If you're riding as a pair, you need communication. Whether by intercom or clear hand signals: ride at the pace of the less experienced rider, not according to your own ego.
Touring together
- Agree on signals: Fuel, break, hazard, turning.
- Adjust the pace: The slower rider sets the rhythm.
- Breaks together: Either of you can ask for a break – no reason needed.
A good team on two bikes is built on consideration. On the guided rides you'll experience this in practice.