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Bike Tours Beyond Italy
Bike Tours Beyond Italy
Ciclismo Classico is known as the Italian cycling tour operator. Many of our itineraries are modeled off of founder Lauren Hefferon’s early years of exploring the many corners of Italy and discovering her Italian heritage. Since then, Ciclismo Classico has offered many tours all over the world, but Italy still remains our focus. However, we have many great, and even award-winning bike tours that are beyond the confines of Italy that you may not know about! So, to get your gears turning, here are some cycling tours (and one photo tour) to add to your adventure bucket list:
1) Austria & Czech Republic
This cycling tour will give you a taste of everything that Austria and the Czech Republic have to offer. Begin in Salzburg, a city of vibrant culture and stunning architecture, which has stood for centuries. Traveling north, venture into Prague, one of Europe’s most popular tourist destinations.
Austria & Czech Republic
2) Bike Across Belgium
This combination of bicycle infrastructure, gorgeous scenery, delicious food and varied culture help explain why cycling is Belgium’s national sport. For pedaling aficionados, Belgium is a bicycling mecca to include on your Bike Vacation Bucket List. Awarded “Best Foodie Destination” by Outside Magazine in 2014.
Bike Across Belgium
2) Bike Across France
Discover a new world by cycling three regions of France: Aquitaine, Midi-Pyrenees and Languedoc-Roussillion. On this delicious offbeat journey, cycle along country lanes and discover that every trail reveals a fantastic scene from traditional France. Awarded “50 Tours of a Lifetime” by National Geographic Traveler in 2013.
Bike Across France
4) Northern Portugal
Ride though fabulous landscapes and far-reaching history starting in Spain and crossing the border into Portugal, entering Lima and Douro River valleys. Throughout the itinerary, sample the wines of this beautiful land, from vinho verde, to the nation’s signature tipple, port.
Northern Portugal
5) Friuli & Slovenia
Friuli is little-visited locale. tucked between Slovenia and Austria. Bike through the lush vineyards of Friuli’s burgeoning wine country and cross the border into Slovenia, ending in the romantic and charming Ljubljana, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and capital of Slovenia.
Friuli & Slovenia
6) Ireland’s Dramatic West Coast
Ireland is a land that embraces the imagination with its breathtaking landscape, welcoming people and ancient heritage. Meander through the never ending green fields of Kerry, spin in the majestic beauty of Killarney National Park, and ride a loop to the stunning Cliffs of Moher.
Ireland’s Dramatic West Coast
7) Argentina: Vision & Vine
This is the world’s only photography and high altitude wine tour of Northwest Argentina. One of South America’s finest photo journalists and artists, Ossian will share the secrets of capturing the special light, angles, and colors of this enormously photogenic and pristine region.
Argentina: Vision & Vine
7) Pyrenees Sea to Sea
Ride through the Pyrenees, crossing from Atlantic to the Mediterranean, summiting many famous cols and relaxing in the soothing thermal waters of Ax-les-Thermes. You’ll never forget your visit to the prehistoric cave in Niaux, the pilgrimage site of Lourdes, or your hike through the glacial region of the Cirque de Gavarnie.
Pyrenees Sea to Sea
1) Austria & Czech Republic
This cycling tour will give you a taste of everything that Austria and the Czech Republic have to offer. Begin in Salzburg, a city of vibrant culture and stunning architecture, which has stood for centuries. Traveling north, venture into Prague, one of Europe’s most popular tourist destinations.
Austria & Czech Republic
2) Bike Across Belgium
This combination of bicycle infrastructure, gorgeous scenery, delicious food and varied culture help explain why cycling is Belgium’s national sport. For pedaling aficionados, Belgium is a bicycling mecca to include on your Bike Vacation Bucket List. Awarded “Best Foodie Destination” by Outside Magazine in 2014.
Bike Across Belgium
2) Bike Across France
Discover a new world by cycling three regions of France: Aquitaine, Midi-Pyrenees and Languedoc-Roussillion. On this delicious offbeat journey, cycle along country lanes and discover that every trail reveals a fantastic scene from traditional France. Awarded “50 Tours of a Lifetime” by National Geographic Traveler in 2013.
Bike Across France
4) Northern Portugal
Ride though fabulous landscapes and far-reaching history starting in Spain and crossing the border into Portugal, entering Lima and Douro River valleys. Throughout the itinerary, sample the wines of this beautiful land, from vinho verde, to the nation’s signature tipple, port.
Northern Portugal
5) Friuli & Slovenia
Friuli is little-visited locale. tucked between Slovenia and Austria. Bike through the lush vineyards of Friuli’s burgeoning wine country and cross the border into Slovenia, ending in the romantic and charming Ljubljana, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and capital of Slovenia.
Friuli & Slovenia
6) Ireland’s Dramatic West Coast
Ireland is a land that embraces the imagination with its breathtaking landscape, welcoming people and ancient heritage. Meander through the never ending green fields of Kerry, spin in the majestic beauty of Killarney National Park, and ride a loop to the stunning Cliffs of Moher.
Ireland’s Dramatic West Coast
7) Argentina: Vision & Vine
This is the world’s only photography and high altitude wine tour of Northwest Argentina. One of South America’s finest photo journalists and artists, Ossian will share the secrets of capturing the special light, angles, and colors of this enormously photogenic and pristine region.
Argentina: Vision & Vine
7) Pyrenees Sea to Sea
Ride through the Pyrenees, crossing from Atlantic to the Mediterranean, summiting many famous cols and relaxing in the soothing thermal waters of Ax-les-Thermes. You’ll never forget your visit to the prehistoric cave in Niaux, the pilgrimage site of Lourdes, or your hike through the glacial region of the Cirque de Gavarnie.
Pyrenees Sea to Sea
