Great Rides

We’ve discovered the most breathtaking views, we’ve found the smoothest pavement, we’ve vetted out the best rest stops, and we’ve uncovered hidden gems for rides around every corner of the globe. Check out our best rides from around the world. We hope it inspires you to see the world by bike

Great Road Rides

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Great Road Rides
Going to the Sun Road

Ride in Glacier National Park on a road engineered into the mountainside, with sweeping views of glaciers, alpine meadows, and peaks that stretch to the horizon in every direction.

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Great Road Rides
Ascent of Mont Ventoux

The Giant of Provence has ended races and forged legends. Climb the most mythic mountain in cycling through pine forests and barren white rock to the summit that changes everyone who reaches it.

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Great Road Rides
Zion Canyon Return

Ride deep into one of America’s most spectacular national parks on a road closed to private vehicles, with towering red canyon walls rising hundreds of feet on either side and almost no traffic in sight.

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Great Road Rides
Camino Cielo

Climb out of Santa Barbara and into the sky on a road that earns its name. The views over the Pacific coastline and Channel Islands from the ridge are among the finest in California cycling.

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Great Road Rides
Gorges de la Nesque

Follow a narrow road carved into the cliffs of a dramatic Provençal gorge, with sheer limestone walls rising on one side and long drops to the canyon floor on the other. Quiet, wild, and unforgettable.

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Landscape view of cyclists on Sa Calobra, with road twisting through the mountains
Great Road Rides
Sa Colobra

The most dramatic road in Mallorca drops through 26 switchbacks to a hidden cove at the base of a gorge. Climbing it is one of cycling’s great experiences and one of its most rewarding challenges.

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Great Gravel Rides

Great Gravel Rides
Deadwood to Sylvan Lake

Follow the legendary Mickelson Trail through gold rush country, pedaling railway tunnels and open plains on one of South Dakota’s finest gravel routes.

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Great Gravel Rides
Pea Ridge Loop

Modeled on the Big Sugar pro race, this Ozark gravel loop winds through quiet farm roads and rolling hills before finishing on the iconic Sugar Creek Road.

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Great Gravel Rides
Belesta to Ceret

From lunar rock formations to shaded cork forests and Catalan village lunches, this Pyrenees gravel route delivers constantly changing scenery across two valleys.

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Great Gravel Rides
Sagres to Praia do Canal

Trace Portugal’s wild Atlantic edge on remote coastal gravel tracks through the Vicentine Coast Natural Park, with hidden beaches and a village lunch along the way.

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Great Gravel Rides
Sienna to Buonconvento

Ride the white gravel roads made famous by Strade Bianche, weaving through medieval Siena and into the pale, open stillness of the Crete Senesi.

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Why Ride with Trek Travel

For over 20 years, we have been perfecting the art of cycling travel. We know where the best roads go, which climbs reward the effort, and where to stop for the coffee that makes the whole day memorable. Our guides bring deep local knowledge and genuine passion to every ride, and our support teams take care of everything so you can focus on the miles ahead.

When you ride with Trek Travel, you are not just following a route. You are riding roads we have spent decades falling in love with, and we cannot wait to share them with you.

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Hotel Differences

Trek Travel offers three hotel levels to match your style. Luxury hotels provide elegant, thoughtful touches with exceptional hospitality. Explorer hotels blend modern amenities with local charm in unique settings. Comfort hotels are casual and conveniently located near Trek Travel activities.

Activity Levels

Level 1:

Road: 1-3 hours of riding. Up to 25 mi (40 km). Up to 1,000 ft (300 m).

Gravel: 1-3 hours of riding. Up to 20 mi (35 km). Up to 1,000 ft (300 m).

Hiking: 1-3 hours of hiking. Up to 5 mi (8 km). Up to 1,000 ft (300 m).

Level 2:

Road: 2-4 hours of riding. 20-35 mi (35-60 km). Up to 2,500 ft (750 m).

Gravel: 2-4 hours of riding. 15-30 mi (25-45 km). Up to 2,000 ft (300 m).

Hiking: 2-4 hours of hiking. 4-8 mi (6-12 km). Up to 1,500 ft (450 m).

Level 3:

Road: 3-5 hours of riding. 25-55 mi (40-85 km). Up to 4,500 ft (1,500 m).

Gravel: 3-5 hours of riding. 20-40 mi (35-60 km). Up to 3,000 ft (900 m).

Hiking: 3-5 hours of hiking. 6-10 mi (9-16 km). Up to 2,000 ft (600 m).

Level 4:

Road: 4+ hours of riding. 40-70 mi (60-110 km). Up to 8,000 ft (2,400 m).

Gravel: 4+ hours of riding. 30-50 mi (45-80 km). Up to 4,000 ft (1,200 m).

Hiking: 4+ hours of hiking. 7-15 mi (11-24 km). Up to 4,000 ft (1,200 m).

What are your trip styles?

Classic Bike:

Explore beautiful destinations with a curated blend of guided activities, local cuisine, handpicked accommodations, and itineraries to suit every traveler, from laid-back adventures to luxurious escapes.

Gravel:

Venture off the beaten path to unforgettable places, with fully-supported routes that combine gravel and paved roads in classic Trek Travel style.

Cross Country:

Tackle an epic adventure that takes you point-to-point across mountains, countryside, and more.

Pro Race:

See the pros in action at the biggest cycling events of the year.

Hiking & Walking:

Step into adventure with carefully designed routes, unparalleled hospitality, and deep-routed local connections.

Ride Camp:

Train like the pros in some of their favorite riding destinations.

Self-Guided:

Enjoy a bike tour on your schedule with just your chosen travel companions.

Single Occupancy

Sometimes it’s more convenient and comfortable to have your own room while on vacation. We understand and that’s why we offer a Single Occupancy option. The additional price guarantees a private room all to yourself