Ultimate Road Bike Holidays
Cycle major cycling events like the Spring Classics & the Italian Gran Fondos
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Gran Fondo Milan San Remo
Tour Operator: Cycle Classic Tours
Italy
4 days (Bike: 2 days)
Moderate
Guided
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Guided
€ 600
Overview
Tour Operator Cycle Classic Tours
Cycle & Watch Milan San Remo 2021
Benvenuto en Italia. After a long winter it’s time to pedal again! The real start of the classic cycle season starts in Italy. For the first time there will be a professional organized pro race on the day of Milan-San Remo. On Sunday morning 20 March you can cycle the Milan- San Remo classic race yourself! Cyclist can take part in the new Gran Fondo San Remo "La Classicissma". You will cycle the same route just before the professionals will do later that day. The Gran Fondo San Remo" La Classicissma" leads you along the Liguria coastline and features many highlight like the Pogggio and Cipressa climbs. You cycle all the way to San Remo and finish at the same location as the pro riders will do! We have only a few bib numbers available. The Gran Fondo San Remo-San Remo "la Classicissima" is the opportunity for the real enthusiasts of top cycling to experience the electric atmosphere of the grand classic Milan - San Remo race, where they can challenge themselves in person on the same roads as the pro’s.
Watch and ride from Milan-San Remo. Find out how it is to be a professional cyclist by climbing the Cipressa and the Poggio
Feel the ambience of the race at the finish line in San Remo.
Take part in the Gran Fondo 'La Classicissma"on Sunday morning 19 March
This great Milan-San Remo trip includes beautiful rides along the Mediterranean sea in Italy
Taste the Italian “bella trovato anche in queste voci”, way of life whilst cycling in Italy
Watch & Ride the opening classic of the UCI World Tour season; Milan-San Remo
Lake Como Tour
Tour Operator: Cycle Classic Tours
Italy
8 days (Bike: 6 days)
417 km (~70km per day)
Moderate
Guided, Self-Guided
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Guided
€ 1595
Self-Guided
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Overview
Tour Operator Cycle Classic Tours
Guided cycling Tour Lake Como on road bike
Welcome in Italy! Cycle the beautiful area of Lake Como in Northern Italy. Experience the peaceful countryside roads with very little traffic. Furthermore every year at the end of September the UCI Pro Tour race Giro di Lombardia will be held in this famous region.
Lake Como is among the bestselling cycling destinations in Italy. Cyclist can ride along the lake’s narrow roads passing through the picturesque Italian towns with the villas of the rich and famous (like George Clooney’s huge Villa house). Don’t forget to climb to Madonna del Ghisallo, a not-to-be missed cycling hot spot! On top you must visit the intimate road cycling museum, and home to many world class pro riders who gave away their cycling jerseys.
The Como region also borders with Switzerland and its nearby Lake Lugano, another great cycling playground. Cycle the rolling hills and ride through the typical Italian villages in this wonderful cycling paradise. Imaging drinking an espresso or cappuccino in the town of Bellagio after a hard day in the saddle or drinking a glass of wine, overlooking Lake Como. Challenging climbs and great views are waiting for you during this Road Cycling Holiday on the shores of Lake Como. Enjoy fitness with the qualities of life in Italy.
South Puglia Coast Tour
Tour Operator: Cycle Classic Tours
Italy
8 days (Bike: 6 days)
285 km (~48km per day)
Easy
Self-Guided
Semi-Supported
Prices from
Self-Guided
€ 640
Overview
Tour Operator Cycle Classic Tours
This Puglia Coast bike tour is the perfect way to visit all the best parts in the south of the region Puglia. On this bike tour you'll cycle along all the coastlines of South Puglia. Experience breathtaking coastlines, art and the wonderful nature of Puglia on two wheels!
Cycling Tour South Puglia on E bike or Trekking bike
This bike tour is a perfect way to see all the best parts in the south of Puglia in the Salento region. During this self-guided bike tour you’ll cycle along all the coastlines of South Puglia. Start your first day in the beautiful town of Lecce “Florence of the South”. This cycling tour allows you to immerse the best of South Puglia. Experience the culture of Puglia, taste the local traditional regional food, breath-taking coastlines, the wonderful nature and much more! This cycle tour is perfect for those who like short distances.
