Cycling Burgundy’s Vineyards Few places on Earth offer the magnificent scenery, fascinating culture and rich history like the Burgundy region of France. And with a breathtaking backdrop of lush, green forests, blissful canals and waterways, enchanting chateaux and seemingly endless natural trails, Burgundy also happens to be one of the best places in the world to cycle. In fact, the vineyards of Burgundy remain among the top destinations for cycling enthusiasts...Read More
Guest post contributed by Caroline Warburton, Wild Scotland Scotland is a land of myths, legends and historic tales, but Scotland is also a land of breathtaking scenery, great hospitality and some fantastic road and off-road cycling. Wild Scotland is only a stone’s throw from the main cities of Glasgow and Edinburgh, and once beyond the cities’ boundaries, the roads are quiet. In fact, once you’re off the beaten track you may...Read More
Puglia (Apulia): you may have heard of it, but where is it? This region of Italy is found in the “boot heel” area of Italy and on your self-guided tour of this region you will more or less follow the coast from the inland town of Conversano and go to Otranto. The routes along the rolling hills of Puglia are no longer than 50KM per day, which means that you can...Read More
At Pure Adventures, we are proud to say that we’ve been “green” before it was considered trendy. At our head office, we opt for e-mail over snail-mail, use cloud storage and electronic document sharing to help diminish paper printing and storage. In 1997, we went to an E-brochure only presentation method in 1997 (our detailed website at www.pureadventures.com) then eliminated paper brochures and mailings in 2002. Over the years we have contributed...Read More
Share your Postcard Moment and you could Win a Cycling Trip for Two! Some of the best travel experiences seem to just happen. They are not planed, not on the itinerary or talked about in the brochure. They happen when we allow ourselves to let go and become immersed in our surroundings. Only then does the true character of a place reveal itself and only then can we stop visiting a destination...Read More
Europe’s self-guided, active travel leader, Pure Adventures, designs game plans for adventurous cycling vacations throughout Europe and the UK, suggests that one way to get into the heart of a country is to drop into a local festival. In the case of Italy, it might be a culinary feast, or, this summer in Ireland, a return to emerald roots at the summer-long event dubbed, The Gathering. “Because you’re on your own...Read More
Lavender in Provence When one envisions Provence, they often picture vineyards, sidewalk cafes and sleepy villages whose residents enjoy a slower of pace of life. Provence is all of that and more. Enjoy long, leisurely lunches under the shade of ancient oak trees, quiet walks along cobblestone streets, and visit peaceful villages with friendly, welcoming locals. The food, the wine, the atmosphere – there’s so much to love about this beautiful...Read More
After seven days of cycling along the Danube in our Hungary tour, you’ll have the luxury of overnighting in Budapest on the final tour date. Whether you prefer the quiet sophistication of classical music and museums or a raucous night on the town, Budapest will satisfy all of your senses. Sight Housing central Europe’s second largest collection of Egyptian art, Budapest’s Museum of Fine Arts is a must see for art...Read More
La Roque Gageac Located in the Aquitaine region in the Dordogne department of France, La Roque Gageac offers a magical, picturesque and unforgettable setting that welcomes visitors from across the globe. Ideally situated directly beside the Dordogne River, one of the most incredible sights to behold in La Roque is the many of the houses that are built directly into the face of the massive cliff that overhangs the village. ...Read More
