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Stephanie S.
6 months ago
Verified Reviewer
Panagiota Ionian Islands
Greece
The island of Ithaca was the most beautiful and inspiring. I deeply appreciated the guides--their patience, their support, their advice for a better ride. I am also grateful for the flexibility of the tour in regards to adjusting the itinerary for adverse weather conditions; the captain always kept our safety in mind but the staff made sure we didn't miss out on any opportunities for the trip.
My only recommendation would be for the Tripsite staff around answering traveler questions. I read the material sent by the coordinator but, when it provoked questions and I reached out for clarification, all I received back was copies of the printed material again. I would have preferred more direct communication regarding the questions incited by the material.
Carla • 6 months ago Tripsite Staff
Our apologies for the lack of further communication, Stephanie. This was really our first normal year post covid and our staff was completely slammed at the end of this season. Thanks for your business and we hope you'll travel with us again.
Karen B.
6 months ago
Verified Reviewer
Thalassa Peloponnese & Saronic Islands E-bike & Boat
Greece
It was totally amazing when the sails went up on the Thalassa and a beautiful sight to see!! The crew were amazing and so friendly! We couldn’t have asked for tastier Greek dishes! An all around amazing experience and I can’t wait to book another trip!
Umberto M.
6 months ago
Verified Reviewer
Ave Maria Mantova to Venice or Venice to Mantova
Italy
The attention of de guides for sure.
The food was so good too
About of the begining of the travel, when we were buying our trip we didn’t have a good help.
Carla • 5 months ago Tripsite Staff
Dear Umberto,
Thank you for your feedback! I am sorry to hear you did not have good help when you were buying the trip. Unfortunately we had a staff member that did not meet our expectations of customer service. She is no longer with us and I sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused you.
Marla A.
6 months ago
Verified Reviewer
Ave Maria Mantova to Venice or Venice to Mantova
Italy
It would be a challenge to identify the most memorable part. The tour brought us to amazing places, both commonly visited and out of the way sites; Stephania and Hain led the group with interesting and amusing stories, giving us an historical context and a cultural understanding; all of the crew was professional, helpful and friendly; the bikes were high quality and well maintained and the meals were the best!!!! Love the use of local foods and accompanying explanations of each dish. The cabin space is small, so if you have a few days of rain, you’ll be searching for places to put wet clothes.
bozena • 6 months ago Tripsite Staff
Hi Marla! Thank you for sharing your fantastic experience! We're thrilled to hear that you found every aspect of the tour so enjoyable, from the amazing places to the excellent crew and culinary delights. Your feedback about the cabin space is noted for consideration. We look forward to more adventures with you in the future!
Mark G.
6 months ago
Verified Reviewer
Quo Vadis Metz to Cochem
France, Luxembourg, Germany
The scenery, the history, the superior quality of the staff, the appealing pace of the active elements & the great food!
James C.
6 months ago
Verified Reviewer
Romantica Pearls of Dalmatia
Croatia
The entire package was memorable which was enhanced by the other travelers on the boat. The camaraderie among the travelers, guides and crew was the icing on the cake for each day! The guides were excellent: informative, caring, supportive. Be prepared for "Croatia flat" (undulating hills) after climning the long hills while biking!
bozena • 6 months ago Tripsite Staff
Thank you for sharing your positive experience with us! We're delighted to hear that the strong sense of fellowship among travelers, guides, and crew enhanced your journey. Our team takes pride in providing excellent guidance and support. Your insights about the terrain are also invaluable for future travelers. We look forward to creating more memorable moments with you in the future!
Matt D.
6 months ago
Verified Reviewer
National Parks of Dalmatia E-Bike & Boat
Croatia
Bike riding through small villages. Cruising between all the islands
Clearer expectations-no independent riding. Some biking experience needed.
Scott R.
6 months ago
Verified Reviewer
Romantica Pearls of Dalmatia
Croatia
Fabulous scenery on the islands
Comfortable boat with friendly crew
Great meals
Hybrid bike was dated but reliable
Julie M.
6 months ago
Verified Reviewer
Thalassa Peloponnese & Saronic Islands E-bike & Boat
Greece
Wow...what a fabulous trip. OPA! It was a fantastic eight days with great food and excellent staff onboard the ship Thalassa. The tour was very intimate, and I was able to make some great friends. Everything about this first-class trip exceeded expectations. I highly recommend this trip for a great and relaxing way to see Greece.
Bozena • 6 months ago Tripsite Staff
OPA! Thank you for your glowing review! We're delighted to hear you had a fabulous time on board the Thalassa and made new friends during your journey through Greece. Your recommendation means the world to us. We can't wait to welcome you back for another unforgettable adventure!
Philip M.
