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Authentic Holland
Netherlands

As a traveler I always keep my expectations low, because, well, you never know.... and in my experience the best things happen when you do not expect them. I can certainly say this tour far exceeded my expectations and left me with memories to last a lifetime. The cycling offers much variety and our guide Tom always made it more fun. The Magnifique II is perfect for getting a good nights sleep and also for lounging around enjoying the people and scenery around you. There wasn't a meal I didn't enjoy. Holland is beautiful and a perfect destination for a bike tour. To everyone involved in making this happen, WELL DONE!

  Harmonia Highlights of Dalmatia E-Bike & Boat
Croatia

Great scenery, beautiful, crystal clear waters, more than ample “excellent” food, engaging high quality staff, Harmonia and team were great, bikes were well maintained….and learned about “Turbo” to make the biking much more doable. Olive Museum tour was exceptional and quite informative. Take full credit for ideal weather. Tour in Split was top notch.

  Harmonia Highlights of Dalmatia E-Bike & Boat
Croatia

The trip was terrific!! The guides, crew, yacht, & food were great ; especially the guides. The cabin was comfortable & quiet. We had a great group. There were many positive comments. The bikes were good. You needed e-bikes for this trip. Croatia is very hilly; some grades were 10%. I would rate the rides moderate to hard. Overall, this trip is a very good value. Ed Conroy

  Linda Istria
Croatia

  Magnifique II Bruges to Amsterdam
Belgium, Netherlands

This was a beautiful boat, the food was excellent and the bike guides were great. The room and bathroom were very spacious and everything was extremely clean and tidy. We really enjoyed the trip very much.

Porto to Lisbon
Portugal

The beautiful scenery and smells biking through forests of pine and eucalyptus trees as I’m a nature lover. Impressive long sand beaches with varying sized waves. Our last leg from Sintra was exceptionally spectacular.
I would like to have spent two days in Sintra and maybe some other small towns.

  Panagiota Ionian Islands
Greece

This trip met all of my personal goals and expectations. The biking was challenging and the tour guides were excellent. The meals were great and well prepared. The ship crew members anticipated our needs. There is no better way to truly experience the beautiful Ionian Islands than by bike and boat. Otherwise you would only see the port villages unless you hired a car or van to take you to the scenic views. My only suggestion would be to include more historical stops.

Portugal’s Vicentine Coast & Algarve
Portugal

We did this trip in late September on hybrid bikes, self-guided. We had great weather! The routes were varied and enjoyable. Some along the coast, some along backroads farther inland. Most of the riding was not on paved roads, but on gravel and sandy roads, some two track and some trails. Some of the paved sections had very little car traffic while some were more heavily trafficked. The Trek hybrid bikes worked great, were sturdy and comfortable. The most memorable parts were riding down into the villages, the varied routes on all kinds of surfaces, the stunning scenery and the swimming pools at the end of most days. Going self guided allowed us to experience the feeling of discovering things on our own. We used our Ride with GPS app for viewing the downloaded routes that the company sent to us. The local partner stayed in touch with us throughout the trip to make sure things were going well. You can plan on pushing your bike through a little sand at least once on this trip. It is minimal and just part of the experience. All in all a great trip!

Authentic Holland
Netherlands

I recently experienced the Authentic Holland 8-Day Bike and Boat Tour aboard the Magnifique II, and it was truly a fantastic journey! From the moment I stepped on board, the boat crew made me feel well-cared-for, ensuring that all my needs were met. The Magnifique II, a Deluxe Class Boat, is essentially a floating luxury hotel, with incredibly clean, comfortable, and very nice cabins.
The dining experience on board was a highlight as well—the kitchen provided delicious meals, which made me look forward to each meal. As for the cycling, the tour was thoughtfully organized. I enjoyed the natural surroundings and felt fully immersed in the Dutch countryside.
The itinerary gave a well-rounded view of Holland’s charming towns and landscapes. The crew on board was friendly and welcoming, contributing greatly to the enjoyment of the trip. All in all, this tour offered a perfect mix of comfort, adventure, and Dutch culture. I would highly recommend it to anyone looking for a relaxed yet immersive way to experience Holland!

