bike taiwan tour

• Bespoke Trips
• 15 Days – King of the Mountains
• 14 Days – Discover Taiwan
• 9 Days – South to North
• 7 Days – Pacific East Coast
• 5 Days – KOM
• 5 Days – Hualien Valley
• Why Taiwan?
• Book & Contact

BOOK WITH CONFIDENCE WITH OUR COVID-19 GUARANTEE:

tours Designed by cyclists, for cyclists

Quite simply, we’re the experts for bike tours in Taiwan .

We believe that adventure is an art form, and that’s why we create bespoke cycling tours tailored perfectly for you. Let our team of experts take you along the path less travelled and guide you to the undiscovered gems of the island known only to locals.

From showing you the secret restaurants only the locals know about, to fixing your bike in a sticky situation – we’ve got you covered. As a UK-based company, not only do we understand what you expect from a cycling tour abroad, but we also have an exclusive understanding of Taiwan cultivated from our many years of experience.

a passion for cycling. a love of taiwan.

At Pedal Taiwan, we offer you the chance to experience all the adventure, discovery, and challenge Taiwan has to offer. Moments of a lifetime that  you can’t get anywhere else.

Whether you want to ride through pristine marble gorges, along untouched palm tree sands, climb the famous Taiwan KOM Challenge, or simply enjoy a home-made bowl of Lu Rou Fan, our ride leaders are here to give you a bike tour with an authentic taste of our island paradise.

Meet the pedal taiwan family

We think of ourselves as a family. We have all journeyed down different roads, but have come together united in our shared passion – cycling in Taiwan.

Our team of local experts  have spent years fully immersing themselves in the island’s cycling scene and a highly experienced at leading and supporting riders so you can get insider access to our pacific Asian paradise. 

We provide an unparalleled level of service on all our bike tours , designing each and every trip to ensure that all our cyclists fall in love with our favourite island just as much as we have! 

Don’t just take our word for it, our reviews speak for themselves.

explore road biking's final frontier

We believe in sustainable travel. That’s why we’re focused on delivering sustainable, environmentally friendly tours, to provide long term benefits both to our clients and the local area. 

Although we are based in the UK, we work with local guides to provide unrivalled and authentic knowledge of Taiwan to our cyclists. 

We also recognise the importance of supporting the local communities we ride in. That’s why we only partner with locally-owned businesses in all aspects of our tours and create opportunities for positive interactions between our cyclists and the wider community.

If you’d like to enquire about booking a trip with us, want a bit more information on what we can do for you, or if you just fancy a chat, we’d love to hear from you! 

For more information you can always check out our FAQ section here, or if you’d like to speak to one of our experts, send us a message using the contact form below, and we’ll get back to you as soon as possible!

Taiwan Bike Tour

$6,398-6,598, .cls-1{fill:#2c6bb5;} badv_abilitylevel_icons intermediate, daily distance, 50-75 miles (or less), included activities, cycling (bikes included), visits to hot springs, taroko national park, night markets, & the national palace museum, included meals, all except two dinners and two lunches.

Taiwan was an eye opener in terms of variety of scenery, from 10,000 foot mountains to the beaches, tropical valleys, and pine forests.

5 star meals and accommodations where available and the best representing the culture where not available. Educated, well spoken, adaptable guides.

Our eleven-day Taiwan bike tour offers incredibly unique and safe cycling experiences. Take the high-speed train (included in trip fee) from Taipei at the north end of the island to Kaohsiung City on the sound end. Savor long rides along the beautiful Eastern coast. Test your legs on a challenging climb through Taroko Gorge (one of Asia’s most iconic cycling roads). Enjoy days of riding through Taiwan’s sparsely populated south and east, filled with national parks, rice paddies, palm trees, aboriginal villages, colorful temples, and incredibly friendly people.

Along the way, stay in fine hotels and feast on amazing local cuisine. Explore night markets. Soak in natural geothermal hot springs. Visit Taiwan’s famous National Palace Museum with its huge collection of Chinese art. With two local drivers and a Taiwanese guide plus your Bicycle Adventures guide, you are in for a first-class, ultra-supported adventure. We guarantee an unparalleled cultural and culinary experience, with cycling suitable for all levels of riders.

PEDAL HAPPY : Computer generated elevation statistics for the routes on this tour are inherently exaggerated due to bridges, tunnels and overhangs. The daily elevation stats shown here have been measured using a GPS device for better accuracy.

Go for a warm-up ride along the Tamsui River's bike path.

– Lunch – Dinner

Grand Victoria Hotel

+407 ft / -407 ft

We will meet you after breakfast to test out your bike on a morning ride along the lovely Tamsui (meaning “freshwater”) River. One of the few rivers that flows north to south on the island, the river curves past temples, parks and cultural sights to the old town of Tamsui on the Taiwan Straits. This evening, ascend to the top of Taipei 101, one of the world’s tallest skyscrapers. Enjoy a fantastic dinner at Michelin-rated Din Tai Fung , known throughout Asia for serving the world’s best dumplings. Stay tonight and tomorrow night at the Grand Victoria Hotel .

Pedal an amazing route through Yangmingshan National Park to the east coast.

– Breakfast – Lunch – Dinner

49 miles (or less)

+4133 ft / -4036 ft

Today’s bike ride begins from at our hotel’s front door and cruises 30 miles through lush foothills, over Yamingshan (Yaming Mountain) and alongside the ocean on the other side. Yamingshan National Park is revered for its cherry blossom trees, hot springs and also for being the island’s tallest dormant volcano. After lunch, pedal another 20 miles to finish at Tamsui’s Fisherman’s Wharf. Explore the shops and take time for some people-watching.

Fifty miles isn’t enough for you? You can ride another dozen miles back to the Grand Victoria – mostly on bike paths. Or hop in the van for a shuttle back to the hotel. Enjoy a traditional, elegantly served Chinese meal at our hotel. You can even wear your hotel-provided slippers to dinner!

Jump on the high-speed train from Taipei to Kaohsiung City. Ride to Kenting National Park.

– Breakfast – Lunch

Chateau Beach Resort

21-47 miles

AM: +743 ft / -709 ft (21mi) PM option: +2026 ft / -1991 ft (26mi)

Board the high-speed train this morning for a speedy ride to Kaohsiung. Stop to visit a temple or two while bicycling south through Taiwan’s banana belt into Kenting National Park . Kenting is renowned for its glorious beaches, coral cliffs, and tropical climate. After lunch cycle to the Chateau Beach Resort , tonight’s lodging. Soak up the views from your gorgeous oceanside room. Tonight: feast on whatever you wish from the local night market in a town that is famous for great seafood.

Ride the island's east coast, then inland through rice paddies, past palm trees and into the jungle.

Hoya Hot Springs Resort

79 miles (or less)

+4,298 ft / -4,190 ft (or less)

Today’s ride is hilly, lush and completely memorable. Start off with a cruise along protected bike paths and bike lanes beside the ocean, then head inland through rice fields and past palm trees. Revel in the quiet: you’ll see few cars once we leave the coastline. After lunch at an oceanside park, pedal onward to visit Duoliang Station , once Taiwan’s most beautiful railway station. The site is now a lovely seaside park with blissful views of mountain, jungle and seashore. Back on the bike, ride onward to Chihpen, a popular hot spring area where canyon gives way to lush jungle and beautiful banyan forest. After a restful soak, enjoy dinner at a local restaurant serving aboriginal cuisine… and then maybe another soak. Lodge at Hoya Hot Springs Resort .

Ride the border of the East Rift Valley National Scenic Area from Chiben to Jui-shaing.

– Breakfast – Dinner

Silence Manor

68 miles (or less)

+3,028 ft / -2,631 ft (or less)

Cycle through the wondrous Rift Valley today, pausing to take in views of rice paddies and mountain ranges.  Discover Taiwan   waxes eloquent about the East Rift Valley:  “…it stretches from Mugua River in Hualien to the north to Taitung City and covers a total of 138,386 hectares, encompassing mountains, valleys, and hot springs, together with fields of rice, daylilies, pomelos, tea, and sugar apples in rich abundance.”  It’s also home to four of Taiwan’s indigenous tribes. Finish today’s ride with a soak in the mineral springs of Jui-shaing. Lodge at the luxurious and aptly named Silence Manor .

Visit the Cave of the Eight Immortals before riding back to the coast along the foothills.

Hualien Sugar Factory

75 miles (or less)

+5,023 ft / -5,171 ft (or less)

Start today with a ride to Bashian Cave , the “Cave of the Eight Immortals.” One of Taiwan’s geological wonders, the cave dates to the Stone Age and houses a Buddhist temple carved into the side of a cliff. Explore a bit. Then continue riding up the pristine coast and then a challenging climb up and down back into the green rift valley to the Hualien Sugar Factory in Guangfu Township. This honest-to-goodness sugar factory was built during the days of Taiwan’s occupation by Japan. Tonight, sleep in the Japanese-style sugar factory’s guesthouse. Dinner is a guest favorite, a Japanese-influenced meal offered in a quaint, intimate setting.

Begin one of the world's most epic rides into the mountains and gorge of Taroko National Park.

Silks Place Taroko

62 miles (or less)

+3,796 ft / -2,831 ft (or less)

Ride through pineapple fields and to the ocean for a seaside lunch before heading inland – and upland – into Taroko Gorge National Park . The most stunning of Taiwan’s nine National Parks, Taroko is best known for its marble gorge carved by eons of erosion – and the Taiwan KOM Challenge, part of the Taiwan Cycling Festival held each fall. As you climb, massive stone cliffs rise above, the river rages below. Stop here and there to visit the colorful temples and shrines along the way.

Finish at the magnificent Silks Place Taroko . Spend the next two nights here. Perched inside the gorge, this stunning hotel boasts rooftop firepits and pool with hot tubs, fine dining and even a nighttime mountainside light show.