On your first bike day you cycle through Lecce here you see old and new olive trees, ancient ruins and protected areas part of the Regional Natural Park also called “Woods and Marshes Rauccio”. On your next day you go to Gallipoli here you reach the sea at the edge of the Reserve of Porto Selvaggio. From Gallipoli you cycle to Leuca don’t miss the beautiful harbour of Leuca. The next day you cycle up to Otranto exploring hidden bays and caves. Day 6 is a day around beautiful Otranto with so many magical places. Finally your last cycle day will lead you all the way back to Lecce.
Raid Corsica Road Cycling
Tour Operator: Cycle Classic Tours
France
8 days (Bike: 7 days)
982 km (~140km per day)
Advanced
Guided
Supported
Prices from
Guided
€ 1185
Overview
Tour Operator Cycle Classic Tours
This holiday allows you to explore Corsica island. Enjoy this wonderful journey on the roads of Corsica.
Experience Corsica – Guide Raid Corsica road cycling trip
The Raid Corsica is a famous cycling route and created by the Audax Club Parisien. This organisation has existed for more than 100 years and is known for the long distance race “Paris-Brest-Paris”. Cycling on Corsica is wonderful, the island offers you great rides through the beautiful and varied landscapes. Magnificent nature, a beautiful rocky coastline and lovely sandy beaches. Almost two third of Corsica is covered by natural parks. Furthermore you will experience great climbs and awesome downhills through the beautiful Corsican nature. Corsica is nicknamed “the mountain of the sea’. The route of this Raid Corsica is stunning, because of the famous hilly and mountainous scenery.
The tour starts in Bastia, you are cycling northwards around the Cap Corse. You will follow the coastal road with stunning views of the Mediterranean sea. During the tour you will visit many famous places in Corsica like: Porto, Piana, Ajaccio, Bonifacio, Aleria and Castagniccia. Ajaccio is the city where Napoleon was born.
If you looking for tough climbs this will be your change. This tours is only suitable for fit cyclist with daily stages from 100 km to 180 km. If you make it through all of the planned checkpoints of this program, you will get a medal and a certificate. We are there to look after you and provide the best possible assistance, so you just have to concentrate on your cycling! Be part of the Raid Corsica made by Corsicans!
Bike Trip Umbria
Tour Operator: Cycle Classic Tours
Italy
8 days (Bike: 6 days)
311 km (~52km per day)
Moderate
Self-Guided
Semi-Supported
Prices from
Self-Guided
€ 605
Overview
Tour Operator Cycle Classic Tours
Self guided bike Trip Umbria on Road bike, E bike or Trekking bike
This cycling Tour is perfect for those looking to personal experience the unique and unspoiled region of Umbria with its beauty and hospitality. Umbria, nestling between Tuscany, Marche and Lazio, is maybe one of the smallest regions of Italy, but is has a wide range of different landscapes: from harsh gorges, to sweet green hills, wild woods to fertile plains transformed by varied cultivations; oases of fresh, crystal clear spring water and enchanting lakes. This cycle tour combines the beauty of nature with sightseeing in quiet little medieval towns.
The trip starts and finishes in the surroundings of the beautiful and fascinating town of Assisi, the pilgrims’ town built against the slopes of Mount Subasio.
Assisi isn’t the only highlight of this tour. You will pass many other interesting small towns such as Spello, which has Roman origins,
Two nights you will spend in Torgiano allowing time to visit the county-town of Perugia. Its magnificent old town centre is certainly worth visiting, with renaissance palaces, medieval churches, museums and galleries,
During the second part of the tour you bike through a beautiful unspoiled scenery. The biker-friendly roads, the lovely towns and the green hills with cypresses, vineyards and olive trees make this tour unforgettable.
Jump on your bicycle and cycle through the wonderful region of Umbria
Spello the interesting place, containing many features dating back to Roman and medieval times.
Montefalco (472 m a.s.l.) also known as the ‘balcony of Umbria ’.
The Franciscan church, now a museum, what is decorated with magnificent 15th and 16th century frescoes by artists such as Benozzo Gozzoli and Perugino.
Montefalco with its lovely medieval square with a fountain and two Romanesque churches.
Torgiano, a small ‘borgo’ at the confluence of the rivers Chiascio and Tiber (Tevere).
Perugia. The aristocratic Renaissance palace with medieval churches and museums
Visit the Franciscan basilica in S.Maria degli Angeli.
