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Trek Travel announces new trips for 2016

  • Ron 

Trek Travel, a leader in personalized cycling vacations, will feature seven new destinations for their 2016 season.

In North and South America, Asheville, North Carolina; Glacier National Park, in Montana; and the Chile Lakes and Volcanoes district, will be highlighted. In Europe, cyclists can explore Italy’s Piedmont region; Portugal; and the Canary Islands. And, aggressive riders will appreciate a new journey featuring France’s Annecy to Alpe d’Huez route.

Trip highlights include:

  • Asheville, North Carolina – Expanding their East Coast offerings, Trek Travel debuts a six-day, five-night Asheville trip that was designed by a local and features craft beer tastings and a ride on the famous Blue Ridge Parkway. Offered May, June and September. Prices start at $2399 per person.
  • Glacier National Park – Celebrating the Centennial of the National Park Service, this six-day, five-night ride through Glacier National Park will feature a Blackfoot tribe experience, the famous “Going to the Sun” ride which crosses the continental divide, iconic hiking and a boat cruise. Offered July and August. Prices start at $2799 per person.
  • Chile – Lakes & Volcanoes District –  Chile has long captivated with its scenic landscape. Stay within the Huilo Huilo Reserve in the Andes and discover the Mapuche Indian culture. A Patagonia hiking package is also offered to add to this seven-day trip. Offered from February to April. Prices start at $4399 per person.
  • Italy’s Piedmont – Home of the original Slow Food movement, Barolo, Barbera  and Barbaresco wine and truffles, this six-day, five-night experience features a cooking class, foraging for truffles and rides through historic villages. Offered in August and September. Prices start at $4599 per person.*
  • Portugal – Discover the charismatic beauty of Portugal in the Alentejo region with its small fishing villages, medieval castles and roads less traveled while residing at a converted mill.  Offered the month of May, this six-day, five-night trip features a visit to the UNESCO heritage city of Evora. Offered in April and May. Prices start at $3299 per person.*
  • Canary Islands – The enchanting Canary Islands are a cyclists dream especially for those who love to climb. This six-day, five-night trip features the famous ”Valley of Tears” ride, along with tropical beaches. Offered in January, February and March. Prices start at $4399 per person.*
  • Annecy to Alpe d’Huez – Featuring the most memorable mountains of Europe, this newest member of the Classic Climbs series features France’s Annecy to Alpe d’Huez with its famed 21 switchbacks. Offered in June, July and August. Prices start at $3599 per person.

Trips marked with an * will be part of Trek Travel’s new “ONE” collection.  Based at one extraordinary hotel or historic villa, these trips feature in-depth exploration of one area and have the added benefit of unpacking just once!

For the first time, Trek Travel will also be including in the price of all trips an electric assist bike option.  More information available on request.

For further information on all trips contact Trek Travel at 1-866-464-8735 or visit www.trektravel.com

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