Gourmet Cycling Travel

We begin the journey an ancient stone's throw away from Saint √√¢milion, a UNESCO World Heritage site. The village itself is a wine & history lover's paradise, the shopping plentiful and the architecture extremely well preserved. Aside from the wine and food, we'll make sure to explore the famous XI century Monolithic Church and other historic monuments.

Next we'll make our way to the French Basque country. For centuries the ruling families of Europe have been coming to this region to relax and enjoy its 'lost in time' feel. The foothills of the Pyrenees are a land of traditional cuisine, coastal vistas and incredible riding.

The final part of our trip takes us to Spain and the Basque city of San Sebastian, touted as being one of the best food cities in the world and having more Michelin stars per capita than any other city, even Paris. Try one of the famous pintxos (tapas from the Basque Country) between days filled with easy pedaling through the vines and seascapes. For our last evening we'll dine in a Michelin starred restaurant, enjoying the camaraderie shared over the course of this sumptuous week.

It is easy to see why as it served as inspiration to great artists such as Dali, Picasso and Gaudi, was fought over by the Romans, Moors, Visigoths and the Spanish crown, and today boasts a culinary revolution that has changed the way the world sees food.

Visit sleepy hilltop villages crafted by Roman artisans and ancient Iberian walled towns, sleep in charming family run hotels and historic castles and delight your senses with the famed Catalan Cuisine nightly!

Experience the the Giro d'Italia and 4 of its best stages of the final week! Guided by former pros and grand tour stage winners!

Why choose GCT? Our trips are guided by former professional cyclists and our own in-house chef & sommelier. All rides are lead by grand tour stage winner Angelo Furlan together with former pro Simon Kessler. We have the expertise and knowledge to take you on your 'bucket list' rides with pro level coaching and support.

The Giro d'Italia official bike tour itinerary will be announced at the end of October (once the race organizers unveil the route).

Just as our days are exciting, our nights are relaxing as we enjoy sumptuous dinners and stay in elegant hotels; from private castles to luxury rooms cut right into the stone hills, here life is art.

Longstanding playground of the French royalty, a land with history around every bend and wines fit to match its noble culture, the Loire Valley welcomes you. Explore this fairytale setting in the best fashion possible, on two wheels! Cycle across meandering rivers from one wine region to the next, through shady forests and to stunning hilltop castles.

Enjoy delicious local cuisine and rich Chateauneuf-du-Pape wines.

On this, our signature trip, we spend unforgettable days riding across the Rhône river valley, through multiple renowned wine regions, past shimmering groves of olive trees and over the lavender hills of the Luberon. Discover with us the natural riches of Provence where every few miles the landscape changes into ever more breathtaking views and where locally grown wines and freshly grown foods grace every table. Through it all we explore and we enjoy, savoring how time has slowed down as we are immersed in the wonders of Provence.

Our 2020 tour brings you to 3 LIVE stage viewings including the Queen mountain stage finish up the Col de Loze, the stage start in Meribel and the final stage in Paris.

Our passion-driven tour company offers you smaller group sizes and a higher level of service with multiple on-the-bike guides, following van support, and non-cyclist guides. Tour company owners: Simon Kessler, former professional cyclist, and international cycling coach, leads the cycling on tour while Chef Jon, with Michelin star chef experience and years in the wine world, leads our non-cycling activities and organizes our gourmet experiences.

Come bask in the light that artists have put to canvass for centuries, pedal through the vineyards of Italy's most famous wine regions and enjoy the fabulous food culture that comes from these noble hills.

Our Tuscany tour begins in the shade of the charming village of Montefollonico (with a beautiful view of Montepulciano and set amongst its Nobile grapevines) and winds it's way through the white stone Strada Bianchi towards Buonconvento, rated as 'One of the Most Beautiful Villages of Italy'. From here, we venture deep into wine country and our wine producing Agriturismo villa in Montalcino. Our days begin with delectable Tuscan breakfasts before cycling to cultural, culinary and of course gourmet activities, then back to the hotel for a little sun basking poolside or to check out a bit of the local shopping before dinner and a taste of the exciting local cuisine.