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Umbria - Gastronomy Bike Tour
by Jane F. 2 days ago Permalink/Reply Verified ReviewerEvery minute of the trip was amazing.
Umbria
by Catherine T. 2 weeks ago Permalink/Reply Verified ReviewerWe did the five day/four night tour and it was the highlight of our European holiday. Tripsite were easy and efficient to deal with throughout the booking process, and the team on the ground were also helpful and instructions were easy to follow and detailed. Most of the riding was on country roads, some quite busy, however drivers were generally considerate. Would definitely recommend doing the additional side excursions to towns even if it means an uphill climb. And for that reason would also recommend an e-bike unless you're a regular cyclist.
Puglia - Heel of Italy
by Richard r. 2 weeks ago Permalink/Reply Verified ReviewerThis tour was not my first choice, but I am happy I did it. The ride was along the beautiful Adriatic coast, the accommodations were great, the food was terrific. To make the package complete the guide, who is a part owner of the tour company, was outstanding. One of the best tours I have done.
Sicily - Syracuse, Noto Valley, and Baroque villages
by Maria Luiza L. 3 weeks ago Permalink/Reply Verified ReviewerThe cities of Noto, Syracuse, and Modica. The architecture, atmosphere, and food...
Venice to Florence
by Neil M. 3 weeks ago Permalink/Reply Verified ReviewerWe loved the small roads and bike paths often used to take us in to the villages. The accommodations were well placed in the towns with easy access to restaurants.
Most memorable was the last day (finding the climb quite the challenge ) but the exhilarating run down worth it .To mention more signage in busy areas would be appreciated to put one at ease.
Mantova to Venice or Venice to Mantova
by Donna 3 weeks ago Permalink/ReplyThank you for this very helpful review. We have only done one tripsite vacation which was fabulous.
Were you using an ebike.Bolzano - Mantova - Venice
by Rogan T. 4 weeks ago Permalink/Reply Verified ReviewerMost Memorable Part: Bike with friends.
Boat: Ave Maria
Bolzano - Mantova - Venice
by Barbara E. 4 weeks ago Permalink/Reply Verified ReviewerIt is difficult to choose just one memorable part of the trip. Each day was filled with a new exciting adventure! Even riding a bike in an unexpected downpour was a fun experience when shared with cycling comrades. Seeking out a delicious gelato in a town square was a favorite activity. Exploring and discovering Italy while biking and barging aboard the Ave Maria was a truly delightful experience. Our crew was very helpful and eager to show us how proud they were of their country and all it has to offer. Pumpkin tortellini eaten at an outdoor restaurant was such an enjoyable eating experience! Grazie Mille for a truly amazing cycling adventure!!
Boat: Ave Maria
Bolzano - Mantova - Venice
by Donald B. 1 month ago Permalink/Reply Verified ReviewerEspecially loved the area of the Dolomite Mountains, from Bolzano to Lake Gardia, for the beauty and then arriving in Venice.
Trip was extremely well organized; wonderful crew, special tour guides in Mantova and Venice, good food...and bravo to Vivian and Sonya, excellent guides
The cyclists really got along well so that was an added bonus.
First trip that was guided for us and I was pleasantly surprised. Other trips were self-guided and so was the first part of the trip, from Bolzano to Mantova.
Lack of toilets on the way...Boat: Ave Maria
Bolzano - Mantova - Venice
by Rachel F. 1 month ago Permalink/Reply Verified ReviewerThe best part was the first three days self-guided tour near the Dolomites on our 10 day tour.
Boat: Ave Maria
Mantova to Venice or Venice to Mantova
by Ilene W. 1 month ago Permalink/Reply Verified ReviewerThe Mantova to Venice bike and barge on the Ava Maria! The crew, the ship, the food and our guides were outstanding! Also all the guides we had in the cities and venues were fabulous!
Boat: Ave Maria
Bolzano - Mantova - Venice
by Terry W. 2 months ago Permalink/Reply Verified ReviewerAs professional as the staff were and as delicious the food, the most memorable part of the trip was interacting with fellow travelers. Since the boat can only berth around 40, I was able to get to know almost everyone and learn about their countries and personal histories.
Boat: Ave Maria
Dolomites to Venice
by Alicia F. 3 months ago Permalink/Reply Verified ReviewerMy sister, brother-in-law, and I highly recommend this tour. The views were stunning and the accommodations superb. Dobbiaco was our favorite stop with spectacular views of snow cap mountains, rivers, and UNESCO sites. A breathtaking experience!
