Guided Island Hopping Mamma Mia, Sporades, and Pelion Islands Bike and Boat Tour

No. This is a Level 4/5 tour designed for experienced cyclists who are confident on hilly to mountainous terrain, winding descents, and uneven surfaces. Daily distances range from 8 to 40 km with up to 750 metres of elevation gain. All tours can be tackled more easily with e-bike assistance, but a solid cycling background is required.

No. Rental e-bikes with Ortlieb panniers are available for 252 euro per week. Optional limited liability protection (covering theft and damage, but not gross negligence) is available for an additional 28 euro per week. You must have prior experience with e-bikes, as they are significantly heavier and faster than conventional bicycles.

Helmets are mandatory on all bike tours. You are strongly advised to bring your own well-fitted helmet, as rental helmets are limited in number and require advance reservation.

Children aged 10 and above with good physical fitness and prior cycling tour experience may participate. The minimum height to rent an e-bike is 1.50 m (5 ft.). For families with younger children, Boat Bike Tours recommends their dedicated Multi-Adventure Tours in Greece and Croatia, which offer family-friendly itineraries and pricing.

Catering begins with dinner on arrival day and ends with breakfast on departure day. The package includes 2 full-board days and 5 half-board days on board. The on-board chef prepares breakfast and one to two warm meals daily. Meals and drinks ashore are not included. Special dietary requests (lactose-free, gluten-free, vegan) can be arranged for a surcharge of 70 euro, payable on board.

Yes, free WiFi is available on the ship, though a stable connection cannot always be guaranteed while at sea. For consistent internet access, you can take a laptop or tablet to a café or bar at any port, where free WiFi is widely available.

Yes. Upon consultation with your tour guides, you may cycle independently along recommended routes. You are also free to spend a half or full day swimming or relaxing on board instead of joining a planned bike tour.

All Islandhopping tours are conducted bilingually in English and German to accommodate the international mix of guests.

Yes. Optional add-ons include a 3-day Meteora programme (bookable after the trip), a 3-day Athens programme (bookable before or after), and a 4-day Santorini programme (bookable before or after). Shared or individual transfers from Athens airport are also available on request. All prices are on request.

Children up to the age of 16 receive a discount of 200 euro on the base tour price (double occupancy). This discount is not combinable with other discounts.

A guided bike tour includes a professional local guide who rides with you throughout the trip. The guide handles navigation, manages daily logistics, ensures safety, and shares cultural insights. In addition to the guide, you also have a support vehicle that transfers luggage, provides water/snacks, and offers on-route assistance or a lift whenever needed. You simply follow the guide and enjoy a fully supported experience.

Your guides are local cycling experts, fluent in English, with deep knowledge of the region’s history, culture, and food.

On our guided tours, we ensure you begin your ride feeling comfortable and well-supported. Your guide and local team play an active role in getting your bike properly set up. **Before Your Tour** When you book, we ask for your height. This allows our local partners to select the correct frame size and prepare the bike in advance so it’s close to your ideal fit when you arrive. **At the Start of the Tour** You’ll receive a full in-person bike fitting with your guide or local representative. This typically includes: - Adjusting saddle height - Moving the saddle fore–aft (small adjustments to move the saddle forward or back for better balance and comfort) - Fine-tuning handlebar height and reach (where adjustable) - Confirming pedal preference — flat pedals are provided by default. If you bring your own clip-in pedals, our guide will help install and adjust them - A short test ride to check comfort Your guide will ensure everything feels right before the tour begins. **During the Tour** Throughout the trip, your guide will make additional adjustments whenever needed. This is especially helpful if you discover new comfort preferences after a few hours of riding. **What to Expect** Our guided tour bike fitting is hands-on, comfort-focused, and practical, ensuring you ride safely and enjoyably each day. It’s not a detailed workshop-level fit, but it covers all essential adjustments for multi-day touring.

For guided tours, we do not provide GPX files separately, as navigation is handled by your guide. On certain occasions, if you prefer more independence, we may offer app-based navigation access with the daily routes loaded. However, please understand that this may not always be possible and depends on the specific tour setup.

Our support vehicle is always close by to make your ride worry-free. It carries your luggage, water, snacks, and spare parts, and is there if you need a quick lift or just want to rest for a while. You’ll see it at regular intervals along the route and during meal or refreshment stops. The vehicle is also used for scheduled transfers and to ensure safety and comfort along the route.

The fitness level required for each trip is indicated by the "level" of the tour, which in turn is mentioned on each tour page right next to the price and the trip duration. **Easy**: The terrain is mostly flat with a few gentle climbs. **Moderate**: The terrain is either mostly flat or consists of rolling hills with a few challenging climbs. There could also be a few days with longer riding distances of up to 75 kms (45 miles) **Difficult**: The terrain is mostly hilly with strong elevation gains and/or has long days on the bike. Such trips are recommended for intermediate to advanced cyclists. Please note that we usually bike around 4-5 hours per day irrespective of the level of the trip.

We’ve carefully planned the route so that most rides follow peaceful countryside roads, scenic bike paths, and quiet lanes well away from heavy traffic. On rare occasions, short stretches on busier roads may be necessary, but your guides will ensure these sections are managed safely.

While your tour price covers most of the main expenses, including accommodations, daily breakfast, and many meals, you may wish to budget for a few lunches or dinners not included in the itinerary, as well as drinks, snacks, or personal treats along the way. As a general guide, allow around US $20–40 per person per day for these additional expenses.

Our guided bike tours typically have 6–14 guests, allowing for a personalised experience.

Airport transfers are not included unless specifically mentioned in your trip inclusions. For airport pickup, we recommend booking directly from the airport upon arrival — most airports have reliable taxi, shuttle, or app-based options. For airport drop, please book a transfer through your last hotel — they can easily arrange it for you.

We focus on delivering exceptional experiences during your tour. For logistical simplicity and flexibility, we do not handle pre- or post-tour hotel bookings. However, we’re happy to share a list of recommended hotels near the starting and ending points of your trip so you can plan your stay independently.

We are happy to pass on your room preference for a twin or double setup, and our hotel partners do their best to accommodate these requests. However, room configurations are always subject to availability at each property. On some of our trips—especially those that travel through remote regions or small boutique inns—room types may be limited. In such cases, despite our best efforts, you may need to stay in a double room instead of a twin, or twin instead of a double, depending on what is available. Given the nature of our journeys and the unique places we visit, we kindly ask for your understanding and support if such adjustments are required. We will always inform you in advance wherever possible and work closely with our partners to ensure the most comfortable arrangement for your stay.

You can exchange currency at the airport itself, or at ATMs in larger cities. Most commercial establishments will accept international credit cards for payments, though its good to carry some local currency with you at all times.

Tours run rain or shine, but we may adjust the route or schedule for safety. The support vehicle is always available.

Popular tours can sell out months ahead, especially in summer. Booking at least 9 months in advance ensures best availability.

We require a 10% deposit at booking. The balance is due 60 days before departure.

For full details, please see our [cancellation policy here](https://www.artofbicycletrips.com/terms-conditions/).

Yes. About 4 weeks before your trip, you’ll receive a Pre-Departure Information Pack with daily ride profiles, packing tips, meeting locations, and detailed itinerary.

The meeting time on Day 1 is mentioned in your travel planner shared with you. You can arrive either on the morning of Day 1 depending on the meeting time, or book a pre-tour night to arrive a day earlier.