Soulfit Adventures Cycling Retreats - what's it all about?
My own love for travel began, like many of us, in my 20s. I spent seven incredible years living and working across Europe, immersing myself in the magic of different cultures. Travel changed me—it opened my heart, broadened my mind, and planted the seeds for a lifelong journey of exploration.
Back in Australia, I built a career in hospitality and event management, curating everything from star-studded film premieres to high-energy corporate events. But in 2009, I hit a wall. Burnt out and craving something more meaningful, I knew it was time to reset. That’s when I fell in love with cycling.
I quickly discovered how beautifully yoga complements cycling—balancing strength with flexibility and helping the mind and body recover. Inspired by this harmony, I brought together my passions for travel, cycling, and yoga to create Soulfit Adventures.
Today, our retreats offer more than just a chance to ride through breathtaking landscapes. They’re an opportunity to reconnect—with yourself, with like-minded people, and with the world around you. We focus on creating an inclusive and supportive space for people of all backgrounds. Whether you're a seasoned cyclist or just starting out on your cycling journey, our retreats are designed to challenge, inspire, and rejuvenate.
As your host, I handle all the details so you can focus on soaking in the experience—cycling scenic routes, exploring vibrant cultures, and finding moments of peace.
Let Soulfit Adventures be your next step toward adventure, and a deeper connection to life.
I can’t wait to ride with you.
Virginia
Founder, Soulfit Adventures
At Soulfit Adventures, we don’t just plan cycling retreats—we create experiences that nourish the mind, body, and soul.
If you’re someone who loves the thrill of adventure, the beauty of new cultures, and the sense of freedom that comes with being on two wheels, our retreats are made for you. We combine the joy of cycling with the luxury of retreat-style relaxation, while staying true to values of responsible travel and supporting local communities.
Soulfit Adventures retreats are held in unique locations chosen for their stunning natural beauty, cultural diversity, access to the great outdoors and away from the tourist crowds. We offer a unique portfolio with each one of our escapes designed to cater to the needs of all our participants, in their quest for a once in a lifetime experience.
Designed for cycling enthusiasts, who want to take time out from their busy lives or to simply enjoy a cycling holiday with a difference. Participants enjoy small groups, never exceeding twelve people. We not only welcome but we encourage non-cycling friends and spouses.
Soulfit Adventures, take the upmost care to ensure responsible travel with an aim to positively benefit the local community. Groups stay in locally owned accommodation and we use only local guides, drivers and assistants where possible to ensure that the local communities benefit not only in the short term but in the long term.
The retreats have been designed to give you the chance to be as active or as restful as you choose whilst experiencing the sights, scents, tastes and atmosphere of a country in a way that you might previously not considered.
We truly believe that we offer our participants a once in a lifetime experience in some of the worlds most beautiful locations.
Founder & Creator - Virginia Slevin
We'd like to be crystal clear here: Soulfit adventures is not a travel agent. We do not book, sell or ticket airfares for our groups. We work closely with our licensed travel agent partners, IATA travel professionals, who belong to the Travel Compensation Fund. We do what Soulfit Adventures does best, we design fantastic, creative, holistic and authentic cycling experiences available in conjunction with the best local suppliers in each retreat location.
So - you'll need a flight to join our group but we don't do that bit. If you decide you'd like to come along, we'll provide you with options to contact our preferred travel agent, you arrange your own flights, book with your agent or online - that's up to you.
Tour Manager v Travel Agent
It's impossible to leave nothing but footprints and Soulfit Adventures recognises the environmental and social responsibilities that come with being a tour operator. We continually strive to reduce any negative environmental and cultural impacts of our trips on the regions we visit. The very nature of travel means we have an impact on the cultures we visit, so we try to make it a positive one by encouraging travelers to consider the benefits of offsetting their travel with Carbon Credits.
There are many considerations to responsible travel and none of us have all the answers. The fact that you are thinking about them is a good start. Soulfit Adventures is a boutique company and we aim for an evnironmentially-friendly office in the following ways:
We try to be as paper free as possible
(e.g. using email whenever appropriate, down loadable itineraries and trip notes).
We recycle all paper, plastics, cardboard, tin, glass and food scrapes.
We minimise the energy used in the office by not leaving equipment on
standby and switch off all computers, lights and unnecessary power each night.
Thank you for caring and being a responsible traveller!
If you have any questions relating to any of the above, please contact us.