I love backpacking southeast asia and have written extensively about it. Discover the best asia ocean cruises with telegraph travel asia ocean cruise. Our cycling tours are obviously pretty focussed on the ride, little outoftheway stops are great for mixing things up and giving the legs a rest. The roads here have everything a biker can ask for. The best museums in southeast asia national museum bangkok, thailand.
Backpacking in south east asia is, for many, a once in a lifetime opportunity, so when you set out on your first trip, you want to do it right. The recommended reading in this section is not to be missed as are the planning books by mark elliot. Feb 21, 2018 southeast asia is an inexpensive region to travel by western standards. Travel on countless routes lasting from 3 days up to 27 days, and with 148 south east asia bicycle tours listed youre sure to find one for you. Jul 01, 2014 southeast asia is a firm favourite on the longhaul travel trail, thanks to its unrivalled range of amazing experiences and unforgettable sights from the northern hills of thailand to the dragons of komodo, frenetic manila to laidback vientiane, the sands of ko samui to balinese temples and the ruins of angkor. Typically all you need for southeast asia is just a 40l backpack and some. Best of southeast asia travel blog complete asean guide. The must read books before travelling south east asia. Its got a warm climate, friendly people and cheap living. How to prepare for longdistance cycling in southeast asia. We have been pioneering cycling tours throughout asia since the mid 90s. With a fleet of hundreds of bikes across all our destinations along with expert cycling guides who know all the best routes, as well as mechanics and dedicated support vehicles, nobody does biking across asia like we do.
My top 3 motorbike tours in southeast asia escapology travel. The backpackers guide to southeast asia ebook everything you need to know if. Nov 28, 2014 the best books to read for traveling in asia. I am just one girl and these are my opinions, but this is a piece of paper i wish someone had handed to me when i hit the ground in hanoi on day 1 of my trip southeast asia backpacking trip destination itinerary route list. Every morning, monks walk the streets around their temple not just to receive their daily food, but also to.
Southeast asia serves up everything youd wish for in a cycling adventure abroad. The regions most scenic spots can be explored on two wheels. Find the best cycling tours in south east asia with tourradar. Please consult with the operator directly for the recent price. Information on bike touring routes, camping, food, costs and dangers. This is the norm with most savvy travellers in these parts. See the region as youve never seen it before from the seat of a bicycle. Find the top 100 most popular items in amazon books best sellers. Best for backpacking through southeast asia 274 books. This is the engaging story of an intrepid unsupported cycling trip in southeast asia.
Youve decided on your dream trip and now youre wondering whats the best southeast asia travel route to take. To cruise between towering limestone cliffs in halong bay, stand in awe before angkor wat, revel in bustling bangkok or wander between crumbling temples in burma is the fulfilment of a lifelong dream. In any case, a wide smile is the best form of communication no matter where you travel. You probably want to avoid rookie mistakes which could put a bit of a downer on your trip and give you any unpleasant problems dramas. Southeast asia is a group of diverse countries between the indian ocean and the pacific ocean, featuring indigenous cultures influenced by indian, chinese and. A guide to cycling around southeast asia tda global cycling. Jul 21, 2019 backpacking south east asia is an incredible experience and we should all try it, at least once. The best backpacking apps for traveling southeast asia. My husband and i are looking for a cycling trekking adventure tour taking off in the next week or so midmarch 2018. A trip north along the canal road, past the 700 years stadium, takes you to huay. Best places to go on a cycling holiday in southeast asia cna. Some places are more expensive than others though e.
And for the more offthebeatenpath destinations, its also worth considering an indochina tour. Of course, these are not all the countries in southeast asia but this is the main cluster that most people aim for. A guide to cycling around southeast asia tda global cycling the magical and mysterious region of southeast asia has in recent times become a mecca for international travellers, including an ever growing number of long distance cycletourists. Countries are myanmarburma, laos, vietnam, thailand, cambodia, singapore, and kuala lumpur. Spiceroads cycling bicycle tours throughout asia, southeast asia. We also follow food tourism, local immersion, and unique and authentic cultural experiences.
