Are you ready to gear up for the most exhilarating, culturally immersive, and physically rewarding two-wheeled journey in Southeast Asia? Welcome to our signature 14-Day Saigon to Bangkok Cross-Border Cycling Expedition. This high-octane, long-distance cycling holiday is meticulously engineered for passionate riders, active adventurers, and cultural discoverers who crave the raw, unfiltered, and deeply sensory transition of landscapes, cuisines, and empires far beyond the standard tourist trails.
Your epic overland odyssey begins in the historic, high-energy streets of Saigon (Ho Chi Minh City), Vietnam. From here, we quickly escape the urban sprawl, plunging headfirst into the maze of lush, palm-fringed canal paths, fruit orchards, and quiet backwaters of the legendary Mekong Delta. Your tires will grip smooth countryside concrete, passing floating markets and rustic local villages in Cai Be, Vinh Long, Can Tho, and Chau Doc, before tracking the peaceful coastal highways toward the border town of Ha Tien.
The ultimate boundary-crossing thrill awaits as we bid farewell to Vietnam and pedal into the kingdom of Cambodia. The terrain undergoes a spectacular transition. You will experience the stunning coastal roads of Kampot, famous for its pepper plantations and French-colonial ruins, navigate the ancient red-clay backroads of Takeo, and ride triumphantly into the bustling, historic capital of Phnom Penh. Following the path of the mighty Mekong River north, we head toward the mystical stone empire of Siem Reap, where we take our bikes on an unforgettable journey through the ancient, moss-covered stone gateways and banyan tree roots of the Angkor Temple Complex.
The grand finale of our multi-country traverse begins as we cross the international border at Poipet into Thailand. You will ride across the open, scenic agricultural plains of Sa Kaeo and Kabin Buri, experiencing the exceptional hospitality of rural Thailand, before a dramatic, high-energy arrival in the spectacular, neon-lit national capital of Bangkok.
Backed by our professional 100% support vehicles, custom-geared road/hybrid fleets, and highly trained English-speaking cycling guides, this is your chance to focus entirely on the rhythm of your pedal strokes, the warm tropical breeze, and the memories of a lifetime.
Highlights
Three Nations, One Saddle: Experience the ultimate geographical and cultural transition from the lush waterworld of Vietnam's Mekong Delta, through the ancient, red-clay Khmer trails of Cambodia, to the royal plains of Eastern Thailand.
Mekong Delta Waterworld Biking: Weave through an emerald labyrinth of quiet fruit orchards, rustic canal paths, and ancient floating markets in Can Tho and Chau Doc, bypassing busy highways.
Angkor Wat Temple Exploration: Conclude your Cambodian chapter by cycling under the towering stone faces of Angkor Thom, the banyan tree roots of Ta Prohm (Tomb Raider Temple), and the majestic spires of Angkor Wat.
The Coastal Splendor of Kampot: Pedal along the quiet, scenic roads flanking the Gulf of Thailand, breathing in the fresh salt air and visiting world-famous organic green pepper plantations.
Off-The-Beaten-Path Border Crossings: Experience the thrill of seamless overland crossings at Ha Tien (Vietnam-Cambodia) and Poipet (Cambodia-Thailand), handled with professional guide logistics.
Phnom Penh Capital Discovery: Explore the rich French-colonial architecture, the Royal Palace, and the moving historical legacy of Cambodia's capital by traditional cyclo and bicycle.
Elite Professional Logistics: Ride with absolute peace of mind with 100% vehicle support carrying all luggage, technical spare parts, ice-cold water, electrolytes, fresh local snacks, and master guides who know every curve of the highway.
BRIEF ITINERARY (14 DAYS)
Day 1: Saigon, Cai Be, Vinh Long & Can Tho
Route: Saigon Hotel Transfer – Cai Be Canal Paths – Vinh Long Ferry – Can Tho City
Road Condition: Flat, fast asphalt highways, urban entry avenues
What’s Included
Inclusions:
Accommodations: 13 nights in a selection of comfortable hotels and boutique resorts (twin/double sharing).
Meals: All meals as specified in the itinerary (B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner).
Support Vehicle: Professional air-conditioned support van/bus for luggage, mechanical support, and tired riders.
Bicycles: High-quality mountain or hybrid bikes (Trek/Giant) provided with helmets and water cages.
Professional Team: Expert English-speaking cycling guides and dedicated drivers for each country.
Boats: Local boat trips in the Mekong Delta and river crossings as per itinerary.
Sightseeing: Entrance fees for all mentioned attractions, including the Angkor Archaeological Park (multi-day pass).
Hydration: Unlimited mineral water, electrolytes, and fresh local fruits during cycling segments.
Exclusions:
Airfare: International flights to Saigon and from Bangkok.
Visas: Visa fees for Vietnam, Cambodia, and Thailand (if applicable).
Insurance: Comprehensive personal travel and medical insurance (mandatory).
Personal Expenses: Laundry, phone calls, alcoholic drinks, and personal shopping.
Tips: Gratuities for the guide and driver team (highly appreciated).
Single Supplement: Available upon request for those preferring a private room.
Itinerary
Conquer the ultimate 14-day cycling tour from Saigon to Bangkok. Bike through the floating waterworld of the Mekong Delta, cross into Cambodia to explore Phnom Penh and Angkor Wat, and ride across into Thailand. Book your dream Indochina bike tour now!
Your grand cross-border expedition begins as the morning sun rises over the energetic, historic streets of Saigon. We escape the chaotic urban hum of the city in our private support vehicle, driving southwest toward the gateway of the Mekong Delta in Cai Be. The transition from high-rise highways to lush green rice fields is immediate and refreshing. The moment you step out of the van, the humid, sensory-rich air of the delta greets your senses, carrying the scent of wet river clay, sweet mangoes, and woodsmoke from local brick kilns along the river.
After a meticulous, personalized bike-fitting session by our expert mechanics, we mount our bikes. Feel the physical thrill of finding your rhythm as your tires hum softly on the quiet concrete paths. We weave through a maze of narrow canal trails, passing simple wooden bridges and lush fruit orchards heavy with durian and dragon fruit. The air is warm and clean, filled with the friendly shouts of local children running to their wooden gates, waving and shouting "Hello!" to our colorful paceline.
We cross the river on a rustic local ferry, tasting the cool, fresh river breeze, and continue cycling through the peaceful villages of Vinh Long. Our support van is perfectly positioned to offer ice-cold water, chilled electrolyte drinks, and fresh local watermelon, keeping your energy high. In the late afternoon, we pedal into Can Tho, the vibrant capital of the delta. We check into our comfortable hotel and gather for a welcome dinner featuring authentic Mekong specialties, raising a glass of local beer to the epic 14-day journey ahead.
Route: Can Tho – Thot Not countryside – Long Xuyen Plain – Chau Doc
Cycling Distance: ~125 kilometers
Road Condition: Smooth flat asphalt, quiet rural tarmac, river highways
Elevation Gain: +120 meters
Prepare yourself for a monumental, long-distance cycling day across the heart of the Mekong Delta. We wake up early to the soothing sound of the river waking up, boarding a private wooden boat to witness the ancient Cai Rang Floating Market. The sight of hundreds of wooden vessels trading pineapples, pumpkins, and coconuts under the soft pink morning light is a deeply moving experience. The air is misty and fragrant, carrying the steam from floating noodle soup bowls.
After returning to the mainland for a fresh baguette and strong Vietnamese condensed milk coffee, we climb into our saddles, pointing our wheels toward the Cambodian border town of Chau Doc. Today is a true test of endurance. Your leg muscles will engage as we establish a fast-paced, highly efficient paceline across the flat, sun-baked plains of Long Xuyen. The asphalt is smooth and flat, allowing our group to maintain a high, exhilarating average speed.
We pass vast, endless seas of green and golden jasmine rice fields that stretch out to the horizon, where gentle water buffaloes bathe in the shallow water. Our support vehicle is perfectly stationed every 25 kilometers, offering ice-cold water and chilled towels to keep your focus sharp. In the late afternoon, we pedal into the sacred pilgrimage city of Chau Doc, checking into our hotel overlooking the Bassac River. We celebrate this magnificent 125-kilometer milestone with a hot shower and a fresh river fish dinner.
