The New Year is just around the corner and that means there’s not long before our first 2026 trips depart! For many destinations, Spring is our favourite time of year to go on a cycling holiday but we know that will come around quickly and we don't want you to miss out. That’s why we wanted to let you know about savings on our early season group trips and self-guided tours with early-season pricing. See our Ts and Cs below for more details.
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Girona and the Catalan Coast
Self-Guided Leisure Cycling Holiday
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8 daysPrices from
£1,445 P.P.
Grade 2-3: Gentle/Moderate
Girona and the Catalan Coast
Self-Guided Leisure Cycling Holiday
E-BIKE HIRE AVAILABLE
This holiday is well-suited to both regular bikes and pedal assist e-bikes, and you can choose to hire either when you book your tour with us. Confident cyclists will enjoy the boost from a battery for those cheeky climbs, and with less effort required on the bike, you’ll have more energy at the end of the day for off-the-bike activities.
Daily departures available. The season prices below are per person and are applicable for all start dates between and inclusive of the stated dates.
2026 01 Mar – 16 Nov (excluding departures from 21 Jul – 31 August)
Season 1 – £1445 01 Mar – 31 Mar / 01 Nov – 16 Nov
Season 2 – £1545 01 Apr – 19 Jun / 01 Oct – 31 Oct
Season 3 – £1745 20 Jun – 20 Jul / 01 – 30 Sep
- Pedal through the stunning landscapes of Empordà, Catalonia’s hidden gem
- Ride through vineyards and discover the wine of this D.O. region
- Immerse yourself in local culture with museums that explore everything from fishing and cork making to anchovies, an ancient flour factory, a marmalade paradise, and an olive oil mill
- Marvel at the Dalí Museum, a surrealistic masterpiece
- Grab a coffee, kick back by the sea, and soak in the sun for some well-deserved relaxation
- Visit a local winery and sample their produce
Self-Guided
Azure Ocean Ride
Self-Guided Leisure Cycling Holiday
E-BIKE HIRE AVAILABLE
This tour is well-suited to both regular bikes and pedal assist e-bikes, and you can choose to hire either when you book your tour with us. Confident cyclists will enjoy the boost from a battery for those cheeky climbs, and with less effort required on the bike, you’ll have more energy at the end of the day for off-the-bike activities. You may choose to hire an e-bike on a group or supported tour but bear in mind that the pace will be set to riders without an e-bike. You may choose to hire an e-bike on a group or supported tour but bear in mind that the pace will be set to riders without an e-bike.
Daily departures available. The season prices below are per person and are applicable for all start dates between and inclusive of the stated dates.
2025 05 Jan – 13 Dec
Season 1 – £1795 05 Jan – 29 Jun and 15 Sep – 13 Dec
Season 2 – £2135 30 Jun – 14 Sep
2026 05 Jan – 13 Dec (excl. Easter week between 29 Mar and 05 Apr and St John’s Day 23/24 Jun)
Season 1 – £1825 05 Jan – 30 Jun and 16 Sep – 13 Dec
Season 2 – £2195 01 Jul – 15 Sep
Worth noting We run this tour from Jan through to Dec. The summer months however (generally from 01 Jul – 15 Sep) can be really busy. More people, more cyclists, busier restaurants, busier hotels etc, so we’d recommend travelling in the Spring or Autumn if you‘re looking for a quieter getaway with less cyclists to share the route with.
Please note We are generally not able to confirm any bookings for this tour made within 4 weeks of departure. Please contact our office if you are looking to book and begin your holiday within this period and we will do our best to accommodate your request.
- Discovering Portugal’s most beautiful beaches
- Cycling alongside the Ria de Aviero, a 40km stretch of blue lagoon
- Helping the fishermen with their catch in Praia da Vieira
- Enjoying the views of the western shoreline from the Sitio viewpoint
- Exploring the historical, castle walled village of Óbidos
- Visiting the lovely Vimeiro
Self-Guided
Granada to Seville
Self-Guided Leisure Cycling Holiday
E-BIKE HIRE AVAILABLE
This tour is well-suited to both regular bikes and pedal assist e-bikes, and you can choose to hire either when you book your tour with us. Confident cyclists will enjoy the boost from a battery for those cheeky climbs, and with less effort required on the bike, you’ll have more energy at the end of the day for off-the-bike activities. You may choose to hire an e-bike on a group or supported tour but bear in mind that the pace will be set to riders without an e-bike. You may choose to hire an e-bike on a group or supported tour but bear in mind that the pace will be set to riders without an e-bike.
| Start Date | End Date | Price p.p. |
|---|---|---|
| 31/05/2026 | 08/06/2026 | £1,795.00 |
| 18/10/2026 | 26/10/2026 | £1,795.00 |
Daily departures available. The season prices below are per person and are applicable for all start dates between and inclusive of the stated dates.
