Guests on this 12 day adventure holiday will begin their journey in the Mekong Delta, exploring fishing villages and ancient pagodas, before continuing upstream into Cambodia.  Two wheeled forays from each port of call will bring cyclists into the rural country side, as well as bigger cities like Phnom Penh, visiting handicraft centers, temples, orphanages and the picturesque countryside.  Winding down in Siem Reap, the many wonders of ancient Angkor Wat cap the tour in grand style.

“We have put this journey together to get travelers off the beaten tourist path, led by local knowledgeable guides, while still providing delightful accommodations and great food.” says Tom Sheehan, founder and managing director.  “Our goal is to allow our guests to discover the culture, cuisine and countryside, without roughing it.”

Accommodations for this journey include cabins on the new Jahan luxury river cruiser and boutique inns in Siem Reap.  The Mighty Mekong & Angkor Wat tour is $3750 (per person, double occupancy), with departures scheduled for 3 August, 9 November 2012 & 25 January 2013.  The package includes accommodation, all meals, local expert guides, vehicle support during most cycling, airport pick ups and drop offs.  Rental bikes are available at extra cost.

More details can be found online at:
http://www.pedalerspubandgrille.com/bike_tours/cambodia/Mighty_Mekong_Angkor_Wat.htm

Departing on 16 September 2009, the Road to Everest takes guests on a two wheeled exploration of the regions surrounding Lhasa, capital city of Tibet, exploring ancient temple complexes and remote hot springs.  Then rolls south along the newly paved Everest Highway to the Everest Base camp, where guests may be treated to magnificent views of Chomolungma (the Tibetan name which means ‘Goddess Mother’).

“We are taking advantage of the newly paved Everest Highway and the scattered hotels along its route, to offer a comfortable exploration of Tibet.  Being able to ride lightweight road bikes and relax at night in a bed helps lessen the impact of the altitude.  Breaking from the tradition of mountain biking and camping, we hope to open the doors to more cyclists and adventurous travelers.” says Tom Sheehan, founder and managing director.  He notes that most days involve cycling 40 to 50 miles, plus a shuttle to keep daily exercise to an enjoyable and safe level.

Accommodations on the trip range from very nice hotels to quite simple, but clean guesthouses, with guests enjoying the best that each stop has to offer.  Meals are taken at local restaurants featuring both Tibetan and Han Chinese cuisine for variety.  And in the Pedalers Pub & Grille tradition, trip guides are cyclists from the region, who know and love the areas they lead tours in.

Except for international air, this cycling adventure is all-inclusive of accommodations, most meals, professional local guides, sightseeing and cultural activities, plus airport transfers at $4495 (double occupancy) with a single supplement of $475.  The trip starts and finishes in Lhasa, Tibet.

More details can be found online at:
http://www.pedalerspubandgrille.com/bike_tours/tibet/Road_to_Everest.htm

Moving at the speed of two wheels guests explore remote coastal fishing villages and black sand beaches as well as the jungle-clad interior past emerald rice paddies, towering palm trees and volcanic lakes.

Highlights include the culture of the Bali Aga, supposedly the original inhabitants of Bali who still live by strict social rules, including one that requires you to marry within the village or be cast out. There is a stop in Tenganan, one of the best preserved Bali Aga villages still with multi-level cobbled streets and neatly aligned rows of houses. Villagers here are renowned for their complexly woven fabrics.

Another stop is in Klungkung town, with its moated gardens, a surviving remnant of an ancient royal palace. Once flourishing as a former kingdom of Bali prior to the arrival of the Dutch in the nineteenth century, it is here where the last king committed suicide along with the royal court rather than submit to the rule of European invaders.

Often overlooked by resort-bound tourists are the temple complexes of Tegeh Koripan and Ulan Danu Batur, spectacularly situated on Lake Batur in a lushly forested volcanic crater. PP&G guides make sure the group experiences the sunset here when dying rays of the sun bring a profound change of color and drama to the surrounding hills and vistas.

“We aspire to show guests the real Bali far from the crowded beaches and cocktail lounges. To the inquisitive voyager the true Bali is more than a legendary tropical paradise; it’s like Hawaii with Hindu temples not Hula girls. And if you are willing to go that extra distance it’s cheaper than Hawaii by a long shot,” says Tom Sheehan, founder and general manager.

Guests cycle on average 40 miles daily along paved roads with some stretches on narrow lanes. The terrain follows small coastal hills in the beginning with some larger climbs once in the volcanoes. Traffic is light to moderate at times.

