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Three Days Cycling Tour
Chiang Rai - Golden Triangle - Laos Border
Tour code : CRBT– 3DCK
Itinerary
Day 1 White temple and Art and Cultural Park (50 km) (L)
After a short safety briefing and personalized bicycle fitting, we begin our cycling through small villages and rice fields and then follow the Lao River downstream. The bicycle ride is pleasant with much greenery due to the proximity of the river. While you are cycling you will discover the real rural Thailand and see the local lifestyle on the outskirts of Chiang Rai. We will cycle past various fruit orchards, rice fields, and see many teak trees. We will stop and visit the amazing white temple (Wat Rong Khun) and then have lunch at a local restaurant near the temple.
In the afternoon we will cycle to visit the Mae Fah Luang Art and Cultural Park*. It is the region's largest center and displays a huge collection of art items of Lanna culture or Tai culture. Then we will continue cycling to the meditation center and explore a cave close by. After that we will cycle on unseal road pass rice fields and many pineapple plantations. The overnight stop is at a beautiful resort with a nice swimming pool (Monfahsai resort).
Remark: Mae Fah Luang Art and Cultural Park close every Monday
Day 2 Chiang Saen and Golden Triangle (65 km) (B,L)
After breakfast we will start cycling pass Chiang Rai Ratjabhat University and then cycling through many rice fields. The bicycle ride is pleasant with much greenery due to the proximity of Maekok river. While you are cycling through this beautiful countryside you will discover the real rural Thailand and see the local lifestyle on the outskirts of Chiang Rai. Along the way we will visit the Chinese Buddhist Temple, where you can see many young Chinese monks in their unique dress and the largest “Happy Buddha” in Thailand. After visit the temple we will cycle past various fruit orchards, rice fields and rubber plantations. We will have lunch at a local restaurant on the way to Chiang Saen the ancient city. The second night is spend at a resort with a swimming pool that is located inside the ancient city (Chiang Saen Golden Land Resort).
In the afternoon we will go by car to the Golden Triangle and spend time visiting the many sights. It is the location where the three countries of Thailand, Laos and Myanmar come together along the Mekong River and made famous by the opium trade. We will visit the Opium museum and learn about the history of opium trade that led to the area being called the Golden Triangle. Leaving the Golden Triangle by speed boat we will cross over the Mekong River and visit a small market in Laos and see fascinating aspects of the Laotian culture, and then return to Chiang Saen by speedboat in the late afternoon.
Day 3 Chiang Saen – Chiang Khong(Laos border) (70 km) (B,L)
After breakfast we will cycle along the Mekong River and experience how farmers growing tobacco, corn, cabbage, garlic and so on. The countryside will consist of rolling hills, some steep hills which will bring us to Chiang Khong (Laos border), the gate to Indochina ”. Upon arriving at Chiang Khong we will have a nice lunch. The afternoon will provide time to wander around this lovely little town. After that we will drive back to Chiangrai.
Those interested can cross over to Laos, and if prearranged, you can leave the tour here and take the boat up to Luang Prabang. (If you are interested in this option please let us know ahead of time so we can assist you with travel arrangements.)
FACTS
Duration : 3 days, 2 nights
Distance : Total cycling distance is about 185 km
Group size : 2-8 people
Included
- 24 gears mountain bike with front suspension
- Helmet
- Accommodations for 2 nights (Twin share)
- 5 Meals; 2 breakfasts and 3 lunches (B=Breakfast, L=Lunch)
- All activities and admission fee for entrance as mentioned in this program
- Snacks and drinking water during riding
- Local accident insurance
- English speaking cycling guide
- Support car
Excluded
- Personal drink and alcohol
- Dinner
Things to be prepare
Small backpack , Sunglasses, sun block, insect repellent, flip-flops,
a small camera, Shoes and Shorts for cycling and personal medicines.
Price
THB 8,600/person
(Minimum 2 people)
The price is valid until November 31, 2012.
For more information or book the tour, please contact us