LB Freedom Tours

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	LB Freedom Tours
7 Box Lane, Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire HP3 0DH			MAP
tel: (01442) 263 377

A company which since starting has seen a growing number of families taking their tours because although they feel like independent trips, all the organisation is taken care of. Now offers around 10-plus family-friendly departures on walking or cycling itineraries each year.

Style

Relaxed and self-guided, each of the five days spent in the saddle are preceded by a free day with sightseeing and touring options. Tours average 20-35 miles per day. Specifically for families with very easy cycling plus suitable activities and accommodation, even with young children, are Taste of Tuscany and Taste of Switzerland.

Accommodation

Pre-booked in a different three or four-star hotel every two days, picked for friendliness and quality of food.

Age Accepted

As young as you like.

Bikes

Lightweight 21 gear touring bikes plus water bottles, puncture repair kit, spare inner tube, pannier, clear map case, pump and bike lock. Baby seats are provided for ages up to 2 years, tag-along 'buddy prams' for 3-4 years, fit on tandems for 5-6s, and children's bikes for 8-9 years.

Where

Switzerland and Italy.

Dates

April to October.

Sample Price

Taste of Switzerland seven day tour, inclusive of breakfast and dinner, £750 per adult. Discounts for children: 0-2, £80 supplement per baby, 3-10, 50% discount and 11-14, 25% discount. August prices are 5% on top of standard price.