Along the Ebro River to La Rioja
Spain

Bravo to tripsite for this incredible tour. The scenery is breathtaking and the overnight hosts were beyond hospitable. The two larger hotels in Haro and LaGuardia were very enjoyable.
For the most part, the route is ingenious, with so much downhill and easy riding. HOWEVER - some of the hills, particularly on cycling days 3 and 6, are no joke. We were on e-bikes, and without those, this would have been miserable. We are experienced cyclists, but are 70 yrs old, so were very grateful for the e-bikes. You will use a lot of battery on those two days, so be sure that you’re fully charged.
This was our third tripsite cycling tour and it was our favorite so far, well planned and and fun to ride.

Albanian Highlights
Albania

My fondest memory is riding past kids wanting to high-five the cyclists going through their village, and apple pickers on carts giving us apples as we rode by.

  Magnifique II Authentic Holland
Netherlands

I recently had the pleasure of staying onboard the Magnifique II and it was an unforgettable experience. From the moment I arrived, the staff went above and beyond to ensure my comfort and satisfaction. The luxurious accommodation, coupled with exceptional service, made my stay truly memorable! Welcoming atmosphere and attentive staff made me feel right at home :)
Riding through the magnificent biking paths was another highlights of the entire adventure.
Food was also distinctive. I LOVED everything about the tour! Thanks to Tripsite for making this tour happen!

  Magnifique II Bruges to Amsterdam
Belgium, Netherlands

Guided evening walks through some less touristy medieval towns, including Dordrecht and Schoonhoven, gave us a more personal experience of the guild houses and legends of centuries ago. Be open-minded to making new friends and make sure you carry a few euros with you as restroom facilities can come at a small price.

  Magnifique II Authentic Holland
Netherlands

  Magnifique II Authentic Holland
Netherlands

This was my first trip to the Netherlands, and it didn't disappoint. Our cycling route took us through scenic farmlands, forests, and quaint Hanseatic villages. The cycling paths were well maintained and the e-bike (the first time I have ridden one) made cycling even easier than anticipated. This tour, however, wouldn't have been the same without our fantastic cycling guides Tom and Hans. They were simply fantastic and made the tour so much fun. Together with the top-notch crew aboard the Magnifique II, the delicious and well-prepared meals, and the clean and welcoming cabins, the experience was one I will not forget. I would highly recommend this tour!

  Sundial The Aeolian Islands of Sicily E-bike & Boat
Italy

It was an excellent tour. It was a beautiful boat and the 3 staff were family comprising of the Captain,the chef and the onboard person who worked tirelessly to ensure we had the best trip. They were all wonderful and the food was sensational. Our guide Jochin was brilliant. He had a gentle manner and a good communicator. His knowledge of all the places we went to was excellent and he planned our daily trips with care and thoughtfulness. Nothing was too much trouble. It was a good group and a great bond between clients and staff.

Portugal’s Vicentine Coast & Algarve
Portugal

There were so many memorable parts of this trip! Two of us, in our upper 60s, rode hybrid bikes on the self-guided 8-day tour. The local partner provided us with GPS maps that we downloaded onto our phones. Then we used the Ride with GPS app for viewing the routes. Distances per day were 20 to 31 miles, which was perfect for us. The scenery, including the dramatic coastal cliffs and beaches, pastoral fields and pine groves, and the incredibly quaint and picturesque villages was fantastic! I would rate the skill level required as easy to moderate. There were smooth roads, sandy and gravel roads and trails and some small sections of mountain biking. It was a nice combination of flat and hilly sections. The hills were not extreme, although we did choose to walk portions of them occasionally. The routes were well chosen. We enjoyed the variety of surfaces and views and we always trusted where the routes would take us. The hotel choices were always comfortable and lovely! The local partner kept in touch with us via WhatsApp to make sure things were going okay throughout the tour. Thank you for a grand memorable trip!

  Magnifique I Metz to Cochem
France, Luxembourg, Germany

Biking and boating into Germany, Luxembourg and France was spectacular. Seeing the incredible vineyards and tasting the wines from this area. Our stay and the crew on the Magnafique 1 was excellent and we hope to book another tour.

  Ave Maria Mantova to Venice or Venice to Mantova
Italy

The boat and crew were fantastic. The bikes were the best we have experienced so far doing these kinds of trips. Some wonderful excursions and side trips while biking . A few things could be improved upon I think. We all arrived (group of 10) in Mantova and ended up dragging our luggage through town (on sometimes very cobblestone bumpy streets) to get to the boat. Have heard this happens a lot. Taxi/uber service is kind of non-existent. For any older travelers the option of dragging luggage would not be realistic. Something need to be set up for customer pickups. Also, I know from talking to the tour guides that the amount of time we get to spend in Ferrara is an issue. It's a wonderful city and we were in and out much too quickly. Not sure there is an answer to this. Overall an amazing trip with a crew that seemed to be having as much fun as we were.