Wake up to the soft morning light illuminating the misty peaks of Sam Mountain. Today, we head southwest toward the Gulf of Thailand, tracking the quiet border roads that run along the edge of Cambodia. We leave Chau Doc behind, our legs strong and fully adapted to the tour's rhythm. The terrain today introduces a series of gentle, rolling foothills around Tri Ton, where dramatic limestone monoliths rise abruptly from the flat plains like ancient stone monuments.
The air is warm and clean, carrying the earthy, sweet aroma of palm sugar being boiled in large copper pots under the shade of tall sugar palm trees. We pedal along quiet country tarmac, where the click-clack of your drivetrain is the only sound in the peaceful landscape.
In the afternoon, the rugged mountain ridges give way to a beautiful, open coastal view. The sea breeze off the Gulf of Thailand refreshes your skin, bringing the salty scent of the ocean. We roll into the beautiful, historic seaside town of Ha Tien, the westernmost point of Vietnam. We spend the evening stroll along the quiet harbor, watching the sunset paint the sky in deep shades of crimson and violet, enjoying a dinner of fresh, lemongrass-grilled seafood, anticipating our border crossing into Cambodia tomorrow.
Today, we bid farewell to Vietnam and cross into the peaceful kingdom of Cambodia! As the morning mist still clings to the coastal lagoons, we mount our bikes and point our wheels toward the international border post at Prek Chak. After completing the exit and entry formalities, we step onto Cambodian soil. The transition in atmosphere is instant and deeply sensory. The bustling energy of Vietnam gives way to an incredibly quiet, peaceful, and dry wilderness. The air smells of sun-baked earth, sweet wild grass, and sea salt.
The road condition changes, offering quiet country lanes and sections of packed red clay roads that are an absolute playground for hybrid and mountain bikes. We pedal toward the elegant, French-colonial beach town of Kep, famous for its old seaside villas and fresh crab markets. Hear the gentle waves lapping against the shore as we stop for a lunch of fresh crab sauteed with world-famous organic green Kampot pepper, tasting the perfect balance of spice and sweetness.
In the afternoon, we continue our flat coastal ride to Kampot, a peaceful town nestled along the banks of the Prek Tuek Chhou River. We check into our boutique hotel along the river, enjoying a refreshing shower, a cold bottle of legendary Angkor Beer, and watching the sun set behind the misty Bokor Mountain.
Road Condition: Quiet country dirt tracks, red clay lanes, secondary asphalt
Elevation Gain: +220 meters
Wake up to the cool river breeze and the soft call of local birds. Today, we leave the coast behind, heading northeast into the agricultural heartland of southern Cambodia. We start our morning with a scenic ride through the spectacular Kampot Pepper plantations, smelling the rich, peppery aroma of the vines growing up tall wooden poles. We take our bikes onto quiet, red-soil country tracks that wind through the dramatic karst hills of Phnom Chhngok.
We stop to explore an ancient, 7th-century brick temple hidden inside a massive limestone cave, a deeply atmospheric sight. Back in our saddles, we pedal deeper into the rural countryside of Takeo province. The road condition is outstanding—smooth, secondary tarmac mixed with quiet dirt lanes that pass through peaceful local hamlets where traditional wooden stilted houses stand under tall palm trees.
Friendly locals working in the rice fields look up with warm smiles, waving and shouting "Sabaidee! Sabaidee!" (Hello in Khmer) to greet us. Our professional support van is perfectly positioned every 25 kilometers, offering ice-cold water and fresh seasonal fruits to keep your energy high. We roll into the quiet lakeside town of Takeo in the late afternoon, enjoying a fresh fish dinner and a peaceful night's rest.
Get ready for an exciting, high-tempo day of active cycling as we head toward Cambodia's vibrant capital, Phnom Penh. After a hearty breakfast of fresh tropical fruits and sticky rice, we climb back into our saddles. The first half of our ride is a highly enjoyable, fast-paced run along quiet country highways.
We stop to explore the beautiful, 12th-century Angkorian ruins of Tonle Bati (Ta Prohm Temple), walking through moss-covered stone courtyards shaded by giant banyan trees, feeling the weight of ancient history. The air is warm and fragrant, carrying the sweet scent of blooming lotus flowers from the nearby lake.
In the afternoon, the quiet country lanes transition into wider, paved suburban avenues as we approach the capital. Our experienced cycling guides will lead the group safely through the outskirts of the city, navigating the traffic with ease. We ride directly to our elegant boutique hotel in the city center. Phnom Penh is remarkably beautiful, situated at the confluence of the Mekong, Tonle Sap, and Bassac Rivers. Celebrate this magnificent physical milestone with a relaxing swim in the hotel pool and a delicious dinner at a riverside French-Khmer bistro.
Route: Historical Quarter – Royal Palace – Tuol Sleng Museum – Riverside
Cycling Distance: 0 kilometers (Active rest day by Cyclo)
Road Condition: N/A
Elevation Gain: None
Today is your dedicated rest and recovery day, strategically placed to allow your muscles to rebuild. We trade our bike saddles for the leather seats of a traditional cyclo, an elegant French-colonial three-wheeled bicycle taxi, allowing your personal driver to pedal you through the historic streets of Phnom Penh.
We begin our exploration at the magnificent Royal Palace, admiring the towering, golden spires of the Silver Pagoda and the sparkling collection of golden Buddha statues decorated with thousands of diamonds. From the palace, we travel back in time to explore the moving and humbling history of Cambodia at the Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum (S-21), gaining a deep perspective on the resilience of the local people and the country's tragic past.
In the afternoon, enjoy a quiet walk along the scenic riverfront promenade, watching local families fly kites and longtail boats kick up silver spray on the water. The evening is perfect for sipping local coffee at a French-style bakery, enjoying the finest pastries, and watching the sunset paint the sky in shades of crimson and gold over the Mekong.
Today, we head north, tracking the majestic path of the Mekong River toward the quiet colonial city of Kompong Cham. After a short ferry ride across the river, we land on Koh Dach (Silk Island), a quiet agricultural island nestled in the middle of the Mekong. The change in pace is immediate: the busy city streets are replaced by quiet sandy tracks and shade-covered pathways that wind through local communities.
The air is clean and warm, smelling of sweet organic mangoes, ripening bananas, and dry earth. We pedal past stilted wooden homes where we can hear the rhythmic, clicking sound of hand looms as local women weave beautiful silk fabrics beneath their houses. We stop to visit a local silk-weaving family, enjoying a fresh green tea before continuing our ride.
The afternoon takes us onto the paved secondary highways that hug the riverbank, offering beautiful views of the water. The road is flat and fast, allowing our group to form a tight, highly efficient paceline, cruising at a high average speed. We roll into Kompong Cham in the late afternoon, checking into our comfortable riverside hotel.
Prepare yourself for one of the most spectacular, visual, and physically rewarding stages of the entire tour as we head toward Siem Reap, the mystical gateway to the ancient Khmer Empire. We start our morning with a scenic transfer through local farmlands to bypass the busiest highways, unloading our bikes in the dense forests surrounding Beng Mealea Temple.
This is a spectacular, wild, and unrestored jungle temple that remains completely overrun by nature. We mount our bikes, pedaling along quiet, shade-covered forest singletracks that lead to the ancient stone gates. Explore the crumbling sandstone blocks wrapped in giant banyan tree roots and covered in green moss—a deeply atmospheric, Indiana Jones-style adventure.
From Beng Mealea, we pedal west on quiet country highways toward Siem Reap. The terrain today features gentle, rolling hills that keep your heart rate engaged and your thighs warm. The air is fresh and sweet, smelling of sun-baked earth and wild tropical flowers. We complete our ride into Siem Reap, checking into our boutique hotel and celebrating the completion of our long-distance road miles with a refreshing dip in the pool.
The ultimate crown jewel of our 14-day expedition! Today, we leave our heavy gear behind, embarking on a magical, highly immersive journey through the heart of the world-famous Angkor Temple Complex by bike. We pedal along quiet, shade-covered forest singletracks, bypassing the busy roads.
Our first stop is the monumental Angkor Wat, the largest religious monument in the world. As we pull up on our bikes, the temple's five sandstone towers rise majestically against the blue sky, reflecting perfectly in the peaceful lotus moat. We explore the intricate stone carvings and grand courtyards, feeling the weight of ancient history.
