A family cycling holiday is one of the best ways to explore Europe together. Our curated selection of family-friendly bike tours features flat or gently downhill routes, short daily distances (20–50 km), and hotels chosen for families — so children and parents alike enjoy every day on the road.
All tours include luggage transfers between hotels, GPS navigation, and 24/7 phone support. E-bikes are available for parents who want extra power on longer days. Most family tours follow dedicated cycle paths away from traffic, making them safe and stress-free for younger riders.
Cruise the waterways of Holland and Belgium aboard a comfortable barge while cycling through flat countryside, historic cities and UNESCO landmarks. Eight days from Amsterdam to Bruges via Kinderdijk's iconic windmills, vibrant Antwerp, medieval Ghent and the North Sea coast.
A compact 4-night ride along the Moselle from Roman Trier to Treis-Karden, winding through Germany's most famous wine valleys. Pass the steepest vineyard in Europe and finish with an included wine tasting.
Circle Lake Constance in 9 days from Bregenz through Austria, Germany and Switzerland. Premium 4-star hotels, Rhine Falls boat trip, Mainau Island and wine tastings all included. From €1,095 pp.
An 8-day family-friendly cycling holiday in Portugal's Minho region, covering 96 km on flat riverside paths. Perfect for families with children — short daily rides through vineyards and historic towns. From €1,464 per person.
A cycling weekend around Bayeux exploring the D-Day landing beaches of Normandy — from Omaha and Gold Beach to the bocage countryside. Three days of history, coastal cliffs, and quiet country lanes.
Circle Lake Constance in 6 days starting from Friedrichshafen, pedalling through Germany, Austria, and Switzerland. Flat lakeside paths lead you past Bregenz, the Höri peninsula, Stein am Rhein, and Reichenau island — ferry and ice cream included.
Cycle around Denmark's Little Belt through rolling hills, idyllic villages, and romantic fjords. You will cross historic bridges, visit UNESCO-listed Christiansfeld, and island-hop between Jutland and Fyn on this 325 km loop.
The extended 9-day version of the Innsbruck to Venice route splits the journey into shorter, more relaxed stages. You will have time to linger in Cortina d'Ampezzo, explore Belluno, and savour the Prosecco hills around Treviso before reaching the Venetian lagoon.
A family cycling holiday through the Loire Valley — five easy stages from Blois to Amboise along the Loire à Vélo paths. Chambord, Cheverny, a natural bathing pool and Leonardo da Vinci's last home, all in 143 km of flat, child-friendly riding.
Discover Umbria's medieval heart on this 7-day self-guided cycling tour from Assisi to Spoleto. Ride through olive groves, vineyards and sunflower fields, visiting Spello, Torgiano, Bevagna and more on easy, quiet country roads.
A 6-day self-guided cycling tour through France's Loire Valley covering 179 km past Renaissance châteaux and royal gardens. Ideal for families — flat terrain along the Loire à Vélo cycling path. From €708 per person.
Loop around Lake Constance in 6 days starting from Bregenz, cycling through Austria, Switzerland, and Germany. Flat lakeside paths, the Mainau flower island, a scenic ferry crossing, and charming towns — with luggage transfer and an ice cream stop included.
Cycle through the heart of Umbria on this 4-day self-guided tour starting and ending in Spello. You will pedal past vineyards, Roman towns, and hilltop cities including Assisi, Bevagna, and Torgiano — all on mostly flat terrain through one of Italy's finest wine regions.
Cycle the Altmühl Valley from medieval Rothenburg to the Danube at Regensburg — seven days through Bavaria's quietest river canyon. Fossil-rich limestone cliffs, Hohenzollern castles, the world's largest rock crystal cluster in Riedenburg, and a final cruise through the Danube Gorge to Weltenburg Abbey.
An 8-day self-guided cycling loop from Lake Bled through Slovenia's Julian Alps, covering 257 km of alpine lakes, emerald rivers, and vineyard valleys. Suitable for families and solo travellers. From €995 per person.
