The Land of a Million Elephants, as Laos was once known, is a haven in a fast-paced world, a country whose citizens have retained a charm and grace that is as rare as it is valuable. The mountains and rivers are pristine in this land-locked country bounded by China, Burma, Thailand, Cambodia and Vietnam.
As part of Indochina, Laos was colonized by the French and the cities of Vientiane, Luang Prabang and Pakse have inherited the classical, elegant, if a bit faded, character only French architects can inspire. Laos has fascinating sights to offer: the Plain of Jars in Xieng Khuang Province, the forested mountains of Northern Laos, the gothic limestone karsts around Vang Vieng and Si Phan Don (Four Thousand Islands) where the mighty Mekong spreads in the Southern Laos. However, it is the warmth and sincere friendliness of its people that will live forever in the hearts of anyone fortunate enough to visit.
Our Southern Laos tour is a sojourn along the Mekong River to the former colonial outpost of Champasak, the serene beauty of Si Phan Don and the rich fertile lands of the coffee growing Bolevan Plateau. From the natural attractions of amazing waterfalls to the jungle wildlife to the cultural Khmer temples of Wat Phu, this tour explores the quiet back roads of South Laos.
Bicycle tours
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
This was our 3rd tour with this operator and we will definitely do another trip in the near future. We brought 2 couples along with us and they too want to do another tour! We were Impressed with the itinerary and the organizing of each day.
Each guide has his strengths. Mr. Anh Co was an excellent educator and guide. During the bus transfers, he answered questions we had regarding his country. He also educated the group about the history and current events of his country. He had to occasionally adjust our itinerary due to road construction or adverse conditions and he always had our safety as his top priority. Mr. Anh Co took many pictures of the riders and took the time to email us all the photos.
Mr. Kloth for our Cambodia portion was a strong, organized rider. We had some long days in the saddle and I liked how he compartmentalized the ride into shorter increments (i.e.: 20 km, 20km, 15, 15, 10, 10 totaling 90 kms!), which physiologically the 90 kms was easier! Mr Kloth and his team were very cohesive and they worked well together.
Bicycle tours
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel, Lodge, Resort
Age Range
18-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Siem Reap, Angkor Wat, Hoi An, W
Siem Reap, Angkor Wat, Hoi An, Wat Han Chey, Kampong Thom, Quảng Ngãi, Kon Tum, Pleiku, Banlung, Stung Treng, Kratie
A tour with this company makes for a memorable trip: our guides enabled us to see their country and meet its people through their eyes. It is a way to be a tourist without feeling like a "tourist".
We want to give special kudos to Mr. Slm Ousaphea (Phea). Everything about his guiding was superb. Phea's openness, knowledge, friendliness, warmth and compassion for us (his group), his fellow Cambodians and all the people we met along the way made our trip an experience we will not soon forget.
Bicycle tours
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
This Southeast Asian bicycle tour takes you well off Cambodia's beaten path, away from the temples and into the heart of natural wonders such as mangrove forests, secluded beaches, waterfalls, rivers and the rainforest of the Cardamom Mountains. Using boats to go deep into forests we'll explore small villages and even ancient burial sites containing cultural artifacts.
From Cambodia's capital of Phnom Penh, we ride to the Gulf of Thailand and the former resort town of Kep and spend the day cycling along the coastline through quaint fishing villages. After a day at the beach, we head north to the Cardamom Mountains and overnight at a Community Based Eco-Tourism (CBET) project that is offering locals an alternative living to logging and hunting. Here we ride on single track trails before cycling further north and an eco-lodge that also boasts the nearby Tatai waterfall.
We leave Cambodia and ride into Thailand where we'll ride along the quiet coastline of the Kingdom and visit a few Eco-based communities where we can assist in their restoration efforts. This multi country bike tour is perfect for those looking to venture away from the popular tourist attractions, enjoy a relaxed atmosphere, and get friendly with the locals.
Bicycle tours
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel, Lodge, Resort, Eco Lodge
Age Range
18-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Phnom Penh, Bangkok, Kep, Ream N
Phnom Penh, Bangkok, Kep, Ream National Park, Chi Phat, Tatai, Koh Kong, Chanthaburi
Chiang Mai, Thailand, and Luang Prabang, Laos, were once the centers of powerful kingdoms in the highlands of Southeast Asia. Today, these two cities—steeped in rich cultural heritage—are must-sees on any travel itinerary to the region. Connecting them by bike takes you off the beaten path, through jungle-clad mountains, along meandering rivers, past glimmering Buddhist temples, and into remote ethnic villages. Over the course of 11 exhilarating days, we travel by road, trail, and boat to explore the north’s picturesque landscapes and captivating cultures.