We climb back into our saddles, riding through the massive stone gateway of Angkor Thom, where the colossal carved stone faces of the Bayon Temple smile serenely down from the sky. We weave through the shady jungle paths to Ta Prohm Temple, famously known as the Tomb Raider Temple, where the massive roots of giant banyan trees wrap around the crumbling stone walls. We cross the finish line of our Cambodian chapter in the heart of the ancient forest, raising our glasses of ice-cold Beerlao to celebrate!
Road Condition: Gentle rolling countryside tarmac, packed red clay tracks
Elevation Gain: +250 meters
Awake to the beautiful morning light illuminating the lotus ponds of Siem Reap. Today’s ride is a spectacular, long-distance traverse through the quiet rural countryside north of town, heading toward the exquisite temple of Banteay Srei. We climb back into our saddles, our legs strong and well-adapted to the tour's rhythm.
The route winds through peaceful farming villages and vast palm orchards, the air smelling of sweet jasmine, organic bananas, and rich mountain soil. The road is smooth, with gentle rolling hills that keep your heart rate engaged and your thighs warm. Banteay Srei is built of rare, pink sandstone and is famous for having the most delicate, intricate carvings of any temple in Cambodia, earning its name as the Citadel of the Women.
We spend the midday exploring these stone masterpieces before mounting our bikes for a scenic loop through the foothills of Phnom Bok. The red-soil tracks under our tires kick up clouds of dust as we speed through the rural hamlets. We roll back into Siem Reap in the late afternoon, enjoying a relaxed evening and a hearty Cambodian dinner.
Today, we bid farewell to Cambodia and cross into the spectacular vương quốc Thái Lan! We start our morning with a transfer to the international border post at Poipet/Aranyaprathet. After completing the exit and entry formalities, we step onto Thai soil, and the change in infrastructure is instant and wonderful.
We mount our bikes, and our tires hum softly on the exceptionally smooth, wide, and perfectly paved national highways of Sa Kaeo Province. The terrain is beautifully flat and fast, allowing our group to establish a smooth, effortless cruising speed as we form a tight paceline. The air is warm and clean, carrying the scent of sweet eucalyptus trees and vast sugarcane fields.
We pass through quiet rural towns where the houses are beautifully kept and locals wave to us with warm smiles. Our support vehicle is perfectly stationed to provide ice-cold sports drinks and fresh tropical fruits. We check into our hotel in Sa Kaeo, enjoying a hot shower, a cold bottle of legendary Singha Beer, and a delicious dinner of authentic Thai green curry, celebrating our entry into our third country!
Route: Sa Kaeo – Eastern agricultural plains – Kabin Buri District
Cycling Distance: ~70 kilometers
Road Condition: Smooth rolling tarmac, scenic rural lanes
Elevation Gain: +320 meters
Today is an exciting, high-tempo day of active road cycling as we connect Sa Kaeo to the quiet, scenic district of Kabin Buri. After a hearty breakfast of fresh mangoes and sticky rice, we climb back into our saddles. The terrain today introduces a series of gentle, rolling hills that keep your heart rate engaged and your thighs warm. The road condition is outstanding—wide, smooth tarmac that wraps through the eastern agricultural plains of Thailand.
The air smells of dry earth and sweet citrus orchards. We pedal past massive tapioca and rice plantations that blanket the landscape in perfect green waves. The rhythm of your breathing and the synchronous spinning of your pedals becomes a form of rolling meditation.
Our support van is perfectly positioned to offer cold water and electrolytes, keeping your focus sharp. We roll into Kabin Buri in the late afternoon, checking into our comfortable hotel. Tonight, enjoy a premium dinner at a local Thai restaurant, tasting the perfect balance of spice, sweetness, and sourness in authentic Pad Thai noodles.
Route: Kabin Buri – Nakhon Nayok outskirts – Bangkok capital transfer
Cycling Distance: ~50 kilometers
Road Condition: Flat, fast asphalt highways, urban entry avenues
Elevation Gain: +150 meters
The grand finale of our epic cross-border cycling odyssey! We start our morning with a flat, fast sprint through the outskirts of Nakhon Nayok, our legs strong, warm, and fully adapted to the tour's rhythm. The road is smooth, flat, and fast, allowing us to form a tight paceline and maintain a high, exhilarating average speed. The air smells of dry earth and sweet eucalyptus trees.
We pass through quiet rural towns, enjoying the final moments of our long-distance road mileage. Around midday, we stop for a celebratory lunch, raising a glass to our incredible journey. After lunch, we pack our bikes into the support vehicles for the final transfer into the spectacular, high-energy capital of Bangkok.
The transition from quiet rural lanes to the bustling, neon-lit sky-rise avenues of Bangkok is absolutely thrilling. We check into our central hotel, and tonight we gather for a luxurious, multi-course farewell dinner, raising our glasses to celebrate the successful completion of the ultimate Saigon to Bangkok Indochina cycling challenge!
YOUR BIKE
Bikes, Gears, and Support
Ride the Best Bicycles in Vietnam (perhaps, Southeast Asia)
Available with sizes from S, M, L, XL to XXL
The Trek Marlin Hardtail Mountain Bike
The Trek Marlin is an ultra-lightweight, highly versatile hardtail mountain bike engineered to excel across Vietnam's diverse touring terrains. By pairing stable, responsive handling with a fine-tuned front suspension fork, it delivers exceptional comfort and precise control over rugged roads, gravel tracks, and uneven rural paths. It represents a premium, dependable choice for discerning riders demanding absolute adaptability and performance across varied surfaces.
Key Engineering Specifications:
High-efficiency 1 x 11 drivetrain: Delivers seamless, reliable shifting and optimal power transfer.
32T chainring: Optimized gearing for efficient climbing capabilities and smooth acceleration.
Premium front suspension: Enhances traction, minimizes hand fatigue, and ensures superior handling on loose terrain.
Ergonomically optimized lightweight frame: Crafted specifically to ensure sustained comfort during all-day endurance rides.
Verdict: A highly practical, confidence-inspiring solution for riders seeking a capable, robust bicycle that effortlessly adapts to the dynamic climate and topography of Vietnam & South East Asia.
Trek Marlin Hardtail Mountain Bike
The Premium Electric Mountain Bike (E-MTB)
Engineered for endurance and uncompromising performance, this Electric Mountain Bike represents the pinnacle of long-distance touring capability. Designed to deliver robust, intelligent assistance without compromising the authentic joy of cycling, it effortlessly flattens steep climbs and shortens long distances. It stands as a highly dependable, high-capacity solution for riders seeking to sustain a steady pace, minimize physical fatigue, and fully immerse themselves in the journey.
Key Technical Specifications:
High-Performance Motor (250W - 500W): Provides smooth, intuitive electric assist that adapts to your pedaling cadence, making challenging climbs feel effortless.
Dual-Battery Range Extender: Equipped with an advanced dual-battery configuration—supporting two high-capacity batteries from 36V 15Ah to 48V 20Ah each—ensuring industry-leading range for multi-day expeditions.
Optimized Touring Geometry: Crafted to maintain ideal rider posture, maximizing comfort and reducing strain during long days in the saddle.
All-Terrain Stability: Engineered to deliver precise control and balanced handling across diverse surfaces, from loose gravel to rugged rural tracks.
Verdict: An elite, tour-ready E-MTB engineered to easily adapt to the changing climates and demanding topographies of Vietnam and Southeast Asia, offering the perfect blend of active cycling and reliable power.
Electric Mountain Bike
The Triban Gravel Bike
Engineered for ultimate versatility and long-distance endurance, the Triban Gravel Bike is a highly dependable aluminum all-road machine built to conquer changing terrains with absolute composure. Pairing a robust, lightweight frame with an advanced carbon fork, it effectively isolates road vibrations, minimizing rider fatigue over grueling distances. It stands as an exceptionally stable, low-maintenance solution for riders demanding consistent performance and comfort across Vietnam’s diverse road surfaces.
Key Technical Specifications:
Precision Shimano CUES 1 x 10 Drivetrain: Offers highly reliable, crisp gear transitions with a simplified single-ring setup.
Optimized 40T Chainring: Perfectly balanced to maintain high efficiency on flat asphalt while delivering ample leverage for climbs.
Ultra-Wide 11--48T Cassette: Provides an expansive gear range, ensuring controlled, high-traction climbing on steep or loose gravel grades.
