Testimonials Archive - Bike Odyssey

Shogun odyssey guest laughing at something in the distance

Michael Webber, Shogun Fall 2026

This trip was fantastic! My longest rip with Bike Odyssey. The forest rides were incredible.

All the guides were great. Sean led the team. Mikey was a fountain of knowledge and encouragement. Gypsy was a bundle of energy, always dealt with hotel check in and out, had good snacks and had lunch organised. Aris was great to ride with [or, better, behind] – a good mechanic, good humour, always helpful. And not to forget Daigo, who had the physically hardest job, managing all the suitcases every day, and driving the van. They made a great team.

Guests on The Odyssey 2026 touring the ruins on a day off the bike

Lisa & Serge Goldberg, The Odyssey 2026

Serge and I have enjoyed/loved vacationing and seeing the world with your company. A nice variety of city and mostly countryside. I say an especially BIG thanks for allowing me (as a non-rider) to join in. Your guides have been wonderfully kind, tolerant, hospitable and knowledgeable.

Guests wearing bike odyssey kit on shogun odyssey

Sue & Bruce Williams, Shogun 2026

Thanks so much for a fabulous Odyssey. Japan was a wonderful, if not challenging place to ride. Everything about the trip was special: the people, the food, the route, the scenery, the accommodation and, of course, the guides.
A special thanks also for allowing Sue to accompany me as a non-rider.

Elaine McLaren, Shogun 2026

I am having the best time in Japan! I now understand the Bike Odyssey romance. Isabel and Sam run a first class tour!!! Sean, Aris, Gypsy, Mikey and Daigo are fantastic.

Sue Williams on Shogun odyssey autumn 2026

Sue Williams, Shogun 2026

Sam & Isabel are held with such high respect by their staff and return customers – it’s no wonder this is an amazing odyssey! Food and accommodation is of such high standard – it’s quite the treat!

Bike Odyssey cyclist standing outside the Grand Hotel Continental in Siena, Italy

Scott Henderson, 2026 Highlights of Hannibal

I never thought I would do a trip like that and it far exceeded my expectations. Support from the guides on tour and the backroom work from Nicky and others in HQ was first class – and it continues!

Mel rich on the highlights of hannibal tour cycling through spain, france and italy.

Mel Rich, 2026 Highlights of Hannibal

Once you’ve ridden with Bike Odyssey, you’ll always be back as a returning rider!

Bike Odyssey guest Scott Henderson in a Bike Odyssey cycling jersey, holding his helmet outside a hotel on tour.

Scott Henderson, 2026 Highlights of Hannibal

What an amazing trip! Thanks to everyone, Bike Odyssey team and fellow guests, for a once in a lifetime experience.

Bike Odyssey guest Peggy O'Neil in a red jersey, smiling on her road bike on a sunny country road on tour.

Peggy O’Neil, 2026 Highlights of Hannibal

Best trip I’ve ever had! Thank you, Bike Odyssey and fellow guests. This trip sets a new bar.

Bike Odyssey guest Glen Greedy in a blue cap, smiling over two ice cream sundaes at a café table after a ride.

Glen Greedy, 2026 Highlights of Hannibal

Outstanding! A class act by your ultimate professional team – Henrick, Enrico, Sarah & Collie. A huge thank you to Bike Odyssey – they put so much into making these trips special, and we really do feel incredibly spoilt every time we travel with them.

Already looking forward to the next one!

Stella Sykes, 2026 Allies

Thank you so much! We are having the most wonderful time! Love love love these scenic routes as well as the fabulous accommodations.

Peter Swensen and Gab Gallagher in Bike Odyssey cycling kit at a waterside cafe on The Odyssey tour

Peter Swensen, 2026 The Odyssey

Stage 1 was outstanding. Such an amazing experience and travelling the islands by gulet was incredible. Cycling the islands was very special. This part of the tour was a massive highlight. Being immersed in 3500 years of history was a fantastic aspect of the tour. The food was sensational on the gulets and in the restaurants. Finishing a ride and then coming back to lunch on the gulet was awesome.

Pamela Lovell, 2026 Allies

Nic and I had a great tour. Honestly couldn’t say enough superlatives regarding the guide team and the experience. Collie especially took it on to be my gluten free interpreter and did everything possible to help. Every guide was super helpful.

Jim de Frisco, 2026 Allies

I can’t express how happy I am to have not missed the tour. As with the other trips we’ve been on, Allies was spectacular and memorable. So great to spend time with Henrick, Sean and Christiana again, and to meet Collie and Henrique.

Ian Heycox, 2026 Allies

Henrick, Collie, Cristiana, Henrique and Sean did a great job. Good ambassadors for Bike Odyssey. Thank you to Bike Odyssey and Sean for the support in recognising my Great Uncle Ernie Heycox with a wreath on the Menin Gate in Ypres. Most of the tour attended the ceremony for what was one of the most moving times of my life. Thank you for this very special experience.

Clay Sykes, Allies 2026

The entire Sykes group had very high expectations of the Allies tour, but this was one of the very few things in life where the reality actually exceeded expectations.
From the accommodations to the meals to the truly expert guides & exemplary leadership of Henrick, the trip was the highlight of our year.
Phillip and I are looking at another trip next year!

Doug Engfer, Vikings 2025

My wife and I have travelled with Bike Odyssey on their Vikings! tour. We are now committed to 3 more Bike Odyssey tours! We have ridden on dozens of bike tours in Europe and the States, both self-guided and guided/supported (including other high-end tours). In our experience, Bike Odyssey excels: routes are well-designed, accommodations are top flight, guides are knowledgeable, thoughtful, and provide a high level of service. Can’t go wrong riding with them!

Phillip Sykes, Allies 2026

In life few experiences meet one’s expectations. However, Allies 2026 far exceeded mine.
The combination of fellowship with other guests, expert guidance, history, accommodations, and dining made my Allies 2026 experience unforgettable. Also, the value proposition is excellent. I look forward to my next adventure with Bike Odyssey (and selfishly hope Henrick, Sean, CiVi, Collie and Henrique are my guides again).

Sharon and Jim van Dijk, Othello 2026

We have travelled extensively, but this was our first fully supported ride, and it did not disappoint!
Every detail was taken care of: quiet routes, magnificent hotels, espresso stops, lunches, dinners – each exceptional – a taste of local cuisine at its very best. Our guides were knowledgeable, patient and supportive – Dario, Enrique and Bruno went the extra mile, fully supported by the team back at HQ. I still can’t believe we rode 1,800 km and climbed over 25,000 M in 17 days of cycling. We can’t wait to sign up for another Odyssey!

Evelyn Kirk, The Odyssey 2026

The tour was incredible and memorable and gave us extra extra extraordinary experiences which Rob and I have never had the opportunity to experience.
The team leaders were awesome – always thinking ahead. They are the best!
Huge credit to the trip designer (Sam) who did a magnificent job.

Norie Quintos, Bike Odyssey tour guest, riding on a Tasmanian road

Norie Quintos, Tasmania 2026

Sam, Isi, and co. are the real deal. Cyclists can count on this Australia- and Europe-based operator, from picking the most interesting routes to handling logistics to supporting every rider, even not very experienced ones like me. I’ve been on three of their tours, Venetians, The Odyssey, and Tasmania. Their guides are excellent. And you’ll learn some history and eat good food along the way.

Summer Youngs, The Odyssey 2026

Very well planned and amazing. I will be taking another trip with Bike Odyssey!

Marina Marra, Tasmania 2026

We have been on 3 tours and have 3 more booked. Bike Odyssey is an EXCELLENT touring company with first-rate guides, fabulous itineraries and attention to detail that is beyond belief. Importantly, this is a small company which means you interact with the owners, who are the decision-makers, not a sales rep or underling who has no authority to make decisions or changes based on your input. Truly, a valuable enterprise!!! I have no hesitation recommending these tours to friends.

Nicole Svencis, Bike Odyssey tour guest, giving a thumbs up in cycling jacket

Nicole Svencis, Tasmania 2026

I did my 3rd Bike Odyssey trip in Tassie this year after a sensational Venetians tour for my honeymoon last September, & the Allies tour in 2023.
Every trip has exceeded expectations in terms of the route, accommodation, food & wine experiences, seamless organisation from start to finish & incredible guides who go above & beyond EVERY moment of every trip. I’ll be back!!!

