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1: We’re one of the best. No, really. 3: We go off the beaten path.

We’ve been doing active tours for more than 30 With decades of experience under our belts, we
years. We’ve led hundreds of trips, received know how to find the road less traveled. We love
thousands of thank yous, and been ranked to explore and improvise — should you
as one of the top adventure travel stumble onto a side road you just can’t
experiences by National Geographic — resist, chances are we’ll want to take it,
twice. too.

We welcome all travelers, from We continually draw on the expertise of
energetic beginners to elite-level local cyclists, guides, and restauranteurs
enthusiasts, and offer tours suitable for all to uncover hidden cultural gems and
levels. Whether you want to cycle along the create the most unique, memorable routes
Great Alaska Highway or explore a real-life Shangri- possible. Not everyone can find the calcite crystal
La, rest assured: we know exactly where to go and caves of Mae Hong Son Province or the 1,000 year-
the perfect way to get there. old Buddha images in Wat Tham Tab Tao — but we
can.
2: We love cycling!
4: We hire expert local guides.
Bike touring isn’t just our business, it’s our passion.
Our infectious enthusiasm and love of adventure Nearly every one of our guides is local to the region
have set us apart in the travel industry for nearly they tour. Unlike foreign guides that get flown in
three decades. Our spirit is what our guests by international companies, our guides treat
remember us by, and it’s why they you to local delights they themselves
recommend us to their friends. treasure. In Bhutan, Tashi takes his
guests to visit his grandmother’s farm in
Pedalers trips include plenty of mileage the country. In Thailand, Yai takes her
to keep things challenging, but we guests to her favourite local escape — a
always find the time to go off-book and secret hot spring nestled in the
discover new treasures. From the first mountains, known only to the small tribal
day to the last, you’ll find yourself village that lives nearby.
enthralled by spectacular sites and attractions,
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of our warm, personable team.

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On a Pedalers tour, you’ll soon discover that your tours. Almost everything on our trips — dishware,
guide isn’t just a navigator — they’re a direct line water, energy use — is conserved, recycled, or
into the culture, cuisine, and spirit of the land otherwise sustainably disposed of, without
you’ve chosen to explore. compromising your comfort or pleasure.

5: We stay in delightful inns & 8: We camp comfortably.
resorts.
Who says camping has to mean
Pedalers relies on a carefully vetted “roughing it?” On our Alaskan summer
network of beautiful, full-service tours, you can indulge in hot showers
accommodations to round out every and crack open some cold micro-brew
tour. We choose local, independently- as soon as you roll into camp. Our
owned establishments in prime locations, guests relax and chat the evening away
steering away from forgettable franchises while we whip up our signature “practically-
and over-the-top luxury resorts. gourmet” camping dinner menu.

Our overnight stays strike a rare balance between Peppercorn-crusted smoked Alaskan salmon. Rich
cultural authenticity and modern luxury. Whether fettucine alfredo. Pan-seared herb-marinated pork
we stop near the ruins of an ancient city or in a chops basted with wine. Grilled-to-order buffalo
tranquil Buddhist paradise, you can still expect burgers with garlic-herbed potato salad. Espresso-
ensuite bathrooms, hot showers, friendly, helpful glazed halibut. What can we say? No matter where
staff, and unforgettable food. Which brings us to we are, we eat to ride, and we ride to eat.
No. 6 . . . .
9: We offer superb support.
6: We eat unforgettable food.
No one should feel uncomfortable or
After a day’s ride, there are few things overwhelmed on a bike tour, even if it’s
more gratifying than an evening of food, their first. We ensure the comfort and
drink, and great conversation. After all, a safety of every guest with a roomy, air-
meal isn’t just for fueling up: it’s a way to conditioned sagwagon, local,
immerse yourself in the everyday preprogrammed cellphones, and
delights of other cultures. knowledgeable drivers with a sixth sense

