Highlights & Stories
France
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A Brief Introduction to the Highlights of Alsace
Alsace is arguably the most unique region of France. As a place that has changed hands five times between France and Germany over the last 150 years, it is now a cultural crossroads where French finesse meets German gusto. Tucked… Read full article
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Top 10 bike tours for families
Start a new tradition ExperiencePlus! has led every possible combination of grandparent, parent, child, uncle, sister in-law, and friend group on a vast array of private, custom and regularly published departures in Europe and South America since 1972. As a… Read full article
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Corsica Calling
ExperiencePlus! has led bicycle tours on the Mediterranean island of Corsica for 20 years. Home to unforgettable cycling, wild boar, chestnuts, oysters, 8,000-plus foot mountains, pristine beaches, and – don’t forget – Napoleon, Corsica is a must-experience destination that will… Read full article
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Finding the Plus! on her First-ever Bike Tour
Those of us who love bicycle touring know that our reasons for doing so are as varied as the places we choose to explore. But making a decision on where to take your first tour can be overwhelming. For Allison… Read full article
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France / Highlights & Stories / Italy / Spain
Celebrating 3 Classic ExperiencePlus! Tours
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Bike and Barge the Seine Plus! Castles of the Loire Valley
Bike and Barge the Seine Plus! Castles of the Loire is a level 1 tour, ideal for beginner cyclists, those traveling by bicycle for the first time, or multi-generational groups with a desire for a nice and easy bike tour… Read full article
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Dreaming of Provence
Back in 2019 B.C. (Before Covid) I had the pleasure and privilege to do the ExperiencePlus! ride through Provence and the Luberon. No doubt like for many of you my photo storing software pops up little reminders of good times… Read full article
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Belgium / Croatia / France / Highlights & Stories
A Deeper Look at Bike and Boat Tours
A Deeper Look at Bike and Boat Tours What to expect when you’re on board (and off). Arguably one of the best parts of bike and boat tours: you only have to unpack once! Spend your days cycling through small… Read full article
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Cycling Corsica: Pure Pleasure
Cycling Corsica Tour Leader Jo Kent’s Top Three Highlights Of all the places in the world our Tour Leader Jo Kent has toured by bicycle (and there are a lot of them), she still considers Corsica to be one of… Read full article
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4 Tours Following Famous Rivers
Cycling along peaceful roads and quiet bike paths is one of the best ways to experience Europe’s famous rivers. We’ve got four tours that are sure to whet your appetite for a cycling adventure along world-famous waterways winding through some… Read full article
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Belgium / France / Highlights & Stories
Bike and Barge Tours Are Filling Up Fast!
Book your 2019 tour before it’s too late! Experience it all -on and off boat- as we float the ancient waterways of Europe on a private barge. Our two unique Bike and Barge itineraries take you away from the tourist… Read full article
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Four fantastic cycling tours for a true taste of France.
Few countries stir the imagination like France. You may have already pictured yourself bicycling through small villages composed of beautiful stone buildings, quaint cafés, and Romanesque churches that gaze across the valley at each other under the Provençal sun. Explore… Read full article
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Top 4 Tours For Traveling Back In Time
Top 4 Tours for Traveling Back in Time No need to wait for the invention of a time machine. These four bike tours will make you feel like you’ve instantly been transported back in time as you learn about the… Read full article
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ExperiencePlus! Bike and Boat Tours Set Sail 2019
Bike and Boat With ExperiencePlus! Two itineraries in 2019 Look forward to settling into your cozy cabin on the ship and not packing or unpacking your bags as you explore new roads on one of our bike and boat tours… Read full article
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Start Here: Best Bike Tours for Beginner Riders
Not Sure Where You Should Ride? Start with one of these 6 trips. Selecting a bike tour can be a daunting task. With dozens of countries and routes to choose from, it is difficult to even know where to start… Read full article
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France’s Finest: A taste of everything in Champagne, Burgandy Plus! Provence
A Taste of Everything in Champagne, Burgundy, Plus Provence Taking the scenic route through France’s finest Food, wine, and cycling – all of these are quintessential to experiencing the best of France. Our bicycle tour of Champagne, Burgundy, Plus! Provence… Read full article
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#ShareSomething: Cyclist’s Memories from the Road
Our Travelers’ Favorite Moments From Tour From the best meal to the perfect stretch of road, we love hearing about your favorite moments on tour. A few of our travelers shared some of their favorite memories from tour in 2016!… Read full article
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Seeking Supper: Adventures in Sète
New Friends And Local Favorites ExperiencePlus! Riders Find The Perfect Dinner Though it may sound counter intuitive, one of the most important elements of tour design and pre-trip planning is making space for spontaneous exploration and discovery. After all, it is sometimes… Read full article