Level 4 and 4.5 tours

Eat miles for breakfast

Level 4 – 4.5 tours are for passionate cyclists or very active individuals. This level tour is great for cyclists looking to stay in shape and pedal hard as they travel across regions or countries. Level 4 – 4.5 tours cover 60-90km daily with 2,800-3,600 ft of gain. Cyclists on a level 4 – 4.5 bicycle tour can expect multiple climbs, some climbs might be short and steep (6-8% for 1-3 km) while others may be sustained (6+ km) at a 4-6% grade. 

  • Average daily mileage: 60-90km. Be sure to check the day by day itinerary description for the tour you are considering for specific mileages. 
  • Terrain: Presents multiple steep climbs (6% – 8% grades), 1 – 3km long. Alternatively, 4 – 6% grades for 6 kilometers or more. 

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The island of Corsica offers spectacular coastal and mountain bicycling

Cycling Corsica Plus! Beaches and Bonifacio

A tour leader favorite! The birthplace of Napoleon is a cyclist’s dream some true.
11 days
From USD$6495
Classic Level 4.0
  • May 07, 2025 – May 17, 2025
      Only 2 e-hybrid bikes available. 

Views on a bike tour of the Camino de Santiago - the Meseta in Spain

Cycling the Camino de Santiago – León to Santiago

Enjoy an 8 day bike tour on the historic Camino de Santiago pedaling from León to Santiago de Compostela. With over 800 years of history, this pilgrimage is the trip of a lifetime.
8 days
From USD$4695
Classic Level 4.0
  • May 23, 2025 – May 30, 2025

  • Jun 13, 2025 – Jun 20, 2025
    2 more to guarantee the departure.   

  • Aug 22, 2025 – Aug 29, 2025

Cycling Krakow to Slovakia Plus! Budapest

Pedal the Carpathian Mountains and follow the ancient “Amber Route” that connected the Baltic Sea with the Adriatic as you pedal from Krakow, Poland to Budapest, Hungary.
13 days
From USD$5550
Classic Level 4.0
  • Jun 13, 2025 – Jun 25, 2025

Cycling Corsica, France

Cycling Corsica

A new 8-day version of a classic – featuring colorful markets, cobalt blue seas, rich chestnut forests and towering mountains.
8 days
From USD$4995
Classic Level 4.0
  • May 07, 2025 – May 14, 2025
      Only 2 e-hybrid bikes available.

Bicycling Northern Argentina

Join us and ride a part of the famous Inca Trail, a major trade and cultural route between Buenos Aires, Bolivia and Peru. Great paved roads lead to Incan ruins, deserts, cloudforest and fabulous wine country.
8 days
From USD$3745
Classic Level 4.0
    No dates currently scheduled.
    Private departures available.
Guided cycling in northern argentina near the salt flats

Bicycling Northern Argentina Plus! Ruins of Quilmes

Come bicycle through lush valleys, stopping to explore Incan ruins, deserts, cloudforest, and wine country. This Plus! tour includes a stop at the famous ruins of Quilmes.
12 days
From USD$4845
Classic Level 4.0
    No dates currently scheduled.
    Private departures available.
Andalucia Cycling Cordoba to Granada

Andalucia Cycling: Córdoba to Granada in 8 days

Bicycle from Córdoba to Granada in Andalucia, Spain and enjoy flamenco, olive groves and historic hotels on this beautiful bicycle tour.
8 days
From USD$4650
Classic Level 4.0
  • May 14, 2025 – May 21, 2025
    Departure confirmed to go!

  • Oct 08, 2025 – Oct 15, 2025
    Departure confirmed to go!  

Cycling Italy's Dolomites!

Cycling Italy’s Dolomites

An outdoor playground featuring spectacular limestone mountain scenery.
8 days
From USD$5095
Classic Level 4.0
  • Jun 30, 2025 – Jul 07, 2025

Cycling Italy's Dolomites Plus! the Sella Ronda

Cycling Italy’s Dolomites Plus! the Sella Ronda

Jaw dropping landscapes and the chance to ride the famous 4 passes of the Sella Massif!
11 days
From USD$6495
Classic Level 4.5
  • Jun 30, 2025 – Jul 10, 2025

Bicycle the Azores with ExperiencePlus

Gravel Explorer: Cycling the Azores

Cycle the rugged and stunning coastline, quiet back roads, verdant hills and lush valleys and forests of the Azore’s São Miguel Island from east to west. Experience the magical thermal hotspot of Furnas, cycle up and over the base of Pico de Vara and west through fishing villages on the north coast, climb the breathtaking Sete Cidades caldera and descend into its and volcanic lakes.
7 days
From USD$3495
Gravel Explorer Level 4.0
  • May 01, 2025 – May 07, 2025
    Dates are tentative.

  • Oct 05, 2025 – Oct 11, 2025
    Dates are tentative.

Alpine Arc

Alpine Arc Expedition: Lyon to Ljubljana

Geographers and hydrologists have divided Europe’s alps into 36 mountain regions and pre-Alpine formations. This bicycle expedition takes you through and along 16 of those regions incorporating several glaciated valleys for easy rides while alternating with challenging mountain passes and Italy’s scenic Lake District. 
23 days
From USD$11595
Expedition Level 4.5
  • Jul 06, 2025 – Jul 28, 2025
    2 more to confirm the departure. No Recycle Credit spaces available.   

2025 Expedition: Bike Across Britain: Land’s End to John O’Groats

A 3 week ride from south to north, pedaling through 3 countries (England, Wales, Scotland) on an expedition not to be missed!
22 days
From TBA
Expedition Level 4.0
  • Aug 02, 2025 – Aug 23, 2025
    Dates may shift by a few days.  Re-Cycle discounts no longer available.