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Follow road signs that read like a wine list as you navigate your way through the idyllic environs of Bordeaux. Crisscross the banks of the Garonne River and cycle past medieval villages, magnificent châteaux and alongside vineyards that belong to some of the most celebrated appellations in the world. Pause your pedals for exclusive tastings at renowned estates, delightful bistro and picnic lunches and well-deserved downtime at your sumptuous hotels. By the end of your journey, the otherwise nebulous terms of tannin, terroir and tradition will be a natural part of your vocabulary.

Traditionally, the Camino de Santiago is about soul searching, but we’re more interested in soul-stirring. It starts with riding while others walk, to feel serenity in the saddle. It continues in the farm-fresh meals we enjoy en route, and the passion of the people who prepare them. And it culminates at the resplendent Reis Católicos, a stone’s throw from the cathedral.

In Laos, discover a UNESCO-protected city filled with colonial architecture, a Buddhist legacy, and miles of tranquil Mekong-side riding with lush landscapes on the horizon. Switch gears and explore Siem Reap’s ancient Khmer temples of Angkor at sunrise and revel in the hospitality of the exceptionally friendly Cambodian locals. Across these unique regions, connect with the vibrant nature and culture through rare intimate experiences.

See The World on Two Wheels

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Explore Melnik by bike, pedalling along the vineyards and farmland. Our path will lead us to a viewpoint overlooking a forest of sandstone pinnacles. Continue to the nearby Rozhen Monastery, with three distinct preserved wings, each from a different century: the 16th, 17th and 18th. After contemplating this spiritual place in the company of one of the monks, return to the hotel for a wine tasting featuring the best Bulgarian wines and dinner created by one of the country’s finest chefs.

Biking in Romania & Bulgaria

In Romania, explore Transylvania, surrounded by the Carpathian Mountains.&nbsp;These lush and craggy peaks shelter one of the most mysterious and beautiful landscapes in Europe and home to wolves, foxes, wild boar and other denizens of the forest.&nbsp;Over in Bulgaria, hut the trails of Mount Vitosha, the oldest nature park on the Balkan Peninsula, and pass along ice-age stone rivers and beech-pine forests, backdropped by spectacular views over the ancient city of Sofia.

Romania & Bulgaria Walking

Romania has witnessed the long march of history through the lens of many a ruler: from Greeks, Romans, Saxons, Turks up to the last vestiges of Communism. Here, you'll see astonishingly well-preserved rural villages that retain their old ways as still-standing castle strongholds and medieval towers bear witness to the ages. Bulgaria likewise has long been a crossroad of cultures—a fusion&nbsp;of Eastern Orthodox tradition, Byzantine art, Ottoman architecture and everpresent Pagan practices. This diversity is found in its landscape, too: a patchwork of farmland, alpine peaks, curious caves and rock formations that skirt the horizon.&nbsp;

"I make sure travellers plan to spend a day or two exploring the two major cities of these regions: Bucharest and Sofia. They're awash in history and pleasant to wander through, with their large green spaces and elegant neighbourhoods plus an abundance of excellent restaurants to choose from."

Discover astonishingly well-preserved rural villages that retain their old ways as still-standing castle strongholds and medieval towers bearing witness to the ages in Romania and Bulgaria. 

Affectionately known as B&amp;R’s Indiana Jones, Tom has visited 40 countries, lived in six, and has a finely honed sense of how to knock travellers’ socks clean off the continent. Tom’s odysseys (his word, not ours) are known for being 97% life-giving… 3% crazy. (Warning: may reverse ageing.)

40 Countries and Counting

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Walk the Sacred Valley’s ruins. Hike the Inca Trail’s cloud forests. See Machu Picchu after the tourists leave. And dine in a real Incan palace.

This morning after breakfast, we say adios to Peru.  For those with flights home or beyond today, transport to the Cusco airport will be provided.

If you have any concerns about your return flight reservations, your guides will be happy to re-confirm them for you prior to the end of your trip.

Daily walks range between 3 to 11 km (1.85 to 6.85 mi.), on cobbled city streets, grassy terraced hillsides and the winding footpaths of the Inca Trail. We travel through the Sacred Valley at altitudes between 2,100 and 3,700 m (6900 to 12000 ft). Apart from the challenging walk up to Machu Picchu, the trip is moderate. You may find, however, that the altitude requires more effort than at lower elevations. Expect some uneven stairs on our hikes in the ruins as well as some sheer drop offs in places.

Butterfield & Robinson will provide you with a pick-up service from the airport to your hotel upon arrival in Cusco, provided that you send us your flight arrival information well ahead of your scheduled trip date. There will be a B&R representative waiting at the airport for you, so please look for the B&R sign or a placard with your name on it.

We will meet in the lobby of the Hotel Palacio Nazarenas on the morning of our first day. Please be dressed for walking. If there are any changes to the rendezvous details, your guides will leave a message at your hotel. Please ensure we have all your pre-trip contact information.

