Yunnan (云南) , meaning 'the south of colorful clouds' in Chinese, is absolutely one of the best places for experienced cyclists as your first bike ride in China. Strategically located in the southeastern end of Himalaya Mountains, Yunnan has so much to offer. Sunny & mild weather, well paved roads, stunning sceneries and diverse ethnic cultures can all be good reasons to come here. With Tibetan, Naxi, Yi, Bai and other nationalities, Yunnan is a multi-ethnic province, which has most varieties of minority groups in China (25 minorities in total). Right here the traditional lifestyles and culture are still well preserved in their daily lives. Therefore, our bike trip is not simply cycling all the way, you will have loads of chances to see and experience the lifestyles of locals. We are very sure that this will be an eye-opening and self-developing journey for each participant of the trip. (Yunnan Cycle Blog)
Tours Option(s) of Yunnan:
Classic Yunnan Bike Tour from Shangrila to Dali
Who probably enjoys a bike tour in Yunnan most:
1. Cyclists who are fit enough for long uphill/downhill cycling (6-25kms uphill * 1 or 2 times per cycling day);
2. Travelers who are fond of both natural scenery (branches of Yangtze River, gorges, snow mountains, highland lakes, etc.) and minority cultures;
3. Adventurous travelers, who enjoy all kinds of outdoor activities like hiking, exploring unknow countryside, trying local food, etc. Those less capable riders can rely on our support van or electronic bikes to skip tough uphill riding and add more sightseeing into the tour.
Not recommended to:The ones who do not accept some less paved roads (only less than 10%) among local villages; people with heart/respiratory problems; those who feel uncomfortable with the high altitude (2500-3000 meters above sea level).
Tours Option(s) of Central China:
Cultural Bike Recalls from Xi'an to Luoyang
Who probably enjoys a bike tour in Central China most :
1. Moderate level cyclists, who love Chinese history and culture. There are loads of serendipitous discoveries here awaiting you to enjoy, and the cultural insights to savor;
2. Cyclists who need a second trip to China & anyone or tour companies looking for a unique and less traveled route;
3. Anyone who likes a mix of biking along valleys, river bank areas (flat) with hiking the mountains.
Not recommended to: Those who prefer 4 star hotels or fancy food; the ones who refuse to skip some bike-unfriendly sections by car transfer.
Southern China (中国南部) : "East or West, Guilin landscape is the best". Stunning limestone pinnacles rising above the plain, winding rivers, scenic lakes, cascading rice terraces and much more - the dramatic landscapes in and around Guilin are some of the world's most beautiful and have attracted travelers from the world over. Guilin is a delightful place packed with numerous hidden gems and requires endless exploration. You can cycle between the majestic peaks, revel in the picturesque rural scenery, hike the mesmerizing rice terraces, sample distinctive local food such as rice noodles and beer fish, and chat with ethnic minority peoples such as Yao and Zhuang to get an insight into their unique culture. (Guilin Cycle Blog)
Tours Option(s) of Southern China:
Who probably enjoys a bike tour in southern China (Guangxi Province) most:
1. All level cyclists who loves to have a bike holiday in South-West China; ;
2. Travelers who are fond of both natural scenery (Li and Yulong River, Rice terrace field, etc.) and minority cultures;
3. Family who like to enjoy all kinds of outdoor activities like cycling, hiking, exploring unknow countryside, trying local food, etc. Those less skillful riders can rely on our support van or electronic bikes to skip some short uphill riding on the Karst peaks.
Not recommended to:The ones who prefer more history of old China instead of natrual landscapes.
East of China (Hui and Hang Region 徽杭地区): This part of China is definitely less known to international travelers, while it is home to stunning natural sceneries and well preserved cultural heritage of East China. You will start from the scenic and prosperous Hangzhou, the capital of Zhejiang province, heading southwest to Anhui Province to visit the picturesque Yellow Mountain, and cycle off-the beaten-path through the ancient villages. Just feast your eyes on the verdant countryside and white walled architecture. Finally finish the awesome trip in Jingdezhen of Jiangxi province, the Porcelain Capital of China. Immerse yourself in the rich cultural heritage behind the chinaware produced here, the country’s name where came from. (East China Cycle Blog)
Tours Option(s) in East China:
Bike from the Yellow Mountain to Porcelain Capital;
Who probably enjoys a bike tour in East China most :
1. All level cyclists who loves to have a bike holiday in China;
2. This trip is a mix of everything, cycling, hiking, food tasting, sightseeing, etc. Those who prefer an integrated travel experience would like it;
3. Who is less capable of riding uphill or long ride in western part of China (more mountains and longer uphill ride).
Not recommended to: Extreme bikers; those who are not interested in history; who is looking for remote and underdeveloped rural areas.
