Nearly everyone who rides a road bike has aspirations to conquer a few iconic mountains from the world of professional cycling. If you've got your sights set high, we have a wide selection of tours on offer which showcase literally dozens of mountain challenges, all helping you achieve your cycling dreams of becoming the King or Queen of the Mountains...
In this category you'll find some of our most challenging rides, which feature many of the famous climbs from the Grand Tours of Europe, including the Tour de France, Giro d'Italia and Vuelta d'Espana. The world of cycling extends far beyond Europe though, and for the slightly more adventurous we can also introduce you to some of the legendary roads of Colombia. All of these tours have been designed to challenge and whilst not all of them are extreme, they are intended for experienced riders with a good level of fitness.
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Road Bike Mountain Challenges
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Types of Cycling / Grades (7)
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France
NEW! - Geneva to Nice - Route des Grandes Alpes
Guided Road Cycling Holiday
Duration
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£2,795 P.P.
Grade 5: Demanding
NEW! - Geneva to Nice - Route des Grandes Alpes
Guided Road Cycling Holiday
| Start Date | End Date | Price p.p. |
|---|---|---|
| 11/07/2026 Fully Booked | 19/07/2026 | £2,695.00 |
| 10/07/2027 | 18/07/2027 | £2,795.00 |
| 07/08/2027 | 15/08/2027 | £2,795.00 |
- Tackling legendary Tour de France challenges every day
- Experiencing the unusual Casse Déserte landscape at the top of Izoard
- Paying homage to the Coppi and Bobet memorials
- Conquering the 2,800m summit of the Cime de la Bonette, Europe’s highest road
- Exhilarating descents through spectacular Alpine scenery
- Celebrating on the French Riviera on our final night
Guided
Alps and Dolomites - Giants of the Giro
Guided Road Cycling Holiday
| Start Date | End Date | Price p.p. |
|---|---|---|
| 25/07/2026 Guaranteed | 02/08/2026 | £2,495.00 |
| 22/08/2026 Guaranteed | 30/08/2026 | £2,495.00 |
| 17/07/2027 | 25/07/2027 | £2,595.00 |
| 21/08/2027 | 29/08/2027 | £2,595.00 |
- Cycling through the best alpine and dolomite scenery of Italy
- Climbing the iconic Mortirolo, Passo Gavia and Passo Stelvio of Giro d’Italia fame
- Enjoying post-ride relaxation in typical chalet-style mountain hotels
- Re-charging your energy levels every evening with tasty local fayre
- Testing your legs and endurance on the final Monte Grappa climb
- Enjoying an aperitif in the lively towns of San Pellegrino Terme, Bormio and Bassano del Grappa
Guided
Alps - Mont Ventoux to Alpe d'Huez
Guided Road Cycling Holiday
| Start Date | End Date | Price p.p. |
|---|---|---|
| 16/08/2026 Contact Us | 23/08/2026 | £2,595.00 |
| 26/06/2027 | 03/07/2027 | £2,695.00 |
| 24/07/2027 | 31/07/2027 | £2,695.00 |
- Legendary Tour de France challenges every day
- ‘Warming up’ on Mont Ventoux, the ‘Giant of Provence’
- Blue skies, fresh air and snow-capped peaks
- ‘Top of the world’ sensations on the summit of the Izoard
- Ticking off lots of Tour de France classics
- Riding through Provençal lavender flelds, synonymous with the region
- The final challenge of the legendary Alpe d‘Huez
Guided
Sierra Nevada and Granada
Guided Road Cycling Holiday
| Start Date | End Date | Price p.p. |
|---|---|---|
| 18/10/2026 Guaranteed | 24/10/2026 | £1,985.00 |
| 03/05/2027 | 09/05/2027 | £1,995.00 |
| 20/10/2027 | 26/10/2027 | £1,995.00 |
- Checking out the white mountain villages of the Alpujarras
- A night in a luxurious cave house in Guadix
- The Sierra Nevada Challenge – riding to the roof of Spain
- The classic Vuelta ride through the Sierra de Pandera
- Tasty tapas and sunset sangrias
- The descent to Granada and its amazing Alhambra Palace
Guided
Provence - Le Ventoux a Velo
Guided Road Cycling Holiday
| Start Date | End Date | Price p.p. |
