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| Type of tour: | Guided |
| Level: | Moderate |
| Duration: | 7 Nights |
| Distance: | 24 Miles/day average |
| Dates: | Mar 31; Apr 28; May 5; Sep 22, 29; and Oct 10, 2012 |
| Tour price: | €1040 |
| Start city: | Bodrum, Turkey |
| End city: | Bodrum, Turkey |
On a comfortable Turkish "Gulet" and by mountain bike, we explore the sun islands of the Greek Aegean. The islands are a magical and mythical world filled with historical monuments and an abundance of stories. A world painted by the sun and surrounded by the life-giving sea.
Come on a voyage of discovery, and experience the Aegean from a special perspective, namely, by land and by sea. Relax while swimming in idyllic bays, enjoy the fabulous vistas, and walk in the footsteps of a turbulent, glorious past. Let us take you to the ancient Asclipion where Hippocrates, the famous physician, practiced his art.
Enjoy the peaceful and lovely island Lipsi and dive into the atmosphere of the holy island Patmos. Be astonished by the unique panoramic views which are offered during the bike rides.
On a comfortable Turkish "Gulet" and by mountain bike, we explore the sun islands of the Greek Aegean. The islands are a magical and mythical world filled with historical monuments and an abundance of stories. A world painted by the sun and surrounded by the life-giving sea.
Come on a voyage of discovery, and experience the Aegean from a special perspective, namely, by land and by sea. Relax while swimming in idyllic bays, enjoy the fabulous vistas, and walk in the footsteps of a turbulent, glorious past. Let us take you to the ancient Asclipion where Hippocrates, the famous physician, practiced his art.
Enjoy the peaceful and lovely island Lipsi and dive into the atmosphere of the holy island Patmos. Be astonished by the unique panoramic views which are offered during the bike rides.
Day 1: Bodrum (embarkation)
Individual arrival by plane and subsequent transfer to Bodrum/Turkey. After checking in on the gulet, we have the opportunity to explore the interesting old part of town and the port. Dinner on board. The last participants arrive at the ship late in the evening.
Day 2: Island of Kos (16 miles/25 km; 790 ft/240 m altitude difference)
Crossing to Kos before lunch. There begins our first bike tour, which - always running close to the coast - takes us to a beach with a hot spring for a first swim in the Aegean. On the way back to the ship, we master our first steep uphill and our first downhill on a gravel road. We spend the evening in Kos, the lively capital of the island. On a tour through the town, we come with each step across traces of the island's great past. The Roman forum, the fortress of the Knights of St. John, and the mosques from the time when Kos was part of the Ottoman Empire stand shoulder to shoulder. We can end the evening relaxing in one of the town's numerous bars and cafes.
Day 3: Island of Kalymnos (25 miles/40 km; 2,600 ft/800 feet altitude difference)
On today's ride, we exclusively use tar sealed roads. From the port of Pothia ,we bicycle first to the west coast of the island. Here we have a wonderful view of the neighboring island of Telendos. Then follows a longer uphill ride into a valley which - for this barren island - is surprisingly green. We continue as far as the quiet fishing village of Vathi, where we can have a coffee break in a cozy tavern. Along a high panoramic route we return to Pothia. If we feel like going on for a bit, it is worthwhile to make the short detour to the Aghioi Pantes monastery, where we have a wonderful view across the harbor. In the afternoon, we go by boat to beautiful island of Lipsi.
Day 4: Island of Lipsi (9 miles/15 km; 660 ft/200 m altitude difference)
Lipsi, with its quiet beaches and 55 churches, has been largely spared from tourism, is a very worth-seeing island. After a short bike ride, a beautiful, peaceful beach invites us to enjoy a long swim break. Later on, you shouldn't miss a visit to the wonderful confectionery in the harbor. In the afternoon, we cross over to Patmos by boat, which can be seen from afar with its snow white upper town and its towering monastery.
