Grasshopper Adventures

Set off on a bicycle adventure from the historic and sacred town of Paro through one of Asia’s most intriguing, isolated, and visually stunning destinations: The Kingdom of Bhutan.

Discover the mysterious country of Bhutan by bike and take away memories of your week-long holiday that will last a lifetime. Landlocked and until recently hidden from the world, Bhutan now welcomes visitors who want to enjoy spectacular Himalayan vistas, clear air and colorful Buddhist temples in the land that invented Gross National Happiness. Bhutan limits its visitors in order to preserve its ancient culture, making it an authentic and ideal destination to explore!

This 7-day bike tour provides the easier and more manageable side of cycling in the Himalayas. There is one 16km pass to climb and one very long and thrilling descent to enjoy, as well as some flatter rides to even things out. As with every multi-day Grasshopper bike tour, our support vehicle is on hand at all times in case you need a lift uphill. Between rides we’ll enjoy the sights, cuisine and cultural attractions this enchanting country has to offer.

Highlights

• Explore the old town of Paro, known for its many sacred sites and idyllic surroundings.
• Conquer the Dochula Pass by bike with stunning mountain views as your reward before you ride down to the ‘Fertility Temple’.
• Cycle across a suspension footbridge above the Pho River before exploring ancient dzongs (fortresses).
• Trek to the sacred Tiger’s Nest Monastery set on a cliff for views out to the mist-covered mountains and thick forests.

The term 'Southern Thailand' evokes different images and ideas for different people, but for cyclists, it means enjoyable riding on well-made traffic-free roads along beautiful coastline. All fueled by some delicious Thai food. Enjoy all this and more on this self-guided cycling ride along the coast and finish by either kicking back on the beach in Koh Samui, Phangan or Tao, or if you are in a hurry, zip back to Bangkok on a short flight.

This is what cycling holidays were meant to be! This ride will take you along both the Gulf of Thailand to the islands on quiet back roads through the photogenic countryside and along sleepy shorelines. Along the way, using the audio guides and recommendations on our self-guided app as well as the language basics in order to connect with locals, you’ll have an immersive, independent experience. Sun, sand, sea and cycling - what better way to enjoy 7 days of bike touring?

358 Km/222 mi riding. This bike tour is predominately on rural back roads with the occasional dirt road and a brief unavoidable stretch on the highway. The route varies from flat terrain to gently undulating hills and is suitable for all cyclists who can cover the distances involved.

Highlights

• Pedal along the coast and then back roads through the countryside to the charming beach town of Pranburi.
• Visit the “monkey temple” of Prachuap Khiri Khan full of Langurs and stunning views of the bay and countryside.
• Bike to secluded Phaya Nakon Cave and its vast illuminated chamber
• Eat fresh crab on the beach in Hua Hin
• Learn about local aquamarine life with a stop at the Waghor Aquarium.

This unique cycle route will introduce you to the cultural, scenic and culinary tour de force that is coastal Vietnam. Starting from the historic city of Hue, you’ll begin your cycling adventure along the coast. Pedal to the Cau Hai Lagoon, onto Hoi An for a countryside exploration and visit to the My Son ruins or just some time to rest in this UNESCO favorite city. You’ll continue on to some lesser-known beach towns as you ride through seaside villages past bustling fishing ports and cruise the fertile coastal plains. With minimal traffic plus friendly and inquisitive locals at every turn, this is a ride to truly savor and enjoy. With the help of our app and navigation system, you’ll be able to craft your own adventure while following our recommendation. Maybe you’ll learn a few words of Vietnamese with our language guide so you can connect with locals! This will be a scenic and unforgettable cycling exploration of Vietnam’s coast.

Highlights

• Explore the colonial French architecture and the views from the Perfume River of Hue.
• The clear waters of the Cau Hai Lagoon framed by mountains will take your breath away.
• Pedal through the villages and rice paddies of rural Hoi An to the UNESCO listed ruins of My Son.
• Cycle through traditional fishing villages, then end the day on the paradise island of Tam Hai.

