The 12 Best Cycling Tours Worldwide

1.Classic Mike’s Bike Tour daily @ 11.30 incl Beer Garden & Surfers

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,246 reviews · 3 to 4 hours (approx.) · from $42Our pick

Start at Marienplatz at 11:30 for a relaxed English-language ride through Munich’s royal squares, Hofbräuhaus, English Garden, and along the Isar. Your guide may be Dave, James, Iris, Matt, Bob, Scott, John, or another Mike’s Bike Tours leader. Bikes and helmets are included; lunch and beer are extra.

“Very easygoing bike ride through lovely area of Munich. John was our guide and he did a fantastic job of telling us some history about each stop without getting too longwinded. The biergarten lunch was a lot of fun as well. Highly recommend this tour!”

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2.Mini Classic Bike Tour @ 4pm incl. Beer Garden & Surfers 2,5 hrs

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 251 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $45

Meet at Marienplatz at 3:55pm for a 2.5-hour English-language ride through Munich’s Old Town and English Garden. You’ll see the Residenz, Odeonsplatz, Isartor, and river surfers, then stop at the Chinese Tower beer garden. Bikes are included, while food and beer are your expense.

“Our guide was fantastic, friendly, knowledgeable, and entertaining. He really knew his history & took us in a great tour of Munich”

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3.Alicante: E-Bike, Snorkeling and Paddle Surf Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 69 reviews · 3.5 hours · from $65

Ride with guides such as Camilla, Luis, Mike, or Alex along Alicante’s coast, stopping at La Albufereta and nearby coves for snorkeling before paddleboarding at Playa del Postiguet. Equipment is supplied, and the tour runs in English or Spanish for ages 16 and up.

“I very rarely write reviews, but I honestly couldn't not this time. Mikey and Louis were two of the best guides I've ever had - their passion and excitement for the surrounds of Alicante, the wildlife and the water was infectious. As a solo traveller it can sometimes be quite daunting going on adventures like this, but I honestly couldn't have felt more comfortable! I even asked to come back in the afternoon 🤣 although after some Tapas, I realised I may need a siesta. The snorkeling was absolutely incredible, and unforgettable experience, and I managed to actually stand on a paddelboard! I'd recommend to anyone - listen to these…”

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4.Half-Day Fun Pass: Kayak, Bike and SUP Rental in Traverse City

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 56 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $70

Build your own four-hour outing at Boardman Lake with bikes, kayaks, or stand-up paddleboards from The River Outfitters. You can cycle scenic trails, paddle toward Hull Park or Delamar, and choose your pace without a guide. Equipment and help are provided at the Traverse City base.

“Great way to spend a day in town getting some exercise while also having fun! We started with a bike around the lake, stopping at the Filling Station and Right Brain Brewery for a beer and a snack. This left plenty of time for a paddle out along the shore, where we saw mink, loons, turtles and of course plenty of geese and swans. I was born and raised in TC and would recommend this for anyone, both locals and visitors. Staff was friendly, efficient and the equipment was in fine condition. Thank you!”

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5.Nice: Villefranche-sur-Mer E-Bike and Paddleboard Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 33 reviews · 4 hours · from $94

Join Tibo or Thibaut for a four-hour e-bike ride from Nice to Villefranche-sur-Mer, with scenic stops, local stories, paddleboarding, snorkeling, beach time, and a cold drink. Groups are capped at six, and the route can be adjusted to your pace and interests.

“My partner and I had the best time with Tibo on this experience. We were so surprised at the knowledge and the quality of the trip. As first timers in Nice, I could not recommend this more as a go to activity. 4 hours was the perfect amount of time, and we appreciate that Tibo took us to some extra places also which felt so personalised. If you’re hesitating to book, don’t! Definitely book this one.”

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6.Self-Guided Bike to Surf”N”Food Pack

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 13 reviews · 1 day · from $64

You pick up a fitted bike, helmet, basket, lock, and local map, then follow Porto's Douro waterfront toward Foz, the estuary, and the beaches. Later, swap the bike for a board and wetsuit for an instructor-led surf session. Option 2 adds a sandwich or salad with lemonade or beer.

