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1. Cycle Southern Cambodia, Cambodia
 
Discover the charms of this beautiful country by bicycle at a pace that is perfectly suited for exploring.

Sample delightful seafood delicacies at the charming seaside towns of Kep and Sihanoukville. Relax on Cambodia's palm-lined sandy white beaches and swim or snorkel in crystal clear waters while visiting nearby deserted islands. Explore beau...more deatils »

 
2. Flores by Mountain Bike: Exploration Trip, Indonesia
 
Join us on our first exploratory mountain bike ride through the dramatic, volcano-strewn (14 active) island of Flores in Eastern Indonesia!

This is a trip we have wanted to do for a long time - ever since Chris visited in the late 90's and was awed by the rugged beauty of the island and the fascinating peoples who have largely been left behin...more deatils »

 
3. Cycle Northern Laos, Laos
 
This trip takes you from the effervescent modernity of Chiang Mai to the tranquil, beautiful time-capsule of Luang Prabang. Traveling along near deserted roads amongst lush mountainous scenery in areas untouched by modern developments and commercialism.

From the walled city of Chiang Mai, the trip will take you north to Chiang Rai and the Golden ...more deatils »

 
4. Cycle Southern Laos, Laos
 
From the Southern Lowlands of Pakse to the former colonial outpost of Champasak, the tranquil presence of Si Phan Don and the lush coffee plantations of Bolevan Plateau.

From spectacular waterfalls to the charming Irrawaddy dolphins. You will discover all that the Land of a Million Elephants has to offer. Cycling along serene country roads an...more deatils »

 
5. Bangkok to Angkor Wat, Multicountry
 
After driving to the foot hills of the Cardamon mountains, we spend a night in Thailand before crossing the border into Cambodia. Once across the sleepy border we ride into the Khmer heartland to explore rural Cambodia. Discover the fading colonial outpost of Battambang and journey by boat across the Tonle Sap (Great Lake), which is the beating hea...more deatils »
 
6. Bangkok to Saigon Cycle Challenge, Multicountry
 
CHARITY FUNDRAISING CYCLE CHALLENGE FOR UNDERPRIVILEGED CHILDREN IN THAILAND, CAMBODIA & VIETNAM

A real challenge - over 1,000kms in 16 days for the children of South East Asia.

Bangkok to Saigon"...the toughest vacation you'll ever love!" exclaimed one of the 2004 participants. Over the 16 days you will travel through 3 contrasting countri...more deatils »

 
7. Challenge of the 9 Dragons, Multicountry
 
CHARITY FUNDRAISING CYCLE CHALLENGE FOR UNDERPRIVILEGED CHILDREN IN SOUTHERN VIETNAM AND CAMBODIA

The Nine Dragons (Cuu Long) is the name given to the nine "tails" or distributaries of the mighty Mekong River that flow through the verdant, watery world of the Mekong Delta in Southern Vietnam. The first of these to break away fr...more deatils »

 
8. Discover the Northwest Vietnam by Bike, Multicountry
 
This trip takes you from the picturesque serenity of quiet Hanoi through the scenic valley of Son La, where you can meet Thai, Muong and Hmong tribes.

The next day you are led through the brooding mountain countryside to the valley of Dien Bien Phu, the site of the historic defeat of the French colonialists by the Vietminh. The rest of the trip ...more deatils »

 
9. Hanoi to Luang Prabang Exploratory bike ride, Multicountry
 
CHARITY FUNDRAISING CYCLE CHALLENGE IN SUPPORT OF WILDLIFE CONSERVATION IN VIETNAM AND LAOS

To celebrate the long-awaited opening of the Dien Bien Phu border pass between North Vietnam and Northern Laos, Symbiosis Director, Chris Gow, is planning to make an exploratory bike ride from Hanoi to the beautiful World Heritage former capital of Lua...more deatils »

 
10. Saigon to Bangkok by Bike and Boat, Multicountry
 
This tour takes in three of South East Asia's most diverse and fascinating countries. Commencing in Saigon we head into Vietnam's rice bowl and the Mekong Delta. This fascinating area is flat and lush and is quite unlike anywhere else in Vietnam and with it mix of Khmer and Vietnamese people make this a diverse and interesting region to explore. <...more deatils »
 
11. Best of the Visayas by Bike, Philippines
 
The Central Philippines is made up of the archipelago of tropical islands called the Visayas, including Leyte (Imelda's home province), Cebu and Bohol.

Our 12 day cycling odyssey explores these three larger islands plus a number of smaller ones too, including Siquijor, fabled for the magical powers believed to be possessed by some of her re...more deatils »

 
12. Chiang Mai to Bangkok by Bike, Thailand
 
From the mountains and jungles of the North to the temple-filled plains of Central Thailand, cycling across these regions provides you with unforgettable scenic and cultural experiences. The famous Thai smile, quiet roads and the world's best cuisine - this is a bike ride that will lead you to the heart of Thailand.

