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EASYRIDERTOURS Top 10 reasons to

take an Easy Riderbicycle tour:1 “I can’t ever remember laughing somuch on a vacation.”– J.C., Arizona

2 “Our guides simply rocked!” – L.S., Germany

3 “I never ate so well in all my life.” – K.D., New York

4 “We stayed in amazing places wecouldn’t have found on our own.” – T.M., Oklahoma

5 “Your love of your destinations alwaysshines through.” – D.P., Massachusetts

6 “There were always options that allowed me to cycle just the amount I wanted.” – A.S., Georgia

7 “The camaraderie that evolved as theweek went on was just incredible.” – R.R., California

8 “The World is a book, and those who donot bicycle read only one page.” – with apologies to St. Augustine

9 “The memories will last a lifetime.” – K.C., Georgia

10 “If you never did, you should. These things are fun, and fun is good.” – Dr. Seuss

Jim’s Spin on Cycling, Culture, and Cuisine

We’re thrilled to announce our 2018season, offering some of the most captivating cycling on either side of theAtlantic. After designing and operatingbiking adventures for 3+ decades, I stillmarvel at the synergy that happens on ourcycling tours: fun-loving travelers andgreat cycling routes, culture and curiosity, exceptional cuisine made even morememorable by exercise and fresh air…Like the magical melding of flavors in a Spanish paella, the perfect bike trip requires the perfect balance of ingredients. When it’s right, the sensationis…Well, let’s just say you’ll have to come experience it for yourself!

Jim GoldbergFounder, Easy Rider ToursAuthentic Aventures by Bike since 1986

Take the roads less traveledOn our off-the-beaten-path routes, you’ll pedalback roads and byways you might never have discovered on your own. Each road we travel hasbeen carefully chosen for its regional “flavor,” scenic beauty, and low traffic. Cycling days average30 to 45 miles, with a choice of route options thatlet you make each day as relaxing or as challeng-ing as you want it to be. With our detailed mapsand written directions, you’re completely free topedal at your own pace. Shorter riding days or lay-over days are planned for those destinationswhere you’ll want extra time off your bike to ex-plore.

Think globally, eat locallyExperienced travelers know that one of the mostenjoyable ways to get to know a country isthrough its food! We celebrate each day’s adventures with the very best of regional cuisine.On our culinary detours, you’ll sample artisanalcheeses in County Cork, sip vinho verde at a Portuguese winery, and learn about olive oil production in Andalucía. Our restaurant selectionincludes an eclectic mix of well-known establish-ments as well as a few of our own serendipitousdiscoveries. You’ll also enjoy home-cooked feastsat several of our inns, gourmet picnic lunches, andsubstantial breakfasts each morning.

Sleep in styleOur lodgings are chosen not only for their numberof stars or mentions in guidebooks (many aren’t!),but also because they capture the authenticity,history, and character of the places we visit. Oftenwe stay in one-of-a-kind manor houses, castles,and country inns that are just large enough to accommodate our groups. You’ll dream the nightaway in such legendary lodgings as LisloughreyLodge in Ireland and the majestic Pousada Flor daRosa in Portugal’s Alentejo region. On occasion, wemay stay in a simpler inn in order not to miss outon an especially beautiful route. Whether you findyourself enjoying warm Maritime hospitality in acozy country B&B or surrounded by Spanish splen-dor at the magnificent Parador in Santiago, yourday will always end with a gracious combinationof Old World charm and modern comfort.

Travel with friendsA friendly ambiance and lots of laughter are thestatus quo on our tours. We limit our groups to afriendly size of sixteen guests. Our tours attracthigh-spirited cyclists of all ages, with a congenialmix of singles, couples, and occasionally families.Children as young as twelve years old are welcome if they are accompanied by a parent.

See the sightsEvery Easy Rider itinerary is designed to give you a real sense of place. Age-old traditions come tolife as you bike through Portugal’s wine countryduring the grape harvest or mingle with fellowperegrinos along the Camino de Santiago in Galicia. You’ll climb the 600 steps of SkelligMichael in County Kerry, and hark back to simplertimes at Hancock Shaker Village in the Berkshires.A flamenco performance in Andalucía, a schoonercruise in Nova Scotia, and a spirited music seisiunin an Irish pub are all part of your Easy Rider vaca-tion.