Lu Ton, The Odyssey 2025

My wife and I did The Odyssey tour last year and thoroughly enjoyed it.
We visited amazing places and learnt a lot about the history. The support and tour guides were excellent. We had great companionship from fellow travellers. I fully recommend and trust this company if biking is one of your favourite activities.

Shane Raidal, Shogun Spring 2026

After doing three bike odyssey tours we are signed up for another! These are great holidays in the best hotels and best locations plus there is excellent cycling as well! The routes are well designed to get maximum scenery, coffee stops and local culture. The staff are amazing, extremely attentive and always predicting what we need both on the bike and at our venues. Highly recommended!

Barry Ulyatt cycling on a country road lined with olive trees on The Odyssey tour

Barry Ulyatt, The Odyssey 2026

My wife and I are both in our seventies and we have thoroughly enjoyed every adventure. There are certainly some challenging days, but Bike Odyssey does an excellent job of balancing the harder rides with easier days and well-timed rest days.

These trips have provided us with some truly wonderful experiences and memories. We would not hesitate to recommend Bike Odyssey to anyone looking for a well-run cycling holiday with a rich cultural dimension

Barry Ulyatt, The Odyssey 2026

My wife and I have now completed three tours with Bike Odyssey – Morocco, Japan, and most recently Turkey and Greece – and every trip has been outstanding. The tours are exceptionally well organised, with excellent guides, high-quality accommodation, reliable transport, and great attention to detail throughout.
What sets Bike Odyssey apart is that their tours are not just about cycling. Each trip has a strong historical and cultural theme, giving you a real understanding of the places you visit and the people who live there.

Evelyn Kirk smiling in a cycling helmet on The Odyssey tour

Evelyn Kirk, The Odyssey 2026

The bike tour was incredible and memorable and gave us extra extra extraordinary experiences which Rob and I have never had the opportunity to experience before.
The team leaders were awesome – always thinking ahead. They are the best.
Thank you for all the hard work behind the scenes. Huge credit to the trip designer (Sam) who did a magnificent job.

Andrew Dutton smiling inside a shop filled with antique clocks and curios on The Odyssey tour

Andrew Dutton, The Odyssey 2026

What a great trip we had!
The team was just excellent and trying to get Sue and I off the boats was nearly impossible.
Our fingernail marks are still etched into the deck as they dragged us off….

Felix Weber cycling alone on a coastal mountain road on The Odyssey tour

Felix Weber, The Odyssey 2026

The guides did an incredible job which surpassed all my expectations!
Congratulations and thanks to all of them!
The trip was rewarding for me: I would not want to miss it!

Michael Harris, 2026 Shogun Spring

Thank you for a very good trip and an amazing amount of logistical coordination. All of the support personnel were wonderful, positive, helpful, supportive, everything was seamless – transfers, check-ins, meals, snacks, bike maintenance and more.

Roberta & Chris Bailey, 2026 Shogun Spring

My feet haven’t touched the ground in the week since we arrived home.
Shogun is a truly extraordinary tour!
Sean, Aris, Mikey, Gypsy and Daigo – What a tremendous team these guys are. Nothing was too much effort. They are unstoppable.

Roberta Bailey, 2026 Shogun Spring

‘Gypsy’ Atienza – We really appreciated how you took the time to ensure we were well fed and organised to find our rooms at the end of a hard day. Your picnic lunches were a highlight of the trip. You and Mikey made everything feel easy and welcoming, and we felt like we were travelling with friends.

Roberta Bailey, 2026 Shogun Spring

Mikey Rice – We loved sharing your adopted country with you and Gypsy. Your enthusiasm for all things Japanese is so obvious, and we learned a lot. Nothing was too much trouble to make our tour the best possible. We even learned to appreciate the beautiful rindo roads.

Roberta Bailey, 2026 Shogun Spring

Aris Ntotsikas- Such an amazing guide! We really appreciated your attention to the needs of your guests. It’s great to see how you’ve grown as a guide since we first rode with you on The Odyssey in 2023. The briefings just get better and better.

Roberta Bailey, 2026 Shogun Spring

Sean Mulvaney – We just wanted to say a big thank you for being such an amazing guide! Your warmth, laughter, and stories made every moment of Shogun extra special. We really appreciated how you took the time to ensure we were safe, enjoying ourselves and knew exactly when to expect tunnels, easy to miss turns and most importantly, lunch.

Shane Raidal, 2026 Shogun Spring

Our tour was amazing and the standard of care from all the guides was of an extremely high standard as we have come to expect. Gypsy was a standout blessing in so many ways. She was extremely attentive to our needs at all times. Her local knowledge and ability to problem solve with locals was a godsend. Likewise it was great to have Mikey’s detailed knowledge of routes and Japanese customs. Aris was similarly extremely helpful with the bikes and knowledge of the routes and Sean had a calming effect on everyone.

Bill Leddy, 2026 Shogun Spring

It was another epic journey with Bike Odyssey! Sean and the team were all great, managing – and anticipating – the needs of our large group with aplomb. Mikey, Gypsy and Daigo brought a special level of charm, skill and familiarity with the culture and language. Aris is an excellent guide and leader. Sean’s leadership skills and good humor pulled it all together particularly his encouragement on some of the longer climbs – still not my strength! The routes were generally well-designed, focusing on the stunning “rindos”. The food was excellent!

Seth Washinsky, Bike Odyssey tour guest, riding on a Tasmanian road

Seth Washinsky, Tasmania Under DownUnder 2026

Henrick, Sean, and Sarah, with Isabel leading the charge were more than capable with each providing exceptional service making this another memorable tour. The mix of riders also went to making the tour a truly fun time as we all got along extremely well together.

Shirley Palmer, The Odyssey 2025

Over the past 25 years, I’ve done many tours, and I can honestly say that it’s the best tour I’ve ever done. The planning, support and accommodation were excellent. And the guides – the friendliest, most enthusiastic and well-informed, and keen to share their knowledge. I enjoyed every day. Some of the best riding I’ve done. I’d do it again; the route was wonderful!

I’m really looking forward to doing Venetians in 2026!

Rosa Stackhouse Miller, Shogun Fall 2025

The 3rd Bike Odyssey tour I’ve done and, as always, the team were outstanding in taking care of our biking and tourism needs. Japan was incredible and to have Japanese speaking guides (one local and 2 long-time residents) share their love of the country, was truly fabulous. The routes chosen really showcased the best biking the country had to offer. Great support by them all meant our needs were well and truly met. Well done Bike Odyssey yet again.

Wayne Riley, Shogun Fall 2025

Once again, Bike Odyssey put together a stellar tour. I had more fun on this tour than any of your others. I’ve done numerous tours in Japan and this was by far my favorite.

Your team adjusted seamlessly to my unusual riding style and Sean made sure to check in with me every day. Gypsy and Daigo were outstanding – your entire crew were as good as it gets. Aris was on an Odyssey tour I did in Greece, so there was a lot of familiarity. And who doesn’t like Mikey?

Joy Katz, Shogun Fall 2025

The beauty of seeing Mt Fuji in the distance with Mikey leading the way was a memory I shall not soon forget.
Everyday has been beautiful, challenging and awe inspiring but ending with such majesty and seeing and feeling the love Mikey has for this land was an added bonus. We have had every weather condition during this adventure and your whole TEAM has managed to keep us all safe and provided us Americans with a new appreciation for this beautiful country.

Marguerite Ton wearing sunglasses outdoors on The Odyssey tour

Marguerite Ton, The Odyssey 2025

If anyone is on the lookout for an adventurous way to see foreign lands, we highly recommend joining a cycling tour with Bike Odyssey! Cycling from Istanbul to Athens was so experiential and lots of fun. We will always remember the friendships and quips shared with fellow cyclists (adventurers). And we will never forget the humour, support and organisation from our guides.

Craig and Kate Milroy, Venetians 2025

We cannot rave highly enough about Bike Odyssey! We loved the acute attention to detail on everything, their ability to adapt and address any curve balls that came up with absolute professionalism and precision. Would recommend them to people of all abilities.

Aidan McGowan, Shogun Spring 2025

Shogun by Bike Odyssey is an absolutely brilliant ride through rural and quiet rindo roads, classic climbs and the Shimanami Kaido and with some town and minimal city riding. Great exposure to Japan’s scenery, culture and food. Mechanical support, meals and snacks, logistics and local knowledge were all spot on. I would do it again!

