Itinerary (day-by-day)

Day 1 - Your bike tour group will gather today in the vibrant northern city of Chiang Mai. After checking into our lodge, we will get everyone set up with their bikes, then head out for a traditional northern Khan Toke dinner with classical and hill tribe dancing.

Day 2 - This morning we head south of town to explore the ruins of Wiang Kum Kam, site of the first city built by King Mengrai some 700 years ago. Unfortunately his choice of land was subject to frequent floods, so after a short while he moved the city to it's current locale. In the afternoon we will wend our way back into the town, exploring the old town area with its historic Wats (temples) and ancient fortifications. Tonight we enjoy dinner at our favorite restaurant perched on the banks of the Mae Ping (Ping River) which flows through the heart of the city. 22 mi / 35 kms

Day 3 - We head north this morning, following small roads along the Mae Ping through villages and past flower farms. Lunch time will find us in the town of Mae Rim, where we will break from cycling to visit an orchid grower, butterfly farm and the Mae Rim Elephant camp, where we enjoy a demonstration of the elephant's former work. IN late afternoon, we remount our bikes for a beautiful ride through emerald rice paddies and past colorful temples en route to our overnight stop in the village of Baan Rai. 31 mi / 50 kms

Day 4 - Our morning ride takes us first to Mae Malai, where we visit a traditional market featuring a broad selection of local vegetables, fruits and fish, along with a tasty array of prepared foods from pad se yu (noodles) to fried insects. We will also visit the magnificent Wat Baan Den, before heading north into the rolling, forested countryside. Our bike tour winds down the day at a picturesque resort tucked in amongst the impressive karst hills ... relax by the lake with a cold Singha beer or on the porch of your teak cottage hidden in the trees. 57 mi / 92 kms

Day 5 - After breakfast this morning, we will pedal up to a beautiful giant Buddha, perched beneath the golden cliffs, then enjoy a thrilling descent onto the agricultural realm around Fang. We will also visit Tham Tub Tao, an ancient temple complex with 100s of Buddha images inside a giant cavern. Each year a gathering of 2500 monks takes place at this temple and has been happening for hundreds of years. In the afternoon we arrive at Doi Pha Hom Pok National Park, Thailand's answer to Yellowstone with geysers and hot springs. Our bungalows overlook the geyser field and we can enjoy soaks in pools fed by natural hot springs. 39 mi / 63 kms

Day 6 - The last day of the Thailand leg of this bike tour pedals across the flat plains of the far north. Our first stop is in Mae Ai, where we will spend some time exploring Wat Mae Ai Luang, with its historic wooden temple featuring Burmese architecture. Then we roll further north to Tha Ton, our overnight stopping point. After lunch beside the river, we will set out on a beautiful ride along the Mae Kok through farmlands and forests, culminating in a climb to Baan Yapa, a Padaung Village. The Padaung are also known as Long Neck Women and you have the opportunity to watch them create their traditional woven scarves. Our last night's celebratory dinner will be at a great restaurant overlooking the Mae Kok River. 40 mi / 64 kms

Day 7 - After an early breakfast we shuttle to the Chiang Mai Airport for our flight to Siem Reap. In the afternoon, we will set out to explore the town or you can relax poolside at our hotel.

Day 8 - We pedal the short 10km from Siem Reap to Angkor Wat, and start our explorations of this unique temple complex. Depending on the groups' desire, we can cycle anywhere from 17 to 24 kms of the Small Circuit between Angkor Wat and Phnom Bakeng, with stops at the Death Gate, Victory Gate, Terraces of Elephants and Leper King, and Srah Srang. Watch the sunset from Phnom Bakeng. 31 mi / 50 kms

Day 9 - Today's ride takes us on the Grand Circuit, starting from the magnificent rose sandstone temple of Banteay Srei, with it's magnificent carvings. The 31km Grand Circuit explores the ruined, jungle temple of Preah Khan, Neak Pean Temple, famous for its sacred pools and Banteay Kdei. In late afternoon we will roll back to Siem Reap via picturesque country lanes. 33 mi / 53 kms

Day 10 - This morning we will enjoy a boat ride on the Tonle Sap lake. This is the largest permanent fresh-water lake in South East Asia and flows into Tonle Sap River, joining the Mekong in Phnom Penh. We will see a fishermen "floating village" with floating schools, floating police station, etc. It is same as a big village floating on the lake, and the "village" move from place to place following water levels and current. Return to hotel for check out and transfer to airport for your onward flight. Khap khun khap, sawasdee khap

Prices:

Tour cost: $2650
Single supplement: $575
Tour deposit: $400

Lodging:

Deluxe Hotels and Resorts
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What's Included:

• 9 nights Accommodation in the area's better hotels (double occupancy)
• All meals from Dinner on Day 1 until Breakfast on Day 10
• Water, sodas and beer included at dinner
• Flight from Chiang Mai to Siem Reap
• 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:

The tour meets in the afternoon of Day 1 at Chiang Mai Airport. Guides will meet your incoming flight between 12 noon and 5 pm, please plan your flights to arrive accordingly.

The trip ends at Siem Reap Airport around 11:30 am on Day 10.

Fly into Chiang Mai (CNX) between 12 noon & 5 pm on Day 1
Fly out of Siem Reap (REP) after 12:30 pm on Day 10

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.

Domestic Flights:

We suggest booking your flight to Chiang Mai and back from Siem Reap 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 or Bangkok Airways. For more info on the various carriers and links to their websites, please visit our Thai Travel page.

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.

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.

Pre/Post Tour Options

A variety of stopover programs are available for Bangkok, with hotels, airport shuttles and some sightseeing. For complete details visit our Asia Stopovers Page.

Trip Starts

Trip Ends

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Nov 16, 2008

Nov 25, 2008

$ 2595

$ 575

$ 400

$ 125

Dec 21, 2008

Dec 30, 2008

$ 2595

$ 575

$ 400

$ 125

Jan 18, 2009

Jan 27, 2009

$ 2595

$ 575

$ 400

$ 125

Feb 15, 2009

Feb 24, 2009

$ 2595

$ 575

$ 400

$ 125

Mar 15, 2009

Mar 24, 2009

$ 2595

$ 575

$ 400

$ 125

Nov 15, 2009

Nov 24, 2009

$ 2595

$ 575

$ 400

$ 125

Dec 20, 2009

Dec 29, 2009

$ 2595

$ 575

$ 400

$ 125

Go When You Want
Private departures can be scheduled pretty much year round. November thru March is best with warm temperatures and little rain. April & May are hot and sunny. June until October is the rainy season, cooler temperatures but a chance of several days of rain.

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