About LocalRoutes
Cycling tours in Asia, designed differently
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LocalRoutes designs custom cycling tours in Asia for travelers seeking the roads less pedaled, offering experiences far removed from mass tourism. We create both guided and self-guided bike tours, built around quiet roads, local encounters, and a more immersive way of traveling.
Our idea is simple: slow down, ride further, and see a side of Asia most people miss.
Our philosophy
We believe the best travel experiences don’t come from rushing between highlights.
Instead, they happen naturally: on the road between two places, during an unexpected stop in a small village, or simply from the feeling of moving entirely at your own pace.
Our cycling tours are designed around that rhythm, to create real connection.
What makes our bike tours in Asia different
We don’t follow standard routes or mass-tour itineraries. We focus on:
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Carefully designed cycling routes across Asia, prioritizing quiet and scenic roads
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Real local immersion, not staged experiences
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Flexibility, especially for self-guided cycling tours
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The perfect balance of independence and expert local support
Every tour is built from time spent exploring on the ground.
Our approach to cycling holidays in Asia
We design our cycling holidays in Asia with a simple principle: travel should feel natural, not forced. That means we offer routes adapted to different riding levels, ensure logistics stay seamless in the background, and always provide space for spontaneity and personal pace. Whether you choose a guided trip or a self-guided bike tour, you remain in control of your experience.
Who our tours are for
You can be a hardcore competitive cyclist, a casual cycle-to-work person, or just a cycling tour enthusiast with limited fitness. We know all of you, we ourselves can ride easy with our own kids or compete at times, so we know how to adapt to every public.
LocalRoutes' tours are designed for travelers who:
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Prefer immersive experiences over traditional tourism
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Want to explore actively
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Value thoughtful planning and local knowledge
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Are looking for bicycle tours in Asia that feel personal, not standardized
Meet our local Tour Leaders
Our Tour Leaders are all adventure experts and cycling enthusiasts. They either are from the region they'll take you to discover, or have spent numerous years there so they'll know the little gems others wouldn't. And most importantly, they know how to take care of you and make your experiences memorable. Come join them on one of our tours!
Suwat
Suwat is the kind of support every cycling trip hopes for: reliable, resourceful, and unfailingly friendly.
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For years, he has been an essential part of both our guided and self-guided tours, wearing many hats along the way: driver, local fixer, assistant, and even bike mechanic when needed.
Suwat has a knack for handling the unexpected with ease, ensuring that everything runs smoothly behind the scenes. His English is somewhat limited (and he laughs about it!) but this is somehow never an issue as he's great at understanding and being understood.
Fong
Fong was a passionate cyclist long before she joined us, but she has truly found her calling in leading private cycling tours. She has a natural way of connecting with guests, making every ride feel like you’re exploring with a close friend rather than following a guide.
Her warmth and easygoing spirit make her a favorite among travelers. A fun twist: she holds a master’s degree in chemistry.
Her path to leading cycling groups may not have been obvious at first, but it feels perfectly right now.
Nok
Nok has been leading cycling tours for over a decade, exploring just about every corner of Thailand, with a few detours into Cambodia and Laos. And he’s still far from bored!
His enthusiasm is contagious, and he brings it to every ride, sharing insights into local culture along with some memorable (and often amusing) stories from past tours.
Somehow, Nok always seems to have energy to spare, sometimes joining guests for an early sunrise ride whenever his schedule allows.