A 6-day family cycling tour along the Danube from Passau covering 75 km on flat, car-free cycle paths. Short daily rides perfect for children — one of Europe's easiest family cycling routes. From €488 per person.
The heart of Corsica beats in its mountains — ancient forests of towering Lariccio pines, gorges carved into red granite, passes that open onto vast panoramas of lakes and peaks, and villages where time stands still. This central chapter of the GT20 takes you from the azure citadel of Calvi deep into the island's wild interior, through some of the most spectacular and unspoilt landscapes in the entire Mediterranean.
You will ride along the Gulf of Galéria, past the former pirate refuge of Girolata, through the UNESCO-listed Calanques de Piana with their otherworldly red rock formations, and into the majestic Aïtone forest before crossing the Vergio Pass — the highest point on the GT20. The journey ends in Corte, the historic mountain capital of Corsica, perched dramatically above the Restonica gorge.
With five cycling stages that range from gentle coastal rides to one serious mountain day, this tour rewards adventurous cyclists with a side of Corsica most visitors never see.
A spectacular 7-day loop from Eichstätt through the Altmühl Valley and along the Danube. Visit UNESCO Regensburg, cruise through the Danube Gorge to Weltenburg Monastery, and ride car-free paths past Bavarian castles. From €549 pp.
Set sail from the medieval heart of Bruges and cycle your way north through the flat Flemish countryside to Amsterdam. Over eight days, two wheels and two rivers will carry you from the Venice of the North to the capital of canals — with a comfortable barge waiting at every evening's harbour.
Your route follows the Schelde downstream through illuminated Ghent, diamond-rich Antwerp, and the tidal polders of Zeeland before crossing into Holland. The Kinderdijk windmills will mark the turn, and the grand mansions lining the Vecht River will guide you on the final ride into Amsterdam — with a stop at a traditional Dutch cheese farm along the way.
The barge is your floating hotel: spacious cabins, daily breakfast and six-course dinners, packed lunches to fuel the ride. Daily distances average 40–57 km on flat terrain, making this a relaxed adventure suitable for families, couples, and friends of any fitness level.
A car-free ride from Nauders to Verona in 6 days. Bus and train connections skip traffic sections for pure cycling pleasure. From €509 pp in a double room.
Cycle the entire German Moselle from Perl to Koblenz over 7 days and 6 nights. Wind through steep vineyards, medieval towns like Bernkastel-Kues and Cochem, and finish at the iconic Deutsches Eck. From €558 pp.
A delightful 4-day family cycling loop through Piedmont's royal heritage. Ride safe cycle paths from Torino to Venaria's grand palace, across the vast Mandria park, past the medieval lakeside town of Avigliana, and back via the baroque Stupinigi hunting lodge and the scenic Po riverbank.
An 8-day self-guided cycling tour through Denmark covering 273 km of Viking history, fjord coastlines, and island scenery. Ride through Funen and Jutland on quiet Danish cycling paths. From €1,195 per person.
Ride the Drava Cycle Path from Lienz through Carinthia's lake district, circling Lake Millstatt, exploring Villach and the Rosental valley, to finish at warm Lake Klopein. Eight days of gentle cycling with castles, abbeys, and Alpine scenery. From €930 pp.
Ride from Nauders in Austria to Lake Garda in 6 days along the Adige cycle path. Past Lake Reschen, through Bolzano and Trento — mostly downhill. From €469 pp.
A circular tour through the heart of Alto Adige, from the Dolomites to the vineyards. Starting and ending in Bressanone, you will pedal along pristine cycle paths through the Pusteria Valley, past Bolzano and the wine villages of Lake Caldaro, into elegant Merano, and through the orchards of Val Venosta — all on mostly flat terrain that welcomes every cyclist.
A 5-day self-guided cycling tour from Lake Bled to Ljubljana through Slovenia's Julian Alps. Three riding days covering 107 km on quiet roads through alpine valleys, forest plateaus, and medieval towns. From €635 per person.
