River to River, Land & Sea e-Bike Tour

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Cindy K.

June 27, 2024

If you’re looking for a completely customized cycling tour, Padraic Doorey of Fresh Eire Adventures is exceptional in delivering bespoke tours in undiscovered locations. My husband and I were intrigued by Asturias, Spain, but found no companies offering cycling tours there. So, we contacted Padraic, who researched the geography, climate, landmarks, and attractions of Asturias. He aimed to combine stunning natural beauty, cycling routes, and rich cultural experiences. Fresh Eire Adventures undertook scouting trips to evaluate routes for difficulty, scenic value, and safety. They carefully selected routes ranging from coastal paths to countryside roads and mountain trails. The team also vetted accommodations and dining, choosing only those with high standards of hospitality and local flavor. From Michelin-starred restaurants to cozy family eateries, every meal was curated to offer a genuine taste of local cuisine. They also included cultural activities, ensuring a well-rounded experience. Our cycling trip in Asturias immersed us in the region’s beauty and heritage, traversing landscapes from coastal views to the peaks of Picos de Europa. We visited historic towns like Ribadesella, Llanes, La Isla, Colunga, and Lastres, and explored cultural sites such as the Centro Niemeyer and Senda del Oso. We enjoyed local cuisine, including seafood, wine, cider, and regional specialties like Fabada Asturiana and Cachopo. Accommodations ranged from seaside hotels to mountain retreats. The trip concluded in Covadonga with breathtaking views of Picos de Europa National Park, and a guided kayak trip down the river Selle back to Ribadesella. From the initial consultation to the on-tour support, Fresh Eire Adventures ensured a seamless experience. With over 25 cycling trips across the globe and experiences with 8 different cycle touring firms, we can confidently say that Fresh Eire Adventures surpassed all our expectations in planning and executing our Asturias cycling adventure.

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W R.

November 15, 2023

We spent six days with Padraic biking the Burren and Connemara areas. He is the consummate professional in all that he does. We had interesting bike adventures, terrific hotels, wonderful meals and excellent background information provided by Padraic and Lynn, his associate for our trip. He also assisted in our planning pre and post tour visits to Limerick and Galway. If you are looking for a personalized and professional experience, Fresh Eire Adventures is the best! Now, four years later, after traveling with Padraic to Switzerland, we still think Padraic is outstanding and his customer service is second to none! Time for another trip with Fresh Eire Adventures!

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Chuck B.

November 14, 2023

I recently cycled in Puglia, Italy, for a week. I love Italy! The food, the weather, the countryside, the history, the people. My wife and I went with Fresh Eire Adventures, an outfit we’ve used a lot over the years. They use native language guides and provide late model well maintained e-Bikes, hybrids, and road bikes. Puglia’s southern location and seacoast were an ideal backdrop for cycling. We traveled over bike trails and back roads, stayed at spectacular boutique hotels, and dined at restaurants offering Puglia specialties and superb seafood. Our small group ensured we could go places larger groups couldn’t, and since Fresh Eire researches and scouts each trip, each season, our route meshed perfectly with stops for wine tasting, local cuisine cooking lessons, spectacular scenery and local architecture.