UK Cycling Tours
Cycling Holidays in England
Pedal down quiet country lanes or into charming seaside villages – experience the best England has to offer, by bike at your own pace. Riding through stunning English countryside, our biking tours take in the best sights and attractions before finishing at carefully selected accommodation. Our guided cycling tours of England are run by expert local guides. But we also run self-guided cycling trips and small group guided departures. Or for a luxury cycling holiday, ask us to create a private cycling tour of England just for you.
Our Cycling Tours in England
Multi-day biking itineraries ideal for single or solo travellers, couples or small groups.
Cycle the Cotswolds
Discover the beauty of England’s countryside with a cycling tour of the Cotswolds, just an hour away from London. The region is well-known for its charming villages, and idyllic landscapes that transport you back in time. Our cycling tours aim to provide you with the best routes, show you the top sights, and offer comfortable accommodations for a relaxing end to your day. Choose a guided, self-guided, or private tour departure.
Cycle Devon & Cornwall
Ride with us and discover the South-West, Active England style. Experience whisper-quiet country lanes and famous off-road routes like the Tarka Trail. Pedal right into the lively atmosphere of seaside villages before venturing inland to explore the region’s hidden gems. Choose between a self-guided cycling tour or a small group guided tour led by our knowledgeable local experts in Devon and Cornwall.
Cycle Northumberland
Discover the North of England, Northumberland and the world-famous Hadrian’s Wall. Experience the untamed, wild landscapes of the North as you venture from the West coast of to the East, crossing England by bike. Our expert, local guides will lead you through one of England’s most remote and unspoilt regions, taking in historic sites along the way and ending each day in comfortable, hand-picked accommodation. Choose from a guided group tour or a private guided option.
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Cycling Tours in England FAQ
We’re adventure holiday England experts and offer curated, beautiful biking tours in the Cotswolds and Devon and Cornwall.
We assign each of our cycling tours a difficulty level. Most are moderate. That’s to say that guests who are comfortable cycling 20-40 miles (with an incline or two along the way) should be more than happy. Your holiday, however, will be tailored by your guide to suit your individual preferences.
We often get asked about which option to choose so here’s a guide which discusses the difference between self-guided and guided tours in more detail.
Our experts are well-versed in planning private vacations in England. Use one of our itineraries or plan a completely bespoke week, we’re ready to be by your side, pedal stroke by pedal stroke. Contact us to begin planning your private departure.
Yes! Our cycling tours are an excellent option for solo travellers as it provides an opportunity to meet like-minded cyclists. However, due to the small independent hotels we use, there may be a need to charge a single supplement. We always strive to keep these to a minimum.
Yes, of course! Our Giant electric bikes are fantastic! They’re the perfect e-bikes for use on country roads, gravel roads and canal towpaths. On hillier rides, they take the sting out of inclines leaving you free to enjoy your surroundings.
We’ll take care of all the cycling essentials, including bikes, helmets, and cycle bags, so all you need to bring is comfortable cycling clothing and a positive attitude. If you prefer, you can also bring your own saddle and pedals. Don’t worry about carrying your luggage from place to place – we’ll transfer it for you to each hotel, leaving you free to enjoy each day’s ride.
All of our England walking tours make use of the public transport network – most tours start and finish (or transfer) from a train station. For more details, read our guide for travellers arriving in London and looking for onward travel.
Our FAQ page covers many other need-to-knows. If you can’t find the answer to your question, we’re just a short message away.
Why Active England?
Hidden Treasures
We know England like no other company. We curate the best routes and take you to hidden treasures enjoyed only by those who know them, all whilst immersing you in this country's iconic culture and heritage.
Extraordinary Guides
Our expert guides are the heartbeat of our tours and will show you the UK in all its glory. We believe we have the best guides in the business.
Keeping England Green
We take our commitment to sustainable tourism seriously and measure carbon impact of every trip. We are actively working to identify ways we can reduce our carbon footprint year on year.
Extraordinary local guides
At Active England Tours, we’re all about unique, authentic adventure, curated and operated by extraordinary local guides.
Our guides are the heartbeat of our tours. With their local wisdom, can-do attitude and an eye for the unusual, our mission is to be perfect companions on your adventures around the UK.
Cotswold resident Dan, is one of our lead guides. Watch as he rides some of his favourite roads in the area.
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