Bangkok Cycle To Luang Prabang - trip start from Bangkok the capital of Thailand to LuangPrabang, the world heritage town.the Crazy traffic in Bangkok don’t allow us the cycling so we transfer to Ayutthaya to avoid the busy traffic. Cycling and visiting Ayutthaya Historical Temples, the Kamphaeng Phet Historical Park and especially Sukho Thai (the ancient kingdom of Thai people from 1238-1438 )and the largest city in northern Thailand, to Golden Triangle toward Chiang Khong , enjoy exotic landscapes, stunning sugar cain and rubber tree plantation. the riders have great opportunity in exploring breathtaking scenery in North of Thailand .

DAY 1: BANGKOK – AYUTHAYA –UTHAI THANI

8:00 AM Pick up from your hotel so after breakfast and check out we have to transfer 1 hour and half or two hours to avoid the busy part of Bangkok city to Ayuthaya,It was the capital for 417 years from 1351 until it was sacked by the Burmese in 1767 ,We will start the cycling trip after taking a short time to visit the historical temple to Uthai Thani along the backroad with less traffic . We will have a chance to climb the Sakae Krong hill for the sunset view over the town and visit the hill top temple ( if we still have time.) when we reach there. Dinner and overnight in Uthai Thani.

Activities:

60 km biking.

Meal : lunch, Dinner

DAY 2: UTHAI THANI- KAM PHAENG PHET

The easy day will start with the cycling from the peaceful and quiet resort hidden near the town center crossing a small bridge to the other side of the river follow Sakae Krang River to Chao Praya river continue cycling along the river on the country road is best ride to enjoy seeing the REAL Thailand, the countryside, the villages. We stop for lunch in Nakhon Sawan at the restaurant on the riverside overlooking the intersection of Ping and Nan river (to become Chao Praya River). After we done 80 cycling we get on the van and transfer on the highway 1 to Kamphaeng Phet. Overnight at the Riverside Resort overlooking Ping River.

Activities:

80km biking.

Meal : Breakfast, lunch, Dinner

DAY 3: KAM PHAENG PHET- SUKHON THAI

After the breakfast at the hotel the bike will be ready and waiting for you in front of the resort .We cycle to Kamphaeng Phet Historical Park it is a part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site Historic Town of Sukhothai and Associated Historic Towns, from the hotel. We will spend around 1 hours to discover the temples, then cycling to lunch . After that we keep cycling on quiet countryside road along Ramkhampaeng National Park. We reach Sukho Thai, founded in 1,238AD was the capital of Thai empire for 140 years before moving to Ayuthaya. And before we cycle to the hotel we will spend time to Visit the temples in SukhoThai Historical Park .Overnight in SukhoThai.

Activities:

85km biking.

Meal : Breakfast, lunch, Dinner

DAY 4: SUKHOTHAI- CHAING MAI

From the hotel We cycle through one of the best scenery in the rural of Thailand. The scenery keep changing through the sugar cane farm, the villages, the rice field and the mountain view. Today we have packed lunch as there is no local restaurant in this remote area. After lunch we stransfer to Chaing Mai, The largest city in northern Thailand.Overnight in Chaing Mai

Activities:

50km biking.

Meal : Breakfast,lunch, Dinner

DAY 5: CHAING MAI – FREEDAY

Free to discover Chaing Mai , the city’s beautiful temples and unique sites. The historical capital of the old Lanna Kingdom, Chiang Mai is rich in culture. The Old City – an attraction in itself – hosts most of the best temples, museums and other interesting sites, with many more just outside the ancient city walls and moat.

Activities:

0km biking.

Meal : Breakfast

DAY 6: CHIANG MAI- CHIANG DAO

After breakfast we will pick up in the morning and we will do a short transfer out of city and. We cycle along the singletrack through a scenic teak forest to our lunch spot at refreshing water fall. After lunck we continue to cycle along nice country road and the elephant road to our resort in Chiang Dao. Overnight in Chaing Dao.

