Great Explorations

Explore Japan on two wheels, from the temple streets of Kyoto to the mountain monasteries of Koyasan.

The country opens up in layers: temple towns tucked into forested hills, quiet farm roads cutting through rice paddies, and small workshops where old crafts are still part of daily life. Between rides, there are natural onsen and simple, traditional meals that feel earned after a day in the saddle.

Beyond the coastlines and ruins, Turkey is about hospitality: lingering breakfasts, backgammon games in the square, the clink of tea glasses, and shopkeepers who welcome you in like an old friend. Travelling by bike gives you the chance to slow down and be part of it, even just for a little while.

Cycle through the Julian Alps, across Slovenia’s green countryside, and into Italy’s Friuli region. A week of small villages, layered history, good local meals, and some of the most scenic cycling in this corner of Europe.

Nova Scotia is a patchwork of fishing villages, vineyard roads, sea cliffs, salt air, and quiet county roads that seem made for cycling. On this ride, we trace the coast from Lunenburg to Annapolis Royal and Wolfville, experiencing the charm, beauty, and deep-rooted culture of Atlantic Canada along the way.

We stay in small inns, eat exceptionally well, and enjoy the kind of East Coast hospitality that makes you want to linger a little longer. Lobster included, of course.

A limited number of cabins have opened up on one of our bike and yacht departures in Croatia this fall — a rare opportunity for solo travellers, couples, or small groups to join the journey.

Cycle quiet island roads through olive groves and vineyards by day, then return to a comfortable yacht each evening as you move through the Dalmatian islands. Swim in the Adriatic, explore harbour towns, and enjoy the simple pleasure of unpacking once while the landscape changes around you.

If cycling and sailing through Croatia has been on your wish list, this is the perfect opportunity.

A typical day in Burgundy starts on quiet vineyard lanes, cycling past stone villages and Flemish-style châteaux, with little more than the sound of a passing tractor. Lunch is in a small village, often a simple winemaker’s meal rooted in local produce and tradition.

In the afternoon, a château visit and private tasting brings the region’s Grand Cru reputation into focus, before an easy ride toward your next historic town. Evenings are spent in characterful, well-located hotels — the kind of places that make it easy to step out, find a good restaurant, and let the day end over a bottle of Burgundy wine.

Is there any better way to travel?

Pedal your way through an archipelago of natural wonders.

Just off the coast of British Columbia, the Gulf Islands feel a world apart — where winding roads, ocean views, and small island communities are all part of the itinerary.

Starting in Victoria, this route links the laid-back charm of Salt Spring Island, Galiano Island, and Mayne Island. Ride quiet coastal routes, stretch your legs on forested trails, or take to the water by kayak. Along the way, settle into welcoming inns and enjoy the fresh, thoughtful flavours of the Pacific Northwest.

Experience the French joie do vivre right here in Canada.

Ride quiet country roads through Québec’s Eastern Townships, in the foothills of the Appalachians. We pass covered bridges, round barns, and storybook villages, with church bells echoing in the distance. Along the way, dip into local culture — galleries, antique shops, artisan studios — before settling in each evening for cozy stays and memorable, locally inspired meals.

It’s Europe’s charm, Canada’s wild beauty, and the simplicity of exploring by bike.

Just an hour south of Paris, the Loire Valley has drawn royalty for centuries — and it still holds its appeal.

This is a region of fine châteaux, vineyards, and some of the most pleasant cycling in France. Take in the great names — Amboise, Chenonceau, and the gardens at Villandry — as well as local markets, cafés, and the people that give this region its unmistakable character.

There’s a reason Mallorca is a favourite destination among cyclists drawn to big climbs and sweeping descents: pleasant weather, excellent food, dramatic scenery, and endless routes through ever-changing terrain.

Ride out from Palma into the quiet countryside, climb through the Serra de Tramuntana, then descend into the charming port towns of Sóller and Pollença. Unwind at beautiful hotels, relax at serene spas, and toast to the day over dinner by the sea. Salut!