Sportive Breaks

Starting in glamorous Cortina, this small group tour takes in Tre Croce, the Giau, Campolongo, Sella Ronda, Stelvio and Gavia in 6 epic rides. With expert guides leading the rides, a pro level mechanic in the support van, regular feed stops and social post ride evenings, this is one of the best weeks possible on a bike.

Over the Tour of the Dolomites week we spend the first night in Cortina, two nights in Corvara, a night in Merano and finish with two nights in Bormio. All our hotels are 3* family run, traditional hotels of the region. We choose these hotels for their hospitality, cycling facilities and great local food.

Highlights

• Experience the Sella Ronda: In the heart of the Dolomites are four climbs that make the Sella Ronda. Often called the best 55km in cycling, this is an unmissable destination with sensational views.
• Climb the Stelvio: Possibly the most famous climb in the world. we ride the Stelvio from Bormio.

We can’t wait to get you get you up close and immersed in the atmosphere of the 2025 Tour Down Under. Our tours and travel packages cater for all, offering flexibility and the ideal experience on, and off the bike. We include a premium hotel in the centre of town that keeps you close to the pros. With homebase set, we carefully craft our tours based on the race route based on 15 years of experience.

Our goal is to leave you with lasting memories of awesome riding, race viewing, and an incredible experience among great company. You’ll keep up close to the race as you tour South Australia with us. Before the showdown in the City of Adelaide, we’ll wind through the Barossa Valley, McLaren Vale, Willunga (with your chance to attack the hill yourself!). And of course, there are plenty of opportunities for you to sample the gourmet offerings of our region along the way.

The routes featured on our cycling tours are designed by our local experts. You’ll enjoy the very best roads that Adelaide has to offer for plenty of amazing moments on the bike. As an Official Approved Travel Specialist for the 2025 Santos Tour Down Under, you can be assured knowing we have the access and expertise to offer you the ideal experience. Our packages cater for all, so whether you’re cycling, spectating or looking forward to a mix of both, we can’t wait to welcome you to Adelaide!

Highlights

• Ride sections of the race route with our local expert guides
• Prime viewing of race stages
• Fully supported tour designed by Adelaide cyclists
• Premium hotel in the heart of the CBD

Choose between riding and witnessing the men's race in it's entirety on our 7 day tour or join us for a 'long-weekend' away to witness the final 4 days.

Sportive Breaks are your Official Tour Operator for the 2024 Vuelta a Espana offering you premium access to the race. Our final week tour is suitable for both cyclists of any level and non-cycling spectators. The hotels we stay at are in excellent locations with the world-renowned Spanish cuisine we all enjoy so much. Daily, guided rides give cyclists the opportunity to ride some of the most beautiful climbs that feature on this year’s Vuelta a Espana. The inclusion of exclusive Vuelta Hospitality experiences elevates this tour to another level. Spectators can enjoy Vuelta culture in style and comfort.

Highlights

• Stay in Asturias, Rioja and Madrid
• La Vuelta Hospitality included inc Madrid
• Fully supported tour with experienced local guides​
• Ride the Angliru, Lagos de Covadonga, Alto Moncalvillo, Picon Blanco and many more
• LIVE Stage viewing On 6 stages
• Return airport transfers from Madrid Barajas Airport
• See the Sights, Enjoy Spanish Cuisine

• 3 September – Stage 16: Lagos de Covadonga – VIP Finish Hospitality
• 6 September – Stage 19 – Alto Moncalvillo – Finish Hospitality
• 7 September – Stage 20 – Picon Blanco – Cross the Finish and VIP Finish Hospitality
• 8 September – Stage 21 – Madrid – Neptuno Hospitality included

The race for yellow will start on 29th June in the stunning city of Florence. Italy is known for its stunning landscapes, world famous cuisine and cycling roads that host a Grand Tour and two monuments of their own. The Giro d’Italia, Milan San Remo and Il Lombardia are some of the biggest races in the calendar. Its no wonder the tour has decided to start in Italy!

