14 days tour

Northern Thailand & Laos: Chiang Mai To Luang Prabang Bike T

Northern Thailand & Laos: Chiang Mai To Luang Prabang Bike T

This tour includes:

Meals

Meals as per itinerary On each trip guests are given the opportunity to dine on their own so that they discover a location independently. Your guides are happy to make recommendations should you so desire.

Accommodation

All hotels, as mentioned in the tour details (subject to availability)

Guide

Transport

A Van support that follows throughout the trip and carries all belongings

Not included:

Flights

Insurance

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Itinerary of your trip Northern Thailand & Laos: Chiang Mai To Luang Prabang Bike T

  • Day 1 Day 1: Chiang Mai
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 1: Chiang Mai

      Arrive in Chiang Mai and settle into your hotel. Our guide welcomes you to your hotel at 13:00hrs. Today get ready for a warm-up ride along the Ping River. Along the way, visit the handicraft center at Ban Tawai and then ride back to your hotel. We convene tonight to celebrate the start of our awesome journey on a bike.

      Meals: D

      Accommodation: Aksara Heritage

  • Day 2 Day 2: Wat Ban Den
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 2: Wat Ban Den

      Our guide meets you at your hotel around 07:30 am. After breakfast, we will shuttle a short way out of town to avoid the morning rush hour, then hop on the bikes for a spin along the banks of the Ping River. One of Thailandโ€™s four main rivers, its water flows all the way to Bangkok. Along the way pass by flower farms growing chrysanthemums for use as Buddhist offerings. After lunch, we pick up a tiny rural road through the lush Mae Rim Valley with its quiet villages and old wooden temples. Visit the fresh market in Mae Malai before reaching our hotel overlooking vast rice fields with a backdrop of forested mountains.

      Meals: B,L,D

      Cycling Distance: 65km / 40mi

      Accommodation: Le Cocotier


  • Day 3 Day 3: Chiang Dao
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 3: Chiang Dao

      Todayโ€™s ride starts with cycling through a couple of small villages with old traditional wooden houses before you reach the expansive Wat Ban Den (temple). Each of its viharn (temple buildings) has been built in a different style. Riding north from here, you will roll through the Mae Ping gorge with its unique "air conditioning", air flowing off the mountains along creeks blows cool across the road like an air conditioner. The last stop before reaching the hotel will be a visit to Wat Tham Chiang Dao, a temple complex built into limestone caves in Doi Chiang Dao (Thailandโ€™s 3rd tallest peak).


      Amidst lush jungles and limestone mountains, Chiang Dao is a heavenly escape from the heat of plains and a popular stop for birders and trekkers. The base of the mountain is a highly venerated wรกt marking the entrance to one of Thailandโ€™s deepest limestone caverns.

      Meals: B,L,D

      Cycling Distance: 60km / 36mi

      Accommodation: Chiang Kham Luang

  • Day 4 Day 4: Tha Ton
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 4: Tha Ton

      This morning we will shuttle up over the Chiang Dao mountains on our way to Chaiprakan. We will break up the drive with a visit to the Royal Project Shop and a hill tribe vegetable and fruit market a legacy of HM Rama 9 The Great. Remounting the bikes at Wat Tham Tab Tao, you will ride along quiet farm roads with a backdrop of karst cliffs. Our entire route today goes through small villages and farms today, growing everything from rice to vegetables to fruit. Check out a Burmese-style temple whose Buddha figurine is made of woven wicker.


      We pace out our journey to Thaton and arrive at this beautiful town at the edge of a River. Thaton is one of the last towns bordering Myanmar in this area. The great part of this is that one gets to see the blend of Burmese, Thai, and Chinese influences in language and culture. Your hotel tonight overlooks the Mae Kok river.

      Meals: B,L,D

      Cycling Distance: 60km / 42mi*

      Accommodation: Maekok Village Resort


  • Day 5 Day 5: Mae Chan
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 5: Mae Chan

      Ride along the river and make your way to Mae Salong. The river meanders through a rich green valley, unfolding one dramatic scenery after another. Hilltop farming to tea plantations, bamboo huts by the river โ€“ this is Thailand at its most authentic best!