Heel of Italy
by Dara W. 3 months ago Permalink/Reply Verified ReviewerThe guide book and route map for the heel of Italy tour were very detailed and informative. Each day there were highlights picked out and sites to see and additional loops to cycle that added interest
The routes picked were along lovely rural roads as much as possible yet brought us through lovely towns and villages and we started in Materea the European city of culture this year
Overall a very enjoyable holiday that was well organized by Tripsite and I would highly recommend these holidaysBolzano - Mantova - Venice
by Avace W. 3 months ago Permalink/Reply Verified ReviewerGuides were amazing. They worked hard to make sure all guests mingled with guests from other countries. Games played encouraged teams working together and finding new information about the villages we visited. Always extra surprises..like visiting the mussel fishermen, panoramic vista of Venice from rooftop. Training on how to use ferry system in Venice invaluable. I didn't think we could get a better tour than our 2018 trip, but this one exceeded all expectations. From snow in the mts. near Bolzano to swimming in the Adriatic, the differences in scenery was dramatic and thrilling. Bikes...so comfortable and fit perfectly. Didn't even need to wear my bike padding! Plenty of time to look around when we went thru villages. What can I say. This tour was the best!
Boat: Ave Maria
Bolzano - Mantova - Venice
by Sandy H. 3 months ago Permalink/Reply Verified ReviewerFabulous trip. Filled with adventure. Highlights included guide, staff, food and overall camaraderie developed with a great group of people!
Boat: Ave Maria
Bolzano - Mantova - Venice
by Gorge M. 3 months ago Permalink/Reply Verified ReviewerMenu and food prep. much better than other bike and barge/cruises we've been on.
Boat: Ave Maria
Mantova to Venice or Venice to Mantova
by Connie M. 3 months ago Permalink/Reply Verified ReviewerThe Venice to Mantua tour was excellent. We particularly enjoyed the stops for cultural and natural sites of interest. The food was wonderful and the staff very helpful.
Boat: Ave Maria
Mantova to Venice or Venice to Mantova
by Greg S. 3 months ago Permalink/Reply Verified ReviewerIt is hard to specify just one thing. The barge was great, the food superb and the staff could not have been better. Even though the weather wasn't great, we had a wonderful time. We're looking forward to booking our next tour.
Boat: Ave Maria
Mantova to Venice or Venice to Mantova
by Sandra B. 3 months ago Permalink/Reply Verified ReviewerThis was our 4th Bike & Barge trip with Tripsite. Our most recent was on the Vita Pugna from Mantova to Venice early May, 2019. We loved our first trip and didn't think it was possible, but somehow, they just keep getting better!
Our guide, Hein, was knowledgeable, friendly, and personable. The staff was wonderful and the dinners were amazing! At each port, they shopped daily for fresh foods and wine, and served us the local specialties of the area. Each night before serving, they described the menu, explained how it was prepared, and paired it with a local wine recommendation.
The cozy, comfortable barge accommodates 20 guests. Even though we represented 6 different countries, there were no differences at all. Everyone was enthusiastic, energetic, fun, friendly and helpful.
The bikes were exceptional and made the rides smooth and comfortable. I usually struggle to keep up, but didn't have any problems this time. The bikes contributed to my ease, and the Read more… pace was ideal!
The routes were well planned, the scenery was lovely, the designated stops were interesting, informative and great fun!
Since the boats and owners, countries, food, scenery, cultures and customs are all different, we don't compare trips. We just embrace the differences and look forward to our next (5th) adventure with Tripsite. They're so great to work with and have always made every effort to accommodate their guests.Boat: Vita Pugna
Mantova to Venice or Venice to Mantova
by Catherine P. 3 months ago Permalink/Reply Verified ReviewerThe entire trip was great. Have highly recommended it to others!
Boat: Vita Pugna
Mantova to Venice or Venice to Mantova
by Berry B. 3 months ago Permalink/Reply Verified ReviewerOur guide (Sylvia) embellished every part of the day, the staff was very friendly, cooperative, accommodating and full of fun...great trip, thanks
Boat: Vita Pugna
Bolzano - Mantova - Venice
by Jehiel from Tripsite 3 months ago Permalink/Reply StaffHi Barbara,
We provide a map and written directions to the boat in your travel information. We also include the number of the captain and emergency contact just in case.