Day 5: Island of Patmos (19 miles/30 km; 1,320 ft/400 m altitude difference)
On a panoramic bike ride, we visit the grotto, in which St. John during his banishment saw the apocalypse. The world famous St. John monastery of Hora, a village, which has a paradise-like peaceful atmosphere with its numerous white alleys and 33 churches and chapels, is the next stop on our tour. From there, we cycle along a wonderful beach inviting us for a bathing stop. Afterwards, we return to the port where the ship awaits us to cruise over to Leros.
Day 6: Island of Leros (20 miles/32 km; 2,130 ft/650 m altitude difference)
Leros is green and varied, continuously offering new vistas and surprising glimpses into small bays. The bike tour leads us on an unpaved road to a scenic view point and continues on to the sea-washed chapel of Aghios Isidoros, where many a couple has tied the knot for life. After a break for espresso at the idyllic port of Aghia Marina, the bike tour takes us to the fortress of the Knights of St. John. In the afternoon, we continue to Pothia, the main port of the island of Kalymnos, which used to be a center for sponge diving and which is nowadays considered a Mecca for climbers.
Day 7: Island of Kos (a: 17 miles/27 km; b: 23 miles/37 km; and a: 1,300 ft/400 m; b: 2,300 ft/700 m altitude difference)
In the morning, we go on a bike trip to the world-famous excavation site of the Asclepieion of Kos, where Hippocrates, the father of modern medicine, was active. From there, we continue to an old Greek mountain village called Zia, where a number of cozy taverns invite us to linger. Afterwards, we bicycle on partly asphalted and partly gravel roads to Kos Town. After lunch. On the way to Bodrum, we enjoy the last cruise on board of our ship. Bodrum's vivacious old center invites us once again to go on another enjoyable walk through town. The last evening aboard takes place traditionally and includes the communal dinner and a last get-together in a cozy atmosphere with crew and tour guides.
Day 8: Disembarkation in Bodrum
After breakfast, check out and transfer to the airport or extension of your holiday in the Turkish or Greek Aegean sea.
Changes
We reserve the right to make changes in the route if unpredictable wind and weather conditions as well as organizational requirements should make this necessary.
Mar 31; Apr 28; May 5; Sep 22, 29; and Oct 10, 2012
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Gulet boat
On this tour your accommodation is a “Comfort- Gulet”- depending on the size of the group the Gulet can offer 8 - 16 guest cabins. Turkish Gulets meet all expectations of a sailing yacht - even when requesting high standard: teak deck, luxury interior including bar and cushioned seat- and relaxing possibilities. The boat speed is about 9 knots when using the motor and 4 to 6 knots when sailing. All cabins have their own shower and toilet. The cabins are located on the tween deck which means that entering the cabins is only possible from the interior of the Gulet. A window to the outside is available in all cabins. Of course, the crew is committed to take care of the Islandhoppers’ well-being according to the Turkish hospitality standard.
Gulet boat
On this tour your accommodation is a “Comfort- Gulet”- depending on the size of the group the Gulet can offer 8 - 16 guest cabins. Turkish Gulets meet all expectations of a sailing yacht - even when requesting high standard: teak deck, luxury interior including bar and cushioned seat- and relaxing possibilities. The boat speed is about 9 knots when using the motor and 4 to 6 knots when sailing. All cabins have their own shower and toilet. The cabins are located on the tween deck which means that entering the cabins is only possible from the interior of the Gulet. A window to the outside is available in all cabins. Of course, the crew is committed to take care of the Islandhoppers’ well-being according to the Turkish hospitality standard.
Your tour price includes the use of an Island Hopping rental bike. We urgently discourage you from bringing your own bike because the transport from your hometown to Turkey by airplane is both costly and risky. The bikes often get damaged during transport and the transfer taxis are often unwilling to transport bike boxes.
