The road less travelled
INTRODUCING BESPOKE CYCLE TOURS
Bespoke Cycle Tours conduct small group 1 - 8 day immersive holidays in Sydney, Regional Australia, Sweden, Italy and Japan’s best cycling and gourmet regions. Pleasant rural cycle routes; encounters with interesting ‘locals’, regional cuisine and boutique accommodation combine to make for the most rewarding selection of co-hosted, supported; guided and self-guided cycling holidays. Enquiries from friends/family groups with itineraries and dates to suit are most welcome.
“The itinerary was perfect and the trouble you went to in arranging all those extras (culinary, cultural and viticultural) was very much appreciated.”
ORANGE REGIONAL DISCOVERY
A stimulating six day circular tour departing from the regional food and wine hub of Orange. Ride on average 50 kms per day, primarily on quiet scenic backroads making for rewarding cycling . Ample time to relax and soak up the beauty of distant horizons and talk with farmers, artisans, wine makers and story tellers. Highlights include discovering boutique wine and food producers, Cowra Japanese Gardens , historic villages and local arts and culture.
N.E. VICTORIAN GRAND TOUR
This seven day itinerary delivers some of the most enjoyable cycle touring in Australia. 320 kms on rail trails in the foothills of the Australian Alps and on quiet back-roads stretching out to the Murray River. Equally rewarding are encounters with a variety of ‘locals’ excelling in their various fields of endeavour. Two nights in each of beautiful Bright and historic Beechworth and Rutherglen provide an ideal blend of rewarding bike riding with time to relax and absorb the regions unique appeal.
GOLDFIELDS & SPA TOUR
This six-day circular tour provides a diversity of experiences throughout the leisurely 240 km journey primarily on quiet back roads. Meet a range of local characters with fascinating stories to tell as you traverse a variety of scenic landscapes. In the 1850’s the Castlemaine area was the world’s richest shallow alluvial goldfield. Today the Goldfields region is prospering once more; as is the Spa Country to the south. There you enjoy a two-night stay with ample time to soak up the many attractions of Daylesford and Hepburn Springs.
SYDNEY BIKE TOURS
Experience Sydney’s world famous built and natural attractions on a high-quality e bike with a qualified local guide. A maximum group size of four ensures you will have a personalised experience exploring the many scenic, cultural and historic delights of Sydney. Enjoy a leisurely restaurant lunch during your Sydney bike tour on predominantly dedicated cycleways or quiet residential streets. Two great itineraries to choose from.
SWEDEN KATTEGAT COASTAL TOUR
This is a unique European 8-day tour built around Sweden’s Kattegat Coastal Cycle Path; voted Europe’s best cycle route in 2018. The tour commences in wonderful Copenhagen with a train transfer to Helsingborg in Sweden where the cycling holiday commences. Over 6 days cycle 350-400 kms to the journeys end and 2 nights in Gothenburg, Sweden’s second largest city. Enjoy beautifully varied scenery and history dating back to the Iron Age. The cycling is excellent with an ever-changing mix of bike paths, trails and quiet country roads. *Stockholm 2 day/night add-on option available.
ITALY CIOCIARIA GOURMET TOUR
A truly bespoke cycling and cultural journey on the road less travelled in Italy’s Ciociaria region S.W. of Rome. Three nights in the historic hilltop village of Veroli to ride, walk and learn from your local bi-lingual hosts about the rich history dating back to pre-Roman times. Follow this with four nights in a superb private residence built over a Roman gateway in the village of Atina overlooking the fertile Camino Valley. Excellent out/back cycling and an exploration of local culture, food and wine.
JAPAN GOURMET CYCLE TOUR
A wonderful cycling and cultural journey on the road less travelled in Japan. Discover culinary delights and ride one of Japan’s signature rides. Explore cultural precincts in Okayama, Hiroshima and Kyoto and learn about Japan’s deep history and traditions. Enjoy comparatively safe and relaxed cycling with your experienced Bespoke host and be rewarded with a unique Japan itinerary with special insights and experiences provided by co-hosts Risa and Aaron - a master Japanese chef.
