Electric bikes provide all the benefits of a normal bike - gentle exercise, fresh open air, and interaction with nature and other cyclists en route. They also have the added bonus of making lighter work of longer rides, especially when it comes to the occasional climb and uphill sections on our cycling holidays.
Our e-bikes are extremely easy to use, just flick the switch then pedal the same way you would on a traditional bike and you're off and away! The only thing you need to do is charge your battery pack and slot it into your e-bike each morning. Also, on a selection of our e-bike holidays, you can pair your e-bike with our Headwater Navigation App, which will help you discover fascinating points of interest along the way.
E-bikes have proved so popular in various countries that many commuters have adopted them as their day-to-day transport. So, whether you're looking to cycle past Trulli houses in Alberobello, ride along the undulating landscapes of Tuscany or pedal beside fields of lavender in Provence, why not browse our collection of holidays that offer e-bikes, so you can explore on two wheels in comfort. Simply let us know if you'd like to use our e-bikes when you book a trip with us, and we'll take care of everything for you.
From the northeastern Dolomites, cycle through the Alta Val Pusteria below the famous Drei Zinnen, through the valley of the ice cream makers and across the plains to reach Venice.
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Firmly tucked away in the South, Puglia is a sun-soaked region of deserted white sand beaches, unspoilt villages and gently rolling hills backing the clear emerald seas of the Adriatic. Highlights include UNESCO Alberobello and whitewashed Ostuni.
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Explore the ancient history and archeaological sites of the Peloponnese on a 7 night self-guided cycling holiday. Starting near the mountains head towards the coast with the opportunity to visit Mycenae and Epidaurus. Cycling on quiet country roads through olive groves, traditional settlements and fishing villages.
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This 9 night cycling holiday takes you from the stunning Dolomites to Venice. The cycle route starts at the Brenner Pass, on the border with Austria and you'll follow gentle riverside tracks through fragrant orchards and vineyards. Enjoy a ferry ride across Lake Garda and continue through the beautiful cities of Verona, Padova and finally exploring the canals and waterways of Venice.
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This 11 night cycling holiday starts in UNESCO Matera, in the Basilicata region and moves on to Puglia. Discover unspoilt villages and gently rolling hills, sandy beaches and interesting towns. Highlights include whitewashed Ostuni and Baroque Lecce.
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Let the e-bike do the hard work for you on this wonderful cycling trip discovering the highlights and lesser known inner heartlands of Sardinia's renowned Costa Smeralda. Have lunch in glamorous Porto Cervo, pedal around the stunning island of La Maddalena and admire the pristine white beaches lapped by those famous emerald waters.
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Visit the picturesque hilltop villages of Provence with an electric bike - so much easier with the extra boost of power on those hills! Discover the colourful landscapes and lavendar fields as well as local architecture, bustling markets and gastronomy.
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Wonderfully easy hotel-to-hotel cycling route exploring the pretty villages, villas and castles of the Venetian countryside. Lots of historic interest and great regional cooking! A day trip to Venice is a 'must' with Padua and Vicenza also within reach.
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This single-centre cycling holiday introduces you to quintessential Tuscany; it has all the ingredients to create a wonderful lasting impression of this rightly famous region: the landscapes, the food, the people and, of course, perfect cycling routes.This is not just a cycling holiday it is an immersion into local Tuscan life.
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Spectacular riding from the stunning Dolomites to Venice. Starting from Bolzano, the capital of the South Tyrol, you'll follow gentle riverside tracks through fragrant orchards and vineyards to reach Lake Garda. Continue the ride through the beautiful cities of Verona, Padova and finally exploring the canals and waterways of Venice.
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Explore the undiscovered western coast of Sicily by bike to find pristine nature reserves, ancient monuments and Baroque towns. Highlights include Segesta's amphitheatre and Selinunte Archeaological Park.
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This 8-night cycling holiday combines fabulously unspoilt Chianti countryside with the chance to visit the world-famous cities of Florence and Siena. You'll stay in high quality hotels, enjoy superb meals and relax by panoramic pools - views extend as far as Corsica on a clear day!
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The Vaucluse is characterised by several things but none perhaps as much as the vineyards which cover the patchwork landscape and the ever present shape of Mt Ventoux, 'the Giant of Provence', silent and ever watchful on the horizon. This 6 night cycle takes you around the eastern side of the Vaucluse, where you will have ample opportunities to taste the local produce as you venture right up to the foot of the mountain.
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This eight-night, self-guided cycling holiday provides a wonderful introduction to Sicily's south east, a part of the island renowned for its beautiful, unspoilt coastline, spectacular Baroque architecture and sumptuous regional cuisine.
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The picturesque, perched villages of Provence offer stirring images along with a history which, in some places, stretches back over a thousand years. On this 8 night holiday you'll discover vineyards, olive groves, monasteries, chateaux and caves along with the region's famous Ochre Trail and, of course, the lavender which scents the summer air.
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Our 10 night holiday takes you from the turquoise waters of Lake Bled, nestled below Slovenia's jagged Julian Alps, along the Alpe Adria Trail, passing into Italy. Wind down through the mountains to the island of Grado on the Adriatic coast. On route pass through the historic towns of Venzone, Udine and Palmanova.
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Enjoy meandering rides along the Danube river and through 3 iconic cities - from Vienna in Austria, through Bratislava in Slovakia and on to Budapest in Hungary. The cycling is mostly along the river through small villages and nature reserves but the real highlights are some of the stunning architecture to be seen in the cities.
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Wonderful gastronomic meals, world-famous wines, fabulous historic sites and postcard-pretty villages are just a few of the highlights of this popular 8-night cycling tour. You're usually close to the rivers too, so lots of swimming, plus all hotels have pools.
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Stay in a luxury 4-star hotel with a top-of-the-range wellness centre and choose from a host of activities: walking, cycling (route notes for both provided), water sports, boat trips, and ice caves. Complimentary Headwater bikes are included for the duration of your stay.
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The Istrian peninsula just south of Trieste is a superb backdrop for a cycling holiday. Swim in the clear blue waters of the Adriatic and stay in gorgeous Italianate harbour towns. Great food, interesting routes, masses of history and electrifying sunsets make discovering this coastline particularly memorable.
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Packed with contrast and variety, this easy 6-night cycling tour takes in the unspoilt Catalan coast, passing through olive groves, peach orchards and stunningly beautiful, pretty coloured villages. All the hotels have pools, and 2 nights are spent in a luxury 14th century castle.
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Firmly tucked away in the South, Puglia is a sun-soaked region of deserted white sand beaches, unspoilt villages and gently rolling hills backing the clear emerald seas of the Adriatic. Highlights include UNESCO Alberobello and whitewashed Ostuni.
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Discover one of Spain's most iconic areas by bike. From the capital city of Andalucia, Seville, cycle through small towns to reach your final destination, the ancient city of Cadiz. You'll follow country lanes, ride alongside rivers and through Mediterranean woodland and agricultural land taking in some of the highlights of the region including Jerez, home of flamenco and sherry and Arcos de la Frontera, one of Andalucia's most dramatically positioned white villages.
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This 7 night holiday explore the peaks of the Bernese Oberland of Switzerland on foot and by e-bike to help you combat those hills. Stay at the beautiful Alfa Soleil with excellent cuisine in a chocolate box perfect setting of Kandersteg.
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Easy cycling across Mallorca, taking in coastal trails and beautiful inland routes
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Start at Matera, one of the oldest inhabited cities in the world and cycle through the Alta Murgia National Park, the largest natural park in Italy. Reach the Adriatic coastline at Trani, known as the 'Pearl of Puglia' and continue your ride, south, along the coast to Bari and your final destination, Monopoli.
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With over 250km of gentle cycling trails - plus the option to hop on/off the local train (with your bike) - this region is perfect for exploring by bike. You'll visit Baroque churches, Gothic cathedrals, fairytale palaces - and the views are pretty special too!
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Cycle a quieter mix of inland and coastal routes close to the famous Ring of Kerry. Experience the 'real' Ireland on the Iveragh Peninsula; it's mystical, beautiful and grand, and you'll certainly soak up the charming Irish welcome en route, with live music and delicious seafood too.
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Varied beach-front cycling along some of the most spectacular stretches of coast we've ever seen! Starting in wine capital, Porto, your route heads south beach and bay-hopping to Aveiro, Portugal's Venice before finishing beside the beach at Praia de Mira.
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Superb hotels, world-famous wines and exceptional cuisine are just some of the reasons to choose this 8-night cycling holiday! The cycling takes you through softly rolling hills, sun-drenched hamlets and via the pretty wine towns of Barbaresco and Barolo.
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Enjoy this short break, single centre trip with a choice of routes cycling from your base hotel in Amsterdam. Routes out of the city include the destinations of Volendam, Haarlem, Muiden and Zaandam, each with their own highlights. Discover Amsterdam, one of Europe's most intriguing cities where it has been suggested, for a long time, that there are more bicycles than people.
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Discover the delights of one of Europe’s most beautiful towns in Utrecht on this single centre cycling holiday. Well-planned routes, direct from the hotel in all directions, head out to discover areas of natural beauty including the New Dutch Waterline - an important military defence line in Dutch history as well as historical forts, castles and fortified towns.
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Discover the lakes and rivers of the Salzkammergut region of Austria on a self-guided cycling tour from your base at the family-run Hotel Goiserer Muhle in Bad Goisern. Explore the Imperial city of Bad Ischl and the World Heritage area around Lake Hallstatt and marvel at the surrounding landscape of peaks, lakes and rivers.
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Follow the curves and bends of the Danube as it flows through steep-sided valleys and wide riverside woods towards beautiful Vienna. The densely wooded slopes and ravine forests help to create the setting for one of the most significant river landscapes of Central Europe; with the largely flat landscape perfectly suited to self-guided cycling. You will pass many delightful castles, ruins and abbeys whilst visiting historic towns such as Linz, Melk and Krems. The final destination of Vienna is the perfect place to explore, enjoy some great food and perhaps take in a concert.
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Discover the cities of Amsterdam, Haarlem, Leiden, Delft and Gouda on this hotel-to-hotel trip around some of the favourite cities of Holland. Soak up these cultural gems whilst enjoying the idyllic Dutch countryside between them. Cycling distances are mostly relatively short so you can take the time to sightsee on arrival and in the morning before departing each city.
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This linear cycling trip follows the artwork of the Flemish Masters and takes in the iconic cities of Belgium. Starting in fairytale Bruges, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, you head via the UNESCO City of Music of Ghent to the home of beer, antiques and diamonds in Antwerp and finishing in Brussels with it's fabulous Grand Place and many more historic sights.
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This linear cycling trip follows the artwork of the Flemish Masters and takes in the iconic cities of Belgium. Starting in Brussels with it's fabulous Grand Place and many more historic sights, to the home of beer, antiques and diamonds in Antwerp, via the UNESCO City of Music of Ghent and finishing in fairytale Bruges - a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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Combine a stay at the beach with your choice of gentle walking and cycling routes for an active family holiday. You stay in the fishing village of Calella de Palafrugell, where the rocky coastline has small coves to explore.
We provide a range of fully researched, self-guided walking and cycling routes, typically at activity level 1, making this an ideal family activity holiday with children. Throughout your stay, a complimentary Headwater bike for your exclusive use is provided to give you total flexibility.
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Provence is a place whose natural light and landscapes have served as inspiration to such iconic figures as Van Gogh, Cezanne, Picasso and Dumas (not to mention Peter Mayle!), and this 4 night holiday has been designed to give you a taste of the famous hilltop villages which dot its breath-taking, lavender-scented Luberon region.
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This single-centre holiday in Southern Bavaria is a great choice for people wanting to explore the area around Lake Chiemsee at their own pace. Mountains, lakes, rivers and nature reserves make up some of the natural highlights of the region.
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Explore two of Europe's top capital cities - Amsterdam and Brussels - as well as the historical cities of Gouda and Antwerp, famous for their culinary and cultural contributions. This linear trip travels through the Green Heart of Holland with its canals and windmills and on through the Flemish Brabant region of Belgium.
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Cycle from the iconic leaning tower of Pisa to the Ponte Vecchio in Florence, passing through beautiful Tuscan landscape that inspired artists and composers such as Leonardo da Vinci and Puccini. The gentle cycling is mainly along riverside paths and quiet roads, and there are the opportunities to lengthen the rides, or take the train at some stages to spend extra time at your destinations.
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All the greatest chateaux of the Loire in a short break. Bike from a chateau to another is just a short ride. Through the vineyards, on peaceful bike routes or along the Loire river, discover the royal Loire Valley.
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Discover some of the highlights of North Norfolk. Cycle on quiet country lanes from village to village with many places of interest along the way - visit Sandringham and Houghton Hall. Go bird spotting at RSPB Snettisham and seal spotting at Blakeney.
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Provence is a place whose natural light and landscapes have served as inspiration to such iconic figures as Van Gogh, Cezanne, Picasso and Dumas (not to mention Peter Mayle!), and this 6 night holiday has been designed to give you a taste of the famous hilltop villages which dot its breath-taking, lavender-scented Luberon region.
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Ride the famous 'Loire a velo' cycling path from Tours to Angers. The Loire Valley is classified as UNESCO Natural World Heritage. All along the route, you stick closely to France’s last great wild river, with its sandy banks and islands, its vine-covered slopes, its typical towns and villages, its fine food and its unique atmosphere.
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This single-centre cycling holiday allows you to explore the area around Bavaria’s Lake Chiemsee at your leisure. Enjoy spectacular mountain views, swimming in the lake and a wealth of historic and natural sites to visit.
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This longer version of our Pearls of Holland trip cuts the last day's 80km route into two shorter sections with a stop in historical Woerden. Discover the cities of Amsterdam, Haarlem, Leiden, Delft and Gouda on this hotel-to-hotel trip around some of the favourite cities of Holland. Soak up these cultural gems whilst enjoying the idyllic Dutch countryside between them. Cycling distances are relatively short so you can take the time to sightsee on arrival and in the morning before departing each city.
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In Terceira Island, explore the stunning coastline and the luxurious green pastures. Enjoy landscapes of dramatic lava coastline and natural pools, visit a volcano pit, a UNESCO World Heritage Town, and ride along lush green sceneries.
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Explore Lake Constance by bike on gentle cycling trails, stopping for lunches at waterfront restaurants and discovering some of the cultural and historic highlights of this region, staying in Austria, Switzerland and Germany.
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A very gentle linear route following the course of the River Danube - arguably the most beautiful river in Europe. Highlights include Passau 'City of Three Rivers', medieval Linz, the UNESCO Wachau Valley and Benedictine Melk!
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A 6 night cycling holiday exploring the unspoilt inland area of Alicante discovering pretty Spanish villages and the Mariola National Park before enjoying two nights by the beach in the charming towns of Denia and Javea.
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The Spanish Camino de Santiago is one of THE most ancient pilgrims routes in the world. Since the 9th century, the French Way has led thousands of pilgrims on an 800km journey across northern Spain, winding from the Pyrenees across the wheat fields of old Castile to pass through to Leon. Your journey begins in Leon. Leon is the seat of the Spanish Kings and is full of soaring cathedrals and hushed convents. The route then builds through the Galician countryside to a spectacular finale at Santiago de Compostela's majestic Baroque cathedral, the last resting place of St James the apostle.
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A 7 night holiday in the Valencia region with 2 nights in the city of Valencia exploring off the beaten track inland valleys and gentle coastal cycling past secluded beaches and un-spoilt Nature Reserves and finishing in the charming town of Peniscola.
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A circular route taking you from Augsburg, through villages and lakes, to the foothills of the Bavarian Alps and the fairytale castles of Neuschwanstein and Hohenschwangau before following the Romantic Road back to Augsburg.
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A 6-night self-guided cycling tour on some of the best off the beaten track routes in the Cotswolds, staying in the beautiful and historic villages of Broadway and Bourton-on-the-Water.
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An invitation to the world famous Grands Crus of Burgundy. Between Beaune and Vougeot, enjoy a peaceful cycling through the amazing wine villages. As great cuisine pairs with great wine, prepare your taste buds for fine cuisine.
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This 7 night holiday offers peaceful cycling along quiet country lanes and tracks in La Rioja, home of the famous La Rioja Spanish wine. Cycle through the heart of this celebrated wine region amongst the vineyards and past wineries and wine museums and where a glass of wine waits at every turn.
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Known as the Tuscany of Spain, this 7 night holiday explores the little-known region of Aragón. Discover on foot and by bike its rich and long history where medieval villages dot a landscape of lush valleys and rich pastures with a backdrop of rugged mountains. Stay at the Mas de la Costa and enjoy gourmet cuisine in an idyllic setting surrounded by almond and olive groves.
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Ride the famous 'Loire a velo' cycling path from Tours to Angers. The Loire Valley is classified as UNESCO Natural World Heritage. All along the route, you stick closely to France’s last great wild river, with its sandy banks and islands, its vine-covered slopes, its typical towns and villages, its fine food and its unique atmosphere. Enjoy deluxe accommodation with a selection of charming 4 star hotels.
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All the greatest chateaux of the Loire are waiting for you during this short break. Bike from a chateau to another is just a short ride. Through the vineyards, on peaceful bike routes or along the Loire river, discover the royal Loire Valley. With a selection of 4* hotel accommodations, experience an unforgettable journey.
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A coastal ride through the best Normandy's highlights : from the historical and emotional vestiges of the World War II, to the colourful harbour of Honfleur passing via the charming and elegant Deauville seaside resort.
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Follow the Rota Vicentina cycling path from Setubal to the Cape Sao Vicente, along rugged coastline with amazing views over cliffs and large sandy beaches.
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You cycle through small villages and extensive vineyards, following the River Minho towards the Atlantic Ocean. The scenery is a stunning combination of high mountains, rolling river scenes, historic towns and dramatic coastal landscape.
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From Beaune explore the world famous vineyards with prestigious wine villages and continue south along a canal on a very peaceful cycling path going through Romanesque towns and undulating landscapes to Macon.
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All the greatest chateaux of the Loire are waiting for you. Bike from a chateau to another is just a short ride. Through the vineyards, on peaceful bike routes or along the Loire river, discover the royal Loire Valley.
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Explore the Douro Valley and its historical villages on our 6-night self-guided tour. Starting from the medieval village of Castelo Rodrigo, close to the Spanish border you'll cycle through uniquely terraced vineyards on your way to port wine town of Pinhao.
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County Kerry contains some of Ireland's most iconic scenery, with sea cliffs carved by the wild Atlantic Ocean, and soft golden beaches, emerald-green farmland criss-crossed by stone walls, mist-shrouded bogs and cloud-torn mountain peaks.
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Starting and ending in the city of Mozart, Salzburg our 7 night cycle tour will take you around the lakes and rivers of the Salzkammergut region with gentle cycling along the water and more challenging routes between Mondsee, Attersee, Traunsee, Hallstatt and Wolfgangsee lakes.
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For wine-lovers, this 8-night tour circles the famous Cotes de Rhone vineyards, and includes 2 nights in Vaison la Romaine - France's most extensive Roman site with 6000-seat theatre, baths, houses and streets. Swimming pools 6 nights out of 8.
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Superb hotels, world-famous wines and exceptional cuisine are just some of the reasons to choose this 8-night cycling holiday! The cycling takes you through softly rolling hills, sun-drenched hamlets and via the pretty wine towns of Barbaresco and Barolo.
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Cycle a quieter mix of inland and coastal routes close to the famous Ring of Kerry. Experience the 'real' Ireland on the Iveragh Peninsula; it's mystical, beautiful and grand, and you'll certainly soak up the charming Irish welcome en route, with live music and delicious seafood too.
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Our 7 night holiday starts at picture postcard Lake Bled in the Julian Alps, follows the emerald Soča River, takes you through the 'Tuscany' of Slovenia and across the mysterious world of the Karst to the medieval town of Piran on the Adriatic coast.
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All the greatest chateaux of the Loire are waiting for you. Bike from a chateau to another is just a short ride. Through the vineyards, on peaceful bike routes or along the Loire river, discover the royal Loire Valley. With a selection of 4* hotel accommodations, experience an unforgettable journey.
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Enjoy cycling from wine capital, Porto, south along the coast and bay-hopping to Aveiro, Portugal's Venice before heading inland and finishing in Coimbra, Portugal's old capital with UNESCO recognised heritage.
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This 10-night cycling tour combines fabulously unspoilt Chianti countryside with the chance to visit the world-famous cities of Florence and Siena. You'll stay in high quality hotels, enjoy superb meals and relax by panoramic pools with views that extend as far as Corsica on a clear day!
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Cycle the very best of Maine’s diverse coastline, from the quiet beauty of Pemaquid Point and up to the shores of Penobscot Bay, you’ll end your New England adventure with a victory lap of Acadia National Park. Luxury accommodation, exceptional local food, and scenic trails await.
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Start at Matera, one of the oldest inhabited cities in the world and a UNESCO World Heritage site and cycle through the Alta Murgia National Park. Follow the Adriatic coastline between Trani and Bari before heading inland through unspoilt villages and gently rolling hills. Discover Alberobello, with its trulli houses, and the white village of Ostuni as you wind your way back towards the sea.
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