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Our easy cycling holidays can be enjoyed by just about anyone who can ride a bicycle but are particularly suitable for beginners, families and cyclists who prefer shorter rides without hills. These routes are about having the time to enjoy the scenery and local culture whilst enjoying a bit of light exercise. In most cases the daily rides can be completed in around 2 to 3 hours
Our easy cycling holiday routes follow level terrain, often along dedicated cycle paths and quiet lanes. If you don't cycle regularly and are considering a cycling holiday then these routes are the perfect choice.
On an easy cycling holiday you will receive your rental bikes and clear route notes at your first hotel. The next morning you leave your luggage in reception and set out on your first ride. Navigation is easy as your route will all be available on a free-to-use smartphone app. Your real-time position on the route is clearly shown at all times on your phone screen.
While you are riding, our local team transfer your luggage to your next hotel so it is waiting for you when you arrive.
You can cycle at whatever pace suits you, there's no rush and plenty of time to stop for a break or a wander round.
On an easy cycling holiday you'll be covering around 30 km per day. The route will generally be level with plenty of places of interest to stop along the way.
Besides regular bikes, e-bikes are an option on all of our easy cycling holidays and give extra peace of mind to customers concerned about whether or not a tour might be slightly too challenging for them. Electric bikes do not offer a completely free ride but allow the rider to engage a little battery-powered assistance as and when the need arises.
A short cycling break descending the very scenic Venosta valley on an idyllic alpine cycle path beside the Adige river. Relaxed and easy leisure cycling at its best. Great scenery, pretty alpine villages and no traffic.
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The Adige River cycle path has to be one of the most enjoyable and scenic leisure-cycling routes in Europe. Starting from the head of the Resia Pass, close to the Austrian border, this idyllic cycle path follows the Adige River as it descends through stunning alpine landscapes past quaint mountain villages and historic towns to Lake Garda.
An easier version of our Alsace Cycling Holiday with shorter daily rides that allow plenty of time to explore the beautiful wine villages that punctuate this sublime cycle route. Quiet lanes, vineyards stretching to the horizon and quaint, colourful, medieval villages. Suitable for newcomers to cycling holidays and families.
A 4 night cycling break based at a cycle-friendly hotel in Amsterdam. You can choose to follow one of our pre-planned routes each day or decide yourself where you'd like to ride using Amsterdam's extensive cycle path network. Easy cycling with plenty to see and do in and around this fascinating city.
Come and experience one of the most popular bike and boat routes in Europe. Easy cycling along dedicated cycle paths, taking in some of Holland and Belgium’s most iconic sights. On this route you’ll visit Amsterdam, the windmills of Kinderdijk, as well as the historic cities of Dordrecht, Antwerp, Ghent and Bruges. Your home for the week will be the comfortable river cruiser MS Fluvius.
A leisurely cycling holiday on quiet lanes and cycle paths from Holland’s cycle friendly capital to the medieval city of Bruges in Belgium. Along the way you’ll pedal alongside serene canals and through idyllic polder landscapes to charming villages and historic towns. Highlights include Gouda, with its lovely Market Square, Dordrecht – one of Holland’s oldest cities, the maritime towns on the islands of Zeeland, the windmills of Kinderdijk, and, of course, Amsterdam and Bruges themselves.
A very popular and highly enjoyable bike and boat holiday cruising through southern Holland and northern Belgium aboard one of the superb Magnifique boats. Ride along level cycle paths, to historic towns, passing windmills and dykes along the way.
An easy cycling holiday of the southern Black Forest, discovering some of Germany’s most celebrated countryside. It’s an easy-paced journey that follows a former railway line for much of the way and also takes in a wonderfully, scenic section of the Upper Rhine. This enjoyable, circular cycling route starts and finishes in the handsome city of Freiburg.
A leisurely cycling holiday through the vineyards of Entre-Deux-Mers on the banks of the Garonne River to the Bay of Arcachon on the Atlantic Coast. Idyllic cycling on quiet lanes through famous vineyards and Natural Parks, staying in charming hotels in delightful towns and villages. The dunes and beaches around Arcachon Bay are a fitting finale to this wonderful cycling holiday.
Bruges is the perfect base for a Belgian cycling holiday as the city is right in the heart of some great cycling countryside. Base yourself in this beautiful, medieval city enjoying daily rides around the famous sights and into the surrounding countryside, such as the North Sea coast and the historic town of Damme.
This cycling holiday of Bruges and West Flanders offers an appealing mix of history, culture, scenic countryside and some tasty treats. Visit Flanders Fields and Ypres, scene of some of the fiercest battles of World War I. Stay in the historic city of Bruges and cycle to the sand dunes of the coast through a unique polder landscape.
Come and experience one of the most popular bike and boat routes in Europe. Easy cycling along dedicated cycle paths, taking in some of Belgium and Holland’s most iconic sights. On this route you’ll enjoy daily rides taking in the historic cities of Bruges, Ghent, Antwerp, Dordrecht and Amsterdam. You'll also see the traditional Windmillls of Kinderdijk. Your home for the week will be the comfortable river cruiser MS Fluvius.
