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MARJORIE S.
6 months ago
Verified Reviewer
Around Lake Constance
Austria, Germany, Switzerland
The trip was amazing and we loved seeing all the towns and the countryside. I would rate it as easy-moderate as there were some pretty challenging hills. Also, the directions could be confusing at times.
Bonnie S.
6 months ago
Verified Reviewer
Princesse Royal Metz to Cochem
France, Luxembourg, Germany
The Crew, The CHEF*****, The Views, The Guides, The people we met along the way!!
Taylor R.
6 months ago
Verified Reviewer
Around Lake Constance
Austria, Germany, Switzerland
I loved cycling through the small towns the first 2 days. The buildings were so cute and the flowers were gorgeous! Highly recommend a gel seat pad. We used the wee-hoos for our 2 girls and they were great, however if you are short there are some challenges getting them attached to the bike. The bike shop was great working with us to make it happen, but it took some creative adjustments.
Heidi A.
6 months ago
Verified Reviewer
Primadonna Along the Danube - Four Country Tour
Austria, Germany, Slovakia, Hungary
We enjoyed biking off the route to visit some small towns. Google maps worked great to get us back on track to meet the boat. Really appreciated the knowledgeable guides on the Vienna and Budapest bus tours.
Gabriela C.
6 months ago
Verified Reviewer
Danube Bike Path - Vienna to Budapest
Austria, Hungary, Slovakia
The tour was so well-thought and prepared I only had to cycle and enjoy the ride. Since I was on my own, I joined other groups which made it all the easier and funnier. The towns we stayed were all breathtaking and Im back for more.
Glen H.
6 months ago
Verified Reviewer
Magnifique II Amsterdam to Bruges
Netherlands, Belgium
Excellent staff, from the Captain on down through the chef, support personnel and the two knowledgeable tour guides on the very comfortable and well appointed Magnifique 11.
Tip: the pendulum has swung strongly towards the use of E bikes on this tour. Suggest you put the miles in ahead of time, if you plan to go with a hybrid bike so as to comfortably keep up with the e bikers.
Karen S.
6 months ago
Verified Reviewer
Porto to Lisbon
Portugal
We were concerned with using hybrid versus e-bikes but in the end we’re happy with our decision. The Trek bikes were great, we felt very supported by the local operator. They are available for any questions and issues. The hotels were 4-star quality. Scenery from Porto to Lisbon was everything we dreamed of. Very good trip
Sylvia S.
6 months ago
Verified Reviewer
Elara 1 Lycian Coast
Turkey
The biking routes with Allie’s history lessons and the jumping into the ocean after our day on the bikes!!
Alexander R.
6 months ago
Verified Reviewer
Puglia Food & Wine
Italy
The tour was very enjoyable. We were fortunate in that the weather was clear and the temperatures mostly moderate, with only a short interlude of rain on one of the days. Some of the riding was by the coast, but much of it was slightly inland, amongst olive tree groves and small, quaint Apulian towns. The hotels were satisfactory, the reserved dinners were generally very good, and the reserved breakfasts were acceptable. The self-guided option worked out very well, the maps were easy to follow, and it would likely become our default approach in future. We did meet a number of others along the way, Read More running into each other at recommended stops on the route, at the hotels or at reserved restaurants.
The bikes (my wife on an e-bike, me on a regular hybrid) were in very good condition and the local tour company and their staff were very helpful and service-oriented. The Tripsite staff was also very helpful in providing information and getting us booked, and despite all of their fair warnings that we would lose our payment if we cancelled our trip after a certain date, were happy to accommodate our request to change from the Sep 16 guided option, for which we had paid a high season supplement, to the Sep 23 self-guided option, for an additional fee. Bearing in mind that this was due to a mistake on my part, we appreciate that they made the change, though we would have saved a significant amount of money if we had gotten things right in the first place!
Overall, happy to recommend the region, the tour, and both the local provider and Tripsite.
(Side note for those who follow a vegan / WFPB diet: I was able to get by with fava bean purée with chicory, grilled vegetable side dishes, pizza, pasta, and lots of bread with olive oil!)
Edith S.
6 months ago
Verified Reviewer
Merlijn Nuremberg to Passau
Germany
Everything about the trip was wonderful, the food on the Merlijn was spectacular. Our guide on the bike trip, Ilsa, was well prepared and did an outstanding job leading us. The Merlijn was well managed, clean and organized. Overall it was my best trip ever.
Andrew H.