On arrival, you receive a 24-speed Island Hopping Mountain Bike. These bicycles are especially made for us and the result of our long experience in cycling tourism. The bicycles are available with different frames for men and women. If there should not be enough Island Hopping mountain bikes in the respective frame heights on our ship, we will provide a different brand of mountain bikes. These bikes will be of the same or higher quality as our Island Hopping mountain bikes.
Your tour price includes the use of an Island Hopping rental bike. We urgently discourage you from bringing your own bike because the transport from your hometown to Turkey by airplane is both costly and risky. The bikes often get damaged during transport and the transfer taxis are often unwilling to transport bike boxes.
On arrival, you receive a 24-speed Island Hopping Mountain Bike. These bicycles are especially made for us and the result of our long experience in cycling tourism. The bicycles are available with different frames for men and women. If there should not be enough Island Hopping mountain bikes in the respective frame heights on our ship, we will provide a different brand of mountain bikes. These bikes will be of the same or higher quality as our Island Hopping mountain bikes.
This region is relatively mountainous. This tour is thus one of the more demanding in our program. The bike routes require a basic level of fitness which you should have acquired by occasional or daily cycling. The daily routes of 12 to 27 mi. cover hilly or mountainous terrain and can be completed without time constraints. The routes can reach an altitude of 650 to 1,400 ft. You will also come across some longer and rather steep climbs where pushing your bike is permitted. The roads are mostly asphalted and usually there is little traffic.
The tour guides will inform you about the course of the tour in due time. You can always choose to skip a bike tour and spend the time sunbathing on the ship instead. You can also decide each day for yourself whether you would like to cycle individually using the maps provided or join one of the tourguides.
We generally believe that only children with a lot of cycling experience and in a good physical condition aged 10 years and older are able to master the bike tours with their own. Furthermore, we offer bicycle rental only for people of 5 ft height or more. For smaller children, bicycle seats are limited available (reservation required).
This tour is rated Moderate and is for cyclists in good physical condition.
This region is relatively mountainous. This tour is thus one of the more demanding in our program. The bike routes require a basic level of fitness which you should have acquired by occasional or daily cycling. The daily routes of 12 to 27 mi. cover hilly or mountainous terrain and can be completed without time constraints. The routes can reach an altitude of 650 to 1,400 ft. You will also come across some longer and rather steep climbs where pushing your bike is permitted. The roads are mostly asphalted and usually there is little traffic.
The tour guides will inform you about the course of the tour in due time. You can always choose to skip a bike tour and spend the time sunbathing on the ship instead. You can also decide each day for yourself whether you would like to cycle individually using the maps provided or join one of the tourguides.
We generally believe that only children with a lot of cycling experience and in a good physical condition aged 10 years and older are able to master the bike tours with their own. Furthermore, we offer bicycle rental only for people of 5 ft height or more. For smaller children, bicycle seats are limited available (reservation required).
This tour is rated Moderate and is for cyclists in good physical condition.
Tour start and end
Nearest airport: Bodrum, Turkey
Nearest train station: Izmir, Turkey
You will find your ship on embarkation day in the port of Bodrum in Turkey. Check-in time on board begins at 2 pm. The ship’s exact location in the port is not decided until the actual embarkation day.
Travelling by plane to Bodrum or Izmir
Travelling by plane is the fastest, cheapest and most comfortable way to get to Turkey. The closest airport for this trip is Bodrum. There are scheduled flights as well as chartered flights to Bodrum or Izmir. If at all possible, please choose a return flight that does not depart until early or late afternoon, to ensure a stress-free return to your home country.
Transfers between airport and boat
We organize collective transfers from the airport to the port of Bodrum. As long as those transfers take place on embarkation and disembarkation days they are free of charge for you.
At the airport, you will be welcomed by a person carrying an "Islandhopping" panel or a panel with your name on. We generally organize small buses or taxis for the transfer, so you may incur a wait for guests from other destinations.
Boarding the ship
You will come across one or two tour guides, wearing a blue polo with the sign "Inselhüpfen," standing by the ship.
