For nearly 30 years, Outfitter Bicycle Tours has been crafting exceptional cycling experiences in the United States and Europe. Specializing in bike tours in France, Italy, and the United States, we focus on the regions we know and love, so you get a deeper, more personal travel experience. Whether you’re dreaming of climbing the legendary cols of the French Alps, sipping Pinot Noir in the vineyards of Burgundy, coasting along the lavender-lined routes of Provence, or pedaling through the sun-drenched roads of Tuscany, we’ve got the perfect adventure for you.

From self-guided and small-group itineraries to guided group tours, we design and curate private custom trips for riders of all levels; from casual cyclists to avid roadies.

There’s no better way to experience a new place than from the seat of a bicycle. It’s active, immersive, and allows you to truly connect with the landscapes, flavors, and cultures around you.

Ready to ride? We’re ready to help you plan a seamless, unforgettable journey tailored to your pace, style, and interests.

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About Us

We are a family company. Outfitter Bicycle Tours was founded in 1996 by Dick and Marilyn Powell as an extension of their bike shop in Los Altos, California. It was an expression of their passion for cycling, travel, and exploration. We, Jamie & Joy Gilpin, have continued that passion and look to expand the legacy in the years to come.

FROM THE BLOG

Soft Adventure Tourism: The Next Global Travel Trend

Soft Adventure Tourism: The Next Global Travel Trend

For many, travel is the best way to experience all that life has to offer: exploring somewhere new while feeling invigorated and transformed by memorable experiences. But not everyone likes to travel in the same way, or with the same intensity. Soft Adventuring is one of the fastest-growing segments...
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Why we love the Tour de France

Why we love the Tour de France

We’ve been avidly following the Tour de France since we can remember. It’s been a passion of ours from traveling to France (with and without guests) and riding the routes to waiting on summits for the greats to pass us by and rubbing elbows with some of the fastest...
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A Top 5 List of Top 5 Posts

A Top 5 List of Top 5 Posts

What’s more exciting than a Top 5 list? Good question! We’ve read through most of our old posts and rounded up our favorite Top 5 posts. From posts about views, rides, experiences and food, we have a little bit of everything. This list is also a great source for...
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Michael K.: Self Guided Tour

“We’ve returned home now and I wanted to say a big thank you for a wonderful trip. It came off without a hitch and we enjoyed many of the routes you mapped out for us. Happily, after our wives built their confidence, the only day we ended up truncating was the first day, when we rode directly from Le Thor to Fontaine de Vaucluse through Ile sur la Sorgue. We also added Oppede le Vieux on the second day, which is a worthwhile stop. Thanks again for your professionalism and patience with our ever-changing plans.”

Bill & Terry Krivan: Self Guided Tour

“The countryside is every bit as lovely as we had expected, the routes offered really pleasant riding with excellent variety. We do love the self-guided style trips (this was our 3rd with your organization), with flexibility to ride at our own pace, to stop whenever and wherever we care to. The only pressure is to arrive at the evening’s destination by cocktail hour!”

Todd & Tanya Mace: Self Guided Tour

“Outfitter Bicycle Tours were wonderful- Jamie Gilpin is an excellent communicator and responds quickly to questions and needs. Bruno Baldini is an excellent tour guide, responsive, on time and a skilled cyclist. We have plans to definitely do another tour. Overall, an A+++ trip full of fantastic memories!

Geri M.: Guided Mountain Tour

“The support was incredible – so nice to have a car on the route for water, and so we did not have to lug gear for weather changes. With all the elevation, this was comforting. Exceptional mechanical support. We did not expect this kind of on-road support!”

Dale A.: Self Guided Tour in Provence

“We did a relaxed bike tour around Provence, France. It was fantastic! OBT and Jamie had everything organized for us. Our self-guided tour was well mapped out, and we were able to cycle at our leisure and take in the spectacular landscape. We stopped along the way and soaked in the beautiful French countryside. We were warmly welcomed at the hotels and inns that OBT organized for our tour. We had a ‘concierge’ who was very knowledgeable, spoke English fluently, and was available to us daily. We loved our bicycle tour….I wish it could have gone on longer. I highly recommend OBT for any bicycle tour. OBT is very accommodating, responsive and attentive; it was very easy to plan a trip with Jamie. Thanks for a memorable vacation OBT!”

Victor and Julie: Craft Beer Tour

“We thoroughly enjoyed every aspect of this tour – well thought out bike routes, very good hotel accommodations (nice, clean rooms and substantial breakfasts), and excellent choice of breweries and brewery restaurants (including brewery tours when available). It was obvious that a great deal of attention to detail had been given to this tour and customer service and client satisfaction was of utmost importance to OBT. We will definitely take another tour with OBT in the future.”

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