Starting from bustling Chiang Mai, we warm up in the flat plains surrounding the Ping River before venturing deeper into the hilly terrain of northern Thailand. We ride along gravel trails and backcountry roads, visit the sacred Chiang Dao Caves, and unwind at a riverside hotel by the Mae Kok River. Next, we weave through hilltribe country to reach the city of Chiang Rai before cycling along the banks of the Mekong River to the border with Laos. This mighty river becomes our home for a couple of hours as we cruise by slow boat from the Laos border to the village of Pakbeng. Following this, we embark on a series of leg-testing days on remote national roads, surrounded by stunning mountain scenery, and overnight in quaint riverside towns. One more scenic boat journey takes us to Nong Khiaw along the Nam Ou River, followed by a final long and winding ride into the heart of the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Luang Prabang. This enchanting city is renowned for its classic temples, colonial architecture, and Old World charm. The tour concludes in Luang Prabang.
Join us on this beautiful highland journey between northern Thailand and Laos!
Bicycle tours
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel
Age Range
18-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Chiang Mai, Luang Prabang, Chian
Chiang Mai, Luang Prabang, Chiang Rai, Pak Beng, Muang Beng, Nong Khiaw
A huge thank you to our guides for making our vacation in Vietnam and Cambodia truly memorable. The van drivers also went out of their way to keep us well hydrated and filled with tasty snacks while making sure our road bikes were always ready each day. Great teamwork! I had a terrific time! Thank you also to the office team who made the planning and reservations a breeze and answered all our questions quickly! And to the wonderful people who greeted us in villages along the way, you made us feel like Olympic champions! I will miss your cheery hellos and warm smiles! Love you all!
Bicycle tours
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel, Resort
Age Range
18-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Siem Reap, Phnom Penh, Ho Chi Mi
Siem Reap, Phnom Penh, Ho Chi Minh City, Battambang, Ta Prohm, Phan Thiet, Dalat, Madagui Forest City, Cu Chi Tunnels, Moc Bai, Kompong Chhnang, Pursat
With so many islands to choose from, how does one even begin to decide on the ideal cycling route in the Philippines? This 13-day adventure set in the central island group of Visayas is our answer. We traverse four islands, riding on paved roads through countryside, jungles, and highlands, as well as skirting picturesque coastlines overlooking the Pacific. The cycling experience is enriched by plenty of stops at cultural sites, natural wonders, palm-fringed beaches and nights spent at lovely accommodations.
We meet in bustling Cebu City and take a boat to the neighboring island of Bohol. Here we spend the first three days heading into a forest for a chance to encounter the world’s smallest primates (tarsiers), marveling at the iconic Chocolate Hills and climbing into the highlands of Sierra Bullones where rice-terraces are draped over the mountainsides. After a rest day near the beaches of Anda, we discover a hidden waterfall, ride along the coast with sweeping ocean views, and visit a beautifully-preserved Spanish coral stone church. On Day 8 we ferry from Bohol over to Siquijor, a small yet beautiful island renowned for its natural charm and mysticism. Here we treat ourselves to a three-night stay at a fantastic beach resort while we explore the island’s coasts, jungles, and villages. From Siquijor, we leapfrog by boat across one island, Negros, to then get to another, Cebu! Here we saddle up and ride along the stunning coast to Moalboal, where you have the opportunity to swim with schools of millions of Sardines. A final ride takes us up and down farm-studded mountains before concluding the tour back in Cebu City.
They say “it’s more fun in the Philippines” - we say it’s even more fun on a bike! Join us on our island hopping adventure and we’re sure you’ll agree. We even wrote a blog about it; check it out here.
Bicycle tours
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel, Resort
Age Range
18-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Cebu City, Siquijor, Bohol, Anda
Cebu City, Siquijor, Bohol, Anda, Bilar, Cambugahay Waterfalls
One of the most remote regions in Southeast Asia, Northern Laos is a stronghold for subsistence farming tribal communities. Over 30 unique tribes maintain traditional culture and customs, living out life in the remote and inaccessible hills and valleys like their ancestors have for generations.This 9-day journey takes riders deep into the heart of hilltribe country on a rugged and wild ride filled with raw adventure.
This mountain biking adventure delves into the wild and mountainous backyard of this fascinating patchwork of tribal people, by single track and dirt village roads. Beginning in charming Luang Prabang, veer far off the tourist trail and into mountainous tribal territory as you work your way through mountain valleys and villages. Encounter authentic tribal communities, breathtaking mountain scenery, and unparalleled off-road and single track riding, before returning to Luang Prabang. Climb into the hills, through thick jungle pathways, isolated mountainsides, and remote river valleys on a journey that's as rewarding as it is challenging. Meet curious locals who are certainly not used to mountain bikers, and take in virgin views of some of Southeast Asia's most impressive scenery by day, and a clear, starry sky by night.
