Itinerary (day-by-day)

Day 1 - Your new group of friends will gather today at Bangkok Airport and then travel the short distance north to Ayutthaya. A couple of shuttles will be offered at 4:30 pm for folks already in Thailand and around midnight for folks flying in from North America.

Day 2 - After a hearty buffet breakfast, we will get the bikes ready and enjoy a leisurely ride through the historical park, exploring the ancient temples and city ruins of this UNESCO World Heritage Site. In early afternoon, you will pedal south to visit the Royal Palace at Bang Pa In, before returning for an excellent dinner at a floating restaurant on the Chao Phrayao River. 35 kms

Day 3 - Today we enjoy a leisurely flat ride through expansive emerald rice fields and farms. The quiet rural roads here are a delightful ride, where farmers stop their work to say hi and scooters slow down to chat with us. We will explore the temples of Suphan Buri, before reaching our overnight stop in U Thong. 75 kms

Day 4 - Thailand's border with Myanmar is marked by a large mountain range. This morning we pedal into the foothills of the this range to Bo Phloi, known for the fine sapphires mined in the area, then south to Kanchanaburi. This town is best known for the railroad bridge built by prisoners of war during WWII and brought to legendary status by the movie " Bridge of the River Kwai". We relax in a delightful hotel, that overlooks the Mae Nam Khwae Yai (Big Kwai River). 69 kms

Day 5 - In the morning we will visit the Prasat Muang Sing Historical Park, before continuing southward through the thick forests and rolling valleys of the foothills. This quiet region is not often visited by foreigners, so schoolyards will be filled with kids yelling "hello" as you pass. Our goal is the rural town of Suan Phueng and the nearby Bo Khlueng Hot Springs. 105 kms

Day 6 - The beach resorts of the Gulf of Thailand call us today. We will pedal out of the hills and across the flat agricultural regions around Petchaburi. After exploring some of the city's sites, such as as the Royal Palace and Khao Luang Cave, you will pedal to your hotel on the beach a few miles outside of town. 108 kms

Day 7 - Our last day of riding rolls along the coastline, passing numerous beaches and small villages. At lunchtime in Cha Am, we will pause for a favorite Thai holiday activity, lounging in beach chairs under umbrellas eating freshly grilled prawns and other seafood. In early afternoon, we will reach our lodging in Hua Hin, a delightful beach resort town, with plenty of time left to hit the beach for a swim. We end the tour with a delicious seafood dinner at a restaurant perched out over the ocean. 82 kms

Day 8 - After breakfast we will transfer back to Bangkok Airport and our fond farewells.

Prices:

Tour cost: $1850
Single supplement: $475
Tour deposit: $200

Lodging:

Deluxe Hotels & Resorts
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What's Included:

• 7 nights Accommodation in the area's better hotels (double occupancy)
• All meals from Breakfast on Day 2 until Breakfast on Day 8
• Water, sodas and 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:

Your group will meet in Fairbanks at the Captain Bartlett Inn at 8 am.

Fly into Fairbanks (FAI) before 7 am on Day 1
Fly out of Anchorage (ANC) after 2 pm on Day 12

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. We also have several delightful tour packages that could be enjoyed before or after your ride in Thailand. Perhaps a visit to fabled Angkor Wat on our 4 day package, that includes cycling through the ruins and a boat trip to visit remote inaccessible temples. You might want to enjoy a cruise along the Mekhong River as it travels from Chang Khong, Thailand to Luang Prabang, Laos, then enjoy a couple of days exploring the UNESCO Heritage City of Luang Prabang. For complete details visit our Asia Stopovers Page.

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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