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Teri O.
7 months ago
Verified Reviewer
National Parks of Dalmatia E-Bike & Boat
Croatia
The knowledge and expertise that Tripsite and their local partners, were a fantastic combination providing opportunities to see a wide variety of the Adriatic Sea and Croatia. Being able to experience the many islands while on the boat, dining and riding the countryside was above our expectations. We’d highly recommend this tour!!
Lisa W.
7 months ago
Verified Reviewer
Clair de Lune Loire Valley Bike & Boat
France
Arriving in Nevers I was surprised at how difficult it was to get a taxi at 4:30 pm and no ride share companies, took well over an hour.
Was pleasantly surprised at how good the food was, Chris has a great personality and a fabulous chef. Sara, served us well and the bike/barge trip was good. It was slow season so towns we rode to were pretty but desolate.
Lorraine R.
7 months ago
Verified Reviewer
Zwaantje Bruges to Paris
Belgium, France
The bike and barge was amazing,
The group of 21 related well and had many happy times, riding and chatting after the day.
The ride leaders did a great job, especially with the changes necessary due to the lock closures.
Great adventure, recommend this highly.
Warren P.
7 months ago
Verified Reviewer
Panagiota Ionian Islands
Greece
"A satisfying last day of travel with Tripsite.com aboard the M/S Panagiota.
Kaz & I started with a pre-breakfast swim. The water was much warmer than I’d expected and proved to be a great way to wake up.
From Arillas Beach we set off on an “updulating” course (luckily I had our tail end Guide, Rhapael to keep me compenay) with our first stop at a Greek Orthodox (former Monastery) Church, St Athanasios, Perdika. A rich history and interesting “story time” around the Greek Orthodox Church by Isabell (our other fantatsic cycling guide).
A drink stop at Kantina Meeting and then, mostly, “updulating” to Syvota for a quick and last, bicycle load, before anchoring at our last swim spot and another fantastic char grilled lunch of beef Pattie’s, chicken and pork skewers.
Once back in Corfu, we took a walk into Read More the old town area, had ice cream at Papagiorgis (mmmmm!) and then sat in a shady square to take in the mayhem of Greek’s doing what they do best! This does NOT include parking and we spent an hour engrossed in the mayhem and ‘near hits!’.
The last night dinner was held over a fine selection of fried cheese, slow cooked beef, peas with potatoes, finely sliced fried eggplant and a moist honey & apple cake with a light caramel sauce.
A couple more ouzo’s and the day was done.
We all depart tomorrow at 9am for all points on the compass.
So many memories, trials and tribulations plus a new motto from David (Vermont, USA); “Head down, legs moving” to live by.
Thankyou to the crew of M/S Panagiota, our cycle guides, Isabell and Raphael and Tripsite.com for a great experience.
Efcharistó
Marcelo K.
7 months ago
Verified Reviewer
Flora Koblenz to Merzig
Germany
This was our first bike/boat trip. Being able to contemplate wonderful Germany, from Merzig to Koblenz was an amazing experience. The pedaling across small towns and vineyards with friends and family was unique. The incredible staff was always available to make our stay even more pleasant. The food was outstanding with a variety that surprised us every day.
Bike tour, with all the historical sites was fascinating and the guide made it even more fun. Memorable trip!
Looking forward to to the next one wich is already booked! Thank you tripsite and Flora crew :)
Marcelo K.
7 months ago
Verified Reviewer
Flora Koblenz to Merzig
Germany
This was our first bike/boat trip. Being able to contemplate wonderful Germany, from Merzig to Koblenz was an amazing experience. The pedaling across small towns and vineyards with friends and family was unique. The incredible staff was always available to make our stay even more pleasant. The food was outstanding with a variety that surprised us every day.
Bike tour, with all the historical sites was fascinating and the guide made it even more fun. Memorable trip!
Looking forward to to the next one wich is already booked! Thank you tripsite and Flora crew :)
susan o.
7 months ago
Verified Reviewer
Magnifique III Metz to Cochem
France, Luxembourg, Germany
Loved the tour of the Reichsburg castle. To think that it is still standing intact after 100's of years is amazing!
