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25/06/2024

Do something different on two wheels - these incredible trips are departing late summer / autumn - which one will you choose!?

🇨🇳 China - Guilin and Guangxi
🇵🇫 Peru - Sacred Valley of the Incas
🇲🇦 Morocco - Road Atlas
🇪🇸 Spain - Badlands of Andalucia

24/06/2024

24/06/2024

If these fab photos from Alison and her friend don't inspire you to hop on your bike and head out for a pedal in the sun we don't know what will!

There's still time to book a UK summer escape like this Lake District tour and many others...

21/06/2024

A few dreamy snaps from our recent tour pedalling through rolling sierras in Andalucia on a ride from Granada to Seville - if you're looking for a relaxed riding holiday this Autumn then you can join our next e-bike group trip departing 28 September or choose your own dates and go self-guided!

20/06/2024

The Camino de Santiago is a world-famous pilgrimage in Northern Spain but did you know there are numerous different routes you can take?

🚴‍♀️ We might be a little biased but we think the best way to complete your Camino pilgrimage is by bike!

Check out our top recommended Camino cycling routes for different kinds of cyclists in our detailed guide with Epic Road Rides

In-depth guide to cycling the Camino de Santiago, with maps, routes + firsthand tips for planning a Camino de Santiago bike tour.

15/06/2024

This week we’re celebrating 30 years of the and 14 years of our partnership with the brilliant cycling charity , custodians of our . Did you know that when you book onto any of our holidays that use the we’ll make a donation to them for every mile that you pedal. To date we’ve raised £54,000!

13/06/2024

🎉 We’re celebrating 30 years of the ! Created by the founder of the cycling charity , the C2C (Sea to Sea) has grown to become one of the UK’s best loved bike rides. We’ve been running C2C tours for more than 20 years and it’s still one of our favourite routes, particularly as we can wave to Skedaddlers passing our HQ along route 72!
 
What’s your favourite C2C memory? 🚲

10/06/2024

🚲 It’s our friends at Cycling UK are encouraging everyone to become a by cycling to work, heading out for a pedal with your family and encouraging friends to go for a ride. As you might guess we have more than a few behind the scenes here at Skedaddle. Here are some of our UK team with their new Skedaddle bikes!

06/06/2024

Sometimes the best bike rides are the ones that allow you to simply unwind, soak in the views and savour the journey, perhaps with a little boost from a battery too!

These are our most gentle leisure cycling tours, including the popular Danube cyclepath in Austria, La Via Claudia in the Italian Alps and our new Cotswolds to London tour...

Join us on one of our most gentle leisure cycling holidays to experience the joy and beauty of cycling. Find out more today.

05/06/2024

A few recent highlights from mountain biking in the Pyrenees - what a dream destination!

04/06/2024

Have you ever thought about going on a cycling safari? Skedaddler, Denise, shares a spellbinding tale about cycling in Eswatini...

"Who would have thought it possible to cycle on the ‘range’, so to speak, sharing sacred space with impalas, wildebeest, zebras, cranes, crocodiles, buffalo, giraffe – and be totally at peace. Safe. Amazed. Enamoured. Humbled. Excited."

Encountering any wild animal is a heart pounding experience of excitement, mixed with a dash of caution and fear, as well as buckets of beauty and astonishment. Now imagine that as you’re deep into an African Reserve, navigating on your…

03/06/2024

Where in the world will you ride next? We've been exploring the globe by bike for almost 30 years so in celebration of here are a few of our favourite places to ride:
Chile - the place where it all began for Skedaddle in 1994!
Colombia - our most exciting road cycling tour
Sardinia - home to Skedaddle Italia and some awesome riding
South Korea - an expansive new cycle network makes for an incredible ride
Spain's Pyrenees - a favourite of Skedaddle España for epic mountain adventures
North East England - our Skedaddle HQ and home to so many brilliant classic rides like the Sustrans C2C and Hadrian's Cycleway

31/05/2024

Happy Friday! Here are some brilliant Skedaddle holiday snaps from Miles on our recent tour in Portugal - Vineyards of the Douro Valley 🤩

30/05/2024

Looking for guaranteed awesome adventures on two wheels? Secure your space on one of these guaranteed-to-run cycling tours!

Simply choose your dates and select your pedallin' passion - road cycling, gravel riding, leisure cycling or mountain biking - to find your perfect holiday and you're ready to ride:
https://www.skedaddle.com/uk/guaranteed-departures

23/05/2024

Newish to gravel? Here are our top tips on what to expect and how to hone your skills if you're usually found on a road or mountain bike:

Gravel riding tips for roadies and mountain bikers and what to expect when you head out to explore the trails.

