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This eight-day eBike ride follows Thailand's Gulf Coast from Bangkok to Koh Samui, where sea wind, salt air and the easy hush of flat coastal roads set a gentle rhythm from start to finish. After a morning visit to the Wat Yai Suwannaram temple, riders head for Chao Samran Beach and the Royal Project aquaculture areas, then cross the salt farming region and the Cha Am crab market to reach Hua Hin and its lively night market.

The route continues into Khao Sam Roi Yot National Park to explore its limestone caves and karst hills, before following the coastline past towering swiftlet condominiums to the beachfront village of Ban Krut. From there, riders roll along the Ban Krut and Don Samran beaches and through Ao Sayam National Park, passing shrimp farms and tidal basins, with many days close enough to the sea for a swim along the way.

The longest ride follows the Royal Road across the Kra Isthmus on a dedicated bike path, taking in the Red Cliffs of Sai Thong and the Grand Sand Dune Park before arriving in Chumphon. A ferry then carries the group across to Koh Samui for a free beach day and a farewell dinner. Nights are spent in boutique beachside resorts with traditional Thai touches, with bilingual guides, a support van and seafood dinners by the water throughout.

Highlights:

• Wat Yai Suwannaram temple and Chao Samran Beach
• Salt flats, the Cha Am crab market and Hua Hin's night market
• Limestone caves and karst hills of Khao Sam Roi Yot National Park
• Swiftlet condominiums and beaches around Ban Krut
• Royal Road bike path across the Kra Isthmus, the Red Cliffs of Sai Thong and the Grand Sand Dune Park
• Ferry to Koh Samui for a free beach day and farewell dinner

Surface and terrain:
Flat coastal roads throughout, including a dedicated bike path along the Royal Road across the Kra Isthmus. Daily distances 30-74 km across 6 riding days.

Weather: Best season is December to May, with warm days in the upper 20s to low 30s C tempered by sea breezes.

Suitable for:
Newer or casual riders wanting an easy, flat eBike journey along the coast, with beaches, seafood and swims along the way. Pre-tour conditioning of roughly three cumulative hours in the saddle is suggested.

Western Wyoming is often known for its famous national parks, but the landscapes beyond them reveal a quieter and equally compelling side of the state. This six-day tour crosses open ranchlands, small towns and wide western valleys, offering a deeper look at the rhythms of life in the American West. From Jackson Hole, riders shuttle to the historic Hatchet Resort before setting out the next morning to ascend Togwotee Pass, cycling on to Brooks Lake and into the cowboy town of Dubois, home to the National Bighorn Sheep Center.

From Dubois, the route follows the Wind River through small ranching towns before reaching Lander, a hub for outdoor recreation in the shadow of the Wind River Range. The next day brings a step back in time through the historic ghost towns of Atlantic City and South Pass City, followed by a long downhill run into Farson, where a stop at the famous Farson Mercantile for ice cream is a tour tradition. The final riding day takes in sweeping views over Fremont Lake and the Green River Valley near Pinedale, before a shuttle back into Jackson for a farewell dinner.

Overnights are spent in a mix of historic hotels and remote lodges, including Twin Pines Lodge and Cabins, the Inn at Lander, Chambers House Bed & Breakfast and the Antler Inn in Jackson. Evenings bring classic American fare in mountain-town restaurants and lodge dining rooms, with trout dishes, barbecue, steaks, burgers and local beef often taking centre stage, all supported throughout by expert local guides and a dedicated support vehicle.

Highlights

• Togwotee Pass and Brooks Lake
• Dubois's Western heritage and Bighorn Sheep Center
• Wind River Valley cycling into Lander
• Historic ghost towns of Atlantic City and South Pass City
• Farson Mercantile's famous ice cream and views from Pinedale over Fremont Lake and the Green River Valley

Surface and terrain:
Riding is on paved highways, some with shoulders, with generally light traffic. The route passes through open country, sagebrush hills, ranch country and river valleys, with "small climbs rather than long sustained mountain ascents." The more significant climbs, near Togwotee Pass and South Pass, are partially shuttled. Daily distances range from 38 to 74 miles (61-119 km).

Likely weather:
Fall in Wyoming is typically cool, clear and well suited to riding. Mornings can be chilly enough for tights and arm warmers, though many days warm up enough for short sleeves by lunchtime. Layering is recommended.

Suitable for:
Riders comfortable with a "moderate" difficulty tour, covering varying terrain and some climbing, without extreme technical demands.