Hilda Y.
7 months ago
Verified Reviewer
National Parks of Dalmatia E-Bike & Boat
Croatia
The most memorable part was able to ride to several different places (different landscapes and villages), in beautiful Croatia and meeting other travelers.
We gave a 3 star review (more likely 3.5) due to the following reasons/observations/experiences during the trip.
a) We were originally scheduled to travel on the ship Yolo and while we were given a discount to participate in the adventure on another boat, we feel that the boat the Pacific was definitely a downgrade and not worth the partial discount. We were assigned to cabin #12, which sits just above the engine room and adjacent to the boat's generator. We expressed our concerns during initial boarding but we were told that all the cabins were taken therefore, sleeping was simply impossible when either the engine or generator were running (which was most of the time). We could not take naps before dinner in our room and of course, sleeping during the night was a challenge. Perhaps cabin #12 should Read More not be allotted to a paying customer.
b) Another issue with cabin #12 was the smell coming off the bathroom. The smell showed up when the boat was in port and it was being serviced. We do not exactly know what caused the smell but we shared our concerns to a boat member. I believe cabin #13 adjacent to cabin #12 was also having the same issues. The name under cabin #13 is John Campbell who was the leader of our group.
c) Group size of 36 people plus 2 guides was not only dangerous but challenging due to the fact that several individuals have never used an e-bike and did not have a lot of knowledge about biking. We could tell our guides were concerned while trying to keep everyone safe.
Finally, the room compromised our enjoyment of the trip but we were glad to be able to return to Croatia, a place where we got engaged over 15 years ago.
On the positive side:
a) The guides and the boat crew were amazing, especially during difficult situations.
b) The chef was outstanding! He was only 19 years old but very good and very gracious!
c) The diversity of villages and landscapes was stunning!
d) The opportunity by the crew to allow us to swim of the boat on various occasions was greatly appreciated.
Overall we had fun other than not sleeping but we will forever cherish our memories in Croatia!
Hilda Yount
Tim Van Meter
Anne M.
7 months ago
Verified Reviewer
Harmonia Highlights of Dalmatia E-Bike & Boat
Croatia
This was a 5 star trip for me! (Can’t click the stars above). We had fabulous guides (Edi, Marco). The crew was also wonderful. Boat was clean and comfortable, food was great. Scenery was amazing. Bikes were good. Our group on this boat were also wonderful. No wonder it was a five star trip for me! Thank you!
Marci S.
7 months ago
Verified Reviewer
Clair de Lune Loire Valley Bike & Boat
France
This was my first bike & barge trip, any type of bicycling tour, and it definitely will not be my last! The Clair de Lune was more than comfortable, from the beds to the dining area. The food our chef Chris put out exceeded my expectations, every single dinner was plentiful and tasty. Most memorable was his Thai soup! Bicycling through all the ancient, small towns and along the canals was absolutely beautiful- a memorable trip in EVERY way. Ed, our bicycling guide, always gave us enough time to tour each area we stopped at, which was most appreciated. I am already looking to find a tour to do with my husband, as this one was a girl's trip - 13 of us!
My only recommendation would be to change the wording on the application, instead of calling the bicycle a "HYBRID" perhaps change it to "MANUAL with gears"... as I honestly thought a hybrid could do both, electric & manual.
Thank you for a wonderful trip!
John A Davis • 4 months ago
Yes! I had the same problem: "Hybrid" is not like the cars where there is gas and battery for power. Hybrid in TripSite language is Road and Dirt capable(and a couple million cobblestones! haha)
Lauren H.
7 months ago
Verified Reviewer
Clair de Lune Loire Valley Bike & Boat
France
Everything was great! Exceeded my expectations. I would recommend a GoPro !
Lauren H.
7 months ago
Verified Reviewer
Clair de Lune Loire Valley Bike & Boat
France
Everything was great! Exceeded my expectations. I would recommend a GoPro !
Kimberly F.
