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Custom, per your self-guided request
Pricing: Custom, per your self-guided request
*Please keep in mind, spots on these tours can be sold out 6-8 months in advance! Reservations are only confirmed after receipt of the deposit as indicated in our Terms & Conditions.
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Testimonials
"There is nothing like seeing a country through the lens of a knowledgable native guide like Darko! The food and hotels were fantastic and the roads, seemingly designed for motorcycling, were a non-stop adreniline rush! The tour took us through quaint little villages along the Adriatic giving up the treasures the region. Darko is not only pationate about his country and motorcycle touring but his knowledge of the region, it’s people and culture brought the trip to life. Thank for an adventure that will be searing in my memory for years to come!"
- Steve Simpson from Kansas City, U.S.A. after clearly enjoying his "RIDE the Balkans" motorcycle trip through Croatia, Montenegro, and Bosnia & Herzegovina
- Lyonel relied on us for a motorcycle tour through Peru not long ago, but this time he got to explore the Balkans of Europe with a BMW GS rental we provided. Glad you enjoyed, Lyonel!
"After two days in Paris detoxing from such an adrenaline rush from your tour I returned to the States Sunday evening. I want to thank you for everything as it surpassed my wildest dreams in regards to the roads traveled, the sights, food, accommodations and organization."
- Bill Currie from the U.S. got to RIDE the Balkans motorcycle trip through Croatia, Bosnia & Herzegovinia, & Montenegro, and through some snow-lined roads! This is pretty normal for the May dates that we offer this trip, all making an amazing atmosphere and riding experience. Glad you enjoyed, Bill : )
- Matthew Miller experienced some of the very best riding Europe has to offer on our "Alps Moto Explorer" Guided Group Motorcycle Tour. So glad you enjoyed, Matthew, and we know others will, too : )
"This was my first guided tour. Darko did an excellent job – he was very attentive to all the riders.
- On the heels of a Private Group Motorcycle trip we coordinated for a group of friends (a few Repeat Customers) in the Alps of Europe, it looks like Stan was pretty happy with the results. Come on back for more!
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- Scott Hauser's comments are what we like to see, and what we work for on the RIDE the Balkans motorcycle trip through Croatia, Bosnia & Herzegovinia, & Montenegro over 14 days of BMW Riding! So glad you enjoyed, Scott, even on the heels of so many other global motorcycle adventures.
Take a RIDE With Our Self-Guided (Lowest Cost) European Motorcycle Tours
If you're excited about adventurous riding on a motorcycle trip in Europe, whether you intend to focus on the Alps or the mysterious Balkans region of Eastern Europe, the lowest cost option for such an amazing moto tour is to do it self-guided!
The cost of traveling the world by motorcycle sometimes demands that we're careful with spending when possible. So if you're looking to save money, but still experience the very best riding Europe has to offer, why not just grab one of our motorcycles and follow an itinerary we put together for you?
This "Do It Yourself" approach can mean you'll spend about half of what the guided tours cost, and perhaps add that certain sense of satisfaction that comes with the "Lone Wolf" spirit of adventure. With helpful services from RIDE Adventures, this is quite easy to accomplish.
Learn more about the thrilling motorcycle tours offered by RIDE Adventures or contact us for more tour information.
Itinerary
How To Experience Motorcycle Tours in Europe on a Budget
Step 1: Contact Us and tell us how many days you’d like to travel, what type of riding terrain and scenery you’d like to experience, or any specific famous sites or regions across Europe that you don’t want to miss, like:
- For those who prefer riding motorcycles on pavement, look no further than Europe as these legendary routes through the Alps, Dolomites, Black Forest, and more have been smoothly covered for some time now. The twists and turns through some of the most incredible settings on the planet simply do not disappoint.
- If off-pavement riding is your thing, you can still enjoy a bit of it if you contact us about off-road specific riding. Around Croatia, for example, we can make sure you’re enjoying as little pavement as possible.
- The Adriatic Coast is home to lots of great European motorcycle tour experiences, along with fresh seafood and friendly people situated in fascinating cities rich with world history. Rely on ferry services to make islands like Hvar part of your adventure ride.
- We offer our Alps Moto Explorer tour as a guided motorcycle tour package, but you’re also welcome to complete this same route on your own without a guided group. Combining your dates with BMW’s Motorrad Days in Garmisch or other opportunities to see the hometown of BMW Motorcycles can make for a very “motorcycle specific” riding vacation!
Step 2: Choose Your Motorcycle from the list of options below, and if you’re unsure of which is the right bike for your trip, of course we’re happy to make suggestions.
Step 3: Choose Add-On Options: We always offer information on the best routes, scenery, etc. if you can tell us more about what you’re interested in, and in most cases, we also offer hotel packages, GPS usage, and perhaps some other services like ferry bookings, etc. Be prepared to answer our questions about what else you want included, aside from just the motorcycle rental, insurance, and authorizations that we automatically arrange for you.
Step 4: Reserve everything you need through RIDE Adventures – We're an experienced company, headquartered in the U.S., so you can rest assured that you’ve booked your upcoming motorcycle vacation in Europe through an informed, reputable, reliable, and fun provider of travel services!
Minimum Essential Gear for RIDE Training
If you're planning to jump on a guided tour or training with RIDE Adventures, it's essential that you have the right gear. This helps to ensure your safety and the safety of others while on the road.
Not being properly prepared can lead to injuires that could have been avoided. Our guides have created a Minimum Essential Gear Guide if you plan to book a RIDE Adventures. If you don't come minimally prepared there is a chance our guides will prevent you from hopping on a bike. Make sure you're prepared for the adventure.
Bikes Available
BMW F700GS (twin cylinder)
X
32.3 in
461.0 lb
4.2 gal
798 cc
BMW F750GS
X
32.1 in
493lb / 223kg
4 gal / 15 L
853 cc
BMW F800GS
X
34.6 in
472.0 lb
4.2 gal
798 cc
BMW F850GS
X
33.9 in
504lb / 229kg
4 gal / 15 L
853 cc
BMW R1200GS - Liquid Cooled
X
33.5.0 in
538 lbs
5.3 gal
1170 cc
BMW R1200GS Adventure
X
35.0 in
573.0 lb
7.9 gal
1170 cc
BMW R1200GS Adventure (2014+ Liquid Cooled)
X
35.0 in
580 lbs
7.93 gal
1170 cc
BMW R1250GS
X
33.5/34.3 in
549lb/249kg
5.3gal / 20 L
1254 cc