Road Cycling Holidays in Europe

Our Mizen to Malin cycle tour is a legendary journey across the length of Ireland, spanning approximately 920 km from the southernmost point to the northernmost point of the island. This epic cycle tour takes you through some of Ireland's most breath-taking landscapes, charming towns, and historic sites. Expect great music and apres bike banter in the pub! Wild Atlantic Cycling is based in Ireland! The only Irish company successfully running the Ireland End-to-End! Mizen to Malin 8 Day Cycle Tour Route Map The west coast of Ireland is rich in awe-inspiring landscapes, fascinating characters and foot-tapping music. Cycling Ireland End to End from the most southerly point to the most northerly will leave you with rich memories, new friends and a thirst for more! There is no better way to explore the wild beauty of the Wild Atlantic Way from Mizen Head to Malin Head than from the saddle. The grandeur of the Cork and Kerry mountains. The warmth and joy of a night in a Galway pub. The lunar like landscape of the Burren. The packed mountain ranges dominating the horizon of the Connemara National Park. The giant Sea Loughs of the Inishowen Peninsula. Your end-to-end journey of seven days has a breath-taking finish on the rocky promontory of Malin Head. This Ireland End-to-End is suitable for the AVID Rider (Find out if you are an AVID or ACTIVE style of rider here). It is a challenging tour with some longer days in the saddle. Days vary, but generally the route has some climbs of medium difficulty and a few which are challenging. You will most likely need to train for the event and ensure you are fit enough to complete the distance and climbing. If you prefer something with shorter daily distance, then we'd love to see you on the 12-day version of the Ireland End to End. Distance, Climbing & Elevation The total distance is 925 km with 8,550 meters of climbing. Our last day is shorter (67 km) to give time for packing and the journey back to Belfast, however it does include the iconic Irish climb of Mamore Gap (yikes!). The first six days are representative of the average distance and elevation in general - 142 km and 1,290 metres of climbing  Price The price is £1,625 per person sharing. Some single rooms are available for an additional supplement of £500. read more read less

Our Mizen to Malin 13 day cycle tour is an unforgettable adventure by bike. The journey starts at Ireland’s most south-westerly point and finishes at its most northerly - a distance of approximately 960km. This inspiring and unique journey takes you through breath-taking landscapes and quintessential towns. Wild Atlantic Cycling is based in Ireland! The only Irish company successfully running the Ireland End-to-End! (Contact us if you would like to discuss doing this tour self-supported)  Mizen to Malin 13 Day Cycle Tour Route Map The west coast of Ireland is rich in awe-inspiring landscapes, fascinating characters and foot-tapping music. Cycling Ireland End to End from the most southerly point to the most northerly will leave you with rich memories, new friends and a thirst for more! There is no better way to explore the wild beauty of the Wild Atlantic Way than from the saddle. The grandeur of the Cork and Kerry mountains. The warmth and joy of a night in a Galway pub. The lunar like landscape of the Burren. The packed mountain ranges dominating the horizon of the Connemara National Park. The giant Sea Loughs of the Inishowen Peninsula. Your Ireland end-to-end journey has a breath-taking finish on the rocky promontory of Malin Head. If you prefer something with longer daily distance, then think about the 7-Day version of the Ireland End to End. Distance, Climbing & Elevation The total distance is 957 km with 8,682 meters of climbing. The average daily distance is 80 km with 724 meters of climbing. Price The price is £2,595 Per Person Sharing. Some single rooms are available for an additional supplement of £900. read more read less

Our Portugal’s N2 cycle tour is a remarkable journey spanning 738 kilometers from Chaves in the north to the Algarve in the south. You will ride a stunning end to end route across 11 rivers and 35 municipalities from the lush mountains of the north to the rolling hills of central Portugal and the Mediterranean landscapes of the south.   2025 Dates: Sat 3rd to Sat 10th May 2025 (7 nights) - FULLY BOOKED (contact us to go on waiting list) Sat 21st to Sat 28th May 2025 (7 nights)  Sat 22nd to Sat 29th September 2025 (7 nights)    Route Map of the Portugal N2 Cycle Tour On this epic journey, you will encounter picturesque countryside, charming villages, vineyards, olive groves, and stunning vistas along the way. Central Portugal's gastronomical delights and world-renowned wines ensure that the journey is a memorable one both on and off the bike! Distance and Climbing The Portugal End-to-End tour is a challenging tour with some longer days in the saddle. Days vary, but generally the route has some climbs of medium difficulty and a few which are challenging. You will most likely need to train for the event and ensure you are fit enough to complete the distance and climbing.  This Portugal cycle tour is suitable for our AVID Riders. Find out if you are an AVID or ACTIVE style of rider here. It is approximately 120 km and 1,700 meters of climbing per day. For something a little more leisurely you can find out about our 12-Day ACTIVE Portugal N2 Cycle Tour here.   Price The price is £1,495 per person sharing. Some single rooms are available for an additional supplement of £500. read more read less