Explore Puglia's sun-soaked shores, sophisticated towns and abundant olive groves, then indulge in the cucina rustica after a superb seaside ride.

Your trip will end at the main train station in St. Pierre des Corps in time for the direct 10:39am train to Paris Montparnasse. Most flights from Paris to North America depart in the late morning or early afternoon; therefore it will be difficult (though not impossible) to fly home that day. We recommend spending at least one night in Paris unless you are disposed to catch an earlier train on your own. Those who need to go to CDG airport can take the 10:54am train arriving at CDG airport at 1:04pm. Those who need to get to the airport earlier than 1pm will have to arrange a separate transfer at their own expense.

Most of the riding on this trip is level with gentle grades, but be aware that the Loire Valley is not flat, there are several longer climbs. The daily distances average 45 km (28 mi.). There are three layover days, which allow for some shorter routes and, for avid cyclists, longer options.

We will meet in the hotel lobby before driving about 30 minutes to the start of our first ride near the Loire and Cher Rivers! Please be dressed to bike. Your guides will leave a message at your hotel if there are any changes to the rendezvous details. Please ensure we have all your pre-trip contact information.

After your trip, there are three scheduled times between 6:00 AM and 10:00 AM for drives to the airport in Bari. If you have any concerns about your return flights, your guides will be happy to re-confirm them for you prior to the end of your trip.

Our first three days of biking are on rolling coastal and flat interior roads winding through olive groves. Our last two days are along rolling terrain through vineyards and groves. Daily distances range from 46 to 80 km (29 to 50 mi.).

After meeting at the hotel, we'll get fitted for our bikes and head out on a flat route that travels into old town Otranto. Please be dressed for biking when we meet. If there are any changes to your itinerary, your guide(s) will leave a message at your hotel. For this reason, please ensure we have all your pre-trip contact information

Following an ancient route, we will pedal the rolling hills of Prosecco from Marostica to Conegliano and onto timeless Venice, where the trip culminates in the famously renowned city of canals. En route, we’ll make a foray into Valdobbiadene and perfectly preserved medieval Bassano del Grappa, the region home to radicchio, asparagus, risotto and tiramisu. In this region, the culinary adventures are as extraordinary as the scenery!

Nowhere does the slowing down feel more apropos than Piemonte, the birthplace of Slow Food, where epicurean delights await around every corner and verdant vineyards abound. We pair our meals with many of the best vintages (on us, natch), then kick back at the intimate and gorgeous La Villa.

Riding in Rioja is a sensory experience. Your eyes won’t believe the vineyard-covered hills of neighbouring Ribera del Duero. Your body won’t believe the comfort of the 5-star Abadia Retuerta Le Domaine Hotel. Your taste buds will never tire of the tapas, pintxos, and barbecued meats—not to mention the world-famous wine. And your mind? Totally and utterly blown.

In Pursuit of Terroir

In Tuscany, our menu includes Chiana (home to famed beef), Chianti (as in the wine), pici (the pasta from Pienza) and an evening in sublime Siena.

We'll drop you off at the Santa Maria Novella train station, in time for the trains to Rome, Milan or Pisa. If you have any concerns about your return train reservations, your guides will be happy to re-confirm them for you prior to the end of your trip.

We cover hilly terrain, but we’ve kept the average daily distance to a moderate 38 km (24 miles). As much as possible, we avoid the steepest climbs, but please be aware that Tuscany is hilly.

We will meet in the lobby of the Grand Hotel Minerva at 9:30am; please be dressed to bike. Your guide(s) will leave a message at your hotel if there are any changes to the rendezvous details. Please ensure we have all your pre-trip contact information.

We will meet in the lobby of the Westin Excelsior at 8:30am; please be dressed to bike. Your guide(s) will leave a message at your hotel if there are any changes to the rendezvous details. Please ensure we have all your pre-trip contact information.

Unimaginable vistas and incredible walks await. Bask in Bellagio’s beauty, luxuriate in “Swiss Riviera” Lugano, and relax in stress-free Stresa.

We will drop you off at the Milan Malpensa airport or the Milano Centrale train station.

We cover a variety of terrain. Some walks are on mountain trails with strenuous ups and downs. A number of trails follow narrow footpaths through woods, while others are on well-surfaced small roads. Hiking boots are required for some days. Daily distances average 10 km (6 mi.), with options for easier or more challenging hikes.

We will meet in the lobby of the Hilton Hotel; please be dressed for walking. Your guides will leave a message at your hotel if there are any changes to the rendezvous details. Please ensure we have all your pre-trip contact information.

In our second home, sumptuous cuisine, miles of vine-side paths, exclusive access and deep oenological immersion await—as do our expert friends.

We'll drop you off at the Le Creusot-Montceau TGV train station in time for the mid-morning TGV to Paris. There is also a direct TGV to CDG leaving at 6:32 am for anyone looking to fly home internationally.

