Malaysia · CYCLING TOURS
Malaysia hands you more choice than time. These 15 cycling tours are the ones that survive the cut, priced, timed, and with the traveller verdict attached.
Cycle through Penang’s quiet countryside, fishing villages, farms, and plantations on an easy half-day tour from George Town.
“Lovely people, great guide who gave us lots of snippets of interesting information on our ride. The bikes are not great but they all worked, and the guide was able to fix/adjust those bikes that had any trouble.”
Cycle through Balik Pulau’s villages, orchards, plantations, and fishing jetties on an easy Penang countryside tour with local guides.
“Eddie was an excellent tour guide. Not only did we experience the lovely countryside and villages we also learnt about Malaysian culture and history. It was also a nice treat having snacks and ice cream during the tour. Thank you!”
Cycle 17 kilometers through Kuching’s heritage streets, Malay villages, and a floating kampong on this relaxed four-hour guided tour.
“BEST way to see Kuching! Our guide was fantastic - we saw all sorts of 'off the beaten path' spots that one would not otherwise see or know to look for. The bike ride was very reasonable, it was hot but expected, and we stopped along the way for bits of touristic information / refreshments / sights, etc. GREAT tour, definitely recommend!”
Cycle rural Penang through villages, farms, waterways, fishing paths, temples, and local food on this easy four-hour guided tour.
“Eng Choon Wooi our tour guide was awesome!! We took the eight hour tour of Penang city and Penang island. He spoke the three languages of Malaysia. Eng was raised in Penang. We took us to where we wanted to tour including Penang HillRead more”
Cycle through Penang’s Balik Pulau countryside, paddy fields, farms, and villages with local guides, snacks, hotel pickup, and easy flat roads.
“A nice ride through the countryside. Our guide was very enthusiastic and there were several stops along the way. Had a nice break for a refreshing drink and banana cake. The bikes were rather old and mine had a very uncomfortable seat. Easy pedalling as it was flat the whole way. A good activity but an early start to try and avoid as much of the heat”
Review of Langkawi’s countryside bike tour, with orchards, paddy fields, a waterfall stop, local treats, practical tips, and honest value advice.
“I had the best time on this bike ride! Afie was an amazing guide and knew so much about the area, I learned a lot. It was so well organized and they even provided coffee and snacks at the end :) would highly recommend this to anyone spending time in Langkawi!”
Cycle Langkawi’s rice fields and villages, swim at Durian Perangin Waterfall, and enjoy local sweets, coffee, and tea for $30.
“Leuke manier om iets van Langkawi te zien en de gids Maisi was super, zou wel aanraden om het in de ochtend te doen vanwege de warmte maar je kunt je daarna heerlijk opfrissen bij de watervallen”
Review of Penang’s private motorbike street food tour, with five local tastings, drinks, practical tips, price advice, and honest drawbacks.
“Highlight of Penang has to be the motorbike street food tour……5 courses at 5 different places. I hopped on a motorbike with Joe a very friendly tour guide who was great company and a very safe driver. The food will not be to everyone’s tastRead more”
Explore Kuala Lumpur’s hidden lanes, markets, temples, village homes, and local food by bike on this lively four-hour small-group tour.
“Absolutely incredible experience! Got to see so many amazing locations that would have gone unnoticed, and the guide really loves her job! A must do if you're in KL!!”
Cycle rural Langkawi with local guide Azri, visiting rice fields, markets, historic sites, sunset views, and a Malay food stop.
“A great bike ride in quiet Langkawi, away from tourist areas. Azri communicated with me clearly beforehand and explained things well while we rode. Malay lunch was an extra bonus.”
Ride with a local host through Penang for five street-food stops, personal stories, and a four-hour taste of real Georgetown life.
“Guides were extremely knowledgeable about the local culture. they were great riders. they were wellspoken and communicated with us from days before the trip to keep us informed. sightseeing excellent. ask for Jackey and Joe ask for them when you book the tour.”
Cycle Kuala Lumpur’s landmarks, temples, markets, and Kampong Baru with a local guide, hotel pickup, water, and a small group.
“Amazing ride! Tony and Selle are very enthusiastic and know their city very well, not to mention they make sure every rider's safety, keeping track of traffic and making sure nobody is missing at any moment. Highly recommended.”
Cycle through Kuala Lumpur after dark, sampling Malaysian food at warung, visiting Dataran Merdeka, and discovering local neighborhoods with a guide.
“Many insights, local food, different perspective of KL. Thanks Elena 💜”
Cycle Langkawi’s rice fields, fishing villages, markets, history, and lagoon on a private four-hour tour with a local guide.
“The perfect way to experience Langkawi up close and personal. See the highlights of the island with a wonderful guide who obviously loves where he lives. If you are comfortable on a bicycle this is the way to go. Easy flat ride.”
Ride rural roads, forest trails, and lake views outside Kuala Lumpur with local food, hotel pickup, bikes, and a small group guide.
“If you have got this far and found Backcountry Cycling my advice would be just book it! You won’t regret it. The scenery is amazing and you will get to see another side of Malaysia close up. Highlights: Seeing the light of KL just before sunrise Read more”
Pick a cave, a coastline or a hawker street.