Dec 23, 2014 my top 3 motorbike tours in southeast asia posted by philipp dukatz on december 23, 2014 as you know by now, since my yearlong trip across southeast asia i am a huge fan and advocate of traveling and exploring by motorbike. In a shifting and uncertain world, safe travels magazine offers information and advice for people who want to know more before they travel. Life is about the journey, not the destination and that couldnt be more true than on a cycling holiday in south east asia. For centuries, the sangha, or monkhood, has lived off the donations of food and money from the community. When i first visited south east asia last october during a trip to indonesia, i felt overwhelmed, for it looked and felt completely different from anywhere else i had been before. South east asia backpacking 101 quick diy itinerary guide. Southeast asia is a great region for new travelers because its easy to travel around, its safe, and there are lots of other travelers around. The worlds leading travel guide publisher lonely planet central asia is your passport to the most relevant, uptodate advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. For travel in southeast asia we generally use air asia for flights and agoda for hotel bookings. The stunning mountains, sparkling coastlines, misty valleys, ancient historic sites, some of the worlds best foods and the peoples unsurpassed hospitality keep us coming back for more. Dec 30, 2016 wherever the destination is, there is an art to traveling this part of the world and here are 5 tips and tricks to help you master the art of backpacking southeast asia. Best history, true stories and novels from thailand, cambodia, laos, vietnam and myanmar burma. Southeast asia is one of our favorite places for a motorcycle tour.
Epic motorcycle routes in southeast asia that you shouldn. Due to seasonality, and taxes prices of the tour are subject to change without due notice. So, if youre looking for a motorbike adventure in this area, check out the 4 best roads. Countrybycountry guide to cycling in south east asia. Cna lifestyle takes a look at the top cyclic routes close to home, from. Epic motorcycle routes in southeast asia that you shouldnt miss tom rogers september 19, 2016 travel inspiration this article may contain affiliate compensated links. Have a look at these travel budgets for southeast asia. Your southeast asia holiday with wendy wu tours southeast asia is home to amazing sights and wonders of the world. How to find and use cheap transport to travel southeast asia.
Cycling exo travel distinctive tailored tours of asia. Discover the best southeast asia travel guides in best sellers. Lp is also one of the countrys ecotourism centres and its nearby waterfalls, mountain bike trails, and serene landscapes will ensure your stay. Though im a big travelfish fan too, ive got to say that lonely planets southeast asia on a shoestring is fabulous for inspiration pretrip planning. From the ethereal beauty of sapas hilltribe country in the tonkinese alps on the chinese border, to the viet cong tunnels in the south of vietnam, this tale will captivate you. Gear up for an energising and rewarding cycling tour that takes in the best of southeast asia. Discover the best asian travel guides in best sellers. My southeast asia travel route x 2 southeast asia is a backpacker mecca and the most prominent route sees people travelling through vietnam, cambodia, laos, thailand, malaysia, indonesia, myanmar, the philippines and singapore. Ive been visiting this region since 2004 and spent years living in thailand. Tales of solo female travel in southeast asia is a memoir i wrote during the first year that i traveled alone in. Explore south east asia over 27 days on this speedy but comprehensive adventure. Travel the coast from hue to nha trang by bike, bus, and boat. The land of majestic views, awesome beaches and unimaginable adventures.
How to prepare for longdistance cycling in southeast. Any one of the fiction books recommended is an excellent read and great background to life in asia. Coffee and karaoke in southeast asia s secret corner. Spiceroads cycling is a thailandbased operator of cycling tours and holidays throughout asia, europe and africa. She created the first print magazine for backpackers in asia. Asia is a big one, so only a selected few guides are listed. From prehistory to recent events, this museum the former palace of the brother of king rama i answers many questions about thai history and culture through the ages. However, its such a huge, heavy book that its more of a burden than a boon when youre on the road plus it includes a bunch of countries most people skip. Please note the tour price reflected on the brochure is subject to change. Southeast asia is one of the worlds most popular cycle touring destinations. Extras indybest books travel books 8 best books on southeast asia. Cycling is the ultimate way get off the beaten track.