Jeremy Lezin, Venetians 2025

We had a great trip (as always). The guides were a pleasure to work with and it was our first opportunity to have Super Guide Isabel with us. We felt pampered and the guide team checked in with us often. I understand the challenges of finding and retaining great people – but that’s what distinguishes Bike Odyssey. All worked like a well oiled machine.

We look forward to riding with you next year!

Alex Berg, Venetians 2025

Best in class operators. I’ve been on 11 cycling tours now and I recommend Bike Odyssey strongly with no reservations. They are a first class operation from communication and guides to accommodations and routes. What really sets them apart is the unique nature of their trips. Their point-to-point adventures are challenging, but incredibly rewarding.

You’ll see extraordinary locations; from charming villages to UNESCO heritage sites. Their Trek bikes are stellar. Don’t hesitate to take a tour with them, we’ve already planned our third!

Mark Grahame, Venetians 2025

The service we received from initial contact, booking, pre-trip, during trip, post trip is Exceptional. Their attention to detail is faultless. We’ve experienced cycling holidays with (many) other operators who simply book accommodation and move bags. You are way beyond them all!

This is our 2nd trip with Bike Odyssey and DEFINITELY NOT our last.

Seth Washinsky, Vikings July 2025

This trip was amazing with some of the most memorable days on the bike of any tour (Trollsigen). Helping with making those days memorable was having the A Team guide and support the group each step of the way. They were flawless guiding us each day enabling us to experience Norway in all it’s glory without any distractions (including transitioning the group from hotel to hotel)

Many many thanks to you all!

Lisa Goldberg, Vikings July 2025

The guides were amazing – making our lives/trip smooth and easy. Accomplished professionals and all around nice guys.

Norway’s landscape was beautiful, raw and I really enjoyed seeing it. Exactly what I wanted! I am an avid reader and history buff. I enjoyed the reading list for the Viking trip, the Viking Historian texts and that the guides are well read, educated global citizens. I learned SO MUCH.

Thank you and the team for working so hard and providing interesting bike vacations.

Serge Goldberg, Vikings July 2025

The Vikings tour was a wonderful experience! The guides were great and did everything in their power to make the experience a good one for everyone. Those are some hardworking guys! I enjoyed all of the rides – variety of landscapes / places / ride difficulty. You put together a very good itinerary. I could go on and on about all the good things about the tour! I’m VERY MUCH looking forward to the next tour with your company.

Peggy O’Neil, Vikings 2025

Vikings – another exceptional tour! It was my first chance to experience Henrik in all his greatness. What a kind, thoughtful and organized human being.

All of the guides were great and Henrick is the perfect leader.

Thank you to everyone for all of your efforts.

Bike Odyssey, and each of you, have enriched my life beyond measure.

I look forward to Under Downunder in Tasmania next year.

Marina Marra, Vikings June 2025

Vikings was absolutely fantastic, quite possibly our best trip (of all trips, biking or not) ever!

Henrick was a huge reason for this being such a successful trip – his attention to detail, witty personality and caring nature attribute to his excellent guiding skills. He’s quite the professional guide and definitely a “keeper.” Once again, Odyssey delivered. Norway’s beauty gave and gave and gave…..

David Moorefield, Vikings June 2025

Definitely one of the best trips Cycling that I’ve ever experienced.

The food, the hotels, beautiful cycling and especially Henrick and Aris, our guides, were fantastic!

Matt Lezin, Vikings June 2025

The trip was virtually perfect in every sense. The rental bikes were great, accommodations superb, wonderful routes and most importantly the guides were above and beyond. I could not be more pleased. Henrick was so professional, great communicator and enthusiastic. Aris, also the consummate professional at such a young age, he kept the bikes at 100%. Christiana provided excellent coaching on the difficult climbs, helped with breathing exercises and administered much needed massages to tired muscles at the end of the day. She was a great addition to the trip!!

Maggie Hillman in cycling helmet and pink jacket standing on a waterfront road on The Odyssey tour

Maggie Hillman, The Odyssey 2025

Wow, what a trip. Had high expectations and everyone of them was surpassed!

Kristi Ingrilli smiling in cycling cap and sunglasses with fellow guests at a hilltop site on The Odyssey tour

Kristi Ingrilli, The Odyssey 2025

Where do I start? The tour – phenomenal!

I cannot speak highly enough of our guide team! Organising a group of people of such a range in ages, personalities, demographics etc. can be like herding cats, but we were well informed, prepared for each day and I felt completely safe, supported and incredibly well looked after both on and off the bike. Enrico’s knowledge and passion for the actual Odyssey story blew my mind! This was clearly not only about cycling, but a great way to follow the history.

The accommodation and meals were fabulous. I have told so many people how incredible Bike Odyssey has been to travel with!

Andrea Fasullo, Othello 2025

We had a wonderful experience and would happily come back for more tours in the future! The guides were terrific – Enrico, Bruno, and Dario were all lovely The hotels were the nicest of any trip we have been on to date! And the routes and roads were all quite nice and quiet throughout the whole trip.

Kathy Schuller, Othello 2025

This tour really was exceptional! The routes chosen by the Bike Odyssey team did an amazing job of displaying the incredible geographic diversity of this country. I’m truly convinced now that riding a bike is the best way to see the world. The guides and drivers were impeccable. They were always well organised, cheerful, encouraging, supportive, knowledgeable about cultural and historical aspects and great company over dinner. The food was exquisite. I love Moroccan food anyway but this was next level. Overall, the experience of a lifetime. I’m looking forward to my next Bike Odyssey trip!

Michael Harris, Othello 2025

I really enjoyed the trip – it was first class! Most importantly I want to say how great all 3 guides were; friendly, knowledgeable but most important personable. I felt they got to know a little about each person and related to them as individuals. They were also very knowledgeable about food and wine and did a great job at lunch getting local items. I thought the pace was good, coffee break with snack and then late lunch with not too much to the end. Good days, enough to feel you had biked but arriving at decent time and not too tired. I would definitely like to do another trip with Bike Odyssey!

Glen Greedy smiling in a Bike Odyssey cycling jersey and cap on The Odyssey tour

Glen Greedy, The Odyssey 2025

A massive well done for the quality of tour you guys have created from the itinerary; the accommodation, the food and without doubt the most professional, personable and caring guides we have encountered. They are really your point of difference. Never ‘flustered’ but always accommodating and tolerant . This also includes the day guides we had particularly at the Acropolis and Delphi

Thank you again and we look forward to our next Bike Odyssey ride!

Chris Ringrose smiling on a road bike in a blue cycling jersey and helmet on The Odyssey tour

Chris Ringrose, The Odyssey 2025

I really enjoyed The Odyssey Part 1. A little easier riding as expected, and the gulets made packing (or lack thereof!) a non-issue. The Greek Islands are magical and the Anzac coast was quite an emotional experience with so many Aussies on the trip.

Kristi Ingrilli smiling in a pink Odyssey cycling jersey and sunglasses inside a sea cave

Kristi Ingrilli, The Odyssey 2025

It has been the BEST first day. Everyone is lovely, the riding was stunning and Enrico, Moris and Aris are a great support crew. I’ve been on a number of cycling tours as a rider and also as a charity rep for work and the team can make or break it…you guys have nailed it.

Andrew Hamilton, Othello 2025

This being my first Bike Odyssey experience, and only my second overseas cycling trip. It has exceeded all expectations and provided me with what will remain as a trip of a lifetime.

The tour guides, Enrico, Bruno and Dario were exceptional. They all shared their knowledge in an inclusive manner, that went beyond just being part of their job and engaged with the whole group, as well as on an individual level. I would also like to express my gratitude for the level of care and attention provided by whole Bike Odyssey team in managing the accommodation, booking and logistics involved – providing such a smooth tour operation.

Bill Leddy, Othello 2025

This was my first fully supported multi-day ride ever and it was a blast! Enrico, Dario and Bruno are total professionals with huge hearts and impressive knowledge. They took great care of us all with attention to every detail, and we benefited from their established relationships with many people along the way. The lodging, meals and special tours were also extraordinarily memorable! Making the trip even more special were our delightful fellow cyclists- a nicer, more diverse and interesting group of folks is hard to imagine.

Many thanks for hosting the journey of a lifetime!

