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| Type of tour: | Guided |
| Level: | Moderate |
| Duration: | 7 Nights |
| Distance: | 24 Miles/day average |
| Dates: | Apr 20; Oct 5 and 26, 2013 |
| Tour price: | €1290 |
| Start city: | Marmaris, Turkey/ Kalkan, Turkey |
| End city: | Kalkan, Turkey/Marmaris, Turkey |
With the three-masted motor sailer Bayriyeli and by bike we explore the Lykian coast from Kalkan to Marmaris. Our swimming hotel is stylish and charming and meets even the highest expectations.
Let your tour guide show you unique natural wonders and historical sites, let yourself be taken back into the distant past. Admire the famous rock graves of Dalyan, which coastal Lykians have carved here into the stone, and enjoy the breathtaking scenery of the Saklikent Canyon.
Spend your nights in secluded bays and let yourself be rocked to sleep by the gentle murmur of the waves, or go out and enjoy the pulsating life of the harbour towns full of cafes and bars.
Learn more about guided trips
With the three-masted motor sailer Bayriyeli and by bike we explore the Lykian coast from Kalkan to Marmaris. Our swimming hotel is stylish and charming and meets even the highest expectations.
Let your tour guide show you unique natural wonders and historical sites, let yourself be taken back into the distant past. Admire the famous rock graves of Dalyan, which coastal Lykians have carved here into the stone, and enjoy the breathtaking scenery of the Saklikent Canyon.
Spend your nights in secluded bays and let yourself be rocked to sleep by the gentle murmur of the waves, or go out and enjoy the pulsating life of the harbour towns full of cafes and bars.
Learn more about guided trips
Marmaris - Kalkan
Day 1: Arrival to Marmaris
Individual plane trip to Dalaman and transfer to Marmaris (ca.1, 5 h). Check-in on board begins at 14.00 hrs. Use the afternoon for a stroll through the town and its famous bazaar. The tour begins with a communal dinner on board.
Day 2: Marmaris – Bozburun Peninsula – Ekincik (19 miles/30 km)
Our first bike tour begins after breakfast and takes first along a coastal stretch and then along a mountain road to a 300 m-high village on the Bozburun Peninsula, which is one of the most authentic and pristine regions of the Turkish Mediterranean coast. At the shore below, the ship is waiting to take us on the crossing to Ekincik, a small port, where we spend the night.
Day 3: Ekincik – Dalyan – Kaunos (19 miles/30 km)
Today, we bicycle across a 350 m-high pass to Lake Köycegiz, whose hot springs invite us to take a therapeutic bath. We then continue by bike as far as Dalyan, where an excursion boat is waiting to take us past the impressive Lykian rock graves of Dalyan to the ancient city of Kaunos. The impressive ruins of Kaunos are well worth a visit before the boat takes us back to the ship, which is anchored in front of a rock formation and where a delicious dinner is waiting for us.
Day 4: Dalyan – Sarsala Bay (34 miles/54 km)
In the morning, a small boat takes us and our bikes to Dalyan, the starting point of today’s bike trip, riding along quiet roads through lush vegetation. In Dalaman, we stop for a typical Turkish tea break. We continue afterwards through the fertile and partially wooded Dalaman Plain as far as Sarsala, a quiet bay, where we spend the night.
Day 5: Sarsala Bay – Göcek - Gemiler (18 miles/28 km)
Starting from Sarsala, we cycle once more across the Dalaman Plain and later via a pass road to Göcek, which, on account of its important marina, is one of the most important locations for tourism on the Turkish south coast. In the afternoon, passing many small islands, the ship brings us to Gemiler, which is also known as the island of St. Nicholas, to whom an Early Christian church was dedicated in the 5th century. In the evening, the extensive Byzantine ruins are asking to be explored.
Day 6: Gemiler – Kazaköy – Fethiye (19 miles/30 km)
From Gemiler, we bicycle through pinewoods to the Greek town of Kayaköy, which once had 6.500 inhabitants but was abandoned in 1922. We spend some time here to explore the impressive town ruins on foot. We then continue on to Fethiye, where we have enough time in the evening to go on an enjoyable walk through this lively town. Of particular interest is the old centre around the Eski Cami mosque, the narrow, winding stepped streets and the typical corner houses as well as the Lykian rock graves, especially the magnificent temple grave of Amyntas, located above the town.
Day 7: Fethiye – Kemer – Saklikent – Kalkan (33 miles/54 km)
A pleasant transfer ride takes us from Fetiye to Kemer, the starting point of today’s bike tour.This is a truly impressive place, because the Taurus Mountains, up to 3000 m high, almost reach the shore here. We cycle from there to the Saklikent Canyon, where we have lunch right by the river. Saklikent means “Hidden City” in Turkish. The spectacular gorge can easily beexplored on foot. We continue southward as far as Kalkan, where we end our journey through Lykia with a cozy communal dinner on board and a friendly get-together with the crew and the tour guides.
Day 8: Departure from Kalkan
After breakfast, checkout and group transfer to the airport and individual return home or extended stay in Turkey.
