Wide Open Road Cycling Tours

Starting in the foodie destination of Milawa, we ride the roads less travelled to Beechworth - a gravel cyclist’s paradise!! We cycle through beautiful Mt Pilot National Park, visit historic Gold-Rush era towns of Chiltern and Eldorado and enjoy the gastronomy of the region - from local beers to fine dining!

Four days spectacular gravel cycling in the Victorian High country! We start and finish in the foodie destination of Milawa and ride to Beechworth for 2 nights. Beechworth has fast become Australia’s premier gravel cycling destination - “champagne gravel” roads with spectacular and varied terrain. We ride through national parks, beautiful forest, along rail-trails, through farmland and river crossings.

We visit historic gold-rush era towns and the food, wine and beer is a highlight of this gourmet region.

Terrain Approx 70% Gravel, 30% bitumen.

Gold Coast to Byron & Beyond is a loop tour starting and finishing at Coolangatta, riding quiet rolling country roads through sugar cane fields, sub-tropical forest and a handful of genuinely tough mountain climbs. The route passes beneath Mt Warning, through the hippie township of Nimbin, and along the surf coast around Byron Bay and Brunswick Heads.

Northern NSW is treated as much as a food destination as a cycling one, with the tour built around farmers markets, hatted restaurants and regional produce, including a stop at 3 Blue Ducks and several multi-course group dinners.

This is a small-group tour rated moderate to advanced, aimed at experienced riders comfortable with consecutive 80 km, 1000 m - climbing days, though two shorter loop days can be taken as rest days instead.

Highlights:

• Ride through sugar cane fields, farmland and sub-tropical forest beneath Mt Warning, visiting the hippie township of Nimbin
• Three multi-course group dinners and a standout group lunch at top regional restaurants showcasing local produce
• A paddock-to-plate breakfast at 3 Blue Ducks
• Two nights each in Byron Bay and Brunswick Heads, with surf beaches and laid-back coastal vibes
• Morning tea at the Mullumbimby farmers market
• A mix of mountainous, rolling and coastal terrain across the Tweed hinterland and coast

Surface and terrain:

Described as "lots of undulating hilly riding" with a mix of mountainous, rolling hills and some flatter, easier coastal sections. Average daily riding includes around 1000 m of climbing, with two shorter loop days offering an easier or rest-day option. The tour is positioned for road bikes or e-bikes rather than gravel/off-road riding.

Weather:

Northern NSW and the Gold Coast hinterland have a sub-tropical climate, generally warm and humid with a wetter summer season.

Suitable for:

Experienced cyclists able to manage around 80 km and 1000 m of climbing on consecutive days over rolling to hilly terrain. Rated moderate to advanced.

This really is the ultimate cycling adventure! The Girona to the Tourmalet tour followed by Sardinia & Corsica Islands tour. See the individual stages/tours for more detail.

We will transport your bicycle between Lourdes and Barcelona - all you need to do is catch a train. Lourdes and Barcelona are connected by rail with 1-2 changes.

Between Tours
The first stage finishes in Lourdes. You have 4 nights at your leisure. We would recommend some time off the bike to rest your legs or some easy cycling. There is plenty to explore in and around Lourdes or in Barcelona. We can assist with hotels, travel ideas and recommendations for between tours. The two cities are connected by rail, with 1-2 changes (~6hr journey time). We can assist with travel advice. We can transport your bicycle and/or big bags/luggage between stages. Arrive at our hotel in Barcelona

Join us for a long weekend cycle tour in the Victorian Alps and tick off 4 of the #7PeakRide climbs: Hotham, Falls, Buffalo & Dinner Plain. This is a fully supported cycle tour where you will enjoy the camaraderie of other like minded cyclists and quality regional produce.

Four days of spectacular cycling in the Victorian Alps with a carefully crafted itinerary enabling you to ride a fully supported loop showcasing the spectacular scenery, mountain villages, regional produce, local wineries & micro-breweries of NE Vic. Ride 4 iconic mountain climbs and stay in great family run accommodation.

Terrain We’re conquering four out of seven peaks along the famed 7 Peaks trail. Falls Creek, Dinner Plain, Mt Hotham, & Mt Buffalo climbs.