VBT Bicycling Vacations Travel Agents & Deals
Since 1971 VBT Bicycling Vacations has provided exception active vacations at an affordable price. Country Walkers has been conducting great walking tours since 1979. Now both are part of the well backed Xanterra Travel Collection and have expanded to Worldwide destination offering. Both brands feature multi-night experiences in either a small group or self-guided format. We pride ourselves on the local immersion our guests encounter with our local tour leaders and guides to show them the way.
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VBT Bicycling Vacations Packages & Deals
5-Nights South Carolina & Georgia: Charleston to Savannah
South Carolina & Georgia: Charleston to Savannah
You are invited to experience true Southern hospitality as you cycle the coastline from Charleston to Savannah—discovering the region’s vibrant local culture along the way. Join us for a traditional “Beaufort social”—a quintessential Southern experience. Here, you’ll rub elbows with your neighbors—and perhaps even swing them around while dancing the Virginia Reel. As you cycle the famous Intercoastal Waterway and Spanish Moss trails, you’ll explore local culture from many perspectives—including a visit to Fort Moultrie, where Edgar Allen Poe was once stationed, a picnic at historic Fripp Plantation, and a guided tour of the Penn Center—the first Southern school dedicated to the education of former slaves. From the moss-draped streets of Savannah, you’ll cycle to the scenic Isle of Hope—all in the company of local guides who call the region home.
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Length: 5
South Carolina/Georgia
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8-Nights New Zealand: The South Island
New Zealand: The South Island
Delve deep into the heart of New Zealand’s celebrated wilderness on dedicated bike paths and scenic dirt trails through the woods—far from car traffic. As you pedal along the shimmering coast of the Tasman Sea, you’ll catch glimpses of distant mountain peaks and vibrant local bird life. We’ve designed this tour to let your hiking boots take you places two wheels can’t—including the Franz Josef Glacier, a wilderness seacoast walk, and a nocturnal glowworm adventure. With VBT’s deep roots in the region, you’ll have unique opportunities to meet the locals during a visit to a traditional Kiwi sheep farm and a guided rainforest walk. Best of all, VBT’s charming local trip leaders will be delighted to introduce you to the many cultural traditions and natural wonders of the island paradise they call home.
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Length: 8
New Zealand
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4-Nights Maine: Acadia National Park
Maine: Acadia National Park
With the depth of cycling, culture, and cuisine in Acadia National Park, why go anywhere else? This VBT cycling adventure gives you six days packed with Acadia discovery. VBT’s gravel bikes are perfect for exploring Mount Desert Island’s network of carriage roads—and our local trip leaders give you the inside scoop on their history. Pedal through charming seaside villages, explore local lakes, and enjoy a boat ride across Frenchman Bay to spend the day exploring the Schoodic Peninsula. With four nights at the luxurious Bar Harbor Inn, you’ll spend mornings lingering over breakfast with views of Frenchman Bay—and evenings sipping cocktails on the seaside veranda. Featuring available waterfront rooms and an on-site spa, this is the perfect vantage point to enjoy all Acadia National Park has to offer.
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Length: 4
Maine
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5-Nights Vermont: Lake Champlain Islands, Burlington & Stowe
Vermont: Lake Champlain Islands, Burlington & Stowe
Come cycle the bike paths and byways of VBT’s Vermont home! Since our inception in 1971, VBT has guided group cycling tours throughout the pastoral valleys of our native Vermont—and we know every hidden corner. From the artsy-chic waterfront city of Burlington to the peaceful byways of the Champlain Islands, you’ll love spinning through the clean Vermont air—spotting ospreys and majestic great blue herons winging their way along tranquil shores. Along the way, you’ll meet VBT’s countless Vermont friends—including a Vermont dairy farmer who introduces you to the local tradition of maple sugaring during a tour of his authentic Vermont sugar shack. As you spin through Stowe’s evergreen mountain valleys, you’ll even have a chance to stop at a local farm stand for Vermont’s favorite summer treat—the maple creemee.
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Length: 5
Vermont
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5-Nights Canada: Vancouver Island & the Gulf Islands
Canada: Vancouver Island & the Gulf Islands
What better way to experience Canada’s Vancouver Islands and Gulf Islands than by bike… with a little bit of kayaking thrown in too? Pedal alongside the Salish Sea, stopping to explore quaint seaside villages—perhaps spotting sea lions and seals basking on the beach. A local ferry takes you across Swartz Bay to your charming Pender Island resort—where you’ll find yourself relaxing on the waterfront, or perhaps indulging in your resort’s invigorating eucalyptus steam cave. Spin on gentle roads through old-growth forests—and join your local trip leaders on a guided sea kayaking adventure to discover the island’s rich marine life. On Vancouver Island, you’ll sample cider at a local cider mill, explore the colorful floral display at Victoria’s Butchart Gardens, and luxuriate in the mineral pools at your opulent seaside resort.
