Golden Triangle Cycling Tour
Embark on a 3 day cycling journey through northern Thailand’s authentic countryside. Ride around small villages, see temples and meet up with hill tribes people.
This Thailand tour is a wonderful way to explore the area known as Sop Ruak, the official centre of the Golden Triangle - which is where the Nam Ruak and Mekong rivers meet. This area has for centuries been the crossroads for border trade between Thailand, Burma and Laos. Located in Chiang Rai province, the most northerly of all the 76 in Thailand, the Golden Triangle itself is steeped in history and did not become part of Thailand until the 1880s. Taking you into the heart of the countryside to areas usually missed by most visitors, this tour allows you to really see and feel what living in this part of Thailand is all about.
- Day 1: Chiang Rai - Golden Triangle – 28km (L)
Our guide and driver will met you at your hotel in Chiang Rai and then transfer to the Golden Triangle area. Upon arrival, visit the Opium Museum which depicts the story of opium cultivation and its affect on the society from its use and for the people who grow the poppies. After lunch, ride a scenic loop through the countryside surrounding Chiang Saen. The ride passes fruit plantations, temples and farming villages. You will have a chance to stop at family operated rice mills or distilleries that are common to this area. Visit the hilltop temple, Wat Phra Tat Chom Kitti which offers a unique and spectacular view of the Mekong River, Laos, and Chiang Saen. You'll have a choice of taking the stairs to the top or to ride up the hill on the nice smooth tarmac road. You then check into your hotel for your overnight stay.
Prescott Hotel Kuala Lumpur – Medan Tuanku 3*
Quality Hotel City Centre 4*
Sheraton Imperial Kuala Lumpur 5*
- Day 2: Mekong River - Chiang Khong – 45km (B, L)
After breakfast, a short shuttle takes us to the Golden Buddha near the village of Ban Saeo, the starting point for today's more challenging ride. Follow the Mekong, cycling east from Chiang Saen towards Chiang Khong. Our destination is Huai Sai Man Viewpoint, offering a spectacular vista across the Mekong into Laos. Ride through plantations of lychee, banana, chilli, eggplant, corn and more. You have a riverside lunch stop today at a restaurant where our hosts grow most of the vegetables for your meal. After a few more kilometres you have a choice to either get in the van or try the challenging 2 km climb to Huai Sai Man viewpoint and our end point for today. After spending some time taking in the wonderful views you head back to hotel and the rest of the day is yours to relax.
Chiangkhong Teak Garden 3*
- Day 3: Mae Sai – Chiang Mai – 45km (B, L)
Today you will cycle north to Mae Sai the most northerly town in Thailand. After a leisurely ride you have a chance to cross the border into Burma, visit the market where you can buy Burmese specialities such as longyis (sarongs), Cheroots (Burmese cigars) and lacquer ware. After lunch, you will then start heading back to Chiang Rai. End of services.
| Group Size | 1 person | 2 persons | 3 - 5 persons | 6 - 9 persons | 10 -15 persons |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 937.00 | 831.00 | 710.00 | 615.00 | 583.00 |
| Group Size | |
|---|---|
| 1 person | 937 |
| 2 persons | 831 |
| 3 - 5 persons | 710 |
| 6 - 9 persons | 615 |
| 10 -15 persons | 583 |
1/ Private air-conditioned vehicle during sightseeing trip
2/ Entrance fees where mentioned
3/ Private English speaking guide
4/ Meals (B: Breakfast, L: Lunch, D: Dinner)
5/ Bike and helmet
6/ Accommodation based on 3 star hotel with breakfast
1/ Personal spending money such as drink and all other things are non-clearly mentioned in the itinerary
2/ Travel insurance
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