The Grand Canyon is like no other place on earth. Absolutely epic in every way, from the number of visitors (nearly 5 million a year) to it’s ancient geological history (2 billion years worth) Arizona’s Grand Canyon is a dream hiking destination. “It’s easy to think of the canyon as a hole in the ground, but when you’re there it’s so much more. Be ready to be blown away,” enthuses hiker John Soltys....Read More
The Dalmatian Coast – this is the place in Croatia that is most known! Lots of coastline and access to literally hundreds of islands just a short boat ride away. The mainland coast is dotted with historical towns, cities, and villages, but the country is very narrow and so visiting the islands is absolutely part of a visit to the Dalmatian Coast. The Split to Dubrovnik Croatia Bike Tour offers ample opportunities...Read More
Spain continues to be one of Pure Adventures’ most popular cycling destinations, with tours offering flat to rolling countryside, charming villages, vineyards, castles, Roman history, and museums. Majorca (Mallorca in Spanish) is the largest of the Balearic Islands, its 310 mile long coastline a draw for millions of sun worshipers every year. But there’s more to Majorca than beaches. Ensaimadas Traditionally filled with ‘cabello de ángel’ (pumpkin strands in syrup), ensaimadas are a...Read More
What started as an Italian tradition of cyclists gathering to ride together for a day has transformed into one of North America’s fastest growing bicycling trends. Gran fondos are organized group rides – ranging from short rides for beginners to epic mountainous adventures for pros – and all rides offer something for everyone. As bicycling grows in popularity, cyclists are looking for ways to challenge their skills that doesn’t include racing....Read More
It’s a perfect date… going Dutch! And nothing could be more Dutch, more perfect, than a care-free bicycle adventure! Holland is regarded as the world’s most bike friendly country – boasting three times as many bikes than cars! By viewing Holland on two wheels, you’ll have easy access to see what this extraordinary country has to offer. Pure Adventures’ Holland – Dutch Highlights Bike Tour winds through the picturesque countryside and we even redesigned...Read More
Self-guided cycling and hiking vacations are the original green travel holiday, especially when you book with Pure Adventures. By its very nature; a self-guided program uses less energy because less vehicle support is required. Pure Adventures chooses eco-friendly hotels when available, and adheres to eco-friendly policies including electronic communications, cloud storage systems and document sharing help diminish paper printing and storage. Over our history Pure Adventures has made donations supporting sustainable travel...Read More
Pure Adventures self-guided cycling tours allow travelers the opportunity to experience a region’s cuisine and restaurants at their own pace and taste, unlike group tours that may choose dining options for you. With a culture rich in gastronomy and Spain offers unrivaled restaurant choices – and sometimes it is hard to know where to go! With local expert and Pure Adventures guide Bo Lohmann residing in Girona, the guess-work of picking...Read More
At Pure Adventures, we live and breathe mountain biking. Everything from our specially designed self-guided tours for mountain bikers to our staff and guides boasts our commitment to providing travelers with an authentic and exciting mountain biking vacation. For example, did you know our guides are pro mountain bike racers and Pure Adventures founder Loren Siekman races Cat 1 Masters? The trails on our US self-guided tours in Sedona, the Grand...Read More
Often called the quintessential English region, the Cotswolds is a picturesque range of hills in southwestern and west-central England, roughly 25 miles across and 90 miles long. During Pure Adventures’ newest self-guided hybrid bike cycling tour every day has a highlight, from the discovery of Neolithic and Bronze Age monuments, to the romantic water gardens at Sezincote and the Brailes, an area mentioned in the Domesday Book. You will be cycling through many iconic...Read More