The first portion of this trip alternates between relatively flat routes and some hilly rides. Distances range from 27 to 44 km (17 to 27 mi) with options every day, including the Century Ride of 100 km. In general we follow narrow, quiet roads through vineyards, farmland, forests and charming towns. Burgundy has been credited with having the best biking, not just in France, but the world.

We'll meet in the lobby of the Grand Hotel la Cloche; please be dressed to bike. Your guides will leave a message at your hotel if there are any changes to the rendezvous details. Please ensure we have all your pre-trip contact information.

We'll drop you off at the Dijon train station in time for the mid-morning TGV to Paris. Most flights to North America from Paris depart in the late morning or early afternoon making it difficult, though not impossible, to make a same-day connection. We therefore recommend staying the night in Paris.

There's much to see in Ireland's west—and more to taste than you might think: from frothy Guinness and fresh mussels to tender lamb and wild-caught salmon.

We will drop you off back in Galway, where trains for Dublin and rental cars are available. Note that the time is subject to change, depending upon the train schedule to Dublin. If you have any concerns about your return train reservations, your guides will be happy to re-confirm them for you prior to the end of your trip. Your guides can also help you to arrange direct transfers to Dublin or Shannon airports.

The terrain is generally rolling, with rare flat sections. That said, the climbs and descents are generally neither long nor steep. Daily distances average around 41 km (25.5 mi.), with several challenging longer options available.

We will rendezvous in the lobby of The Galmont and drive south into the heart of The Burren. If there are any changes to the rendezvous details, B&R will either be in touch before you depart, or will leave a message at your hotel. Please ensure we have all your pre-trip contact information.

Delve into Dali’s backyard: ride rolling volcanic hills dwarfed by the Pyrenees, explore time-stamped villages and feast on molecular cuisine.

We will arrange onward travel to the train station or the airport. We recommend spending time in this magnificent city either before or after your B&R trip.

The riding is varied with the majority of terrain being rolling hills and flat stretches on quiet country roads. There will be a couple of challenging climbs that can be conquered at your own pace (and perhaps even enjoyed, as they bring us to more amazing vistas!) In order to avoid some of the busier roads, our routes sometimes include unpaved gravel and dirt roads. The days’ distances range from 25 to 52 km (15.5 to 33 mi.), with options for more every day.

We will rendezvous in the lobby of the Monument Hotel before transferring about an hour and a half into the riding paradise of La Garrotxa!  Please be dressed to bike. Your guides will leave a message at your hotel if there are any changes to the rendezvous details. Please ensure we have all your pre-trip contact information.

Adventure extends beyond borders

Tilting at windmills? Hardly. See the coast that inspired the Dutch Masters, then taste the culinary magic of the three-star Manoir Inter Scaldes.

After breakfast, your B&R guides will say goodbye to you. They will be happy of course to assist with your further travel plans and help organize transfers to Amsterdam, Bruges, Gent, Antwerp or Brussels.

We bike along truly flat bike paths and quiet country roads. Although the routes are flat, we may encounter headwinds on some days. Average daily distance is 45 km (28 miles).

We'll meet in the lobby of Hotel Pulitzer and take a short drive directly into the heart of the bulb fields, where we’ll get a behind-the-scenes look at how the flowers are grown before meeting our bikes. It’s a short easy ride to the main floral attraction: Keukenhof Gardens, where seven million flowers are on display! Please be dressed to ride this morning and bring with you anything you might need for the day (camera, sunglasses, raincoat, etc.) as your luggage will go directly to The Hague. If there are any last minute changes to our rendezvous time, your guides will leave a message at your hotel. Please ensure we have all your pre-trip contact information.

Bustling souks, breathtaking Berber camps, crumbling Kasbahs and camel rides over the silky Sahara: no, this isn't a mirage—it's a dream come true.

The trip will end after breakfast in Marrakech. Your guides can help arrange transportation to the airport, if needed. We recommend staying another day in Marrakech after the trip has finished.

Daily biking distances usually vary from 20 to 50 km (12 to 30 mi.), with options on some days as far as 62 km (40 mi.). The terrain is generally flat, with a few hills along the way when we’re closer to the High Atlas Mountains. The difficulty of the ride often depends on which way the wind is blowing. The walking routes are mostly flat, except for our day in the Atlas Mountains.

We'll meet in the lobby of the Berbere Palace Hotel in Ouarzazate. Your guides will leave a message at your hotel if there are any changes to the rendezvous details. Please ensure we have all your pre-trip contact information.

From our chef friend's private dining room to quaint villages perched above lavender landscapes, experience Provence at its most quintessential.

We drop you off at the train station in time to catch a mid-morning TGV for Paris’ Gare de Lyon train station. Please be aware that most flights to North America from Paris depart in the late morning or early afternoon making it difficult, though not impossible to make a same-day connection home. To avoid rushing, you might want to make arrangements to stay in Paris. If you have any concerns about your return train reservations, your guides will be happy to re-confirm them for you prior to the end of your trip.

