by Jamie Gilpin | Nov 16, 2017 | Blog, Italy, Self Guided Tours, Tuscany, Update |
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...
by Jamie Gilpin | Nov 7, 2017 | Blog, Preparation, Self Guided Tours, Tips & Advice |
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...
by Jamie Gilpin | Oct 17, 2017 | Blog, Update |
Note: This is an article that Bruce Hildenbrand wrote for Cycle Sport on Andy Hampsten’s first American win on l’Alpe d’Huez, and the preview of the epic 2004 mountain Time Trial up Alpe d’Huez. For the results of the 2004 Alpe d’Huez Time Trial click here. To experience one of our...
by Jamie Gilpin | Oct 10, 2017 | Blog, Partners |
Steve Jobs, Mother Theresa and Michael Jordan, while wildly different, all extolled the virtues of teamwork. They believed in the benefits and necessity of working together to achieve success. We have learned that it is impossible to operate efficient, well-coordinated and supremely comfortable excursions without our tour partners....
by Jamie Gilpin | Dec 29, 2016 | Blog, France, Provence |
The Luberon is a region within greater Provence that is home to what many cherish as the true Provence. Villages of Menerbes, Lacoste, Roussillon, and Gordes give the region the genuine feel of the area. Weekly village markets, a slow pace, quiet roads, rich history, and friendly locals all add...