Don’t expect vouchers for the hotel dining room for finding delicious roadside treats.
on a Pedalers tour. When dinner time rolls around,
our guides lead the way to local restaurants for an To make sure everyone rides at their own level, we
evening of true culinary adventure. Gathered employ a special “leap-frog” support technique:
around a table with the rest of your tour group, Rather than use the sagwagon to pick people up
you’ll feast every night on the best regional dishes once they’re tired, we use it to shuttle beginners
in town. ahead of the pack. This way, novice cyclists get a
head start, seasoned cyclists can ride hard to catch
7: We travel responsibly. up, and everyone finishes on the bike, together —
the best way to end a long day’s ride.
We perfected the art of low-impact, culturally
sensitive travel long before “ecotourism” 10: Did we mention
got its name. We do it because it’s what we have fun!
we’ve always believed in, not because
it’s the latest travel trend.

Before the start of every tour, we’ll teach
you how to maintain a non-intrusive
presence on the road and how to interact
respectfully with the locals. You’ll notice we also
strive to minimize the ecological footprint of our

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Hawaii Island Dreams Thailand Land and Sea

Our Island Dreams tour leads you away from Explore the Andaman Coast by land and sea
the resort chains and tourist traps to on this multi-sport bicycle adventure, which
experience the Big Island’s true natural beauty include sun-kissed sea-kayaking trips every few
and indigenous charms. On this 8-day tour days and a two-night stay in a floating hotel.
you’ll bike smooth country and coastal roads Surrounded by the dramatic vistas of karst
through shady coffee farms and macadamia limestone cliffs and outcroppings at every turn,
plantations. You’ll get close to wild sea turtles you’ll cycle past lush mangrove forests and
basking on the black sand beaches of Punalu’u. over bright beaches, feasting on spectacularly
You’ll even get the chance to see real molten fresh seafood as you go. By kayak, we’ll guide
lava ooze across the land at Hawaii Volcanoes you to the coast’s looming limestone canyons,
National Park — and this is just the beginning. exploring its mysterious coves and caves along
 8 days, cycle, from $3450 the way.
 10 days, cycle kayak, from $3150
Bali Paradise Ride

Emerald rice paddies, sapphire lakes, and black-
sand beaches — our 9-day tour of Bali is truly a
trip through paradise. We start in Ubud, the
heart of Bali’s world-famous art scene, then
leave civilization behind in search of 1,000-year-
old Hindu temples, active calderas, and
traditional Balinese villages. You’ll relax by the
ocean nearly every night as we cycle along the
Eastern and Northern coast of the island, then
spend the last leg of the trip exploring Bali’s
towering volcanoes, pristine, shrine-dotted
lakes, and lush, tropical forests.
 9 days, cycle raft, from $2925

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Discover Bhutan Multisport Borneo Explorer

Explore the country that inspired the legends Explore on two wheels into the heartland of
of Shangri-la by bike, hike, and whitewater raft. the legendary Dayaks, the once feared
This 8-day multisport adventure is an intimate headhunters of Borneo. Navigate the remote
tour of one of the most spiritual and isolated interior riverways and ride the outback country
regions in Asia. Surrounded by steep lanes to travel among the Dayak people. Catch
mountains dotted with centuries-old dzongs, sight of indigenous tropical hornbills and
we’ll spend our days cycling up and over elusive sea turtles; fall asleep to the unique
Dochula Pass, hiking to such fabled sites as sounds of jungle nature at night. Dscover
Taktshang Goemba (also known as the famous village life with a homestay in the traditional
Tigers Nest) and navigating the tumbling long houses of Borneo.
rapids of Pho Chu River.  14 days, cycle kayak hike, from $2450
 8 days, cycle hike raft, from $2895
Vietnam Highlights Multisport

This 14-day multi-sport journey features some
of Southeast Asia’s most unforgettable cycling
routes and historical sites, including the Ho Chi
Minh Trail, Mai Chau valley, the ancient city of
Hoa Lu, and even air travel to Hue and the
Imperial Citadel of Thang Long. The final leg of
this challenging trip winds down with a 2-night
cruise on a deluxe junk through the limestone
islands of Halong Bay, and includes kayaking
day trips as well as sumptuous meals.
 13 days, cycle kayak, from $3495