Most of the riding on this trip is quite manageable, becoming slightly more challenging on Day 3 when we head westward. However, where the hills are challenging, the B&R van is there to help out weary riders. We do our best to keep the riding on quiet roads. Daily distances average 50 km (31 mi.), with the option for a 100 km (62 mi.) on Day 4.

We meet in morning in the lobby of the Hotel d'Europe - Avignon.  Please be dressed for biking. A If there are any late changes, your guides will leave a message at your hotel. For that reason, please ensure we have all your pre-trip contact information.

We meet in morning in the lobby of the Hotel d'Erurope - Avignon.  Please be dressed for biking. A If there are any late changes, your guides will leave a message at your hotel. For that reason, please ensure we have all your pre-trip contact information.

Revel in Ravello, enjoy lunch delivered by horseback, stay in breathtaking—and B&R-exclusive—hotels and experience "The Path of the Gods."

We will drop you off at the airport in Naples where taxis are readily available for transfers downtown or to the train station, depending on your plans. If you have any concerns about your post-trip travel arrangements and reservations, your guides will be happy to re-confirm them for you prior to the end of your trip.

This walking trip covers a variety of terrain that at times is challenging. The landscape can be quite mountainous, so be prepared for plenty of ups and downs. Those with vertigo may find some of the walks uncomfortable. Daily distances average 5 to 8 km, with some options for less (or more) challenging hikes. A number of our walks are on narrow footpaths along mountainsides, while others follow well-surfaced roads. Hiking boots are required on some walks. Please note that van support is limited on this trip due to the inaccessibility of trails by vehicle.

We will meet in the lobby of the Grand Albergo Vesuvio at 9:15am; please be dressed to walk. We also suggest bringing along a light jacket, as we'll be boating to Capri today. Your guide(s) will leave a message at your hotel if there are any changes to the rendezvous details. Please ensure we have all your pre-trip contact information.

Savour great vintages, epicurean delights and stunning rides in the home of Slow Food, where our expert friends await to welcome—and spoil—you.

We will drop you off either at the airport or in downtown Turin. Your guides will be happy to re-confirm your flight or train reservations for you prior to the end of your trip, or to arrange alternate transfers should you be heading straight to Milan or elsewhere in Italy.

The riding varies, with all varieties of uphill and down (and even—VERY occasionally—a hint of flat). Roads are delightfully quiet, although with the occasional short rough patch. Both hybrid and road bikes are perfectly suitable for this trip’s terrain and roads.  If you complete the full option daily rather than taking advantage of van shuttles, the trip would be rated avid: e-bikes are highly recommended for anyone not in love with challenging hill climbs.

We will meet in the lobby of the NH Principi di Piemonte ; please be dressed to bike. Your guides will leave a message at your hotel if there are any changes to the rendezvous details. Please ensure we have all your pre-trip contact information.

In the Valley of Kings, one castle just won't do—which is why we stay at two on this epic ride through history. Oh, and the food? Fit for a king.

We will meet in the hotel lobby before driving about 20 minutes to the start of our first ride near the Loire and Cher Rivers! Please be dressed to bike. Your guides will leave a message at your hotel if there are any changes to the rendezvous details. Please ensure we have all your pre-trip contact information.

We will meet in the hotel lobby before driving about 45 minutes to the start of our first ride near the Loire and Cher Rivers! Please be dressed to bike. Your guides will leave a message at your hotel if there are any changes to the rendezvous details. Please ensure we have all your pre-trip contact information.

In a corner of France where the biking is as legendary as the wine, ride past scenic vineyards and feast your way through the verdant home of foie gras.

We will drop you off at the train station in Libourne on time for the 10:42am direct train to Paris Montparnasse or the 10:21am train to Bordeaux, for your onward travel. Bon voyage!

Our average bike ride is 53 km, with the option one day to do a 102 km Century Ride. Our ride in the Entre Deux Mers lets you warm up your legs, as the topography is flat or very gently rolling. The Dordogne’s terrain means that each day involves a few challenging hills—but the climbs and descents are either short or gradual, ranging between 163m and 889m. Most roads are very quiet, with a few busier sections in towns.

We will meet in the lobby of the Grand Hotel de Bordeaux, ready to bike. Your guides will leave a message at your hotel if there any changes to the rendezvous details. Please ensure we have all your pre-trip contact information.

We will drop you off at the train station in Libourne on time for the 10:42 am direct train to Paris Montparnasse or the 10:40 am train to Bordeaux, for your onward travel. Bon voyage!

Stroll centuries-old temples, soak in theraputic mountain hot springs and marvel at the pristine beauty of Japan's countryside.

You’ll say goodbye to your guides in the late afternoon—you may choose stay a night in Kanazawa as further exploration is certainly recommended in this great city...or you may choose to take the newest bullet train line back to Tokyo (we recommend the 3:57pm train and please ask your travel advisor about booking train tickets on drop off day before starting the trip).

Our walks average 8-10 km (5-6 mi) over the first five days. The final day is reserved for gentle strolls through town and time at the spa.

