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Bicycle Touring Resources
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Be Prepared Before You Go Bicycle Touring

After years of bicycle touring for years in North America and Europe, I have settled on a few go-to suppliers when planning a trip I am very picky when recommending them to other cyclists and they have made my travels better. That’s why I have compiled this comprehensive list of travel resources.

From cycling essentials to key travel items, it’s a great checklist to reference before heading out on your next big adventure.

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Flight Search Engine Choices

If required to get you to the start of your cycle tour:
WayAway – WayAway is a flight aggregator that provides travelers with the best rates on airline tickets. Its innovative search finds the best option for specific travel dates by comparing airfares offered by all major US and global airlines and agencies. The aggregator displays final prices, without any hidden fees.
Expedia – one of the world’s leading full-service online travel brands, helping travelers easily plan and book trips with the widest selection of vacation packages, flights, hotels, rental cars, rail, cruises, activities, attractions, and services.
Kiwi – booking service for flights, trains and buses.


Accommodation

Booking.com – the number one booking platform for accommodation in the world.
Trip Adviser – the world’s largest travel site with over 1.4 million places to stay with reviews.
Agoda – the ability to book from a selection of 3 million hotels in over 200 countries.
VRBO – over 2 million vacation homes. A great option if looking for a base for day cycling trips which we did in Tuscany.
Hostelworld – 36,000 hostels in over 178 countries.
Expedia – a worldwide booking platform for hotels.

Helpful Accommodation Posts: Finding Bicycle-Friendly Accommodation in Europe


Bicycle Rental

BikesBooking – a booking service for bicycles, scooters, and motorscooters around the world.


Local Transportation

Rail Europe – booking rail travel around Europe for you and your bike.
Discover Cars – if you require a rental vehicle while bike touring.
BusBud – an online bus-booking platform that has compiled the world’s largest selection of bus tickets.


Local Sightseeing

One thing I do is get to know the destinations I visit better, sometimes self-guided and at other times it is more practical to use local experts.

Viator – they offer over 300,000 experiences around the world including cooking classes, city tours, skip the line at major attractions, and more.
Get Your Guide – helps you discover the best things to do in a destination, many of which you will not find anywhere else.
Tiqets – mobile tickets for attractions around the world.
Eat With – connects you with hosts for a unique and immersive experience


Tour Operators with Cycling Trips

G Adventures – deals on active holidays worldwide
10 Adventures – worldwide cycling adventures for those touring and families
Tour Hub – cycling adventures worldwide

Sim Card

Airalo – avoid high roaming costs in foreign countries by using eSIMs.


Documentation

iVisa – a simple solution to process your travel visa where required.a


Travel Insurance

Safety Wing – one of the highest-rated travel insurance companies for policyholders.
Travel Insurance Master – don’t get lost in all the information out there, they make it easy

Travel & Cycling Gear

Travel Adapter – a universal all-in-one travel adapter that you can use in 150 countries.
Go Pro Hero7 – camera for action video while cycling
Anker Power Bank – easily charge your cell phone and other electronics while on the road.
Scrubba Wash Bag – lightweight and foldable for washing clothes on your journey.
Microfibre Towel – compact, fast drying, and super absorbent for travel.
Sport Sunscreen – SPF 50, sweat and water-resistant
LifeStraw Go Water Filter Bottle – fill up from the stream or tap with a built-in filter
Ortlieb Back Roller Classic Panniers – perhaps the best pannier for bicycle touring
Osprey Farpoint 40L Travel Backpack – despite its minimalist weight, this full-featured pack offers plenty of organization and highly capable backpack suspension.

Helpful packing post: Lightweight Bicycle Touring Packing List

Cycle Touring Route Planning

Routes entered on these websites by local cyclists can help you pick the best options.

  • Bicycle Touring Routes – long-distance routes with links to Adventure Cycling Association, Michigan Trails & Greenways, US Bicycle Route System
  • Bikely – this is a free and easy-to-use bicycle route mapping and sharing website created by cyclists
  • Map My Ride – use this site to locate existing great routes or plan your own.
  • Trail link – provides a searchable database of more than 25,000 miles of trail around the USA.

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