21/05/2024

Scotland looking glorious in the sun 😎
Catherine's dreamy photos from our recent tour riding the epic Caledonia Way

17/05/2024

Recent holiday photos from are making us want to head out to Italy immediately to explore Tuscany's

You can still join our September group tour if you're quick! Or choose our self-guided holiday...

16/05/2024

Join the Skedaddle clan on one of our incredible cycling holidays in Scotland!

We have a few spaces remaining on our group tours this summer - simply choose your pedallin' passion - road cycling, mountain biking, gravel or leisure cycling - and let us show you some of the most epic rides through wild and ancient landscapes...

https://www.skedaddle.com/uk/holidays/location/Scotland/31

15/05/2024

A few snaps from our recent gravel trip in the Badlands of Andalucia 🚴‍♀️🚴

One to add to your bucket list! This journey into the remote Spanish wilderness is perfect for gravel enthusiasts looking for a challenge - a brilliant mix of trails against a surreal backdrop of dramatic canyons, towering rock formations and arid plateaus.

09/05/2024

EXCITING NEWS 🤩

You can now reserve your space for all of our 2025 Iconic Journeys cycling across France, Spain, Italy or the UK!

These road cycling tours are our most popular so our advice is always to book early if you can to avoid disappointment. We now have 6 different tours you can choose from, including well-known routes like LEJOG and St Malo to Nice, alongside our favourite routes traversing Spain and Italy...

Join us on some of our most iconic road cycling holidays and be the envy of your cycling friends. Find out more today.

07/05/2024

Still need to book your summer cycling escape?

These are our most popular group tours with availability for the summer so you can still book a place if you're quick!

We have created a list of popular trips below to make sure you don't miss out. Book now to secure your place...

04/05/2024

Incredible photos from our recent trip to Patagonia 😮

03/05/2024

Who's heading to this weekend 🙋‍♀️

It's a special one for team Skedaddle and head of Skedaddle Espana, Dan, as his son Noa competes in the men's junior race for the first time at Fort William 💪

Huge thanks to Giant UK for your support!

See you there!

02/05/2024

Going on a road cycling tour this summer? Lucky you!

Here are our top tips for getting the most out of your Skedaddle tour covering everything from pre-trip training and nutrition to packing lists and what to expect on the ride...

How to get the most out of your road cycling tour, from pre-trip training and nutrition, to packing and tips whilst you're out on the road.

30/04/2024

Should I join a group cycling tour or go self-guided?

This is a question we are often asked so here's a neat summary of the differences and what we love about each option...

https://www.skedaddle.com/uk/home/page/SelfGuided_or_Guided/263/view.rails

25/04/2024

Our mountain biking adventures are all about uncovering the best natural trails and epic journeys across wild and beautiful landscapes. Here in the UK we're blessed with no end of incredible places to explore by bike. Here are our favourites, from classics like the Pennine Bridleway to our very own Highlands Coast to Coast:

24/04/2024

Wondering what to wear for your spring and summer mountain biking adventures?

We asked the experts at Endura - as a Scotland-based company specialising in technical cycle clothing, it's safe to say they know a thing or two about preparing for changeable weather!

Our friends at Endura share tips on building the perfect mountain biking outfit for spring and summer riding, whichever Skedaddle holiday you're on.

23/04/2024

MORE SPRING SAVINGS!

We've added yet more self-guided cycling tours to choose from in our April offer, including the popular Danube Cycle Path and Vienna to Budapest. Don't miss out! See our full range of cycling holidays on offer and book your spring/summer escape today:

https://www.skedaddle.com/uk/holidays/location/special-offers-on-cycling-holidays/647

Explore a world of cycling holidays with Saddle Skedaddle, offering bike tours across the UK, Europe and beyond.

18/04/2024

What makes the riding in Sardinia so special?

We invited Gravel Union to chat with our local experts...

"The island of Sardinia might not be your first choice if you were asked to name an iconic Italian gravel riding destination, but that’s part of its charm."

The island of Sardinia might not be your first choice if you were asked to name an iconic Italian gravel riding destination, but that’s part of its charm. As yet undiscovered by the majority of away-from-the-road cyclists, the mix of wild landscapes, fantastic food, a perfect Spring/Autumn climate...