Cologne, Germany -- (SBWIRE) -- 10/15/2014 -- Certified Cologne private tour operator, Colonia Aktiv, offers unique, eco-friendly daily English speaking tours of the beautiful and historic city of Cologne in Germany on a bicycle. It has been rated #1 of 29 other activities on Trip Advisor's List of things to do within the city and has continuously received positive remarks from all clients.

The bike tours in Cologne aren't purely biking as there are breaks in between in the city's finest cafe houses or beer gardens and of course sightseeing stops with a combination of light outdoor physical activities. They are also highlighting Kolsche Riviera tours this October and Cologne Street galleries on the street art tour.

Why Colonia Aktiv Leads Local Bike Tours' Scene

All guided tours offer a chance for a unique sightseeing perspective within the Cathedral city's magnificent 2,000 years long history.

Their classic sightseeing tour of Cologne costs €25 for each individual inclusive of safety gears and bike maps, especially for those who are new to the city and German traffic. Additional gears for kids are also available at affordable top-up prices from €4. This tour lasts 3 hours and will highlight bike-friendly paths that will take each tourist from Roman times up to the modern architectural developments within the city's skyline. It also features the historical Hohenzollern Bridge, Museum Ludwig, and Cologne Philharmonic Hall among others.

“This one here is currently our best-selling tour as it's done daily and with certified multilingual tour guides who speak fluent English and many other languages. The best thing about our tours, as long as you reserve early, you can always take advantage of private to large group tours starting 2 PM daily,” says Peter Unkelbach, company founder and guide, when asked what keeps Colonia Aktiv distinct.

Their bicycles and gears are all proudly German produced and engineered by local high quality brand TRENGA DE, specifically optimized for urban traffic like the one in Cologne.

As proud bearers of German technology, Colonia Aktiv's rental bikes have three different brakes, unbreakable “Schwalbe marathon plus” FLATLESS tires, and featured lights in the rear and front portion for path illumination. Bike rental rates start from €9 on the first 3 hours and €60 for a week's guaranteed use.

A satisfied customer from Rhode Island USA commented “Not only was the price very reasonable, but our guide, Peter, couldn't have been better. The bikes were very comfortable (and new!) and the pace of the tour was just right. Next time in Cologne, I am booking again!” coupled with 5 stars.

Colonia Aktiv's guide tours of Cologne is also in partnership with CycleCities.com, leading worldwide site partnering with local, international shops offering bike tours.

Bike tours are now one of the preferred sightseeing activities throughout the world due to its environmental and overall health benefits. They accept payment from all major credit cards, Electronic Cash and even BitCoin.

About Colonia Aktiv
Founded by a Rhineland-native Peter Unkelbach in 2011, it has since gained traction and provided fascination and satisfaction in the faces of many local and international tourists who chose to tour historical Cathedral city through their new and proud German-technology backed bicycles and equipment. Peter is not just well-versed in the historical geography of Cologne but also grew up and still a certified resident of the city. Colonia Aktiv is Travellers Choice #1 by Trip Advisor and CycleCities.com partner.

Contact:

Peter Unkelbach
info@colonia-Aktiv.de
0049 221 34669557
Gereonswall 2-4, 50668 Köln
http://colonia-aktiv.de/