THE NULLARBOR Perth to Adelaide 14 May – 7 June 2021

The Tour at a Glance Dates: 14 May – 7 Jun 2021 Duration: 24 nights Distance: 2790km Average Daily: 140km (distance options available) Bike Type: Road Bike E-bike?: Welcome Surface: Sealed bitumen roads Terrain: Flat to undulating. Very few hills Group Size: 20 approx Accom: Motels, hotels, roadhouses On road snacks: Included Meals: Included

Difficulty Rating: 8.5/10 (not many hills but some very long days 150km +) Who’s this tour for? Cyclists looking for an epic outback challenge.

Highlights • Take on one of the legendary Australian transcontinental crossings • The vastness of the Australian desert and the aura of the outback • Cycle one of the longest straight stretches of road in the world at 146km • The comfort of safety and support vehicles and a group environment • Whales and calves wallowing in the shallow waters of the (hopefully!) • Ride as much as you like, use the support vehicle as much as you want • Join the AllTrails community - unmatched camaraderie and service Five reasons to do this tour with AllTrails:

1. Now or ... never? The opportunity doesn’t come along very often! Not only are we the only bike tour company who does a fully supported tour like this, but we have only done it 2009 and 2013, so who knows when it may pop up on our calendar again. Do it in 2021 while the opportunity is here.

2. Ride with the best in the business. Read the testimonials on our website and ask around your cycling community about AllTrails Bicycle Tours – you will often find somebody who has been on a tour with us or knows somebody who has. We really look after our cyclists like nobody else. From our home cooked biscuits that come along on every ride, to the morning tea set-ups, luggage transfer and good old-fashioned service that is provided by our staff who have experience, knowledge and personality. All you have to do is come along and ride – leave the rest to us. If you would like to speak to one of our past Nullarbor clients please let us know – we will put you in touch with one of them.

3. It is a fabulous favourite. “The best ride that I have ever done” is the summary of the Nullarbor trip from many of our past riders. It’s a big challenge and it’s not for everyone, but if the thought of an epic outback ride gives you goose bumps it might just be for you - give us a call to discuss.

4. Improve your cycling & health. Long distance trips like this bring an inevitable improvement in your cycling ability, strength and mental stamina. Riders leave at the end of the trip, not just with wonderful stories and great new friends, but cycling better than they ever have and bursting with pride at what they have achieved.

5. The Nullarbor just has something special. The exhilaration of setting off in the cool early-morning mist and actually feeling the sun slowly warming the earth as it rises and brings in the day is like nothing you can imagine. You will be telling stories about this ride for years to come.

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Tour Map Perth to Adelaide

Getting to and from the tour Getting to Perth on or before Friday 14 May (meeting day): We will hold our registration and orientation briefing at 3pm Fri 14 May so please plan your arrival into Perth with plenty of time. We suggest arriving around lunchtime Fri 14 May at the latest. Our tour accommodation is at the Rendezvous Hotel Perth City. We will be at the hotel from Tue 11 May after our Great South West tour around the Margaret River region so feel free to arrive early and stay in Perth with us (optional extra on the booking form).

Departing from Adelaide Monday 7 June: Cyclists will ride into Adelaide on Sunday 6 June where we have a dinner and accommodation included that night. The tour disbands officially after breakfast on Monday 7 June. Pricing and Payment information (AUD)

PaymentAUD Schedule: Twin share $9375 pp Single room $11,570

Important Accommodation Note: This tour has been rescheduled from May 2020 to May 2021 due to COVID-19. Most 2020 cyclists have transferred to 2021 which only left a few spots available for new bookings which have now all been taken. We have however started a waitlist as there is a good chance that we will have some cyclists drop out of the tour. Cyclists who gain a place from the waitlist will have up to 2 or 3 nights of accommodation with a shared bathroom and up to 1 or 2 camp nights (all camping gear supplied). Included: • 24 nights accommodation (later bookers may have up to 2 nights camping – see above notes) • All meals except rest day lunch & dinner (24 breakfast, 20 lunch, 21 dinner) • Snacks, water, fruit, morning/afternoon teas on the road • Support & safety vehicles • Tour guides, bike mechanic, massage, maps, gps files • Rider Pack: jersey, bottle, day-bag • Daily luggage transfer

