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Adventurous journeys by bike

Routes, rides and resources for long-distance bicycle journeys around the world

Welcome to Really Big Bike Ride

I guess you’re here to learn more about the art of bicycle travel. After more than a decade in the saddle, I’ve a few lessons from the road to share to help you get started on a cycling adventure of your own.

You’re in the right place.

In these posts, you’ll find everything you need to know about getting set up for a really big bike ride. I’ve written extensive travel journals about each of my cycle tours including my solo adventures. If you’re looking for stories about a multi-month tour of Europe or a long-distance bicycle tour across continents, or even a five-day coast-to-coast in the UK, we have it covered.

My Bikepacking 101 is a good place to start for those planning a first cycle tour. If you’re in the market for an awesome touring bike then don’t read about my Dawes Galaxy (it was discontinued in 2020). And you really should read about my bikepacking fails – so you can avoid these rookie mistakes.

You can follow us on Facebook, Instagram, or Twitter for all the latest from the road.

Tailwinds and tea! – James

Upcoming tours

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Manali to Leh Cycling Tour

May – September

11 days

£1111

Join a select band of riders on the Manali to Leh Cycling Tour for a once in a lifetime high altitude bicycle adventure
a guided motorcycle tour in the indian himalaya; crossing the Zoji La paas

The Great Himalayan Motorcycle Tour: Kashmir Ladakh Loop

10/05/2025

14 Days

£2950

Book the adventure of a lifetime on the Great Himalayan Motorcycle Tour with Really Big Bike Ride

Latest blog posts

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Six Adventure Holidays For 2025 That I Personally Recommend

Exploring the Edges of the World: Six Adventure Holidays For 2025 That Redefined My Life Looking for adventure holidays in 2025 that go beyond the ordinary? This is the year to ditch the cookie-cutter resorts and dive headfirst into experiences that will challenge your limits, ignite your curiosity, and leave you with stories you’ll tell … Read more

Hilarious Road Signs That Could Only Exist In India

Funny Roads Signs That I’ve Found Hard To Believe In The Indian Himalaya In this extensive post, I share my favourite funny road signs from my travels across the Indian Himalaya by bike.  I’ve been here on the subcontinent for over a decade. From cycling the high mountains to riding around Goa, I’ve seen my … Read more
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My Experience Riding The Himalayas On A Royal Enfield

Riding The Himalayas: A North India Motorcycle Adventure with my trusty Royal Enfield Thunderbird Join me as I go on an adventure riding the Himalayas on a Royal Enfield. On this extensive motorcycle trip, I ride north from Delhi to the foothills of the Himalayas through Himachal Pradesh and into the Punjab. Straddle a Royal … Read more