Over the last 10 years, the Yorkshire Dales has become the must ride road cycling destination in the UK. In 2014 the Dales hosted the Grand Depart of the Tour de France, with stage 1 riding the famous…
The Brecon Beacons national park, located in South Wales offers everything from charming and lively market towns, to high peaks with incredible views of the Welsh countryside and Black Mountains. It is…
The Peak District is England's oldest national park, designated as such in 1951, and ever since then it has been a haven for cyclists. Being named the Peak District, you won't be surprised that there…
Cycling in Cornwall offers a rider an overwhelming sensory sensation - sandy beaches, sunny weather, a soft sea breeze in your face whilst you roll through the quiet country lanes flourishing with wild…
Join us for 3 days exploring the beauty of the Scottish Lowlands alongside one of the UK’s most decorated Olympians, Sir Chris Hoy, while two of Scotlands best chefs - Tom Kitchin and Alan Murchison…
We're heading to the island for 3 days of indulgent joyriding across one of the UK’s best cycling destinations. Join us for a weekend to remember riding alongside 5 time Olympic Gold medallist and Tour…
Discovered by the Romans, conquered by the Moors and with close ties to Valencia and Catalonia, the largest of the Balearic Isles is steeped in history and culinary tradition. Beyond the tourist attractions…
Medieval Girona has quickly become the new cycling mecca of mainland Spain. Home to nearly 100 professional cyclists, it is a perfect gateway to the quiet roads of northeast Catalonia. Weave through the…
Lloret de Mar lies to the south of medieval Girona, set against the backdrop of the beautiful Costa Brava coastline. Ride iconic routes overlooking the Mediterranean and take on the Catalan Mont Ventoux…
The Costa Dorada, a stone’s throw from Barcelona, is an undiscovered gem. Behind the sparkling beaches and Roman ruins of Tarragona, you will find the beautiful wine-producing regions of Priorat and…
The Sierra Nevada, a snowy ridgeline spanning 80km in southern Spain, is one of our favourite all year round cycling destinations. With Granada resting in its foothills, the Andalusian mountain range boasts…
Dominated by Mount Teide (3,718m), the third biggest volcano in the world, Tenerife has a reliably warm climate and boasts Europe's longest continuous road ascent. Explore remote mountain villages, cultured…
Lanzarote is one of the most dramatic landscapes to be found in Europe with an extraordinary geology of 300 volcanic cones, eerie blackened lava fields and the occasional bucolic, palm-filled valley. The…
Nestled in the Valtellina valley and immediately south of the vertiginous Passo dello Stelvio lays Bormio, a cycling mecca of Northern Italy. The Stelvio has a staggering 48 hairpins and is a route carved…
Better known for its winter sports, the Dolomites are an inspiring destination to visit between late spring and autumn too. Once the snow melts and skiers disperse, cyclists flock to the ‘Pale Mountains’…
Straddling the borders of three distinct regions – Lombardy, Trentino Alto-Adige and the Veneto – Lake Garda attracts a variety of visitors. For warm weather cyclists, pedal eastwards and explore the…
Set in the shadow of the snow-covered Rhaetian Alps and nestled in between vertiginous, green hillsides, Lake Como is the most beautiful of Italy’s major lakes. Wend your way along a shoreline littered…
Stretching from the Gulf of Venice in the north to the Capo d'Otranto in the south, Italy’s Adriatic coastline is a beautiful but largely unknown destination to many except its locals. Based near the…
On the French Spanish border, nestled between the Atlantic Ocean and Mediterranean, lie the famed Pyrenees Cols. From the pilgrimage town of Lourdes or Argeles-Gazost, you will ride the classics featured…
Home to the famous Tour de France summit of Mont Ventoux, Provence has an esteemed place in professional cycling folklore. Yet it is the perfect playground for all levels of cyclist. The meandering roads…
Nestled at the base of the Haute-Savoie valley and hemmed in by the French and Swiss Alps, the ski resort of Morzine is home to an array of tough cols that have enjoyed years of Tour de France history…
The small town of Bride les Bains, located at the foot of the Vanoise National Park, is the perfect hub to tackle some of the French Alps most famous and majestic climbs. The Madeleine, Iseran and le Cormet…
High up in the French Alps, it's enthralling to imagine the forces that shaped such colossal peaks so many millions of years ago. And for cyclists, perhaps it is just as enthralling to know they can be…
Long affiliated with Piedmont and Liguria to the east, Savoy to the north and Sardinia to the south, the bustling streets of Nice have a distinctly Italian feel to them. For a cycling holiday, there is…
