I just completed the 2026 Norwegian Midnight Sun (North to South) tour with Ayres Adventures, and it was nothing short of spectacular. Starting high up in Tromsø and riding south completely enriched how I experienced Norway's changing landscapes.

I rode the new BMW R1300GS, and it proved to be the absolute perfect bike for this journey—delivering flawless power, comfort, and handling on every twisty road and coastal highway. Conquering the North Cape—riding 300 miles north of the Arctic Circle where the sun literally never sets—was a memory of a lifetime. From the remote, vast plains of Finnish Lapland down through the jagged peaks of the Lofoten Islands, the route selected by Ayres was a dream for any motorcyclist.

What truly made this trip world-class was our two tour guides, Claus and Frank. Both were engaging, professional, and outstanding throughout the tour. Their thorough route knowledge, logistics management, and infectious enthusiasm kept the energy high every day. They handled every ferry schedule, hotel reservation, luggage detail, and daily briefing seamlessly. If you want to experience Norway and the Arctic on two wheels, this is the only way to do it.

Bill's Adventures include:
Norwegian Midnight Sun
Iceland Adventure
Top Down Adventure - New Zealand

The tour was well planned and the accommodations were excellent. The restaurant selection was fantastic and the coordination with the staff was great. We are looking forward to our next tour.

Jeffrey's Adventures include:
Mystical Ireland

I would like to share my opinion about Ayres Adventures. I have been riding for many years. I and some of my friends have completed many self-guided tours in North America and Europe. This has been my first experience of a professionally guided tour. It has been a wonderful experience. From conception to execution. The Tour leaders are wonderful, so professional and accommodating to everybody’s riding style, they kept us all safe from kick stands up to kick stands down. The routes that were chosen were truly spectacular in every manner including scenery, road conditions and plenty switchbacks. Evening meals were always fun to exchange stories and the days adventure. This has been a fantastic experience and I would personally plan a future trip with Ayres Adventures. I would like to take the opportunity to thank Ayres adventures for the wonderful memories.

Tony's Adventures include:
Indian Summer in the Alps

There are trips you take, and then there are journeys that etch themselves into your soul. Riding motorcycles through the Alps with lifelong friends falls solidly into the latter category. Words can hardly do justice to the sense of freedom, exhilaration, and deep camaraderie that defines this experience.

This wasn’t just a motorcycle trip. It was a reminder of how important it is to make time for the people who matter, to chase beauty, to feel the wind in your face, and to live fully together.

If you're even remotely considering a motorcycle tour through the Alps with your crew don’t hesitate. Do it. It's more than a bucket list item; it's a gift you'll talk about for the rest of your life.

Matt's Adventures include:
Indian Summer in the Alps

I consider myself a seasoned traveler, especially with guided trips of this nature. I've taken golf trips throughout Scotland and Ireland, bike riding trips to different parts of the US. This was my first guided motorcycle trip. I wouldn't hesitate to book this tour again. The level of service was a 10 out of 10. The experience was a 10 out of 10. I would do it again and I'm already planning on booking my next trip.

Jeffrey's Adventures include:
Indian Summer in the Alps

Top notch accommodation and dining the whole way. Brand new top of the line motorcycles. We rode those bikes like we stole them every day and I can assure you, the guides were having as much fun as we were. And after a long day of riding, a little tired, sweaty, beat up, we walked into the lobby of the hotel, the guides were standing there to hand us our room keys, and there was my luggage sitting on the bed in my room. Everything was well thought out, taken care of, these guys are pros. They even had the chase van at the lunch spot each day so we could grab something out of our bag if needed. Awesome experience from booking to handing off the bikes at the end.

Andrew's Adventures include:
Indian Summer in the Alps

Best motorcycle adventure/vacation group in the market. Professional, fun, competent tour leaders. Sweat and ride all day with 5 star meals and accommodations at night. Learn about nations and cultures, meet great people, and ride a brand new BMW motorcycle every time. I’m never disappointed, and I don’t have to plan anything myself. Simply “The Best!”. Can’t wait to pick my next tour!

Joan's Adventures include:
Viking Run
Norwegian Midnight Sun
Spain and Morocco
Barcelona to Lisbon
Iceland Adventure
Indian Summer in the Alps

The Norwegian Midnight Adventure was awesome! The scenery was simply amazing from start to finish. Personally, I consider this the most beautiful scenic tour I've ever been on. For those who have not been in the western part of Norway, I highly recommend this tour. It has it all: snow-covered mountains, spectacular fjords, waterfalls, miles of rock tunnels, quaint little villages, and more "twisties" than you'll ever experience. Not to mention riding to the northernmost point in all of Europe, Nordkapp (North Cape), located 300 miles north of the Arctic Circle. Furthermore, the hotels and local cuisine were exceptional. Our tour leaders (Claus and Jason) were outstanding and worked very hard to make sure the group had a wonderful and memorable experience. They succeeded. As usual on Ayres Adventures, it was a pleasure meeting and getting to know the tour group. They were all very pleasant, with varied backgrounds, and I hope to be able to ride with anyone of them again on another Ayres Adventure one day. Ayres delivers what it promises: high-quality accommodations, small intimate groups, experienced tour leaders, late-model quality motorcycles, luggage handling and support, airport transfers, and comprehensive trip planning and support materials. I highly recommend this tour and these leaders to anyone.

David's Adventures include:
Norwegian Midnight Sun
Patagonia and Ushuaia Adventure
Iceland Adventure

This is the first motorcycle tour I have ever done. I chose Ayres based on the location of the tour I selected. From registration to the final day of the tour, we were kept informed of activities, questions were answered quickly, and the staff was super easy to work with. Our tour guides, Axel and Janis, made the trip very memorable. Very professional and personable at the same time. This was a trip of a lifetime. There were 7 people from my party alone, and we cannot stop telling everyone about how incredible the trip was. I would highly recommend Ayres if you are planning to do a motorcycle tour.

Michael's Adventures include:
Treasures of Eastern Europe

This is our sixth tour and I can't think of a better way to see the world than by motorcycle. I come home energized, more aware and educated about other cultures with new friends, a million photos and a few extra pounds. Ready for the next Adventure.

Martha and Scott's Adventures include:
Spain and Morocco
Mystical Ireland - Emerald of the Atlantic
Norwegian Midnight Sun
Scotland - Castles, Kilts and Whisky
Spanish Adventure - Private tour
Indian Summer in the Alps - Private tour

Ayres Adventures refers to its genre of travel as "premium" motorcycle touring. Think of a luxury cruise line except that you ride a motorcycle form port to port instead of a ship. Everything is top notch; rooms, meals, assistance, preparations ... all of it. Great ride. Great People. Great hosts and tour operations by Ayres Adventures.

