Planning your next cycling or hiking adventure is thrilling—but choosing the right tour for your fitness level is essential to making it unforgettable for all the right reasons. At Pure Adventures, we’ve designed a clear and consistent difficulty rating system to help you match your goals, experience, and physical readiness with the perfect itinerary. Whether...Read More
Tucked between the Adriatic Sea and the rugged peaks of the Balkans, Montenegro is quietly emerging as one of Europe’s most thrilling cycling destinations. With dramatic landscapes, rich cultural heritage, and a coastline that rivals its more famous neighbors, this hidden gem offers everything a cyclist could dream of—and more. And the best part? We’ll...Read More
If you’re in your 30s or 40s, chances are you’ve outgrown the backpacker hostels and whirlwind party tours—but you’re nowhere near ready to settle for cookie-cutter vacations. You crave something deeper. Something wilder. Something that makes your heart race and your soul sing. Welcome to the golden age of adventure travel. 🚴 Why Adventure Travel...Read More
Europe is a treasure trove of history, culture, and breathtaking landscapes. While major cities like Paris, Rome, and Barcelona offer iconic sights and vibrant urban experiences, sometimes the best way to truly connect with a destination is to step beyond the city limits. That’s where Pure Adventures’ short tours come in—offering the perfect blend of...Read More
Planning the perfect European getaway can be overwhelming—so many incredible destinations, so little time! To take the guesswork out of deciding where to go this year, we’ve tapped into the expertise of seasoned travel professionals, scoured the latest industry reports, and consulted emerging travel trends for 2025. The result? A carefully curated list of Europe’s...Read More
Do you have a milestone birthday on the horizon? Are you asking yourself, “Where should I celebrate my 50th birthday” or another special occasion? Let us create an unforgettable adventure to honor you — because you deserve it! Here’s Our Top 5 Birthday Trip Ideas for Every Traveler: When you’re celebrating a milestone or simply...Read More
Dear Canada, At Pure Adventures, we are deeply saddened by the state of the world today. These are challenging times, and as a small, US-based company with team members in the US, Canada, and Mexico, we feel the weight of recent events. Our small team of passionate tour experts and marketing professionals – located across...Read More
What are Privately Guided Tours? While you may be familiar with guided group tours and self-guided travel, what does a privately guided tour actually mean? How is private guided travel different from a group tour? We’ll break it down, the way Pure Adventures defines it, so you can see why privately guided is the premier...Read More
Here at Pure Adventures, we have been watching travel trends for a long time – it’s what we do, and it’s safe to say that Slovenia is the “new Croatia,” an undiscovered gem similar to Croatia circa 2010. (Think gorgeous scenery, delicious cuisine, and a destination not yet completely overrun with tourists.) Simply put, if...Read More
Always Be Planning! Your next self-guided bike tour vacation, that is! “My husband and I have done 3 self-guided tours (Cordoba-Granada, Puglia, and Normandy) and we convinced another couple to join us for 2 of them. We’re now planning 3 more! Every trip was perfect beyond expectations – great routes, charming hotels, excellent staff support...Read More