The Portugal's N2 cycle tour from north to south is a remarkable journey that offers a diverse range of experiences. The N2 is Portugal's longest road, spanning approximately 738 kilometers from Chaves in the north to the Algarve region in the south. The cycle route takes you through a variety of landscapes, from the lush greenery of the north to the rolling hills of central Portugal and the Mediterranean landscapes of the south. You'll encounter picturesque countryside, charming villages, vineyards, olive groves, and stunning vistas along the way. Portugal N2 Cycle Route Tour Map Distance and Climbing The Portugal End-to-End ACTIVE tour is a moderate tour. Days vary, but generally the route has some climbs of medium difficulty. You will need to ensure you are fit enough to complete the distance and climbing.  This Portugal cycle tour is suitable for our ACTIVE Riders. Find out if you are an AVID or ACTIVE style of rider here. It is approximately 75 km and 1,000 meters of climbing per day. For something a little more challenging you can find out about our 8-Day AVID Portugal N2 Cycle Tour here.   Price The price is £2,200 per person sharing. Some single rooms are available for an additional supplement of £750. read more read less

Experience this Pyrenees cycle tour through the foothills and mountains of the Pyrenees in northern Spain. This truly unique Spain Coast to Coast cycle tour takes you from the wildness of  the Atlantic to the blue warm waters of the Mediterranean. A journey with new colours at every turn. Cycle high mountain passes one day, lush green valleys the next. Quintessential mountain-top villages rising out of nowhere on the road ahead. Lose yourself as you pedal mile upon mile of quiet, smooth roads meandering alongside steep river gorges, decked with colourful flora. On the Spain Coast to Coast you will enjoy warm people, wholesome food and cold beer. Each stopover different from the last. Glittering San Sebastián with its world-renowned Michelin-starred restaurants and tapas bars. Buzzing Pamplona - a meeting point for walkers enjoying the Camino de Santiago. The cosmopolitan city of Jaca. The ancient medieval city of Girona. A mecca for discerning cyclists. The unforgettable landscape of the finish - the spectacular Cap de Creus. Here you can celebrate your achievement with an authentic Spanish meal and a cold beer. Route Map of the Spain Pyrenees Cycle Tour Unlike the French side our Spanish Pyrenees cycle tour is kinder! Climbs are not as challenging. Some days are tougher than others of course, and some are only "severely undulating" as opposed to mountainous. However you will still enjoy a Pyrenees cycling challenge with amazing mountain scenery and glorious sweeping descents. Have a look at the Photo Gallery for an idea of what to expect and for all the daily stats and profiles see the Itinerary section below or why not order one of our very popular brochures (these are emailed to you immediately)? Price The price is only £1,480 Per Person Sharing. Some single rooms are available for an additional supplement of £320. read more read less

Our Balkans cycle tour from Dubrovnik to Istanbul is a rich adventure through diverse landscapes, cultures, and histories. You will cycle in seven countries on this Balkan cycling adventure - Croatia, Montenegro, Albania, North Macedonia, Bulgaria, Greece and Turkey. Our unique route spans approximately 1,600 kilometers and offers cyclists a mix of coastal roads, mountainous terrains, and vibrant cities. It is an exciting journey in this enthralling part of the world that has largely retained the natural beauty, uniqueness and charm of the countryside and villages. Your Balkans journey is from Dubrovnik (Croatia) to Istanbul (Turkey) in 20 days (17 Cycling Days). It includes one rest day to allow for 2 tours within a tour. Option to join us for only 8 days (6 cycling days) or 13 days (11 cycling days). Route map of the Balkans Cycling Tour Distance and Climbing This is a road bike tour suitable for our AVID Riders. Find out if you are an AVID or ACTIVE style of rider here. It is 17 days of cycling plus one rest day and is approximately on average 97 km and 1,301 meters of climbing per day. The first 6 days are the toughest from Dubrovnik to Ohrid with an average of 99 km and 1,877 metres of climbing per day. The 11 days from Ohrid to Istanbul (Bus and ferry transfer to Istanbul from Gelibolu) average 96 km and 987 metres of climbing per day Price Full Tour 20 days (19 nights) £2,990 Per Person Sharing. Some single rooms are available for an additional supplement of £680.Approximately 97 km and 1,301 meters of climbing per day on average 8 days (7 nights) from Dubrovnik to Ohrid in North Macedonia £1,320 Per Person Sharing. Single Supplement £300Approximately 99 km and 1,877 metres of climbing per day on average. 13 days (12 nights) from Ohrid to Istanbul £2,266 Per Person Sharing. Single Supplement £510Approximately 96 km and 987 metres of climbing per day on average. Ohrid airport is serviced by Wizzair in Europe and other international airlines read more read less