David's Adventures include:
New Zealand Top Down Tour
Iceland Adventure
Alaska/Yukon Adventure

Touring New Zealand with Ayres Adventures; renowned for its breathtaking landscapes, diverse ecosystems, and rich cultural heritage, presents an unparalleled opportunity for motorcycle enthusiasts to experience the ride of a lifetime. Taking to the paved back roads on two wheels allows riders to immerse themselves fully in the natural beauty and exhilarating routes that this island nation has to offer. From the verdant hills of the North Island to the rugged, dramatic scenery of the South Island, a motorcycle tour of New Zealand promises adventure, freedom, and unforgettable memories.

Ayres offers a worry-free ride, excellent accommodations, well-prepared motorcycles, and unforgettable scenery. The guides are extremely knowledgeable, locally experienced, and professional. You won't be disappointed.

A motorcycle tour of New Zealand is more than just a ride; it’s an odyssey through some of the most stunning landscapes on the planet. The freedom of the open road, coupled with the country’s rich history, vibrant culture, and welcoming people, creates a journey that is as enriching as it is exhilarating. Whether you’re carving through mountain passes, cruising along coastal highways, or exploring charming towns and cities, New Zealand offers an endless array of experiences that will leave a lasting impression on every rider. So, gear up, make your reservations with Ayres Adventures well in advance then hit the road, and discover the magic of New Zealand on two wheels.

Bill's Adventures include:
New Zealand Top Down Adventure
Iceland Adventure

Well, our trip was billed as the Indian Summer in the Alps. What was it actually? IT WAS AN AMAZING, HEART POUNDING, EXHILARATING, WONDERFUL MOTORCYCLE ADVENTURE THROUGH AND OVER THE MOST SCENIC ALPINE PASSES, AROUND THE TIGHTEST MOUNTAIN CORNERS, CARVING THE MOST TECHNICAL MOUNTAIN SWITCHBACKS, DOWN THE STEEPEST CANYONS, AND THROUGH THE MOST QUAINT, IDYLLIC LITTLE TOWNS THAT GOD HAS PERMITTED TO BE BUILT ON HIS BEAUTIFUL PLANET!! And, can you say Passo Di Stelvio??!! How amazing?! We did it!! We loved very second of this amazing adventure! If we could hit a reset button and do the entire trip exactly the same way again, we would do it in a heartbeat! The motorcycles were cool and their BMW performance put my Harley Davidson back home to shame. The hotels were architecturally and visually beautiful and the hotel rooms were clean and fresh and had fantastic accommodations. The foods, the restaurants, the drinks were delicious and flowed. So many wonderful new foods and drinks to try and we did. The Dolomite Mountains and Swiss Alps were visually stunning! The air was pure and fresh and the perfect weather was a gift from God. Our tour leaders, Claus and Janis, were the most wonderful characters. The friendship and camaraderie between the two men was evident from the beginning and they made all of us on the tour feel welcome and confident in their leadership. We all became instant friends and Claus and Janis did everything in their power to make us feel special. Our entire tour group came together and really worked well as a team of riders. Everyone was packed up and ready to go first thing in the morning for our morning tour meeting (and biker blessing!) and everyone stuck together and rode well as a unit. Many of us had communications systems in our helmets that enabled us to communicate with one another and to "yuck it up" along the way. At one point, our guides wondered what was going on because we were all laughing so hard while stopped at a stop sign that he thought something was wrong! :) This was a special 35th Wedding Anniversary trip for my wife and me. It was a time to celebrate a season of life together and to thank God for His provision and blessings. In those majestic mountains, one could feel the presence and awe of God. It was a fitting place to give thanks to Him for this wonderful world and our chance to ride motorcycles upon it. This trip was worth every penny to us. We, truly, had the trip of a lifetime! Thank you, Ayres Adventures. Thank you, John and Bonny. Thank you Claus and Janis. And thanks to all our friends that toured with us! We love you all. :)

Kim and Jeff's Adventures include:
Indian Summer in the Alps

What a once in a lifetime experience to see Iceland in all its beauty and ruggedness. Amazingly well planned out and organized experience. Tour leaders were awesome. As a “pillion” rider the motorcycles were very comfortable and plenty of power for two riders for any conditions. The accommodations and food experience is also one of a kind.

Cindy Bohl
Denver, CO

John and Axel's knowledge, experience and professionalism make for a great client experience riding with Ayres Adventures. They exercised good judgment and made good choices for the group also accommodating individuals with differing preferences. FIVE STARS * * * * *

David's Adventures include:
Iceland Adventure
Alaska/Yukon Adventure

David Martin
Sylvania, OH

The Iceland Adventure was awesome! I enjoyed the beautiful scenery, amazing hotels and the local cuisine. Our tour leaders (Axel and John) were outstanding and worked very hard to make sure the group had the "trip of a lifetime". They succeeded. It was also a pleasure meeting and getting to know the tour group. They were all very pleasant and I hope to be able to ride with them again on another Ayres tour one day. Ayres delivers what it promises...., high quality accommodations, small intimate groups, experienced tour leaders, late model quality motorcycles, luggage handling and support, airport transfers and comprehensive trip planning and support materials. I highly recommend this tour and leaders to anyone.

David's Adventures Include:
Iceland Adventure

Iceland was an exceptional experience. The tour leaders took care of our every need.

I would give this company and John and Axel a 9.5…..it would be a 10 rating if John could stop the occasional rain showers in Iceland; John proved a lot of superpowers, but not over the weather! He kept us safe and sound and laughing - I liked that we could go at our own pace as well as plan some of our own routes - very accommodating.

Ron's Adventures Include:
Iceland Adventure

The tour was very well done, no problems. Our tour guide, Axel, was professional and a lot of fun to be around.

Shelley and Chris' Adventures include:
Spanish Switchback Challenge

My wife Liselda and I had the pleasure of joining John and Jason for the Scotland – Castles, Kilts and Whisky tour this June. Nobody can control the weather, but it seemed like it was about as good as it gets on this trip. The lodgings were first rate and the meals were amazing. Most places had haggis as an option on the menu for breakfast and I found that I began to look forward to it. Our tour companions were all people we would love to travel with again.

The bikes were well prepped before we picked them up and any prior scratches were noted on the lease documents. John made sure to check out each bike carefully before handing over the keys. It was the first time I had ridden on the left side of the road, but by lunchtime on the first day, the roundabouts and turns seemed natural.

The Scottish countryside is made for motorcycling.

I'm glad we chose this tour.