Activities:

50km biking.
Meal : Breakfast , Lunch ,Dinner

DAY 7 : CHIANG DAO- CHAI PRAKAN

Breakfast at the hotel. We start cycling from our resort to Chiang Dao cave and temple retreat. After that we continue to cycle Chai Prakan . Today ride is real challenge for mountain biker as we climb some outstanding mountain cut by the local hill tribes .we ride dirt road through rice fields . Along the way we will meet Akha,Lisu,Palaung people .the colorful for Palaung are recent migrants and we will see their women adorned with the heavy brass waistband working in the fields. Overnight in the hotel in Chai Prakan.

Activities:

75km biking.
Meal :Breakfast, Lunch ,Dinner

DAY 8: CHAI PRAKAN -MALIKA

The easy will start after the breakfast at the hotel and we will start our journey . Today ‘s ride is flat compare with next few day. We will ride along back road though the village where the farmer working in their rice paddies and orchards. Reach Fang for our lunch. In the afternoon we continue to riding through the village to Malika.overnight in Malika.

Activities:

90km biking.
Meal :Breakfast, Lunch ,Dinner

DAY 9 MALIKA – CHIANG RAI

Breakfast at the hotel. A short transfer from our resort along the main road to the back road and we will start cycling from there .we cycle the remote countryside along Kok river ,cycle thought the small village and a wide variety of crop. Our day will finish at the Wat Rum khun ,Thailand white temple, which is likely the most unique temple in the country. Take a short time to visit and the transfer by the van to our hotel in Chiang Rai. Free and leisure . we hightly recommend you to pampering yourself with the wonderful Thai massage at the night market in the evening.

Activities:

81km biking.
Meal :Breakfast, Lunch ,Dinner

DAY 10: CHIANG RAI-CHIANG KHONG

Breakfast at the hotel. We will cycle along undulating with some flat section passing Rubber plantation , the rice paddies where the water buffalo plow through the field or sowing seed into the earth by farmer. We will finish our cycling day at the ancient temple in Chaing Saon ,south of golden triangle ,jump on the van and transfer to lodge lodge in the middle of H’MONG village with the spectacular view of the pristine valley. Free to relax or wander through village to experience the local daily life of the villagers in the community.

Activities:

80km biking.
Meal :Breakfast, Lunch ,Dinner

DAY 11: CHIANG KHONG- CROSING BODER – HUAYXAI

After breakfast , Another easy day will start with downhill from our lodge we will start to cycle along the Mekong river through the tropical Thailand countryside. We will finish at the border to Laos via the bridge .we have to Say Sawadee ‘goodbye’ Thailand and “Sabaidee “ Laos. We walk to our hotel at the border town .

Activities:

53km biking.
Meals: breakfast , Lunch, Dinner.

DAY 12 : HUAY XAI – PAKBENG

No riding today, after breakfast boarding on boat down the Mekong River, the longest river in Southeast Asia, the 7 longest in Asia and the 12 longest in the world, which flows from China along the Lao/Burma border, the Thai Lao border before turning east and running through the heart of Laos. The boatman prepares our lunch and we have in the boat. More relax today and see the countryside life style look out for water buffalo and villagers doing their laundry as well as hundreds of smiling children enjoying the river. Our journey takes around 8 – 9 hours. We finally arrive the small town call Pakbeng for overnight.

Activities:

no Biking ,boat trip 8 – 9 hours
Meals: breakfast , Lunch, Dinner

DAY 13: PAKBENG – HONGSA

After breakfast we cycle from hotel, riding along the new road, this road was built in 2011 To Hongsa ,of one district of Sayaboury province but the road is not very busy,after 12 km we will start the first long climb in laos. lunch pack will be brought and prepared by our guide, we stop for lunch by the road under the tree or at the hut of local farm on the top of the mountain , after that along downhill will be your award and last easy 30km to Hongsa where we stay overnight.

Activities:

86 biking.
Meals: breakfast , Lunch, Dinner

DAY 14: HONGSA- SAYABOURY

After breakfast we cycle to Sayaboury .the hard day will start with flat section to warm up the muscle for the big climb.on the way we stop at the local villages observe their daily life, it is a non-touristic area, and strange for local people to see tourists are riding on bicycles for long distance but they are very friendly and we can stop for photo at the villages and talk to them. We stop for lunch by the road and transfer by van to our destination ,Sayaboury , known as home of elephants in the past, it is non-touristic town in Laos

Activities:

60 biking.
Meals: breakfast , Lunch, Dinner.