7 months ago
Verified Reviewer
Stella Burgundy & Provence E-Bike & Boat
France
Loved this tour. The scenery was beautiful , the historic sights amazing and our guides Sarina and Fabien were wonderful. They prepared delicious picnic lunches each day, so pretty they were worthy of a food magazine cover. The winery tour was really fun but I think my favorite part was the last days ride through the Ardeche canyon. We met up with a herd of goats who were completely unpreturbed by our presence or that of the several vehicles they blocked!
Sheila F.
7 months ago
Verified Reviewer
Harmonia Highlights of Dalmatia E-Bike & Boat
Croatia
The most awesome part of the trip was the whole staff!! They definitely made the trip memorable and fun!
Brooke M.
7 months ago
Verified Reviewer
Flora Koblenz to Merzig
Germany
The ship is efficiently run! The captain is friendly and kind but gives the air (as any good captain should) that this is his boat and his rules. If you are familiar with small boat life you get it. It is a busy life with many parts and pieces. The chef! Junna, what can I say except you can taste her commitment and passion for cooking. My husband and I love variety and flavors and the Flora delivers! Quaint, rustic and nutrient packed dishes were a lovely surprise every day. I was fortunate to spend time with her and wish I had more time. She could easily become a great friend.
Berthus, Junna and Christiana were wonderfully kind, generous and great Read More hosts.
Hetty, our guide, is the picture of loveliness. She is genuine in her interest of your holiday and eager to help you settle in to your desire for your own holiday expectation. She was helpful and hard working, kind and efficient. I would love to travel with her again.
The Flora is cozy and unique. Cabins are clean and well cared for. If you expect all the comforts of a massive cruise this is not your boat, but if you truly want a family home experiencing small boat life in a intimate setting, then Flora and it’s crew are it! We will definitely travel with them again in the future.
This morning on our departure as our taxi pulled away, Berthus, Junna, Hetty and Christiana were there behind us waiving good bye. I did not have a tissue for my tears.
My only complaint. If the crew makes you fall in love with the country you are visiting, the boat you are traveling on and them, they should make sure you have a tissue for your tears when you depart.
Love you all Flora! Thank you so much.
David W.
7 months ago
Verified Reviewer
Quo Vadis Merzig to Cochem
Germany
This itinerary was a perfect combination of good bike rides on excellent pathways, interesting towns and villages and stunning scenery at every bend in the Mosel river.
The daily plan allowed for ample time to visit and explore towns along the route and the overnight stops. The fact that harvest was in full swing added an interesting insight into the central industry of the Mosel.
Ann L.
7 months ago
Verified Reviewer
Clair de Lune Loire Valley Bike & Boat
France
I thought the whole trip was fantastic, the scenery so beautiful.
The length of the rides could have been a little longer - which a few of us took advantage on a couple of occasions to ride extra kilometres..
The guide’s first on this Trip, and the bikes were not in expected condition hence my 4..
John C.
7 months ago
Verified Reviewer
National Parks of Dalmatia E-Bike & Boat
Croatia
It was a very pleasant experience to visit Croatia with Tripsite handling most of the logistics. The days were well planned and our tour guides, Ivan and Mario, not only explained what we were going to be doing each day, they also led the rides. It was not unusual for them to stop from time to time along the ride to point out interesting information and facts about the areas that we were riding in that day. The food menu on the boat was well planned out each day and there was a variety different main courses each evening. The cabins and bathrooms were clean, adequate and comfortable. If you are or have been thinking about a bike and boat trip, this would certainly be one to add to your list of considerations.
Carol P.
7 months ago
Verified Reviewer
Magnifique IV Amsterdam to Bruges
Netherlands, Belgium
We had a wonderful time on our trip. The Boat ,room, staff, and meals were excellent. All the staff work very hard to make sure all have a great trip.
One thing I would recommend to others is to bring light rain gear and gloves for riding
Judy L.
7 months ago
Verified Reviewer
Quo Vadis Merzig to Cochem
Germany
Climbing the very steep road through the vineyards to the view point.
judy l.