Twelve days of island cycling unfold across French Polynesia's Society Islands, from Mo'orea's lush bays to the cultural heart of Ra'iatea and the lagoon light of Bora Bora, at a pace that matches island life itself. After a first day exploring Papeete's market and waterfront, riders take the ferry to Mo'orea for a bike fitting and a gentle warm-up ride around Cook's Bay, followed by a full island loop past historic Marae Titiroa and the Belvedere Overlook.

A short ride back to the ferry returns riders to Papeete for dinner at the Roulettes food trucks, before a ferry carries them on to Huahine to visit ancient marae and stone fish traps, then a free day on Huahine-Iti for the beach and optional water activities. The route continues to Ra'iatea with a gentle spin from Uturoa, a ride north along quiet roads and coral-sand edges to Opoa Bay, and a free day with the option of a vanilla farm visit or a 24-mile ridge ride.

The final stretch rides back toward Uturoa via the sacred Marae Taputapuatea before a ferry delivers riders to Bora Bora, the "Pearl of the Pacific," for an easy island loop with lagoon views. Riders stay ashore throughout in handpicked boutique lodges, including overwater bungalows on Bora Bora, travelling by local ferries for a grounded, local perspective rather than basing the trip on a cruise ship.

Highlights:

• Cook's Bay bike fitting and Mo'orea island loop past Marae Titiroa and the Belvedere Overlook
• Ancient marae and stone fish traps on Huahine, plus a free beach day on Huahine-Iti
• Quiet coral-sand roads on Ra'iatea, with an optional vanilla farm visit or ridge ride
• The sacred Marae Taputapuatea en route to the ferry crossing to Bora Bora
• Easy lagoon-view loop of Bora Bora, staying in overwater bungalows
• Local ferry travel between four islands rather than a cruise-ship base

Surface and terrain:
Main routes are paved and mostly coastal, flat with occasional short climbs over volcanic ridges, plus one moderate optional ridge climb on Ra'iatea. Side trips may use coral sand or smaller local roads. Daily distances 7-36 miles (11-59 km) across 8 riding days.

Weather:
Warm and tropical with intense sun, tempered by shade, ocean breezes and early starts. Season runs March to November.

Suitable for:
Riders wanting a longer, relaxed island-hopping trip across four islands, with short-to-moderate daily distances, ferry crossings and free days, rather than a high-mileage cycling challenge.

Nine days of cycling link Kyoto's temple lanes to the wild edge of the Sea of Japan, tracing cedar hills, thatched villages, fishing ports and pine-covered sandbars along the way. After a first day settling in at the historic Seikoro Ryokan, riders take an easy city spin past the Silver Pavilion, Shimogamo Shrine and the Philosopher's Path, before heading into the northern hills to follow the emerald Katsura River through yuzu groves to a renovated thatched farmhouse in Miyama.

The route then climbs the quiet Gonami Pass and descends the Minami River valley into the historic port town of Obama, followed by a day along the Wakasa Bay shoreline with an optional fish market visit and a detour through the Mt Aoba foothills. Riders continue along the Yura River valley past the mythic Amanoiwato gorge to Amanohashidate, staying in a 300-year-old registered ryokan.

The final riding days cross the pine-covered Amanohashidate sandbar and follow the Tango Peninsula coast past the Ine funaya boathouses and Tateiwa sea rock, continuing on to Kumihama Bay before finishing at the hot spring town of Kinosaki Onsen. Overnights throughout are spent in charming boutique ryokans and minshuku, with dinners of regional specialties and hearty breakfasts, supported by bilingual local guides and a support van for luggage and lifts.

Highlights:

• Kyoto's Silver Pavilion, Shimogamo Shrine and the Philosopher's Path
• Thatched farmhouse stay in Miyama and the climb over Gonami Pass
• Wakasa Bay shoreline, with an optional fish market visit
• Amanoiwato gorge and a 300-year-old registered ryokan at Amanohashidate
• Amanohashidate sandbar crossing and the Ine funaya boathouses on the Tango Peninsula
• Finish with hot spring bathing at Kinosaki Onsen

Surface and terrain:
Paved throughout, though some rural lanes are older and patched in places. Roads are largely bypassed by modern highways, so traffic is generally light. A couple of longer climbs feature, usually at 4-7% grades, including the Gonami Pass. Daily distances 13.5-70 km across 7 riding days.

Weather:
Scheduled in spring and fall for the best weather: warm days, cool nights and less rain than the hotter, more humid summer. Season runs April to November.

Suitable for:
Riders comfortable with a few longer climbs at moderate grades, wanting a culturally immersive "leisurely" tour through rural Japan and traditional ryokan stays rather than a high-mileage challenge.

