Mestre Tours and Trips

I loved the walking tour of Annecy. Our local tour guide Odile was so animated and interesting to listen to. The trip to the top of Mon Blanc was amazing I also loved visiting the Site Alp Cheese farm. We got a look at a working farm and daily life in Switzerland. Their cheese is outstanding! The Top of Europe! Wish we had more time to stay longer in the charm of Europe. We thorough enjoyed this trip. Our tour guide Mauro and driver Diego were the best! Well done Collette!!

Our recent bike trip from Venice to Florence was terrific. Viewing the countryside by bike was fun. Each days ride was different. I thought day 2 was the hardest. My sit bones were very sore despite the bike shorts. it was a bumpy gravel long ride. Day 3 and on out got easier.

Excellent chance to learn about and see as much of the Alps and Dolomites as is possible in 12 days. The tour guides teach about history and culture while on the bus. From France to Italy and everything in between, you’ll see, go, do and learn.

It was a very good trip and I would definitely recommend it. The instruction prior to leaving and the bikes were good, I really liked the hotels we stayed in and the breakfasts were excellent. The luggage arrival was seamless. I thought the countryside was beautiful and we really lucked out with the weather. The app generally worked well--I would advise bringing a portable charger. It was an adventure, and the cycling was long some days, I definitely felt like I accomplished something.

The Peaks of EuropeTour was amazing! We saw some of the most spectacular vistas in very beautiful countries. I love the small size of the Explorer group tours! This was my 4th Collette tour. It won't be my last.

We thoroughly enjoyed our week of cycling with Explore. Our guide Gus was caring and knowledgeable, taking us not only on a great itinerary of mostly off-road paths, but on a culinary tour of local restaurants and extra walking trips to local attractions. The tour exceeded our expectations!