Payment Schedule: • Non-refundable deposit on booking ($400 pp) • Progress Payment 30 days after deposit (40% of package cost less deposit paid) • Balance due 14 March 2021 (two months before the tour meeting date) (For bookings made from 14 March 2021, full balance is due upon booking)

Travelling on your own We often have cyclists come on our rides who are travelling alone. If so, you may pay the Single Supplement price to have your own room, or you can put your name on our ‘Twin Share Request List’ and we will pair you with another solo traveller of the same gender in twin share accommodation if we have another similar request. There is a good chance that we will be able to partner you up with somebody else. If not, the single supp price will apply which will give you your own room for the entire tour. Contact us anytime to have a chat and check twin share availability – we may already have a match for you. Travelling with friends Discount for groups of 3 or more cyclists: $135pp.

Optional Extras Pre tour accommodation. Accommodation is included as part of the tour on Fri 14 May. AllTrails crew will be staying here from Tue 11 May after our Great South West Tour. If you are planning to arrive in Perth early, feel free to join us. Extra nights (includes buffet breakfast) on 11, 12, 13 May: $110 pp p/nt (twin share), $200 (single room). Post tour accommodation. We cycle into Adelaide on Sun 6 Jun and your dinner and accommodation is included that night. If you want to stay longer feel free to contact our tour hotel direct to book any extra nights. Contact us for more details. Transfer of hard bike case from start of ride to finish, (if space available). $100 Transfer of soft foldable bike bag from start of ride to finish. $50 Note: collapsible cardboard bike cartons transferred free of charge. Transfer of bike after tour from Adelaide to Melbourne in AllTrails vehicles. $50 Terms and Conditions. Full terms and conditions for each ride are available via our booking system (go to the ‘BOOK THIS TOUR’ button on any tour page). These terms and conditions will also be sent to you with your confirmation email after booking.

Travel Insurance and Cyclist Insurance Obtaining appropriate insurance is your (very important) responsibility

IMPORTANT - Travel Insurance, even for trips within Australia • When you consider the cost of cancelling your tour before or during your travel, insurance is good protection. • Domestic travel insurance is considerably cheaper than international, so it is applicable to Australians travelling in Australia. • Purchase your travel insurance as soon as you have booked your tour and your travel – don’t wait until just before you go. • Some credit card travel insurances do not apply to domestic Australian travel – check with your provider. • There are lots of travel insurance providers – cyclists should do their own research to ensure they are covered adequately. • Here are two options as an example: travelinsurancedirect.com.au 1cover.com.au • International travellers should always have a comprehensive travel insurance.

IMPORTANT - Cyclist insurance for accidents and medical Cyclist Insurance is different to Travel Insurance and is often included as part of cycling memberships such as Bicycle Network or Bicycle Queensland or can be bought separately. Cycling can be a dangerous activity and you should be prepared for the worst. If you have an accident in training for the tour or on the tour itself cyclist insurance can help with medical, income protection and third-party coverage. Check out the benefits here: bicyclenetwork.com.au/membership/ bq.org.au/join-us/member-benefits/

Itinerary Daily distances are set out below. Shorter distances and support vehicle also available. Meals and Accommodation inclusions. Breakfast = B Lunch = L Dinner = D Accommodation = A Location Distance Date B L D A