Home to over 50 professional cyclists and visited yearly on the Vuelta de España, Andorra is a landscape of dramatic peaks and beautiful remote back roads. It boasts the highest capital in Europe and…
Away from the beaches and Mediterranean shoreline, Cyprus is a delightful landscape of wildflower meadows, rolling vineyards and pine-clad mountains. It has all the ingredients for a perfect cycling holiday…
Arguably the most iconic climb in Tour de France history, Mont Ventoux reaches 1,909m above the flat surroundings of the Vaucluse. Its monolithic presence in the landscape means it can be seen from miles…
Provence is one of Frances cycling heartlands. The landscape is a mix of wide valleys, small mountain ranges, such as the Alpilles, and dramatic gorges. The landscapes majesty is matched by the charm and…
Starting in Vicenza, famed for Palladian villas and a UNESCO world heritage site, this tour takes you on a grand tour of the Veneto region of Italy. Your route takes you through the staggeringly beautiful…
Cycle through lush Cuban countryside, colourful colonial towns and alongside quiet coastal roads where the inviting waters of the Caribbean await. Cuba is the ideal destination for a cycling holiday, with…
Discover a beautiful and fertile land at the northern gateway to Patagonia - a magical landscape filled with active volcanoes, turquoise rivers, gigantic lakes and ancient native forests. See Andean condors…
Savour the dramatic mountain scenery of the Dolomites, while avoiding the need to ride up any long climbs. We explore the beautiful valleys of the Alta Pusteria on two wheels, visiting Brunico, Lake Toblach…
Combining the best of two of our most popular Italian cycling trips, this itinerary offers the unique challenge of riding right across Italy [1] from the Adriatic to the Tyrrhenian sea. Expect a rewarding…
Encompassing the best of Morocco, this trip will take us past the foothills of Mt Toubkal, golden Kasbahs, impressive gorges and the long sandy beach of Essaouira. This spectacular route follows smooth…
Active volcanoes tower over rice paddies and coffee plantations. Jungles fringe tropical beaches on the edge of coral-rich waters. Village and temples dot the landscape where age-old traditions are still…
Laos, known as the land of a million smiles, boasts stunning mountainous landscape and a laid back atmosphere, the result of a long isolation from its neighbours. Our route takes us through some spectacular…
We ride from vibrant Saigon in the south to the thrilling capital of Hanoi in the north on this two week cycling tour, travelling on tarmac roads through colourful fishing villages, folding rice terraces…
With its roots in the late 1970s, the first version of what is now called the Cape Town Cycle Tour (formally Cape Argus Cycle Tour) down the Cape Peninsula had 525 entrants. Year on year the number of…
Starting in the graceful colonial city of Granada and ending in bustling Panama City, our route takes us into Costa Rica's steamy rainforests, alongside active volcanoes and to the tropical island paradise…
The rich natural and cultural diversity of the Balkans provides the kind of variety you rarely find on European rides. This fascinating route provides the opportunity to visit three very different countries…
Known to have the clearest waters in the Mediterranean and undoubtedly packed with historical and cultural interest, the Dalmatian Coast is one of the true wonders of Europe. We follow some of the best…
Few landscapes in Europe match the beauty of the jagged limestone Dolomites. The route starts with incredible views of Trentino's dramatic mountains, cycling on relatively easy roads and tracks along the…
You stay in the fishing village of Calella de Palafrugell, where the rocky coastline has a number of small coves, nearby, to explore. We provide a range of fully researched, self-guided walking and cycling…
The Wild Atlantic Way spans the full Western coast of Ireland and on this holiday you explore its wonderful Southern peninsula. With one of the country's finest national parks as its backyard, the lively…
The Tour of Flanders is one of the prestigious 5 monuments of cycling. It's the first cobbled classic of the year. The 2021 Tour of Flanders takes place on Sunday 4 April 2021. The RVV Cyclo Sportive is…
The 2021 Paris-Roubaix Challenge takes place on Saturday 10 April 2021. Ride most of the Paris - Roubaix route including all of the cobbles. The professionals will tackle the same roads the day after on…
Every year the Marmotte Granfondo takes place on a tough course in the French Alps around Alpe d'Huez. We offer the choice of a variety of hotels in Alpe d'Huez. We offer guaranteed entry with choice of…
