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What the
Price Includes
Fantastic
Routes
All our routes are along quiet country lanes &
tracks. Routes are designed to take you to the
most interesting attractions, picturesque villages
& outstanding scenery the Peak District has
to offer.
Our detailed maps and route notes ensure easy
navigation & take you to the best cafes &
pubs. Opening times, telephone numbers & general
details are provided for all the places you will
pass, allowing you to plan lunch stops, rest stops
etc.
Our routes have been designed to keep away from
the main roads, avoid killer hills & to take
in the nicest & most unspoilt parts of the
Peak District.
Accommodation
Most places you will stay are small family run
B&B's, country pubs & guesthouses. If
you would like a single room please book early
as single rooms are often limited.
Local knowledge is invaluable when choosing good
accommodation & all the places you will stay
have been carefully selected on grounds of location,
character, friendliness of the staff and cleanliness.
All prices are per person based on 2 people sharing either
a twin or double room. If you would like to book
a single supplement please state this on the booking
form & we will contact you to discuss prices
& availability.
Bikes & Equipment
Our bikes are either Dawes Discovery hybrid/trail
bikes or Dawes XC 1.4 or 1.6 24 gear mountain
bikes if you prefer.
All bikes come fully serviced, clean & in
excellent condition. We have a choice of sizes
to ensure you get a bike which is right for you.
All bikes come fitted with handlebar bags which
allow you to carry camera, wallet, snacks etc.
All bikes also come fitted with water bottle holders,
cycle computer, bell, map holders, rear pannier
& also puncture repair kit, pump, multi tool,
locks & helmets are provided.
Local Information
Your are provided with historical information
about all the towns & villages you will pass
through, interesting facts about the area and
all relevant information about the attractions
& amenities nearby.
Emergency Backup
number
In the unlikely event that you have any problems
you have that piece of mind to know that we are
always only a phone call away. It doesn’t
happen very often but it’s reassuring to
know that we will come to rescue you if required.
General
Information
Fitness
A reasonable level of fitness is required on all
tours. You don’t need to be super fit but
there are a few hills on all tours – this
is the Peak District! Obviously the ability to
ride a bike is essential.
Tour Guide
Easy : 10 - 20 miles of almost flat cycling but
a few small hills.
Moderate : 15 - 25 miles of undulating tracks
& country lanes with 2-3 longer hills.
Hard : 20 - 40 miles with a number of difficult
hills.
Start Location
& Dates
All tours depart on any day of the week subject
to accommodation availability.
Most tours are designed so that you start from
a Location with good rail links and travel by
public transport is recommended.
Preparation
The weather in the Peak District can be very Changeable
so it is always advisable to come prepared. Check
the weather forecast before departing on any ride
& always take suitable clothing & equipment
as necessary.
Bikes
All bikes are serviced after every ride, however
problems do occasionally occur. In the event that
you are unable to fix your bike you can always
call our emergency back up line & we will
come to meet you & either fix your bike or
bring a new one for you.
You are provided with spare inner tubes, pumps
& puncture repair kits. Although it doesn't
happen often punctures can happen at any time
so it is important that you know how to fix one
(or find someone who can). Everything you need
& detailed instructions are provided so you
can fix punctures for yourself.
Peak Tours does not accept liability for any
accidents which may occur whilst you are out on
your ride. Please exercise due care & attention
at all times to avoid any accident or injury to
yourselves or anyone else.
Booking
Conditions
Booking
To book a tour please send a completed booking
form & Peak Tours will confirm your booking
by email, and send you an invoice for (a) deposit
of £50 per person on all holidays or (b)
The full holiday cost. If only the deposit is
paid at time of booking then full payment of the
holiday is required no less than 6 weeks before
the start of your holiday. No further reminder
is sent. If you book your holiday within 6 weeks
of the holiday start date, the full holiday cost
is required at time of booking.
Consumer Protection
In order to comply with EU Travel Regulations
1992 your deposit & final payment will be
held in a trust fund until your holiday is completed.
This is to ensure the financial security of your
holiday.
Cancellation by
You
If you cancel your holiday the person who signed
the booking form must notify us in writing and
will be subject to the following cancellation
charges from the date of receipt of your letter.
Notice of Cancellation
Charge (% of Full Price)
More than 42 days before start date Deposit (£50
each)
29 – 42 days 35%
15 – 28 days 50%
Less than 14 days before start date 100%
Cancellation by
Peak Tours
In the unlikely event that we have to cancel a
holiday you will be entitled to a full refund.
Insurance
We strongly recommend that you take out adequate
holiday insurance including medical cover, personal
accident, loss of belongings & cancellation
cover. We cannot be held responsible for your
own illness, injury or loss/damage of your belongings
while on holiday.
Price
All prices are in Stirling (GBP) and are valid
for 2010. Price includes everything as listed
on the website and is based on 2 people sharing.
Group Tours
We reserve the right to cancel a holiday or offer
an alternative date if there are not enough people
on the tour. In the unlikely event this should
happen we will notify you no later than 4 weeks
before your departure date.
Bikes & Equipment
With the interests of safety we reserve the right
to refuse bike hire to those who we do not consider
to be competent cyclists. You are responsible
for the care & safe keeping of any equipment
you use which belongs to Peak Tours. You will
ensure that bikes are securely locked to an immovable
object when left unattended. In the event that
the bike and/or any accessories are lost or stolen
you shall indemnify us for the cost of replacing
those items.
Accommodation
We will always do our best to ensure that your
accommodation is within accordance to our advertising
& your booking requirements. In some locations
accommodation is limited & it may be necessary
to change some of the details from those advertised
or requested. We will notify you of any such alterations
as soon as we can, offering alternative arrangements
of at least equivalent standard.
Customer Satisfaction
We aim to ensure you have an enjoyable holiday
& welcome feedback (positive or negative)
on all aspects of our holidays so that we can
continue to improve them. If you have any problems
or are unhappy in anyway with any aspect of the
holiday please call us at the earliest opportunity
so that action can be taken to remedy the problem.
Any complaint made to Peak Tours after your holiday
should be made in writing within 28 days of your
return home.
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