Meet your guides this morning dressed to walk.  A transfer will bring us from the kinetic energy of Kyoto to the tranquility of rural Japan and ancient Nara.

You’ll say goodbye to your guides in the late afternoon—you may choose stay a night in Kanazawa as further exploration is certainly recommended in this great city...or you may choose to take the newest bullet train line back to Tokyo (we recommend the 3:57 PM train and please ask your travel advisor about booking train tickets on drop off day before starting the trip).

Pedal through Pienza and Siena and expand your palate with a local wine-maker. The choices are yours on this Tuscany experience through one of Italy’s most beautiful and beloved regions.

Your B&R trip includes a private transfer to Florence on Day 6, the final day of your trip. You should communicate your preferred departure time to the hotel reception at least one day prior to your trip ending.

You will cover hilly terrain, but we’ve kept the average daily distance to a moderate 40 km (25 miles). As much as possible, our recommended routes avoid the steepest climbs, but please be aware that Tuscany is hilly.

Carlo, B&R’s local guide and Tuscan native, looks forward to meeting you at your hotel La Bandita after lunch, before leading you on an insightful visit of Pienza, a truly remarkable Renaissance gem.

There, he will also offer you some safety tips, provide you with all the materials you'll need, and answers any questions you have. If there are any last-minute changes to this plan, we'll leave a message for you at the hotel. Please ensure we have all your pre-trip contact information.

$5,695 based on two travellers. $5,495 based on four travellers. $5,195 based on six travellers.

Once in a Lifetime

This place, where it—quite literally—all began makes for one of the world’s most joyous safari experiences. From exclusive conservation areas to the legendary Maasai Mara, follow ancient elephant routes, track the Big Five, and watch in awe as animals (and kids!) roam unfettered, wild and free.

This kind of majesty can’t be missed. So we don’t just drive through: we head out on foot and feel the legendary landscape—rolling hills, expansive plains and massive volcanoes—right under us. The Great Rift Valley, Lake Manyara, Ngorongoro and the iconic Serengeti? Yes please…

Visit one of the world’s most beautiful landscapes in a new era of reconciliation and growth. Follow coastal roads at the wild tip of Africa; enjoy private tastings at renowned wine estates; walk mountainside paths above spectacular scenery; discover the world class wines of the Cape Wine Country; and join expert guides tracking elephants, lions, leopards and other wildlife in the vast Kruger National Park. An experience unlike any other.

The Wild Side

Hike through Rwanda’s mountain ranges, hidden inland beaches, bustling cities and cloud forests—tracking some of the world’s remaining mountain gorillas. 

Enjoy a relaxing morning around the lodge.  We will depart at 10am to head back to Kigali arriving around Lunch time for one final B&R hosted lunch in the city. Following lunch your trip drops off at the Kigali International Airport at approximately 3pm.   

For those leaving on later flights, B&R is happy to book you a day room (at your own cost) in Kigali before your flight.  Please advise if you are booked on an earlier flight so we can make necessary arrangements to get you to the KGL airport on time.

This trip is appropriate for travellers who take long walks three times a week and don’t mind a little sweat. It involves navigating steep, rocky terrain with no flat walks. You should be sure-footed, comfortable with uphill and downhill trekking, and prepared for several hours on rugged ground. Closed walking shoes are essential.

Rendezvous with your guides this morning before being driven to Kigali airport to board the only domestic flight westward to the town of Kamembe. 

We’ll head out for the airport at 4:45 AM for a 7:10 AM departure and 7:50 AM arrival. While we wait for our luggage we'll enjoy a packed breakfast and will then be met by our local guides and drive about 45 minutes to the start of our first walk. 

The High Atlas Mountains, souks and Kasbahs offer adventure, while charming Berber villages and stunning surroundings offer serenity for the soul.

We leave you after breakfast this morning. Your guides will assist you with organising shuttles to the airport. 

We'll meet in the lobby of the Four Seasons Marrakech. Your guides will leave a message at your hotel if there are any changes to the rendezvous details. Please ensure we have all your pre-trip contact information.

Wander from golden-hued horizons in Tuscany to lush, verdant lands in Umbria.

For the most part, you’ll walk on gently rolling terrain, although there is the occasional steep climb or descent to take on. As the terrain can be rocky, footwear with good ankle support is essential. On average, we walk 10-13 km (6-8 mi.) daily.

Explore Provence the way you want to—with excellent hotels and beautiful biking routes each day.

Transfer from Hotel de Tourrel to train station Avignon for your onward travel. Exact timing for transfer depends on your train departure. Please let us know the details of your departure train ticket.

The trip alternates relatively flat routes with some hilly rides. Distances average 45 km (28 mi.) with longer options on some days, including a spectacular ride of 88 km (50 mi.) through the Gorges de la Nesque. In general, you follow small, quiet roads, though it can be busier in and around towns and at the river crossing. Routes go through vineyards, olive groves, forests, orchards, and charming towns in Les Alpilles, the Ventoux wine region, and the Lubéron.