Perth - Meeting Day (before 3pm) NA Friday 14 May 2021 - - D A Perth to York 99km Saturday 15 May 2021 B L D A York to Merredin 165km Sunday 16 May 2021 B L D A Merredin to Southern Cross 109km Monday 17 May 2021 B L D A Southern Cross to 226km Tuesday 18 May 2021 B L D A Kalgoorlie - Rest Day - Wednesday 19 May 2021 B - - A Kalgoorlie to Norseman 189km Thursday 20 May 2021 B L D A Norseman to Balladonia 190km Friday 21 May 2021 B L D A Balladonia to Caiguna 182km Saturday 22 May 2021 B L D A Caiguna to Cocklebiddy 65km Sunday 23 May 2021 B L D A Cocklebiddy to Madura 91km Monday 24 May 2021 B L D A Madura to Eucla 182km Tuesday 25 May 2021 B L D A Eucla - Rest Day - Wednesday 26 May 2021 B - - A Eucla to Nullarbor 197km Thursday 27 May 2021 B L D A Nullarbor to Nundroo 144km Friday 28 May 2021 B L D A Nundroo to Ceduna 152km Saturday 29 May 2021 B L D A Ceduna to Streaky Bay 111km Sunday 30 May 2021 B L D A Streaky Bay - Rest Day - Monday 31 May 2021 B - - A Streaky Bay to Wudinna 134km Tuesday 1 June 2021 B L D A Wudinna to Kimba 101km Wednesday 2 June 2021 B L D A Kimba to Port Augusta 154km Thursday 3 June 2021 B L D A Port Augusta to Port Pirie 92km Friday 4 June 2021 B L D A Port Pirie to Clare 110km Saturday 5 June 2021 B L D A Clare to Adelaide 97km Sunday 6 June 2021 B L D A Adelaide – End of Tour Monday 7 June 2021 B L D A

Total Distance Cycled 2790km 24 21 21 24 Average Daily Distance 140km / day Day to Day.

Perth meeting day Friday 14 May 2021 Day 1. Welcome! Make your way to Perth today before 3pm (see ‘Getting To and From the Tour’ above) - this afternoon you will meet the crew, attend the briefing and our mechanic will be available to re-assemble bikes where required. Tonight we have a group dinner where you get to know the rest of the cyclists on tour and chat about the exciting days ahead.

Perth to York 99km Saturday 15 May 2021 Day 2. We cycle in convoy through the city and suburbs, relaxing before climbing the only significant hill we will see for 3 weeks. Morning tea is at Mundaring then off to our overnight stop at the lovely little town of York, in the wheatbelt of WA, with its Victorian and Federation buildings. After our first post-ride briefing, enjoy dinner together as a group as you recap the day’s events and get excited about tomorrow’s big ride.

York to Merredin 165km Sunday 16 May 2021 Day 3. A very gradual climb through undulating farmland gradually making your way to Kellerberrin on the west-east road. Lunch is here before staying in the town of Merredin, originally the overnight stay for goldseekers.

Merredin to Southern Cross 109km Monday 17 May 2021 Day 4. A few little humps and bumps today, crossing through the famous rabbit proof fence to Carrabin Roadhouse then on to Southern Cross. Here gold was discovered so they built a town and Palace Hotel, still a grand building in a town that was the mother town to Coolgardie and Kalgoorlie. Bed early tonight before the long haul into Kalgoorlie tomorrow.

Southern Cross to Kalgoorlie 226km Tuesday 18 May 2021 Day 5. Today is the biggest and flattest ride so far - with lots of stops. Dig deep - this is one of the days that you will be telling your cycling friends about for years to come. The crew and your fellow riders are there to support you all the way. The Boorabin National Park is home of many mammals, mallee scrublands, frogs, reptiles, birds of a wide variety. Bulla Bulling hotel is a classic pub before Coolgardie, last stop before the golden mining town of Kalgoorlie. Our support vehicle is available for those aiming for a shorter distance today.

Kalgoorlie - Rest Day Wednesday 19 May 2021 Day 6. There’s lots to see in Kalgoorlie. After Hannan accidentally found gold in 1893, they came from everywhere to what is the Golden Mile, perhaps the richest square mile on earth. The balcony overlooking the Super Pit is WOW. The 250 ton trucks look like dinky toys, crawling around the walls and base. The magnificent architecture of buildings and hotels, and the famous Hay St Humpies - it’s all there on this rest day. Kalgoorlie is also where golfers hit off the 1st tee on the longest golf course in the world - yes, across Australia. The Nullarbor Links concept is unique - the 18-hole par 72 golf course spans 1,365 kilometres with one hole in each participating town or roadhouse along the , from Kalgoorlie, WA to Ceduna, SA. Each hole includes a green and tee and somewhat rugged outback- style natural terrain fairway. The course provides a quintessential Australian experience for travellers along the renowned highway and our cyclists may want to take part. Golf club hire available at each hole so you don’t need to bring your own!

Kalgoorlie to Norseman 189km Thursday 20 May 2021 Day 7. It’s all downhill both on the map and in reality, passing through Kalgoorlie-Boulder - part of the 3 biggest cities in the world, total area of 95,500 square km. Widgiemooltha serves a great lunch, before another gold mining town of Norseman.

