Six Hot Asian Destinations for Winter Cycling

(I-TravelNewswire.Com, November 21, 2013 ) CHATTANOOGA— While winter closes in and outdoor sports fade out for the season, BikeToursDirect presents great tour choices to escape the cold for the most exciting—and warmest—Asia destinations for winter travel by bicycle.

1.CAMBODIA: Angkor Wat Explorer Cycle Tour (5-day)
Discover the Cambodian countryside and its many riches, from ancient temples to floating villages, by bike. Explore Siem Reap and the nearby temples of Angkor Wat, the largest religious monument in the world, on foot. Travelers will cycle through traditional wood and thatch villages that unchanged for centuries, witness locals tilling their vibrant rice fields, watch barefoot children herding the family cow, and exchange greetings while passing the many Khmers whose bicycle is their only form of transport.
Prices: Starting at $542
Dates: Available daily

2. INDIA: Remote and Beautiful Rajasthan (http://www.biketours.com/India/remote-and-beautiful-rajasthan)
See rural Rajasthan up close with this cycling journey that takes travelers away from the busy tourist trail. Cyclists can explore remote villages and see rustic thatched huts, drooping camels, women in bright saris, and ever-smiling children. Private departure available on any date for parties of 2 or more.
Prices: $2,107

3. THAILAND: Thailand Heritage by Bicycle (http://www.biketours.com/Thailand/thailand-heritage)
The Thailand Heritage ride takes you back in time on a route paved by kingdom builders. Starting in Bangkok and finishing in Chiang Mai, this tour will take cyclists through the rice basket region up to the mountains in the north. Northern Thailand's mountainous landscape is a perfect biking destination, with stunning views, ancient temples and the hill tribes' culture. Dates: December 16, 2013; January 20, February 10, March 17, 2014. Price: $1,375

4. VIETNAM: Dragon’s Tail Tour (http://www.biketours.com/Vietnam/dragons-tail)
This 7-night adventure takes travelers from the hill station of Dalat to the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Hoi An. This unique journey is a fantastic way to see the country by bike in an ideal climate for cycling. This tour, though hilly at times, is a great opportunity to ride along the famous Ho Chi Minh Trail. Riders will also take a boat to a remote village on the far side of Lak Lake where they can do some light trekking. Price: $714 Dates: Daily, on request, with parties of 2 or more.

5. BURMA/MYANMAR: Burma Heritage by Bicycle (http://www.biketours.com/Burma/burma-heritage-by-bicycle)
Bicycling through Burma, or Myanmar as it is now known, showcases the immense legacy of a proud and powerful former kingdom that dates back 1,000 years or more. As travelers cycle among the ancient temples on the route from Mandalay to Bagan, they will also see the diversity of its modern people, culture, and topography. Dates: December 9, 2013; January 13, February 10, March 10, 2014 Price: $2,450

6. MALAYSIA: Untamed Borneo (http://www.biketours.com/Malaysia/untamed-borneo)
Dense jungles, wild animals and exotic flora are the introduction to Borneo on this cycling holiday. Rivers, mountains, and beaches follow as cyclists bike on dirt and tarmac roads across northern Borneo. From wildlife reserves to majestic mountains, travelers will get to experience the unique flora and fauna, spectacular mountain scenery, beautiful beaches, and, of course, great cycling.
Dates: February 9, April 6, 2014
Prices: $2,395

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