Cycling Tours

Ayutthaya is an ancient royal city offering a peaceful place to explore temple ruins and a great break from bustling city streets. Stay in a cosy guesthouse with plenty of Thai charm, learn about the fascinating past of this historic former capital by bike before cruising down the river on a converted rice barge. Finish the afternoon off with a relaxing massage overlooking the water, pure bliss!

Khao Yai is the oldest of Thailand's National Parks and is the best place to see wildlife in Thailand. Just four hours from Bangkok you'll find yourself in a natural jungle with a variety of animals waiting to be spotted. With a trip to the bat cave, a full day's safari and comfortable resort with pool, there’s no better way to explore the surrounding wildlife.

During the next few days you will have the pleasure of meeting the kind Karen people as well as exploring the pristine nature of northern Thailand. Your guide will take you into the remote hills to places where nature is at its best and most travellers miss out on. Here you can cycle past orchards, hidden waterfalls and tropical forests. As with the two-day trek, you'll spend the first night at the Karen village where tourism is more noticeable. On the second night however you'll sleep in a simple shelter located the hills. You'll travel in a group of up to 10 people, which makes this trek a more personal experience with lasting memories.

Your Ko Chang beach stay is a great place for vigorous treks, climbing up to refreshing waterfalls or exploring the exotic underwater world. During your stay we'll arrange explore some of the best snorkelling spots in the area on a boat trip with a small group. Only a 5 hour drive from Bangkok, Ko Chang is a great way to end an active holiday, or as a stop off point on the road from Cambodia. Alternatively, you can relax in a hammock and soak up the warmth.

This is a lovely short break for cyclists who want an attractive sightseeing tour, with a mixture of town and country. Almost half the island has been designated as an area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

Distances are fairly short giving you time to stop and explore. The route is undulating and there are a few hills but nothing particularly difficult. The holiday starts in the old seaside town of Ryde - the largest town on the island. Hire bikes are collected and the ride starts on mixed surfaces passing the interesting brick built Quarr Abbey and past Osborne House and Cowes, famous for its regattas.

After the beaches of the north, the route tracks inland on fast roads through some attractive forest and farmlands and the estuary around Newport to the old town of Yarmouth. The route then cuts the busy western end of the island off by taking a cycle path following an old railway line to Freshwater Bay.

You do have the option to take a diversion to ascend to the Needles Park for some splendid views. In good weather follow the Tennyson Trail to Brighstone and onto the ship wreck capital of the island - Chale. There is a final mix of hills around Bembridge Down, passing inland to visit attractive villages and a unique windmill and harbour before the last coastal stretch back into Ryde.

Explore the lesser known highlights of Laos, visit Pakou Cave, the city of Vang Vieng, the capital city of Laos, temples, cycling, and more.

Explore Armenia and Georgia by bike on this thirteen day tour. Starting in Yerevan, taking in the architectural masterpieces of the city before heading off to cycle through fields, meadows and small roadside villages, stopping at Sevan to take in the blue pearl of Armenia and one of the highest freshwater lakes. Visit local wineries and admire the architecture of the Svetitskhoveli Cathedral, a masterpiece of the Early Middle Ages and UNESCO site.

One day to two week bike rental including road bikes, hybrid bikes (trekking bikes), mountain bikes, kids bikes and even a tandem. Helmets, locks, pumps and toolkits are supplied free with each hire. We are also happy to rent panniers, child seats, trailers, cycle computers and other accessories you might need on your trip.

Mountain & E-bike rentals.

Rockhopper by Specialized 29'' Wheels. Various kid size bikes available. Helmets included with every rental

Helmet provided, Rental Included, Lunch Included

This is a truly special experience, descending multiple steps of plateaus; Starting from the top of Bryce Canyon, we'll hike down one of the best trails in the park, but not back up. Instead we actually exit Bryce through a near hidden trail, where our bikes await. From here its a nearly all downhill track across the grey cliffs of the Cretaceous Formation, where our shuttle awaits at the bottom to take us back.

