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Since launching in 1981 with only six tours in a four-page brochure, Explore has grown to offer over 500 trips; from classic ‘discovery’ group tours, solo traveller holidays and active family adventures, to walking holidays, cycling trips and even self-guided options. Choose from over 120 countries and explore cultures, landscapes, wildlife and communities from Asia to Africa, the Arctic to the Americas.
Highlights of Cuba
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Cuba
8 days (Bike: 9 days)
286 km (~32km per day)
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Cycling on quiet roads we explore Cuba's verdant countryside, colonial towns and revolutionary history.
From Havana we cycle past the historic Bay of Pigs and inviting tropical beaches to charming Trinidad where we experience Cuban hospitality in Casas Particulares. Along the way we learn about modern day Cuba and excellent live music is never far away. Finally we visit Che Guevara's Mausoleum in Santa Clara.Now is undoubtedly a fantastic time to visit Cuba to see and experience the island. Visiting Cuba is like stepping back in time as little has changed over the past 50 years. To fully enjoy the Cuban experience you should travel with a willingness to expect the unexpected and, above all, an adventurous spirit. In our opinion go now and experience this unique destination before it changes.
Athens and Saronic Islands by bike
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Greece
8 days (Bike: 5 days)
127 km (~25km per day)
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Quiet roads
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Explore the Greek islands of Poros and Aegina in the Saronic Gulf on this self-guided cycle trip.
From Athens you travel by boat to the islands, each with its own unique charm. On cycle routes you explore the beaches, wetlands, beautiful coastline, villages and ancient sites. The temple of Aphaia is arguably the jewel in the crown of Aegina. Please note that in the quieter months (April and November, December) there are more limited ferry connections and we can offer start dates on Sunday or Tuesday only. The daily ferry times change throughout the year which can affect the amount of cycling possible each day. This itinerary is designed to accommodate the ferry schedule with a number of optional cycle rides during the week and it is important for you to be happy adopting a flexible approach to each day. Also on rare occasions there can be last minute ferry schedule changes throughout the year so the itinerary sequence and duration on the islands can vary.
Backroads of Cuba
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Cuba
15 days (Bike: 12 days)
691 km (~58km per day)
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A remarkable cycle journey across Cuba that explores the island's revolutionary history, diverse landscapes and its unique brand of Caribbean culture.
Riding on relatively quiet roads, this moderate to challenging tour discovers rich colonial heritage, tropical coastlines, jungle-clad mountains and historic sites such as the Bay of Pigs and Che Guevara's mausoleum. In Havana and Trinidad we go local and stay in privately run Casas Particulares.Now is undoubtedly a fantastic time to visit Cuba to see and experience the island. Visiting Cuba is like stepping back in time as little has changed over the past 50 years. To fully enjoy the Cuban experience you should travel with a willingness to expect the unexpected and, above all, an adventurous spirit. In our opinion go now and experience this unique destination before it changes.
Cycle Cuba!
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Cuba
15 days (Bike: 3 days)
96 km (~32km per day)
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Cycle with us through Cuba as we tour the colonial capital of Havana, explore tropical forests and pedal past the striking limestone landscape of Viñales.
In Viñales and historic Trinidad we go local and stay in privately run Casas Particulares. We also ride through the forests of Topes de Collantes Nature Reserve and along the Caribbean coast to Trinidad, stopping to swim in tropical pools and see the infamous Bay of Pigs.Now is undoubtedly a fantastic time to visit Cuba to see and experience the island. Visiting Cuba is like stepping back in time as little has changed over the past 50 years. To fully enjoy the Cuban experience you should travel with a willingness to expect the unexpected and, above all, an adventurous spirit. In our opinion go now and experience this unique destination before it changes.
Cycle Jordan
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Jordan
9 days (Bike: 5 days)
198 km (~40km per day)
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Mixed on/off-road, Mostly flat
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Join us on a cycle journey that uncovers the wild beauty and cultural heritage of Jordan.
After the Crusader Castle of Shobak and a float in the Dead Sea, we follow the King's Highway to the rock-hewn 'lost' city of Petra. We ride down to the southern desert and spend a memorable night under the stars in Wadi Rum at a Bedouin camp. Ending our journey on the Red Sea you can snorkel, swim or just relax. We travel mainly on good tarmac roads (80% tarmac, 20% cycle paths) except for a section of day 7 on hard-packed mud or 'jelada'. The terrain is generally flat or gently undulating with some ascents and long descents.
Cycle Nicaragua to the Panama Canal
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Costa Rica, Nicaragua & Panama
14 days (Bike: 8 days)
277 km (~35km per day)
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This tour takes us cycling through some of the most beautiful scenery in Central America.
We ride past smoking volcanoes, through cloud forest and around national parks. We also cycle by lakes and see the famous Panama Canal. En route we visit the volcanic island of Ometepe and the tropical islands of Bocas del Toro for a little relaxation. The terrain is often undulating to mountainous. 95% of the route is on tarmac roads in reasonably good condition while 5% is ridden on dirt or gravel roads which are rough at times.
Cycle Tanzania - Kilimanjaro to Ngorongoro
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Tanzania
8 days (Bike: 5 days)
191 km (~38km per day)
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Join us on this cycling adventure from Kilimanjaro to Ngorongoro, the world's largest volcanic caldera.
We cycle on a mixture of rough dirt tracks and paved roads from the slopes of Kili past Mount. Meru to the spectacular Rift Valley, traversing savannah, bush, forests and wildlife migration corridors. We go on safari game drives in Tarangire and Lake Manyara National Parks and the Ngorongoro Crater. Along the way we gain an insight into local life as we pass lively towns and remote Maasi villages. The terrain is undulating and varied with a few steep hills. We cycle on a mixture of tarmac roads (38%) and gravel or dirt tracks (62%).
Cycling England Coast to Coast
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United Kingdom
4 days (Bike: 3 days)
225 km (~75km per day)
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On this cycling trip we cross the breadth of England on two wheels from Whitehaven on the Irish Sea to Tynemouth on the North Sea.
This classic coast to coast challenge cycles through some of the wildest and most spectacular landscapes in the north of England; discovering the dramatic beauty of the Lake District, Eden Valley and the rugged North Pennines.
Cycling North Cyprus
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Cyprus
8 days (Bike: 5 days)
232 km (~46km per day)
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Mostly flat, Some hills
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Visit this beautiful part of the island.
We cycle through traditional villages where churches and mosques stand side by side and hibiscus, jasmin, bougainvillea, orange and lemon trees line our path. Visit Ancient Greek Salamis and the Royal Tombs, Saint Barnabas Monastery, medieval Famagusta and the beautiful harbour town of Kyrenia - the 'pearl of the Mediterranean'. On this trip we enjoy Turkish hospitality, delicious food and 340 days of sunshine a year.