Hidden Rajasthan - India Taste of Luxury

Join us for an experience of a lifetime in All of the trips on these pages (except
northern India’s most colourful and exotic Borneo) are also available as private
state. Explore forts, palaces, temples, city
monuments in Jaipur, Jaisalmer, Pushkar & departures with deluxe lodges.
more . Search for tigers in the forests on game
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by camel into the vast Thar Desert and camp in
luxury amongst the rolling dand dunes and
vast vistas. It’s the perfect way to gain real
insight into the many faces of Rajasthan.
 12 days, cycle camel, from $3065

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Alaska Yukon Adventure Bike Across Bhutan

Aching for untouched wilderness? Our biennial Sheltered by the soaring Himalayas and
adventure leads you beyond the little towns of surrounded by ancient dzongs, Bhutan is a
Northern British Columbia into the grand country of unparalleled calm and incredible
alpine plateaus of Yukon and Alaska. Prepare history. During this 16-day tour we’ll challenge
to be surrounded by endless forests, brilliant you with plenty of invigorating high-altitude
wildflowers, herons and bears, and of course, cycling, tackling several historic passes and
snow-capped peaks. Each day’s ride wraps up even the summit of the Black Mountains. Trust
simply yet comfortably with hot showers and us, the views alone are worth the effort. Off
delicious meals at well-appointed the bike we’ll explore Bhutanese villages,
campgrounds. farms, and temples, and unwind most night in
 16 days, cycle, from $4250 luxurious, locally-owned inns and resorts.
 16 days, cycle, from $5275
Serengeti to the Sea - Tanzania

Has the lure of Africa been calling? Our unique
tour will take you across the breadth of East
Africa, from the wildlife filled high savanna of
the Serengeti to the blue waters and white
sand beaches of the Indian Ocean. Immerse
yourself in Maasai culture with an overnight
stay in their village, relax under canvas in the
grand safari tradition, discover the diversified
cultures that spread out across this country
with our local guides and knowledge.
 10 days, cycle safari, from $2700

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Hilltribes of the North - Vietnam Madagascar the Ride

Few tourists venture into the hills of northern You've seen the movie, now ride the ride. We
Vietnam, even fewer get into the small villages serve up a generous portion of the diversity of
and parks. Our mountain bike tour opens up this isolated island nation, as we pedal and
this fascinating region to your discovery. We'll hike through its southern reaches. Explore the
travel by bike and boat to remote parts of the small markets in rural villages, discovering the
region, exploring ethnic hill tribe villages, crafts and foods of Madagascar. Hike through
searching the the elusive Francois Langur, national parks home to the inquisitive lemurs,
enjoying foods fresh from the markets and bed down in comfortable safari lodges and
learning about the area's culture, history and resorts, enjoy roads that stretch for miles with
environment. A journey that truly goes off the little or not traffic. It is a journey worthy of
beaten path. your bucket list.
 13 days, cycle, from $3295  16 days, cycle hike, from €2430

The Road to Everest - Tibet

This high-altitude, high-mileage journey is a
cycling adventurer’s dream: challenging climbs,
breathtaking mountain views, exhilarating
downhill rides, and, of course, dismounting at
the base of the world’s tallest peak. Along the
way, we’ll explore Tibet’s most fascinating
historical and geographic attractions, including
the famous temples of Sera, Drepung, and
Ganden, the iridescent waters of Yamdrok
Lake, the majestic Rombuk Monastery, and
innumerable Tibetan dzongs, temples, and
ruins — each more stunning than the last.
 16 days, cycle, from $3995

BEARS - Alaska

Also known as: Bicycling Extraordinary Alaskan
Roads! This thrilling tour can be added as an
extension to our popular Alaskan Highway
Ride or taken as a standalone trip. This route’s
biggest draw is the scenery: spectacular
mountains and glaciers, untouched alpine
wilderness, and even a ferry ride along the
Alaskan coast. Between rides, we connect with
the locals and explore the hardy and historic
towns of the Great White North.
 13 days, cycle, from $3475