A weekend of easy-going, family-friendly mountain biking in the beautiful Cairngorms National Park. Two days of cycling, setting off from the front door of Fraoch Lodge to enjoy some of the most stunning scenery the Highlands have to offer. Using the local Steam Railway at the start or the end of the day, these two easy days of biking explore our wonderful native Caledonian pine woods, beautiful lochs and open heather clad heath-land, all with the backdrop of the high Cairngorms.

Approx. 174 miles (280 km)

Hadrian’s Cycleway is an historic cycle route across the northern frontier of the ancient Roman Empire, and probably the least challenging of our coast to coast routes. As well as cycling along the UNESCO heritage site, you also skirt the north-western Lake District, cycle around Solway Coast AONB and over the Pennines before descending down to the River Tyne. Beginning in Ravenglass (or some prefer Whitehaven) Cumbria and finishes by cycling along the Newcastle Quayside, through Walsend! and onto Tynemouth, the picturesque village and it’s beautiful priory. It’s a route packed with ruins, museums, heritage sites and the beautiful towns of Cumbria, Northumberland and Tyne and Wear. Vindolanda being one of those ruins, an archaeological site and museum near the highest point of the tour, that reveals more every day about life in Roman Britain. Hadrian’s Cycleway is a route that is flat at both ends with the main climbing done from Brampton to Once Brewed. Our tours allow you to choose how long you would like to spend discovering this area, we have tours from two to six cycling days and we can of course arrange days off for you to spend extra time in the towns you choose.

Approx. 136 miles (219 km)

The C2C is the classic coast to coast cycling tour across England, 136 miles (219 km) of beautiful and challenging roads, lanes and cycle paths. Open Road Open Skies offer flexible C2C cycling holidays for pair and groups of all sizes. Beginning in Whitehaven on the west coast the route heads straight into the Lake District, followed by the crossing of the Pennines before dropping into the Tyne Valley on the east coast. The route is considered one of the most scenic in the UK, as well as being a right of passage for most club cyclists in England,and is full of stunning views, picturesque towns and villages. It’s also a tour full of options and detours and therefore is suitable for most bikes: road, hybrid and mountain.

As well as passing through the Northern Lake District, it also crosses the Pennines, known as the Roof of England, and goes over the highest point on the National Cycle Network – Black Hill. While riding through the beautiful Lake District and Pennine towns, it also passes through the Keswick, Penrith, Newcastle and Tynemouth – all places worthy of a visit in their own right.

Approx. 170 mile (274 km)

The Way of the Roses is a 170 mile (274 km) route through some of the most scenic and historic places in England. Open Road Open Skies offer flexible cycling holidays across the Way of the Roses for groups of all sizes. Beginning in Lancashire coastal town of Morecambe it crosses the northern edge of the Forest of Bowland, through the heart of the Yorkshire Dales and Nidderdale, across the Vale of York as well as passing over the Yorkshire Wolds on it’s way to the Yorkshire coastal town of Bridlington on the east coast.

It’s a tour of differing terrain, fantastic views and historical cities, not to mention the picturesque towns and villages you pass through along the way. The Yorkshire Dales is a glorious place to cycle; changing colours throughout the day, dry stone walls in unbelievable numbers, roads snaking up hills, not to mention the welcome, food and local brews. The cities of York and Lancaster need no introduction and are fabulous places to visit, full of fantastic history and buildings, and members of England’s thirteen Heritage Cities.

Approx. 200 miles (322 km)

An epic self-guided bike adventure from Newcastle to Edinburgh, one of the classic bike routes in the UK, a stunning ride that is accessible to all. Travelling on the National Cycle Network Route 1 the tour begins in Newcastle where you follow the River Tyne through Newcastle to Tynemouth and the North Sea. From here you follow the coast up to the Berwick, past the many castles and exquisite coast line, and into the Scottish Borders. After crossing into Scotland you cycle along the glorious Scottish Borders to the town of Melrose and home of Rugby Sevens!. The final leg heads north towards the Scottish capital, through the lovely Moorfoot Hills where you get our first wonderful view of Edinburgh. We can also arrange for tours that wish to stay on the coast after Berwick, following the Scottish coastline north to Dunbar, then west through Portobello to Edinburgh. Please enquire for more information.

