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Be inspired by our fantastic range of destinations in 2017/18
Financial protection is provided by ATOL and ABTOT as detailed in our booking conditions
OVER 135 YEARS
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www.cyclingholidays.org
www.cyclingholidays.orgFinancial protection is provided by ATOL and ABTOT as detailed in our booking conditions.
For latest tour availability and full itineraries go to the website or contact the tour manager
WORLDWIDEKyrgyz Republic 19 Jun - 02 Jul 2017
Fully supported adventure through the Heavenly Mountains. Cross remote high passes overlooked by snow-capped peaks, descend through deep gorges to flower filled meadows on the banks of Son Kul Lake and overnight in a shepherd’s yurt. Fly London Heathrow/Bishkek.John & Pat Ashwell 01934 624986 [email protected]
South Africa, Cape Town & the Winelands 16 Sep - 02 OctSpectacular coastal scenery of the Cape and wonderful riding in the hills and vineyards of the interior, plus the vibrant towns of Cape Town, Stellenbosch and Franshhoek. Opportunities for wine tasting and whale watching. Fly London Heathrow/Cape Town.Mike Diederich 01761 433338 [email protected]
India, Rajasthan 23 Oct - 07 Nov
Includes the Pushkar Mela, a dazzling annual event attracting a great concentration of tribes people. Camels and cattle are traded and gorgeously attired women parade and dance. Visit Jaipur, Jodhpur and Udaipur. Accommodation in heritage hotels, converted forts and palaces. Fly London Heathrow/Delhi.John & Pat Ashwell 01934 624986 [email protected]
Thailand 05 - 20 Jan 2018
Experience Bangkok then have fun getting off the beaten track and beyond the big resorts. Discover tropical forests and tiny islands with golden beaches. Explore the ancient ruined temples of Arruthaya. Lots of rest days, swimming, snorkelling. Fly London Heathrow/Bangkok.Chris Ellison 01246 250647 [email protected]
Cambodia 12 - 28 Jan 2018Cycle around the breathtaking temples at Angkor. Visit the sights in Phnom Penh. Head south to Kampot and past deserted palm lined beaches and tropical islands to Sihanoukville. Meet the friendly Khmer people. Fly London Heathrow or Manchester to Singapore/Siem Reap.Richard Dugdale 01200 424962 [email protected]
Myanmar 19 Jan - 04 Feb 2018Stunning attractions and fascinating history and culture. Tour of the Golden lands visiting the iconic sites of Yangon, Inle Lake, Mandalay, Bagan and Mount Popa. Cycle across the Shan highlands and cruise down the Irrawaddy River. Fly London Heathrow/Yangon, returning from Mandalay.Robin & Yvette Youngs 01242 [email protected]
India, South Kerala & Tamil Nadu 01 - 18 Feb 2018
Palm fringed beaches, tea, coffee and spice plantations. Witness sunset from Cape Cormorin, visit Madurai’s magnificent Meenakshi Temple, Cochin’s antique and spice warehouses, cruise the fabulous inland waterways on converted rice barges. Fly London Heathrow or Manchester to Trivandrum, returning from Cochin.Sheila Simpson 0161 449 9309 [email protected]
Belize & Guatemala 03 - 21 Feb 2018Visit these beautiful Central American countries of great forests teaming with wildlife, ancient Mayan ruins and large numbers of off-shore tropical islands. Activities include visits to the ruins, other special locations and off shore islands for swimming and relaxing. Fly London Heathrow via Miami to Belize City.Peter Crofts 01743 248924 [email protected]
Sri Lanka 10 - 28 Feb 2018Elephants, glorious bird life, possibly leopards. A new route visiting the eastern side, 3 National parks, Yala West, Wasgomuwa and Sinharaja along with iconic ancient sites, Anuradhapura and Veddah villages. Fly London Heathrow/Colombo.Neil Wheadon 01373 812035 [email protected]
Easter/Tulip time in Holland Cycle & Cruise 14 - 22 Apr 2017Holland in springtime, visiting the flower fields, Keukenhof gardens, see the flower floats being made for the famous parade. Stay in the cheese town of Alkmaar, visit Edam, cycle through the dunes to Haarlem and Leiden.Pam & Dave Pilbeam 02392 267095 [email protected]
Italy, Sicily, volcanoes &ancient sites 22 Apr - 06 MayVisit the ancient Greek site of Syracuse. Cycle up Mount Etna and climb its slopes to view the volcanic landscape. Visit purpose built baroque towns, an ancient necropolis and the wonderfully rugged Sicilian hinterland. Start/finish in Catania.Greg Woodford & Claire Hine 07508 028457 [email protected]
Spain, El Comtat Self-guided 06 - 13 May 13 - 20 May 09 - 16 Sep 16 - 23 SepBased in Cocentaina, ride deep into the Sierra Aitana, journey along an ancient trading route from the Mediterranean and through remote landscapes unchanged for centuries. Mostly hilly terrain with largely good quality roads and a change of scenery with every turn. Marjorie South 07740 944511 [email protected]
France, Montpellier toMont Ventoux 4 places 12 - 21 May
Leisurely tour through the Mediterranean hinterland and Cevennes in spring. Optional rest day rides include the Gorges de l’Herault, Corniche des Cevennes and choice of Ventoux summit or the Gorges de la Nesque.Sheila Simpson 0161 449 9309 [email protected]
