Description
Find your own journey. Australia can be experienced at a different pace from the saddle. This guide from Lonely Planet brings together 40 day rides that let you explore different parts of the country on two wheels. The rides range from a few hours to a full day, with variation in length and difficulty. The book suits those who want to include bike rides in a longer Australia holiday, or choose destinations based on the cycling opportunities available.
Experiences and content. The selection includes Sydney and its surroundings, the area from Byron Bay to the Sunshine Coast, Daintree and the northern regions, the outback, and forest and coastal areas in the southwest. You will also find rides in the regions around Flinders and Fleurieu, the Grampians and the High Country, the Great Ocean Road and Tasmania. Old railway lines and coastal roads are among the route types the publisher highlights. The regional overviews provide background on culture, food and drink, as well as suggestions for travel timing and accommodation.
Who is this guide suitable for? The route descriptions include maps, elevation profiles and information on distance, surface, duration and start and end points. Difficulty grading helps you find a level that suits your group. The guide contains over 50 maps and dedicated sections on family-friendly rides, accessible routes and what to bring. It covers both regular bikes and e-bikes, giving you a solid basis for comparing options before dividing up your holiday days.
From inspiration to your own plan. Use the guide before departure to choose a few experiences you really want, and see them in context with the rest of the trip. A plan with fewer stops can give you more time to get to know each place. Browse through it together with your travel companions, compare ideas and find a balance between what you want to fit in and what you’ll have time to truly experience. Also leave room on some days for breaks and detours. A physical book is nice to return to when discussing the next leg of the journey. Rediscover an idea you noted earlier, and let the plan evolve as you get to know the destination.
About this edition. English travel guide, published 2023. 248 pages. ISBN 9781838696818.