Kalkan to Marmaris
Day 1: Arrival to Kalkan
Individual plane trip to Dalaman or Antalya and transfer to Kalkan. Check-in on board begins at 14.00 hrs. You can use the afternoon for a stroll through the pretty town or for a first swim in the Mediterranean. The tour begins with a communal dinner on board.
Day 2: Kalkan – Saklikent – Kemer – Gemiler (33 miles/54 km)
Our first cycle tour leads us from Kalkan to the Saklikent Canyon, where we have lunch right by the river. Saklikent means “Hidden City” in Turkish. The spectacular gorge can easily be explored on foot. From there we cycle later as far as Kemer. This is a truly impressive place, because the Taurus Mountains, up to 3000 m high, almost reach the shore here. A pleasant transfer ride takes us from Kemer to Gemiler, which is also known as Island of St. Nicholas, to whom an Early Christian church was dedicated in the 5th century. In the evening, the extensive Byzantine ruins are asking to be explored.
Day 3: Gemiler – Kazaköy – Fethiye (19 miles/30 km)
From Gemiler, we bicycle through pinewoods to the Greek town of Kayaköy, which once had 6.500 inhabitants but was abandoned in 1922. We spend some time here to explore the impressive town ruins on foot. We then continue on to Fethiye, where we have enough time in the evening to go on an enjoyable walk through this lively town. Of particular interest is the old centre around the Eski Cami mosque, the narrow, winding stepped streets and the typical corner houses as well as the Lykian rock graves, especially the magnificent temple grave of Amyntas, located above the town.
Day 4: Fethiye – Göcek – Dalaman – Sarsala (19 miles/30 km)
From Fethiye in the morning, passing many small islands, our boat takes us to Göcek, which, on account of its important marina, is one of the most important locations for tourism on the Turkish South coast. It is also the starting point of today’s bicycle ride that leads us via a pass road to the fertile Dalaman Plain and later on to the beautiful bay of Sarsala. The cristal clear water invites us to take a long bath. The boat stays in the bay until the next morning.
Day 5: Sarsala – Dalyan – Kaunos (14 miles/23 km)
After a short sail we reach the Aşi Bay. From here we bicycle along quiet roads through lush vegetation to Dalyan, where an excursion boat is waiting to take us past the impressive Lykian rock graves of Dalyan to the ancient city of Kaunos. The impressive ruins of Kaunos are well worth a visit before the boat takes us back to the ship, which is anchored in front of a rock formation and where a delicious dinner is waiting for us.
Day 6: Dalyan – Sarsala Bay (19 miles/30 km)
In the morning, a small boat takes us and our bikes to Dalyan, the starting point of today’s bike trip. First we reach the Lake Köycegiz, whose hot springs invite us to take a therapeutic bath. We then continue by bike across a 350 m-high pass to Ekincik. In the small idyllic port we spend the night.
Day 7: Ekincik – Bozburun Peninsula – Marmaris (34 miles/55 km)
From Ekincik the boat is crossing to the Bozburun Peninsula, which is one of the most authentic and pristine regions of the Turkish Mediterranean coast. Our last bike tour takes us first along a mountain road to a 300 m-high village and later on along a coastal stretch until we finally reach Marmaris. There is enough time for a stroll through the lively city with its famous bazaar, before we end our journey through Lykia with a cozy communal dinner on board and a friendly get-together with the crew and the tour guides.
Day 8: Departure from Marmaris
After breakfast, checkout and return transfer to the airport and individual return home or extended stay in Turkey.
Changes
We reserve the right to make alterations to the itinerary, depending on wind and weather conditions or organizational requirements.
Apr 20; May 11; Oct 5 and 26, 2013
Departing from Marmaris
Apr 20
Oct 5
Departing from Kalkan
Oct 26
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Bahriyeli
On the Turkish coast a Bahriyeli is a synonym for greatest possible comfort and best material. These ships are powered by two Volvo Penta engines with 400-500 HP which enables them to maneouvre without difficulties and lie calmly in the water. The decks of the ships are 108 – 121 ft. (33-37) metres long. They are three-masted ships of highest standards. The Bahriyelis A-D have 8-10 spacious and luxurious cabins, furnished with air conditioning and a shower/toilet. The huge sundeck is equipped with comfortable mats for sunbathing or spending the nights outside.
Bahriyeli
On the Turkish coast a Bahriyeli is a synonym for greatest possible comfort and best material. These ships are powered by two Volvo Penta engines with 400-500 HP which enables them to maneouvre without difficulties and lie calmly in the water. The decks of the ships are 108 – 121 ft. (33-37) metres long. They are three-masted ships of highest standards. The Bahriyelis A-D have 8-10 spacious and luxurious cabins, furnished with air conditioning and a shower/toilet. The huge sundeck is equipped with comfortable mats for sunbathing or spending the nights outside.
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 Greece 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 21-gear aluminum Island Hopping touring bicycle. These bicycles are especially made for us and the result of our long experience in cycling tourism. The men’s bicycles have a frame size of 56 cm or 60 cm, and the frames of the women’s bicycles are 46 cm and 52 cm.
All the bicycles have a fender, a kickstand, a rack, and a quick release seat. We provide an Ortlieb waterproof saddlebag for everybody.