Norseman to Balladonia 190km Friday 21 May 2021 Day 8. This is the start of the real , supposedly flat and barren, but in reality it is nearly flat and quite beautiful. Bike riders will notice a little hump today before dropping down 200 meters to Balladonia. In 1979 Balladonia hit the world news when parts of the US Skylab space station fell to earth around here. You can see some bits at the free Balladonia Cultural Heritage Museum located at the Roadhouse.

Balladonia to Caiguna 182km Saturday 22 May 2021 Day 9. Today you cycle one of the longest straight stretches of road in the world (146km) which is also used by the Royal Flying Doctor Service as a runway. There are no cappuccinos or pizza bars, but we set up our unique mobile trailer, serving you with healthy food, snacks and drinks.

Caiguna to Cocklebiddy 65km Sunday 23 May 2021 Day 10. It’s the shortest day, allowing you an optional extra of having an early lunch and going 4WD to Eyre Bird Observatory. Incredible homestead on the beach amongst massive sand dunes, a real highlight, but book early - limited space on the 4WD. Stunning views of the Bight from the edge of sheer vertical cliffs.

Day to Day (cont).

Cocklebiddy to Madura 91km Monday 24 May 2021 Day 11. Another easy day, flat road, the odd blowhole on the side of the road. Under the Nullarbor there are massive caves, long tunnels of limestone and small blowholes as breathers throughout the countryside. There are blowholes on the right a couple of kms before Madura.

Madura to Eucla 182km Tuesday 25 May 2021 Day 12. It’s a big downhill from the start, then flat for 175 kms then climb up again to Eucla. This incredible landscape is the result of the ice age, when this 200 km x 100 km area dropped about 200 metres. The opposite of a flat top mesa or mountain.

Eucla - Rest Day Wednesday 26 May 2021 Day 13. Take it easy today. The accommodation is overlooking the coast, about 2 kilometres away, so we bus down to explore the original telegraph station, struggling to keep its roof above the sand drift. Swim in the surf, walk the beach, play cricket or just enjoy the beautiful feeling of living in the Australian outback, in the centre of the Great Australian Bight.

Eucla to Nullarbor 197km Thursday 27 May 2021 Day 14. Not far out of Eucla, you cross the border into , change of time zone. This day is tough but imagine how tough it was for Edward John Eyre and his fellow expeditioners as they crossed this desolate area, the true treeless area. At the Nullarbor Roadhouse check out the Aussie music icon murals in the bar, where you might end up playing pool with passing truck drivers or grey nomads. Don’t forget to look at the night sky to see the Southern Cross and other Southern Hemisphere constellations – there’s no light pollution out here.

Nullarbor to Nundroo 144km Friday 28 May 2021 Day 15. Departing at daybreak will be cold, but worthwhile as you divert 12 kms down to the whale watching platform overlooking nature’s nursery of many whale mothers and calves wallowing around close to the shoreline, gaining strength and experience before the migration south. Its then back on your bike to complete another big day.

Nundroo to Ceduna 152km Saturday 29 May 2021 Day 16. Another early start in this stunning landscape, magic sunshine everyday with the mist rising off the land, Ceduna is the other side of the true Nullarbor noted for its fishing industry, wheat farming, mineral sands and salt sales. It sits on the sandy curves of Murat Bay, where you can buy Aboriginal art and craftwork from the Arts & Culture Centre and play the last two holes of the Nullarbor Links at the Ceduna Golf Club.

Ceduna to Streaky Bay 111km Sunday 30 May 2021 Day 17. A beautiful ride, with millions of tiny cobwebs on the grasses and bushes, all glistening in the early sun. Cycling the coast to Streaky Bay is beautiful as is the town, with its must-see museum of sharks and sea life. Streaky Bay gets its name from Matthew Flinders, noting the streaks in the bay, apparently caused by underwater forests of kelp.

