BSpoke Tours

Candes-St-Martin is on the list of ‘des plus beaux villages de France’, or the most beautiful villages of France. A short walk (or ride) along the river is the village of Montsoreau, an old river port from the medieval period, when the Loire was a major trade route. Its château, setting of a famous Dumas novel, is the only one in the Loire valley built in the riverbed itself.

What not to miss
The ancient abbey at Fontevraud, with its mix of historical and contemporary attractions
Sampling the produce of the regions different wine appellations in one of the many local caves
Paddling along the Vienne river between Chinon and Montsoreau in a canoe

The land here on the right bank of Bordeaux produces a variety of vintages, from the soft Merlot’s of St Emilion to the sweet whites of Sauternes. The tour takes you through this verdant landscape from south to north, stopping in our pick of the best 3 and 4-star hotels in the region.

What not to miss
The chateaux of Roquetaillade and Villandraut for a glimpse into the regions past.
The world-class red wines of Pomerol and St Emilion.
The sweet and dry white wines of Sauternes and Cadillac.

From the golden city of Prague, the city of a hundred spires, to the baroque masterpiece of Dresden, you will follow the award-winning cycle path that tracks the Elbe river. The city centres are fantastic, but once in the countryside you will be inundated with other pleasures, from the vineyards of the Bohemian wine route to the spectacular sandstone cliffs of Saxon Switzerland. Whilst some of the towns may strike you as a little ‘Eastern Bloc’, the warm welcome you’ll receive is a sure sign that old divisions are well and truly gone!

Highlights

• The mix of architectural styles in Dresden’s old town
• Exploring the golden city of Prague
• Sampling Czech wines in Melnik and Litomerice

The landscape is a mix of wide valleys, small mountain ranges, such as the Alpilles, and dramatic gorges. The landscapes majesty is matched by the charm and beauty of the towns and villages that sit within it, where French café culture is at its finest and the cuisine is built on the region’s excellent local produce, served alongside refreshing local wines. Whilst soaking all of this in, the silhouette of Mont Ventoux is never far from view. Will you go for the summit?

What not to miss

• The twisting climb up the Val d’Enfer and the views from Baux-de-Provence at the top.
• The picturesque hilltop villages of Provence.
• The climb of Mont Ventoux (or at least a visit to Bedoin!).

The city of Bordeaux, the 6th largest in France, offers a heady mix of a rich history, world-class architecture, excellent gastronomy and of course, fine wines. This tour takes offers the chance to explore this magnificent metropolis and to spend time amongst the vast vineyards of the Entre Deux Mers appellation. From the city, you’ll ride a loop to the east, taking in famous wine towns like St Emilion, Sauternes and Cadillac.

What not to miss
Bordeaux City – Its architecture, culture, food and wine.
The world-class red wines of Pomerol and St Emilion.
The sweet and dry white wines of Sauternes and Cadillac.

Arriving in Lisbon, the route mostly follows the Eurovelo 1 cycle network or Rota Vicentina through national parks and is lined with glorious empty beaches. This undeveloped region is home to cork oak forests, whitewashed villages, fresh seafood and a huge variety of bird life and wild plants. Discover this region before everybody else does.

What not to miss
Fine sandy beaches on the Troia Peninsula
Spotting bottlenose dolphins on the Sado Estuary Natural Reserve
Enjoying the Alentejo speciality of octopus and sweet potato known as ‘cataplana’

Spa towns, ancient monuments and the regions capital, Munich, will surprise and delight you at every twist and turn – with plenty of sun-filled beer gardens serving up refreshing Steins of Bavarian beer along the way.

What not to miss
The magnificent view from the Zugspitze Mountain
“Schuhplattler”, Bavarian folk dancing at Gasthof Zum Rassen in Partenkirchen
Swimming in Bavarian lakes
Munich’s Altstadt (old town)

From ancient villages scattered with Roman ruins to historic cities, there are plenty of interesting places to stop and soak up Provencal history. And in between stops? Wonderful cycling through vineyards, along river trails and into the beautiful valleys of the Dentelles de Montmirail mountains. And then there's the wine...

What not to miss
Sampling the rich, powerful red wines that this area is world-famous for
Strolling the quaint streets of Pernes-les-Fontaines, with its 40 fountains and water features
Visiting Orange, home to some of the most impressive Roman architecture outside of Italy

You will experience an incredible range of trip highlights. From visiting the Royal Lochnagar Distillery to a guided tour of what’s known as ‘the most beautiful castle in Scotland’ this tour will leave you wanting for nothing.

Our cycle guides and vehicle support will take care of you. With great accommodation and food completing the itinerary. Join us for a cycling adventure that is grand in every sense.

Highlights

• The classic Scotland road cycling tour
• Pedal the very best of Scotland
• Full guiding, vehicle and logistical support

On this tour, we show you the Upper Tiber valley as it wends from Sansepolcro, a town with rich artistic heritage, to Assisi, the home of St Francis, and onwards to the wine country of Montefalco. The cycling on this route features a lot of traffic-free cycle paths, which, coupled with the included e-bikes, makes this an excellent tour for those looking for an easy, stress-free ride through the beautiful Tuscan landscape.

What not to miss
Enjoy traffic-free cycling along the banks of the Tiber
Take in the views of Assisi’s spectacular skyline
Explore the wine country of Montefalco aboard an E-Bike