It was my first commercially organised multi-day tour and I thoroughly enjoyed every aspect of it.
Given that the group only had one thing in common it bonded exceptionally well as demonstrated by the desire to eat together whether planned or not. I think credit for creating the comfort bubble needs to go to the guide team who worked tirelessly, endlessly and with great cheer for the whole trip. Thanks Emma, Tony and Mike.
My recommendation is to keep on doing that, let the cyclists take care of the cycling, and continue to benefit from repeat business.