Karoo Gravelgrinder

The town of Prince Albert is at the southern edge of the Great Karoo. Prince Albert is undoubtedly South Africa's most attractive Karoo Town and lies at the foot of the iconic gravel Swartberg Pass, built by Thomas Bain in 1888, it has remained in it's original form for over 140 years.

For the duration of the tour you are based in Prince Albert at a luxury bed and breakfast. The picturesque town of Prince Albert is known as the "Jewel of the Great Karoo" and lies at the foot of the iconic Swartberg Pass. There's lots to do and see in the town after you've stretched your legs on the bike in the morning.

The routes vary from day to day with differing terrain. You will traverse the iconic Swartberg Pass, ride across the plains of the Great Karoo and experience the farmlands on the southern and northern foothills of the Swartberg Range. It's a real Karoo experience incorporating both the Klein and Groot Karoo.

Water stops are always fully stocked and provided at the halfway mark.

The scenery is always spectacular whether you are climbing 12% inclines in the mountains or cruising the flats out in the desert.

The day's ride ends with lunch at a carefully chosen restaurant.

Afternoons can be spent exploring the town and its attractions like Gay's working dairy or the Art collection at the Prince Albert Gallery, Wine Farms, Olive farms and virgin oil presses or just relax at the numerous antique and coffee shops. A nice afternoon nap is another option.

Evenings are spent socialising and enjoying local cuisine at African Relish, Simply Saffron and other restaurants in the town.

​If you have any specific dietary requirements, our restaurants and caterers are fully equipped to cater to all your needs.

Late night entertainment isn't a big thing in a Karoo town, but you can venture out of town on a moonless night and do a bit of stargazing. Watching the sunset over the town before dinner from the nearest koppie is always a pleasant outing.