Whether you want to push your legs to the limit or coast along in luxury, there's a cycling trip right for everyone who loves to ride
If the tour is far from home, bringing your entire bike can be a pain. Consider packing just your seat, pedals, and helmet, for comfort and safety.
Keep your ego in check when considering your level of cycling. One cyclist's "moderate" uphill is another's thigh-burning nightmare.
Always pack cool-weather and rain gear.
Many "all inclusive" bike trips do not cover lunch or alcohol.
Ask what kind of bike is included or you might wind up with an old, heavy ten-speed.
Operators
Georgia Bike Fest Oct. 7-9, 770/498-5153, brag.org
Tour de Wyoming July 17-22, 307/742-5840, cyclewyoming.org
Country Inns Along the Trail itineraries with meals, lodging, and luggage transfers, $140-$170 per person per night. 800/838-3301, inntoinn.com
Suffolk Cycle Breaks hotel, bikes, luggage transport, and breakfasts, from $290 per person for
Two-night ride 011-44/1449-721555, cyclebreaks.com
Diverse Directions 877/858-5965, diversedirections.net
Blue Marble Travel 215/923-3788, bluemarble.org
Butterfield & Robinson 800/678-1147, butterfieldandrobinson.com
VBT 800/245-3868, vbt.com
Backroads 800/462-2848, backroads.com
Note: This story was accurate when it was published. Please be sure to confirm all rates and details directly with the companies in question before planning your trip.