Eurocycle Adventures

The Camino de Santiago is considered to be a spiritual expedition in its original form. A spiritual quest, the sense of physical accomplishment, making unique friendships and experiencing amazing landscapes are all reasons why thousands of people make the pilgrimage each year. Traditionally it’s done on foot but completing this expedition on two wheels is a magical way to see even more of this beautiful area and complete the 200km required to officially become a 'pilgrim'. We will be taking the Northern Way from Oviedo in Asturias along its stunning rugged coastline, into Galicia and then up to Santiago de Compostela. You'll also experience magnificent mountain scenery and arguably the best food Spain has to offer along the way.

Undulating/hilly terrain with perhaps three ascents per day on more challenging days. Long distance overall but distances per day are fairly manageable. Riders should have a good level of fitness and experience riding a bicycle. They should be competent with trail and loose gravel riding and regular cycling, gym sessions or other cardiovascular activity is recommended prior to attending this tour.

Transylvania is home to some of Europe's best-preserved medieval towns, old Saxon architecture, citadel ruins and ancient forests. For the first half of this adventure we’ll encounter the likes of Bran ‘Dracula’s’ Castle, the medieval town of Brasov and the beautiful Saxon villages with their fortified churches surrounded by rich pastoral landscapes. From there the diversity of this adventure will truly be experienced as we then head to Eastern Romania, travelling first class, to a completely different landscape, the UNESCO’s World Heritage listed Danube Delta. It’s one of the best preserved ecosystems in Europe consisting of hundreds of water inlets and providing a sanctuary for 300 species of birds, 160 species of fish and one of the largest single expanses of reed beds in the world. It’s no wonder it was featured on David Attenborough’s ‘7 Worlds, One Planet’. Make no mistake this is an absolutely amazing tour with huge diversity and a full but exciting travel schedule; so be sure to bring your sense of adventure for a truly memorable time.

Overall the cycling is very manageable with an average of around 50km per day. The first 3 days have an undulating terrain with the first day being the most challenging. The 5 days on the Danube Delta have mostly flat terrain with a slightly longer distance covered each day. Riders should have a good level of fitness and experience riding a bicycle as well as be competent with trail and loose gravel riding on both a mountain and hybrid bike.

Welcome and thanks for joining us on this cycle tour of the South Tyrol Italian Alps, the stunning north of Tuscany and enchanting Cinque Terre Coastline. This tour follows the famous Adige Cycle Trail and the EuroVelo Via Romea (Francigena) Route 5 Trail, two unforgettable and diverse cycleways linking the Tyrolean city of Bolzano to the Cinque Terre on the Italian west coast. At the start of the tour you’ll get to experience stunning Italian Alps and a real Italian/German mix of culture. Before heading through the iconic city of Parma, where parma ham, parmesan cheese and Lambrusco wines were born and into the famous Tuscan region. Ending this amazing journey in the Cinque Villages, perched on the clifftops. The average temperature in early June is 25°C, lovely weather in a truley magical region for cycling.

This tour is certainly challenging but you don’t have to be an expert to be able to do it! Days 2 and 6 are the most challenging with big climbs on these days. Day 5 and Day 7 also have some challenges in terms of distance and undulations, but the remainder of the ride is relatively forgiving. Regular cycling, gym sessions or other cardiovascular activity is recommended prior to attending this tour.

Well, then this trip is for you! Catalonia is a magical place made for cycling. This trip is exceptionally diverse with many highlights including the stunning Costa Brava coast, Garrotxa volcanic area, Cap de Creus National Park and the historic coastal town of Cadaques.

Days 3, 4 and 8 are mostly flat and very manageable. Day 5 has steep undulation but if you are determined you’ll be fine. An E-bike is available for rent on this day. Along with the challenging ascending sections, the overall distance covered is substantial therefore regular cycling, gym sessions or other cardiovascular activity is recommended prior to attending this tour.

