Bicycle Trip Market Opportunity, Growth Drivers, Industry Trend Analysis, and Forecast 2025 – 2034
The Global Bicycle Trip Market was valued at USD 1.4 billion in 2024 and is projected to grow at a CAGR of 13.6% from 2025 to 2034, driven by increasing investments in cycling infrastructure. Governments worldwide, especially in Europe and North America, are dedicating significant resources to expanding bike-friendly infrastructure, from dedicated lanes to extensive cycling networks, fostering market growth.
The market is segmented by trip type into solo, group, couple, and family categories. In 2024, the group segment held 40% share and is expected to exceed USD 1.5 billion by 2034. Rising interest in group adventure and wellness activities is propelling segment growth, as group cycling offers social connection, safety benefits, and cost-sharing advantages, making it appealing to friends, families, and team-building groups. Group cycling events are becoming popular in scenic and challenging locations, providing participants with a balance of adventure and camaraderie.
When segmented by purpose, the bicycle trip market includes eco-tourism, sightseeing and cultural exploration, health and wellness, adventure and thrill, and educational and historical tours. The sightseeing and cultural exploration segment captured 33% of the market share in 2024, reflecting travelers' increasing desire for immersive, experience-based journeys. Cycling allows tourists to explore unique locales such as villages, historical sites, and scenic routes, promoting interaction with local cultures and fostering a more sustainable form of travel. This approach aligns with the "slow travel" trend, which emphasizes meaningful engagement with destinations, appealing to travelers who prioritize sustainable tourism and connections with local communities.
Europe led the global bicycle trip market in 2024, holding a 45% share due to its extensive and well-maintained cycling infrastructure. The continent’s vast network of cycling routes attracts cycling enthusiasts globally, with governments actively supporting sustainable tourism through subsidies, green trail development, and infrastructure funding. The emphasis on bike rentals, maps, and routes supports the exploration of both urban and rural areas, reinforcing Europe’s appeal as a top cycling destination. Europe’s leadership in cycling infrastructure and the appeal of group and culturally immersive cycling trips are central to this growth, making the market dynamic and responsive to evolving travel preferences.
The market is segmented by trip type into solo, group, couple, and family categories. In 2024, the group segment held 40% share and is expected to exceed USD 1.5 billion by 2034. Rising interest in group adventure and wellness activities is propelling segment growth, as group cycling offers social connection, safety benefits, and cost-sharing advantages, making it appealing to friends, families, and team-building groups. Group cycling events are becoming popular in scenic and challenging locations, providing participants with a balance of adventure and camaraderie.
When segmented by purpose, the bicycle trip market includes eco-tourism, sightseeing and cultural exploration, health and wellness, adventure and thrill, and educational and historical tours. The sightseeing and cultural exploration segment captured 33% of the market share in 2024, reflecting travelers' increasing desire for immersive, experience-based journeys. Cycling allows tourists to explore unique locales such as villages, historical sites, and scenic routes, promoting interaction with local cultures and fostering a more sustainable form of travel. This approach aligns with the "slow travel" trend, which emphasizes meaningful engagement with destinations, appealing to travelers who prioritize sustainable tourism and connections with local communities.
Europe led the global bicycle trip market in 2024, holding a 45% share due to its extensive and well-maintained cycling infrastructure. The continent’s vast network of cycling routes attracts cycling enthusiasts globally, with governments actively supporting sustainable tourism through subsidies, green trail development, and infrastructure funding. The emphasis on bike rentals, maps, and routes supports the exploration of both urban and rural areas, reinforcing Europe’s appeal as a top cycling destination. Europe’s leadership in cycling infrastructure and the appeal of group and culturally immersive cycling trips are central to this growth, making the market dynamic and responsive to evolving travel preferences.