Enjoy a cycle touring adventure along the backroads of the Balinese countryside, soaking in the natural diversity and iconic landscapes of this paradisiacal island on two wheels. Hike and bike tour through lush tropical settings on carefully crafted routes designed to be achievable for all skill levels. Experience the charms of rural life and savor local specialties while gaining a comprehensive and immersive insight into Bali's culture and traditions.

Discover this wonderful part of the world on a bike tour that gives you a comprehensive and immersive insight into Bali’s culture, traditions, and natural diversity.
This week-long trip will let you explore three distinct sides of the Balinese landscape. Gently glide by tranquil rice paddies and quaint countryside villages before exploring Mt. Agung's volcanic slopes. Heading to the eastern coastline, traverse the black sandy beaches while admiring the rugged cliffs. Embrace all this natural diversity as you cycle tour along comfortable roads carefully picked for their gentle inclines and lack of obstacles.

Along the way, you’ll have plenty of opportunities to learn about local culture and traditions as you observe the roles spirituality and cuisine play in the daily routines of village life. Our expert guide will help unpack the various rituals and practices you’ll encounter, but you’ll also get to immerse yourself in village life with a stay at Kaura Camp resort, complete with activities that connect you with the surrounding community and celebrate Balinese crafts and farming techniques.

Highlights

• Embrace Balinese rural life cycling less touristy backroads.
• Experience immersive glamping in Manggis community
• Snorkel coral reefs and a sukken WWII American warship
• Learn about Balinese culture and tradecrafts through community-run projects
• Hike through plantations & lush tropical forest
• Absorb the serenity and spirituality at Bali's emblematic temples
• Unwind with a sundowner from your courtyard villa

En route, you'll enjoy coastal mountain views, sleepy indigenous villages, hot springs and plenty of mouthwatering Taiwanese cuisine. The cycling is superb, following well-maintained but quiet roads for most of the journey, with a healthy variety of flat and hilly terrain to keep each day's riding as interesting as the last. And there is even the opportunity to try your hand at some Stand Up Paddleboarding on the Donghe River's emerald waters.

From the northern capital Taipei to the beachside town of Kenting on the southern tip, this is our most comprehensive cycle tour of Taiwan and the perfect pick for any traveler who wants to maximize their adventure.

This classic route takes us from Taipei in the north of the island, all the way to the very southern tip at Kenting. The first day’s ride out through Taroko Gorge down to the Pacific Coast and into the majestic East Rift Valley is hard to beat, but is just the beginning! Riding quiet but amazingly well-maintained roads through idyllic tropical countryside we’ll pass through sleepy indigenous villages, pomelo orchards and endless rice paddies, punctuating our journey with delicious local meals.

At day's end, the island offers yet more surprises: whether marvelling at the sheer power of the Pacific, soaking away the stresses of life in one of the island’s numerous hot springs or just slurping down a hearty bowl of delicious noodles, Taiwan assaults your senses and leaves you hungry for more!

Highlights

• Cycle through dramatic Taroko Gorge on part of the famous King of the Mountain route.
• Ride the Rift Valley, an enchanting lost world of lush green rice paddies, tropical fruit farms, hot springs and tribal villages.
• Keep your eyes peeled for monkeys, deer, eagles and Formosan bears on a hike into the Central Mountain Range on the Walami Trail.
• Glide on a Stand Up Paddleboard along the emerald green waters of Donghe River Gorge.

A truly enjoyable way to journey between Saigon and Siem Reap is on river cruise combining both bike and boat. Start out with a walking tour of the lively city of Saigon before boarding the ship, then pedal along the Vietnamese end of the Mekong Delta, through friendly villages and colonial towns. At the end of each day of riding, board the ship, without the need to unpack, and relax on deck with a cold drink as the world of the Mekong goes by.

