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Alpine Adventure EAST
Croatia's lovely Adriatic coastline, a taste of Slovenia,  Switzerland, and Austria offer contrasts to 4 days of riding in the Italian Dolomites.


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Enjoy Germany's Black Forest, the Alsace of France and the highest Alpine passes!


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The Alpine Adventure - EAST

 

 
The Alps and Dolomites on a BMW Motorcycle with Beach's Motorcycle Adventures, Ltd.
The Peaks of Switzerland to
the Shores of the Adriatic

Like all Alpine motorcycle Adventures, the eastern itinerary begins and ends in Munich. To start the late May adventure, we enjoy a free day in Munich, Bavaria's capital city. A free day in Munich allows you time to inspect this lovely city, or to head into the countryside and get to know your bike.
 
From there, it’s a pleasant transition, with exciting riding, to scenic Austria.

Now, for something radically different - the Julian Alps of Slovenia, where the mountains leap from the valleys to form a formidable natural border, punctured by the Vrsic Saddle at 5,285 feet, the watershed between the Black Sea and the Adriatic.

The divide in language, in architecture, and in history is sharper between Slovenia and Italy or Austria than any other countries on the itinerary.

Villages along the route retain their appearance of third-world, pre-war countries. Slovenia is a tidy, appealing land. Castles, museums, and churches retain a late Gothic quality as if time is standing still.

Turning south from Zgornje Jezersko, Slovenia, you’ll be stunned by the beauty of Croatia's azure Adriatic coastline. Long a favorite for Europeans, this area is relatively unknown to North American riders. Croatia offers an interesting mix of mountain riding and coastal views.

Opatija sits on a thin strip of land where a promenade affords you views of the sea on one side and the foothills of Mount Ucka on the other. Three days in Croatia provide a great contrast to the Italian Dolomites, where towering peaks dominate the skyline.

This six-country tour offers more contrasts than any other alpine tour, from the urban sophistication of Munich to the quaintness of the Croatian villages.


Classic Alpine Adventure

Alpine Adventure West

 
 
 
 
Beautiful scenery, challenging roads! The Alps truly are the ride of a lifetime!

If these photos capture your imagination, look at the Alpine images from 2000 -- 2001 -- 2002 -- 2003, or 2004.

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The Itinerary:
Alpine Adventure EAST

Munich, Germany
Munich – Free day
Salzburg, Austria
Zgornje Jezersko, Slovenia
Opatija, Croatia
Opatija - Free day
Karlovac, Croatia
Villach, Austria
Arabba, Italy
Arabba - Free day
Riva del Garda, Italy
Zuoz, Switzerland
Imst, Austria
Munich, Germany

In August, 2008 we will be off playing a bit in Hungry, the Czech Republic and Croatia to finalize extensive changes for the 2009 version of the Alpine Adventure East. Stay tuned....

Alpine Adventure East Route

Minimum mileage - approx. 1400 over 13 days riding
Maximum Mileage – your choice!


The Cost:

NOT RUN IN 2008
 


2009 Date:


May 24–June 7
 

The Alpine Adventure East will not run in 2008 as we have something else up our sleeve for those dates.


Tour prices include unlimited use of a BMW F650GS or F800ST, the R1200GS or the R1200R.

Other BMW models will be available with the following upgrade charges:

R1200ST, K1200R: $490

R1200RT, K1200GT, R1200S, K1200S:                    $790

Other manufacturer's machines may be available, If you have a desire to ride something special, contact us!

All of Beach's European
tours feature:


14 nights hotel accommodation
 

13 days use of a BMW R1150R, R1200GS or F650 or F800 series motorcycle
 

Freedom to ride on your own routes, at your own pace!
   

All breakfasts
Most dinners

   

Luggage Van

   
2 guides, 1 on bike, 1 in luggage van  (if you are interested in riding with a guide!)