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Biking Vacations in August

Biking Vacations in August

Southern Europe and Mediterranean heat peaks in August, so why not head north for cooler climates? We have self-guided cycling vacations in England's Cotswolds, along Hadrian's Wall, and from London to Oxford and Oxford to Bath - or on the C2C which cuts across the north of England from Coast to Coast. In Scotland, cycle the Lochs & Glens for stunning vistas. In Ireland, the Wild Atlantic Way is a world class biking route. In Germany & Switzerland, the Moselle Cycle Path, the Elbe Cycle Path and the Lake Constance Cycle Path offer temperate weather, mountain vistas and dedicated bike paths for cycling.

European school vacations mean accommodation books up fast, so August departures are best planned well in advance.

  • A place these routes go

    Cycling in Scotland

  • Wheeling past classic Cotswolds cottages.

    Cycling in the Heart of the Cotswolds

  • Cyclist on Lake Constance

    Lake Constance Cycling

  • Cycling the Elbe Path from Prague to Dresden

    Elbe Cycle Path

  • A place these routes go

    A cycle break along the Moselle Cycle Path

  • A place these routes go

    Along the Wild Atlantic Way in Ireland

11 hand-picked routes

  • Italy

    Cycle the Highlights of Puglia

    • Cycling
    • 7–9 days
    • Easy - Moderate to Moderate
    from$2,490CAD pp
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  • Scotland

    Great Glen Cycleway

    • Cycling
    • 5 days
    • Moderate - Challenging
    from$1,735CAD pp
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  • England

    Cycling in the Heart of the Cotswolds

    • Cycling
    • 5–7 days
    • Easy - Moderate to Moderate
    from$2,260CAD pp
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  • England

    Hadrian's Cycleway

    • Cycling
    • 6 days
    • Moderate
    from$2,740CAD pp
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  • Germany · Switzerland

    Lake Constance Cycle Path

    • Cycling
    • 6–8 days
    • Easy to Easy - Moderate
    from$2,525CAD pp
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  • England

    Sea to Sea (C2C) Cycle Route

    • Cycling
    • 5 days
    • Moderate
    from$2,540CAD pp
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  • Scotland

    Cycle Scotland's Lochs & Glens

    • Cycling
    • 8 days
    • Easy - Moderate
    from$2,590CAD pp
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  • Italy

    Cycling Tuscany: Chianti & Siena

    • Cycling
    • 8 days
    • Moderate
    from$3,115CAD pp
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  • Italy

    Cycling Tuscany: Florence to Montepulciano

    • Cycling
    • 8 days
    • Moderate - Challenging
    from$4,000CAD pp
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  • England

    Oxford to Bath By Bike

    • Cycling
    • 7 days
    • Easy - Moderate
    from$3,875CAD pp
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  • England

    London to Oxford By Bike

    • Cycling
    • 6 days
    • Easy - Moderate
    from$2,595CAD pp
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Over 26,000 travelers strong, our community shares #MacsMoments, swaps tips and advice, and helps each other plan the perfect trip. Many connect long before they set off - and some even meet up on the trail!

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    Camino de Santiago, Spain

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    Thank you Macs for the brilliant adventure! We loved all the accommodations provided

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    West Highland Way, Scotland

  • A hiker standing in a pasture amongst horses

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    Hadrian's Wall Path, England

  • A hiker beside a wooden signpost by an ivy-covered wall

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    Cotswolds to the Cornwall Coast, England

  • A hiker stops on the trail for an interaction with a local cow

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    Via Alpina, Switzerland

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    Walking the Dordogne in Style, France

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Get to know Biking Vacations in August

Self-guided biking with Macs Adventure means you set the pace and we handle the rest.

  • Is August too hot for the Mediterranean?

    It's the hottest month, with afternoons regularly in the low 30s Celsius in Puglia and Tuscany, so an early start and a shaded midday break work well.

  • Where's more comfortable in August?

    Germany, Switzerland Scotland, Ireland and England stay milder, making them a good pick if you'd rather avoid the summer heat further south.

  • Why does August book up so fast?

    European school summer vacations run through August, so accommodation along popular routes fills up earlier than other months.

  • Should I adjust my daily start time in August?

    Yes, starting early and finishing by early afternoon is the best way to enjoy Mediterranean or Southern Europe cycling routes without riding through the hottest part of the day.

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