“Geweldige dag gehad. Goede kwaliteit fietsen en vriendelijke service. Fietsen stonden klaar, werden op maat gemaakt. We kregen de routekaart mee met tips voor bezienswaardigheden en voor leuke koffietentjes en om te eten. De tocht was goed te doen en we hebben genoten van de prachtige omgeving. Het surfen was super. Mooie locatie, goede instructeurs, gezellige sfeer, goed materiaal en goed geregeld. Ja de surfles hebben we aan het strand de rest van de dag doorgebracht voordat we weer op ons gemak terug gingen”

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7.Cagliari by kayak boat or sup and With us free bike to Poetto

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 9 reviews · 2 to 6 hours (approx.) · from $36Best value

Choose a kayak, SUP, or boat around Cagliari’s Gulf, with Luca arranging well-kept equipment at Marina Piccola and explaining the route. Paddle past Poetto, Cala Fighera, Capo Sant’Elia, and Calamosca at your own pace, with snorkeling masks included.

“Luca is a good man, he showed us where the best spots were and gave us the kayaks on time. Very professionnal, would recommend.”

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8.Exclusive sup bike excursion in Cala Ferrera

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 8 reviews · 2 hours · from $53

Meet at Cala Ferrera Beach and pedal a stable water bike toward Cala Esmeralda with an English- or Spanish-speaking instructor. No experience is needed, and the two-hour route includes a 15-minute photo stop. Minimum height is 150 cm and maximum weight is 110 kg.

“Fun unique activity with enthusiastic guides. Sadly, due to the waves being too high, we could not leave the bay of Cala Ferrera. But it was still a nice experience. Recommended!”

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9.3 Hours of Surf and Electric Bike Exploration in Lacanau

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 8 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $108

Damien leads a small-group Lacanau outing that pairs an electric fatbike ride through pine country and along the beach with a two-hour surf session. He chooses a suitable spot, adapts coaching to each level, and supplies the bike, wetsuit, and board.

“We had a great time. Damien is a good teacher, patient, caring. It adapts to all levels. The bikes, the Combis, the boards are of super quality. We will be back next year.Auto-translated”

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10.Self-guided tour Bike + Surf

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6 reviews · 3 to 9 hours (approx.) · from $65

Start at Biclas & Triclas in Porto, cycle beside the Douro and Atlantic coast, then take a 90-minute surf lesson at Matosinhos with board, wetsuit, instructor, and insurance included. The route can be guided or self-guided, and Option 1 adds lunch at Soundwich in City Park.

“Thanks so much for a fantastic tour we really enjoyed it and for all your help with the bikes. We were lucky enough to do two tours with tour guide Viento who was so knowledgeable, helpful and great company during our visit. The tours are a great way to spend family time while getting to know the city on bikes not to mention the surf lesson and wonderful food. I highly recommend this tour and this lovely little bike shop”

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11.El Cotillo: Surf Lessons, Bike Tours and Rentals

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · 3 hours · from $71

Riders Surf ’n Bike runs beginner and intermediate surf lessons in El Cotillo, with groups capped at six. You’ll use provided boards and wetsuits, meet at a beach or reef spot based on ability, and can arrange pickup, rentals, bike tours, or skate hire when waves are poor.

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12.Cycle & SUP: A Complete Circumnavigation of Kotor Bay (new tour)

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 5 reviews · from $172

Combine a bike ride around Kotor Bay with stand-up paddleboarding near Prcanj and Tivat. You’ll receive a bicycle, helmet, SUP, and PFD, while an English-speaking guide monitors progress and meets you at key points. Expect moderate physical effort, open-water paddling, narrow roads, and time for stops.

“I really enjoyed the paddling down the bay, had I known me and my daughter would be on our own, I probably would'nt have done it, that being said, I'm so glad that we did, it was really beautiful way to see Kotor. The biking, on the other hand, is dangerous. The streets are narrow, and the cars just buzz around. Over all it was a good experience.”

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