|---|---|---|
| 08/08/2026 Contact Us | 15/08/2026 | £2,595.00 |
| 12/06/2027 | 19/06/2027 | £2,695.00 |
| 24/07/2027 | 31/07/2027 | £2,695.00 |
- Exploring the world famous beauty of one of France’s most popular regions
- Conquering Mont Ventoux – the mighty Géant de Provence
- Stunning views of the turquoise waters of Lac de Sainte Croix
- Riding the rim of the Gorge du Verdon, Europe’s very own Grand Canyon
- The lavender fields of the Plateau de Valensole
- Sipping on a cheeky post ride rosé in the sunshine
Guided
Pyrenean Traverse
Guided Road Cycling Holiday
| Start Date | End Date | Price p.p. |
|---|---|---|
| 12/07/2026 Contact Us | 23/07/2026 | £3,495.00 |
| 04/07/2027 | 15/07/2027 | £3,595.00 |
- A first evening feasting on a traditional Basque supper in beautiful Honarribia
- Conquering classic climbs of the Pyrenees including the Cat 1 Puerto de Portalet
- Winding through remote villages on unbelievably quiet mountain roads
- Gazing in awe at the highest mountains in the Pyrenees in the Parque de Aneto
- Wondering through the medieval streets of beautiful Ainsa
- Finishing the week with a glass of Cava on the beach in picturesque Cadaqués
Guided
Road Atlas
Guided Road Cycling Holiday
| Start Date | End Date | Price p.p. |
|---|---|---|
| 07/11/2026 Guaranteed | 16/11/2026 | £1,895.00 |
| 27/12/2026 | 05/01/2027 | £1,895.00 |
| 30/01/2027 | 08/02/2027 | £1,995.00 |
| 06/11/2027 | 15/11/2027 | £1,995.00 |
| 27/12/2027 | 05/01/2028 | £1,995.00 |
- The High Atlas mountain range
- The outstanding Ounila Valley and Ait Benhaddou Kasbah
- Exploring the surreal blue rocks of Tafraoute
- The incredible 100km ride from Tafraoute towards the coast
- Enjoying a cold beer on one of Morocco’s finest terraces at Immouzer
- The sights, smells and sounds of the Marrakech souk
- Starting and finishing in this years ‘Capital of Culture’ Marrakech
Guided
Trans Pyrenees Challenge
Guided Road Cycling Holiday
| Start Date | End Date | Price p.p. |
|---|---|---|
| 20/08/2026 Contact Us | 29/08/2026 | £3,245.00 |
| 01/07/2027 | 10/07/2027 | £3,395.00 |
| 19/08/2027 | 28/08/2027 | £3,395.00 |
- Riding the entire length of Europe’s most dramatic mountain range
- Looking down on the switchbacks ahead from the summits of the Aspin and the Port de Pailhères
- The breath-taking descent from the top of the Tourmalet
- Fresh crepes and a coffee at the summit of Col de Peyresourde
- Bathing tired legs in the outdoor thermal waters in Ax-les-Thermes
- Fine Spanish food and wine in Bossost
- A picnic and celebratory drinks on the beach by the Med
Guided
Classic Fjords
Guided Road Cycling Holiday
| Start Date | End Date | Price p.p. |
|---|---|---|
| 29/08/2026 Contact Us | 06/09/2026 | £4,995.00 |
| 02/07/2027 | 10/07/2027 | £5,195.00 |
| 06/08/2027 | 14/08/2027 | £5,195.00 |
- The natural beauty of the Norwegian landscape, fjords, mountains, waterfalls and coastlines
- Narrow and dramatic Norangsdalen Valley & the beautiful coastal roads of Hjørundfjorden
- Scenic, pollution-free, quiet roads and the freshest, cleanest air you can breathe
- Cycling the shores of world-famous Sognefjord and beautiful Balestrand
- Trollstigen Pass (The Troll’s Ladder) Norway’s most spectacular mountain road
- Cruising along the UNESCO listed Geirangerfjord by ferry
- Ålesund, Norway’s most beautiful city showcasing its impressive Art Nouveau architecture
Guided
Emerald Mountains
Guided Road Cycling Holiday
| Start Date | End Date | Price p.p. |
|---|---|---|
| 16/01/2027 | 28/01/2027 | £4,195.00 |
| 06/02/2027 | 18/02/2027 | £4,195.00 |
| 05/06/2027 | 17/06/2027 | £4,195.00 |
- Exploring unspoiled Andean highlands
- The historic city of Cartagena
- The hospitality of locals, so proud to show off their country
- The challenges offered by Colombia’s dramatic mountains
- Cycling with the warm Caribbean breeze at your back
- Being amongst the first to ride in this emerging destination
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