Adventures Travel Tips Find all the latest stories, advice, tips and tricks to help you plan your cycling holidays Travel Tips Find all the latest stories, advice, tips and tricks to help you plan your cycling holidays All NGO Network City Guides Essential Info Responsible Travel Inspiration Iran Cambodia Vietnam Laos Samoa Colombia Mongolia Lone Buffalo Laos NGOLAOS: based in Phonsavan, this NGO has a wide variety of amazing programs Cycling Routes from Vientiane to Luang PrabangLAOS: Here are all the details to our cycling route between Vientiane and Luang Prabang, as part of our Social Cycles ride. Risk Free Travel in a post COVID worldRESPONSIBLE TRAVEL: What a crazy few years COVID has dumped on us! Find out how to travel in 2022 HopeBox Vietnam NGOVIETNAM: Learn more about how HopeBox is tackling the global issue of Gender Based Violence in Vietnam. 9 Foods You Have To Try From IranIRAN: Foods you have to try when travelling in Iran, with links to recipes you can make at home! 10 things you'll experience on a Vietnam holidayVIETNAM: Not all holidays to Vietnam are the same! Check out what makes Social Cycles unique! Short Term Volunteering OptionsINSPIRATION: You don't need to travel to volunteer abroad. In a world that has come to a standstill, NGOs need help now more than ever. Find out what helping looks like. The Mental Health Benefits of CyclingINSPIRATION: We look at how cycling can improve mental health, and how to get started on your journey. How Social Cycles startedHow Social Cycles became a reality after an epic independent cycle across the globe from London to Melbourne. Cambodia is Open for Travel! But there's a catch!CAMBODIA: Want to travel to Cambodia? Borders are open but it'll set you back a US$3000 deposit to cover a few compulsory medical expenses. Check out the breakdown and how it works. Cambodia Travel Outlook Amidst COVID-19CAMBODIA: Updated 19th May. When can we go travelling again? We look at the local details for clues. What's Wrong With Giving Money to Poor Children?RESPONSIBLE TRAVEL: Is it wrong to help a local poor child in the street by giving them a couple of dollars? What's the worst that could happen? COVID-19 and our futureSocial Cycles founder, Brett Seychell, shares some insight into the future for Social Cycles, and what the travel industry looks like beyond the COVID-19 pandemic. The unexpected transformations of a cycling holidayINSPIRATION: Get an insight into 'transformative travel' as we learn how your holiday can benefit you, the community and the planet. Small tips that can make big differences in your journey. Best cycling routes in Northern LaosLAOS: Discover some of the nest, cherry picked cycling routes in northern Laos, as per our tours! Coronavirus Travel UpdateRESPONSIBLE TRAVEL: Seperate the fear from the facts and learn exactly what is happening in each of the country we run tours in, including flights and entry conditions. Ethical Evolution of VoluntourismRESPONSIBLE TRAVEL: Want to give back whilst on holiday? Read this first and make sure the impact you give is a positive one. Best Cycling Routes in Vietnam's SouthVIETNAM: Discover the best cycling routes around Vietnam's Mekong Delta. With GPS routes and photos, find the bike paths that are right for you. Best things to do in MongoliaMONGOLIA: Useful tips on how to spend your time in the Mongolian wilderness with real authentic experiences. Balancing passion, purpose and profit in small businessRESPONSIBLE TRAVEL: What to consider when you're thinking about starting your own business in the social enterprise world. Purpose, passion and profit. Top 5 countries to cycle in SE AsiaLooking for a cycling holiday in South East Asia but not sure where to start? Top things to do in SaigonVIETNAM: Our favourite tips for the best street food, responsible souvenirs and top sights! Top things to do in Can ThoVIETNAM: Our favourite tips for the best street food, responsible souvenirs and top sights in Can Tho Top things to do in Luang PrabangLAOS: Our favourite tips for the best street food, responsible souvenirs and top sights! Iran Travel AdviceIRAN: Everything you need to know before you travel to Iran. Iran Cycle Tour ReviewWant to know what it’s like to travel in Iran by bike? Hear it from one of our most recent travellers, Andrew Banks Is Iran safe to travel? In 2012, during a world cycling adventure from London to