Our adventure takes us from th...more deatils »

 
13. Cycle Northern Thailand, Thailand
 
Cycle through tribal lands and explore the infamous Golden Triangle...

Mountain biking offers a unique method of experience all Northen Thailand has to offer. From bohemian Chiang Mai the trip takes you to hilly areas, inhabited by indigenous tribes. Further north to Chiang Dao the trip visitsTha Ton, Doi Mae Salong, <...more deatils »

 
14. Cycle Southern Thailand, Thailand
 
Cycle along beaches, through rainforests, exploring rubber plantations, and spotting gibbons...

This Cycle Southern Thailand trip offer the full range of tropical landscapes from the country's famous beaches to dense rainforests. The versatility of mountain bikes are essential to make this the best way to experience Southern Thailand.

The lit...more deatils »

 
15. Cycling River Kwai to the Gulf of Thailand, Thailand
 
Kanchanaburi is Thailand's third largest province lying 130-kilometres west and a comfortable 2-hour drive from Bangkok and offers some excellent off road biking that offers some great views as well as some challenging biking.

Kanchanaburi is famous as the site of the world-famous Bridge Over The River Kwai, immortalized in...more deatils »

 
16. Sukhothai to Chiang Mai by bike, Thailand
 
The peaceful and tolerant nature of the Thai people is legendary in South East Asia where they are regarded as humble, hospitable and easy going. Combined with 13th century history, fantastic scenery and great, but not too difficult cycling, in areas where few tourists go, you have all the ingredients of a truly great discovery bike ride.

We star...more deatils »

 
17. Cycle Central Coast of Vietnam, Vietnam
 
The intriguing Central Coast Adventure is packed with cultural points of interest and scenic rides. From the historic monuments of Hoi An and Hue to the relaxing beaches of Whale Island, this adventure is a delight for everyone wishing to explore the heart of Vietnam.

The starting point for this adventure is the old capital of the Ngu Yen Dynasty...more deatils »

 
18. Cycle Mekong Delta - 4 Days, Vietnam
 
Cycling in the Mekong Delta lets you see a part of Vietnam that is quite unique. This area is known as the "rice basket" of Vietnam and boasts flat and lush scenery, quite unlike anything else you will see in Vietnam. The rich soil makes the Mekong Delta a fruitful production area for rice coconut, sugar cane, all manner of fruits and vegetables.more deatils »
 
19. Cycle North West Vietnam, Vietnam
 
This is the ultimate mountain ride, a cycle-journey through Southeast Asia's most spectacular mountain range. Starting in Hanoi, take the train to the scenic hill-station of Sapa, a village built by the French in a valley almost exclusively inhabited by tribal Montagnards. Discover the amazing mountain trails around Fansipan, Indochina's highest pe...more deatils »
 
20. Daravuth, Vietnam
 
Join the throng of bicycles, cyclos, buffalo and cow carts in rural Vietnam, intermingling with local people at grass roots level.. the only way to truly feel this remarkable country.

Our route will focus on the coastal area between the old Nguyen dynasty capital, Hu'e9, and the popular beach resort of Nha Trang - an area highly representative of...more deatils »

 
21. Saffron Saigon to Hanoi, Vietnam
 
The Saffron version of our Saigon to Hanoi trip combines luxurious accommodation and a sprinkling of activity, to make this the ultimate way to experience Vietnam.

Ho Chi Minh and the start of our tour is a great introduction to Vietnam as its vibrancy cannot help but make you want to get out and explore. The next few days are a contrast in exper...more deatils »

 
22. Saigon to Hanoi by Bike, Vietnam
 
Our newly researched route discovers the "real Vietnam" and hardly touches Highway One.

This epic cycle trip covers the entire length of Vietnam. It is the ultimate journey of discovery all the way from modern Ho Chi Minh City, or Saigon as it is still known by the locals, to the serene northern capital of Hanoi.

Along the way we pause ...more deatils »

 
23. Southern Vietnam Explorer, Vietnam
 
On this journey we will set out to discover the essential essence of Southern Vietnamese life - so tropically different in style and history from that of the north.

Starting in Danang, once the site of a major American air base , our first stop will be the idyllic, tranquil riverside fishing village of Hoi An where we can gently acclimatise and s...more deatils »

 
24. The Trails of Dalat (MTB), Vietnam
 
This is a real treat for mountain bikers this trip has it all, technical sections, hill climbing, single track, breathtaking views of field's forests and mountains. The Trails of Dalat tour is a scenic journey through the jewel of the central highlands. The trip starts in the north of the city and takes us is over Victory Lake into some forest sing...more deatils »
 
25. Vietnam Explorer, Vietnam
 
Off limits to Westerners till relatively recently, Vietnam is the South East Asia that Elvis knew. Today, travel there is taking off and Saigon in the south is a boom city, busting with traffic and business. Travel to Vietnam is well worth the long haul and for seekers of the exotic, an assault on the senses by it's very differences, then Vietnam h...more deatils »
 

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