The bicycles are deliberately not equipped with bottle holders in order to avoid accidents. The use of rucksacks (except for hydration packs) is, in our opinion, less practical than handlebar bags or saddlebags which are more easily accessible. If necessary we supply you with a waterproof saddlebag by Ortlieb, a practical way of carrying drinks, bathing gear, camera etc.
Should you not want to be without your own saddle (without the post) or your own click pedal, please bring them with you and let your tour guide attach them to your rental bike.
We kindly ask you in your own interest to take good care of the hired bike during the trip and to ensure that the bike is always safely places and protected from accidents (e.g. falling into saltwater). Please keep in mind that you will have to pay compensation for any damage your cause, and that this is not covered by the rental fee.
Required safety helmets
In order to guarantee optimum protection we request that you bring your own helmet and - for your own safety - wear it on all bike tours. You are free not to wear a helmet if you are aware of the risks and take over the responsibility for yourself.
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 Greece 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 21-gear aluminum Island Hopping touring bicycle. These bicycles are especially made for us and the result of our long experience in cycling tourism. The men’s bicycles have a frame size of 56 cm or 60 cm, and the frames of the women’s bicycles are 46 cm and 52 cm.
All the bicycles have a fender, a kickstand, a rack, and a quick release seat. We provide an Ortlieb waterproof saddlebag for everybody.
The bicycles are deliberately not equipped with bottle holders in order to avoid accidents. The use of rucksacks (except for hydration packs) is, in our opinion, less practical than handlebar bags or saddlebags which are more easily accessible. If necessary we supply you with a waterproof saddlebag by Ortlieb, a practical way of carrying drinks, bathing gear, camera etc.
Should you not want to be without your own saddle (without the post) or your own click pedal, please bring them with you and let your tour guide attach them to your rental bike.
We kindly ask you in your own interest to take good care of the hired bike during the trip and to ensure that the bike is always safely places and protected from accidents (e.g. falling into saltwater). Please keep in mind that you will have to pay compensation for any damage your cause, and that this is not covered by the rental fee.
Required safety helmets
In order to guarantee optimum protection we request that you bring your own helmet and - for your own safety - wear it on all bike tours. You are free not to wear a helmet if you are aware of the risks and take over the responsibility for yourself.
The day-tours average 25 miles (40 km) and take you through partly hilly and mountainous terrain. There will also be extended climbs where walking your bike is of course permitted. Most of the roads are asphalted. You can set aside a whole or half-day for swimming or relaxing on board the boat whenever you want.
Helmet use is mandatory on all bike tours. You are strongly encouraged to bring your own (well-fitted) helmet. Bike helmets are available on board in limited number (on request).
This tour is rated Moderate and is for cyclists in good physical condition.
The day-tours average 25 miles (40 km) and take you through partly hilly and mountainous terrain. There will also be extended climbs where walking your bike is of course permitted. Most of the roads are asphalted. You can set aside a whole or half-day for swimming or relaxing on board the boat whenever you want.
Helmet use is mandatory on all bike tours. You are strongly encouraged to bring your own (well-fitted) helmet. Bike helmets are available on board in limited number (on request).
This tour is rated Moderate and is for cyclists in good physical condition.
Tour start and end
Nearest airport: Dalman, Turkey
Nearest train station: Dalman, Turkey
You will find your ship on embarkation day in the port of Marmaris in Turkey. Check-in time on board begins at 2 p.m. The ship’s exact location in the port is not decided until the actual embarkation day.
Traveling by plane to Dalman
Traveling by plane is the fastest, cheapest and most comfortable way to get to Turkey. The closest airport for this trip is Dalaman. There are scheduled flights as well as chartered flights to Dalaman (www.condor.de or www.tuifly.com from German Airports). All flights are non-smoking flights. If there is no flight to Dalaman, Izmir is another possible airport.
From our experience, there is a 50% chance that chartered planes will change their scheduled flight times. The respective travel agent will directly inform you of any such changes. Set flight times are only really available with scheduled flights and these are generally much more expensive.
If 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 Dalaman airport to the port of Marmaris. 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 received 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
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 dinner on board.
Tips on getting to and from your tour
Tour start and end
Nearest airport: Dalman, Turkey
Nearest train station: Dalman, Turkey
You will find your ship on embarkation day in the port of Marmaris in Turkey. Check-in time on board begins at 2 p.m. The ship’s exact location in the port is not decided until the actual embarkation day.
Traveling by plane to Dalman
Traveling by plane is the fastest, cheapest and most comfortable way to get to Turkey. The closest airport for this trip is Dalaman. There are scheduled flights as well as chartered flights to Dalaman (www.condor.de or www.tuifly.com from German Airports). All flights are non-smoking flights. If there is no flight to Dalaman, Izmir is another possible airport.
From our experience, there is a 50% chance that chartered planes will change their scheduled flight times. The respective travel agent will directly inform you of any such changes. Set flight times are only really available with scheduled flights and these are generally much more expensive.
If 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 Dalaman airport to the port of Marmaris. 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 received 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
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 dinner on board.
Tips on getting to and from your tour
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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.
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