Meet your B&R Local Host in the lobby of your first hotel La Bastide de Gordes after lunch.

$6,195 based on two travellers. $5,895 based on four travellers. $5,395 based on six travellers.

Explore Burgundy the way you want to—with excellent hotels and beautiful walking routes each day on a self-guided experience.

After your trip, you will be dropped off at the Gare de Dijon-Ville train station at the time of your choice, to catch a train back to Paris Gare de Lyon, or to CDG if you're planning to depart back to North America on the same day. 

For the most part, you’ll walk on gently rolling terrain, although there is the occasional steep climb or descent to take on. As the terrain can be rocky, footwear with good ankle support is essential. On average, we walk 10-13km daily, with longer options available on some days.

A B&R representative will meet you at a time of your choice at the train station in Dijon and transfer you to your first hotel. They will distribute materials, deliver an overview of the week, and give a safety talk, as well as impart general advice on the region. You will then be transferred to the start of your first walk, which will lead back to the hotel. If there are any changes, B&R will leave a message at your hotel. For this reason, please ensure we have all your pre-trip contact information.



$4,395 based on four travellers. $4,195 based on six travellers. $8,695 based on one traveller.

A walking tour of historic Cortona or relaxing in a piazza; the choices are yours on this Tuscan self-guided experience.

Your trip will end with a private transfer to the train station, where you can make rail connections to Rome, Milan and Florence. Thinking of spending a few extra days in region?

For the most part, you’ll walk on gently rolling terrain, although there is the occasional steep climb or descent to take on. As the terrain can be rocky, footwear with good ankle support is essential. On average, we walk 10-13 km daily.

A B&R representative will meet you at Terontola train station at 2:45pm, to distribute materials, deliver an overview of the week, and give a safety talk, as well as impart general advice on the region. You will then begin the start of your first walk, which will lead back to the hotel. If there are any changes, B&R will leave a message at your hotel. For this reason, please ensure we have all your pre-trip contact information.

$5,295 based on two travellers. $4,995 based on four travellers. $4,795 based on six travellers.

We’ll transfer you back to Florence’s Airport for your onward travels.

We’ll pick you up at Florence’s Airport and transfer you to your hotel in the heart of town. 

Want sumptuous meals, world-class wines, old-world charm and zero jet lag? Bienvenido a Chile. Here, quiet roads through the countryside open up into epic ocean views along the spectacular coast.

We will depart as a group from the Vik hotel at 3pm, arriving to the Santiago International Airport at 5pm for your flight home, and then continuing on to downtown Santiago if you are extending your stay in Chile.  Please note that most international flights depart 8pm or later.  If you require a private transfer, please let us know and we would be happy arrange one.

The daily bike rides will average roughly 45 km (28 mi.) on good quality, paved roads with shorter options available for each ride.

We'll meet in the lobby of The Singular Santiago hotel at 9:00am. Please be dressed for biking. If there are any last minute changes to our specific rendezvous time, your guides will leave a message for you at your hotel. Please ensure we have all your pre-trip contact information.

Next-Level Immersion

On a trip fit for a Habsburg, you'll revel in the best of Austria and Hungary, including chic Taubenkobel and Budapest’s opulent Gresham Palace.

After a breakfast worthy of the hotel’s grandeur, you are free to depart at your leisure. B&R guides or the concierge can help with ongoing travel plans – or we encourage you to stay an extra night or two, to enjoy the hotel to its fullest and to explore more of this wonderful capital.

Most of the riding on this trip is perfectly flat, although there is a very occasional short, gentle climb, particularly on the second day. Daily elevation gains are roughly 50 m (164 feet). The daily distances average 50 km (31 mi.). There are two layover days, which allow for some shorter routes and, for avid cyclists, longer options.

We will meet in the lobby of the Rosewood Vienna. Please be dressed to hike. After a 30-minute transfer out of the city we will begin our hike. If there are any changes, your guides will leave a message at your hotel. For this reason, please ensure we have all your pre-trip contact information.

We will meet in the lobby of the Hotel Sacher Vienna. Please be dressed to hike. After a 30-minute transfer out of the city we will begin our hike. If there are any changes, your guides will leave a message at your hotel. For this reason, please ensure we have all your pre-trip contact information.

Go The Extra Mile

Glide effortlessly to mountain and glacial vistas from the stunning Swiss Riviera on the saddle of your electric-assist bike. Chocolate, cheese and wine await!

After breakfast, we’ll arrange a taxi at your leisure to the Bern train station, with convenient connections to both Geneva and Zurich.

While our daily routes average 40 to 50 km (25 to 31 mi.) daily, e-bike technology brings the peaks within everybody’s reach. The Swiss hills are indeed alive though, and the more time you’ve spent in the saddle the more you will enjoy the ride.

