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Austria | Alps to Salzburg

With soaring, snow-capped peaks, thundering waterfalls, glacier-carved gorges and scenic villages, Austria is the perfect playground for the adventurous at heart.

Pedal your way through Mittersill and Zell to a backdrop of 14,000-year-old glacier-carved gorges, crystal blue lakes and towering Alps
Bike from Lake Zell through quaint villages to the market town of Saalfelden
Soak up eye-popping panoramic views on a cable car ride to Schmittenhöhe
Hike into Salzach Valley and (for a true adrenaline rush) opt for a tandem paraglide or an afternoon of glacier skiing
Pedal along the enchanting Salzach River past flower-decked homes to the 250-foot Gollinger Waterfall and Hellbrunn’s palatial castle
Hum a tune from The Sound of Music as youfeast on trout strudel and cream cheese lemon mousse at the two-Michelin star Obauer restaurant

ACTIVITY: Biking & Cycling Vacations, Multisport Trips - Active Adventure Vacations
WHERE: Austria, EUROPE
AVAILABILITY: June, July, August
FROM: $3,498
DURATION: 8 days
AUDIENCE: Solo Adventure Travel and Singles Vacations, For Groups: Adventure Travel With the Experts!, Vacations for Couples & Partners
MEMBER'S WEBSITE: Austria Adventure Vacation

Croatia | Dalmatian Coast

Once overlooked, Croatia has quickly reclaimed its reputation as one of Europe’s must-see destinations. Renowned for its crystal-clear coves, wooded islands, vineyard-clad hills and picturesque harbor towns, the Dalmatian Coast is an adventurer’s paradise.

Explore the sun-drenched village of Split, a treasure trove of palaces, churches and arched bridges
Marvel at Hvar Town’s magnificent Venetian Renaissance architecture
Sea kayak peaceful waters around the Pakleni Otoci islands
Cruise by private boat to Korčula and bike the island’s vineyard and olive grove-clad hills, admiring spectacular views of the Adriatic
Hike the lush island of Mljet (where legend has it Odysseus once roamed the rugged coastline) and take a dip in a beautiful salt-water lake
Dig your toes into the sand in Lumbarda
Cruise by private speed boat to the mainland for a guided tour of the ancient port city of Dubrovnik
Try your hand at a sweet and savory burek pastry (the breakfast of choice for farmers and fishermen) during a cooking class in the home of a local chef

ACTIVITY: Biking & Cycling Vacations, Multisport Trips - Active Adventure Vacations
WHERE: Croatia, EUROPE
AVAILABILITY: April, May, June, September, October
FROM: $4,998
DURATION: 8 days
AUDIENCE: Solo Adventure Travel and Singles Vacations, For Groups: Adventure Travel With the Experts!, Vacations for Couples & Partners
MEMBER'S WEBSITE: Croatia Bike Tours

La Bella Sicilia Ovest

Archaeological treasures highlight this spin around the western side of the island. Ride the famous “salt way” trading route and visit the fishermen of the Egadi Islands. From the capitol of Palermo to Agrigento, the city of gold, each stop on this ride is a masterpiece of its own.

ACTIVITY: Biking & Cycling Vacations
WHERE: Italy, EUROPE
AVAILABILITY: May, June, September
FROM: $4,195
DURATION: 8 days
AUDIENCE: Solo Adventure Travel and Singles Vacations, Family Vacations & Adventure Travel, For Groups: Adventure Travel With the Experts!, Vacations for Couples & Partners
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France Family | Loire Valley

From castles to kings to vintage cars, this weeklong Loire Valley adventure is a recipe for family fun.

Pedal at a leisurely pace crisscrossing vastforests, lush vineyards, fields of sunflowers and quiet villages
Bike to King François I’s Chateau de Chambord and count the staircases in the grandiose 440-room estate
Marvel at the lifelike King Charles VII and Anne of Brittany wax figures at the Chateaude Langeais
Ride to Le Clos Lucé in Amboise, the last residence of Leonardo da Vinci, to check out his countless inventions
Explore Chateau de Chenonceau, perched gracefully over the Cher River
Opt for a gentle kayak along the Vienne River and ooh and ahhh over the vintage car collection at Musée Dufresne
Whet your appetite over appetizers and a glass of fine vintage champagne at the le Grand Monarque’s exquisite Champagne Bar

ACTIVITY: Biking & Cycling Vacations, Eco-Travel & Cultural Exploration
WHERE: France, EUROPE
AVAILABILITY: July, August
FROM: $2,798
DURATION: 8 days
AUDIENCE: Family Vacations & Adventure Travel, For Groups: Adventure Travel With the Experts!
MEMBER'S WEBSITE: France Family Vacations

Utah | Arches to Moab

Canyonlands National Park: an intense palette of reds,yellows, oranges and browns, home to over 500-square miles of steep, river-carved canyons, sprawling mesas,buff sandstone pillars and spectacular natural arches.