Vibration-Dampening Carbon Fork: Engineered to absorb high-frequency road chatter, significantly improving front-end tracking and hand comfort.
Verdict: A highly robust and streamlined gravel bike that offers a seamless transition between tarmac and rough gravel paths, delivering a reassuringly stable ride in any conditions.
Gravel Bike
Touring Bike
Touring Bike – The Ideal Choice for Multi-Day Cycling Adventures
Designed specifically for long-distance journeys, the Touring Bike is built to deliver the perfect balance of comfort, stability, and carrying capacity. Whether you are exploring quiet countryside roads, mountain routes, or embarking on a multi-day cycling adventure, this bike is engineered to perform efficiently while carrying everything you need along the way.
A touring bike is equipped to handle additional luggage such as rear pannier bags, front handlebar bags, and repair kits, allowing riders to travel independently and comfortably over long distances. Its strong frame geometry provides a more relaxed riding position compared with road bikes, reducing fatigue on long riding days and giving better control on varying road conditions.
For smooth and reliable performance, our touring bikes are available with two drivetrain options:
• 3×10 Drivetrain (3 Chainrings × 10-Speed Cassette)
This setup offers a wide range of gears, making it extremely versatile for different terrains. Riders can shift to lower gears for steep climbs while carrying luggage and switch to higher gears for fast riding on flat roads. It is an excellent choice for cyclists seeking flexibility and easier pedaling throughout the journey.
• 1×11 Drivetrain (1 Chainring × 11-Speed Cassette)
A modern and simplified drivetrain system designed for efficiency and ease of use. With a single front chainring and an 11-speed rear cassette, gear shifting becomes smoother and more intuitive while reducing maintenance. This option is ideal for riders who prefer a cleaner setup without sacrificing climbing ability or riding performance.
Touring Bike – The Ideal Choice for Multi-Day Cycling Adventures
Combined with ergonomic handlebars, durable wheels, and touring-specific components, our touring bikes are created to ensure every ride is comfortable, reliable, and enjoyable—so you can focus on discovering new landscapes and making unforgettable memories on the road.
TOUR LOGISTICS & SUPPORT SERVICES
1. SUPPORT VEHICLES & TRANSPORTATION
To ensure absolute comfort and seamless logistics, our support vehicle fleet is carefully scaled to match your group size:
Groups of fewer than 6 passengers: A spacious 16-seat minibus will be provided, fully air-conditioned and chauffeured by an experienced, professional driver.
Groups of fewer than 12 passengers: Either one comfortable 25-seat midibus or two 16-seat minibuses will be provided, fully air-conditioned and led by seasoned drivers.
Groups of up to 24 passengers: A 25-seat midibus dedicated to passengers, paired with a separate luggage van to handle all gear seamlessly, both air-conditioned and professionally operated.
Support Vehicle & On-Route Assistance
2. REFRESHMENTS: WATER & SNACKS
To keep you energized and refreshed throughout the tour, we provide complimentary cold water, authentic local snacks, and fresh seasonal fruits at our occasional break stops—helping you stay hydrated and well-nourished as you explore.
Water, snacks, and planned rest stops
3. SUPPORT TRUCK & ON-ROUTE ASSISTANCE
A dedicated support vehicle travels ahead of the group throughout the tour, positioned to assist whenever needed. Whether it’s a mechanical issue, a quick bike adjustment, or simple fatigue after a challenging gravel section, professional help is never far away.
SUPPORT VEHICLE & ON-ROUTE ASSISTANCE
Our team provides:
On-route mechanical support and basic repairs: Keeping your bicycle running smoothly and safely.
Water, snacks, and planned rest stops: Replenishing your energy at scenic, stress-free locations.
The option to rest and rejoin later: Hop into the support vehicle for a quick break and jump back on your bike whenever you feel ready.
Our Philosophy: This comprehensive support system allows you to ride with absolute confidence, knowing that the day can be adapted to suit how you’re feeling—completely free of pressure or judgment.
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Cycling from Vietnam to Cambodia and Thailand with Golden Cycling Tours was a life-changing experience! The journey through three incredible countries was seamlessly organized, and the routes were absolutely breathtaking. The guides were knowledgeable and helpful, making sure we were safe and informed throughout.
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What an incredible journey cycling from Vietnam to Cambodia and Thailand! Golden Cycling Tours took care of every detail, and the landscapes were beyond amazing. We cycled through peaceful countryside, lively towns, and historical sites. The experience was a perfect mix of adventure and cultural immersion.
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I had an amazing experience cycling from Vietnam to Cambodia and Thailand with Golden Cycling Tours. The route was challenging but rewarding, with some of the most beautiful landscapes I’ve ever seen. The logistics were perfectly arranged, and the team provided excellent support throughout the trip.
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We are a local bike tour company and can book a year or more in advance, while some others can't. If you have a specific tour in mind, it's best to contact one of our tour advisors who can check it out for you.
For guided tours and bike and boat tours, we can usually check availability. Please contact us and let us know the tour and dates you are interested in.
For self-guided tours, we can confirm availability and The tours are “on request”, meaning they must receive a booking request from us and then check availability at each hotel along the route.
One final note – if you are organising a larger group, we are happy to hold a booking for a short period to allow time for everyone in your group to book. Please contact us for more details.
Just click on the orange 'Book this tour' button toward the top right of the page for the tour you're booking, fill in the requested information, and hit submit. We'll take it from there!
On each tour page, click on the Dates & Prices tab and below the dates, you'll find prices. You may need to scroll down a ways to see all the options. And don't forget to choose guided or self-guided, if both options are available.
Self-guided tours: You're excited about an adventure and schedule that's totally up to you. You're comfortable navigating, communicating, and dining solo.
Look for tours without a minimum number of participants.
You'll be responsible for a single room surcharge and sometimes a solo traveler surcharge.
We cannot confirm if there are other travelers on the date of your tour.
We cannot find a roommate or travel partner for you.
Guided tours: You'd like to join a group or Private. You'll ride, dine, and make new friends with your group mates over the course of the tour.
Look for tours with guided departures.
You're responsible for the single room surcharge.
We can ask the tour operator if there are any other solo travelers seeking a roommate on the departure and tour of interest. Matches are made infrequently.
Bike and boat tours: You'll travel with a group on and off the bike. Bike and boat tours may be guided, self-guided, or both.
Some boats offer single cabins for an additional fee. This fee is often less than the fee for a double cabin for one person.
You're responsible for the single cabin surcharge, as determined by the cabin type.
We can ask the tour operator if there are any other solo travelers seeking a roommate on the departure and tour of interest. Matches are made infrequently.
First, be sure to review the tour's rider level, Surface and Terrain details (under the Program tab), and daily (and average) mileages. This will help provide a full picture of the tour's details.
Then, consider the following:
Are you willing and able (and have the time!) to train up to the tour? If yes, book the higher level tour and start training! Here are our suggestions.
If not, book an easier tour knowing you'll feel more relaxed on tour and less stressed preparing for it (like a rider level Leisure tour!)
Additionally...
Consider an e-bike. They provide a boost when you pedal, making higher-level tours more accessible.
Consider a bike and boat tour or a tour based in one hotel - you'll have options for a rest day or two!
There are a couple of options for partners and groups of varying levels.
Bike and boat tours offer the unique option to skip a day's ride and relax aboard the ship instead of cycling.
Guided toursthat include support vehicles* include the ability to skip a day's ride by riding in the support vehicle, which can also be utilized to shorten a day's ride.
Electric bikes are available on 90% of tours including numerous bike and boat and guided tours. They add a boost to your cycling when you pedal.
*Be sure to review the 'Included services' on the Dates & Prices tab to see if the tour includes a support van.
Want to know more? Here's some recommended reading from our blog:
Thanks to ratings from our wonderful clients, you can view our Top Rated tours on our site!
The tours are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars and higher! Don't limit yourself to this list--many of the other tours on our site are also rated this high, but we just couldn't fit them all on the list.
Definitely! Families with children of all ages can take a bike tour.
Each family's needs and preferences are different, and we recommend family-friendly bicycle tours with families with younger children. Another popular option is tours that are primarily on bicycle paths.
Families with older children (tweens and teens) can consider most any tour based on the family's abilities (rider level) and preferences. Or check out this list for ideas!
