Three day leisure bike tour around of Chiang Mai

Code: CNX-CLMR

Departure at 08:30 am

Overview

This three day leisure bike tour around Chiang Mai will give you a good idea about the farmer's daily life activities and a further insight into the Thai way of life. In short, a good introduction to 'the real Thailand'. The biking is on well planned routes down quiet roads and lanes, chosen for the interest and contact with the Thai countryside and Thai way of life. The bike tour is for the adventurous person, reasonably fit and with an interest in bicycling, agriculture, local culture, history, Thai rural life and scenery.

Day 1: About 40 km flat. (L, D)

After a short safety briefing and bike fitting, we cycle down narrow lanes through some of Chiang Mai’s interesting neighborhoods, past beautiful houses and through areas rarely seen by tourists. The mountains of the Doi Pui range are a splendid backdrop as we follow the flow of the Ping River. The bike route continues on country roads through beautiful changing scenery. We witness the farmer’s daily life activities and introduce you to ‘the real Thailand’. Our first night is in a countryside resort with swimming pool. Nearby is a reservoir for the more energetic to explore.

Day 2: About 30 km, with 6 km gently rolling. (B, L, D)

Today’s biking will give us further insight into the Thai way of life. We pass a Chinese cemetery and glimpse tantalizing views of a temple on top of a hill. We visit the beautiful temple, which is also an important social center and school for the area. After a visit to the local market, we continue through rice fields, orchards, and small villages. The cycling day will end at a resort with hot springs. The water in your room and in the swimming pool is directly tapped from the hot springs. There are facilities for traditional massage, mud baths, sauna, and jacuzzi, all at reasonable prices. Don’t hesitate to indulge in these luxuries to recuperate from the strains of the day.

Day 3: About 70 km, with 10 km gently rolling. (B, L)

This is the longest day of the bike tour but we feel fit to tackle the challenge. The first 10 km, we cross some low hills. The scenery is beautiful and different. The country flattens out and we are back into an area of paddy fields. We pass a large standing Buddha protruding from the flat countryside. Soon we join the Ping River, the banks lush with growth due to the availability of water throughout the year. A visit to a former leper colony, now a rehabilitation center, gives some insight into the activities of the missionaries in days gone bye. A visit to the ancient ruins of Wiang Kum Kam, the former site of Chiang Mai, rounds off the day. You will soon be looking back with pleasure at the highlights of this adventurous biking tour.

Facts

Duration: 3 days, 2 nights
Distance: total biking distance is about 140 km, mainly flat with 16 km gently rolling
Group size: 02-12 people
Category: leisure biking
Key features: Thai rural life and scenery, reservoir, orchards, paddy fields, former leper colony and the ruins of Wiang Kum Kam
Included: English speaking biking guide, modified mountain bike with 24 gears and front suspension, helmet (mandatory), insurance, snacks and bottled water, meals as specified in the itinerary, B-breakfast, L-lunch, D-dinner
Accommodation*: first night; countryside resort, open air restaurant with good Thai food, large garden with swimming pool. Second night; Thai resort, open air restaurant, very large landscaped gardens with hot springs, jacuzzi, swimming pool and spa facilities.
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General information

Bicycles: adapted mountain bikes, also know as comfort bikes, with 24 gears and front suspension are used for their versatility and comfort. The bikes come equipped with water bottle carriers, rack and panniers. Both men and lady bikes are available.
Clothes: suitable cycling clothes are shorts and firm footwear. Please no loose fitting dresses that can get caught up in wheels, and no flip-flops. Your safety is a major concern to us. We provide a light poncho during the rainy season.
Packing list: sunglasses, sun block, insect repellent, pocket money and a small camera. You will receive a complete packing list after your booking of this bike tour is confirmed.
Support: this environmentally friendly bike tour does not need a support vehicle; however back up is provided when necessary.

Important: people with particular requirements are advised to bring their own pedals, shoes, saddles, helmets and other personal items of cycling clothes.

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* If you are interested in a similar three day leisure bike tour but appreciate smaller and more luxurious boutique style accommodation then we recommend you our bike tour code: CNX-CLMR+.

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