Explore Taroko National Park. Or enjoy the luxury of Silks Place Taroko's hotel and spa. Or do both.

Cycling in the gorge is just one of today’s options. Or hike, explore or just soak up the scenery. Within strolling distance of the fabulous Silks Place Taroko are pagodas, temples, shrines, tunnels carved through mountains, wooden suspension bridges and amazing views in all directions. Prefer to stay at the hotel and relax? Enjoy the luxurious spa and the hotel’s other amenities – fire pits, ping pong, amazing food and luxury galore. What’s your pleasure?

Try for the summit if you like. Afterward, enjoy the long descent to Lishan.

Swallow Castle Resort & Hotel

50 miles (or less)

+8,062 ft / -3401 ft (or less)

Choose your option for today’s ride. Try your legs at a 17% grade and one of the most beautiful and challenging uphill climbs in the world. Or take it at your own pace, exploring along the way and taking plenty of enviable photos. After lunch at the Sacred Tree Cafe, swoosh (mostly) downhill to Lishan, a mountain town surrounded by farms and fields of tea plants, clouds and sheer rustic beauty. This evening, take part in an optional traditional tea ceremony from a very proud tea farmer. Lodge at Swallow Castle Resort & Hotel .

Ride through the mountains past tribal villages, tea farms and palm trees en route to the coast.

Kapok Hotel & Resorts

+3,602 ft / -10,141 ft (or less)

Spend another amazing day bicycling spectacular roads through palm-fringed farming communities. Finish with a 28-mile downhill-then-flat ride into the bustling town of Luodong. Explore the town’s amazing night market, just one block from the Kapok Hotel , where you’ll stay tonight.

Back to Taipei, with a few stops along the way - including hot-air lanterns in the old town of Shifen. All meals provided.

This last morning, shuttle back to Taipei with some unique stops along the way, including the old town of Shifen for hot-air lanterns. Stroll to visit a couple of the sparkling waterfalls for which this area is famous. Then it’s on to the National Palace Museum with its permanent collection of nearly 700,000 pieces of ancient Chinese imperial artifacts, one of the largest of its type in the world. Afterward, you’ll have time to pack up your bike (if you brought your own). Enjoy a final celebration dinner before we drop you off at the airport for your late-night flight back home.

Availability

Tour guides.

BIKES (Bike models will differ.)

Hybrid / Flat Bar Road

Pedal Assist E-Bike $200 surcharge applies

Ready for your next adventure.

Taiwan The Cycling Paradise in Asia

The best cycling tour in taiwan,  explore the colourful west pacific island from the saddle of a bicycle..

Our 12 days tour will be cycling all along the most beautiful coastlines in Taiwan, combining the introduction of history and culture when in Taipei and Tainan.

From US$2 ,815                                     12 Days

Taiwan KOM and Splendid Sun Moon Lake

Join us on our cycling trip to challenge the famous Taiwan KOM (King of Mountain). It is the highest mountain road in East Asia (3275m). This tour will also visit the largest lake, Sun Moon Lake, in Taiwan.

F rom US$2,495                                      8  Days

Scenic East

This tour features the most natural eastern Taiwan, which faces the vast Pacific Ocean on the East and leans against the Central Mountain Ridge on the West. 

From U S$2,095                                      9 Days

Challenge and Adventure

Our 13 days trip is no doubt the best choice for people who love to take up challenges and passionate for adventures. The 3275 meters highest mountain trek in East Asia is definitely making this tour different and worth challenging.

F rom US$3,145                                     13 Days

Around the Island

Circling the whole island in less than two weeks is surely an unforgettable experience, and it is definitely one of the must try trip in Panagoe cycling tour.

F rom US$2,855                                     12 Days

Colourful North

The combination of extinct volcanoes, hot spring and extraordinary rock formations along the coast is a must try for those who wish to explore the Northern Taiwan in a short period of time.

F rom US$975                                       5 Days

Customised & private tours.

We provide private tours tailor-made exclusively for your family and friends.

Cycling Support for self-guided tours

If you'd like to ride on your own but would like to have someone carrying your luggage, providing nutritions and mechanical support along the way, Panagoe's here to help!

Customer Reviews

Best bike tour ever! The back country roads, beautiful scenery, amazing food experiences and impeccable service all made for an unforgettable experience. Stephen and Jimmy are wonderful guides who always anticipated our needs, biking and otherwise. Everything was impeccably planned, with much attention to detail. Cycling with my husband and adult children who are strong riders, I appreciated the option of hopping into the van when needed on the final days of the trip. Both Stephen and Jimmy have decades of experience leading tours, and their professionalism, insights and friendly camaraderie were much appreciated. HIGHLY RECOMMEND for anyone looking for a fun adventure interspersed with comfortable accommodations and cultural exchange. We had so much fun that we are already plotting our next trip with Panagoe!

— Yvonne Wu, US

Our cycling trip - Scenic East Tour - was one of our greatest holidays and we would say our best cycling tour. Stephen and Jimmy were exceptional in every aspect of the trip and very accommodating to all our needs including dietary requirements. Our first day in Taiwan was just perfectly organised using the town bikes to explore the city and also the MRT - ideal way of taking in all the atmosphere of the city. The knowledge of Stephen regarding Taiwan is amazing. We thoroughly enjoyed all the local food - ‘light lunches’ are more of a banquet !!!!! The snack breaks were well appreciated and taking care of our bicycles and shoes at the end of the day was well received especially when we were enjoying a beer whilst Stephen and Jimmy were doing the mechanics. All the accommodation was of a high standard and very comfortable. The scenery is magnificent on this trip and we truly recommend this tour.

— Kim and George Legg, UK

Just finished my third trip with Panagoe. Stephen and his team always do a terrific job. Very patient with me as I struggle to get up Wuling mountain. And Taiwan is such a special place to ride-really unique terrain and sights. And very friendly people! If you have a chance to ride with Stephen I highly recommend it!

— Steve Skinner, US

Thoughtfully Crafted Taiwan Bike Tours and E-Bike Tours

Featuring boutique hotels and expert local guides.

4.6 out of 5

Explore Our Taiwan Cycling Holidays

Enchanting East Coast of Taiwan Bike Tour

9 days from $3,695

stay at casual inns

End of tours

Reviews from our friends

Jacob N. from US

Exceeded all expectations

This Taiwan cycling adventure exceeded all expectations! From the breathtaking cliffs of Taroko Gorge to the enchanting coastal routes, every moment was a visual delight. The blend of culture, nature, and well-organized logistics made it a journey of a lifetime.

End of reviews

Let's Start Planning!

Contact us today to book your Taiwan bike tour or inquire about custom options.

Taiwan cycling guide

Read our complete guide to cycling in Taiwan .

OPEN YOUR EYES

To a new cycling playground, important notice.

We would like to to announce that Epic Ride Taiwan's cycling tours are running as normal post earthquake!

And more importantly all our guests who were here at the time are safe, well and continuing their adventures

Fully customizable experience.

Whether it's a private, group or self-guided tour, we will create the tour that meets your specific needs.

SELF-GUIDED TOURS

Have your own adventure, but we’ll still design it and take care of all the logistics, so you can focus on the ride, knowing that we’ve got your back..

Find Out More

HOME BASE TOURS

Settle in and make yourself at home, in either our East Coast Base, situated in Hualien County or our Central Mountain Base, situated at Sun Moon Lake. Each has a multitude of varied and unique routes to give you a bit of everything that the local areas have to offer. Relax, knowing that you will return to a familiar place, in a wonderful environment at the end of the day to rest and recover, ready for the next day's adventure.

Our Home Bases may be used for self-guided tours too, if the dates are outside of the official tour dates, making the self-guided experience even easier.

BUY A ROUTE

If you are going to be in an area of taiwan and you simply want to ride without any guide, but don't have time to research all the best roads for yourself, simply buy a route, and off you go., classic tour ideas.

The Incredible East

The tour of green mountains, plantations and fruit groves with the blue of the sky and the Pacific. This tour is fairly flat and easy on the kilometres.

Rift Valley & Pacific Coast

A tour sampling the delights of the lush and fertile East Rift Valley and the rolling  Pacific Coastal road.

East Coast & KOM

A tour rolling along the Pacific Coast, through lush valleys and over rolling hills, plus the legendary Taiwan KOM Challenge route.

The Central Mountain Line

This is our high mountain classic. A week in the big country, featuring the famous Wuling Pass at 3275m

East Coast Home Base Tour

Ride along the Pacific coast, past sandy beaches and high cliffs,  through fruit orchards, rice fields, gorges,  jungles, hills and mountains.

The "Huadao" or Round Island Tour

Take on this legendary local challenge  of riding around the whole island of Taiwan. We'll route you on the best possible  route to truly experience the real  Taiwan.

We've explored, trained and raced on the fabulous roads of Taiwan. Quite simply, we know the island's road network inside out. For us, the Taiwan cycling passion began  back  in 2010 and has grown stronger year after year. Our team, not only have an intimate knowledge of Taiwan's roads, but also the experience and understanding of the climate, people and culture. We bring to you the opportunity to experience it and be treated as if you are a professional rider at the same time, on our quality cycling tours.

Have a Taste

Take a look at the following videos to give you a little sample of what lies in wait for you in Taiwan.

Take a look at our own short Epic Ride Taiwan promo video.

See what the guys at GCN made of the Taiwan KOM Challenge back in 2017

Ian Crawshaw, Singapore

"When I first met Ian, I was a leisure cyclist returning to riding after many years out of the sport. His passion for riding and knowledge of  Taiwan cycling were instrumental in transforming me from someone who would avoid riding in the mountains to someone who embraced riding in the mountains, even participating in race events. Without a doubt, if you are planning a cycling trip to Taiwan, you'll be in good hands with Ian and his team."