Once you’ve cruised into Cambodia, enjoy the change of scenery with a day of cycling around Phnom Penh’s Silk Island. Explore Cambodia’s capital city and learn about its history before flying to Siem Reap: the home of Angkor Wat. One of the highlights of this journey will be watching the colors of the day illuminate the sky over the spires of this famous temple and cycling around the grounds of the historical national park and UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Biking or hiking through the backroads and paths of Southeast Asia each morning, you will have the opportunity to meet local people, learn about their lives and traditions, and see first hand the agricultural miracle that is the Mekong Delta, while enjoying delicious local cuisine, and staying in comfort throughout the journey.

We specifically welcome non-cycling partners or friends on this trip and will have special activities planned for them each morning while the riders are cycling.

Highlights

• Take a walking food tour of the lively city of Saigon and sample favorites including local coffee, beer and chocolate.
• Cycle or wander the maze of canal paths and bridges of the fertile Mekong Delta
• Pedal the Silk Islands near Phnom Penh and visit traditional village industries.
• Wander your way through Phnom Penh with your expert guide in tow to learn more about Cambodian history.
• Gaze at a magnificent sunrise over the spires of Angkor Wat before exploring the park by bike and foot.

Shikoku, an island of quiet, winding roads, forested landscapes and dramatic seascapes - where Japanese culture and customs - past and present - coexist in a unique harmony. World-renowned for its 88 temple pilgrimage the island is fast emerging as one of Asia’s most unique and inspiring cycling destinations.

Starting from the Shimanami Kaido, a series of bridges with incredible views over the islands of the Seto Sea, we cycle inland to the bustling town of Matsuyama, a chance to study and sample the craft of Sake making. Though a large island, Shikoku’s efficient and comfortable train system allows us to skip busy sections of road and cycle the very best bits. In the mountain village of Yusuhara, the works of internationally acclaimed architect Kengo Kuma, will inspire you as well as a morning session in the studio of Japan’s preeminent authority on the ancient craft of Washi paper.

Cycling on towards the Pacific coast along some of the most stunning routes imaginable. We’ll traverse thickly forested valleys and over the mountains of the interior, spending two nights in an onsen retreat set on a headland, with dramatic views of the coast while kayaking on sheltered coves and bays. And finally, Kohci, our week-long immersion on Shikoku concludes in Shikoku’s second largest city, exploring its vibrant food scene in open air-markets at the foot of the city’s dramatic hilltop Castle.

This is a ride for those who do not feel the need to tick off boxes on their travels. While we’ll visit several of the historic Pilgrimage sites, the design of the tour offers the opportunity to enjoy some of the very best riding in all of Asia and to see places that have not been altered in any way to cater for tourists. Our Stunning Shikoku cycle tour will leave you with an indelible perspective of Japan, one we are certain you’ll never forget.

Highlights

• Pedal the world-famous Shimanami Kaido route across the Seto Sea
• Explore sacred temples along Shikoku’s historic 88 temple pilgrimage
• Create traditional washi paper in Yusuhara with world-renowned artist
• Experience Japanese hospitality in small, traditional inns and natural spring retreats
• Enjoy the efficiency of Japan’s train system including the Shinkansen bullet train!
• Savor the taste of Sake from one of Japan’s highly rated producers

Journey from Bangkok to the beach on a relaxing river cruise and bike exploration that combines multi-activity touring and a leisurely cruise on the River Kwai, with a beach getaway. A fun itinerary is also provided for non-riding partners, family or friends of cyclists. Pedal, cruise and kayak your way past rural farmland and the Thai-Burma Railway, ending up on the undiscovered paradise island of Koh Yao.

This tour departs from Bangkok, one of the most popular gateways to Southeast Asia and a fascinating place to explore in its own right. We won't linger here long though, taking straight to the road for Kanchanaburi, a town in western Thailand that was the subject of one of the most audacious and ultimately tragic Japanese initiatives of World War II.

