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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Cotswolds - Bourton-on-the-Water
Guided Leisure Cycling Holiday
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EARLY SEASON SAVINGS
Save £50 when you book our tour departing 13 April 2026. Book before 9 January and enter promo code EARLY26. Your discount will be applied once your booking is confirmed. Ts and Cs apply.
| Start Date | End Date | Price p.p. |
|---|---|---|
| * 13/04/2026 | 17/04/2026 | £1,145.00 |
| 15/06/2026 Fully Booked | 19/06/2026 | £1,195.00 |
| 24/08/2026 | 28/08/2026 | £1,195.00 |
- Staying at Harrington House, a comfortable HF Country House in the centre of picturesque Bourton-on-the-Water
- Three days guided cycling with an experienced leader
- Enjoying leisurely rides through beautiful rolling countryside
- Visiting the famous Cotswold market town of Stow-on-the-Wold
- Visiting the historic village of Bibury, famous for its stone cottages which once housed weavers
- Cycling through beautiful chocolate box villages
Self-Guided
Classic Tuscany
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.
| Start Date | End Date | Price p.p. |
|---|---|---|
| 06/05/2026 | 13/05/2026 | £1,495.00 |
| 25/09/2026 | 02/10/2026 | £1,495.00 |
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 dates throughout July and August)
Season 1 – £1695 24 Mar – 16 Jun and 03 Sep – 29 Oct
Season 2 – £1995 15-30 Jun and 01-08 Sep
Alternatively for a great value holiday, please 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.
- Staying at Tuscan farms overlooking stunning countryside
- Visiting the famous towns of Monteriggioni, Buonconvento, Asciano and Siena
- Riding through wonderful landscapes, wide open fields, cypress-lined hills and vineyards
- Trying delicious, regional dishes
- Sampling the best wines of Chianti, Montepulciano and Montalcino
- Absorbing the atmosphere of San Gimignano – a UNESCO World Heritage Site
Self-Guided
Sardinia - Coastal Explorer
Self-Guided Road 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 from 08 Jun – 31 Aug)
Season 1 – £1475 26 Mar – 07 Jun and 09 Sep – 29 Oct
Season 2 – £1685 01 Sept – 08 Sept
- Riding the stunning coastal road from Alghero to Bosa
- Exploring the sandstone coast of Santa Caterina di Pittinuri
- Visiting the Sinis Peninsula and the ancient Roman ruins of Tharros
- The view of Pan di Zucchero on the Nebida coastal ride
- Sweeping down the long descent to Fluminimaggiore and Masua
- Exploring the white beaches running alongside the south west coastal road
Self-Guided
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
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
Self-Guided
Girona Gravel 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 01 Mar – 16 Nov (excluding departures from 21 Jul – 31 August)
Season 1 – £1285 01 Mar – 31 Mar / 01 Nov – 16 Nov
Season 2 – £1395 01 Apr – 19 Jun / 01 Oct – 31 Oct
Season 3 – £1495 20 Jun – 20 Jul / 01 – 30 Sep
- Relax on gorgeous white sandy beaches, wander around ancient ruins, and meet with the friendly locals
- Cycle off-road through ancient vineyards and olive groves, treating your taste buds to the amazing local food
- Check out Salvador Dali’s art in his Theatre and Museum in Figueres
- Cycling the best tracks around Girona, the heart of Gravel riding in Spain
- Sip on the famous local wine of Emporda it’s got the international stamp of approval!
Self-Guided
Self-Guided
Spain
Girona and the Catalan Coast
Self-Guided Leisure Cycling Holiday
Duration
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
Tuscany - Giro della Toscana
Self-Guided Road 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 in July and August)
Season 1 – £1795 29 Mar – 14 Jun and 09 Sep – 26 Oct
Season 2 – £2095 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.
- Cycling through the historic wine regions of Tuscany, stopping off for a bit of wine tasting along the way
- Staying in quality accommodation, with fantastically warm hospitality
- Easing along the rolling hills of the ‘Colli Sienesi’
- Riding the stunning UNESCO heritage region of Val d’Orcia
- Stopping off at the lovely San Gimignano and Montalcino
- Chilling out with a post-ride Chianti
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
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Terms and Conditions
1. For 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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