Overview
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3 hours
Mobile ticket
This 3 hour bike tour will show you the real Bangkok. Highlights of the tour are the exploration of Chinatown’s narrow alleyways, markets and backstreets as well as the charming local areas of Thonburi.
Additional Info
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Infant/child seats are available on request if advised at time of booking
Leisurely bike-ride where we go off the beaten path and cycle mainly in Bangkok's back-alleys, away from traffic.
What To Expect
Chinatown - Bangkok
Starting in the heart of Chinatown, our bike ride explores its frenetic market environment. Winding through narrow alleyways, our senses come alive with the sights, sounds, and smells of a community in motion. We’ll pass by shophouses selling everything from Buddhist amulets to recycled truck engines. Locals worshiping at hidden temples, ritual paper burnings, and the omnipresent spirit house display evidence of a culture centuries in the making.
The Chao Phraya River
Crossing the Chao Phraya River to Thailand's former capital, Thonburi. We cross either by cycling over the bridge, or take a local ferry.
Options
Experience Real Bangkok by Bike
Option 1: Morning Bike Tour
What‘s Included
Local guide
Bottled water
Refreshing drinks
Use of bicycle
Snacks
Ferry river crossing
Use of helmet (if desired)
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
2,471 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Biking through the city.
lillianmC4550LE,Jun 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I absolutely loved the Co van Kessel Bangkok biking tour! It was such a unique way to experience the city while riding through hidden alleyways, local neighborhoods, and lively markets that you’d never find on your own. The guides were super knowledgeable and made everything feel safe, fun, and really immersive. It felt like I got to see the real Bangkok beyond the tourist spots, and the mix of biking, exploring, and learning about local culture made it one of the highlights of my trip.
Fantastic activity in Bangkok
kaata2017,Jun 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had an evening tour with Earth today and we would not change one thing. Earth showed us very nice spots where we would never end up ourselves. It felt very personal and professional at the same time. We had fantastic food. Whereas biking does not seem convenient in Bangkok, we felt safe the whole time and Earth was clearly well-prepared to navigate us through the city. Best guide we ever had!
Super bad experience
Flyer35657153970,Jun 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
1.00No big deal. Your bike through extremely busy roads or paths where only swamp can be seen. The boat trip takes you along dirty canals with mountains of floating plastic. Guides are friendly, but don't really have anything to say. The food they offer in a local "restaurant" I would just pass up. There was hair in the rice and bugs. This is really in an unsanitary place. I can empathize a little, but this is it. Food was already ready with included amount of flies. Pace is so slow that they certainly get the necessary hours. If you want to see Bangkok you should book another trip because you don't see anything of Bangkok. Definitely not book!!!!!
Fantastic way of exploring hidden Bangkok that respects local people.
claresW322VA,Jun 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was an excellent tour, great guide (Chai) and superbly organised. We loved going by long tail boat to the North East of the city and had a tasty meal in a family run restaurant. It was fine for over 60s to do.
Definitely do!
501chanicek,May 30, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Highly recommended!! You really see the “real” Bangkok, you practically cycle through the backyards of the locals and get water / local delicacies along the way. We also crossed the flower market and cycled a bit along the river. We saw the monks say their morning prayers and cycle through Chinatown. I really didn't want to miss this, that's how you really get to know Thailand. Pecky the guide was really fantastic and even learned a word of Dutch. Really a hit.
Fantastic Way to See Bangkok
Scott M,May 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I joined the Co Van Kessel bike tour and had an incredible experience exploring Bangkok’s hidden alleys and local markets. Mike and Leah were outstanding guides, knowledgeable, friendly, and full of energy. They made the ride feel effortless while sharing great insights about the city’s history and culture. The route through Chinatown and the backstreets offered a genuine glimpse of everyday life that you’d never get from a car or bus. Highly recommend this tour to anyone wanting an authentic, fun, and well-organized way to see Bangkok!
A must when visiting Bangkok
exploreSEA89,May 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I cannot say enough good things about this tour. The places we visited were incredible, and seeing the way the local communities welcomed us as we cycled through their villages was truly beautiful. Every aspect of the experience was thoughtfully planned with great attention to detail, and I found myself constantly saying, “Wow, this is amazing,” throughout the entire day. This was easily one of my favorite experiences of the trip, and I can’t imagine visiting Bangkok without doing it.
A Fun Way to See Real Bangkok
Chester C,May 13, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We had an incredible experience on the bike tour. A big thank you to our guides Tanya and Whiskey for being friendly, attentive, and so knowledgeable, making the ride both fun and insightful as we explored parts of Bangkok we would never have seen on our own.
Nice tour!
E5514DZstephaniee,May 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I loved it! And Mike and Wit were really fun and sweet tourguides! Khop khun ka
So much fun.
549amandal,May 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Riding the tiny lanes and then busy streets of Bangkok behind Pekky was the most adventurous and fun way to see the city. I have no idea how we got so lucky to have found this tour and would recommend it to anyone. Five stars from me.
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