We will meet in the lobby of Beau-Rivage Palace; please be dressed to bike. Your guides will leave a message at your hotel if there are any changes to the rendezvous details.  Please ensure we have all your pre-trip contact information.

Explore Puglia the way you want to—with excellent hotels, beautiful biking routes and superb custom-fitted bicycles.

 Your driver will meet you in the hotel lobby to transfer you to Brindisi Airport for your outbound flight.

This trip is rated Recreational. Daily biking distances usually vary from 35 to 50km (19 to 31 mi.), with options on some days as far as 66 km (40 mi.). The terrain is generally flat, with a few hills along the way in the Ostuni area and along the coast. The difficulty of the ride often depends on which way the wind is blowing.

Your driver will meet you in the arrival’s area of Bari Airport, after you’ve collected your luggage. Your driver will have a sign with your name on it and will transfer you (one hour) to Matera.

$5,395 based on two travellers. $4,995 based on four travellers. $4,595 based on six travellers.

Sip sublime reds, taste the passion at our friend's farm-to-table estate and experience the Portugal others miss.

We will drop you off at the Lisbon airport. We recommend spending time in this magnificent city either before or after your B&R trip.

The riding varies, with a few hills here and there but also plenty of flat/downhill. Roads are delightfully quiet, although with the occasional short rough patch. Both hybrid and road bikes are perfectly suitable for this trip’s terrain and roads.

We will rendezvous in the lobby of the at 8:15 am, at the Bairro Alto Hotel and depart at 8:30 am for a two-hour transfer into the riding paradise of the Alentejo!  Please be dressed to bike. Your guides will leave a message at your hotel if there are any changes to the rendezvous details. Please ensure we have all your pre-trip contact information.

Whether you choose to fill your days with leisurely walks or a challenging multi-day trek, we’ll show you the beauty of these incredible valleys and mountains.

This hiking trip covers a variety of terrain that at times is challenging. Paths are mostly hard-packed dirt trails, however there are some rocky paths with a mix of ascents and descents. Our aim is to provide you with an exceptional experience with maximum attention to your safety and comfort. Your first day’s orientation briefing will review plans for each day, provide alternative routes and assess upcoming weather patterns. As a guide will join you mid-trip, it gives you the opportunity to go over plans again and if necessary, alter the itinerary to suit your capabilities.

Please inquire about an airport pick-up if preferred.

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$5,995 based on two travellers. ​$5,495 based on four travellers.

From the Channel coast's beaches to the B&R-exclusive Villa Lara in Bayeux, commune with history—including a backstage pass to Mont Saint-Michel.

After breakfast this morning, we will drop you off at the Rennes train station in time for the 9:35 AM direct train to Paris' Gare Montparnasse. 

While most of the riding is relatively easy, expect to contend with the occasional challenging climb. On a couple of days, the ride is longer than the average 40 km (25 mi.), although the terrain on these days is fairly flat.

We'll rendezvous in the lobby of the Grand Hotel Cabourg at 8:30 AM and take a short drive to visit the castle of Fontaine Henry before continuing on to the lush Norman countryside to begin our first ride. Please be dressed to bike and bring with you anything you might need for the day (camera, wind breaker/raincoat, etc.). If there are any changes to the rendezvous details, your guides will leave a message at your hotel. Please ensure we have all your pre-trip contact information.

We'll rendezvous in the lobby of the Normandy Barriere Deauville at 8:30 AM and take a short drive to visit the castle of Fontaine Henry before continuing on to the lush Norman countryside to begin our first ride. Please be dressed to bike and bring with you anything you might need for the day (camera, wind breaker/raincoat, etc.). If there are any changes to the rendezvous details, your guides will leave a message at your hotel. Please ensure we have all your pre-trip contact information.

Be free to ride on winding roads through vineyards and historic towns, visit beautiful villages and enjoy incredible wine tastings.

After your trip, you will be dropped off at the Strasbourg (FR) Train Station in time to catch a mid-morning TGV for Paris’ Gare de l'Est.

This trip is ranked ‘Enthusiast’, meaning it’s appropriate for travellers who enjoy a good ride and can handle an incline or two. You will ride mostly on rolling hills, with two days on the plains. Due to the geography of the land, we’ve kept the daily distances relatively short.

Meet your B&R local host in the lobby of L'Esquisse Hotel & Spa Colmar - MGallery for an introduction to the region, your equipment and riding routes (GPS). This evening at 5:00 pm, enjoy a private guided tour of the town before dining at one of the recommended restaurants.

$4,995 based on two travellers. $4,395 based on four travellers. $3,995 based on six travellers.

Explore Corsica's diverse facets on two wheels, from Cap Corse to chic Calvi, vineyards to citrus groves.

This trip is rated Enthusiast, meaning it’s appropriate for travellers who bike about once a week at home. Our daily rides are between 18 and 45 km (11-28 mi.) over quite rolling terrain, with occasional long climbs and shorter and longer options possible daily.

Your private adventure through Provence’s lavender fields, narrow vineyard paths, secluded olive groves and limestone ridges awaits you.

