The group after riding a fab section of the B500 – a great group with many regulars & some newbies too.
“Hi John and Jen, well where does one start on providing feedback on one of the most memorable trips we’ve had on a motorcycle holiday. In two words – bloody fantastic!!! You achieved everything as described on your web site and above and beyond, we were overwhelmed with the attention to detail ( I’m a great admirer of attention to detail!!).
Break stops were made as described every hour and a half, designated stops with a variety of restaurants for coffee, cake and food had been identified and at certain places restaurants had been made aware of our planned arrival. John also made sure we ordered the correct food and drink as I don’t speak the local lingo! The hotels and rooms were to a great standard along with secure bike parking which of course is one of our top priorities. Evening meals that were included (3 courses with wine or beer) were also great and brought the group together. On the evenings we had to ourselves there were plenty of restaurant choices within a short walk around a pleasant setting.
We also thought that you addressed the issue that was brought up early in the week (overtaking) really well, suggesting a solution that would help all parties and getting the balance right for all the riders (safety is key, it’s not a racing holiday, but we do like to make progress).
Thank you again for making the trip such an enjoyable experience, we’ll have to start saving for the next one! PS – the surprises along the route were also great and made the trip feel very special.”
Michael Jones & Laura Smith, 1st tour, Kawasaki Z1000SX, County Durham
The Tour de France is coming!!
Our tour starts in Calais
“I have toured a lot of Europe on two wheels in the past but previously with a friend so this was my first organised tour. As I was on my own this time I thought that riding with the same people each day would be more sociable. If I’m honest I was doubtful whether the lack of freedom would suit me however, I confess, I had a great time. The riding pace was fast enough without putting any pressure on anyone and the support van to take the luggage was more of a bonus than I thought it would be.
I also did a little research beforehand and B.N tours had good reviews. I now know why: John led the tour each day in a professional manner and made sure everyone was accounted for at each coffee break, lunch stop etc. Having hotels booked each night worked well with the right amount of meals included and “free” nights to explore towns and find a place to eat.
I am now booked on the Italian Lakes and Swiss Alps tour and know it will be equally well run.”
(Combined feedback & 5* Google review – thanks Greg)
Greg Flatt, 1st tour, Triumph Tiger 800 XRX, Suffolk
All the bikes at coffee stop
Morning coffee stop
Pre-motorway briefing
We ALWAYS re-group
“Hi to you both, another fantastic tour (our 11th), l am sure you will get repeat business from the 1st time tourers. Thank you BN Tours, the back marker (liked the wave as you approached), the van driver (who had to turn up the air con from time to time!!) and the really smashing group.
Thank you for the hotels, the roads and looking out for the welfare of the group in the hot weather, the cornettos were very much appreciated at the coffee stop!!”
John & Sandra Shepherd, 11th trip, Triumph Tiger 800, Hertfordshire
Ron – Harley D Heritage Softail
Chris N is back-marker
Lunch stop
“Another fantastic tour of the Black Forest, so much so we’ve now done it twice! You meet great people who become friends. The hotels are great and the rides are fantastic on their researched roads. I would happily recommend this company to anyone. We are on our 7th tour with them and we’ll definitely be doing more! John & Jen are great hosts and make it a memorable holiday.”
(5* Google review – thanks W&C)
Wayne & Carole Williams, 7th trip, BMW R1200 RT, RCT
Lovely !
“Thanks John for another excellent trip. Having been with a number of tour companies you are head and shoulders above them all and provide your clients with a great holiday. Having the van to put luggage in is a great feature. The hotels and routes are well researched and you led us on some exciting roads. The tour group were a friendly and safe bunch to ride with and I never had an anxious moment. Favorite stop -Baden Baden. Really enjoyed the roads on the trip to the waterfalls and the B500.”
John Gordon, 2nd tour, BMW R1250 RS, Hampshire
“Great trip, well run, can’t wait to go again next year”
(5* Google review – thanks Chris)
Chris Nash, 8th trip, BMW R1250 GS, West Sussex
The gardens at our first hotel
Amanda & David relaxing
Drinks before dinner
Dinner is included tonight
Our hotel by night
A welcome arrival at our next hotel
Just what we need !
