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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La Via Claudia
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.
| Start Date | End Date | Price p.p. |
|---|---|---|
| 20/06/2026 Guaranteed | 27/06/2026 | $3,565.00 |
| 18/07/2026 Fully Booked | 25/07/2026 | $3,565.00 |
| 22/08/2026 Guaranteed | 29/08/2026 | $3,565.00 |
- Waking up to beautiful views of the Zugspitze, Germany’s highest peak
- Cycling beside the vivid blue waters of the River Inn
- Absorbing the history of an ancient trade route by bike
- Exploring Merano – The Jewel of South Tyrol
- Winding your way through the lovely Vinschgau Valley
- A post-ride, tasty gelato on the shores of Lake Garda
Lake Garda to Venice
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.
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 18 Apr – 26 Oct (excluding dates throughout July and August)
Season 1 – $2665 18 Apr – 14 Jun and 09 Sep – 26 Oct
Season 2 – $2995 15 Jun – 30 Jun and 01 – 08 Sep
If you‘re looking for a longer holiday, our Via Claudia route links into this tour perfectly; two self-guided tours of a similar grade that you‘re able to do back to back. Contact us if you’d like more info on this!
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.
- Enjoying a swim in Lake Garda
- Absorbing the hidden Renaissance gems of the ‘belpaese’
- Exploring Verona – a piece of art in itself
- Discovering the medieval fortification of Montagnana
- Taking a gondola ride along the canals of Venice
- Cycling along Pellestrina Island surrounded by Venetian lagoons and fishing boats
Puglia
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.
| Start Date | End Date | Price p.p. |
|---|---|---|
| 27/04/2026 | 04/05/2026 | $1,995.00 |
| 28/09/2026 Guaranteed | 05/10/2026 | $1,995.00 |
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 – $2235 29 Mar – 07 Jun / 09 Sep – 26 Oct
Season 2 – $2565 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
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.
| Start Date | End Date | Price p.p. |
|---|---|---|
| 07/06/2026 Contact Us | 14/06/2026 | $3,280.00 |
| 20/09/2026 | 27/09/2026 | $3,280.00 |
- 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. |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Fully Booked | 16/05/2026 | $2,695.00 |
| 16/05/2026 Ave Maria Fully Booked | 23/05/2026 | $3,510.00 |
| 23/05/2026 Vita Pugna Fully Booked | 30/05/2026 | $2,695.00 |
| 30/05/2026 Ave Maria Fully Booked | 06/06/2026 | $3,180.00 |
| 06/06/2026 Vita Pugna Fully Booked | 13/06/2026 | $2,510.00 |
| 13/06/2026 Ave Maria | 20/06/2026 | $3,180.00 |
| 20/06/2026 Vita Pugna Fully Booked | 27/06/2026 | $2,510.00 |
| 27/06/2026 Ave Maria Fully Booked | 04/07/2026 | $2,650.00 |
| 04/07/2026 Vita Pugna Fully Booked | 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 Fully Booked | 12/09/2026 | $3,710.00 |
| 12/09/2026 Vita Pugna Fully Booked | 19/09/2026 | $2,850.00 |
| 19/09/2026 Ave Maria Fully Booked | 26/09/2026 | $3,710.00 |
| 26/09/2026 Vita Pugna Fully Booked | 03/10/2026 | $2,850.00 |
| 03/10/2026 Ave Maria Fully Booked | 10/10/2026 | $3,710.00 |
| 10/10/2026 Vita Pugna Fully Booked | 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 and its historic centre; a Renaissance jewel
- Riding alongside the River Po, the longest river in Italy
- Experiencing the fishing valleys of 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. |
|---|---|---|
| 25/04/2026 Ave Maria Fully Booked | 02/05/2026 | $3,180.00 |
| 02/05/2026 Vita Pugna Fully Booked | 09/05/2026 | $2,695.00 |
| 09/05/2026 Ave Maria Fully Booked | 16/05/2026 | $3,510.00 |
| 16/05/2026 Vita Pugna Fully Booked | 23/05/2026 | $2,695.00 |
| 23/05/2026 Ave Maria | 30/05/2026 | $3,510.00 |
| 30/05/2026 Vita Pugna Fully Booked | 06/06/2026 | $2,510.00 |
| 06/06/2026 Ave Maria | 13/06/2026 | $3,180.00 |
| 13/06/2026 Vita Pugna Guaranteed | 20/06/2026 | $2,510.00 |
| 20/06/2026 Ave Maria | 27/06/2026 | $3,180.00 |
| 27/06/2026 Vita Pugna Guaranteed | 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 Fully Booked | 26/09/2026 | $2,850.00 |
| 26/09/2026 Ave Maria Fully Booked | 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 fishing valleys of the Po Delta, one of Europe’s largest wetlands
- Spending the day discovering Mantova and its historic centre; a Renaissance jewel
Tuscany to Rome
Guided Electric Bike Tour
E-BIKE TOUR
This holiday has been designed as an e-bike tour allowing you to experience more on two wheels whilst riding with like-minded Skedaddlers. Confident cyclists will enjoy the boost from a battery for those cheeky climbs and longer distances. With less effort required on the bike, you’ll have more energy at the end of the day for off-the-bike activities. Remember to select your e-bike hire when you book your holiday with us.
| Start Date | End Date | Price p.p. |
|---|---|---|
| 23/05/2026 Last Spaces | 30/05/2026 | $3,425.00 |
| 12/09/2026 | 19/09/2026 | $3,425.00 |
- 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.
| Start Date | End Date | Price p.p. |
|---|---|---|
| 06/05/2026 | 13/05/2026 | $2,135.00 |
| 25/09/2026 | 02/10/2026 | $2,135.00 |
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 – $2425 29 Mar – 14 Jun and 09 Sep – 26 Oct
Season 2 – $2850 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
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 – $1850 29 Mar – 14 Jun and 09 Sep – 26 Oct
Season 2 – $2135 15 – 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 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
Cycleways of Catalonia
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.
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 – 31 Oct (excluding departures from 01 Jul – 31 August)
Season 1 – $2465 01 – 28 Mar / 16 Sep – 31 Oct
Season 2 – $2710 06 Apr – 30 Jun / 01 – 15 Sep
- Cycling around the Garrotxa volcanic zone
- Following former railway tracks between Olot and the coast
- Spending a free day in Girona with its magnificent cathedral
- Enjoying tasty local fayre in Girona’s Lleo Market
- Discovering Olot’s rich cultural heritage
- Finishing your tour at the cool seaside town of San Feliu de Guíxols
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