Top to Tail Wales Cycling Adventure

Homegrown cycling adventure

Since the COVID-19 pandemic has had a huge impact on local communities and livelihoods, we’re keen to promote adventures on home ground particularly to help support the local tourism industry here whilst also giving you the chance to get out and explore our incredible Welsh landscapes in a safe and fun manner.

This cycling journey has been designed to deliver an amazing experience and showcase the some of the most stunning landscapes across Wales whilst also giving you the chance to step out of your comfort zone and gain a greater understanding of the mountains, national parks, local environments and communities. Plus you can experience the pride of cycling the length of Wales under your own power.

On booking this cycling adventure, you will receive all the exciting trip info via our free mobile travel app. 

You’ll have access to your itinerary, trip countdown, live updates, contact info, weather forecasts, know before you go trip info, kit lists and much more at the touch of a button 24 hours a day via your mobile phone. No more unnecessary use of reams of paper to benefit the environment and the need of carrying around documents with you. A’ppy days.

With being a small family business we pride ourselves with providing personal, professional and friendly service. We appreciate that everyone has different levels of experience and reasons for wishing to embark on this cycling journey and therefore require varying levels of support and guidance. We’re here to help you every step of the way from the moment you join the flock all the way through to completing the challenge and beyond. Jim and Sue’s knowledge and expertise stems from dozens of years of travelling and exploring the UK in order to fully support you in the lead up to your adventure plus their huge passion for two wheeled travel through their home-land.

Adventurous Ewe puts the safety and well-being of you, our leaders & crew and the communities we visit at the centre of all our operations, always. Your safety and well-being is our top priority.

Our Top to Tail Wales Cycling Challenge requires individual preparation as this bike adventure is designed to take you out of your every-day comfort zone and achieve something great. Rest assured we have a thorough Safety Management System, indepth risk assessments and risk management systems in place together with new health and well-being procedures.

For more info, please visit our Safety and Well-being page. 

• Train in your cycling kit in varying weather conditions so you know your kit is both suitable and comfortable for your trip. Make sure you include some good hill training and mileage on the bike
• Ensure your bike is set up correctly. Speak to a specialist at your local bike shop if you are unsure
• Have your bike fully serviced before this trip
• Get you butt used to being in the saddle for consecutive days of cycling
• Be self sufficient and ensure you have everything you need with you on the bike ie. puncture repair kit, spare inner tubes, snacks, electrolytes, mobile phone, bike light/s, etc.
• Know how to change a puncture. The crew will be there to help if you experience more technical bike issues
• Be fully aware of the Cycling Highway Code
• Have two bags – a small bag to leave in the support vehicle with any additional items of clothing, spare bike parts, snacks etc. and your main luggage/travel bag which will be transferred from hotel to hotel
• Bring your own facemask (optional) and hand sanitiser (essential)
• Bring your own water bottles that you can refill at the checkpoints and avoid plastic bottles

Most importantly……ENJOY THE ENTIRE EXPERIENCE

You will be accompanied by certified Adventurous Ewe Cycle Leaders and Support Crew. Our Leaders are first aid qualified and have extensive experience in leading cycling trips throughout the UK. They will be ultimately responsible for the running of the itinerary and the safety of your group.

There will be a support vehicle accompanying the group together with a bike mechanic. All the crew are passionate about cycling and are there to actively help ensure you have a great two wheeled journey the length of Wales.

Leaders and Crew will carrying full safety equipment and first aid kits with them at all times. Please note, these kits are for emergencies only so please come prepared with your own personal first aid items. The Leaders and Crew will also be in constant radio communication with the vehicle drivers throughout your adventure.

We pride ourselves in small group travel to minimise the impact on the environment, to maximise your safety and wellbeing and to make your experience more authentic.

The minimum group size for the the Top to Tail Wales bike journey to run is 10 people and the maximum group size is 18 people.

You are most welcome to join this trip as a group of friends, family, colleagues, a private bubble or as a solo traveller. You are also welcome to use this trip as a fundraiser for the charity of your choice.

If you have a group of over 10 people, we would be more than happy to run a private trip for your team, your charity or your company.

For any further info or to chat about running a bespoke trip, we’d love to hear from you at info@adventurousewe.co.uk or call 01492 588 069.

This cycling challenge is a team adventure and not designed to be an individual competitive race. You are welcome to cycle at a pace that you are comfortable with as you will have a GPX file of the route to follow. There will be a cycling leader/s accompanying the group and the support vehicle usually travels at the rear of the group. There will be checkpoints will people can rest and regroup.

We encourage team spirit and support of each other to ensure everyone has the best opportunity to complete the challenge and enjoy the journey along the way too.

These adventures are a fantastic way to meet like-minded people and share an incredible adventure whilst being accompanied and supported by friendly and experienced Adventurous Ewe Leaders and Crew.

The Top to Tail Wales Cycle is graded as ‘Tough’ and preparation is key to help you get the most enjoyment and reward from this trip. A good level of fitness and endurance is required in order to complete long consecutive days in the saddle.

A cycle training programme will be provided and it is strongly recommended that your training includes some good hill climbs and get your butt used to being in the saddle. It’s an incredible journey and we want to be sure you’re ready to enjoy it.

A bespoke cycle training programme will be provided when join the team for this adventure to help you with your preparations.

We also have exclusive offers with our Training Partners and Communities – Her Spirit and the Bath Kettlebell Society. For more info, please visit our Training and Preparation page.

The more you are prepared, the more you will enjoy the challenge.

Our motto is: Train hard, smile harder and enjoy the journey!

A full kit list will be provided when you join this adventure together with an exclusive Adventurous Ewe discount code for  independent outdoor retailers Joe Brown, The Climbers Shop and ashmei athletic apparel where sustainability meets performance.