      Today is a tough day of climbing. The day starts with 25 km of easy biking followed by a slow uphill and then we hit the Baan Yapa climb having a 12 to 20 percent gradient for a few km. Thereafter, a downhill run followed by more big climbs in the 10 to 15 percent gradient going up towards Mae Chan. If riding seems too hard, you can always shuttle through the big climbs.


      Mae Chan is a small tea trading town founded by KTM refugees (the losing side in the China civil war that started Maoโ€™s rule over the country). Here we stay at Kornwat Garden Resort which offers a tranquil view of lush greenery, a tea plantation, and an Ahka village view.

      Meals: B,L,D

      Cycling Distance: 45km / 27mi

      Accommodation: Kornwat Garden Resort

  • Day 6 Day 6: Chiang Saen
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 6: Chiang Saen

      Weโ€™re back in the countryside this morning, with paddy fields for company. The ride is extremely refreshing as the crisp morning air and clear skies welcome you on the road. We reach Chiang Saen by afternoon and settle into the hotel. Relax for some time before setting out to see the confluence of Thailand, Thailand, and Myanmar, and the site for the infamous Golden Triangle. A great way to see this is from Wat Phrathat Phu Kao Hill. Chiang Saen is one of the most historic cities. What makes it more intriguing is the access from here to Thailand and Burma.


      If time permits, we head out after lunch and see the spectacular Wats and visit the Hall of Opium. The Royal Project and Doi Tung Development Project have spent years battling the trade of opium and its social repercussions. The Hall of Opium was built to educate people about the dangers of drug abuse and also traces its history from its first use 5,000 years ago.

      Meals: B,L,D

      Cycling Distance: 60km / 36mi

      Accommodation: Siam Triangle Hotel

  • Day 7 Day 7: Chiang Khong
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 7: Chiang Khong

      This is the last day for soaking in Thailandโ€™s local life. We start early to utilize the full day. With the rich silted land by the Mekong River, a bike ride means that you tend to be surrounded by shades of green. There is agricultural land as far as your eyes can see. Ride past fruit orchards, paddy fields, banana plantations and arrive at Chiang Khong.

      Meals: B,L,D

      Cycling Distance: 65km / 39mi

      Accommodation: Chiang Khong Riverfront

  • Day 8 Day 8: Pakbeng
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 8: Pakbeng

      We cross the border and arrive at Laos side. We transfer to the pier and board a huge traditional Mekong riverboat for the upstream cruise to Pak Beng, Laos. This portion of the Mekong is very remote, which sometimes allows glimpses of wildlife in the extensive forests. There are occasional stops at local hill tribe villages to meet people and observe life on the riverside.

      Enjoy the lovely scenery along both sides of the Mekong cruising to todayโ€™s destination.

      Meals: B,L,D

      Accommodation: Sanctuary Pakbeng Lodge

  • Day 9 Day 9: Oudomxay
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 9: Oudomxay

      Today itโ€™s a long full day cycling to Oudomxay. This is one of the most spectacular stretches of long mountain roads. The road is dotted with small villages and provides a great way to get acquainted with local rural life. The dramatic limestone and green rolling hills formations make for great photographic opportunities. There will be plenty of opportunities to stop and admire the wonderful scenery. The journey passes through beautiful mountain ranges and Hโ€™mong hill tribe villages.


      We take a short transfer around the city and continue cycling the last leg of 15km to the splendid resort of NamKat Yorla Pa, nestled in the forest on the banks of the river Kat.

      Meals: B,L,D

      Cycling Distance: 80km / 48mi*

      Accommodation: Nam Kat Yorla

  • Day 10 Day 10: Muang Khua
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 10: Muang Khua

      Another long and undulating ride today to Muang Khua. This is one of the most unvisited parts of Laos and the experience is truly unique. To get to the Muang Khua, we ride along the Nam Pak River. Along the way, you will notice how the homes are made of wood and bamboo. We spend some time here talking to the locals, just walking around, or just sitting at the edge of the river.

