We have a flexible cancelation policy – please take a look at our cancellation policy at the time of booking. If you have any doubts please reach out and we’re happy to help.
Scheduled
6 nights
Advanced
458 km
7850 m
Ride coast-to-coast through the beautiful English countryside and discover the county that hosted the 2014 Tour de France Grand Départ and the 2019 world championships.
Start on the east coast of England in the picturesque village of Robin Hood’s Bay & a gentle spin to the fishing town of Whitby. Ride west from here across the Yorkshire Moors and into the stunning Yorkshire Dales, tackle Fleet Moss, take on the brutal lane to Dent and marvel at the Ribblehead viaduct. Continue west to the Lake District, taste Kendal mint cake, climb the notorious Hard Knott pass & celebrate our coast to coast adventure at a traditional English country pub.
There will be craft beer in English pubs, afternoon tea in quintessential English tearooms, fish & chips, pub lunches (includes, pies, roast, Yorkhire puddings), the best tea in the world on tap and a whole lot of incredible riding.
Road
Advanced
75 km
3 h 45 min
The east coast - visit Robin Hood's Bay & the home of Dracula, Whitby
Discover the contrasting landscapes of the Yorkshire Moors, the Yorkshire Dales & the Lake District
Take on the climbs to Buttertubs Pass & Fleet Moss
See the Victorian Ribblehead Viaduct
Suffer up the Wrynose & Hardnott Pass, two of the toughest climbs in the UK
Travel across Lake Windermere on the ferry
Taste the delights of English tearooms & visit Wensleydale Creamery
Rated 3 out of 4 our Advanced tours are designed for people who ride regularly and want back to back challenging days on the bike. Riders should be confident riding in a small group, comfortable on extended climbs (at your own pace) and have good bike handling skills on corners and descents. E-bikes are available on all of our tours.
Enjoy small group sizes and professional, personal support all week from your guides & support vehicle.
We work with an industry leading guide to guest ratio – expect up to 4 guests per guide on the trip with guides leading the way on the road and a support vehicle close by at all times.
The ride support vehicle is stocked with natural ride nutrition, electrolytes and water, as well as a full set of tools to resolve any mechanicals. On selected days the support crew will serve a delicious picnic lunch in a scenic location en route. Enjoy local foods chosen to keep you feeling energized and healthy.
Eat Sleep Cycle guides are experienced riders from all walks of life united by a love of cycling who’ll help to keep the group safe, motivated and savouring the trip of a lifetime.
All guests will receive access to our digital Road Book and routes, giving everyone the flexibility to ride at their own pace.
Located at picturesque Robin Hood’s Bay near Whitby on the North Yorkshire Heritage Coast.
A spa hotel in the village of Helmsley. Unwind in the heated outdoor pool & hot tub.
Enjoy a night on top of the world at England’s highest pub!
The Traddock is a small family run country house hotel, dedicated to offering guests the best the Yorkshire Dales have to offer – top quality produce and cooking, warm welcoming hospitality and a relaxing and homely place to rest and recharge
Stay in a wonderful country pub in Barnsgate, perfectly located for riding in the stunning Lake District.
Louise is a founding partner and leads the development of our cycling tours & experiences. After graduating from Kings College London with an MA in Theatre & Performance, Louise worked in the sustainability department at the London School of Economics before landing her dream job at Global Action Plan, a charity focused on environmental behaviour change. A love of cycling led to a life change and move to Girona, where Eat Sleep Cycle was born!
Arrive to Leeds Airport or London Airports, travel by train to York
Arrivals Hall, York Train Station
11:00
Lancaster Train Station (book a train after 12 noon)
Fully supported
6 nights, Boutique Hotel Accommodations
Full board - Breakfast, lunch every day, evening meals
Group transfers included
Not included - available from local partners on request
Do not underestimate the beauty of the British and Irish countryside, rich in rolling green hills, dramatic coastlines and quiet back roads that stretch as far as the eye can see. Discover some of the British Isles most stunning scenery and most enjoyable terrain on two wheels, including the Lake District, the Yorkshire Dales and Robin’s Hood Bay, steeped in beauty and legend. Choose spring, summer and autumn tours for the best riding conditions in the UK and Ireland.
A 30% deposit will secure your place on the tour
The final balance is due 90 days before the tour departs
We have a flexible cancelation policy – please take a look at our cancellation policy at the time of booking. If you have any doubts please reach out and we’re happy to help.
We rate our tours from Level 1 (Leisure) to Level 4 (Epic). Each tour contains a description of the level, expected daily ride time, distance and elevation. If you have any doubts we’re more that happy to speak to you on the phone and help to find you the perfect trip!
We recommend that you hire a bike for your tour and will work with you after you book to help you to choose the best size and model for your ride style. If you prefer to bring your bike, it’s no problem. Please be aware that on some of our epic trips we charge a supplement to transport your bike box to our finishing location. If you have any doubts, please ask!
Insurance is not included in our tour packages. We highly recommend contracting travel insurance at the time of reservation with a company from where you are from.
Health insurance which covers you for illness or injury whilst cycling in your chosen destination is mandatory, we’ll ask you for details of your insurance providor before you travel.
