Hoi An ancient city

Vietnam's Hoi An is listed among six cities in the world that different types of travelers should check out on two wheels, according to Agoda.

The six cities include: Beijing of China, Paris of France, Hoi An of Vietnam, Florence of Italy, Melbourne of Australia and California of the USA.

If rustic old towns, beautiful rice field landscapes and picturesque farms excite you, book a cycling tour to truly experience Hoi An in four hours. Get to know Hoi An past and present, immerse in local culture with opportunities to interact with families and try your hand at their crafts. If you want to continue exploring Hoi An on bicycle, stay near the Old Town at Allegro Hoi An, where they provide free use of their bicycles.

For an affordable and convenient way to get around, hop on a bicycle from one of the bike-sharing operators in Beijing. Simply scan a bike with your mobile phone to unlock and lock it when you reach your destination. First-timers to Beijing can follow a 16km bike route to cover some of Beijing’s highlights like the Forbidden City, The Egg, and the Bird’s Nest stadium. Check-in at The Imperial Mansion, Beijing Marriott Executive Apartments and start your tour from Tiananmen Square just 940m away.

Beijing

For a different view of the City of Love, pedal through the Parc Rives de Seine, a designated UNESCO World Heritage Site, extending along the sides of the Seine River. The area was specially converted from an expressway into a promenade for cyclists and pedestrians to hang out at. For a pitstop, consider one of the restaurants or taking part in the many events happening throughout the day.
Rent a bicycle fromHotel de la Porte Doree and cycle just ten minutes to the Seine.

If pedaling for hours isn’t your kind of thing, try exploring Florence on an electric bike tour without getting out of breath. Check out the famous terrace of Piazzale Michelangelo and experience the Renaissance magnificence at The Duomo, while stopping along the way to get a taste of delectable Tuscan wine and food. A stay in the stylish Hotel Spadai located in the heart of Florence will get you well-rested for your Florence excursions.

Australia

There’s a keen outdoor and cycling culture in Melbourne; Live as the locals do and explore the Victoria state on bike. For a short trip, consider the Yarra River trails where the region is known for its vast wineries. If you have a couple more days, take a trip out to Warrnambool to cycle down the famous Great Ocean Road. Don’t forget to look out for the Twelve Apostles and some of the most spectacular views in Australia. For longer cycling trips, plan your rest stops and choose from over 10,000 properties in Victoria to stay the night.

The Golden State has some of the most beautiful mountains, beaches and deserts perfect for seasoned cyclists looking for an adventure. Pick an area like Santa Barbara and take theGibraltar Road route for a good climb to get breathtaking ocean and vista views. Head back downtown to Handlebar Coffee Roasters for a cycling-themed coffee break. Pick from over 200 properties in the Santa Barbara region to recuperate from all that pedaling.

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