6 months ago
Verified Reviewer
Magnifique II Bruges to Amsterdam
Belgium, Netherlands
We enjoyed the cycling with expert guides through this Low Countries. I became very emotional at the Canadian memorial cemetery and finding headstones from his regiment.seeing historic sites at Kinderdyck was fascinating. Our accommodation was top notch and was great being with like minded travellers . The bikes were comfortable and perfect for this tour.we had ebikes which were great for the Dutch mountains (wind)!We enjoyed the Netherlands. Amsterdam is a lively city for tourism and easy to manoeuvre.
Katherine H.
6 months ago
Verified Reviewer
Alva Douro River E-Bike & Boat
Portugal
The scenery both on the boat and during the biking were spectacular. The food was fantastic. The rooms were really comfortable. I really loved the trip.
For improvements, having the guides know where bathrooms are along the way would be nice. A lot of people had to find bushes along the way. On your France barge I took we stopped in towns to walk around and sometimes had a coffee and people used the restrooms. More information on the towns would be gppd. Also, we had a very sick guide and maybe she should have been traded out at some point and not been eating and hanging out with us. She's a lovely person but if I were that sick I would stay away from people as much as possible. We all came home very sick.
bozena • 6 months ago Tripsite Staff
Hi Katherine! Thank you so much for sharing your feedback! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed the stunning scenery, fantastic food, and comfortable rooms. Your positive comments are much appreciated.
We take your suggestions for improvement seriously. Knowing the locations of restrooms along the way is a practical concern, and we will certainly work on addressing this issue to make the experience more convenient for our guests. We also understand the value of more information about the towns you visit, and we will strive to enhance the cultural and historical aspects of the trips.
Regarding the sick guide, we regret to hear that this had an impact on your experience. We apologize for any discomfort or inconvenience it may have caused. We will review our procedures for handling such situations to ensure that the health and well-being of both our guests and staff are appropriately managed in the future.
Your valuable feedback is essential to our continuous improvement, and we hope to have the opportunity to provide you with an even better experience in the future. Thank you once again for choosing our services, and we appreciate your input.
Sandra B.
6 months ago
Verified Reviewer
Merlijn Würzburg to Nuremberg
Germany
Sept 23 - 29, 2023 Nürnberg to Würzburg on the Merlijn : This was our 6th Bike & Barge trip with Tripsite (it would have been our 8th, but you know that story!), and we wouldn't dream of booking with anyone else! We'd taken a trip on the Merlijn in 2017, but since then, the interior has been renovated. Very nice! Food and accommodations were excellent, staff was friendly and helpful. Our bike guide, Thomas, prepped us each day, reviewing the routes and stops, always prioritizing our safety. The bikes were new and well maintained. The staff took the time to adjust each to personalize the fit and comfort. The hybrid bikes are Dutch and light weight, which my husband rode. This was the second trip I've taken using an e-bike and I'm hooked! The biking routes were generally level and we mostly rode on dedicated bike paths. When riding through a town, Thomas did a great job of keeping us together, advising us on how to approach intersections. Another fabulous B & B trip and we're already planning our 7th!
bozena • 6 months ago Tripsite Staff
Hi Sandra! Thank you for your continued trust in Tripsite and for sharing your experience with us. We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your 6th Bike & Barge trip with us and that the Merlijn's interior renovations met your expectations. It's great to know that you found the food, accommodations, and staff to be excellent. Thomas sounds like a fantastic bike guide, and it's wonderful to hear that the biking routes and e-bikes made for a fantastic experience. We look forward to welcoming you back on another adventure with us!
Mary D.
6 months ago
Verified Reviewer
Thalassa Peloponnese & Saronic Islands E-bike & Boat
Greece
The trip to the Peloponnesian Islands aboard the Thalassa surpassed expectations. The scenery, the company, the AMAZING food and the professional and good humored way the captain and crew handled the Thalassa added to the experience. It was great to share an adventure with friends old and new.
Lloyd "Lee" N.
6 months ago
Verified Reviewer
Yolo Southern Dalmatia E-Bike & Boat
Croatia
beautiful scenery, perfect weather and knowledgable guides. Although I am not a big fan of "guided" bike tours (due to the slower pace) this one was OK due to it being an e-bike tour and nearly everyone could keep up.
Joan-Carol B.
6 months ago
Verified Reviewer
Alva Douro River E-Bike & Boat
Portugal
The biking was lovely, the service on the boat was excellent.
But, communications between the boat and the bike guides was terrible. There was a lot of second guessing and lost time.
For the biking, more cultural information would have been good. Stops for coffee in interesting places would also heighten the experience.
Linda W.
6 months ago
Verified Reviewer
Alva Douro River E-Bike & Boat
Portugal
The boat and food were great. Beautiful area along the river. Nice wines. Wait staff were incredible
Nancy V.