7 months ago
Verified Reviewer
Clair de Lune Loire Valley Bike & Boat
France
Crew was engaging and friendly.
Hats off to Chris the food was delicious.
Bike maintenance was sub par. My front bikes never worked. Some riders had Saddle issues, chains/derailers not shifting correctly. One of the e-bikes was broken and the guest was forced to ride hybrid bike. Another ebike should have been offered to her.
Ed, our guide did the best he could regarding the route since he was not familiar with the area. Most of the ladies were under the impression there was going to be more wine tastings along the way. I was there to cycle and easily could’ve done 60 miles a day or more. I realize there was many different cycling levels in the group. I personally own Mtn ebike and an analog mountain bike. I wasn’t too impressed with the e-bikes provided.
susan l.
7 months ago
Verified Reviewer
De Holland Authentic Holland
Netherlands
The daily rides supported by the bike and boat guide Wilma on the de Holland , was excellent! Each city and countryside we rode through was that much better with the detail of information provided by her. Loved each day.
Be prepared for wind and a little rain in October month.
Sally F.
7 months ago
Verified Reviewer
De Holland Authentic Holland
Netherlands
Most memorable was the excellent guiding from Wilma who gave us so much information about the routes.
It was wonderful visiting the cities and small towns each day in addition to the countryside.
Eric D.
7 months ago
Verified Reviewer
Quo Vadis Merzig to Cochem
Germany
The Mosel valley is a wonderful cycling locale. There are few hills, endless "cute" (ie scenic) storybook towns and villages, and of course vineyards climbing every hill in a patchwork quilt. There are hills on both sides of the valley, so it is protected from strong winds and the climate is very mild - after all, that's why the Romans lived there for hundreds of years and even moved their capital from Rome to Trier. As a North American I had never heard of the starting and ending towns, but they turned out to be easily accessible by rail from major cities. Being there the first week of September coincided with the wine festivals in pretty much every town. This was my second time cycling along the Mosel; there was little overlap between the two cycling holidays as the itinerary was quite different. And the boats were very different too. Even when we visited the same towns we saw different things. And we cycled one day from a volcano caldera down a rail-to-bike-path trail that descended 1000' in 55km, including almost-one-kilometre long stone tunnels through mountains. It is such a relaxing trip I would consider doing it again.
Jane H.
7 months ago
Verified Reviewer
National Parks of Dalmatia E-Bike & Boat
Croatia
The most memorable part was sailing through the small islands and riding our bikes with the beautiful sea as a back drop.
I think I would not make a s many stops. I had trouble with my bike, so I would suggest newer bikes.
The guides were great.
Deborah D.
7 months ago
Verified Reviewer
Merlijn Mainz to Würzburg
Germany
Excellent itinerary with great paths and trails. Love the Merlijn and all that it has to offer. Coen and Christina along with the crew are 5star! Thomas was a terrific guide and fun to travel with.
Janusz W.
7 months ago
Verified Reviewer
Romantica Pearls of Dalmatia
Croatia
Wonderful views while riding the isles , great support from the guides
Holly H.
7 months ago
Verified Reviewer
Vivienne Along the Danube - Four Country Tour
Austria, Germany, Slovakia, Hungary
Every day held something new along our way. Landscapes changed, cities and towns were vastly different, crops varied, castles and palaces were different. Enjoy it all.
At the time we were on the trip the boat assigned a dining table and you had to sit with the same people every meal every day. We were a single couple and were put at a table with one other couple who were thankfully a lovely couple. It would have been nice however to be able to sit with others at least for breakfast and lunch.
Sandra Z.
7 months ago
Verified Reviewer
Magnifique III Metz to Cochem
France, Luxembourg, Germany
Bicycle riding along the Moselle was terrific. Beautiful scenery.
Guides were knowledgeable, but could have been a little more aware of riders in traffic situations.
Siobhan D.
7 months ago
Verified Reviewer
National Parks of Dalmatia E-Bike & Boat
Croatia
Cycling through beautiful countryside and small villages. Swimming in clear blue sea water.
A great way to see enjoy your surroundings
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