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Cycling

TuscanyA four-night cycling break is a great way to blow away the cobwebs. Our routes offer generally quite relaxed cycling, leaving plenty of time for cultural visits and leisurely lunches en route, though you can extend the routes if you so wish. Whether you choose Spain's Catalan Coast or the rolling hills and vineyards of Tuscany, you cycle self-guided, following carefully researched route notes, while your luggage is transported ahead. Suitably detailed maps are also provided.

Local professionals provide and maintain the high-quality, light cycles, and assistance is available throughout your break in case of emergency. All bikes are fitted with comfy saddles, front and rear lights, ample panniers, a waterproof map case, puncture repair kit, pump and lock, and have a minimum of 18 gears.

We grade our cycling breaks as follows:
• Grade 1, easy for all - mainly flat, some gentle ascents
• Grade 1-2, fairly easy - occasional uphill sections
• Grade 2, moderate - some longer, steady climbs & longer days
• Grade 2-3, fairly strenuous - frequent ascents & descents
• Grade 3, strenuous - long, challenging days

France

Usse, LoireLoire Highlights
(grade 1)

Ussé, one of the jewels of the Loire and the setting of Perrault's original tale of Sleeping Beauty, is a true fairytale château. Visit this and the châteaux of Azay-le-Rideau and Chinon, on this relaxed break. Leisurely routes of 14-35 kilometres lead through rolling farmland, hunting forest and some of the vineyards that produce the delicious wines for which the Loire is renowned.
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River DordogneA Taste of the Dordogne
(grade 2)

Heading north-west from the bustling market town of Souillac, the rolling landscape of farmland and woodland has an unspoiled and sleepy charm. Here, families have earned a living from their land and livestock for generations, and continue to supply fresh produce and delicacies such as foie gras, pâté and truffles to the region’s gourmet restaurants. The ever-changing scenery and variety of accommodation are real highlights.
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Spain

MallorcaUnspoiled Central Mallorca
(grade 1)

This relaxed cycling break explores the very heart of this beautiful island, winding along quiet lanes past ancient farms to reveal Mallorca’s genuine, unspoiled face. This is a side of the island that, thankfully, few tourists bother to experience, and cycling here is a true delight, especially when staying at two charming country estates. Both have a pool so you can enjoy some well-earned relaxation at the end of each day.
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CataloniaCatalan Coast
(grade 1)

The contrasting charms of unspoiled Catalonia are impossible to resist. This stretch of coastline, between Palamós and Begur, reveals hidden coves and sandy beaches where you can relax well away from the crowds, while the inland Empordà Plain, south of the River Ter, is a beguiling patchwork of medieval farms, ancient villages, fields of sunflowers and vineyards.
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GarrotxaHidden Valleys of the Garrotxa
(grade 1-2)

This corner of northern Catalonia is one of Spain’s least-known and most varied regions, where you pedal among ancient stone villages, dotted between wheat fields and pine woods. This is cycling at its leisurely best, following disused railway lines on your way to the fascinating city of Girona.
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Italy

Colle Val d'Elsa, TuscanyA Flavour of Tuscany
(grade 1-2)

Enjoy quintessential Tuscan landscapes of rolling hills, olive groves and vineyards as you follow this circular route which begins and ends in magnificent Siena, a Renaissance jewel. Complementing the scenery are delicious regional dishes and world-class wines.
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