6 top cycling holidays for autumn

Thanks to the Mediterranean climate cycling the Dalmatian Coast is perfect at any time of the year. But as the autumn begins you’ll still find pleasantly warm weather to accompany you on your rides, and a coastal breeze to keep you cool. Crowds in Croatia will dwindle throughout the season, giving you plenty of choice when it comes to waterfront bars and restaurants. While October has an average temperature of around 18 degrees celsius, you’ll still be able to enjoy a refreshing dip in the ocean or a wander along a quiet beach.

Cycling against the backdrop of rugged mountain peaks along cycle paths and quiet backroads, Cycling the Dolomites, Lake Garda and Venice combines lakes, mountains and coast for the perfect autumnal escape. Expect fewer crowds and lower temperatures, and less competition for space in the cultural hotspots of Verona and Venice. Throw in a scenic ferry across Lake Garda and Soave's famous light bodied white wines, and you have yourself a winning combination.

Morocco’s hot season draws to a close in October, with autumn bringing a more comfortable temperature that’s perfect for cycling. On this moderate grade cycling tour of Morocco, set off in the heart of the Atlas Mountains where you’ll bike to the impressive fortified village of Ait Ben Haddou, that was on the former caravan route between the Sahara and Marrakesh. Later in the trip, you’ll swap your bike for a camel and embark on a journey into the desert, passing sand dunes of up to 150 metres.