Streaky Bay - Rest Day Monday 31 May 2021 Day 18. After some seriously long days in the saddle you’ll be ready to put your feet up, and this is the place to do it. Streaky Bay is one of South Australia’s emerging tourism locations and the mosaic of pristine natural wonders and endless sandy beaches mixed with a great café scene, pop-up food vans and markets will give you all the opportunity you need to either explore or just relax. It’s a lovely laid-back vibe here in this charming location for you to enjoy your rest day.

Streaky Bay to Wudinna 134km Tuesday 1 June 2021 Day 19. Morning tea is enjoyed at Murphy’s Haystacks, which are incredible rock formations, windblown over time into fascinating shapes over a large area of farmland. We visit Port Kenny for lunch, then head back to the west-east road and granite belt of Wudinna, also noted as the gateway to the Gawler Ranges.

Wudinna to Kimba 101km Wednesday 2 June 2021 Day 20. Yesterday had a few humps and bumps - today they are bigger, climbing 200 metres in total. This healthy wheat and grain growing country was serviced by camel and bullock trains, before Kimba’s railhead opened, ending an era before the car, however the bike was around then and still is today.

Day to Day (cont). Kimba to Port Augusta 154km Thursday 3 June 2021 Day 21. What goes up, must come down - it’s 200 metres downhill today, with a few humps and interesting diversion to Iron Knob, where iron ore was mined, leaving a massive hole, a nearby abandoned town and struggling community. The museum is well worthwhile, also the mine town and people you meet. The push to Port Augusta is beautiful, the Gawler Ranges as backdrop, also the junction of the road to Alice Springs.

Port Augusta to Port Pirie 92km Friday 4 June 2021 Day 22. You cross the original bridge over the bay, then cycle parallel to the Flinders Ranges on the east, Spencer Gulf on the west and a flat road ahead. Port Germain is a lovely stop for lunch before Port Pirie, noted as the world’s largest lead smelter and a popular tourism drawcard.

Port Pirie to Clare 110km Saturday 5 June 2021 Day 23. Today we head inland, and you’ll be pleasantly calmed by the rolling green pastures and vineyards that unfold before you as you head into the Clare Valley - one of Australia’s favourite wine regions. It’s been a while since you will have seen such fertile ground after crossing such a tough landscape over the last three weeks. A final night at the Country Club in Clare is a contrast to many of our previous nights but it is a well-deserved treat after your effort across the Nullarbor.

Clare to Adelaide 97km Sunday 6 June 2021 Day 24. Our final day on the bikes! The rolling greens slowly give way to the greys of concrete and steel as you get closer to the city but you will also be impressed at the sight of Adelaide’s wonderful natural stone architecture of churches and other historic buildings. You may also appreciate the many choices of cappuccino shops and other CBD conveniences! Our final night is in a great location, with a celebratory dinner and one final tour debrief. Congratulations, a mighty effort across a massive expanse of land.

Adelaide – End of Tour Monday 7 June 2021 Day 25. Our tour officially disbands after breakfast today so either head home straight away or enjoy some time around the great city of Adelaide and its surrounds.

Frequently asked Questions

We are happy to answer any other questions you may have. Feel free to contact us at any time through our website ‘Contact Us’ page, phone or email. We love what we do and want to get you on the best bike ride for you. Speak to us about what’s on your mind and we’ll help you make your decision.

Support bus availability Our support bus is there to support the tour and also pick up riders who need to jump in for any reason. The bus is also sometimes used for part-time riders who only ride certain sections of each day – these are often partners of someone else on the ride. This vehicle can be quite popular on some days – especially long days or days with big hills! There is no shame in riding in this bus so if you are considering a tour and are ‘in the ball-park’ in terms of your fitness and preparedness, but not 100% sure if you will be up to it on the toughest days, just go for it – our vehicle and staff will be there to help out. It’s better to give it a try than to miss out altogether. If you feel that you are extremely far off the fitness level required and cannot commit to enough training that will get you fit in time then you may be better off booking a later ride or a different type of tour – just give us a call or email to discuss.

Bike type – which is best A comfortable road/racing bike or touring bike is best. Ask us for the ‘Training Tips’ document for this ride to get an idea of distances and speeds you need to train for.

Bike Hire We don’t have our own fleet of hire bikes but if you want to hire a bike just let us know and we can give you some options for hiring through a Perth hire shop or our local shop here in Melbourne (will be freighted to Perth, then AllTrails can return the bike to Melbourne). You can also bring your own seat and/or pedals to give you that little bit of ‘home comfort’.