Liselda and Michael's Adventures include:
Scotland – Castles, Kilts and Whisky

I just completed Ayres Adventure Indian Summer In the Alps Tour. What a great time I had with outstanding riding, beautiful scenery, fabulous properties and local cuisine. Our tour leaders (Claus and Jason) were outstanding and worked very hard to make sure we had a great trip. I would recommend this tour and leaders to anyone that loves to ride. “It’s all about the ride”.

Rick’s Adventures include:
Indian Summer in the Alps

We had a fantastic trip this year, 2023, with Ayres Adventures visiting the European Alps. Excellent itineraries, spectacular restaurants and hotels and guides who knew how to transform our trip into an unforgettable adventure. The Company delivers what it promises. I recommend.

Sergio and Celise's Adventures include:
Indian Summer in the Alps

The Alps Switchback challenge was amazing. It was affordable and the correct amount of time for me to be able to use vacation. I want to take my son on a future trip.

Jared's Adventures include:
Alps Switchback challenge

When you combine a custom crafted route with skilled and knowledgable leaders, flawless bikes, excellent meals and superb hotels, mix in a boat load of laughter and superb scenery you have the Ayres recipe. Simply unbeatable every way! I 'm aching for more and I just got home!

Scott's Adventures include:
Norwegian Midnight Sun
Indian Summer in the Alps
Scotland - Castles, Kilts and Whisky

From start to finish everything ran seamlessly. The hotels were comfortable and convenient. The food was top notch. Every day the rides and scenery were amazing, but what puts your trip above and beyond is your fantastic guides. Both were extremely knowledgeable and helpful. Claus and Fuzzy made sure everyone in our group enjoyed the riding. I can't imagine trying to put this together without them. They not only translated everything for us, but knew of routes that we would have never found on our own and shared a wealth of history and information. We enjoyed Claus' dry and clever sense of humor and Fuzzy's gregarious personality. We are already trying to decide which trip we will do next. Thank you again to you and your team. We are counting the days until the next one!

Lori's Adventures include:
Alps Switchback Challenge

Ayres lived up to its name - the tours have truly been adventures. A perfect combination of challenge and luxury. Our guides selected routes that were both scenic and thrilling. Wonderful hotels and restaurants always completed great days. We are looking forward to our next Ayres Adventure!

Geoff & Lisa's Adventures include:
Indian Summer in the Alps
Norwegian Midnight Sun

Norway is the most beautiful country I have ever ridden a bike in. It is a combination of Chile and Argentina, New Zealand, Ireland, but scenery wise better than the four of them combined.

It is one scenic beauty after another. You never knew what the scenery was gonna look like around the next corner or when you came out the next tunnel. And the North Cape is pretty spectacular when you consider where you are at that moment.

I will do this tour again, with better raingear.

The group of fellow riders on this tour were the nicest people I've ever been on a trip with. Nice, caring, funny, intelligent, accomplished riders and they were extremely nice to invite me to do things with them.

John's Adventures include:
Southern Cross
Munich to Istanbul
Mystical Ireland
Barcelona to Lisbon
Norwegian Midnight Sun
Spain and Morocco

What a fantastic tour! The scenery was spectacular, accommodations and meals were outstanding. We had great fun with our tour leaders who found the most fantastic, scenic routes. We are excited to plan another adventure with Ayres.

Mark and Karen's Adventures include:
Treasures of Eastern Europe

Ayres Adventures had exceeded all of my expectations! The entertainment, scenery, history made riding in a different country easy! I will return!

David's Adventures include:
Alps Switchback Challenge

Riding the Alps had been on the bucket list for many years.
Finally got to do the Switchback Challenge with my good friend Dave.
This was the first time on an organized tour like this and it was everything I hoped it would be.
The riding was challenging, guides were outstanding, hotels and food were great!
I look forward to taking another tour with Ayres.

Jim's Adventures include:
Alps Switchback Challenge

My wife and I were worried about riding in a foreign country. Language barriers, foreign currency, traffic and other differences. We were so pleased with the help we received from everyone we met and our tour leaders. The worst part of the trip was the flight home. We hated to leave.

Robert's Adventures include:
Alps Switchback Challenge

Anyone planning a tour should only consider Ayres Adventures. Safety is of the utmost importance to this company and this was displayed throughout my trip by Claus and Axel. The motorcycle that I rode was a brand new BMW R1250R with all the bells and whistles, a pleasure to ride. In a matter 48 hours we became one big family. Definitely a FIVE star company!

Charles' Adventures include:
Alps Switchback Challenge

I am 75 years old and have been riding motorcycles for over 60 years. I have ridden all over North America but this year I opted to join Ayres Adventures on their Norwegian Midnight Sun Tour. It was by far the greatest ride I have ever been on thanks to our tour leaders Claus Lazik and Jason Killian. For 16 days we travelled from Oslo, Norway to the North Cape on roads that were absolutely perfect for motorcycles. The scenery was beyond beautiful with awesome views of Norway. Claus and Jason have a wonderful grasp of the history and interesting places to visit that they shared along the way. What is so great about Ayres Adventures? I just had to show up. The bikes were in great shape, the hotels and cabins we stayed in were terrific and the meals were all very good and often reflected the local culture. I will be joining Ayres in May for the Barcelona to Lisbon Adventure and plan on many more adventures with then in the coming years.

Gary's Adventures include:
Norwegian Midnight Sun

This was our first trip with Ayres Adventures and it was great! Our group of eight, from Atlanta, signed up for the Alps Switchback Challenge. The services provided were exactly as advertised. The motorcycles, lodging and meals were top notch. Our trip leader, Claus, was totally professional and manged to keep us out of jail in four countries. We found the overall value good and the attention to detail always there. Give these folks a try. I believe you will be happy you did, we are!

Chuck's Adventures include:
Alps Switchback Challenge

Our second tour with Ayres Adventures to Norway was just as fantastic as our first one to New Zealand. The guides were excellent in knowledge of the area and the roads and stops to make. The scenery was awesome beyond words to describe. The best way to see a country is on a motorcycle and a support van to carry your luggage. Ayres is truly a premium tour company that handles all the details so the riders can enjoy the tour. The nightly accommodations were first class and outstanding. I'm looking forward to my next tour with Ayres.

Robin's Adventures include:
Norwegian Midnight Sun
New Zealand Top Down Adventure

Our Norway adventure was great. The scenery was fantastic, the food tasted great, the route was well organized, and the tour leaders were professional and knowledgeable. Everyone we met in Norway was friendly. We had a great time and would recommend this tour highly.

Robert's Adventures include:
New Zealand Top Down Adventure
Norwegian Midnight Sun

Our trip through Eastern Europe was indeed an incredibly good adventure with the emphasis on adventure. I highly recommend Ayers Adventures for your motorcycle tour - you will not be disappointed.

