Our range of classic road cycling tours throughout Europe offer something to suit all abilities and passions from classic French routes to Italian masterclasses. France is bursting with options in the iconic Alps and Pyrenees and in Italy the Dolomites will challenge the best amongst us. If you're super keen and wanting to really ride like the pros, we recommend you take a look at our challenging RAID holidays. If you enjoy taking in the finer things in life then why not try our mid-graded tours in Italy and Spain. Or for those looking for longer tours, then our Iconic Journeys in Europe include St. Malo to Nice, the Grand Traverse in Italy and Spain's Del Norte el Sur. With some of the best road bike tours on offer in Europe you're sure to find just what you're looking for.
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Alps - Mont Ventoux to Alpe d'Huez
Guided Road Bike Tour
| Start Date | End Date | Price p.p. |
|---|---|---|
| * 15/06/2025 Last Spaces | 22/06/2025 | $3,385.00 |
| * 17/08/2025 Guaranteed | 24/08/2025 | $3,385.00 |
- 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
Trans Pyrenees Challenge
Guided Road Bike Tour
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| Start Date | End Date | Price p.p. |
|---|---|---|
| 03/07/2025 Last Spaces | 12/07/2025 | $4,200.00 |
| * 21/08/2025 Contact Us | 30/08/2025 | $4,200.00 |
- 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
Pyrenees Fitness Week (Grade 2-3)
Guided Road Bike Tour
| Start Date | End Date | Price p.p. |
|---|---|---|
| 21/09/2025 Guaranteed | 28/09/2025 | $1,880.00 |
| 18/10/2025 | 25/10/2025 | $1,880.00 |
| 05/04/2026 | 12/04/2026 | $2,030.00 |
| 17/05/2026 | 24/05/2026 | $2,030.00 |
| 06/09/2026 | 13/09/2026 | $2,030.00 |
| 20/09/2026 | 27/09/2026 | $2,030.00 |
| 18/10/2026 | 25/10/2026 | $2,030.00 |
- Spending your week in a period 16th century French house
- Training on many of the climbs often used in Le Tour de France
- Personalised training regime to suit your individual requirements by a ABBC qualified coach
- Cycling through traffic-free rolling countryside, experiencing the beauty and tranquillity of rural France
- Coming back to a home-cooked feast every evening, freshly prepared by your coach’s wife, Toni.
- Sampling the delicious local wines of the region
Pyrenees Fitness Week (Grade 3-4)
Guided Road Bike Tour
| Start Date | End Date | Price p.p. |
|---|---|---|
| 05/10/2025 Guaranteed | 12/10/2025 | $1,880.00 |
| 19/04/2026 | 26/04/2026 | $2,030.00 |
| 04/10/2026 | 11/10/2026 | $2,030.00 |
- Spending your week in a period 16th century French house
- Training on many of the climbs often used in Le Tour de France
- Personalised training regime to suit your individual requirements by a ABBC qualified coach
- Cycling through traffic free rolling countryside, experiencing the beauty and tranquility of rural France
- Coming home to a home cooked feast every evening, freshly prepared by your coach’s wife, Toni
- Sampling the delicious local wines of the region
Sardinia - Coast to Coast
Self-Guided Road Bike Tour
| Start Date | End Date | Price p.p. |
|---|---|---|
| 29/09/2025 | 06/10/2025 | $1,895.00 |
Daily departures available. The season prices below are per person and are applicable for all start dates between and inclusive of the stated dates.
2025 24 Mar – 29 Oct (excluding dates from 09 Jun – 31 Aug)
Season 1 – $2070 24 Mar – 08 Jun / 09 Sep – 29 Oct
Season 2 – $2275 01 Sept – 08 Sept
2026 29 Mar – 26 Oct (excluding dates from 08 Jun – 31 Aug)
Season 1 – $2165 29 Mar – 07 Jun / 09 Sep – 26 Oct
Season 2 – $2395 01 Sept – 08 Sept
Alternatively for a great value holiday select one of our scheduled departures below.
- Riding the roller-coaster road below Mount Arcuentu to the west coast
- Exploring the UNESCO heritage site of Su Nuraxi at Barumini
- Taking a dip in the emerald waters of Sardinia
- Cycling through the Sardinian “Blue Zone”
- Dining on delicious home cooked food, washed down with tasty local wine!