Kirk Ko, Taipei

Adam is very professional in his approach, and  he is also someone who genuinely cares about your well-being and experience.    I always remember the climb from ShenKeng to NanGang up the 109 climb.  The coaching I received from Adam and encouragement in the beginning of the climb really helped me pace my way up the climb, with him telling me what was coming up with each turn, whilst riding.   I got a big PR.   Adam can accommodate different level riders in the same group, all of which can benefit from appropriate stimulation.    When organising the routes he had planned for us, I liked how the slower riders go first, and the faster riders go later whilst doing an extra loop to ensure everyone meets at roughly the same time.  This is a great approach meaning the faster riders can push whilst the slower riders don’t feel bad for having everyone wait for too long.    The group ride was well thought out, suitable for all  and great fun. We even practiced doing a Team Time Trial ‘Train’ which was fast and a very helpful skill to learn.    He is a top guy as well.

Ira Hidayanti Jakarta/Chicago

"For a long time, Ian has been my go to man when I need some inspiration for a new route.

Nobody else can match his knowledge of those “secret vistas”

APRIL SALE:   Book now and get   up to 60% off!

Bike Taiwan

• Fully Guided
• Personalized

• Introduction
• Day 1 TAIPEI - TRAIN JOURNEY & WARM UP RIDE
• Day 2 CYCLE TO SHOUFENG
• Day 3 CYCLE TO FUYUAN & BUTTERFLY VALLEY HIKE
• Day 4 CYCLE TO FULI, SAOBA MONOLITHS, TROPIC OF CANCER & TEA TASTING
• Day 5 CYCLE TO DULAN
• Day 6 PADDLEBOARDING & FREE AFTERNOON IN DULAN
• Day 7 CYCLE TO KENTING
• Day 8 TRANSFER TO KAOHSIUNG, TOUR CONCLUDES

Want to read it later?

Download this tour’s PDF brochure and start tour planning offline

What's Included

• Accommodation
• Additional Services

Adventure Type

• Group of 14 travelers max.
• Fast booking confirmation
• Carefully planned itineraries
• Travel with like-minded people
• Travel with your own group of min. 2 travelers
• Choose your preferred dates and duration
• Upgrade your accommodation
• Customize the itineraries

Dates & Availability

Pay-by-instalments

Take advantage of our 0% interest instalment plan on selected departures. Learn More

• Upcoming departures
• October 2024
• November 2024
• January 2025
• October 2025
• Monday 6 May, 2024 Monday 13 May, 2024 English Almost Sold Out Multiple Room Types €3,501 Confirm Dates
• Monday 8 Jul, 2024 Monday 15 Jul, 2024 English Almost Sold Out Multiple Room Types €3,501 Confirm Dates
• Monday 14 Oct, 2024 Monday 21 Oct, 2024 English Almost Sold Out Multiple Room Types €3,501 0% Interest Instalments Confirm Dates
• Monday 25 Nov, 2024 Monday 2 Dec, 2024 English Almost Sold Out Multiple Room Types €3,501 0% Interest Instalments Confirm Dates
• Monday 6 Jan, 2025 Monday 13 Jan, 2025 English Almost Sold Out Multiple Room Types €3,501 0% Interest Instalments Confirm Dates
• Monday 17 Mar, 2025 Monday 24 Mar, 2025 English Almost Sold Out Multiple Room Types €3,501 0% Interest Instalments Confirm Dates
• Monday 5 May, 2025 Monday 12 May, 2025 English Almost Sold Out Multiple Room Types €3,501 0% Interest Instalments Confirm Dates
• Monday 7 Jul, 2025 Monday 14 Jul, 2025 English Almost Sold Out Multiple Room Types €3,501 0% Interest Instalments Confirm Dates
• Monday 27 Oct, 2025 Monday 3 Nov, 2025 English Almost Sold Out Multiple Room Types €3,501 0% Interest Instalments Confirm Dates

Frequently Asked Questions

We are there for you! If you have any questions about this tour, then please don't hesitate to contact us 24/7 and we will get back to you latest within 2 hours!

Got a question about this tour?

Reach out to our travel experts.

Good to Know

• Currency $ New Taiwan Dollar Taiwan

As a traveller from England, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa you will need an adaptor for types A, B.

• These are only indications, so please visit your doctor before you travel to be 100% sure.
• Typhoid - Recommended for Taiwan. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
• Hepatitis A - Recommended for Taiwan. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
• Tuberculosis - Recommended for Taiwan. Ideally 3 months before travel.
• Hepatitis B - Recommended for Taiwan. Ideally 2 months before travel.
• Yellow fever - Certificate of vaccination required if arriving from an area with a risk of yellow fever transmission for Taiwan. Ideally 10 days before travel.
• Japanese B encephalitis - Recommended for Taiwan. Ideally 1 month before travel.
• Unfortunately we cannot offer you a visa application service. Whether you need a visa or not depends on your nationality and where you wish to travel. Assuming your home country does not have a visa agreement with the country you're planning to visit, you will need to apply for a visa in advance of your scheduled departure.
• Here is an indication for which countries you might need a visa. Please contact the local embassy for help applying for visas to these places.
• For any tour departing before 30th August 2024 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after 30th August 2024, a minimum payment of 20% is required to confirm your booking with Grasshopper Adventures. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 125 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
• Some departure dates and prices may vary and Grasshopper Adventures will contact you with any discrepancies before your booking is confirmed.
• The following cards are accepted for "Grasshopper Adventures" tours: Visa, Maestro, Mastercard, American Express or PayPal. TourRadar does NOT charge you an extra fee for using any of these payment methods.
• Insurance Unless otherwise mentioned, TourRadar does not provide travel insurance. We do however recommend purchasing it through our tried and trusted partner, World Travel Nomads .
• Accessibility Some tours are not suitable for mobility-restricted traveller, however, some operators may be able to accommodate special requests. For any enquiries, you can contact our customer support team , who are ready and waiting to help you.
• Cambodia Partially Guided tours
• Central Japan Budget tours
• Sail into 2024 with a Nile cruise! Special tr…
• 2 Days Tsavo East & West National park safari…
• Connected to the Wild, Private Tour
• Tour from Dubrovnik to Athens or Corfu: 7 Bal…
• England Travel Guide | All You Need to Know

Similar Tours

Keep Exploring Taiwan

• Taiwan Travel Guide
• 10 Best Cycling Tour Companies 2024/2025
• 10 Amazing Private Bicycle Tours 2024/2025
• 10 Best Cycling Tours 2024/2025
• Taiwan from Taipei
• Taiwan Bicycle
• Small group tour
• 8 days Taiwan
• Operators in Asia
• Bike Taiwan Tours in Taiwan
• Bicycle Tours
• Taiwan Tours
• Group Tours
• Fully Guided Tours
• Personalized Tours
• Taiwan tours

• +66 76 324 211
• [email protected]
• Mo - Sa 09:00 - 12:00 + 13:00 - 19:00

Magic Island of Taiwan Cycling Tour

About this tour

Referred to by the Portuguese as the “Ilha Formosa” (Beautiful Island), Taiwan has preserved its wild beauty to this day. The east coast is a true cycling paradise with perfect roads and beautiful nature. We take in the highest pass in East Asia (3,275 masl), admire the unique Taroko Gorge, and enjoy the view of the Pacific in Kenting. The modern metropolis of Taipei, along with the 101 Tower, offers diverse cultural and culinary discoveries.

Road bike tour through the Island of the Bicycle.

12 days | 11 nights | 8 stages from 35 to 154 km | Total *650 – 734 km | *6700 – 9.800 m ascent

*Optional sections of routes can be done by bus

Tour Package: 139,000 THB (129.000 THB bei Buchung bis 30.04.24) Tour Package incl. Single Supplement: 174,000 THB (158.000 THB bei Buchung bis 30.04.24)

A limited number of rental road bikes and e-bikes are available upon request.

STARTS IN Taipei

ARRIVE AT Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport (TPE)

ENDS IN Taipei

DEPART FROM Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport (TPE)

TOTAL CYCLING DISTANCE 734 KM

DISTANCE PER DAY 35 - 154 KM

Tour Highlights

• City Bike Tour with Taipei 101 Tower (508 m)
• North-South crossing of Taiwan
• Taroko Marble Stone Canyon
• Hehuan Shan Pass | 3,275 meters above sea level
• Scenic coastal road
• Kenting National Park | Sandy beaches and coral reefs
• High-Speed Train 300 km/h

Not Included

Day 1  |  Arrival in Taipei D included We start the tour with a night at a chic 4-star hotel in the center of Taipei. In the evening, we meet for a tour briefing before enjoying a typical Taiwanese dinner.

Day 2  |  Taipei 101 Tower and City Bike Tour B included We make the most of the awesome “U-Bike” rental system to ride around the capital, before experiencing Taipei from one of the highest buildings in the world. From the Chang Kai Chek Memorial, we then head into the trendy cultural district of Ximending.

Day 3  | 1st stage:  Taipei – Cilan 48 km | 750 m ascent | B/L/D included

After a 2-hour train ride, we reach the island’s central mountains. Once on the bikes, we ride past the mighty Mount Cilan and continue to enjoy a panoramic view of the mountain from our hotel.

Day 4  | 2nd stage:  Cilan – Lishan 72 km | 2,470 m ascent | B/L/D included

Today’s ride winds up through bamboo and fern forests to the pass, with orchards growing on steep mountain slopes. We spend the night in the mountain village of Lishan, which sits at 1900 masl.

Day 5  | 3rd stage:  Lishan – Sincheng 122 km | 1,940 m ascent | Optional sections by bus | B/L/D included

At 3275 masl, Hehuanshan Pass is the highest pass in East Asia. Experience the unique views of hundreds of peaks. After the climb, you can enjoy a 75 km descent through the Taroko gorge.