Bike mechanical assistance provided A staff member with good bike mechanical knowledge will be part of our crew and will have a stand pump for different valves. The mechanic will often be able to help you with a safety check, general tips and advice about your bike and its upkeep, as well as fixing mechanical problems. We will have limited parts available for replacement which will be charged at shop prices. Labour is free for the first fifteen minutes, there after costs may be incurred at the mechanic’s discretion. Cyclists with rare or different bikes are asked to contact us at AllTrails as parts can often be very difficult to obtain.

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Accommodation on the Nullarbor tour We always try to obtain great accommodation in the best location for you to rest your weary head (and legs) whether it be a motel, hotel, B&B, cabins, lodge or similar. We try to select the best and most welcoming accom for cyclists and our tour group needs. On the Nullarbor tour we travel through some very small towns where accommodation is extremely limited, and sometimes there are no towns for hundreds of kilometres – only outback roadhouses. Some roadhouses are of a good standard and some are not so great. This is part of the experience in crossing the Nullarbor. Early bookers will have ensuite accommodation all the way. Later bookings will have up to 2 or 3 nights of accommodation with a shared bathroom and up to 1 or 2 camp nights (all camping gear supplied).

Sharing rooms – how does it work On your entry form you can nominate any travelling companions who you would like to share a room with or be accommodated near- by, and also request a double bed or twin (separate) beds. If you are travelling alone like many of our customers, a Single Supplement price is available for those who would like their own room for the whole trip. On some tours you can also choose to ‘twin share’ where single customers are paired with others of the same gender (often changed during the tour to allow solo travellers to meet other solo travellers). On other tours you may need to put your name down on a Twin Share Request List and we will try to match you up. If you are a snorer or have other habits that may affect your fellow roommates, we ask that you book your own room at the Single Supplement price.

Room types TWIN: If you are coming on your own and have booked in as twin share, this usually means that you will share a room with one other single twin share cyclist or crew member, however in some cases we may have larger rooms (eg. two-bedroom apartment or a B&B/house with multiple bathrooms) where we may have 3 or more single twin share travellers together. SINGLE: A Single Supplement booking usually means your own room with ensuite. On very rare occasions when we travel through small towns or we are limited in accommodation options for any reason single supplement bookers may share a larger unit/house/lodge with other single travellers of the same gender. You will have your own room but not necessarily your own ensuite.

Snorers can enjoy their own room If you are a chronic snorer or have other habits that may affect your fellow roommates, we suggest booking your own room (single supplement cost). This is not just a courtesy to your fellow travelling companions but will also give you the space & privacy you need to enjoy your sleep after a long day on the bike.

Weather May is the last month of Autumn. Expect maximum day temperatures around 21 degrees Celsius. It can get quite cool at night with avg minimums around 11 degrees Celsius. So cyclists will need arm warmers, leg warmers and gillet for the cool early starts. The ride should be mostly dry but pack a rain jacket in case. More details about what to pack in your ‘welcome’ information.

Carrying personal items on the bike We suggest you carry a spare tube, a full water bottle and your own personal goods such as phone, wallet and rain gear, on your bike with you. We transport your luggage, drawstring day bags, food & extra water. A more detailed list of things to bring and not bring is on our ‘Tour Preparation Guide’ which is sent out to you before the ride.

Meals and food Check tour details for meal inclusions on your ride. Our emphasis is on fresh food and balanced diet with plenty of carbohydrates, proteins, fruit and vegies. We successfully cater to most dietary requirements, however feel free to contact us with any questions. Most meals are included as part of our tours, however you may be required to purchase some meals.

Non-riding partners and part-time cyclists We realise that often our riders want to spend their holidays with loved ones who may not be a keen cyclist - we are happy to accommodate non-riding partners and part-timers who only want to ride part of each day, or only certain days. The entry price will be the same for part-time riders and usually non-riders as well depending on their tour plan. Contact us for more information.