      Meals: B,L,D

      Cycling Distance: 70km / 42mi*

      Accommodation: New Chaleunsouk

  • Day 11 Day 11: Boat To Nong Khiaw
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 11: Boat To Nong Khiaw

      We ditch the cycles for an amazing boat ride in the Nam Pak River to Nong Khiaw. This is one of the most stunning journeys by the river in this region. The edge of the river is dotted with small villages and this is a great way of getting acquainted with local life. There are also limestone formations that make for great photographic experiences. The jaw-dropping landscape keeps you hooked to this for a long.

      Meals: B,L,D

      Accommodation: Mandala Ou

  • Day 12 Day 12: Luang Prabang
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 12: Luang Prabang

      Hop on a bike and ride along the undulating countryside skirting the Nam Pak River to Luang Prabang. Cycle out of the Nong Khiaw towards Pakmong. From here we transfer 40km and then cycle to visit Pak Ou Buddha Caves before a van rides back to the city. These caves have been home to many thousands of Buddha images that were placed here by local people since the 16th century when King Setthathirat found the caves and declared them a holy spot. Today many people still pay respect to this tradition.


      In the evening, make your way to Mount Phousi for a beautiful tinge of orange in the sky and see the city bathe in the warm glow of the setting sun. This is an easy hike but is optional in case you are not feeling up to it, though we highly recommend it.


      Todayโ€™s dinner is on your own. We suggest eating dinner at a street stall so you can dig into the local delicacies. street stall so you can dig into the local delicacies. Lao food can be very meat-oriented. Chopped meat, chicken, or duck are common, but there are plenty of options for vegetarians as well. Our personal recommendation is the light and tasty Tam Mak houng or papaya salad, which is made from sliced raw papaya, garlic, chilly, peanuts, sugar, fermented fish sauce, and lime juice.

      Meals: B,L

      Cycling Distance: 70km / 42mi*

      Accommodation: Sala Prabang

  • Day 13 Day 13: Luang Prabang
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 13: Luang Prabang

      Our main destination for the day is the hidden waterfall, Kung Si. Tucked away between thick foliage, the famous waterfall feels like a secret. The aquamarine waters are tempting, so do carry your swimwear along.

      On our way to the waterfalls, we make a stop at the Great Project (called the Laos Buffalo Dairy), a project designed to educate the Rural communities in Animal Husbandry and basic animal health care. They rent the Cattle from the villagers to enable a secure income for the community and use the milk to create Cheese and Spectacular Ice Cream. Lunch is served Picnic style here and there is also an opportunity to get an unforgettable โ€˜Buffalo Selfieโ€™.

      We also hike to the top of the falls. We spend until afternoon here and return to the town by a long-tail boat skirting the spectacular Mekong river. In the evening, we recommend visiting the famous night handicraft market. Shopping for local delights can be great fun, so enjoy your shopping time for the day.

      Dinner is at a Local NGO who train marginalized youth for careers in the Hospitality industry. It is also one of the most exciting menus in town, a great balance between traditional and modern flavors.

      Meals: B,L,D

      Cycling Distance: 30km / 18mi

      Accommodation: Sala Prabang

  • Day 14 Day 14: Departure
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 14: Departure

      Get up before sunrise today, and walk up to Mount Phousi for a beautiful tinge of orange in the sky and seeing the city bathe in the warm glow of the rising sun.


      Please make arrangements as per your onward journey.


      Meals: B


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Experience Style

Experience Style

Mixed

There will be challenging activities such as hiking, biking, canyoning and trekking, but youโ€™re also going to have other means of transportation and relaxed moments to just chill.

Accomodation level

Accomodation level

Medium

This accommodation includes essential services like a hot shower, electricity, and a nice and comfy bed.

Experience Type

Experience Type

Small Group

Youโ€™ll be accompanied by a small group of travelers just like you.

Physical Rating

Physical Rating

Average

There are several physical activities that last from 2 to 6 hours in easy terrains, low altitude flats, or water experiences. Please ask if youโ€™re not sure this applies to you.

Age range

Age range

Min: 12 / Max: 78

Age range allowed for this experience.

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