A leisurely cycling holiday on quiet lanes and cycle paths from the lovely city of Bruges in Belgium to Amsterdam, Holland’s cycle friendly capital. Along the way you’ll pedal alongside serene canals and through idyllic polder landscapes to charming villages and historic towns. Highlights include the maritime towns of Zeeland, the windmills of Kinderdijk, Dordrecht – one of Holland’s oldest cities and, of course, Bruges and Amsterdam themselves.
This incredibly popular bike and boat holiday follows a wonderfully scenic route through northern Belgium and southern Holland. Highlights include the beautiful flemish cities of Bruges and Ghent, the windmills of Kinderdijk and the unique and vibrant city of Amsterdam. Enjoy easy daily rides on level cycle paths, mooring up somewhere new each evening.
On this cycling holiday from Brussels to Bruges you’ll explore some of the Belgium’s most picturesque and scenic towns and villages. From exquisite art and architecture to medieval cathedrals and gothic churches, this cycle tour is full of exciting and memorable opportunities to experience all that Belgium has to offer.
The Classic Dutch Cycling Holiday that offers the perfect introduction to cycling holidays in Holland. Starting and finishing in Amsterdam, this tour leads you along Holland’s marvellous cycle path network through beautiful polder landscapes to the gorgeous old towns of Haarlem, Leiden, Delft and Gouda
New for 2024: Located at the confluence of the rivers Danube, Inn and Ilz, Passau will be your base for this 4 night cycling break. Each day you can select from a menu of rides that follow riverside cycle paths to places of interest and natural beauty in the surrounding area.
Discover the young Danube on this leisurely cycle holiday through Baden-Württemberg and Bavaria. Let the river unveil idyllic villages, fertile, rolling countryside and proud cities as it makes its way eastwards. Easy, riverside cycling with lots to see along the way and interesting overnight stops.
This cycling holiday follows the still relatively young Danube across an incredibly scenic part of Bavaria. Expect leisurely cycling with plenty of charming towns and cities to explore along the way. Highlights include the old town of Donauwörth, Weltenburg Monastery, a boat trip through the Danube Gap and the beautifully preserved city of Regensburg.
The classic Danube cycle route. Cycle along what many consider to be the most beautiful stretch of the Danube river as it wends it’s way through Upper and Lower Austria along beautiful, fertile valleys, past charming medieval villages to the elegant city of Vienna.
Similar to our classic Passau to Vienna route but spread over 9 nights instead of 7, this more-leisurely itinerary allows you to average just 33kms per day. You'll have lots of time to stop and enjoy the towns and villages along the way and to appreciate the most beautiful stretches of the Danube River.
New for 2024: If you want to experience the ever-popular Passau to Vienna cycle route along the Danube whilst staying in superb quality hotels each night then this tour is for you. Sublime and easy riverside cycling, charming medieval villages, beautiful scenery and lovely hotels.
An easy cycling break following the young Danube through scenic, lower Bavaria to Passau, the city of three rivers on the Austrian border. Relaxed cycling through quaint riverside villages and Baroque towns. Level cycle paths and quiet roads characterise this very pleasant route in a beautiful corner of Germany.
A bike and boat holiday along the most impressive and beautiful section of the mighty Danube River aboard the newly renovated MV Swiss Crown. Highlights include the Danube Loop, the wonderful Wachau Valley, elegant Vienna, beautiful Bratislava and Budapest.
A bike and boat holiday along the most impressive and beautiful section of the mighty Danube River aboard the newly renovated MV Vivienne. Highlights include the Danube Loop, the wonderful Wachau Valley, elegant Vienna, beautiful Bratislava and Budapest.
This popular Danube River Bike and Boat cycling holiday between Passau and Vienna aboard the beautiful river cruiser, Swiss Crown, showcases the most impressive and beautiful section of the mighty river. Enjoy easy daily cycle rides along the riverbank through spectacular scenery including the Danube Loop, and Wachau Valley.
An easy and incredibly scenic cycling route through the Austrian Alps between Innsbruck and Salzburg via the stunning Krimml Waterfalls. Dedicated cycle paths lead you through a magical world of pretty alpine villages, towering peaks and glistening lakes.
This leisurely cycling holiday leads you on a wonderful journey through sensational, ever-changing scenery from high up on the Brenner Pass close to the Austrian border, via gorgeous Lake Garda to the beautiful Roman city of Verona.
A wonderful, short cycling break around the shoreline of beautiful Lake Constance. Scenic cycling with an unforgettable Alpine backdrop. Stay in charming lakeside towns and villages connected by a relaxing, lakeside cycling path.
New for 2024: Base yourself in a comfortable hotel in Constance and explore the lake by bike using a menu of cycle routes and the extensive ferry services. A great way to enjoy Lake Constance by bike without moving on each day.
