Pedalers Pub & Grille

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“Explore the colorful world of Northern Thailand beyond Chiang Mai.
Discover its charm and cuisine. Delve into its history and culture.”

Take some mountain climbs worthy of the Tour de France, drape them with lush green tropical forests, sprinkle in some villages of bamboo huts, then blend in the friendly Thais their their delicious cuisine and you have our most exotic alpine bike tour: Thailand - Valley of the Mists. And there is more to the trip than just the pedaling, as we roll along visits are made to an unusual crystal cave with its delicate calcite needles and gems, the Tham Pla (fish cave) with hundreds of giant fish swimming up the rushing water and unique wooden temples whose architecture reflects Burmese Buddhism rather than Thai.

This week long cycling trip pedals through the relatively untouristed western provinces of Thailand, traveling from Mae Sariang through Mae Hong Son and on to Pai. The first few days are rolling, with some fun short climbs, taking us first to tiny Khun Yuam and then to picturesque Mae Hong Son, where the movie Air America was filmed (our delightful hotel there was built as part of the set). The second leg of this Thailand bike tour gets serious, with several invigorating climbs each day, as we roll through Soppong, Pai and finally on to Chiang Mai.

Come join us for a grand ride through a spectacular part of Thailand. Enjoy the friendly folks, excellent food, great scenery and challenging pedaling. The trip is a fabulous winter training ride for your team, an exciting get together for your bike club or an awesome getaway for you and friends. Discover Thailand's Valley of the Mists.

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Valley of the Mists
7 days (5 days cycling)
Inn to Inn

Level

Price
$1595 - 2 to 5 guests
$1450 - 6 or more

Next Departure
At Your Request from November thru February

Itinerary
Day 1 - arrive Chiang Mai, shuttle Mae Sariang; Day 2 - bicycle Khum Yuan; Day 3 - cycle to Mae Hong Son; Day 4 - bike to Soppong; Day 5 - pedal to Pai; Day 6 - cycling to Baan Rai; Day 7 - depart

Route Character
Paved roads, moderate traffic, hilly & mountainous terrain

Mileage
Total: 252 mi / 406 km
Daily Avg: 50 mi / 81 km

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Day by Day Itinerary

Day 1 - We will be meeting at Chiang Mai Airport and then drive south. We'll take a break from the drive to visit Ob Luang National Park and enjoy a hike through the deep, narrow Ob Luang Gorge, before crossing the mountain range to our hotel in Mae Sariang. Enjoy your first taste of Thai cuisine at a delightful restaurant overlooking river.

Day 2 - We start with a rolling ride through the lush forests and green rice fields of the Nam Mae Yaum river valley. A special sidetrip highlights our ride, as we visit Kaeo Komon a recently discovered calcite cave, lined with some of the most incredible crystaline structures see anywhere. Our lodge tonight is in diminutive Khun Yuam. 111 kms / 69 mi

Day 3 - Today's route continues northward through the lush foothills, but with many less climbs than the day before. We wind down our ride in Mae Hong Son, at our hotel, which was built to house the actors during the filming of Air America. After relaxing a bit, we'll set out by boat to visit a village of Paduang refugees (long necked women). 76 kms / 47 mi

Day 4 - You will earn your cold Singhas today, as we tackle the first of our big climbing days. Early in the ride we'll visit Tham Pla or Fish Cave, where massive schools of fish gather in the warm water issuing from under the rock. Then we off to conquer several passes en route to our overnight stop in the village of Soppong. 87 kms / 54 mi

Day 5 - A relatively short day mileage wise, after yesterday's challenge. We have only one pass to do today but it is a big one, then it is downhill and rolling terrain to the town of Pai. Quiet Pai is a favorite mountain getaway town for Thai and foreign visitors alike. You can spend the afternoon exploring the narrow streets or perhaps head south of town for a soak at Pai Hot Springs. 50 kms / 31 mi

Day 6 - Continuing through the rural mountain region, we tackle our last climbs. Up top of the climb, you roll along the ridge line for a while, the terrain is scenic, overlooking thick forests and small villages. In the town of Ban Pang Hong, we'll load up in the support van and drive back to Chiang Mai, where we'll celebrate the end of a great ride in our favorite riverside restaurant. 82 kms / 51 mi

Day 7 - We'll be shuttling everyone back to the airport for your trip home or onward to more adventures. Khap khun khap, sawasdee khap

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At Your Request:
Tour cost: $1595 (2 to 5 guests)
Tour cost: $1450 (6 or more guests)

Optional Costs:
Single supplement: $395
Bike rental: $130

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

At Your Request:
Private departures can be arranged November thru March. 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
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What's Included:

6 nights Accommodation in the area's better hotels (double occupancy)
All meals from Dinner on Day 1 until Breakfast on Day 7
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:
The tour meets in the morning of Day 1 at Chiang Mai Airport. Guides will meet incoming morning flights until 12 noon, please plan your flights to arrive accordingly. The trip ends at Chiang Mai Airport around 9:00 am on Day 7.

Fly into Chiang Mai (CNX) before 12 noon on Day 1
Fly out of Chiang Mai (CNX) 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 & Chiang Mai 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.

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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