Day 6  | 4th stage:  Sincheng – An Ton Hot Springs 130 km | 1,320 m ascent | B/L/D included

We spend the first part of the day riding along a coastal road, giving us stunning views of the Pacific Ocean. We then climb through a tropical forest to bring us to the East Rift Valley. Here, we can relax as we let our bodies sink into the thermal waters of the An Ton Hot Springs.

Day 7  | 5th stage:  An Ton Hot Springs – Chishang 78 km | 670 m | | B/L included

Today, we cycle through the East Rift Valley, which lies between the Central Mountains and the Coastal Mountains. This valley runs parallel to the coast and is known for its green rice fields, waterfalls, and tea plantations.

Day 8  | 6th stage:  Chishang – Taitung 95 km | 880 m ascent | B/L/D included

We ride back to the “Sunshine Coast” and back to the ocean. This area is home to the Formosan macaque monkey. We spend the night in the port city of Taitung, which was the first part of Taiwan to be inhabited by the natives.

Day 9  | 7th stage:  Taitung – Kenting 154 km | 1,480 m ascent | B/L/D included

We glide through wild flora and tropical forests whilst enjoying the descent through the jungle-covered mountains to reach the east side of the Hengchung Peninsula. Here, the wind has created bizarre sand dunes.

Day 10  | 8th stage:  Kenting loop – Short ride or rest day 35 km | 300 m ascent | B included

Kenting is the southernmost point of Taiwan. After a relaxing day on the sandy beach, with an optional shorter ride, we get to experience the vibrant night market and celebrate our journey at the beach bar.

Day 11  |  Kenting – Kaohsiung – Taipei B/D included Sat in business class, we ride back to Taipei at 300 kph on the high-speed railway. In the evening, we enjoy a world-class dinner in our extravagant 5-star hotel.

Day 12  |  Departure Day from Taipei City B included With unforgettable memories, we leave the “Ilha Formosa” (Beautiful Island), as named by the first Portuguese explorers.

All of our cycling tours will be arranged into small groups and guided by an experienced tour guide.  Our bike tours are suitable for any enthusiastic cyclist in reasonable shape.

The group will determine the riding speed on any stage; faster riders may go ahead together, regrouping at selected refreshment stops with the others. During our tours it is mandatory to wear a helmet.

The Thai currency is the baht. ATM’s, which are abundant, are the easiest ways to get Thai baht. Have a supply of US dollars in cash on hand, just in case your card doesn’t work. Banks or the rarer private money changers offer the best foreign-exchange rates. Credit cards are accepted in big cities and resort hotels but you’ll need baht for family-run guesthouses or restaurants.

We recommend that you visit a travel medical doctor and ask about the following vaccinations: typhoid, polio, tetanus and hepatitis A. A certificate for Yellow Fever is required when arriving from an infected area within six days.

Thailand generally has a tropical climate with fairly high humidity. The North and Central region have a tropical climate with fairly high humidity. Northeast Thailand has a humid hot and dry weather alternatively with medium rain while the coastal areas of the east are humid and hot with intermittent rain. The South of Thailand has a tropical climate with fairly high humidity. There are three seasons: from March to June it is hot and dry, with temperatures between 27˚C/80 F and 40˚C/104 F, with night temperatures in the 20s. The rainy season is from July to October, but temperatures are slightly lower, because of the effect of the rain. During this time it will not rain continuously, but in sharp bursts, and the sun can come out quickly. The cooler season is from October to February, with average temperatures between 20˚C/68 F and 30˚C/86 F

• 90 days before starting the tour: Admin expenses (Bank fees, any costs caused by cancellation)
• 60 to 89 days before starting the tour: Deposit paid
• 45 to 59 days before starting the tour: 50% of tour price
• 15 to 44 days before starting the tour: 70% of tour price
• 0 to 14 days before starting the tour: 100% of tour price
• 59 to 45 days before departure: THB 10,000
• 15 to 44 days before departure: THB 15,000
• Pay Deposit
• Pay in Full

Select Tour Dates  * Select Tour Date

SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER

Newsletter abonnieren.

Not yet a member?

Create an account with Grasshopper Adventures today, receive updates, gift rewards...

• 1-844-874-3720
• Free Catalog
• WAYS TO SAVE
• Request Catalog

Home > Taiwan

East taiwan self-guided cycle tour.

6 Days | 5 Nights

• BOOK THIS TOUR

A Self-Guided Bike Tour of Taiwan’s Coast and East Rift Valley

Ride at your own pace on this self-guided cycling tour of Taiwan’s East Coast. Crafted from years of experience touring Taiwan, our perfect self-guided route is compact but diverse and takes in some of the island’s most impressive scenery on quiet, easy-to-follow roads, along the East Coast and East Rift Valley. If you crave the perks of independent bike touring without the drawbacks, then this self-guided adventure in Taiwan is the one for you!

Learn more about the Self-guided style of touring

Quality Bikes Cannondale Quick Disc 4 or Rikulau E-bike

Your Guide Self-guided

Group Size 1 to 14

Accommodation Stylish and Comfortable Hotels

Activities Ride/walk

Minimum Age -

This self-guided independent cycling adventure features a carefully crafted and easy to follow route through Taroko Gorge to the verdant East Rift Valley and on to the dazzling East Coast. 

With our audio guide, suggestions for must-see stops and best eateries, and a few helpful words in the local language, you’ll seek out your own adventure, stop at places you otherwise wouldn’t find, and make connections with the local people. 

After a train transfer from Taipei, the riding begins in Taroko, the world’s deepest marble gorge, and then snakes its way south, with sections on the rugged Pacific Coastline, and on quiet country roads through the idyllic East Rift Valley, a lush landscape of rice paddies, tropical fruit orchards, indigenous villages, and hot springs! You'll emerge from the valley at the southern end of your unforgettable adventure for a final cruise along the coast, before rolling into the laidback surf village of Taitung.

Pedal assist E-bikes are an available option on this tour for $240.

254 km / 157.8 mi riding . You'll ride on well-made roads some of which have designated cycle lanes. The terrain varies from gently undulating along parts of the East Coast to the short but steep ascent and long descent over the Coastal Mountain Range. Traffic is generally light although there will be occasional stretches on busier roads.   Deposit payment: $500 USD Single room option: $700 USD Solo rider option: $1200 USD

• Walk along Swallow Grotto in the dramatic Taroko Gorge before heading to your luxurious accommodation nestled within it.
• Pedal through the bright green rice paddies and small indigenous communities of the East Rift Valley.
• Park your bike to explore the rocky volcano-formed Sanxiantai Islet.
• Paddle a SUP on the emerald green waters of Donghe River Gorge.
• Self-guided app and navigation equipment
• All breakfasts, 1 lunch, 1 dinner
• 5 nights in comfortable hotels, resorts and B&B’s
• Quality well-maintained bikes
• Luggage transfers and on-call support
• Memento cycling jersey and water bottle
• Tips for non-Grasshopper service staff

TAIPEI ACTIVE EXPLORER TOUR EXTENSION

Optional 3-day/2-night bike & hike tour extension of taipei's highlights, what our guests say.

• What’s Included
• Accommodations

Day 1: Train Journey & Warm Up Ride

This morning you’ll make your way to the train station for the beautiful journey along the spectacular east coast to Xincheng station (Taroko). Train tickets will be delivered to your chosen hotel in advance. You’ll be met on arrival at Xincheng train station by one of our friendly tour leaders and head for a local lunch and a full briefing to the week ahead.

After lunch you’ll transfer to your overnight lodgings, deep in the gorge, stopping en route for a short walk along Swallow’s Grotto, one of the most dramatic sections. On arrival at the hotel you’ll check in and then have a bike fitting, after which your tour leader will depart. The rest of the afternoon can be spent riding further west into gorge (part of the famous King of the Mountain route), wandering to a nearby monastery, or just soaking up the views.

Day 2: Cycle to Yanliao, East Coast

Today you get an early start to make the exhilarating ride down through Taroko Gorge and to the sea, maybe stopping for a hike along the Lushui-Heliu, or Shakadang trails before emerging onto the Pacific Coast. Avoiding the main highway you ride narrow lanes lined with banana palms and temples, taking beachside rest stops on the way south along the coast. Tonight you stay in a small boutique bed and breakfast overlooking the sea in the fishing village of Yanliao. There is an excellent seafood restaurant just a short walk from the hotel.

Day 3: Cycle to Fuyuan

For a break from the coast, today you’ll venture into the picturesque but little visited East Rift Valley, a land of lush green rice paddies and small indigenous communities, heading south on a lovely little road to Fuyuan, where walking trails and soothing hot springs await! Dinner tonight is included at the hotel.

Day 4: Cycle to Danman & SUP or Kayak Stone Umbrella

This morning you can begin your ride with a short diversion to visit the Tropic of Cancer Monument, the Saoba Monoliths (Taiwan’s version of Stone Henge), and for a cuppa amidst the tea farms of Wuhe. From here today’s ride continues south through the ever-widening Rift Valley, mountains on either side, before bearing east across the Coastal Mountain Range. After a short, steep climb there’s a wonderful long descent offering spectacular views down the coast. Once back on the coastal road it’s just a short ride to your ocean side hotel which has a lovely pool.

For those with the energy in the afternoon there’s the chance to SUP, kayak or just swim at nearby Stone Umbrella Beach, named for the otherworldly coastal rock formations here.

Day 5: Cycle to Taitung

Your final day’s ride takes you south along the ever more impressive coastline, and throws up a host of possible stops including a hike to magical Sanxiantai, a rugged and rocky island formed by a long extinct volcano, delicious baozi (filled steamed bun) in Donghe, a coffee in the laid-back surf mecca of Dulan (also famous as an indigenous arts centre), a swim at beautiful Shanyuan Beach, or exploring the otherworldly coastal rock formations at Xiao Yeliu. The ride ends in Taitung, where there are temples, parks, an arts district and night markets to explore, or you could just take relax in the hotel pool.

