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BANGKOK TO PHUKET
Thailand is one of the largest and most varied countries in South East Asia, stretching 1500 km from north to south, and at its widest 870 km from east to west. Most people know of its beaches and nightlife, but far fewer know about its rich culture and varied scenery. Thailand is a land of palaces and temples, of ruined cities, colorful markets and friendly and hospitable people. One of the most popular destinations in Thailand, is the island resort area of Phuket. This route has some of the best coastal scenery available in Thailand. Enjoy the sights and sounds of endless beaches.
This SpiceRoads tour visits the western coastline of the country. It’s a scenic and awe-inspiring adventure with seemingly endless beach views. You’ll ride through quant little villages and rest in world-class resort areas prominent for their natural attractions and beauty. Most roads are flat and fast with only a few areas of climbing or hills. Many of the visited areas are noted for producing some of the best seafood dishes in the world.
Explore the culture along the coasts and beaches. Local residents are relaxed and friendly as they are used to the slow pace of living near the beaches. It is a decidedly slower way of life in dire contrast to the hustle and buzz of life in Bangkok.
You’ll be able to take in some spectacular coastline scenery, be surrounded by statuesque peaks, and wiggle your toes in Thailand’s soft and warm sand. The tour has a great variety of riding.
TRIP PROFILE
This tour is 99% on road and the route was designed for road bikers (roadies) in mind. Essentially, it is a road tour, but MTB's are welcomed. This trip follows the western coastline of Thailand and gives you unbeatable scenery and ideal riding conditions.
Due to the distances, some of the rides are definitely tough. There are some hills mainly on day 6, 7 and 9 with the day 9 having some steep but short hills that take us along the coast road to Karon beach.
| ITINERARY (10 days, 9 nights starting in Bangkok) | |
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| Day 1 | We transfer out of the chaos of Bangkok to the start of our ride in Petchaburi and are quickly in rural Thailand as we ride along the beach into Cha-am and on to the beach resort town of Hua Hin. |
| Day 2 | We head out of Hua Hin towards Sam Roi Yot National Park and ride below towering peaks of limestone fthen ride along the beach to Prachuap Khiri Khan and enjoy a seafood dinner. |
| Day 3 | We leave the hotel and ride along the beach front road. We are now well away from the main tourist areas as we head towards a serene beach and our nature-friendly boutique resort. |
| Day 4 | Rest day to relax at the beach. |
| Day 5 | Our route sticks to the coast, giving us views of the sea to the left and rugged mountains on our right as we pass through Thailand’s narrowest part to finish riding just north of Chumpon |
| Day 6 | Cross the Isthmus of Kra and head west on an undulating road that cuts through the lush jungle clad mountains to the spa town of Ranong where you can soak in the hotel’s hot mineral spring pool. |
| Day 7 | We ride through valleys today on an undulating road and pass many villages and children waving and yelling out farang, farang (foreigner). |
| Day 8 | We continue our journey south, riding from valley to valley towards picturesque Khao Lak. through one of the worst areas devastated by the 2004 Tsunami. |
| Day 9 | There are a couple of small hills to conquer before we leave Khao Lak, but then it’s flat all the way down to Phang Nga and the tropical paradise of Phuket island. |
| Day 10 | Today is yours to relax and rest after eight days of great riding! |
| FACTS & FIGURES | |
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| Tour Cost | USD $1400 Single Supplement: USD $395 |
| Bike Rental | USD $120 |
| Total Distance | 855 Kilometers |
| Number of Days | 10 days / 9 nights |
| Number of Cycling Days | Eight full days of riding |
| Road Surfaces | 100% paved road surfaces in good condition |
| Vehicle Support (SAG) | This trip is supported by a mini-van customized to carry bikes and bikers. |
| Group Size | Minimum of 2, Maximum of 16 |
| Staff Support | An English speaking guide leads this tour and is supported by driver/assistant. For groups of 10 or more an additional local guide joins the tour. |
| Accomodation | Only two nights are spent at hotels with less than a 3-star rating. All have a swimming pool to relax in after riding. |
| Food | This tour is inclusive of all meals, with the exception of breakfast on Day 1 and lunch/dinner on Day 4 and Day 10. |
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Just a small note to say how much I enjoyed my latest SpiceRoads trip. From the efficiency of the office to the farewell from our guides I am totally impressed by SpiceRoads.
Mr Aum and Mr Rim the driver were superb. There was nothing they could have done to make the trip more of a success. 
~Roger Jinkinson
Bangkok to Phuket Tour, March 2010
~Ellen Liem
Bangkok to Phuket Tour, December 2008 Read our clients' reviews in the Guestbook.
Fantastic Tour Guide!
I really enjoyed the trip - the ride, the food, the Thai culture. I will definitely do another SpiceRoads tour. Thank you!!
