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Cycling Tours, Trips And Vacations: Erickson, Argus And Europe Cycling

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Published: February 16, 2007

With the rise in gas prices, tightening budgets, and increasing health consciousness, it makes sense that cycling vacations are increasing in popularity with travelers. Cycling vacations are a relatively inexpensive, economically sound,  and healthy way to explore parts of the World that a car or plane would never see. There are a few things to consider before taking any cycling vacations.

Cycling vacations are often best experienced as part of a tour, in the safety and camaraderie of a group with tour guides to direct travelers to points of interest. One popular tour service is Erickson Cycling Tours. Erickson cycling tours provides cycling vacations throughout Europe, especially France, for around $4,000 for two people over two weeks.

For riders looking for a more free riding experience, individual tours can be booked through many different travel groups. Among the most popular for traveling cyclists are the Argus cycling tours. Argus cycling tours take riders along 190 kilometers of some of the most beautiful scenery in South Africa, with many rest stops for riders to relax and enjoy the experience.

Caribbean cycling vacations have become very popular over the past several years for cyclists who want to vacation around the picturesque tropical beach of the Caribbean. One of the hottest destinations in Caribbean cycling vacations is Montserrat, which has some of the most attractive bike trails and rainforests in the world.

Those looking for a more rustic experience, might enjoy Ireland cycling trips. Ireland cycling trips are exciting trips through picturesque countryside with historic cottages and castles along the way. Irish cycling vacations are a wonderful trip through history with all the comforts of modern society.

An even broader experience is provided by Europe cycling tours. Europe cycling tours are historically some of most scenic and popular cycling tours in the World, with terrain that goes from the heights of the Alps to the forests of Germany and the picturesque Italian vistas. Backpacking tours through Europe have been popular for college students and experienced riders alike for decades.

Before embarking on cycling vacations, travelers should remember to research the locales and routes they will be traveling. Remembering to bring adequate medical and safety equipment, food and hydration, and the right bike for the terrain can mean the difference between life and death. While cycling vacations can be a fun and healthy activity for travelers, that's no excuse for not being prepared, even when traveling with a tour.

Cycling vacations allow people to see the world from a enjoyable and active perspective. All too often modern society likes to whip people through the world's most picturesque locations, but cycling vacations through Europe, Africa, or the Caribbean can open up a whole new world of beauty. For those that are interested, there are a lot of interesting cycling destinations out there to visit. All that's left is to choose one.


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Cape Argus Cycle Tour. South Africa Explored. 14 Feb. 2007 <http://www.sa-venues.com/events/wc-argus-cycle -tour.htm>.
Monserrat's the Spot for Caribbean Cycling. Outside Online. 2 Nov. 1995. Mariah Media Inc. 14 Feb. 2007 <http://outside.away.com/travelqa/110295/montse rrat.html>.
Biking in Ireland. DuVine Adventures. 2007. DuVine Adventures Bicycle Tours, Inc. 14 Feb. 2007. <http://www.duvine.com/ireland.html>.
Imboden, Durant. "European Bicycle Tours." Europe for Visitors. 1996-2007. Durant and Cheryl Imboden. 14 Feb. 2007 <http://europeforvisitors.com/europe/articles/e uropean_bicycle_tours.htm>.

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