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Teahouse Trek to Everest Uttarakhand Valley of Flowers

The trek to Everest is justifiably famous, not With the verdant beauty of the snowcapped
only for its proximity to the world's highest mountains in the backdrop, the green
mountain ( 8848m ) but also for its friendly meadows and the white clouds blend to make
Sherpa people, picturesque villages, great the dreamlike Valley of Flowers trek. Flowers
variety of cultures and traditions, colorful bloom everywhere in a riot of colours, while a
festivals and monasteries. We bed down at serene river glides through the middle of the
night in luxury at upscale tea houses along the valley. It is a once in a lifetime Himalayan trek,
trial, sip a glass of sweetened tea or Chang ideal for beginners and casual walkers, but
(millet beer) and enjoy a taste of hospitality dramatic enough for seasoned trekkers
unique to the Sherpas. wanting a short, casual escape.
 16 days, hike, from $3675  13 days, hike, from $2750

A Walk with Maasai

The rugged and beautiful Ngorongoro
Highlands offers one of the finest blends of
culture, landscapes and wildlife in Tanzania.
Explore the grandeur and beauty of the
Ngorongoro Conversation Zone with the
Maasai custodians who have lived their lives in
harmony with this land. It’s diverse landscapes
consisting of elevated volcanoes and craters,
forests and vast grassy plains offers a
remarkable experience for those hiking
through this area.
 7 days, hike, from $2250

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Thailand's Ancient Kingdoms Angkor Wat - Cambodia

Join us on our 13-day trek through Northern What better way to explore the world’s largest
Thailand as we cycle from one ancient, awe- religious monument than by bike or foot? Our
inspiring attraction to the next. This high- short-but-sweet 5-day package allows plenty of
mileage tour passes through serene time to roam Cambodia’s famous ruins as well
agricultural plains and rolling foothills etched as cycle to such stunning destinations as
with rice paddies, stopping to explore the Phnom Bakeng and Preah Khan. After getting
region's innumerable historical gems: the your fill of ancient Khmer history and
ancient ruins of Sukhothai, the golden shrines architecture, we whisk you over to Tonle Sap
of Wat Phra That Lampang Luang, the cave- Lake where you’ll witness the surreal ‘floating
hidden Buddha statues of Tham Tub Tao to villages’ of the local fishing communities.
name just a few.  5 days, cycle or walk, from $1375
 13 days, cycle, from $3450

Historic Heartland - Burma

Venture deep into the heartland of ancient
Burma, on our 13 day journey through
northern Myanmar. Watch sunset across the
thousands of pagodas in Bagan, explore the
colorful markets of Kalaw, cycle through rural
regions that see few foreigners, relax in the
cool temperatures of the hill resort town of
Pyin Oo Lwin. Discover the foods, culture and
lifestyles of Myanmar.
 13 days, cycle, from $4050

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Craft Beers & Roadhouse Experiences Chiang Mai

Pedalers has combined two of cyclists' favorite Our fixed-base tour of Northern Thailand is
pastimes into one grand adventure - cycling perfect for active travelers and families. Each
through awe inspiring landscapes and relaxing day start and ends at the same beautiful hotel
with extraordinary craft beers afterwards - to in the heart of 700-year-old Chiang Mai, so
create our Craft Beer & Roadhouses cycling there's no need to pack and unpack. Every day
tour in Alaska. This one of a kind bike tour rolls we set out to explore something new - be it
along some of the most scenic roads in the cycling to the ancient city of Wiang Kum Kam,
world, taking cyclists to historic roadhouses rafting the Mae Taman or even a local Thai
and quiet, remote log cabin resorts, finished cooking class. Each night we delve into
off with a nightly tasting of craft beers brewed Thailand's renowned cuisine, sampling
in the 49th state. wonders at riverside restaurants and from
 10 days, cycle hike, from $4250 street food vendors.
 6 days, cycle raft cook, from $1925

