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Ride from wild Alaska to the coast
Few journeys test a rider like the open roads of North America. Motorcycle tours North America combine glacier valleys in Alaska, high mountain passes through the Rockies, red rock canyons in Utah and the long descent to the California coast. It's a route built for riders who want distance, altitude and changing terrain in one trip. Gravel sections and remote highways keep every day different, with civilisation never far when you need it.
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Ten thousand kilometres of changing terrain
Motorcycle tours in America cross deserts, mountains and coastline
Riding motorcycle tours America style means covering serious distance in a single trip. The route runs over 10,000 kilometres from Alaska to Los Angeles, crossing into Canada before winding through the Rocky Mountains and into the national parks of Utah, Arizona and Nevada. Roads like the Icefields Parkway and Going-to-the-Sun Road carry you past glaciers, alpine lakes and granite peaks, while stretches of gravel add a rougher edge to the ride.
Further south, the terrain shifts completely. Death Valley and the desert roads of Nevada lead toward Sequoia National Park and the Californian coast, where the route finally reaches Los Angeles. Around 15% of the trip runs over well-rideable gravel, with paved alternatives available on many sections. A support vehicle, mechanic and multilingual guide travel with the group, so the focus stays on the road and the landscape around you.
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Ready to see what these roads look like in practice? Below you'll find motorcycle tours North America itineraries that follow this route in detail, from the glaciers of Alaska to the deserts of the American Southwest. Each trip is built around the same mix of mountains, national parks and gravel stretches, with rest days included along the way.
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Any questions about your motorbike tour of North America?
Whether it’s the best time to travel, the right country, your experience as a rider or the local arrangements – here you’ll find answers to the most frequently asked questions about our motorbike tours in North America.
The route covers over 10,000 kilometres and connects Alaska, Canada and the western United States in a single continuous trip. Riders pass through glacier landscapes, the Rocky Mountains, desert national parks and the Californian coast. The combination of distance, changing terrain and around 15% gravel riding makes it a demanding but varied journey, guided throughout by an experienced tour leader and support vehicle.
Some experience with gravel or unpaved roads is useful, since roughly 15% of the route runs over well-rideable gravel sections. Paved alternatives are available on many of these trajects, so riders can choose the option that suits their comfort level. The tour is guided by a multilingual leader, with a support vehicle and mechanic following the group throughout the trip.
The standard motorcycle for this route is a BMW F750GS, included as part of the rental concept. Riders who prefer more power or a taller setup can upgrade to a BMW F850GS or BMW R1250GS. All motorcycles are suited to the mix of paved highways, mountain passes and gravel stretches found along the way.
Groups are kept relatively small, with a minimum of 8 and a maximum of 12 participants. This size allows the guide to stay closely involved with the group while keeping the trip flexible on the road. A support vehicle handles luggage transport and carries a mechanic, so the group can focus on riding rather than logistics.
Rest days are built into the route in Banff, Moab and Las Vegas. These stops give riders time to explore the surrounding national parks, recover from long riding days and take in the scenery without the motorcycle. Each location sits close to major highlights, from the Canadian Rockies to the canyons of Utah and the desert landscape around Las Vegas.
The route moves through several distinct landscapes, starting with glaciers and mountains in Alaska, followed by the Rocky Mountains and national parks such as Yellowstone and Glacier. Further along, riders cross the desert canyons of Utah and Arizona, including Arches, Bryce Canyon and Zion, before reaching Death Valley and the Californian coast near Los Angeles. Each stretch brings a different type of riding and scenery.
Ready for your motorbike trip through North America?
Our tours are born out of a genuine passion for the continent and years of experience on its slopes. Whether you’d like to know which route suits your skiing style, which time of year is ideal, or what a group trip might look like for you, simply give us a call, message us on WhatsApp or request a personalised quote. We’ll take the time your trip deserves.