The tour begins officially with a first communal dinner on board.
Tour start and end
Nearest airport: Bodrum, Turkey
Nearest train station: Izmir, Turkey
You will find your ship on embarkation day in the port of Bodrum in Turkey. Check-in time on board begins at 2 pm. The ship’s exact location in the port is not decided until the actual embarkation day.
Travelling by plane to Bodrum or Izmir
Travelling by plane is the fastest, cheapest and most comfortable way to get to Turkey. The closest airport for this trip is Bodrum. There are scheduled flights as well as chartered flights to Bodrum or Izmir. If at all possible, please choose a return flight that does not depart until early or late afternoon, to ensure a stress-free return to your home country.
Transfers between airport and boat
We organize collective transfers from the airport to the port of Bodrum. As long as those transfers take place on embarkation and disembarkation days they are free of charge for you.
At the airport, you will be welcomed by a person carrying an "Islandhopping" panel or a panel with your name on. We generally organize small buses or taxis for the transfer, so you may incur a wait for guests from other destinations.
Boarding the ship
You will come across one or two tour guides, wearing a blue polo with the sign "Inselhüpfen," standing by the ship.
The tour begins officially with a first communal dinner on board.
Straddling Asia and Europe, Turkey is a fascinating and a welcoming blend of East and West. Istanbul represents the appeal of Turkey – the melding of ancient history with 21st-century amenities and attractions. Many go to Turkey to see the ancient ruins – testaments to Turkey's diverse and storied history and the influence of Roman, Byzantine, and Ottoman empires. Religious iconography and art are plentiful in the country’s many stunning mosques, synagogues, and churches. Turkish architecture sets an exotic eastern tone with its many domes and vibrant mosaics, and its markets are full of colorful treasures waiting to be discovered.
Turkey's substantial coastlines along the Mediterranean, Aegean, and Black Seas give its beaches a Riviera-like ambiance. The crystal blue waters of Turkish beaches are reminiscent of neighboring Greece, but the port towns and seaside villages have a distinctly Turkish flavor.
Straddling Asia and Europe, Turkey is a fascinating and a welcoming blend of East and West. Istanbul represents the appeal of Turkey – the melding of ancient history with 21st-century amenities and attractions. Many go to Turkey to see the ancient ruins – testaments to Turkey's diverse and storied history and the influence of Roman, Byzantine, and Ottoman empires. Religious iconography and art are plentiful in the country’s many stunning mosques, synagogues, and churches. Turkish architecture sets an exotic eastern tone with its many domes and vibrant mosaics, and its markets are full of colorful treasures waiting to be discovered.
Turkey's substantial coastlines along the Mediterranean, Aegean, and Black Seas give its beaches a Riviera-like ambiance. The crystal blue waters of Turkish beaches are reminiscent of neighboring Greece, but the port towns and seaside villages have a distinctly Turkish flavor.
Sitting at the meeting point of Europe, Asia, and Africa is the Greek peninsula. Bordered by the Aegean, Ionian and Mediterranean Seas, Greece has a uniquely rich history etched in every corner of the country. Archaeological remnants of the ancient Greek civilization include Delphi's Temple of Apollo, the Acropolis in Athens with its renowned Parthenon Temple and Olympia's Temple of Zeus, where the Olympic games were held every four years. Trips to these sites also provide an opportunity to visit Greece’s 200 state museums and 107 private museums. Most notable is the Archaeological Museum of Olympia and the new Acropolis Museum that houses over 4,000 finds from the Acropolis.
A trip to Greece is not complete without visiting one of its 6,000 islands, of which only 227 are inhabited. The Greek isles share an ideal climate with crystal clear waters, but feature highly diverse coastal areas ranging from sandy and rocky beaches to sheltered coves to coastal wetlands. The outstanding cuisine of Greece is always a highlight as well.