2026 01 Mar – 30 Nov (excluding dates from 29 Mar – 05 Apr / 11 – 18 Apr / 01 Jul to 05 Sep)
Season 1 – £2055 01 – 28 Mar / 01 – 30 Nov
Season 2 – £2220 06 – 10 Apr / 19 Apr – 30 Jun / 06 Sep – 31 Oct
Alternatively for a great value holiday choose one of our scheduled departures below.
- Cycling between 3 of the most magnificent cities in Andalucia
- Travelling through rolling sierras and olive plantations
- Making use of the Vias Verdes
- Exploring the architectural wonders of Granada
- Visiting Cordoba – the birth place of Spanish Flamenco
- Celebrating your trip in the capital of the south, Seville
Self-Guided
Puglia
Self-Guided Leisure Cycling Holiday
E-BIKE HIRE AVAILABLE
This tour is well-suited to both regular bikes and pedal assist e-bikes, and you can choose to hire either when you book your tour with us. Confident cyclists will enjoy the boost from a battery for those cheeky climbs, and with less effort required on the bike, you’ll have more energy at the end of the day for off-the-bike activities. You may choose to hire an e-bike on a group or supported tour but bear in mind that the pace will be set to riders without an e-bike. You may choose to hire an e-bike on a group or supported tour but bear in mind that the pace will be set to riders without an e-bike.
| Start Date | End Date | Price p.p. |
|---|---|---|
| 27/04/2026 | 04/05/2026 | £1,395.00 |
| 28/09/2026 | 05/10/2026 | £1,395.00 |
Daily departures available. The season prices below are per person and are applicable for all start dates between and inclusive of the stated dates.
2026 29 Mar – 26 Oct (excluding departures from 08 Jun to 31 Aug)
Season 1 – £1565 29 Mar – 07 Jun / 09 Sep – 26 Oct
Season 2 – £1795 01 Sept – 08 Sept
Alternatively for a great value holiday select one of our scheduled departures below.
- Cycling through lush landscapes of ancient olive groves and vineyards
- Exploring the UNESCO World Heritage towns of Matera and Alberobello
- Discovering the traditional Trulli houses of Puglia
- Relaxing each evening in comfortable hotels in authentic towns and villages
- Stopping at beautiful, sandy beaches with turquoise seas
- Tasting delicious local products, like extra virgin olive oil and Primitivo wine
Self-Guided
Tuscany - Pisa to Florence
Self-Guided Leisure Cycling Holiday
Daily departures available. The season prices below are per person and are applicable for all start dates between and inclusive of the stated dates.
2026 29 Mar – 26 Oct (excluding dates throughout July and August)
Season 1 – £1295 29 Mar – 14 Jun and 09 Sep – 26 Oct
Season 2 – £1495 15 – 30 Jun and 01 – 08 Sep
Alternatively for a great value holiday select one of our scheduled departures below.
To ensure you have the best experience possible, we’d recommend travelling in the Spring or in the Autumn. We don’t as standard offer this tour in the hotter, more humid, busier summer months of July and August. If however your dates are set in July or August, please call us for a chat and we’ll do what we can to accommodate you.
- Riding between two of Italy’s most iconic cities
- Exploring Pisa, home of the world-famous Piazza dei Miracoli
- Cycling along quiet country lanes through Tuscan countryside
- Cycling past fairy tale Renaissance palaces and villas
- Visiting Vinci, the birthplace of Leonardo da Vinci
- Spending a free day in Florence, the birthplace of the Renaissance
Self-Guided
Andalucia - White Villages to the Ocean
Self-Guided Leisure Cycling Holiday
E-Bike Hire Available
This tour is well-suited to both regular bikes and pedal assist e-bikes, and you can choose to hire either when you book your tour with us. Confident cyclists will enjoy the boost from a battery for those cheeky climbs, and with less effort required on the bike, you’ll have more energy at the end of the day for off-the-bike activities. You may choose to hire an e-bike on a group or supported tour but bear in mind that the pace will be set to riders without an e-bike. You may choose to hire an e-bike on a group or supported tour but bear in mind that the pace will be set to riders without an e-bike.
| Start Date | End Date | Price p.p. |
|---|---|---|
| 16/05/2026 Guaranteed | 22/05/2026 | £1,285.00 |
| 20/09/2026 | 26/09/2026 | £1,315.00 |
| 25/10/2026 | 31/10/2026 | £1,315.00 |
Daily departures available. The season prices below are per person and are applicable for all start dates between and inclusive of the stated dates.
