Jamie Gilpin

Top 5 Can’t-Miss Experiences in the Luberon

by Jamie Gilpin | Dec 7, 2017 | Blog

The Luberon is a corner of Provence that encapsulates everything you’d expect from Provence – great food, rich history, and beautiful views. The region was made famous by Peter Mayle’s book, “A Year In Provence”. We love the area and love to show it off on bike tours but…...

Top 5 Views in Provence

by Jamie Gilpin | Nov 19, 2017 | Blog

Provence stands out as one of the most VISUALLY impressive destinations where we offer bike tours. From vast vistas to flowing lavender fields, Provence has it all. We want to share the beauty with you in person but until then, let us share our top 5 Provence views in this post…....

Top 5 Highlights of Chianti Bike Tours

by Jamie Gilpin | Nov 16, 2017 | Blog, Self Guided Tours, Update | 0 comments

Chianti is the highlight of any cycling tour to Italy. More than just a destination, Chianti is a cyclist’s paradise in the heart of Tuscany. If you daydream about bike tours on smooth quiet roads over rolling hills and then relaxing with long wine-soaked dinners, Chianti bike tours are for you!…...

Bike tours your way: our self-guided tours explained!

by Jamie Gilpin | Nov 7, 2017 | Blog, Preparation, Self Guided Tours, Tips & Advice | 0 comments

Are you overwhelmed with the idea of a self-guided tour? Or, are you not completely sure what a self-guided tour is? Or, are you curious what makes our self-guided tours so special? OBT Self-Guided Bicycle Tours are not the typical “self-guided” tour. Often referred to as “Independent Supported Tours,”…...

Tour de France Spectator Tours – Guest Testimonial

by Jamie Gilpin | Oct 17, 2017 | Blog, Update | 2 comments

We regularly receive praise from our guests, particularly from our Tour de France Spectator Tours. Sometimes we ask for feedback while sometimes feedback comes unsolicited. Some are brief while others are very detailed. We love hearing from our guests, especially when it is out of the blue. Feedback is...