Cycling holiday on an electric bike

Cycling holidays on an e-bike
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On a cycling holiday with the electric bike

Sometimes you mainly want to take in the surroundings, the freedom and the adventure, without the difficulty of the route determining your day. On an e-bike you ride at your own pace, cover longer distances comfortably and keep plenty of room to really look around you along the way. Here you will find our group trips and individual cycling trips on which you can choose an e-bike. Ideal if you like a little extra support or if you are travelling with someone whose cycling pace or fitness level differs from yours. That way you ride the same route and share the same experiences, while everyone enjoys the trip in a relaxed way.

Discover Uganda on our cycling holidays with the electric bike

At CvA travel we aim to turn the trip you have in mind into reality. Uganda, the well-known Pearl of Africa, offers a striking landscape waiting to be discovered. On our well-organised cycling holidays with the electric bike you experience this fine country in a comfortable and distinctive way. You do not need to worry about extreme fatigue, because the powerful motor assistance means you can take in the lush nature and impressive wildlife at your own pace. Without the constant pressure of having to keep up with others, you experience Ugandan culture far more intensely. We carefully select the finest routes and accommodation, so that after a day of effort and relaxation full of new impressions you can recover and reflect on it all.

Explore the hills of Rwanda on an electric bike

Rwanda is known worldwide as the impressive land of a thousand hills, a title it certainly lives up to. For the adventurous traveller there is no better way to take on this fascinating landscape than with an electric bike. At CvA travel we understand that the steep slopes and rough sand tracks can be demanding at times. With the extra power of an e-bike you ride uphill effortlessly and keep enough energy to take in the striking panoramas. Whether you join a group trip or choose an individual adventure, the reliable pedal assistance gives you a great sense of freedom. That makes every ride through the dense forests and past the small, authentic villages of Rwanda an experience and a journey of discovery to remember.

Enjoy Vietnam on cycling holidays with the electric bike

A trip through South-East Asia always has something magical about it, but Vietnam truly exceeds every expectation. Especially for travellers who want the best possible comfort, we offer fine cycling holidays with the electric bike through this varied and cultural country. Ride calmly and with confidence past the wide, bright green rice fields, picturesque waterways and traditional country villages. Because the e-bike takes the hard work off your hands, you are able to cope far better with the tropical temperatures and humid conditions. At CvA travel we provide distinctive routes of our own that lead you away from mass tourism. That means you cover greater distances with ease and have all the time to taste local delicacies along the way or have a chat with the extremely welcoming local people.

Experience the adventure in Laos with the electric bike

Laos lends itself well to a trip by bike. You ride through a green and mountainous landscape, past waterfalls and centuries-old temples and over roads that are far from always flat or paved. It is on those routes in particular that an electric bike offers extra support. With an e-bike you decide for yourself how much assistance you use. On longer climbs and poor roads you can switch in a little extra power, while at other moments you ride with virtually no assistance. That way you keep more energy for the surroundings and have to think less about your pace or your fitness along the way. At CvA travel we deliberately seek out the quieter routes. You ride through remote areas, over hilly roads and through small villages where you can stop along the way and experience daily life close up. The e-bike makes it possible to cover greater distances and differences in altitude without the physical effort determining the trip. That way cycling through Laos remains above all what it should be: a way of discovering the country at a calm pace.

Which destination is suitable for an e-gravel bike or e-mountain bike?

In South Africa, Vietnam, Laos and Tanzania you can ride an e-gravel bike or e-mountain bike, depending on the route. An e-gravel bike suits you if you enjoy riding at a sporty pace and are used to a forward-leaning position. An e-mountain bike, with its wider tyres and suspension, offers more comfort and control on rough and unpaved sections.

South Africa

The long, continuous gravel roads of the Klein Karoo are very well suited to an e-gravel bike. If you would rather have a little more stability on loose stones, corrugations and potholes, you can choose an e-mountain bike.

Vietnam and Laos

In Vietnam, Laos and on the combined trip through both countries, either bike is possible. The electric assistance is welcome on the longer climbs in the mountainous north. Because of the changing road surface an e-mountain bike is the most comfortable choice, while an experienced gravel rider can equally ride an e-gravel bike.

