UK + Euro Cycle Adventures

Cycle the best that Romania has to offer, from enchanting Transylvania to the ecological wonder of the Danube Delta, this trip has it all. Transylvania is home to some of Europe's best-preserved medieval towns, old Saxon architecture, citadel ruins and ancient forests. For the first half of this adventure we’ll encounter the likes of Bran ‘Dracula’s’ Castle, the medieval town of Brasov and the beautiful Saxon villages with their fortified churches surrounded by rich pastoral landscapes. From there the diversity of this adventure will truly be experienced as we then head to Eastern Romania, travelling first class, to a completely different landscape, the UNESCO’s World Heritage listed Danube Delta. It’s one of the best preserved ecosystems in Europe consisting of hundreds of water inlets and providing a sanctuary for 300 species of birds, 160 species of fish and one of the largest single expanses of reed beds in the world. It’s no wonder it was featured on David Attenborough’s ‘7 Worlds, One Planet’. Make no mistake this is an absolutely amazing tour with huge diversity and a full but exciting travel schedule; so be sure to bring your sense of adventure for a truly memorable time.

Duration: 10 days
Total Distance: 400km

Grading: Moderate adventure (3/5)
Overall the cycling is very manageable with an average of around 50km per day. The first 3 days have an undulating terrain with the first day being the most challenging. The 5 days on the Danube Delta have mostly flat terrain with a slightly longer distance covered each day. Riders should have a good level of fitness and experience riding a bicycle as well as be competent with trail and loose gravel riding on both a mountain and hybrid bike.

Please note: This is a 'self carry' tour which really adds to the adventure. We will provide your bike with a double pannier to carry all of your belongings on your bike.

What's included:

• Fully guided
• Bike supplied
• 10 nights' accommodation
• 1 meal per day
• Local transfers

What to budget for:
FLIGHTS ARE NOT INCLUDED.
The closest airports are:
Start point: Bucharest
End point: Constanta or Bucharest
Other meals are not included-Budget for around €25 per day
Traveller's Insurance (compulsory)

What to bring:
Travel light! Personal luggage will need to be carried for 8 days of riding in panniers provided. Weather is usually very good in Romania at this time so generally pack for good weather but remember to bring a wet weather riding jacket and jumper for the evenings in the Carpathian Mountain region. A full list of items to bring will be provided after you book.

For more info and to book please visit:
https://www.eurocycleadventures.com/european-tours/romania
or email us at info@eurocycleadventures.com

It'll be an adventure!

OVERVIEW:
Join us for a magnificent adventure along the coast of northern France and Belgium! The ride follows around 80% off-road cycle-ways taking in the gentle scenery surrounding canal-side paths through Belgium (and a small portion of Northern France). We'll visit Bruges with its cobbled streets and medieval buildings as well as the Flanders countryside, stopping at some of the famous war memorials along the way. It’s a very social trip taking it at your own pace with opportunity to enjoy the great café culture, taste the chocolate and some of the world's best beers.

Tour Route:
Day 1. Dunkirk – Oostend (70km)
Day 2. Ostend – Ghent (67km)
Day 3. Ghent - Dunkirk (76km)
Day 4. Ypres - Dunkirk (50km)

Day 1 - Dunkirk to Oostend
After meeting and taking the train from London St Panc to Dover then the boat across to Dunkirk, we will begin our 55km flat ride on a designated cycle path alongside Le Canal de Furnes towards the France-Belgium border. In De Panne we stop at a beach-side bar for lunch and from there it’s an easy ride to Ostend along the seaside. Upon arrival it’ll be time to freshen up and head to the beer festival!

Day 2 - Oostend to Ghent
Another flat day in the saddle as start out riding for Bruges where we will stop off and experience its charm in the daytime. After exploring the city and filling up our stomachs, we cycle through the hinterland of Bruges which is defined by its canals and lush green pastures. The canals are flanked by beautiful rows of trees and diverse fauna and flora all the way to Ghent. In the evening we will explore this charming Flemish city, characterised by its medieval pedestrianise city center.

Day 3 - Ghent to Ypres
Heading out from Ghent we will experience typical Belgium countryside and the freedom of traffic-free cycleways that are just made for this type of cycling. In the afternoon we will be stopping to explore some of the war memorials before arriving into Ypres.

Day 4 Ostend to Dunkirk
On the last day we will have a leisurely ride back to Dunkirk from Ypres which is a flat, scenic ride through quiet Flemish countryside. We cross into coastal France with open fields, canals, and a fresh sea breeze near the finish to meet the ferry going back to Dover.

GRADING: This ride is graded as intermediate-beginner because the distance covered is somewhat substantial but relatively straight-forward. Any queries please ask.

THE PRICE INCLUDES:
3 nights’ accommodation
Free breakfast each morning
Return ferry travel Dover to Dunkirk
Cycle tour guide every step of the way

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS:

• 150km of nearly entirely traffic-free cycling. Mainly flat on cycle paths and back roads
• Quintessential canal-side cycling
• Visit the fields of war history in Flanders
• Enjoy a treat or two in Bruges whilst taking in the enchanted vibe of this historic city
• Guided tour of historial Ghent
• A great chance to socialise and make great friendships with like minded people.

MORE INFO: https://www.eurocycleadventures.com/european-tours/belgium

Very happy to help with any questions you have.

See you on tour :)
Alex and James