France, Alsace Wine Route 13 - 20 MayBased in Colmar, close to the petite Venice area. Explore the famous wine route with its charming flower bedecked villages and vineyards, and the Munster Valley. Cycle along the foothills of the Vosges, the Colmar canal and the Rhine.Pam & Dave Pilbeam 02392 267095 [email protected]
France, The Vercors & Rhône Valley 27 May - 26 JunTwo or four weeks cycle camping tour. Cycle from Orange north through the Vercors to Valence; extra weeks turn south to Valreas then north west to Valence. Mixed terrain, hilly but not too steep. Three nights at most campsites enables unladen riding days. 55-70kmpd. Moderately fit cyclists carrying own gear.Pat & Mike Strauss 01531 631731 [email protected]
Norway, Lofoten Islands 09 - 23 JunClose to the arctic circle, these islands offer beautiful scenery amidst seaside vistas. Good mainly gently graded roads. Time for stops, photos and exploration. Hostel accommodation (half-board) but also cabins/pensions/hotel. Fly London Heathrow to Bodo via Oslo.Neil Wheadon 01373 812035 [email protected]
EUROPE
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South Coast of Ireland 02 - 16 SepFollow the coast from Galway to Dublin, enjoying the Wild Atlantic Way, the Ring of Kerry and the Beara Peninsula with its rugged coastline and fishing villages, genteel farms, thatched cottages, multicoloured homesteads. Enjoy the food, the Irish hospitality and the Guinness.Richard Dugdale 01200 424962 [email protected]
France, Pyrenean Traverse 04 - 16 Sep
Classic route from the windy Atlantic coast to the calmer Mediterranean. A very challenging ride, approximately 800km, climbing 26 cols in 10 days. Famous Tour de France cols (Aubisque, Tourmalet, Aspin), many lesser-known spectacular cols with spectacular scenery.Lynn Bland 07742 157688 [email protected]
France, Loire Valley 09 - 16 SepBased in the old walled town of Loches with its tower and keep. Cycle through forests, medieval towns and villages and along river valleys, seeing chateaux and castles on the way. Easy terrain. Coffee stops, interesting places to visit.Pam & Dave Pilbeam 02392 267095 [email protected]
France, Causse to Espinouse 10 - 23 SepFrom the Mediterranean near Montpellier climb onto the Grands Causses (High Limestone Plateaux) and explore the gorges cut by the Tarn, Jonte and Dourbie rivers before moving on to the scenically contrasting Espinouse Mountains.Peter England 01628 473300 [email protected]
France, Cathare Castles 22 Sep - 01 Oct
Leisurely tour in and around Corbieres, through vineyards and spectacular limestane scenery. Explore Carcassonne and many ruined chateaux including Queribus and Peyrepertuse. Three nights in the Château des Ducs de Joyeuse.Sheila Simpson 0161 449 9309 [email protected]
Italy, Central Sardinia 30 Sep - 14 OctVisit the wild coastal and mountainous regions of Sardinia. See ancient ruins, towering mountains cloaked in ancient forest and visit a turquoise sea. Experience a pastoral way of life. Greg Woodford & Claire Hine 07508 028457 [email protected]
France, Provence & Vercors 10 - 26 Jun
Spend five nights at a friendly rural inn at the foot of Mont Ventoux. Then move on through the Drome to spend five nights in the Vercors, WW2 fortress of the Maquis. Mediterranean to mountain climate in lovely limestone scenery.Sheila Simpson 0161 449 9309 [email protected]
Holland, the Historical East Cycle & Cruise 16 - 25 JunBased on a hotel barge, exploring Eastern Holland with old Hanseatic towns, forests, meadows, thatched cottages, windmills, canals, Veluwe national park and a visit to see Van Gogh’s paintings. Ferry from Newcastle.Pam & Dave Pilbeam 02392 267095 [email protected]
France, Haute Provence 18 - 25 JunThe hills of the Baronnies and the plain of the Rhone offer quiet roads, beautiful scenery, orchards, vineyards and olive groves, gorges, cols and Mont Ventoux. Choice of short or long rides or rest days with support on the longer rides.Chris Ellison 01246 250647 [email protected]
Bulgaria,Central Balkan Mountains 24 Jun - 08 JulDiscover this fascinating country at the crossroads of East and West. Enjoy stunning scenery of mountains and gorges, quiet roads, friendly locals, an interesting history and culture. See monasteries, fortresses, rural villages, statues and monuments. Visit the capital of the 2nd Bulgarian Empire and a Thracian Tomb World Heritage Site. Steve Millard 07805 223304 [email protected]
Germany, Bavaria,the Franconian Vineyards 01 - 08 JulExplore the Franken wine region of Upper Bavaria. Visit historic Iphofen and Sommerach. Tour the regional capital of Wurzburg and Rothenburg ob der Tauber, important points on the Romantic Road. Riding mostly gently on traffic free cycle paths or local lanes.Robin & Yvette Youngs 01242 [email protected]
France, Brittany for Familes 29 Jul - 05 AugStaying in a French Chateau and associated Lodge, within 300 acres of private parkland. Swimming pool, marked walking trails. Daily circular rides to pretty villages, sites and cafes. 50-55kmpd. Plenty of croissants/pains au chocolate.
