Bike tours Archives • Average Joe Cyclist https://averagejoecyclist.com/tag/bike-tours-2/ A Blog for Average People who LOVE to ride bikes! Tue, 01 Sep 2020 00:29:47 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.8.1 15693361 Small Countries for a Cycling Weekend Break https://averagejoecyclist.com/7-small-countries-cycling-vacations/ Sat, 01 Jun 2019 19:04:38 +0000 https://averagejoecyclist.com/?p=30621 Cycling is fun, healthy, and eco-friendly. So why not use your bike to explore new countries? Taking a cycling vacation not only helps you to relax, but also enables you to explore different places and experience the culture and way of life of the local people. You also get to discover many amazing places along the way. If you’re wondering which country to visit for a cycling vacation, we’ve got you covered. Here are our pick of 7 countries for cycling vacations.

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]]> 30621 The Way of the Roses – Cycling Coast to Coast Across England https://averagejoecyclist.com/way-of-the-roses-cycling-coast-to-coast-across-england/ Thu, 27 Sep 2018 15:05:08 +0000 https://averagejoecyclist.com/?p=29716 The Way of the Roses – Cycling Coast to Coast Across England Pete headerFor those of you planning your first cycling tour, here is a first-hand account of what it felt like to one adventurous cyclist. Friend of the site, Pete Martin, recalls the first time he embarked on a long distance, solo cycling trip. In his case, he cycled the Way of the Roses coast to coast route across England.

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]]> 29716 Join Australia’s Biggest Bike Riding Festival: The Great Victorian Bike Ride https://averagejoecyclist.com/great-victorian-bike-ride-australia/ Thu, 09 Aug 2018 18:42:06 +0000 https://averagejoecyclist.com/?p=29387 The Great Victorian Bike Ride is fun and a social way to see Australia. Photo credit: Bicycle NetworkThe Great Victorian Bike Ride is Australia's premier cycling event for people of all ages and abilities, and is an excellent way to see the Australian countryside and meet locals. Read all about the 35th annual Great Victorian Bike Ride, the Mountains to Murray Bike Ride, in our post.

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]]> 29387 Cycling in the Atlas Mountains in Morocco: Imlil to Imi ‘Oughelad https://averagejoecyclist.com/cycling-in-the-atlas-mountains-in-morocco/ Mon, 12 Mar 2018 23:15:28 +0000 https://averagejoecyclist.com/?p=28308 Cycling in the Atlas Mountains in Morocco. At one point Afulay decides to carry both of our bikes down a particular rocky and steep sectionFor those of you craving cycling adventure, here is a slice of extreme cycling adventure in the Atlas Mountains in Morocco. This account will either inspire you to get out there and embrace the unknown on your bike – or make you decide that your morning commute to downtown is enough adventure already!

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]]> 28308 On the Trail of the Feather Barons: Cycling from Oudtshoorn to Montagu in South Africa https://averagejoecyclist.com/cycling-from-oudtshoorn-to-montagu-in-south-africa/ Thu, 14 Dec 2017 16:45:23 +0000 https://averagejoecyclist.com/?p=27251 Cycling through the semi-desert of the Klein Karoo in South Africa - including some fascinating information about ostriches and feather barons!

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]]> 27251 How to Choose the Best Bike Tour for Your Next Vacation https://averagejoecyclist.com/choose-best-bike-tour-next-vacation/ Mon, 11 Dec 2017 22:12:38 +0000 https://averagejoecyclist.com/?p=27191 We are happy to introduce our new partner, Bruce Robertson of Cycle Tours Global - an independent company that helps you find your best choice for your next bike tour.

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]]> 27191 Beginners Guide to Bike Tours – and the Moselradweg https://averagejoecyclist.com/beginners-guide-to-bike-tours-plus-moselradweg-bike-tour/ Wed, 27 Sep 2017 22:30:41 +0000 https://averagejoecyclist.com/?p=26235 This post is a beginner’s guide to bike tours! It has the answers to the questions you might have when you start thinking about your first bike tour. Plus, it features a detailed account of a first time bike tour along the Moselradweg in Germany.

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]]> 26235 The Top Cycling Trails in Ireland https://averagejoecyclist.com/top-cycling-trails-in-ireland/ Mon, 15 Aug 2016 07:54:11 +0000 https://averagejoecyclist.com/?p=18479 In Ireland, the last few years have seen a massive upsurge in cycling. There are many benefits to using the cycling trails in Ireland. Ireland is increasingly becoming one of Europe’s top cycling destinations. Irish tourist providers now offer a whole host of cycling holiday packages to international guests, helping them to enjoy cycling trails in Ireland. So what makes cycling trails in Ireland so special? Ireland’s moderate year round climate ensures that no matter what time of year it is, you can always use the roads and trails for cycling. However with so many options, it can prove challenging to narrow down which cycling trail in Ireland is the right route for you. The people at The Ocean Sands Hotel have sent us the infographic below that reveals some of the best cycle routes throughout Ireland.

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]]> 18479 The Tour of Flanders is Fun for Everyone https://averagejoecyclist.com/tour-of-flanders-100th-anniversary/ Fri, 26 Feb 2016 13:08:41 +0000 https://averagejoecyclist.com/?p=16683 Tour of Flanders - the KoppenbergThe Ronde van Vlaanderen, or Tour of Flanders, is Flander’s biggest cycling classic. And don’t think the event is confined to hardcore cyclists – there is also a huge festival alongside the course, as well as an amateur official Cyclosportive that take place a day before.

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]]> 16683 Best Camera for Cyclists – Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5 Camera Review https://averagejoecyclist.com/best-camera-cyclists-lumix-dmc-ts5-review/ Fri, 24 Apr 2015 12:08:51 +0000 https://averagejoecyclist.com/?p=11777 lumix DMC-ts5 underwater cameraThe Lumix DMC-TS5 is the perfect point and shoot pocket camera for a cyclist. I couldn't think of a better camera for bike tours. At 7.5 oz, you are not even going to notice it in your baggage. If your tour includes beaches, snorkeling or scuba diving, just grab the Lumix DMC-TS5 out of your pannier and take it into the water with you. No need to fiddle around with a case!

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