Having just completed the Yunnan, China Tour as my second cycling adventure with Painted Roads I can say that the experience was both challenging and rewarding. I was not an experienced cyclist when I embarked on this adventure but with encouragement and support from your team I believe I have stepped up a notch in my ability, and more importantly in my self-belief of what I can achieve. Giving up 2km from the top of a 22km climb may have been an option, but as I was reminded, I had done the hard yards and there were “only 2km to the top,” so up I went.
Jan - Bribie Island, QLD on China - Yunnan
If I can think of a negative I will write again.. Bloody fine tour.
Mike Albrecht on Thailand Bespoke. QQ23/2
The North Thailand trip was my first experience with Painted Roads following extensive experience cycling, mostly in Asia over the last 3 years. To say that this trip exceeded my expectations including both enjoyment and previous experience is an understatement. David personally leads all his trips ensuring that individual routes are being continuously assessed and if necessary changed to give the best possible cycling experience with regards both to scenery and traffic. I personally found that all aspects of the trip including meals, snack stops and accommodation - the latter appearing to be chosen with the emphasis on location rather than cost, as highly satisfactory. In summary David leads the trip ensuring continuous humour and consideration for all cycling abilities. I personally look forward to my next trip with Painted Roads later in the year.
Arthur, UK on Thailand - North
The Yunnan province of China gives a fantastic in site into the merging worlds of tradition and development which is China today. The tour displayed ancient Buddhist temples and the simple farming lifestyle of the rural population while taking us over impressive mountain passes and stunning river gorges. The support and staff on our tour, a mixture of locals and experienced westerners, ensured we were safe and well informed while still part of a great adventure. David, our tour leader, worked tirelessly to ensure everyone had a great time and got out of the tour what they were looking for.
Brian Ingle on China - Yunnan
This was a bespoke trip with a group of friends, but we were able to ride at our own pace and enjoy the experience throughout the whole trip. Throughly recommend Painted Roads for a cycle tour!
Helen. Yorkshire UK. on Thailand South
N+1 The number of Painted Road cycling tours you’ll find yourself booking.
JP Charon
Touring in North East Vietnam with Painted Roads was a unique and rewarding experience. Each day was rich and full with new discoveries: rice terraces, incredible jungled pinnacles, deep valleys, breathtaking views, painted-like mountain profiles, hill tribes people dressed in their beautiful traditional costumes attending their daily duties, rural life, busy local markets, remote villages, flocks of children and friendly smiles. After a day standing the challenge of ever ‘undulating’ terrain, the simple, fresh and lovely food cooked in a local restaurant made the perfect ambiance for a convivial dinner.
Anna Rolando on Vietnam - Northeast
What a perfect trip. From the outset, Painted Roads made us comfortable and confident. The adventure encompassed everything I'd hoped for and so much more. No need to worry about anything
Helena Romanowska
Once the tour began and we started cycling it became evident that David had been meticulous with his planning, as we wound our way through peaceful country roads heading to our next overnight stop where we were met with delightful accommodation, good food and more cold beer
Mark - UK on Taiwan - North to South
David, your tour was everything that I hoped it might be, it ticked all the boxes right from the evaluation of, to making right bike maintenance, managing 12 distinct personalities while keeping your own. Your support crew were fantastic, always ready to help and most of the time were one step ahead of ones needs. The Thailand that you gave us a glimpse of was the friendly smiling Thailand as opposed to the rather seedy commercial tourist spots. I would recommend this tour to anyone who would like a humorous, laid back good time.
Terry Mather on Thailand South