For too long, the end of summer has signalled a sombre ritual for motorcycle enthusiasts: covering our bikes and shelving our helmets, resigned to waiting out the winter months. Yet, somewhere out there, perfect riding conditions await—reachable by just a short ferry or flight. These havens not only promise an ideal riding climate but also immerse you in fascinating cultures, historic landmarks, and tantalising local cuisine.
Imagine crossing the High Atlas mountains of Morocco, before sleeping under the stars in the Sahara Desert. Or carving your way through the sweeping alpine passes and coastal highways of New Zealand and the rugged wilderness of Patagonia. Or being taught off-road skills by the instructors who run the GS Trophy before taking to the trails of the Sierra Nevada in Southern Spain.
As the colder months approach once more, the open road is calling, offering pristine roads and unspoiled views. So lace your boots up and hit the road with a group of friends this winter.
“While most are hibernating, we are exploring the untamed beauty of Morocco’s deserts, the rugged trails and coastal roads of Southern Spain, the volcanic vistas of the Canary Islands, the wild landscapes of Patagonia, and the breathtaking backroads of New Zealand. Now is the time to get in the saddle, to see the world at its most authentic, outside the tourist season, and to ride through some of the planet’s most extraordinary scenery.”
Felix Billington
ESCAPE THIS WINTER
8 days
STARTS Malaga, SPAIN
14/11/2026 – 21/11/2026
Starting near Malaga, our Algarve Adventure is an 8 day guided off-road tour through southern Spain and Portugal for experienced riders on big adventure bikes, with a training day, two nights in Tavira, a support vehicle, and a technical route to the Algarve coast.
Sip hill-grown coffee on Doi Mae Salong, watch the Mekong turn at the Golden Triangle, and trace the legendary 1,864 bends of the Mae Hong Son loop. Over 14 days from Chiang Mai, experience Thailand at its most elevated. Truly world-class riding, boutique luxury hotels, remarkable food and immersive South-East Asian culture.
8 days
STARTS Malaga, SPAIN
13/11/2027 – 20/11/2027
Starting near Malaga, our Algarve Adventure is an 8 day guided off-road tour through southern Spain and Portugal for experienced riders on big adventure bikes, with a training day, two nights in Tavira, a support vehicle, and a technical route to the Algarve coast.
Sip hill-grown coffee on Doi Mae Salong, watch the Mekong turn at the Golden Triangle, and trace the legendary 1,864 bends of the Mae Hong Son loop. Over 14 days from Chiang Mai, experience Thailand at its most elevated. Truly world-class riding, boutique luxury hotels, remarkable food and immersive South-East Asian culture.
8 days
STARTS Malaga, SPAIN
11/11/2028 – 18/11/2028
Starting near Malaga, our Algarve Adventure is an 8 day guided off-road tour through southern Spain and Portugal for experienced riders on big adventure bikes, with a training day, two nights in Tavira, a support vehicle, and a technical route to the Algarve coast.
Sip hill-grown coffee on Doi Mae Salong, watch the Mekong bend at the Golden Triangle, and ride the legendary 1,864 bends of the Mae Hong Son loop. Over 14 days from Chiang Mai, experience Thailand at its most elevated: world-class mountain roads, boutique stays, remarkable food, and deep northern Thai culture.
16 days
STARTS Kyoto, JP
BEST TIME TO GO: Sept to Nov, Mar to Apr
Tea and temples in old Kyoto, a night in temple lodgings on sacred Kōyasan, samurai-country runs to Himeji, and time off the bike for Miyajima’s floating torii. Ten unhurried riding days, four deep-dive culture days. Japan by saddle, at your pace.