North Thailand by Bike
North Thailand by Bike
Tour Overview
Embark on an exhilarating cycling adventure through the captivating landscapes of Northern Thailand with the "North Thailand by Bike" tour. Starting and ending in the vibrant city of Chiang Mai, this tour takes you on a journey through serene countryside, lush forests, and charming rural villages. Experience the thrill of mountain biking on forest trails, explore the sacred Chiang Dao Caves, and marvel at the stunning views from Doi Mae Salong. Enjoy a unique long-tail boat ride on the Kok River and visit iconic sites like the White Temple in Chiang Rai and the Golden Triangle. With a mix of paved roads and dirt paths, this active tour offers a perfect blend of cultural exploration and outdoor adventure, culminating in a thrilling downhill ride from Doi Suthep. Whether you're a seasoned cyclist or an adventurous traveler, this tour promises an unforgettable experience in the heart of Thailand. ...more ...less
Highlights
What's Included
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Cycling Tour
The tour includes a cycling journey through northern Thailand, covering various scenic routes and attractions.
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Long-tail Boat Ride
A ride on a long-tail boat down the Kok River is included in the itinerary.
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Visit to Attractions
Visits to attractions such as the White Temple, Black House, and Doi Suthep are included.
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Transfers
Transfers to and from cycling start points and post-tour hotel or airport are included.
What's Not Included
Bike HireBike hire is not included and costs an additional US$ 200 for a mountain bike.
Bike Hire
Mountain Bike: US$ 200
Single Supplement
US$ 525
Mode of Transport
Travel through northern Thailand by bike, with scenic rides along quiet roads, forest trails, and paved paths. Enjoy a long-tail boat ride on the Kok River and transfers to key locations, ensuring a seamless and adventurous journey.
Accommodation
Experience a variety of accommodations, from tranquil riverside hotels to nature-based mountain resorts, providing comfort and relaxation after a day of cycling through the stunning landscapes of northern Thailand.
Check out our Q&As
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What type of cycling terrain can I expect on this tour?
The tour features a mix of cycling terrains including quiet roads, forest trails, paved roads, dirt paths, and mountain trails. There are both flat sections and challenging climbs, such as the iconic climb up Doi Mae Salong.
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Are there any notable attractions we will visit during the tour?
Yes, the tour includes visits to several notable attractions such as the sticky waterfall, Chiang Dao Caves, the White Temple in Chiang Rai, the Black House, and the Golden Triangle. Additionally, you will visit Doi Suthep, a famed mountaintop temple in Chiang Mai.
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Is there an option to rent a bike for the tour?
Yes, you can rent a mountain bike for the tour at a cost of US$ 200.
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What is the starting and ending location of the tour?
The tour starts and ends in Chiang Mai, Thailand.
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Will there be any boat rides included in the tour?
Yes, on Day 5, there is a long-tail boat ride down the Kok River before continuing the cycling journey to Chiang Rai.
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What kind of cycling experience is required for this tour?
The tour includes a variety of cycling experiences, from flat roads to challenging climbs, making it suitable for those who are comfortable with both leisurely rides and more demanding cycling challenges.
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Do I need to have travel insurance?
Yes! SpiceRoads insists that all clients must take out good travel insurance before joining one of our tours. There are inherent risks involved in cycling and mountain biking and we will not be liable for your medical expenses or evacuation in case of an accident. This insurance must include adequate coverage for any personal accident, medical expenses, injury, death and repatriation. Insurance should also provide coverage for cancellations or curtailment of the holiday. Clients should also ensure that there are no exclusion clauses limiting protection for any dangerous or unusual activities that might be included in their tour. If you join the tour without adequate insurance you may be disallowed from continuing on the tour without the right of refund. Clients are solely responsible for arranging their insurance and they should ensure that they are covered for the full duration of their tour. Your tour leader will ask for copies of your insurance before allowing you to join the tour. This protects both you and us.
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Is the trip guaranteed to depart and does it require a minimum number of people?
