Cycling Tours in Thailand: Adventure and Eco-Friendly Travel

Thailand offers some of the most scenic and exciting cycling tours in Southeast Asia. Whether you want to explore bustling cities, lush jungles, or coastal landscapes, cycling provides an eco-friendly way to experience culture, food, and adventure. Here’s a guide to the best bike tours in Thailand and neighboring countries.

Co van Kessel (Bangkok and Chiang Mai)

Led by co-founder, Chanmanee Phonphakdee (Nong), Co van Kessel offers many options for bike riders to explore Bangkok and Chiang Mai. Combinations including canal boats, bikes and songthaews make their adventures well loved by local expats and tourists.¹

Velo Thailand (Bangkok and Hua Hin)

From historical cycling tours to cycling the coast from Bangkok to Samui, Velo Thailand has a lot of interesting options. They also have tours in Sam Roi Yod and Pala-U waterfall in Hua Hin. ²

Thailand Biking (Bangkok, Ayutthaya and Chiang Mai)

Established in early 2004 by Andre Breuer, Thailand Biking operates from Bangkok with additional branches in Ayutthaya and Chiang Mai. The company runs personalised small-group tours that allow plenty of time for exploration, photography, and authentic local experiences. ³

Spice Roads (Thailand and neighbouring countries)

Based in Bangkok, SpiceRoads provides both road cycling and mountain bike tours across Thailand and neighboring countries. Perfect for travelers who enjoy active adventures, discovering new cultures, tasting local cuisine, and connecting with like-minded explorers. From 4 days to 2 weeks, with differing levels of difficulty, SpiceRoads offers at least 5 monthly tours for strong cyclists.⁴

Mountain Biking and Kayaking Chiang Mai

Catering to beginners and experienced mountain bikers alike, Mountain Biking and Kayaking Chiang Mai offers guided jungle trails, downhill rides on Doi Suthep, and scenic river kayaking. The company is especially known for its popular downhill mountain biking tours and consistently high Trip Advisor ratings.⁵

Bike Tours Thailand (Phuket)

Founded by Phuket local, Piti Panganiban, Bike Tours Thailand provides eco-friendly cycling experiences in Phuket for small groups. Their tours combine sightseeing, outdoor activity, and sustainable travel practices, making them a great choice for visitors seeking a green adventure in Phuket. ⁶

Sukhothai Bicycle Tours

Founded by Jib and Miaow, a husband and wife team based in Sukhothai, Sukhothai Bicyle Tour is a family run business who have a passion for sharing the beauty of Sukhothai. Best of all, they also have tandem bikes, bikes for children and trailer bikes, fully catering for families.⁷

Cycling Sukhothai

Cycling Sukhothai run by locals, offer cultural and educational cycling tours around Sukhothai. Their adventures take riders deep into the Thai countryside, following farm tracks and rural trails that zig-zag alongside canals and rice fields, while passing authentic villages and local temples along the way. ⁸

Chiang Mai Bicycle Tours

Chiang Mai Bicycle Tours specializes in guided bike tours around Chiang Mai. They provide personalized experiences for travelers who want to combine adventure with cultural discovery. Want to explore by yourself, they also offer bikes for hire.⁹

Let’s Ride (Chiang Mai)

If you’re looking for e-bikes rather than traditional mountain bikes or bicycles, then Let’s ride E-Mountain Bike Tours operates from Chiang Mai and offers flexible riding adventures ranging from one to ten days.¹⁰

Other Cycling Tour Options in Thailand

There are so many great bicycle tour companies, we couldn’t cover them all, so here is a list of additional options for your great bike adventure.

Pair cycling with our Eco Accommodations and you are on your way to a totally Eco Holiday.

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