Andman Highlights bike tour from Pedalers Pub & Grille

Cycling the best of Asia, Alaska and the Pacific since 1987

“Dramatic landscapes of towering rock pillars and lush forests.
Delight in the beauty pedaling and exploring the Andaman Coast.”

Thailand's Andaman Coast features more variety of environments than most other coastal regions of the world. From dense mangroves forests to the incredibly bizarre karst limestone islands to picturesque beaches. For several years now guests have enjoyed this region on our Multi Sport (biking & kayaking) tour called Thailand Land & Sea. Our new Andaman Highlights offers the same spectacular landscapes in a bike-only journey through paradise.

Your journey begins with a ride across the Kra Isthmus, through rubber tree and oil palm plantations, past ancient Buddhist temples tucked away in limestone caves and through small villages. As we work our way into the heart of the isthmus, the dramatic limestone cliffs, that define the Andaman's character, start rising from the thick forests and rice paddies. The landscapes are unlike anything you may have seen in the Americas or Europe, photographic vistas appear at every curve in the road.

Once we reach the coast, the landscapes vary from groves of coconut palms to green farmlands to the towering Karst limestone out-croppings to historic seaport towns. We will take a break from cycling to explore Phang Nga Bay National Park by boat, enjoying more of the limestone cliifs, this time rising up out of the deep blue sea. Then finish our Thailand cycling holiday on the white sand beaches of Ao Nang, near Krabi town, enjoying fresh caught seafood at our finale dinner as the sun sets over the Andaman Sea. It is a grand way to explore southern Thailand on a bike tour.

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Ride the Andaman
7 days (5 days cycling)
Inn to Inn

Level

Price
$1675 - Scheduled Dates
$1925 - At Your Request (2-5 guests)

Next Departure
4 June 2012
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Scheduled Departures
4 June 2012
2 July 2012
5 November 2012
3 December 2012
7 January 2013
4 February 2013
4 March 2013
1 April 2013
(less dates)

Itinerary
Day 1 - arrive Surat Thani; Day 2 - cycle to Khao Sok; Day 3 - bike to Khao Lak; Day 4 - cycling to Phang Nga; Day 5 - boat to Phang Nga Bay; Day 6 - bicycle to Ao Nang; Day 7 - depart

Route Character
Paved roads, moderate traffic, flat terrain

Mileage
Total: 186 mi / 304 km
Daily Avg: 46 mi / 76 km

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Day by Day Itinerary

Day 1 - We will meet you at Surat Thani Airport this afternoon, then transfer to our nearby lodge. After checking into our hotel, we will set up everyone's bike before tour orientation and your first taste of the awesome Thai cuisine prepared in this part of the country.

Day 2 - After breakfast, we are off on our bikes, pedaling through the flat coastal agricultural areas surrounding Surat Thani. Off in the distance, you will see the rugged outlines of the Karst mountains slowly growing taller and more distinct as we approach. As we reach this seemingly impenetrable mountain range, you will discover it is actually numerous tall narrow peaks with flat spaces in between allowing easy passage through. Our goal is Khao Sok National Park nestled in amongst the peaks. 41 mi / 66 km

Day 3 - Pedaling to the coast today, we will first be riding to historic Takua Pa town and then on to our stop for tonight in Hat Khao Lak. This up and coming beach area sits just to the north of the National Park with the same name. The picturesque beaches of Hat Khao Lak, while seeing an increase in development, still present a quiet getaway. Our lodge tonight is perched dramatically on a cliff overlooking the bay and town. 49 mi / 73 km

Day 4 - We will leave the coast behind for most of today's ride as we head inland and wind our ways through the heart of the isthmus. This area is filled with small villages, farms and rubber plantations, where they still harvest the sap and make rubber the traditional way. Our lodging for tonight will be outside Phang Nga town, surrounded by the towering limestone cliffs that proliferate throughout the region. 40 mi / 64 km

Day 5 - This morning we will leave the bikes behind and enjoy a boat trip through the breathtaking islands of Phang Nga Bay. Our long tail boat will take us to visit the towering linestone outcroppings that dot the bay, perhaps if the tides allow, we might be able to explore isnide one of the hongs or sea caves that potmark the cliffs. The afternoon is free to enjoy a traditional Thai massage or relax poolside for a while.

Day 6 - Our day of pedaling takes us on a meandering route through the fantastic karst landscapes. Our route is inland and not along the coast today, but the views are awesome and the cycling pretty flat. We will leave the main road before we reach Krabi town itself and head back to the coast, to our lodge at Ao Nang Beach one of the prettiest in the region . . . towering cliffs dropping straight into deep blue waters. 60 mi / 96 km

Day 7 - After breakfast we will be shuttling folks to Krabi Airport for your flights home on onward to more adventures.

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Scheduled Dates:
Tour cost: $1675

At Your Request: (private departures)
Tour cost: $1925 (2 to 5 guests)
Tour cost: $1675 (6 or more guests)

Optional Costs:
Single supplement: $595
Bike rental: $175

Deposits:
Tour deposit: $200
Bike rental deposit: $25

Scheduled Departures
4 June 2012
2 July 2012
5 November 2012
3 December 2012
7 January 2013
4 February 2013
4 March 2013
1 April 2013

At Your Request:
Private departures can be arranged pretty much year round. December thru March has the least amount of rain. But the "green" season from April through November is still great for cycling. Get your wheels rolling and request your At Your Request date today. Plan a trip for your bike club or corporate incentive, contact us for more details.

Lodging:
Boutique Hotels, Inns & Resorts
... More about this trip's inns.

What's Included:

6 nights Accommodation in the area's better hotels (double occupancy)
Meals from Dinner on Day 1 until Breakfast on Day 7, except as noted in itinerary
Water, sodas or beer included at dinner
Service of bilingual Team Pedalers Guide(s)
Full Van Support
Daily route directions and maps
Sightseeing and cultural activities
Airport pick up & drop off

Meeting & Flights:
Meet at Surat Thani Airport on Day 1.

Fly into Surat Thani (URT) before 4 pm on Day 1
Fly out of Krabi (KBV) after 10 am on Day 7

NOTE: Due to the late night arrival from and early morning departure of flights to North America, most guests will need to overnight in Bangkok going both directions.

Check current airfares to: Bangkok

Domestic Flights:
We suggest booking your flight between Bangkok & Surat Thani and Krabi separately from your international flight, as it will usually work out much more economical. For ease of connecting with international flights at Bangkok's Suvarnabhumi Airport, we suggest using either Thai Airways, Bangkok Airways or Air Asia. For more info on the various carriers and links to their websites, please visit our Thai Travel page.

Route Conditions:
The entire ride is on paved roads, most with nice pavement and wide shoulders. Traffic is moderate to light and very bike friendly. The route is suitable for performance road, sport road and touring bikes. Terrain is a mix flat, with some moderate hills midway through the route and at the finish point.

Visas & Travel Documents:
Passports are required for all guests. Your passport should have at least 6 months validity past your intended travel dates. Visas are not required for citizens of the USA, Canada, UK, EU, Japan, Australia and New Zealand, a 30 day Entry Permit is issued upon arrival in Bangkok.

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Bicycle Tours & Cycling Holidays

Ride The
Andaman

Thailand

Bicycle Tours & Cycling Holidays

Ride TheAndaman

Ride The
Andaman