Approx. 48 miles, with a choice of day rides

Cycle through a string of "Black & White" Villages, each with their own teashop, inn and unique history. These medieval villages welcome you with great food and a friendly atmosphere. A very adaptable tour for groups of friends - with something to please everyone. Total 48 miles plus a choice of day rides.

Approx. 38 miles with choice of routes on your second day.

Our favourite cycling holiday to the charming border village of Clun – with two traditional inns, a teashop and a Castle. This is possibly the most perfect cycle route we have ever found. Follows the unspoilt river valleys of the Teme, Clun and Redlake, along easy gradients leading up into the beautiful Clun Hills. Easy cycling.

The trails in the Cairngorms National Park provide some world-class mountain biking. There are miles of off-road tracks criss-crossing the moors and hills. We picked out three of the classic routes which can be done from our front door, meaning that once you arrive you won’t need to get back in your car until the end of your trip and neither will you need to ride the roads on your bike.

Total 141 miles

The Brecon Beacons dominate the landscape of the Welsh borders. This tour leads you down to the River Wye, around the base of the Brecon Beacons and over the spectacular Gospel Pass.The cycling is easy to moderate in the valleys - but challenging across The Gospel Pass! Total 141 miles.

Explore Morocco by bike on this eight day cycling tour. Departing from Demnate, the famous natural bridge, you will cross desert plateaus to reach the Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou and take 4x4s on high plateaus to the foothills of Jebel Saghro. Enjoy magnificent views of the High Atlas Mountains and the volcanic chaos of Jebel. Mount horses for a ride along the bank of the Oued Draa and visit Ksar El fayja, a fine example of the architecture of the fortified desert villages. Finally, enjoy sunset camel ride across the dunes.

The Great Glen is an amazing geographical fault line that splits Scotland in two, forming dramatic lochs and glens and one of the most famous bodies of water in the world; Loch Ness. Biking along the banks of loch after loch, travelling from coast to coast is an amazing experience that immerses you in the iconic scenery of the Great Glen. From relaxing canal-side riding to flying down neat singletrack, the Great Glen Cycleway is a beautiful, challenging way to spend a couple of days. Your trip begins in the shadow of Ben Nevis, at Fort William. From there you ease into the journey by following the Caledonian Canal, passing the man-made phenomenon of Neptune’s Staircase. You will soon be cycling on singletrack and fire road alongside the first of a series of lochs, Loch Lochy then Loch Oich. Reach Fort Augustus, the gateway to Loch Ness which dominates the rest of your trip. With challenging climbs to reveal magnificent views and stunning, high speed downhills, the trip really does have a little bit of everything. Stay at hand-picked B&B’s, guesthouses and small country hotels, and enjoy the convenience of daily baggage transfer on this wonderful mountain biking holiday in Scotland.

50-97 miles depending on route

A classic cycle tour. Staying at beautiful riverside hotel on the River Teme and The Castle Hotel in Bishop's Castle. Easy cycle rides along valleys of the Teme, Redlake and Clun. A relaxing way to explore the borders and special places like Bishop's Castle, Montgomery, the Stiperstones and Hopton Castle. Total 50 miles, opportunities for longer rides each day up to 97 miles.

Discover the castles, palaces and history of Scotland as you cycle through the heart of the Scottish Highlands. Cycle from inn to inn on easy going country roads and bike paths through the heather clad hills of Highland Perthshire. Visit the romantic castle of Blair Castle and historic Scone Palace, crowning place of 42 Scottish Kings. From the historic city of Perth you head north along the Tay River Valley to historic Dunkeld and Birnam and then on to the Victorian Spa town of Pitlochry. Cycle the shoreline of Loch Tummel, take a tour of Blair Castle or take a wee dram at the Edradour Distillery overlooking the Perthshire Highlands.

