Experience these 5 famous cycling holidays

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Cappadocia, Turkey

Mountain-biking tours of every level and duration through some of the most impressive terrain in the world. Set dates and custom options at www.argeus.com.tr.

The Haute Route

Live like a professional racer in a week-long mass participation road bike challenge through the Alps, Pyrenees or Dolomites. Strictly hardcore; www.hauteroute.org.

Livigno, Italy

Superb high-mountain flow trails, epic all-mountain descents and bike park backflips are on tap in one of the world's leading mountain-bike resorts. Guided or self-orientated; www.livigno.eu.

Taiwan

Take on the challenge of the newly opened 940km road cycle route around Taiwan. Rolling and rugged with solo, semi or fully supported options. Check out www.giantcyclingworld.com for organised options.

Chiang Mai’s backwaters

Wind your way through the back roads and dirt trails of northern Thailand on two wheels. Temples and treats around every corner. All levels; www.northerntrails.com.