DAY 15 :SAYABOURY – LUANGPPRBANG

In the morning we will transfer by van from the hotel to Muangnan .and the cycling will start from there to LuangPrabang , the world heritage town. Today ride’s is gentle compare with previous days. we along the Mekong River from Muangnan, through the local and tribal villages along the Mekong River, to Kaung Si waterfall ,The falls begin in shallow pools atop a steep hillside. These lead to the main fall with a 60 metres drop.take short time to swim to cold down before have lunch and continue to cycle to Luangprabang . End The Tour

Activities:

80 biking.
Meals: breakfast , Lunch.

Departure date : Join in group departure on 23rd Monthly

Group Size : From 2 to 16 riders

Tour cost : Contact Us

TOP THINGS TO DO IN LAOS

Laos is a treasure trove of natural and architectural wonders. With a little patience and some time you can see incredible man-made and natural wonders from north to south in the Lao PDR. Don’t miss these top 10 things to see and do.

Wat Xieng Thong

Luang Prabang's best-known monastery is centred on a 1560 sǐm (ordination hall). Its roofs sweep low to the ground and there's a stunning 'tree of life' mosaic set on its western exterior wall. Close by are several stupas and three compact little chapel halls called hŏr. Hŏr Ɖąi, shaped like a tall tomb, houses a standing Buddha. The Hŏr Ɖąi Pha Sai-nyàat, dubbed La Chapelle Rouge – the Red Chapel – by the French, contains a rare reclining Buddha.

Fronted in lavish gilt work, the Hóhng Kép Mîen stores a ceremonial carriage, festooned with red-tongued naga (river serpents) designed to carry the golden funeral urns of Lao royalty.

Pha That Luang

Pha That Luang, Vientiane Laos |

Boun That Luang takes place every November, over three days around the full moon. The stupa in Vientiane is the national symbol of Laos and is said to house a piece of Buddha’s breastbone. Thousands of pilgrims gather at That Luang to give offerings to the monks who come from all over Laos. Processions, parties, and a trade show follow. Even if you don’t make it for the festival, the stupa is a sight to behold any time of year. Join the faithful and place offerings of flowers, candles and incense at the alter, or quietly stroll around the massive enclosed yard.

Vat Phou / Wat Phou

Along with the Champasak Cultural Landscape, the 5th century Khmer ruins of Wat Phou is the second inclusion in the UNESCO World Heritage List of Laos. Wat Phou, meaning ‘mountain temple.’ Blended into the surrounding nature, the remains of Wat Phou are dotted all over the mountain face. Oriented toward the east, the ruins have two large reservoirs on either side of a long column-lined road, leading toward the mountains. Past the palace ruins, up a steep staircase, you’ll find the sanctuary with a modern Buddhist shrine and a natural spring considered to be sacred.

Tad Lo

Tad Lo is 56 miles (90 kilometers) away from the southern town of Pakse. Soak in the visual and aural splendor of the falls or take a dip and cool off from heat. Three cascades make up the falls: Tad Hang, Tad Lo itself and Tad Suong. Accommodations are available to spend the night and enjoy the surrounding scenery. Tad Lo is an impressive three-tiered waterfall in Salavan Province. Several guesthouses and restaurants around the falls make it an ideal lunch spot or stopover for trekking, swimming, and tubing. Tad Lo is accessible by bus, motorbike, or as part of a group tour package of the Bolaven Plateau.

Swim in the Mekong at 4000 Islands

French Bridge at Sunset on Don Det |

Don Det has a beach at its northern tip that doubles as a ferry landing. You can also take a dip in the Mekong, the largest river in Southeast Asia, on either of the two beaches on Don Khon–one by Liphi Falls and one farther south. Easy Go Backpackers Hostel on Don Det has a beach area and Don Som Riverside Guesthouse has a swimming spot on Don Som. If river swimming isn’t your thing and you’d rather lounge by the pool, check out the one by Little Eden Guesthouse at the north end of Don Det or the Blue Lagoon Swimming pool at the southern tip of the island.

