Uploaded July 2021 | Updated September 2026, 1 hour ago

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Is bike touring expensive? It doesn't have to be! In this video I'm breaking down the 5 main costs of cycle touring and how you can save on each for a budget-friendly bike tour.

CHAPTERS

Learn how to save money on a bike tour:

0:00 Budget bike tour by saving on these 5 costs
0:23 How to save on your bike and bike gear
2:25 Tips to save on food + where to splurge
4:12 3 Sources of FREE accommodation for bike tourers
7:07 Affordable paid accommodation options
8:00 3 Potential "surprise" costs and how to save
10:55 Cost of Living: Are you touring in the best place for your budget?
11:48 Let's hear from you - share your tips!

***FREE BIKE TOUR NUTRITION GUIDE***

Want to feel and ride your best on your next cycle tour?
Watch this video: youtube.com/watch?v=XvdCStgm5To&t=382s
Or grab my 5 nutrition tips for bike touring as well as 2 adaptable recipes in this FREE e-book:
https://mailchi.mp/5efdca9e20ae/bike-tour-nutrition-guide

HELPFUL LINKS (may include affiliate links)

Hostelworld - https://hostelworld.tp.st/Kutu8rvD
Workaway - workaway.info
WWOOF - wwoof.net
Trusted Housesitters - trustedhousesitters.com
Housesitters UK (for United Kingdom only) housesittersuk.co.uk
You can also check out my experience with housesitting HERE - youtube.com/watch?v=dX_kXyhpQNY&t=605s

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