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Trek
Travel Introduces Globetrotting Roster
of
2018 New Trips
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Madison,
WI – August 2017 / Newsmaker Alert / Trek
Travel, a leading active vacation tour operator specializing in bicycling
vacations, unveils a globetrotting roster of 2018
bike tours that invite adventurers to explore even more of the world,
two wheels at a time.
From
a multisport adventure in Alaska, to a bike & golf getaway in Scotland,
to a desert oasis in Palm Springs and Joshua Tree National Park, Trek Travel
blends access to undiscovered terrain with singular cultural experiences
and their characteristic VIP service. All atop the world’s best bikes.
“We’ve
canvassed the world to seek out experiences that are authentic and distinctive,”
says Trek Travel President, Tania Burke, “with the hopes that the memories
will remain with our guests long after they’ve returned home.”
“Plus,
we’ve newly redesigned several of our regions to give our guests the best
experience possible, whether that’s all-inclusive luxury in Tuscany or
fantastic route selections on our Tucson Ride Camp.”
Trek
Travel’s 2018 brand new trips include:
Alaska
MultiSport
A
half-day guided kayak tour on Seward’s Resurrection Bay, a river ride down
the wild Susitna and Talkeetna Rivers, and pedaling the Chase Trail past
grizzly tracks and caribou on hybrid bikes make this a rustic & wild
adventure.
Palm
Springs & Joshua Tree
This
great winter getaway includes hiking in Joshua Tree National Park, exploring
the Coachella Valley by bike, and resting in the Moroccan and Mediterranean-inspired
villas at Korakia Pensione.
Provence
Luxury ONE
This
One Collection trip bases guests at the Le Phébus & Spa, a stunning
mountaintop Relais and Chateaux rebuilt on remains dating back to the Medieval
period. Meet a local truffle grower and lunch at his family farm, cook
alongside a Michelin-starred Provencal chef, indulge in a wine-paired meal
at the famed Mas Tourteron restaurant, all while exploring beautiful cycling
throughout the French countryside.
Scotland
World-class
cycling in an untamed landscape off the beaten path. Bike by heather-clad
mountains in the Scottish Highlands, cruise across the mysterious Loch
Ness, visit the 13th century Urquhart Castle and enjoy a private malt whiskey
tasting at the famous Glenfiddich Distillery and the option to golf at
some of Scotland’s most rugged courses.
Ecuador
& Galapagos Islands
This
multisport bike tour from the Andean highlands to the Galápagos
Islands explores Guango Cloud Forest Reserve, hiking the Sierra Negra Volcano
lava flows, and observing unique wildlife on Santa Cruz Island.
The
full roster of new trips can be viewed here: www.TrekTravel.com/trip-collection/new
About
Trek Travel
Based
in Madison, Wisconsin, Trek Travel (www.TrekTravel.com)
is an award-winning cycling vacation company offering cycling tours around
the globe for cyclists of all abilities. Each vacation includes the use
of the latest Trek bicycles like the Domane SL 7 or XM700+ electric assist,
featuring Garmin GPS devices and Di2 electronic shifting; boutique accommodations;
most meals; snacks and drinks for each day’s ride; daily route support;
social hours; entrance fees to group events; transportation during the
tour; complimentary Trek Travel merchandise, and more.
Trek
Travel was formed in 2002 as the luxury bicycle touring arm of Trek Bicycles,
one of the world’s largest bicycle manufacturers. Voted a 2016 Travel +
Leisure World’s Best Tour Operator, they’re a team of globetrotters, world-travelers
and dreamers who know how to inspire the memories guests have for the rest
of their life. They find the best roads, hotels, towns, food, routes and
attractions, and introduce them to people looking for adventure. All on
bikes they’re guaranteed to love with unrivaled customer service at every
step.
Media
Contact:
Mark
Thomsen
Trek
Travel
866-464-8735,
Ext 15624 |