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Meet the guides: Ernesto, Chile

We take a closer look at our team in Chile who look after some of our most popular tours in South America. Meet our head honcho, Ernesto, who works tirelessly to ensure you all enjoy the best possible cycling experience across the pond. Read on to find out more about this friendly soul... 1. Name/nickname My ...

Carrera Lake in the Patagonia region of Chile

The Story Behind: Carretera Austral & Lake District, Chile

A little while ago we asked our maybes, newbies, and experienced Skedaddlers what their number one long-haul destination is. And Chile rode out as the clear winner. It was news to celebrate for us and all the inspiration we needed to create our  latest trip in Patagonia, the Carretera Austral. A trip that’s been described ...

Cyclists riding in China

Long-haul adventures with our top tips!

For when a weekend getaway or a city break just doesn't cut it, long-haul holidays are made for getting out of your comfort zone and exploring our beautiful and diverse world. Read this inspiring write-up by our guide and cycling journalist Hannah Reynolds about how nothing quite compares to cycling in far-flung destinations and get some of her top tips ...

Paul Snedker and Andrew Straw cycling in Chile where Saddle Skedaddle formed an idea

The Story Behind: Chile, Skedaddle’s spiritual home

Two old friends on one momentous year-long trip. The ingredients that inspired a lifelong passion for pedallin’. For Saddle Skedaddle’s co-founders, Andrew Straw (Straws) and Paul Snedker, their journey through Chile was so packed with unforgettable people, places and moments that they never stopped travelling by bike and exploring the world with others. Inspiring beginnings: Where ...

Customer Video: Chile and Argentina

Our Chile and Argentina Lake District holiday has it all: astonishing snow capped volcanoes, clear blue waters of the lakes, glorious bright blue skies and some exhilarating routes perfect to be enjoyed on two wheels. But don't take our word for it - our latest Customer Competition winner, Ronen Siman Tov, has created a fantastic ...

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... ...

Customer Story: A Photo Diary From Chile And Argentina

A picture speaks a thousand words, so the saying goes. Having set his sights on South America, John Hayes joined us in Chile and Argentina and came back with some amazing snaps of his cycling holiday. It turns out John is quite a traveler, spending most of his time either walking or cycling somewhere in the world, ...

Customer Story: Cycling Chile and Argentina

Regular Skedaddler Denise D'Abadie set her sights on spectacular South America recently to discover our inspiring cycling adventure exploring Chile and Argentina's remote Lake District. Here are a few soundbites from her extended blog, which give a great flavour of the cycling and holiday experiences you can expect here. Read on to discover more about her ...