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Experience the beauty of Europe's classic destinations like Italy and Spain with our gravel riding holidays, featuring miles of gravel trails, stunning natural landscapes, picturesque routes, comfortable accommodations, and local cuisine for the ultimate cycling adventure and escape from daily routines.

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Self-Guided

Italy

Strade Bianche Explorer

Self-Guided Gravel Riding Holiday

Duration

8 days

Prices from

£1,895 P.P.

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Grade 3-4 : Moderate/Challenging

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Strade Bianche Explorer

Self-Guided Gravel Riding 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 – £1895 29 Mar – 14 Jun and 09 Sep – 26 Oct

Season 2 – £2095 15 Jun – 30 Jun and 01 – 08 Sep

2027 30 Mar – 26 Oct (excluding dates throughout July and August)

Season 1 – £1995 30 Mar – 14 Jun and 09 Sep – 26 Oct

Season 2 – £2195 15 Jun – 30 Jun and 01 – 08 Sep

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 some of the classic Strade Bianche route of Tuscany as well as lesser-known gravel routes
Cycling through the historic wine regions of Tuscany, stopping off for a bit of wine tasting
Exploring the region on a mix of terrains
Riding the stunning UNESCO heritage region of Val d’Orcia
Relaxing in small villages for a coffee with the locals
Easing along the rolling hills of the ‘Colli Senesi’
Chilling out with a post-ride Chianti or Brunello

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Gravel Riding Holidays & Tours In Europe

Why Choose Europe for Your Gravel Riding Holiday?
Europe offers an incredible variety of gravel riding routes, combining stunning landscapes, ancient regions, and challenging terrain. From Tuscany's famous Strade Bianche to the rugged tracks of Spain’s Andalucia, there’s a gravel ride for every adventure seeker.

Top Gravel Riding Destinations in Europe
Our expertly curated gravel riding holidays take you to Europe’s best gravel regions. In Italy, ride the iconic Strade Bianche in Tuscany, or tackle Sardinia’s rugged coastal paths. Spain offers some of the most epic long-distance gravel rides, including the Ruta de la Plata (Seville to Santiago), as well as the challenging Badlands of Andalucía. Explore the quiet gravel routes of Girona, or enjoy the beauty of Andalucía’s Costa de la Luz and Cadiz, where sandy trails meet the stunning coastline.

Decide How You Ride
Join a guided gravel ride tour for expert support, or opt for a self-guided adventure to explore Europe’s incredible gravel roads at your own pace.

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