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Two Wheels & Sea Views
Whether you're a leisurely pedaller or a competitive cyclist, why not see some of the most stunning scenery in Europe from your saddle on a cycling holiday? The trails and roads around our Beach Clubs in Croatia, Greece, and Sardinia have something for everyone, with extra warmth and sunshine on tap.
Cover as many miles as possible or take a gentle ride to a nearby coffee shop – there's a route to suit you at each of our destinations. Test your pedal power on winding hillside roads, soak up the scenery on coastal routes, or take in the heady aroma of an expansive pine forest.
If you're keen to get booked onto one of our cycling holidays in Europe, contact our team today.
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Inclusive Cycling Holidays
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Inclusive Cycling Holidays
You can choose from beginner-friendly or more challenging mountain bike and road cycling holidays, using guided or self-guided routes. And if you're travelling with the family, you'll be spoilt for choice when you choose an adventure-filled family cycling holiday with us.
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Guided cycling holidays
Don't worry if navigation isn't your strong point – our guided rides are the answer. Our bike team has done most of the hard work for you. Focus on your fitness or take it easy while enjoying the view. The choice is yours.
Every Beach Club has a variety of rides mapped out and the team will take the time to make sure you're happy and comfortable on the bikes. They can also give you guidance on all parts of the ride if you need it.
To start cycling right away, sign up for a ride with the bike team at the welcome meeting. Once you've completed your first ride, you can book more rides. Guided cycling holidays are ideal for anyone wanting to take the initial hassle out of cycling somewhere new. And if you want extra support and a sense of community on your 2-wheeled travels, then group cycling can give you fantastic new experiences.
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Free Riding
Doing your own thing on the bikes has never been easier, safer or more accessible. Bikes are available to use at any point during the day, and one of our team will always be on hand at the cycling centre to give you advice and assistance with routes and bike mechanics.
Our use of the popular cycling and running smartphone app Strava has made free-riding easier than ever. All routes are now available through destination-specific Strava pages. We provide secure phone mounts to ensure the safety of your phone, giving you the flexibility to explore your cycling holiday destination at your own pace.
If you need advice on how to use the tech, speak to one of the bike team at your Beach Club.
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Road Cycling
If you’d rather compete for the coveted yellow jersey instead of hitting woodland trails, you can join us on our road cycling holidays. Roadies can get in on the action with specially selected routes and great hill climbs and descents.
Our standard road bike, the Trek Domane AL 4 can be found at Messini, Buca, Vounaki, Levante and Baia dei Mori Beach Clubs.
Find out more about our road-cycling holidays.
Mountain Biking
Thrilling downhills, spectacular views, and an endorphin rush – an inclusive mountain biking holiday at one of our Beach Clubs is an epic experience. Situated in national parks, amongst rolling countryside and on some of Europe’s most stunning coastlines, there are countless riding possibilities on your cycling holiday.
With guided mountain bike rides every day, there’s no need to map your trail – just turn up and ride. Alternatively, go for the self-guided cycling option with our route cards and Strava trails.
Find out more about our mountain biking holidays.
Electric Bikes
Head to Alana, Baia dei Mori, Buca or Messini Beach Clubs, and you can get your hands on one of our E-bikes. The Powerfly 4 625 Gen 4 is an electric mountain bike, ideal for on and off-roading.
Try one during one of our guided rides, where our experts will help you get used to riding an E-bike, before taking you out for a spin. E-bikes make riding easier, so you won't tire out as easily. They can also make cycling holidays more accessible.
These bikes are available for taster rides, guided blue or red rides and free riding so you can explore at your own pace. E-bikes are non-inclusive and are available for a little extra, subject to availability.
Greece Cycling Holidays
At Vounaki Beach Club, the Acarnanian Mountains will be your playground. You can conquer challenging climbs or opt for a leisurely ride to charming villages and secret beaches.
Over at Levante Beach Club on the island of Rhodes, you can cycle along a network of quiet roads, exploring nearby villages as you go. The routes range from beginner-friendly to more advanced options.
At Cosmos Beach Club, you can cycle through shady olive groves, along the coast or go off-road. Meanwhile, at Messini and Buca Beach Clubs, you can work through numerous technical climbs. Alternatively, choose long open roads and cruise through olive or lemon groves if you prefer road cycling. You can take advantage of electric bikes at Messini and Buca Beach Clubs.
Croatia Cycling Holidays
A cycling holiday to Croatia means you can soak up the varying landscapes of the Paklenica National Park, day in, day out. Not forgetting unforgettable views looking down on the sparkling Adriatic Sea.
If you're a mountain biking beginner, a cycling holiday at our Alana Beach Club is a brilliant option with beginner and intermediate routes across gravelly fire roads. It's a great destination if you want to build confidence in beautiful surroundings.
Sardinia Cycling Holidays
Situated to the south of stunning Costa Smeralda, Baia dei Mori Beach Club boasts enviable views for your cycling trip. And Baia dei Mori has arguably the best on or off-road cycling of any of our Beach Clubs.
It's a road cyclist's paradise with smooth, winding roads that climb and curve up through the rugged mountains. We also have premium carbon frame road bikes available to rent so that you can take your road cycling experience to the next level.
Mountain bikers will be more than satisfied too, thanks to the wide range of routes available. There are flat, beginner-friendly routes, as well as technical climbs and challenging descents. Look out for wildlife, from birds to lizards, as you explore the area.