Lance Harui-Philp, Shogun Spring 2025

The inaugural Shogun cycling tour in Japan was an absolute feast of exciting riding routes and the most picturesque scenery of the Japanese country side with the renowned Cherry Blossom spectacle – an absolute treat to the eyes. The Bike Odyssey Team (from Australia) absolutely nailed the whole cycling and accommodation package experience. I’d ride with them again without any hesitation.

Nikki Baker with her bike overlooking the sea and mountains on The Odyssey tour

Nikki Baker, The Odyssey Fall 2024

Loved all parts of this trip! It’s only when you do some in-depth chatting to the guides that you realise the enormity and critical aspects of the logistics. Accommodation and food was superb (I would really like to kidnap Ali, the cook on our Gulet and have him as my private chef)!!
So happy I was on the Fall trip – the weather was superb. I swam at every possible opportunity!

Nikki Baker smiling close-up, wearing glasses, on The Odyssey tour

Nikki Baker, The Odyssey Fall 2024

What an amazing trip. I am still in awe of the ability for you to come up with this concept, develop the itinerary, and think ‘outside the box’ to arrange the highly complex and detailed logistics that it entailed. It is an absolute testament to the team’s attention to detail and the ‘behind the scenes’ operations in moving people/bikes/provisions/border controls from place to place via shuttles, ferries.. it all appears so seamless to us, the clients.

Caroline Michel cycling on a coastal road overlooking cliffs and the sea on The Odyssey tour

Caroline Michel, The Odyssey Fall 2024

The guides were amazing. Enrico is calm, organized and gets things done. We appreciated his relationships with the hotels and restaurants in the smaller villages. It was so lovely to be welcomed warmly and fed so well. His knowledge of history was great! Aris is absolutely lovely and kind. He is a competent mechanic and always there for any bike maintenance.

We have done trips with various cycling tour companies but Bike Odyssey surpassed our previous experiences. We can’t wait for the next trip. In fact we would like to reserve spots for Hannibal in 2026 please!

A Bike Odyssey guest on the Hannibal tour

Janice Wallace, Hannibal 2024

Riding over the whole Col d’Agnel climb in 0 temperature was a highlight and a fab memory I will always have. I have never had frozen waterfalls on the side of the road while on a bike! And the excitement of lots of marmots along the way! The food on this trip was incredible, I have never eaten so well or so much! Henrik really knows his Italian food and wine and loved introducing us to local specialities. I also loved visiting the less-touristy towns like Modena, Cortona and Todi.

Karen Errington, Bike Odyssey guest, on the Hannibal tour

Karen Errington, Hannibal 2024

We are back in the UK now after our Epic Adventure! As the exhaustion settles the reality of what we achieved is mind-blowing! We cannot express enough how hard the guides worked, all scenarios were handled extremely well. Charlie was with us throughout the whole trip, we were super impressed with how he handled himself, he is funny, kind and nothing was too much trouble, we absolutely adore him.

Sandra de Pury, Vikings July 2024

Vikings totally exceeded my (very high) expectations. The attention to detail in routes, lunch spots, extra activities, hotels and meals was next level. And then the part I didn’t really anticipate – the level of care from the guides. They treated each of us individually, and made sure we could all have the riding holiday we wanted.

Michael Talbert, Vikings 2024

Vikings was even better than I had hoped. This was my first Bike Odyssey tour. I think our guide Henrik is simply the best I have met. His level of patience and 24 hour a day dedication to each rider is simply off the chart. I really enjoyed our guide and Historian, Tor. He added a lot because I have strong interest in history and culture. Tor also led Sandra and I on an epic day hike that is a bucket list hike for Norway. It was incredible!

Keith Duran, Allies 2023

I loved the luxury of Allies. It was one of, if not the, best holiday of my life and I have travelled a little ….. So memorable and that’s why I am on this one again. Work hard in life to enjoy great holidays. Plus being with Max on this tour is what it is all about.

Chris Ringrose, Vikings 2024

If you want truly spectacular scenery, you’d be hard pressed to beat Vikings. The plethora of fjords, waterfalls & majestic mountains were breath-taking. The history of the regions is fascinating: William the Conqueror was a Viking descendant?! Food in Scandinavia is excellent, from Michelin star cuisine to high quality locally sourced fish, fruit and vegetables. The picnics are also healthy, nutritious and delicious. Overall it’s quite an involved schedule at times, involving numerous ferry rides connecting different islands / fjords but always meticulously arranged and ran like clockwork. Henrick as Tour Leader couldn’t do more to make sure everyone had a safe and enjoyable trip!

Wayne Riley, Vikings 2024

Excellent tour as usual from Bike Odyssey. Well planned out with daily distances taking into consideration ferries, elevation, and prior days’ exertions.
Henrick was a first-class tour leader, particularly for someone with my riding style (leave early, no breakfast, no lunch, just riding). It’s easy to be overlooked when my only contact with the guides is at the end of the day at the hotel. Yet Henrick made it a point of checking in, making sure I had enough food for the road, and going over the next day’s ride details.

Julie Ferguson, Vikings 2024

Vikings was my 4th adventure with Bike Odyssey. I never look anywhere else! It’s beginning to feel like family. Of course the usual high standard of support and historical information that we expect now from Sam and the crew. The guides are dedicated and work constantly to ensure we have a wonderful holiday. Vikings was the next level of spectacular. Challenging, a visual extravaganza everywhere you looked, a must-do ride for anyone who wants to be wowed everyday. Got to be one of the best so far. Thanks Bike Odyssey, see you next year in Japan.

Jane Clifton, Vikings 2024

The Vikings tour was a completely different experience to cycling in Italy or France. The people, places, food & roads travelled were exceptional and gave me a first-hand experience of the cultural similarities and differences in Denmark and Norway – nature cultivated and nature in the wild.

Michael Clifton, Vikings 2024

Making memories on the road across Denmark and Norway was the experience of a lifetime. Stunning scenery at every turn – fjords, waterfalls, beautiful climbs and exhilarating descents – Vikings had it all. Our heartfelt thanks to the Bike Odyssey team for a genuinely gold star experience on two wheels.

Rosa Stackhouse-Miller, Vikings 2024

What a trip of a lifetime. I wasn’t sure if I could manage given some health issues but I did every day. The ebikes were a great help, the guides were amazing and supportive and we all had the most amazing trip. The ROW was well covered, albeit commonwealth countries. The road bikers were great especially on the flats! I don’t think there was a day where we weren’t all together for the snacks lunches and dirty beers at the end of the day. Well done bike odyssey. A credit to the company. I LOVE Inaugural trips! I’m looking at my next trip!

Lee Sar, Venetians 2023

We just returned from the Venetians bike tour having had one of our best holidays ever! We loved exploring the beautiful Dalmatian Coast, sipping cocktails by the Adriatic, eating beautiful meals at wineries and restaurants that stayed open just for us, walking through the beautiful cities of Split, Hvar, Korcula and Dubrovnik with our own historical guide….it couldn’t have been any better. Our guides bent over backward to ensure all we had to do was ride and enjoy. I would happily do the same trip again tomorrow!

Eugene Katz, Venetians 2023

I have done 4 trips with Backroads, 2 with Trek Travel, and biked across Italy with Ciclismo Classico. I chose Bike Odyssey this time for the length, locations offered and the value. Venetians far exceeded my expectations. Slovenia and Croatia rides were fabulous, hotels were the best available in the areas we covered. The guides were extremely supportive, pleasant and professional from assembly to repacking. I’ll join bike Odyssey for another experience soon.

Evelyn & Rob Kirk, Venetians 2023

Thank you for giving us a magnificent cycling adventure. Rob and I reminisce and talk about the vacation often. I return mentally to all those places very often… like everyday.

We have also framed the route map and it is proudly hanging up to show everyone our journey.

Peter Swensen, Othello 2023

Cycling in Morocco was a culturally immersive experience so incredibly different to the classic Europe scene. Challenging mountain climbs, stunning views, long descents; Morocco exceeded all expectations. The roads were surprisingly good, and we always felt safe. Bike Odyssey took such amazing care of us. Though the cycling was fantastic, it was the connection with the Moroccan country and its beautiful people that made this cycling trip so special. They were so open and welcoming. Morocco is a cycling destination we will be talking about forever.

Jane Grover, Venetians 2023

Firstly, I want to express my gratitude to the Venetians Team, I thoroughly enjoyed the tour; the global group of riders were great and the support from Isabel, Henrick and Dario – superb. My net promoter score of the bike odyssey would be high and I would absolutely recommend this fabulous cycling tour. I had a great time and look forward to our paths crossing again in future. Please pass my sincere thanks to the divine support crew. Isabel you are a super star.