Glad you still had a great time despite this issue!Bolzano - Mantova - Venice
by Barbara C. 3 months ago Permalink/Reply Verified ReviewerThe most memorable part of the trip was the gorgeous scenery around Lake Garda. I wish we could have spent more time there, but much of our time was wasted trying to find the boat. The directions definitely need improvement.
Mantova to Venice or Venice to Mantova
by Teresa H. 3 months ago Permalink/Reply Verified ReviewerThe food was absolutely delicious! We had a very entertaining, informative guide and the rest of the staff on the barge were great! I can’t say enough great things about our experience!!
Bolzano to Venice
by Nancy A. 3 months ago Permalink/Reply Verified ReviewerThis was our eighth cycling tour but our first self-guided. We thoroughly enjoyed cycling through the north of Italy along lovely bike trails away from the crush of other tourists. The guidebooks gave us plenty of suggestions for side trips and places to explore. Leaving Bolzano, the route took us up along a tree-shaded old railway path, with a clifftop castle on one side and a valley of orchards spread out on the other, all within sight of the snow-capped mountains; it was a perfect way to start our adventure.
Bolzano to Venice
by Donna M. 3 months ago Permalink/Reply Verified ReviewerThe overall experience was excellent! We selected a self-guided trip, and were thrilled to enjoy the countryside and magical villages at our own pace.
The signage was a bit tricky to figure out at the start, but once we learned where to look, the directions were spot on.Mantova to Venice or Venice to Mantova
by Susan J. 3 months ago Permalink/Reply Verified ReviewerJust finished the Venice to Mantova about the Vita Pugna. This trip was amazing and exactly as advertised with easy cycling on flat roads. Normally I would have liked more miles but with a record breaking heat wave (topping at 44C one day) that week, the distances worked out well. The chefs Sylvia and Irene are hugely talented and every meal was a delight. I really can't praise the food enough! Fabio did an excellent job as guide and is extremely knowledgeable about the area and gave excellent advice. Eduardo the captain was also very personable and friendly, overall a super crew who obviously enjoyed working together. Our international group had a great time cycling together despite the heat. I hope to do this trip again someday.
Boat: Vita Pugna
Mantova to Venice or Venice to Mantova
by Jehiel from Tripsite 4 months ago Permalink/Reply StaffHi Pam, Thank you for sharing this feedback with us. We were quite surprised by your comments of highly trafficked highways or misleading description. I'm afraid you had a unique experience. The sections of the route that I believe you are referencing (leaving Chioggia, and then the crossing of two rivers (Adige and Brenta) on trafficked bridges) is protected by guard-rail. Tour Leaders always advise about this part, to proceed slowly, in a single line, and pushing the bike (2 min section). However, in your particular week, there was more traffic than usual, because many Italians had their Easter vacations (Easter and national Italian holiday). Apart from this, I can assure you that this cycling tour is largely along the flats of the Po plains, and the daily stages vary from 25 to 55 km – mostly on tarmac cycle paths along rivers and canals, or quiet country roads. As for air condition on the Ave Maria - during spring/fall, there can be cold or warm days, so it can Read more… difficult to balance when temperatures vary a lot in the intermediate seasons, as do clients personal preferences. We are sorry to hear that the tour did not meet your expectations.Mantova to Venice or Venice to Mantova
by POM 4 months ago Permalink/Reply Verified ReviewerMy husband and I have been on 12 European bike/boat tours. We love to see the world this way, and we are usually 100% satisfied and happy when we finish a trip.
In April we took the Ave Maria tour from Venice to Mantova. The first two days we biked on busy highways next to large lorries, semis, and garbage trucks, one of which almost wiped me out. We were shocked at having to ride on these highways because here is the company description of this trip on this website...
"This cycling tour is largely along the flats of the Po plains, and the daily stages vary from 25 to 55 km – mostly on tarmac cycle paths along rivers and canals, or quiet country roads."
The first two days of this trip were not on QUIET COUNTRY ROADS. They were on heavily traveled highways, and they were dangerous and certainly no fun! We will never travel with this company again because they were not truthful about the roads and
paths. This was not a relaxing trip.
On a good Read more… note...we had wonderful food on board. The chefs were amazing, and we looked forward to dinner every night.
The Ave Maria advertises air conditioning. It is true they have it, but they don't turn it on very often, like it is off all night, every night. So most of us had to sleep with our doors wide open. Our rooms were like saunas, with no windows to open. For that reason, I would not recommend this boat, no matter what tour it was on.Boat: Ave Maria