You'll pedal the legendary Danube Cycle Path as a family, gliding from Linz through the enchanting Wachau Valley to vibrant Vienna. Your kids will love the Celtic Village, the adventure playground at Garten Tulln, and a spin on the iconic Giant Ferris Wheel — while you soak in vineyard panoramas and a scenic boat cruise. Half-board dinners and luggage transfers keep things effortless. From €809 per person.
You will follow the legendary Alpe Adria Cycle Path from the baroque splendour of Salzburg across the Austrian Alps to the sun-drenched shores of Grado on the Adriatic Sea. Pedalling through the Salzach Valley, crossing beneath the Tauern mountains by rail, and gliding along the Drau and Gail rivers, you will discover a route that spans two countries and drops from alpine meadows to Mediterranean lagoons. Historic Villach, the Fella Valley’s car-free railway trail, Renaissance Udine, and the Venetian fortress of Palmanova mark the stages of this unforgettable journey. From €998 per person.
Explore Sweden's south coast at a relaxed pace on this 8-day Sydkustleden cycling tour from Simrishamn to Helsingborg. An extra overnight in Skanör/Falsterbo gives you time to savour the Falsterbo peninsula's beaches and birdwatching before riding into Malmö — 262 km on dedicated cycle paths with luggage transfers.
A 7-day self-guided cycling tour through Umbria's green valley covering 262 km from Assisi. Ride between hilltop towns, olive groves, and Romanesque churches in Italy's spiritual heart. From €565 per person.
An 8-day family cycling tour along the Adige River from South Tyrol to Lake Garda, covering 192 km on flat, car-free cycle paths through orchards and vineyards. Perfect for families with children. From €689 per person.
A weeklong luxury cycling journey through the Loire Valley, discovering its most prestigious châteaux while relaxing each evening in elegant 5-star hotels. From Chambord to Chenonceau, you will ride the Loire à Vélo paths and through the renowned vineyards of Montlouis and Cheverny.
Pedal the full loop of Lake Constance, starting and ending in Bregenz. Over six nights you cross three countries — Austria, Switzerland, and Germany — riding flat, well-marked paths that hug the shoreline almost the entire way. Highlights include the medieval painted facades of Stein am Rhein, a day trip to the thundering Rhine Falls, the garden island of Mainau, and the charming island town of Lindau. The route mixes lakeside nature reserves, vineyard-covered peninsulas, and a short ferry crossing from Konstanz to Meersburg. Luggage moves ahead each day, breakfast is always included, and four dinners round out the package — so you only need to focus on the ride.
Cycle 325 km along the classic Danube path from Passau to Vienna. Glide past the Schlögener Schlinge, through the Wachau wine region and Melk Abbey to the Austrian capital. From €539 pp.
Cycle the Swedish Riviera along Sydkustleden, a 262 km coastal route from Simrishamn to Helsingborg through Skåne's finest beaches, medieval towns and fishing villages. Seven days of relaxed riding on dedicated cycle paths with 3-4 star hotels and daily luggage transfers.
A 7-day self-guided cycling loop from Saint-Malo covering 200 km through Brittany to Mont Saint-Michel. Ride along the Emerald Coast, past medieval villages, and France's most iconic island abbey. From €899 per person.
Cycle around the Arcachon Bay in southwest France, discovering oyster villages, pine forests, and the wild Atlantic coast. A gentle loop through one of France's most unique coastal landscapes.
You'll pedal along the iconic Danube Cycle Path from Passau to Linz, cruising past the legendary Schlögener Loop and through charming Austrian river towns. Your family will enjoy gentle routes, playful detours to nature parks and fairy-tale railways, and a train ride home with memories to last a lifetime. From €449 per person.
Cycle from Schlanders to Lake Garda on the Adige path. 5 days through orchards, castles and vineyards — mostly downhill. From €374 pp in a double room.
Cycle through the green heart of Umbria on this 5-day self-guided tour from Assisi to Spoleto. Pedal past medieval hilltop towns, olive groves and vineyards on quiet country roads — an easy ride perfect for all levels.
Germany's most popular cycle route combination: follow the Fulda and Weser rivers from Fulda to Minden. Seven days of flat, car-free riding past half-timbered towns, UNESCO Corvey Castle, and the Pied Piper town of Hamelin. Return transfer included. From €689 pp.
