten-path exploration
Carefully curated local experiences

Discovery Tours
Culture-forward itineraries
Hands-on experiences
Slower pace with deeper exploration

Self-Guided Biking
Independent travel with expert planning
Flexible pace and private itineraries
Support available whenever you need it
Why Travelers Return Again and Again
Travelers choose VBT | Country Walkers because of the experience we deliver.
What sets us apart:
- Small group sizes
- Carefully crafted itineraries
- Authentic local connections
- Expert trip leaders and guides
- Decades of experience designing active travel
In fact, over 98% of guests say they plan to travel with us again.
Ready to Explore What’s New?
Whether you’re dreaming of cycling through vineyards, walking historic trails, or discovering new cultures in immersive ways, your next adventure is waiting.
Start exploring:
- Browse new tours
- Discover Discovery travel
- Find your perfect biking or walking adventure