Bicycle tours are a great way for your family to explore a region or country. Together you get a feel for a new terrain, the sights and smells, history, culture, and people - experiences that aren't always possible from a train or rental car. Another bonus for parents? Built-in physical activity every day means worn-out kids at night!
When you do a search, you can select parameters like country, departure month, rider level, average daily distance, and type of tour.
You can use the filters on the left side of the page to adjust the search results.
Simply click on a parameter to make selections. If you wish to clear a filter selection, simply click on the "X" next to it or to start over click 'Clear all filters'.
ForModerate (3), Advanced (4), Off Road (5) or Challenging(6) rider level tours generally yes. Please review the tour page's 'Daily Program', 'Route Map', and 'Surface and Terrain' for insight into the tour, and ask us if you still have questions!
ForLeisure (level 1) or Easy(2) rider level tours generally no. Elevation profiles are not relevant. You can search for additional material online, and be sure to review the tour page's 'Daily Program', 'Route Map', and 'Surface and Terrain' for insight.
Here are some of our favorite tours that offer shorter daily distances, flatter terrain, peaceful settings, and which mostly follow dedicated bicycle paths or quiet back roads. We feel this combination is especially friendly for first-time bike tourists.
And here are some questions we recommend you ask yourself when deciding on your tour.
Self-guided bike tours offer flexibility and independence but maintain a level of support and convenience. Your hotels are booked, your luggage is transported, and you have maps and directions for each day's ride.
Be sure to consider your comfort level with navigating a different culture and foreign language, reading maps and signs, ordering food, and dealing with flats or other minor emergencies - some travelers don't enjoy doing these things, but others find them the best part of an adventure.
If you enjoy traveling with a group, meeting new people, and having a guide and structured daily schedule, then a guided group bike tour is probably the better fit for you.
Select the country or countries you're interested in. If you wish to select more than one country, simply keep clicking on the countries you prefer.
If your search yields too many tours, use the options on the left side of the page to adjust the search results (like departure month, rider level, average daily distance, and type of tour).
Involves cycling for up to two to four hours a day at easy pace and usually, between Half to one days in duration. The cycling distances is around 15 – 30 km per day. There are likely to be no steep and sustained descents as well as demand for technical riding. We will normally ride on flat roads. Suitable for bikers who enjoy occasional weekend riding on trails at home. Push bikes are sometimes used for these itineraries.
Easy
Involves cycling for up to four hours a day at steady pace and and are usually between Two to four days in duration. The cycling distances is around 30 – 40 km per day. There are likely Sometimes it can be long flat rides or medium ride with few up and downhill climbs. The support vehicle will not always be available. We will need a good level of fitness. We use either mountain bikes or road bikes for these itineraries.
Moderate & Advanced
Involves biking for up to six hours a day at a steady pace and are usually between five to seven days in duration. The cycling distance is about 40 – 60 km per day. Sometimes it can be long flat rides or medium ride with few up and downhill climbs. The support vehicle will not always be available. We will need a good level of fitness. We use either mountain bikes or road bikes for these itineraries.
Challenging & Offroad
Involves biking in mountainous areas with big climbs for up to seven or eight hours a day and usually more than a week in duration. Cycling distance is about 60 – 100 km per day. There will be steep and sustained ascents and descents. The support vehicle will not always be available. These trips will provide a real sustained workout even for fit and experienced mountain bikers.
Be sure to also review the details under 'Surface and Terrain' and the daily distances for each tour.
Anyone in reasonable shape should be able to enjoy a bike tour. Many tours cover about 15-40 Km per day and are designed for travelers who enjoy a leisurely pace. When you read the tour descriptions, pay close attention to the 'Surface and Terrain' details and daily distances.
We've also included rider levels on each tour to help guide you.
If you're concerned about your ability or it's your first tour, consider doing a Leisure (1) or Easy (2) level tour.
You should be an experienced cyclist (but not necessarily an expert) to do tours rated Moderate(3), Advanced(4), Off Road(5), Challenging(6).
Lucky for us, we have the amazing opportunity to check out many of the tours we help book so we can better advise and promote bicycle touring in some of our favorite places.
Most of our staff get an international data plan for our personal phones when we travel and only use data or make calls minimally (as it generally costs extra). We then take advantage of Wi-Fi whenever possible.
Need more info? We've got multiple suggestions here.
Your confirmation email (and Final Payment Due reminder email) contain a personal payment link. You may follow this link to make secure balance payments via credit card or e-check (as well as obtain wire payment bank details).
Credit card (Visa, American Express, Discover, MasterCard).If you opt to pay by credit card, we charge a non-refundable 4% surcharge based on the total tour cost. The charge on your credit card will read 'GoldenCyclingTours'. You can avoid the 4% surcharge by paying by check.
Wire transfer. you may pay by wire transfer either in U.S. dollars to our U.S. account or in euros to our Euro account. Please be sure the transfer includes a reference to your name, tour name, and/or invoice number. Please also email us with the wire transfer reference number at info@goldencyclingtours.com. We will provide you with our account information after you book.
Check or money order. Please make personal or bank checks payable to 'GoldenCyclingTours.com' and mail to our office:
Cancellation fees vary among tour operators. Exact details can be found on the individual tour page on the Dates & Prices tab via the linked text 'Tour Company Terms' (in the bottom right-hand corner). Tour operator cancellation fees usually increase as the tour date approaches.
Cancellations must be made to GoldenCyclingTours.com in writing via email, fax, or mail. Please read full details under 'Cancellations' in our Terms and Conditions.
Your tour packet includes maps, route instructions, and sightseeing information.
Sometimes clients report that tour materials for certain routes offered by our overseas tour operator partners were somewhat lacking. We encourage you to do some homework upfront. Your local bookstore can supply you with guidebooks, maps, and other information about your destination.
Please note that you will receive just one packet per room unless you request otherwise.
Pre-tour documents are the documents you receive before your tour.
You'll receive pre-tour documents via email, including your hotel list (for hotel-based tours) and information on how to get to your starting town and hotel or boat, Golden Cycling Tours operator contacts, packing tips, and other helpful information, about 2-3 weeks before your tour.
These items are supplied by the local Golden Cycling Tours company, and while we do our best to get the information to you well in advance of your tour.
Tour documents are documents you'll receive on tour.
For self-guided tours, you will get (physical) packets with maps, route instructions, and sightseeing information at your start hotel (or boat). Please note that you will receive just one set per room or cabin unless you request otherwise. Guided tours tend to have little to no on-tour documents as you are cycling with a guide.
If you are travelling, please contact the operator Golden Cycling Tours. for a faster and more accurate response. Contact information will be included in the travel brochure we email you before your departure. Of course, if you do not receive a satisfactory response, please contact us.
The process of getting a business visa or a tourist visa is generally the same. Most tourists get their visa through a Vietnamese Embassy or Consulate office in their country of residence or in their travels country before entering Vietnam.
For a tourist visa, you will need to submit:
1) Entry permit form (which can vary from one Vietnamese embassies or consulate abroad to another).
2) Two photos (usually 4cm x 6cm or 3 cm x 4 cm)
3) Your original passport
4) Visa fee
The form and the fee can vary by country, so please check directly the Vietnamese embassy or consulate to which you are applying.
A business visa usually also requires a letter of support from your sponsor agency or company in Vietnam. In person, the process usually takes 2-3 days, and by mail, the process usually takes 2-3 weeks, depending on the service you use, although times can vary considerably by embassy or consulate. If you are mailing, please note that you need to make arrangements to have your passport with visa returned to you.
This happens, although rarely. Some tours are subject to a minimum number of participants (but you'd be notified upfront with a provisional confirmation if your departure hasn't met the minimum number of participants when you book). If a tour cancels a tour due to an insufficient number of participants, or any other reason, you'll be refunded any payments you've made up to that time, or you may be able to apply those funds toward another tour. GoldenCyclingTours.com will refund your payment within 15 days of when we receive funds from the tour. Please note that most travel insurance generally doesn't cover cancellation by the Golden Cycling Tours Company except for 'cancel for any reason' policies.
