Rhodes
Challenge Series IV
Challenge Series IV
Sunshine, quiet roads and delicious Greek food creates an ideal location for our next Njinga Challenge.
Colossus of Rhodes
Join us for ride No. IV of our exciting Challenge Series, a unique opportunity to explore the Greek island of Rhodes by bike and its beautiful quiet roads, incredible food and amazing beaches with one epic day to challenge the legs.
You'll have the chance to visit picturesque villages, explore ancient ruins, and discover hidden gems along the way.
This trip includes spacious accommodation, delicious local cuisine, and plenty of opportunities to relax and unwind on the beach or by exploring the village.
Join us today and get ready for an unforgettable Greek adventure.
What is the Challenge Series?
"There are many cycling operations around, but Njinga Cycling truly want their clients to have a great time. Their attention to detail is second to none, this is why they are so different!"
Trip Details
ITINERARY
Mid afternoon warm up ride to the end of the island to stretch the legs and see the breathtaking Prasonisi beach where the east coast meets the west.
(Distance dependant on arrival time that day).
DAY 2: Njinga Challenge Ride (114km & 2000m)
We'll head in land on quiet roads and climb up to the highest villages on the island passing famous monasteries, national pine forests and olive groves. We will be climbing for roughly 29km and gaining over 550m, before descending down the west coast of the island, experiencing incredible views of the sea. Finally we return back to the East coast, finishing on the beach for celebratory drinks and a swim before the sun goes down. Lunch and coffee stops on route.
DAY 3: The Little Goat (61km & 620m)
Heading back in land we climb up to the mountainous villages of Profilia and Istrios before descending down along the beautiful and rugged west coast road. This ride will have you earning your coffee and mountain view as we'll have a 4km (optional) timed climb segment up to Profilia to see who earns the Njinga mountain goat bragging rights. Lunch and coffee stops on route.
Early morning ride before check out to see the famous Monastery in Skiadi. There will be a shorter unsupported 37km ride available for those that prefer a chilled ride along the coast to do some last minute shopping or simply to grab a coffee at the beach and get your last swim in.
"The rides were beautiful but challenging with a fantastic group of riders. As always Togo seemed to get that little bit extra out of us all, and I was left feeling invigorated and enthusiastic about my riding." Martin Francis
Want a sneak peak of some of the spectacular roads we will be exploring?
Who Is This For?
Elevation
Dates
Price
Single Supplement £105
ACCOMMODATION
* Each villa sleeps between 1 and 4 people, (single supplement is possible) with access to our own private pool area.
* There is also plenty of space for "non-riders", so partners are welcome to join with close proximity to the beach to relax and explore during the day.
* The accommodation we choose is focused on bringing everyone together to recount the days riding, while still having your own privacy to retreat for a post ride nap.
* We have been told it’s the community feel, camaraderie and group support, no matter what level of rider, that keeps everyone coming back.
"Even when I felt like giving up you were there to help me through. It did not feel like a group or team - it felt more like a cycling family."
Clare Long
Highlights
Prasonisi Beach
National Forest
Incredible landscapes and quiet, open roads.
Monolithos
Lunch in Lindos
A perfect place for lunch & a swim in beautiful St Paul's Bay on day 4.
"Stunning scenery, empty roads, a challenging few days riding that made great early season training. Food and hospitality were second to none. An excellent and highly recommended 4 days... with a touch of mountain rain making for a richer experience!
DELICIOUS FOOD
However this time we are mixing things up a little.
* We've been going to this village for more than 30 years and know all the best places to get a true taste of "mamas Greek cooking."
* We will therefore still be preparing the perfect breakfast for you each morning to ensure your body is fuelled correctly for your days cycling adventure. However, at night we will leave it to the experts so you get a true taste of all the flavours and love put into traditional Greek cooking.
* Post ride smoothies and G&Ts by the pool will ALWAYS be part of our trips but this time we'll also be able to walk down to the beach for sundowners.
* We can cater for vegan and gluten free for an additional cost.
CAMARADERIE AND SUPPORT
* The difference is doing a cycling tour where you get to meet new friends while also sharing the road with existing mates from past tours or rideouts back home. The focus on these trips is fun, laughter and sharing new experiences together.
"The evenings are a perfect wind down, great food, little bit of wine and lots of banter. Really awesome trip!" Sam Taylor
Training Options
Sign up to this Challenge Series Trip and get 10% off our monthly Academy membership which includes multiple climbing training plans - the perfect preparation for this exciting challenge.
Pricing
BOOKING TERMS:
- A non-refundable deposit of £250 is required when you sign up to reserve your space online.
- We then require the remaining total balance no later than 12 weeks prior to our departure date. (ie. no later than 13th July).
- Final payments must be made by bank transfer.
