Pedal and Sea Adventures

Though it’s hard to pick just one highlight of this trip, it’s equally difficult to imagine a place more stunning than Dubrovnik, with its imposing fortress and walls, medieval alleyways and gracious cafés. Local lore has it that Dubrovnik was founded in the 7th century, but recent archaeological excavations suggest the town may be older still, and some Greek artifacts have been found within its old fortress.

Croatia is one of the world’s best places — old and venerable, beautiful and exciting — and we can’t wait to return every year. Our Dubrovnik to Trogir bicycle tour hugs the coast of South Dalmatia, including the ancient walled city of Dubrovnik, a UNESCO World Heritage site. You will cycle around the islands of Korčula, Mljet and Lastovo, enjoying the best of sea and sky in one of Europe’s oldest destinations. After each ride you’ll be returning to our luxury boat and begin the journey to the next stunning vista, perhaps stopping enroute for a dip in the sparkling clear water.

Ireland is a country of prehistoric graves, crumbling fortresses and ruined monasteries all nestled against a vibrant green backdrop that remains as it has for centuries — breathtakingly beautiful! Our tour will take you through soft green fields, along awesome cliffs and beside the beaches of Connemara. And the heart and the music of Ireland will never be more than a stone’s throw away.

Let Pedal & Sea Adventures take you on a magical bicycle tour of Ireland. The tour will take you to Doolin, where some of the world’s best pubs — brimming with live music — can be found. From there you will cycle along a harsh and rocky stretch of the Burren; explore the island of Inishmore, where the best glass of Guinness can be found; and spin along the quiet roads of Western Ireland nestled between the mountains and coastline. This is one of the world’s best bicycle rides, and a delightful addition to Pedal and Sea’s international bicycle tours. There’s no better way to enjoy Ireland.

Tuscany, like a fine wine, has been some time in the making. Just the mention of the region conjures images of superb Renaissance art and landscapes famous for rolling hills, olive groves and cypress trees. The many pleasures of Tuscany include tasting wine in Chianti and relaxing in the piazzas of medieval towns. Whatever you do, the combination of great art, sumptuous countryside and memorable food and wine makes a cycling trip to this enchanting part of Italy unforgettable.

For a truly unique vacation, let Pedal & Sea Adventures introduce you to a world of history, beauty and amazing culinary riches during our bicycle tour of Tuscany. You will pass through the charming towns of Pienza, Greve, San Gimignano, Siena and Montalcino — to name just a few. Our itinerary provides ample opportunity to explore these incredible places, and to taste food and wine so savoury and fresh that it will be hard not to return for more.

Newfoundland has given the world many firsts: It was here that Marconi received the first transatlantic radio signal; here that Alcock and Brown launched the first transatlantic flight to Paris; here that scientists discovered proof that the continents drift. Geologists are perpetually fascinated with the Tablelands, where the earth’s mantle is forced to the surface by tremendous tectonic pressures, and once you experience this terrain you will be, too.

Our Newfoundland bicycle tour is one of our favorites! This is the far east of the western world, where science and beauty collide to provide a land that is both breathtaking and humbling, too. It’s that austere, unspoiled beauty that defines this great place: Enormous lakes — or ponds, as the locals call them — were carved by massive prehistoric glaciers, are surrounded by dramatic cliffs extending 2,000 feet above the water. The rocky coast, explored by Vikings more than 1,000 years ago, the rough wilderness, the ocean, and its sweeping vistas, the world’s friendliest people — this is the Newfoundland that we want you to meet!

4 days cycling, 1 day hiking

This bike tour will appeal to travellers who want to get in a few more miles during the week, and see more of the province while they’re at it. Our Best of Both Coast Tour will have you cycling both the Lighthouse Route, along Nova Scotia’s South Shore, and the Evangeline Trail, which runs parallel to the incomparable Bay of Fundy. You’ll start the tour in Hubbards and cycle your way down the south shore of Nova Scotia before heading over to the Bay of Fundy side of the province where the tides are the world’s highest, rising more than 54 feet (16.5 metres) in the Minas Basin.

Of course, no Pedal & Sea tour would be complete without incredible attention to detail. As you would imagine in a province that boasts more than 5,000 miles of coastline, seafood is our special bounty, and you’ll have the opportunity to taste the freshest seafood in both classic and modern dishes. Fortunately, the mileage on this tour is high, so you’ll be able to eat well without any guilt whatsoever!

Experience one of Canada’s national treasures: our tiniest province. Known to many as the setting for Anne of Green Gables, this island is made for touring. You will experience red sandstone cliffs, scenic fishing villages and towering sand dunes as you cycle the island from one side to the other.

