Thailand Mountain Biking Tour

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Head off the beaten path with diverse and challenging terrain over mountains, rice fields and along the Mekong River in the fabled Golden Triangle.

You'll shake off your jetlag in the kingdom’s high-octane capital, then enjoy a day exploring the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Ayutthaya and its stone palaces. You'll conquer steep roads in picture-postcard scenery in the northernmost province of Chiang Rai.

There's also a hike on an ancient hill tribe path through tea fields, to give those legs a change of activity.

Bangkok to Bangkok

Bangkok
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  • USD200 single room surcharge
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Thailand Mountain Biking Tour Fitness and Preparation

You'll stay in a selection of chic city hotels, boutique resorts and mountain villas.

Thailand is a country rich in culture and amazing cuisine, and this tour will get you right in amongst it all. You'll have an expert English-speaking guide available throughout, and a support van available.

Please enquire about pre- or post-tour extensions if you wish to stay in the region longer. And hang on for the ride of your life!

Moderate Tours

Moderate tours have an expectation that you have an interest and regularly participate in the activities. Routes chosen will require a reasonable level of fitness and experience on different terrains. Moderate tours are suitable for increasing your activities and pushing yourself to new limits.

Fitness required

An average level of fitness is required, you will need to be doing some form of exercise three-four times a week leading up to this tour.

Full Itinerary

DAY 1

Arrival Day: Bangkok

No biking

Welcome to Thailand, the 'Land of Smiles'. A private car will shuttle you from Bangkok Airport to your beautiful home away from home at the Majestic Grande. Upon check-in you'll receive your very own 'Adventure Kit', full of lots of tidbits including maps, a trip overview, and tips to help you make the most of your time here.

Meals: None

DAY 2

Bangkok

No biking, but every other form of urban transport imaginable!

Today is our 'Bangkok Multi-Transport Adventure.' We'll tick off 5 must-see sites, travelling via tuk-tuk, motorcycle, rapid train, boat and taxi in a citywide blitz of temples, alleyways, rivers, canals and fine eateries. You'll gain a true appreciation of what the Thai people call the 'City of Angels'. Not only can you tick Bangkok off your list, but you'll do it in style!

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

DAY 3

Bangkok to Ayutthaya to Chiang Rai

Biking: 20 km (paved roads)

Today, we'll have our ancient Ayutthaya adventure. Before its sacking by the Burmese in 1767, Ayutthaya was the crowning jewel of Siam. The kingdom was established in 1350, and became one of the wealthiest cities in the East. We'll take a private shuttle from Bangkok, then use Mary-Poppins-style bicycles to explore the ancient ruins and stone palaces that make up this UNESCO World Heritage Site. After our day exploring, we'll shuttle back to Bangkok and catch an early evening flight to the country's northernmost province, Chiang Rai.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

DAY 4

Chiang Rai and surrounds

Biking: 35–50 km

It's all about bikes, boats and elephants today. We'll cycle through the city of Chiang Rai, then place our bikes on a private longtail boat and head upriver to a charming hill tribe village. This Karen settlement is surrounded by limestone mountains and is an ideal venue for an elephant ride and some hill tribe cuisine. It's also the starting point for an epic biking day on sealed roads, dirt roads, and single tracks. We'll navigate back roads, passing the villages of Ahka and Lisu, heading back to Chiang Rai. Tonight we'll sample local specialties at one of the city's hippest restaurants.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 5

Chiang Rai to Wawi

Biking: 55–100 km

It's a big ride today as we head behind the Doi Chaang mountain range to Wawi. The range is famous for northern Thai Arabica-style coffee. This far-flung outpost is inhabited mainly by Yunnan Chinese, and is not even on most country maps. Dig in for a challenging day in the saddle as you cruise flats and creep up challenging climbs through incredible scenery. You'll also see a lot of the local people, who love to smile. Tonight, enjoy a Thai-Chinese meal on a balcony over looking Wawi valley.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 6

Wawi to Mae Salak to Tha Ton to Mae Salak

Biking: 20–70 km

This is the ultimate combo day, sure to please every kind of rider. We start with a short climb, then an electrifying 12 km downhill on a dirt road to a valley and into Chiang Mai province. Next we'll make our way through the valley, following the main river to Tha Ton, a traditional stop for ancient Chinese and Burmese hill tribe caravans. Enjoy a 20 km spin back to the resort, or we can put your bike in a boat to the pier at our bamboo hotel.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 7

Chiang Rai province

Hiking: 15 km

Today, put on your hiking shoes for a hill-top hiatus. We'll trek through terraced tea and rice plantations, hill tribe villages and the rolling mountains around Doi Mae Salong. This region was settled first by indigenous hilltribe groups such as the Lahu and the Ahka people, known for their art and thatched houses. More recently, the area has been settled by Yunnanese from China who fled the Communist Revolution. An afternoon shuttle takes us to the luxurious Phu Chai Sai Mountain Resort and Spa.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

DAY 8

Mae Fah Luang to Doi Tung to Mae Sai to Golden Triangle

Biking: 60–90 km (600 m up)

Start with a locally-grown coffee before pedaling along a ridge (12 km, 500 m up) to the summit of Doi Chang Mub, one of the province's highest mountains. Then, head along a breathtaking road that literally straddles the Thai-Myanmar border. Hang on to your handlebars as a long, dramatic descent brings you to the country's northernmost city, Mae Sai. A final flat stretch through farmland takes you into the infamous Golden Triangle.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 9

Golden Triangle to Chiang Khong

Biking: 80 km

We visit the world-class 'Hall of Opium' to learn about the historic importance of this distinctive region, and the role this illicit drug has played through the years. Then, the final ride of the trip is an epic one. Make your way through lush farmland, weave around quiet rural villages and slither along the banks of the mighty Mekong River to our final destination: the charming town of Chiang Khong. Most of the riding is on paved country roads.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 10

Departure Day: Chiang Khong to Bangkok

No biking

This morning, soak up the majestic views of the Mekong. Around midday we'll say goodbye to Chiang Khong, and board a shuttle to Chiang Rai airport, where we'll board our Thai Airways flight to Bangkok. We're sure you'll leave us already dreaming about your next adventure. Krang na, pope gan mai na (see you again next time).

Meals: Breakfast

Tour Inclusions and Exclusions:

Tour Includes:

  • A selection of chic city hotels, boutique resorts and mountain villas
  • Thai and Western guides
  • Meals as per the itinerary
  • Bike hire
  • Guided sightseeing tours with all entry fees
  • All transport including airport transfers
  • Return flight Bangkok to Chiang Rai
  • Mobile phone
  • Adventure kit
  • Snacks

Tour Excludes:

  • International flight to and from Bangkok
  • Airport taxes
  • Travel insurance (We insist you have one)
  • Emergency evacuation due to any natural calamity or any unforeseen events
  • Optional trips and sightseeing tours
  • Additional nights at the beginning or end of trip
  • Soft/alcoholic drinks
  • Bar bills and laundry
  • Tips
  • Excess baggage charges