11 Bike & Kayak Days Worth Flying For

1.Cat Ba: Lan Ha, HaLong bay full day- biking, kayaking, lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,166 reviews · 1 day · from $22Our pick

Join an English-speaking guide such as Tony or Kai for a full day from Cat Ba. Cruise Lan Ha and Ha Long bays, visit caves by bamboo boat or kayak depending on current rules, swim, eat lunch on board, bike to Viet Hai village, and try its famous fish massage.

“It was a fantastic day out. Our guide Tony was awesome, very informative and efficient. The tour was adventurous and scenic. The lunch was delicious. We would definitely recommend this tour to our friends.”

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2.Elafiti Islands Sea kayaking: Full-Day Bike and Kayak tour on Lopud and Šipan

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 236 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $95

Set out with guides such as Karlo, Zvone, or Zvonimir for a small-group day across Lopud and Šipan. Paddle between islands, cycle about 6 to 10 kilometers, stop for lunch and swimming, and hear about local nature and history. Bring water shoes, sun protection, and energy for a full day outdoors.

“Our guide Z gave us the most incredible day. My husband and I summed the day up into a couple words “deeply enchanting.” We both felt our souls had been cleansed from the experience. We got to know some deep history, soak in the local experience, and see enchanting places.”

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3.VIP Mekong Delta Adventure Cycling & Kayaking – Private Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 179 reviews · from $79Top rated

Spend 8 to 9 hours with a private guide such as Tin Tin or Chow, cycling through Long An, learning local cooking, kayaking village waterways, eating Vietnamese food, and visiting Vinh Trang Pagoda. Fishing is available instead of cycling or kayaking.

“I joined a tour and our guide was really friendly and charming. They showed us around Mekan Dalgası and explained every place in detail. The guide was always by our side, making sure we had the best experience. Highly recommended!”

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4.Classic Food & Walking Tour with Free Bike or Kayak

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 145 reviews · 3 hours · from $84

Walk downtown with a certified local guide and taste deep dish, a Chicago dog, Italian beef, brownie or gelato, and Garrett’s popcorn. You’ll see the Riverwalk, Millennium Park, Cloud Gate, the Loop, and more, then use your included two-hour bike or kayak rental within three days.

“The tour was fantastic and led by Joe, who was a well informed and engaging guide. The food we sampled was great, and represented Chicago at it's best. Could not recommend this tour highly enough.”

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5.Sete Cidades: Kayaking and Biking Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 142 reviews · 3 hours · from $41

At the lakeshore activity center beside Green Love restaurant, you’ll receive a safety briefing, mountain bike, helmet, double kayak, and life jacket. Spend three hours exploring at your own pace, with about 90 minutes suggested for cycling and 90 minutes for paddling. Staff speak English and Portuguese.

“This is a completely self-guided tour, and it was really fun. What I would change the next time I do this (we will do this again if we are ever back in the area!) are kayaking first and then biking instead of the reverse order. I blew my energy on the bike and then we ran out of time to kayak all the way under the bridge since we booked in the afternoon. The kayaking was magical and we went back to try again on a different day, but there were none available, so I do recommend booking early. The bikes were just okay, some of the tire treads were…”

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6.Explore Bangkok jungle by bike, kayak & boat – small group

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 103 reviews · 4 hours · from $56

Meet Mr. Tee or another local guide at Bangna BTS, then cross to Bang Krachao for a 7 to 10 kilometer cruiser-bike ride, 40 to 50 minutes of kayaking, village stops, snacks, and a longtail boat trip beside Bangkok’s port. This four-hour outing suits confident cyclists.

“We had an absolutely fantastic day with Mr Tee doing his kayak, boat, and cycling experience. From start to finish, communication was excellent and he made everything feel easy and relaxed. As a local, he shared great insight and took us to some amazing spots with beautiful views that we wouldn’t have found on our own. He provided good quality snacks throughout the day as well as plenty of water, which was a really nice touch and very much appreciated. Mr Tee also kindly offered to take photos of us during the experience - which we happily agreed to and he will be sending us them over shortly :) Overall,…”

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7.2-Day on 5-star Cruise, Lan Ha Bay | Kayak, Cycling, Live Music

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 84 reviews

You’ll board Paradise Grand Cruise from Tuan Chau Island for a two-day Lan Ha Bay escape with a private room, meals, kayaking, cycling, cave transfers, live music, and time for spa treatments or the Piano Lounge. The package suits couples who want comfort with some activity.

“The cruise was wonderful from the start. Once we stepped in the cruise, the staff were super attentive and made sure we enjoyed every thing the cruise had to offer. All the meals were excellent, especially the dinner with so many options. Read more”

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8.E-Bike, Snorkeling and Paddle Surf Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 69 reviews · 3.5 hours · from $65

Join guides such as Camilla, Luis, Mike, or Alex for a 3.5-hour Alicante outing by e-bike, with stops at La Albufereta and the coves of Cabo de las Huertas, followed by snorkeling and paddle surfing. Bikes, boards, masks, and safety gear are provided.

“Incredible fun. Nice roads for ebiking with a beautiful destination, paddle boarding on high quality paddle boards, all safety equipment provided, where you’re free to roam at your discretion. We loved every moment. Team were super nice and helpful at all times and will definitely do it again!”

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9.Countryside Bike and Kayak Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 45 reviews · 5 hours · from $84

Guide Tristan leads a five-hour bike and kayak trip from A'DAM Lookout into North Holland. You will visit d’Admiraal Windmill, cycle country roads, kayak through Broek in Waterland, and see cows, sheep, birds, and rural villages. Bikes, kayaks, waterproof storage, and route planning are provided.

“we had a great time biking and kayaking with Tristan! even if we were very bad at kayaking we enjoyed It a lot. Tristan was an interesting guide and gave us the opportunity to see the surroundings of Amsterdam with a quiet and different point of view.”

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10.Cat Ba: National Park Day Trip with Cycling and Kayaking

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 35 reviews · from $66

Spend nine active hours with a local English-speaking guide such as Van or Tony. Hike across Cat Ba National Park, stop at Frog Pond, eat lunch in Viet Hai, cycle to the harbor, kayak and swim in Lan Ha Bay, then cruise past Cai Beo Floating Village.

“We have a great day in Cat Ba Island with our guide Van. We make a fantastic trekking in the National park, physically demanding but very enjoyable. We had lunch at the village and then cycled to a small harbour. Then kayaking and swimming from a floating restaurant. We headed back to Catba town cruising near a floating fisherman village. Van, our guide, has been very helpful and explained a lot of things . Highly recommend.”

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11.Arusha:Canoeing/Kayaking &/or Cycling Adventure (with Lunch)

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 28 reviews · 4 - 10 hours · from $55

Start with 1.5 to 2 hours on Lake Duluti, spotting birds, monkeys, and monitor lizards with an English-speaking guide. Then cycle through coffee and banana farms to Mangalia Waterfall, taste mbege banana beer, and finish with local lunch. Guides such as Derrick and Derek are praised for their care and local insight.

“From the moment the driver picked us up the entire activity was very welcoming and nice. The guide was very knowledgeable about the birds and other animals we would see. The guide also tried to make the most of our canoeing. Every time he would spot an animal he would take the time and make sure we would be able to see it. The canoeing at the lake itself was very soothing ! Worth every penny !”

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