Report Content
CHAPTER 1 METHODOLOGY & SCOPE
1.1 Research design
1.1.1 Research approach
1.1.2 Data collection methods
1.2 Base estimates & calculations
1.2.1 Base year calculation
1.2.2 Key trends for market estimation
1.3 Forecast model
1.4 Primary research and validation
1.4.1 Primary sources
1.4.2 Data mining sources
1.5 Market scope & definition
CHAPTER 2 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
2.1 Industry 360° synopsis, 2021 - 2034
CHAPTER 3 INDUSTRY INSIGHTS
3.1 Industry ecosystem analysis
3.1.1 Tour operators & travel agencies
3.1.2 Bicycle rental service providers
3.1.3 Cycling equipment manufacturers
3.1.4 Technology providers
3.2 Supplier landscape
3.3 Profit margin analysis
3.4 Technology & innovation landscape
3.5 Patent analysis
3.6 Regulatory landscape
3.7 Consumer preferences in bicycle trip planning
3.8 Impact forces
3.8.1 Growth drivers
3.8.1.1 Increasing demand for sustainable and eco-friendly travel options
3.8.1.2 Rising health consciousness among travelers seeking active holidays
3.8.1.3 Growth in adventure tourism, with more people seeking unique and outdoor experiences
3.8.1.4 Technological advancements that facilitate trip planning and navigation
3.8.2 Industry pitfalls & challenges
3.8.2.1 Limited infrastructure and safety concerns in certain regions
3.8.2.2 Weather dependency and climate-related disruptions affecting travel plans
3.9 Growth potential analysis
3.10 Porter’s analysis
3.11 PESTEL analysis
CHAPTER 4 COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE, 2024
4.1 Introduction
4.2 Company market share analysis
4.3 Competitive positioning matrix
4.4 Strategic outlook matrix
CHAPTER 5 MARKET ESTIMATES & FORECAST, BY TRIP, 2021 - 2034 ($BN)
5.1 Key trends
5.2 Solo
5.3 Group
5.4 Couple
5.5 Family
CHAPTER 6 MARKET ESTIMATES & FORECAST, BY DURATION, 2021 - 2034 ($BN)
6.1 Key trends
6.2 Single day
6.3 Multi day
CHAPTER 7 MARKET ESTIMATES & FORECAST, BY PURPOSE, 2021 - 2034 ($BN)
7.1 Key trends
7.2 Sightseeing and cultural exploration
7.3 Eco-tourism
7.4 Health and wellness
7.5 Adventure and thrill
7.6 Educational and historical tours
CHAPTER 8 MARKET ESTIMATES & FORECAST, BY AGE GROUP, 2021 - 2034 ($BN)
8.1 Key trends
8.2 18-30 yrs
8.3 31-50 yrs
8.4 Above 50 yrs
CHAPTER 9 MARKET ESTIMATES & FORECAST, BY LOCATION, 2021 - 2034 ($BN)
9.1 Key trends
9.2 Urban
9.3 Rural
9.4 Mixed terrain
CHAPTER 10 MARKET ESTIMATES & FORECAST, BY REGION, 2021 - 2034 ($BN)
10.1 Key trends
10.2 North America
10.2.1 U.S.
10.2.2 Canada
10.3 Europe
10.3.1 UK
10.3.2 Germany
10.3.3 France
10.3.4 Italy
10.3.5 Spain
10.3.6 Russia
10.3.7 Nordics
10.4 Asia Pacific
10.4.1 China
10.4.2 India
10.4.3 Japan
10.4.4 Australia
10.4.5 South Korea
10.4.6 Southeast Asia
10.5 Latin America
10.5.1 Brazil
10.5.2 Mexico
10.5.3 Argentina
10.6 MEA
10.6.1 UAE
10.6.2 South Africa
10.6.3 Saudi Arabia
CHAPTER 11 COMPANY PROFILES
11.1 ACE Adventure
11.2 Arbutus Routes
11.3 Backroads
11.4 Bicycle Adventures
11.5 Butterfield & Robinson
11.6 CycleGreece
11.7 Discover France Adventures
11.8 DuVine
11.9 Epic Road
11.10 Exodus Travels
11.11 G Adventures
11.12 Gravel and Wine
11.13 Intrepid
11.14 MT Sobek
11.15 Pedalers Pub & Grille
11.16 Pure Adventures
11.17 Spice Roads
11.18 Tour Radar
11.19 Travel Leisure
11.20 Trek Travel