Except for international air the trip is all inclusive of accommodations, most meals, professional guides, daily route directions and maps, sightseeing and cultural activities, plus airport transfers. Personal departures may be scheduled for private groups and bike clubs. More details can be found online at:
http://www.pedalerspubandgrille.com/bike_tours/indonesia/Bali_Paradise_Ride.htm

“Contrary to popular belief, a bike tour in Thailand is far more economical than one in Europe,” says Tom Sheehan, PP&G founder and general manager. “Our seven-day Thailand cycle tour including the airfare from North America actually costs less than a similar bike tour in France before you even factor in the airfare.”

Sheehan is quick to point out, “You can also throw in the costs for a few ice cold Thai beers at dinner each night, some local handicrafts for souvenirs, plus a decent tip for your guides and still come out way ahead.”

Based on pricing for September 2008 departures, a comparable week long tour through the Dordogne or Loire regions of France begins at $3,055 plus air. A PP&G tour in Thailand starts at just $1,595 plus air. These rates reflect similar quality for hotels, meals and support services.

“And with the money you’ll save by not going to Europe, you can enjoy a weekend bike tour back home or perhaps explore more of Asia’s wonders with an extended stopover in Bangkok or Hong Kong or perhaps an add-on sea kayaking adventure in Ha Long Bay in Vietnam,” adds Sheehan.

PP&G has developed a web page detailing their price study and comparison. Please visit: www.pedalerspubandgrille.com/extras/thai-france.htm

PP&G offers its Thailand – Northern Highlights tour at $1,595 per person, double occupancy with departures scheduled the 1st and 3rd Sunday, monthly from September thru March. A single supplement is $375. Tours begin and end in Chiang Mai. See: www.pedalerspubandgrille.com/bike_tours/thailand/Northern_Highlights.htm

The rate includes accommodations in luxury hotels, guesthouses and resorts, all meals, bilingual guides, ground transportation, daily route directions and maps, sightseeing and cultural activities, plus airport transfers.

Tour highlights feature Wiang Kum Kam, ancient ruins from the first settlement of Chiang Mai; the expansive temple complex of Wat Baan Den; the towering limestone outcroppings of Chiang Dao; and the villages of the Paduang tribe (long neck women).

The PP&G website features a variety of similarly valued cycle tours of Thailand, including a week long multisport adventure exploring the Andaman Coast and a two-week Ancient Kingdoms Ride that takes in the ‘best’ of Thailand from Bangkok to Chiang Mai.

Traveling at the speed of a bike, this is a great way for kids to learn about other cultures outside the classroom while having fun at the same time, says Tom Sheehan, founder and general manager.

“We get off the main tourist paths and invite more spontaneous interaction with the local people we meet. We’re as curious a sight to them as they are to us,” he says.

There’s paddling and hiking mixed in with the primary activity of cycling. The trips are:

Discover Bhutan, July 1 and Aug. 5 departures, 8 days, $3,395 adults, $2,995 ages 13 to 18 and college students up to age 25, $2,795 ages 8 to 12. Cycling is on small paved roads with little traffic, Class 2&3 whitewater rafting. Trips span 122 miles and average 31 miles daily.
www.pedalerspubandgrille.com/bike_tours/bhutan/Bhutan_Multisport.htm

Thailand Land & Sea, Mar. 23, Apr. 6 and Dec. 21 departures, 7 days, $1,795 adults, $1,625 ages 8 to 18, $1,525 ages 16 and under sharing room with 2 parents. Cycling is on paved roads with moderate traffic. Trips span 186 miles and average 46 miles daily.
www.pedalerspubandgrille.com/bike_tours/thailand/Thailand_Land_Sea.htm

Vietnam Highlights, Mar. 9, Apr. 13 and Dec. 23 departures, 10 days, $2,095 adults, $1,895 ages 8 to 18, $1,795 ages 16 and under sharing room with 2 parents. Cycling is on small paved roads with moderate traffic, some hills. Trips span 108 miles and average 27 miles daily. A junk cruise on Ha Long Bay and sea kayaking are part of adventure.
www.pedalerspubandgrille.com/bike_tours/vietnam/Highlights_Multisport.htm

Age 8 is the minimum to participate; younger children are accepted, but a parent must travel in the sag wagon with them and/or bring a trailer from home for the cycling.

On the inaugural March 16 – April 4 and subsequent departures of “New Zealand – Grand Tour” cycling enthusiasts will explore colonial history and influence and delve into the native Maori culture. At the speed of two pedals guests will gawk at New Zealand’s natural wonders that qualify it as one of the most diverse ecosystems in the world.

