Thailand Bike Tour
9 days
8 nights
Activity Levels 1-3
Premiere Hotels
Thailand Bike Tour
9 days
8 nights
Activity Levels 1-3
Premiere Hotels
2024: Dec2025: Jan-Feb, Nov-Dec2026: Jan-Mar
Chiang Mai & the Golden Triangle to Tropical Island Beaches
Bike an oxcart path among lush rice paddies. Admire an ornate Buddhist temple in a jungle-filled valley. Relish a homemade curry and marvel at jagged limestone hills. Top it off with tropical beaches and a day kayaking in crystal-clear waters. Welcome to Thailand, where the only thing more impressive than the bustling market towns, towering cliffs and timeless villages is how perfectly at home you feel, immersed in the beauty of it all.
Highlights
- Experience a traditional blessing from a local elder, a ritual for travelers who have arrived from faraway locales
- Delve into Thailand's intriguing cultural roots and connect with our local friends—they're happy to share stories with you
- Bike from temple to temple along stunning backcountry lanes, where village children rush out to greet you
- Kayak crystalline waters beneath limestone karsts in the tropical wonderland of Phang Nha Bay National Park
StartChiang Rai
EndPhuket
* Start/End locations may vary. Do not book flights until your trip details are confirmed.
Itinerary
Days 1-2
Bike to the Golden Triangle alongside the Mekong River on the Laos and Myanmar border • Picturesque tobacco fields and rice paddies set the scene for a spin to the ancient capital of the Lanna Kingdom, Chiang Saen • Cycle to the spectacular Chom Kitti temple • Learn about the area’s history of the lucrative opium trade, a commodity worth its weight in gold • Browse Sop Ruak’s market for a refreshing Thai iced tea and one-of-a-kind handicrafts.
Nights 1-2
Described by the Hideaway Report as a "stylish hill country retreat amid 160 acres of tranquil gardens in the Golden Triangle overlooking Burma." (pool, spa)
Days 3-4
Pedal through pineapple plantations and taste local specialties • Hop in a traditional longtail boat and travel the steady Maekok River • Learn about a local hill tribe, their history and their experience living in Thailand • Delight in the comfort of a home-cooked meal prepared by a local friend • Retreat to your bungalow for the evening and listen to the tranquil river as your head hits the pillow.
Nights 3-4
Basic bungalows and a fantastic riverside location await at this authentic Thai-style inn. (pool)
Days 5-6
Beneath the white Buddha, offer alms to monks at sunrise • Curious locals welcome you as you bike scenic rural roads through remote villages and into the 1,000-year-old trading center of Fang • Expand your culinary horizons with a chef-led Thai cooking experience • A bike ride to the Lanna Kingdom’s spectacular temples is completed with lunch among rice paddies at a noodle soup eatery • Spend the afternoon exploring fascinating Chiang Mai or kick back at our luxurious jungle retreat • In the evening, tasty street food and vibrant night markets offer the perfect places for you to relish the flavors of Thailand.
Nights 5-6
This impeccable hotel amid rice paddies, mountains and lush gardens sets the industry standard for luxury. Condé Nast Traveler Gold List. Travel + Leisure World's Best. (pool, spa)
Days 7-9
Enter the gates of Chiang Mai Old City and explore the temples, shops and markets along its historic streets • Say goodbye to your bike and fly south to the dreamy island of Phuket, home to forested mountains and enticing white sandy beaches • Enjoy a day at sea, boating and kayaking among the famed limestone karsts that dot the turquoise waters of Phang Nga Bay • Join us for a morning yoga class before saying farewell.
Nights 7-8
Contemporary elegance awaits at this hillside resort set among lush palms and greenery with delightful ocean views and Thai cuisine. (pool, spa)
What's Included
See moreStraight Talk
We want to make sure you're on the trip that's right for you. Every Backroads trip is unique and this one is no exception.
We've included two nights at the Maekok River Village Resort, a Casual Hotel. Although it offers simpler guest rooms than the other hotels on this trip, it is by far the nicest lodging in the area and has been selected because of its access to the best riding in the region.
This trip includes travel on a commercial flight so that we can explore the best of your destination. Please note that flight schedules can change with little advance warning, which may require us to adjust our activities on a travel day. Your Trip Leaders will provide more details on any changes should this occur.
Hotels
World-Class Hotels
Our hand-selected Premiere hotels offer exceptional hospitality and experiences as special as the regions we explore.
Hotels may vary based on departure. Any variations will be displayed when selecting a departure under Dates & Prices.
Nights 1-2
Premiere Hotel
Described by the Hideaway Report as a "stylish hill country retreat amid 160 acres of tranquil gardens in the Golden Triangle overlooking Burma." (pool, spa)
Nights 3-4
*Casual Hotel
Basic bungalows and a fantastic riverside location await at this authentic Thai-style inn. (pool)
Nights 5-6
Premiere Hotel
This impeccable hotel amid rice paddies, mountains and lush gardens sets the industry standard for luxury. Condé Nast Traveler Gold List. Travel + Leisure World's Best. (pool, spa)
Nights 7-8
Premiere Hotel
Contemporary elegance awaits at this hillside resort set among lush palms and greenery with delightful ocean views and Thai cuisine. (pool, spa)
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Bikes
Choose Your Perfect Bike
Our bikes are designed and built with specific cyclists and riding styles in mind, so we can always offer you a perfect ride. Please note that bike requests are subject to availability and prioritized based on the date they're submitted.
Included in your trip price
- Suited for a wide range of cyclists
- Comfortable ergonomic seat
- Long wheel base adds to the bike's control and stability
- Upright handlebars only
Included in your trip price
- One of the lightest e-bikes available
- Provides plenty of power and more than enough battery
- Lower top tubes for easier mounting and dismounting
- Upright handlebars only
- Limited availability on Unplugged Bike Tours; learn more
Min. age to ride e-bike: 16+
Dates & Prices
Dates & Prices
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