The Slow Cyclist

Where To Go in August

August is Europe's holiday month, so we look for cooler spots: high valleys, river towns and mountain highlands. Armenia's highlands stay cool and see few other travellers, and Quercy in south-west France is at its warmest and driest towards the end of the month. Norway is also quiet by late August once the summer crowds have gone. Long, easy evenings, and fewer people.
The Velentre Bridge in Cahors, Quercy

Where we recommend for August

  • France | Classic |

    Quercy

    From £4,395 per person

    Quercy, in France's Lot Valley, is at its warmest and driest at the end of August, with long dry spells that suit riding along the rivers and through medieval bastide towns. It's quieter than neighbouring Dordogne, but you still get golden stone, walnut orchards and warm evenings that go on long past dinner. A good choice if you want summer in France without the crowds.

  • Armenia | Classic |

    Armenian Highlands

    From £3,595 per person

    We chose Armenia partly because August can be crowded elsewhere in Europe. The highlands are cool and quiet at the end of the month, with very few other tourists, but still have the warmth and colour of summer. It's a good time to explore a little-known country at an unhurried pace, taking in the monasteries, villages and food as you go.

Available journeys in August