Piran
On this holiday daily rides through gently undulating, rural scenery are interspersed with visits to picturesque towns that have stood for centuries. Wander the writhing, narrow alleyways of these beguiling little places and discover tiny piazzas amongst the ancient, tightly-packed stone houses. Ride along the bustling quaysides marvelling at the timeless perfection of the medieval skyline while fishermen sell their catch to local traders.
Stop for a swim in the clear blue Adriatic if you like, there’s plenty of time – this is a leisurely cycling holiday after all – and the daily rides shouldn’t take all day.
Midweek you’ll spend two nights in the town of Poreč offering you the opportunity to take a day off from cycling if you wish. Each evening you’ll have another beautiful old town to explore on foot. The narrow winding alleyways of these atmospheric places reveal an abundance of cosy restaurants, friendly street cafes and convivial bars.
This is a leisurely route and should suite anyone with a fair to good fitness level. There are some climbs to contend with but nothing too taxing. We recommend opting for an electric bike if you are in anyway concerned that you might not be fit enough. The route is about 10% cycling paths, 60% countryside roads and gravel roads, 20% regular roads and about 10% busy roads (the latter usually encountered when arriving in or leaving the bigger towns).
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Helmets are provided free of charge locally however we always recommend bringing your own if possible to ensure the best fit. Please note that it is compulsory to wear a helmet in Slovenia.
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Local taxes: Some hotels have started to charge a local/tourist tax. These taxes are not included in the sale price of the tour and must be paid directly by you at check-in or checkout at the hotels. The fee varies and is frequently changing but as a guide, you may be asked to pay between €1-€4 per person per night.
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