Description
Find your own journey. Canada’s coastal landscapes, cities, and vast geographical variation offer numerous entry points for a cycling holiday. Lonely Planet’s cycling guide compiles day trips ranging from a couple of hours to a full day. It is suitable for those who wish to supplement a road trip with a few cycling days or find an area where multiple tours can be combined with other experiences, excellent meal breaks, and time to explore the location.
Experiences and content. Coverage includes Ontario, Quebec, Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island, Newfoundland and Labrador, the Prairie Provinces, Alberta, British Columbia, and the Northern Territories. The book highlights both coastal landscapes and historic urban environments. A dedicated selection of scenic routes, city tours, family rides, and lesser-known alternatives assists in planning your direction. Regional overviews also address local transport, events, accommodation, and optimal travel times.
Who is this guide suitable for? Each tour features a map and elevation profile, directions, difficulty level, distance, surface type, and start/end points. You will receive tips for stops and breaks along the way, in addition to suggestions for further tours in the same region. A practical section covers topics such as arrival, transport, accommodation, bike rental, e-bikes, and responsible travel. Utilize this information to assess both the cycling day itself and how it integrates into the rest of your holiday.
From inspiration to your own plan. Use the guide before departure to select experiences you truly desire and view them in the context of your overall trip. A plan with fewer stops can allow more time to become acquainted with each location. Browse with your travel companions, compare ideas, and find a balance between what you wish to accomplish and what you want to have time to experience. Also, allow some days for breaks and detours. A physical book is convenient to revisit when discussing the next stage. Re-locate an idea you have noted, and let the plan evolve as you become familiar with your destination.
About the edition. English travel guide, published 2026. 240 pages. ISBN 9781838696917.