The date of the Maratona dles Dolomites - Enel 2021 is Sunday July 4, 2021. Closed road Italian Gran Fondo riding at its very best, The Maratona dles Dolomites - Enel is widely regarded as one of the toughest…
A VINTAGE CYCLING TOUR - 2021 DATES NOW AVAILABLE Stunning scenery and a fantastic climate would be reason enough to join a Tuscan cycle tour. Add in the heady scent of the region’s famous Chianti…
A GRAND COL MOUNTAIN ADVENTURE Last year Viva Velo has partnered with its long time friend and associate, Dean Thompson to offer its clients the opportunity of riding some of the most famous Cols in The…
RONDA AND THE SIERRA DE GRAZALEMA A new tour for 2021, our Tour of Andalusia is based in the stunningly scenic town of Ronda. Perched astride its famous canyon and renowned as the summer home of Ernest…
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The Maurienne valley is considered by many to be Europes best cycling destination. With so many bucket list climbs and beautiful, gravity-defying roads snaking their way up the high Alpine pastures, it…
Showcased by the Vuelta every August, Andalusia (Andaluca in Spanish) has to be one of the best places in Europe to ride a road bike. The scenery is varied, the roads well surfaced and there are lots of…
The mountainous region of Europe, where Slovenia, Austria and Italy meet, is a delight for road cyclists looking for a week of spectacular riding away from the crowds. We have crafted this itinerary to…
With rolling fields of lavender, unspoilt villages and Ventoux, one of the most infamous mountains in the world of cycling, a cycling holiday in Provence has it all. Whilst typically synonymous with touring…
The Picos de Europa in Northern Spain is a little known paradise for cyclists. There are few places with so much variety: rugged limestone mountains, deep gorges, ancient forests, mountain pastures and…
With its temperate climate, laid-back Catalan culture and a huge variety of traffic-free mountain roads to train on, Girona has steadily become Spains epicentre of all things cycling so is it any wonder…
The Raid Pyrenean is a must-do ride for any road cycling enthusiast. In the 1950s the Cyclo Club Barnais were looking for a challenge, so they created a route across the Pyrenees, keeping as close to the…
This road cycling holiday has been carefully crafted to allow you to cycle the best cols and stage endings the Pyrenees have to offer, as well as experience its quiet roads and charming ambience. It is…
Mont Ventoux has been stirring things up in the Tour de France world since it was first introduced over 60 years ago. It became infamous when it claimed the life of the British rider Tom Simpson in 1967…
Covering 15% of France, the Massif Central is an elevated region in Southern France consisting of craggy mountains and extensive plateaus, separated from the Alps by the Rhone valley. Often visited by…
If you have experience cycling in the mountains and maybe a Raid or two under your belt, then the natural progression of things should lead you to the pinnacle of your Raid career: the Raid Dolomites…
This cycling holiday gives you the chance to conquer the Dolomites best cycling climbs. Often thought of as the most beautiful mountain range in the world, the Dolomites is a landscape of lush green valleys…
Just inland from Nice, the Mediterranean Alps are an idyllic playground for cyclists looking for quiet roads and a variety of both challenging and gentle climbs. Throw in some spectacular and varied scenery…
Made infamous by the Giro dItalia, the Dolomites is one of the worlds greatest places to ride a bike, every road leading to another exquisite climb, each with their own character. This road cycling holiday…
This road cycling itinerary has been carefully crafted so you can cycle the most scenic and challenging cols and stage endings that the Savoie Alps have to offer. Our tantalising circular route takes in…
The official Raid Alpine North-South is a classic road cycling challenge from Lake Geneva to Nice on the Cote dAzur through the Southern Alps and over some of the most legendary Alpine climbs, including…
The official (and original) Raid Alpine (Nice to Geneva) is a classic road cycling challenge from the Cote d'Azur to the shores of Lake Geneva over some of the most legendary Alpine climbs, including the…
Enjoy a quick escape to the heart of the Alps and conquer giants as Passo dello Stelvio, Passo Gavia and Mortirolo. Epic climbs that will stay in your heart (and legs) forever. In between the rides discover…
Discover the best of the Alps riding from Bormio, a little gem nestled in the mountains, to elegant Lago di Como. Stunning views, terraced vineyards and the most magnificent lake blend together for this…
