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          Cross-Country Challenges

          Cross-country journeys have always been the heart and soul of Saddle Skedaddle mountain biking. Available throughout the UK, Europe and further afield, these are rewarding place-to-place tours that explore remote and spectacular wilderness, taking in the best trails on offer. Travelling by bike takes us away from the crowds and is the perfect way to soak up the real character of these amazing environments. As with all of our trips, this range caters to all levels of fitness, skill and MTB experience, all you have to do is pick the right journey for you!

          There are many journeys to choose from ranging from popular UK classics such as the Sandstone Way and Highlands C2C, to epic adventures further afield. See the full range below.

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          Northumberland - Sandstone Way

          Guided Mountain Bike Tour

          Duration

          4 days

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          $1,280 P.P.
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          Northumberland - Sandstone Way

          Guided Mountain Bike Tour

          E-MTB HIRE AVAILABLE

          This holiday is great fun on a regular mountain bike or an e-mountain bike and you can choose to hire either when you book your holiday with us! If you’re an experienced rider, you can choose one of our quality e-mountain hire bikes and experience the buzz of a pedal-assisted ride. Select your e-MTB hire when you book a holiday with us. Bear in mind that the pace will be set to riders with a regular mountain bike.

          Start DateEnd DatePrice p.p.
          22/05/202625/05/2026$1,280.00
          03/07/202606/07/2026$1,280.00
          04/09/202607/09/2026$1,280.00
          • Dramatic hills and remote valleys of Northumberland National Park
          • Biking through the least populated county in England
          • Trying out a selection of fun, flowing singletrack
          • Exploring remote bridleways and little known rights of way
          • Pease pudding and stotties in a local country pub
          • Rolling by wide open countryside with sweeping views and numerous sandstone crags
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          Northumberland - Sandstone Way

          Self-Guided Mountain Bike Tour

          Duration

          5 days

          Prices from

          $1,195 P.P.
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          Northumberland - Sandstone Way

          Self-Guided Mountain Bike Tour

          Daily departures available from 8 Apr to 15 Oct. The season prices below are per person and are applicable for all start dates between and inclusive of the stated dates.

          2026

          Season 1 8 Apr – 28 Sep: $1195

          Season 2 29 Sep – 15 Oct: $1310

          You either can make a booking online or over the phone. Once we have your details, we’ll be able to check availability.

          • Dramatic hills and remote valleys of Northumberland National Park
          • Biking through the least populated county in England
          • Trying out a selection of fun, flowing singletrack
          • Exploring remote bridleways and little known rights of way
          • Pease pudding and stotties in a local country pub
          • Rolling by wide open countryside with sweeping views and numerous sandstone crags
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          Scotland

          Scotland - Highlands Coast to Coast

          Guided Mountain Bike Tour

          Duration

          7 days

          Prices from

          $2,895 P.P.
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          Scotland - Highlands Coast to Coast

          Guided Mountain Bike Tour

          SAVE ON 2026 ESCAPES

          Save $125 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 DateEnd DatePrice p.p.
          * 21/06/202627/06/2026$2,895.00
          * 23/08/202629/08/2026$2,895.00
          • True wilderness mountain biking in awesome scenery
          • Mix of great biking trails across the Highlands
          • The views from the top of the Corrieyairack Pass
          • Rolling into Fort Augustus along the Caledonian Canal
          • Choosing your daily Highland single malt
          • Blasting down Mount Keen to Glen Esk
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          Sardinia - Coast to Coast

          Self-Guided Mountain Bike Tour

          Duration

          8 days

          Prices from

          $2,180 P.P.
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          Sardinia - Coast to Coast

          Self-Guided Mountain Bike Tour

          E-MTB HIRE AVAILABLE

          This holiday is great fun on a regular mountain bike or an e-mountain bike and you can choose to hire either when you book your holiday with us! If you’re an experienced rider, you can choose one of our quality e-mountain hire bikes and experience the buzz of a pedal-assisted ride. Select your e-MTB hire when you book a holiday with us. Bear in mind that the pace will be set to riders with a regular mountain 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 24 Mar – 29 Oct (excluding dates from 09 Jun – 31 Aug)

          Season 1 – $2180 24 Mar – 08 Jun / 09 Sep – 29 Oct

          Season 2 – $2395 01 Sept – 08 Sept

          2026 29 Mar – 26 Oct (excluding dates from 08 Jun – 31 Aug)

          Season 1 – $2280 29 Mar – 07 Jun / 09 Sep – 26 Oct

          Season 2 – $2525 01 Sep – 08 Sept

          Alternatively for a great value holiday select one of our scheduled departures below.