Day 6: Tour Concludes in Taitung

This morning you’ll be met by a Grasshopper tour leader, return your bikes and equipment, and then be transferred to the train station or airport for your onward journey.

WHAT’S INCLUDED

Smooth Ride

Cycling CPU

Self-Reliance

Bag Transfer

Wahoo ELEMNT

E-bike Option

Tour Extension

Bike Upgrade

Our dedicated Grasshopper Self-guided Adventures app combines navigating technology with visual and audio descriptions of points of interest along your routes, and can be hosted on all Android and iOS devices. The app contains your detailed tour route, podcasts with background information on the regions you will pass through, plus an audio commentary describing points of interest along the way. It also provides dining suggestions along your routes as well as in destination locations with translated menu recommendations. Furthermore, it will provide voiced glossaries of common phrases and words which you can use to make connections with locals. On request we can provide iPads if you don’t wish to use your own mobile device.

Quality, well maintained Cannondale Quick Disc 4's in a full range of sizes are included in the price of your tour. These bikes are fitted-out to suit the conditions with hybrid tires for smooth touring performance, a wide gear range to help you on any climbs and removable mudguards in case we encounter wet conditions.

In the larger cities and established tourist centers, we use stylish and comfortable hotels and resorts. In the smaller destinations we use simple hotels with air-conditioning and private bathrooms, and some with private hot springs and swimming pool.

Exclusive to self-guided tours, our bikes come fitted with top of the range GPS navigation units. These biking computers have remarkable customization capabilities and can easily be ported with all major biking software, such as Strava, RidewithGPS or Kamoot, for all fans of cycling data. Never fear if you are not technically minded, as we've made them accessible to all riders. The device will be customised for you and we will upload the most accurate maps and routes. Furthermore, you will be well briefed on putting it to good use. You can download a free companion app and play around with its setup, download results of a day’s ride, or set yourself daily workout goals.

Before you ride out on your Self-guided adventure, you will be given a set of essential tools to handle all possible minor repairs, or you can turn to local mechanics for help. However, in the unlikely event of a breakdown, you just need to reach out to our representative who will either talk you through basic repairs or organize support in your location or will help you handle transfer to your destination. On request, and for an additional fee, we provide a premium transfer service, to pick you up anywhere on the road if you feel you can’t make it to your ride’s destination.

We provide the technology, travel planning and attention to detail so that you can just focus on enjoying the ride. You'll have your pick of great places to eat plus endless opportunities for local interaction as you cycle through regional communities. This is true independent touring without the hassle. It will take you to places you'd never reach any other way and allow you to explore new locations at your own pace.

We provide secure luggage transfers between each of your hotels. This way you can enjoy the ride knowing that when you arrive, your bags will already be waiting at reception. We will also call ahead to ensure that everything is ready for your arrival.

A beautiful souvenir Grasshopper cycling jersey is yours to wear and take home. We also provide a Grasshopper drink bottle as an extra memento.

On this tour we provide Wahoo ELEMNT bike computers for navigational support. These are the latest in user-friendly navigation tech from Wahoo Fitness. With Wahoo devices you will be able to track your progress and monitor your route. Beyond their basic setup, the geek-cyclists will find Wahoo ELEMNTs to be excellent data mining devices allowing to measure almost any aspect of the ride.

E-bikes are available as an optional extra on this tour for a surcharge. You can choose between a regular or step-through frame depending on availability.

In Taiwan we offer the Rikulau E-ILI ILI Gravel Bike, a superior example of Rikulau's commitment to quality and enhanced power. Crafted from premium grade chromoly, the Hercules frame is purposefully designed for touring, offering unparalleled comfort and durability. Its exceptional design ensures enjoyable, controlled rides on diverse terrains, including unpaved trails and pothole-filled city streets. Tailored for riders ranging from 150 cm to 190 cm (size XXS to XL), the bike also incorporates a handy pannier rack. Ideal for island exploration, multi-day journeys, or city touring and is a fine choice as your companion on the road in Taiwan. Find out more about our E-Bikes here .

Our itineraries are carefully crafted to make the best of your time while touring and to balance out cycling and off-the-saddle activities. However, on this tour, there are locations which are ideal to spend an additional day, enjoy the hotel facilities, try your hand at surfing or just to relax while taking in the sights. Reach out to our expert team to learn more about extending your adventure in Taiwan.

We are proud of the skills of our mechanics and put our full trust in the quality of our bikes, but we are always ready to act if something goes wrong. Self-guided touring requires that you can perform minor repairs yourself, but for any tough repairs you can count on our staff to provide assistance.

Your safety on a self-guided tour is our top concern as you ride without a local guide to offer immediate help. For this reason we provide means of contacting our Representative anytime, so if an urgent situation arises they can assist with translation, arranging transportation to medical facilities, or obtaining documentation required by your insurer.

For those who want a little more zip in their ride the Rikalau Audaz 325 Titanium road bike is available as an upgrade option on all tours in Taiwan. The titanium frame offers a sublime blend of comfort, responsiveness, and lightweight agility, that will have you cruising along the coast and through the valleys of Taiwan with a grin from ear to ear. It's very likely you'll wish to purchase a titanium bike yourself by the end of the tour. The Ti frame is complemented by Shimano gearing, DT swiss wheels, and all the hardware to boost your riding experience to the next level - it's the true road warrior to best explore Taiwan by bike. Now all that's needed is you!

This bike is available as an upgrade option on this tour for $ 240 pp

ACCOMMODATIONS

Butterfly valley resort.

Butterfly Valley Resort is nestled at the base of verdant mountains, offering private hot springs, and a stunning outdoor refreshing swimming pool with gorgeous garden views. From the garden, you can breathe fresh mountain air as you admire the picturesque and peaceful surroundings.

Ocean Villa Taitung

A new addition to our Self-Guided itinerary, Ocean Villa has attractively styled modern rooms, a lovely pool, and great ocean views from its top floor dining room.

Sheraton Taitung

Sheraton is an international 5-star hotel with 5-star facilities, including an impressive swimming pool, sauna, gym, and rooftop bar. Located in the heart of central Taitung by the night market, you don't have to travel far to soak up some local atmosphere.

Silks Place Taroko

Silks offers the height of luxury in the heart of the world’s deepest marble gorge. As well as great rooms and breathtaking views down the gorge the hotel also has a lovely outdoor pool and first-rate food.

Trip Extensions

Privacy policy, guest reviews.

Overall an excellent experience. This was my first organized bicycle trip and first "self-guided" trip and I found it to be an excellent way to see the land.

Self-guided tours are a great way to go. With GPS and all the back up, it's hard to go wrong, and it's just such a great adventure to do with 1 or 2 mates, even for a comparatively inexperienced cyclist like me. Grasshopper has a really good selection of routes, and great soft infrastructure in terms of people, accommodation choices, etc. We never had a mechanical or navigational problem, but if we had I am confident we could have got hold of some help from Grasshopper pretty quickly even though we were in remote areas

-Michael Openshaw

Amazing.We started from Taroko and cycled down to Kenting. The route was preplanned and saved in GPS cycling computer by Grasshopper. This was very comfortable to follow the road. We never get lost from the road. The route was very beautiful. The roads are very good quality, safe and quiet. The accommodation, booked by Grasshopper was also very good. I certainly recommend this kind of trip and I certainly recommend cycling in (Eastern) Taiwan.

Amazing trip overall - brilliantly organized, great routes and support. I would thoroughly recommend it. Everything was incredibly well taken care of from pre-trip communication to bike set up to safety briefings to some idyllic stays along the way. Tot, Mandy and Kenji make a super team and were always there if we needed anything.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. what is travel in taiwan like.

Click here to see our Taiwan Travel Guide .

Here is some general travel information for Taiwan.

2. What is a self-guided tour like?

Take a moment to read our blog Is Self-guided for you?

You can also find more answers to your questions on our Self-guided FAQ page.

WHAT MAKES US STAND OUT

Grasshopper style.

This self-guided cycling adventure allows you to discover the natural wonders of Taiwan at your own pace and with your own choice of stops, meals, and activities while incorporating our knowledge of the must-see destinations as well as the hidden gems. We’ve taken care of the details, specially crafting an easy-to-follow and beautiful route in this cycling-friendly country as well as taking care of your accommodations and luggage transfer. Take our expertise and pursue your own adventure as you explore the rugged Pacific coast of Taiwan by bike!

Grasshopper Self-guided Adventures - How it Works?

Similar tours, bike taiwan, stunning shikoku bike tour of japan, cycle kyoto to the coast - self-guided, taiwan bike, walk & dumplings.

NEWSLETTER SIGNUP

Destinations

Tour Styles

Call Us (Toll Free)

Schedule a Call

NEXT: WHY US

FEATURED IN:

© 2024 Grasshopper Adventures. All Rights Reserved.

Recommended by

• Destinations
• Find your Trip
• Guaranteed Departures

Southeast Asia

Central asia.

• Multi Country

Middle East

Latin america, exploring taiwan by bicycle.

The famously contentious island of the East China Sea has gone mostly unnoticed by travelers. But Taiwan has so much to offer visitors. Especially those who prefer to travel on two wheels. Away from the bustle of Taipei in the west, the beautiful and mountainous eastern half of the island sets the perfect stage for an ambitious cycling trip.

Rugged Mountains

Volcanoes, towering mountain ranges, and river gorges. This small island packs a huge punch when it comes to dramatic natural landscapes and challenging terrain. Conquer cloud-skimming peaks and descend into lush, misted river valleys. Each leg of your journey in Taiwan is rewarded with breathtaking views of the island’s unspoiled scenery.

Cycling Culture

Road cyclists looking for a challenge outside of the predictable European haunts need look no further than Taiwan. On the bike, well-maintained roads and polite traffic provide a cyclist-friendly atmosphere. Off the bike, natural hot springs soothe and rejuvenate weary legs. And the rewarding climbs, impressive scenery, and welcoming local culture make Taiwan the next international cycling destination.