This 10-day tour rides out from Anchorage into Alaska's wild interior, following gentle railway-grade roads that rarely climb steeper than two percent. Riders pass through poplar and aspen forests along the Parks Highway and into Denali State Park, with expansive views of the Alaska Range and Denali itself. A free day in Denali Village allows time to explore Denali National Park before the route heads south along the remote, partly unpaved Denali Highway and the historic Richardson and Glenn Highways.

Each riding day ends with a stop at a local craft brewery, and overnights are spent in a mix of historic hotels and remote roadhouse-style lodges, including Gakona Lodge and Sheep Mountain Lodge. The route also passes through quirky towns such as Talkeetna and Palmer, with wildlife sightings possible along the highways, before returning to Anchorage via Independence Mine.

Highlights:

• Sweeping views of Denali and the Alaska Range while riding through Denali State Park
• A free day to explore Denali National Park
• Craft beer tastings at a local brewery at the end of each riding day
• Historic roadhouses and remote lodges, including Gakona Lodge and Sheep Mountain Lodge
• Quirky Alaskan towns en route, including Talkeetna and Palmer, plus wildlife-spotting opportunities along the highways
• Wildlife sightings possible along the highways (especially spring and fall) but not guaranteed

Surface and terrain:
Riding is mostly on paved highways in good condition with wide shoulders (Parks, Richardson and Glenn Highways). The Denali Highway on Day 6 starts paved and transitions to a well-maintained dirt surface. Terrain is rolling throughout, following gentle grades originally built for the region's railways, so long climbs rarely exceed two percent. Daily distances range from 20 to 75 miles (35-120 km).

Likely weather:
Interior Alaska weather is changeable: daytime temperatures range from crisp to surprisingly warm, cold Arctic fronts can arrive at almost any time, and wetter systems can move in from the Gulf of Alaska. Mornings and evenings can dip near or below freezing. A day or two of rain is likely during most tours. Layering, including a rain jacket, is recommended. Daylight lasts roughly 16-22 hours depending on departure dates. Season runs May to September.

Suitable for:
Moderately fit cyclists comfortable with daily rides of 43-75 miles (69-120 km) and remote, lodge-based touring. Well suited to wildlife watchers and craft beer enthusiasts wanting an active but not extreme itinerary.

This 15-day expedition follows the historic Alaska Highway, built in 1942 as a military supply route, from Mile Zero in Dawson Creek, British Columbia, to Fairbanks, Alaska. After a mandatory Mile Zero photo, riders cross hilly BC terrain past the original Kiskatinaw Bridge and over Summit Lake, the highest point on the original highway, continuing through Fort Nelson, Toad River and Muncho Lake Provincial Park.

The route then eases into the mountainous Yukon interior, taking in Liard Hot Springs, Watson Lake's Sign Post Forest and the turquoise glacial waters of Kluane Lake beneath the St Elias Mountains, before crossing into Alaska via the Tetlin Wildlife Refuge and a celebratory finish at historic Milepost 1422.

Overnights are spent in a mix of frontier lodges and small-town hotels, with local guides drawing on more than two decades of experience on this route, plus stops for local craft beer along the way.

Highlights:

• Mandatory Mile Zero photo in Dawson Creek and the original Kiskatinaw Bridge
• Summit Lake, the highest point on the original Alaska Highway
• Muncho Lake Provincial Park and a soak at Liard Hot Springs
• Watson Lake's Sign Post Forest and the turquoise waters of Kluane Lake beneath the St Elias Mountains
• Tetlin Wildlife Refuge and a celebratory finish at historic Milepost 1422
• Wildlife (moose, bald eagles, wood bison, black bears) is often seen along the highway, especially in spring and fall, though sightings are never guaranteed

Surface and terrain:
The Alaska Highway is paved throughout and well suited to road bikes, with wide shoulders and long sightlines. Terrain progresses from hilly in British Columbia to mountainous through the Yukon, easing to smaller hills closer to Alaska. Grades are described as gentle and shaped by the highway's natural contours, with gradual rather than steep ascents. Daily distances range from 35-66 miles (56-106 km).

Likely weather:
Daytime temperatures range from crisp to surprisingly warm, and cold fronts can drop down from the Arctic at almost any time, with mornings and evenings sometimes dipping near or below freezing. There is always a chance of rain, though it is often just a day or two of wet weather. Daylight lasts roughly 16-22 hours depending on departure dates, with only a short stretch of true darkness. Layering is recommended, including wicking base layers, a fleece or light jacket, a rain jacket, and cycling tights or rain pants for wet days.

