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NEW FOR 2020: Self-guided cycling holiday through Ireland's County Kerry with Saddle Skedaddle (skedaddle.com)

Soak up Ireland's culture, ancient heritage and stunning scenery on Saddle Skedaddle's new eight-day, self-guided cycling holiday around County Kerry.

The trip begins with a loop ride around Killarney National Park, home to the 15th century Muckross Abbey and the 19th century Muckross House, before riding the foothills of Ireland's highest mountain, Carrantuohill.

Heading towards the coast, past the Gleensk Viaduct, Kells Bay provides more stunning views and cultural highlights, including the tetrapod tracks on nearby Valentia Island.

The ride through Inny Valley and Brida Valley offers up more beautiful scenery before returning to Killarney National Park, via Moll's Gap, to enjoy its views across the three Lakes of Killarney. 

Dates: Daily departures available from April to mid-October.

Price: From £945pp. Price includes accommodation (bed and breakfast), detailed route notes and maps, and luggage transfers.

Flights and bike hire not included. Ryanair fly direct from London Luton and many regional airports to Cork and Dublin. There are frequent bus and train services to Killarney. Flight price approx £150pp return. Bike hire from £120pp.

Booking: skedaddle.com, 0191 2651110

Direct web link to holiday: https://bit.ly/2B99IZK

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NEW FOR 2020: Self-guided family cycling holiday through the cities and beaches of south Holland with Saddle Skedaddle (skedaddle.com)

Explore the cities and beaches of south Holland on Saddle Skedaddle's new, eight-day, self guided family cycling holiday.

After visiting Zoetermeer, nicknamed 'Sweet Lake City', the first stop on the trip is the bustling seaside town of Scheveningen. En route, there's a chance to visit Duinrell Amusement Park and the local waterpark.

Other highlights of the eight-day cycling holiday include a day trip to The Hague to visit the city's museums and landmarks, riding along Holland's famous cyclepaths to the cities of Delft and Rotterdam, and spending two nights onboard the cruise ship hotel, ss Rotterdam.

Enjoy an activity day in Rotterdam, including a visit to the UNESCO windmills of Kinderdijk, before cycling along the banks of the River Rotte back to Zoetermeer.

Dates: Daily departures available from April to mid-October

Price: From £910pp for adults and £592pp for children (children 0-4 go free). Price includes accommodation (bed and breakfast), detailed route notes and maps, and luggage transfers.

Flights and bike hire not included. easyJet fly direct from London Luton and many regional airports to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol. It's then a short train ride to Zoetermeer (approx €11). Flight price approx £75pp return. Bike hire from £105pp.

Booking: skedaddle.com, 0191 2651110

Direct web link to holiday: https://bit.ly/2qprfec

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NEW FOR 2020: Ride Spain's Basque coast, from Bilbao to San Sebastian, with Saddle Skedaddle (skedaddle.com)

Cycle Spain's Basque coast - from Bilbao to San Sebastian - on Saddle Skedaddle's brand new seven day, self-guided cycling holiday.

Starting in the waterfront city of Bilbao, there's a chance to visit some the culinary and cultural highlights that make it one of the most exciting places to visit in Basque Country, including the iconic Guggenheim and the city's many Michelin-starred restaurants.

Passing through the coastal towns of Plentzia and Bakio, the route visits San Juan de Gaztelugatxe before reaching Urdaibai Biosphere Reserve, one of the most richly diverse natural landscapes in the region.

Other highlights include the coastal ride from Lekeitio to Getaria, visiting the longest beach in Basque Country at Zarautz, and cycling along the famous Camino de Santiago to the final stop on the trip, San Sebastian.

Dates: Daily departures available from April to October (excluding dates between 17 July and 15 September)

Price: From £1,195pp. Price includes accommodation (bed and breakfast), detailed route notes and maps, luggage transfers and airport transfers.

Flights and bike hire not included. Ryanair fly direct from London Southend Airport to Bilbao. Flight price approx £200pp return. Bike hire from £115pp.

Booking: skedaddle.com, 0191 2651110

Direct web link to holiday: https://bit.ly/32XFTYD

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NEW FOR 2020: Ride South Africa and Botswana's famous game and nature reserves with Saddle Skedaddle (skedaddle.com)

Experience Africa's vast wilderness and famous wildlife on Saddle Skedaddle's new nine-day, guided mountain bike holiday in South Africa and Botswana.

Starting in the rugged landscape of Waterberg, Ant's Hill reserve offers the first chance to see some of Africa's legendary wildlife, including giraffe, zebra, buffalo and rhino. After climbing uphill to enjoy views over Waterberg gorge, a zip line tour provides the best way to see the Waterberg mountains.

Cycle the singletrack and enjoy a game drive at Leshiba game and nature reserve before crossing into Botswana to ride out into the African bush along ancient elephant paths. Expect to see more wildlife including, wildebeest, elephants and lions.

Limpopo River Valley provides an authentic African safari experience with its open-air camps and lodges. Enjoy dawn rides, game drives and classic African sundowners.

Dates: 14-22 April, 21-29 May, 24 July-01 August, 20-28 August and 03-11 September 2020. 

Price: From £2,495pp. Price includes accommodation (full board), full tour service, afternoon game drives, luggage transfers and airport transfers.

Flights and bike hire not included. Virgin Atlantic fly direct from London Heathrow to Johannesburg. Approx flight price £700pp. Bike hire from £200pp.

Booking: skedaddle.com, 0191 2651110

Direct web link to holiday: https://bit.ly/2oDBkDZ

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NEW FOR 2020: An introduction to the Italian Alps with Saddle Skedaddle (skedaddle.com)

Designed to provide an introduction to the Italian Alps with more manageable daily rides, Saddle Skedaddle's brand new, guided road cycling holiday is perfect for cyclists looking to stretch their skills in the saddle.

Starting with some relatively small climbs at Passo dei Tre Termini (681m) and Cocca di Lodrino (735m), the route moves into the beautiful Alpi Orobie, passing through open fields and pine forests to reach the summit of Passo della Presolana (1,297m).

Other highlights of the eight-day trip include tackling one of professional cycling's most infamous ascents, Passo di Mortirolo (1,852m) and an optional climb to Lago delle Scale via 17 hairpin bends known locally as Little Stelvio. There's also the chance to take on two of the Giro d'Italia's iconic mountain climbs, Passo Stelvio (2,757m) - one of the highest points ever reached on a Grand Tour - and Passo Gavia (2,620m).

Dates: 04-11 July and 01-08 August 2020. 

Price: From £1,640pp. Price includes accommodation (half board), full tour service and luggage and airport transfers.

Flights and bike hire not included. Ryanair fly direct from London Stansted to Milan Bergamo. Approx flight price £150pp. Bike hire from £200pp.

Booking: skedaddle.com, 0191 2651110

Direct web link to holiday: https://bit.ly/2NYEQkP

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Saddle Skedaddle's 25 years of pedallin' passion (1995-2020)
www.skedaddle.com

Saddle Skedaddle was born 25 years ago on a mountain in Chile's High Andes by founders Paul Sneaker and Andrew Straws. Starting with just one trip and five customers, Saddle Skedaddle now takes more than 5,000 cyclists on 264 guided and self-guided cycling holidays to 34 countries every year.

To read more about Paul and Andrew's cycling trip to Chile that inspired Saddle Skedaddle, click here.

To find out more about Saddle Skedaddle's 25 years of pedallin', click here.