The climb over Wuling and down to the east coast is one of the epic rides of cycling. A must do!

Thomas Michael Taylor

Choose your Taiwan Adventure

Craft your own adventure.

We can tailor make your adventure exactly how you want it. Whether it's tweaking an existing itinerary, booking a standard tour on a different date, or creating your own unique one!

Travel with Us

More spiceroads, subscribe to our newsletter.

T.T.T. Tour Operator No. 14/02179 ATTA: 02354 Privacy Policy

THE 5 BEST Taiwan Bike Tours

Bike tours in taiwan.

• Hiking Trails
• Biking Trails
• Hiking & Camping Tours
• Up to 1 hour
• 1 to 4 hours
• 4 hours to 1 day
• 5.0 of 5 bubbles
• 4.0 of 5 bubbles & up
• 3.0 of 5 bubbles & up
• 2.0 of 5 bubbles & up
• Chinese (Traditional)
• Chiang Kai-Shek Memorial Hall
• Yongkang Street
• YOLO Taiwan
• Presidential Office Building
• Likely to Sell Out
• The ranking of tours, activities, and experiences available on Tripadvisor is determined by several factors including the revenue generated by Tripadvisor from these bookings, the frequency of user clicks, and the volume and quality of customer reviews. Occasionally, newly listed offerings may be prioritized and appear higher in the list. The specific placement of these new listings may vary.

1. 4-Hour Morning Cycling Tour in Taipei (incl. breakfast)

2. Taipei City Bike Tour with Night Market Experience

3. Taiwan KOM CHALLENGE CYCLING TOUR

4. Taipei City Bike Tour with Elephant Mountain Hiking Experience

5. Ruifang Houtong Mining Road

6. The Shiba Taipei tour

What travelers are saying.

Bike Express Taiwan

Prompt Reply・Punctual Delivery・Premium MIT Bikes・Personal Service

Your Cycling Concierge in Taiwan – Bike Rental, Bike Tours & More

Titanium & steel bikes.

We specialize in handcrafted titanium and stainless steel bikes from  Rikulau Taiwan  are light and sturdy, available from XXS to XXXL

Right on Your Doorstep

Our rental packages includes FREE delivery and pick-up within Taipei City. Self-pickup and drop-off are also available in other cities with top-up charges

E-bikes for cyclists

We offer e-bikes designed for keen cyclists who just need a bit of help. You will be given comfortability and ease when exploring Taiwan on two wheels

Support Vehicle

Support vehicles and licensed cycling coaches are available with top-up fees, making every adventure and challenge possible

All-inclusive rental package

The listed rental includes all essential accessories including helmet, lock, lights, tool kit, panniers, saddle bags, and clipless pedals

Maximum Flexibility

We operate from 7 am to 10 pm, 7 days a week, and you keep the bike for full 24 hours for one-day rental, starting from the time you get it

Quality Assurance

All our rental bikes will be cleaned and turned after use, and checked up regularly by the manufacturer to ensure quality and safety

Traveller-friendly Services

Luggage deposit; Route consultation; Travel advice and tips; On-the-road support/interpretation via email and IMs

Share this:

Bike express taiwan co., ltd..

鐵馬快線有限公司 1/F., No.2, Sec. 5, Chenggong Rd., Neihu Dist., Taipei 114 [for correspondence only] Tax ID: 5238 3458

+886 909 984162 [email protected]

© 2017 – 2024 Bike Express Taiwan Co., Ltd All rights reserved

Greetings from Peter & Lois

Our Partners

Rikulau Co. Ltd. Bike Explorer

Online Store

Buy a Rikulau bike and more

The cycling routes provided on this website are intended for informational purposes only. While we strive to offer accurate and up-to-date information, routes and road conditions may change over time. Cyclists are urged to exercise caution and use their own judgment when navigating these routes. The owners of this website shall not be held liable for any accidents, injuries, or damages that may occur as a result of using the suggested routes. It is the responsibility of each cyclist to conduct thorough research and make informed decisions while cycling.

• Testimonials

Tour description

Taiwan Round The Island Cycling

Description.

Cycling Around the Island of Taiwan in 9Days!

Requested by popular demand over the years, we have decided to do this as a CELEBRATION trip when we Emerge Out from COVID-19!! Cyclists whom have been with us to many destinations such as Hokkaido, Okinawa, Tibet & Malaysia have expressed their keen interest to join SCT for a Taiwan RTI. We probably do no need to elaborate more on Taiwan Round-island Cycling , as there are tons of information out there.

There are several variants of this popular trip.  After much spending alot of time comparing those information, we have decided to reference closely to the route as suggested by ?????????Taiwan Tourism Bureau MOTC .

* If you do not have 11days to spare, another option is to ride the best part of it in our  6D Best of East Taiwan Hualien-Taitung Scenic Loop

Reference map from Taiwan Tourism Bureau:

With tons of information on Taiwan Round-The-Island Cycling (RTI) available online, here we will just highlight the main differentiators:

3 KEY DIFFERENCES of SCT Taiwan Round-The-Island Cycling

+ 1) DIY-STYLE WITH SSV SUPPORT This is the an important element of our Taiwan DIY RTI. First of all, we will issue every cyclist the daily GPX files of the route. + What this means to you is that you are able to cycle confidently On Your Own, OR Collectively Together with cyclists of the same pace .  You do not need to rush nor be restricted by how you want to spend your time everyday.

+ We value PERSONAL time in cycling, hence by doing our DIY RTI, you can be informed of the daily route to take, where you can stop for meals/breaks, which hotels you will end up for the night, AND YET able to cycle like a personal adventure!  (There will be a SCT cycle-leader/guide for >4pax).

+ SCT DIY Taiwan RTI will give you that " SENSE of ADVENTURE " as if you are on your own.  It still come with our Support Sweeper Vehicle (SSV) to carry your luggage & to provide assistance in the event of mechanical issue or when you decide to take it easy for that day.

+ 2) 'UP THE BAR' CYCLE PLAN  Apart from referencing the official  Taiwan Round-The-Island Cycle Route 1 , we have added extra kilometres daily to do more sight-seeing.  You will be rewarded with SURPRISES every now & then!

After all, we do not want to complete this journey, simply rushing from hotel to hotel.

+ From our extensive research plus own local knowledge over the years,  combined with valuable inputs from our local SSV drivers/friends whom have been with us for years, you can be assured of the BEST way to make this journey. + We include a well-balanced accommodation types so that you can gain a wonderful experience from the journey.  + Sight-seeing & local food/snacks stops are planned in our inclusions.

+ 3) SMALL/PRIVATE GROUP CYCLING Unlike joining other bigger players or in a mega event, we will operate our RTI from minimum 4pax to go! You can also gather your own friends you are comfortable with to cycle together in sub-groups of 6-8pax each, OR simply go out on your own following our GPX route.

+ We welcome customised itinerary for private groups/clubs/organisations registration

Information

Taiwan Round-Island Cycling Cost: Note: Our cost is for services INCLUDING  2-way airport transfers + 2 extra nights of accom in Taipei (unlike others who meet & end at the start point Songshan Station)

SGD1790 (twin-share, min 04pax to go) Single sup $490 Includes: a) 10 nights accommodation (including arrival & post departure) b) Airport pickup & transfers to hotel (main group) c) 10 breakfasts  d) 1x SSV support vehicle + daily luggage transfer

e) train-tickets if needed for transfer at Suao section f) Mechanic support  g) GPX file of our RI route h) Detailed Pre-Departure Briefing & trip preparation i) 1x cycle leader/guide (* if more than 10pax)

j) 1x Taiwan RTI-themed jersey

>>>>> TRIP REGISTRATION

1) Make an online Pre-Trip Booking deposit of $50   via our  secured payment gateway  Paypal/Stripe.

2) State the Tour, Your Name & Contact details (mobile & email)

3) We will get in touch with you within 3 business days (what's next, other details, balance payment etc)  

Detailed itinerary

SCT DIY Taiwan Round The Island Cycing Overview:

(Details & GPX files of our cycle route will be sent via pm on event Whatsapp)

Total RTI Loop est.  970km 

> Cycle 870km (+ Trfr 90km) > We shall replace the treacherous ?? section by our SSV transfer due to very dangerous/heavy traffic.  After all, we don't believe in risking your lives for that!

Day01 Arrive to Taipei

Pickup from airport & transfer to hotel. Bike assembly/final prep. Welcome group dinner + briefing

Day02 Flag-off in Taipei Songshan Station  / Hsinchu (91km)

We will flag-off your Taiwan Round-The-Island the classic way from Songshan station.  Traffic will be heavy as we navigate our way out of the city, using a combination of river bike paths before we follow main provincial highway 3 towards Hsinchu.

Difficulty-level : 3 out of 5

Main sights: Sanxia old street, Daxi old street, Shimen reservoir, Hisinchu City God Temple

Day03 Hsinchu  / Taichung (107km)

If you are lucky, you may have some tailwind to help you as you ride along the west coast expressway.  Route is generally flat, except for 1 main climb above 200m, near the end over Dadu mountain as we roll down into Taichung. 

Main sights: Houlong Cape of Good Hope, Tongxiao salt factory, Dajia Zhenlan temple?Calligraphy greenway

Day04 Taichung / Changhua / Chiayi (97km)

Difficulty-level : 2 out of 5

Today is an easy day as the route is very flat with lots of sight-seeing along the way.

Main sights: Rainbow village, Eight Trigram Mountains Buddha Landscape , Tianwei highway garden, Xiluo bridge, Alishan Forest Railway Garage

Day05 Chiayi / Kaohsiung (117km)

Though the distance is 117km, the route is relatively flat as you roll into Kaohsiung, the biggest city in southern Taiwan.

