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Hungary might not be the first place that comes to mind for a cycling holiday – but look a little closer and you’ll soon be seduced. The country is full of places that suit life on two wheels: Lake Balaton, the Danube, wine regions, spa towns and quiet rural roads. It is not a destination ... Read more ... The post Cycling in Hungary: the inside guide appeared first on Epic Road Rides.
In August 2026, my daughter and I joined Boat Bike Tours’ Islandhopping Netherlands Premium tour: an eight-day journey aboard a four-masted schooner, between the freshwater IJsselmeer and the Wadden Sea, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Five days of cycling connected North Holland, Texel, Terschelling and Friesland. From the deck of the ship, the Wadden Sea ... Read more ... The post Sail and bike tours: our Netherlands island-hopping itinerary + tips appeared first on Epic Road Rides.
The French Alps and French Pyrenees are France (and probably Europe’s!) two most famous mountain ranges. As a result, we often get asked about the Alps vs. Pyrenees comparison and which is best for a cycling holiday. I’ve ridden in both mountain ranges while researching destinations for Epic Road Rides, and while each offers famous ... Read more ... The post Cycling the Alps vs cycling the Pyrenees: how do they compare? appeared first on Epic Road Rides.
Coolcation cycling holidays are becoming an increasingly popular way to escape summer heat. Instead of battling soaring temperatures, these trips head for cooler destinations. Fresh mountain air and coastal breezes can make riding far more comfortable, even at the height of the season. As the coolcation travel trend continues to grow, more cyclists are looking ... Read more ... The post 8 of the best coolcation cycling tours appeared first on Epic Road Rides.
Boat Bike Tours believes its Egypt trip to be the first organised bike and boat tour on the River Nile. The tour offers a very different way to experience the Nile Valley as compared with the usual boat and coach tours. Boat Bike Tours trip combines guided e-bike rides with a Nile cruise and visits ... Read more ... The post Boat bike tours Egypt: what to know before cycling the Nile appeared first on Epic Road Rides.
Boat and bike tours in India offer a very different way to experience the country. The bicycle takes you beyond the major sights and into villages, plantations and farming landscapes. The boat then slows things down among Kerala’s canals, lakes and rice fields. Together, these experiences reveal some of India’s natural and cultural diversity. Boat ... Read more ... The post Boat and bike tours in India: what to expect and practical tips appeared first on Epic Road Rides.
Thailand sits high on many travellers’ must-visit lists, but it’s rarely mentioned for cycling. Yet cycling in Thailand provides an amazing way to experience the country beyond the usual tourist trail. Thailand is home to mountains in the north, rice plains in the centre and coasts and islands in the south. There’s everything you could ... Read more ... The post Cycling in Thailand: The inside guide appeared first on Epic Road Rides.
Planning a group cycling holiday in Europe? This guide shares some of the best group cycling hotels, with cyclist-friendly facilities, route knowledge and practical tips to help you choose the right place to stay. The post Best hotels for group cycling holidays (our independent pick) appeared first on Epic Road Rides.
Val Susa sits just west of Turin in northern Italy, where the city gives way to Alpine valleys, historic military roads and high mountain gravel. For experienced riders, the Val Susa Gravel Loop is a brilliant way to explore this part of Piedmont by bike. Starting and finishing in Avigliana, close to Turin, the 280 ... Read more ... The post Val Susa Gravel Loop: gravel cycling in the Turin Alps appeared first on Epic Road Rides.
Affordable cycling tours in Europe prove you don’t need to spend a fortune to enjoy an unforgettable adventure on two wheels. With the right itinerary, it’s perfectly possible to enjoy beautiful routes, comfortable accommodation, luggage transfers and local support without blowing your holiday budget. For this guide, we’ve focused on tours costing under £1,000 for ... Read more ... The post 7 of the best affordable bike tours in Europe (and beyond) appeared first on Epic Road Rides.
