Did you know that the tradition of bike tours goes back to the 19th century? According to some sources, historian James McGurn speaks of bets being taken in London in the 19th century for riders of hobby-horses – machines pushed by the feet rather than pedaled – out speeding stagecoaches. “One practitioner beat a four-horse coach to Brighton by half an hour,” he says. “There are various accounts of 15 to 17-year-olds draisienne-touring around France in the 1820s. On 17 February 1869 John Mayall, Charles Spencer and Rowley Turner rode from Trafalgar Square, London, to Brighton in 15 hours for 53 miles. The Times, which had sent a reporter to follow them in a coach and pair, reported an “Extraordinary Velocipede Feat.” Three riders set off from Liverpool to London, a journey of three days and so more akin to modern cycle-touring, in March that same year. To cut the long story long, it’s obvious that bike tours are becoming more actual all over the world including Armenia.
While most tourists are more that pleased with Classic tours around Armenia, many ask for a more upscale option. We’re happy to say that Bike Tours are already widely known and taken as another great type of travelling. The durations differ starting from one day up to 15. Mainly the bicycle tour paths pass by historical places and natural attractions of Armenia. Surely, you can also take some combined tours both by bicycle and transport. Be ready to ride through both renovated and non-renovated runways with the escort of special transport. Moreover, autumn multiplies the beauty of the country making your trip more spectacular.
Haven’t taken your bike tour yet?