Pedal a snaking road through Colorado National Monument’s burnt-orange sheer-walled canyons and enormous white-rimmed sandstone towers
Raft the Westwater of the Colorado River beneath ancient granite walls dating back over1.7 billion years
Marvel at how itty-bitty you feel as you hike through looming, crimson rock formations at Fisher Towers
Bike to ancient petroglyphs etched in stone –a glimpse into the rituals of the Fremont, Anasazi and Navajo communities of thousands of years past
Ooh and aah over the jaw-dropping view of the La Sal Mountain range at Delicate Arch in Arches National Park
Reward yourself with a massage and a hearty dinner before retiring to the comfort of the Red Cliffs Lodge, nestled beneath 2,000-foot cliffs on the banks of the Colorado River

ACTIVITY: Biking & Cycling Vacations, Walking & Hiking Vacations, Multisport Trips - Active Adventure Vacations
WHERE: Utah, United States, USA
AVAILABILITY: May, June, August, September
FROM: $2,398
DURATION: 6 days
AUDIENCE: Solo Adventure Travel and Singles Vacations, Family Vacations & Adventure Travel, For Groups: Adventure Travel With the Experts!, Vacations for Couples & Partners
MEMBER'S WEBSITE: Arches to Moab Vacation

Friuli & Slovenia

Travel off the beaten path to a lesser-known area of Italy and pedal across borders into the majestic lands of Slovenia. The Friuli region boasts highly sought after wines and a distinctive language and culture influenced by its history and neighboring countries.

ACTIVITY: Biking & Cycling Vacations
WHERE: Italy, Slovenia, EUROPE
AVAILABILITY: May, June, September, October
FROM: $4,295
DURATION: 8 days
AUDIENCE: Solo Adventure Travel and Singles Vacations, Family Vacations & Adventure Travel, For Groups: Adventure Travel With the Experts!, Vacations for Couples & Partners
MEMBER'S WEBSITE: Friuli & Slovenia

Lovely Lofoten

Venture over the Artic Circle and experience quiet roads rolling along fjords and the crystal sea serenaded by the seabirds. Enjoy marvelous views in every directions and deliciously healthy seafood feasts, all under the glorious light that changes, glows, and shines into the night.

ACTIVITY: Biking & Cycling Vacations
WHERE: Norway, EUROPE
AVAILABILITY: June, July, August
FROM: $4,295
DURATION: 8 days
AUDIENCE: Solo Adventure Travel and Singles Vacations, Family Vacations & Adventure Travel, For Groups: Adventure Travel With the Experts!, Vacations for Couples & Partners
MEMBER'S WEBSITE: Lovely Lofoten

Piedmont Land of Barolo & Truffles

An area known for rich wines and succulent cuisine is the perfect backdrop for our Barolo & Truffles cycling adventure. Tantalize your taste buds and sense of adventure as you pedal the lush countryside of northwestern Italy through local vineyards and stop to join an authentic truffle hunt with local farmers.

ACTIVITY: Biking & Cycling Vacations
WHERE: Italy, EUROPE
AVAILABILITY: May, June, August, September, October
FROM: $4,195
DURATION: 8 days
AUDIENCE: Solo Adventure Travel and Singles Vacations, Family Vacations & Adventure Travel, For Groups: Adventure Travel With the Experts!, Vacations for Couples & Partners
MEMBER'S WEBSITE: Piedmont Land of Barolo & Truffles

La Bella Puglia

The Mediterranean atmosphere of the Puglia region will transport visitors to a mystical destination. Cycle past the typical white, conical farmhouses, olive trees and cacti and take in the ocean air on this ride through the heel of the famous “boot” of Italy.

ACTIVITY: Biking & Cycling Vacations
WHERE: Italy, EUROPE
AVAILABILITY: April, May, September, October
FROM: $3,095
DURATION: 6 days
AUDIENCE: Solo Adventure Travel and Singles Vacations, For Groups: Adventure Travel With the Experts!, Vacations for Couples & Partners
MEMBER'S WEBSITE: La Bella Puglia

France | Brittany/Normandy

Follow a spectacular shoreline from St-Malo to Bayeux, snaking through fishing harbors, along windswept seaside plateaus, past historic WWII sites and into a rolling green countryside peppered with sheep, cattle and ancient stone farmhouses.

Pedal to the backdrop of jagged promontories and sandy beaches, enveloped in the smell of the sea
Snack on a plate of sweet oysters farmed off the shores of Cancale
Marvel as Mont St-Michel grows from a speck in the distance as you make your way toward the majestic abbey
Relive a stirring chapter in American history on a visit to the cemetery above Omaha Beach
Watch as the story of William the Conqueror unfolds as you walk along the colorful 230-foot Bayeux Tapestry
Feast on fresh seafood, savory crêpes, Camembert cheese and Calvados apple brandy before unwinding in the comfort of the charming Château de Bellefontaine

ACTIVITY: Biking & Cycling Vacations, Eco-Travel & Cultural Exploration
WHERE: France, EUROPE
AVAILABILITY: May, June, July, August
FROM: From $3,498
DURATION: 8 days
AUDIENCE: Solo Adventure Travel and Singles Vacations, For Groups: Adventure Travel With the Experts!, Vacations for Couples & Partners
MEMBER'S WEBSITE: France Bike Trips