When is the best time to book your trip?
- The earlier, the better. Many hotels in the archipelago get fully booked for certain dates during the summer several months in advance. By booking well in advance, you guarantee that there are still rooms available at the hotels you want to stay at, on the days you want to travel. If you want to travel in July or early August, it's wise to book as early as you can.
Is it possible to do the routes with your own bike instead of rental bikes?
- Yes, it is, and we will deduct the price of the rental bike. If you are several participants, some can have rental bikes and some can bring their own bikes, if you prefer.
Do we have to share rooms with other groups?
- No, you always have your own rooms, just for the people in your party. Our standard price includes overnight accommodation for two in double rooms, but we also offer cheaper accommodation in four-person rooms for families or good friends.
Is a guide coming with us?
- No, you cycle on your own with the help of our detailed itineraries, and you can set your own pace. It's easy to find your way around with our itineraries.
Do you have electric bikes?
- Yes, we offer electric bikes on all our routes. The number of electric bikes is limited, so we recommend booking well in advance.
Are your packages suitable for families with children?
- Yes, most routes are well-suited for children, and we have rental bikes for juniors. It's also possible to rent a child trailer for the bike.
What do we do if it rains?
- We recommend everyone to pack proper rain gear. No one can control the weather, even though it's mostly sunny and nice in Åland in the summer. There's saunas at almost all accommodations to warm up again in the evening if needed. And, of course, hot showers.
Are there places to stop for lunch along the way?
- Yes. In your itinerary, we will recommend suitable places to stop for lunch and coffee along the way. There is often a restaurant at your accommodation or nearby for your dinner.
What do you do if you can't cycle anymore?
- For the longer stretches, there are usually buses you can take your bikes on, in case you need to shorten a cycling distance or simply don't have more energy. If you have a bit less stamina, we strongly recommend choosing an electric bike, which assists with pedaling and makes the longer stretches easier.
Can I stay in a single room instead of a double room?
- Yes, we can arrange that! Select a single room when you book, and you will see the price for a solo trip.
What do we do if we have problems along the way?
- Our bikes are of good quality and are serviced and inspected thoroughly before each rental. It's also important that you inspect the bikes carefully yourself when you pick them up. If you have problems on mainland Åland or in mainland Finland, the rental company can drive out and help you. If you have problems on one of the archipelago islands, it's not possible for the rental company to come out to you, but we always find a solution with the help of our large network of partners among the islands.
Our standard bike
How do we pay for the tour?
- After we've made your booking and you've had time to review it, we will send you an electronic invoice by email. It can be paid via bank wire transfer, or credit card, or debit card. All bookings must be paid in advance, before traveling.
What are your cancellation rules?
If you cancel at least 7 days before your start date, we will issue a full refund to you.
If you do not show up and have not cancelled, there is no possibility of a refund.
Cancellations or changes must be made through ÅLAND.travel, not with the individual tourist facilities.
If you need to change or reschedule your booking, we will do everything we can to arrange it.
Where can we store extra luggage?
- You can store empty bags with the bike rental company. For extra luggage, there are secure storage lockers in the ferry terminal in Mariehamn, and at the railway station in Turku. You can safely store extra luggage there.
Is it possible to add extra nights at any of the locations or upgrade the accommodation?
- Yes, that's fine if you let us know in advance. We're happy to help!
Can you arrange a special, different package for us?
- Yes, please contact us with your requests at [email protected] and we will get back to you with a proposal.
What do you need to bring?
ID documents are needed to board the ferry to Åland and to pick up the rental bikes.
We also recommend the following equipment:
Rain gear
A headlamp if you want to cycle in the evening
Swimwear for taking refreshing dips
Mosquito spray
Tick remover (sold at pharmacies)
Portable power bank for your phones
Wireless headphones for easy navigation
Are panniers included?
- Yes, panniers that hold 18-20 liters on each side are included in all our packages.
Our panniers