10 Must-Try Bicycle Tours in Bangkok for Cycling Enthusiasts

Cycling through 12km of pristine nature, this bicycle tour lets you discover a hidden paradise in the heart of Bangkok! Everything suddenly gets cooler and more serene when you reach the cycling trail. True to its name, the “jungle” trail passes through lush thickets, mangroves, and along the river banks.

• Route: Khlong Toei Pier – Chao Phraya – Sri Nakhon Khuean Khan Park
• Provider: Bangkok Bike Adventure; +66 859186324
  
• Must-try: Hop-on-hop-off Chao Phraya on a boat

Just as you would on a tourist bus, get off a tourist boat to explore all you wish and get back on to continue floating along the Chao Praya River.

Get on this three-hour refreshing ride off the beaten path to discover the Bangkok that tourists hardly see. On your bicycle, explore Chinatown’s narrow lanes, markets, and the enchanting areas of Thonburi, often called the ‘living part’ of Bangkok.

• Route: Chinatown – Thonburi – Chao Phraya
• Provider: Co Van Kessel Bike Tour Bangkok; +6626397351
• Must-try: Taste the “real” Bangkok

Phenomenal food, lively streets, and bobbing tuk-tuks – that’s Bangkok. Where can you get all three? In Chinatown, of course. Hop on a tuk-tuk and sample street food that the Michelin Guide recommends.

No one likes waking up early on a holiday. But trust us here. This early morning tour shows you a fresh Bangkok starting the day. Pedal through lanes and bylanes, watch vendors set breakfast stalls, cross old, squeaky wooden bridges, and experience much more.

• Route: Sukhumvit Road – Khlong Toei – Soi Aree
• Provider: ABC – Amazing Bangkok Cyclist; +66818129641
• Must-Try: Pamper yourself with luxury spa sessions

You’ve not been to Bangkok without indulging in a signature Thai massage. Spas in Sukhumvit’s hip neighbourhood, Thonglor, lets you tick that off your list. Calming spaces, soothing music, soaking baths, relaxing aromas, and herbal oils – perfect after a tiring cycling excursion.

Bangkok’s beauty at golden hour is magical. And four hours on a leisurely bike ride is the ideal way to soak up some golden hour glory. The charming Thonburi, Klongsan market and the Grand Palace are lovely places you can wheel through while taking rest stops to relish the city’s delish fare.

• Route: Thonburi – Klongsan Market – River Biking Bridge – Wat Arun – Grand Palace
• Provider: Recreational Bangkok Biking; +6621072500
• Must-Try: Join a dinner cruise

A multi-cuisine spread, 360-degree views of Bangkok’s sparkling skyline at night, classic Thai (live) performances, lots of cheers and celebration, all while cruising on the Chao Phraya River! What better way to end a day of cycling than this?

To appreciate ancient Thai culture, this tour is a must-do. Cycling through a vibrant maze of backstreets, you discover a charming “old” vibe while exploring the residents’ culture, food and lifestyle. The tour includes visiting a Chinese Shrine, a fragrant flower market, and the old Thai capital, among other attractions.

• Route: Chow Sue Kong – Pak Khlong Talat – WatPrayoon – River Cycle Path
• Provider: Follow Me Bike Tours; +66870530443
• Must-Try: Head up to the MahaNakhon Skywalk

A 15-minute drive from where your tour ends, is Bangkok’s best skywalk – the iconic MahaNakhon. You experience an adrenaline rush here, walking over a see-through glass floor on the 78th floor at 314 meters!

After a sweltering hot Bangkok day, nothing feels better than having the cool evening breeze caress your face. Believe us when we say this night-time cycling tour is more than relaxing. Cycling in the cool evening hours on the quiet streets of Bangkok, visiting/re-visiting famous landmarks, beautifully-lit temples and pagodas, markets, etc. is an unmissable experience, especially when the place is less crowded.

• Route: Mahachai Road – Chao Phraya Bridge – Wat Arun – Flower Market – Wat Pho
• Provider: Grasshopper Adventures; +66879295208
• Must-Try: Explore the city in one day

After the off-beat night-time cycling tour, how about spending an entire day immersing yourself in the city? Visit some of the capital’s main heritage sites, try haggling in local markets, have lunch at a popular cultural street food place, and end the day on a long-tail boat ride along the Thonburi canals and the Chao Phraya River.

 

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This half-day tour allows an exclusive peek into the city’s heart – an opportunity to witness the culture and lifestyle up close and personal. The thrilling tour includes a boat ride on the Chao Praya, after which you pedal to the lush Bang Krachao island, nestled in the middle of the busy metropolis! You just can’t miss this while in the Thai capital.

Join a “bespoke” ride where you can choose the comfortable bicycle for your height! Led by a local guide, you’ll spin along local temples, squatter settlements, and the biggest daily market in the city. You take breaks to rest and enjoy people-watching, which is arguably the most-loved tourist activity.

It’s a moonlit adventure, wheeling through lively streets. You can savour the shimmering after-dark views as you pedal through the city on a fantastic breezy night. What’s more? You’ll discover some hidden street-food gems and enjoy tales and legends from history by your guide.