This jaw-dropping ride follows the famous Alpe-Adria and Parenzana trails on an unforgettable route through four countries from the Austrian and Italian Alps to the Slovenian and Croatian coastline. With its magnificent mountain scenery, you'll be awe-struck by the dramatic surrounding landscapes along the purpose-built Alpe-Adria cycle trail in Austria and Italy - which explains why this trail was awarded the European Cycle Path Award of the year in 2015. Watch Video here

The more ruggered and rural Parenzana trail in the Balkans, the scenery is equally magnificent with the sparkling Adriatic and expansive views from the remote hillside villages in the heart of the Istrian Peninsula. In such mountainous areas, this trip is ironically very forgiving, following the valleys that cut through the mountains. Perfect for the intermediate cyclist who enjoys manageable riding, taking in the surroundings and experiencing the diverse local culture of four different countries.

Commencing the tour in Salzburg and heading south, you’ll get to explore the picturesque Austrian Alps and experience Austrian culture at its best at the Villacher Kirchtag; Austria's largest traditional festival. Put simply, it's a authentically Austrian and really truly spectacular! The second half of the tour leads us into Italy and down to the Adriatic Sea to the finish in Pula, riding along abandoned railway lines and trails are arguably some of Europe’s best landscapes. This is truly an unforgettable trip of a lifetime!

This tour is certainly challenging but you don’t have to be an expert to be able to do it! Day 2 is the most challenging but there is an option to get the train if you are feeling the pinch. Day 1 and Day 6 also have some challenging undulations but the remainder of the ride is relatively forgiving. Regular cycling, gym sessions or other cardiovascular activity is recommended prior to attending this tour.

The Ciro Trail is an unsung gem for gravel cycling enthusiasts, offering a wealth of historical and natural sites as well as spectacular scenery on a well establised traffic-free cycle path. The converted bike path once served as a narrow-gauged railway originally for military purposes and later as a lifeline by transporting goods and people between the sea in Croatia and hinterland in Bosnia & Herzegovina.

Starting out in Sarajevo, there is so much to explore from the history of it’s chequered past of multiple wars to its stunning old town and excellent food and coffee scene. There is no better way to experience this city than with a group tour with our friends at Meet Bosnia Tours. The Visočica mountain range and Prenj mountain area, know as the Alps of the Balkans, provide challenging cycling with magnificent mountain scenery - you'll be awe-struck by the views and rugged rock formations. Following the Ciro Trail, the route takes us to one of the most visited cities in Europe, Dubrovnik with its outstanding medieval architecture and fortified old town. To experience three historical cities - Sarajevo, Mostar and Dubrovnik is a truly unique opportunity to indulge in the best of the Balkan cities - with each city offering their own unique character and highlights. Topping off the tour in pure Croatian style, we will head to the coast and a true highlight of the tour - Mljet Island, the greenest of all Croatian islands, it boasts fantastic wildlife, stunning beaches and pristine lakes in the protected national park. This tour provides a unique blend of history, natural beauty and adventure for gravel cycling enthusiasts who appreciate a special slice of Balkan architecture, culture and history.

This tour is certainly challenging awith mixture of paved roads and offroad on gravel cycle ways. Whilst you don’t have to be an expert to be able to do it you will have to be comfortable riding on gravel and uneven surfaces. The first 3 days and day 7 are the most challenging with uphill riding. Regular cycling on such terrain, as well as gym sessions or other cardiovascular activity is recommended prior to attending this tour.

The Roman 'Limes' along the Danube, the fortresses of Komárom and Komarno, the natural landscape of the Danube Bend and the banks of the Danube in Budapest are all important heritage attractions offering visitors enjoyable diversions. The whole Hungarian section of the Danube is protected as a Natura 2000 Site providing endangered species with vital habitats, such as the famous Gemenc Forest. The average temperature in May is a pleasant 23 °C.

This has some small challenges, however the majority of the riding follows the Danube River and is relatively flat and forgiving....so you don’t have to be an expert to be able to do it! Regular cycling, gym sessions or other cardiovascular activity is recommended prior to attending this tour.