Meet the localsIf travel is a banquet of experiences, it’s the peopleyou meet that add the spice. From bartering at aPortuguese market to bantering in an Irish pub,you’ll always be part of the local scene. You’ll meetour special friends too—naturalists, storytellers,musicians, vintners, historians, even a theater director—who return year after year to share theirknowledge, skills, and expertise with our groups.

Follow the leadersWe consider our international team of European,Canadian, and American tour guides to be EasyRider Tours’ biggest asset! Their expertise, enthusiasm, flexibility, and humor ensure thateach tour moves smoothly, both on and off theroad. Each tour is accompanied by two guides. On European tours, at least one leader is a nativeIrish, Portuguese, or Spanish guide, whose insight into local culture and customs adds a unique dimension to your vacation experience. Our guides are multilingual, trained in first aid for both people and bicycles, and average twelve

years of experience as Easy Rider leaders.

Ride on!All trip prices include the use of a top-quality bike for the duration of the tour. Our bicycle fleet consists of custom-equipped 24- and 27-speedTrek, Cannondale, and Marin hybrid and roadbikes. Our hybrids are light enough to be efficienton paved roads, yet have the stability and lowgearing of mountain bikes, with flat handlebars,bar-end extensions, and sturdy wheels to take onthe occasional rougher road or backcountry option. A limited number of tandems can be reserved on a first-come basis.

Take a breakA support van accompanies each of our tours tocarry luggage and offer mechanical assistance,water, and snacks. Van support means you’re neverpressured to ride any more than you want—we’realways available to give you a lift.

More informationVisit our web site at www.easyridertours.com fordetailed information on all our tours, includingitineraries, daily mileage options, tour highlights,guest feedback, and an image gallery for each trip.Questions? Just send us an email, or, better yet,give us a call at 1-800-488-8332. We’d love to hearfrom you!

What’s Included:• All accommodations (double occupancy, with private bath)• Most dinners, two picnic lunches, and all breakfasts• Two experienced guides/cyclists/mechanics• Support van and snacks• Detailed maps, written directions, and background information• Selected museum admissions, tours, presentations, and special events• Airport transfers at specified times, chartered land transportation, andferry trips. (Airfare is not included.)

• Detailed trip preparation information• Easy Rider cycling jersey • Use of a top-quality 24- to 27-speed bicycle• Alumni discount after your first Easy Rider tour

Portugal biking

PORTUGAL

One of Europe's best-kept secrets! From its sparklingcoastline to its terraced vineyards, Portugal is a cyclist's dream come true.

Algarve BlueMore shades of blue than you ever thoughtpossible on our bike tour of the southernPortuguese coast.2018 Departures: 4/14Price: $2895 for 7 days.

Colors of the AlentejoThe Provence of Portugal! Castles, corktrees, and fields of poppies in the traditionalheartland, with luxury pousada accommodations every night. 2018 Departures: 5/6Price: $2750 for 6 days. Also available as a self-guided tour.

Douro & Port Wine Country Discover the Douro, from mainland Portugal's highest mountain to the World Heritage wine region. 2018 Departures: 6/10, 9/15Price: $2995 for 7 days.

Minho Grape EscapeIberian biking bliss: Portugal's Minho winecountry, Spain’s Galician coast, and thesplendor of Santiago. 2018 Departure: 9/23Price: $3350 for 7 days.

Vineyards & CastlesEpic grand tour combining the Minho andAlentejo regions.2018 Departure: 9/23Price: $4450 for 12 days.

Ride Across the Algarve Bike across the south of Portugal, from therugged Atlantic coast to the Spanish border.Hillier terrain and the chance to bike to thehighest elevation in southern Portugal. 2018 Departures: 10/6Price: $3350 for 9 days.