6 months ago
Verified Reviewer
Magnifique II Amsterdam to Bruges
Netherlands, Belgium
The quality of the boat's amenities, the cuisine and the areas travelled through were exceptional.
My last bike and barge was more than a decade ago. Since then the growth of e-bikes has accelerated. On this tour, 24 of 34 riders were using e-bikes. I'm not convinced that mixing e-bikes and regular bikes is viable.
Kenneth V.
6 months ago
Verified Reviewer
Feniks Bruges to Paris
Belgium, France
Riding through the Belgium and France country-sides on our bicycles..
Craig J.
6 months ago
Verified Reviewer
Camino de Santiago E-Bike Tour
Portugal, Spain
Though the entire self guided Ebike trip was amazing! (except for not being picked up at the airport in Porto on our arrival & having to take a taxis) For me probably the final leg of the EBike trip entering Santiago de Compestela knowing that we just completed the 7 day trip. At age 71 getting the Certificate of Completion is special. Though staying in the Castle in Bayonia & the Torre do Rio Hotel in Caldras de Reis where the waterfall flowed directly into the swimming pool were wonderful as well.
Lizzie B.
6 months ago
Verified Reviewer
Thalassa Cyclades Islands E-bike & Boat
Greece
Trip of a lifetime!!! Everything was absolutely perfect. The crew was amazing and attentive to our every needs. The food was phenomenal! The boat was in perfect condition and if anything came up the crew addressed immediately. The daily bike rides were so scenic, fun and informative. Our lovely guides were just so energetic and organized! I can't say enough good things about this trip, thank you Tripsite!!!
Paul Karolionok • 6 months ago
Previous reviews of the Thalassa have been disappointing. I was told earlier this year that the boat was under going repairs and updates, was this the case on your recent trip. We are interested in a Sept, 2024 trip. We have been on 3 previous bike and barge trips.
MARIANA S.
6 months ago
Verified Reviewer
Florence to Rome - Self Guided
Italy
The way the organization of the tour and attention to detail is remarkable. The places chosen to stay during the tour were the best. The routes are also so well planned and I really enjoyed myself on each day. It was an amazing experience, I feel very greateful and happy with the tour :)))
Please have this kind of tours in Mexico!
Karen L.
6 months ago
Verified Reviewer
I loved the self guided part as we were able to ride as far as we wanted to and stop when we wanted. The scenery from Bolzano to Peschiera was breathtaking. The towns looked like movie sets. The 5 hour ferry ride was also an adventure and exposed the most beautiful scenery imaginable.
The barge crew was great, especially Stephi and Stephani, our fearless guides. Francesco was also a huge help. My room was tiny, but I made it work. The only complaint, and it is minor, is that I have had better food on bike barge excursions. The food on this trip was okay. Not great. Also - need more salads!!
Sandra S.
7 months ago
Verified Reviewer
Swiss Crown Along the Danube - Passau to Vienna
Austria, Germany
Tripsite gives you an opportunity to explore a new region by bicycle, meet new people who share the same goals, a chance to be physically active, and have lots of fun.
Bernard W.
7 months ago
Verified Reviewer
Normandie South Holland Tour
Netherlands
Organization of the trip and the quality of crew and colleagues south holland is terrific cycling the bikes were of high standard
John S.
7 months ago
Verified Reviewer
Prinzessin Katharina Along the Danube - Four Country Tour
Austria, Germany, Slovakia, Hungary
We enjoyed the bike and barge. This was our first time. Staff on board were magnificent. Very well run. Ship was older and showing its age. Could use some refurbishment. Biking was good for easy riders. Bikes were excellent although shock absorbers would have been a bonus. All in all a great time.
sharlene h.
7 months ago
Verified Reviewer
Elara 1 Lycian Coast
Turkey
Loved jumping off the bost at the end of the day after riding in the heat. Pack thermal water bottles if going when its hot.
John S.
7 months ago
Verified Reviewer
Prinzessin Katharina Along the Danube - Four Country Tour
Austria, Germany, Slovakia, Hungary
Great effort by ship crew, and we felt like superb value for the whole trip! Thanks TripSite!
Perry W.
7 months ago
Verified Reviewer
Ave Maria Bolzano-Mantova-Venice
Italy
The first 3 days riding from Bolzano to Mantova were the best. Doing this self guided portion was wonderful...the Ride with GPS maps were spot on and hotel luggage transfers were flawless.
Sylvia M.
7 months ago
Verified Reviewer
Danube Bike Path - Passau to Budapest
Germany, Austria, Hungary, Slovakia
The whole experience was memorable.
