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
Vietnam was an amazing and varied place and Explores itinerary managed to pack in a huge variety of scenery, activities and education including places and people I wouldn't have managed to find alone. Long's leadership was brilliant keeping the teenagers engaged and encouraged to try new experiences and food.
Active and outdoorExplorer
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Hotel, Home-stay, Sleeper Train
Age Range
7-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Hua Hin
Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Hua Hin, Mekong Delta, Halong Bay, Hue, Hoi An, Cu Chi Tunnels
From Ho Chi Minh City, explore the Mekong Delta and the ingenious Cu Chi Tunnels before taking in the highlights of Phnom Penh, Siem Reap and the incredible Angkor Complex in Cambodia. Then wing your way to Bangkok, to end this 11 day Indochina adventure in Thailand's captivating capital.
Pack your bags, traveller — we’re doing Vietnam and Cambodia in just 11 epic days. From buzzing Ho Chi Minh to legendary Siem Reap, this trip has it all. Feast on street food, hop on a motorbike, and wander bustling markets. Cruise through rural river life, stretch out on sun-drenched beaches, and explore ruins that look straight out of another world. Who says you can’t do it all? Spoiler: you can.
Explorer
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Get ready for 11 days of authentic culture, delicious food and standout scenery as you travel from China to Laos on a bullet train. Kick off in the Eternal Spring City of Kunming, then hop on China's high-speed rail to Jinghong, where you’ll dive into ancient customs at a Hani village and pluck and brew Yunnan’s famous pu'er tea. Cross the border into Laos to watch the sunset wash orange hues over Luang Prabang’s sacred Wat Phu Si hill and kayak the picturesque Nam Song River. Then, wander the mansion-lined boulevards of Vientiane before bunking up on an overnight train to the buzzing streets of Bangkok.
ExplorerTrain tours
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Explore rice terraces, alpine cities, Tibetan towns and plunging canyons on this 11-day adventure. Start in Hanoi’s alleyways slurping bowls of pho, then get to know H’mong culture on a hike through Sapa’s misty rice fields. After crossing into China, travel through the wrinkled peaks of the Hengduan Mountains on a bullet train to Shangri-La to make yak butter tea with a Tibetan family, visit a Buddhist monastery and spin one of the world’s largest prayer wheels. Hear the thunderous flow of the Jinsha River in Tiger Leaping Gorge, follow the footsteps of tea traders and learn how to write ancient Naxi Dongba characters. Wrap up in Kunming, AKA the City of Eternal Spring.
ExplorerTrain tours
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
A fantastic 11 days in Cambodia exploring the country side, learning about the culture and the genocide.
From the moment I met Hul, I knew he was going to be a joy to be around. His fun, witty nature is just what is required for being a tour guide. Hul has been really knowledgable on all aspects of history and Cambodian culture. He is super organised and explains to everyone where they need to be. Hul makes sure he brings the party wherever he goes and ensures everyone is having a good time. It was amazing for him to bring us along to his families houses and get to experience where he grew up and how life is in Cambodia, I will never forget how warm the family welcomed us while we had their rice wine and home cooked lunch. I am so glad Hul was our tour guide and he made the experience unforgettable.
A very good travel agency that was able to help us put together this magnificent 14-day holiday in Vietnam. We really appreciated the guides, the walks away from the crowds and the recommended homestays. The agency was available throughout our stay and even allowed us to pick up a
small oversight in a hotel further down the road. Thank you very much, Vietnam Tour!
Cultural, religious and historic sites
Tour Type
Private Tour
Accommodation
Hotel, Resort
Age Range
1-99 yrs
Operated in
chinese, english, french, german, spanish
Destinations
Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Halong
Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Halong Bay, Mekong Delta, Cuchi Tunnels, Hoi An, Da Nang, Cu Chi Tunnels
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A great ride, with opportunities to visit ancient sites & taste an amazing variety of Thai food. What makes it a cut above the rest is the attention to detail from the staff... both the guides & the drivers... Simply outstanding!
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, Bangkok, Lampang, Su
Chiang Mai, Bangkok, Lampang, Sukhothai, Khampeng Phet, Nakorn Sawan, Ayutthaya
An amazing, fantastic fun filled holiday that I will never forget. So many memories made and experiences had. Son made that possible! I will definitely look at other Glux trips in the future.
AdventureTrekking and Hiking
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel, Bungalow
Age Range
18-100 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Ha Long
Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Ha Long Bay, Pu Luong, Hoi An
The. Itinerary was comprehensive and diverse.. It covered the many cultural and historical aspects of Thailand but also included many experiences that were very entertaining as well educational all of which helped to understand and value the rich culture of the country. We loved our guide , having traveled extensively, she was by far the best combination of organization, fraternity, education, gastronomy, cultural immersion and fun, fun, fun! Best guide in an absolutely treasure of a country.
Chill outCity sightseeingBeach
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Hotel, Resort
Age Range
5-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Chiang Mai, Bangkok, Kanchanabur
Chiang Mai, Bangkok, Kanchanaburi, Sukhothai
12% OFF TODAY
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