Sardinia on Road Bike
Tour Operator: Cycle Classic Tours
Italy
7 days (Bike: 6 days)
501 km (~84km per day)
Moderate
Self-Guided
Semi-Supported
Prices from
Self-Guided
€ 825
Overview
Tour Operator Cycle Classic Tours
Cycle Sardinia and experience all the beauties of this wonderful island. Visit Alghero and old towns like Bonorva and Pattada. Cycle all the way to the East coast where you'll visit La Caletta, Olbia and Castelardo.
Self guided cycling Sardinia
Sardinia road cycling holiday, experience all the beauties of this wonderful island. Sardinia is the second largest Mediterranean island and has a lot to offer. The Sardinia on road bike Trip covers an outstanding cycling loop in the Northern part of the island. It is possible to start the grand tour either in Alghero or Olbia, whichever is the most convenient for you. Feel like a pro just as Vincenzo Nibali or Fabio Aru in the Giro d’Italia! Enjoy panoramic medieval villages, sunshiny beaches or small mountain ranges with physical action. Furthermore the locals are just like all Italians, warm and friendly. A warm welcome awaits you when you arrive on this wonderful Island.
Your start will be in Alghero, a very popular tourist resort. Walk around the ancient walls of the old town in the evening and enjoy Alghero’s history and the Sardinian culture. From Alghero you will start your tour on perfectly secondary paved roads, almost free of traffic. The route will take you right to the middle of Sardinia as you follow your way due to the traditional villages and old towns, like Bonorva and Pattada. At last you go down to the East coast town of La Caletta. This is beautiful because of its ancient town of fisherman’s and the cosy restaurants. The coastal way along the Mediterranean Sea brings you to the lively centre of Olbia. After Olbia you’ll cycle to the city of Castelardo before you reach finally Alghero again.
Amstel Gold Race
Tour Operator: Cycle Classic Tours
Netherlands
4 days (Bike: 1 days)
Moderate
Guided
Supported
Prices from
Guided
€ 595
Overview
Tour Operator Cycle Classic Tours
Amstel Gold cycling race 2021. From April 16 until April 19 Amstel Gold Cyclo - April 17; Pro Race - April 18
Watch and ride the one and only Dutch UCI World cycling classic; The Amstel Gold Race. Experience this cyclo event with short, narrow steep climbs. Ride the Amstel Gold Cyclo event and immerse a beautiful cycling weekend in the South of Holland.
Jump on your bike to get a fantastic experience in beautiful southern Limburg
Watch the 54th edition of the only Dutch Classic; the Amstel Gold Race
Feel the ambience of the race whilst following the riders on the track from the starting at Maastricht Market Square. Off course you will end your day on top of the famous Cauberg at Valkenburg to watch the finish of the Amstel Gold Race
Saturday 17 April 2021 will be a day to remember. The tour version of the Amstel Gold Race Challenge is the most beautiful and toughest Tour Classic in the Netherlands’. Don’t miss this unique atmosphere
Cycling in Holland is exploring beautiful picturesque villages on your way through southern Limburg
Taste the gastronomic specialities of the Dutch kitchen
On this four days cycling trip you will discover the best of the Netherlands. Explore the rolling hills in beautiful Limburg. This region on the footsteps of the Belgium Ardennes is famous for its steep, narrow climbs and is perfectly designed for cycling enthusiast. Including 31 climbs, many curves and often strong headwinds Amstel Gold race is definitely one of the toughest classics of the season. Welcome to cycling paradise! Don’t hesitate just book this fantastic Cycle Tour and immerse a beautiful cycling holiday in the Netherlands.
Lakes of Lombardy
Tour Operator: Cycle Classic Tours
Italy
6 days (Bike: 5 days)
409 km (~82km per day)
Moderate/Advanced
Guided
Supported
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Guided
€ 2495
Overview
Tour Operator Cycle Classic Tours
Guided cycling Tour Lakes of Lombardy 2021
This wonderful Lake Lombardy tour is designed for those who are looking to riding in the finest regions of Italian & Swiss lakes, a little bit of climbing, thrilling descents, fine dining and generally a riding holiday with Italian class. The trip starts from the shores of the second biggest lake of Italy, renowned for it’s mild climate, lush vegetation’s, classy regal villas and excellent riding. Over the week, you will ride across and along the shores of Lago di Lugano, Lago di Como, Lago d’Iseo, Lago d’Idro. And finally Lago di Garda following some of the great routes of the Giro d’Italia and La Lombardia. You will cycle some classic passes and exploring the delights of Italian pre-alpine mountains and lakes.