This fantastic four-day tour involves riding on 60% traffic-free tarmac and gravel bike paths and trails around the Vale of York and the east Yorkshire coastline. You'll get to experience the famous Yorkshire countryside, superb riverside riding, the North York Moors and explore the historic streets of Beverley and York. Trail cycling on this route is in abudance with 3 purpose built cycle trails linking most of the entire journey. The Yorkshire coastline is extremely picquesue with attractions such as Humbumby Gap, Flamborough Head, Whitby and Staiths all perfect to see by bike. From county to coast and everything inbetween, it’s a special part of the UK for all to explore.

Highlights

• Experience the wonder of the Yorkshire Coastline.
• Visit the spectaclur sights of Flamborough head and Bempton cliffs
• Visit the historic spa towns of York and Beverley.
• Feel the freedom of riding 3 of Yorkshire’s best traffic-free paths
• Experience a vibrant night out exploring the streets of Beverley
• Visit the charming coastal towns and villages of Robin Hood’s Bay, Whitby and Staiths

This ride is graded as ‘Challenging’ because whilst the distance is manageable for a semi-regular rider with medium fitness, there are hilly days of riding, both on and off road.

Day 3 & 4 encounter hilly sections which are steep in parts. The average amount of uphill riding per day is 580m and the highest elevation is 880m. The other two days are fairly flat. We’ll use either back roads, country lanes or tarmac/gravel cycling paths.

The Dordogne and West Coast tour comes close to offering everything that travellers head to France for: traditional French cuisine, a spectacular landscape of vineyards, gorgeous Atlantic Coastline, dense forests, beautiful chateaux, winding rivers and picturesque fortified villages such as Beynac and La Roque Gageac. The tour starts in the charming city of Bordeaux and then heads west exploring the Aquitaine region of France taking in the vast beaches of the Atlantic Coast and famous vineyards of this region. Charming towns such as Bergerac, Sarlat and Domme are also a must see and what better way to visit this amazing part of the world than by bike! We'll wind our way through the world renowned and beautiful villages of this region, hugging the banks of the Dordogne river along the journey. You will get the opportunity to spend a leisurely day canoeing down with the tide of this magical river and sampling the finest food and drink of this magnificent hidden gem of France. This is a very diverse and beautiful tour that really allows you to immerse yourself in all the cultural goodies that France has to offer. If you've forgotten what the outside world is like and are itching to get out, then this one's for you!

Overall the cycling is very manageable with an average of around 50km per day for five of the seven days and only around 20km’s for the other two days. The first two days are flat terrain along the coast. Days 3, 4 and 6 are the most challenging with some undulating terrain and some decent hills thrown in. Days 5 and 7 are short days in term of distance as we are using Vitrac as a base on day 5 - exploring the local sights and we will make sure to challenge those who would like it as there are some hilly terrain that will challenge all. Day 7 is easy riding as we explore the streets of Sarlat and Bordeaux before setting off home either that evening or the following morning, depending on individual travel arrangements. Riders should have a good level of fitness and experience riding a bicycle, as well as be competent with trail and loose gravel riding on both a mountain and hybrid bike.

Join us for a magnificent adventure along the coast of northern France and Belgium! The ride follows around 80% off-road cycle-ways taking in the gentle scenery surrounding canal-side paths through Belgium (and a small portion of Northern France). We'll visit Bruges with its cobbled streets and medieval buildings as well as the Flanders countryside, stopping at some of the famous war memorials along the way. Of course this enjoyable leisurely ride is topped off by a visit to the Poperinge Beer and Hop festival

It’s a very social trip taking it at your own pace with opportunity to enjoy the great café culture, taste the chocolate and some of the world's best beers.

The distance covered is somewhat substantial but flat and straight-forward. The route consists mostly of well paved designated cycle paths. Having a low to moderate level of fitness will be adequate for the tour.