Two-day family bike tour east of Chiang Mai

Code: CNX-CLMW

Departure at 08:30 am

Overview

This two days Chiang Mai family bike tour east of Chiang Mai is a suitable bike tour for families with children or for larger parties. The cycling 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 cycling, agriculture, local culture, rural life and scenery.

Itinerary

Day 1: About 37 km flat. (L, D)

After a short safety briefing and bike fitting, we weave our way through quiet lanes, featuring Lanna architecture in some of Chiang Mai’s interesting neighbourhoods not frequented by tourists. The mountains of the Doi Pui range are a splendid backdrop as we follow the flow of the Ping River. The cycling route continues onto country roads through beautiful and varied sceneries. We witness the farmer’s daily life activities and introduce you to ‘the real Thailand’. Your accommodation is in a countryside resort with a swimming pool. There is plenty of space for children to enjoy themselves.

Day 2: About 41 km flat. (B, L)

After breakfast, we visit the nearby dam and reservoir. We then continue our cycling journey on beautiful country roads through ever changing landscapes with orchards, paddy fields, irrigation canals and small villages. Slowly and surely, we approach the outskirts of Chiang Mai. Via a well-chosen cycling route of small streets and alleyways, we avoid heavy traffic and arrive back at your hotel, where you can relax and unwind from an exciting cycling adventure.

Facts

Duration: 2 days, 1 night, about 4 hours cycling each day
Distance: total cycling distance is about 78 km, mainly flat
Group size: 2-12 people
Category: leisure cycling tour, families with children are welcome
Key features: Thai rural life and varied sceneries, reservoir, orchards and paddy fields
Included: English speaking cycling 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: countryside resort, open air restaurant with good Thai food, large garden with swimming pool
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General information

Bicycles: adapted mountain bikes, also known as comfort bikes, with 24 gears and front suspension are used for their multifunctionality and comfort. The bikes are equipped with water bottle carriers, rack and panniers. Frames for both men and women as well as a tandem are available. We also have equipment suited for young children such as children's bike seats, a bicycle trailer, trail-gator tow bars, trailer bikes with 6 gears and children's mountain bikes with front suspension and 21 gears.
Clothes: suitable 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 cycling tour is confirmed.
Support: this environmentally friendly cycling 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.
Remark: the use of GPS or other tracking devices is not allowed during our tours.

When: this tour can be booked on following days:

Day	Mon	Tue	Wed	Thu	Fri	Sat	Sun
Private	N	N	Y	Y	Y	Y	Y
Join*	N	N	Y	N	N	Y	N

* Minimum 2 people are needed to operate the join tour.

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