- The stunning descent to Bari Sardo on the East Coast
Sardinia - Coastal Explorer
Guided Road Bike Tour
| Start Date | End Date | Price p.p. |
|---|---|---|
| 06/09/2025 | 13/09/2025 | $2,575.00 |
| 20/09/2025 Guaranteed | 27/09/2025 | $2,575.00 |
| 04/10/2025 Guaranteed | 11/10/2025 | $2,575.00 |
- Riding the stunning coastal road from Alghero to Bosa
- The ride to Montiferru through its oak forest
- Sampling delightful Sardinian foods with a vast variety of local wines
- Enjoying the view of Pan di Zucchero on the Nebida coastal ride
- Sweeping down the long descent to Fluminimaggiore and Masua
- Glimpsing the white beaches which hug the south west coast road
Tuscany - Giro della Toscana
Guided Road Bike Tour
| Start Date | End Date | Price p.p. |
|---|---|---|
| * 30/08/2025 Fully Booked | 06/09/2025 | $2,765.00 |
- 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
Sardinia - Coastal Explorer
Self-Guided Road Bike Tour
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 – $2005 24 Mar – 08 Jun and 09 Sep – 29 Oct
Season 2 – $2290 01 Sept – 08 Sept
2026 29 Mar – 26 Oct (excluding dates from 08 Jun – 31 Aug)
Season 1 – $2105 26 Mar – 07 Jun and 09 Sep – 29 Oct
Season 2 – $2410 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
Tuscany - Giro della Toscana
Self-Guided Road Bike Tour
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 throughout July and August)
Season 1 – $2205 24 Mar – 16 Jun and 03 Sep – 29 Oct
Season 2 – $2615 17 Jun – 30 Jun and 01 – 02 Sep
2026 29 Mar – 26 Oct (excluding dates in July and August)
Season 1 – $2300 29 Mar – 14 Jun and 09 Sep – 26 Oct
Season 2 – $2750 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
Grand Traverse Classic - North to South
Guided Road Bike Tour
| Start Date | End Date | Price p.p. |
|---|---|---|
| 25/09/2025 Last Spaces | 11/10/2025 | $5,965.00 |
| 21/05/2026 | 06/06/2026 | $6,265.00 |
| 24/09/2026 | 10/10/2026 | $6,265.00 |
- Riding down the backbone of Italy on a stunning route which takes in some of the best road cycling that Italy has to offer
- Cycling through 10 UNESCO World Heritage sites and 5 National Parks
- Visiting some of the most important historical and artistic cities in Italy: Lucca, San Gimignano, Pienza, Assisi and Lecce
- The camaraderie of your fellow cyclists who’ll be joining you on this incredible tour
- Immersing yourself in Italian culture – meeting the friendly locals, experiencing delicious culinary specialties and tasting the wines of each region
- Cycling to the most southerly point of Italy, having ridden nearly 1,100 miles and climbed over 21,000 metres!
Road Cycling Tours In Europe
Why Choose Europe for Your Road Cycling Tour?
Europe is the ultimate destination for road cyclists, offering an unrivalled variety of bike tours through stunning landscapes, historic regions, and iconic climbs from cycling’s grand tours. From smooth coastal roads to challenging mountain passes, whether you’re aiming for personal bests, enjoying scenic rides, or conquering legendary routes, there’s a perfect tour for every cyclist.
Top Road Cycling Destinations in Europe
In Italy, conquer the iconic climbs of the Alps and Dolomites, ride through Tuscany’s rolling hills, or tackle Sardinia’s rugged coastal roads. Spain offers exhilarating routes through Andalucia’s mountainous terrain, while France presents legendary rides in the Alps, Pyrenees, and Provence. For a truly unforgettable cross-border adventure, cycle from Prague to Venice, passing through the Czech Republic, Austria, Slovenia, and Italy, all with breathtaking scenery and smooth roads. Norway’s dramatic fjords and winding coastal highways deliver awe-inspiring views, while Portugal’s Douro Valley routes offer the perfect blend of challenge and beauty.
Decide How You Ride
Choose a guided group bike tour for expert support and camaraderie, or opt for a self-guided adventure, giving you the freedom to ride at your own pace.
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