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4.6 out of 5

 


Phyllis C.
September 25, 2018

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· Along the Danube - Passau to Vienna

Very pleasant trip. The route included portions along the river as well as through picturesque villages, farmland, and vineyards. Daily mileage was perfect for us casual riders. The last day of riding through the Wachau area was the most enjoyable; we wish there would have been more time to explore the tasting rooms and shops in Dürnstein.
There was only a minor problem in communication with the tour director over the the time of an optional paid activity that several members of the group did not get to attend. I didn't feel the problem was addressed well.

Countries included in this tour?
Austria, Germany

Deirdre R.
September 25, 2018

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· Along the Danube - Passau to Vienna

Most Memorable Part? The biking, totally. It’s ok if your friend chooses not to ride, there are others en route who make it pleasant. The staff were overly attentive! So helpful

Countries included in this tour?
Austria, Germany

Lindsay Z.
September 25, 2018

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· Prague to Dresden - A Tale of Two Rivers

Biking the "Prague to Dresden - Tale of Two Rivers" trip was a very enjoyable experience. We enjoyed the lovely scenery and our hotels along the way. We liked biking at our own pace with our detailed route instructions. I have been highly recommending this trip since we returned home, and I can't wait to do another cycling adventure in the future.

Countries included in this tour?
Czech Republic, Germany

Laura W.
September 25, 2018

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· Along the Danube - Four Country Tour

The Along the Danube Four-Country tour far surpassed our expectations. The cabins on the MS Carissima are more spacious than large cruise ship cabins I've had in the past. The food was truly amazing, and the chef endeavored to offer the option of a dish native to the country we were in each night. The staff was wonderful and went above and beyond for us.

And then there was the scenery! It was simply breathtaking! The comfort bikes are appropriately named; so much so that I would love to buy one to replace the bike I have at home. Riding along the Danube was such a spectacular way to really get a feel for the country.

We had two people in our group who elected not to bicycle, for health reasons, and they loved the trip too. Apparently, relaxing with a drink on the sun deck was another very pleasurable way to see things.

I highly recommend this trip!

Countries included in this tour?
Austria, Germany, Slovakia, Hungary

Bob T.
September 25, 2018

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· Mosel & Saar

The opportunity to experience rural Germany close up was awesome and made even better with the efforts of our guide and crew.

Countries included in this tour?
Germany

Kathryn G.
September 25, 2018

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· Along the Danube - Four Country Tour

We had a great time. The bike rides were so much fun with ferry rides and beautiful scenery. The staff on board were excellent. Food, OMG, it was fabulous and served so elegantly. They very graciously accommodated my gluten sensitivity. And we had two great parties. I have recommended this trip to many friends. What a great way to see the country.

Countries included in this tour?
Austria, Germany, Slovakia, Hungary

Jennifer G.
September 25, 2018

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· Along the Danube - Four Country Tour

We had a wonderful time on the bike/boat on the Danube.
The guide Axel was terrific. He took us to some out of the way places. He offered suggestions. The ride was scenic and easy to ride. 90% if the bike paths were paved which made riding easy. The bicycle crew was awesome. The bike were lined up and ready to go each morning.
The accommodation and food exceeded my expectation. Rooms were clean but walls between rooms are thin.
We will definitely do another trip with Tripsite.

Countries included in this tour?
Austria, Germany, Slovakia, Hungary

Dale K.
September 25, 2018

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Along the Danube - Passau, Bratislava, and Vienna (old version)

We biked the Danube, 7 days departing Passau and had one of the best weeks ever. Our cabin was beyond what we expected and very comfortable. The tour director gave us great information for our following days cycle. The dining both breakfast and dinner couldn't be faulted.
A peaceful, relaxing week, where we only had to think about the experience.

Countries included in this tour?
Austria, Germany, Slovakia

Anita G.
September 25, 2018

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· Along the Danube - Four Country Tour

The MS Arkona was a lovely ship, very clean and comfortable. Unfortunately The Danube River was low and we were bus to Budapest where we had a nice tour. The biking on the trip was scenic, and a lot of fun. Due to a change in itinerary we were shorted a day of biking but that was out of anyone’s control. The bikes could have been newer because they were not operating at their best.
My e bike was wonderful but was grinding gears quite often.
The food on the ship could have been better. Breakfast could have had more fresh fruit, granola, oatmeal with other breakfast specialties. The dinners lacked fresh salads. My favorite meal was when we were on the boat for lunch one day and had a fresh salad bar with soup and pasta.
The tour guide on the boat could have been more communicative and answered questions more readily. The explanation of the bike riding should have included an overview map of the riding from point A to point B everyday.
Overall the trip was good and the weather conditions with the Danube were out of the tour company’s control. The biking that we did do was spectacular!

