December 14, 2015 Read time - 2 minutes When the dreary British weather gets you down and your bike goes into hibernation for the winter, why not let your mind wander to warmer climes, where thermal tights and insulated gloves are only a distant memory. Here are our top winter sun cycling adventures! Volcanoes and Beaches Ometepe Island, Lake Nicaragua Dreaming of steamy cloud forests, active volcanoes and endless wildlife spotting opportunities? Cycling in Central America offers the opportunity to combine glorious coastline, colonial towns and undulating cycling routes in three very different countries. Take me there: Cycle Nicaragua, Costa Rica & Panama Mouthwatering Cuisine Vietnam floating market Comforting winter food can put the best of us into hibernation mode. If your taste buds are yearning for fresh and exciting flavours, look no further than Vietnam where the local cuisine, spectacular scenery and friendliness of the locals will simply blow you away. Take me there: Cycling Vietnam Freewheeling Fun Looking for some exciting off-road riding but allergic to the cold and wet? The Anti-Atlas Mountains of Morocco offer exhilarating downhill trails and breath-taking views, and the final day’s descent to the beach is just the icing on the cake! Find out more about Atlas Descent Riding in Rajasthan Riding through Rajasthan The weather outside might be frightful, but the winter months in Rajasthan are certainly delightful. Avoiding the oppressive summer heat is the best way to enjoy the dramatic fortresses and colourful cities dotted around the north of the country, and exploring on two wheels allows a connection with India that is just not possible in any other way. Take me there: Cycling through Rajasthan Closer to Home Sardinian coastline Prefer to avoid a long-haul flight? Sardinia boasts over 300 sunny days a year, more than anywhere else in Italy! Take advantage of the Mediterranean climate to enjoy fortified towns, stunning beaches and delicious cuisine. Take me there: Cycling in Sardinia Discover more winter sun cycling trips below.
Cycling in Sicily 30 reviews Ride through the UNESCO Val di Noto and Montalbano's filming locations Cycling Suitable for: Age 16+ Activity level: Moderate 8 Days from $2,179 USD Guided (Incl. Taxes) View More Details
Cycling Vietnam 260 reviews Enjoy the best of Vietnam on two wheels Cycling Suitable for: Age 16+ Activity level: Moderate 14 Days from $2,579 USD $2,349 USD Guided (Incl. Taxes) View More Details
Cycle the Baltics 69 reviews Cycle through three countries from Estonia to Lithuania Cycling Suitable for: Age 16+ Activity level: Leisurely / Moderate 11 Days from $2,349 USD Guided (Incl. Taxes) View More Details
Cycling the Dalmatian Coast 113 reviews Peaceful cycling routes along Croatia's spectacular Dalmatian coastline Cycling Suitable for: Age 16+ Activity level: Moderate 8 Days from $1,749 USD Guided (Incl. Taxes) View More Details
Cycling Puglia & Matera 40 reviews Cycle from the UNESCO town of Matera through Italy's heel to Lecce Cycling Suitable for: Age 16+ Activity level: Moderate 8 Days from $2,179 USD Guided (Incl. Taxes) View More Details
Cycle Indochina & Angkor 160 reviews Cycle through 3 countries from Thailand to Vietnam Cycling Suitable for: Age 16+ Activity level: Moderate 14 Days from $3,179 USD Guided (Incl. Taxes) View More Details
Cycling through Rajasthan 42 reviews Discover India's desert state by bike Cycling Suitable for: Age 16+ Activity level: Moderate 15 Days from $2,449 USD Guided (Incl. Taxes) View More Details
Cycling Cambodia 4 reviews Discover the real Cambodia by bike! Cycling Suitable for: Age 16+ Activity level: Moderate 10 Days from $1,949 USD Guided (Incl. Taxes) View More Details
Cycling Indonesia's Islands 10 reviews Cycle up volcanoes, through rice paddies, jungles and villages in Bali and Java Cycling Suitable for: Age 16+ Activity level: Moderate 13 Days from $2,879 USD Guided (Incl. Taxes) View More Details
Contrasts of Catalonia (Catalunya) Cycling - Short Break Cycle unspoilt Catalonia, passing through olive groves and pretty coloured villages. Cycling Suitable for: Age 8+ Activity level: Leisurely 5 Days from $1,549 USD Self-Guided (Incl. Taxes) View More Details
Self-Guided Cycling in Andalucia: Seville to Cadiz Premium Discover one of Spain’s most iconic areas by bike Cycling Suitable for: Age 14+ Activity level: Moderate 7 Days from $2,179 USD Self-Guided (Incl. Taxes) View More Details
Classic Catalan Self-Guided Cycling Explore the Catalan countryside with its historic castles, hilltop fortresses and ancient wine villages Cycling Suitable for: Age 8+ Activity level: Leisurely / Moderate 9 Days from $1,949 USD Self-Guided (Incl. Taxes) View More Details
Cycle Nicaragua, Costa Rica & Panama 115 reviews Cycle three Central American countries from Nicaragua to Panama Cycling Suitable for: Age 16+ Activity level: Moderate / Challenging 15 Days from $4,649 USD Guided (Incl. Taxes) View More Details
Cycling in Sardinia 78 reviews Cycle Sardinia's unspoilt southwestern coast Cycling Suitable for: Age 16+ Activity level: Moderate 8 Days from $2,179 USD Guided (Incl. Taxes) View More Details