Taking You Around the World With 7 New Cycling Holidays for 2024

There's a tour for every cyclist; from tranquil paths starting in the Alps and finishing at Italy's Adriatic coast, to a Scandinavian sailing and cycling adventure, or more challenging trails on the other side of the world, where more experienced riders can tackle one of Japan's most iconic routes.

Which of our new routes would you like to see from your saddle? If one catches your eye, you can view departure dates and prices and book online, or for more information from our team, call +44(0) 1273 224066 or enquire online.

On our Alpe-Adria Bike Tour, you'll journey from the Alps to the Adriatic Sea along an iconic cycle route, experiencing both Austria’s spectacular mountains and Italy’s vibrant coast.

Starting in the beautiful Baroque city of Salzburg, you’ll follow well-established cycle paths and quiet secondary roads passing impressive rivers, dramatic waterfalls, charming ancient towns and magnificent castles before reaching the lagoon town of Grado on Italy's Adriatic coast.

The famous Alpe-Adria cycle route integrates old railway tracks and numerous tunnels to take you on this stunning tour through the breathtaking scenery of the Austrian and Italian Alps.

As the tour concludes in the seaside town of Grado, it's worth adding a night or two to the end of your trip to relax and get an additional fix of delectable food and wine in the historic harbour. If you are longing for cycling with awe-inspiring views and delicious local cuisine, then this tour is difficult to top!

View this tour: Alpe Adria Bike Tour - Salzburg to Grado

If you're a fan of rolling hills and steeper ascents, consider hopping on a plane to the west coast of Portugal to cycle alongside the sandy beaches and spectacular cliffs on our Porto to Lisbon Bike Tour. Starting and finishing in the country’s two main cities, you’ll follow the shoreline on pretty coastal trails, beside pristine beaches, as you bask in the warm sun and refuel on fresh seafood.

The route takes you past famous Portuguese landmarks such as the Belém Tower and a path underneath the mighty Dom Luís suspension bridge.

Midway through the tour, you'll encounter the protected nature reserve of the São Jacinto dunes and jump on a ferry to Aveiro lagoon, home to flocks of bright pink flamingos. This tour is a must if you're looking for a blend of serene coastal nature and two vibrant cities!

View this tour: Porto to Lisbon Bike Tour

Including one of the best cycling routes you're likely to find, culture steeped in traditional arts and delicious food, our Shikoku and the Shimanami Kaido Bike Tour is a guided cycling trip that warrants travelling halfway around the world. We can personally vouch for that, as Project Manager Saul is cycling it as I write this!

The first two days are spent cycling along the Shimanami Kaido cycling route which runs between a series of five impressive suspension bridges connecting the islands of the Seto Inland Sea.

Although the hills put this tour in the 'Moderate' bracket, an e-bike will make light work of the inclines. As well as finding incredible natural beauty, you'll also take in the country's enriching culture by visiting the hilltop castle in Matsuyama and taking part in a workshop to learn about the ancient art of making 'washi' paper.

As you've come this far, we'd recommend adding an extra night in Hiroshima before your tour begins and a night in Kyoto at the end to continue soaking up Japan's unique culture.

View this tour: Shikoku and the Shimanami Kaido Bike Tour

The new year brings an exciting opportunity to travel on our first Boat & Bike tour to take place in Denmark and Sweden.

Spend a week seeing the best of these Scandinavian delights, staying aboard an impressive tall ship with 14 sails and cycling across the islands of Øresund which separates Denmark and Sweden. Each day has an exciting start, you'll pack a day bag and board a small dinghy from the ship with your bikes and cruise to the remote islands, to enjoy a new, peaceful ride.

The routes along the coast are spectacular, passing through peaceful fishing villages filled with colourful huts, 70-million-year-old white cliffs, a 13th century church, Denmark’s second-largest lake, and even Hamlet’s castle!

While on your tall ship, you have the option of helping hoist the sails and navigating, alternatively, if you enjoy putting your feet up at the end of the day, just relax and enjoy the spectacular views.

On the evening of day five, the ship drops anchor at the remote island of Møn, where you can admire a starry sky in an area with no light pollution. When you're not exploring remote islands from your saddle, you'll be cycling in two of the most bike-friendly cities in Europe, Copenhagen and Malmö.

View this tour: Denmark and Sweden Boat & Bike Tour

If you've dreamt about taking in every inch of Lake Garda's dazzling shoreline, fortified towns and the spectacular surrounding mountain scenery, now is your chance. Following a significant investment in improving the area's cycle paths, we are introducing the Around Lake Garda Bike Tour for 2024, taking you on a loop of Italy's largest lake.

The smooth cycle paths and quiet roads take you on an epic adventure through world-class wine regions and breathtaking valleys, cruising to a different picture-postcard lakeside town every evening.

There's plenty of time to 'hit the breaks' and pause to appreciate the outstanding mountain views and famous sights like the UNESCO Venetian Fortress at Peschiera del Garda. For a tranquil treat few others would know about, take a transfer from Lake Ledro to Lake Idro and swim in the warm, crystal-clear waters. 

Visit this tour: Around Lake Garda Bike Tour

Burgundy is a region famous for its beautiful rolling countryside, medieval towns, and luscious vineyards producing some of the world’s finest wines. If all of that floats your boat, then our new Burgundy Boat & E-Bike Tour is for you.

Get away from it all and immerse yourself in France's laid-back pace of life as you cycle alongside the banks of the River Yonne between Auxerre and Moret-sur Loing, stopping for picturesque picnics and to taste the crisp local wines and ciders.

The gentle portion of cycling occurs on well-maintained cycle paths and quiet countryside roads. However, for a tougher cycle, you have the option to venture up into the hills and really earn that evening glass of wine!

View this tour: Burgundy Boat & E-Bike Tour

With our Spring Flowers Short Break tour proving so popular over the years, we've launched a longer 7 night version!

You don't have to be a horticulturist to appreciate the magnificence of Holland’s flowers exploding into full bloom on our Spring Flowers in Holland Boat & Bike Tour. You'll cruise and cycle through the countryside as it comes to life with vibrant colours and floral scents, stopping off at historic cities and gardens along the way.

You'll pedal along the Netherlands' naturally flat cycle paths to visit both the world-famous Keukenhof Gardens where you'll see thousands of tulips, hyacinths and daffodils, and to Aalsmeer to see the spectacle of the Aalsmeer flower auction.

Another highlight of pedalling through Holland's Green Heart is arriving at Zoeterwoude's cheese farm where you'll learn about cheese production and, of course, taste some of the freshly-made cheese before continuing a dairy-themed day to Gouda.

View this tour: Spring Flowers in Holland Boat & Bike Tour

Did any of our latest tours catch your eye? If so and you would like to learn more about them, enquire online or call our team on +44 (0) 1273 224066. You'll find departure dates, prices and our secure online booking form on each tour page.

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