Two unforgettable days of social cycling across the Emirates

Join us for the Veto Tour '25 - a two-day, fully supported ride through some of the UAE’s most breath-taking landscapes. Covering approximately 280 km, the Tour starts and finishes in Nazwa, with an overnight stop at the stunning Oceanic Khorfakkan Resort & Spa.

Supported by: Oceanic Khorfakkan Resort & Spa | The Cycle Hub

Event Overview

Saturday 6 & Sunday 7 December 2025
~280 km Total Distance

Start/Finish: Nazwa Health Centre
Overnight: Oceanic Khorfakkan Resort & Spa
Ride Type: Supported, no-drop, social endurance ride
Average Speed: 30–37 kph (depending on riders and conditions)
Group Structure: Depending on numbers, two groups may be formed
to accommodate different speeds

Itinerary

  • Day 1 – Saturday 6 December

    Nazwa → Khorfakkan (Approx. 160 km)

    Start Location:
    Nazwa Health Centre - public car parking available

    Meet:
    6:30 am

    Ride Start:
    7:00 am


    Baggage:

    Overnight bags transported to Oceanic Khorfakkan Resort & Spa


    Nutrition:
    Several replenishment stops with water & basic snacks provided


    Mechanical Support:
    Multiple vehicles following the peloton for rider and mechanical assistance, courtesy of The Cycle Hub


    Finish:

    Oceanic Khorfakkan Resort & Spa


    Accommodation:
    Single, Double or Twin Rooms (reserve now, pay on arrival)
    Full board - lunch on arrival, dinner, and a hearty breakfast


    Bike Storage:

    Secure facilities at the hotel

  • Day 2 – Sunday 7 December

    Khorfakkan → Nazwa (Approx. 120 km)

    Breakfast:
    from 6:45 am

    Start Location:
    Oceanic Khorfakkan Resort & Spa

    Meet:
    7:30 am

    Start:
    8:00 am


    Baggage:

    Transported back to Nazwa


    Nutrition:

    Multiple water/snack stops


    Mechanical Support:
    Multiple vehicles following the peloton for rider and mechanical assistance, courtesy of The Cycle Hub


    Finish:

    Nazwa Health Centre

Routes

Day 1
Depart Nazwa, head toward Hatta, turn north to Showka,
and finish with scenic climbs before rolling into Khorfakkan.

Day 2
Depart Khorfakkan, climb toward Masafi, pass through Showka and Al Faya,
and finish the Tour back in Nazwa.

See the Veto Tour 2024 route on Strava: Day 1 | Day

Final distance will be shared in advance. Route may be subject to minor changes on the day.

Rider Requirements

The Veto Tour 2025 is suitable for fit, experienced cyclists capable of back-to-back endurance rides.

As a guide, participants should be comfortable completing unsupported 100 km+ rides on consecutive days and maintaining an average pace of ~32 kph over rolling terrain.

Depending on the number of riders, the Tour may be split into two groups, each riding at a different average pace (and potentially different distances) to suit varying fitness levels and maintain a safe, enjoyable peloton experience for everyone.

Accommodation & Registration

To join the ride and book accommodation at the Oceanic Khorfakkan Resort & Spa, complete the registration form to reserve your place.

Spaces are limited to ensure safety and manageability - book early to confirm your place.

Hotel Rates
(including taxes & full board):

AED 525 - Single Occupancy

AED 625 - Twin/Double (2 sharing)

Rates include: full board, ride support cars, water & basic nutrition.

Family and friends are welcome to join your stay - additional rooms can be booked at the same rate using the registration form.

Please do not book directly with the hotel or via third-party websites. Only bookings made through the form will be linked to the Veto Tour group and benefit from the event rates.

Stay Connected

All event communications will be shared via the Veto Tour 2025 WhatsApp Group within the Veto Socks Community - including pre-event updates, live ride information, and post-event photos.

Join Veto Tour '25 WhatsApp Group

Rider Photos from 2024