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SUKOTHAI - CHIANG MAI
The peaceful and tolerant nature of the Thai people is legendary in South East Asia where they are regarded as humble, hospitable and easy going and combine with 13th century history, fantastic scenery and great, but not too difficult cycling, in areas where not to many tourists go and you have all the ingredients of a truly great tour.
We start in the original capital of the first Thai Kingdom dating back to 1238, with some impressive ruins situated in the old city walls (approx 21), and a further 70 within a 5km radius making bicycles the best way to explore this fascinating area. Leaving the history behind we head out into rural Thailand as travel along quiet country roads which gives you ample time to take photos and chat with the local people.
After passing through Orb Luang national park and the Mae Ping valley and we arrive at the base of the highest point in Thailand, Doi Inthanon (2595 M above sea level). Doi Inthanon with its numerous waterfalls, royal chedis that honour the King and Queen of Thailand and panoramic views of the surrounding countryside make this a great place for an afternoon of exploration.
We finish the trip in Chiang Mai, where we have a final ride along the Ping river, a celebratory dinner and a tour of the city to end a memorable tour.
TRIP PROFILE
This is a 100% road cycling and sightseeing tour, riding approx 195 km on good asphalt roads. With the terrain and level of cycling making it suitable for even the most in-experienced of riders. This trip will involve riding in the morning or the afternoon followed by a transfer or vice versa. The trip is fully supported: a SpiceRoads minibus rigged to carry bikes and people will shadow us for the entire journey.
The rides are all on flat terrain with a few minor inclines.
The tour has been designed to have easy cycling days (longest day 45km) so no long or difficult rides and therefore anyone who wants to see some of ancient Thailand, the wilds of the north and a different side of Thailand will love this tour.
| ITINERARY (7 days, 6 nights starting in Sukothai and finishing in Chiang Mai.) | |
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| Day 1 | Pick up from Sukothai airport transfer to hotel and afternoon cycle |
| Day 2 | Ride to Si Satchanalai historical park, lunch and transfer back to Sukothai |
| Day 3 | Ride into rural Thailand as head to Nakorn Thoen |
| Day 4 | Pass through Orb Luang National park as we ride to Hot |
| Day 5 | Ride through the Mae Ping valley and an afternoon visit to the highest point in Thailand (Doi Inthanon) |
| Day 6 | Transfer to Chiang Mai and an afternoon ride along the Mae Ping river |
| Day 7 | Chiang Mai sightseeing before onward travel |
| FACTS & FIGURES | |
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| Tour Cost | USD $750 Single Supplement: USD $125 |
| Bike Hire | Included |
| Total Distance | 195 kilometres |
| Number of Days | 7 days / 6 nights |
| Number of Cycling Days | 6 half days. |
| Road Surface | All the cycling is on good asphalt roads. |
| Support | One or two air-conditioned minibuses specially rigged to take bikes and bikers. |
| Group Size | Minimum 2. Maximum 16. Children are welcome on this trip and will receive discounts |
| Children | Children are welcome on this trip and will receive discounts |
| Staff | English-speaking guide(s), plus, drivers and assistants. |
| Accommodation | 3 nights in 3-star hotels, 3 nights provincial hotels All hotels have en suite facilities a/c, fridge TV and most hotels have a swimming pool. Wherever possible we use hotels with charm and local character. |
| Food | All meals are included except breakfast and lunch on the first day and dinner on the last day. |
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He introduced us to a Thailand we could never have seen on our own - the farmers in the fields, the children at the local schools, etc. It is all we could have wanted--a minimum of the tourist stuff, a maximum of real life stuff.
All was a wonderful experience. We are just now scheduling how we can do it again. Thank you! 
~Valerie Mindel
Sukothai to Chiang Mai Tour, June 2007
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