Tat Kuang Si

Thirty kilometres southwest of Luang Prabang, Tat Kuang Si is a many-tiered waterfall tumbling over limestone formations into a series of cool, swimmable turquoise pools; the term 'Edenic' doesn't do it justice. When you're not swinging off ropes into the water, there's a public park with shelters and picnic tables where you can eat lunch. Don't miss the Tat Kuang Si Bear Rescue Centre, where wild Asiatic moon bears, confiscated from poachers, are given a new lease of life.

Many cheap eateries line the entrance car park at the top end of the Khamu village of Ban Thapene, selling everything from local snacks to grilled chicken and fish.

Visiting Kuang Si by hired motorcycle is very pleasant now that the road here is decently paved and allows stops in villages along the way. By bicycle, be prepared for two long, steady hills to climb. A tuk-tuk from Luang Prabang costs 150,000K for one person, and 50,000K per person in a group of three, so it's best to get a group together. A private minivan will cost 350,000K.

Plain of Jars

Plain of Jars’ thousands of mysterious megalithic jars are scattered throughout Xiang Khuang Province in northeastern Laos. Dating from the iron age, the oldest jars go back to 500 BC. The largest “King Jar” is at Site 1 and the longest jar is at Site 2. It’s possible to hire a guide to take you on a trek from Site 2, which is behind a rice paddy to Site 3, which is in the forest on top of a hill. The leading theory suggests these stone vessels were used in burial rituals. Evidence suggests that bodies were distilled in the jars until only bones remained. The bones were then removed and interred in a ceramic jar or in the ground. Nine of the 90 sites containing jars have been cleared of UXOs, so stick to the established routes and bring a guide out trekking with you.

Kuang Si Falls

Kuang Si Falls |

In the north of Laos lies Luang Prabang, a portion of the old town which is a UNESCO World Heritage listed site. Ride or cycle to Kuang Si or Tad Saw waterfalls, take a boat cruise down the Mekong river, and eat local Lao or fantastic French food at one of the restaurants in town. This former royal capital is home to some of the most elaborate and best preserved temples in the country. Visit the Royal Palace and the watermelon-shaped Wat Wisunarat or hike up Mount Phousi for sunrise or sunset.

Tour Cost Includes:

MTB Bikes for complete Tour and helmet
Accommodation in tour - 14 nights
All Meals B = Breakfast , L = Lunch , D = Dinner
Lunch in Midway restaurant/City Restaurant or Pack Lunch
Mechanic throughout the tour
Boat trip , local ferry in tour
Back up AC vehicle for complete tour ( Bus , + Truck for group )
English speaking Local Guide - Cum biking guide
Fresh Fruits/Snacks (Only Cycling Part)
Unlimited filter water during cycling (Only Cycling Part)
All road and transport taxes
Driver Allowance
Toll and Parking charges
10% Government Taxe

Tour Cost Excludes:

International flight tickets , visa
Accommodation in Bangkok and Luang Prabang
Other personal expenses
Tips and Gratitude
Travel insurance
Any Hard and Soft Drink with meals

Travel Information

Bikes: Trek MTB Bikes

Bike Hire: Includes on Tour Cost. You may bring your own bikes, but in this case let us know in advance. Other equipment provided: Pedals, helmet, water bottles.

Accommodation

Accommodation is offered at all locations. Most of the hotels are Culture Resort, Home-stay , guesthouse ,Eco Resorts & family run hotels - all with a common line of quality in service. Our costs are based on 'twin-sharing' foundation. For those who wants single room, we offer single room, but at extra cost.