2025 01 Mar – 30 Nov (excluding dates from 01 Jul to 13 Sep)
Season 1 – £1495 01 Mar – 11 Apr and 1 – 30 Nov
Season 2 – £1545 05 – 07 May, 12 May – 30 Jun and 15 – 30 Oct
Season 3 – £1595 20 – 30 Apr and 14 Sep – 14 Oct
2026 01 Mar – 30 Nov (excluding dates from 01 Jul to 06 Sep)
Season 1 – £1535 01 – 28 Mar and 1 – 30 Nov
Season 2 – £1595 06 – 30 Apr, 01 – 30 Jun and 15 – 30 Oct
Season 3 – £1645 03 – 31 May and 07 Sep – 14 Oct
Alternatively for a great value holiday choose one of our scheduled departures below.
- Exploring the historical town of Ronda, surrounded by the stunning Sierras
- Discovering beautiful Grazalema, nestled below atmospheric, limestone mountains
- Descending from the Puerto Boyar out of the awe-inspiring Grazalema Natural Park
- Sipping local sherries in the rustic bodegas of Arcos
- Cycling alongside the white, sandy beaches of the Costa de la Luz; the Coast of Light
- Hopping between tapas bars in the fun-filled town of Conil
Self-Guided
Sicily
Self-Guided Leisure Cycling Holiday
E-BIKE HIRE AVAILABLE
This holiday is well-suited to both normal bikes and pedal assist e-bikes and you can choose to hire either when you book your holiday with us. Confident cyclists will enjoy the boost from a battery for those cheeky climbs, and with less effort required on the bike, you’ll have more energy at the end of the day for off-the-bike activities.
Daily departures available. The season prices below are per person, and applicable for all start dates between and inclusive of the stated dates.
2026 29 Mar – 26 Oct (excluding departures from 08 Jun – 31 August)
Season 1 – £1695 29 Mar – 07 Jun and 09 Sep – 26 Oct
Season 2 – £1995 01 Sep – 08 Sep
- Visiting the Baroque towns of Modica, Ragusa and Noto, all UNESCO Heritage Sites
- Sampling delicious Sicilian pastries, like cannoli
- Cycling along the beautiful coastal road to Capo Passero
- Exploring the medieval streets of Ortigia di Siracusa
- Enjoying an aperitivo ‘al fresco’ with the locals in one of the many piazzas
- Discovering the astonishing Oasis of Vendicari
Self-Guided
Salzburg's Lake District
Self-Guided Leisure Cycling Holiday
E-BIKE HIRE AVAILABLE
This holiday is well-suited to both normal bikes and pedal assist e-bikes and you can choose to hire either when you book your holiday with us. Confident cyclists will enjoy the boost from a battery for those cheeky climbs, and with less effort required on the bike, you’ll have more energy at the end of the day for off-the-bike activities.
Daily departures available. The seasonal prices below are per person, and are applicable for all start dates between and inclusive of the stated dates.
2026 04 Apr – 04 Oct
Season 1 – £1155 04 Apr – 17 Apr / 26 Sep – 04 Oct
Season 2 – £1255 18 Apr – 08 May / 12 Sep – 25 Sep
Season 3 – £1325 09 May – 11 Sep
- Staying in beautiful Salzburg – the City of Mozart
- Cycling along the River Salzach and through numerous nature reserves
- Blue skies set against snowcapped peaks shimmering in the lake waters
- Cycling on traffic-free and well maintained cycle paths
- Taking a refreshing lake swim after a day in the saddle
- Enjoying a game of miniature golf in Franking
- Visiting the monastery at Mondsee, where the wedding scene in the Sound of Music was filmed
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Terms and Conditions
1. For guided group trips on offer please quote code EARLY26 at the time of booking your trip. If booking online, please enter this into the ‘promo code’ box. Your discount will then be applied once your booking has been confirmed by our team.
2. This offer cannot be used in conjunction with any other discounts, including Loyalty Discounts, Cycling UK discounts and child discounts.
3. Valid on selected 2026 holidays for trips departing between March and May 2026. The offer is only valid for bookings made between 4th December 2025 and 9th January 2026. The offer cannot be backdated. Please see the holiday Dates & Prices section for discount details.
4. Only valid for bookings made directly with Saddle Skedaddle.
5. Tailor Made trips are excluded from this offer.
6. This offer can only be applied to the standard land-only price and cannot be applied to pre or post-trip trip extensions, trip insurance, single supplements, bike hire or optional activity costs.
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