Cher & Hamish Walton, Vikings 2024

Every part of this adventure has exceeded our expectations. Because we have so truly enjoyed every other Bike Odyssey trip, our expectations were pretty high. Thank you so very much for your encouragement, patience, kindness and thoughtfulness. We are both looking forward to our next trip. Can’t wait to ride together again.

Bernie Niznik laughing with a fellow guest at a seaside table on The Odyssey tour

Bernie Niznik, The Odyssey 2023

As I look at the Parthenon this evening from the rooftop restaurant… A fantastic historical tour with all and more than I had hoped for in knowledgeable historians of Yasir and our guides. Marjolein – fantastic rider and physio. James – the consummate professional guide. Special appreciation to Moritz for his diligence on the bike, enthusiasm, competence and engaging wit.

Moyra Deans, The Odyssey 2024

Oh wow!!!!

That makes the ending of this trip the beginning of another!!!!!

Yes yes yes!!! Book me 🙂

Michael Brennan, Che 2019

Bike Odyssey is the coolest cycle tour company in the cosmos! I can’t wait to get to the next tour! Thanks to Sam and the team.

Kelly Slater, Allies 2017

The best guides in the business. 5 star everything with exercise, sightseeing and an historical banter from a real live Indiana Jones. This is a must-do company if you want a small, intimate, unique travel experience.

David Donnelly, Allies 2017

I could not recommend these guys more highly. Always friendly, professional and very organised. What they offer is an experience of a lifetime and I can’t wait to get out on the trails again soon!

Alex Berg smiling in sunglasses aboard a gulet, with a Greek coastal town in the background, on The Odyssey tour

Alex Berg, The Odyssey 2023

I’ve ridden with Sam’s tours before. He’s a first rate guy running a fantastic operation. If you’re looking to mix culture, great saddle time, good food and wine and stellar company – look no further!

James Sulzberger, Che 2019

Che is my second tour with Sam and his team. It was great… again! I would highly recommend them and now wondering when I can line up my third tour.

Ivan Holyman, Othello 2024

A great trip. Challenging, but great rides with fantastic rest days. And the best, the last rest day in the mountain.

Michael Buscher, Vikings 2024

An absolutely wonderful tour.

My favorite of all the many tours we have ridden.

Outstanding staff, good hotels / meals, breathtaking rides (literally and figuratively).

Charles Morgan, Vikings 2024

Another spectacular Bike Odyssey! Unique to The Odyssey, Othello as well as Che, was the different location and culture. The Vikings trip fits in this category IN SPADES!….Scandinavia with its different culture, languages, history and jaw-dropping landscape take your breath away. As well as being as challenging, or more, than any other Bike Odyssey, puts this tour above the rest! Weather be damned, this is a ‘don’t miss tour’.

Carolyn Port, Venetians 2020

Amazing cycling tours. Family run business with excellent service. The Venetians tour was the best holiday I have ever had. Fantastic route, excellent accommodation, scrumptious food and the most delightful guides.

Sarah Gillis with her bike overlooking a bay with a moored gulet on The Odyssey tour

Sarah Gillis, The Odyssey 2024

What a magnificent itinerary! The trip was very well organised; all I had to do was turn up in my lycra, rearing to go. Accommodation top notch. Cruising the Greek islands on a gulet – unforgettable.

Marina Marra smiling in cycling helmet and sunglasses wearing a Bike Odyssey jersey on The Odyssey tour

Marina Marra, The Odyssey 2024

Having gone on Othello, the Morocco tour, we signed up for Odyssey, the Turkey/Greece trip. Again, we were not disappointed – Sam and Isabel put on a good show. We will continue to patronize Bike Odyssey for all our international trips as they can’t be matched by other outfits. Highly recommend.

Eugene Katz, Venetians 2023

A wonderful experience with Bike Odyssey. There are very few cycle tour companies that offer tours lasting more than a few days. The trip included spectacular rides in Slovenia and Croatia, the former a lesser known bike destination. The tour was very well organized, the bike mechanics and tour guides were top notch. Lodging was the best available considering the small villages. Memories of this tour will last a lifetime. I am already planning for more Bike Odyssey trips.

Seth Washinsky, Othello 2024

I had the time of my life! The trip exceeded my expectations! The hotels were exceptional and unique, from the simple rural hotels to the 4/5 star hotels. Each hosted dinner was special and drinking as much wine as you wanted was a plus. The routes were challenging and breathtaking in their beauty. Most importantly, everyone: guides and fellow riders, made me feel at home.

Bruce Williams, Othello 2023

Nothing was too much trouble. Wonderful accommodation and dining experiences throughout in both Morocco and Spain. It’s clearly evident that Bike Odyssey does their research thoroughly to seek out and deliver the best experience.

Bruce Libin, Othello 2024

I doubt there is a cycling trip for avid cyclists that is equal to Bike Odyssey for organization, routes, accommodation and meals. From big plans to small details, quality and service are unsurpassed. … the support and creature comforts leave nothing to be desired.

Marina Marra, Othello 2024

Our ride in Morocco was so excellent, when we returned home I immediately booked another trip with Bike Odyssey. Everything was perfect, from the office staff and administrative arrangements to the quality of the bikes to the accommodations to the guides. Nothing was left unattended.

Danny Beran, Bike Odyssey tour guest, celebrating with arms raised overlooking the Tasman Bridge and river, Hobart

Danny Beran, Tasmania 2024

The organisers magnificently curate routes, food and hotel suppliers that are world class! Their support team of a bicycle mechanic and masseuse complement a sublimely curated experience delivering an amazing experience. Incredible pre-planning ensures every detail prior is considered and, as an adventure package experience, this is as good as it gets. I wish Bike Odyssey every ongoing success in delivering world class adventure.

Bob Goyette, Allies 2023

This was my third trip with Bike Odyssey and I would give it a perfect score. The guides were absolutely superb. They worked seamlessly as a team and as individuals. The riding was completely lovely and if you like to ride extra, the guides were very flexible in working with you so you could do as much or as little as you wanted. The combination of lovely riding and amazing history is unique to Bike Odyssey. I can’t think of a single negative thing to say.
PS the picnic lunches every day were a completely unexpected highlight.

Sarah Rawlinson, Bike Odyssey guest, on the Lionheart tour

Sarah Rawlinson, Lionheart 2022

A personal challenge with 5 star back up! Routes were fantastic; every day slightly different. Scenery, roads and gradients constantly varied. Great riding always. Food was beyond expectations…even for veggos! The accommodation was luxurious. Last, but certainly not least, the guides. I would do future tours for the guides alone! Loved the history and Sam’s calm approach to the day to day, no matter what.

Stephen Grover, New Zealand 2022

Experiences that leave a lasting impression for me are generally ones that are aligned with my values and create an authentic connection. Bike Odyssey NZ 2022 led by Isabel and supported by Sarah and Sean in NZ and Nicky and Sam in Australia was an absolute standout. Isabel is an outstanding leader combining Intelligence, empathy and great organisational skills. To share this experience with my son Hugh has been an absolute privilege. I can’t wait to begin my next Bike odyssey adventure with Jane and your team in 2023.

Eric Dole, Bike Odyssey tour guest, with fellow riders at a wine tasting table

Eric Dole, Tasmania 2022

Great support, great organisation, great fun, great Sam, great everything!!!

Tom Penny, Bike Odyssey tour guest, riding in a striped cycling jersey

Tom Penny, Tasmania 2020

Fantastic personalised service & continuous attention to the needs of a diverse group of clients.

Bike Odyssey Berry Challenge Kay Sharon John

John Montagner, Berry Escape 2020

Great ride with great company and the best of meals. Bike Odyssey really look after me on these rides.

Anthony Bennett, Berry Escape 2020

Very well organised, good route, excellent communication throughout and fabulous accommodation. Highly recommend Sam, Isabel and their support

Paul Traynor, Bike Odyssey guest, on a Bike Odyssey custom tour

Paul Traynor, Berry 2020

Super professional as always, the route was stunning and challenging, loved the food all round especially the on road lunches provided by Issy!