As with every Pedal & Sea Adventure, you’ll spend every night at a fabulous country inn, and feast on of Prince Edward Island’s famously fresh foods: potatoes, strawberries and— of course— lots of seafood. We’ll taste the very best that the island has to offer, and that's saying something.

This cycling tour starts in Mill River and winds its way through Malpeque Bay and past the Bay of St. Lawrence, to the most easterly point of the island. On the way, we’ll pass through lovely villages, including Cavendish, North Rustico, Brackley Beach and Stanhope. The tour is designed to appeal to all levels of cyclists. P.E.I.’s highest point is only 400 feet above sea level — beginners don’t have to worry about being unprepared, but there’s still plenty to challenge more experienced cyclists.

Puglia, an emerging destination in southern Italy, is now being touted as the next Tuscany. This is an ancient world — its hills and small coastal towns are steeped in history. Located on the eastern coast, it’s a place deep in the heartland of Greek mythology, and Puglia does have a distinctly Greek feel, but its ruins also feature Gothic and Byzantine architecture, among others. What better way to explore this mysterious region of olive groves and emerald waters than by bicycle?

We love venturing off the beaten path to discover ancient footpaths and isolated villages, seeing the Italy Hannibal knew, and tasting truly authentic food. This is Puglia, and it awaits modern-day adventurers. You’ll cycle past castles both small and grand, and old stone trulli dwellings. You’ll swim in the Adriatic and Ionian seas and view the Strait of Otranto. You’ll sleep in ancient masserias — fortified country homes renovated into elegant inns — and explore cities with histories that stretch back thousands of years. With all that surrounds you, you might even feel that you’re in some bewitching fairy tale.

Cycle Croatia’s unspoiled northern coast

Kvarner Bay: Croatia’s best-kept secret! It is a region of diverse stories and strong emotions. An ecologically unpolluted area, rich in cultural and historical heritage. It is a priceless combination of the sea, islands and highlands in an exceptionally small space.

Discover a dramatic coastline and a string of islands dotted with hidden coves on our new cycling tour through Croatia’s Kvarner Bay. Your adventure will start on our private boat in the historical city of Rijeka, where the oldest traces of human presence in this area date back to the Palaeolithic and Neolithic periods, and the remnants of prehistoric castles date to the Bronze and Iron Ages. From there you’ll visit the islands of Lošinj, Molat, Pag and Dugi Otok among others. We will also visit the old town of Zadar, home to more than 3,000 years of history. Experiencing Croatia by bicycle and boat is the only way to find the heart of this diverse and poetic country. We look forward to sharing it with you!

Settled mainly by Swiss and German immigrants in the middle of the 18th century, Lunenburg has become one of Nova Scotia’s most historic and beautiful towns. The homes and buildings here date back more than a century (1760-1890) and the streets still adhere to the original town plan of 1753. Because of this exemplary preservation, Lunenburg was honoured with the distinction of becoming a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1995. Lunenburg’s colourful waterfront, narrow streets and captivating architecture radiate the town’s seafaring heritage.

Our self-guided tours are designed for those who wish for the details to be taken care of for them, such as accommodations and route notes, but wish to cycle the week on their own time.

Based out of Lunenburg, this wonderful self-guided tour runs as a family tour, a tour for small groups, or for the couple who would like to enjoy this area without the hassle of packing your things every morning. Your home for the week will be a wonderful historic Inn. Filled with beautiful coastal loop rides and a day of kayaking, your senses will be awakened. You’ll also explore the small towns of Mahone Bay and LaHave before settling in each evening with some of the freshest seafood along the eastern seaboard. We’re sure this tour will inspire you to experience the other wonderful secrets of our beautiful Nova Scotia home.

Cycling and sailing through Croatia is absolutely the only way to find the heart of this diverse and poetic country. The area boasts having Europe’s most dramatic shorelines. The stark grey wall of the mainland’s coastal mountains is the backdrop to the beautiful islands you will cycle. We look forward to exploring this country with you.

Our bicycle tour in Southern Dalmatia, Croatia — an absolutely stunning part of the world — will take us through charming towns and beautiful islands. We will tour through the towns of Split, Hvar, Stari Grad and Korčula, towns that include two UNESCO World Heritage sites, so named for their impeccable preservation, historic value and stunning beauty. After each ride you’ll be returning to our luxury boat and begin the journey to the next stunning vista, perhaps stopping enroute for a dip in the sparkling clear water.