My suggestion to others would be that they do not rent a Touring bike for the 10 day - sportiv - version of the trip.
Tyann N.
7 months ago
Verified Reviewer
Romantica Pearls of Dalmatia
Croatia
The people, the beauty of the country, the food and cycling/swimming experiences.
If you are looking to just cycle, cycle cycle this experience for me was leisurely but challenging due to the hilly landscape and I did NOT use an ebike.
Lisa Neufeld
7 months ago
Verified Reviewer
Lycian Coast
Turkey
This tour was incredible from start to finish. The staff was a 10/10, the guide was a 10/10, Food was a 10/10, the outside of the boat was a 7/10, the inside of the boat was a 0/10. Awful. The rooms smelled of gas and mold, quite toxic. The wall was peeling off in the bathroom, no hot water most of the time, shower didn't drain. No mattress covers, no nice bedding - old and gross. Our room was near the generator so the smell of exhaust was terrible, unbearable and toxic the first 2 nights. You guys have to change this. It's not right you make people endure such terrible accommodation, it really takes away from the experience. We would love to recommend this, because everything else was so amazing - but in doing so it comes with a huge warning the rooms are gross and to prepare for the worst.
Carla • 2 months ago Tripsite Staff
Hi Lisa,
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. We're so happy to hear you enjoyed so much of your tour. We're so sorry to hear of your negative experience in your cabin. We agree this is totally not acceptable for a comfortable stay. We have decided for the 2024 season and moving forward, we will not be using the Elara 1 to accommodate our guests anymore. Nonetheless I hope you were able to bring home many warm memories of your trip to Turkey!
Nikki B.
7 months ago
Verified Reviewer
Around Lake Constance
Austria, Germany, Switzerland
Amazing scenery and wonderfully organized. We were extremely fortunate with the weather for our 5day tour. Being late September, it was harvest season and we watched them unloading, weighing and processing grapes at the winery in the centre of Meersburg, as well as cycling through orchards of apples and pears at the peak of harvest.
On the weekend there were multiple events around the Untersee, including a rally car event, Porsche event, and moped event. Travelled through picturesque towns, as well as agriculture fields with cows and sheep with the iconic sound of their traditional bells. Most of the ride we were on trails designated for bikes exclusively, and where the bike trails were shared , with either traffic or pedestrians, priority and respect was given to cyclists. This route had very few hills. The hotels were well organized for bike storage
Pamela R.
7 months ago
Verified Reviewer
Vita Pugna Mantova to Venice or Venice to Mantova
Italy
We saw such beautiful scenery and wonderful sites from ages past. But our tour guide made the trip for us. He was entertaining, informative, and we always knew what we were seeing. He welcomed our questions and kept us well informed of our next moves. He also put together an excellent video of our trip so I didn’t feel I needed to stop and take pictures of every little thing. He captured the trip beautifully. Also, the people we met I hope will be in my life from now on. Great experience I wouldn’t trade for anything.
Keith R.
7 months ago
Verified Reviewer
Southern France Canal du Midi Bike Tour
France
We had a great time on this trip. It is easy cycling so good for newbies. The cassoulet at the Castelnaudary lodging was excellent. As was the place itself.
We used the GPS files so no problem navigating. Others mentioned the written directions could use work. Bikes were very good and we had no problems.
Would recommend taking the alternate routes some days. They go off the canal for better views.
For a picnic lunch go to Le Relais de Sully in Villesèquelande. Very well provisioned store.
If having lunch on the last day go to Marseillan Port, not Plage. Very limited options. Or power through and stop at La Parenthèse (accès N°23) almost at Sète. For which you will pay more but beautiful beach and food.
Gail D.
7 months ago
Verified Reviewer
Panagiota Ionian Islands
Greece
Our guides Isabell and Raphael were fantastic. They made every ride, every meal, every port come alive and exciting. They were very knowledgeable and able to share the history of all the areas we rode through. Route was awesome .
We also had a wonderful cohesive fun group of international riders.
New friendships and memories made
The boat needs some updating and maintenance to its electrical , air conditioning and plumbing. Great crew!!
Gregory H.
7 months ago
Verified Reviewer
Merlijn Würzburg to Nuremberg
Germany
One of the guests arrived on the barge not well. Instead of isolating himself in his cabin until he was better and or testing himself for covid he carried on. Within a few days a number of guests came down with covid.Even though the captain suggested covid is just like having a cold a number of guests were very sick , were unable to cycle, and obviously had a horrible time.
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