Best of · CYCLING TOURS
Every trip has one free day too few. These 13 cycling tours justify the slot, priced and timed so you can decide in minutes and get on with the rest of it.
Ride full-sized bicycles for four hours with guides such as Tay, Alfie, Tang, or Jackie. You’ll visit Kampong Glam, Chinatown, Marina Bay, and the F1 pit lane, with a local snack, drink, water, lockers, and a measured pace included.
“Fantastic tour, learnt so much about Singapore. Tay was extremely knowledgable whilst making the cycle trip great fun.”
Ride through Barcelona’s key Gaudí sights on a regular or electric bike with a multilingual guide. You’ll visit Arc de Triomf, El Born, Casa Batlló, La Pedrera, Casa Vicens, and Sagrada Familia. Guides such as Sergio, Maria, Alex, and Marina are praised for clear stories and helpful local tips.
“Loved this bike tour in Barcelona! Sergey was knowledgeable, attentive and enthusiastic throughout. He made the experience engaging and informative and we covered all the main highlights at a comfortable pace. The bikes were easy to use and well maintained. Highly recommend this tour if you want a fun and efficient way to explore the city.”
Join The Flying Bike for a three-hour guided e-bike ride through Asheville. Guides such as Josh, Torin, Ana, and Leighann lead you past the Grove Arcade, Basilica of Saint Lawrence, Grove Park Inn, and scenic overlooks, with safety training, local stories, and restaurant tips along the way.
“This was a great way to explore a few parts of Asheville, learn some interesting facts, and spend time outdoors. Our guide, Josh, was both personable and knowledgeable. He took the time to make sure everyone in our group was comfortable. Our friends who were visiting Asheville for the first time agreed that it was a perfect activity!”
Ride an electric bike through central Athens with guides such as George, Jorge, Irini, and Ste. You will see Pnyx, the Acropolis slopes, Plaka, the National Garden, the Presidential Palace, and the Panathenaic Stadium, with photo stops rather than archaeological-site entries.
“Ste was great! It goes without saying- this is a bike tour, make sure you know how to ride a bike. One lady barely could, and another lady slammed into a car. If you’re not great on a bike, don’t sign up.”
Ride about 13 km through Bordeaux with a guide such as Mika, Flavi, Dovi, or Angus. See the old center, cross the Garonne, visit Darwin and Chartrons, and pause for a canelé from Casonnade. Dutch bikes, e-bikes, helmets, and small groups keep the tour relaxed and practical.
“Dovi was a superb guide. He is well informed, engaging, funny and truly enjoys showing off the beauty of Bordeaux. The cycling route felt safe from traffic while still being right in the proximity of the important sights. Some of the charming small side streets were a complete delight. Highly recommend this tour as a wonderful way to see this gorgeous ancient city.”
Explore Intramuros by locally made Bambike in a small group, stopping at the Japanese cannon, Puerta Real Gardens, Fort Santiago, Manila Cathedral, and San Agustin Church. Guides such as Josh, Paolo, Chi, and Anj add clear history, safety help, photos, cool towels, and ice cream at the finish.
“First of all the organisation itself and our tourguide Paolo was very nice and amazing. I woke up a bit sick om the day of my booked tour and messaged them. They responded quickly and even though they have a cancellation policy. They were fine with a reschedule of my booking for the day after. The tour itself was very informative and chill. I did the extended tour l, and it was worth it! Would recommend to book the 9:30 one. So you won’t be in the middle of the heat of the day + you finish around lunchtime and can grab snacks at the foodstands around the corner or…”
Follow Lorraine through central Tucson on a gentle, small-group ride covering Rattlesnake Bridge, Barrio Viejo, El Presidio, Mercado San Agustin, and the Santa Cruz River Trail. Bikes and helmets are included. The tour runs about 2 hours 15 minutes, with morning and afternoon departures.
“Lorraine is very personable and incredibly informed about the history and culture of this singular city, which is loaded with personality and culture. The best way to experience Tucson, which is very bike able and Lorraine is safety first, what a pro!”
Ride about 15 kilometers at an easy pace from Prenzlauer Berg to Brandenburg Gate and back, tracing Berlin’s divided past. Guides such as Paul, Oleg, Lauren, and Isabelle explain escape attempts, border crossings, and the Wall’s sudden fall. Bikes, sunscreen, rain ponchos, and optional helmets are provided.
“The tour covered a wide slice of Berlin (many important landmarks beyond just the Wall) and the guide was very knowledgeable and spoke great English (fun sense of humor as well!). Would highly recommend this tour.”
Ride a well-kept bicycle for four hours through Kampong Glam, public housing districts, the Singapore River, Chinatown, Marina Bay, and the Formula 1 route. Guides such as Alfie, Tay, Jackie, and Kavin add history, humor, and practical city insight. A local snack and drink are included.
“very hard to improve it. excellent historical tour and the guide was very knowledgeable”
Ride through San Sebastián with an English-speaking local guide such as Lorenzo, Jacob, Paulo, or Jake. In 2 hours 20 minutes, you’ll cover bridges, beaches, riverfront palaces, the Kursaal, Miramar, Ondarreta, and Peine del Viento while learning about Basque culture and city life.
“Jacob was enthusiastic and highly informative. The cycling was easy but gave us the ability to see the many areas of Doniesta. He gave a good outsiders view of the passion and politics that have formed Basque culture and history”
UrbanBikeSP’s three-hour ride covers Paulista Avenue, MASP, Copan, Luz Station, Pátio do Colégio, Sé Cathedral, and Liberdade. Guides such as Juliana, Arthur, Pedro, and Roberto lead small groups in English, Spanish, or Portuguese. Expect 9 to 12 miles, city traffic, and plenty of history.
“The tour was amazing - well organised, insightful and I felt safe at all times (despite the traffic!) as we were mostly on bicycle paths. I’d highly recommend it for anyone visiting the city either for a short trip or to orient yourself at the beginning of a longer trip. Roberto was a great guide and we also had someone at the back of the group to make sure we were all ok!”
Cycle Athens with an English-speaking guide such as Till, Andreas, Nina, or Jo on a small-group route through Plaka, Anafiotika, Kerameikos, the Panathenaic Stadium, and more. The pace is gentle, bikes and helmets are supplied, and a coffee with a chocolate waffle comes with Acropolis views.
“The tour was fab, Till and Andreas were amazing guides, very knowledgeable. A lovely surprise at the foot of the Acropolis was free coffee and a chocolate waffle. Nice touch guys. I was also impressed that they made everyone wear a helmet.”
Ride Athens with guide Stavros on a 2.5-hour loop through Kerameikos, Psirri, Plaka, Syntagma, the Panathenaic Stadium, ancient agoras, and Filopappou Hill. Trekking bikes, helmets, water, and entrance fees are included. Expect an easy pace with a few short hills.
“Amazing bike tour, really enjoyed it. Very friendly and knowledgable tour guide. Highly recommended.”
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