Enjoy the French “art de vivre” or art of living on this easy cycling break along the Loire River between Tours and Angers. Sample the region’s great food and superb wines as you make your way through a peaceful countryside dotted with châteaux, vineyards and gorgeous old towns
A wonderful, easy-going bike and boat cycling holiday across northern Italy following the Po River from the beautiful, Renaissance town of Mantova in Lombardy to Venice on the Adriatic coast. Enjoy daily rides through tranquil countryside, passing through charming villages and wonderful cities of art and culture.
Explore the 3 countries of the Moselle river by bike and boat, enjoying easy daily rides along idyllic riverside cycle paths. Stay aboard a very comfortable and well appointed barge, mooring somewhere new each evening.
Explore the Moselle river by bike and boat enjoying easy daily rides along idyllic riverside cycle paths. On this route you will follow the river through three countries – France, Luxembourg and Germany. Stay aboard a very comfortable and well appointed barge, mooring somewhere new each evening.
Cycle along the Moselle, one of Germany’s most beautiful rivers, through some of the regions finest wine growing areas, including the world famous Riesling vineyards. Spend time exploring the many wonderful towns and villages en route and perhaps enjoying a few ‘tastings’ after a day in the saddle.
A bike and boat cycling holiday along the beautiful Moselle and Saar rivers. Disembark each day for pleasant riverside cycle rides through the picturesque Moselle Valley. Visit atmospheric medieval villages and towns , steeped in history and viticulture such as Cochem, Traben-Trarbach, Bernkastel Kues and Trier.
Discover some of Germany’s greatest riverside scenery, cycling along the Saar and Moselle rivers from Saarbrücken to Koblenz. Make your way through a landscape steeped in history and culture, from the French-influenced Saar Valley to the fertile wine-growing region of the Moselle Valley.
A unique bike and boat holiday cruising and cycling the charming landscapes and waterways of Northern Holland. Cycle through the original polders of Leeghwater, cross the Marsdiep channel to Texel Island and explore the historic towns of Alkmaar, Hoorn and Enkhuizen. Easy cycling suitable for all.
A bike and boat cycling holiday along the beautiful Saar and Moselle rivers. Disembark each day for pleasant riverside cycle rides through the picturesque Moselle Valley. Visit atmospheric medieval villages, steeped in history and viticulture such as Trier, Bernkastel Kues, Traben-Trarbach and Cochem.
Escape to Sicily’s wild and wonderful west coast on this get-away-from-it-all cycling holiday. Explore the rugged coastline, staying in quaint and charming properties along the way. Beautiful beaches, incredible sea views, romantic windmills, ancient hilltop ruins and baroque towns – this tour has something for everyone.
This bike and boat cycling holiday around Southern Holland introduces you to a number of famous Dutch cities as well as leading you through the green heart of this cycling nation. If you are looking for a cycling holiday that showcases the best bits of Holland then this is a great choice.
A springtime bike and boat cycling holiday admiring the kaleidoscopic tulip fields of Holland whilst living aboard a comfortable river cruiser. Besides seeing the bulb fields you'll also visit the world famous Keukenhof flower gardens, the fascinating outdoor museum of Zaanse Shans and explore the vibrant city of Amsterdam.
A bike and boat cycling holiday aboard a very comfortable barge enjoying the vivid tulip fields of Holland. Easy cycling on dedicated cycle paths past fields ablaze with vivid blooms. On this route you’ll also visit the world famous Keukenhof flower gardens, the fascinating outdoor museum of Zaanse Schans and also have time to explore vibrant Amsterdam.
A Spring cycling break in Holland, designed specifically to showcase the extensive tulip fields to the west of Amsterdam. You’ll spend your first night in the city before embarking on a 3 day lazy loop ride through the tulip fields. You’ll also have the opportunity to visit the stunning Keukenhof Flower Gardens.
Head to southwest Finland for an island hopping cycling holiday through the Turku archipelago. Travel by ferry between pristine small islands, riding to idyllic villages and staying in some amazing locations in a corner of Finland well known by locals but still very much off the beaten track for mainstream tourism.
A relaxing Umbrian cycling break packed with scenic rides through the breathtaking Umbrian valley. Stay in the charming, historical towns of Assisi, Spello and Bevagna, enjoying excellent wines and delicious Umbrian cuisine along the way.
This easy, bike and boat cycling holiday is the perfect way to explore the highlights of northern Italy. From Venice on the Adriatic Coast to the beautiful Renaissance town of Mantova in Lombardy, cruise and cycle through breathtaking scenery discovering magical cities of art and culture along the way.
Head to the Netherlands’ North Sea coast for a bike and boat cycling holiday around the quiet and serene Wadden Islands. Sail from island to island on a lovely old schooner, disembarking each day for leisurely cycle rides ride along quiet lanes and cycle paths to pristine sand dunes, light-houses and friendly coastal villages.