See detailed Portugal trip itineraries at www.easyridertours.com/portugal

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Palaces, paradors, and paella!History and mystery line ourroutes through Spain’s mostscenic landscapes and celebrated cities.

Pyrénées to the SeaIn Catalonia, mountains meet the Mediterranean on the border of Spain and France.2018 Departures: 9/16Price: $3750 for 8 days.

El Camino de SantiagoMeet seekers and adventurers alike alongnorthern Spain’s famed pilgrimage route. The cycling adventure and accomplishmentof a lifetime. Begin in Burgos or León.Burgos to Santiago2018 Departures: 5/16, 9/5Price: $4450 for 11 days.

León to Santiago2018 Departures: 5/19, 9/8Price: $3695 for 8 days.

Segovia to SalamancaSpin through the heart of Spain! Breathtakingviews of the Sierra de Gredos combine withthe storied cities of Old Castile.2018: Custom departures for 8+ cyclists.Price: $3695 for 8 days.

Land of La ManchaDon Quijote’s tale comes alive on the Ruta del Quijote from Cuenca to Toledo, two WorldHeritage cities. Our easiest Spain trip. 2018: Custom departures for 8+ cyclists.Price: $3250 for 7 days.

Viva Andalucía!The essence of southern Spain: Flamenco, gazpacho, and Moorish intrigue en routethrough Córdoba, Granada, and the famedWhite Villages. 2018: custom departures for 8+ cyclists.Price: $3995 for 9 days.

See detailed Spain trip itineraries atwww.easyridertours.com/spain.

Spain biking

SPAIN

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“five-star fun!

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– A. Hatch, Bo

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“an unforgettable journey

in place and time”

– C. Gambescia, C

happaqua, NY

Cycle through 40 shadesof green and 4,000 yearsof history in the legendaryWest of Ireland.

Western ShoresCountry lanes and coastal views inCounty Clare, Connemara, and the Aran Islands, ending at luxurious Lisloughrey Lodge in County Mayo. Our easiest Ireland tour.2018: custom departures for 8+ cyclistsPrice: $3250 for 7 days.

Coasting KerryThe most famous scenery in Ireland.Spectacular seacoasts from Dingle toBeara, including the Ring of Kerry andKillarney National Park. 2018: custom departures for 8+ cyclistsPrice: $3995 for 10 days.

Celtic ChallengeClimb through Kerry and Cork’s most famous passes, then hug the wildcoastline to Kinsale. Our most challenging Ireland tour features 50-mile days and 3 metric centuries.2018 custom departures for 8+ cyclistsPrice: $3695 for 8 days.

See detailed Ireland trip itinerariesat www.easyridertours.com/ireland.

Ireland biking

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New Englandbiking

“Well worth crossing theAtlantic for! ”– J. Rees, London, England

NEW ENGLAND

CANADA

Feel the salt spray on our Maritime biking routes through PEI and Nova Scotia.

Prince Edward IslandA relaxing week of back roads and beaches in the pastoral land of Anne of Green Gables. 2018 Departure: 8/5Price: $2895 for 7 days. Also available as a self-guided tour.

Nova ScotiaMaritime magic along the Bay of Fundy, the Evangeline Trail, and the Lighthouse Route,topped off with a schooner cruise in Lunenburg Bay.2018: custom departures for 8+ cyclists.Price: $2995 for 7 days.

Cape Breton HighlandsChallenge yourself on the famed Cabot Trail, tracing the Atlantic coast to the crest of CapeSmokey and historic Louisbourg.2018: custom departures for 8+ cyclists.Price: $3095 for 8 days.

Maritimes mileage options, photo galleries and more atwww.easyridertours.com/canada.

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Canada biking

Quintessential New Englandcycling, culture, and cuisinefrom the Atlantic coastline to the Berkshire Hills.

Coasting New EnglandSeaside cycling and lively ports of call on a tri-state coastal ride from Massachusetts to Downeast Maine. 2018 Departures: 7/8, 9/9Price: $2695 for 6 days. Also available as a self-guided tour.