This trip is rated Enthusiast. Walk mostly on gently rolling terrain, although you'll tackle the occasional steep climb or descent. As the terrain is often rocky, footwear with good ankle support is essential. On average, you will walk 7-15 km (4-10 mi) each day. The option to call a taxi to make the walks shorter is always an option.

Your B&R Local Host will meet you in the lobby of your hotel at 2:00 PM , to distribute materials, deliver an overview of the week, and give a safety talk, as well as impart general advice on the region. Consider having lunch in the charming village of Gordes beforehand as your hotel is centrally located in the town center so you can get started on your walk right away!

$5,195 based on two travellers. $4,695 based on four travellers. $4,395 based on six travellers.

Taste the divine new wines born from its slopes before basking in Baroque Noto, the "Ingenious City." Then marvel at Mount Etna's volcanic beauty.

We will offer two dropoff transfers: one to Catania airport for outbound travel, the other to nearby Taormina to extend your stay in Sicily.

Our walking is somewhat hilly with a few steep sections, and a few flat ones. For the most part, we stay on the dirt paths that run through the vineyards, countryside and along the coast, but we occasionally take quiet asphalt roads. The walking on Etna is exposed with some loose gravel. The daily distances range from 7 to 13.5 km (4.3 to 8.3 mi.) with van support or shorter options for when you’re ready to relax back at the hotel.

We will meet in the lobby of the Grand Hotel Des Etrangers; please be dressed for walking. Your guides will leave a message at your hotel if there are any changes to the rendezvous details. Please ensure we have all your pre-trip contact information.

Not quite French and not really Italian either, Corsica’s spellbinding idiosyncrasies are best experienced on foot.

A private driver will bring you from your hotel to the Figari airport in time for your onward journey. Figari’s tiny airport, FSC, is well-connected from Paris, Nice, and Marseille year-round, and other European cities in summer.

Upon your arrival into Calvi’s tiny airport (CLY, well-connected from Paris, Nice, and Marseille year-round, and other European cities in summer), you’ll be met by your local guide who will bring you the 10 minutes to your hotel.  
We highly recommend booking your Corsican flights on the same ticket with your flights to & from Europe whenever possible, to protect you in the event of a flight cancellation or delay.

Uncover Vietnam's hidden charms for yourself. From the quiet rice fields of Hue, to the historic streets of Hoi An, it's as picturesque and wondrous as the first time we cycled here more than a decade ago. 

Our bike rides have been created to offer routes that everyone will enjoy—but, while we’ve done our best to keep the morning routes as easygoing as possible, there is the occasional climb. The B&R support van will be on hand for anyone that would like a lift up the hill to continue their ride.

$4,895 based on six travellers. $5,285 based on four travellers. $6,235 based on two traveller.

Enjoy the freedom to explore the Amalfi Coast’s idyllic mix of luxe and rustic charm at your own pace, but let us take care of the details.

We’ll transfer you to the Naples airport or train station for your onward travel. Arrivederci!

This trip is rated Avid, meaning it’s appropriate for travellers who walk regularly and enjoy the feeling of achievement after a good hike. The more challenging options are lead by a local naturalist who will present options in order to find the best match for your interest and ability. Some walks are on narrow footpaths and along mountainsides, while others follow well-surfaced stone paths. A light hiking boot is advised for hikes along the Monte Lattari paths. Please note that vehicle support is limited on this trip due to the inaccessibility of trails and island paths.

We’ll meet you at the Naples airport or train station and transfer to your private boat bound for Capri.

$11,995 based on two travellers. $11,595 based on four travellers. $11,095 based on six travellers.

Savour mind-blowing cuisine in Siem Reap, explore vibrant Hoi An, visit the world-famous temples at Angkor and bask in the warmth of our welcoming local friends.

We will transfer you either 20 minutes to the Hue Airport, or 2.5 hours to the Danang Airport for your departing flight.

The daily distances for bike rides range from 20 to 50 km (12 to 31 mi.); some days offer longer/shorter option rides. The terrain is moderate on the first two days and then easygoing for the rest of the trip.

We'll meet in the lobby this morning after breakfast. Your guide will reconfirm the exact meeting time the night prior.

Float along one of Europe's most iconic waterways and explore stately cities, towering castles, terraced wine regions and historic battle sites.

After breakfast with Amsterdam as our backdrop, we say our farewells. We highly recommend spending another day or two exploring this great city on your own.

Most of the riding on this trip is gentle to rolling on quiet roads, urban biking lanes, or other dedicated bicycle paths. There are a few hills to be biked, especially on Days 2 and 6. There are numerous long options for eager riders. Road surfaces are either paved or consist of hard-packed dirt and gravel. B&R therefore recommends the use of hybrid bicycles for casual riders on this trip. Daily elevation gains range between 50m (165feet) and 450 m (1500 feet) .

We'll rendezvous in Basel at The Passage before transferring an hour to the Black Forest.

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