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10 best Self-Guided Cycling tour packages
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MelissaSelf-Guided Cycling travel expert at TourRadar
- Cycle Puglia
- Backroads to Venice
- Moselle river biketour | Trier to Koblenz | 6 days
- Porto - Lisbon Atlantic, Tradition and Romance
- Porto Coastal Cycling
- Venetian Villas and Vineyards Cycling
- Cycling Valencia and the Orange Blossom Coast
- Coimbra to Lisbon Cycling
- Julian Alps to the Adriatic Cycling
- Moselle river biketour 5 days | Trier to Koblenz
Cycle Puglia
2 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The GPS app worked beautifully. The tour in Italy was very well executed.”
Nikki, traveled in October
Puglia's landscape rolls past on 27-speed touring bikes. Alberobello's trulli houses and baroque Lecce bookend daily rides of 45-70km along both Adriatic and Ionian shores.
Duration 8 days Destinations Alberobello, Ostuni, Lecce, Gallipoli, Santa Maria di Leuca, Otranto Age Range up to 99 year olds Operator UTracks From
- NZ$2,690
Backroads to Venice
3 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The scenery changed daily and provided hotels comfortable. The bikes were well maintained and perfect for touring.”
Phil, traveled in July
The scenic route from Bolzano's Alpine vistas to Mestre's canals unfolds on premium touring bikes. Follow riverside paths through wine country and past Palladian villas. Digital navigation, luggage transfers, and selected 2-3 star hotels provide secure bike storage.
Duration 8 days Destinations Bolzano, Trento, Garda, Verona, Vicenza, Padua, Mestre Age Range up to 99 year olds Operator UTracks From
- NZ$2,390
A 195km flat, asphalted Moselle Cycle Path leads to UNESCO-listed Porta Nigra, Neumagen-Dhron wine village, and Eltz Castle. GPS data guides riders between premium hotels with luggage transport service.
Duration 6 days Destinations Trier, Piesport, Traben-Trarbach, Cochem, Koblenz Age Range up to 90 year olds Operated in English, German Operator Terranova Touristik From
- NZ$1,322
Porto to Lisbon unfolds along carefully planned routes of 40-65km daily. São Jacinto reserve, Cabo Mondego lighthouse, and medieval Obidos highlight the journey. GPS navigation and luggage transfer complement stays at properties like Melia Aveiro.
Duration 12 days Destinations Porto, Furadouro, Aveiro, Praia de Mira, Figueira da Foz, Praia da Vieira, São Martinho do Porto, Foz do Arelho, Peniche, EriceiraSee all destinations Age Range up to 99 year olds Operated in English, German Operator Eurobike From
- NZ$2,794
Porto's riverfront marks the starting point of this route to Praia de Mira's beaches. The path reveals Aveiro's canals, Costa Nova's striped houses, and Vista Alegre's porcelain factory, with stays at Hotel Vila Gale and Furadouro Boutique Hotel.
Duration 8 days Destinations Porto, Furadouro, Aveiro, Praia de Mira Age Range 18 to 99 year olds Operator Exodus Adventure Travels From
- NZ$3,410
The Veneto countryside opens up with GPS navigation and quality bikes. Medieval Este, Monselice castle, and Villa Barbarigo gardens highlight the route. Carefully selected agriturismos and optional pool breaks at L'Albara included.
Duration 9 days Destinations Padua, Monselice, Galzignano Terme, Teolo, Villaganzerla Age Range 8 to 99 year olds Operator Exodus Adventure Travels From
- NZ$2,905
Cyclists wind through Valencia's riverbed parks and Albufera's rice paddies. GPS-guided Via Verde tracks lead to Mora de Rubielos' medieval monuments before reaching Peniscola's historic fortress through Sierra de Irta Marine Park.
Duration 8 days Destinations Valencia, S´Albufera Natural Park, Montanejos, Peniscola Age Range 18 to 80 year olds Operator Exodus Adventure Travels From
- NZ$2,880
Portugal's Silver Coast beckons from historic Coimbra through pine forests to Nazare's surf beaches and medieval Obidos. Routes average 25-30km daily, with three nights in Lisbon to conclude.