Join us on this 9-day pure trail adventure, waiting for you in Laos!
Bicycle tours
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
This road cycling odyssey takes you through a lesser-travelled region of Southeast Asia, immersing you in the vibrant and multicultural landscapes of southern Thailand and peninsular Malaysia. We ride into the backwaters of the Andaman Sea coast, wind through vast oil palm plantations, uncover heritage-infused towns, and ascend into lush, jungle-clad highlands. Along the way, we observe a cultural shift as the serene chants of Buddhist monks give way to the melodic call to prayer from Muslim mosques, while witnessing how centuries of trade, conquest and migration have shaped the lifestyles and cuisines of the Malay Peninsula.
Starting in Thailand’s Krabi Province, the first four days of our journey take us south to the Malaysian border. Highlights include peaceful rides through palm-studded countryside, a stay near the serene beach of Pak Meng, and a boat trip to a natural rock fortress rising from the ocean. After crossing into Malaysia, we pedal through the rice-rich plains and along the shores of the Straits of Malacca, arriving in George Town. Here, a rest day allows us to explore this UNESCO Heritage town, with its multi ethnic-blend of architecture and street food. The tour reaches its literal peak with an epic, leg-testing climb into the Cameron Highlands, offering stunning views of forested mountains and terraced tea plantations. Finally, we descend back into the lowlands and enter Malaysia’s bustling capital, Kuala Lumpur (KL, as the locals call it), through the backdoor, saddling off at the iconic Batu Caves. The tour ends in Kuala Lumpur.
Join us on this multi-layered, multi-cultural road biking adventure from Thailand to Malaysia!
Bicycle tours
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel, Resort
Age Range
18-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Krabi, Kuala Lumpur, Raub, Kuala
Krabi, Kuala Lumpur, Raub, Kuala Kubu Bharu, Ko Sukorn, Satun, Alor Setar, George Town, Penang, George Town
Northern Vietnam and Laos are lands of shimmering terraced rice fields, lush jungles, stunning views over rugged peaks and gorges, and unforgettable encounters with a plethora of local ethnic groups. Traveling by bike, we can access hidden aspects of the region and connect in a very immediate and authentic way. This is a journey with new discoveries at every turn!
After exploring Hanoi, Vietnam’s elegant capital, we take the historic train line to the hill station of Sapa and begin traversing the spectacular northwestern region of Vietnam. Riding among the crests of Indochina’s highest peak, Fansipan, we cross the formidable terrain to Dien Bien Phu, the impressive site of the final defeat of the French colonial forces in 1954. Crossing into Laos at an isolated border crossing, we cycle riverside trails and venture into remote villages far from the tourist track. Witness agrarian local life and untamed topography as we overnight at riverside guest houses and enjoy cruises on longtail boats, then cycle into the pristine natural haven of Nong Khiaw. We’ll finish our bicycle trip in atmospheric Luang Prabang, a beautifully-preserved town on the peaceful shores of the Mekong River.
Join us on this 13-day trip that takes us through the heart of Vietnam and Laos’ northern territories!
Bicycle tours
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel, Guest House
Age Range
18-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Hanoi, Luang Prabang, Sapa, Muan
Hanoi, Luang Prabang, Sapa, Muang Ngoy, Nong Kiau, Lao Cai, Ta Phin, Lai Chau, Muong Lay, Dien Bien Phu, Muong Phang, Muang Khoua
Northern Vietnam and Laos are relatively little-known regions in South East Asia, yet they abound with natural and cultural marvels, including extensive intact jungle landscapes and remnants of prehistoric civilizations. They are deeply connected through their shared ecologies, ethnic groups, and socio-economic evolution. On this 14-day journey, we will uncover secrets of this vast land of jungles, rivers, and mountains, an absolute dream for cyclists.
Leaving Hanoi, we ride through a series of traditional villages on the Red River Delta, towering karst mountains, refreshing forest, and fertile rice fields. We visit Hoa Lu, the former capital of Vietnam and cycle through the gigantic Cuc Phuong National park, gaining a full picture of Vietnam’s natural and political heritage. Crossing the border into Laos, we visit Vieng Xai, aka The Hidden City, with hundreds of caves used to shelter the Laos Communist Party combatants during the Second Indochina War. The ride then continues into the Nam Et-Phou Louey conservation area, where you’ll enjoy a night safari on a long-tail boat and stand a chance of spotting exotic wildlife. The next stop is the famous Xieng Khouang Plateau, the resting place of the Plain of Jars, a UNESCO World Heritage site. The region is also one of the heaviest bombed during the American War, otherwise known as the Vietnam War. Cycling among mysterious stone jars and bomb craters, we’ll learn about the significance of the plateau, which dates back to the Bronze Age. The tour culminates on the shores of the Mekong River in Luang Prabang, another World Heritage Site renowned for its colonial and vernacular architecture, glittering Buddhist temples and ascetic saffron-robed monks.
