Kos Island Private MTB Day Tour

Guided MTB Day Tours on the Kos Island
(approx. 20-30km, 450-600 elevation meters, Level 2)

DIFFICULTY 90%

SCENERY 60%

TRACK LENGTH 70%

SKILLS 85%

FAVORITE 95%

A mountain biking day trip to Kos from Bodrum can be easily organised thanks to the daily ferry connections, and as with the island having so much to offer it is definitely worthwhile. Cycle Turkey offers guided MTB day tours on Kos, starting and ending in Bodrum.

In the last few years, an extensive trail network has been built on Kos, making it a dream-destination for mountain bikers from all around the world. The mountain rising behind the town of Kos is covered in lush forests and has the ideal terrain for an incredible biking experience, be it on the technically demanding paths or the wonderful flow trails. The route can be adapted to suit the riding preferences of the participants. If you love mountain biking, you are sure to fall in love with Kos!

The minimum number of participants is 4. If the number of participants is not reached, 4 pax fee will be charged.

Highlights

	Culture: Biking through typical Turkish villages will give you an authentic insight into the everyday life and culture of the people and their country.
	Nature: The Bodrum Peninsula is an enchanting paradise with its magnificent forests, fantastic nature trails and spectacular beaches.
	Activity: Along the way there will be the opportunity to have a refreshing swim in the clear, blue sea.
	Cuisine: For lunch (included in the tour) you will have the chance to try a number of different Turkish delicacies.

Itinerary & Good to Know

8:30am – The meeting point for the tour is in front of the St. Peter Fortress in Bodrum. Here you will be given your rental gear (MTB, rucksack, helmet for rent). Your rental bike will be adjusted to you with the help of our experienced guides. This will be followed by a safety briefing and a detailed explanation of the planned bike tour.

9:30am – Crossing to the island of Kos. The bike tour begins in Kos town and leads through fragrant pine forest on gently ascending natural trails, leading to the top of the mountain. A panoramic section along the ridge will quickly have you forgetting any exhaustion from the climb as you take in the breath-taking views of the Aegean Sea. The tour continues along varied trails in the direction of Kos town, where we will have a lunch break before cycling on through olive groves to the seaside village of Lambi. Here there will be the opportunity to have a well-deserved swimming break on the beautiful sandy beach before returning to Kos Town.

4:30pm – Crossing from Kos and return of rental gear on arrival in Bodrum.

Good to know

You will need to have a valid identity card (in some cases) or passport (valid for at least 6 months) for entry into and departure from Greece and Turkey.
Please note that a certain basic level of fitness and safe cycling technique is required for this tour.
Please dress appropriately for an MTB tour. You are more than welcome to bring your own click pedals and saddle. We will be happy to mount them on your rental bike.
Helmets are mandatory on our guided group tours. If you do not have your own helmet, you will be given one with your rental bike.
You will be given a rucksack along with your rental MTB for storing drinking water and any personal belongings you wish to have with you on the tour.
There are no time restrictions! Our aim is to have a tour during which you can enjoy the beautiful surroundings without feeling rushed. The guides will provide you with detailed information and a map of the route.
We suggest that you bring some money for personal expenses such as drinks.
If you need medication along the way, please take it with you. Please do not use perfume or deodorant on the day of the trip, both attract wasps and bees.
Make sure you remember to bring a swimsuit and a towel for swimming breaks.
Please note that your participation in our day tours is at your own risk. No claims can be made against Cycle Turkey in case of damage or loss of your own equipment or in case of injury. Before the tour you will be asked to sign an agreement to this effect.

Bikes

	Full Suspension Mountain BikesFor our mountain bike tours we use only high-quality full suspension rental bikes, with components perfectly suited to the Mediterranean terrain and the technical demands associated with it. In order to conserve energy levels on longer ascends and to maximize stoke on trail descents our lightweight fullys mainly host 27.5 inch rims, 140 – 150 mm travel, Fox shocks and suspension, Shimano or SRAM gear and break systems as well as a dropper post.	Bike
	E-MTBCube Stereo Hybrid 140 Race 500 27.5The Cube Stereo Hybrid 140 Race 500 27.5 has an interminable name, though much easier to ride than pronounce while climbing a steep hill. The Stereo Hybrid uses a finely finished aluminium frame with sharp angles and a robust, industrial presence, 27.5” wheels and the excellent Bosch Performance CX motor in the belly.