Thailand Bike Tour

Small Group Adventures for:

Couples, Friends & Solos Adults 18+

Women's Adventures Women 18+

Families with Young Adults 20s & Beyond Best for ages 20+ (min. age 18)

Families with Older Teens & 20s Best for ages 17-23 (min. age 14)

Families with Teens & Kids Best for ages 9-17 (min. age 4)

From $5,899 - $7,999 /person

+$150   internal air

9 days

8 nights

Activity Levels 1-4

We categorize our trips based on a range of activity levels from leisurely (1) to avid (5) with plenty of options in between.

Premiere Hotels

Premiere Hotels - From lavish luxury to on-trend boutique, offering experiences as unique as the regions we explore.

Casual Plus Hotels - A step above Casual but not quite Premiere.

Casual Hotels - Known for their character, charm and proximity to outdoor adventures and Backroads activities.

Small Luxury Ships - Unpack once and cover more distance on an intimate ship with spacious staterooms and superb amenities.

Thailand Bike Tour

Small Group Adventures for:

Couples, Friends & Solos Adults 18+

Women's Adventures Women 18+

Families with Young Adults 20s & Beyond Best for ages 20+ (min. age 18)

Families with Older Teens & 20s Best for ages 17-23 (min. age 14)

Families with Teens & Kids Best for ages 9-17 (min. age 4)

9 days

8 nights

Activity Levels 1-4

We categorize our trips based on a range of activity levels from leisurely (1) to avid (5) with plenty of options in between.

Premiere Hotels

Premiere Hotels - From lavish luxury to on-trend boutique, offering experiences as unique as the regions we explore.

Casual Plus Hotels - A step above Casual but not quite Premiere.

Casual Hotels - Known for their character, charm and proximity to outdoor adventures and Backroads activities.

Small Luxury Ships - Unpack once and cover more distance on an intimate ship with spacious staterooms and superb amenities.

2024: Nov-Dec 2025: Jan-Feb, Dec 2026: Jan-Mar

From $5,899 - $7,999 /person

( +$150  internal air )

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.

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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 
Thailand Bike Tour map

Thailand

Start Chiang Rai

End Phuket

Airports & Travel details*

* Start/End locations may vary. Do not book flights until your trip details are confirmed.

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Itinerary

Days 1-2

Description

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.

Accommodations

Nights 1-2

Anantara Golden Triangle Resort
Chiang Saen
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)

Hotels may vary based on departure. Any variations will be displayed when selecting a departure under Dates & Prices.

Days 3-4

Description

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.

Accommodations

Nights 3-4

Maekok River Village Resort
Ban Thaton
*Casual Hotel

Basic bungalows and a fantastic riverside location await at this authentic Thai-style inn. (pool)

Hotels may vary based on departure. Any variations will be displayed when selecting a departure under Dates & Prices.

Days 5-6

Description

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.

Accommodations

Nights 5-6

Four Seasons Resort Chiang Mai
Mae Rim
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)

Hotels may vary based on departure. Any variations will be displayed when selecting a departure under Dates & Prices.

Days 7-9

Description

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.

Accommodations

Nights 7-8

Anantara Mai Khao Phuket Villas
Phuket
Premiere Hotel

Contemporary elegance awaits at this hillside resort set among lush palms and greenery with delightful ocean views and Thai cuisine. (pool, spa)

Hotels may vary based on departure. Any variations will be displayed when selecting a departure under Dates & Prices.

What's Included

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Straight 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.

Accommodations

We've included one night 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.

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+$150   internal air

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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

Anantara Golden Triangle Resort
Chiang Saen

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

Maekok River Village Resort
Ban Thaton

*Casual Hotel

Basic bungalows and a fantastic riverside location await at this authentic Thai-style inn. (pool)

Nights 5-6

Four Seasons Resort Chiang Mai
Mae Rim

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

Anantara Mai Khao Phuket Villas
Phuket

Premiere Hotel

Contemporary elegance awaits at this hillside resort set among lush palms and greenery with delightful ocean views and Thai cuisine. (pool, spa)

From $5,899 - $7,999 /person

+$150   internal air

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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.

Backroads Touring Bike
Backroads Touring Bike

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
Backroads Electric-Assist Bike
Backroads Electric-Assist Bike

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

Min. age to ride e-bike: 16+

Co-Motion Torpedo Tandem Bike
Tandem Bike
  • $400 rental fee
  • Hand-built frame features Co-Motion's custom-designed Cro-Moly steel tubeset, powerful Avid disc brakes, Shimano Ultegra drive train
  • Custom upgraded wheelset
  • Best for riders with some tandem experience.

From $5,899 - $7,999 /person

+$150   internal air

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