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Length: 5
British Columbia
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5-Nights South Carolina & Georgia: Charleston to Savannah
South Carolina & Georgia: Charleston to Savannah
You are invited to experience true Southern hospitality as you cycle the coastline from Charleston to Savannah—discovering the region’s vibrant local culture along the way. Join us for a traditional “Beaufort social”—a quintessential Southern experience. Here, you’ll rub elbows with your neighbors—and perhaps even swing them around while dancing the Virginia Reel. As you cycle the famous Intercoastal Waterway and Spanish Moss trails, you’ll explore local culture from many perspectives, including a visit to Fort Moultrie, where Edgar Allen Poe was once stationed, a picnic at historic Fripp Plantation, and a guided tour of the Penn Center—the first Southern school dedicated to the education of former slaves. From the moss-draped streets of Savannah, you’ll cycle to the scenic Isle of Hope, all in the company of local guides who call the region home.
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Length: 5
South Carolina/Georgia
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6-Nights Switzerland, Germany & France: The Black Forest & the Alsace Wine Route
Switzerland, Germany & France: The Black Forest & the Alsace Wine Route
The borders of Alsace have changed throughout history—so why limit your exploration to just one country? Join VBT on this epic cycling adventure through the Alsace regions of France, Germany, and Switzerland—discovering its complex history from three national perspectives. Our innovative itinerary lets you traverse borders with ease—heading from Switzerland into France to pedal the Grand Canal d’Alsace bike path, then into Germany’s Black Forest where you’ll enjoy a delightful stay in a 19th century villa. Pedal along the banks of the Rhine on low-traffic paths, discovering the superlative local vineyards of the famous Route de Vins along the way. As you cycle through colorful villages, passing half-timbered homes bursting with cheerful blossoms, you may feel as if you’re spinning through Europe’s most charming fairytale.
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Length: 6
Western Europe
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7-Nights Rhine Bike & River Cruise: Basel to Amsterdam
Rhine Bike & River Cruise: Basel to Amsterdam
Travel in style along the storied Rhine River on this indulgent Bike & Boat vacation. During your cruise, you’ll wrap yourself in luxury—enjoying the five-star amenities of your Emerald cruise ship. Discover a different country each day as you pedal a well-maintained, fitted VBT bike—joining your VBT trip leaders on carefully curated routes through the Rhine’s picturesque villages. You’ll find ample time for relaxation on board as you splash in the ship’s pool, lounge on the sundeck, and enjoy your comfortable stateroom—or upgrade to a luxurious balcony suite and watch the scenic banks of the Rhine drift by from the privacy of your own cabin. Along the way, you’ll stop to taste exquisite vintages, explore local wineries, and tour charming medieval cities. In the evening, enjoy a full menu of locally-inspired cuisine prepared by your ship’s onboard chef.
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Length: 7
Western Europe
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6-Nights Greece: Sparta, Monemvasia & the Peloponnesian Peninsula
Greece: Sparta, Monemvasia & the Peloponnesian Peninsula
If you’re looking for a Grecian cycling adventure that escapes the crowded tourist centers, this VBT vacation is a breath of fresh air. The Peloponnese Peninsula juts into the azure waters of the Aegean Sea, and here you’ll experience authentic Greece. Cycling from historic Sparta, your Greek trip leaders introduce you to local traditions dating back to ancient times. Discover the region’s important role in the Byzantine Empire as you explore the imperial capital of Mystras with a local archeologist. Learn the art of Byzantine cuisine—passed down through the generations to the local chef who guides your cooking class. As you spin past seaside villages dipping their toes in Aegean waters, you may even feel the heart of western civilization pulsing beneath your wheels.
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Length: 6
Greece/Greek Isles
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6-Nights Italy: Southern Tuscany & Giglio Island
Italy: Southern Tuscany & Giglio Island
This original cycling tour of southern Tuscany has had its share of copycats. We’re flattered—but don’t be fooled; reproductions are never authentic as the original. With 20 years of experience cycling the Tuscan coast, we know the best seaside routes, award-winning vineyards, and masserias that reflect the Maremma’s unique character. Our local Tuscan trip leaders will take you to secluded swimming coves—including a delightful beach on Giglio Island where you can cool off after an afternoon’s guided walking tour. Pedal the shores of the Orbetello lagoon, learn to prepare Tuscan cantucci during a cooking class, and enjoy a tasting of Tuscany’s “liquid gold” at a local olive oil mill. This incredible cycling vacation has it all.
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Length: 6
Italy
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