Suitable for:
Moderately fit cyclists comfortable with daily rides of 35-66 miles (56-106 km) over hilly to mountainous terrain, and remote, lodge-based touring on quiet frontier roads with rare traffic. The tour is not vegetarian friendly, as some remote lodges have limited menus focused on meat and fish; strict vegan diets are difficult to accommodate.

This eight-day eBike ride links Bangkok and Chiang Mai through Thailand's historic heartland, where broad rice fields, canal country, old kingdoms and market towns unfold on roads so level and easy that the pace never needs to rush. A morning shuttle from Bangkok leads to the 100-year-old Sam Chuk market and its wooden shophouses, before riders follow canals and khlongs to Uthai Thani and a restored former private school turned boutique hotel.

The route then crosses rice paddies and tapioca farms to the karst peaks of Khao Nor and Khao Keaw, where monkey troops gather and an evening bat exodus pours from the caves. Riders join the Mae Ping River to reach Kamphaeng Phet, a vassal kingdom from 700 years ago, with dinner at a long-standing night market eatery, before exploring its forest park temple ruins, a marble carving area and, in season, sugar palm candy making on the way to Sukhothai.

A free day in Sukhothai allows time for an optional guided eBike tour of the Historical Park, the National Museum or simply the pool. The final rides pass rice paddies and forests to the ornate teak temples of Wat Phiphat Mongkhon, then climb gently through the hills past Thoen and Li before a shuttle to Chiang Mai for a farewell riverside dinner and a night in the Old City. Bilingual guides, a support van, spare eBike batteries and family-style Thai meals accompany the group throughout.

Highlights: Farewell riverside dinner and a night in Chiang Mai's Old City

Surface and terrain:
Well-paved, quiet rural roads, often with wide shoulders. Terrain is flat for most of the tour, becoming rolling with some climbs on the final riding day into the hills near Thoen. Daily distances 65-75 km across 6 riding days, plus an optional 20 km on the free day.

Weather:
Best season is October to February, with warm days in the upper 20s to low 30s C and cooler nights. Mornings and evenings in the hills can feel crisp.

Suitable for:
Riders wanting an easy-paced, eBike-assisted journey through Thailand's historic heartland, comfortable with moderate daily distances on flat roads and keen on ancient ruins, markets and rural Thai life.

Southern Thailand Coast to Coast crosses the Thai peninsula from Surat Thani on the Gulf of Thailand to Krabi on the Andaman Sea, riding quiet two-lane roads through dramatic karst limestone country, rubber and palm plantations, and working villages. Over five cycling days covering roughly 323 km, the route builds from flat farmland riding to a boat transfer and floating resort stay on Chiew Larn Lake, where a rest day is spent kayaking to Crystal Cave.

Riding resumes past a wildlife sanctuary and temples, then continues to the community-tourism village of Laem Sak before finishing among more karst scenery at Ao Nang Beach. Accommodation is a handpicked run of boutique Thai stays, including the floating lake resort, with meals showcasing bold southern Thai flavours throughout. Local guides and a support van run the whole way, making this a moderate-difficulty tour built around cultural immersion as much as scenery.

Highlights:

• Ride through dramatic karst limestone country between Surat Thani and Krabi
• Overnight in floating rooms on Chiew Larn Lake and explore Crystal Cave by kayak
• Pass through rubber, palm oil and pineapple plantations and traditional southern villages
• Visit temples (Wat Singh, Wat Rat Uppatham) and a wildlife sanctuary
• Experience community tourism at Laem Sak, including a soft-shell crab nursery and orchid restoration, before finishing at Ao Nang Beach

Surface and terrain:
Riding is entirely on quiet, sealed two-lane rural roads. Terrain is mostly flat to gently rolling, with small hills on two of the five cycling days (through farmland/plantation country and near the wildlife sanctuary). e-bikes are available as an upgrade for riders who want extra assistance on the hillier days.

Likely weather:
Warm tropical riding conditions, upper 20s–low 30s°C

Suitable for:
Riders of moderate fitness comfortable with daily distances of 56–70 km on quiet roads, more interested in cultural and scenic immersion than a high-mileage challenge.

Nine days of cycling link Onomichi to Takamatsu across the island bridges of the Shimanami Kaido, threading the Seto Inland Sea's castle towns, hot springs, sacred mountains and pilgrimage culture along the way. After a first day exploring Onomichi's temple path and harbour, riders cross the Shimanami Kaido's elegant suspension bridges to Omishima and Setoda, visiting Kosanji Temple and a seasonal farm before overnighting in an island ryokan known for its Setouchi seafood.

