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France
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2025 New tours
Many people ask us how we decide where to go next. The process includes a dash of science and a splash of inspiration. We listen closely to traveler, local expert, tour leader and vendor partner recommendations, make a short list,… Read full article
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Spring to Normandy and fall for Brittany
Two primary destinations draw tourists from all walks of life to Normandy: the magical tide-engulfed island of Mont Saint-Michel and the hallowed grounds of the D-Day beaches. The allure of these coastal and storied Normandy sites is easy to grasp.… Read full article
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What’s wrong with the South of France?
Each year ExperiencePlus! staff in the U.S. are gifted the amazing opportunity to join a tour of their choosing. Sometimes we can’t realize our dreams because no one has booked the tour we want to take, and so it gets… Read full article
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The non-wine lover’s guide to Cycling Champagne & Burgundy
If you’ve never been cycling in France, consider our 8- and 11-day bicycle tours in the country’s northeastern regions of Champagne and Burgundy. These tours combine some of the best French history, culture, and traditions that you could experience on… Read full article
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Multi-country bicycle tours
Border crossings by bike The majority of our guided bicycle tours occur entirely within the geopolitical borders of a single country. Yet, many tours start in one country and end in another. These ‘multi-country’ tours are a great opportunity to… Read full article
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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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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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Belgium / Czech Republic / France / Highlights & Stories / Netherlands
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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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