Popular Cycling Holidays
Popular Cycling Holidays
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Albania
Albania is an excellent choice for those who want to combine an active holiday with raw nature and cultural gems that still feel wonderfully undiscovered. Here you’ll encounter dramatic mountain landscapes, crystal-clear rivers, charming villages, and a coastline that practically insists you stop and enjoy the view.
Albania
Albania is an excellent choice for those who want to combine an active holiday with raw nature and cultural gems that still feel wonderfully undiscovered. Here you’ll encounter dramatic mountain landscapes, crystal-clear rivers, charming villages, and a coastline that practically insists you stop and enjoy the view.
Austria
Austria is pure joy for anyone who loves the combination of beautiful nature, well-maintained cycling paths, and charming alpine towns. Here, you can roll along the Danube on the famous Donauradweg, explore the green valleys of Tyrol, or enjoy the gentle hills around Salzburgerland. There are countless places to stop for a strudel, a cold Radler, or simply a great view.
Austria
Austria is pure joy for anyone who loves the combination of beautiful nature, well-maintained cycling paths, and charming alpine towns. Here, you can roll along the Danube on the famous Donauradweg, explore the green valleys of Tyrol, or enjoy the gentle hills around Salzburgerland. There are countless places to stop for a strudel, a cold Radler, or simply a great view.
Croatia
Croatia is a dream destination for anyone who loves crystal-blue seas, sunny days, and routes winding through old coastal towns and lush island landscapes. The Dalmatian Archipelago is especially perfect for a bike cruise, where you sail between the islands and cycle new stages each day – a fantastic way to experience nature, culture, and coastal life without stress. Here, you’ll find small beaches, cosy harbours, and panoramic views waiting around every corner.
Croatia
Croatia is a dream destination for anyone who loves crystal-blue seas, sunny days, and routes winding through old coastal towns and lush island landscapes. The Dalmatian Archipelago is especially perfect for a bike cruise, where you sail between the islands and cycle new stages each day – a fantastic way to experience nature, culture, and coastal life without stress. Here, you’ll find small beaches, cosy harbours, and panoramic views waiting around every corner.
Czech Republic
The route from Prague to Dresden is one of Central Europe’s most beautiful and comfortable cycling experiences. Here, you follow the calm Elbe River through green valleys, cosy towns, and historic areas where both nature and culture take centre stage. You start in magical Prague, roll through charming small communities, and finish in elegant Dresden – a route full of stunning views, great atmosphere, and plenty of places that invite a well-deserved break.
Czech Republic
The route from Prague to Dresden is one of Central Europe’s most beautiful and comfortable cycling experiences. Here, you follow the calm Elbe River through green valleys, cosy towns, and historic areas where both nature and culture take centre stage. You start in magical Prague, roll through charming small communities, and finish in elegant Dresden – a route full of stunning views, great atmosphere, and plenty of places that invite a well-deserved break.
France
France is a true paradise for cyclists: endless vineyards, idyllic villages, rivers winding through the countryside, and small cafés practically begging you to stop for a break. Whether you’re dreaming of the châteaux of the Loire Valley, the lavender fields of Provence, or the gourmet charm of Burgundy, you’ll find routes that are easy to fall in love with.
France
France is a true paradise for cyclists: endless vineyards, idyllic villages, rivers winding through the countryside, and small cafés practically begging you to stop for a break. Whether you’re dreaming of the châteaux of the Loire Valley, the lavender fields of Provence, or the gourmet charm of Burgundy, you’ll find routes that are easy to fall in love with.
Germany
Germany is practically made for cyclists who appreciate good infrastructure, beautiful landscapes, and plenty of cosy stops along the way. Here, you can follow rivers like the Elbe, the Rhine, or the Moselle through vineyards, medieval towns, and peaceful natural areas where the pace naturally slows down. The country offers flat, comfortable stages – perfect for anyone who enjoys scenic views, café breaks, and genuine German Gemütlichkeit – all along routes that are as well-kept as a freshly polished beer stein.
Germany
Germany is practically made for cyclists who appreciate good infrastructure, beautiful landscapes, and plenty of cosy stops along the way. Here, you can follow rivers like the Elbe, the Rhine, or the Moselle through vineyards, medieval towns, and peaceful natural areas where the pace naturally slows down. The country offers flat, comfortable stages – perfect for anyone who enjoys scenic views, café breaks, and genuine German Gemütlichkeit – all along routes that are as well-kept as a freshly polished beer stein.
