Road Cycling

For those new to group cycling vacations, right through to aspiring Tour de France champions, a road trip is the way to go. Tarmac is home to the motor vehicle, but all of our itineraries have been very carefully designed with relaxing, traffic-free riding in mind. Having full vehicle support on most of our trips allows us to head straight to our favorite cycling routes, as well as providing maximum flexibilty to ride as and when you want. The relatively smooth surface allows us to cover a good distance in a day, and when combined with a support vehicle, a road trip is a great way to explore an entire country.
 

Cycling the Dalmatian Coast Trip Grade: B (Moderate)
Average Daily Cycling: 45km (28 miles)
Number of Cycling Days: 5
Terrain and route: 90% tarmac (may be pot-holed), 10% gravel road. Route is a good mix of flat riding and steady hills, mainly on quiet roads.
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Cycling the Alentejo Trip Grade: B (Moderate)
Average Daily Cycling: 40km (25 miles)
Number of Cycling Days: 6
Terrain and route: 70% tarmac on quiet minor roads, 10% non-technical dirt roads.
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Segovia: Cycle the Spanish Heartland Trip Grade: B (Moderate)
Average Daily Cycling: 46km (29 miles)
Number of Cycling Days: 6
Terrain and route: 70% tarmac on quiet minor roads, 10% non-technical dirt roads. Relaxed rides with one long climb.
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Cycle the Camino de Santiago Trip Grade: B (Moderate)
Average Daily Cycling: 54km (33 miles)
Number of Cycling Days: 6
Terrain and route: 50% on quiet minor roads, 50% cycle paths and non-technical tracks.
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Cycle through Siena and Chianti Trip Grade: B or C (Moderate or Challenging)
Average Daily Cycling: 60km (37 miles)
Number of Cycling Days: 5
Terrain and route: 85% tarmac, 15% easy gravel roads. Route follows mainly quiet roads with some climbs passing through the Chianti hills. Some departure dates offer a more challenging route.
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Dolomites to Venice Ride Trip Grade: B (Moderate)
Average Daily Cycling: 45km (28 miles)
Number of Cycling Days: 6
Terrain and route: 85% tarmac, 15% easy gravel roads. Route follows mainly quiet roads and designated cycle paths. The old railway track on days 2 & 3 is well surfaced. Reasonable fitness required.
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Aegean Coast and Lakes Ride Trip Grade: B (Moderate)
Average Daily Cycling: 60km (37 miles)
Number of Cycling Days: 5
Terrain and route: 90% tarmac, 10% unsurfaced roads. Relaxed rides with the opportunity for a few challenging days.
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Petra and Wadi Rum by Bike Trip Grade: B (Moderate)
Average Daily Cycling: 45km (28 miles)
Number of Cycling Days: 5
Terrain and route: 90% tarmac, 10% unsurfaced roads. Mainly quite backroads. Lots of downhill and level sections, with a couple of steep climbs. We avoid the hottest time of the year but expect high temperatures.
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Cycling Vietnam Trip Grade: B (Moderate)
Average Daily Cycling: 70km (43 miles)
Number of Cycling Days: 8
Terrain and route: you should be comfortable riding in traffic on occasions. Surfaces are nearly all good tarmac. The route is flat with the exception of Dalat and the Hai Van Pass. Vietnam can be hot and humid.
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Cycle Indochina and Angkor Trip Grade: B (Moderate)
Average Daily Cycling: 51km (32 miles)
Number of Cycling Days: 10
Terrain and route: road quality is good asphalt in Thaland & Cambodia. Some easy dirt roads in Vietnam. Conditions will be hot but there are few hills. Traffic levels are higher near the larger towns.
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Cycling the Cape and Winelands Trip Grade: B (Moderate)
Average Daily Cycling: 55km (34 miles)
Number of Cycling Days: 10
Terrain and route: a classic road tour with relaxed rides and the opportunity for a few challenging passes. Mainly good quality tarmac roads with a few excursions into hard-packed graded roads.
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Cycling through Rajasthan Trip Grade: B (Moderate)
Average Daily Cycling: 70km (43 miles)
Number of Cycling Days: 11
Terrain and route: all surfaced roads. Mostly quiet backroads but occasional roads with traffic. This part of India can be very hot. Although this trip is moderately demanding, there is plenty of time to explore.
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Kerala and Tropical India Trip Grade: B/C (Moderate/Challenging)
Average Daily Cycling: 80km (50 miles)
Number of Cycling Days: 9-11
Terrain and route: a demanding trip, but with a downhill bias. Routes follow mainly quiet backroads with low levels of traffic, increasing when approaching towns.
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Cycle the Backroads of Sri Lanka Trip Grade: B/C (Moderate/Challenging)
Average Daily Cycling: 75km (47 miles)
Number of Cycling Days: 8-9
Terrain and route: 95% tarmac, 5% unsurfaced roads. Terrain is hilly, particularly around Nurawa Eliya and the hill country, but support vehicle available. Mostly quiet backroads with occasional unsurfaced roads.
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Classic Nepal Ride Trip Grade: B/C (Moderate/Challenging)
Average Daily Cycling: 56km (36 miles)
Number of Cycling Days: 8
Terrain and route: a fairly remote trip following paved roads or dirt tracks. 70% of the cycling is on surfaced roads. Rides are mostly undulating with some good downhill sections. Occasional roads with traffic.
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Cycling in Laos and Northern Vietnam Trip Grade: B/C (Moderate/Challenging)
Average Daily Cycling: 50km (31 miles)
Number of Cycling Days: 12
Terrain and route: surface mostly good but with some broken tarmac and unsurfaced sections. Routes follow main roads, but little traffic. Laos is mountainous and there are tough climbs and long downhills.
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Cycle Nicaragua, Costa Rica and Panama Trip Grade: B/C (Moderate/Challenging)
Average Daily Cycling: 45km (28 miles)
Number of Cycling Days: 12
Terrain and route: surface is 80% tarmac, 20% groomed dirt road with some moderate climbs. Routes mainly follow quiet backroads.
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Pedalling through Provence Trip Grade: B/C (Moderate/Challenging)
Average Daily Cycling: 50km (32 miles)
Number of Cycling Days: 6
Terrain and route: 90% tarmac on quiet minor roads, 10% non-technical dirt roads. Hilly region with a few gradual climbs and a long descent on the final day's cycling.
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Classic Cols of the Tour de France Trip Grade: C/D (Challenging/Tough)
Average Daily Cycling: 70km (43 miles)
Number of Cycling Days: 5/6
Terrain and route: a manageable challenge for most regular cyclists, with one or two cols every day. Those wanting more ascent can ride optional cols or stage endings. Climbs are long and steady (avg 7.5%).
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Lhasa to Kathmandu Ride Trip Grade: C/D (Challenging/Tough)
Average Daily Cycling: 70km (43 miles)
Number of Cycling Days: 14
Terrain and route: 80% tarmac, 20% unsurfaced. Extended periods at high altitude (avg 13,000 ft). Fairly level on vehicle-width track, but there are five high passes, all of which are optional.
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Other Cycling Styles
Self Guided Cycling Trips For those who enjoy cycling alone, as a couple or a group of friends. Self guided cycling trips feature quality research, backup and support, but allow you to pace yourself as desired. These are some of our least demanding trips, ideal for first-timers on a cycling vacation.
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Off Road Cycling Trips Whether you are new to off road, or a hardened singletrack fan, all levels of mountain biking provide adventures to destinations where independent riders would have difficulty finding the best trails. Enjoy some of the finest bike trails anywhere in the world with outstanding support, thorough organization and most of all - passion!
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