Cyprus
Early & Late Season Sunshine
Experience out-of-season training in the Mediterranean island of Cyprus with our 7-days, 6-nights package. Join a small, social group of riders led by an experienced ride leader with mechanical support throughout. A Sportive Breaks Cyprus package also includes a stay in the 4* Aliathon resort with airport transfers and breakfast / dinners.
The island boasts an incredible variation in weather and landscapes from sunny coastal routes up to snow covered peaks in the Troodos Mountains. The Queen Stage rides over quiet roads and includes an incredible 1,952m climb to Mount Olympus. Our route covers many mythological sights such as Aphrodite’s rock, which according to local legend was the birthplace of the Greek goddess of love, Aphrodite. Experience the brilliant road surfaces, minimal traffic and the delicious food for yourself!
Real Rider Reviews
Out-of-season riding in the sun, what could be better? Our routes alternate between longer days in the foothills or mountains and easier days rolling along the Mediterranean coastline.
Our package will be based next to the Troodos Mountains, where all roads lead to the mighty Mount Olympus. At 2,000m above sea level, this route is an epic early season climb with incredible weather to boot.
After a long morning of riding, the afternoons are for relaxing in the Paphos sun with the coastal views. Enjoy the amenities at the luxurious 4* Aliathon Resort, which includes a spa, indoor pool and the nearby beach.
Cyprus offers excellent road conditions, like Msllorca, but with even less traffic. Prepare for some fast chain-gangs finished off with some thrilling descents.
A Sportive Breaks tour provides two riding groups:
1) the club group which will average 25-28km/h
2) the cafe group which will average 21-24km/h, riding a shorter variation of the club group’s rides.
Our Cyprus cycling routes will average around 100km with an elevation of 1,800m each day. On arrival and departure days we will warm up the legs with optional 30-50km spins. The itinerary for the club group is:
• Monday – Kathikas Loop (104km, 2200m)
• Tuesday – Hills, Valleys, Vines (115km, 1900m)
• Wednesday – Olympus Queen Stage (160km, 3400m)
• Thursday – Easy (Lunch at Winery) (82km, 1650)
• Friday – Paphos Forest (136km, 3000m)
From Paphos to Paphos
This climb could be as long as 57km but the first 43km are on easy gradients with the occasional rolling sector. The last 14km are full on at an average of 6.5% with the occasional steeper ramp until you reach the top of the island and a lovely cafe!
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Our 7-day, 6-night Cyprus cycling holiday runs from Monday to Sunday on select dates in February, March, October and November. Every week our expert guided tours mix classic climbs such as Mount Olympus with lesser known local routes – with mechanical support throughout. Check out our day by day itinerary below.
• After a short transfer to the hotel and some time to check in, our mechanics are on hand to fit you to your rental bike or help build your bike.
• We have a short 30km spin to make sure legs and bikes are working before longer rides ahead.
• At 7.30pm we have a welcome dinner together to brief on the rides and the week of riding ahead.
• We roll out at 9.30am and head up the coast on pan flat roads for 20km.
• We then head inland to the hills for three shorter climbs before a descent back to the coast.
• We should be back early afternoon for some relaxation time before dinner.
• Another 9.30am roll out for an easy day with one longer climb in the middle.
• We head south along the coast before heading inland for a 10km, 5% climb and then a long, quick descent home.
• The full route is 160km to Mount Olympus and back with a long climb from sea level to nearly 2,000m with a great cafe stop.
• The descent down i
• s thrilling and any pain in the climb will be long forgotten.
• Back to the hotel to rest up those legs and grab dinner.
• An easier day in the rolling hills.
• What time’s breakfast? 9am?
• Following the exertions of yesterday, today we have a lazy morning as we head out at 10am.
• The ride aims for a winery, where we have lunch and then get back to the Aliathon Resort for mid-afternoon.
• Our last big ride of the week, as we roll out at (what time?)
• The route goes into the forest over rolling hills.
• We will ride over 136km with very little flat, as we go over four hills and some quick descents.
• Our final day, either relax in the morning sun or join us for an optional 50km spin to enjoy the last of those warm miles.
The Sportive Breaks team will be doing collections from Paphos (PFO) airport, the drive to the Aliathon Resort is around 20 minutes.
Our team collects passengers from all UK & Ireland flights into Paphos on the Monday. If you are coming from elsewhere, please contact our team. We will be in touch to collect your flight details after booking.
Our team leave with plenty of time, our transfer will arrive 2 hours before all UK & Ireland flights out of Paphos on the Sunday. If you are coming from elsewhere, please contact our team. We will be in touch to collect your flight details after booking.
Book your 7-day, 6-night cycling holiday in sunny Cyprus with Sportive Breaks. Our fully supported tours include expert daily guided rides, mechanical
support and airport transfers. You will spend 6-nights’ in the stunning 4* Aliathon Resort with breakfast and dinners included. Check our dates below.
| Date | Hotel Name | Room Type | Price | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Autumn 2020 | ||||||
| 18 - 24th Oct 2020 | Aliathon Resort | Studio Apartment | £849 | Book Now | ||
| Private One Bedroom Twin Apartment for Two People | £1399 | Book Now | ||||
| 25 - 31st Oct 2020 | Aliathon Resort | Studio Apartment | £849 | Book Now | ||
| Private One Bedroom Twin Apartment for Two People | £1399 | Book Now | ||||
| 1 - 7th Nov 2020 | Aliathon Resort | Studio Apartment | £849 | Book Now | ||
| Private One Bedroom Twin Apartment for Two People | £1399 | Book Now | ||||
Spring 2021 | ||||||
| 21 - 27th Feb 2021 | Aliathon Resort | Studio Apartment | £849 | Book Now | ||
| Private One Bedroom Twin Apartment for Two People | £1399 | Book Now | ||||
| 28th Feb - 6th Mar 2021 | Aliathon Resort | Studio Apartment | £849 | Book Now | ||
| Private One Bedroom Twin Apartment for Two People | £1399 | Book Now | ||||
| 7 - 13th Mar 2021 | Aliathon Resort | Studio Apartment | £849 | Book Now | ||
| Private One Bedroom Twin Apartment for Two People | £1399 | Book Now | ||||
| 14 - 20th Mar 2021 | Aliathon Resort | Studio Apartment | £849 | Book Now | ||
| Private One Bedroom Twin Apartment for Two People | £1399 | Book Now | ||||
| 21 - 27th Mar 2021 | Aliathon Resort | Studio Apartment | £849 | Book Now | ||
| Private One Bedroom Twin Apartment for Two People | £1399 | Book Now | ||||