Not only will our cycling exploration provide us with scenic vistas and cultural sites, but it will allow for historical immersion as well. We’ll pedal down a mix of sealed and unsealed roads, over a suspension bridge, to historic sites such as Hellfire Pass aptly named for the difficulty of conditions endured by the laborers who built it, and take a ride on a section of the original Thai-Burma Railway. Non-cyclists will enjoy taking in these sites as well, in addition to a mix of activities while the riders are out on the bikes.

Our tour rounds up on the idyllic surroundings of Koh Yao, complete with a blissful stay on an island resort, and cycling exploration of the island as well as other water and land activities like kayaking, snorkeling and secluded island hopping. Discover the history and culture of Thailand, combined with physical exploration and a relaxing beach vacation on this seven-day multi-activity tour.

Highlights

• Cycle the 13th century Muang Sing ruins before returning to the ship for a relaxing river cruise with great views.
• Pedal back roads around Koh Yao for an exploration of tropical life and sparkling beaches.
• Spend a day in paradise, kayaking in the clear waters of Koh Yao or taking a walk through the jungle.

This India river cruise is ideal for cyclists with non-cycling partners or friends who want to join, as there are daily activities tailored for both. After a day of exploring on bikes or on foot, you'll meet back up to cruise in comfort along one of India's major waterways.

Welcome to Assam in the northeast of India for the latest bike and boat adventure of the Brahmaputra River.

The Brahmaputra, one of the world’s most storied rivers, flows through the northeasternmost area of India before turning south to the sea. Sourced in Tibet, the Indian stretch of river we cycle along takes us past national parks, wildlife sanctuaries, countless temples and typical riverside villages where the locals will be as enchanted by us as we are by them.

Join us as we launch this spectacular bike & barge journey along the Brahmaputra, featuring a mixture of tribal, mythological, cultural and nature-filled cycling adventures guaranteed to thrill you at every turn. Non-cycling guests will also enjoy the full experience with plenty of off-boat activities, such as guided walking tours, along with visits to all the cultural and historic sites on our route. Immerse yourself fully in Northeastern India with this epic journey by bike and boat along with land and river.

Highlights

• Cycle Majuli Island for a great representation of local culture, then watch a religious dance show.
• Take in the sights from the boat deck as you see another side of India from the Brahmaputra.
• Safari through the Pobitora Wildlife Sanctuary to catch a glimpse of rhinos, elephants, birds and wild buffalo.
• See the Kamakhya Temple and Guwahati’s other sights on a walking tour.

Take an 8-day guided adventure in paradise. Not only does this trip to Sri Lanka include some of the most beautiful bike touring in South Asia, but it also includes great hikes through national parks, a jeep safari with the chance to see leopards, luxurious lodgings, mouthwatering food and a cultural experience like no other.

Sri Lanka, a small island with a big heart, is well known for its highland tea plantations that we will spend time riding through. We also take in the city of Kandy with its sacred Buddha tooth relic and pleasant climate. Pedal by Yala National Park where we often see animal and birdlife and spend some time on the southern coast with its crashing surf, relaxed pace of life and historic Portuguese forts.

This is the perfect bike tour to see some of the best of Sri Lanka in just over a week. You'll get a taste of the highlights & hidden treasures and be blown away by the diversity this small island nation boasts.

Highlights

• Explore Horton Plains National Park and take a walk to World’s End for dramatic mountain views.
• Take a tea plantation and factory tour to learn about this interesting process
• A jeep safari through Yala National Park reveals elephants, leopards, wild boar, buffalo, and monkeys.
• Ride amazing, almost traffic-free roads, through stunning vistas of hills covered in tea plantations
• Enjoy scenic train transfers with postcard views on the highland rail network
• Discover the rich history of Galle's historic coastal fort on a walking tour