Cycling Holidays Worldwide 2026 | Pedal Through the World’s Most Spectacular Landscapes

Cycling is the most intimate way to experience a destination — close to the ground, powered by your own effort, moving at exactly the speed needed to absorb every detail of the landscape around you. From the legendary Alpine climbs of the Tour de France to the serene rice paddies of Vietnam, from the volcanic coastline of Mallorca to the ancient pilgrimage roads of Spain, the world’s greatest cycling destinations reward the adventurous traveller with experiences that no other form of travel can replicate.

At The Pure Coastal, cycling holidays are curated to combine sporting challenge with extraordinary luxury — the finest boutique hotels and chateau accommodations, gourmet post-ride dining, professional support vehicles, and expert local guides who know every back road and hidden café worth stopping for.

The French Alps — Cycling’s Greatest Theatre

The French Alps are the spiritual home of road cycling — a landscape of legendary climbs that every serious cyclist dreams of conquering. Alpe d’Huez, Mont Ventoux, Col du Galibier, and Col du Tourmalet are names that resonate with cycling history. Luxury cycling holidays here combine multi-day guided ascents of these iconic climbs with stay-overs at Relais & Châteaux properties, Michelin-starred post-ride dinners, and fully supported team vehicles carrying your luggage between stunning mountain villages.

Tuscany — The Most Beautiful Cycling Destination on Earth

Tuscany is where cycling becomes art. The rolling cypress-lined hills of the Val d’Orcia, the vine-covered slopes of Chianti, and the dramatic white gravel roads of the Strade Bianche offer cycling of extraordinary scenic beauty. Luxury cycling tours here combine gentle to challenging routes with accommodation in restored farmhouses, private wine estate dinners, and the kind of Italian hospitality that makes every kilometre feel like a reward.

Mallorca — Europe’s Cycling Paradise

Mallorca has become Europe’s premier cycling training and holiday destination — and for very good reason. The dramatic Serra de Tramuntana mountain range (UNESCO World Heritage) offers world-class climbs, while the island’s quiet roads, Mediterranean light, and perfect February–May temperatures attract professional cycling teams and enthusiastic amateurs alike. Five-star hotels and private villa rentals make Mallorca the complete luxury cycling package.

Vietnam — Cycling Through Living History

Vietnam offers one of the world’s most extraordinary cycling experiences — a north-to-south journey through rice paddies, ancient temples, hill tribe villages, and dramatic karst limestone landscapes. The Ha Giang Loop in the northern highlands delivers some of Southeast Asia’s most dramatic mountain cycling. Luxury tour operators combine supported cycling stages with boutique hotel stays, private cooking classes, and boat excursions through Halong Bay.

New Zealand — Epic Cycling at the Edge of the World

New Zealand’s network of dedicated Great Rides offers world-class cycling through some of the planet’s most dramatic landscapes — from the volcanic plateaus of the Tongariro Alpine Crossing to the remote fjords of the West Coast. The Otago Central Rail Trail through gold-rush country is consistently ranked among the world’s finest multi-day cycling routes, combining spectacular scenery with excellent boutique accommodation and world-class Central Otago pinot noir.

Morocco — The Atlas Mountains by Bike

Morocco offers one of the world’s most exotic and rewarding cycling adventures. The High Atlas Mountains provide dramatic high-altitude cycling through Berber villages, ancient kasbahs, and dramatic desert landscapes. Descending from the mountains into the Sahara Desert on two wheels is one of travel’s most extraordinary experiences — and luxury desert camps await at journey’s end with four-poster beds, tagine feasts, and a billion stars overhead.

Plan Your Cycling Holiday

The best cycling holiday matches your fitness level to the right destination and route — and The Pure Coastal specialises in exactly this. Whether you’re a weekend warrior seeking a scenic Tuscany cycling break or a seasoned climber targeting all five Monuments of cycling in one season, we will craft a perfectly tailored itinerary combining sport with luxury at every stage. Explore our Cycling Holidays →