Uganda and Rwanda

For Uganda and Rwanda we recommend an e-mountain bike. Here you ride largely on unpaved surfaces and some sections include rough tracks, large stones and short, steep climbs. In both countries we have our own high-quality Specialized e-mountain bikes.

Tanzania

On a trip around Kilimanjaro you can ride an e-gravel bike or e-mountain bike. The route consists of gravel roads, unpaved sections and tarmac. If you want to ride to the summit of Kilimanjaro, only an ordinary mountain bike is suitable. A gravel bike, e-gravel bike and e-mountain bike cannot be used for this climb. For this you can bring your own mountain bike or hire a suitable bike through us.

The hire of an electric bike is not included in the trip price. Indicate with your request which bike you prefer and we will look at the options and availability.

Discover the wilderness of Uganda on an electric bike

You discover Uganda largely on unpaved roads. Red earth, hills and differences in altitude are part of the landscape and make cycling here quite demanding at times. With an electric mountain bike you get support at the moments when you need it, without the active character of the trip disappearing. You ride past banana plantations and crater lakes, through villages and, on some trips, through national parks as well. Along the way, wildlife may simply appear beside or near the route. From the bike in particular you experience those surroundings differently: you hear what is happening around you, smell the nature and have all the time to stop and look. The e-mountain bike helps above all when the road climbs or the terrain becomes harder. You decide for yourself how much assistance you use and can spread your energy better across the day. That makes Uganda’s differences in altitude and unpaved roads achievable for more riders. So there is energy left along the way for what it is ultimately about: riding through a landscape in which nature, villages and wildlife constantly alternate.

The land of a thousand hills: Rwanda and cycling holidays with the electric bike

There is a reason Rwanda is called the land of a thousand hills. On a cycling trip you soon notice where that name comes from. The route goes up and down constantly and takes you over a mix of paved and unpaved roads. With an electric mountain bike you get support on the longer and steeper climbs, while the cycling itself remains central. Along the way you ride through Rwanda’s green, hilly landscape, past tea plantations and lakes and through villages where daily life takes place along the road. As soon as you leave the larger roads behind, you reach quieter unpaved routes and experience the country in a different way again. The e-mountain bike helps you to spread your energy across the day. You decide for yourself how much assistance you use and can therefore keep riding at your own pace even on a longer climb. That gives you more room along the way to look around you, to stop now and then and to make contact with the people you meet. Rwanda remains an active cycling destination in all this. The hills and unpaved roads still call for effort, but with electric assistance the differences in altitude become more manageable without the adventurous character of the trip being lost.

Take on the roads of Vietnam on an electric bike

Northern Vietnam is a mountainous cycling destination, with long climbs and sometimes demanding gradients. You ride mainly on paved roads and small back roads that wind through the mountains and valleys. Now and then the route takes you over an unpaved section or gravel. The quality of the roads can vary considerably along the way. A road that starts well can suddenly have holes further on or turn into gravel. At the same time a great deal of work is being done on the infrastructure in Vietnam, so conditions are constantly changing. That variation is part of cycling in this part of the country. With an e-bike the many differences in altitude become more manageable. On a steep or longer climb you switch in a little extra assistance, while on flatter sections you decide for yourself how much help you use. That keeps it an active cycling trip, but lets you spread your energy better across the day. Along the way you ride through the mountain landscape of northern Vietnam, over small roads and through villages and valleys. And after a long climb there is always that moment when the road flattens out again and you have the time to look around you.

Experiencing authentic Laos on cycling holidays with the electric bike

If you would rather tour Asia in a more relaxed and calm way, a flatter route is ideal. Get to know authentic and peaceful Laos on our comfortable cycling holidays with the electric bike. We take you over the quieter roads and along the Mekong river, where traditional, slow-paced Laotian life passes by. With CvA travel you have nothing to worry about, because the e-bikes give the ideal support to cover greater distances in the countryside in comfort. That way you stay fresh in the warm tropical sun and have plenty of time for cultural outings to centuries-old temples. Take in your surroundings at leisure and experience real relaxation and a thoroughly enjoyable holiday.

Feeling inspired by our cycling journeys?

Itching to set off on an extraordinary ride? Can’t wait to hop on the saddle and explore your dream destination at your own pace? Take a look at all our cycling journeys below – or get in touch to request a tailor-made adventure designed just for you.

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