There is a minimum number of participants (usually 2) required to enable the trip to go ahead. Once the minimum number is reached, the trip status will change from 'Available' to 'Guaranteed to Depart'. Once a trip is guaranteed to depart you are free to book your flights and make other travel arrangements. If the trip status is ‘Limited’ will mean we have only a small number of spaces available for booking. If you are unsure about the trip status, please contact us.
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Why hire a bike from SpiceRoads?
SpiceRoads bikes are never just "fit for duty" but a key component of our riders’ tour experience and satisfaction. For tours with bike hire option, renting one of our bikes saves hassle, not to mention precious luggage allowance. All SpiceRoads tours use well-known makes of mountain, hybrid or road bikes (depending on the tour) with lightweight alloy frames, 24- to 27-speed gearing, v-brakes or disc brakes and Shimano components. Mountain bikes all have front suspension. We renew bikes in our fleet every two seasons. When in use, our bikes are well-cared for, including full service before each trip and daily cleaning while on tour. SpiceRoads tour support vehicles carry plenty of spares and extra tubes for every emergency.
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Do you have E-Bikes?
Electric "pedal assist" e-bikes are available on select tours. E-bikes can help manage long distances and climbing terrain through the use of a pedal-activated electric motor. Unlike other e-bikes, "pedal assistedr" e-bikes feel more natural to the rider. We recommend e-bikes for riders interested in tours that might normally be too challenging for them, or for groups of riders with mixed ability. E-bikes provide assistance for long distance or more challenging terrain, but they can’t do all the work for you! Always chose a tour within the range of your own abilities to ensure your own enjoyment when exploring a new destination. Contact us for a complete list of e-bike available tours.
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What do I need to bring if I rent a SpiceRoads bike?
Bikes rented for tours always come with a helmet, a single water bottle cage, and a standard saddle. If you prefer to bring your own saddle (just the saddle, not the seat post), additional water bottle cage, or SPD pedals, we will fit them to your bike for the tour. Don’t forgot to bring your shoes and cleats if you bring SPD pedals! Women specific seats are recommended for longer tours. We have a limited supply of gel seat covers to soften the ride, and of strap-on toe cages. Please enquire about adding these during your booking.
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Do you have details of the SpiceRoads fleet?
In Thailand we have a fleet of Verve city bikes, TREK 4300 and X-Caliber 7 mountain bikes, TREK 7.2 X, FX 3 and 7200 hybrid bikes and Trek 2.1 C, Domane 2.0, Lexa SL and carbon Émonda S5 road bikes. We also carry Giant 2019 Explore E+ 3 e-bikes. Our bicycles are available in sizes ranging from 13 inches to 22 1/2 inches or 47 cm to 62 cm. Please note that a certain frame model is not guaranteed. In Bangkok and Chiang Mai, baby seats, tag-alongs, and child bikes for children are available. In Bangkok the single-wheeled tag-along bike attach to the seat-post of an adult bike, allowing a child to pedal along behind the adult. There's no age limit to the tag-along bike, but there is a 36 kg weight limit. Bike hire is include in the tour price for short tours, while longer tours offer bike hire as a supplement, as many riders opt to bring their own bike for our cycling tours. Depending on the destination, length of tour, and type of bike, hire costs vary.
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Transfer as credit to Future Tours
SpiceRoads Cycling allows you to transfer existing payments to a future tour to avoid cancellation fees if you can't travel and inform spiceroads cycling, 40 days before departure.
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Low Deposit
SpiceRoads Cycling requires a minimum deposit of 10% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 60 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of spiceroads cycling charges.
At 61 days before tour starts: Forfeit 0% of booking price.
At 60 days before tour starts: Forfeit 70% of booking price.
At 14 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
North Thailand by Bike
10 Days Starting and ending in Chiang Mai, Thailand
Visiting: Chiang Mai, Chiang Dao, Tha Ton, Chiang Rai, Doi Mae Salong, Doi Tung, Golden Triangle
Tour operator:
Tour code:
THA-TNT
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
2 - 16
Age range:
Min age:18