Roberta Bailey, Bike Odyssey tour guest, riding in colorful cycling kit on a country road

Roberta Bailey, Tasmania 2020

The tour was essentially a push-bike circumnavigation of Tasmania over 3 weeks. It was fully supported with accommodation at some of Tasmania’s top hotels and a smattering of more modest accommodation at some more remote locations. Sam and Isi and the masseuse, Sarah couldn’t do enough for us to make our experience a fabulous one.
Whilst not cheapest bike riding holiday, you get what you pay for and this is a perfect example of that. I will continue to choose Bike Odyssey.

Michael Webber, Bike Odyssey tour guest, riding along a coastal road in Tasmania

Michael Webber, Tasmania 2020

This was a hard ride — days had 1000 or more metres of climbing [with the option of more!] and an average of 100km of rolling terrain, but thoroughly enjoyable. Those discomforts were more than made up for by the scenery, food and wine. Sam was an attentive and skillful jack-of-all trades and Isabel was an energetic and enthusiastic presence at all times. Between them, they served up a varied and wonderful smorgasbord of hotels, meals and drinks. They consistently accommodated the varied and idiosyncratic requests of the touring group.

Boon Yeo, Custom Snowys 2022

I’ve been on several supported tours over the last few years and Sam is heads and shoulders above when it comes to attention to details and impeccable support for the rides.

Ralph McConaghy, Bike Odyssey tour guest, riding in helmet and cycling kit

Ralph McConaghy, Tasmania 2021

A really relaxing, well organised and enjoyable trip. Sam and Isi were enthusiastic, supportive and very personable tour leaders. Would heartily recommend Bike Odyssey trips.

Phil B, Berry 2022

Bike Tour was very well organised. Accommodation and meals were excellent. Riders were able to ride at own pace without hassles. Staff were very helpful, great fun and great people.

Mark McCorkindale, Custom Snowys 2022

Sam Wood put together a most professional and fun custom tour of the NSW Snowies at short notice. We were treated to nourishing breakfasts, gourmet roadside lunches, and selected dinners, interspersed with a wonderful variety snacks and drinks during the rest breaks. On road support was amazing, with cue-laden GPS routes, and equal support and encouragement handed out to the fast riders, the relaxed riders, and everyone in between.
And, there was still time to set up and prepare lunch, clean up after the hungry horde, and be at the end-of-day accommodation with keys and any important information.
I would not hesitate to join one of the Bike Odyssey trips – either domestic or overseas. Nor would I hesitate have ask them to put together a custom trip for us again.

Sally Collier, Custom Snowys 2022

Surpassed all expectations (and they were already high!). Sam seemed to be everywhere, conjuring up fabulous meals, shopping, repairing bikes, filling water bottles and all with a cheerful smile. Highly recommended.

Liz and Bill Donelly, Bike Odyssey tour guests, riding on a Tasmanian country road

Liz and Bill Donelly, Tasmania 2022

Our Bike Odyssey tour of Tasmania from Hobart to Launceston was a magical experience. The organization by Isabella and Sam was impeccable and the expertise in cycling an inspiration! The routes chosen were ideal to challenge and offer wonderful views of the countryside at the same time. The accommodation venues arranged were all of a high quality and we certainly appreciated the remedial massages with Sarah! We look forward to joining many future adventures with the amazing Bike Odyssey team!!

Dave and Karen Cunningham, Berry, 2020

First Class Cycling
Bike Odyssey just continues to deliver. Fully supported, flexible riding options that cater for all. Feel like knocking off early or missing that section – no worries. Want to ride further or detour a challenging climb – they just make it happen so seamlessly. Outstanding catering along the way, then overnight in luxurious accommodation with top class meals.
The l’Etape Escape weekend away was another great adventure delivered by Sam and Isabel.
Once you join the Bike Odyssey family you will realise this is the only way to cycle.

Ivan Holyman, Bike Odyssey tour guest, with fellow riders and a flag on the road

Ivan Holyman, Tasmania 2020

Great week of riding and guide support. Well structured itinerary with some great stops along the way (winery, cheese factory, fish shop, famous pub etc). Suitable focus on “where is the next coffee” and great picnics.

Sam and Isabel do a great job of making the journey a pleasure.

Daniel Webber, Bike Odyssey tour guest, riding on a forest gravel trail in Tasmania

Daniel Webber, Tasmania 2021

THE way to see Tasmania! This must be the best way to see Tasmania! Riding pace to get around and fabulous food and accommodation to keep you fresh. I absolutely loved it, including the challenges like climbing kunyani/Mt Wellington and Jacob’s Ladder at Ben Lomond. Isabel and Sam were fantastic guides/hosts and the routes were well researched. Can’t wait to do another Bike Odyssey!

Phil and Joyce Ogden, Berry Escape 2022

Sam and Isi set up short breaks in Australia to relieve the tedium of the Corona virus restrictions and the Berry break we joined on our tandem proved that Bike Odyssey was able to match the quality of their customary European trips here at home. The riding was unexpectedly challenging, utilising mostly quiet roads, the weather was satisfyingly pleasant and the company, support, food and accommodation were outstanding. Just as we have come to expect from Bike Odyssey!

Karen Cunningham, Bike Odyssey tour guest, with a fellow rider and their bikes at a waterfront lodge

Karen Cunningham, Tasmania 2021

Outstanding support & customer service. Tassie Down Under was my first Bike Odyssey and I couldn’t have been more thrilled with how it all went! Sam and Isabel leave nothing to chance. They are super organized and extremely accommodating to the varying needs of each person on tour. The support they gave us both on and off the bike was absolutely outstanding. The accommodation was high end and the meals were incredible. I’m already planning my next Bike Odyssey and it won’t be my last!

John Broughton, Custom Snowys Tour 2022

Sam provided support for our 7 day Snowy Mountains bike tour… day 1 I thought this was pretty good having morning tea, lunch, afternoon tea all sorted without thinking about it. As the days and k’s rolled on I reset my thinking to “how far to Sam” such was the fabulous support and treats each stop provided.

Choosing a supported bike tour is easy now, just select which Bike Odyssey trip to go on, simple!

Adrian Amelse, Hannibal 2022

A trip of a lifetime cycling through Spain, France & Italy – Pyrenees, Mediterranean, French Alps, iconic climbs, renowned wine regions, medieval villages and most importantly new friends from the Hannibal Odyssey.

Two Bike Odyssey tour guests riding side by side on a Tasmanian country road

George Gardner, Tasmania 2019

A great trip all around; beautiful Tasmania countryside, well organized, excellent communication, helpful leaders (Cam for President), outstanding restaurants and mostly top-quality hotels. I especially appreciate Sam driving us two hours to the airport due to our leaving the trip early. Very kind of him.
A challenging, gratifying and memorable trip.

Steve Ball, Bike Odyssey guest, on the Lionheart tour

Steve Ball, Lionheart 2019

Amazing way to see the world with a fantastic company. I recommend this trip to everyone!

Scott James, Bike Odyssey guest, on the Lionheart tour

Scott James, Lionheart 2019

Had the best guides on the best roads, the accommodation was second to none, navigation was spot on and the food was exceptional!

Dean Jackson, Bike Odyssey guest, on the Lionheart tour

Dean Jackson, Lionheart 2019

I just did the Lionheart tour. The Bike Odyssey routes, accommodation, food and history talks – all amazing. But what made the trip outstanding was that Sam and his team went the extra mile (often literally!) to keep us safe, healthy and happy.

Ross Ditchfield, Bike Odyssey guest, on the Lionheart tour

Ross Ditchfield, Lionheart 2019

Fantastic trip and fantastic attention to detail from the team. Bike Odyssey sweats the details so you can just enjoy the riding, eating and the views.

Chris Jallard, Bike Odyssey guest, on the Lionheart tour

Chris Jallard, Lionheart 2019

The best in the business – sensational, organised and professional sums up the Bike Odyssey Team. The route planning is impeccable taking in the quiet roads and stunning scenery. Every day ends in another top class and unique accommodation with tasty regional food and wine. Nothing to think about once on the trip except the all important riding your bike.

Tony Rigney, Bike Odyssey guest, on the Lionheart tour

Tony Rigney, Lionheart 2019

Outstanding scenery, accommodation and food. Everything is taken care of for you, just get on your bike and enjoy the amazing scenery and excellent roads with very little traffic.
Thanks Sam and everyone at Bike Odyssey for a truly memorable holiday.

John Cullity, Bike Odyssey guest, on the Lionheart tour

John Cullity, Lionheart 2019

Extremely happy. Awesome route and on-road support, fantastic accommodation and food. As good as Hannibal which was my best overseas experience to date.

