Hindriks European Bicycle Tours

This trip takes you through the rural inland area of the Alentejo, which is close to the Spanish border, through landscapes rife with cork oaks, wheat fields and olive trees. In the Alentejo, you will see horses and carriages, gypsies with mules, Moorish-inspired houses with big chimney pots and whitewashed villages that stretch over hills. In early spring, temperatures are mild and wildflowers are in bloom. Indulge yourself with luxurious accommodations and superb cuisine between visits to medieval castles and Roman ruins. History is plentiful; there are prehistoric remains and Roman ruins abound. We'll cycle through Medieval towns clustered with churches and castles, which were part of the fortifications against the Spanish. Medieval hilltop towns like Monsaraz are simply magnificent. Local crafts and arts are flourishing, especially pottery and paintings. The meals and wine will be excellent, and there will be a large variety of local specialties. You will fall in love with the flavors of Portuguese cuisine.

This is a full-service trip with lots of extras! The best way to see a country is from a bicycle, and the Alsace region is no exception. The main attractions of this region in northeast France are the vineyards, gourmet food and historical towns, many with castle remnants and medieval walls. On the first half of the trip you'll cycle along the Route du Vin, a route speckled with thousands of vineyards, excellent wineries and special Alsace cuisine. After fantastic Colmar, the riding in the Rhine Valley (and into Germany for two days) and in the Munster Valley is easy. You'll find the vineyard trails, savoury foods and picturesque villages brimming with half-timbered homes and historic castles very rewarding. With lots of great Alsatian dishes, a fantastic special gourmet dinner, side visits for wine tasting and cheese making, this trip is a perfect combination of athleticism and pleasure

This trip highlights the best of these three countries: Landscapes, vineyards, castles and historical towns. Oenophiles will delight in the exclusive opportunity to taste local wines, which are not known in other parts of the world. By all means, this is an excellent trip.

This trip starts in eastern Belgium near the town of Bastogne, where we will learn about one of the most important events of the Second World War: The Battle of the Bulge. After this, we'll enter Luxembourg and travel towards the quiet, historical small towns of Clervaux, Vianden and Echternach. We will balance history with sightseeing places like the castle at Vianden and the abbey at Echternach. We'll also have and chance to visit Luxembourg. This fortified town is spectacular and a perfect side visit on this trip. Since Luxembourg is small, we'll also cross the border into Germany and cycle along the Mosel and Saar rivers. This is an excellent trip combining three countries, arresting nature and enchanting history.

This trip takes you through the the middle of the country in an area called Thuringia. This is the heartland of German culture and history where Luther, Goethe, and Bach worked and lived. An excellent network of bicycle trails leads into the historical towns, along the rivers and through the lovely countryside. Magnificent scenery and charming towns punctuate the route. When paired with the cultural and historical content of this trip, it's guaranteed to delight any fan of the artists or country. makes a great bicycle ride. A fantastic introduction to German culture from the seat of a bicycle

We will cycle on the Peloponnesus, the heartland of Greek history. We will start near Corinth and then cycle across the northern part of the Peloponnesus. Ancient sites at Corinth (where apostle Paul preached), Nemea (games before Olympia), Mycene (legendary castle of the great warrior Agamemnon), Epidauros (a beautiful theatre) and Olympia (where it all started from 754 BC) will be visited. We'll also explore Nafplion and the Lousios valley. The areas from the eastern coastline across the hills and into the woods are called Arcadia, where the mythological Pan and his troops would roam for pleasure. We will also have the pleasure of enjoying this 'arcadic' landscape. The trip ends in Olympia, nothing can beat the ancient remnants of the first Olympic Games!

This trip takes you through the three northern provinces of Friesland, Groningen and Drenthe. The whole area is extremely bike-friendly with hundreds of miles of bicycle paths. Each of the provinces have their own very interesting traditions and culture, as well as picturesque towns and attractive countryside.

Travel from the 'Hohe Tauern' National Park to Salzburg, birthplace of Mozart, passing serene rural landscapes and friendly villages, all set against a dramatic backdrop of towering mountains. On this trip you will bicycle mainly downhill through the valleys of the Salzkammergut in the Western part of Austria from Krimml towards Salzburg, one of my favorite towns in Europe, which we'll explore extensively. During the trip you will visit the gorge near St. Johann and the salt mines at Hallein. You'll delight in the beautiful scenery, exceptional food, and hospitable people.

On this easy trip you will follow the majestic blue Danube, to experience the breathtaking countryside full of quaint villages and towns that dot both sides of this colorful waterway. Starting on the Enns River just south of the Danube, we will bicycle into the Strudengau and the Nibelingengau regions - considered to be the most beautiful parts of Austria. Later, we'll pass through the Wachau, the center of wine cultivation in Austria. We'll travel through the heartland of the former Habsburg Empire of Austria/Hungary, located at the intersection of the two great trade routes along the Danube and from the Baltic to Italy. Bicycling in this country is a delight; the river is an elegant backdrop for all of the adventures it holds.

Experience the magic of Tuscany, Italy, from the seat of a bike. The landscape is rugged in this area of outstanding natural beauty. Olive trees, vineyards and cypress trees dot the landscape and history is around every corner. This region is the heart of olive oil and Italian red wine production and is a feast for the senses. Ride by olive groves and vineyards, smell the fermentation of the grapes and, of course, take advantage of every opportunity to taste. Many architectural remnants of Etruscan and Roman times can still stand throughout this incredible Tuscan landscape. The cycling can be challenging, but the rewards are high. You'll be dazzled by the natural landscapes, art and architecture of this region.