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.

Kanchanaburi is Thailand's third largest province lying 130-kilometres west and a comfortable 2-hour drive from Bangkok. The Province is rich in rainforest, lakes, rivers and wildlife, as well as ethnic minority people, and makes for some scenic as well as challenging biking.

Held in September every year, the Goroka Show is famous for its dazzling array of singing groups, showcasing some of the many cultures of Papua New Guinea

The Indonesian island of Sulawesi is ideal for adventurous cyclists: this is for riders who want the physical challenge of tropical mountains, who are looking for cultural adventure in a traditional Asian society off the beaten track, and who view the unpredictability of travel in a developing country as something to be expected and enjoyed.