Mich Jones, Bike Odyssey guest, on the Lionheart tour

Mich Jones, Lionheart 2019

The trip was simply brilliant. The team were outstanding in their organisation and I always felt respected and very safe on the road. Our bikes and gear were well cared for, the food and accommodation was amazing, the riding routes extremely well scouted and thought through. I highly recommend Bike Odyssey and look forward to enjoying another adventure with them in future.

Adam Somerville, Bike Odyssey guest, on the Lionheart tour

Adam Somerville, Lionheart 2019

Hands down the best holiday I have had. Great food and accommodation, unbelievable levels of support from the Bike Odyssey team and the ability to completely unplug for large stints each day made this an epic break.

I’ll definitely be back.

Michelle Ball, Bike Odyssey guest, on the Lionheart tour

Michelle Ball, Lionheart 2019

If there was an option to rate 6 star, I would!

What an experience – there is nothing I would change. From start to finish, the location, the rides, the seamless transfers of my gear each day, the fantastic group of people riding, and the brilliant guides supporting us daily. I cannot wait to book another tour. Yes it is the only bike tour I have done, however, pretty certain it rates as one of the best.

Linda Nairn, Hannibal 2019

I did this trip on an ebike as I am not a cyclist. The organisation by Bike Odyssey made life easier. Routes were plotted, coffee was planned and picnic lunches set up perfectly. The guides were professional; Max has a gift with people and inspired us every day. Our bikes were expertly maintained and our bodies too with professional massages. We had amazing food, saw places we would never have known about, made special friendships and new memories that will last a lifetime. Would I travel with Bike Odessey again? I’m already planning it.

Karen Cunningham, Bike Odyssey guest, on the Hannibal tour

Karen Cunningham, Hannibal 2019

I enjoyed my 10 days as a non-riding partner. Whilst my husband was riding through the Alps, I was hiking to a lake, enjoying a wine tasting or two and taking part in an Italian cooking lesson. We wandered through local markets and enjoyed our accommodation in Castles and Villas in vineyards with magnificent views! The Bike Odyssey crew are welcoming, informative and friendly. I have no hesitation in recommending Bike Odyssey for the non rider, although I will definitely be riding next time on an e-bike! My husband is already planning the next one!

Bruce Libin, Bike Odyssey guest, on the Hannibal tour

Bruce Libin, Hannibal 2019

THE trip for serious cyclists who also appreciate life après-ride.

Bike Odyssey’s Hannibal trip has it all: challenging cycling (including the most noted climbs of France and some very spiky ascents in Italy), outstanding support, fine dining, quality accommodations.

Charles Morgan, Bike Odyssey guest, on the Hannibal tour

Charles Morgan, Hannibal 2019

This was a very challenging cycling trip, riding in the Pyrenees of Spain and France, the French Alps and Apennines of Italy. If you want the best cycling Europe has to offer, this is the trip to take. Bike Odyssey provided expert support and knowledge, super accommodations and excellent cuisine (picnic lunches and tremendous restaurant choices). New friendships created made this trip an epic experience. Look forward to my next Bike Odyssey trip!

Mark Yates, Bike Odyssey tour guest, standing with his bike in a golden grassy field, Tasmania

Mark Yates, Tasmania 2019

First tour was Tassie. Had a great time. Looking forward to doing Morocco in 2021.

John Davison-Mowle, Che 2018

As inexperienced cyclists we were very capably supported throughout the wonderful Che tour, an exotic, challenging and exciting experience. Wonderful arrangements, great guides and support staff, and the ability to adapt to the different needs of the riders and local situations. They were also great at helping the group gel and work well together.

Paul Traynor, Hannibal Custom Tour

Having toured with Sam and team on Hannibal in 2017 we signed up again in 2019 for another custom tour. The quality of the whole experience was impressive, from the route choice on the most scenic and quiet roads to the exceptional accommodation and regional food. All done in a relaxed way made us feel we were in safe hands.

Sarah Rawlinson, Che 2018

There’s no better way to see these countries, especially the Andes. Cycling routes were challenging and time off the bike was spectacular. Accommodation was a destination in itself. Guides were excellent! It was tough but the rewards made every pedal stroke worthwhile. The 80km lakeside route culminating in the climb of Volcan Osorno was awesome and, as always, rewarded with a pisco sour. Great people, great challenges and countries that took me to places I’d never imagined! I’ll be lining up for another tour next year.

David Phelan, Bike Odyssey tour guest, riding on a country road, Tasmania

David Phelan, Tasmania 2019

Everything was done exceptionally well – from the amazing route and scenery, the scrumptious picnic lunches, the fantastic accommodation and first class evening meals. The relaxed, yet organized atmosphere that Sam and Cam created among all the riders was the cherry on the cake. This was my first tour with Bike Odyssey and I give them the highest of recommendations.

Andrew Smith, Tasmania 2019

An excellent experience from the first enquiry to the last day of the holiday. The routes, accommodations, picnics and the support on the road were all excellent throughout the trip. The routes well thought out and the bike I hired from them was excellent.

Michael and Louise Clifton, Bike Odyssey guests, hoisting their bikes overhead at a mountain summit on the Lionheart tour

Michael and Louise Clifton, Lionheart 2018

Sam and the Bike Odyssey team exceeded our expectations on every level. Each and every day of our first European cycle adventure delivered memories of people and places that will last a lifetime. A test of mind and body, but a rich and rewarding experience that has whet the appetite for more of the same. We’ll be back.

Wayne Riley, Bike Odyssey guest, cycling a mountain road on the Lionheart tour

Wayne Riley, Lionheart 2018

Without a doubt your guides are the best I’ve had on any tour, and I’ve ridden more tours than I can count across the US, Europe and South America. This is what will keep me coming back to Odyssey tours. Also extremely important – willingness to let riders leave whenever they want in the morning and have the bikes out and ready to ride early. Much appreciated.

A Bike Odyssey guest cycling on the Hannibal tour

Paul Traynor, Custom Tour 2017

Organising a custom tour in a foreign country where you are not fluent in the language can be intimidating as you are always trying to consider your groups individual needs and abilities. The Bike Odyssey team was able to provide a very high end and seamless experience; prompting the riding group’s sign up for Lionheart. Sam’s approach is calm and confident and the route choice as well as accommodation was memorable. I would highly recommend engaging Bike Odyssey.

Hannah Schultz, Custom Tour 2018

Eastern Explorer Excellence!! We had such a fantastic two week custom tour with Bike Odyssey. 9 friends from Adelaide, of varying abilities, embarked on an epic 1,400kms from Görlitz on the German/Polish border, all through Poland, with a rest day in Gdańsk, ending in Vilnius, the capital of Lithuania. The organisation of the trip was perfect, Max and Francesca our tour leaders could not have done more for us. Great hotels, wonderful food, and great technical help from Frannie who made us all into Hammerhead converts and experts within no time at all! No more dodgy paper maps and getting lost, Hammerheads are the way forward! Literally!

Thanks Bike Odyssey for a brilliant tour, we look forward to the next one!

Amanda Copp, Hannibal 2017

Well, what can I say other than brilliant! Hannibal 2017 was 16 days of brilliant riding, excellent accommodation and the guides were just second to none. Sam, Max and the team are committed to ensuring that you have the trip of a lifetime, to which I did. I would recommend bike odyssey as the best cycling company to take you on an adventure through Europe and beyond! Do it!!!…..you won’t regret a single minute. Thanks Sam and team for a wonderful trip!

Sarah Armstrong, Bike Odyssey guest, on the Hannibal tour

Sarah Armstrong, Hannibal 2017

The cycling routes, guides, food, wine and accommodation were all great. Such a memorable trip. I highly recommend bike odyssey.

Peter Rau, Bike Odyssey Tasmania tour guest, smiling in helmet and sunglasses

Peter Rau, Tasmania, 2019

Awesome Guides, fantastic accommodation, best riding ever. If you ride a bike, book a holiday with these guys. You won’t regret it!

Megan Rigney, Bike Odyssey guest, on the Hannibal tour

Megan Rigney, Hannibal 2017

Thank you Max for being such an excellent guide during our Hannibal Tour. Your infectious enthusiasm was invaluable and the way you supported the whole group each day was fabulous. I felt very safe with you as our tour leader during the first few days and appreciate your motivating and fun loving personality from the beginning to the end of the trip. And last but not least, your Spanish mints (with accompanying jingle) each morning were vital to a good start to the day.