Rik's Adventures include:
Treasures of Eastern Europe

Treasures of Eastern Europe was my THIRD trip with the Ayres crew. As always - the time/money invested in doing this trip paid off BIG-TIME! Anyone who has not toured in other countries is definitely missing out on adventure. Backroads, culture, food, and accommodations in Poland, Slovakia or elsewhere, as experienced on a motorcycle, are something everyone should remove from their "Bucket List" and immediately add to their "To Do List.". The inclusion of motorcycle rental (including maintenance/repair/roadside assistance from support van), hotels, food, and the broad expertise of a seasoned guide & biker enabled me to focus on the RIDE, and return home with lifetime memories and a big smile. 1000% worth the $$$.

Jim's Adventures include:
Viking Run
Spanish Switchback Challenge
Treasures of Eastern Europe

This tour is the best way I can think of to see 15 different countries in one tour which means 15 different cultures, different geographies, different customs, and best of all 15 different nationalities of people.

While the rest of the group was touring Dracula’s Castle, I went out for a ride by myself up in the mountains. An old sheepherder (pictured) waved at me as I rode by and I turned around and went back to say hi. We had about a half hour conversation with neither of us speaking the others language but with pantomiming he was able to tell me his story. He pointed out the house he grew up in and still lived in. Ninety-three years old and still riding a motorcycle. I figured out that he had a 10-year-old Ducati Monster 600 bike, and rode it out to the pasture where the sheep were.

He relished looking over my bike and indicated BMWs were great bikes. This type of encounter is one of the main reasons I like to go on Ayres motorcycle tours. The freedom to explore on your own and not always have to be with the group sets your company apart from most of the others. There isn't the pressure to stay with the group and I never would have gotten a chance to meet this fella if I wasn't by myself. You don't get this interaction with the locals driving a car.

John's Adventures include:
Munich to Istanbul Adventure
Roof of Africa
Southern Cross
Taste of Chile (and Dash of Argentina)
Portugal, Spain, Morocco
SA Splendors
Escape to Ushuaia
New Zealand Grand Tour
Rendezvous in Rio

Once again Ayres Adventures came up trumps for our Father / Daughter private tour in South America. The booking and arrangements were made with the minimum of fuss. Jason Kilian and Chris Gladstone are two of the most friendly and professional tour leaders anyone could wish to travel with. Well done, Ayres Adventures!

Richard and Paula's Adventures include:
New Zealand Top Down Adventure
Machu Picchu Excursion (Empire of the Incas)
Switchback Challenge The Alps
Private Bariloche to Ushuaia tour

I have participated in numerous tours with Ayres Adventures as well as other tour companies and can comfortably report that Ayres is the Premier touring company. They always go above and beyond to take care of the client.

Rob and Christine's Adventures include:
New Zealand Top Down Adventure
Australia and Tasmania – Adventure Down Under
Dutch Treat Adventure
Spain and Morocco
Viking Run
Escape to Machu Picchu
Southern Cross
Best of Alaska/Canada

Everyone sets up a “trip of a lifetime” and when they get back and they’re asked how it was, they are able to list each and every part of the trip that did not live up to their prior expectations. We have traveled a lot, on our own and with groups. I can honestly say that this trip with your company, was our trip of a lifetime. And to a person within our group, and especially Leslie and I, it lived up to every one of our expectations, ideas and intentions. The whole experience, from us deciding to go with you as the tour company, to the set up, to the actual trip, was outstanding. The hotels you chose for the rest stops, the routes, the bikes, the challenges and the rewards were truly a trip to remember. I honestly did not hear while we were there, or since we got back, a negative comment about any aspect of the trip. What you can take as the ultimate compliment to your organization, is that on the last night before we ended, each rider separately came up to me and “jokingly” asked if we could just keep going. Most times, you’re ready to end the trip. This was not most times.

What really made the trip memorable and special to us was, without a doubt, Claus and Axel. You could not have put two better guides with our group... The “Boyz" as we called them, handled each and every person and situation with great skill and without getting anyone in a snit…Thanks for putting them with us... The best compliment I can give is that they both felt like friends at the end and we all miss them both.

As further proof that we had a great time, we hadn’t even left Germany and everyone was coming up and asking when we can do this again and where. The entire group is getting together next Saturday for dinner and to relive the trip. I’ll let them know we’ve started to talk about the next great adventure.

Rob's Adventures include:
Bohemian Rhapsody (Private version)

Our experience with Ayres Adventures was fantastic. They presented the trip honestly... ours was the “Bohemian Rhapsody” tour for advanced riders. The trip’s design ratcheted up daily such that our acclimation to the technicality of the roads and traffic patterns of Europe were manageable. When presented with “Passo Stelvio” we were prepared and rode the challenge with smiles on our faces! A most exhilarating riding experience and cultural journey! We will be back for another tour for sure! Our tour leaders were most professional, and fun to travel, ride and live with, for the 10 days. Super, super, super!

Peter's Adventures include:

Bohemian Rhapsody (Private version)

I expected Australia/Tasmania to be fun and it was. What I hadn't expected were the fantastic twisties in the mountains and the almost magical scenery - from beaches to valleys to mountains. A great experience.

Daniel's Adventures include:

Dutch Treat Adventure (now named Normandy and the North Sea)
Australia and Tasmania – Adventure Down Under

Don't leave home on two wheels without Ayres Adventures! First in class, first in safety and adventure!

Doree and Roddy's Adventures include:
Spanish Switchback Challenge
Norwegian Midnight Sun
Portugal and Spain Adventure

Ayres Adventures has taken us to seven continents through their exciting adventure programs combined with comfort and led by professional tour guides. What a wonderful experience.

Alex and Ida's Adventures include:
Heart of Africa
Epic Journey: Riga to Hong Kong
Munich to Istanbul
Ushuaia and Antarctica
Escape to Machu Picchu (Private)
Best of Alaska/ Canada (Private)
Discover Africa (Private)
Scotland Adventure (Private)

Ayres made our trip of a lifetime a true trip of a lifetime. Everything was first class all the way. Our guides were the best, we could not have asked for anything better. We went as a group, came back better friends that when we left. Thank you for meeting and exceeding all of our expectations. We will remember this trip forever.

Larry and Becky's Adventures include:
Bohemian Rhapsody (Private version)

Almost 2 weeks in motorcycle heaven!

Andrew's Adventures include:
Bohemian Rhapsody (Private version)

We had a fantastic time on Ayres ‘Bohemian Rhapsody ‘ tour of Europe and the Alps. The accommodations were very good and the guides were excellent. You will see roads and views you would never see if you were riding without the guides. The trip was as good or better then advertised. I highly recommend Ayers Adventures for a motorcycle trip outside your home country. They do all the planing and you get a worry free riding adventure.

