River of Kings Cycling Trip

This tour rides from Chiang Mai, the capital of north Thailand, and follows the Chao Phraya river valley where Thai civilization began. It continues south through Lampang, Sukhotai and Ayutthaya to arrive in Bangkok.

The route follows quiet backroads where you will be amazed at how little traffic is encountered. You will also be pleasantly surprised at how few tourists are on this path. Although we do visit many of Thailand's world famous attractions, by cycling well off the beaten-path, you avoid the masses and get the opportunity to see the real Thailand.

Not only will you visit the magnificent ruins of Ayutthaya and Sukhothai, the temples of Chiang Mai and Bangkok, but you will also visit the lesser known towns of Pa Mok and Uthai Thani, where you will definitely find the “land of smiles."

The scenery is ever changing as it starts in the mountainous north, then continues through the emerald paddy fields of the central rice belt and then to the rugged jungles of Kanchanaburi before arriving in the vibrant metropolis of Bangkok.

TRIP PROFILE:-
The riding is not hard, mostly on flat terrain covering an average of 50 km per day. We spend a fair amount of time sightseeing on this tour and throughout the River of Kings tour we have a guide who specializes in Thailand's history and culture. This is the ideal tour for first time visitors to Thailand or repeat visitors who want to see the country from a different angle.

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Itinerary / Highlights

Day 1 - Arrive, meet and greet in Chiang Mai.
Day 2 - Sightseeing in Chiang Mai.
Day 3 - Ride along Ping River to Lamphun and in late afternoon transfer to Lampang.
Day 4 - Ride small country roads to Uttaradit.
Day 5 - Ride to Sri Satchanali Historical Park and overnight in Sukhothai.
Day 6 - Ride around ruins and temples of historic Sukhothai.
Day 7 - Ride quiet back roads to Kampheng Phet, a former military fortress.
Day 8 - Ride to Uthai Thani and relax in afternoon on river boat tour.
Day 9 - Visit island in Chao Phraya River before riding on to Ayutthaya.
Day 10 - Cycle from temple to temple in Ayutthaya, the best way to visit the ruins. Transfer in afternoon to Kanchanaburi and resort on River Kwai.
Day 11 - Ride under looming karst mountains to Kanchanaburi.
Day 12 - Transfer to the world famous Floating Market and ride canal paths to see village life firsthand.
Day 13 - Transfer to Bangkok and ride through the green lung of the city before farewell dinner cruise on the Chao Phraya River.
Day 14 - Transfer to airport for onward travel.

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Accommodation Details

We stay at the best available hotels en route. All of which are clean and comfortable and very charming. In Bangkok and Chiang Mai, we use 4-star city hotels well situated for sightseeing excursions, shopping and fine dining.