I think we all know how rewarding travel can be to places we’ve never been. Then, if we like it, we might book a return trip to that place or even book a trip to a new place. But nothing compares to that first cycling trip. While they are great to do by yourself, that leaves you to plan your routes, where you will stay, and places you’ll visit for food or tourist-type activity.
While not a cheap option, bicycle travel companies take care of all these details for you. Some even add more options and amenities to get you to pick them over another company. So, if you’ve never taken an organized trip with a bicycle travel company before (or a trip of any kind through a travel company), Trek Travel is a great place to start.
Who is Trek Travel?
Trek Travel is an offshoot company of Trek, an American bicycle manufacturer based in Waterloo, Wisconsin. It’s the only bicycle manufacturer I’m aware of that also offers bicycle trips. Trek has been in the bicycle travel business since 2002, and it offers many types of trips:
- Classic Guided
- Pro Race Experience
- Custom Trips
- Self-guided
- Ride Camps
- Cross Country
The company hosts trips to destinations in Europe, America, South America (Chile), and Asia (Japan). Obviously, this is a boon for them as a bicycle manufacturer. They hope that if you sign up for a trip with Trek Travel, you might also buy a Trek bike at a discount the company offers to travelers on new or used bikes. In fact, to help make that decision even easier, they make a Trek bike available to everyone who books a trip. So, you might even be able to buy the bike you used during your trip.
What’s Included on a Trek Travel Trip
While Trek is a bicycle manufacturer that offers bicycle travel, it wouldn’t be a true travel operation if it didn’t offer support and amenities. These are the things people remember most when they take a trip with a travel company. And if their experience is good, chances are they’ll book a future trip.
- First-class guides
- Trek bike and gear
- Customized ride with GPS
- Trip Accommodations
- Most meals
- Social hour
- Snacks and drinks for each day of riding
- Private tours, tastings, entrance fees, etc.
- Destination details
- Transportation and luggage transfer
- Guest packed with Trek Travel merchandise
- Trip Consultants
- Trip photos and and after trip correspondence
Typical Trek Travel Trip: Prague to Vienna Bike Tour
The Prague to Vienna Bike Tour Trek Travel is considered one of their signature trips. That means it covers “beautiful destinations by bike” where riders can “enjoy extra inclusions, savor delicious local cuisine, and enjoy the perfect mix of accommodations.” This trip is $3999 per person and is 6 days and 5 nights.
Offered August through September, highlights are cycling, walking tours, and wine pairings. Riders of all levels are welcome with the option to use a Trek Domane SL 7 road bike or a Trek Electric-Assist Verve E-bike.
Lunches and dinners are offered, and the hotels are at Trek Travel’s Explorer level, which means “These handpicked hotels provide relaxation and fun in a casual and comfortable environment. Delicious cuisine and great service mix perfectly for a memorable stay.”
Last Thoughts
Trek Travel is a highly-rated bicycle travel company. If you choose to book a trip with them, you’ll undoubtedly have a luxurious experience. And if you’ve never taken a trip with a bicycle travel company before, selecting a company like Trek Travel is not a bad place to start.
The company’s trip prices are similar to those of other bicycle travel companies. The plus is, if you decide to not bring your own bike, Trek will supply you with one of their own. Then, the option to buy that bike or another bike at a discount is an added amenity. How often do you get to spend so much time with a bike before potentially purchasing it? For a first trip, your second, or even your tenth, Trek is a company all about cycling.
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