GREAT VIC BIKE RIDE

Location: VIC
Date: Monday, November 30, 2026

The Great Vic Bike Ride is designed to provide you with an unforgettable cycling experience through Victoria's spectacular countryside. This beloved event combines challenging rides with genuine community spirit, offering an accessible and immersive adventure that lets you truly connect with Victoria's breathtaking landscapes and welcoming towns.

The reimagined structure features two-night stays at each campsite, creating space for both epic rides and local exploration. With all the hallmarks that have made the Great Vic legendary—comprehensive support, vibrant camp life, and extraordinary camaraderie—this edition promises to deliver the perfect balance of cycling challenge and relaxed enjoyment.

Date: Monday, 30 November - Friday, 4 December 2026

Location: Bendigo | Castlemaine | Trentham | Creswick

Event Type: Supported multi-day cycling tour

Distance Options: Variety of daily distances with optional loop rides

The new format features a thoughtfully designed route through regional Victoria with a refreshing twist: two-night stays at each campsite that minimise packing and maximise exploration. The event structure combines transit days between towns with loop ride days, giving you flexibility to choose your challenge or take it easy.

Ride Structure:

  • Monday: First riding day to new campsite
  • Tuesday: Loop ride day (optional distances)
  • Wednesday: Transit to new campsite
  • Thursday: Loop ride day (optional distances)
  • Friday: Final ride to finish site

Optional pre-event camping available on Sunday evening for a relaxed start.

  • All-inclusive packages from $170/day (Bicycle Network member price)
  • Early bird pricing available

Registration includes:

  • All meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner)
  • Premium camping spots in the heart of each town
  • Luggage transfers between sites
  • Comprehensive on-route support
  • Nightly entertainment
  • Event merchandise

Fully marked routes with clear signage

Rest stops with nutrition and hydration

Medical support throughout

Mechanical assistance

Luggage transport between campsites

Comprehensive pre-ride information

Never Miss an Event

Get monthly updates on rides and races that match your goals.