There’s not a lot of information out there about planning cycling holidays in Romania. That’s why we were delighted when Ionut from Bike in Time offered to help write this article. Ionut is Romanian and lives near Bucharest. He has been a cycle guide in Romania since 2007 and set up Bike in Time in 2019, offering cycling holidays throughout Romania. In this article Ionut answers our questions about why you’d want to pick Romania for a cycling holiday, where to go depending on the kind of cycling you’re looking for, how long you need and the best times to visit. We hope it helps you plan y ..read more

The Wild Atlantic Way runs the length of western Ireland’s coastline, over 2,343 km of surfaced roads with 23,000 m of climbing (1,455 miles and 75,459 feet). If you’ve got the time and legs for it, cycling the Wild Atlantic Way is Ireland’s most epic cycling challenge. For those with less time, the MizMal route from Mizen Head to Malin Head is a fantastic alternative that’s do-able in a week of holiday. In this article we speak to Paul Kennedy, owner of Wild Atlantic Cycling Tours and the person behind MizMal. He shares what you need to know about cycling Ireland’s Wild Atlantic Way and the M ..read more

Gravel cycling has taken Girona by storm. To those that know Girona, this comes as no surprise. With its history of pro cycling, endless gravel trails, favourable climate and experienced cycling service providers, Girona’s gravel cycling opportunities are eminently suited to gravel adventures. But how do you go about planning a gravel bike trip or tour in Girona? Where are the best gravel routes and what do you need to know before you arrive ready to ride?! In this article we speak to Eduard Kirchner who runs Cycle Tours Catalonia. Eduard has been riding Girona’s gravel trails before gravel wa ..read more

Cycling the Camino de Santiago is an iconic adventure that offers physical challenge, a journey through Spain’s wild landscapes, cultural, historic and gastronomic discovery and, for those that want it, a spiritual experience too. Compared with the number that walk, only a small fraction of people take on the Camino de Santiago by bike, yet there are so many advantages. In this article, we speak with Camino de Santiago bike tour expert, Dan Hirst from Saddle Skedaddle, about cycling the Camino de Santiago. We ask Dan all the questions we’d want to know the answer to before deciding whether to ..read more

So you’re considering cycling Croatia’s islands? You’re wondering about an island hopping boat and bike tour in Croatia, but there are lots out there! How do you pick the best bike and boat tour in Croatia for you? In this article we speak to Fiona from Wild Atlantic Cycling Tours. She runs cycling holidays in Croatia’s southern islands. Here she shares the things to consider when deciding whether a Croatia cycling holiday (and a boat and bike Croatia trip in particular) is right for you. Enjoy! Croatia bike tour or Croatia bike and boat tour? If you’re reading this article, it’s likely you’re ..read more

Cycling tours in Croatia offer a bewildering array of options, including self-guided and guided tours. It’s not surprising there’s so much choice; when you look at a map of Croatia, it’s soon obvious why it’s so perfect for cyclists. Croatia is home to more than 1,000 islands, food that’s a delicious fusion of Mediterranean, Balkan, and European, medieval towns and UNESCO world heritage sites. Plus a lovely Mediterranean climate. Cycling in Croatia on a self-guided bike trip is the way to find charming villages, hidden beaches, and dining spots away from the usual tourist paths. Our tip: wear ..read more

A self-guided bike tour in Italy is the perfect way to discover one of the world’s most beautiful countries. But where to start with booking one?! There are a lot of options out there. In this article we try and cut through the noise. We share six of Italy’s most beautiful regions and share six tours to tantalise! These self-guided tours are all operated by local Italian companies. We haven’t been on their tours ourselves, but we’ve met the owners and are happy to say that they’re all cycling experts we would trust our own trip with. Plus, their reviews are great. So read on and get inspi ..read more

Cycling adventures in new places are awesome – as long as you’ve packed the cycling snacks and nutrition that will keep your body and mind sharp for the ride ahead. Squashed banana? Soggy sandwich? No thanks! Running out of energy in the middle of nowhere and not knowing if you’ll be able to make it to the end of the ride is horrible. Want to avoid it? Read on as Veloforte‘s elite cyclist in residence, Tom Couzens, delves into the best snacks for cycling to keep you fuelled wherever the road takes you. Veloforte are kindly offering you lovely readers 20% off purchases with code EPIC-20. More d ..read more

Looking for a bike tour of Austria? Want something a little less “known” than Lake Constance or the Danube cycle path? How about heading to Austria’s lake district, known as the Salzkammergut region? The Salzkammergut is one of Austria’s most beautiful regions; a land of Alpine lakes, imposing mountains and pretty spa towns. It’s a gorgeous place to spend a week or two and by bike you can really get under the skin of it all. In this article, we speak to John Vincent who [John, remind me, what’s your connection with/knowledge of the region based on?]. In this article he shares his tips for bike ..read more

Located in southeastern France, the French Alps are the perfect destination for keen road cyclists looking for a challenge. This mountainous region features some tough climbs, such as the famous Alpe d’Huez and is also the location of several cyclo-sportives for those who enjoy more competitive cycling. While some are happy to plan their own trip to the Alps (perhaps using our overview of the Alps or our article on where to stay on Alps cycling holidays!), others are looking for an Alps cycle tour. They want the extra support of having someone on the ground to provide assistance if things go w ..read more