Tom & Karin's Adventures include:
Bohemian Rhapsody (Private version)

The Ayres Adventure tour made me totally disconnect from daily life challenges and I returned refreshed and ready to go.

Thanks, guys!!

Kayvan's Adventures include:
Alps Switchback Challenge

I toured with Ayres Adventures on the Viking Run in August 2018. We went from the top of Norway through 8 countries, and ended up in Munich. We saw every kind of weather, hundreds of reindeer, awesome scenery, and had gourmet meals in the evenings. My favorite meal was the Polish sausage I had that happened to be served at a gas station restaurant. Our guides, Axel Papst and Janis Cimins, were great at organizing the day's events, and very entertaining with their stories in the evening. I am looking forward to another Ayres Adventure.

David's Adventures include:
Viking Run

Ayres Adventures provides an exceptionally well organized, professional and fun tour schedule. The really nice attribute of joining an organized tour like Ayres is that they do all the pre-work in finding interesting local hotels, restaurants, routing and skilled tour guides, so all you have to do is show up with your gear and just ride. They know the map and the territory and can take you to enchanting places you would never find on your own.

Jeffrey's Adventures include:
Dolomites Switchback Challenge

This was our first Ayres Adventure, and the Norwegian Midnight Sun tour was really a trip of a life time. The scenery is spectacular, and the routes chosen really show the country at its best. Claus & Axel are terrific at explaining where we were riding, what we'd see, and making sure we had a great time. The pace was just right, with nice breaks for lunch & coffee, and the hotels and dinners were uniformly excellent. We met wonderful people, and started thinking about our next Ayres Adventure, long before this one ended.

Denise and Einer's Adventures include:
Norwegian Midnight Sun

I took the Treasures of Eastern Europe tour in the summer of 2018. It was fantastic! This was one of the best memories of my annual motorcycle tours and I have done a lot of them. The tour was well organized, had good scenery and accommodations, and the food was great! The best part was when we arrived at the destination – the check-in was already done, suitcases were in our rooms and the keys to our rooms were put into our hands. I would definitely go again with Ayres Adventures motorcycle tours. Tour leaders Axel and Janis were knowledgeable and accommodating. Great job, guys, and thank you for a job well done.

Vali's Adventures include:
Treasures of Eastern Europe

This was my first Ayres tour and will definitely be billed as "the first of many to come"

The tour leaders are what/who will bring me back to take more tours!

Axel and Janis were professional, courteous, attentive, and funny as hell!

The routes were beautiful and the riding was superb!

Kristine's Adventures include:
Treasures of Eastern Europe

My wife Amanda and I celebrated our tenth wedding anniversary by participating in the Spanish Switchback Adventure in October 2017. Our tour leader, Axel, made us feel like family immediately and took incredible care of us during the tour, both on and off of the bike. Axel's impeccable riding skills coupled with his intimate knowledge of Andalucía resulted in an experience that Amanda and I will remember forever. Thank you Axel, and thank you Ayres!

Chris and Amanda's Adventures include:
Spanish Switchback Challenge

My wife and I have been on four tours through 13 countries with Ayres and are always eager for more. The riding, accommodations, food and tour guides are all top notch and get my highest recommendation for anyone interested in this type of motorcycle travel. I feel personally grateful to Ron Ayres for creating this unique and exciting set of opportunities and to the professional and committed tour guides and leadership that have continued the tradition of excellence he founded. Keep up the good work!

Rufus's Adventures include:
Bohemian Rhapsody
Norwegian Midnight Sun
Portugal and Spain
Canada Adventure Center Holiday

What an experience! Traveling through Germany, Austria and northern Italy while enjoying a variety of breathtaking landscapes was truly amazing. Our guide was fantastic, our group was composed of wonderful people and our overall expectations were exceeded. What my wife and I thought would be a once in a lifetime trip has opened our eyes to the joys of motorcycling in remarkable locations so much so that we are now planning on continuing the adventure in the future with Ayres Adventures as our guide. Thank you Axel!

Joe and Mary’s Adventures include:
Dolomites Switchback Challenge

My husband and I just returned from the "Iceland Adventure" tour which also happened to be our honeymoon. He and I have extensively used tour companies in the past for trekking, mountain biking, road cycling, and kayaking trips, so we have a lot of experience with guided trips. That said, this was our first organized motorcycling trip and we had a lot of expectations. I can say without hesitation that this trip ranks up there with one of the best ever. It truly was the trip of a lifetime. And Ayres Adventures is a class act. I contacted John Jesson earlier this year to inquire about trips and after many discussions he convinced me that Iceland would indeed be an adventure. He was right - I cannot begin to say how much fun we had and how beautiful the country is. The routes were wonderful, the accommodations and restaurants first-rate, and the guides were a fantastic addition to our tour. Claus and Janis are thorough, knowledgeable, and a lot of fun. They had a great knack for figuring out what the group was interested in, then ensuring our routes and sightseeing matched those interests. Their enthusiasm was so contagious that we were excited to go on a new ride every day. We cannot wait to book another tour with this company - the problem will be deciding which one to pick.

Talk about a honeymoon!

Jan and Alden's Adventures include:
Iceland Adventure

The equipment, organization, route planning, and accommodations were of the highest caliber.

As a retired infantryman, I am well aware that, after the first shot is fired, the finest plans often require change and adaptation on the fly; and Axel (Prussicher Reiter Leiter) & Jason (Kommando-ry Leier), fine leaders; successfully rose to each challenge.

To keep us safe they, among other things, inspected each motorcycle every morning, for leaks, damage, loose connections, and such. I also observed that they checked the riders and their gear. On the hot days, they observed us for signs of dehydration. Again, fine leadership.

Most coffee and lunch stops took place in interesting locales, and many provided exciting vistas. Axel and Jason were always happy to answer questions and offer interesting bits of history and folklore. I asked a lot of questions!

My personal goal for the trip was to experience country, culture, and cuisine. I had fun trying bits of German, Italian, and even one word of Czech. I didn't have the courage to try Slovenian. The geography was beautiful and the mountains were breath-taking. The cuisine was excellent, as my increased waistline can attest.

I will not hesitate to recommend Ayres Adventures to anyone interested in premium motorcycle touring!

Again, thank you!

Michael’s Adventures include:
Triple S Bohemian Rhapsody

I guess after six trips with the gang from Ayres, I should write something about why I keep coming back for yet another tour. If I have to pick one word, it's "professionalism". Although they make each day look easy in terms of getting from point A to point B, on reflection it becomes so apparent that each route is well thought out and chosen for specific reasons, whether it be the scenery, road conditions, or degree of difficulty. It all seems to work so seamlessly which allows the rider to focus on the ride and his or her surroundings. Whether it's Claus or John or Axel, you know that one of them has your back, especially when you tackle a road that a month ago was paved but is now a mess and foot deep in mud or the road is closed and the detour a real challenge. And finally, at the end of the day, they're a hell of a lot of fun to have a drink with! In the final analysis, it makes for pretty much a perfect vacation.