A 6-day self-guided cycling tour from Orléans to Tours covering 144 km on the Loire à Vélo path. Ride past royal châteaux, vineyards, and riverside villages on flat, family-friendly terrain. From €708 per person.
The relaxed version of Germany's favourite cycling route: eight days from Fulda to Hamelin with shorter daily stages. Enjoy half-timbered towns, UNESCO Corvey Castle, the wild Diemel Valley, and Kassel's baroque Orangery at a comfortable pace. Return transfer included. From €769 pp.
Follow the iconic Loire à Vélo cycling paths from Blois to Tours and discover the greatest châteaux of the Loire Valley. From the majestic Chambord to the elegant Chenonceau, you will ride through gentle countryside, charming villages, and renowned vineyards along the last wild river in Europe.
This is the Loire Valley at its most refined — a cycling journey through the heartland of French Renaissance art, set against a backdrop of vineyards, orchards, and some of the most celebrated châteaux in the world. Every evening, you will retire to a sumptuous 4-star or 5-star château-hotel where history, elegance, and modern comfort blend seamlessly.
Your ride will begin and end in Amboise, the royal town where Leonardo da Vinci spent his final years. From here, you will follow the Loire à Vélo and Indre à Vélo cycling paths through the vineyards of Montlouis, the vibrant half-timbered squares of Tours, and the winding banks of the Indre river to the romantic Château d'Azay-le-Rideau, floating on its mirror of water and greenery.
The route will carry you past Chenonceau — the iconic château spanning the Cher river — through the medieval village of Montrichard, and into the mysterious forests of the Sologne, where the colossal Château de Chambord rises with its 440 rooms and legendary double-helix staircase. A gourmet lunch at the foot of Chambord and two days of spa access at the Château d'Artigny are woven into the journey.
With gentle daily distances of 40 to 55 kilometres on flat to rolling terrain, this tour is designed for those who want to savour every pedal stroke, every glass of Vouvray, and every golden hour spent in a château garden.
Ride Europe's most beloved cycle path from Passau to Vienna on this 8-day self-guided tour. Follow the Danube downstream through the Upper Danube Valley, the Wachau wine region and on to the imperial capital, with comfortable 3 and 4-star hotels and daily luggage transfers throughout.
Ride the Danube from Passau to Vienna at a relaxed pace over 9 days, with shorter daily stages and time to explore Linz, the Wachau, and Tulln's famous gardens. Perfect for those who want to savour the journey, not rush it.
Cycle the Fulda and Weser rivers from Fulda to Minden — 394 km through Germany's most popular long-distance cycling corridor. Flat, car-free paths past half-timbered towns, monasteries, and the UNESCO World Heritage site of Corvey Castle.
A 6-day family cycling tour around Lake Constance covering 140 km across Austria, Germany, and Switzerland. Flat lakeside paths ideal for children — one of Europe's classic family cycling routes. From €662 per person.
Cycle along Brittany's dramatic northern coastline, where wind-sculpted pink granite rocks glow against the Atlantic. From the fishing port of Paimpol, you will ride past sweeping beaches, rugged cliffs, and Celtic villages like Tréguier, before exploring the car-free island paradise of Bréhat.
A wine-lover's cycling escape along the Moselle from Trier to Koblenz in 6 days. Stay in charming wine inns and hotels, enjoy an included wine tasting, and pedal past dramatic river loops and medieval towns. From €485 pp.
A cycling adventure along the lesser-known stretch of the Loire à Vélo, from Nevers to Orléans. You will ride through Sancerre vineyards, past the spectacular canal bridge of Briare, and along quiet towpaths — finishing in Joan of Arc's legendary city.
A week-long cycling journey along the Loire à Vélo from Blois to Saumur — through the heart of the UNESCO-listed Loire Valley. You will pedal past the legendary châteaux of Chambord, Chenonceau, and Villandry, through sun-drenched vineyards and quiet riverside villages.