We recommend travel insurance for your bike tour. Everyone's needs are different, but we suggest the following types of coverage:
Trip cancellation and interruption
Travel delay
Baggage delay
Financial default
Emergency evacuation
Depending on your health insurance coverage, you may also want to look at:
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
'Cancel for any reason' coverage
Please note that most travel insurance does not cover Golden Cycling Tours Company cancellation due to insufficient numbers of participants or other reasons unless it specifically offers and you purchase 'cancellation for any reason' coverage. We encourage that you purchase this coverage if you are on tours that have not reached their minimum number of participants at the time you book (this applies primarily to guided group tours).
We don't sell travel insurance, but we recommend you purchase it.
We purchase our personal travel insurance through TravelGuard, BaoViet but please feel free to shop around. Yonder lets you compare multiple companies' policies and prices.
Details on how to get to your hotel will be included in the tour documents we email you before your tour (approximately 2-3 weeks in advance of departure). If that information is missing, please let us know.
Most tour pages include a sample hotel list, under 'Hotels' on the ride side of the Program tab on each tour page. This list represents hotels booked 99% of the time.
In advance of your tour (generally 2-3 weeks prior to departure), we'll email you tour documents, including your hotel list and information on how to get to your starting town and hotel, Golden Cycling Tours operator contacts, packing tips, and other helpful information.
At the time of confirmation we will require a deposit within 10 days.
Your balance payment is due 90 days before your tour departure.
If your tour is confirmed within less than 100 days before tour departure, the due dates are as follows:
Booking from 100 to 45 days before your tour: Full payment must be received within 5 days of when your tour is confirmed. If payment is not received, your credit card will be charged plus 4% processing fee.
Booking within 45 days of your tour date: Your credit card will be pre-authorized for the full amount of your requested reservation plus a 4% processing fee, until your payment is received by us.
Booking within 21 days of your tour date: Your credit card will be pre-authorized for the full amount of your requested reservation plus a 4% processing fee. Once your reservation is confirmed, we will capture the pre-authorization (fully charge your card) and send confirmation and receipt.
As we offer you the same prices as the tour companies, we don't increase tour prices to offset credit card fees. The 4% fee is what the credit card company charges us. Many of the tour companies also charge credit card fees, and many banks charge a transfer fee for paying in a foreign currency (you pay us in US dollars).
Please note that you can avoid the credit card fee by paying by e-check, check, or wire transfer. If you pay by one of these methods, the credit card fee is not applied to your $200 per person deposit.
You may make your balance payment by wire transfer either in US dollars to our US account or in euros to our Euro account. Your confirmation email provides you with a personal payment link. Following that link will take you to a personal, secure payment portal with information on where to wire your balance payment.
More information can be found on our Payments page under 'Balance payments'.
Please note deposits are by credit card in US dollars only.
At this time, we do not offer a personal account feature; however, you will find a personal payment link in your confirmation email. Following this link will show you the amount due (based on a real-time exchange rate).
Please do not hesitate to contact us if you need additional help at any time.
Golden Cycling Tours companies will confirm , but please allow at least 3-4 business days for confirmation. In rare cases, it can take 5-7 days. We'll send our confirmation as soon as possible.
On the tour page, you can find the start and end locations of the tour noted on the Program tab in the 'Daily Program' section. General information on how to get to your start/end city is found in the 'How To Get There' section.
When a tour starts and ends in different locations, you're responsible for the logistics in between.
Most travelers fly in and out of the same city and take public transportation from the end city back to the start or vise versa. Trains, buses, and even ferries are all options to consider.
For tours with seasonal surcharges, dates are denoted for each season. The seasonal surcharge is determined by the date of the first day of the tour.
This means a particular surcharge applies even if only the first day of the tour falls in that season (and the remaining days of the tour fall into another season).
Golden Cycling Tours Company provide the tour route, a detailed route description, and maps. You navigate using these items.
At Golden Cycling Tours we have GPS files upon request (to be used on your personal GPS device) and a few offer devices with pre-loaded files for an additional fee. Please check the 'Included services' and 'Prices' details on the Dates & Prices tab of the individual tour page for this information.
You may wish to supplement the above items with your smart phone's navigation. Be sure to take care of any data needs before your trip to avoid additional fees.
Most our tours will encounter car traffic at some point. Generally, this occurs when entering or leaving towns at the beginning or end of each day.
It's important to note, though, that tour operators pick routes not only for historical significance, scenery, and proximity to attractions but also for safe and enjoyable cycling. If the tour ride on roads, they are often back-country or low traffic roads.
For further details, be sure to review the 'Surface and Terrain' information on the Program tab for individual tours.
Still concerned? Consider a tour that's primarily on bike paths!
Such detailed information is provided in the tour documents, which you will receive upon arrival at your first hotel.
The documents generally indicate where there is a town (or towns) along the route in which you can find a place to eat lunch. Some tour documents will even suggest specific restaurants. Alternatively, you can stop at a local grocer and pick up some goodies for a picnic lunch.
For dinner, you can expect to be in an accommodation/location with at least one option, if not many. We suggest asking the hotel staff for a recommendation on where to find delicious local fare!
This will vary greatly based on the tour, but here are some valuable details to keep in mind:
The average person, at a veryleisurely pace, cycles 8-10 mph.
This means that a 15 km day will have approximately 4.5 hours of cycling or less. This leaves plenty of time for exploring and sightseeing!
A majority of our tours are leisure (level 1) and Easy (2) tours. These tours have small to gradual or gentle elevation gains and often have average daily distances of 15 - 30 km or less.
Be sure to review the tour page for the exact details.
There are a couple of different answers to this question. Be sure to review them all.
Forself-guided tours,you will have maps and daily directions. You can use these at your discretion, meaning you are free to leave the route or travel another way if you desire. Your only constraint is to arrive at your destination's hotel each night.
For guided tours,you should stay with the group. This is especially true for bike and boat tours in which the boat has a schedule and it's possible it could leave without you. There are some bike and boat tours in which you can choose to do guided or self-guided - on those tours you do have an option.
Our tours are suitable for all ages and fitness levels, Although the majority of our customers are between 30-60 years old, we see more and more young people and families traveling each year. All tours are great fun regardless of age because everyone shares an appreciation for cycling and travel.
If you are considering traveling with friends or family of different ages, especially children, consider some of the points in our article on family-friendly bike touring.
No, anyone in reasonable shape with a good attitude is able to enjoy a bike tour.
Many of our tours cover about 20-40 km per day and are designed for travelers who enjoy a leisurely pace. When you read the tour descriptions, pay close attention to the 'Surface and terrain' details as well as the daily distances. We've also included rider levels for each tour to help guide you.
If you're concerned or it's your first tour, consider doing a tour rated Leisure (level 1) or Easy (2). Other options for consideration include booking a guided tour with a support vehicle, renting an e-bike, or selecting a bike and boat tour (where you can relax on the boat and skips a day's ride).
Tours rated Moderate, Advanced, Off Road, Challenging are much more enjoyable if you're an experienced cyclist or spend regular time in the saddle.
Both tour types will include accommodations, bikes (whether they're included or rentable) and luggage transfer.
On self-guided bike tours, you're provided with maps and directions, but you're free to cycle and schedule each day as you wish. They cost less than guided bicycle tours but still maintain a level of basic support and convenience.
On a guided group bike tour, you'll travel with a group and a guide for the duration of the tour. The guide provides local insight and a structured daily schedule.
It's important to consider your comfort level navigating a different culture and a foreign language, reading maps and signs, ordering food, and dealing with flats or other minor emergencies. Some travelers don't enjoy doing these experiences, but others find them the best part of an adventure.
Bicycle touring is the act of traveling via bicycle for a period of time through a location.
We believe there is no better way to see a new country or place than by bicycle. Here are a few reasons why we think touring is fantastic. And, in this article, previous company president Jim Johnson explains why he feels bicycle tours are the best way to experience a region or country and its people.
Typically, if you can take or check it on a plane, you can take it on a bike tour. So, generally, one bag under 50 kg plus one carry-on bag per person.
It can vary from tour to tour, so check the 'Included services' on the Dates & Prices tab of the individual tour for any restrictions.
For bike and boat tours, there is limited space onboard. Smaller, collapsible luggage is recommended.
It's generally possible! Self-guided tours are generally the most flexible, while guided and bike and boat tours generally cannot adjust their daily programs or overnight stops. You can also consider taking one our many day tours to supplement your itinerary.
Contact us and let us know how many nights you'd like for your tour, which tour you are interested in, and your preferred average daily distance, and we'd be delighted to get back to you with some options.