Join us on our exploration of this mysterious, absorbing region and see a whole new side of these fascinating countries!
Bicycle tours
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel
Age Range
18-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Hanoi, Luang Prabang, Phonsavanh
Hanoi, Luang Prabang, Phonsavanh, Phou Khoun, Tam Coc, Cuc Phuong National Park, Mai Chau, Dong Tam, Vieng Xai, Xam Neua, Nam Et-Phou Louey National Protected Area, Xieng Khouang
The Mekong, Southeast Asia’s longest river, is the lifeblood of southern Vietnam and Cambodia. Its floodplains harbor a cycling paradise, from the braided waterways and lush greenery of the Mekong Delta to the endless rice paddies and heritage sites of rural Cambodia. On this 9-day bike tour, we explore the lifeways, histories, and cuisines spanning the lower reaches of the Mekong as we connect the electrifying modern city of Saigon with the venerable ancient temples of Angkor.
We meet in Ho Chi Minh City (a.k.a Saigon) and head south into the heart of the Mekong Delta, spending three days cycling on quiet backcountry roads in a serene world of coconut farms and rice fields. We rattle over small bridges or hop on local ferries to cross rivers. We also spend time on the water, delving into the aquatic commercial frenzy of Vietnam’s largest floating market at Cai Rang and cruising up the Mekong River on a speedboat to reach Cambodia’s capital, Phnom Penh. From here we head north, layering our tires with grit from the Kingdom’s notorious red-dirt roads, to reach the sleepy backwater town of Kampong Thom and the ancient, jungle-covered ruins of Sambor Prei Kuk. And finally we arrive in Siem Reap where, riding on paths perfect for mountain biking, we’ll explore the UNESCO World Heritage-listed, majestic temples of the once-glorious Khmer Empire, including, of course Angkor Wat, the world’s largest religious monument. The tour ends in Siem Reap.
Join us on this captivating journey through the heart and soul of southern Vietnam and Cambodia!
If you want to explore more of Cambodia and then continue onwards into Thailand, then join our Saigon to Bangkok by Bicycle tour. The first 8 days between Saigon and Siem Reap are identical to this trip, with a further 6 days subsequently leading to Bangkok, Thailand.
Bicycle tours
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel
Age Range
18-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Siem Reap, Phnom Penh, Ho Chi Mi
Siem Reap, Phnom Penh, Ho Chi Minh City, Ben Tre, Can Tho, Chau Doc, Kampong Thom
Borneo, Asia’s largest island, is one of the most biodiverse places on Earth. Within its ancient tropical rainforests thrives an astonishingly rich array of wildlife, featuring unique species not found anywhere else such as orangutans, long-nosed monkeys, and pygmy elephants. On this 11-day biking tour across Sabah, a Malaysian state in northeastern Borneo, we set forth in pursuit of these frontiers of untamed wilderness. Beyond these wilds, we also discover Sabah’s hinterlands, highlands, mountains, and coast!
Beginning in Sabah’s capital city of Kota Kinabalu we fly east and cycle into Tabin Wildlife Reserve, a vast protected area teeming with life. Here we spend two nights at a jungle lodge and explore the surrounding forests by bike, hike & safari! We then continue onwards to the Kinabatangan River where we cruise on the meandering waterway, on the lookout for scenes of monkeys swinging in the trees and elephants coming to bathe. We then turn our attention fully to Borneo’s iconic primates, visiting a world-renowned orangutan rehabilitation center and a sanctuary for proboscis monkeys on the northern tip of Borneo. Our initial forays into the jungles are followed by a deeper exploration of rural Borneo. We cycle through extensive palm-oil plantations and rattle over dirt trails in tea fields before we reach Poring, known for its thermal hot springs and treetop walkway. From here we climb into the highlands and are greeted by the sight of majestic Mount Kinabalu, Southeast Asia’s tallest mountain. We cap off the tour with a ride to the western coast, treating ourselves to a stay at a lovely beach resort overlooking the South China Sea. The tour ends with a transfer back to Kota Kinabalu.
Join us in hitting the roads and trails of northern Borneo and discover a world at the edge of untamed wilderness!
Bicycle tours
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
