Cycling tours are a fantastic way to explore stunning landscapes, experience local cultures, and stay active during the sunny months of June to August. From scenic countryside routes in the UK to mountain trails in the Alps and coastal paths in Spain and Italy, Europe offers diverse options. For more adventure, South America and Asia provide some unforgettable rides too. With warm weather and long days, summer is the perfect time for a cycling tour.
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Puglia
Guided Bike Tour
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. |
|---|---|---|
| 07/06/2026 | 14/06/2026 | $3,135.00 |
| 20/09/2026 | 27/09/2026 | $3,135.00 |
- Cycling through wonderful landscapes of ancient olive groves, vineyards and stunning coastlines
- Exploring the UNESCO World Heritage town of Alberobello and the Baroque city of Lecce
- Discovering the traditional Trulli houses of Puglia
- Relaxing each night in comfortable 3 and 4* hotels in authentic Apulian towns and villages
- Stopping at beautiful sandy beaches with turquoise seas
- Tasting delicious Apulian produce, like orecchiette and extra virgin olive oil
Venetian Waterways (Mantova to Venice)
Bike and Barge Tour
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.
| Start Date | End Date | Price p.p. |
|---|---|---|
| 21/03/2026 Ave Maria | 28/03/2026 | $1,995.00 |
| 28/03/2026 Vita Pugna | 04/04/2026 | $1,665.00 |
| 04/04/2026 Ave Maria | 11/04/2026 | $3,180.00 |
| 11/04/2026 Vita Pugna | 18/04/2026 | $2,510.00 |
| 18/04/2026 Ave Maria | 25/04/2026 | $3,180.00 |
| 25/04/2026 Vita Pugna Fully Booked | 02/05/2026 | $2,510.00 |
| 02/05/2026 Ave Maria Fully Booked | 09/05/2026 | $3,510.00 |
| 09/05/2026 Vita Pugna | 16/05/2026 | $2,695.00 |
| 16/05/2026 Ave Maria | 23/05/2026 | $3,510.00 |
| 23/05/2026 Vita Pugna | 30/05/2026 | $2,695.00 |
| 30/05/2026 Ave Maria Guaranteed | 06/06/2026 | $3,180.00 |
| 06/06/2026 Vita Pugna | 13/06/2026 | $2,510.00 |
| 13/06/2026 Ave Maria | 20/06/2026 | $3,180.00 |
| 20/06/2026 Vita Pugna | 27/06/2026 | $2,510.00 |
| 27/06/2026 Ave Maria | 04/07/2026 | $2,650.00 |
| 04/07/2026 Vita Pugna | 11/07/2026 | $2,335.00 |
| 11/07/2026 Ave Maria | 18/07/2026 | $2,650.00 |
| 18/07/2026 Vita Pugna | 25/07/2026 | $2,335.00 |
| 25/07/2026 Ave Maria | 01/08/2026 | $2,650.00 |
| 01/08/2026 Vita Pugna | 08/08/2026 | $2,335.00 |
| 08/08/2026 Ave Maria | 15/08/2026 | $2,650.00 |
| 15/08/2026 Vita Pugna | 22/08/2026 | $2,335.00 |
| 22/08/2026 Ave Maria | 29/08/2026 | $2,650.00 |
| 29/08/2026 Vita Pugna | 05/09/2026 | $2,850.00 |
| 05/09/2026 Ave Maria | 12/09/2026 | $3,710.00 |
| 12/09/2026 Vita Pugna | 19/09/2026 | $2,850.00 |
| 19/09/2026 Ave Maria | 26/09/2026 | $3,710.00 |
| 26/09/2026 Vita Pugna | 03/10/2026 | $2,850.00 |
| 03/10/2026 Ave Maria | 10/10/2026 | $3,710.00 |
| 10/10/2026 Vita Pugna | 17/10/2026 | $2,850.00 |
| 17/10/2026 Ave Maria | 24/10/2026 | $3,180.00 |
- Cycling through some of Northern Italy’s most enticing cities
- Staying on board the modern, bright and spacious Ave Maria or the traditional Vita Pugna
- Spending the day discovering Mantova
- Riding alongside the River Po, the longest river in Italy
- Experiencing the Po Delta, one of Europe’s largest wetlands
- Finishing your trip in beautiful Venice
Venetian Waterways (Venice to Mantova)
Bike and Barge Tour
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.
