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hether it was running, puzzling or – yes – knitting, the past 18 months have seen us all desperately seeking new hobbies to while away the lockdown hours, and I probably wasn’t the only


one who decided to dust down an old rusty bike and get cycling again. If your clients found themselves doing something similar, why not suggest a cycling holiday to show off their rekindled pedal power? Open spaces, fresh air and unspoilt natural landscapes make biking holidays a good bet for anyone seeking a socially- distanced, fitness-boosting break. There’s an array of options too, from gentle, leisurely rides through scenic pastures to challenging climbs up steep mountain slopes. We’ve picked out some of the best from across Europe and grouped them by ability, from barely-touched-a-bike newbie to Tour de France wannabe.


CHATEAUX OF THE LOIRE INNTRAVEL Fairytale castles, rolling vineyards and enchanting villages come together in the Loire Valley, and there’s nothing quite like seeing it all from two wheels. Clients have the chance to do just that on Inntravel’s six-night self-guided cycle tour, which starts in the charming town of Azay-le-Rideau then meanders through Villandry, Ussé, Fontevraud, Chinon and beyond. “For a beginner-friendly cycling holiday adventure


overseas, it’s hard to beat this region,” says Alison Hall, head of product at Inntravel. “While the terrain is gentle and approachable for all abilities, it is the views and countless chateaux that will take cyclists’ breath away.” Book it: From £885 per person based on two sharing, including six nights’ B&B accommodation, three dinners,


bike hire, luggage transfers, route notes and maps. inntravel.co.uk


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