THE VELO CLASSIC STORY
FEELING LIKE A KID AGAIN
I created Velo Classic in 2000 as a way to channel my two-fold obsession with the sport of cycling and exploring cultures. I wanted to curate unforgettable experiences that brought together like-minded people with a passion for rewarding the feat of legendary cycling expeditions with exquisite indulgences.
- We all pick our passions. Or maybe they pick us. I grew up in a family that loved to travel. From a very young age, my parents would take us across borders to discover another world outside of my suburban New Jersey home. This profound curiosity for unearthing the splendor of other regions stayed with me throughout my life.
- I then started cycling seriously in 1990 with my father and became enthralled with every aspect of the experience. It was a way to break free from the monotonous regimen of work. When I wasn’t on my bike, I found myself daydreaming about my next ride.
- I spent a semester in architecture school studying in Florence, where I immersed myself in Italian culture and built genuine relationships with the people around me. Over the years, I continued to travel to Europe, each visit pulling me deeper into love with the rich charm and grit of the countless sub-cultures.
- There’s something very special that happens when I’m on my bike. Perhaps you’ve felt it, too. When I’m cycling up a hill or down a mountain, I feel like I’m a kid again. I breathe in the fresh air as the wind hits my face, and my eyes soak in the beauty of my surroundings.
LOSE YOURSELF IN THE RIDE
If you care about cycling, this is huge. When you travel with Velo Classic, you’ll have so much appreciation for your own endurance and what you’re doing on the bike. The adventure puts you in a completely different headspace where you just lose yourself in the ride. As you travel along these celebrated roads, you continuously marvel in the gorgeous surroundings. I wish I could stay there and ride my bike forever.
THE VELO CLASSIC APPROACH
BALANCING INTENSITY WITH ELEGANCE
You work hard year round and deserve the best when you go on vacation. When you ride with Velo Classic, you will relish in handcrafted premium tours that artfully incorporate the exclusive insights of the local friends we’ve made during the course of countless journeys along Europe’s most legendary cycling routes.
- On each trip, we bring together an intimate group of up to 10 cyclists to offer you a highly personalized journey that adapts to your specific cycling needs and cultural interests.
- Velo Classic presents you with an unparalleled opportunity to experience Europe’s most captivating routes and thrilling climbs, topped off with delightful cuisines and luxurious accommodations.
- At the heart of Velo Classic’s philosophy is the tasteful balance of three strongly linked principles: serious cycling, local culture, and thoughtful hospitality.
- No matter how high the climb, no matter how fast the descent, no matter how tough the terrain, at Velo Classic, we ride for the fun, food, and friendship.
NEED ANOTHER HEADING HERE
BREAK OUT APPROACH
On each trip, we bring together an intimate group of up to 10 cyclists to offer you a highly personalized journey that adapts to your specific cycling needs and cultural interests. Velo Classic presents you with an unparalleled opportunity to experience Europe’s most captivating routes and thrilling climbs, topped off with delightful cuisines and luxurious accommodations.At the heart of Velo Classic’s philosophy is the tasteful balance of three strongly linked principles: serious cycling, local culture, and thoughtful hospitality.No matter how high the climb, no matter how fast the descent, no matter how tough the terrain, at Velo Classic, we ride for the fun, food, and friendship.
TESTIMONIAL
VICTOR BRITTAIN, VANCOUVER, CANADA“It has been a pleasure and a privilege to get to know you and Lisa. I know you hear this all the time but you have really provided experiences in my life that I thought I would never have and challenged me to do things I thought I could never do! As long as I have my health, it will be my pleasure to ride with you and continue to enjoy these moments. Thank you for being who you are and for doing what you do!”