You are loving your riding and now want to go on an mtb trip, further a field?
We got you.
If you do a quick search you will come across a plethora of companies offering mountain bike tours or mountain bike holidays, but some of these may be more suited to the beginner end of the spectrum or just look a bit rubbish.
What we have listed is quality companies that cater to riders who know how to ride and are looking for unique destinations challenge themselves, ride impressive trails, with great guides and in good company – all killer, no filler.
These trips are generally for intermediate to advanced riders riding enduro/all mountain bikes, on technical terrain. While many have uplift options, a good base of bike fitness is also recommended.
With a mixture of both guided and self-guided options, these companies offer mountain biking trips across the world, at prime mountain bike destinations.
What to look for in MTB Trip Operator
Choosing the right mountain bike tour company for you and your group can be tricky, but if you have a group where your riding abilities are pretty similar, your likely to make a good decision with any of the operators listed here.
Some areas to consider, when choosing a mountain bike holiday include
- Tour types: Do you want a guided vs self-guided tour? Are you looking for a multi-day expedition or base camp style out and back day trips?
- Riding terrain: Are the trails suitable for your (and group) skills level and style? Is there a shuttle available? What type of elevation is involved?
- Bike and gear: Do they have the option of hiring bikes and what are the bikes on offer? Are you required to bring your own bike? Do they have e-bikes available? What type of maintenance support is provided (if any)?
- Group size: What is the max size of the group and how many guides, per group? What is the minimum number for the tour to commence?
- Local knowledge: Do you get experienced guides with local insight?
- Safety: What is available in terms of first aid readiness, emergency situations, and backup vehicles?
Top 11 Mountain Bike Tour Companies Around the WorldÂ
We have scoured the internet, so you don’t have to, to select tour companies who get it when it comes to a true all-mountain mtb riding experience. Many of these companies specialise in that 6 inch travel of riding and have destinations and guides that are primed for it
Selected MTB Trip Companies
Here are eleven outstanding companies that offer world-class MTB adventures:
Sacred Rides
For close to 30 years, these guys have been taking punters on epic rides around the world. Now specialising in MTB, e-MTB and Gravel, they are a principally a mountain bike focused company and plan destinations accordingly.
Locations: Global (Peru, Nepal, Canada, Spain, New Zealand.)
Highlights: Focus on cultural immersion and local impact, multi-day epic rides.
H + I Adventures
Based out of Scotland, with mountain bike specific tours spanning 6 continents, you are bound to find a destination that works. Great reviews, great website and after a couple of minutes perusing the trips on offer, you’ll already start mentally planning how to make it happen. Specialists in MTB and eMTB.
Locations: Europe, Asia, Africa, Americas
Highlights: Premium small-group tours, expert guides, diverse global destinations.
All Mountain Rides
This New Zealand based company has trips in destinations such as Peru, Italy, Nepal and Australia with excellent reviews, quality guides and great logistics.
Locations: Peru, Italy, Nepal, Australia
Chasing Epic
If North America is more your vibe and want quality locations and guiding, then maybe Chasing Epic will suit your needs. We are talking the classic mtb towns and ride locations of Colorado, Idaho, North Carolina, Utah and British Columbia.
These trips are not necessarily list or van assisted, so be prepared to be ride fit before considering. They even provide a comprehensive training program to get you ready.
Big Mountain
The Big Mountain crew is not messing around with a comprehensive collection of global ride destinations. This is bucket list stuff, with All Mountain riding in places like the Dolomites, Italy, Peru, Croatia, Switzerland, Morocco – big locations, big riding, Big Mountain!
Depending on the location, you may have lift. Gondola, train or van assisted riding. These trips are those legacy birthday trips with a couple of mates, riding in spectacular country.
Wandering Wheels
Based out of Revelstoke, Canada, Wandering Wheels has a solid collection of Canada based tours as well as longer international destinations – think 12-14 days in places like Nepal and Peru.
On top of the multi-day mtb trips, Wandering Wheels offer day tours around Revelstoke for van assisted, eMTB and all-pedal riding.
Atlas Ride Co.
Atlas Ride Co is based out of Bath in the UK and Morzine in France. Their ride destinations are extensive, with a heavy focus on Europe and the UK (and throw in a Whistler trip for good measure) locations.
They also have separate eMTB tours and can cater to both larger groups and singles/couples in shared accommodation.
Trail Addiction
The trail addiction team seem to have been putting group mountain bike rides, what seems like forever. Often seeing their ads in UK mountain bike magazines, back in the day.
Trail Addiction have a specialisation in Les Arcs and the surrounding resorts, within the Savoie valley, with an NZ trip thrown in, just to mix it up.
Solid reviews and over 20 years of experience offering tours, Trail Addiction will ensure your MTB holiday delivers on food, accommodation, logistics and of course, memory making riding.
Freeride Maderia
As the name suggests, these guys are specialist in Maderia, Portugal and offer van assisted, single and multi-day tours for both mtb and eMTB riders.
Based out of Funchal, Maderia their pricing is pretty good, with airport transfer included. The offer includes 5 days or riding and 7 days of accommodation.
With their pedigree in organising rounds of the Enduro World Series, back in the day, you can sure the riding and logistics are on point for your mtb trip.
Basque MTB
Want to stay on the continent and eat incredible pinxtos in cosy bars, after some great riding you have had? Yes me too and the Basque MTB tours might be perfect for you.
Riding throughout the Pyrenees and coastal locations of the Basque region in Spain, BasqueMTB offer various options of van assisted, multi day riding.
Established in 2008, they have a history of delivering a high quality mountain bike tour experience, in one of the great European regions, with plenty of glowing reviews to back it up.
Switch Backs
A Spain mtb tour specialist with rides in the Sierra Nevada. With a well-connected airport out of Malaga or Granada, the Switch Backs team offer van and assisted, All-Mountain riding throughout the Summer and Winter seasons.
This is another company that has been in it for the long haul, leading tours in this region for over 25 years.
Mountain Bike Tours – Honourable Mentions
Here are 3 other honorable mentions, which could easily be in the main list, of quality mountain bike travel companies.
Ride Sierra Nevada
MTB Adventures
Norrona Adventure
How Much Do Mountain Bike Tours Cost?
So what are we looking at when costing up one of these mtb tours? If you are planning this out and pulling together a group of friends on a trip, then the below gives a good overview of what you are up for.
Each operator listed here has detailed pricing on each tour and clear indication of what is and is not included.
Don’t forget about insurance and ensure you are covered for mountain biking.
- Day tours: $100–$300 depending on location and inclusions.
- Multi-day tours: $1,000–$5,000+ (depending on accommodation, guides, and location).
- Luxury tours: Up to $7,000+ for premium gear, private guides, and high-end lodging.
Prices typically include lodging, meals, transport, and bike rental/support. Some mtb trips have transfers included, whilst others do not. Check the details so that there are no surprises.
MTB Trip Companies – Final Thoughts
Finding a good mtb trip company can be half the battle. However, making a selection from one of the companies listed above, will put you in a good position. Most of these companies have been leading and guiding intermediate and advanced riders for multiple years. Applying in-depth knowledge of the terrain and taking care of the hospitality and logistics stress, from planning the trip yourself.
All that is left, is too choose which destination you would like to go and which crew you are pulling together to experience, in many cases, a lifetime, bucket list journey. Plan it out, start booking and enjoy!
