Active travel. Translation: propelling yourself through breathtaking landscapes by bike, foot or cross-country ski. Immersing yourself in the experience rather than observing the world through moving windows. A flawless blend of activity and adventure carefully choreographed to offer both support and freedom in the desired proportions. The essence of active travel is discovery—of a place, of a culture, of nature, of oneself. Travel under your own power and at your own speed. Set a "personal best" or linger along the way, getting acquainted with your new neighborhood. Share gracious accommodations and fine cuisine with fellow active travelers of all ages and bicycling abilities. And revel in the added attractions—special events that reveal another dimension of the region’s character. No harried guides, jammed buses or packed itineraries—just engaging leaders and the pace and diversions you desire. As you roam the countryside, slowly, intimately, be prepared for a sensory rush. The fragrance of roses in an English garden. The salty tickle of sea spray along a deserted beach.

Your only responsibility is to have fun, whatever that means to you. Let your Uniglobe Tour 'N Travel representative handle the rest. Sing your heart out. Tell jokes. Yodel from a mountaintop. Laugh—a lot! Our diverse and extensive line-up of trips can keep you pedaling for life. Choose any of more than 80 remarkable destinations on six continents. Out-of-the-mainstream yet easy-to-reach corners of the planet, each brimming with its own brand of charm. Return home with a sense of well-being and accomplishment. With new friends and shared memories. Don’t just take our word for it. Ask one of our thousands of returning guests. They may just let you in on a little secret—that active travel is addictive. Typical vacations just don’t satisfy in the same way once you’ve taken a two-wheeled spin through the vineyards of Tuscany or pedaled beneath a canopy of scarlet maples in Vermont. Or after you’ve cruised turquoise waters on a Turkish gulet in between bike rides. Remember, it’s not how far you go, it’s how you get there!

Unsurpassed Support

Spacious vans, reserved exclusively for guests, regularly sweep biking routes on the look out for riders desiring mechanical assistance or a lift. Vans also serve as repair and refreshment centers carry purchases you may make along the way. 50 custom-designed trailers are mobile kitchens, complete with built-in propane stoves, insulated ice chests and restaurant supplies.

Camping in beautiful settings, with birdsong as your alarm clock. Reveling in new friendships. Bedding down beneath a blanket of moonlight.

Carefree Camping

What could be more carefree than trusting accomplished leaders to handle all the camping chores, from performing culinary magic in our customized kitchen-on-wheels to cleaning up afterward? Our campgrounds are selected for their spectacular scenery. Many are in national or state parks surrounded by woods, mountains and rivers. Some feature amenities such as swimming pools, while others are splendidly remote wildness settings. Hot showers are generally available (We set up solar showers when they’re not). Cuisine plays a staring role on camping trips. Imagine waking up to sourdough french toast smothered in warm maple syrup, eggs cooked to order, fresh melon and a cup of just brewed gourmet coffee, all served with a smile. After breakfast, a generous assortment of picnic foods—from sandwich fixings to salads—entice you to prepare a personalized lunch for your day in the saddle. At the end of an energetic day’s ride, picture a tray of appetizers, cool fruit juices and a selection of wines waiting for you. And for Dinner? Perhaps grilled chicken breast with Mediterranean vegetables or pasta primavera. You’ve earned every mouthful—right down to our most sinful dessert, chocolate decadence.

Lodging & Cuisine

It doesn’t get much better than this. A satisfying day of activity and adventure. A snug nest of your own in a handsome hotel. A serene setting. Delicious food. Abundant amenities.

Would the experience be as rewarding if you’d arrived by car, muscles and senses unchallenged, rather than by bicycle? Doubtful. No, it sure doesn’t get much better than this. Distinctive lodging and dinning experiences are hallmarks of these active vacations. Whether an inn bears the gold fleur de lys of Relais & Chateaux and a star-studded chef or natural surroundings stunning in their beauty—you can count on a warm welcome and memorable stay. Character and quality head the list of high standards we seek in our accommodations. What gives a hotel its character? Here are some of our criteria. The setting. The tastefulness of its décor. The ambiance of it’s public areas and the comforts of its guest rooms. The talents of its chef. The smiles and service of its staff. A regional flavor. And the distinctive touches that make it unique—perhaps a hot tub at the edge of a pristine mountain lake. In some locations—the national park lodges, for example—the setting is more magnificent than the hotel itself. And as Uniglobe Tour 'N Travel ventures further into exotic locales where our standard of lodging is in short supply (if it exists at all), we’ve sought out the best available rather than pass by such exquisite active travel destinations.

We advise you in individual trip descriptions if the lodging is anything less than you would expect on a  vacation. Like our accommodations, our dining locations are selected for superior service and regional flavor. Often the restaurants where we savor perfectly prepared cuisine and fine wines are housed within our hotel. Other times we venture our for a taste of local fare. If this is Washington, the tender salmon must be freshly caught. Italy? The pasta is homemade, of course, and the sauce recipe undoubtedly passed down through several generations. Bountiful breakfasts in our inns fortify us for the active day ahead, while lunches offer an opportunity to indulge in the renowned picnic or sample a local café. Most evenings are spent dinning with the group, feasting on the creations of award-winning chefs or the finest the local restaurants have to offer. On the occasional night on your own, there’s the chance to pursue a personal culinary adventure. Often gourmet, sometimes simple and hearty, cuisine is so tempting that we suspect many an extra mile has been biked just to earn dessert. Since 1979, we have worked closely with innkeepers and restaurants to ensure that the levels of service and comfort meet our standards. We invite you to discover for yourself the memorable lodging and cuisine that complement your active vacation.