Geoffrey's Adventures include:
Under the Tuscan Sun
Machu Picchu Excursion
Ushuaia and Antarctica
Norwegian Midnight Sun
Munich to Istanbul
The Epic Journey Riga to Hong Kong
Iceland Adventure
North Pole Adventure

Geoffrey has written several articles/blogs about his experiences on our tours:
BMW Owners News - Antarctica
BMW Owners News - Iceland
Blog – Under the Tuscan Sun

Many quality issues set Ayres trips apart from the competition. But the competence, experience and personalities of its tour leaders sets the foundation for Ayres success. Our experience in this area has been A plus.

Roddy and Doree's Adventures include:
Spanish Switchback Challenge
Norwegian Midnight Sun
Portugal and Spain Adventure

Ayres Adventure Switchback Challenge was amazing. If you are the type of rider who measures the chicken strip before and after your ride (like my husband does) then this tour is for you. We spent most of the time leaning than we did riding up right. This was especially challenging for me because I was riding two up and in charge of the filming while trying to hold on. Axel was not only entertaining but a wealth of knowledge when it came to the bikes, riding and safety. He made sure to include me in the decision making process even though I was the only female and pillion. He went above and beyond to make me feel like a real life princess on my birthday. The little touches did not go unnoticed. Thank you Axel and thank you Ayres for the trip of a life time.

Erika's Adventures include:
Alps Switchback Challenge

Erica created a video about our 2016 Switchback Challenge Adventure. Click here to watch the video.

My bucket list motorcycle tour to the European Alps with Ayres Adventures was indeed the trip of a lifetime. Great riding, great food, great hotel and great fun.

Cecil's Adventures include:
Alps Switchback Challenge
Africa Panorama Tour

Thank you again for another wonderful tour! We always wanted to go to the North Cape, with all the planning you did for us, you made this trip a great experience. You found nice twisties with spectacular views, stunning landscapes and outrageous bridges from one island to another, which made our hearts beat faster.

Our tour leaders had a lot of inside information on special routes, which were not crowded at all. GREAT RIDING!

Birgit and Manfred's Adventures include:
Norwegian Midnight Sun Adventure
Japan Cherry Blossom
Call of the Wild
Machu Picchu Excursion

Indian Summer in the Alps tour highly recommended. Be prepared for a wide range of temperatures and paved road switch back riding. Bike selection, tour guides, accommodations, and evening group meals and comradery are top rate. Thank You for offering and providing a bucket-list experience.

Curtis' Adventures include:
Indian Summer in the Alps

Bob and Sean's Adventures include:
Alps Switchback Challenge

My wife booked this tour for my son and I for my son's high school graduation present. My wife is our family's chief financial officer,and she wanted me to tell you that she believed it was a very good experience for the cost. That is huge coming from her! I have her permission to do more tours with your company!
Axel and Claus were very good to be with for the week. No complaints whatsoever. They could not have been more gracious. Thank you so much for everything your personnel did to accommodate us. There were no problems that we encountered, from signing up to checking out. It was a great experience.

Mark and Tristen's Adventures include:
Alps Switchback Challenge

This might be the best riding anywhere. Challenging riding with amazing landscapes. The hotels and meals were uniquely Bavarian and top quality.

Brian's Adventures include:
Indian Summer in the Alps

If you haven't toured Alsace Loraine, Normandy, WW I battlefields and then the North Sea coast, you haven't toured Europe. From Omaha Beach to the ancient cities along the North Coast up to Denmark, this is a tour that is special. Most of the riding is on back country lanes through spectacular country scenery or on the dykes of Holland or in picturesque villages. I've traveled many countries of the world via motorcycle but this tour is special.

Daniel's Adventures include:

Dutch Treat Adventure (now named Normandy and the North Sea)
Australia and Tasmania – Adventure Down Under

First class all the way! Awesome roads and amazing lodging. Staff brings the group together and makes everyone feel welcome and at ease. Gives us plenty of time on the bikes and off the bikes to enjoy our new friends. Does a great job dealing with the unexpected and last minute changes which are bound to happen with any event. Why go with any other group - once you travel with Ayres Adventures there is no going back - they are top notch. This is my 4th trip and saving my money for the next one.

John and Heidi's Adventures include:
New Zealand Top Down Adventure
Ushuaia and Antarctica
Africa Call of the Wild
Iron Butt Viking Run

Our tour leader, Axel, was excellent. Not only did he check out the bikes each day and get us on the perfect roads but also he was the perfect leader and had an ability to gently convince 7 head strong, high energy clients to do the right thing all the time. A great time was had by all.

Cliff's Adventures include:
Viking Run

Just wanted to thank you all for a wonderful vacation !!!!

My wife Lynne and I have traveled all over the states on our Goldwing. Our vacation with you ranks as the best yet !!!

Claus and Axle are AWESOME !!! Both super fun to be with. The switchbacks were awesome!!! The bikes super fun to ride. The scenery was terrific.

Claus and Axle make a terrific team to ride with. They each having different riding styles and personalities which was awesome.

We certainly will be doing this again !!

Thanks much.

Jeff and Lynne's Adventures include:
Switchback Challenge

Jim’s comments after the Viking Run:

Ron - The trip rating - an A+.I repeat - an A+.

I don't even know what I paid for this thing......I know it was a chunk of change, and I know it was accurate billing from you folks, and I know I could go back and tally up what it all cost.....adding in your fees, the ATM withdrawals, AmEx/Visa charges, etc.....but truth is - whatEVER it cost me, it was totally worth it. And - even with the cost of the new BMW I'm gonna HAVE to buy now that I'm back home (the local BMW sales rep should pay you a commission!)....the value I got, the money spent vs. the experiences/memories - definitely worth it!

Jim’s comments after the Spanish Switchback Challenge:

My first tour was Viking Run - an absolutely incredible motorcycle trip with great folks, through amazing parts of Europe, and via Ayres' top-rate guides, support, facilities & organization. The value for my $$$ earned an A+ grade...almost impossible to explain the beauty, excitement and camaraderie...I'm still talking about it! Absolutely, positively WORTH the time & money to experience. I liked that trip so much, I booked another....the Spanish Switchback Challenge. Again, Ayres hit a home run with the trip location, guide, accommodations, and the VALUE of the trip. Mastering the twists & turns along the coast of Spain is something every rider should experience. Now on the books for me is one of Ayres' newest trips - Ireland - and the anticipation of another awesome experience. Adding Ayres' trips has been such an excellent addition to my local & US motorcycling - anyone giving thought to taking a trip with Ayres should do so, immediately...sign up, climb on, and enjoy the ride!