Melbourne, Brett started a journey through Iran by bike. 11 FAQ's on Social Cycles guided toursTempted to sign up to a cycle adventure but have a few reservations and concerns about the cycling component? You’re not alone. Chumkriel Language SchoolCAMBODIA: The aim of Chumkriel Language School is to provide quality education for students and to improve the living standards of the salt field community. Mongolia Travel AdviceMONGOLIA: Visas, flights, safety, what to pack, internet, sleeping etc Top things to do in HanoiVIETNAM: Find the best street food, hidden cafes, responsible souvenirs and the cities must see sights! Top things to do in Siem ReapCAMBODIA: Find the best street food, hidden cafes, responsible souvenirs and the cities must see sights! Top things to do in BattambangCAMBODIA: Find the best street food, hidden cafes, responsible souvenirs and the cities must see sights! Top things to do in UlaanbaatarMONGOLIA: Find the best street food, hidden cafes, responsible souvenirs and the cities must see sights! Top things to do in TehranIRAN: Find the best street food, hidden cafes, responsible souvenirs and the cities must see sights! Top things to do in Phnom PenhCAMBODIA: Find the best street food, hidden cafes, responsible souvenirs and the cities must see sights! Top things to do in Kashan, IranIRAN: Our inside tips about where to find the best food, places to shop and things to do in the wonderful city of Kashan. 5 Reasons why Samoa should be your next holidaySAMOA: Some of the planets best beaches, swimming holes, water activities and cycling. Top things to do in KampotCAMBODIA: Find the best street food, hidden cafes, responsible souvenirs and the cities must see sights! UXO Bombs in LaosLAOS: Learn more about the horrific remnants of the secret war and how these unexploded bombs affect lives some 50 years later. 5 reasons not to support orphanagesRESPONSIBLE TRAVEL: Behind the scenes as to where your donation money to orphanages can really go Samoa Travel AdviceSAMOA: Everything you need to know about Samoa before you travel Cambodia Travel AdviceCAMBODIA: Everything you need to know about Cambodia before you travel Vietnam Travel AdviceVIETNAM: Everything you need to know about Cambodia before you travel Laos Travel AdviceLAOS: Everything you need to know about Laos before you travel Colombia Travel AdviceCOLOMBIA: Everything you need to know about Colombia before you travel How to get a tourist visa for IranIRAN: The easiest way to get a visa for Iran for all nationalities, including USA, CA and UK. Mekong Plus NGO VietnamVIETNAM: A snapshot into the world of Mekong Plus NGO. Incredible programs that empower those living in acute poverty. Friends International NGOA snapshot into the incredible NGO of Friends International, based in Phnom Penh. This Life Cambodia NGOCAMBODIA: Siem Reap based NGO with amazing consultative, strategic approach leading to true sustainability. Brown Girl WokeSAMOA: Amazing NGO teaching young women about boundaries through traditional dance and empowerment. Sustainable CambodiaCAMBODIA: Pursat province based NGO doing great things with Community Development and Education. NGO NetworkRead more about the Social Cycles NGO Network located throughout the world, on all of our rides. Solo travel in CambodiaShould you travel in Cambodia by yourself? Read about our tips and advice and how to make the most out of your Cambodia adventure What does Mongolia look like?MONGOLIA: Highlights from our Mongolia May 2019 adventure. No photographers, no staging, no filters. Just real images from a real adventure. Independent Travel Cycling vs Small Group ToursINSPIRATION: What's right for you? An independent trip with your bags and your bike, or joining a small group on an organised tour itinerary? Read this post to help decide! Load More Brett Seychell +61 479 108 222 [email protected] 696 Bourke St, Melbourne 3000 about us How we started Our purpose Your donations Responsible travel Meet the team NGO partners Private adventures Corporate teams Self guided destinations Cambodia Laos Iran Samoa Vietnam Mongolia Colombia connect Name Email Let's stay in touch Facebook Twitter Instagram Linkedin Youtube responsibletravel recommends Social Cycles Brett Seychell +61 479 108 222 [email protected] 696 Bourke St, Melbourne 3000 connect Facebook Twitter Instagram Linkedin Youtube Name Email Let's stay in touch