6 months ago
Verified Reviewer
Merlijn Mainz to Merzig
Germany
It is hard to decide on just one memorable part of the trip. Sailing along the Rhine with a drink, seeing castle after castle along the beautiful hills, drinking “fresh wine” at the lunch stop during one of our rides along the Mosel, riding through charming town after charming town, each was highly memorable. This was my dream vacation.
The only thing I would change is that I should have ridden an e-bike. Had I not been recovering from a recent illness, it would not have been necessary, but as one can never predict one’s future health at time of booking, I would consider an e-bike an insurance policy in case one is not 100%. It would have made some days more enjoyable.
Sally F.
6 months ago
Verified Reviewer
Thalassa Peloponnese & Saronic Islands E-bike & Boat
Greece
Excellent trip! The rides were scenic and most of the roads on the islands had very few cars. Weather in early October was perfect: sunny every day and not too hot. The capacity of the boat was perfect for getting to know everyone and bonding over the scrumptious meals they provided. The crew was very professional, as were the two guides. E-bikes are a must to really enjoy the trip, unless you are a very strong biker who loves hills. Swimming from the boat and various beaches was great! I highly recommend this particular boat and bike trip.
Harvey S.
6 months ago
Verified Reviewer
Merlijn Mainz to Merzig
Germany
My Second B&B trip on Merlijn. After my wife & I had such a great experience in Belgium & The Netherlands on the Merlijn, I pledged That I would try to reserve the entire barge and recruit 22 of our friends to join us on another trip. We did just that. We just finished our second trip - This time Mainz to Merzig in Germany.
Safe to say we all had a great experience that we will long remember.
Alexandra P.
6 months ago
Verified Reviewer
Magellan National Parks of Dalmatia E-Bike & Boat
Croatia
My best memory is how much fun we had! Riding electric bikes made all the rides easy. Our guides were very excellent in so many ways. The cultural enrichment really added a lot to the wonderful trip. My tip is to book your trip now!
Nancy H.
6 months ago
Verified Reviewer
Magellan National Parks of Dalmatia E-Bike & Boat
Croatia
Beautiful scenery as we were riding e-bikes around on islands or coastlines!
Sherrill S.
6 months ago
Verified Reviewer
Magellan National Parks of Dalmatia E-Bike & Boat
Croatia
The tour was planned perfectly, just enough riding time, exploring the towns, on-your-own time, etc. The guides did an amazing job of preparing us and keeping us safe. The terrain and views were fantastic. Definitely a 5-star trip! One warning...you might gain weight from all the good food!
Nancy H.
6 months ago
Verified Reviewer
Magellan National Parks of Dalmatia E-Bike & Boat
Croatia
Riding my bicycle on a 7 km downhill to the seaport of Trogir. The scenery was breathtaking and the downhill ride exhilarating.
Brett P.
6 months ago
Verified Reviewer
Olympia Koblenz to Saarburg
Germany
The guided tour of Trier was great, as the guide explained things which you may not read about.
Jennifer K.
6 months ago
Verified Reviewer
Quo Vadis Metz to Cochem
France, Luxembourg, Germany
Bike guides fantastic, boat crew amazing. So many wonderful memories to pick out just one. Beautiful bike paths, scenery
Dolores T.
6 months ago
Verified Reviewer
Quo Vadis Metz to Cochem
France, Luxembourg, Germany
The bike tours were wonderful and the guides were very knowledgeable! The boat staff was great, they made you feel like family!
Jan
6 months ago
Verified Reviewer
Lycian Coast
Turkey
BEST bike trip we have ever been on! (we have done 12 with various companies) Excellent organization and communication in the pre-trip. Each day was well-planned and paced for the group with lovely lunch stops. Delicious meals and comfortable accommodations for a boat trip, wonderful history and culture, magnificent bike routes with sweeping coastline vistas. Ali’s guiding experience and passion for his country completed this outstanding tour.
Jane Hempen H.
6 months ago
Verified Reviewer
Metz to Cochem
France, Luxembourg, Germany
The crew was outstanding❣️and the guides were very knowledgeable and enthusiastic. The food was superb
Susan H.
6 months ago
Verified Reviewer
Quo Vadis Metz to Cochem
France, Luxembourg, Germany
We had a wonder experience on our biking trip from Cochem to Metz. The Quo Vadis crew was superb. We wish RJ and family all the best on his retirement. The biking was beautiful all the way, but we especially loved the day we rode down the mountain back to Bernkastel-Kues. We loved the villages and vineyards. We would highly recommend this trip!
Karen B.
6 months ago
Verified Reviewer
Magellan National Parks of Dalmatia E-Bike & Boat
Croatia
I loved the ease of waking up and a nice route was planned for us. We were outdoors and exercising. Our guides Dora and Allen were excellent.
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