| Start Date | End Date | Price p.p. |
|---|---|---|
| 28/03/2026 Ave Maria | 04/04/2026 | $1,995.00 |
| 04/04/2026 Vita Pugna | 11/04/2026 | $2,510.00 |
| 11/04/2026 Ave Maria | 18/04/2026 | $3,180.00 |
| 18/04/2026 Vita Pugna | 25/04/2026 | $2,510.00 |
| 25/04/2026 Ave Maria | 02/05/2026 | $3,180.00 |
| 02/05/2026 Vita Pugna | 09/05/2026 | $2,695.00 |
| 09/05/2026 Ave Maria | 16/05/2026 | $3,510.00 |
| 16/05/2026 Vita Pugna | 23/05/2026 | $2,695.00 |
| 23/05/2026 Ave Maria | 30/05/2026 | $3,510.00 |
| 30/05/2026 Vita Pugna | 06/06/2026 | $2,510.00 |
| 06/06/2026 Ave Maria | 13/06/2026 | $3,180.00 |
| 13/06/2026 Vita Pugna | 20/06/2026 | $2,510.00 |
| 20/06/2026 Ave Maria | 27/06/2026 | $3,180.00 |
| 27/06/2026 Vita Pugna | 04/07/2026 | $2,335.00 |
| 04/07/2026 Ave Maria | 11/07/2026 | $2,650.00 |
| 11/07/2026 Vita Pugna | 18/07/2026 | $2,335.00 |
| 18/07/2026 Ave Maria | 25/07/2026 | $2,650.00 |
| 25/07/2026 Vita Pugna | 01/08/2026 | $2,335.00 |
| 01/08/2026 Ave Maria | 08/08/2026 | $2,650.00 |
| 08/08/2026 Vita Pugna | 15/08/2026 | $2,335.00 |
| 15/08/2026 Ave Maria | 22/08/2026 | $2,650.00 |
| 22/08/2026 Vita Pugna | 29/08/2026 | $2,335.00 |
| 29/08/2026 Ave Maria | 05/09/2026 | $3,710.00 |
| 05/09/2026 Vita Pugna | 12/09/2026 | $2,850.00 |
| 12/09/2026 Ave Maria Last Spaces | 19/09/2026 | $3,710.00 |
| 19/09/2026 Vita Pugna | 26/09/2026 | $2,850.00 |
| 26/09/2026 Ave Maria | 03/10/2026 | $3,710.00 |
| 03/10/2026 Vita Pugna | 10/10/2026 | $2,850.00 |
| 10/10/2026 Ave Maria | 17/10/2026 | $3,710.00 |
| 17/10/2026 Vita Pugna | 24/10/2026 | $2,510.00 |
| 24/10/2026 Ave Maria | 31/10/2026 | $3,180.00 |
- Cycling through some of Northern Italy’s most enticing cities
- Staying on board the modern, bright and spacious Ave Maria or the traditional Vita Pugna
- Exploring the beautiful city of Venice
- Riding alongside the River Po, the longest river in Italy
- Experiencing the Po Delta, one of Europe’s largest wetlands
- Spending the day discovering Mantova
Tuscany to Rome
Guided Electric Bike Tour
SAVE ON 2026 ESCAPES
Save $125 on this holiday when you book before 10 November 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. |
|---|---|---|
| * 23/05/2026 | 30/05/2026 | $3,335.00 |
| * 12/09/2026 | 19/09/2026 | $3,335.00 |
- Staying in Tuscan accommodation overlooking stunning landscapes
- Discovering the amazing towns of Siena, San Quirico and Pienza
- Sampling the best wines of Chianti, Montepulciano and Montalcino
- Enjoying the journey from Tuscany to Rome on a variety of terrain, including ancient Roman roads
- Exploring the lesser-known historical towns of Lazio, such as Sutri with it’s Roman amphitheatre
- The sense of achievement riding into St Peter’s Square in Rome
Classic Tuscany
Self-Guided Leisure Bike Tour
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.
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 – $1910 24 Mar – 16 Jun and 03 Sep – 29 Oct
Season 2 – $2250 17 Jun – 30 Jun and 01 – 02 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, Radda in Chianti 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
Tuscany - Pisa to Florence
Self-Guided Leisure 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.
2026 29 Mar – 26 Oct (excluding dates throughout July and August)
Season 1 – $1950 29 Mar – 14 Jun and 09 Sep – 26 Oct
Season 2 – $2235 15 – 30 Jun and 01 – 08 Sep
Alternatively for a great value holiday 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.
- Riding between two of Italy’s most iconic cities
- Exploring Pisa, home of the world-famous Piazza dei Miracoli
- Cycling along quiet country lanes through Tuscan countryside
- Cycling past fairy tale Renaissance palaces and villas
- Visiting Vinci, the birthplace of Leonardo da Vinci
- Spending a free day in Florence, the birthplace of the Renaissance
St Malo to Nice Explorer
Guided Road Bike Tour
| Start Date | End Date | Price p.p. |
|---|---|---|
| 11/05/2026 Guaranteed | 30/05/2026 | $8,420.00 |
| 07/09/2026 | 26/09/2026 | $8,420.00 |
- Cycling along the Brittany coast with views out to the Abbey of Mont St-Michel
- Travelling under your own power all the way from the Channel to the Mediterranean
- Meandering along the Loire, Dordogne and Rhône rivers
- Riding through vineyards of Chateauneuf-du-pape
- Riding through the lavender fields of Provence and winding your way through the Verdon Gorge
- Descending to Nice to ride along the Promenade des Anglais
Dolomites of Brenta
Electric Mountain Bike Tour
SAVE ON 2026 ESCAPES
Save $125 on this holiday when you book before 10 November 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. |
|---|---|---|
| * 27/06/2026 | 03/07/2026 | $3,425.00 |
| * 29/08/2026 | 04/09/2026 | $3,425.00 |
- Everchanging mountain scenery
- Scrumptious polenta and stew at the best little refuge of the Dolomites
- Gazing over the most famous peaks of the Dolomites
- Rolling through alpine pastures
- Italian gelato after a day on your bike
- Biking through beech forests and flower filled meadows
Emilia-Romagna - The Food Valley
Self-Guided Leisure Bike Tour
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. 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 – $2250 29 Mar – 14 Jun and 09 Sep – 26 Oct
Season 2 – $2480 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.
- Gently cycling on quiet roads and cycle paths through beautiful countryside
- Sampling tasty slow-food produce on the Food Valley Bike route from Cremona to Parma
- Tasting authentic Italian food in their towns of origin such as Parma Ham, Parmigiano Reggiano, Balsamic Vinegar, and Bolognese Ragù
- Visiting the hometown of the famous Italian composer Giuseppe Verdi
- Exploring modern and bustling Modena
- Taking in the vibrant university city of Bologna
Alps and Dolomites - Giants of the Giro
Guided Road Bike Tour
SAVE ON 2026 ESCAPES
Save $125 on this holiday when you book before 10 November 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. |
|---|---|---|
| * 25/07/2026 | 02/08/2026 | $3,710.00 |
| * 22/08/2026 | 30/08/2026 | $3,710.00 |
- 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
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