“Our guides are all Kiwis, born and bred New Zealanders ready to reveal a few island secrets and share some tall tales over a local brew or two at day’s end.” says Tom Sheehan, founder and general manager. He notes that this is the only continuous cycle tour offered that takes in both the North & South Islands in one itinerary.

Accommodations for the 20-day adventure are in deluxe inns. Quiet coastlines, volcanoes, lakes and national parks, as well as wine tastings, are wrapped into the North Island experience. A ferry carries participants to the South Island where Queen Charlotte Sound, the Southern Alps, glaciers and the Tasman Sea treat riders to a ocean-to-sky landscape en route to historic Queenstown.

Except for international air, this active cycling adventure is all-inclusive at $5,995 (double) with a single supplement of $1,500. The tour begins in Auckland and ends in Queenstown.

The rate includes accommodations in luxury hotels, guesthouses and resorts, most meals, professional guides, full van support, daily route directions and maps, sightseeing and cultural activities, plus airport transfers. Personal departures may be scheduled for private groups and bike clubs with the most popular seasons being spring and fall.

Over the course of the trip, which is rated moderate in level of difficulty, cyclists will roll inn to inn covering 939 miles (1515 km), averaging 72 miles (116 km) per day.

More details can be found online at:
http://www.pedalerspubandgrille.com/bike_tours/new_zealand/Grand_Tour.htm

Departing on Dec. 8, 2008, Mar. 9 and Dec. 7 2009, the 10-day trip is the only excursion that actually pedals the quiet back roads to Sapa; most other visitors arrive by air or train, blurring by the hill country and villages that define the true essence of the region.

Sensitive to the area’s cultural diversity, company founder Tom Sheehan says that each departure will take in different villages en route to Sapa. “We don’t plan to visit the same community more than once a year, so that the indigenous hill tribes stay as unaffected by tourism as possible. This also gives us the opportunity to distribute school materials to more children who could otherwise not afford them.”

He notes that the supplies they give away are bought at regional markets to support local business and keep more of the money in the area.

This trip will also focus on Hanoi’s ancient past and the more recent French influence in the graceful colonial architecture and tree-lined boulevards that accentuate the capital city.

Except for international air, the program is all-inclusive at $2,250 per person, based on double occupancy (single supplement is $425). The tour begins and ends in Hanoi.

The rate includes accommodations distinguished by history and authenticity (including the turn-of-century Metropole in Hanoi), all meals, bilingual guides, full van support, daily route directions and maps, sightseeing and cultural activities, plus airport transfers. Personal departures may be scheduled year round for private groups and bike clubs with the most popular season running from November to March when the days are typically sunny and warm.

Over the course of the trip, which is rated challenging in level of difficulty, cyclists will roll inn to inn covering 341 miles (550 km), averaging 57 miles (92 km) per day.

A four day trip extension exploring the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Halong Bay via sea kayak and junk is also available. Add-on price is $700 ($250 single supplement).

More details can be found online at:
http://www.pedalerspubandgrille.com/bike_tours/vietnam/Journey_to_Sapa.htm

The active cycling adventure will be repeated on Nov. 23, 2009. Except for international air, the program is all-inclusive at $3,450 (double) with a single supplement of $690. The tour begins in Madras and ends in Trivandrum.

The rate includes accommodations in luxury hotels, guesthouses and resorts, all meals, bilingual guides, full van support, daily route directions and maps, sightseeing and cultural activities, plus airport transfers. Personal departures may be scheduled year round for private groups and bike clubs with the most popular season running from November to March when the days are typically sunny and warm.

Over the course of the trip, which is rated moderate in level of difficulty, cyclists will roll inn to inn covering 439 miles (712 km), averaging 44 miles (71 km) per day.

Highlights include lunching with tea pluckers; a night at Cochin’s Bolgatty Palace, the one-time residence of the British Governor in the early 1900s; dolphin-spotting from Kerala’s palm-fringed beaches and visiting India’s Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary that is home to elephants, tigers (Periyar is part of Project Tiger), wild dogs, macaque monkeys, sambar deer and a variety of birds. More details can be found on the company website at:
http://www.pedalerspubandgrille.com/bike_tours/india/Royal_Odyssey.htm

“We chose this route and region due to its incredible scenery and cultural diversity.” says Tom Sheehan, founder and general manager. “This is not your typical, mass market tour of India. We take time to visit unusual sites and witness local life and ancient traditions mostly overlooked by larger, packaged tours.”

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