Countries included in this tour?
Austria, Germany, Slovakia, Hungary

Greg T.
September 25, 2018

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· Koblenz to Saarburg

Relaxing, easy route coupled with comfortable boat made for a memorable trip.

Countries included in this tour?
Germany

Lisa S.
September 25, 2018

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· Mainz to Merzig

We were on the Merlijn from Merzig to Mainz; biking along the Mosell and Rhine Rivers. We biked through vineyards, sunflower fields and picturesque, quaint towns. This was our fifth bike and barge tour booked through Tripsite and we are looking forward to the next.

Countries included in this tour?
Germany

Bruce & Dianna Reynolds
September 21, 2018

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· Mainz to Bamberg

We just completed this tour and had a great time. Jantien prepared some amazing meals for all of us and went out of her way to help any guest who may have a question,a problem, a dietary concern or any other matter. At night after all her chores were done she would sit down with us and join in with a glass of wine to talk about the days bike tour. Henk, our captain, crew Klara and Ahmed always had a smile on their face , kept the boat spotless, ready with a glass of wine or beer after a day of biking and just nice people. Finally our guide Lia, she was one of us. Whether it was talking about a certain Benedictine Abbey, sampling barley at a brewery or adjusting a bike seat she was special.

Countries included in this tour?
Germany

Bonnie W.
September 18, 2018

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· Romantic Road & the Bavarian Lakes

Be adventurous and try a self-guided trip in Germany. You'll enjoy beautiful scenery, lakes warm enough to swim in and charming Bavarian towns. The routes are well marked. If you enjoy cycling at your own pace, this is the trip for you.

Countries included in this tour?
Germany

Pat C.
September 18, 2018

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· Mainz to Merzig

This is a must trip for anyone who embraces the Bike and Barge experience with a small group. The Merlijn is an extremely well managed boat with the owners attending to every detail in a friendly and caring manor. This trip checks off all the boxes, good food and drink, comfortable accommodation and arguably some of the most beautiful scenery in Europe. My only suggest is to book it early as it fills up quickly and in particular on this boat.

Countries included in this tour?
Germany

Vincent D.
September 14, 2018

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· Baltic Sea

The Baltic Sea cycle was one of our best cycle experiences with magnificent forest, sea and landscape. Tripsite took care of everything including The Weather. It was the German Riviera with the most beautiful towns in which we stayed from Lubeck to Stralsund.
Thank you Tripsite and your wonderful staff.

Countries included in this tour?
Germany

George P.
September 14, 2018

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· Mosel & Saar

The scenery was gorgeous, there were quaint little towns around every bend of the Saar and Mosel rivers. Our bike guide was excellent and very knowledgeable about the areas we were at. The food was plentiful and dinners were way above average. Great tour!

Countries included in this tour?
Germany

Dan C.
September 6, 2018

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· Along the Danube - Four Country Tour

Best part? The cycling along the Wachau valley

Countries included in this tour?
Austria, Germany, Slovakia, Hungary

Lois K.
August 27, 2018

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· Along the Danube - Passau to Vienna

The entire trip was greater than expected! The staff bent over backwards to accommodate. The gorgeous Danube!

Countries included in this tour?
Austria, Germany

Lori C.
August 27, 2018

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· Along the Danube - Four Country Tour

I adored the trip from start to finish. The scenery, the towns and cities and of course seeing everything by bike. I met wonderful people who share a love of travel and adventure. The only problem with the trip was the tour leader. He was condescending and rude to several guests. The rest of the staff was phenomenal. I would do this trip again tomorrow.

Countries included in this tour?
Austria, Germany, Slovakia, Hungary

Gail W.
August 23, 2018

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· Along the Danube - Four Country Tour

Bike Boat 4 countries Germany, Austria, Slovakia and Hungary - most memorable part of the trip was experiencing the Danube River up close; boat was comfortable and so smooth sometimes I had to look out the window to see if we were moving

Countries included in this tour?
Austria, Germany, Slovakia, Hungary

Wendy T.
August 20, 2018

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· Along the Danube - Four Country Tour

Most Memorable Part? The beauty & grandeur of the Danube...and the ability to enjoy this while riding a bike!

Countries included in this tour?
Austria, Germany, Slovakia, Hungary

Earl W.
August 20, 2018

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Along the Danube - Passau, Bratislava, and Vienna (old version)

Best part of the trip was bicycling through the scenic Wachau wine region. The views of the Danube River and vineyards were magical. Views like you see in PBS commercials for Viking cruises. Bratislava was the most pleasant surprise. A beautiful city with an active cafe culture that is not as big and intimidating as Vienna.

