A revised repeat of a successful tour around two contrasting Canary Islands (Lanzarote and Fuerteventura). Marvel at varied volcanic landscapes with craters, conical peaks and barren lava fields, rugged coasts, sandy beaches and distinctive vineyards. 5 days unladen, 4 moving on, staying in three very different hotels. 40-80kmpd.

Escape the British winter for Spanish Spring (Primavera), experiencing a true taste of Spanish living in an authentic hotel in Denía on the Costa Blanca. Ride through orange groves, vineyards and almond plantations, with lots of level riding or graded climbs, fabulous views and magnificent descents. Includes transfers from Alicante airport. Second week available.

Escape the British winter for Spanish Spring (Primavera), experiencing a true taste of Spanish living in an authentic hotel in Denía on the Costa Blanca. Ride through orange groves, vineyards and almond plantations, with lots of level riding or graded climbs, fabulous views and magnificent descents. Includes transfer from Alicante airport. Second week available.

Tour the deep south of mainland Greece in all its springtime beauty. Cycle about 60km per day with full support, visit historic sites and stay in good hotels. Includes visits to Byzantine Mystras, Monemvasia, fortified Mani villages and lots of lovely seaside cycling. 

A tour that takes in the culture and landscape of Murcia and Andalusia, with ancient cave dwellings showing us its rich history. Our stunning route goes through Natural Parks and historic towns where a traditional Spanish welcome awaits, with local foods and wines to tempt us. A challenging tour with vehicle support.

In 2014 the New York Times rated Albania 4th among 50 recommended destinations and in 2011 Lonely Planet ranked it number 1. Now is the time to visit Albania as it emerges from its political constraints. Stunning mountains, lakes and coastal scenery. Quiet roads and Heritage towns. Fully supported tour. 

In 2014 the New York Times rated Albania 4th among 50 recommended destinations and in 2011 Lonely Planet ranked it number 1. Now is the time to visit Albania as it emerges from its political constraints. Stunning mountains, lakes and coastal scenery. Quiet roads and Heritage towns. Fully supported tour. Fly London Gatwick/Tirana.

Centre-based holiday staying in the County Town of Cocentaina in the Sierra Mariola. Cycle deep into the Sierra Aitana, journeying along an ancient trading route from the Mediterranean and through remote landscapes unchanged for centuries. Mostly hilly terrain with largely good quality roads and a change of scenery with every turn.

A centre-based holiday staying at the Hotel Fedora, a cyclists hotel in Riccione. Daily led routes into the Apennines, see the Carpegna classic climb that Marco Pantani trained on and the historic towns of Gradara and Urbino. Free entry to the world renowned Nove Colli Grandfondo sportive.

The hills of the Baronnies and the plain of the Rhone offer quiet roads, beautiful scenery, orchards, vineyards and olive groves, gorges, cols and Mont Ventoux. A popular fixed-centre tour in a pleasant hotel. Choice of short or long rides or rest days with support on the longer rides.

7 places available including 3 on the European Bike Express  

A leisurely spring tour through the flowery Mediterranean hinterland of vineyards and garrigue and the wooded Cévennes, moving-on every other day with one 1-night stand. Optional rest days include the Gorges de l'Herault, a choice of Corniche des Cévennes or a spectacular steam train ride and Ventoux summit or the Gorges de la Nesque. 

Self-supported cycle camping tour in Provence, staying in Nyons, Sault, Orange, Uzes, Arles, Istres, Loumarin and Avignon. Varied terrain, though mostly fairly gentle undulations. 2-, 4- and 5-week options also offered on a space-available basis. Staying three nights at most campsites enables unladen exploring from them. European Bike Express or land only.

1 place available on the European Bike Express

Self-supported cycle camping tour in Provence, doing two loops out of Orange then continuing southwest to Narbonne. Varied terrain, though mostly fairly gentle undulations. 2-, 3- and 4-week options also offered on a space-available basis. Staying three nights at most campsites enables unladen exploring from them. European Bike Express or land only.

1 place available on the European Bike Express

A classic tour of eastern Spain's remote mountains. Ride along quiet country roads through stunning scenery: towering crags, deep gorges, shady forests, hilltop villages and imposing castles with coach transfer from/to the airport. Family-run hotel accommodation. 32-86 kmpd, with six two-night stays allowing several unladen day rides. Fly Birmingham/Murcia.

Self-supported cycle camping tour in Provence, staying in Uzes, Arles, Istres, Loumarin and Avignon. Varied terrain, though mostly fairly gentle undulations. 3-, 4- and 5-week options also offered on a space-available basis. Staying three nights at most campsites enables unladen exploring from them. European Bike Express or land only.

1 place available on the European Bike Express

Self-supported cycle camping tour in Provence. Loop south from Orange then head southwest finishing in Narbonne. Varied terrain, though mostly fairly gentle undulations. 2-, 3- and 5-week options also offered on a space-available basis. Staying three nights at most campsites enables unladen exploring from them. European Bike Express or land only.

1 place available on the European Bike Express

A back to basics tour staying in Youth Hostels, chalets and hotels with breakfast and dinner included, carrying your own luggage in your panniers or saddlebag. One night on the coastal steamer Hurtigruten. Staying 2 nights at several locations. Start/finish in Bergen.

In 2014 the New York Times rated Albania 4th among 50 recommended destinations and in 2011 Lonely Planet ranked it number 1. Now is the time to visit Albania as it emerges from its political constraints. Stunning mountains, lakes and coastal scenery. Quiet roads and Heritage towns. Fully supported tour. 

In 2014 the New York Times rated Albania 4th among 50 recommended destinations and in 2011 Lonely Planet ranked it number 1. Now is the time to visit Albania as it emerges from its political constraints. Stunning mountains, lakes and coastal scenery. Quiet roads and Heritage towns. Fully supported tour. Fly London Gatwick/Tirana.