Autumn in the Berkshires Historic inns, country lanes, and fall colors combine for the best foliage cycling in New England! 2018 Departure: 9/30Price: $2650 for 6 days.

The “Art” of CyclingWorld-class museums and music add an artsy spin to summertime biking in the Berkshires.2018: custom departures for 8+ cyclistsPrice: $2595 for 5 days.

See detailed New England itineraries atwww.easyridertours.com/new-england.

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2018 BIKING TOURSCustom ToursIf your vacation plans don’t match up withour scheduled trips, we can customize aguided cycling tour in Ireland, Portugal,Spain, Maritime Canada, or New England tosuit your dates, abilities, and interests. We’lluse our 30 years of experience to craft theactive vacation of your dreams! Customgroups are encouraged to contact us a minimum of three months in advance.

How to Get RollingImagine the possibilitiesUse our Trip Finder to search tours by date, destination, and activity level: www.easyridertours.com/bike-tour-finder

Take a closer look Our detailed online trip descriptions include itineraries, tour highlights, daily mileage options,image galleries, guest feedback and more.

Questions? Call us!Trip availability? Getting there? Training tips? Nodetail is too small—give us a call! We’re availableMonday to Friday, 9:00 a.m.–5:30 p.m. EasternTime or by e-mail at info@easyridertours.com.

Reserve your adventureCall or use our online Reservation Form tohold your spot. A credit card deposit of $500will guarantee your space.

Gear up for fun!We’re here to help every step of the way. From planning tips to packing lists, readingrecommendations to route maps, we’ll provideeverything you need to prepare for your trip.All you’ll need to do is get ready for your bestbiking vacation ever!

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Prefer to bike independently?Several of our most popularcycling itineraries are available as self-guided toursfor groups of two or more.

Portugal: Colors of the AlentejoBike the Provence of Portugal! Castles, corktrees, and luxury pousada accommodationsin the traditional heartland.Price: $2695 for 8 days.2018 departures: April through October

Coasting New EnglandSeaside cycling and lively ports of call on a tri-state coastal ride from Massachusetts to Downeast Maine. Price: $1695 for 6 days.2018 departures:Mid-May through October

Canada: Prince Edward IslandA relaxing week of back roads and beachesin the pastoral land of Anne of Green Gables. Price: $1950 for 7 days. 2018 departures: July 1 through September 15

See detailed trip itineraries atwww.easyridertours.com/self-guided-bicycle-tours

Self-Guidedbiking tours

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TOUR Days Price March April May June July August Sept Oct

Portugal

Algarve Blue 7 $2895 9-14

Colors of the Alentejo 6 $2750 6-11

Douro Wine Country 7 $2995 10-16 15-21

Hiking the Azores - NEW! 7 $3195 23-29

Minho Grape Escape 7 $3350 23-29

Vineyards & Castles 12 $4450 23-10/4

Ride Across the Algarve 9 $3350 6-14

Spain

El Camino de Santiago 11 $4450 16-26 5-15(Burgos to Santiago)

El Camino de Santiago 8 $3695 19-26 8-15(León to Santiago)

Pyrénées to the Sea 8 $3750 16-23

Segovia to Salamanca 8 $3695 Custom dates for groups of 8+ participants.

Land of La Mancha 7 $3250 Custom dates for groups of 8+ participants.

Viva Andalucía! 9 $3995 Custom dates for groups of 8+ participants.

CanadaPrince Edward Island 7 $2895 5-11

Cape Breton 8 $3095 Custom dates for groups of 8+ participants.

Nova Scotia 7 $2995 Custom dates for groups of 8+ participants.

Ireland

Western Shores 7 $3250 Custom dates for groups of 8+ participants.

Coasting Kerry 10 $3995 Custom dates for groups of 8+ participants.

Celtic Challenge 8 $3695 Custom dates for groups of 8+ participants.

New England

Coasting New England 6 $2695 8-13 9-14

Autumn in the Berkshires 6 $2650 30-10/1

The “Art” of Cycling 5 $2595 Custom dates for groups of 8+ participants.

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