Greece
Greece is a true paradise for anyone who wants to combine sunshine, culture, and unforgettable cycling experiences. The Ionian Islands – including Kefalonia, Ithaca, and Zakynthos – offer turquoise seas, lush nature, and routes where you’ll constantly want to hop off the bike just to take another photo. Here, relaxed island life blends perfectly with beautiful daily stages, small harbour towns, and plenty of spots to enjoy an ice-cold frappé.
Greece
Greece is a true paradise for anyone who wants to combine sunshine, culture, and unforgettable cycling experiences. The Ionian Islands – including Kefalonia, Ithaca, and Zakynthos – offer turquoise seas, lush nature, and routes where you’ll constantly want to hop off the bike just to take another photo. Here, relaxed island life blends perfectly with beautiful daily stages, small harbour towns, and plenty of spots to enjoy an ice-cold frappé.
The Netherlands
The Netherlands is made for cyclists – flat routes, wide paths, and a landscape filled with windmills, flower parks, and charming canals. Here, you can roll through colourful tulip fields, explore cosy towns, and soak up that wonderfully relaxed Dutch atmosphere. You can also combine your trip with a bike cruise, sailing at night and cycling new routes during the day – a brilliant way to experience even more without ever moving your luggage.
The Netherlands
The Netherlands is made for cyclists – flat routes, wide paths, and a landscape filled with windmills, flower parks, and charming canals. Here, you can roll through colourful tulip fields, explore cosy towns, and soak up that wonderfully relaxed Dutch atmosphere. You can also combine your trip with a bike cruise, sailing at night and cycling new routes during the day – a brilliant way to experience even more without ever moving your luggage.
Italy
Italy is pure cycling romance for those who love great routes combined with even better food. Here, you can roll through Tuscany’s rolling vineyards, glide along the shimmering waters of Lake Garda, or challenge your legs in the dramatic mountain passes of the Dolomites. Along the way, local trattorias, espresso breaks, and small medieval towns will tempt you to stop again and again. A cycling holiday in Italy is full of flavour, atmosphere, and landscapes that make every stage feel like a small cinematic moment.
Italy
Italy is pure cycling romance for those who love great routes combined with even better food. Here, you can roll through Tuscany’s rolling vineyards, glide along the shimmering waters of Lake Garda, or challenge your legs in the dramatic mountain passes of the Dolomites. Along the way, local trattorias, espresso breaks, and small medieval towns will tempt you to stop again and again. A cycling holiday in Italy is full of flavour, atmosphere, and landscapes that make every stage feel like a small cinematic moment.
Portugal
Portugal is a true treasure for those who want to combine beautiful coastlines, charming towns, and inviting cycling routes. Here, you can roll along the wild waves of the Atlantic, explore the wine country of the Douro Valley, or enjoy the sunny atmosphere of the Algarve. The varied landscapes offer both gentle stages and slightly more challenging climbs – always seasoned with great food, a relaxed vibe, and plenty of spots to hop off the bike for a pastel de nata or a sea view that deserves a moment to sink in.
Portugal
Portugal is a true treasure for those who want to combine beautiful coastlines, charming towns, and inviting cycling routes. Here, you can roll along the wild waves of the Atlantic, explore the wine country of the Douro Valley, or enjoy the sunny atmosphere of the Algarve. The varied landscapes offer both gentle stages and slightly more challenging climbs – always seasoned with great food, a relaxed vibe, and plenty of spots to hop off the bike for a pastel de nata or a sea view that deserves a moment to sink in.
Slovenia
Slovenia is one of Europe’s most underrated cycling paradises – perfect for anyone who loves green valleys, crystal-clear rivers, and charming towns with cafés that practically beg you to stop. Here, you can cycle through the beautiful Soča Valley, explore the wine regions around Brda, or roll toward the charming capital of Ljubljana. The landscape is varied without being extreme, and the experiences line up one after another: hilltop castles, mountain panoramas, and lakes that look like they were pulled straight from a fairy tale.
Slovenia
Slovenia is one of Europe’s most underrated cycling paradises – perfect for anyone who loves green valleys, crystal-clear rivers, and charming towns with cafés that practically beg you to stop. Here, you can cycle through the beautiful Soča Valley, explore the wine regions around Brda, or roll toward the charming capital of Ljubljana. The landscape is varied without being extreme, and the experiences line up one after another: hilltop castles, mountain panoramas, and lakes that look like they were pulled straight from a fairy tale.
Spain
Spain is a true favourite for anyone dreaming of sun, warmth, and routes full of variety. Here, you can cycle through the vineyards of Rioja, enjoy the coastal stretches of Catalonia, or explore the beautiful landscapes of Mallorca – a place that feels tailor-made for life on two wheels. Along the way, you’ll encounter tapas, small villages, the scent of citrus, and views that turn every break into pure enjoyment.