The peloton will leave Florence, taking a route which leads to the coastal city of Rimini, situated on the Adriatic coast. Stage 2 leaves Cesenatico, heading back across the country to Bologna, where the peloton will do laps of a city centre circuit. From Bologna, the Tour will head to Turin, where the Alps appear in the northwest of the city.

Our tour starts in Florence on Thursday 27th June, so we can watch the team presentation. You will then be able to ride some of the routes whilst following the race. You will experience the race from the roadside, ride on some incredible Italian roads and enjoy the fantastic Italian cuisine.

Highlights

• Spectator and rider friendly: Explore the stunning cycling roads Italy has to offer and indulge in its amazing cuisine
• Premium 4* accommodation : In the heart of Florence, Bologna and Turin
• Watch 3 Stages LIVE plus the Team presentation.

Spend 11 days with us in the Netherlands and Belgium on our Ardennes classics cycling tour. Our team of local riders and mechanics will guide you around their home roads for an unforgettable experience. Not only will the cyclists in the group be well-looked after there is also plenty to do for those who don’t ride a bike themselves but are fans of this great sport.

Ride Two Sportives: Start with Amstel Gold and finish with the Liege Bastogne Liege. Distance options are available and transport is included for the long distance options if you choose those. Plenty of guided rides included in between as well.

Watch 3 Classics: Watch Amstel Gold, Liege Bastogne Liege and Fleche Wallone.

Fully supported tour: Our team of local hosts, drivers and mechanics look after you with all in-resort transport and support on guided rides. We also take a break from cycling with several visits and trips like a beer brewery visit, museum visits and a trip to the Shimano experience centre. Bike rental is also available at a supplement.

Cycling related activities: Finish hospitality on the Mur de Huy for Fleche Wallone and for Liege Bastogne Liege you will be at the finish line hospitality in Liege.

Well-located 4 star hotels: Stay in Valkenburg for Amstel Gold and Fleche Wallone before moving to Liege. Breakfasts are included throughout plus evening meals in Liege.

Spend 12 days with us in Flanders and Roubaix.

Included in the tour is your entry into two sportives, We Ride Flanders and the Paris Roubaix Challenge.

Our team of local riders and mechanics will guide you around their home roads for an unforgettable experience. Not only will the cyclists in the group be well-looked after there is also plenty to do for those who don’t ride a bike themselves but are fans of this great sport.

Highlights

• Fully supported tour with experienced local guides
• Ride Two Sportives: We Ride Flanders 31 March & Roubaix Challenge 6th April
• Watch 3 Spring Classic races: Tour of Flanders and Paris Roubaix and Scheldeprijs
• Premium Hotels in Kortrijk and Roubaix
• Hospitality for the Tour of Flanders and Velodrome access for Paris Roubaix

Suitable for riders of all levels with plenty of touring experiences included in the package for those less focused on the riding.
Average of 80km a day across the twos but two Sportives from 72-217km in a day.

Join us to experience the final week of the Italian Grand Tour.

Ride and watch key stages in the thrilling climax of the race. Join us for the final mountain stages to watch the pros battle it out and have plenty of opportunity to ride sections of the race route with our expert local guides.

Enjoy our premium access and get up close to the race like no one else can and enjoy our VIP experiences and hospitality at the event.

For non-Cycling spectators: You don’t have to be a cyclist to get close to the action. With our vehicle access and VIP experiences you’ll have a front row seat.

Highlights -Watch the Battle for Pink from up close: Be with us for the exhilarating final stages of the 2024 Giro d’Italia. See the battle for Pink unfold on the brutal final mountain stages. Watch the winner being crowned on the final day. -Quality hotels : Our team have chosen to stay in quality hotels that are good for stage access and that are typical of the regions we travel through. -VIP access and hospitality: .As an official Giro partner, we have exclusive access to VIP experiences which are included with your tour. Our tour vehicles have accreditation stickers that give us access where other tour operators simply can’t go. -Daily ride options: Our daily rides are planned by Giro d’Italia stage winner Andrea Ferrigato. Choose from several daily ride options. Our rides either start or finish with an exciting official Giro d’Italia VIP experience each day. A great focal point where cyclists and spectators in the group join up.