Cycling Tours in Europe

Europe Cycling Tours

Exploring Europe by bike is undeniably one of the most exciting ways to immerse yourself in the continent’s charms. Our biking tours in Europe offer an unbeatable blend of adventure, sightseeing, and cultural discovery.

With miles of world-class biking routes – featuring winding back roads, iconic mountain passes, and breathtaking views – it’s no surprise that pedal-powered travel is on the rise. After all, who needs a tour bus when you’ve got two wheels, a friendly group beside you, and the freedom to explore at your own pace?

Our guided group tours are led by expert local guides who go the extra mile – some have even been known to run the biking route at sunrise, just to guarantee perfect conditions. But it’s not just about where you go, it’s who you share the journey with. Travelling in a small group means camaraderie, shared triumphs, and plenty of encouragement on every climb.

With us, it’s more than a ride – it’s a front-row seat to Europe’s soul. Ride Sicily’s coastal roads, pedal through Brittany’s villages, or bike the pine-scented trails of the Baltics. Every trip blends fresh air, expert support, and community spirit while treading lightly on landscapes you’ll remember long after the last climb.

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Top 5 Destinations for Biking Vacations in Europe

Italy

Saddle up for an Italian adventure where every pedal stroke blends culture, carbs, and countryside charm. Wind your way through wetlands dotted with flamingos in Sardinia, spin past fairytale trulli houses on our Cycling Puglia to Matera tour, or chase cannoli and coastal views on Cycling in Sicily. From Renaissance cities to the pastel-colored towns of the Amalfi Coast, every ride is a story – and a feast. Explore the full collection of Italy cycling tours. Just don’t forget, gelato stops are practically mandatory.

The Baltics

Three countries. Countless castles. One unforgettable ride. On our Cycle the Baltics tour, you’ll bike mostly quiet backroads from Estonia to Lithuania, gliding past forests, sandy coastlines, and fairy-tale spires. Along the way, you’ll explore medieval old towns, wind through stunning national parks, including Lahemaa and Curonian Spit, and swap handlebars for history in Tallinn, Riga, and Vilnius. A visit to the iconic floating Trakai Castle rounds off this incredible multi-country tour. It’s smooth riding, ever-changing scenery, and just enough cobblestones to keep you on your toes.

Spain

From pine-fringed coves to Roman ruins, our Spain cycling tours reveal the country’s most scenic routes. Follow coastal trails and wetland paths on the Cycling the Mediterranean Coast trip, or bike past rugged cliffsides and surreal seascapes that once inspired Dalí on our Cycling in Girona and the Catalan Coast. Prefer pilgrims to painters? Our Cycling the Camino de Santiago leads you deep into Galicia’s sacred heart, past Baroque churches and lush countryside. Spain, seen from the saddle with our expert local guides, is anything but ordinary.

FAQs on Biking Tours in Europe

Can you travel Europe by bike?

Europe is perfect for exploring by bike! It’s a popular cycling destination thanks to its vast network of excellent on-road and off-road cycling routes, catering to a variety of preferences and skill levels. These routes cover a wide range of landscapes, from coastal paths to mountainous terrains, providing cyclists with diverse and scenic experiences. Each of our cycling tours in Europe allow you to explore charming villages, historical sites, and picturesque landscapes on two wheels.

Which country has the best cycle routes?

You can find fantastic cycling routes in many European countries, especially in places with strong cycling cultures, like the Netherlands, Germany, and Denmark, all known for their well-maintained bike-friendly infrastructure. Our trip specialists have crafted incredible routes all over Europe, and no matter which destination you choose, you can pedal easy knowing you’ll be on one of the best biking tours.

What should I expect on a cycling tour?

Europe bike tours are an excellent way to discover new destinations on two wheels, immersing you in the sights, sounds, and landscapes of each place you visit. Picture yourself pedaling through picturesque landscapes, from quaint countryside scenes to charming historic towns. You’ll have the opportunity to savor local flavors, whether it’s sampling exquisite wines, indulging in regional cuisine, or enjoying the warmth of a cafe along your route. The adventure unfolds not just on the bike but also in the cultural encounters with each region. Our cycling tours are crafted to provide a perfect blend of physical activity, scenic beauty, and cultural immersion, ensuring that every turn of your bike wheel reveals a new and captivating facet of the destination.

How do I plan a European cycling tour?

Take advantage of Exodus’ over 50 years of experience in active travel by embarking on one of our small group guided cycling tours, and we’ll do all the planning for you! Our travel specialists have designed incredible itineraries throughout Europe, so all you need to do is book one and we’ll take care of all of the logistics. From route planning and accommodations to support vehicles and luggage transfers, our tours include it all.

What should I bring on a cycling tour?

Check your tour’s trip notes for a complete packing list specific to your tour to Europe and destination, but some basics include padded cycling shorts, cycling gloves, sturdy cycling shoes, and a compact close-fitting bag or fanny pack. Feel free to also pack your own gear, such as SPD or clipless pedals, your preferred saddle (excluding the seat post), or a gel saddle cover.

