Following our hugely popular leisure cycling holiday in Sweden, the Coastal Kattegattleden, we're excited to introduce a brand new leisure cycling holiday exploring Stockholm's Archipelago. Read on to learn more about our two tours and six reasons why you'll love cycling in Sweden. Stockholm’s Archipelago This 7-day self-guided trip with 5 riding days explores Sweden’s ...
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Savour the flavours of cycling holidays with food-focused stories, local culinary tips, and delicious recipes to inspire you.
The lowdown on legendary Skedaddle picnics
Skedaddle picnics are without doubt legendary! We take picnics very very seriously. Our guides are highly trained professional picnic makers and inter-guide rivalry keeps picnic standards high. So what are the 5 key ingredients in a great Skedaddle picnic, we hear you ask? VarietyEvery day has to be different with a mix of new surprises and ...
9 things you’ll only understand if you’ve been cycling in France…
France is one of those classic cycling destinations we think everyone should experience at some point in their life. Not only is it home to world-class cuisine, spellbinding heritage and some of the most beautiful landscapes imaginable, it’s also the spiritual home of cycling. That’s right, you won’t find anywhere where the humble bicycle is more celebrated! Having guided countless French cycling holidays ...
Cycle the Camino de Santiago: Everything you need to know
The world-renowned Camino de Santiago is one of the most inspiring linear journeys on the planet! At Skedaddle, we believe pedallin’ the popular pilgrimage provides a unique way to soak up this ancient corner of Spain. Buen Camino, Skedaddlers! For centuries pilgrims and travellers have made their way on a vast network of routes across ...
10 Simple pleasures of a cycling holiday…
Simple pleasures, that is what life is about, breathing in fresh clean air, moving your body, feeling the sun on your face and the wind in your hair - our cycling holidays are packed with these moments. I've helped guide countless Skedaddle trips across the European continent and have experienced so many incredible highs in ...
Festive wine, food and cycling pairings
Wine is a drink completely of its place, its unique flavours and character born from the land where it is grown. Dry heat, cool mountain breeze, even early morning mist can all play its part in creating a wine that speaks of its provenance. We know at Skedaddle that places that make exceptional wine, also make for ...
Spotlight on Yorkshire: 5 reasons to explore by bike
It’s no surprise that the Yorkshire area has so many visitors returning to the region year upon year, being home to some of the UK’s most glorious scenery, outstanding historic country houses, chatty locals and unlimited cycling extravaganza. Oh, and they always make a cracking cuppa… We’ve compiled a list of 5 reasons why you should explore Yorkshire on ...
8 things you’ll only understand if you’ve been cycling in Spain…
With over 30 cycling holidays in Spain (and counting) brought to you by our established Skedaddle España base, Spain is a destination we’re proud to call our casa! And what better way to understand more about this popular cycling destination than by hearing from our local team out there? Here’s why they can’t get enough of ...
5 things you would only know if you have cycled Portugal
Portugal is a pedalling paradise - beautiful varied landscapes, spectacular beaches, delicious food, wine and a climate perfect for cycling. What more could you want? Here we dive into just a few of our personal highlights of this incredible destination, so keep reading to find out why exactly we are so convinced you will love ...
Our Top 10 Cycling Cafés in the UK
After what has been a weird time for everyone, we've loved seeing so many of you out and about on your bikes as a way of keeping fit and healthy during lockdowns. However, here at Skedaddle we think everyone deserves a treat or two after a difficult couple of months! After all, there’s nothing better than ...
8 delicious recipes inspired by Skedaddle picnics
Food, glorious food! Is it just us or has life suddenly started to revolve around what meals you’ll make to savour each day? There’s something comforting about these daily rituals and, we have to admit, mealtimes are quickly becoming our favourite time of the day. For us here at Saddle Skedaddle, food has always been ...
Top 5 foods for cyclists (and why)
Food glorious food! Our skillful guides will always be there waiting for you with a legendary Skedaddle picnic on our guided cycling holidays, but if you go on your own or need a quick pick-me-up then it is important to think about your fuelling strategy. What are the best foods for cycling? Our guide and ...
12 Hours in… Amsterdam!
Welcome to Amsterdam! Labelled as the cycling capital of Europe, and one of the most bike-friendly cities in the world, Amsterdam is one of those places that you just have to visit in your lifetime. In amongst the infamous red lights and coffee shops, is a truly beautiful and unique city, bursting with a treasure ...
12 Hours in… Lisbon!
Welcome to Lisbon! This charming, coastal city is bursting with beauty, culture and vibrance. Recent investment in improving its cycling lanes means there are a number of great routes that are perfect for pedallin’, offering a great way to discover this wonderful place. But be warned, Lisbon is quite hilly (so maybe pack a comfy ...
12 hours in… Santiago de Chile!
Welcome to Santiago! Located in between the Andes and the Pacific Ocean, this city is surrounded by some of the world’s most impressive natural wonders, yet often gets overlooked, until now! From museums to markets, and spectacular views of the mountains all around, there is something in Chile's capital for everyone to enjoy. In a nutshell... ...