Co van Kessel - Tours & Experiences

Co van Kessel - Tours & Experiences Half and full-day bicycle tours of Bangkok and Chiang Mai. We take you off the beaten path to show you the REAL Thailand!
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Co van Kessel, an innovative and adventurous Dutchman, pioneered bicycle tours in Bangkok more than 30 years ago. As a longtime resident and self-professed lover of Bangkok, he understood very well the picture of accelerated urban development (gridlocked traffic, concrete towers, and choking pollution) that has plagued the recent image of the city. He also had a hunch that this was not what Bangko

k or Thailand was all about. Making it his goal to re-discover Bangkok, Co spent thousands of hours on his mountain bike exploring the vast network of local streets, alleyways, footpaths and canals between the main urban thoroughfares. What he found, lurking behind the facade of modernization, were hidden worlds of peace and tranquility, a picture of “real” Thai life that has remained unchanged for countless decades; an identity of a city that is true to the Thai people, yet largely unknown to outsiders. Whether it’s the colorful sights and smells of the local markets, the fascinating life of locals along the canals, or the surprising existence of bountiful green belts, Co discovered the essence of what makes Bangkok one of Asia’s most captivating cities. Since then, it has been his mission to share these discoveries with the rest of the world. Sadly, with his passing in July, 2012, Co is no longer with us to see his vision through. However, armed with not only his inspiration, but also his bountiful knowledge, the CVK team will now carry on the torch of bicycle-based discovery in Bangkok… just the way Co would have wanted it! Our mission at Co van Kessel Bangkok Tours is to provide our guests with a singularly unique travel experience in Thailand. All our tours use Co’s extensive topographical knowledge of the greater Bangkok area as well as his keen eye for the interesting to take you where nobody else can or will. We aim not to bore you with talk, but to immerse you in an experience where your individual fascinations emerge. Bicycles, boats, and our feet become the tools we use to gain access to the previously inaccessible, behind-the-scenes lifestyle of the Thai. Here the roots of an ancient culture will become evident in a way you never could have imagined.

BEHIND THE SCENES:  During these busy weeks, we sometimes have a quick lunch together somewhere in our office in between...
03/08/2025

BEHIND THE SCENES: During these busy weeks, we sometimes have a quick lunch together somewhere in our office in between doing 2 tours. 💪

This lovely guest just learned how to cycle a while ago, and she did great!! 💪😎
25/07/2025

This lovely guest just learned how to cycle a while ago, and she did great!! 💪😎

On July 15, we remember our founder Mr. Jacobus van Kessel, who passed away in 2012. 🙏As he wished, we continue to give ...
15/07/2025

On July 15, we remember our founder Mr. Jacobus van Kessel, who passed away in 2012. 🙏

As he wished, we continue to give back to the Bangkok community each year on this day — honoring the city he loved and the legacy he left behind.

Kids in the North Eastern region of Thailand using our yellow bicycles to get to school!  Go get them kids! 🥰🤩Yearly bic...
01/07/2025

Kids in the North Eastern region of Thailand using our yellow bicycles to get to school! Go get them kids! 🥰🤩

Yearly bicycle donations are part of our Cycle2School-project where we aim to give back to the community where possible.

Lunch time, cycling makes hungry 🥰
28/06/2025

Lunch time, cycling makes hungry 🥰

Crossing the Chao Phraya river for some more exploring of Bangkok' s residential Thonburi vibes.
13/06/2025

Crossing the Chao Phraya river for some more exploring of Bangkok' s residential Thonburi vibes.

Today we are at  .. Bangkok World Bicycle Day 2025!
03/06/2025

Today we are at .. Bangkok World Bicycle Day 2025!

Follow Mike around Bangkok's Chinatown!
23/05/2025

Follow Mike around Bangkok's Chinatown!

Lovely words from Canada!  This is what makes our efforts so beautifull! 🥰💪"The love and pride of Bangkok and Thailand w...
05/05/2025

Lovely words from Canada! This is what makes our efforts so beautifull! 🥰💪

"The love and pride of Bangkok and Thailand was palpable from the staff. There were so many “pinch me moments” during both tours it didn’t even feel real what we experienced. Our whole group was astounded by the scenery, sites, smells and noises of Bangkok - we had ALL the feels. What an adventure!

Perhaps my most favourite part of the whole tour was listening to Benny and “opening my whole heart and mind to Bangkok”. Thank you for sharing your beautiful city and culture with our family. We had an absolute blast!!!! "

Training day:  When the schedule allows, we explore together to update and share our knowledge!  Always great fun! 🥳🥸
20/04/2025

Training day: When the schedule allows, we explore together to update and share our knowledge! Always great fun! 🥳🥸

Songkran; the world's biggest water fight! 💦  Enjoyed the cultural and more playfull sides of the Thai New year.  Blesse...
17/04/2025

Songkran; the world's biggest water fight! 💦

Enjoyed the cultural and more playfull sides of the Thai New year. Blessed and ready for a whole new year! 🥳🙏🥰🚲

Next week, Thailand celebrates Songkran, the Thai New year 🇹🇭.  Traditionally, Songkran is about washing away the old ye...
08/04/2025

Next week, Thailand celebrates Songkran, the Thai New year 🇹🇭. Traditionally, Songkran is about washing away the old year and starting fresh. On the streets .. it's water guns and fun everywhere!

We explore as normal, giving a unique way to see how locals really celebrate! 🥳🚲

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River City Shopping Center (Rm. 164), 23 Charoen Krung Road, Soi 24
Bangkok
10100

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จันทร์ 06:00 - 19:00
อังคาร 06:00 - 19:00
พุธ 06:00 - 19:00
พฤหัสบดี 06:00 - 19:00
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