CHAPTER 1 METHODOLOGY & SCOPE
1.1 Research design
1.1.1 Research approach
1.1.2 Data collection methods
1.2 Base estimates & calculations
1.2.1 Base year calculation
1.2.2 Key trends for market estimation
1.3 Forecast model
1.4 Primary research and validation
1.4.1 Primary sources
1.4.2 Data mining sources
1.5 Market scope & definition
CHAPTER 2 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
2.1 Industry 360° synopsis, 2021 - 2034
CHAPTER 3 INDUSTRY INSIGHTS
3.1 Industry ecosystem analysis
3.1.1 Tour operators & travel agencies
3.1.2 Bicycle rental service providers
3.1.3 Cycling equipment manufacturers
3.1.4 Technology providers
3.2 Supplier landscape
3.3 Profit margin analysis
3.4 Technology & innovation landscape
3.5 Patent analysis
3.6 Regulatory landscape
3.7 Consumer preferences in bicycle trip planning
3.8 Impact forces
3.8.1 Growth drivers
3.8.1.1 Increasing demand for sustainable and eco-friendly travel options
3.8.1.2 Rising health consciousness among travelers seeking active holidays
3.8.1.3 Growth in adventure tourism, with more people seeking unique and outdoor experiences
3.8.1.4 Technological advancements that facilitate trip planning and navigation
3.8.2 Industry pitfalls & challenges
3.8.2.1 Limited infrastructure and safety concerns in certain regions
3.8.2.2 Weather dependency and climate-related disruptions affecting travel plans
3.9 Growth potential analysis
3.10 Porter’s analysis
3.11 PESTEL analysis
CHAPTER 4 COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE, 2024
4.1 Introduction
4.2 Company market share analysis
4.3 Competitive positioning matrix
4.4 Strategic outlook matrix
CHAPTER 5 MARKET ESTIMATES & FORECAST, BY TRIP, 2021 - 2034 ($BN)
5.1 Key trends
5.2 Solo
5.3 Group
5.4 Couple
5.5 Family
CHAPTER 6 MARKET ESTIMATES & FORECAST, BY DURATION, 2021 - 2034 ($BN)
6.1 Key trends
6.2 Single day
6.3 Multi day
CHAPTER 7 MARKET ESTIMATES & FORECAST, BY PURPOSE, 2021 - 2034 ($BN)
7.1 Key trends
7.2 Sightseeing and cultural exploration
7.3 Eco-tourism
7.4 Health and wellness
7.5 Adventure and thrill
7.6 Educational and historical tours
CHAPTER 8 MARKET ESTIMATES & FORECAST, BY AGE GROUP, 2021 - 2034 ($BN)
8.1 Key trends
8.2 18-30 yrs
8.3 31-50 yrs
8.4 Above 50 yrs
CHAPTER 9 MARKET ESTIMATES & FORECAST, BY LOCATION, 2021 - 2034 ($BN)
9.1 Key trends
9.2 Urban
9.3 Rural
9.4 Mixed terrain
CHAPTER 10 MARKET ESTIMATES & FORECAST, BY REGION, 2021 - 2034 ($BN)
10.1 Key trends
10.2 North America
10.2.1 U.S.
10.2.2 Canada
10.3 Europe
10.3.1 UK
10.3.2 Germany
10.3.3 France
10.3.4 Italy
10.3.5 Spain
10.3.6 Russia
10.3.7 Nordics
10.4 Asia Pacific
10.4.1 China
10.4.2 India
10.4.3 Japan
10.4.4 Australia
10.4.5 South Korea
10.4.6 Southeast Asia
10.5 Latin America
10.5.1 Brazil
10.5.2 Mexico
10.5.3 Argentina
10.6 MEA
10.6.1 UAE
10.6.2 South Africa
10.6.3 Saudi Arabia
CHAPTER 11 COMPANY PROFILES
11.1 ACE Adventure
11.2 Arbutus Routes
11.3 Backroads
11.4 Bicycle Adventures
11.5 Butterfield & Robinson
11.6 CycleGreece
11.7 Discover France Adventures
11.8 DuVine
11.9 Epic Road
11.10 Exodus Travels
11.11 G Adventures
11.12 Gravel and Wine
11.13 Intrepid
11.14 MT Sobek
11.15 Pedalers Pub & Grille
11.16 Pure Adventures
11.17 Spice Roads
11.18 Tour Radar
11.19 Travel Leisure
11.20 Trek Travel
