On Two Wheels: Vuelta Sudamericana

The first Vuelta Sudamericana, a transcontinental cycling tour that will cover some of the most beautiful landscapes in South America, will start in Rio de Janeiro on July 26 and follow part of the Brazilian coast.

The tour is one of the newest projects by Tour d'Afrique, which organizes the namesake journey across Africa and several other hardcore adventures. Vuelta Sudamericana will last more than four months.

Get Inspired:

• About.com Guide to Adventure Travel
• About.com Guide to Bicycling

Photo courtesy of Tour d'Afrique.