          • Experiencing the friendliness of the Sardinian people
          • Piscinas Beach – The highest sand dunes in the Med.
          • Checking out the UNESCO heritage Nuraghe of Barumini
          • Riding varied biking trails in real remote mountain areas
          • Good home cooked food, washed down with local wine
          • The stunning descent to Bari Sardo on the East Coast
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          Italy

          Sardinia - Coast to Coast

          Guided Mountain Bike Tour

          Duration

          8 days

          Prices from

          $3,050 P.P.
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          Sardinia - Coast to Coast

          Guided Mountain Bike Tour

          E-MTB HIRE AVAILABLE

          This holiday is great fun on a regular mountain bike or an e-mountain bike and you can choose to hire either when you book your holiday with us! If you’re an experienced rider, you can choose one of our quality e-mountain hire bikes and experience the buzz of a pedal-assisted ride. Select your e-MTB hire when you book a holiday with us. Bear in mind that the pace will be set to riders with a regular mountain bike. 

          Start DateEnd DatePrice p.p.
          02/05/2026
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          09/05/2026$3,050.00
          26/09/202603/10/2026$3,050.00
          • Visiting Piscinas Beach – the highest sand dunes in the Med
          • Checking out the UNESCO heritage Nuraghe of Barumini
          • Riding varied biking trails in real remote mountain areas
          • Eating fantastic home cooked food, washed down with local wine!
          • Enjoying the stunning scenery of the limestone mountains around Ulassai
          • The satisfaction of crossing spectacular Sardinia by bike
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          Guided
          Spain

          Camino Primitivo

          Guided Mountain Bike Tour

          Duration

          8 days

          Prices from

          $3,565 P.P.
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          Camino Primitivo

          Guided Mountain Bike Tour

          E-MTB HIRE AVAILABLE

          This holiday is great fun on a regular mountain bike or an e-mountain bike and you can choose to hire either when you book your holiday with us! If you’re an experienced rider, you can choose one of our quality e-mountain hire bikes and experience the buzz of a pedal-assisted ride. Select your e-MTB hire when you book a holiday with us. Bear in mind that the pace will be set to riders with a regular mountain bike.

          Start DateEnd DatePrice p.p.
          10/05/202617/05/2026$3,565.00
          11/09/202618/09/2026$3,565.00
          • Pre-trip cider pouring in the old town of Oviedo
          • The sinuous singletrack switchback descent to Las Grandas
          • Remote, wild routes across high mountains passes
          • Descending out of the rugged Cordillera to the fabulous Roman city of Lugo
          • Tasting Galician-style Octopus washed down with a crisp Albarino white
          • Hearing the eerie wail of bagpipes on arrival into the cathedral square in Santiago
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          Guided
          Peru

          Andean Journey

          Guided Mountain Bike Tour

          Duration

          13 days

          Prices from

          $5,020 P.P.
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          Andean Journey

          Guided Mountain Bike Tour

          SAVE ON 2026 ESCAPES

          Save $200 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 DateEnd DatePrice p.p.
          * 16/05/202628/05/2026$5,020.00
          * 03/10/202615/10/2026$5,020.00
          15/05/202727/05/2027$5,280.00
          02/10/202714/10/2027$5,280.00
          • Remote wilderness cross-country riding
          • Camping on the high altiplano
          • Fun trails around Lago Langui and the Cañón de Tinajani
          • Exploring the Sacred Valley of the Inca by bike
          • Visiting the Historic Sanctuary of Machu Picchu
          • Homestay on the shores of Lago Titicaca after visiting the Uros floating islands
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          Guided
          Spain

          Pyrenees All Mountain Traverse

          Guided Mountain Bike Tour

          Duration

          8 days

          Prices from

          $3,525 P.P.
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          Pyrenees All Mountain Traverse

          Guided Mountain Bike Tour

          SAVE ON 2026 ESCAPES

          Save $125 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 DateEnd DatePrice p.p.
          * 26/05/202602/06/2026$3,525.00
          * 01/10/2026 E-Bike Departure08/10/2026$3,525.00
          • Oh, just sweet, sweet singletrack everywhere
          • The full traverse of the stunning Tena valley
          • Riding ancient singletrack steeped with history and heritage
          • Exploring the untouched Spanish Pyrenees
          • Enjoying tasty local cuisine with a glass of Somantano Red
          • Taking on el Classico from San Andreas hermitage
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          Not sure which trip's right for you? Just ask!

          Get in touch and we'll help you find your perfect trip.

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          The best riding holiday I have had so far. Service by Skedaddle was motivational! The team were always supportive, fun and helpful.
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          The three guides were excellent in all aspects and maintained the high Skedaddle level. Thanks very much Skedaddle.
          Eric, Italy - Dolomites of Brenta
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          Very challenging riding, but that's exactly what I wanted. I'll be returning to Peru with my mountain bike again sometime for sure.
          John, Peru - Sacred Singletrack
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          I had an incredible time in Morocco, one of the best adventures I have ever had. The guides were absolutely fantastic!
          Graham, Morocco - Atlas to Desert
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          Steve is a great character and a fantastic leader. Couldn't ask for more. Can I do the Celtic Crossing again now, please?!
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          It was nice to have rides with different characteristics on different days rather than five with the same character. Picnic lunches were fantastic!
          Phillip, Portugal - Atlantic Trails
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