11 Days Bangkok Cycling To Chiang Mai is a surprisingly good experience on a bike. It's the fastest way of getting across town and the back alleyways and little shopping and residential clusters you pass through will keep you entertained. Riding out of Bangkok, however, is not such a positive experience. Discover Thailand's earliest kingdoms and oldest cities by bike. Cycle between them, passing lush rice paddies, tiny villages and the country's talles,Terrain: A mix of flat plains, rolling hills, and some mountainous areas, especially as you approach Chiang Rai.This cycling adventure will not only test .
Day 1: Bangkok – Arrival
Arrive in Bangkok and settle into your hotel. Today you can plan your own day visiting some of the classic highlights of Bangkok. Our guide meets you at 17.00pm at your hotel lobby for tour briefing. We convene tonight to celebrate the start of our awesome journey on a bike
Meals: None
Distance cycled: None
Accommodation : Nouvo City Hotel 4*- https://www.nouvocityhotel.com/
Day 2 : Bangkok – Bike Tour
Breakfast and Overview Hit Bangkok’s back streets and explore the city as locals do—on two wheels. This half-day guided bike tour takes you off the main tourist beat and introduces you to a Bangkok few visitors have seen. Ride through Muslim neighborhoods and across the Rama 8 Bridge, and suss out some of the city’s most mouthwatering street foods en route. Along the way, your guide also fills you in on local history, and with a small group size, you’re assured a more personalized experience.
Wat Arun Ratchawararam Ratchawaramahawihan or wat arun, "Temple of Dawn") is a Buddhist temple in Bangkok Yai district of Bangkok, Thailand, on the Thonburi west bank of the Chao Phraya River. The temple derives its name from the Hindu god Aruna, often personified as the radiations of the rising sun. Wat Arun is among the best known of Thailand's landmarks. The first light of the morning reflects off the surface of the temple with pearly iridescence. Although the temple had existed since at least the seventeenth century, its distinctive prang (spires) were built in the early nineteenth century during the reign of King Rama II.after we visit wat Arun we continue on the Boat tour through the canal of Thonburi for and hour be for we be back to your hotel
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Distance cycled: 35km
Accommodation : Nouvo City Hotel 4*- https://www.nouvocityhotel.com/
Day 3 : Bangkok cycling to Ayutthaya
Our guide meets you at your hotel lobby at 7:30am and we start with a shuttle transfer from Bangkok to Bang Pa-In. Visit the former summer palace of King Chulalongkornand here and then ride along the Chao Phraya River. Explore the stunning Ayutthaya Historical Park by bike and get to visit various Wats.
At night, we can choose to eat at the in-house restaurant, or head to get a taste of local fare. If your palate is new to Thai food, start with the more popular green curry and rice. Be well rested for the next morning, as we start our Thai adventure with a slightly longer day of cycling.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Distance cycled: ~ 30km – 60km
Accommodation : Centara Resort and Hotel - https://www.centarahotelsresorts.com
Day 4 : Ayutthaya Exploring – Uthaihani
Memorable moments in the former capital of Thailand as you enjoy a relaxing bike ride through Ayutthaya Historical Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. You will visit the main highlights, plus a few hidden gems, of what was once the most splendid city in South East Asia.
after the bike ride around the city of Ayutthaya,then we get on board the boat ride around Ayutthaya island Cruise the waterways around Ayutthaya on a traditional converted teak rice barge, taking in the incredible sights of the city. Drifting along the river you will pass more famous monuments after that we will transfer another 2 hours to stay in the hidden city of Uthaithani
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Distance cycled: ~ 40km – 70km
Accommodation : Uthai Heritage Hotel - https://www.uthaiheritage.com/
Day 5 : Uthaithani explore then transfer to Sukhothai
We kick off the day early, cycling 5 km to the morning market in the vintage town of Uthai Thani. Walking our bikes through rows of tightly packed stalls, we discover sellers of freshly caught river fish, vibrant fruits and veggies from surrounding farms, and other intriguing curiosities! Back in the saddle, we cycle toward the Chao Phraya for a scenic along the waterfront.offers a leisurely ride through the rustic countryside, passing rice paddies, quaint villages, temples, and more of the Chao Phraya River. After 45 km, we’ll pack up our bikes and hop in the van to fast-track ourselves to the ancient landscape of Thailand’s first Kingdom: Sukhothai. The drive takes about 3.5 hours, We arrive at our hotel in Sukhothai in the late afternoon.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Distance cycled: ~ 30km – 40km
Accommodation : Legend Hotel - https://www.legendhasukhothai.com/
Day 6 : Sukhothai
This morning, we immerse ourselves in the illustrious capital of the Sukhothai Kingdom, today one of Thailand’s premier UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Its legacy has profoundly shaped Thai culture, language, and religion, with influences still visible in modern society. Starting from our hotel, we cycle through Sukhothai Historical Park, an expansive area featuring an impressive array of temple ruins, fortifications, moats, and ponds, all connected by well-paved, lightly trafficked roads — perfect for cycling. While many sites can be admired from the saddle, we’ll make several stops for a closer look. Highlights include Wat Si Chum, home to an elegant seated Buddha statue, and Wat Mahathat, Sukhothai’s royal temple, with its towering brick stupas and colonnades. Though the total cycling distance is just 20 km, we’ll spend the entire morning soaking in Sukhothai’s historical splendour..we relax in the afternoon to enjoy swimming and massage and get ready for the the next day's journey .
