Asheville

Fall Bike Tours: Where to Go & What to Know

by Jamie Gilpin | Oct 25, 2022 | Asheville, Blog, France, Italy

If you thought bicycle tours ended when summer did, think again! Travel between September and December has its perks, including fewer crowds, better bargains, and cooler temperatures. It’s also an enchanting time for experiencing local festivals and taking in breathtaking fall foliage. However, not all fall bike tour destinations...

Why An Asheville Bike Tour might be the best Vacation Option

by Jamie Gilpin | Jan 21, 2021 | Asheville, Blog, COVID-19

While we patiently wait for some level of herd immunity that will allow for safer European travel, Asheville boasts the perfect setting for your next adventure! Follow along to learn why Asheville bike tours might be the best vacation...

The Four Seasons of Asheville: The Four Best Times to Visit Asheville

by Jamie Gilpin | Aug 19, 2020 | Asheville, Blog, Self Guided Tours

It’s no secret that Asheville is a top travel destination for 2018. At least, Fobes, TravelZoo, and Travel+Leisure certainly think so. It is a regular on “must-visit” lists around the world. Our fearless leaders, Jamie and Joy even relocated here with their family. If that alone doesn’t tempt you...

Top 5 Things to do in Asheville off the Bike

by Jamie Gilpin | Nov 25, 2019 | Asheville, Tips & Advice, Update

Asheville is our backyard so you’ll have to forgive us if we talk about it a lot. Besides the bike riding (which is nothing short of amazing), Asheville and the surrounding areas play host to some incredible eats, drinks and history! We know that not everyone likes to sit...

Best Bike Tours for Groups

by Jamie Gilpin | Sep 27, 2019 | Asheville, Blog, France, Italy

We’ll start with the obvious: bike tours offer so much for group vacations. We frequently claim that riding together with friends and loved ones offers a whole new level of bonding that few other activities can. It’s also a completely new experience that’s different from a cruise or all-inclusive...

Our Favorite Road Ride in Asheville and our Favorite Mountain Bike Ride in Pisgah

by Jamie Gilpin | Jul 29, 2019 | Asheville, Blog, Tips & Advice, Update

Sometimes it’s hard to chose between road and dirt. We have an abundance of both in Western North Carolina. Whichever path we choose to take, we know it will be epic. Read on to learn a bit about our favorite road ride in Asheville and our favorite mountain bike...

Our Favorite Post-Ride Grub

by Jamie Gilpin | Feb 27, 2019 | Asheville, Blog, France, Italy, Tips & Advice, Update

If you’re like us, one of the motivational factors to taking on a long ride is getting to eat guilt-free. After burning all those calories, eating a pizza in Siena while watching the horses race sounds not just delicious but utterly satisfying. Over the years, we’ve found a few...

Our Favorite Ways to Unwind After a Day in the Saddle

by Jamie Gilpin | Nov 14, 2018 | Asheville, Blog, FAQs, France, Italy

We absolutely love gearing up in the mornings. Few things beat putting on our kit, checking our gear and finalizing our route plans. Equally as awesome? Finishing up a ride with your loved ones and buddies. Wherever we are when we finish a ride, we have some favorite traditions...

Our Best Bike Tours for Advanced Riders

by Jamie Gilpin | Jun 25, 2018 | Asheville, Blog, Featured Tours, France, Self Guided Climbing Adventures

So you want to go on vacation but you don’t want to miss a step in your training? We understand and we have the perfect solution: a bike tour. While yes, we do offer tours for all levels and love seeing beginners exploring the world on two wheels, those...

Food and Drink on an Asheville Bike Tour

by Jamie Gilpin | Mar 29, 2018 | Asheville, Blog

Let’s be honest, we ride bikes to eat and drink. Of course there is also the sense of accomplishment, self-fulfillment, and wonder that you also experience from the saddle but when it comes down to it, we ride bikes to eat and drink. Most of our favorite tour locations,...