SpiceRoads Cycling
See the World Differently
They believe theres no better way to see the world than by bicycle. Because travel is about the journey and everything it encompasses, never just the destination. Experiencing the moment and place intensely, not chasing the next must-see sight. Discovering new things about the world, and yourself. Then returning home with experiences that remind you of what it means to be alive.
Since 1995 we've been sharing our passion for travelling by bicycle. Curating extraordinary cycle adventures in over 30 countries that give you the opportunity to get up close and personal with remarkable cultures, characters and landscapes in a way that no ordinary tour could.
They offer rides all over the world, on every type of terrain, for all ages and experience. From classic tours to epic cross country voyages, SpiceRoads adventures are for anyone who believes what they always have…
That nothing good ever happened inside a comfort zone. That immersing yourself in different cultures teaches you things you would never learn in a textbook. That you get out of life precisely what you put in. And that traveling isnt just about seeing the world, its about changing how you see it.
SpiceRoads has partnered with Sustainable Travel International to introduce a carbon footprint calculator on their website. You can also balance out your footprint by purchasing carbon offsets.
Biking Peru Andes to the Amazon
Tour Operator: SpiceRoads Cycling
Peru
11 days (Bike: 7 days)
380 km (~54km per day)
Leisure
Some hills
Guided
Supported
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US$ 4500
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A once-in-a lifetime Peruvian odyssey highlighting the very best of the Sacred Valley of the Incas with an exhilarating descent into the Amazon Rainforest!
Peru is a remarkably diverse country. One day you find yourself in the heartland of the Incas perched high in the Andean mountains, and the next you are surrounded by the dense jungle canopy of Amazon Rainforest. This mountain bike tour has been designed to capture this contrast at its most spectacular, utilizing a network of roads and trails that span the Sacred Valley of the Incas and parts of Manu National Park in the Amazon Basin. Included in the tour is a visit to Machu Picchu, simply a must-see when visiting Peru!
Starting in Cusco, one of the world’s highest altitude cities (3,300 m ASL) and the former capital of the Inca Empire, we ride north surrounded by towering peaks and scenic valleys where agricultural terraces cascade down the hillsides. We then rise to the Peruvian Altiplano before making a gradual yet epic descent to Manu National Park, experiencing a mesmerizing visual shift as we drop from the edge of the Andes to the cloud forest of the Amazon. We spend a day at a remote lodge in the jungle (only accessible by river boat!) before returning to the Sacred Valley of the Incas where we enjoy 3 days of blissful cycling to discover Incan ruins, colorful towns, indigenous villages, the picturesque Maras Salt Pans and oh so much more. On Day 9 we visit the “Lost City of the Incas” – Machu Picchu – and we’ll get there and back via one of the world’s most stunning train journeys. A hallmark of this tour is the frequency of exhilarating downhill blitzes, and we save some of the best for last when, on Day 10, we ride 1,500 m downhill from the Lares Valley into the town of Calca. The tour concludes back in Cusco.
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US$ 1350
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For cyclists that don't mind pushing their pedals, this tour is a perfect combination of seeing sites and having an authentic Thai experience. We cover quite a lot of ground, take in some of Thailand's major sites, but also visit some lesser known caves and waterfalls. Our days will be quite full and action packed!
Macedonia Mountain Bike Odyssey
Tour Operator: SpiceRoads Cycling
North Macedonia
19 days
Avid
Off-road
Guided
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US$ 1895
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This tour is a true mountain bike experience with routes and trails to challenge the determination and the legs of those that love riding dirt. The daily rewards for your efforts are majestic: views that stop the breath and remain as visual reminders of Macedonia's sublime beauty, other worldly mountain villages with charming architecture preserved from a time past, an array of flora and fauna endemic to these unique Balkan mountains, and fresh as dew, clear as crystal glacial lakes that dazzle the mind. Our route climbs through a series of Macedonia's gorgeous ranges and we scale several imposing mountains over the course of our riding. Completing our full program of climbs will see you travel more than 370 km in distance and ascend almost 10 vertical kilometres. Blissfully what goes up must come down, and do we! Climbing pains will soon be forgotten as exhilarating downhills twist and turn through Macedonian forests of pine, oak and beech.
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US$ 2400
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The River of Kings Ride through Thailand exposes you to the kingdom's ancient history and colorful culture. From Chiang Mai, the capital of north Thailand, we cycle through the Chao Phraya river valley where Thai civilization began and visit the ancient cities of Lampang, Sukhothai, Khampeng Phetand Ayutthaya. The route follows quiet back roads where you will be amazed at how little traffic is encountered. Cycling takes you off the beaten track to the lesser known towns of Pa Mok and Uthai Thani, where you will definitely find the "land of smiles." The scenery is ever changing as it starts in the mountainous north, then continues through the emerald paddy fields of the central rice belt and then to the rugged jungles of Kanchanaburi before arriving in the vibrant metropolis of Bangkok.
Mystical Bhutan
Tour Operator: SpiceRoads Cycling
Bhutan
15 days (Bike: 12 days)
755 km (~63km per day)
Avid
Hilly, Quiet roads, On-road
Guided
Supported
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Experience a truly exotic culture in a spectacular natural environment
This bike tour is true classic with Himalayan mountain passes, sweeping descents, magnificent views, clean air, and abundant culture and history in one of the most secluded countries in the world. The total distance is around 789 km in eleven full and two half days of riding. The riding varies between some easier shorter days and some challenging days due to the altitude and gradients involved.