Cycle around the Arcachon Bay and climb Europe's tallest sand dune. Discover oyster villages, pine forests, Cap Ferret, and the bird reserves of this unique coastal landscape in southwest France.
Cycle the Danube with your family from Linz to Vienna on this 8-day self-guided tour. Flat, easy paths wind through the Wachau wine region while kids enjoy the Celtic Village, Garten Tulln adventure playground and Vienna's iconic Prater amusement park.
Cycle the legendary Danube path from Passau to Vienna in 7 days. This budget-friendly route follows the river through the Schlögener Schlinge, the Wachau wine region, and historic towns — all with luggage transfer and 3-4★ hotels included.
The classic Adige cycle tour from Austria to Verona in 8 days. Ride through South Tyrol, past Lake Garda to the city of Romeo and Juliet — mostly downhill. From €639 pp.
You'll follow the legendary Adige Cycle Path from the Austrian Alps all the way to the Mediterranean shores of Lake Garda. Pedal through apple orchards, past medieval castles and vibrant South Tyrolean towns, descending gently from Nauders to the palm-lined promenades of Riva. From €614 per person.
An 8-day self-guided cycling tour through France's Loire Châteaux country covering 274 km from Blois. Ride past Chambord, Chenonceau, and Amboise on flat riverside paths. Ideal for families. From €924 per person.
Follow the gentle Altmuhl River from the medieval gem of Rothenburg ob der Tauber to the UNESCO World Heritage city of Regensburg on this 289 km self-guided cycling journey through Bavaria's quietest nature park. Six riding days weave past Hohenzollern castles, the Altmuhlsee lake, Roman ruins in Weissenburg, the baroque elegance of Eichstatt, and the dramatic Danube gorge at Kelheim — with a guided Night Watchman tour in Rothenburg and a crystal museum visit in Riedenburg included in the package. Flat to gently rolling terrain on dedicated cycle paths makes this route ideal for leisure cyclists and families looking for a culturally rich, car-free adventure through the heart of Franconia.
Follow the Drava cycle path from the Dolomite foothills of Lienz to the lakeside capital Klagenfurt over 7 nights. Circle Lake Millstätt, ride through Villach and finish with a full loop of iconic Lake Wörthersee.
An 8-day cycling holiday based at Lake Bled with daily rides covering 188 km through Slovenia's Julian Alps. Star-stay format — explore alpine lakes, gorges, and valleys from one base. From €895 per person.
Cross the Alps from Salzburg to Trieste on one of Europe's most celebrated cycling routes. You will ride along the car-free Salzach valley, traverse the dramatic Tauern rail tunnel, glide through the Drava and Gail valleys, and follow the old railway line through the Fella gorge into the Friuli plains. From medieval Villach to Renaissance Palmanova, from the wild lagoon of Grado to the Viennese elegance of Trieste — every day brings a new landscape and a new culture. Nine days, three countries' worth of scenery, one unforgettable ride. From €1,138 per person.
A cycling stay in a charming auberge at the heart of Loire castle country. From Chitenay you will ride to Chambord, Cheverny, Blois, and Chaumont-sur-Loire — four days of Renaissance splendour, vineyard lanes, and fine local gastronomy.
Cross the Alps from Austria to the Adriatic Sea — 313 km from Mallnitz to the sun-drenched lagoon town of Grado. Ride through two countries on the legendary Alpe Adria cycle path, past Villach, Tarvisio, Udine, and Roman Aquileia.
Ride from the Altmühl Lakes to UNESCO Regensburg over 6 days and 5 nights. Follow the car-free Altmühl cycle path through the Franconian nature park, past medieval towns and Roman forts, to the Danube. From €419 pp.
An 8-day cycling holiday based in Bad Goisern with daily rides covering 165 km through Austria's Salzkammergut lake district. Star-stay format — explore alpine lakes and salt mines from one base. From €639 per person.
Ride Sweden's first national cycling route from Helsingborg to Gothenburg along 390 km of stunning west coast scenery. Kattegattleden winds past sandy beaches, rocky cliffs, fishing villages and charming harbour towns over eight days with 3-4 star hotels and daily luggage transfers.
