I grow up in the Swedish forest. Spending many nights by the lakes. With a sleeping bag besides the fire. Not even a tent. So sleeping outdoors is no issue for me.

On the trips long ago, we had a tent to sleep in. It was natural. The only thing the budget could allow. And it worked oyt well. We got so used to the tent that we handleded it fast and without even talking.

The downside was the 1 cm foam we had to sleep on. Nu cushion at all. Very hard. And the space that the equipment takes on the bike.

To cook we hade a spirit stow. Always for breakfast. And for most other times also. But in France, diner was often bread, cheese and wine. No cooking needed.

Today, most travellers do not go this way. Especially persons in my age. They want to sleep in hotel. And go to the hotel resturant/bar in the evening for eating and drinking.

On this trip, I plan to bring my tent. Sleeping bag and sleeping mat.

- Can sleep anywhere, Even far from cities. Cheap. Always availible.

And my stow.

- I can always prepare my tea and coffee direct in the morning.

But I will be open to use hostels,airnb and restaurants.

Update. Picture of my kitchen.