Dragons, Dzongs, and the Himalayas – this tour through the otherworldly country of Bhutan offers adventurers the chance to experience a truly exotic culture in a spectacular natural environment. Visit medieval fortresses and monasteries, climb countless mountain passes, enjoy countless cruising descents, and camp in pristine nature. Uncover Bhutan's many surprises as you rise to the challenge of crossing this Himalayan country by bike.
Beginning in Paro, acquaint yourself with the local history with tours of some of the country's best museums and most well-preserved fortresses before heading out to see real Bhutanese life in a wild countryside. Steady your legs and push further and into higher elevations as you weave east through the country, up and over its peaks. Witness the national pastimes of archery and dancing in the many monasteries, and experience the mysticism of a deeply spiritual people and their ancient Buddhist traditions.
For those who love to climb, this is a tour with no flat sections, only uphill and downhill. One of our most hard-earned rides (daily climbing averages over 1,646 m), your legs and lungs will surely be strengthened at journey's end. But your heart will be warm and open from your encounters and experiences with the genuine and genuinely enlightened Bhutanese locals. The tour is primarily on paved roads with very little traffic. The road conditions will vary and some sections will be bumpy.
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฿ 1900
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What do we see? Our trip begins at the Golden Mount, have a top view of the old city and cycle down to Bangkok's main attractions. And when it's time for the sunset, we enter a peaceful park by the Chao Phraya to watch as the sun goes down over the Temple of Dawn, with the golden spires of the Grand Palace illuminated behind you. We continue to cycle trough the biggest amulet market at its closing time, and see more buildings that are in both Thai and European styles, including the iconic Wat Benchamabophit which is the temple of the "Five-Baht" coins.
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US$ 7500
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Cycle from the South China Sea to the Andaman Sea, passing through the best of what Vietnam, Laos and Thailand have to offer. From Hanoi you'll be riding through the tough mountains of northwest Vietnam, crossing into remote Laos, where there will be some longs days of riding. After a well deserved rest in Luang Prabang it's time to make your way to Thailand, where you'll first cycle through hill tribe trails and along scenic rivers before heading through central Thailand where you'll explore historic sites. After a rest day in Bangkok it's time to enjoy the sea breeze as you pedal along the Gulf of Thailand before crossing the Isthmus of Thailand and ending triumphantly in the resort island of Phuket.
Bike and Hike Wild Madagascar
Tour Operator: SpiceRoads Cycling
Madagascar
15 days (Bike: 9 days)
519 km (~58km per day)
Active
Off-road
Guided
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US$ 3450
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Dubbed the 'eighth continent', Madagascar is one of the very few places on earth where plants and animals have evolved in isolation. With a variety of flora and fauna endemic only to its territory, this fourth largest island in the world has been recognised as a biodiversity hotspot by Conservation International. Apart from its natural treasures, the island nation is also rich in culture with charming ethnic groups who have settled and made up the nation for more than two millennia.
This bike and hike tour takes you to appreciate the friendly Malagasy people along with their proud traditions before it's time to venture away from civilisation into the wilderness and marvel at the country's vast biodiversity. Spot unique plants and animals and explore stunning landscape with countless sharp cliffs and bizarre rock formations resulting from volcanic activities and wind. Get in the saddle and tackle dirt roads for an adventure and hike through the prairies and hills of Madagascar's massifs to discover a whole new world this country has hidden from the rest of the planet - truly an experience unlike any other.
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US$ 125
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An early departure by vehicle from Ho Chi Minh City takes us out of chaotic Saigon to the Cu Chi countryside where we begin cycling. Once on our bikes, we pedal through peaceful villages, fertile farmlands and quiet canals. We pay a visit to a pagoda to learn about Buddhism and spend time riding on backroads before we arrive at the Cu Chi, a complex of tunnels more than 250 km long and three levels deep. They played a vital role for the VC (Viet Cong troops) as communication and supply routes, hospitals, food and weapon caches and living quarters for numerous North Vietnamese fighters. The tunnel systems were of great importance to the Viet Cong in their resistance to American forces, and helped to counter the growing American military effort. While U.S. forces relied on artillery support from fixed 'Fire Bases' the VC would used their tunnel system to move around, making it difficult for U.S. troops to locate them. A section of the tunnels are a popular tourist attraction and visitors are invited to crawl around in the safer parts for a unique experience of what underground life in the war was like. There are also displays of the different types of booby traps that were used. After lunch we have a short transfer to our afternoon riding staring point. We cycle along the river, on flat dirt roads and enjoy the fresh countryside air. We end our cycling journey with a ferry across the Saigon river and then transfer you back to your hotel.
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US$ 1350
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Our Southern Laos tour is a sojourn along the Mekong River to the former colonial outpost of Champasak, the serene beauty of Si Phan Don and the rich fertile lands of the coffee growing Bolevan Plateau. From the natural attractions of amazing waterfalls to the rare Irrawaddy dolphins and to the cultural Khmer temples of Wat Phu, this tour explores the quiet back roads of South Laos.