It's possible to adjust mileage on many tours. Self-guided tours are generally the most flexible, while guided and bike and boat tours generally cannot adjust their daily programs or overnight stops.
Contact us and let us know how many nights you'd like for your tour, which tour you are interested in, and your preferred average daily distance, and we'd be delighted to get back to you with some options.
It's possible to book extra nights in any overnight location along the route for most tours.
Self-guided tours are generally the most flexible, while guided and bike and boat tours generally cannot adjust their daily programs or overnight stops.
Contact us and let us know how many nights you'd like for your tour and which tour you are interested in. We'd be delighted to get back to you with some options. You can also consider taking one of our many day tours to supplement your itinerary.
It's almost always possible to add an extra night in the start or end location of your tour.
Check the 'Price' section on the Dates & Prices tab of the tour page to see if extra nights are an option. If so, simply include the extra night(s) in your booking request.
To add an extra night that's not on the tour route, we encourage you to book through Hotels.com. Or, if the idea of staying as a guest in a private home appeals to you
This varies from tour to tour. Please check under 'Included services' on the Dates & Prices tab on each tour page.
All the tours we represent include nightly accommodation along with breakfast the next morning. With very few exceptions, luggage transportation from hotel to hotel is also included in the price.
For some people, that's part of the joy of travel: making yourself understood in a foreign country using a combination of gestures, print or online dictionaries, or applications.
That said, English is widely spoken in many destinations, especially in Western Europe, though less widely in rural locations and parts of Eastern Europe.
Either way, don't let not speaking the language keep you from visiting a country. Try to learn a few basic expressions ('Hello', 'Thank you', 'Goodbye', 'Excuse me') and perhaps an advanced sentence or two ('Where is the bathroom?').
Download a language app. We really like Google Translate, which you can even use to scan a menu or sign and get an instant translation. You can speak to it in English and play a foreign translation to your new friend.
If this is still a big concern, consider a guided tour (the guide will speak English) or a bike and boat tour (where most boat staff will speak English).
We tend to recommend not booking optional dinner packages (often known as half-board or half-pension) since it often limits what you can order and when you can eat. You may also find an absolutely wonderful restaurant you want to try out as you explore the town.
However, you may wish to select the dinner plan if one or more of the following are true:
You're with a large party that wants to eat together
You prefer to have as much planned in advance as possible
The price is too good to pass up
You prefer to prepay as much as possible rather than pay as you go
Please note that dinners are already included on most guided tours and bike and boat programs.
We've created a typical day page on our site - split into guided tours and self-guided tours, that will help you visualize your big adventure on the bike. The tour you book might differ in the details, but this will give you a general idea of what to expect.
You can review a list of sample hotels on each tour page in the 'Hotels' section of the Program tab.
Tour operators tend to favor smaller, family-owned inns with more character and personal attention and stay away from chain hotels and larger lodging when possible. Many hotels cater specifically to bicyclists. You will stay in two-, three-, or four-star hotels or inns, and private bathrooms are a given.
Please be aware that many hotels are historic buildings and modern air conditioning is non-existent or limited.
The answer is generally 'yes'. If the tour offers multiple hotel categories, then it's possible (dependent on availability). Please note that not all tours offer different hotel category options.
It's also generally possible to upgrade hotels. This may not be an option for very busy times (no availability) or more rural or remote areas (when there is only one or very few options).
And lastly, this will affect the tour cost. There is no rule of thumb here and costs vary. Please inquire with a Tour Advisor for further details and be sure to let us know which tour you are interested in!
Breakfasts are generally buffets that take your active program into consideration. Self-guided tours often only include breakfast.
Lunch is generally on your own, although some guidedgroup tours decide to pool funds on some days and others enjoy picnics en route. Bike and boat tours often pack lunches in the morning for the day's ride.
Dinners are usually included with guided tours and bike and boat tours and dinner packages are sometimes an option on self-guided tours. Expect either a fixed menu or a few choices, often with multiple courses.
If you have any allergies, restrictions, or other dietary requests, please let us know at the time of booking.
Some tours offer a choice of hotel categories, as noted in their prices.
Category A is generally 3- and 4-star hotels located in a town center.
Category B is generally 2- and 3-star hotels that may lie outside of town.
Tour pages list sample hotels or describe the categories to give you an idea of the type of hotels you'll be booked in on the Program tab under 'Hotels'.
We may send a request to another customer like you but we do not know if they can pair you with another traveler. And if they cannot, you will be responsible for the single supplement.
*Please let us know which tour and which date you would like to join as we may not be able to find another solo traveler.
Generally, pairing is not possible on self-guided tours.
At the end of the tour, there's usually a final night's lodging included. You arrive by bike that day, enjoy a relaxed evening, and depart the next morning. Your package typically ends with breakfast on the last day. Generally, the bikes are left at the last hotel. It's often possible to stay extra nights to enjoy the area even more. In exceptional cases, tours include rides on the last day, and this would be noted in the Program tab.
Guided tours almost always include a support van to help you all or part of the way. Be sure to check the 'Included services' on the Dates & Prices tab for exact inclusions.
On self-guided tours, it's your responsibility to get from the start to end hotel each day, but you can get help. Make sure to keep the Golden Cycling Tours company's service number in case you need advice along the way. In many cases, trains, buses, or even ships may be an option on days when you don't feel like riding. Occasionally, and with enough notice, you may be able to hitch a ride in the luggage van.
Typically, luggage is picked up after breakfast and delivered by 4 p.m. This varies from tour to tour and depends on the number of travelers cycling on the route on a given day. Of course, road and traffic conditions may cause delays beyond the Golden Cycling Tours company's control.
Yes, the hotels generally have Wi-Fi (with the exception of more remote areas). However, don't expect the signal to be as strong or reliable as the one you have at home.
For most self-guided tours, the only meal included is breakfast. It's usually a buffet, meaning you can pick and choose what you would like to eat.
For guided tours and bike and boat tours, oftentimes meals are included. Please be sure to let us know when you book of any dietary requests so that we can be sure to inform the tour operator.
Please note the tour operator may charge an additional fee.
You usually travel along paved bicycle paths or lightly traveled back roads through the countryside or from village to village. Routes are selected for their charm and beauty as well as for their cultural and historical importance.
Especially in Southeast Asia countries, tours often switch to meadow and forest paths or side roads. During some stretches and entering and leaving cities, distances on roads with traffic are unavoidable.
Most programs start in the afternoon or evening of Day 1 upon arrival at your first hotel (or the boat). You don't usually ride that day; it's just a time to arrive and relax. Cycling often begins the next morning.
If you're on a guided tour, there's usually a group dinner the first night followed by an orientation. If you've opted for a dinner package, dinner the first evening is generally included.
Depending on when your overseas flight arrives, you may want to arrive in the start city a day earlier. You'll be more relaxed, and you'll have the chance to explore the city on your own.
In exceptional cases, tours include rides on the first day, but these are noted in the Program tab.
Nothing prepares you for a bike tour like 'time in the saddle'. Even if you excel at other sports and consider yourself a strong athlete, you owe it to yourself to get a lot of riding in before your tour - you use a lot of different muscles riding a bike. Also, when we're out on tours, we hear more people groaning about sore bums than sore muscles! Bottom line (sorry): ride more, and your butt will thank you later!
Each day, you leave your luggage in a secure area that the hotel designates. While you're off riding, the Golden Cycling Tours company will pick up your luggage and transport it to your next overnight hotel.
We have 4 riders level to assist you in picking the best tour:
Leisure
Involves cycling for up to two to four hours a day at easy pace and usually, between Half to one days in duration. The cycling distances is around 15 – 30 km per day. There are likely to be no steep and sustained descents as well as demand for technical riding. We will normally ride on flat roads. Suitable for bikers who enjoy occasional weekend riding on trails at home. Push bikes are sometimes used for these itineraries.
Easy
Involves cycling for up to four hours a day at steady pace and and are usually between Two to four days in duration. The cycling distances is around 30 – 40 km per day. There are likely Sometimes it can be long flat rides or medium ride with few up and downhill climbs. The support vehicle will not always be available. We will need a good level of fitness. We use either mountain bikes or road bikes for these itineraries.