Germany for Families 06 - 13 AugJoin us in a converted watermill complex, close to former East Germany. Daily circular rides to windmills, former green zone and historic towns. For both tours, families with children only please.Neil Wheadon 01373 812035 [email protected]
Belgium, WW1 Battlefields 07 - 11 AugCycling around the Ypres Salient area, visiting the sites of Passendale, Tyne Cot, Hill 62 trenches, Essex farm, Langmark German cemetery, Messines Ridge, Irish Peace Park, Menin Gate Memorial.Pam & Dave Pilbeam 02392 267095 [email protected]
France/Holland North Sea Cycle Route 13 - 25 AugUnsupported camping tour using the North Sea Cycle Route (LF1). Cycle from Guines 10km south of Calais through Belgium to Amsterdam. Two-night stays at 4 campsites. Terrain ranges from flat-lands, river valleys to rolling hills.Fleur Woolley 01204 61570 [email protected]
N Holland & Texel Island Cycle & Cruise 18 - 26 Aug
Based on a hotel barge and visiting old harbour towns and the open air museum at Zanns schans. Cycling part of the North Sea coastal route and through coastal towns, villages and the twisk waterlands.Pam & Dave Pilbeam 02392 267095 [email protected]
Spain, Galicia 20 Aug - 07 SepRide to the end of the earth (Cabo Finisterre). Head out through the remote hinterland of rustic hamlets, isolated farmsteads and historic towns, returning along the rugged coastline. 2 rest days to visit Santiago de Compostela and La Coruña. Tony Gore 0114 255 0907 [email protected]
Spain, Rioja 29 Aug - 12 SepCruise Portsmouth to Santander (& return) for 11 days cycling by the beautiful coast and green mountains of Cantabria, then down the Ebro gorge to the famous vineyards of Rioja. Visits to historic sites and bodega wine-tastings included.Chris Juden 01428 683302 [email protected]
Slovenia 02 - 15 SepVisit fabulous Lake Bled, the snow-capped mountains of Triglav National Park, ride Slovenia’s highest road, the exhilarating Vrisic Pass, then follow the astonishingly blue Soca River through wooded hills and vineyards. Start Venice airport.John & Pat Ashwell 01934 624986 [email protected]
Financial protection is provided by ATOL and ABTOT as detailed in our booking conditions.
For latest tour availability and full itineraries go to the website or contact the tour manager
www.cyclingholidays.org
UNITED KINGDOM
Spain, Mallorca 02 - 12 OctExperience this popular island at the beginning of October when the crowds have gone but the weather is still pleasantly warm. Start/finish at the same hotel, only 3km from Palma Airport. Cycle more than halfway round the island, 30-75kmpd. Quiet roads, sea bathing.Brian P Curtis 0131 669 5918 [email protected]
Germany, Moselle/Saar ValleyCycle & Cruise 06 - 14 OctBased on a hotel ship that moves with you each day. Exploring the river valleys, cycling through medieval towns and villages, views of fairy tale castles, autumal vineyard slopes.Pam & Dave Pilbeam 02392 267095 [email protected]
Etape du Dales 31 Mar - 03 Apr 2017Staying at Hawes Youth Hostel in Wensleydale. Cycling the route of the classic Etape du Dales cyclosportive, a hilly 175 kilometres with 3500 metres of climbing over 2 days. Lynn Bland 07742 157688 [email protected]
North Wales MTB 27 Apr - 01 May
Four days of mountain biking based in the Conwy Valley. Mountain scenery and epic trail riding, with the emphasis on having a sociable few days away. Leaders on hand to guide you.Paul Rogers 01588 630690 [email protected]
Shropshire for Families 28 Apr - 01 MayBased at a family-orientated campsite. Very relaxed pace, average 33mpd, with plenty of tea stops. Eleventh year of this very popular format. Families with children only please.Neil Wheadon 01373 812035 [email protected]
Derbyshire, Peak Trails 28 Apr - 02 MayMost of the time is spent in the limestone White Peak, making best use of the network of old railway lines which, now converted into cycle paths, form the backbone of the rides. Richard Hakes 0780 3198369 [email protected]
