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Timeless Vacation Destinations
Tuscany, Provence, Maine
April 2006
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 Tuscany..the essence of Italy
What can be more classic Italia, than la bella Tuscany? Take a step back to 15th c. Renaissance times, and immerse yourself in a backdrop of sun-drenched valleys and the rustic hill towns of Cortona, Montalcino and Montepuliciano. As Michelle, our Florentine guide puts it: "this is a landscape to dazzle the senses!" Our routes wind along cypress lined paths and vineyards bursting with grapes that will be made into smooth brunellos. A trip to Tuscany evokes the pleasures of the simple life, from genuine Tuscan cucina to an afternoon espresso in the piazza. Choose from the three great Tuscany itineraries Bike Riders has to offer or call us to inquire about a private adventure.
• Biking: Terra di Siena in Tuscany: Jun 18-23, Sep 10-15, Sep 24-29 and Oct 1-6
• Guest Chef Biking: Bike with a celebrity chef on Cucina Toscana Tuscany: May 14-21, Sep 17-24 and Oct 15-22
Guest chefs include Francesco Ricchi of Cesco in Maryland, Roberto Donna of Galileo in Washington DC and Tom Gutow of The Castine Inn in Maine.
• Walking: Dreams of Tuscany: Sep 24-29 and Oct 8-13
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Provence..the soul of southern France
Nothing conjures up the timeless imagery of France more than a sun-soaked Provençal landscape. Envision the impressionistic paintings of Cézanne and Van Gogh...both drawn to this magical area filled with brilliant lavender fields, limestone cliffs and golden fields of sunflowers. Bike Riders trips in Provence highlight the finest of this region from cycling along sycamore lined backroads to tasting a fine Cótes-du-Rhóne at our inn's Michelin starred restaurant. Let Bike Riders lead you through the marvelous canvas that is Provence.
• Biking:
Paradis en Provence: May 29-Jun 3, Sep 18-23, Oct 2-7 and Oct 16-21
• Guest Chef Biking: Bike with a celebrity chef on La Cuisine du Soleil Provence: Sep 11-18 and Sep 25-Oct 2
Guest chefs include Brad Steelman of The River Café in New York and James Boyce of Studio at the Montage Resort and Spa in Laguna Beach, CA .
• Walking:
Promenade in Provence: Sep 18-23
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Maine..the epitome of New England
Early morning fog burning off along a rocky shoreline, feasting on steamed lobster on the dock of the local lobster pound and the sweet smell of salt air and fresh pine...these are the images that keep luring us back to Maine for its peaceful tranquility. Bike Riders three trips to Maine award the best of this beautiful New England state. We bike along the coast of Boothbay Harbor and the famous lighthouse at Pemaquid Point or opt for an exploration of downeast Maine, featuring Camden, Castine and exclusive Islesboro island. For hikers and walkers, we head to Acadia National Park and Bar Harbor for an exciting trip along stunning coastal paths and historic carriage roads. Experience firsthand why Maine is vacationland.
• Biking: Maine: Camden and Castine: Jun 18-23, Jul 9-14, Jul 23-28, Aug 6-11, Sep 10-15 and Oct 1-6
• Biking: Maine's Hidden Coast: Jul 16-20, Jul 30-Aug 3, Aug 13-17 and Sep 24-28
• Hiking: Hiking Acadia: Jul 30-Aug 4, Aug 20-25, Sep 17-22 and Oct 1-6
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