Lumpini Park is an inner-city haven of tranquility, fresh air and shade - offering city dwellers the perfect connection to nature. Named after the birthplace of the Lord Buddha in Nepal, the park is more than half a million square metres big, and the habitat of various flora and fauna. Historically, it dates back to the 1920s and was set to be an exhibition centre for Thai crafts and flower displays. Although this original vision was never fulfilled, Lumpini Park has over the years grown into the endearing centre for outdoor leisure activities for Bangkokians, who would convene before and after sunset to enjoy a round of jog, light workout, aerobics and a host of other recreational activities.

We start and finish the tour here at our lounge/office at Rama 3 road, Soi 71. Select your bicycle and gear up for a mini-adventure filled with bicycle fun.

One of Bangkok’s best-kept secrets is Khlong Toey Fresh Market, a chaotic, sprawling food market. It’s a travel photographer’s dream, packed with market vendors offering live produce, fresh fruit and vegetables and cooked local dishes. Eye-opening and enthralling, it’s a great insight into how locals live – and to where your moo manow really comes from.

Benjakiti Park, a spec of green amongst Sukhumvit’s high rise hotels and office blocks, is one of Bangkok’s most popular parks, offering a haven for joggers, cyclists and anyone in need of a quick escape from the big bad city. The park is dominated by a sizeable lake, and the two separate lanes around the perimeter have been designed specifically for segregated cycling and jogging (which for many, is more like walking thanks to the unrelenting evening heat). The water’s edge is also nicely framed by some pretty, well-maintained plant life and colourful flowers adding to the tranquility.

Is a typical Thai local temple where our guide will explain you some of the basics of Thai rites and culture.