10 Winter Sun Cycling Holidays by Grade

As temperatures drop and the days shorten, a winter sun cycling holiday is a great way to throw off the woolly jumper and enjoy an active, sunny w... Read more
10 Winter Sun Cycling Holidays by Grade

As temperatures drop and the days shorten, a winter sun cycling holiday is a great way to throw off the woolly jumper and enjoy an active, sunny winter adventure.

You could head to Jordan and cycle through the desert of Wadi Rum, enjoy a cycling journey in India from Udaipur to the Taj Mahal, or circumnavigate the island of Madeira, enjoying the coastal views and incredible flowers.

If you feel like you want to grab a bit of sunshine and boost your vitamin D levels this winter, plus give youself an exciting adventure to look forward to, take a look at these 10 winter sun cycling trips, listed by grade to help you choose.

We've graded our trips from 1 to 10, with 1 being the easiest and 10 the most challenging. If you're wondering which trip might be the right grade for you, why not check out our Cycling holidays - Grades explained page.
 
 

GRADE 2 - Cycle in Cambodia from Angkor Wat to the Cardamom Mountains

Seeking lesser known temples and sacred sites, this 14-day easy cycle tour in Cambodia, enjoys short and fun day-rides on backroads and dirt trails, beside rice fields, palm trees and pretty riverside villages. It's the best way to explore the highlights of a country, who's chief means of transport, quite often seems to be the bike. You'll enjoy a 2-night homestay in Chi Phat, jungle trails, waterfalls, a sunset cruise on the Mekong River and of the course, the amazing temples at Angkor. 
 
 

 

GRADE 3 - Leisurely cycling in the spice flavoured state of Kerala

The sun-kissed state of Kerala, encapsulates everything that is magical about this colourful tropical region. Our easy-paced cycling holiday will allow you to get beneath Kerala’s skin and to experience some of the highlights; the traditional towns, timeless fishing villages, friendly people and stunning mix of landscape, ranging from the jungle and tea plantations on the slopes of the Western Ghats to the endless white-sand beaches of the Arabian Sea coastline.

 

 

GRADE 4 - A superb Indian adventure from Udaipur to the Taj Mahal

Our improved itinerary includes many of the highlights of Rajasthan - Udaipur, Jaipur, a game drive in search of tigers at Sariska and, of course, the magnificent Taj Mahal. All of this at a leisurely pace, with full vehicle support and a professional cycling guide. You'll cycle through timeless villages, enjoy game drives at Sariska National Park, Chill out at the lakeside settlement of Pushkar and visit the Red Fort. 
 
 

 

GRADE 4 - Cycle on the Caribbean island of Cuba, from Havana to Trinidad

Cuba is a uniquely fascinating adventure travel destination that really lends itself to exploration by bike. This carefully thought-out itinerary covers many of the Cuban highlights and focuses on spending time on our bikes rather than in a transfer bus. Whilst a week is not long enough for a cycling holiday in Cuba, this 12-day itinerary is just right!

 

 

GRADE 5 - A sensational cycling holiday in Morocco's desert world

Morocco is one of the best winter sun cycling destinations. With the snow-covered peaks of the High Atlas to the north and the Sahara to the south, the climate of the Jebel Sahro in southern Morocco is the perfect place for cycling outside the summer months. This is a holiday that offers great value for money.

It's fully inclusive of transfers, guiding, vehicle support, 7 nights hotels and all meals. You'll journey across the Atlas mountains, cycle to the Tazazart Pass, Draa Valley and Todra Gorge, and spend 2 nights in the intoxicating city of Marrakech with the chance to visit the Djemma el-Fna. 

 

 

GRADE 6 - Self-Guided cycling, discovering the Portuguese island of Madeira

Witness the island's distinct charm for yourself on this one-week self-guided cycling holiday, as you circumnavigate the island on generally quiet roads that twist and turn, almost always within sight of the Atlantic Ocean. Enjoy Madeira's floral splendour, its unique laurel forest, amazing botanical gardens and dramatic coastal viewpoints - all of course while cycling at your own pace. 

 
 

 

GRADE 6 - Tropical road cycling in Thailand, along the Thai-Malay Peninsula

Covering a total distance of around 810 kilometres and crossing from the east side to the west side of the peninsula, this classic road tour traverses traditional rural areas, with many quaint little villages, colourful Buddhist temples and several attractive national park areas. No other UK operator offers a road cycling holiday in Thailand, with its palm-fringed roads, superb cuisine, beach-side accommodation and refreshing end-of-day swimming potential.

 
 

 

GRADE 6 - A stunning cycle ride through the hill tribe villages of North Vietnam

Covering a total distance of around 810 kilometres and crossing from the east side to the west side of the peninsula, this classic road tour traverses traditional rural areas, with many quaint little villages, colourful Buddhist temples and several attractive national park areas. No other UK operator offers a road cycling holiday in Thailand, with its palm-fringed roads, superb cuisine, beach-side accommodation and refreshing end-of-day swimming potential.

 
 

 

GRADE 8 - A fantastic cycling holiday in Jordan, from the Dead Sea to the Red Sea

On this superb mountain bike ride we encounter many of the ‘must see' locations of this engaging country and also experience its warm and traditional hospitality. From the spiritual site of Mount Nebo you'll witness the stunning views across to the ‘Promised Land', before a descent to the shores of the Dead Sea - an incredible 400 metres below sea level!
 
 

 

GRADE 10 -  An epic journey through Zambia, Botswana, Namibia and South Africa

This wide-ranging and exciting biking holiday begins at the world-famous Victoria Falls and finishes in Cape Town. You'll cycle from Victoria Falls through Botswana and Namibia to the Cape of Good Hope, wildlife spot on the Chobe River and during the game drives at Moremi, cycle across the Kalahari and wild Namib Desert, watch the sunrise at Sossusvlei and the hike to the top of Dune 45. An epic once-in-a-lifetime adventure.

 

If you would like to chat about where to go on your next adventure, give us a call on +44 (0) 17687 73966 or USA/Canada toll-free 1888 630 4415. You can also email; This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. and we can also organise a face-to-face zoom meeting on request. 
 
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