Main sights: Tropic of Cancer marker, Confucius temple, Rainbow bridge, Heart of Love river

Day06 Kaohsiung / Checheng (89km)

A few undulating slopes near the end as we approach Checheng wth nice view of the ocean.  Distance is short today as we want you to rest early and prepare for the climb up to Shouka the next day.

Main sights: Kaohsiung airport, Donglong temple, Dapeng Bay scenic area

Day07 Checheng / Shouka / Taitung (114km)

Difficulty-level : 4 out of 5

Today is one of the tough day of the round-island journey, as you climb your way up to Shouka 470m, crossing from Pingtung in the west to arrive Taitung  in eastern coast.  After reaching the top, you are rewarded with a nice long descent to Daren.  You may experience crosswind / headwind as you ride along the coastal route 9.

Main sights: Shouka bike service stop  Dawu rainbow street, Duoliang railway station, Tiehua Railway music & art street

Day08 Taitung / Chishang / Ruisui (113km)

The East Rift valley is a scenic route where you see beautiful rice fields and trains passing by every now and then. We will detour to ride up Luye Highlands where you may see colourful hot-air ballons or hang gliders if you are lucky.

Main sights: Longtian green corridor, Luye highlands, Guanshan bike path, Chishang Brown avenue 

Day09 Ruisui / Hualien (66km)

Main sights: Tropic of Cancer marker, Hualien Sugar factory

Day10 Hualien  / land transfer to Suao / Yilan  / Taipei  (100km)

This is the other tough day before you end your round-island journey.  There are 2 main climbs above 500m that you need to tackle before arriving back to Taipei.  One of the climb is nine turns and eighteen curves.  Though challenging, the view of the mountains and the sea from the top is a great motivator.  We are sure you can do it as it is the finale!

Congratulations & Well Done !! You have completed this epic journey around Taiwan !

We will apply for the official completion certification from the Taiwan Cyclist Federation on your behalf.

Main sights: Hualien Qixingtan scenic park, Taroko Gorge bridge,  Dongshan river forest park, Pinglin tea garden, Bitan scenic spot, Taipei 101

Day11 Departure (*OR own extension)

Send-off to the airport for the main group. Pls arrange with us separately for those extending your trip.

Enquiry form

Why to Rent Our Bike?

Many types of bikes.

We can fit you with the perfect because we carry all sizes of bike rental Taiwan ( 100cm -200cm ).

Highly reviews on Google

Comfort. Safety. Our equipment is guaranteed to make your biking experience 100% stress-free.

Longest Opening Hours

Have all the time in the world? Rent for days and explore Taiwan at your leisure.

Tours & Rentals Fully Customed

All the cycling tours designed by you in Bike Rental Taiwan.

Included with Every Bike Daily Rental

All Bike Rental Taiwan guidelines →

Popular Models Bike Rental Taiwan!

30 gears Froging Steel Touring Bike

Touring Bike Rental Taiwan - Most recommended bike model, using disc brakes + puncture proof tires with adjust to various terrains, it can carry a load of up to 25 kg, suitable for backpackers and campers.

30 gears Aluminum Flat-bar Road Bike

Road Bike Rental Taiwan - The Fastest bicycle model for Cycling Around Taiwan! The weight only 9 kg with Shimano Tiagra system, it can easily win the roundabout and Wuling KOM! Suitable for Racing and light luggages of backpacker.

27 gears Aluminum Flat-bar Road Bike

Road Bike Rental Taiwan- It is super offer and high quality road bike for rent! The weight 10 kg below with Shimano Sora 34T system, Suitable for racing, climbing and lightweight packages of beginners.

Bike Equipment Rental

Just renting bicycle gears for 10 days. That 's a great price for less than 1,000 NTD!

Also provide Your Bicycle cheaking and How to repair flat tires lesson!

Electric Road Bike Rental

Hope to ride faster also save more strength, the Electric Road Bike is an absolute choice, and it can easiest win the any hills! Only 10,000 NTD in 10 days!

Also provide "How to repair flat tires" lesson! Go to get good services in Bike Rental Taiwan.

Cycling Vehicle Support

Things to Do in Taipei: Top 8 Must-See Attractions in Taipei City!

Taiwan latest covid-19 policy (Updated 06.13.2021)

Taiwan Bike Tour: 6 Steps to Plan Your Taiwan Cycling Tour Cost

Greetings from Taipei

Taipei Bike Works is your one-stop, friendly bicycle shop in the heart of Taipei City, Taiwan. From bicycle rentals to city tours to services, we’ve got you covered, along with our boundless knowledge and insight into cycling in Taiwan. Stop by the shop or get in touch!

Rent our well maintained bicycles starting from just NT$600/day (incl. panniers) and explore Taipei your way.

We offer daily tours of Taipei City hosted by our incredibly knowledgable staff who have lived in Taipei for years. There is no better way to get a first hand look at this eccentric city than on a bicycle!

Morning Tour

Difficulty: Fair

Distance: 15km

Duration: 4 hrs

Schedule: Everyday

Price: NT$2100

Stop by Taipei Bike Works to get your bicycle tuned or fixed, buy some of curated imported bicycle products or buy one of our refurbished bicycles.

What people have said...

I’ve worked with this shop a fair bit now. They helped me sell one bike and serviced a couple others. The quality of their work is terrific, with great attention to detail and clear explanations. Highly recommended.

— Dwight

I can’t rave enough about how great this shop is!!! Alex and Alec are so helpful and generous with their time and knowledge. Alex spent ages sharing loads of bike nerd knowledge with me, which will surely improve how I treat my bikes in future and how I ride as well! I bought a really cute 90s restored Giant turned commuter from them, and they let me pick parts/customise the build. It has a pretty custom paint job by a local/UK artist. The excellent service is definitely worth riding in for!

— Camilla

Alec Is very active in the cycling community organizing rides and events. He really knows what he is doing and takes the time to explain problems your bike has now and what problems it soon may have. A great English speaking bike mechanic that doesn’t try to sell you parts you don’t need is rare to find. I cycled for nearly an hour just to go here.

— James

Taiwan Cycle Guide

Thinking of cycling in Taiwan? Then you need to read our ultimate guide for cycling in Taiwan. Packed with all the information you need, tips and strategies. If there is one guide you read about cycling in Taiwan, this is it!

Read our library of useful and interesting blog posts about cycling in Taipei City and Taiwan.

7 Tips for Cycling Safety in Taiwan

Easy to follow rules to have a fun and safe ride in Taiwan.

How to Use Taiwan's Youbikes in 8 Steps

A quick guide to get you on a U-bike and on your way!

Get In Touch

Please feel free to reach out to us with any questions or inquiries you may have. We love to help people navigate cycling in Taiwan or any bicycle related questions. And if you’re in Taipei come say hi at our shop.

• About Us Overview Leadership Team Board of Directors Finances Governance DEI Contact Us
• Quicklinks Join / Renew Membership Results & Rankings Category Upgrades Rule Book & Policies Resources Search Events Find A Club Plan An Event Officials Coaches USA Cycling Foundation

2024 Tour of the Gila Stage Two Report

Twenty24 Fights the Wind, Project Echelon Continues Winning Season

Twenty24 Fights the Wind, Ushering Mejias to Victory at Fort Bayard

Marlies Mejias of Virginia’s Blue Ridge Twenty24 outsprinted her rivals to score the first major victory of the 2024 season on stage 2 at the Tour of the Gila. Mejias had won the sprint classification a little over a week ago at Redlands Bicycle Classic but was not able to take a stage victory despite her best efforts. She crossed the finish, emotional and celebrating with her team shortly after.

“It’s not my victory but the entire team, and the hard work that they did that afforded me this win,” Mejias said.

The day had begun with the first of two intermediate sprints a little over five miles into the race. Margarita Misyurina was leading the classification at the start of the day, winning the first intermediate sprint and securing the green jersey for another day.

The first of three Queen of the Mountain sprint lines were up next. Anet Barrera took the top points crossing the sprint line first for DNA Pro Cycling. She managed to escape the field descending down the Sapillo, taking the second QOM points of the day. The points earned would move her up to third place in the classification, after the General Classification leader Lauren Stephens and her teammate Nadia Gontova.

Unfortunately, there were several crashes during the descent down the mountain. Cynisca Cycling’s Mara Roldan crashed when her wheel slipped out from under her as she was taking a turn. Roldan ultimately did make the decision to abandon the race; mostly out of precaution for a possible concussion, her team said later. Sara Poidevin also crashed but was able to get back on the bike and catch up to the main field soon after. Barrera was absorbed shortly after making the turn into the valley.

Elizabeth Dixon was next to try her hand at a solo move. She attacked after winning the second intermediate sprint and was able to maintain a gap of 1:15 for the entirety of the second Queen of the Mountain, even against the strong headwinds present, getting caught with only 3km to the finish.

“It was worth a shot. I think we feel a lot better,” Dixon said. “We’re a team that likes to animate the race, throwing attacks. We’re happy about our performance today and ready for the rest of the week.”

The winds, already high during the Category 3 Queen of the Mountain climb, began to kick up as what was left of the peloton began making their way up to the Freeport-MacMoran’s Chino Mine on New Mexico Highway 152. The winds were averaging 20 m.p.h., swiftly pushing back against any move that tried to escape.

Virginia’s Blue Ridge Twenty24 began organizing at the front, taking turns fighting the wind to position Marlies Mejias for the final sprint. Emily Ehrlich, Melissa Rollins, Sofia Arreola, and Emma Langley alternated as lead rider, fighting the wind to keep the pace high.

As the front group made the right turn heading back into Fort Bayard, Mejias bolted to the finish, outsprinting Yanina Kuskova (Tashkent Cycling) in second and the red leader's jersey, Lauren Stephens (Cynisca Cycling). Stephens still holds on to her overall lead, extending it to 46 seconds ahead of Nadia Gontova (DNA Pro Cycling).