London, Essex & the River Thames 11 - 15 MaySee London on a train assisted ride, Essex villages and the River Thames. A long weekend of fun for anyone who can ride a bike.Bernie Curtis 01708 347226 [email protected]
Lands End to John O’Groats 12 - 31 May 01 - 20 SepCycle from the bottom to the top of Great Britain. This scenic tour uses mostly good quality hotels. With a longest day of 80 miles and many hills it is designed for the more experienced road cyclist. Chris Ellison 01246 250647 [email protected]
Scotland, Kelso & Borders 13 - 20 May
Based at the Cross Keys Hotel situated in the heart of Kelso’s French-style cobbled square. A fantastic hub for cycling with the 4 Abbeys Cycleway, Tweed Cycle route, Borderloop, Coast and Castles passing through the town. Pat & Ron Harrow 01575 [email protected]
Scotland, West Coast & Islands1 place for a female 13 - 22 MayArran, Mull, Iona and more. A chance to visit the most westerly point of mainland Britain. 45-65 mpd, mostly on quiet roads all with spectacular scenery. 5 ferry crossings. Red squirrels, eagles and deer a possibility.Gary Cummins 01592 [email protected]
Way of the Roses 19 - 22 MayCoast to coast from Morecambe to Bridlington with overnight stops in Skipton and York. Cross beautiful, varied landscapes including the Lune Valley, Yorkshire Dales, Nidderdale and the Yorkshire Wolds using traffic-free paths, on-road cycle lanes, country lanes and quieter roads.Lynn Bland 07742 157688 [email protected]
Scotland, Inner Hebrides & Treshnish Isles 19 - 29 MayVisit mainland Argyll and the islands of Mull, Iona and Gigha. Cycle to Ardrosson for the ferry to Campbeltown then follow the spectacular coastline north, with a boat trip to the Treshnish Isles (to see the Puffins) and Staffa (Fingal’s Cave).Martin Jamieson 07981 100017 [email protected]
Edinburgh & the Scottish Borders 27 May - 03 JuneCamping tour from Edinburgh into the Borders, finishing in East Lothian, less than 20 miles from Edinburgh. Cross the Forth Road Bridge and view the new bridge and the famous rail bridge, visit the Abbey towns. Brian P Curtis 0131 669 5918 [email protected]
Ironbridge, South Staffs & the Black Country 03 - 10 JunA two-centre hotel based tour to the very heart of England. Visit the World Heritage site at Ironbridge, the cradle of the Industrial Revolution that spread from here across the world. Brian P Curtis 0131 669 5918 [email protected]
Devon & Dorset Coast 24 Jun - 01 JulCamping tour starting beside the River Exe before visiting Budleigh Salterton, Sidmouth and Seaton on the Devon Coast followed by Dorset’s Eype Beach, Poole Harbour and Christchurch.Colin Ward 01483 278420 [email protected]
Scottish Borders 01 July - 08 JulyExplore the land of the Common Ridings in midsummer. Old coaching inn base with en suite rooms, good food and welcoming hosts. Choice of 2 rides each day. Hilly terrain, varied landscapes.Tony Gore 0114 255 0907 [email protected]
Isle of Man 15 - 21 JulAn unspoilt coastline, remote hills, valleys and moorland, as well as quiet roads, make this an ideal cycling destination. Based at a 4-star hotel in Douglas. Ferry Liverpool/Douglas.Michael Stainer 01246 559282 [email protected]
London & the River Thames 17- 23 Aug
Train, boat and cable car assisted to see London, and the River Thames from London to where it meets the sea. Great fun on a bike.Bernie Curtis 01708 347226 [email protected]
South Wiltshire in Autumn 28 Sep - 01 OctBased at a small family run country inn just outside Salisbury. Enjoy four days relaxed cycling, a chance to explore Salisbury with its amazing cathedral & Old Sarum Iron Age Fort.Mark Waters 01483 414307 [email protected]
Christmas in York 24 - 27 DecExplore this historic city and countryside using cycle paths, lanes and B-roads, or simply relax and enjoy being waited on. B&B plus superb Christmas lunch and Boxing Day Dinner.Sheila Simpson 0161 449 9309 [email protected]
New Yearin Hampshire 29 Dec 2017 - 01 Jan 2018Based at the 4-star Holiday Inn just outside Portsmouth. Choose from 2 rides each day. Explore Portsmouth’s historic waterfront. Cycle to coastal villages and market towns.Pam & Dave Pilbeam 02392 267095 [email protected]