Asia

Asia begs the imagination to stretch its limits. Imperial cities glitter with legacies of ancient dynasties. Lush landscapes boast dramatic contours said to have been shaped by the tails of dragons. A VBT Asia bike tour immerses you in some of the world’s most storied settings. From the banks of the Perfume River where sampans glide to the breathtaking sweep of Angkor Wat, the greatest natural and cultural treasures of Vietnam and Cambodia will enliven and lift your spirit.

A land of mystery and mystique, VBT’s Asia unfolds before you in all its lush, green magnificence. In Southeast Asia, it’s only by biking tour that you’ll bear intimate witness to the stirring beauty of a land shaped by water. From bamboo-laden banks along the Mekong River to tranquil rice paddy fields, our invigorating routes deliver you to verdant, mountain-ringed valleys where you’ll delight in the warmth and good will of locals.

Discover the rich biodiversity of the Mekong Delta, Vietnam’s bread basket, biking past mango trees and watery channels teeming with wildlife. Climb aboard a rickshaw to explore cities that blend ancient traditions and modern sensibilities. Reel through the centuries en route to ancient palaces and atmospheric Old Towns. Bike past colorful river-docked houseboats and vibrant floating markets. And marvel at the magic of water puppetry.

Halong Bay, a stunning UNESCO World Heritage Site, exudes a magic of its own, as you’ll experience when you explore its secrets aboard a traditional junk sailing vessel, wending your way through a spectacular seascape of towering limestone islands where fishing villages look much as they have for centuries.

In Cambodia, sprawling jungles and quiet rural enclaves envelope astonishing ruins that recall the brilliance of the Khmer Empire. Here, Angkor Wat, the “City of Temples,” stirs the soul, as you’ll experience as you wander among its endless stone-carved structures and ascend a hilltop for sunset views.

Throughout your VBT Asia bike tour, you’ll revel in elegant accommodations: an Angkor hotel blending French and Khmer architecture, and a boutique resort constructed of natural materials. As your VBT Trip Leaders introduce you to local cultures, you’ll dine on world-famous cuisine, with the freshest seafood and produce tempting your palate. From the grandest temples to the simplest pleasures, Asia will linger long in your memory