We strongly recommend a road bike or touring bike in the first instance for this journey or a hybrid bike. Only use a mountain bike, if you are used to long distances on a MTB. We would recommend you fit road tyres and perhaps bar ends to give a more comfortable cycling position.

A hire bike and helmet can be provided at an additional cost of £85 per person. Rest assured any equipment that we supply will be hygienically cleaned and sanitised and was not used 72 hours before you use it and then will not be used for the next 72 hours.

To help you get the very best from your two wheeled adventure we will provide you with an exclusive Adventurous Ewe discount code to use in independent UK outdoor retailers Joe Brown / The Climbers Shop and ashmei athletic apparel, both online and in store. They offer a large choice of kit that the staff themselves use and they pride themselves on sharing their experience and knowledge of equipment so you can choose the right gear to suit you and the event your cycling trip.

The weather in Wales can change rapidly so it is essential that you are prepared for all conditions including rain, wind and heat. In the week leading up to your trip we recommend checking the Mountain Weather Information Service for Snowdonia and the Brecon Beacons. You will also receive weather updates via our mobile travel app.

Please note, the Leader/s reserve the right to change the itinerary at any time should the conditions require it as your safety and well-being is our top priority at all times. In these circumstances we will make the best alternative arrangements possible that maintain the integrity of the original itinerary.

Three nights hostel accommodation are included as part of this trip. The first night being in a hostel in Conwy followed by two nights in local hotels or B&B’s. This is based on a twin or multi room share basis.

If you would prefer a single room please let us know asap and we will make the arrangements for you dependent on availability. There will be an additional cost for this room dependent on the hotel or B&B, therefore please get in touch with us for further info at info@adventurousewe.co.uk.

You will need to make your own way to the start of the challenge in Conwy, North Wales. There is free car-parking available at the hostel or direct trains from London Euston, Crewe and Chester to Llandudno Junction. A transfer can be provided from the train station to your accommodation if prebooked with us one month in advance of the trip.

The cycling challenge will finish in Cardiff, where you are welcome to make your direct return journey home from. Alternately, there is a shuttle service available back to Conwy for yourself and your bike at a cost of £85 per person.

Further info will be provided when you sign up for this trip.

Three breakfasts and three lunches are included in your trip. If you have any dietary requirements or food allergies, please let us know. Dinner is not included to allow you the flexibility to order what you wish following long days in the saddle.

Please bring a minimum of two water bottles (and cages on your bike) to refill your water bottles at the checkpoints to avoid the need of purchasing plastic bottles. We recommend bringing your own electrolytes as well. Alternately, if you are happy to cycle with a daypack, you could also bring a camelbak/water bladder to refill.

Deposit: £125 per person is required on booking.
Remaining balance: £490 per person is due for payment no later than 4 weeks prior to the trip start date.

Payment info

Monthly payment plan
A monthly payment plan can be arranged for this trip. Please contact us for more information or to set up your plan. Simply email info@adventurousewe.co.uk or call 01492 588 069.

Free date changes
You can change your departure to a later date. We’ve added extra 2021 and 2022 dates to choose from, or you can request a new date that works for you or organise your own private bubble trip.

Flexible deposit
You can transfer your deposit to another available trip or hold your deposit on file indefinitely.

Convert it to credit
Save it for later. This, along with all payments, is 100% financially protected.

Get a refund
Being a small family business, we pride ourselves on personalised customer service and offer full

Cancelled trips
If you book on a trip that we are forced to cancel due to the pandemic, you will have the option to join another trip at a later departure with no admin costs or receive a full refund or credit note (excluding flights or insurance payments as these have their own booking conditions directly with the supplier).and prompt refunds.

If you choose to cancel your trip within 30 days of departure despite no official advice against travel
We respect your decision if you no longer wish to travel regardless of the destination or official advice. If you choose to cancel your trip, we will happily make those arrangements for you though please note, if there is no F&CO advice against travel, our standard cancellation terms will apply.

Fundraising
You are welcome to fundraise for a charity of your

As well as carefully crafting amazing and meaningful adventures across the planet, we’ve made booking them as flexible, safe and as simple as possible. With the ongoing impact of COVID-19, we’ve made a number of updates to our safety guidelines, flexible booking conditions and trip departures. For more info, please our Book and Travel with Confidence page. 

All your trip info will be sent to you through our free mobile travel mobile app. You will receive an email from Adventurous Ewe with your personalised log in code for this app.

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Your Adventurous Ewe Leader/s and Crew will have a mobile phones and radios communications in case of emergencies. The team are trained to deal with these situations. Please ensure you listen to your Leader during these times and refrain from putting any posts on social media. Should you find yourself unable to continue with the trek, your Leader and crew will make the necessary arrangements. Depending on the situation, you will be met by the support vehicle (depending on access) and you will be transferred back to your accommodation or nearby medical facility as required. Your Emergency Contact at Adventurous Ewe HQ is Jim Young on 07747 346 588.

Snowdonia Society
Locally, we help support the vital work of the Snowdonia Society who since 1967 continues to work tirelessly to ensure that Snowdonia is well-protected, well-managed and enjoyed by all.

Cool Earth
We are very excited to have teamed up with leading climate change charity Cool Earth, who share our mission to protect the planet’s precious environment in a sustainable manner. The future of rainforest protection is where everyone makes a difference to climate change! We invest a % of our revenue into supporting critical conservation projects around the world through Cool Earth. You are most welcome to help make a difference too by sparing a few pennies. Please give what you can and help save the world’s rainforests today by clicking here. Just £2.50 will save 10 trees and lock up 10 tonnes of CO2. Together, we can all make a difference in helping preserve this precious and wonderful planet. Thank-ewe