- If you are signing up after the 13th July, you will be expected to pay the total amount in full, via bank transfer.
- See FAQS below for our Covid and Cancellation policies
£899pp sharing
Njinga Cycling Academy members save £60 & receive a Limited Edition Njinga Challenge Series IV Hoodie. *
What is included:
- 4 x nights accommodation based on 2 sharing. (Single supplement £105)
- 4 x nutritionally enhanced buffet breakfasts each morning to provide energy for the day
- 4 x dinners served family style taking in the delicious local cuisine at our favourite spots in the village
- 4 x post ride protein recovery smoothies (high quality, natural, gluten, dairy and soy free)
- Poolside Gin & Tonics each evening as the sun sets
- British cycling coach support (highly experienced)
- Post ride stretch sessions by PT and cycling coach
- Guided by expert Njinga ride captain navigating and setting the pace of the peloton
- GPX files of routes
- Full itinerary provided
EXCLUDES:
- Single Supplement: £105
- Cost of flights and transfers from the airport.
- Personal and bike insurance (ESSENTIAL SINCE COVID)
- Additional alcohol
- Cost to bring a non riding partner (contact us for additional costs)
- Additional days (contact us for pricing and to discuss)
* Academy Discount
- You must be an Academy member for minimum 3 months to qualify for the discount.
- Excludes members who are on a trial membership as part of a 4 or 8 week group training programme.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
WHAT IS INCLUDED?
4 x nights accommodation based on 2 sharing
4 x nutritionally enhanced buffet breakfast each morning to provide energy for the day
4 x dinners served family style taking in the delicious local cuisine
4 x post ride protein recovery smoothies (high quality, natural, gluten, dairy and soy free)
Poolside Gin & Tonics each evening as the sun sets
British cycling coach support (highly experienced, endurance cyclist)
Post ride stretching by PT and cycling coach
Guided by expert Njinga ride captain navigating and setting the pace of the peloton
GPX files of routes
Full itinerary provided
WHAT IS EXCLUDED?
Single Supplement £105
Cost of flights and transfers from the airport
Personal and bike insurance (ESSENTIAL WITH COVID)
Additional alcohol
Lunch/coffee stops along the route each day
Any mechanical spare parts
Special dietary requirement cost is additional £40
Cost to bring a non riding partner (contact us for additional costs)
Additional days (contact us for pricing and to discuss)
IS IT RIDE CAPTAIN SUPPORTED?
Yes, there will be a ride Captain/coach leading the ride each day at a min 23 kph pace. Depending on group ability, stronger riders can start slightly later each day or ride ahead to coffee stop if needed. Everyone will receive all the route GPX files prior to departure.
DO I NEED INSURANCE?
Yes, travel insurance is a must, particularly with all the Covid uncertainty and changes happening. We will do our best to ensure the trip goes ahead as planned but please see our Covid specific policy below.
WHAT IS YOUR COVID POLICY IF THE TRIP HAS TO BE CANCELLED?
If the trip is affected by any changes implemented by the government in either the UK or Greece we will do the following:
- If we are unable to travel on the specified dates due to new travel restrictions put in place, we will offer you a credit towards another trip later in the year.
- If you test positive for Covid prior to departure and are no longer able to travel, we will do our best to try and accommodate you on a future trip but we are a small business and unfortunately can not absorb the cost for any changes out of our control. We shall have no liability to you for any refunds, compensation, losses, costs, expenses or damages you incur. These are risks which you must protect through obtaining comprehensive travel insurance which includes cover against any COVID-19 issues or incidents which may affect your booking.
- We are not responsible for any flights or other relevant expenses you may be liable for in the event of having to cancel so strongly recommend you take out travel insurance as suggested above.
WHAT IF THE TRIP HAS TO BE CANCELLED FOR OTHER REASONS?
If there is any other reason the trip has to be cancelled which is out of our control, we will transfer your payment onto another trip running later in the year. If it is due to our own decision, we will refund you the full amount already paid.
In both instances we are not responsible for any flights or other relevant expenses you may be liable for in the event of having to cancel so strongly recommend you take out travel insurance as suggested above.
WHAT IS YOUR CANCELLATION/REFUND POLICY?
If you are no longer able to make the trip and need to cancel, you have the following options:
2 months or more from date of departure - you lose your £250 deposit only
0-2 months from date of departure and you have already paid the full balance, 0% refund
If however you are able to find a replacement rider, there will be a £30 charge to transfer the booking into someone else’s name provided you find someone and they pay the full amount owed.
WHAT ABILITY OF RIDER DO I NEED TO BE?
As there are multiple back to back days of riding with a fair amount of climbing, we recommend you are comfortable maintaining a speed of 23 kph & 80-120km