A trip to Lake Como is not complete without a ride up to Madonna del Ghisallo. Visit the famous hilltop cyclists chapel on top. You spend your last day riding through the limestone and Dolomites of Trento region before descending to Lago di Garda for one last evening of fine Italian food and wine!
Bike Trip South Puglia
Tour Operator: Cycle Classic Tours
Italy
6 days (Bike: 4 days)
190 km (~48km per day)
Easy
Guided
Prices from
Guided
€ 490
Overview
Tour Operator Cycle Classic Tours
Cycling Trip South Puglia on E bike or Trekking bike
Cycle around Lecce: the city of hundred churches and with its historic centre in the South of Italy. Lecce is the capital of Puglia and is a vibrant city, which downtown street lights up at sunset to animate the pleasant and warm evenings. In 6 days you’ll cycle the most hidden corners around Lecce. You’ll discover the beautiful hinterland inhabited by the ancient Messapians. Enjoy Lecce and beyond on two wheels.
Your first bike day starts in Lecce from here you go to the west coast of Gallipoli. Here you’ll immerse the history of this town which is famous for its “green gold” you will discover it in one of the many oil mills. Your next day will lead you to Acaya here you reach the sea. On day 4 you cycle the Francigena way, before reaching the Adriatic coast. Your last cycle day will be the east coast of Otranto, from here you go all the way back to Lecce. In Otranto you will visit beautiful creeks like “The Bay of the Turks” and its cliffs; old Roca and its Cave of Poetry; St. Andrea and its stacks.
On your way around Puglia there are plenty possibilities of a refreshing swim in the clear sea of Puglia.
Jump on your biscycle and bike through South Puglia
Gallipoli famous for its “green gold” with many oil mills that the old town still preserves
Le Cesine nature Reserve and the fortified village of Acaya.
Beautiful creeks: The Bay of the Turks and its cliffs; old Roca and its Cave of Poetry; St. Andrea and its stacks.
The medieval Abbey of Cerrate on the Francigena Way
The most beautiful coasts of Puglia
The “Lecce Stone”
The medieval Abbey of Cerrate on the Francigena Way
And Salento with its great street food
Giethoorn Cycling Tour
Tour Operator: Cycle Classic Tours
Netherlands
6 days (Bike: 4 days)
227 km (~57km per day)
Easy
Self-Guided
Semi-Supported
Prices from
Self-Guided
€ 695
Overview
Tour Operator Cycle Classic Tours
Experience this Giethoorn Cycling Tour on a high class road bike, ebike or trekking bike Self guided Giethoorn Cycling Tour. From April 1 until October 15.
Giethoorn is a little village right in the Weerribben National Park. The park is one of the largest areas of fenland in north-western Europe. Giethoorn is characterised by wooden bridges and many canals. Some old historic houses can only reached by boat. Giethoorn also known as the ‘’Dutch Venice’’ is the base of your cycling Trip. You will not only discover this magnificent 100km2 nature reserve. You will also visit Kampen, Zwolle and Hasselt. All these places are historically Hanseatic places.
Cycle around the Beulakerwijde and Belterwijde and visit the lakes, flowery hay meadows, dense swamp forests and extensive reed beds. Because of all the water some various villages are difficult to reach on your bike. You can use for this the water taxi. This will take you to one of the surrounding village nearby Giethoorn. The best way to discover Giethoorn and National Park the Weerribben is by bike. Giethoorn is the perfect start location for your cycling trip and cycling around this beautiful old village is an epic experience!
Jump on your road bike and discover Giethoorn and all the beauties around this village
Giethoorn is also known as the “Little Venice” or the “Venice of the Netherlands”.
Visit the National park Weerribben-Wieden with all its wonderful lakes, reed beds, swamp forests, wet meadows and other nature.
Museum “De Oude Aarde”. Here is an exhibition of gems, ornamental stones and minerals, and a terrarium.
Cycle around the Beulakerwijde and Belterwijde
The vegetation and wildlife, such as the otter, black tern, northern pike and water soldier, are typical for an area like this, which is full of peat and water.
Visit the villages Kampen, Zwolle and Hasselt.
Giethoorn is unqiue with all his wooden bridges and many canals.