Chiang Dao and Mae Taeng Valley cycling trip

Chiang Mai Trip Overview

From Chiang Mai, participants will explore two stunning valleys on two wheels. The first day we discover the Chiang Dao valley, with it’s impressive mountain, the caves, and some hill tribes villages. Witness authentic rural life of Northern Thailand on the second day in the flat and fertile Mae Taeng valley plain. Ride winding trails passing through rice paddies and plantations. Make a stop at the stunning Wat Ban Den Temple for a culture stop, and have a glimpse at the Mae Ngat Dam. Enjoy a rich cultural experience through this rewarding two days cycling adventure.

Additional Info

Duration: 2 days
Starts: Chiang Mai, Thailand
Trip Category: Multi-day & Extended Tours >> Overnight Tours

What to Expect When Visiting Chiang Mai, Chiang Mai Province, Thailand

From Chiang Mai, participants will explore two stunning valleys on two wheels. The first day we discover the Chiang Dao valley, with it’s impressive mountain, the caves, and some hill tribes villages. Witness authentic rural life of Northern Thailand on the second day in the flat and fertile Mae Taeng valley plain. Ride winding trails passing through rice paddies and plantations. Make a stop at the stunning Wat Ban Den Temple for a culture stop, and have a glimpse at the Mae Ngat Dam. Enjoy a rich cultural experience through this rewarding two days cycling adventure.

Itinerary

Day 1: Ride the Chiang Dao Hills (cycling distance 30 to 45 km/18 to 28 miles)

Stop At: Wat Tham Chiang Dao Temple, Chiang Dao Subdistrict, Chiang Dao Thailand
Meeting with the tour guide at your Chiang Mai hotel and drive north to the Chiang Dao valley, our starting point. After a short briefing and bike fitting, we start pedaling on undulating rural road and trails, eventually reaching the Chiang Dao caves (15km). Ride with the sight of the imposing Doi Luang Chiang Dao (the country’s third tallest mountain) in the background.
After lunch, we visit the sanctuary caves then hop on the saddle for an exciting afternoon ride. Cycle (23 km) through rural countryside to reach a hill-tribe village (dirt trails, as per participants abilities). Meet with our vehicle for transfer to the Mae Taeng valley for overnight at the hotel.
Duration: 7 hours

Stop At: Chiang Dao Market, Chiang Dao Thailand
Local market
Duration: 20 minutes

Meals included:
• Lunch: Simple lunch at local restaurant
• Dinner: Thai dinner Set menu (vegetarian/other diet types on request)
Accommodation included: Le Cocotier Resort, in family garden rooms (with A/C). Twin share or double bed. Family rooms for 3-4 persons available.

Day 2: Mae Taeng Valley exploration (cycling distance 20 to 32 km /8 to 13 miles)

Stop At: Wat Ban Den, Mae Taeng 50150 Thailand
Breakfast at the hotel. Morning easy cycling loop on rural paved road. Stop to visit the impressive Temple nestled in the valley. Afternoon ride is slightly more challenging, cycling a loop with unpaved trails along irrigation canals, and into the forest. After the ride, transfer by vehicle to Chiang Mai and drop off at your hotel/city.
Duration: 6 hours

Pass By: Si Lanna National Park, Ban Pao, Mae Taeng Thailand
Cycle rural roads and dirt trails in this fertile valley irrigated by the water of the Mae Ngat Dam.

Meals included:
• Breakfast: Continental breakfast set
• Lunch: Set Thai meal
No accommodation included on this day.

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