1. Can you recommend overnight B&B near the ferry port? Yes, we would more than glad to help you, whilst we don't book or take a money from you for this we can recommend a B&B for you close to the ferry port.
2. Can toursareus help with travel by flying - train - ferry? Yes, (Please note we do not supply any travel from or in to the UK re: flights - train - ferry etc)
3. I'd like to do a tour but I'm on my own. Is this OK? No problem. Because you're a biker you're immediately everyone's best mate, so come and join a tour. If you are OK to share a ferry cabin/room we'll match you up with other single travelers. If you do want to have your own accommodation we have added that option into our tours offerings as a extra supplement.
4. Do you ride in convoy? Every tour is different - on shorter tours people do tend to stick together and we try to restrict our speed to a pace that everyone is comfortable with, consistent with making satisfactory progress. On longer tours with fewer changes in direction the group usually breaks down to fours and fives travelling together at a similar pace.
5. Do I need a touring bike fitted with panniers? No you don't need a touring style bike, most bikes can be easily adapted with a tank bag, throw over panniers bags and a tail pack. You will also have chance to unload your luggage at the tour destination for few days.
6. Is there a luggage van? No, currently all our tours based on the participates of each tour group carrying their own luggage on their motorcycle for the duration of each tour, with the exception of when we arrive at the final destination tour base accommodation.
7. I would like to take a particular tour but it's the wrong time of year for me – what can I do? Although we have a defined and varied selection of tour offerings, we at ToursAreUs do understand the diverse requirements of other possible clients. Normally our guided tours consist of between 6-15 riders but if you have sufficient numbers, we would be more than glad to put together a custom guided tour for you. Please give us as much notice as possible and we'll try our best to accommodate you.
8. How experienced are the other riders on the tour? The riders on the tour are diversified. Some have been riding for years, others only a year. You will be able to ride at your own pace. Your comfort is important to us, and many riders have been able to learn advanced riding skills by following closely behind the experienced tour guides and around the world rider Graham Saunders.
9. What type of bikes can I use ? This can be anything although we recommend nothing less than 600cc or a 400cc pocket rocket (eg ZXR400, CBR400). Most of the bikes tend to be large capacity mile munchers (Blackbirds, Pans, BMWs, FJR 1300s with quite a few sports bikes like the Yamaha R1 / R6, GSXR 600/750/1000 and Honda's fireblade for solo riders in there too!)
10. How fast do you go? Fast as you think is safe - really dependant upon the nature of the tour and the road conditions. In reality very few people want to travel at three figure speeds "if you do dont come on our tours" for any length of time so the pace is usually 70/85mph consistent with road conditions. We always encourage all participants to observe posted speed limits in towns and villages.
11. How far will we ride each day? The most we would travel depending on the tour planned routes is 350 miles in any one day, with stops every 100 miles for comfort stops, fuel, and light snacks.
12. What is the average age of your customers?
    For our Sport Tours 18 and up, other tours 35 and up. Average age is probably nearer 45 but everyone is welcome!
13. Is my bike safe? One of our criteria when selecting accommodation is bike security. We are conscious that your bike is almost as precious as the wife (well in most cases anyway). We therefore use hotels with a secure area for parking where possible. We never use city centre accommodation unless they have a garage as the risk of getting your bike nicked is greatly increased. We recommend that you do take precautions by bringing items such as disc locks, or security chains.
    Is a helmet mandatory
14. What is the standard of accommodation? All accommodation used on our tours are of a high standard being and have been personally checked by Toursareus. While comfort, cleanliness, friendliness and bike security are high on our list of criteria, we also try to use accommodation that boasts nearby amenities such as restaurants, banks, shops etc. All Hotel accommodation will include en-suite facilities and many have English-speaking staff.
15. Are other meals included? NO sorry only breakfast, We try to leave space in the itinerary for you to eat out if we are staying in a nice place with good restaurants nearby. Makes a nice change from group meals every night and you can decide the type of eating experience you want. We recognise that not everybody wants a three course meal every night.
    Will I have a problem with the language? Most people we've met appreciate it if you try a few words even if their English is perfect. So, don't be shy, give it a go. To help you on your way, it is useful to speak English - Spanish - French - Italian or German but dont worry we english can get by and most people in europe speak english anyway.
16. Once I've paid for my holiday, what provision has been made for my financial protection? In providing customer protection, and in accordance with The Package Travel, Package Holidays and Package Tours Regulations 1992, all payments made to Toursareus.co.uk Ltd are held in trust and cannot be released to us until tour members have returned from their holiday or event. This provides for your complete financial protection as your money is always there for you to take the holiday/event or be fully refunded if we are unable to proceed.
17. What documentation do I need? You will need to take your UK European Driving Licence, V5 Logbook, Personal Travel/Medical and vehicle insurance documentation, Form E111 (obtainable from the Post Office) duly stamped and signed, European Breakdown Recovery, a valid Passport for the ferry crossing check-ins and at the europeon / UK custom check points.
18. What should I pack? As part of each tour information pack we'll send you our suggested list of must take items and some suggested additions. From experience, most people take too much. Our guides travel for 5 - 10 days with only a tail pack - tank bag or top box and still manage to retain a level of personal hygiene! Remember, we've booked you into quality hotels all having good facilities.
19. Do I need to bring tools etc.? Most bikers will tell you that it is prudent to take a basic tool kit and some basic consumable spares like bulbs, fuses and spare bike ignition/security lock keys. ! REMEMBER WE DONT SUPPLY ANY TOOLS FOR YOU !
20. Are there advance planning for the Tours? When you sign-up for an Toursareus you'll receive a Tour Pack before departure listing all the routes, overnight accommodation details and a map with the routes highlighted. Every evening before dinner we get together to discuss the next day's route, reviewing the roads and places of special interest on route.
21. Do I need to bring traveler's checks? No europe has ATM cash point machines just about every where which will accept your UK ATM bank cards or card cards. Most are linked to international money networks CIRRUS and MAESTRO check your bank card but you we suggest you take a small ammount of money for the country you are going to I.E. Euro's
22. What extra cash will I need? You'll need cash for lunches, snacks, fuel, and special excursion to places of interest. Extra purchases might include souvenirs and regional specialties.
23. What happens if I break down? This is always in the back of any riders mind, although all tour members are required to have there own European breakdown/recovery cover. As riding in group you won't be on your own, and the travel harded experienced tour guides have managed many crisis situations, be rest assured none gets left behind.

If you have any other questions that you need answerd please call us on 0800 634 6528