Was on the PA tour and it was Fantastic. Greatly organized. Thank you John and Jim!!!read more

Just got back home from the Emmaus Tours Pennsylvania endless mountain tour...smiling the whole way…read morehome. The trails were great, mostly hard pack stone/dirt. The road parts were a smooth ribbon of turns. Dr. John and Jim are very experienced riders offering pointers and instruction to those that wanted it ( some in our group were also very experienced). The trails/ route was great, the views, waterfalls and cliffs we stopped at (for breaks and photo ops ) were beautiful. The pace was perfect, stops were well planned. It was just a total blast and you really don't even need luggage for this ride since all 3 days had the same home base. Timing was perfect, we were riding in the forest with a blizzard of blowing leaves. Totally cool. You can do this with a big or small bike.. we had 3 GSA's in this tour and they had no issues at all...but somebody on a XT250 would also have a blast. Im newer to adventure riding so I'd recommend 50/50 tires or more aggressive for dirt. There were some short challenging parts but nothing on the ride that intimated me or the few other newbie's.

I would absolutely do this again in a heart beat! My boyfriend and I had such a great time walking…read morearound Naperville and learning its history while enjoying a verity of different dishes, some of which I wouldn't have thought to try if I were out exploring by myself. Mike was an incredible tour guide! Funny, personable and knowledgeable!! We had so many laughs our group. By the end of it, we all felt like friends who had know each other for years. We even said it would be fun to have a reunion tour. It was a memorable day, one I will cherish for a long time to come. This is an absolutely must do if you're in Naperville! Doesn't matter if you've lived here your whole life, or just passing through. You won't regret the experience

I was a suburbanite long before I became the savvy city girl that I am today. In the time of…read morecurfews and strict parental rules, downtown Naperville was the next best thing to hanging out in the city. Yes, I understand, a distant second place! So, when I saw the Groupon for this tour, I had to seize the opportunity to reacquaint myself with a big part of my childhood. First of all, Naperville has come a very long way from what I remember it to be like. It's now a bustling suburban downtown with a wide variety of eateries both chain and local, shopping and service oriented establishments. It automatically made me very excited about what I was going to learn that day. This tour has a great balance between history and food. Mike, the tour guide is passionate about what he does and it's clear from his historical accounts about downtown Naperville. The tour stars out at the old Kroehler Furniture factory which has long since been re-purposed as condos and retail space. From here begins the leisurely two mile walk (comfortable shoes are a must for this tour) into the historic district of Naperville to feast on the beautiful architecture that has allowed it to acquired its historic status. Food stops on our Sunday tour included: 1. Orazio's Pub, which started doing toasted subs long before Quizno's came around and a hearty bowl of peasant style potato soup. 2. Quigley's Irish Pub, which is the actual pub from Dublin, Ireland! They dismantled it and brought it all the way here. I fell in love with this place and can't wait to go back for the Reuben egg rolls. They were AMAZING!!! 3. LeChocolat du Bouchard, where we actually met Cathy Bouchard who gave a very interesting mini lecture on the history and health benefits of the super-food Cacao. I loved it so much that I can't wait to attend a full seminar at her chocolaterie. What stood out as much as her passionate lecture was the Mexican Hot Chocolate. OH. MY. GOD. It left me swooooooooooning!!!!!!!!!!! That's reason enough to go back there. It was a warm day when we took the tour and I still gulped down every last drop of my drink! 4. Twisted Olive (even though this was only supposed to be a Saturday stop), where we sampled flavored olive oils I didn't even know existed. We were pressed for time here, but I would love to go back and purchase the habenero and cilantro olive oils. I really feel like they might take some basic recipes up a few notches! 5. Cookie Dough Creations, to sample actual cookie dough ice cream and cake batter. This was good, but a little too rich for my tastes. I actually couldn't finish my tasting portions of the two items. 6. Giordano's for a slice of heavenly stuffed cheese pizza. From here, the tour ended and you could continue exploring on your own or do anything else you pleased. The only negative comment I have about it is in the day and age of dietary restrictions, vegetarians and vegans, Mike should have really inquired if my friend and I had any restrictions he should be aware of because we were attending a food tour after all! So, I was sad to not sample the subs or soup at Orazio's because they were pork based, which I do not eat. From what I could tell, everyone else really enjoyed both items because they were gone in a flash. It was a great tour and I would recommend it to anyone who is in the area. Even if you're not, it's worth the drive to Naperville to participate in it.

