This Climber’s Dream Vacation Features the Best Italian Climbs

Take an unforgettable trip through some of Italy’s most scenic valleys and follow winding mountain roads for breathtaking views on our Italy: Lakes, Alps, Sud Tyrol & Dolomites-Maratona professionally-guided bike tour.

On a single tour, you’ll bike from Milan to Venice, ride Europe’s highest cog railway in Switzerland, sample fantastic cuisine and wines, and take part in one of Europe’s most popular cycling events: the Maratona dles Dolomites! You’ll have a unique opportunity to ride like a pro for a day and test yourself on the classic climbs of the Giro d'Italia!

Ride alongside apple orchards and vineyards, sparkling blue lakes and conquer some of the most challenging climbs in Italy. With all the climbing on this trip, you’ll keep your strength up with delicious Italian food and wine, as well as German-style beer and cuisine of the Sud Tyrol region. As with all our cycling vacations, we’ve selected quaint, welcoming inns and fabulous restaurants to make this an experience to remember.

Discover the Best of Slovenia for an Unforgettable Adventure

Slovenia is a cycling paradise: Spectacular mountain climbs, scenic valleys, vineyards, charming villages and lightly traveled roads that are perfect for cycling. Our professionally-guided cycling tour of Slovenia takes us through the most beautiful areas of Slovenia: through the Julian Alps and dramatic Karst caves, the charming medieval villages and along crystal-clear alpine lakes. You’ll fall in love with the well-preserved monasteries, Austrian architecture, and welcoming and friendly people.

We'll take some of the training routes used by Slovenian cycling professionals, so if you’re looking for a challenge you won’t be disappointed. As with all our cycling vacations, we have selected quaint inns and restaurants that offer a true taste of the area. Whether you’re interested in challenging or more relaxing riding, our daily route options offer something for everyone.

There are several departures to choose from, so whether you join us in May, late September or October it will be an unforgettable experience. Contact us today to reserve your spot.

Spain Offers a Great Mix of Mountains, Coastline and Everything in Between

All of our professionally-guided biking trips offer fantastic riding, breathtaking scenery and a unique taste of each area’s cuisine and culture. That being said, our Spain Tour (Barcelona, Girona & Catalan Pyrenees) is one of our personal favorites. The quiet roads, hilltop villages and coastal views make Spain an ideal destination for cycling. We begin in cosmopolitan and architecturally rich Barcelona and ride along sun-soaked beaches, through quiet forests and on secluded mountain roads with spectacular scenery.

Our route offers challenging climbs in the Pyrenees, rolling terrain through hilltop villages and along the Costa Brava, Spain’s “Big Sur.” We’ll spend time in Girona and ride some the favorite training routes of Lance Armstrong and other pros. Accommodations range from a four-star parador (a historical building converted into a hotel) that was once an 11th century monastery, to a quaint B&B with a sophisticated astrological observatory. There’s something for everyone on this trip!

Join us in April/May or September for a perfect mix of cycling, cuisine and culture. Contact us today to reserve your spot.

Happy New Year from Adventure Travel Group

We hope you had a great holiday season! Although 2010 has only been here a short time, it's not too early to start planning your cycling vacation now as our tours are starting to fill up.

We have been in South America on a month-long professionally-guided bike tour expedition, and are currently on a Hut Ski Trip in Colorado. We hope to see you on one of our tours this year.

The featured Tour in today's post is Island Hopping in Dalmatia! Experience the Mediterranean Sea "the way it used to be," with crystal clear Adriatic waters, lush islands, unspoiled fishing villages, beaches and vineyards. Roman ruins and medieval walled cities are some of the reasons that make Croatia one of the top travel destinations.

Our tour starts in the "World Heritage" Town of Dubrovnik and continues by boat to the oasis of Miiet, an island blanketed by forests and edged with hidden limestone coves. We also include a special "off the beaten path" evening at Gary's cousin's sheep ranch, where we will get acquainted with the local culture and customs as we enjoy a lamb BBQ, homemade wine and grappa!