Bikers love to go for a ride because the activity is a perfect match of working out and scenery.

From the islands off the coast of Washington DC to lush, rolling road in South Africa, here are 12 most scenic bicycle routes for you to consider.

If you want to challenge yourself or wander along a flat road, here are our top adventurous routes…. 

The Shimanami Kaido, JAPAN

The Shimanami Kaidois a toll road in Japan and is the famous highway across the Seto inland sea which connects Imabari city to Onomichi. It passes over several small islands on the way and offers the cyclist a scenic ride with amazing views of the Seto inland Island with plenty of attractions along the way. 

Distance: 70KM. 1 Day

Terrain Type: Well-maintained road bike route

Difficulty Level: Easy for anyone.

The Great Ocean Road, AUSTRALIA

The Great Ocean Road is one of the most popular cycling routes in Australia. The trip is packed with ocean views, beautiful landscapes, incredible limestone cliffs and through stunning forests in a blissful mixture of terrain. Along the way, you will be able to stop at peaceful surf resorts to spend a night or two.

Distance: 266KM: Approximate 4 days.

Terrain Type: A coast road

Difficulty: Intermediate with steep heels.

Carrettera Austral, CHILE

The Carretera Austral is a great route for a cycling adventure and also the most famous route in South America. With the most beautiful sections, best-paved bike trails in the world. The roads are largely free of cars and surrounded by overwhelming incredible natural sights. it is a beautiful route with beautiful mountain views, glaciers, big lakes and remote nature around every corner.

Distance: 266KM: Approximate 4 days.

Terrain Type: A coast road

Difficulty: Intermediate with steep heels.

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San Juan Island, UNITED STATES

Biking on an island is a truly unique experience for many cyclists.  Bike-friendly roads give you an excellent reason to leave the car behind.

Accessing the island you would need to take a State Ferry which removes you away from Washington mainland.

The safe and scenic bike routes how includes man other islands one can explore.

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Distance: 300KM.

Terrain Type: Road

Difficult: Intermediate

Great Divide Mountain Bike Route, NORTH AMERICA

Want big? An off-road touring route from Canada's Alberta to New Mexico. This route is almost seven times the height of Everest -- from sea level, that is, not base camp.

It is considered by many to be the birthplace of bike packing in the United States. Riders will encounter wild river valleys, yes bears, moose and eagles. If that is not extreme enough for you, during June-September you may be joined with heavy rains making the experience very muddy.

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Distance: 4400KM

Terrain Type: 90% unpaved.

Difficulty: Very difficult 

Mont Ventoux, FRANCE 

If you have an interest in pro-cycling you would have heard of this route. Located in the south-east of France. This route is filled with great views of vineyards and lovely weather. Mont Ventoux is only available during the Summer and Spring due to blocked snow for 5 months during the year. Add this trip to your list, if you want unrelenting climbing.

Distance: 25KM

Terrain Type: Rolling roads

Difficult: Advance.

Himalaya, NEPAL

Cycling through this country is only the best way to explore the beauty of the biggest Himalayan territory in south Asia. This is a fantastic cross-country bike ride with the world’s greatest mountains looking at you. Ina bout 12 days you can experience different cultures, friendly people and lovely weather. You will experience foothill of the Himalayas, forest and picturesque farmlands. It will be an unforgettable experience.

Distance: 350KM

Terrain Type: 70% surfaced roads & some dirt tracks

Difficult: Moderate in nature.

Garden Route, South Africa

The iconic Garden route stretches over 700kms between Plettenberg Bay in the north and Stellenbosch in the south. Passing many small towns with majestic landscapes along the Garden Route, Klein Karoo, Cape Overberg, and Cape Winelands.

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Distance: 739KM

Terrain Type: Tar & gravel

Difficult: Moderate in nature. 

Silk Road, Kazakhstan

Silk road? It was once the most important trade network routes. It is acclaimed as one of the world’s longest, hardest, hottest and coldest cycling challenges.

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Distance: 12000KM

Terrain Type: Very rocky & Steep

Difficulty: Very difficult

Negev Desert, Israel

Planning on heading to the middle east? Bikers can ride along the Dead Sea or even through the Negev desert down toward the Red Sea port of Eilat. Should you select routes in the southern part of Israel (around the Negev desert) you will be allowed to witness such breathtaking sites as the Ramon Crater, Zin Valley, Yerukham area, and Halukhim Range.

Distance: 200KM

Terrain Type: Very rocky & Steep

Difficulty: Very difficult