A classic moving-on circular tour combining stunning coastal resorts with windswept seascapes and a visit to the Frisian Islands of Texel and Vlieland. Returning via the 27km Houtribdijk Dam over the sea. Staying in hotels and an Eco Hostel with most meals included. Return ferry from Harwich to the Hook of Holland.

Based at a 4-star hotel in the beautiful Salzkammergut region of Austria, about 22km from Salzburg. The hotel is completely geared up for active holidays. Lakes, mountains, cycle paths, a spa, swimming pool and free laundry service for your bike kit all make for a perfect week's break. Bikes are available for hire (cost not included). 

Discover this fascinating, little explored and beautiful country at the crossroads of East and West. Enjoy quiet roads, friendly locals and fascinating history and culture. See hilltop fortresses, Orthodox cathedrals and churches, cities, small villages, ancient historical sites and communist monuments, unspoilt mountainous landscapes with extraordinary biodiversity. Full vehicle support.

A classic moving-on circular tour combining stunning coastal resorts with windswept seascapes and a visit to the Frisian Islands of Texel and Vlieland. Returning via the 27km Houtribdijk Dam over the sea. Staying in good quality hotels with most meals included. Return ferry from Harwich to the Hook of Holland.

Discover this fascinating, little explored and beautiful country at the crossroads of East and West. Enjoy stunning scenery of mountains, gorges, quiet roads, friendly locals, an interesting history and culture. See monasteries, fortresses, towns, villages, statues,  monuments and a World Heritage Thracian Tomb.  All inclusive with good hotels and excellent food.

Based at a château in the Charente Maritime department of France, with sole use. Circular led rides to pretty villages, sites and cafes. 48-68kmpd. An ideal introduction to cycling abroad from the comfort of a château. Families with children only please.

An unsupported lightweight camping tour using the North Sea Cycle Route (LF1). Cycle from Guines 10km south of Calais through Belgium to Amsterdam in the Netherlands. Staying 2 nights at four campsites allows for cycling without luggage or for rest days. The terrain will range from flatlands and river valleys to rolling hills.

2 places available

Based at a welcoming rural guesthouse in the Vaucluse. Excellent home cooking, quiet lanes, Mediterranean climate, flora and fauna, medieval villages, beautiful limestone scenery. 9 days cycling, choice of 15 routes from 32-131km, optional ascents of Mont Ventoux and la Lure.

Montenegro is one of Europe’s newest countries and, although small, it packs in a large variety of scenery. The route visits all of the country's highlights including Kotor Bay, Lake Skadar, the Tara Canyon, Durmitor National Park, Lovčen National Park and the Piva River Canyon. There are several demanding ascents and long descents. The tour starts in Shkodër and ends in Tirana, Northern Albania. Fly London Gatwick/Tirana.

Montenegro is one of Europe’s newest countries and, although small, it packs in a large variety of scenery. The route visits all of the country's highlights including Kotor Bay, Lake Skadar, the Tara Canyon, Durmitor National Park, Lovčen National Park and the Piva River Canyon. There are several demanding ascents and long descents. The tour starts in Shkodër and ends in Tirana, Northern Albania.

A moving-on tour from the Corbières with their impressively sited Cathare castles, the lower slopes carpeted with vines set amongst limestone hills and gorges, to the more challenging terrain of the Eastern Pyrénées. Return through the Western Corbières and the Minervois.

A classic moving-on circular tour combining stunning coastal resorts with windswept seascapes. There are forests, farmland and small villages to cycle through, mainly on traffic-free cycle paths and quiet backroads. We visit historic cities and fishing ports and use ferries, causeways and bridges to link up the islands.

Centre-based holiday staying in the County Town of Cocentaina in the Sierra Mariola. Cycle deep into the Sierra Aitana, journeying along an ancient trading route from the Mediterranean and through remote landscapes unchanged for centuries. Mostly hilly terrain with largely good quality roads and a change of scenery with every turn.

In 2014 the New York Times rated Albania 4th among 50 recommended destinations and in 2011 Lonely Planet ranked it number 1. Visit Albania as it emerges from its political constraints. Stunning mountains, lakes and World Heritage towns. Suitable for fit cyclists able to cycle up to 90km.

In 2014 the New York Times rated Albania 4th among 50 recommended destinations and in 2011 Lonely Planet ranked it number 1. Visit Albania as it emerges from its political constraints. Stunning mountains, lakes and World Heritage towns. Suitable for fit cyclists able to cycle up to 90km. Fly London Gatwick/Tirana.

Centre-based holiday staying in the County Town of Cocentaina in the Sierra Mariola. Cycle deep into the Sierra Aitana, journeying along an ancient trading route from the Mediterranean and through remote landscapes unchanged for centuries. Mostly hilly terrain with largely good quality roads and a change of scenery with every turn.

Cycle the wild coast and mountainous regions of Sardinia where our route takes us past turquoise seas, bronze age stone ruins and towering mountains covered in ancient cork oak forests. This moving on tour takes us into the "lost in time" interior of the island, with stunning views and a warm traditional welcome.

Tour Portugal’s two best wine regions, longest beaches and highest mountains, by riding just 40 to 80 kilometres per day on quiet roads and staying in good hotels. Also visit interesting cities, mediaeval towns and castles, taste the wine, enjoy hearty meals and take a beautiful boat-trip on the Douro.

Experience this popular island at the beginning of October when the crowds have gone but the weather is still pleasantly warm. Start/finish at the same hotel which is only 3km from Palma Airport. Cycle more than halfway round the island, 30-75kmpd. Quiet roads, sea bathing.