Testimonials

Ivy and Neville Higgs, Mudgee NSW, Australia

redspokes was great in every way. Bryony was always so helpful & friendly & answered all emails promptly..Everyone went out of their way to see that we had a terrific holiday & succeeded admirably. Thanks so much for a fantastic experience

Robert Coggins, Strathfield NSW, Australia

I very much enjoyed the redspokes Vietnam / Laos cycling holiday. The tour leader, David Walker,did an excellent job in maintaining happiness and harmony within the group and ensuring that no one was left behind.He also liased very well with Phong and Dalit and their crews who were all most helpful at all times. I would recommend a redspokes adventure to any cyclist - especially with a leader of the calibre of David whose enthusiasm and readiness to help in any way was infectious.

Pat Green, Dudley, England, UK

This is the second redspokes trip we have been on and again we were really pleased with everything. David our guide was very knowledgeable and helpful and both the two food and transport teams were very good. The river trips were interesting and slotted in well with the cycling. Some overnight stays were more comfortable than others but the authenticity is what we enjoy. We would not enjoy going to touristy hotels every night.

The group of cyclists bonded really well and we had a lot of laughs. We were sorry when the tour finished.

Helen Young , Chiswick, London, UK

A great trip '“ well-planned, good tour leaders/team spirit and a fantastic, challenging way to see a beautiful & unspoilt country.

Sean Schofield, , London, England, UK

Thanks to everyone at redspokes. I had an amazing time and definitely would go on another redspokes trip.

Debbie Glenwright , Townsville Australia

Cycling in Laos was excellent as the trip combined the challenge of ridingthrough some beautiful hilly countryside, while at the same time taking inmany different cultural experiences. The homestay with the local villagerswas the highlight of the trip.

Nicola Hardie , Singapore

The amazing opportunity this trip provides to really truly understand Laos as a country, understand at first hand some of the issues it faces on its road to development and really meet the people.

Their lives are lived on the roads in front of their wooden huts, so on a bike you have every opportunity to understand it, interact and even participate in their life via a homestay. Outside the capital, they live in the middle ages '“ limited electricity, no running water, wood huts cooking on fire, the cooking area is the same as the living room and the bedroom. This trip gave us a unique opportunity to live with them (with a homestay) and realise that although they may not have much materially, they gain everything in the richness of their family and community support. Something we have long lost in more developed countries......making me wonder if development, although inevitable, will really bring these people more happiness.

Debbie Glenwright, Townsville, Australia

Cycling on the Kerala tour was majestic, incorporating some of the most picturesque mountain views and waterways that at times were breath taking. The waterfalls, tea plantations, temples, fishing villages and very manageable climbs made the trip more of a cultural experience than a challenging ride. The overwhelming friendliness of the people and the unique cultural traditions and rituals were amazing. Eating curry now has a whole new meaning!!!

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The local Laos team were outstanding and great to be with - Khen, Daolit, May and Khen the driver. They're committed to what they do and obviously enjoy it - Khen had some of his family helping at various points.
Ken and Daolit have excellent English and interpersonal skills and good local knowledge; they give useful cultural dimensions which is useful.I loved Laos - a special trip - one of my best adventures so far: it combined activity, beautiful scenery, great people, delicious food and cultural insights.