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Follow on Google News | Austin Adventures Reinstates 4 Classic European Cycle Tours Guided/Hosted by Original TrailblazerNew Program to be Presented and Discussed during Free Webinar On Tuesday, December 8, at 3 PM EST
By: Austin Adventures Next year, Austin Adventures (http://www.austinadventures.com/) “We seemed to get away from our classic cycle touring roots in Europe over the past few years as we focused on developing multisport programs overseas,” explains Dan Austin, founder and president of Austin Adventures. “But the demand for pure bike-only tours remained strong and thanks to our vocal alumni riders we decided to bring them back next year with a special twist— with Ron as the celebrity host and guide.” The tradition will continue in the summer of 2016 when van Dijk, celebrating his 42nd anniversary of guiding bike tours, will, along with his son Dennis, daughter Mirjam and two veteran guides, pedal alongside guests on special routes designed by his team. Austin Adventures is hosting a free Webinar at 3 p.m. EST on Tuesday, Dec. 8, 2015, to explore the topic of “Bringing Back the Bike” with Ron van Dijk. Also presenting will be Austin Adventures’ founder Dan Austin. The public is invited to attend. Follow this link for more information and registration: The new cycle tours for 2016 are: DENMARK | DANISH ISLES: June 12-18 and July 17-23 departures are led van Dijk and Tom Litjens, who has guided with Ron since 1990. The lore of Vikings and long-dead kings blends with Scandinavian sophistication when it comes to food and style. Then there’s always the trademark Danish hospitality. Says van Dijk: “The terrain is flat, it's easy, with lots of islands and pretty coastal scenery and a fantastic biking infrastructure. And let's not forget the contagiously happy Danish population!” The per person double rate is from $3,398 ($780 single supplement). See: http://www.austinadventures.com/ HOLLAND/BELGIUM | BRUSSELS TO BRUGES & GENT: June 19-24 and Aug. 7-12 are led by Ron and his accomplished daughter, Mirjam van Dijk. From fields of tulips to the towers of Bruges, guests pedal through the simplicity and grandeur of Flanders, exploring the hidden gems of Holland and Belgium including, “the best beer in the world.” The per person double rate to be announced. See: http://www.austinadventures.com/ FRANCE | BURGUNDY: June 5-10 and Aug. 28-Sept. 2 departures are led by Ron and Désirée Janssen who has guided in Europe since 1988. Guests explore picturesque villages, lush, world-famous wine producing vineyards, ancient castles, fields of lavender and gourmet cuisine (think escargot). The per person double rate to be announced. See: http://www.austinadventures.com/ AUSTRIA/CZECH REPUBLIC | VIENNA TO PRAGUE: June 26-July 2 and Sept. 4-10 departures are led by Ron and his son Dennis. Award-winning wine and cuisine are part of this all-inclusive journey-of-the- About Ron van Dijk Born in Holland, Ron van Dijk developed and led bike tours in Europe since 1974. Ron’s love and passion for cycling is unmatched in the adventure travel industry. Currently he is Austin Adventures’ European Operations Director. Ron is an encyclopedia on Europe and speaks five languages fluently. Although he holds an advanced degree economics, he wishes he had followed his true passion – history. What’s new in Ron van Dijk’s world since he started guided bicycle tours? “The electric bike is a recent game changer, as this opens up more challenging destinations where you otherwise might not have gone, and adds at least 10 years to your cycling life. Europeans have embraced cycling even more than they already did before. And let's be honest that it is and will always be something really special to ride into a small town that has been there for centuries, on ancient streets and stopping in a café for a cappuccino with the locals... something truly authentic.” For more information on all of the destinations, trips and itineraries offered by Austin Adventures visit http://www.austinadventures.com, call (800) 575-1540 or email info@austinadventures.com. About Austin Adventures Based in Billings, MT, Austin Adventures (formerly Austin-Lehman Adventures) has spent more than 40 years building an international reputation as a provider of scheduled small group tours and customized trips to all seven continents. In 2014, Kasey Austin, Vice President of Operations, was named the World’s Top Family Guide by Outside Magazine. In 2013, Austin Adventures joined the Xanterra Parks & Resorts® (http://www.xanterra.com/) End
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