The average groupe size is between 8 and 12 and we limit the number of guests on each tour to 14. This ensure each guest receives exceptional support and attention.
Up to 5 guests, there is 1 leader on each tour. On all trips with 6 or more guests, there is a minimum of 2 leaders per tour for a ratio of 1 leader for every 5 guests.
Each day you have a choice of multiple ride options, which means that on certain days you may want to take it easy whereas on other days you may want to challenge yourself. Whatever route you choose, you are free to go at your own pace.
1 | Level 1: You ride over fairly flat terrain with a few small hills. This is all very feasible on a first bicycle tour. Maximum elevation goes up to 1,000 feet.
2 | Level 2: You ride over fairly flat terrain thats includes slight inclines and some occasional climbs. You must be at ease when riding a bicycle. Maximum elevation goes up to 2,400 feet.
3 | Level 3: You ride over gently rolling terrain, with some occasional longer climbs. You must ride your bike regularly. Maximum elevation goes up to 3,600 feet.
4 | Level 4: You ride over rolling terrain, with repeated climbs. You must ride your bike a couple times a week and enjoy tackling a challenging climb. Maximum elevation goes up to 4,700 feet.
5 | Level 5: You ride over hilly terrain, with many challenging climbs. You must be an avid cyclist and love to push yourself. Maximum elevation is over 4,700 feet.
Your leaders transport your luggage to your next destination and make sure it is in your room at your arrival.
The first lunch and 4 dinners are set menus and included. Note that during the week you have 4 lunches and 1 dinner on your own allowing you to discover the local cuisine by yourself.
Hotels are listed in the itinerary.
Clients that have travelled with us get a 5% discount starting on their second trip.
Booking your private group will cost an extra $500 per person for 2 – 9 guests. To make an existing date private or choose your own custom dates, contact us.
Our team works closely with the chefs to make sure they adapt to any food restrictions.
Road bikes are available for an extra $400.
Electric-assist bikes are available for an extra $150.
If you wish to bring your own bike you can but please note that that we can’t assume responsibility of the safety or damage of your bike. In addition, you are responsible for a having a bike in prefect working condition and have all the necessary spare parts with you during the trip. Finally, it is also your responsibility to assume the shipping to and from the trip as well as your responsibility to assemble and disassemble your bike. Note that we may not be able to carry your bike box in our minivan to transfer from one hotel to the other due to limited space in our minivan. Please note, that no discount is offered for bringing your own bike.
Our touring bikes come with an adjustable stems allowing you to raise the handlebar so you have a more upright riding position.
Yes. However, you also need to bring your own pedals.
Each day we offer a range of mileage options and you decide how much activity you want to do.
There isn’t any age restrictions but please note that anyone aged under 18 must be accompanied by (and share accommodation with) a parent or legal guardian. Note that for your kids we provide trailercycle and bike trailer.
Tips are optional. However it is customary and appreciated to tip your leader(s) at the end of the trip. Industry standard is 5-10% of the trip price per team of leaders.
No. Our leaders are fluent in English and speak the language of the country you are traveling to as well as usually 1 or 2 other languages.
Most of our clients are between the age of 40 and 60. However, we also have older and younger guests joining our tours.
We can try but we can’t guarantee we will find one. If we don’t you will need to pay the single supplement fee.
Not at all. Our tours are classified by activity level and you can choose the one that fits you best. If you would rather speak to one of our travel advisor to help you choose the right trip, contact us.
We have a list of alternate activities available each day and we will arrange for an alternate activity.
Included:
All breakfasts, 1 lunch and 4 dinners
Multiple daily routes
A fully equipped bicycle: the Fuji Absolute 1.1 Disc
Handlebar & saddle bags, helmet and water bottle
Garmin GPS with easy to follow directions
1 leader for every 5 guests
Snack & drinks during the day
Gratuities at hotels and restaurants
Guided tours, tastings and entrance fees
A leader offering minivan support
Luggage transfers
Porterage
Minivan transfers during the trip
Local guides and experts
An email a few days prior to your trip
Not Included:
Transportation to & from pick-up/drop-off locations
Pre or post trip lodging
Minibar, massages, non scheduled activities, etc
Alcoholic beverages
Gratuities for your Leaders (5-10% of the trip price)
In order to make a reservation call us at 1.888.883.7948 or send us an email at [email protected] and we will send you our booking form. For all our trips, the deposit is 500 (USD) / person. Payments must be made by Visa, Mastercard, Amex. The balance is due 90 days before the start of the trip.
DIGnGO has partnered with Allianz and offer a travel insurance that covers you. For a summary of details, including the terms, conditions, limitations, and exclusion of the plan, click here (6% of the trip price).
If you must cancel your reservation, the cancellation fee will be based on our cancellation policy:
91 + days: Non refundable amounts / $500/person for private trips
61 – 90 days: 30% of the trip price
31 – 60 days: 50% of the trip price
0 – 30 days: 100% of the trip price
You may transfer from one trip to another up to 91 days before the departure of the trip after that our cancellation policy applies.
DIGnGO accepts reservations from travel agents. If you prefer to have your travel take care of your booking, please have him or her contact us directly. Pricing is the same whether you book directly with us or with your travel agent.
Following your reservation, you will receive a Travel Booklet by email.
Our team will be glad to give you the names, email and numbers of guests that have recently been on our bike tours. Just email us or call our office at 1.888.883.7948.
Once you book a tour and as long as we have 2 guests, it is guaranteed to go. If we don’t manage to achieve this number, we will cancel the tour giving you a 90 days notice. If you wish you may transfer to another tour free of charge or ask to be reimbursed.
Yes. Some activities such as land sailing or canoe have some age restrictions. See each itinerary for more detail.
If you sign up for family tour there is a good chance you want to all be together. However, our family tours are designed so that you get to spend time with your kids but so that they also do activities on their own.
Parents with children younger than 4 years old are responsible for bringing their own seats.
Your child needs to be 8 years or older to ride in the support van without a parent or guardian. If you have a younger child who wants a lift, one parent must ride along.
We know that kids have different tastes and might not want to each michelin star food every night… that we why on all our tours we work closely with all the chefs of the different restaurants and create menus for the kids.
As soon as you book with us, we will try to secure connecting rooms for your family. However, know that it is not available in all of our hotels.
For kids age 1 to 3 years old, we have burley trailers. For kids 4 to 7 years old, we have piccolos. For older kids, we have 20 and 24 inches bicycles. Please note that it is the parents responsibility to pull the piccolo or the Burley.
On our family trips, kids 12 and under receive a 10% discount off the regular price of the trip.
No, childcare is not available on any of our tours.