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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Road Atlas
Guided Road Cycling Holiday
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Save £100 on this holiday when you book before 31 October 2025. Enter promo code BN26 when you book and your discount will be applied after your booking is confirmed. Ts and Cs apply.
| Start Date | End Date | Price p.p. |
|---|---|---|
| 08/11/2025 Fully Booked | 17/11/2025 | £1,765.00 |
| 27/12/2025 Fully Booked | 05/01/2026 | £1,765.00 |
| * 31/01/2026 | 09/02/2026 | £1,895.00 |
| * 07/11/2026 | 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
Provence - Le Ventoux a Velo
Guided Road Cycling Holiday
| Start Date | End Date | Price p.p. |
|---|---|---|
| 13/06/2026 | 20/06/2026 | £2,665.00 |
| 08/08/2026 | 15/08/2026 | £2,665.00 |
- 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
Trans Pyrenees Challenge
Guided Road Cycling Holiday
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Save £150 on this holiday when you book before 31 October 2025. Enter promo code BN26 when you book and your discount will be applied after your booking is confirmed. Ts and Cs apply
| Start Date | End Date | Price p.p. |
|---|---|---|
| * 02/07/2026 | 11/07/2026 | £3,245.00 |
| * 20/08/2026 | 29/08/2026 | £3,245.00 |
- 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
Alps and Dolomites - Giants of the Giro
Guided Road Cycling Holiday
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| Start Date | End Date | Price p.p. |
|---|---|---|
| * 25/07/2026 | 02/08/2026 | £2,595.00 |
| * 22/08/2026 | 30/08/2026 | £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
Dolomiti Discoverer
Guided Road Cycling Holiday
| Start Date | End Date | Price p.p. |
|---|---|---|
| 04/07/2026 | 11/07/2026 | £2,625.00 |
| 18/07/2026 | 25/07/2026 | £2,625.00 |
- Admiring from various angles the classic grey and orange jagged peaks of the Dolomites
- Riding the Sella Ronda, part of the Maratona delle Dolomiti, one of Italy’s biggest Gran Fondo events
- Riding the dazzling descents and climbs you yearned to ride whilst watching the Giro d‘Italia
- The sense of achievement at the end of the tour having conquered many climbs at your own pace.
- Superb, mouth-watering and filling Italian food after a day on the bike – plenty of carbs!
Guided
Classic Fjords
Guided Road Cycling Holiday
| Start Date | End Date | Price p.p. |
|---|---|---|
| 13/06/2026 | 21/06/2026 | £4,795.00 |
| 29/08/2026 | 06/09/2026 | £4,795.00 |
- 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
Alps - Mont Ventoux to Alpe d'Huez
Guided Road Cycling Holiday
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| Start Date | End Date | Price p.p. |
|---|---|---|
| * 14/06/2026 | 21/06/2026 | £2,620.00 |
| * 16/08/2026 | 23/08/2026 | £2,620.00 |
- 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
Emerald Mountains
Guided Road Cycling Holiday
| Start Date | End Date | Price p.p. |
|---|---|---|
| 17/01/2026 Guaranteed | 29/01/2026 | £3,995.00 |
| 07/02/2026 Guaranteed | 19/02/2026 | £3,995.00 |
| 06/06/2026 | 18/06/2026 | £3,995.00 |
| 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
Guided
Sierra Nevada and Granada
Guided Road Cycling Holiday
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Save £100 on this holiday when you book before 31 October 2025. Enter promo code BN26 when you book and your discount will be applied after your booking is confirmed. Ts and Cs apply.
| Start Date | End Date | Price p.p. |
|---|---|---|
| * 03/05/2026 | 09/05/2026 | £1,985.00 |
| * 18/10/2026 | 24/10/2026 | £1,985.00 |
- 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
Pyrenean Traverse
Guided Road Cycling Holiday
| Start Date | End Date | Price p.p. |
|---|---|---|
| 12/07/2026 | 23/07/2026 | £3,695.00 |
- 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
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