Northern Highlights of Thailand Tea & Spice of Kerala

Our tour of Northern Thailand kicks off in the Kerala, sandwiched between the Arabian Sea
700-year-old kingdom of Chiang Mai, then sets and the mountainous Western Ghats, is known
out for the ancient ruins and exotic flora of for its tropical greenery, quiet backwaters,
Thailand's tropical countryside. This trip is a spectacular wildlife reserves and endless tea
dazzling mix of cultural and culinary and spice plantations. Our variety of hikes is as
adventure, including highlights such as Chiang diverse as the countryside, visiting spice farms,
Mai's bustling, lantern-lit night markets, the tea plantations, thick jungles and historic
remote hillside villages of ethnic Karen tribes, cities. Relax at night is some of the area's
and the best traditional Thai cuisine the region finest hotels and dive into the colorful cuisine
has to offer. that draws on the locally grown spices.
 7 days, cycle food, from $2275  11 days, hike boat, from $2550

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"Our tour was everything we anticipated and more. Mr Cuong, our guide was very knowledgeable and able to explain local
customs and food. He was able to take us off the beaten path, through rural villages, back country roads, and rice fields.
Mr Cuong had contacts everywhere we went and was able to get us the best seats in the restaurants. All of our hotels were
first class, clean, and the staff was always friendly and helpful. And the food, we are adventurous eaters and in our opinion,
the food was out of this world. We tried and enjoyed many new dishes. We had never kayaked before, yet kayaking around
Ha Long Bay was a pleasurable way to finish a great vacation." Jim L
"In all respects, this was a fabulous tour....The route was excellent, with visits to significant historic sites as well as roads
that gave us the chance to see the beauty of rural Thailand....The guides were tops, and we appreciated having an English
speaking native guide who could answer questions about the culture and customs of the country--and order fabulous meals
for us ...Side visits to markets, hilll tribe villages, elephant camp, etc. were thoughtfully chosen and added to our insider\'s
view of the Thai heritage....We used the rental bikes, and found them to be excellent--definitely not worth the hassle of
bringing our own bikes on this trip." MJ
"We have travelled the world and would say this is one of the best. Great tour guide, no unexpected costs, freedom to stop
whenever we wanted. We saw things we would have never seen if we had been on our own. Loved seeing all the markets and
trying the different foods. Dinner at our own little hot tub. Beautiful hotels. Launching the thai kites. Would highly
recommend this trip to anyone that likes to get out and see and experience the unusual fare on a tour." Susan D
"Everyone should put this trip on your list of things to do! This trip was the first I had taken out of the country for 25 years.
I am a single woman, was traveling alone and was unsure if if was the right thing for me to do. What an exerience! Not
only did I feel safe and protected the entire trip, but fed to capacity at every opportunity. The hotels were luxurious, Wayan
and Kadek very gracious and respectful of everyone's needs and wants at all times. I would definately do this again!"
Rhonda P
"Loved everything about this tour!-the location, the itinerary, the guides (Esa and Kadek), the locals, the hotels, the food,
the weather....and the price was fair. Great job Tom! Highly recommended!" Eric O
"By far this was the best bicycle tour experience for me yet even after having completed a couple of coast-to-coast tours.
Scenery that was beyond imagination, all kinds of critters, food that was exceptional and experiences that will be a once in a
life time opportunity." Vern J

Join a Group or Go Private

In addition to scheduled departures, Pedalers offers the option to Go Private
on most all of our tours. You, your family and friends traveling where you want
to go, when you want to go. And you aren't limited to what you see here, we are
happy to craft a special trip for you, make an itinerary longer or shorter, choose
to relax in luxury or keep it simple. Drop us an email with your desires and we
will take it from there.

Pedalers is not your traditional travel company. We don't have a big staff sitting in an air conditioned office
awaiting your call. Those of us who run the company are in the field, leading trips, creating new routes and

constantly improving older routes. We ask your forgiveness for not being easily reached by phone.

Got some questions? Drop us an email: [email protected]. Or reach out to us on
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