Duration 12 days Destinations Coimbra, Figueira da Foz, Praia da Vieira, Nazare, Foz do Arelho, Obidos, Lisbon Age Range 14 to 80 year olds Operator Exodus Adventure Travels From
- NZ$4,380
Wine villages, Aquileia's archaeological treasures, and coastal rides in Grado paint the perfect picture. Quality bikes and luggage transfers complement stays at selected 4-star hotels.
Duration 11 days Destinations Bled, Mojstrana, Kranjska Gora, Tarvisio, Venzone, Udine, Palmanova, Aquileia, Grado Age Range 8 to 99 year olds Operator Exodus Adventure Travels From
- NZ$4,620
The Moselle Valley beckons with 60-80km daily rides between premium lodgings, from Hotel Park Plaza Trier to Villa Vinum Cochem. GPS guidance and week-long support ensure smooth cycling.
Duration 5 days Destinations Trier, Bernkastel, Kues, Zeltingen, Cochem Age Range up to 90 year olds Operated in English, German Operator Terranova Touristik From
- NZ$1,236
What people love about Self-Guided Cycling Tours
- Backroads to Venice
Tour well organised bikes ok and app ok. Hotels variable magdalene hof was excellent. Hotel Dori was awful, shabby and poorly maintained - felt like a hostel.
- Baltic Bike Tour: Vilnius to Tallinn (self-guided supported)
We really enjoyed the tour.
What our customers ask about Self-Guided Cycling Tours & Trips
When is the best time to book a self-guided cycling tour?
Weather really shapes the best cycling months. If you're heading to Mediterranean spots like Tuscany, plan for April through June or September through October when temperatures stay comfortable at 68-77°F (20-25°C). For northern routes like Berlin to Copenhagen, summer is your friend - book between June and August when it's around 72°F (22°C). The Scotland Speyside route runs April through September to skip the rough winter weather. Book about 2-3 months before you want to go, especially if you're planning a summer trip when these tours fill up fast.
How much daily cycling is involved on these tours?
Most days you'll cover between 19 and 37 miles (30-60 kilometers). Take the Moselle path - you'll bike about 28 miles (45 kilometers) each day. The Munich Lakes tour can stretch up to 53 miles (85 kilometers) on bigger days. One cyclist who did the Andalucia tour shared: "Days varied from 3-4 hours to 6-7 hours of cycling, allowing plenty of time to explore villages and attractions along the way."
What type of accommodation can I expect on self-guided cycling tours?
You'll sleep in a mix of nice 3-4 star hotels and local guesthouses. On the Pisa to Cinque Terre route in Tuscany, you get spots like the Hotel Repubblica Marinara in Pisa and the beachfront Hotel Palace in Viareggio. The Speyside tour in Scotland puts you up in cozy B&Bs and historic spots like The Lanterna in Castelnuovo. The places know what cyclists need - they'll have safe spots to store your bike and they're right on your route.
What's typically included in a self-guided cycling tour package?
The basics come standard: your room, breakfast each day, maps and directions, moving your bags between hotels, and a phone number to call if you need help. Some tours add nice extras. The Ticino Lakes tour includes 5 nights in 4-star hotels and tickets to see Bellinzona's castles. In Munich, they throw in a traditional Bavarian veal sausage breakfast. If your route needs a ferry crossing, like between Berlin and Copenhagen, that's covered too.
How does navigation work on self-guided cycling tours?
You'll get everything you need to find your way - maps, GPS tracks, and detailed directions. The Speyside tour gives you turn-by-turn instructions through the Scottish countryside, while the Moselle path offers both a navigation app and paper maps. One cyclist told us: "the GPS files worked great and paper maps helped identify local points of interest." Most routes stick to bike paths, quiet back roads, and trails that are well marked with signs.
How is luggage handled during self-guided cycling tours?
You just carry what you need for the day - your main bags get moved to your next hotel. On the Moselle path, they move your bags between 9:00 AM and 5:30 PM, and you can bring as much as you want. The Rhine Romance tour makes sure your stuff is waiting at each hotel before you get there. As one happy cyclist said: "luggage transfers worked perfectly, arriving at each destination on time."