Sitting at the meeting point of Europe, Asia, and Africa is the Greek peninsula. Bordered by the Aegean, Ionian and Mediterranean Seas, Greece has a uniquely rich history etched in every corner of the country. Archaeological remnants of the ancient Greek civilization include Delphi's Temple of Apollo, the Acropolis in Athens with its renowned Parthenon Temple and Olympia's Temple of Zeus, where the Olympic games were held every four years. Trips to these sites also provide an opportunity to visit Greece’s 200 state museums and 107 private museums. Most notable is the Archaeological Museum of Olympia and the new Acropolis Museum that houses over 4,000 finds from the Acropolis.
A trip to Greece is not complete without visiting one of its 6,000 islands, of which only 227 are inhabited. The Greek isles share an ideal climate with crystal clear waters, but feature highly diverse coastal areas ranging from sandy and rocky beaches to sheltered coves to coastal wetlands. The outstanding cuisine of Greece is always a highlight as well.
Island Hopping by bike and boat has been organized by Radurlaub Zeitreisen GmbH since 1998. Since then we have been expanding our program continuously. In Croatia we are meanwhile organizing tours in Istria, the Kvarner Bay as well as Central and South Dalmatia. Since 2002 tours in Greece and Turkey have also been part of our program.
We look forward to seeing you on our ships!
Island Hopping by bike and boat has been organized by Radurlaub Zeitreisen GmbH since 1998. Since then we have been expanding our program continuously. In Croatia we are meanwhile organizing tours in Istria, the Kvarner Bay as well as Central and South Dalmatia. Since 2002 tours in Greece and Turkey have also been part of our program.
We look forward to seeing you on our ships!
These terms and conditions, which you agree to by booking your trip, govern the contractual relationship between you as traveler and us as tour operator. The terms and conditions supplement Paragraph 651 and those following in the German BGB (Buergerliches Gesetzbuch) that govern travel contract law. Please read all the following terms and conditions carefully.Trip CancellationIf the minimum number of participants required for a trip is not met (18 participants for bus and boat trips, unless otherwise noted), we reserve the right to cancel it. The decision about whether the trip will take place or not will be made as early as possible, three weeks before the beginning of the trip at the latest. In case of trip cancellation, all payments you have made will be fully refunded. There can be no additional claims made against us. As the tour operator, we have the right to cancel the tour if the trip is jeopardized, made difficult, or impaired due to an act of God.
Cancellation and Changes in Reservations by Customers
(Different conditions apply for flight bookings through Radurlaub Zeitreisen GmbH)You can withdraw from the travel contract up until the beginning of the trip. Your cancellation is valid when your written notification reaches us. If you cancel before the 60th day before the start of the trip, we will refund the amount paid so far, minus a cancellation handling fee.
Our cancellation fees are:
If you cancel on the day of the trip or if you do not appear for the start of the trip, we charge the full trip price.
If you miss the start of the trip or are prevented from traveling due to incomplete travel documents, this will be considered as a cancellation.
Reservation changes are handled the same way as cancellations. For changing your reservation, we will charge 50 € changing fee for changes made 28 days or more before the beginning of the trip. Any later changes (if possible) will need to be handled as a cancellation and new registration. Cancellation and reservation change fees are due immediately.
Services
The foundation upon which the trip is organized is the description of the services, which is available in the brochure, in official pamphlets and on our website, and confirmed in your travel contract. Alterations that become necessary after the finalization of the contract and that are made in good faith are permitted if they are not substantial, and do not change the overall character of the trip. We assume no liability for information in the brochures of our partners or in our own brochure, even if we issued them.
Liability
We are liable within the scope of a merchant’s duty of care for diligent trip preparation, careful selection and supervision of participating agencies, accuracy of service and activity descriptions, and standard provision of the services agreed upon. Our liability for damages other than personal injury is limited to three times the cost of the trip, provided the damages are neither intentional nor due to gross negligence. This limitation is still in effect if we are responsible for the damage due to the fault of a service provider. If we are solely procurers of foreign services, we are liable only for proper procurement, not for the services.We are liable for damage or loss of luggage up to the amount of 250 € only if the damage was caused by us and was indicated to us immediately. Scratches on luggage, torn luggage handles, and damaged wheels are excluded from any liability. Upon delivery of luggage at the accommodation facilities, the liability is transferred according to § 701 BGB to the officer of the accommodations. Services that were not made use of will not be reimbursed.