Around Lake Constance
Austria, Germany, Switzerland

Porto to Lisbon
Portugal

Pro:The selected routes and the varied countryside. VERY GOOD that a guide led us out of Porto

Con: often difficult for the lead to navigate out of the larger centers.

Communication at start and end could be improved. I called for times, locations and details that the whole group wondered what the plan was.

  Vita Pugna Mantova to Venice or Venice to Mantova
Italy

The crew were amazing how they worked together and made everything flawless.

South Africa Kruger National Park Safari
South Africa

Know that this trip is about the terrain and natural environment of SA....this is not a cultural experience in terms of visiting tribes and learning about thier cultures.
The animals were close enough to touch. No rush, watch their behavior for 20 minutes.
I loved seeing parts of south africa that are off the typical tourist trail...who goes to Tzaneen?

  Magnifique I Metz to Cochem
France, Luxembourg, Germany

Although the weather wasn't always the most cooperative, the biking along the Moselle offered beautiful scenery of steep hillside vineyards with stops in small towns along the way. Our tour guides were fantastic and easily (or so it seemed) adapted to the route changes that needed to be made due to the flooding of the Moselle and the fact that the bike paths weren't always accessible. Our guides were knowledgable about the areas we visited and offered interesting information about castles, churches and other areas of interest in the cities.
As far as tips for others, if you are planning a bike/barge trip, be prepared for varied weather and biking conditions. Being flexible will allow you to enjoy things that aren't necessarily what you had expected.

Venice to Florence
Italy

The road iis beautiful, with great views The lthe stops in the villages are very nice,
The route is easy and flat, we spend some wonderful days

Umbria - Gastronomy Bike Tour
Italy

Umbria is really a nice region to visit! With delicious food, wine and olive oil! The bike route is not difficult! Highlights for the cities of Spello and Assissi!

Portugal’s Wild Coast
Portugal

Beautiful route along the coast with reasonable distances each day. Hotels were all wonderful and GPS guide worked great.

Things to improve…. Include chain lube with the bike bag of equipment. Ride the route in advance. Some of the trails were very had to identify and parts were un rideable and required hiking your bike up steep hills or thru rivers. Some detours took us off a very nice gravel road onto a very small single track with thorn bushes blocking the trail, only to meet back up with the very nice gravel road in a few meters.

  Merlijn Merzig to Nancy
Germany, Luxembourg, France

The Merlijn is the best sailing ship in all of Europe if you want to bike. The captains Coen and Cristina (also the ship owners) are just wonderful people. I feel like family every time I travel with them and this was my 8th trip with them (7 trips in the last year alone). So if you want 5 star accommodations, service and meals, this is the ship to sail on. Their bikes are the best out there and I feel confident in saying that as I have done 15 bike and barge trips! Give the Merlijn a try and you will be hooked like I am. The Merlijn also gets the best bike guides out there along with extremely friendly and caring crew. Love the Merlijn and Coen and Cristina.

  De Willemstad North Holland Tour
Netherlands

The North Holland bike and barge trip in Oct was very memorable! Beautiful scenic rides thru villages, seaports, sand dunes and more.
Although Holland is flat as a pancake, the ebike was very helpful on windy days and those 25+ mile routes. The Holland bike trail system is amazing and drivers are so safety oriented compared to Americans. Such a joy!
The barge and room was very comfortable. My favorite part was relaxing on the upper deck and watching the pilot navigate the De Willemstad carefully thru the locks and under bridges.

Our routine of evening trail orientation, breakfast (and pack lunch), ride and sightseeing, back for drink and dinner, was very enjoyable! Everything except the food was 5 star.

Packing a small thermos might be helpful for some riders who would like some tea or a warm drink if they tend to get cold. Padded bike shorts important.

Our guides were helpful and fun! They even offered walking tours thru some of the towns.

The Dutch are very warm and kind people!! Can’t wait to go back!

More Information on last day details would have been helpful with planning flight times. (Could leave late that day if needed)