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Distance cycled: ~ 30km km
Accommodation : Legend Hotel - https://www.legendhasukhothai.com/
Day 7 : Sukhothai -Srisatchanalai - Phrea
We start cycling from the hotel through the local road along the paddy's field We then follow the course of the gently-flowing Yom River, passing a patchwork of villages and fertile farmland that hug its banks. Our destination is the grand, historical site of Sri Satchanalai, a satellite city of the Sukhothai Kingdom known for its ancient pottery kilns and well-preserved temple ruins.after cycling we jump on the van for 1.5 hours to the small town of Phrea .
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Distance cycled: ~ 40km – 70km
Accommodation : Phraekara Hotel - https://www.phraenakarahotel.com/wp/
Day 8 : Phrea to Lampang
In the morning, we transfer about 1.5 hours from Phrae to our cycling start point in the neighbouring province of Lampang. We are now firmly in the north (or Lanna, as the locals call the region) and you’ll notice the scenery differs significantly from what we have experienced in the Central Plains, with jungle-clad mountains sprawling in the background. As we ride the first 30 km you may also notice the styles of houses and temples have changed, along with the varieties of fruits and vegetables grown – but there’s still lots and lots of rice! We take a break at Wat Phra That Lampang Luang, an impressive fortified temple complex dating back to the 13th century. After lunch nearby, we continue for another 25 km along farmer lanes and village roads, eventually arriving at the Wang River. We follow the gently flowing waterway for the final few kilometres, leading us directly to a traditional northern Thai-style rural resort where we spend the night .
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Distance cycled: ~ 40km – 60km
Accommodation : Wieng Lakor Hotel - http://www.wienglakorhotel.com/
Day 9 : Lampang Lamphun ChiangMai
We start the day with a 1.5-hour transfer into Lamphun Province, Thailand's top producer of longan fruit. Throughout our ride today we pass rows of longan trees with their distinctive wide canopies. Our first stop, after around 15 km, is the moated town of Lamphun where we visit the glittering Wat Phra That Hariphunchai, one of the oldest continuously worshipped Buddhist temples in northern Thailand. Continuing towards the Ping River, we ride through its lush floodplain to the archaeological site of Wiang Kum Kam, which predates Chiang Mai and boasts beautiful ruins. A short, final burst brings us to our hotel on the Ping River, just south of Chiang Mai City. In the evening, we hop into one of Chiang Mai’s iconic red trucks and head out for dinner, making a few stops along the way to soak in the city's vibrant atmosphere at dusk.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Distance cycled: ~ 40km – 60km
Accommodation : Aruntara Hotel - https://www.aruntarahotel.com/
Day 10 : ChiangMai exploration
On our final morning, we drive up to Wat Doi Suthep, the most sacred temple in northern Thailand. Perched on a mountaintop overlooking Chiang Mai, it offers stunning panoramic views on clear days. At the heart of the temple complex is a large, stepped, gilded stupa — a must-see and celebrated symbol of Chiang Mai’s deep-rooted spirituality. We then descend the mountain to visit Wat Umong, a 700-year-old temple nestled in tranquil shaded woods, famous for the tunnels beneath its large chedi, originally built to keep a particularly eccentric monk from wandering off into the forest! Or something more interesting outside of ChiangMai city like the Zipline adventure or gentle bamboo rafting experience before enjoy the last shopping in ChiangMai
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Distance cycled: ~ None
Accommodation : Aruntara Hotel - https://www.aruntarahotel.com/
Day 11 : Chaing Mai –Bangkok - Departure ( B )
Breakfast and transfer to airport for flight back to Bangkok airport – End The Tour .
Tour Inclusive :
* Support transport by A/C minivan or bus, truck for group
* Bikes & helmets, spare parts, aid kits, tool kits
* Entrance fees in tour
* B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, as mentioned in the tour itinerary
* For daily cycling only: Water, snacks, fresh fruits, wet towels
*Accommodation in tour – 10 nights
* Experienced English-speaking bike guides
Tour Exclusive :
* Travel insurance
* Domestic flight ticket from Chiang Mai to Bangkok
* International flight and visa
* Other personal expenses
* Tips for guides and drivers
* Drinks at restaurants and dinner