The route continues over the Kurushima Kaikyo bridges to the Murakami Kaizoku Museum and Oyama Shrine's samurai armour collection, then on to Matsuyama Castle, one of Japan's best-preserved castle towns, and the historic bathing lanes of Dogo Onsen, one of the country's oldest hot springs. A ride into the mountains brings riders to Ishizuchi Shrine and its pilgrimage traditions, followed by a short sightseeing spin to Kanonji Temple, Takaya Shrine and a sunset walk at Chichibugahama Beach.

The final days visit Kotohira Shrine (Konpira-san) for a hands-on Sanuki udon-making class and the historic Kanamaruza Kabuki theatre, before a morning temple ritual at Zentsuji and a stroll through the celebrated Ritsurin Garden en route to Takamatsu. Overnights range from a zero-energy Kengo Kuma-designed hotel to a restored village house and simple temple lodging within Zentsuji's grounds, with bilingual guides and a support van throughout.

Highlights:

• Shimanami Kaido island bridges from Onomichi to Omishima and Setoda
• Matsuyama Castle and the historic bathing lanes of Dogo Onsen
• Ishizuchi Shrine's mountain pilgrimage traditions
• Kotohira Shrine (Konpira-san), a hands-on Sanuki udon-making class and the Kanamaruza Kabuki theatre
• Zentsuji temple ritual and the celebrated Ritsurin Garden
• Overnights in a Kengo Kuma-designed hotel, a restored village house and temple lodging

Surface and terrain:
Paved throughout, though some rural lanes are older and patched in places. Roads are largely bypassed by modern highways, so traffic is generally light. Route includes island suspension bridges, coastal roads and inland climbs at moderate 4-7% grades. Daily distances 15-60 km across 7 riding days.

Weather:
Scheduled in spring and fall for warm days, cool nights and less rain; fall departures start after typhoon season eases. Season runs March to November.

Suitable for:
Riders wanting a culturally immersive "moderate" tour mixing island bridges, hot springs and pilgrimage sites, comfortable with occasional climbs, rather than a high-mileage challenge.

Seven days of cycling reveal the full scale of Hawaiʻi Island, from lava-lined coasts and plantation towns to rainforest roads and active volcano landscapes. Starting and finishing in Kailua Kona, riders warm up along the Ironman World Championship course before visiting Puʻukohala National Historic Park and Lapakahi State Historical Park, taking in views of the King Kamehameha statue and Pololū Valley on the way into the historic town of Hawi.

A scenic, non-cycling drive along Kohala Mountain Road leads back to the bikes in Waimea, from where riders descend the historic Old Mamalahoa Highway past the Waipio Valley overlook, staying at a 1930s sugar plantation home. The route then follows the Hamakua Coast through former plantation villages to Hilo, with a stop for smoothies along the way and free time to explore the town.

Day five swaps bikes for boots, walking through the lava tubes of Kaumana Caves before a picnic and hike in Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park along the Halemaʻumaʻu Trail. A thrilling downhill return to Kona follows, crossing the Kaʻū Desert and macadamia groves, with a stop to see sea turtles at Punaluʻu Beach and a visit to Mark Twain's famous Monkey Pod tree.

Overnights are spent in a mix of boutique lodges, inns and resorts, including the Royal Kona Resort, Kohala Village Inn and Kilauea Lodge near Volcano Village, with meals ranging from loco moco and kalbi ribs to fresh ahi poke and coconut-crusted mahi mahi.

Highlights:

• Ironman World Championship course and historic Hawi village
• Pololū Valley and Waipio Valley overlooks
• Old Mamalahoa Highway and Hamakua Coast plantation villages
• Kaumana Caves lava tubes and a hike in Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park
• Sea turtle viewing at Punaluʻu Beach and Mark Twain's Monkey Pod tree

Surface and terrain:
Paved highways, some with shoulders, generally light traffic. Route crosses open country, sagebrush hills, ranch country and river valleys, with small climbs rather than long sustained ascents. The bigger climbs near Togwotee Pass and South Pass are partially shuttled. Daily distances 38-74 miles (61-119 km).

Weather:
Fall in Wyoming is typically cool, clear and well suited to riding. Mornings can be chilly enough for tights and arm warmers, though many days warm up enough for short sleeves by lunchtime. Layering is recommended.

Suitable for:
Riders comfortable with a "moderate" difficulty tour, covering varying terrain and some climbing, without extreme technical demands.