Congratulations, John, on sustaining the Ayres biz, employing top-rate guides, keeping the process fun & easy (thanks Shirley), and delivering great value for the $$$.

Jim's Adventures include:
Viking Run
Spanish Switchback Challenge
Treasures of Eastern Europe

Ron,

We would like to express our sincere thanks and appreciation for allowing us to be part of the tour, and also the opportunity to experience a wonderful bike trip. I proudly wear my Stelvio Pass T-shirt.

The choice of hotels and restaurants were great, exceeding our expectations many times. Mauricio's  and John's ability to make everyone comfortable and part of the team is amazing. Most importantly, we made good friends and we are proud to be associated with your company.

Thanks again for making our 10th wedding anniversary vacation a memorable one.

Ahmad and Shariza's Adventures include:
Swiss Alps

I have just reviewed my pictures from this last week with you and the gang in Switzerland and Italy. Truly a remarkable experience to say the least.

This Alpine Adventure exceeded my best expectations in every regard. Congratulations on assembling a great team. We were certainly beneficiaries of their professionalism this week.

Kevin's Adventures include:
Alpine Escape
Treasures of Eastern Europe

I just wanted to thank you all for the fantastic vacation we just had. The hotels were excellent, the spas were luxurious, the food was wonderful and the scenery was spectacular.

This was our first group ride, but it won't be our last. It was indeed an adventure, and the thrill of a lifetime for both of us.

Thank you all so much!

Todd and Sandy's Adventures include:
Swiss Alps

Our trip was beyond wonderful in every way. It certainly far exceeded our expectations. Now we are looking forward to your Southern Cross trip next year.

An Ayres Adventures "first" - Three Generations on the same tour....

The Longley and Pierce Family enjoyed our Royal Riviera Adventure

Heidi and I thoroughly enjoyed ourselves on the recent Escape to Antarctica/Ushuaia tour. This was our first tour of this sort and any expectations we had were met and far exceeded. Your tour staff was excellent and helpful, as well as our traveling companions.

The cruise to Antarctica will be an unforgettable time in our lives. The ship and crew were all first class. The sights and wildlife in Antarctica are indescribable, and need to be experienced first hand to grasp the magnitude of the seventh continent. Walking amongst the penguins and the seals was a kick. This is an experience enjoyed by few, due to the limited numbers allowed to this truly wild place.

We thank you for the opportunity of a lifetime to have joined you on this tour, and hopefully we can join another Ayres Adventures tour in the future.

Bob and Heidi's Adventures include:
Ushuaia and Antarctica
Viking Run

What a ride! The IBA (Iron Butt Association) Ushuaia trip attracted me because of the opportunity to ride with like minded individuals who like doing the miles, and I was not disappointed. Challenging conditions like the Patagonian winds and the gravel roads of Chile were taken in stride by this bunch, and we all looked forward to great accommodations and good company at the end of every day.

My personal highlights were chasing Mike Kneebone and Nuno Leotte on the twisty pavement to the Perito Moreno glacier and the 1100 km day riding from Ushuaia to Torres del Paine through some of the finest scenery in the world.

I'll be back for more.

Rick's Adventures include:
IBA (Iron Butt Association) Ushuaia Tour
African Call of the Wild
African Southern Cross
Portugal, Spain and Morocco
Machu Picchu Excursion

Every moment associated with the tour was enjoyable, from planning and preparation to my return home and sharing photos and stories with friends and family. I was very happy when I received the materials a month before the start of the tour; they really created a great impression.

I expected pretty vistas, but there is no way to prepare you for post card views around every corner. I can’t imagine how the tour route or hotels could have been improved.

I look forward to my next Ayres Adventure."

Bill enjoyed the Portugal, Spain and Morocco Adventure

Our debut tour with Ayres Adventures was an exceptional motorcycling experience!
Riding through pata negra country in Spring was simply sublime. We cannot commend highly enough the good humour and professionalism of Claus and Axel – tour leaders par excellence who regularly and happily delivered beyond our expectations! And we were delighted with the quality of our fellow tourers – always great company! Our thanks go to Ron, Shirley and team for making it happen.

We’ll be back!

Wilf and Yeen's Adventures include:
Portugal and Spain

The Ayres Adventures tour to Norway last June was the trip of a lifetime! The tour was well organized and very professional. The tour guides did an awesome job from start to finish. The actual route and our accommodations were stellar. It was too bad that it all ended...I'm sure I could have gone a few more months!
So I'm already planning my next Ayres tour!

Chris's Adventures include:
Legendary Norway
Machu Picchu Excursion

The camaraderie of our tour group, good natured people, well cared for roads, twistie turns and gorgeous scenery enhanced by beautiful silver ferns, crystal blue lakes, and of course lots of sheep!

These all describe the memories I will cherish when I think about New Zealand. My husband loves motorcycle touring and now I must admit I have grown to love it too! ...Susan"

Bob and Sue's Adventures include:
New Zealand Top Down Adventure
Call of the Wild
Escape to Antarctica (and Ushuaia)
Machu Picchu Excursion
Norwegian Midnight Sun

The planning and organization that went into the African Southern Cross made this trip very special for me. I recommend this excursion to anyone who would like a very special holiday on a motorcycle. Now I'm dreaming of an Ayres Adventure in South America!.

Andre's Adventures include:
Escape to Ushuaia
Southern Cross
Viking Run

I’ve ridden eight Ayres Adventures tours, three of them IBA (Iron Butt Association) specific rides and haven’t been disappointed. All have been first class, unique, and full of very pleasant surprises. Ron and his staff have always been courteous, helpful, and patient. In fact, he has found some special tour leaders and guides. By the end of the tour, they become friends that we look forward to seeing again.

Each tour had it’s own highlights. The IBA tours fit our style of riding since we are interested in seeing as much as we can and not spending a lot of time at the destination hotels. If you ride one, be prepared to cover some distance in all kinds of road and weather conditions.

Ushuaia had been one of those must see places for us and the South America IBA ride was the perfect way to do it, we ended up with more than we expected. The scenery was spectacular, the food was excellent, and this group of riders made it a ride to remember.

We enjoyed this one so much, we’re already signed up for the Alps IBA ride this September and the Portugal, Spain, and Morocco tour next year.