Participation
A vacation that involves exercise and physical activity requires greater commitment than a conventional package tour. It is your duty to make certain that you are up to the physical challenges of such a trip. The pre-condition for a bike-tour is that you are able to handle a bicycle in street traffic and on unpaved paths under any weather conditions. If you rent a bike, it is your responsibility to check the condition of the bike, particularly the brakes. You bear sole responsibility for adhering to all legal regulations at home and abroad, particularly regulations about travel documents and cross-border trade. When traveling across the exterior borders of the EU, your luggage must remain unlocked, to facilitate passage through customs. If your baggage is searched, you will be notified about it upon arrival at the destination. If problems with the procurement of the services occur, you are required to help within the scope of legal regulations, in order to avoid potential damages or keep them at a minimum and report any complaints to us immediately.
Duty of Care
During the duration of the trip, you are liable for damage to or loss of bicycles and any equipment entrusted to you. For guided tours, this is only valid if you have separated yourself from the group, have disobeyed instructions from the tour guides, or caused the damage or loss intentionally, through negligence or gross negligence.
Warranty
You can demand redress if the trip services are not rendered according to the contract. This can be solved by us providing compensation of equal or greater value. In the case of disproportionate effort, corrective action can be denied. For the period in which the services that have not been rendered according to contract, you can request a reduction in travel price after your return. The pre-condition for this is the immediate notification of our deficiencies or those of our tour guides, so that we have the opportunity to find a remedy. Tour guides are not authorized to recognize claims. Independent of a reduction in travel price, you can demand compensation due to non-compliance with the travel contract, unless we are not responsible for the defect.
Limitation of claim
Claims must be made in writing within one month of the contractual end of the trip. The statute of limitation for claims based on the contract expires six months after the contractual end of the trip. The statute of limitations for all claims of civil offence expires three years after the end of the trip.
Privacy of Personal InformationAll personal information that you give us for the processing of the trip is protected against misuse under German personal data protection law.
Travel ProtectionWe urge you to consider effecting a travel cancellation cost insurance. Before the trip, please also find out about your medical and accident insurance and about luggage insurance or travel liability insurance, if necessary.
Severability Clause
The nullification of individual clauses in the travel contract or the travel terms does not result in the nullification of the entire contract or the travel terms.
Court of Jurisdiction
The court of jurisdiction is Konstanz, Germany
These terms and conditions, which you agree to by booking your trip, govern the contractual relationship between you as traveler and us as tour operator. The terms and conditions supplement Paragraph 651 and those following in the German BGB (Buergerliches Gesetzbuch) that govern travel contract law. Please read all the following terms and conditions carefully.Trip CancellationIf the minimum number of participants required for a trip is not met (18 participants for bus and boat trips, unless otherwise noted), we reserve the right to cancel it. The decision about whether the trip will take place or not will be made as early as possible, three weeks before the beginning of the trip at the latest. In case of trip cancellation, all payments you have made will be fully refunded. There can be no additional claims made against us. As the tour operator, we have the right to cancel the tour if the trip is jeopardized, made difficult, or impaired due to an act of God.
Cancellation and Changes in Reservations by Customers
(Different conditions apply for flight bookings through Radurlaub Zeitreisen GmbH)You can withdraw from the travel contract up until the beginning of the trip. Your cancellation is valid when your written notification reaches us. If you cancel before the 60th day before the start of the trip, we will refund the amount paid so far, minus a cancellation handling fee.
Our cancellation fees are:
If you cancel on the day of the trip or if you do not appear for the start of the trip, we charge the full trip price.