Our Croatia cycle tour is an adventurous journey on the Dalmatia Coast spanning 380km from Split in the north to Dubrovnik in the south. Our unique route has exhilarating mountain and coastal cycling on the islands of Brac, Hvar, Korcula, and the Peljesac Peninsula. The total climbing is 6,600 meters. The Dalmatian islands of Croatia make for an exhilarating cycle tour. And we all know that there are no exhilarating cycling experiences on flat land! Every island has a challenging hill (or two) opening up to incredible panoramic views in many cases and those glorious long descents into harbours. This is one of our tougher Active Tours but we've classified it as such because the distances together with what can be a challenging climb, still allow for more time in the afternoon and evening to enjoy a swim and relax into island life. Several of our Mallorca stalwart clients have been blown away with our routes on this tour and the quality of the cycling involved. Dalmatia Cycle Tour Route Map (Split to Dubrovnik via the Islands) Without busy mainland traffic the beautifully maintained tarmac roads of Dalmatia are a joy to ride with climbs that open up at every corner with a glorious vista. The clear water in all of the bays in Croatia viewed from on high are absolutely spectacular! We explore the southern Islands of Croatia’s extensive and world renowned archipelago staying in comfortable and convenient hotels many of which have pools. We spend two nights in the same hotel on Hvar and two nights in the same hotel on Korcula. There are 7 nights in total and 6 days of cycling. All hotels have pools. Our Croatia cycle tour has been carefully designed for you with the right combination of holiday and fitness fun; enough cycling to feel a wonderful sense of achievement and the satisfaction of being able to see the islands from an eco-friendly vantage point!  We've worked hard to bring you the best possible combination of challenging cycle fun and a relaxing yet exciting holiday. Croatia Cycle Tour - Distance and Climbing Our journey from Split to Dubrovnik via the Croatian islands is suitable for our ACTIVE Riders. Find out if you are an AVID or ACTIVE style of rider here. It is approximately 60 km and 1,100 meters of climbing per day. There are long hills! But there are also glorious (and in some cases longer) descents. Price From £2,175 Per Person Sharing. Single Supplements are available for £500. read more read less

The NC 500 - North Coast 500 cycle tour is a breathtakingly scenic route that loops around the northern Highlands of Scotland, covering approximately 500 miles of rugged coastline, majestic mountains, and charming villages. Our NC500 cycle tour offers a unique way to experience this stunning region, allowing you to immerse yourself fully in the natural beauty and rich culture of the Scottish Highlands. Route Map of Scotland's NC500 Cycle Tour NC 500 Distance and Climbing This tour is designed with the ‘avid’ rider in mind (please see rider types) as it has some testing terrain and the added uncertainty of changeable weather conditions too! We recommend you come prepared. The NC 500 cycle tour is a challenging tour with some longer days in the saddle. Days vary, but generally the route has some climbs of medium difficulty and a few which are challenging such as the well-known climb of Bealach na Bà on day 2. A winding single track road through the mountains of the Applecross peninsula. You will most likely need to train for the event and ensure you are fit enough to complete the distance and climbing. This tour is suitable for our AVID Riders. Find out if you are an AVID or ACTIVE style of rider here. The total distance is 924 km with a total of 11,423 metres of climbing. The daily average is 132 km and 1630 metres of climbing. Price The price is £1,895 per person sharing. Some single rooms are available for an additional supplement of £495. read more read less