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Holidays That Move You 2020

Life's too short to not ride a bike

Eager to discover more about exploring the world by bike with us? We've got lots of inspiring holidays that will move you in 2020, including a roundup of Skedaddle's best-loved cycling tours, as well as expert insights on exciting new additions to the range. Whether you're new to Skedaddle (hello!) or a repeat offender back for more, here's 10 great things Skedaddle can offer you...

We're passionate about pedallin' and whilst we don't like to boast, we've been Skedaddlin' for 25 years now!

We're protected by ABTOT and members of ABTA, so you can rest assured you're in safe hands when booking your cycling holiday.

Seeking out the best local experiences is what our holidays are all about. We've developed an extensive range of local partners and even have bases in Italy and Spain! That means you'll only see the best a destination has to offer.

You're sure to receive a warm welcome from our small, enthusiastic HQ team, based in the famously friendly Newcastle upon Tyne. We're (just a little) mad about bikes and dedicated to making your holiday as easy and as stress free as possible.

We believe in the positive power of travel! All our holidays are designed with the local environment and community in mind. Alongside this, for every mile you cycle in the UK with us on the National Cycle Network, we give 5p to the UK charity Sustrans.

We understand you all have different cycling needs so we have cycling holidays for all, from hardened road warriors to cyclists seeking itineraries bursting with the best local culture en route.

97% of travellers say they plan to return for more... if you don't believe us, read on to hear what many have to say about some of our most popular tours.

You can now explore by bike easier than ever on selected self-guided UK holidays in our range, with the help of our handy navigation app. Everything you need in the palm of your hand!

We work with quality cycling brands to bring you the best kit, at the best prices! You can claim off Endura clothing when you book a holiday with us.

You can save up to £1,700 off your future Skedaddle holiday by entering (and winning) our customer competition.

Other prizes up for grabs include our unique Skedaddle headwear and Deuter backpacks...

Meet The Team Well, just a few of them!

Our local guides and their knowledge of the best food, wine and sights, give you an unrivalled opportunity to discover more about the people of a country and their culture - to really meet a place you'll never want to forget. Read about more of our amazing team here.

Q: What's your best pre-trip advice for customers?

A: Don't underestimate Mother Nature. On mountain trips take kit for all weathers, even in summer. I am quite good at getting cold and have learnt that for long descents you might need to wear all your kit! Also, a decent bike check by a decent mechanic is vital. Skedaddle can help with mechanicals during a trip but prevention is always better than cure. Also pack decent shorts, a sense of humour and a sense of adventure!

Q: The best advice you've received?

A: Once in a while deactivate Strava, switch off your Garmin and forget about numbers and competing with people you've never heard of. Do it like we did when we were kids and ride for the sheer joy of it.

Q: How did you come up with the name Saddle Skedaddle?

A: We needed a name for our first ever exhibition. I remember a late night brainstorming session we had with friends and Straws (Skedaddle's other co-founder) started shouting out parts of bikes. ‘Saddle' was eventually thrown into the mix, quickly followed by a shout of ‘Skedaddle' (the author of which will remain anonymous, thanks to a lack of memory... or was it the beers?)

Q: What do you like about Skedaddle?

A: Right from my first contact with Skedaddle I felt everyone cared about the same thing; looking after customers. The whole team seem to have the same values which makes them great to work with. Oh, and it's fantastic fun! When I'm guiding I'm on a bike a lot of the time and visiting beautiful places with folk who are there to enjoy themselves. What's not to like?

Q: Tell us something we don't know about you?

A: I like a lot food and wine … for this reason I have to cycle a lot to digest. After cycling my second favourite activity has to be sharing good food and wine with people. To me eating well is serious stuff!