Each of our customized rides are rooted in a story that pays homage to the long and celebrated history of road cycling across Switzerland, Spain, Italy, France and Belgium. As you eclipse mountains and valleys with Velo Classic, you’ll both unearth the narrative surrounding cycling’s most prominent characters and create your own personal memories of triumph.
These tours are a chance to fulfill your cycling dreams, from race course to sportifs to mountain passes and an endless day on the bike: whether its hitting the cobbles of the Spring Classics; killing it up the switchbacks of the mighty Stelvio; taking on the strade bianche of Tuscany; ascending the mighty climb of Ventoux or enjoying the glitz and glamour of Italy at the Giro.
RICH BASTONE CORTLANDT MANOR, NY“Velo Classic distinguishes itself from other cycling tour companies because we get to do what we want to do with the cycling. It’s straight up striking, scenic, incredible, legit, badass cycling. It’s the real deal.”
Riding with Velo Classic is about conviction – it’s about proving to yourself that you’re stronger than the urge to quit. We embrace the glory of the intense physical challenge these rides present as a way to test our own endurance and salute Europe’s lavish contributions to the chronicles of world-class cycling.
There’s a lot of lure in the world of cycling when it comes to its rich heritage in Europe’s abundant boulevards and rolling hills. Following in the tread marks of cycling legends like Eddy Merckx, Felice Gimondi, Bernard Hinault, and Greg Lemond, we design each of our routes with the purpose of giving you the opportunity to knock the socks off of your cycling bucket list. Prior to each ride, we’ll prepare you with the key historical context to help you learn more about the significance of the ride in Europe’s age-old catalogue of renowned cycling.