We had an awesome time on the Costa Rica Xplorers cultural tour! Jack the Daddy was super helpful…read morein setting everything up and giving us the details before we went, and our guide Johnny was absolutely amazing. He spent the whole day with us, teaching us about the culture, and making sure everyone had a great time. We started off checking out an iguana park, then visited a few small towns and even a local cemetery that gave us a real feel for Costa Rican life. Rancho Los Coyotes was a highlight, they showed us how they process sugar cane juice the traditional way, and we got to taste it fresh. Lunch was delicious, real Costa Rican food that hit the spot after a busy morning and our favorite food out of our entire week in CR. We did some souvenir shopping and ended the day at Coco Beach and Playa Hermosa, the perfect spots to relax and take in the beautiful ocean views as we caught the sunset. The whole experience went way beyond what we expected, would totally recommend it to anyone visiting Costa Rica. Pura Vida!

Steve was amazing. Very personable and knowledge about all things Chicago. We did the street art…read moreand west side tour 1/2 day tour. We ended up riding about 9 miles and he offered to extend it, but we had a prior dinner engagement. He even sent a detailed map of our tour plus some excellent photos he took along the way. Highly recommend!

Steve created a wonderful memory for us while on a short trip to Chicago. Our group of girls had a…read moremix of biking experience and he went out of his way to ensure we all felt comfortable. This tour was a comfortable pace filled with local art and history of each space. The ability to ride through the city made us feel like a local even though my riding skills may have indicated otherwise. Thank you Steve for making us feel like a priority to you and your city. Would love to come and do this again.

Amazing tour. Polite personnel. Great and patient teacher. Would strongly recommend the tour.read more

I took my nephew here as a surprise for his birthday. We did the Segway tour. It was one of his…read morefavorite things that we did while in Chicago. Jack, our guide, was pretty awesome. He was mindful of safety, very patient as we learned how to ride the segways, and was super knowledgeable. He was given an extra challenge as a large music festival was in town. He made the necessary adjustments and ensured that the tour was still fun and interesting. I highly recommend the tour. Ask for Jack as a tour guide if you want someone who is fun, professional, and knowledgeable of Chicago. The segways are tricky to get used to but once you've had some practice time (included as part of the tour), it gets easier and more intuitive. Great company that responded to email questions and was very proactive with communication!

took this tour of northside ghosty locations yesterday with family and friends. this was the…read moresecond time we've gone on one of the tours having taken the southside tour last year. our guide, dale kascmarek is extremely knowledgeable and a great driver. he came to pick eleven of us up in a passenger van which is wired with speakers all the way in the back so he can be heard by everyone on his mic as he explained the locations and stories behind them. the tour usually take roughly four hours but last night took a little longer because we got stuck in city traffic a couple of times. he took us to the st valentine's day massacre site, graceland cemetery, rosehill cemetery robinson woods and other locations, each time giving us a full explanation of each place and the stories behind them. there were several spots where we could get out of the van and take pictures which was very cool. dale welcomes all questions and is friendly and accommodating. the only down side is that with the traffic and all, it did get a little long but that wasn't his fault. saturday night in the city is like that. i'd recommend the south side tour over the north side one though only because there are more "get off the bus" locations and just more locations in general. we're going again next year :) .

I was visiting some friends in Chicago and we toured the Andersonville part of Chicago with Carey…read more Her guidance was exceptional. She seemed to fit right in with our group and was laid-back but also gave us some really interesting historical facts about the neighborhood throughout the day. + Great way to find hidden jems in a neighborhood; we sampled Middle Eastern, Guatemalan, and Vietnamese cuisine throughout the course of the day. Oh and pie of course! Along with a couple cocktails at a historic speakeasy. + Carey is really easy-going and does a great job of filling you in on the various dishes offered at each restaurant, sharing her personal experiences; also she is an exquisite conversationalist that makes you feel like you've known her for a long time. + The amount of walking, distance covered, and quanitity of food is just right. A perfect activity in a great city. If you're looking for an activity that will get a group out and about, this is an ideal option.