Martyn Smith, Hannibal 2017

I felt that all the guides and their contributions were extraordinary. All went over and above to ensure that we were in the right place. Their individual and team contributions were excellent as was their personal skill sets. All were able to walk the talk with no trouble.

Pat Marshall, Bike Odyssey guest, on the Hannibal tour

Pat Marshall, Hannibal 2017

The guides were amazing…..excellent in fact. Particular mention has to go to Mark. He is as solid and reliable and friendly as you could ever wish for. Nothing was too much for him – he was ever present and friendly. The image of him at the top of Col Agnel in gale force words and horizontal rain, packing bikes into the trailer will stay with me for a long time. The other guides were all excellent and genuinely could not do enough. They made the trip very easy and all we had to do was concentrate on riding our bikes.

Dianne Batten, Lionheart 2018

I was captivated from the first by the notion of historically themed epic cycling journeys, but I had no idea about the level of real support that Sam and his team was going to provide. Our journey was certainly epic in every way; the daily distances stretched me physically and we were unlucky to cop some really wet weather during the first weeks of the tour. The support really amazed me. There were days when we arrived at our destination soaked and nearly done in, but our bikes were whisked away for clean up and we were met with enthusiastic congratulations from the team and snacks and drinks for an immediate pick-me-up. This was always followed by utter relaxation in wonderful accommodation and great food. On the ride itself, the bike guides were a revelation to me. The last part of the climb to the Gotthardt was looking a bit grim until a smiling face appeared at my side and suggested a pause for a photo opportunity might just let me catch my breath. Despite being the last rider at the col who wanted to make the cold descent in the mist, companion riders and guides all encouraged me to go for it.

Doug Bruce, Lionheart 2018

Despite having had a “one in a century event” as far as the amount of rainfall is concerned (there have been record floods in this part of the world), and precipitation for 5 out of the past 6 days, everyone is still in good spirits and, if anything, the sense of a group identity is stronger than ever. This in itself is a fine testament to both Sam’s organisation and the great team he has put together to support us. And the service in making sure all our bikes are cleaned up, re-lubed, and with gears tuned each morning – often in the rain – through these days of inclement weather has been magnificent. Through it all, Sam has remained totally unfazed and this has helped us all through. With the fantastically conceived historical nature of this trip, the brilliant route and wonderful accommodation as well – not to mention Sam’s excellent historical interpretations – it’s hard to imagine a more interesting, rewarding and challenging tour.

Bob Hofman, Hannibal 2016

As a 65 yr old with 2 metal hips, I joined Sam’s very first Hannibal tour, with some appreciable trepidation. But any misgivings I might have entertained dissipated quickly. Stunning views, friendly and ever helpful guides, scrumptious local fare and excellent accommodation more than compensated for the fading grumblings of an initially reluctant body. By the 3rd day all fatigue was forgotten as I made friends with riders from very different backgrounds, learnt some useful lingo and soaked up sights, smells and history of a most interesting part of the World.

Jason Langer, Bike Odyssey guest, on the Hannibal tour

Jason Langer, Hannibal 2017

Sam did a faultless job running the tour from the hotels to the food, the support, the hire bikes and the incredible history of Hannibal along the way, I cannot imagine how it could have been executed any better. The guides were professional, dedicated, friendly and supportive. Their experience shone through and is their greatest asset.
I already have my next epic tour planned, and it wont be the last.

Stephen Seymour, Hannibal 2017

The Hannibal Expedition has been the major riding highlight of my 20-year riding career. The scenery, food, wine and accommodation were something I have no hesitation in recommending. For me, the greatest plus was achieving the challenge the Hannibal Expedition’s thoughtfully crafted route provides. Plenty of personal challenge, in beautiful and historic countries, with almost no traffic. What more could you ask for?

Sharon Watson, Venetians 2017

The guides? What a team! On and off the bike the guys could not have been better. Their focus was on ensuring that everyone was safe and enjoying themselves. Nothing seemed to be too much trouble. They handled sometimes difficult situations , with grace, and good humour. And as an added bonus Mark and Dirk’s photography is simply stunning. So I’ve done 2 epic trips now, thoroughly indulged and enjoyed myself both times.

James Sulzburger

Max, Sam and Mark, what a trip! The finest food and wine from France, the best roads of Germany, Polish castles, new age Baltic states, and behind the romance of Russia. We did more than follow Napoleon’s footsteps, we opened up a new world. My life is enriched because of the 2015 Napoleon tour.

Kay Jacob

Sam, a fantastic tour for the adventurous with the usual epic adventure standards – well researched, great accommodation and meals and the best of guides and support. This tour has a variety of landscapes, terrain, cultures and is filled with history both ancient and modern. There wasn’t a day when I thought I’d prefer to be somewhere else.

Gary Powell

Sam, Max, and Mark, thanks guys, in your role as tour operators and guides your professionalism, work rate, attention to detail and commitment was second to none.

Ruth Kerr

Sam, your team did a magnificent job in the planning & executing of this tour – the castles, chateaux, monasteries & mansions we stayed in were amazing ( who could forget Ziggy?)!

Will Wetherall, Hannibal 2017

What an amazing holiday! You can eat and drink as much as you like and you still go home fitter and trimmer than when you left! Wait till Woman’s Weekly or Cosmo hear about this holiday! You guys’ll be booked solid till early retirement. This was undoubtedly the best long weekend of my life so far. I’ll be back next year for at the very least a full stage, if not more! My legs look forward to cashing this cheque which my hand is currently writing!

Stephen Seymour, Hannibal 2017

The guides were excellent! They think ahead and are always making the best experience for the riders, whether making sure the bikes are in top condition, the picnic lunch is in “the spot”, or the evening meal is an experience to remember. They are happy to answer questions on route and change things as weather or circumstance require. Sam’s historical knowledge and his willingness to share this knowledge really added to the trip. I am very much looking forward to riding with them again.

Ted Robinson, Hannibal 2017

This was by far the most fun I have had on a bike. It was a pretty stern physical test for me, and thus perfect. I eyed off the van once or twice but never had to get in it. Lovely places and lovely routes that you would never find by yourself, and all fully supported.

Roddy Johnson, Hannibal 2017

Hannibal Barca, the wily Carthaginian General, was a fine strategist and leader. His attempt to conquer Rome by taking war elephants across the Alps was a real feat. If you wish to ride across the Alps, in fine style, without the support of war elephants, then you should sign up for this tour. They are great operators and their tour is first class.

Jason Langer, Hannibal 2017

It is a rare thing to experience something that changes your perspective on life permanently, even more rare when that something is a choice, and not a challenge that life has forced upon you.
The Hannibal Tour did just that. This Tour covered some of the most extraordinary landscape I will ever see. Meeting the physical challenge of 26 days of cycling when I have never in my life before been a cyclist has left me with an incredible belief that anything is possible in life. I have made lifelong friends from across the globe. We all laughed hard, ate and drank like kings. At the top of the Alps I cried with joy. All this, from the seat of a bicycle.

Kay Jacob, Hannibal 2017

Sam obviously put a lot of time and effort into researching and organising this tour. The detail is obvious from the start and resulted in a magnificent experience. The hotels, restaurants, routes, lunch stops, coffee breaks and extras such as wine tastings and farmhouse meals were superb. An added feature of their tours is the historical aspect in regard to our location. I feel very lucky to have found this tour and able to participate as it was challenging, unforgettable and a great opportunity to meet other like minded cyclists and create new friendships. It was hard coming home after such a unique experience. Thank you Sam.

Bernadette Redfern, Hannibal 2017

To go on a trip that has congruency with the challenge of the ride – the epic history, gastronomy, the culture, the landscapes and to provide such intelligent support is amazing. I loved it, felt challenged, gave myself to the whole experience and have no criticisms; just grateful for a marvelous trip.

A cyclist descending a mountain road on the Hannibal tour

Felix Lowe, Hannibal 2017

The 25 days I spent on the road with Sam was the best month I have had in my life. To be able to travel through Spain, France and Italy, and to see, do, eat and enjoy so much, was a real privilege. Sam eliminates any stress that may come with such a huge undertaking. Really, all you have to do is keep pedalling and not lose control of your bike when you pinch yourself to check you are not actually dreaming.

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