A centre-based cycling tour from the royal town of Amboise through the Touraine vineyards and Loire châteaux. Four days riding to Chenonceau, Chaumont-sur-Loire, and the Vouvray wine country on quiet lanes.
Your two-wheeled adventure in Istria is based in Poreč, one of the most captivating towns on the western Istrian coast. Staying comfortably at the same 4-star hotel throughout, you will set out each day to explore the peninsula's interior: medieval hilltop villages like Grožnjan and Motovun, the dramatic Lim Fjord, olive groves, vineyards, and pristine coastline. A rest day by the sea lets you savour Poreč's beautiful beaches. The final stage takes you south to Rovinj and the Roman amphitheatre of Pula before an evening transfer back to base.
You'll follow the Altmühl Cycle Path from medieval Rothenburg to the episcopal town of Eichstätt, cycling through the Altmühltal Nature Park past Hohenzollern castles, the Altmühlsee lake, and the dramatic V-shaped valleys of the Franconian Alb. From €329 per person.
An easy cycling journey from Tours to Angers along the Loire à Vélo — through the most castle-rich stretch of the valley. You will ride past Villandry, Ussé, and Chinon, through Anjou vineyards, and on to the tapestry fortress of Angers.
An 8-day self-guided cycling tour along the Danube from Linz to Vienna covering 190 km on flat, car-free cycle paths. One of Europe's easiest routes — ideal for families and beginners. From €622 per person.
Cycle through Holland's Green Heart aboard a traditional river barge. Ride from Amsterdam to Kinderdijk's UNESCO windmills, Delft's blue pottery, and the North Sea dunes — eight days of flat, easy riding through the Netherlands' most iconic landscapes.
A scenic 6-night loop through Carinthia's warmest lakes and Alpine valleys, starting and ending in Villach. Cycle around Lake Ossiach, swim in Lake Klopein — Europe's warmest — and cruise the shores of Lake Wörthersee.
A circular cycling tour through Carinthia's stunning lake district, from Spittal/Seeboden past Lake Ossiach, Villach, Lake Wörthersee, Klagenfurt, and back. Seven days exploring Austria's sunniest region with three magnificent lakes. From €814 pp.
The complete Moselle experience in 5 nights — from Roman Trier to the Deutsches Eck in Koblenz. Includes a boat tour, wine tasting, Castle Cochem admission and 241 km of flat riverside cycling through Germany's premier wine region.
Follow the Drava River from the Alpine town of Sillian through Carinthia's most scenic valleys to warm Lake Klopein. Six nights of gentle, mostly downhill cycling past castles, pilgrimage churches, and the charming city of Villach. From €759 pp.
Most of our family tours are designed for children aged 10 and above who can ride a bike independently for 3–4 hours. Some flatter routes (like the Adige Valley) work well for children as young as 8. For younger children, child seats and tag-along bikes can be arranged on request.
Family tours typically cover 25–50 km per day — roughly 2 to 4 hours of riding with plenty of stops. The pace is relaxed, with time for swimming, sightseeing, and ice cream breaks along the way.
Yes. E-bikes (electric-assist bikes) are available on most family tours for an additional fee. They are popular with parents who want to keep up easily while carrying extra supplies or riding with younger children.
Our family routes prioritise dedicated cycle paths and quiet country roads with minimal traffic. Routes like the Adige Valley and Trabocchi Coast follow converted railway lines that are completely car-free.
Many of our family tours offer reduced rates for children, typically 20–50% off the adult price depending on age. The exact discount is shown on each tour page when you request a quote. Children under 3 sharing a room with parents often travel free.
All tours include hotel accommodation with breakfast, daily luggage transfer between hotels, bikes fitted to each rider’s size (including children’s bikes), GPS route files, printed route notes with family-friendly restaurant and activity recommendations, and 24/7 phone support.
Yes, most tour operators can arrange child seats (for toddlers), tag-along bikes (for children aged 4–8), and children’s bikes in various sizes. Let us know the ages and heights of your children when you request a quote, and we will confirm availability.