I just went on this fantastic new tour last Sunday thru Lincoln Park/East Lakeview. Even though…read moreI'm a native of the city, Foodie & the Feast opened the doors to restaurants I've never been to before. Each place was more delicious than the one previous... and affordable too! Our tour guide Carey was energetic and informative. She spoke knowledgeably about each food stop giving interesting background about the owners, the eats and the neighborhood. This is definitely something I would recommend to out-of-towners. There is more to Chicago than the Mag Mile and this is perfect way to get away from the tourist traps and explore the city. Also, local Chicagoans will discover some hidden gems of their own. I actually can't wait to go on the other tours F & the F offer! I've been on other walking food tours and they can't compete with this one. Just as the name suggests, food that you want to feast on is the main attraction of Foodie & the Feast. With the others, it seemed like the food took a back seat to an extensive history lesson. Thanks Foodie & the Feast for keeping my mouth watering and my stomach full. When the tour ended I was completely satisfied!

The Spice of Life Tour with Ali was wonderful! Great antidotes about the area, interesting history,…read moreand amazing food! I've lived in Chicago for 10 years and I was pleasantly surprised by how much new historical and cultural stories I learned. Spice of Life Tours also takes you to the very best restaurants on Devon Ave (Little India), allowing you to sample cuisines from all areas of India! Come hungry!!! Ali arranged for the food to be warm and fresh at every stop!! I am hard pressed to think of a better way to spend an afternoon in Chicago. We enjoyed trying on Sarees, we all received henna, played traditional Indian games a and even visited a sheikh temple!! How amazing is that!! Ali was an excellent tour guide who kept us intrigued and well-fed. I highly recommend this tour. It's well worth the cost and time! You'll be suggesting it to your friends for years to come.

If you're looking for something truly unique to do in Chicago, check out a Spice of Life Tour!…read moreWe've now done both their Chinatown Food and Cultural Tour and the Devon Avenue Food and Cultural tour. We did Chinatown last year and just this past weekend did the Devon Avenue Tour. This review is of the Devon Avenue tour. Devon Avenue is one of the most culturally-rich areas of Chicago - with cultures that range from Orthodox and Hadsidic Jews to Muslims from Pakistan with a huge mix of Indian, Nepalese and other Asian Subcontinent cultures blended in for good measure. It happens also to be the safest neighborhood in Chicago - even safer than Michigan Avenue!. Our tour was led by Spice of LIfe's owner, a man of Persian descent, but he came to America as a child and was raised by a combination of Indian, Jewish and Pakistani folks as a foster child - all along Devon Avenue. And with that rich cultural history under his belt, who better than to guide you on a fascinating tour of the Devon area? We visited multiple restaurants and sampled a wide variety of foods from classic Indian appetizers, to Pakistani barbecue, to stuffed Na'an, and many things besides. We started in an Indian "bookstore" (the quotes as they sell much more than books there) and enjoyed appetizers while there, then proceeded to an Indian clothing boutique where the women try on Saris and the men try on traditional Indian men's suits. From there, more food stops, a stop at a Pakistani clothing store to see the differences, a stop at a Hindu temple and much more. And food, more food! All along and in-between, our guide filled us with a rich cultural explanation of everything we were seeing, both about the history of India, Pakistan and other cultures (with emphasis on India) and about how they came to Chicago and what they've done here. Again, this is a Chicago Must Do! A quick statement about the Chinatown tour - the same - a mix of education about Chinese culture, stops at things like a Buddhist temple, clothing stores, variety stores, etc. and lots of fantastic food of all different kinds from Hong Kong style to Mandarin to Szechwan and everything in between! A word to the wise - this is not a short tour - most of their tours run at least four hours and because we had the perfect combination of a talkative, inquisitive group and our guide who is talkative and social, our Devon tour went all of 5 1/2 wonderful hours. For the price, there's no better "fun per hour" quotient anywhere. HIGHLY recommended!!