Spain
Spain is a true favourite for anyone dreaming of sun, warmth, and routes full of variety. Here, you can cycle through the vineyards of Rioja, enjoy the coastal stretches of Catalonia, or explore the beautiful landscapes of Mallorca – a place that feels tailor-made for life on two wheels. Along the way, you’ll encounter tapas, small villages, the scent of citrus, and views that turn every break into pure enjoyment.
Switzerland
Switzerland is a true playground for those who love spectacular nature and well-maintained cycling routes. Here, emerald-green lakes, snow-capped peaks, and lush valleys await – making every stage feel like a moving postcard. The country offers everything from gentle routes along the lakes to more challenging climbs for anyone who enjoys a bit of effort. Along the way, you can look forward to alpine charm, perfectly timed trains, and chocolate breaks that are practically mandatory.
Switzerland
Switzerland is a true playground for those who love spectacular nature and well-maintained cycling routes. Here, emerald-green lakes, snow-capped peaks, and lush valleys await – making every stage feel like a moving postcard. The country offers everything from gentle routes along the lakes to more challenging climbs for anyone who enjoys a bit of effort. Along the way, you can look forward to alpine charm, perfectly timed trains, and chocolate breaks that are practically mandatory.
What is a cycling holiday?
A cycling holiday is a way of travelling where you experience an area from the saddle and move from place to place under your own power. You typically cycle between different towns, landscapes, or points of interest, staying at new accommodations along the way. It’s an active, flexible, and peaceful way to travel, bringing you close to nature, culture, and local life – without needing to be tough, sporty, or specially trained. At its core, it’s about enjoying the journey, going at your own pace, and having the freedom to stop whenever something catches your attention.
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Why choose Bering Travel for your cycling holiday?
Cycling Holidays in Europe
Europe is full of fantastic destinations, and at Bering Travel we have selected routes that showcase the very best of the continent’s nature and culture. Whether you dream of the majestic Alps, sunny Mediterranean coastlines, or the green landscapes of the UK and Ireland, you’ll find a cycling holiday that fits your wishes. All our European tours are self-guided, so you can travel at your own pace and shape each day as you like. We arrange luggage transport, comfortable accommodations, and easy navigation via the Bering Travel app – everything is set up so you can focus on enjoying the journey.
Different types of cycling holidays
Family-friendly cycling holidays
Family-friendly cycling holidays are ideal if you want a relaxing trip without big challenges. The routes typically follow flat terrain and safe cycle paths or quiet roads, allowing you to adjust the pace as you like. The stages are short, leaving plenty of time for breaks, ice cream stops, small detours, or simply a sunny moment of downtime. This type of trip is perfect for beginners, families with children, and anyone wanting to explore new places in a calm and manageable way. It’s all about simplicity, being present, and enjoying the journey from the first to the last pedal stroke.
Easy cycling holidays
Easy cycling holidays are a great choice if you want a comfortable and uncomplicated experience on two wheels. The routes typically follow flat or gently rolling terrain and use quiet roads or well-maintained bike paths, so you can ride without major effort. The stages are short to moderate, giving you plenty of time for breaks, detours, and spontaneous discoveries along the way. This category suits most people – both those new to cycling holidays and those simply looking for a calm and relaxed way to travel. The focus is on comfort, simplicity, and the freedom to enjoy each day at your own pace.
Please note that “easy” refers to our overall assessment of the route. This does not exclude the possibility of occasional challenging sections. The difficulty level of these tours is always either “easy” or “moderate.”
Food, Wine & Cultural Experiences
This type of cycling holiday combines active days with the very best of local cuisine, vineyards, and cultural heritage. Here, the experience is just as much about what you taste as what you see along the way. You cycle through regions where local markets, wineries, traditional restaurants, and historic town centres appear as natural stopping points on the route. It might be the smell of fresh-baked bread in a small village, a spontaneous wine tasting, or a visit to a family-run trattoria. Along the way, you’ll also have plenty of opportunities to encounter local traditions, architecture, and everyday life – giving you a more personal impression of each destination.
Coasts, Rivers & Islands
Coastal and island cycling holidays are perfect if you feel most at home with water views and a relaxed atmosphere. Here, beautiful coastlines, small harbour towns, and ever-changing landscapes combine with short to mid-length stages where you’re free to stop whenever something catches your eye. The routes vary widely – from flat, leisurely rides in the Netherlands to more hilly island adventures in the Ionian Islands of Greece.
