1. What is the current status of bicycles in China?
The bicycle was introduced to China in 1860. Initially, this invention from the West did not attract much interest from the Chinese until the 1930s and 1940s when it became widely accepted. The founding of the People's Republic of China in 1949 was a turning point for the bicycle industry. The Communist Party decided to promote the bicycle as a popular form of transportation and mass production began. In 1958, China was producing over one million bicycles per year. Now China is the world's leading bicycle manufacturer, producing almost 60% of the bicycles worldwide. On your bicycle tour of China, you may see white-collar workers riding their bicycles to work, fruit farmers pushing their bicycles to sell fruit, or elderly people taking their grandchildren to school by bicycle. In addition to privately owned bikes, you'll also see hundreds of shared bikes on the road. You can unlock a shared bike by scanning a QR code with your cell phone software. It costs less than $1 to rent a bike. This is ideal for people who take the subway to work, and for tourists who want to explore the city by bike. In recent years, fewer people are using bicycles on a daily basis, and people are becoming more affluent and prefer to travel by car. But there are still many bike enthusiasts who ride their bikes everywhere on weekends or holidays.
2. Do I need to bring my own bike on a bike tour to China?
We can provide you with a bike rental service to meet your travel requirements. We use bicycle components that are robust and reliable and are thoroughly maintained after each trip. We also have different types of bikes for women and men depending on their height. Of course, you can also bring your own special equipment, such as seats, handlebar bags, etc. At the beginning of the trip, we will help you to attach your equipment to the bike.
3. What are the road conditions for cycling in China?
China has an extensive road network. In rural areas, many of the road networks are both quiet and in good condition, making them ideal for cycling. In a country with a cycling tradition like China, cycling in cities is safer than you might think. Roads in cities are usually wide enough to give cyclists plenty of room, and in most cases, there are separate lanes for bicycles. When cycling in the countryside, we mainly choose roads with fewer vehicles and smooth surfaces. With China's rapid development, the government has invested a lot of money in building infrastructure and the roads are improving.
4. What services do your bike tours offer?
First, we offer a pre-trip service. We will provide you with a detailed schedule, travel advice, bike tour notes, and other information to help you prepare for your visit to China. In addition, we offer many other services. We can arrange hotel accommodation for you. Whether it is a luxury hotel or a B&B, we can arrange it for you. We can also arrange breakfast, lunch, and dinner for you according to your needs. We can also arrange for mineral water and fruit if you need to stop for resupply during the ride. If you have special requirements for your bike, you can also talk to our travel consultant. We will do our best to meet your requirements. If you need to transport your bike, we can also provide transport services for you. Please contact your travel consultant for the exact cost.
5. Which cities in China are the most suitable for biking?
Hangzhou, one of the eight ancient capitals of China, has many cultural monuments and is famous for its beautiful West Lake. It is also known as the "Heaven on Earth". Almost everyone has the impression that Hangzhou is a beautiful and comfortable place to live, and it is the best city for biking in China. There are many beautiful biking routes in Hangzhou, and the biking environment is good. There are many passengers going to Hangzhou for biking tours every year, and more and more every year.
Chengdu is one of the top ten ancient capitals in China and the birthplace of ancient Shu civilization, with many famous attractions. With many sports events held in Chengdu in recent years, it has attracted thousands of sports enthusiasts from all over the country. Among them, the Tianfu Greenway International Cycling Fans Fitness Festival has been held in Chengdu for ten years, attracting batches of cycling enthusiasts to the city. Besides, there are many classic cycling routes in Chengdu, which is also one of the most suitable cities for cycling in China.
When it comes to the most suitable sightseeing cities for cycling outings in China, Sanya is definitely on the list. Sanya is the southernmost coastal tourist city and one of the preferred tourist vacation destinations in China. On a cycling tour in Sanya, the must-see attractions are not only the Tianya Haijiao, but also Sanya's beaches, stunning countryside, Luhuitou Park, and Yazhou Ancient City, all of which are best for biking.
Qingdao is a coastal resort city in China, and an international port city, known as "Switzerland of the East". Qingdao is also an old city with a blend of eastern and western cultures. Strolling through the Badaiguan and other special pedestrian streets, you can find exotic old buildings everywhere. Qingdao is a great place for cycling. There are many cycling routes in Qingdao and coastal cycling competitions are held every year.
Beijing, once the ancient capital of the Six Dynasties, has a history of more than 3,000 years. It is not only one of the cities with the largest number of world cultural heritages in the world, but also has many famous attractions that are renowned both at home and abroad. As a famous tourist city in China, Beijing has a lot of unique features that attract tourists from all over the world with its own unique charm. And it also has a lot of classic cycling routes. More people go to Beijing for cycling tours every weekend.
Kunming is a famous national historical and cultural city. It is also known as the "Spring City" because it is as warm as spring in all seasons. Kunming is one of the top ten tourist hotspots in China and one of the ten best cities for cycling in China, with more than 10 national tourist routes and many cycling events, attracting a large number of cyclists to come here every year.
Xiamen is the most popular city for cycling enthusiasts. You can feel the comfort brought by the sea breeze, beach, and coconut forest when you take a cycling tour along the island ring road. The scenery along the way is picturesque and the climate is suitable. The difficulty and intensity of the cycling route are moderate, which makes more and more people run to this scenic tourist city.
Suzhou is the world's first "World Heritage Model City", with a history of nearly 2,500 years. In addition to the classical gardens, Taihu Lake, Hanshan Temple, and Tiger Hill, Suzhou is also a city of incredible beauty with many cycling routes, making it the best place for cycling tours.
Shenzhen has been selected as one of the top ten tourist cities in the world by the famous travel magazine Lonely Planet. Although Shenzhen is a young city, it has many tourist attractions that attract many travelers every year. In addition, it has a number of classic cycling routes and bicycle riding competitions.
Lhasa is an international tourist city in China with a snowy plateau and ethnic characteristics. Lhasa not only has the glorious Potala Palace, the Jokhang Temple, the cloudy Tanggula Mountain, but also the mysterious and profound religious culture, all of which will make people yearn for this mysterious place. Tibet is also one of the holy places for cycling enthusiasts to challenge themselves with cycling.