If you miss the start of the trip or are prevented from traveling due to incomplete travel documents, this will be considered as a cancellation.
Reservation changes are handled the same way as cancellations. For changing your reservation, we will charge 50 € changing fee for changes made 28 days or more before the beginning of the trip. Any later changes (if possible) will need to be handled as a cancellation and new registration. Cancellation and reservation change fees are due immediately.
Services
The foundation upon which the trip is organized is the description of the services, which is available in the brochure, in official pamphlets and on our website, and confirmed in your travel contract. Alterations that become necessary after the finalization of the contract and that are made in good faith are permitted if they are not substantial, and do not change the overall character of the trip. We assume no liability for information in the brochures of our partners or in our own brochure, even if we issued them.
Liability
We are liable within the scope of a merchant’s duty of care for diligent trip preparation, careful selection and supervision of participating agencies, accuracy of service and activity descriptions, and standard provision of the services agreed upon. Our liability for damages other than personal injury is limited to three times the cost of the trip, provided the damages are neither intentional nor due to gross negligence. This limitation is still in effect if we are responsible for the damage due to the fault of a service provider. If we are solely procurers of foreign services, we are liable only for proper procurement, not for the services.We are liable for damage or loss of luggage up to the amount of 250 € only if the damage was caused by us and was indicated to us immediately. Scratches on luggage, torn luggage handles, and damaged wheels are excluded from any liability. Upon delivery of luggage at the accommodation facilities, the liability is transferred according to § 701 BGB to the officer of the accommodations. Services that were not made use of will not be reimbursed.
Participation
A vacation that involves exercise and physical activity requires greater commitment than a conventional package tour. It is your duty to make certain that you are up to the physical challenges of such a trip. The pre-condition for a bike-tour is that you are able to handle a bicycle in street traffic and on unpaved paths under any weather conditions. If you rent a bike, it is your responsibility to check the condition of the bike, particularly the brakes. You bear sole responsibility for adhering to all legal regulations at home and abroad, particularly regulations about travel documents and cross-border trade. When traveling across the exterior borders of the EU, your luggage must remain unlocked, to facilitate passage through customs. If your baggage is searched, you will be notified about it upon arrival at the destination. If problems with the procurement of the services occur, you are required to help within the scope of legal regulations, in order to avoid potential damages or keep them at a minimum and report any complaints to us immediately.
Duty of Care
During the duration of the trip, you are liable for damage to or loss of bicycles and any equipment entrusted to you. For guided tours, this is only valid if you have separated yourself from the group, have disobeyed instructions from the tour guides, or caused the damage or loss intentionally, through negligence or gross negligence.
Warranty
You can demand redress if the trip services are not rendered according to the contract. This can be solved by us providing compensation of equal or greater value. In the case of disproportionate effort, corrective action can be denied. For the period in which the services that have not been rendered according to contract, you can request a reduction in travel price after your return. The pre-condition for this is the immediate notification of our deficiencies or those of our tour guides, so that we have the opportunity to find a remedy. Tour guides are not authorized to recognize claims. Independent of a reduction in travel price, you can demand compensation due to non-compliance with the travel contract, unless we are not responsible for the defect.
Limitation of claim
Claims must be made in writing within one month of the contractual end of the trip. The statute of limitation for claims based on the contract expires six months after the contractual end of the trip. The statute of limitations for all claims of civil offence expires three years after the end of the trip.
Privacy of Personal InformationAll personal information that you give us for the processing of the trip is protected against misuse under German personal data protection law.
Travel ProtectionWe urge you to consider effecting a travel cancellation cost insurance. Before the trip, please also find out about your medical and accident insurance and about luggage insurance or travel liability insurance, if necessary.
Severability Clause
The nullification of individual clauses in the travel contract or the travel terms does not result in the nullification of the entire contract or the travel terms.
Court of Jurisdiction
The court of jurisdiction is Konstanz, Germany
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