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We are a generation of explorers but we live in a time where you can hop on a plane and arrive in a new country within a matter of hours. What if there was a better way to explore?

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At Zero Carbon Adventures we are all about the journey, rather than the destination. Our rides start and finish in beautiful places but our main focus is on all the hidden gems in between, from quaint villages and local markets, to spectacular views and local folklore, and the best way to see it all is by bike!

Our expert team have carefully crafted each route and our guides are always on hand to make sure you have the best holiday possible. You enjoy the cycling and leave the rest to us.

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[ DESTINATIONS ]

UK and Spain bike tours

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Ayr, Ayrshire Scotland
Distance: 200 miles • Difficulty: Intermediate

Scotland Coast to Coast

Most people assume you have to travel up to the highlands for a holiday in Scotland. What they don’t realise, is that just a few miles south of the central belt lies a land with some of the most stunning landscapes in the whole of the UK. We have managed to link up the most exciting routes which take you all the way from the east coast to the west coast.

Upcoming tour dates:

  • 21st - 26th of June 2027

  • 28th - 3rd of July 2027

  • 16th - 21st of August 2027 (Wild edition)

  • 23rd - 28th of August 2027

⤷ View Itinerary
Two cyclists wearing helmets and cycling gear riding mountain bikes past green trees with a lake and hills in the background.
View of a lake and green hills under a blue sky with clouds, seen from behind a bicycle and a person pointing into the distance.
Two cyclists riding on a dirt trail through a lush green valley, surrounded by rolling hills and mountains.
A person riding a bicycle along a dirt trail in a mountainous landscape under a bright, slightly hazy sky with the sun shining.

Picos de Europa, Spain
Distance: 260 miles • Difficulty: Challenging

Plymouth to Picos

In Northern Spain a few miles inland lie some of the most idyllic towns largely untouched and forgotten by the traditional tourist trail. Here locals live amongst the mountains and a true Spanish culture flourishes.

Established in 1918 as Spain’s first national park, the Picos de Europa is a rare mountain sanctuary where traditional villages and resident farming communities continue to thrive within its borders.

The area boasts an extensive network of quiet roads, mountain passes, and rugged gravel tracks.

This 10 day trip soaks up the untold magic of this region, expect glorious vistas, delicious local delicacies and endless adventure, underneath the Spanish sun.

Upcoming tour dates:

  • 18th - 27th of May 2027

  • 14th - 23rd of September 2027

⤷ View Itinerary
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A dirt mountain road winding through a landscape with green trees and rocky white mountains under a clear blue sky.
A white outdoor table with three cups of coffee, a can of soda, a glass with lemon slices, and various utensils and papers, with shadows and sunlight on the table.
A woman in cycling gear smiling while holding an energy gel, standing with her bike on a scenic hillside path with rolling green hills and a partly cloudy sky in the background.

Dartmoor Weekender

Dartmoor National Park, England
Distance: 80 miles • Difficulty: Beginner

A weekend cycling tour in the only remaining wilderness in England. Expect long winding roads, wild horses and hearty pub lunches. This area has some of the best scenery in the UK and you will be amazed at how much you can see in two days!

Upcoming dates:

  • 11th - 13th of June 2027

  • 18th - 20th of June 2027

  • 9th - 11th of July 2027 (Wild edition)

  • 16th - 18th of July 2027

⤷ View Itinerary
A group of cyclists standing on the side of a road, waving at the camera, with green hills and a partly cloudy sky in the background.
A man biking on a gravel trail in a rural area, wearing a helmet and an orange shirt, with open fields and cloudy sky in the background.
A group of people sitting around a wooden table in a cozy restaurant with wooden ceilings. They are smiling, enjoying food and drinks. There are various dishes and glasses on the table, and some electronics are visible. The restaurant has hanging lights and decor including bikes and pine cones.
⤷ Full Calendar

While our tours prioritise the luxury side of bike touring, we also offer Wild editions where we camp under the stars.

Upcoming Wild tour dates:

  • Dartmoor Weekender: 9th - 11th July 2027

  • Scotland Coast to Coast: 16th - 22nd August 2027

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⤷ Go wild!