High-quality, locally rented bikes are provided on all Exodus cycling trips, with only a few exceptions. The bike type (hybrid or mountain) is tailored to the trip’s nature, and you can find detailed information about your ride in each trip’s essential info.

How do I prepare for a cycling trip?

Leading up to your departure, training on a bike is essential! You’ll want to increase your endurance and comfort level while getting your body used to the physical demands of long rides. Pay attention to the activity level rating of your trip for guidance on the intensity of the rides, and check our fitness guides for more advice on how to prepare physically for your adventure.

Get off the beaten track and see how ordinary people in Sri Lanka live, yet still visit many of the well-known tourist sights.

John Mitchell Cycle the Back Roads of Sri Lanka

The accommodation we stayed in was of a high standard and the different parts we saw of Sri Lanka were very varied and I feel we saw so much of this special country during this trip.

The food was absolutely outstanding on this trip and we went to some amazing off the beaten track restaurants. One of our favorites was the ladies who cooked the vegetable curries, the dinner at a locals house, and another was the buffet at the old colonial hotel, you may burn 2000 calories cycling but you will eat 3000 calories of amazing food if you want too. Suresh has a saying ‘do maximum damage’ at the buffet and that we did! wait till you try the egg hoppers you will be hooked!

A bit of detail about the cycling: my husband and i were the youngest on the trip at 44 and 52 but we decided to go for the e bikes as it was our first cycle holiday. I highly recommend this option, whilst we had a good level of fitness, and I had trained for this trip doing 100km cycles. Even though we had done level 4 graded Exodus hiking trips before,we wanted to make sure we enjoyed the big climb days and did not slow everyone down, not that it is ever an issue with a lovely exodus group! We also didn’t know if everyone would be super amazing club cyclists and we would be the slow ones, but we had a complete mix of lovely people and we didn’t have anything to worry about. We have just booked our next Exodus cycle trip and have gone for normal bikes.

We had the e bikes turned off most of the time and actually felt after a couple of days we should of gone for normal bikes but it did mean we could enjoy the big climbs and not worry at all, but the van is close behind you on those days and very easy to jump into, so if you are worried you are not fit enough for this trip or not a super keen cyclist i highly recommend going for the ebike option as the trip is definitely worth it and an amazing experience, the ebikes were a very good standard and brand new. At the time of the trip I was a modest cyclist and cycled mainly during the summer months at home, I did properly train for the trip and made sure i had done the 100km distance on a few occasions but this was just to give myself confidence and I just wanted to make sue i was well prepared, don’t think you have to do a lot of training for this trip, the pace is good and no one was ever left behind, it is a level 4 so you do need some fitness but with a good level of fitness you could do it, if you are worried definitely go for the e bike option.

I would agree with some of the other comments that it wasn’t aways back roads and sometimes the traffic was crazy but we always felt safe with Suresh at the front another guide at the back and the bike mechanics were often following us, i really cant thank the whole crew enough just an amazing team who were brilliant and everything was seamless.

It can be hot and I recommend bringing some electrolytes with you, the crew carry more water and food than you could ever need so nothing to worry about there. Have cold gear for the mountains in the evening as it does get cold.

I felt there was also a good amount of things organised outside of the cycling and it felt we always had plenty of things organised in and out of the saddle, the tea plantation visits were amazing also the jewelry factory, the visit to the gardens in Kandy also really great mix of things to see and do outside of the saddle. Finishing the trip at the beach was fabulous as well, there are so many different sides to Sri Lanka I felt we saw them all.

We had a totally amazing group of people in the group who shared this adventure with us, and we all got on so well it was wonderful to get to know them all, we have always had great groups with Exodus. but this was the best group yet, so thank you also to all of them who made the trip so memorable.

Sara Mitchell Cycle the Back Roads of Sri Lanka

We added this trip as an extension to the Discover Sri Lanka trip which was fabulous and we highly recommend. Unfortunately
this trip for us fell far short of the standard we have come to expect from Exodus. I write this as a qualified ride leader with over 40 years of experience in bike maintenance.

Our bikes had multiple problems including excessive play in the rear wheel, unreliable gears, poorly adjusted headsets and badly set up brakes all which affected bike handling and created unnecessary risk. Having discussed this with Exodus they have assured us that changes will be made to the servicing of the bikes and that the ride leader will test ride every bike before handing it to a client.

Generally it is easy cycling on flat roads with a few minor hills on the last day. A lot of the roads are fairly busy, the Indian drivers like to toot so you know they are there, so it is also very noisy. The backwater roads are lovely but views of the sea can be limited because of the coastal defences. There is also a lot of litter and some unwelcome smells due to the lack of sanitation. The locals are generally very welcoming and friendly, plenty of smiles particularly from the children.

Linda Hamilton Cycle the Coast of Kerala

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