Day 1 : Arrive at our base in Diss, stay in a local hotel and take time to explore this mediaeval market town with it’s historic centre, traditional shops and quaint museum - all centred around a beautiful 6 acre lake.
Day 2 : Cycle North East following quiet lanes along the route of the beautiful Waveney Valley. Options to stop at 100th Bomb Group Museum at Thorpe Abbots or explore the amazing timber architecture of Wingfield College before having lunch in the small market town of Harleston. The afternoon ride heads for the Aviation Museum at Flixton before we reach market town of Bungay situated in a loop of the river Waveney and boasting a ruined castle, restored theatre and ancient market place. Overnight stay in a small local hotel or farmhouse B & B.
Day 3 : Turn North taking the National Cycle Route 1 towards Norwich. The route passes through Loddon and numerous quaint villages before running parallel to the River Ware as you approach the outskirts of Norwich. Cycle through Norwich on National Cycle Route 1 and visit the Norman Castle or the magnificent 11th Century Cathedral. A further option to visit the Norwich Aviation Museum before arriving at an excellent hotel North of Norwich.
Day 4 : Cycle along a former train track and then quiet country lanes to Gressenhall with its amazing 19th Century Working Farm and Rural Life Museum based in a former Workhouse. Alternatively take the option to visit Wymondham’s famous Abbey followed by the historic Georgian village of Hingham. Overnight stay near Dereham in a high quality B & B or small country hotel.
Day 5 : Turning towards our base in Diss you can travel back in time on the Mid Norfolk Heritage Railway at Dereham, as bikes are welcomed on board you have the option to save a few miles and rest any weary legs! In the afternoon you will cycle past numerous World War II airfields with many abandoned runways still visible. Further options available to visit New Buckenham Castle with it’s massive circular tower or take a trip round England’s only whisky distillery at East Harling. |
Most of our tours are suitable for Panniers, we use 2 lightweight Panniers per bike each the size of a medium rucksack, look at our Pannier Page on the right hand menu. 