Safe cycling across the Nullarbor There are different dangers in all types of cycling and locations. We have a great safety record and apologise in advance if our focus on safety gets annoying or boring, however our #1 aim is to get everyone home safe after a wonderful cycling experience. On the Nullarbor and other outback rides we are in constant communication with trucks via 2-way radio and display large yellow ‘Caution Cyclists’ signs as well as flashing safety lights on our vehicles. We have studied the route and point out potential and expected hazards at our briefings. We do as much as we can however cyclists have to play their part as well in having good bike lights, bright coloured jerseys, being aware of their surroundings (sometimes hazards are unexpected) and keeping well over to the side of the road where possible. We have trained First Aiders as crew, comprehensive First-Aid Kits, a list of hospitals in the areas that we travel through, as well as mobile phones and a satellite phone for emergency calls when we are out of cellular range. The safety efforts that we put in place is one of the reasons that make a ride like this possible for many cyclists who would not have the confidence to do it otherwise. cycling jersey, t-shirt etc. Contact our office for more details and information.

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Speak to a past client We will be happy to give you the names and telephone numbers of people who have participated in the ride or a similar ride to the one which you are considering. Where possible we will provide you with the details of someone within your city or state. Another good place to look is the ‘Testimonials’ page on our website alltrails.com.au.

Changing or cancelling a tour Should you wish to change your booking with AllTrails to a different tour, there will be a very reasonable service charge. We try to keep this figure as low as possible to allow flexibility where we can as we want to make sure that you get on the right tour for you. For cancellation and refund policies for your tour click the ‘T&Cs’ tab on the relevant tour page of our website. If you need to cancel your tour, a travel insurance policy will cover cancellation fees due to most unforeseen events. This is why we provide links to travel insurance options and highly recommend that you investigate and purchase travel insurance for all our rides (including Australian domestic tours) at the time of deposit and ensure that it includes coverage for cancellation fees if for some reason you are not able to travel (see Travel Insurance FAQ). For our international tours we require all participants to have Travel Insurance to assist you in the event of a medical emergency, lost baggage, personal liability, cancelled tour or other trip related issues.

Packing tips We recommend you bring a soft bag or backpack if you can, rather than a suitcase which is bulkier and more difficult to stow on board vehicles. You may be required to lift or carry your own luggage from time to time, e.g. into accommodation. We expect your bag to be no heavier than 15kg, making it easy to manage for you and the staff. Excess luggage may need to be stored or forwarded on to your final destination at your own expense. Information about what to pack is included as part of your pre-departure information. Generally, we advise to pack as light as possible.

Group discounts Bring your friends and save some money! Many of our tours have group discounts for 3 or more entrants. Check out the ‘pricing’ on each tour’s information PDF to see if group discounts apply to that tour. This generally excludes any optional extras such pre and post tour accommodation,

What sorts of people join our tours? People from all parts of Australia and some overseas guests. Ages generally range from 35 – 75 with the average age about 50-60 years old. Adventurous cyclists usually about 40% women & 60% men with a mix of singles, friends and couples.

Training for AllTrails tours You really need to be a reasonably keen cyclist – not necessarily fast, but consistent. Try to sit on an average speed of at least 20-25 km/hr on the flat and build your kilometre total distance in training to be out on the bike for a number of hours for two days straight. Aim to ride close to the average daily distance of your chosen tour on each of the days if you can. This will usually put you in a good position to be ready for your tour. We have a training schedule specific to each ride which we send to you after you place your deposit, however we are more than happy to send this to you earlier when you are considering the tour – just ask us for a copy and we will get it out to you straight away.

Why book with us? We only run 10-15 tours per year, always adding fresh destinations each year. This makes every tour as special to us as it is to you because we are not operating the same rides repeatedly week-in week-out - we are just as excited to be there as you. On most occasions the owner-operators of the business will be on tour with you and the reassurance that comes with that is one of many great reasons to have confidence in booking your cycling holiday with us.

We are a proud Australian-owned company, with the privilege of taking cyclists to the small towns and communities all over the country, supporting regional economies and offering cyclists the opportunity to experience the hospitality of Australia outside the big cities. We have earned a top reputation in the cycle tour industry through hard work, dedication and genuine care for every person on every tour. Our longevity in the industry and large community of loyal AllTrails clients who keep coming back year after year are testament to the high standard of tours that we provide. We consider ourselves the best in the business and we always make sure that our tours represent a high-quality product at a fair price.