Total 115 miles

A stunning cycle tour, which gradually leads you to the world-famous Ironbridge Gorge - the birthplace of the Industrial Revolution. This cycle tour covers slightly longer distances (up to 32 miles a day), but with lots of interest all the way. Staying at Clun, Church Stretton, Ironbridge and Ludlow. Total 115 miles.

72-153 miles depending on route

The theme for this cycle tour is castles - there are lots of them. But it’s just an excuse to spend a few days exploring a wonderful area and staying in some special places. There are big castles at Clun, Montgomery & Ludlow and fortifications everywhere. A more relaxed holiday spending two nights at Clun and Church Stretton, with a final night in Ludlow. Easy to moderate cycling. Our special route guides and maps offer lots of alternatives.

Explore Scotland’s lochs and glens by bike, soaking in the unique landscape of the Scottish Highlands whilst savouring the clean, fresh Scottish air. Immerse yourself in rich clan history as you cycle past castles through the rugged Trossachs hills and then on into Highland Perthshire. Great cycling complemented by welcoming Scottish hospitality, world class whisky and the produce from Scotland’s natural larder. Your cycling adventure begins in the bustling holiday town of Callander, known as the gateway to the highlands, which lies beneath wooded crags. Learn the story of Rob Roy at the visitor centre before you pedal east to Loch Katrine. Here you can enjoy a fine cycle along the tranquil Loch Katrine and perhaps a trip on the 100 year old Sir Walter Scott steamship. Your route continues north past Loch Lubnaig and through Glen Ogle to the village of Killin, which lies at the southern end of Loch Tay and is bisected by The Falls Of Dochart. The scenery just gets even better with every turn of the pedals as you follow the southern shore of Loch Tay past the Scottish Crannog Centre, Dewar’s World of Whisky and Taymouth Castle. Aberfeldy is next, famous for the ‘Birks of Aberfeldy’ a poem by Robert Burns. The Victorian spa town of Pitlochry is your base for the final three nights. Choose from several routes which visit Dunkeld Cathedral, Blair Castle, Queen’s View, Moulin, Killiecranckie as they wind Big Tree Country.

Travel through Northern California – hike through lush forests and around crystal-clear lakes for a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Through Lassen Volcanic National Park and ancient forests, follow the Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail to Lake Tahoe. Explore the lake activities, hike or bike the many trails, or simply enjoy the breath-taking scenery.

Travel through the High Sierra Nevada mountains to reach Yosemite National Park, including the 620-foot Bridalveil Falls, and the granite cliffs of Half Dome and El Capitan.

This diverse tour, starting from the old royal capital of Cetinje, will lead you from the tranquil beauty of Lake Skadar via picturesque villages and panoramic roads, to the inviting beaches and historical towns of the Bay of Kotor. A medium challenging route, providing a feast for the senses and eyes and plenty of opportunity to experience the hospitality of the friendly Montenegrin people.

Approx. 94 - 153 miles depending on route

A unique cycling holiday through the Shropshire hills, visiting small craft breweries, a vineyard and experiencing the very best of local food. Fantastic scenery and brilliant cycling in the Shropshire Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. You stay at Lion Hotel on the River Teme, two nights at The Castle Hotel in Bishop's Castle and two nights at The Charlton Arms, Ludlow. Easy cycling (moderate if you choose the longer routes). Total 94 or up to 153 miles.

Lake Skadar is shared by Montenegro and Albania. It is the biggest lake of the Western Balkans and an important sanctuary for migratory birds. Cycling through the historic towns of Cetinje, Shkodra, Perast and Kotor, enjoy numerous, stunning panoramas, friendly locals and great food and drink.