If you are unsure of your bicycling skills consider the hop-on hop-off tour option for Vienna instead of the bicycle tour. The crowds and heavy traffic make the bicycle tour slightly treacherous.

The hardest bicycling day ironically was the first day with steep hills up to the Mauthausen concentration camp and the Clam Castle both of which were worth seeing. If you question whether you are in good enough physical condition for this trip rent the electric bikes, they make a huge difference.

Countries included in this tour?
Austria, Germany, Slovakia

Susan W.
August 14, 2018

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· Along the Danube - Four Country Tour

I would highly recommend this trip. The food was fantastic. The rooms were of a good size and clean. The staff were friendly and helpful. The cycle route were scenic and enjoyable. I would definitely do another.

Countries included in this tour?
Austria, Germany, Slovakia, Hungary

Yael U.
August 14, 2018

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· Three Country

My third trip booked through Tripsite.com and my third wonderful summer of biking! Three years ago, We traveled through Provence Villages. Last year through Slovenia and Croatia, and this year through Three Counties - Netherland, Belgium and Germany. We have LOVED each of these explorations: countrysides, villages, forests, inns, seasides, agriculture, architecture and delicacies. The days were never dull, they were not too difficult, they filled us with a sense of peace and joy. We completed our trip in Europe excited to dream of where our next Tripsite adventure might take us!

Countries included in this tour?
Netherlands, Belgium, Germany

Louise M.
August 6, 2018

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· Mainz to Cologne

We loved our bike and barge tour from Mainz to Cologne. The food was great, the scenery amazing! Biking is the perfect way to appreciate the environment in a relaxed way and truly immerse yourself in the experience. Two suggestions - have the tour briefings in the evening between Entree and Main course (it was a pain having to wait til 9am in the morning when we are early risers) and have branded reusable water bottles that can be filled up at water stations each day (instead of contributing to plastic bottle waste). Thank you.

Countries included in this tour?
Germany

Paul H.
July 31, 2018

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· Along the Danube - Four Country Tour

What an unforgettable trip! We were able to take our 75 year old dad and he cycled the whole thing easily. The touring days in the cities were full, overwhelming, and inspiring for someone who's never seen the rich history of Europe. Cruising down the river while eating a 4 course dinner was a perfect finish to cycling though forests and orchards all day. It was a perfect combination of cycling, cruising, relaxing and sight seeing. I would recommend it to anyone!

Countries included in this tour?
Austria, Germany, Slovakia, Hungary

Sherry D.
July 30, 2018

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· Along the Danube - Four Country Tour

This was a perfect way to spend a holiday. The food was AMAZING! The staff was personable, kind, and so very efficient with all they do. I was pleasantly surprised with all the paved bike paths and the number of cyclists out traveling on vacation. It was inspirational to interact with them along the way. Thank you, [Normandie](https://www.tripsite.com/bike-boat/boats/comfort/ms-normandie/) and staff. We had a fantastic time!

Countries included in this tour?
Austria, Germany, Slovakia, Hungary

Brad C.
July 24, 2018

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· Prague to Dresden - A Tale of Two Rivers

The Prague to Dresden bike ride was an amazing vacation. Everyday there were beautiful sites and scenery that made the journey a really memorable trip. Each night we lodged in picturesque towns along the route and always near the city square where we enjoyed great dining and sightseeing. Would highly recommend to anyone looking for a really unique biking vacation in the heart of Europe.

Countries included in this tour?
Czech Republic, Germany

Nancy B.
July 24, 2018

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· Berlin to Malchin

The most memorable part of our bike and barge trip from Malchin to Berlin was the day we biked on the Isle of Usedom. The landscape was beautiful, the beach front area was full of interesting shops and restaurants where we ate spaghetti ice, a childhood favorite treat of my husband. He has waited years to share this moment with our kids. We topped off the day with a swim in the Baltic Sea which was full of big waves and surrounded by soft, white sand.

Countries included in this tour?
Germany, Poland

Kathryn H.
July 24, 2018

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· Berlin to Malchin

One of my favorite parts of the trip was jumping off the boat into the canal. It was the end of a long, fun day of bike riding. The canal was clear and perfect for jumping. Everyone jumped off and everyone did fun tricks. The funniest was when Paul fell off and I never could keep a straight face around him again (Paul didn't get hurt except his pride btw). Captain Henk even put down a ladder to make climbing to the dock easier.

Countries included in this tour?
Germany, Poland

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