Viewing the wonders of the world at a slower, self-propelled pace has become a tremendously popular way to travel. Great new tours offered by top cycling adventure outfitters include the Untouched Vietnam Cycling Tour from Ride & Seek Bicycle Adventures. Planned for March of this year, the route takes in the remote area of Ha Giang, once a travel-restricted zone (prices begin at $2,500 per person). Still down the road in January 2017, Ride & Seek will offer a Tasmania Bike & Hike through Tasmania’s national parks (prices begin at $2,545).

Ciclismo Classico is planning one-week excursions in February and March across Gran Canaria, the second largest of the Canary Islands. The ride varies in altitude from sea level to 6,300 feet, taking in forests, deserts and volcanic mountains (prices begin at $4,595). Multiple dates through March are on tap for the Columbia Biking Adventure from Adventure Life, with stops in colonial towns, an organic coffee hacienda, river valleys and historic ruins. Challenging Chicamocha Canyon is also part of the fun (prices begin at $2,950).