Nature & Mountain Landscapes
Cycling holidays in natural and mountainous landscapes are ideal for those who love big views, fresh elevation gains, and routes where nature truly takes centre stage. Here, you’ll encounter everything from peaceful valley stretches to more demanding climbs that reward you with panoramas making every break worthwhile. Regions like Switzerland, the Dolomites, Slovenia, and the Pyrenees offer well-maintained routes, beautiful lakes, dramatic rock formations, and charming mountain towns along the way. It’s a style of travel with plenty of variety, where you set the pace yourself, and the experiences often feel extra well-earned – whether the tour is moderate or more challenging.
Bike & Boat Holidays
Bike cruises combine relaxed sailing with daily cycling stages, giving you the chance to explore multiple regions without packing and unpacking every day. You stay on board a ship that brings you from place to place, while you cycle new routes on land each day. It’s a flexible and comfortable way to travel, and there’s nothing quite like ending the day on deck with a view of the sea. The routes are typically easy to moderate, offering a great mix of nature, small towns, and local impressions – all without having to worry about logistics. Bike & Boat holidays are perfect if you want to combine an active trip with relaxation and a touch of adventure.
Cycling Holidays Are for Everyone
A cycling holiday doesn’t need to be tough, technical, or require special equipment. It’s a flexible way of travelling where both the route and the pace can be adapted to almost any level of fitness or experience. You can choose short, flat stages, more varied terrain, or longer distances if your legs are up for a bit more work. That makes cycling holidays suitable for beginners, experienced riders, couples, friends, and anyone who simply wants to explore an area in an active and immersive way. What matters most is the desire to be outside, enjoy the journey, and let the experiences unfold with each turn of the pedals.
The practical details
How a Cycling Holiday with Bering Travel Works
A cycling holiday with Bering Travel is designed so you can focus on the experience – not the logistics. When you arrive at the first hotel, your bikes are ready, the route descriptions are in the app, and all you really need to do is get in the saddle. Each day, you cycle a new stage while your luggage is transported to the next hotel, so you only carry what you need for the day. Along the way, you can take as many breaks as you like: a coffee, a viewpoint, a photo stop, or a small detour if something catches your interest. At the end of the day, you check in at your next accommodation, relax – and get ready for a new stage the next morning. It’s simple, stress-free, and a wonderfully comfortable way to travel.
Advantages of a Self-Guided Cycling Holiday
A self-guided cycling holiday gives you the freedom to experience everything at your own pace. You decide when the day starts, how long the breaks last, and which little detours are worth taking. There are no fixed groups or strict schedules – the route is planned, but the experiences are yours to shape. At the same time, most of the logistics are arranged in advance, so accommodations and daily stages are already sorted, allowing you to focus on enjoying the journey. It’s a way of travelling that combines flexibility, comfort, and room for spontaneous discoveries – without having to handle the practical details yourselves.
Equipment & Preparation
A cycling holiday doesn’t require advanced gear, but a bit of preparation makes the experience easier and more comfortable. The most important thing is a bike suited to the trip – many travellers simply rent a good trekking bike or e-bike at the destination. It’s also useful to bring a light daypack, comfortable clothing, good shoes, a rain jacket, and possibly cycling gloves. A water bottle and sun protection are also worth packing. It’s a good idea to check the weather forecast, adjust your saddle height properly, and take a short test ride before the journey begins. With these basics in place, you’ll be well prepared for a relaxed and worry-free adventure on two wheels.
Packing List for a Cycling Holiday
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Cycling clothing or other comfortable clothes you can move freely in
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Cycling shorts or padded trousers (optional, but great for longer stages)
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Breathable T-shirt / light mid-layer
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Light fleece or jumper for cool mornings and evenings
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Casual clothing for the evenings
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Sun hat or cap
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Underwear and socks for the whole trip
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Water bottle
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Sunglasses (preferably with UV protection)
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Cycling gloves (for extra comfort)
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Phone mount for the handlebars (optional but handy for navigation)
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Sunscreen (yes, it’s worth repeating)
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Small first-aid kit (plasters, sports tape, painkillers)
We transfer the luggage
On our cycling holidays, we want you to focus on enjoying the nature and experiences along the way without worrying about your luggage. That's why we offer luggage transport to make your cycling holiday even more convenient and effortless, so you can enjoy your walking holiday to the fullest. Let us take care of the logistics so you can focus on discovering new horizons, experiencing the beauty of nature and making memories for life. You can always contact us if you have any further questions about luggage transport or find information on individual holidays.
Use our app on the tour
On our self-guided hiking and cycling holidays, you have access to our Bering Travel App. It can be used as a GPS on your trip, so you can easily find your way around the routes.
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