Extend Your Stay

India is an over-the-top experience for all the senses, bright colours, constant noise, strong flavours, heat and cold. The cycle routes provided a wonderful opportunity to explore a wide variety of landscapes and lifestyles — farmland, plantations, villages and small cities. We experienced the busyness of the traffic and the quiet of the beaches. Shibu was a wonderful guide who answered all our questions and explained the economic activities of the backwaters of Kerala. The challenges of this route include the heat and humidity combined with the long distances in the coastal section of the trip, and the demands of intense traffic conditions and poor roads on some days. The climb up Ooti is challenging, but accounts for only 90 minutes of one day. I used an e-bike for the first time on this trip and it would have been helpful except that it was so poorly fitted.

Nancy Arbogast Cycle Kerala & Tropical India

First time snowshoeing and I’m already hooked! ❄️
Huge thanks to our guide Joonas for giving us the confidence to explore the Finnish wilderness – crossing frozen lakes, trekking through snow-laden forests, navigating tiny bridges over fast-flowing rapids, and sinking into snow up to our knees! What an unforgettable adventure!

Basecamp Oulanka itself is a true highlight of this trip – a magical setting where you can step right out of your cabin and into an adventure, with hiking, snowshoeing and cross-country skiing at your doorstep!

The camp itself is so well-equipped and has every comfort. The cabins are cosy and warm. The main lodge has lots of comfy corners to sit and enjoy a hot drink from the complimentary tea and coffee station after a hike or sit by the fire in the evenings. The sauna and hot tub became part of our daily routine after active days out.

I was also impressed by the kit that Basecamp provide, you literally could come with the basics and they will give you everything you need for the whole week. I found the snow boots and snowshoes themselves very comfortable!

Aneesa Dalwai Snowshoeing in Finland

What a truly magical experience this cycling holiday turned out to be! My daughter and I, both newcomers to cycling, wanted something extraordinary to mark a special time before she leaves home, and this adventure absolutely exceeded every expectation. We embarked on a journey through three incredible countries, discovering stunning landscapes and hidden gems along the way. The group we joined was fantastic—supportive, fun, and full of laughter. From start to finish, we were surrounded by kind people who made every moment even more memorable. It wasn’t just a holiday; it was the perfect bonding experience, filled with joy, a little challenge, and a lot of laughter. We came home with our hearts full and memories we’ll cherish forever. Simply the best!

Maria Sandford Cycle Nicaragua, Costa Rica & Panama