Terrain

The landscape is mountain, biking through the village streets ,fields, fruits garden , local ferry and monkey bridges

Climate

The annual monsoon cycles that affect all of mainland Southeast Asia produce a ‘dry and wet monsoon climate’ with three basic seasons for most of Laos. The southwest monsoon arrives in Laos between May and July and lasts into November.
The monsoon is followed by a dry period (from November to May), beginning with lower relative temperatures and cool breezes created by Asia’s northeast monsoon (which bypasses most of Laos), lasting until mid-February. Exceptions to this general pattern include Xieng Khuang, Hua Phan and Phongsali Provinces, which may receive rainfall coming from Vietnam and China during the months of April and May.
Rainfall varies substantially according to latitude and altitude, with the highlands of Vientiane, Bolikhamsai, Khammuan and eastern Champasak Provinces receiving the most.
Temperatures also vary according to altitude. In the humid, low-lying Mekong River valley, temperatures range from 15°C to 38°C, while the mountains of Xieng Khuang it can drop to 0°C at night.
When to go
The best time for visiting most of Laos is between November and February, when it rains the least and is not too hot. It’s also Laos’s main season for both national and regional bun (festivals).
If you plan to focus on the mountainous northern provinces, the hot season (from March to May) and early rainy season (around June) is not bad either, as temperatures are moderate at higher elevations. Southern Laos, on the other hand, is best avoided from March to May, when day-time temperatures break into the 40s and nights aren’t much cooler.
The rainy season is not as bad as you might think. While it will rain – very heavily – the downpours are often fairly brief and can be bracketed by long periods of sunshine. The rains also clear dust from the skies and land, making everything clearer and brighter. Of course, there are downsides; unsealed roads can become quagmires and extensive travel in remote areas like Salavan, Phongsali and Sainyabuli might be impossible. River travel can be a good alternative during these months. If you intend to travel extensively by river, November is the best; flooding has usually subsided yet river levels are still high enough for maximum navigability. Between January and June, low water can make navigating some rivers difficult.
December to February and August are the peak tourist times. January, in particular, is very busy and booking ahead is advisable.

Transportation/Support Vehicles

All transport is involved in the cost. We provide backup vehicle at all times during cycling trip. The vehicle can be used to boat your baggage & yourself as required.

Food

Food is a very essential part of these trips. We make sure that the meals we offer is method delicious, unless you ask for dull meals. You are also permitted the choice of veggie or non-vegetarian meals. We suggest that you consume only the canned standard water. Please make sure that the container is enclosed.

What to bring

Footwear
Bike shoes
Helmet
Pedal
Water Bottle
Sun cream lotion
Relaxed shoes for walking
Shoes for other sightseeing
Socks

Clothing

In Laos, the conventional of outfit is more traditional. We counsel you to prevent very short shorts/skirts and limited tops/tanktops when viewing small non-urban places,pagodas, temples, mosques or other sacred sites as this may limit your access.
Water resistant jacket.
Riding a bike equipment like safety gloves and shorts.

Others

Torch
Mosquito repellent
Eyewear, cap
Sun lotion of spf at least 35
Individual Bike riding equipment like bar finishes, pedals, chairs and headgear
Helmets for riding a bike

Health

Malaria is a avoidable disease that can create trouble if neglected. One can prevent disease by taking recommended anti-malarial drugs and defending against insect attacks. The areas you will be passing are Malaria-free. Make sure that your insurance provider includes illnesses and injuries overseas.

Precautions

Bring all the important medications and OTC medications. Do not ignore to have the brands as well as the general titles of the medications one needs to have.
Use a sun hat when revealed.
Consume a lot of liquids. Don't drink tap water. Use only bottled water which is always kept in the back of your automobile.
Bring your personal medical kit and pest resilient.
To avoid fungus and parasitic attacks, keep legs clean and dry, and do not go without shoes.
Do not eat food bought from road providers.
Do not drink drinks with ice.
Do not eat milk products unless it is known that they have been pasteurized.
Prevent managing creatures (especially apes, pets, and cats) to avoid attacks and serious illnesses.

Medical Information Update

Details given above are liable to change every now and then and one should contact the Native Lao tasks of the specific country or the government vacationer offices for more details.

Shopping

You will get possibilities en-route to do a bit of purchasing. However unless particularly requested for, our guide will not suggest any particular store. Neither we nor our driver/guides take any percentage on purchasing.

Spending Money

Every visitor will have different cash specifications and varying personal costs. Please assess your own spending routines while enabling for beverages, purchasing and falling. Also keep aside cash for extra costs like: