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Swept Away in Sardegna

A combination of ocean air, natural habitats and rugged mountains make Sardegna an exciting exploration for every cyclist. This is a ride from the northern tip of the island to the southern tip, where every day proves to be another adventure on this Mediterranean paradise.

ACTIVITY: Biking & Cycling Vacations
WHERE: Italy, EUROPE
AVAILABILITY: May, June, September, October
FROM: $4,295
DURATION: 10 days
AUDIENCE: Solo Adventure Travel and Singles Vacations, Family Vacations & Adventure Travel, For Groups: Adventure Travel With the Experts!, Vacations for Couples & Partners
MEMBER'S WEBSITE: Swept Away in Sardegna

Provence

Experience the landscapes and culture described in Peter Mayle’s “A Year in Provence” and discover the region’s Roman heritage on a sensory journey not to be forgotten. Pedal on quiet roads past fields of lavender and sunflowers, through local vineyards, enjoying the world-renown rustic cuisine of Provence.

ACTIVITY: Biking & Cycling Vacations
WHERE: France, EUROPE
AVAILABILITY: May, June, September, October
FROM: $4,995
DURATION: 8 days
AUDIENCE: Solo Adventure Travel and Singles Vacations, Family Vacations & Adventure Travel, For Groups: Adventure Travel With the Experts!, Vacations for Couples & Partners
MEMBER'S WEBSITE: Provence Bike Tour

Holland/Belgium | Brussels to Gent

If you’ve never tasted a Belgium french fry with spicy sauce Américaine, then you’re in for a treat! Savor the unique flavors, quaint harbor towns, scenic inland canals and first-class art of Holland and Belgium on this six-day adventure.

Pedal the paved alleyways of the tiny harbor town of Veere
Ferry to Breskens and ride along the dunes of the North Sea coast to the lively beach resort of Cadzand-Bad
Explore the famous Flemish art museums of Bruges and bike along canals graced by beautiful white swans in the village’s medieval center
Coast through woodlands dotted with castles and mansions around Hertsberge, following the Leie River as it snakes lazily through rich green meadow in Deinze
Savor a bowl of steamed mussels, a plate of fries and a dessert of chocolates and pralines, and raise a glass of Belgium beer to yet another memorable day on your two-wheeled journey

ACTIVITY: Biking & Cycling Vacations, Eco-Travel & Cultural Exploration
WHERE: Belgium, Netherlands, EUROPE
AVAILABILITY: May, July, August
FROM: $2,998
DURATION: 7 days
AUDIENCE:
MEMBER'S WEBSITE: Dutch Bike Tours

Assaggio Toscana

Ahh, Tuscany. The land where cycling Italy all began. This is the perfect match of amazing food, gently rolling terrain, fresh local foods paired with local wines, and rich history. Each traveler will fall in love and yearn to come back for another “taste of Tuscany.”

ACTIVITY: Biking & Cycling Vacations
WHERE: Italy, EUROPE
AVAILABILITY: April, May, June, July, August, September, October
FROM: $3,295
DURATION: 6 days
AUDIENCE: Solo Adventure Travel and Singles Vacations, For Groups: Adventure Travel With the Experts!, Vacations for Couples & Partners
MEMBER'S WEBSITE: Tuscany Bike Tour

La Bella Sicilia

With mountains to one side and the ocean on the other, the history of the island comes alive as you zigzag from one ancient town to another. Explore the Baroque architecture of Taormina and volcanic Mount Etna on this brilliant ride through the most exquisite island in the Mediterranean.

ACTIVITY: Biking & Cycling Vacations
WHERE: Italy, EUROPE
AVAILABILITY: April, May, June, September, October
FROM: $4,795
DURATION: 6 days
AUDIENCE: Solo Adventure Travel and Singles Vacations, Family Vacations & Adventure Travel, For Groups: Adventure Travel With the Experts!, Vacations for Couples & Partners
MEMBER'S WEBSITE: La Bella Sicilia

France | Brittany/Normandy

Follow a spectacular shoreline from St-Malo to Bayeux, snaking through fishing harbors, along windswept seaside plateaus, past historic WWII sites and into a rolling green countryside peppered with sheep, cattle and ancient stone farmhouses.

Pedal to the backdrop of jagged promontories and sandy beaches, enveloped in the smell of the sea
Snack on a plate of sweet oysters farmed off the shores of Cancale
Marvel as Mont St-Michel grows from a speck in the distance as you make your way toward the majestic abbey
Relive a stirring chapter in American history on a visit to the cemetery above Omaha Beach
Watch as the story of William the Conqueror unfolds as you walk along the colorful 230-foot Bayeux Tapestry
Feast on fresh seafood, savory crêpes, Camembert cheese and Calvados apple brandy before unwinding in the comfort of the charming Château de Bellefontaine

ACTIVITY: Biking & Cycling Vacations, Eco-Travel & Cultural Exploration
WHERE: France, EUROPE
AVAILABILITY: May, June, July, August
FROM: From $3,498
DURATION: 8 days
AUDIENCE: Solo Adventure Travel and Singles Vacations, For Groups: Adventure Travel With the Experts!, Vacations for Couples & Partners
MEMBER'S WEBSITE: France Bike Trips

Holland | Netherlands Highlights

With its flat terrain, stunning springtime flowers, beautiful sand coastline and countless fietspad (bike paths), there’s no better way to explore Holland than by bicycle.

Spend an afternoon exploring Amsterdam before sitting down to an elaborate Indonesian rijsttafel, or “rice table” welcome banquet
Pedal to a backdrop of canals, lakes and windmills, resting your legs on a ferry ride to the quaint island village of Kaag
Ride through Rembrandt’s birthplace of Leiden, a 17th century town rich in character and home to the Netherlands’ oldest university
Dig your toes in the sand on the beach in Scheveningen
Explore the artwork of the Dutch Masters, including Mesdag’s 19th century 400-foot-long Scheveningen cityscape and Leo van den Ende’s panorama featuring over a million tulips
In the Springtime, pedal alongside meadows blanketed in tulips, hyacinth and daffodils – a tapestry of coral, pink, purple and yellow as fragrant as it is colorful – and explore the magnificent gardens and flower fields of the Keukenhof

ACTIVITY: Biking & Cycling Vacations, Eco-Travel & Cultural Exploration
WHERE: Netherlands, EUROPE
AVAILABILITY: April, May, June, July, August
FROM: $1,998
DURATION: 5 days
AUDIENCE: Solo Adventure Travel and Singles Vacations, For Groups: Adventure Travel With the Experts!, Vacations for Couples & Partners
MEMBER'S WEBSITE: Netherlands Bike Tours

Burgundy

Cycle and sip up the Burgundy culture – over a thousand years of hilltop perched villages, royal chateaux, topiary-lined monasteries and exceptional wine. Spin past lush vineyards and get a feel for the true flavor of the region enjoying some of the most sought-after wines in the world.

ACTIVITY: Biking & Cycling Vacations
WHERE: France, EUROPE
AVAILABILITY: June, July, September, October
FROM: $4,795
DURATION: 8 days
AUDIENCE: Solo Adventure Travel and Singles Vacations, For Groups: Adventure Travel With the Experts!, Vacations for Couples & Partners
MEMBER'S WEBSITE: Bicycle Burgandy

France | Loire Valley

Retrace the footsteps of King Charles VIII, Catherine de Medici, Leonardo da Vinci and Joan of Arc as you indulge in rich history, majestic castles, lush vineyards and world-class cuisine of la Loire.

Kick-start your day with a mouthwatering pastry in Versailles
Pedal to King François I’s Chateau de Chambord and count the staircases in the magnificent 440-room estate
Crisscross at a leisurely pace through vast forests, verdant vineyards, fields of sunflowers and quiet villages
Practice your French with a local farmer at an open-air market in Loches
Ride to Le Clos Lucé in Amboise, the last residence of Leonardo da Vinci and home to his many inventions
Explore Chateau de Chenonceau, perched gracefully over the Cher River
Sip award-winning wine at the world-famous Chinon and Cravant wineries and dine like royalty over an exquisite meal of beef tournedos and handmade cream puffs at the Chateau de Pray

ACTIVITY: Biking & Cycling Vacations, Eco-Travel & Cultural Exploration
WHERE: France, EUROPE
AVAILABILITY: May, June, July, September
FROM: $3,698
DURATION: 8 days
AUDIENCE: Solo Adventure Travel and Singles Vacations, For Groups: Adventure Travel With the Experts!, Vacations for Couples & Partners
MEMBER'S WEBSITE: Bike Tour Loire

Grand Tour d’Italia

Cycle for two weeks through six distinctive regions on this Grand Tour of Italy. Immerse yourself in the history of the Renaissance, the Dark Ages, Etruscan and Medieval times. Ride challenging routes from the streets of Ferrara to charming Tuscany to the Apennine mountain range.

ACTIVITY: Biking & Cycling Vacations
WHERE: Italy, EUROPE
AVAILABILITY: May, June, August, September
FROM: $5,695
DURATION: 15 days
AUDIENCE: Solo Adventure Travel and Singles Vacations, Family Vacations & Adventure Travel, For Groups: Adventure Travel With the Experts!, Vacations for Couples & Partners
MEMBER'S WEBSITE: Grand Tour d’Italia