Moderate & Advanced
Involves biking for up to six hours a day at a steady pace and are usually between five to seven days in duration. The cycling distance is about 40 – 60 km per day. Sometimes it can be long flat rides or medium ride with few up and downhill climbs. The support vehicle will not always be available. We will need a good level of fitness. We use either mountain bikes or road bikes for these itineraries.
Challenging & Offroad
Involves biking in mountainous areas with big climbs for up to seven or eight hours a day and usually more than a week in duration. Cycling distance is about 60 – 100 km per day. There will be steep and sustained ascents and descents. The support vehicle will not always be available. These trips will provide a real sustained workout even for fit and experienced mountain bikers.
Sometimes. Check the 'Bike Rentals' section on the Dates & Prices tab of each tour page. If a helmet isn't included, you may be able to rent one or purchase one.
Please note We strongly recommend you bring your own helmet for those reasons as well.
We can't tell you exactly, of course, but Weatherspark provides information on average and record temperatures for destinations around the globe.
Just type a location in the search box and hit enter to read about seasonal weather patterns. You can click on each of the charts for more detailed information.
Be sure to review the forecasts for your destination as your tour approaches so that you can be prepared for the weather during your tour.
More information is available on our Weather page!
Please check on the Dates & Prices tab under 'Included Services' to see if GPS tracks (files) are available. For the tracks, you will need to provide your own device.
A few tours offer GPS devices for rent, please check the Dates & Prices tab under 'Included Services' and/or 'Prices' to see if this is an option.
No, there is not a group. Self-guided tours often have many departures available, it's not possible to confirm if there are others cycling on the same schedule or to and from the same hotels.
Self-guided bike and boat tours are the exception, while the daily rides are self-guided you may choose to ride with your shipmates.
Sometimes. Road bikes are not available on numerous tours as they are not suitable for the terrain (think ancient cobblestone streets!), or they are not in the Golden Cycling Tours fleet of bicycles.
Most likely, no. On hotel based tours, 99% of the time bikes are left at the final accommodation for the Golden Cycling Tours to retrieve. The specific tour page will have a note under 'Bike rentals' on the Dates and Prices tab if this is not the case.
The bikes remain on the boat on bikeandboat tours.
Please check the details under 'Bike Rentals' and 'Dates and Prices' on the Dates & Prices tab to see if e-bikes are available. Only a few tours do not offer e-bikes.
Well, that depends. Seats vary from tour to tour and person to person.
Most tours we offer are rider Leisure,Easy,Moderate,Advanced,Off Road,Challenging. These tours will be on hybrid touring bikes, which have bigger, more comfortable seats.
If you're still concerned, we'd recommend:
1. Training up to your tour - nothing makes cycling more comfortable than being prepared.
2. Purchasing padded bike shorts, a gel seat cover, or both!
On hotel based tours, 99% of the time, bikes are left at the final accommodation for the Golden Cycling Tours to retrieve. The specific tour page will have a note under 'Bike rentals' on the Dates and Prices tab if this is not the case.
The bikes remain on the boat on bike and boat tours.
We strongly suggest wearing a helmet on all bike tours, and, for hygiene and safety reasons, wearing your own personal helmet.
That said, Golden Cycling Tours rent or sell helmets. Check the 'Bike Rentals' and 'Prices' details on the Dates and Prices tab on each tour page for additional details.
An alternative option is to purchase a helmet upon arrival from a local bike shop.
Here are some packing suggestions if you bring your helmet from home:
Pack it in your purse or backpack. If you have a bigger bag this works great. A helmet is a little bulky but generally doesn't weigh much. And it's a great place to store any delicate snacks while you're traveling.
Pack it in your suitcase. Again, it's lightweight, albeit a bit bulky. We suggest rolling up smaller items, like socks and undies and filling up your helmet. Try to take advantage of all the space!
On the majority of tours we represent, the bikes are upright, touring-style bikes with a cushioned seat. If you want to bring your own seat, be sure to let us know so we can pass this information on to the tour operator.
And don't forget to take it off the bike at the end of your tour!
On most tours, yes, the pedals can be exchanged for your personal pedals.
If you do bring your own pedals, please bring your shoes and also the necessary equipment to change the pedals. If you want to bring your own pedals, be sure to let us know so we can pass this information on to the tour operator.
And don't forget to take them off the bike at the end of your tour!
On hotel-based tours, the hotel will have either a garage area or a bike rack where you will store the bike overnight. When you check in, the hotel staff will direct you to this location.
On bike and boat tours, the boats are equipped with bike storage.
We've been asked this numerous times, and we understand why you're asking.
Unfortunately, no, you can't rent two bikes. This is due to there not being enough storage space (on bike and boat tours) or there being no way to transport an additional bicycle, since that's your method of transportation, from place to place.
Here are a few suggestions, as we want you to have a great time!
If you want a leisurely tour or are on the fence, go with the e-bike. It's a total game-changer, and you won't regret it.
If you want to be challenged, go for the hybrid/road/mountain bike. BUT - prepare and set yourself up for success. Here are some details on training for your tour. And DON'T wait until the last minute!
Consider a different tour. Perhaps this one tour is a little overwhelming, but you would love to do it! Let us know, maybe we can suggest a similar experience that suits you better.
Bicycle rentals are included in the price of some tours and are an additional fee on others.
When there's an additional cost, the bike rental fee will be listed on the tour page. Please review the 'Prices' on the Dates & Prices tab on the tour page.
We strongly recommend that you rent a bike as part of your tour package (which more than 99% of our clients do, most of them with great satisfaction).
Transporting a bike can be expensive and a hassle, especially if you have a bike box you need to have transported.
Equally important, if something goes wrong with the rental bike, the local tour company is responsible for fixing or replacing it. Don't risk missing days of your tour waiting for a replacement part!
On guided tours, the guide will make the necessary repairs.
On self-guided tours, you should be prepared to make basic repairs like fixing flats. If there's a difficult repair, you may have to call the Golden Cycling Tours emergency service number or go to a repair shop in the nearest town. Let the Golden Cycling Tours know, and you'll get reimbursed for repair costs. If necessary, you'll receive a new bike. Since many tours are in the countryside, you may wish to rent a cell phone or get your home cell phone activated for international travel.
This varies from tour to tour. We try to list specific information in the 'Bike rentals' section of each tour page on the Dates & Prices tab. The Golden Cycling Tours has selected the ideal bike for each tour's terrain, and we stick with their recommended bike types.
For most tours, handlebars are upright, pedals flat, and seats and tires wide. The wider tires are more forgiving on the occasional gravel or dirt surface and on cobblestone streets.
Electrically assisted bikes (e-bikes) are becoming more widely available, and are specifically mentioned in the tour listings.
Tandems, child trailers, and tag-alongs (also called slip-streamers or third wheels) are also sometimes available.
Golden Cycling Tours retire their entire fleets every two years to keep their bikes in top condition.
Electric bikes are the great 'equalizers'. If your partner is a strong cyclist, and you're not, the e-bike allows you still to ride together, faster and further. If you're afraid that you'll be the slowest cyclist in a group (rarely the case), the e-bike gives you the confidence to keep up. Or if you just want to take it easy on a more challenging tour, the e-bike comes to the rescue.
Electric-assisted bikes provide power on demand, responding to and complementing your pedaling speed and power. The harder you pedal, the more power the engine gives back.
Electric bikes aren't motorbikes or even mopeds. Instead, they provide power on demand, responding to and complementing your pedaling speed and power. The harder you pedal, the more power the engine gives back. Most e-bikes provide up to 150% of your own power with each pedal stroke. Most also have three settings - high/medium/low - and off. You should still prepare for your time in the saddle, but you'll have more reward for your efforts.
The cost varies based on factors like destination, trip length, and chosen activities. We'll collaborate with you to design a budget that fits your preferences.
No, we accommodate groups of all sizes, including solo travelers. However, some activities might have specific group size requirements, subject to availability.
If you've reviewed all the information about custom tours, asked any relevant questions, and explored our website but still haven’t found a tour that fits your preferences, the next step is to fill out our quick questionnaire to get started.
We understand that plans can change, so we allow minor adjustments even after the itinerary is finalized. Please note that major changes might incur additional costs and extend planning time.
Inquiring about a custom or private bike tour is free of charge. However, once the planning progresses to the stage of reserving dates, securing accommodations, and making reservations, a planning fee or deposit will be required, just as with any booking.
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