Description
About the book. Epic Bike Rides of the World provides inspiration for a world of cycling trips in a paperback edition. Lonely Planet compiles 50 personal stories and 150 additional suggestions for similar tours. Whether it is a journey along the coast of Cuba, through rice terraces in Vietnam, or around Lake Constance, these accounts inspire the discovery of destinations from the saddle.
Contents. The content is organized by continent, featuring examples from Africa, the Americas, Asia, Europe, and Oceania. Highlights include mountain biking in Moab, bikepacking in Mongolia, the west coast of Cork, and the Old Ghost Road in New Zealand. Photographs and maps provide a visual introduction to the routes. Practical information covers start and end points, access, and accommodation. Difficulty ratings ranging from easy rides to major challenges allow you to find a route suitable for your experience level.
Who is this book suitable for? This paperback edition is suitable for those wishing to read travel stories and find ideas for their own cycling holidays. You can begin with a continent of interest or a specific type of trip. Suggestions for similar tours make it easy to explore further when a story matches your interests. The book serves as both a gift idea for the cycling traveler and a source of inspiration between trips. It provides a starting point for further planning, whether you dream of a short excursion or a grand adventure.
From inspiration to your own plan. Use the guide before departure to select experiences you truly desire and view them in the context of the rest of your trip. A plan with fewer stops can allow more time to get to know each location. Browse through it with your travel companions, compare ideas, and find a balance between what you wish to achieve and what you want to experience. Ensure some days allow for breaks and detours. A physical book is ideal for revisiting when discussing the next stage of the journey.
About the edition. English book, published 2019. 328 pages. ISBN 9781788683036.