Welcome to the Food Valley, an unspoiled microcosm of everything beautiful about Italy: delicious food, warm hospitality and a rich cultural heritage. Our expertly planned itinerary blends rolling hills…
With an abundance of quiet and well-surfaced roads, spectacular and varied scenery, historic and untouched villages, the mountainous region of France between Nîmes, Rodez and Valence is waiting to be…
Our Introduction to the Alps camp in La Clusaz is all about enjoying the best of the northern Alps and tackling iconic climbs like the Colombière, the Aravis, the Glières and the Croix-Fry. We base…
Perhaps the most iconic long-distance ride in cycling, the Route des Grandes Alpes takes you from the shores of Lake Geneva to the Mediterranean beaches. On the way you will cycle over many of the great…
Which cyclist has never heard of the iconic mountain? Everybody dreams of climbing Mont Ventoux at least once in their lives. There are in fact three roads to the summit (two of them join together at Châlet…
Our Introduction to the Pyrenees is a great way to discover the best of these iconic mountains, without the hassle of frequently changing hotel. We stay in one delightful hotel near to Argèles Gazost…
As with many of our tours, this one was originally designed for a private group. It is now on its way to becoming one of our best-selling trips! You'll be riding in what we affectionately call "our playground,"…
This six-day, self-guided bike tour allows you to explore the heart of Provence at a more challenging level than other tours of the region. Beginning in Bédoin and ending in Gargas, the itinerary features…
Here’s a seriously beautiful tour for serious cyclists! This tour links three of Europe's most magical lakes: Geneva, Bourget and Annecy. Follow in the tracks of your Tour de France heroes as you cycle…
Experience some of the most famous Tour de France climbs in Provence and in the Southern Alps for yourself on an extraordinary 6-day cycling tour from Mont Ventoux to Alpe d’Huez. Cycle up the “Giant…
This award-winning cycling tour (one of our favorites) takes place in our playground — we’re based right across the border from Geneva, in France! Our extraordinary journey will take you from the…
This award-winning cycling tour (one of our favorites) takes place in our playground — we’re based right across the border from Geneva, in France! Our extraordinary journey will take you from the…
Welcome to a unique guided cycle holiday sharing a good time out on the bike in stunning nature near Nice. It is for you whether you are training for a cycling event, sight seeing or just loving to ride!…
Welcome to a unique guided cycle holiday sharing a good time out on the bike in stunning nature near Nice. It is for you whether you are training for a cycling event, sight seeing or just loving to ride! Your…
Our sunniest and most refreshing tour will take you all over the Costa Brava, moving from south to north, discovering the most emblematic coastal landscapes and places in the province of Girona, our country’s…
If you want to discover a place where mountains are the sole protagonists and you feel up to tackling the most challenging climbs of our geography, then defy the gravity of the asphalt of the Pyrénées-Orientales. Five…
If you would like to discover the mountains where bandits used to hide, if you want to soak up the lifestyle of traditional villages and enjoy their rich gastronomy, then this fabulous tour is just what…
From cosmopolitan Barcelona to legendary Girona, the quintessential cycling haven, travelling around the Catalan countryside and discovering its impressive scenery by passing through three natural parks…
If you like mediaeval villages and mysterious forests, if you have ever believed that witches existed, this is definitely your tour. Three stages so you can see for yourself the mountains, forests and…
If you want to discover a place where mountains are the sole protagonists and you feel up to tackling the most challenging climbs of our geography, then defy the gravity of the asphalt in Andorra. There…
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This seven-night trip with six guided rides is a great introduction to a new cycling region. We have fantastic local guides to show you the local culture and MTB Morocco hosts to help you with anything…
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A special tour that spans a total of 6 days between Umbria and upper Lazio to discover the beauty of these areas, to explore its villages, admire breathtaking landscapes and get to know the locals . All…
This tour takes you to discover the Val di Chiana and Lake Trasimeno. A six day tour that crosses the provinces of Siena and Perugia, through typical Tuscan landscapes and medieval villages. The stages…
