Barge and Bike

[dayjack119]

I'm not getting any younger and the idea of a 'barge and bike' tour somewhere in Europe is very enticing as a bucket list item.  I've done 12 coast to coast or border to border rides since retirement in the USA and Canada but now I'm looking at experiencing a luxury tour, something where I hop onto a boat with a bike and they feed me well, shelter me and each day my buddies and I bike tour with a guide and then meet the boat further down the river.  I know it will cost some dough but then again, you only live once and time is moving like an express freight train.  ...Does anyone have knowledge and experience with this kind of tour?  I'd love to heart from you.     

[John Nettles]

We looked into it a few years ago.  There are several companies that do guided tours, at least back then.  I would just Google "barge & bikes" or something like that and see what pops up. 

Also, I am pretty sure that most river cruise companies allow you to bring your bike so if you wanted a specific itinerary/company, I would just call them to ask. Some may provide bikes themselves.

Finally, you might ask on BikeForums as they are a more international audience than this forum, which is primarily geared toward ACA and North American routes.
Tailwinds, John

[dayjack119]

Thanks for the info.  I'll check it out.

[UncaBuddha]

I did a southern France bike/barge trip with my wife for our anniversary many years ago. VERY posh and VERY memorable! Unfortunately, the company closed down. If I can find more info I'll come back here! Good luck!

[dayjack119]

Hey, Thanks.  Sounds like you had a great time.

[donald.stewart.92]

England and Scotland have canals with rental barges. Great way to see the country.


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