Cheers !!
We’re in lovely Baden Baden
“Just finished the ‘ Black Forest’ tour. Had a great time with great people even though we were on our tractors (Harleys)!! We were never far behind the main group because of the drop off system. Hotels were great and also the rides. Recommend to anybody wishing a guided tour.”
(5* Google review – thanks Ron)
Ron Watts, 1st tour, Harley Davidson Heritage Softail, Hampshire
Keith’s driving the van…
Oops sorry – it’s the new beard!!
David & Amanda – Husqvarna 901 Norden
John & Sandra – Triumph Tiger 800
John G – BMW R1250RS
Greg – Triumph Tiger 800 XRX
David & Amanda again
Daryl – BMW R1250 GS
Ryan – BMW R1200 GS
Chris – BMW R1250GS
Keith driving the van
A brilliant road!!
“It’s taken a while for us to book on our first trip with BN European Tours but it did not disappoint. We had heard lots of great things about BN and this first tour far exceeded our expectations.
We were quite apprehensive…but right from the start the tour was well organised, routes had been carefully planned allowing for timely stops with an assortment of restaurants, cafes etc to choose from. The roads were amazing and the drop off system allowed everyone to travel along at their own pace. Once dropped in a spot a wave from the back marker Chris and off we’d go again.
The hotels were well situated and all provided good food, a comfortable bed and a much needed shower at the end of a day on the bike. Our fellow riders were friendly and we would happily spend time chatting to anyone else on the tour…having the support van was invaluable and we are so grateful that Keith volunteered to drive! We can’t fault any aspect of the tour and are already looking at future trips!!”
Bryan & Jacqueline Huish, 1st tour, BMW R1250 GS, Bristol
Pretty coffee stop
Ryan relaxing
Stop at the biggest cuckoo clock
Wayne & Carole
Cuckoo strikes two o’clock
A great group
Then take your partners…
For a waltz!!
Amanda & David
Laura & Michael
Lunch stop
Ron & Lucie are on Harleys
Our next hotel for 2 nights
Vince & Chris with Black Forest Gateau!!
Morris, Keith & Greg
Charlie & Ryan
Michael, Laura & a thief!!
Keith & Greg
Flowers in the town
Many join a ride-out…
to the High Rhine Waterfalls
Some take a boat trip
Chris, Vince & Charlie
Stephen – Honda Africa Twin
Chris – BMW R1250 GS
Charlie – BMW S1000 XR
John G – BMW R1250 RS
John & Sandra – Tiger 800
Michael & Laura – Kawasaki Z1000SX
Bryan & Jacqueline – BMW R1250GS
Greg again
David & Amanda
Michael & Laura
Charlie again
Wayne & Carole – BMW R1200RT
Vince – BMW Bagger
Morris – BMW R1200 GS
Who did?????
Take a boat trip on the lake
Dam at end of reservoir
Ready to leave
Morris needs fuel!!
Leaving the Black Forest
Stop for a photo
All the group
Lovely scenery
Fabulous roads
Morning coffee stop
More Black Forest Gateau!
And cakes
A surprise at lunch – Stephen
Morris
Chris
Charlie
Greg
Keith driving the van
Stop in the Vosges Mountains
Amanda & David
Lucie – Harley D Softail Slim
With photos of a free night missing…
The view from our final hotel
Dinner is included the last night
John thanks everyone for a great tour
And Sandra & John…
For doing 10 trips with us!!
John starts the jokes…
Vince goes looking for bears…
But he’s not there for the hunting!!
Keith takes a turn
As does Stephen
Followed by Morris
Greg got stitched up at coffee…
Has a choice of 3 envelopes…
And wins 10 euros!!
Lunch at Albert the last day
Apologies for there being fewer photos than normal with Jen not being on the Tour. Huge thanks to Keith for stepping in to drive the van at short notice and for taking some of the above photos. Thanks to Chris for riding as back-marker and to Stephen for sending photos too. Thanks to everyone for great riding & great company – we look forward to seeing many of you again on future tours. Ride safe – John & Jen.
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