Around the World: the 6 Best Cycling Tours

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

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

Spend 3.5 hours cycling Alicante’s coast with guides such as Camilla, Luis, Mike, and Alex. Visit Roman fish-farm ruins at La Albufereta, snorkel at a quiet cove, then paddleboard at Playa del Postiguet. Bikes, boards, masks, and safety gear are provided. You finish near central Alicante, ready for lunch.

“The whole combination of those 3 activities was perfect! we absolutely loved the mix of riding an e-bike, snorkeling with amazing masks and the SUPs. The entire team was lovely. Camila is the perfect guide and Paco knows all the best places. Also the boss showed us the best fishes in the see. We had so much fun in a perfect company. Highly recommend!💖”

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

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

Spend up to 10 hours exploring Porto by bike, following the Douro to Foz and the city’s beaches before a surf lesson with board, wetsuit, and instructor. Bikes include helmets and locks, and a map offers local stops. Option 2 adds a sandwich or salad with lemonade or beer.

“Amazing way to spend the day in Porto! Bike rental was quick and easy. Surfing was lots of fun and plenty of time in the sea (~90 mins). Definitely recommend!”

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3.3 Hours of Surf and Electric Bike Exploration in Lacanau

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

Spend three hours with Damien of Lacanau Surf Explore, riding an electric fat bike through pine forest and along Lacanau’s beach before a two-hour surf session. He chooses a suitable spot and adjusts coaching for beginners, families, and stronger surfers. Groups are capped at four, keeping the outing personal and away from busy breaks.

“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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4.Self-guided tour Bike + Surf

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

Start at Biclas & Triclas in central Porto for a self-guided bike route beside the Douro and Atlantic coast. You’ll receive a bike, helmet, surfboard, wetsuit, instruction, and insurance, with an optional City Park lunch. The route is mostly flat, and guides such as Viento, Bento, and Sara can help with local tips.

“The bike ride is a long one that introduces you to the varied sights and areas of Porto. The surfing lessons were a huge hit with our teens aged 14, 17 and 18. Our guide Bento was a wonderful conversationalist and guide who also introduced us to some wonderful food. We learned so much about the City from him. We highly recommend!!!!”

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

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

Riders Surf ’n Bike gives you up to three and a half hours of surf instruction in El Cotillo, with beginner beach lessons, intermediate reef sessions, boards, wetsuits, and a picnic included. Small groups of up to six keep coaching personal. You can also arrange pickup, private lessons, surf rentals, bike tours, and board swaps.

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6.Electric Bike Rentals in Topsail Island and Surf City

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2 reviews · from $60Best value

Pick up an electric bike from Topsail Surf & Cycle beside Godwin’s Market, then ride Topsail Island on your own schedule. Your four-hour rental includes pedal assist, throttle assist, a helmet, lock, lights, and handlebar bag. A short safety briefing helps you get rolling, while free local delivery and pickup add convenience.

“I'm a local and ride my Radwagon daily as my main transportation. I was on the way to start my day at 3pm and my chain snapped. Took it immediately to the shop. It was obvious that the shop was going to make every effort to get me moving Read more”

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