Great Explorations

Great Explorations Great Explorations is a boutique tour operator specializing in providing biking & hiking trips

Pedal quiet roads through olive groves, wander the whitewashed streets of Ostuni, discover the curious trulli of Alberob...
09/02/2026

Pedal quiet roads through olive groves, wander the whitewashed streets of Ostuni, discover the curious trulli of Alberobello, and follow the Adriatic south to Otranto.

Puglia brings together idyllic cycling, incredible food, fascinating history, and la dolce vita.

Trace the coastal route from Porto to Santiago and experience a different side of Portugal. Starting in Porto, head nort...
08/13/2026

Trace the coastal route from Porto to Santiago and experience a different side of Portugal.

Starting in Porto, head north along Portugal’s Atlantic coast — past beaches, boardwalks and fishing villages — before crossing the Minho River into Spain.

Then, it’s on through Galicia: the seaside town of Baiona, the bustling port of Vigo, historic Pontevedra and the small villages and forests surrounding Padrón.

Finally, after roughly 250 km of riding, the route reaches Santiago de Compostela and its famous cathedral — the destination that has drawn pilgrims for centuries.

Cycle by day and sail by night — one of the best ways to experience everything the Dalmatian Islands have to offer, just...
08/10/2026

Cycle by day and sail by night — one of the best ways to experience everything the Dalmatian Islands have to offer, just ask our guests.

“I could not have imagined a better trip. The boat was incredible, the itinerary was perfect, and the guides were terrific. It is a very unique way to see Croatia. I loved the fact that we could unpack our bags once and the boat moved with us. All the meals were amazing.”

— Catherine K.

A limited number of cabins remain for this fall.

Explore Japan on two wheels, from the temple streets of Kyoto to the mountain monasteries of Koyasan.The country opens u...
05/27/2026

Explore Japan on two wheels, from the temple streets of Kyoto to the mountain monasteries of Koyasan.

The country opens up in layers: temple towns tucked into forested hills, quiet farm roads cutting through rice paddies, and small workshops where old crafts are still part of daily life. Between rides, there are natural onsen and simple, traditional meals that feel earned after a day in the saddle.

Beyond the coastlines and ruins, Turkey is about hospitality: lingering breakfasts, backgammon games in the square, the ...
05/21/2026

Beyond the coastlines and ruins, Turkey is about hospitality: lingering breakfasts, backgammon games in the square, the clink of tea glasses, and shopkeepers who welcome you in like an old friend. Travelling by bike gives you the chance to slow down and be part of it, even just for a little while.

Cycle through the Julian Alps, across Slovenia’s green countryside, and into Italy’s Friuli region. A week of small vill...
05/19/2026

Cycle through the Julian Alps, across Slovenia’s green countryside, and into Italy’s Friuli region. A week of small villages, layered history, good local meals, and some of the most scenic cycling in this corner of Europe.

Nova Scotia is a patchwork of fishing villages, vineyard roads, sea cliffs, salt air, and quiet county roads that seem m...
05/15/2026

Nova Scotia is a patchwork of fishing villages, vineyard roads, sea cliffs, salt air, and quiet county roads that seem made for cycling. On this ride, we trace the coast from Lunenburg to Annapolis Royal and Wolfville, experiencing the charm, beauty, and deep-rooted culture of Atlantic Canada along the way.

We stay in small inns, eat exceptionally well, and enjoy the kind of East Coast hospitality that makes you want to linger a little longer. Lobster included, of course.

A limited number of cabins have opened up on one of our bike and yacht departures in Croatia this fall — a rare opportun...
05/12/2026

A limited number of cabins have opened up on one of our bike and yacht departures in Croatia this fall — a rare opportunity for solo travellers, couples, or small groups to join the journey.

Cycle quiet island roads through olive groves and vineyards by day, then return to a comfortable yacht each evening as you move through the Dalmatian islands. Swim in the Adriatic, explore harbour towns, and enjoy the simple pleasure of unpacking once while the landscape changes around you.

If cycling and sailing through Croatia has been on your wish list, this is the perfect opportunity.

A typical day in Burgundy starts on quiet vineyard lanes, cycling past stone villages and Flemish-style châteaux, with l...
05/08/2026

A typical day in Burgundy starts on quiet vineyard lanes, cycling past stone villages and Flemish-style châteaux, with little more than the sound of a passing tractor. Lunch is in a small village, often a simple winemaker’s meal rooted in local produce and tradition.

In the afternoon, a château visit and private tasting brings the region’s Grand Cru reputation into focus, before an easy ride toward your next historic town. Evenings are spent in characterful, well-located hotels — the kind of places that make it easy to step out, find a good restaurant, and let the day end over a bottle of Burgundy wine.

Is there any better way to travel?

Pedal your way through an archipelago of natural wonders. Just off the coast of British Columbia, the Gulf Islands feel ...
05/07/2026

Pedal your way through an archipelago of natural wonders.

Just off the coast of British Columbia, the Gulf Islands feel a world apart — where winding roads, ocean views, and small island communities are all part of the itinerary.

Starting in Victoria, this route links the laid-back charm of Salt Spring Island, Galiano Island, and Mayne Island. Ride quiet coastal routes, stretch your legs on forested trails, or take to the water by kayak. Along the way, settle into welcoming inns and enjoy the fresh, thoughtful flavours of the Pacific Northwest.

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Vancouver, BC
V6J1R1

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Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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