Cycling tours are about much more than pushing pedals. They can offer thrilling landscapes, amazing wildlife and great cultural experiences too Tourfind has put together a selection of biking tours for UK young adults spanning different continents and catering to a variety of cycling abilities.

For rewarding coastal rides through wild and scenic terrain, cycling trips in Portugal for 18-30s are hard to top. You can journey down the entire west coast through the rugged, unspoilt beauty of the Costa Vicentina National Park, encountering fishing villages and alluring wild beaches along the way. There are also plentiful opportunities to sample the delicious local cuisine and famous Alentejo wines as well as chances to explore the sights of Lisbon and the Algarve.

We have a range of biking holidays in Vietnam for young travellers, plunging you into the beguiling landscapes and culture of this and neighbouring countries such as Cambodia and Thailand. You can ride through rural settings of paddy fields and villages and go on guided bike excursions of charismatic cities brimming with cultural charm and historical significance. There are fabulous off-bike activities, too, such as boat trips on the Mekong Delta and visits to Angkor Wat, a temple complex boasting Khmer architecture of indescribable beauty.

On young adult cycling tours in South Africa, you can discover the highlights of the country’s south coast, from the penguin-inhabited beaches of Cape Town to the natural paradise of Tsitsikamma National Park. In between, there are spectacular gorges, waterfalls and mountain passes offering the opportunity for thrilling descents. As you cycle through the mountain-fringed Cape winelands, you can stop to sample a glass or two of the renowned wines that take their provenance from this area.

If you enjoy active travel, take a look at our young adult adventure tours for further exciting options.

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