Tom and Mona's Adventures include:
IBA Ushuaia Tour
IBA Africa Tour
IBA Extreme Alps Tour
Machu Picchu Excursion (Empire of the Incas)
Spain and Morocco
New Zealand Top Down Adventure
Namibian Splendors (Africa)
Russia - Beyond the Golden Ring
Munich to Istanbul
Japan Cherry Blossoms and Mt. Fuji
The Epic Journey - Moscow to Hong Kong

“We have taken more than 20 motorcycle tours; sixteen of the last seventeen were with Ayres Adventures.

The sixteen tours that we have taken with Ayres Adventures were the best trips we have ever been on.”

Denny and Alice's Adventures include:
Call of the Wild
Best of Brazil
Southern Cross
Diamonds, Desert and Dunes (Africa)
South American Five Flags
South American Four Flags
Mediterranean Odyssey
Escape to Ushuaia
Swiss Alps and Italian Dolomites
Swiss, French and Italian Alps
Adventure Center Holiday (USA)
Escape to Colorado (USA)
Rocky Mountain Holiday (USA)
National Parks Tour (USA)
Prudhoe Bay Excursion
Best of Alaska and Canada
Portugal, Spain and Morocco

"The Antarctica trip was our fifth tour (or 6th if you count Hyder) with Ayres Adventures and once again we came away thrilled with the experience.

The Antarctica portion was a life changing event, much the same as our three trips in Africa with Ayres forever changed our view of the world. Having now toured on all 7 continents, we can say that while the trip to Antarctica is costly and can be difficult at times, it is worth every cent if you enjoy adventure travel to new places. It will change your perspective of our planet and all it entails in a way that is impossible to explain unless you have made the voyage!

Mike and Cara's Adventures include:
Escape to Antarctica (and Ushuaia)
Call of the Wild (Africa)
Southern Cross (Africa)
Namibian Splendors (Africa)
Into Africa
New Zealand Top Down Tour
Greece and Italy - Golden Odyssey
Machu Picchu Excursion
Portugal and Spain Adventure
Portugal, Spain and Morocco Adventure

"When the memories of a trip stay with me every night while trying to sleep, I know that I have experienced something very memorable. I had such a good time that I signed up for your next 'Rendezvous in Rio' Adventure".

Consider your company whole-heartedly endorsed!

John's Adventures include:
Taste of Chile (and Dash of Argentina)
South American Splendors
Rendezvous in Rio
New Zealand Grand Tour
Escape to Antarctica (and Ushuaia)
Africa Off-Road
Southern Cross (Africa)
Portugal, Spain and Morocco

Biker's delight. These are the words that come to my mind when I think of my Ayres Adventures tours. Great rides, sensational places, good food and great fun. A big "Thank you!" to the whole Ayres team for creating such an experience, you're doing an awesome job. I am looking forward to riding with you again.

Michael's Adventures include:
Machu Picchu Excursion
Southern Cross
Namibian Splendors
Spain and Morocco
Norwegian Midnight Sun
New Zealand Top Down Adventure

The "Best of Alaska and Canada Adventure" was one of the most beautiful tours that we have ever done. The photos can't express exactly what I carry in my memory.

Thank you very much for everything. See you on the Africa tour, or perhaps on another USA tour.

Edison and Denise's Adventures include:
Escape to Ushuaia
BMW Motorrad Days (The Alps)
Best of Alaska and Canada
Call of the Wild Adventure (Africa)

Thanks to everyone involved at Ayres Adventures. Shirley was great and both Malcolm and John did a great job. I'm looking forward to Portugal and Spain next Spring.

Mike's Adventures include:
Call of the Wild (Africa)
Spain and Morocco
Machu Picchu Excursion

The Namibian Splendors trip was fabulous. Jan and I both had a wonderful time. We can't say enough about our guides, the hotels, the food, the route, the off-bike/excursion days, or the quality of the overall experience. The hotels and food were exceptional, and were a real treat all by themselves. Namibia was unlike anything we have ever experienced - hauntingly beautiful, beyond anything we had imagined.

The best testament we can make is that we were only home 3 days before we signed up for another Ayres trip!

Alan and Jan's Adventures include:
Southern Cross
Namibian Splendors
Machu Picchu Excursion
Portugal, Spain and Morocco

It’s been less than two weeks since we completed the African trilogy and I’ve wondered how I’d ever find the words to describe our feelings about this extraordinary adventure. When the October 2008 Waypoints Bulletin arrived, it gave me the perfect start. As one who had to “overcome initial apprehension about travel to the ‘Dark Continent’,” I can honestly say that none of my fears materialized. Nick and I fell in love with Africa. From day one and throughout nearly seven weeks of travel, Africa grabbed us with the warmth of the people, the cultural diversity, the mind-blowing wildlife, and the spectacular scenery. Ayres Adventures delivered in its usual superb fashion on each and every day of the three distinctly unique tours.

The “Southern Cross” could be described as “Africa 101”, offering a taste of everything—from the busy, upscale Capetown waterfront to the luxury of L’Agulhas Country Lodge, from the cultural experiences in Eshowe and Shakaland to the overall African immersion at Otter’s Den. Leaving Johannesburg at the start of the second tour, we mistakenly thought ourselves steeped in a sense of place. Then came Shibula Lodge and we realized that a very different African adventure was just beginning. The “Call of the Wild” is truly all about the wildlife—watching the elephants crossing the river in Chobe can only be termed a life-altering event. As for Namibia, we’ll never forget the sands—towering over us on the dunes and shifting under our tires as we crossed the Kalahari! But the challenge was thrilling and the landscapes incomparable.

We’ll always be grateful to the Ayres “family” with whom we shared this amazing experience. So while "doing 'Africa Ayres Adventures Style'" may be addictive, I think it’s more accurate to say that we’ve simply become addicted to Ayres Adventures. We can’t wait for the next one!

Nick and Susan's Adventures include:
New Zealand Grand Tour
Southern Cross - TWICE!
Call of the Wild - TWICE!
Namibian Splendors
Escape to Ushuaia
South American Splendors
Best of the Mediterranean

Susan wrote an article about her African trips which was published in BMW Owners News. Click here to read her article.

Recently my wife Chris and I took an Ayres Adventure trip through South Africa (from Cape Town to Johannesburg). We have nothing but good things to say about the Ayres people, having done several "adventures" with them, in various parts of the world. They are first class, and go the extra mile to take good care of their customers. The Africa trip was exceptional in every respect. Ayres has a knack for picking exotic places to visit and stay. Kruger is breathtaking and Swaziland is really cool. We totally recommend anyone that wants to do an overseas adventure to strongly consider this opportunity.

Rob and Chris's Adventures include:
Machu Picchu Excursion (Twice for Chris!)
Best of Alaska and Canada
Southern Cross
Viking Run
Spain and Morocco
Dutch Treat (now named Normandy and the North Sea)