Biking, Hiking and Walking Vacations
For Couples, Singles and Solos', and Families
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Riding a bike has a way of turning the world into an
ever-unfurling ribbon of sights, scents and sounds. Step out from behind the
windshield and travel under your own power, rewarding yourself with the most
flexible activities. Biking by its very nature allows you to travel longer
distances while seeing the countryside up close and in detail. Choosing to
bike with others or on your own, you'll be richly rewarded each day as you
explore the region's most scenic routes with the best bikes in active
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A journey on two feet yields a satisfying sense of place and
plenty of time to share discoveries with your companions. Afoot, life's
little details emerge and suddenly your experience goes beyond that of the
average traveler. Marvel at the iridescence of a blue morpho butterfly, stop
and trade stories with a New Zealand shepherd or breathe in the fragrance of
sangiovese grapes ripening on the vine. Take it slow or take it fast. Take
your time and savor the serendipitous encounters that naturally unfold. |
Destinations: Italy, France, Europe / Mediterranean, Asia & the Pacific, Latin America, North America: West North America: Rockies, North America: East & South
For more information, a detailed itinerary, departure
dates and prices
or call us at 800-464-9602
| Family Biking Trips
A Family Trip is about experiencing fascinating cultures and historic
treasures, exploring the great outdoors and spending quality time together.
It’s the perfect solution to the perennial predicament of how to please kids
and adults in the same vacation. |
Something for everyone The Kid Coordinator orchestrates activities for the entire family as well as activities just for kids—like journal-writing and game-playing—so that adults can relish well-deserved time alone. The Art Contest is just one activity that’s fun for kids. And we can provide you with the resources needed should you require additional childcare support. Kid-friendly meals Kids have special tastes, so the meals cater to their varied appetites while still satisfying yours. The most family-friendly restaurants in the area with menus to match are chosen. Also offered are freshly made, healthful preparations on the picnics and camping trips—food that is fun, tasty and nutritious. Family-friendly pricing Designated Family Trips: On camping trips and on inn trips when children share a room with two adults, youths receive the following discounts off the trip price: 75% off for children 2 and under 40% off for ages 3-6 20% off for ages 7-10 10% off for ages 11-16 On inn trips when a child shares a room with one adult or when two children share a room, a 10% discount applies to children 16 and younger. The third and fourth youths in a room will receive the tiered discounts described above. When one youth is in a separate room, a 10% discount is applied to the trip price, but the full single supplement applies. Non-Family Trips: The youth rate is 10% off for children 16 and younger on camping trips and on inn trips when children share a room with two adults. |
Gearing up for kids
Children's bicycles (20" and 24") are provided on all Family Trips. The
children's 20"-wheel bicycles fit children ages 7 to 10 with inseam measurements
of 23" to 26"; the 24"-wheel bicycles fit children ages 9 to 14 with inseam
measurements of 26" to 29". (Inseam measurement is the distance from floor to
crotch when barefoot.)
For children ages 4-6 or up to 85 pounds, we recommend the Burley Piccolo
trailercycle. This innovative attachment, equipped with a six-speed
twist-shifter, turns an adult bike into a tandem, with your child providing some
of the pedal power.
Also available for children 65 pounds and under is the Burley d'Lite
carrier, which easily attaches to our adult bikes.
The Burley d'Lite and Piccolo trailercycle are available on most
Family Trips.