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Cycling in Greece: The Complete Guide
Picture this. You've spent the last hour with your quads on fire, grinding your way up a sun-baked climb. But you're over the top now. You're cruising down a winding coastal road, the Aegean glittering below, a warm breeze on your back, and there's a little taverna at the bottom with your name on it. Fanta Limon. Maybe a cold Mythos. You've earned it.That's cycling in Greece. And while everyone else is packing their bikes off to Majorca or Girona, Greece remains something of a hidden gem — one that delivers island loops, mountain climbs, quiet back roads and jaw-dropping coastal descents in equal measure.Whether you're a seasoned road cyclist chasing KOMs, a mountain biker after epic trails, or someone who just fancies pedalling between pretty villages with a coffee stop in between, Greece has it all. This guide covers everything you need to know. The terrain, the best regions, when to go, what to pack, and how to make it happen.
Mountain biking in Rhodes: The 6 best routes
Most people visiting Rhodes don’t go mountain biking. They’re too busy sipping cocktails on sun loungers or wandering round the old town, gelato in hand. And as much as that’s great - they’re missing out. BIG TIME!They’re missing out exploring the rugged, pine-scented trails where the only traffic, you’re likely to encounter is a stray mountain goat and the only noise you’ll hear is crunch of limestone under your tyres. Yep, when you think about it Rhodes isn’t really for sun-seekers. Rhodes is for mountain bikers. Those who prefer two-wheels, thick treads and loose gravel over sun-loungers.If that sounds like you, then you’re in luck because we’ve pulled together a list of the best mountain biking in Rhodes. So, grab your helmet, put some air in the tyres and get ready to hit the trails.
Our top 5 cycling routes in Sardinia
Baia dei Mori Beach Club isn’t just about turquoise waters and sandy toes, this slice of Sardinia is cycling heaven. With lush hills, coastal roads and off-road trails right on the doorstep, it’s one of our top spots for getting out on the bike.Our expert bike team have handpicked the best routes in the area - covering everything from gentle road rides to technical climbs and rugged mountain tracks. Whatever your level, you’ll find a route that fits, with scenery that never stops showing off.Take a high-spec road or mountain bike and explore, or join a guided ride for local insight and a bit of group motivation. Either way, the ride of a lifetime starts right here.Here are our top cycling routes in Sardinia, favourites with our guides and guests, and perfect for a wide range of abilities.
Four great cycle routes in Peloponnese, Greece
It might not top the list when you think of Europe's best biking spots - but it should. The truth of the matter is that Greece is great for two-wheeled adventures, the beautiful countryside has some of the best routes in the world together with some lovely gentle trails and everything in between.Down in the southern Peloponnese, the terrain’s as varied as it gets, from smooth, traffic-free beach tracks to steep, alpine-style climbs. So, whether you are a beginner or avid mountain bikers and road cyclists, this place delivers. And the best bit? You can base yourself at our Messini Beach Club, just outside Kalamata, and ride straight into the heart of this unspoilt slice of Greece.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Based at one of our activity-inclusive Beach Clubs, a cycling holiday with Neilson means you can enjoy a whole host of activities (not just cycling). Think swimming pools, spas and other water sports all in one place. How much cycling you do is up to you!
With mountain biking and road cycling to choose from, as well as guided or self-guided options, your Beach Club holiday is whatever you want it to be. Explore the spectacular landscapes of Greece, Croatia and Sardinia - tailored to your preferences, such as family cycling holidays, cycling holidays for singles and much more.
We've teamed up with TREK Bikes to offer the highest specification range of bikes across our Beach Clubs. You can take a TREK bike for a spin at:
- Levante Beach (Greece)
- Vounaki (Greece)
- Buca (Greece)
- Messini (Greece)
- Alana (Croatia)
- Baia dei Mori (Sardinia)
- Cosmos Beach Club (Greece)
We're all about keeping the whole family active. With Neilson, you can take advantage of quiet, beginner-friendly cycling routes perfect for family cycling holidays. The kids can also get involved with cycling at our kids' clubs and even in our creche, where they can play on teeny bikes and trikes.
There are endless benefits to getting the kids comfortable with cycling from a young age, from increased confidence to improved balance and coordination. Plus, you can enjoy quality family time together while escaping screens and getting out in nature. Cycling with your family is epic!
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To make the most of your cycling holiday, start building up your cycling endurance in the months before you head off. That means steadily increasing the number of miles you cycle every week, adding around 10% each time. Make sure you practice on a variety of different gradients – don't be afraid to get out of your comfort zone! Challenge your endurance and see how you fare cycling uphill, particularly if you’re heading to one of our hillier cycling holiday destinations such as Sardinia.
You should also consider the type of cycling you’ll be doing on holiday. So you can prepare effectively for either a mountain bike holiday or a road cycling holiday. But don’t worry if you don’t get as much practice as you’d like. We offer inclusive cycling for all levels at our Beach Clubs, from beginners to experienced cyclists, with routes for every ability.
If you're looking for easy cycling holidays, we have you covered. We offer cycling holidays for beginners at all our Beach Clubs, so don’t worry if it’s been years since you’ve explored on two wheels.
Join one of our intro sessions for top tips from our cycling experts, then take on one of our ‘green’ rides for a few hours on marked trails that range from 5km up to 10km.
Our guided cycling holidays mean you don’t need to worry about finding the perfect route – our team organises everything for you, ensuring you’re happy as you ride. Plus they can offer tips and motivation along the way.