“It was quite windy coming into the finish,” Stephens said. “We stayed safe all day for the most part. Unfortunately, we had Mara [Roldan] crash on the descent, which was tough on the team to lose her. Luckily, she’s okay, so she’ll be back soon.”

Stage 3 is set for the Tyrone Time Trial, one that Stephens has won before.

“I’m really looking forward to the time trial,” Stephens said. “It was nine years ago that I won the time trial, which shows you how long I’ve been doing this. I really hope to earn another stage win.”

Kristen Taylor will be the first rider for the pro women to roll out of the start house at 10:30 for Milton Women’s U23 Project.

Project Echelon Continues Winning Season, Scoring Victory on Stage 2

Scott McGill bolted to the line to win Stage 2 at the 2024 Tour of the Gila at Fort Bayard. The winds were battling the riders as the reduced bunch made the final turn into the finishing straight. McGill outsprinted the General Classification leader Wilmar Paredes (Team Medellín) in second and his teammate, Tyler Stites in third.

“We had to put a few guys on the front in there to bring back the breakaway, and then it was a little chaotic when we caught him,” McGill said. “It was super windy, everyone was getting blown across the road. There was a large crash that we avoided which was good. In the end, there were attacks, there were some gaps, and then I ended up off the front. The peloton caught us in the sprint, but I was able to get back in the slipstream and be able to sprint for the win.”

The pro men raced 76.2 miles, starting before the pro women Thursday morning at Fort Bayard. On the menu were the same intermediate sprint lines the women faced, along with three Category 2 King of the Mountain points available. The winds were forecasted to increase exponentially by the afternoon, with average speeds expected at 23 mph.

The first intermediate sprint was only 5.7 miles into the stage, but teams wasted no time attacking to get into position for the points. Stephen Schaeffer was first to launch an attack off the front of the field, which several riders countered–Ulises Castillo (Above & Beyond Cancer) was first to close the gap, soon followed by Team Medellín’s Fabio Duarte and others.

Schaeffer scored the top points at the line and took the opportunity to increase his gap on the field. He then went on to gain as much as a 1:45 minute gap as he descended the Sapillo solo, picking up KOM points along the way. The Landis/Trek rider managed to maintain his gap for close to 100km of the stage.

Back in the field, Team Medellín were controlling the peloton, taking care of red jersey leader Paredes. Robigzon Oyola and Fabio Duarte handled the majority of the pace work for the team, keeping Paredes safe at the front of the field and fresh for the days to come.

“The team worked really well taking care of Wilmar,” Oscar Sevilla said. “It was a hard day for the team but one that we are happy to have gotten through. I don’t want to say that we will win, but the way we work we can earn it with the strong riders that we have like Walter Vargas and Paredes who is leading. Stites is close, but we know how to lead and we are a winning team so we will fight to win.”

Paredes leads the GC by a mere six seconds ahead of the time trial on Friday. Tyler Stites is a TT specialist and currently in second on GC for Project Echelon. He has won Friday’s stage in the past and is also in top form after winning the Redlands Bicycle Classic.

“Today went well, we will see if we held on to the lead,” Paredes said after finishing. “Walter [Vargas] should have a good time trial, he’s the Pan American Time Trial Champion. We hope he does well and that we’re able to keep the leader’s jersey within the team.”

The pro men will start the Stage 3 Tyrone Individual Time Trial with the first rider rolling out on course at 9:15 a.m. MDT.

Photo: Velo Images

This Article Updated April 26, 2024 @ 08:03 AM

For more information contact: [email protected]

2024 Tour of the Gila Stage One Report

NYC 5 Boro Bike Tour 2024: Everything you need to know about parking on Staten Island

• Published: Apr. 27, 2024, 1:00 p.m.

More than 32,000 participants in the NYC Five Boro Bike Tour will descend upon New York City on May 5, and they’ll finish their 40-mile journey in Fort Wadsworth. (Staten Island Advance/Derek Alvez).

• Ann Marie Barron | [email protected]

STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — More than 32,000 participants in the TD NYC Five Boro Bike Tour will descend upon New York City on Sunday, May 5, and they’ll finish their 40-mile journey in Fort Wadsworth.

The event is billed as the largest charity bike ride in the world, with participants riding through all five boroughs of the city.

They’ll cross five major bridges, including the Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge, which will signal to riders that the Ford Wadsworth finish, and the Finish Festival, is near.

Streets throughout the city will be closed that day along the route, and parking will be difficult for participants and spectators, who are advised to park their car on Staten Island for easy access by ferry to the Bowling Green start in Manhattan.

It’ll also be convenient for cyclists, who won’t have to travel far to their car at the end of the race.

Paid parking in lots at the Staten Island Ferry in St. George are limited, due to ongoing construction, but there are several municipal lots nearby.

Another option would be to park near a Staten Island Railway station a few stops from the Staten Island Ferry. This is a good way to find free parking. Simply hop on the Staten Island Railway, head to the ferry, and off you go to the race start. Bikes are permitted on the train.

Paid Parking

• Empire Outlets Parking

Hours: 24/7

Cost: $25/day

Note: The Empire Outlets garage will be accessible for parking only until 8:30 a.m. on Tour day.

• Saint George Courthouse Garage and Parking Lot

Hours: 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Cost: $12/day (Subject to change)

Pay with cash or credit card (no debit card)

• 25 Wall Street

Cost: $15/day (Subject to change)

Pay with cash, credit, or debit card.

Cars that park without checking in with an attendant are subject to being booted. Riders must comply with all posted rules and regulations.

• 325 St. Marks Place
• South Beach Field #4, 446 Father Capodanno Blvd

Parking is on a first-come, first-served basis. Participants parking at South Beach can cycle to the Staten Island Ferry in order to get to the Start Area in lower Manhattan.

MTA Staten Island Railway

Cyclists may find luck parking on local streets near any stop, or in a free Staten Island Railway Park-and-Ride at Dongan Hills, Great Kills, Annadale, Prince’s Bay, or Huguenot stations. Municipal parking lots are also available at Great Kills and Stapleton stations.

From there, participants and fans can easily then hop on a train to the Staten Island Ferry.

Bicycles will be allowed on the trains, and you can board at any Staten Island Railway station.

MetroCard fares are collected as you enter and exit at the St. George and Tompkinsville stations. Visit www.mta.info or dial 511 for more information.

If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link on our site, we may receive compensation. By using this site, you consent to our User Agreement and agree that your clicks, interactions, and personal information may be collected, recorded, and/or stored by us and social media and other third-party partners in accordance with our Privacy Policy.

• Pinkbike.com
• Register New User
• First Looks
• Friday Fails
• Community Blogs
• Fantasy League DH
• Places Directory

World Premier of Ritual Mountain Bike Film Tour Goes Off in Asheville, NC

Cool Features

Texas MS 150 Bike Tour Returns To Aggieland

Texas A&M University will once again serve as the finish line for thousands of cyclists riding in the Texas MS 150 when the 40th annual charity bike tour concludes Sunday on Houston Street between Kyle Field and Aggie Park.

The two-day event benefiting people with multiple sclerosis — a condition that damages the body’s nervous system by eroding the protective coating of nerves — will run April 27-28, with a variety of routes beginning in Houston and Austin before converging in La Grange and again in College Station. Texas A&M Transportation Services is advising drivers to anticipate multiple road closures and potential delays beginning early Sunday as the riders make their way through campus.

A section of Lamar Street starting at the bell tower will be closed to drivers throughout the day, while Houston Street will remain closed from George Bush Drive to Joe Routt Boulevard. Riders will make their way down Olsen Boulevard and Old Main Drive before passing the Memorial Student Center and Kyle Field on their way to the finish line. A map of the route through campus, as well as accompanying road closure and parking information, can be found at transport.tamu.edu/ms150 .

Visitors planning to watch the participants finish are invited to park in one of the three nearby garages: Gene Stallings Boulevard Garage and University Center Garage will both charge a flat $10 entry fee, while West Campus Garage charges an hourly visitor rate. Additional parking information is available on Transportation Services’ event parking page .

The National Multiple Sclerosis Society’s Bike MS, which encompasses the Texas MS 150 and a variety of other charity rides across the country, traces its roots to 1980, when the first MS 150 was held in Minnesota. Today, it is the largest fundraising cycling series in the world. Participants in this year’s Texas MS 150 have already raised nearly $7 million to fight multiple sclerosis, with an overall fundraising goal of $9.425 million. More information about the Texas MS 150 and Bike MS is available at events.nationalmssociety.org .

Media contact: Tad Fifer, Texas A&M Transportation Services, [email protected]

Related Stories

Texas A&M Hosts US Paralympics Cycling On The Road To Paris Summer Games

More than a quarter of the athletes competing in Bryan were military veterans, many of whom suffered injuries during combat deployments.

Texas A&M Designated Silver Bicycle Friendly By University League Of American Bicyclists

By Melissa Marie Maraj, Texas A&M University Transportation Services The League of American Bicyclists has honored Texas A&M University with a Silver Bicycle Friendly University award in recognition of the institution’s achievements in promoting and enabling safe, accessible bicycling on campus. “We are pleased to once again be…

Q&A With Tour de France Cyclist, Texas A&M Grad Chad Haga

2010 Texas A&M graduate Chad Haga shares his journey from Aggieland to cycling's biggest stage.

Recent Stories

New Electric Vehicle Fast-Charging Stations Installed On Texas A&M Campus

The DC fast chargers are available for public use in Lot 47.

Sixth Annual Aggie PITCH Awards McFerrin Cup, Cash Prizes

Twenty Aggie-led startups competed in the only university-wide business pitch competition.

Is Your Dog Aggressive? A Texas A&M Vet Explains ‘Rage Syndrome’

This and other forms of canine aggression may be unexpected, but owners can learn how to recognize and respond to the signs.

Subscribe to the Texas A&M Today newsletter for the latest news and stories every week.