Embark on a scenic day trip from Chiang Mai to Northern Thailand and explore the tranquil countryside by bike. Starting with a van ride from your hotel to the northern rural areas, you’ll begin your cycling adventure amidst lush rice paddies. Accompanied by your guide, you’ll experience the slow-paced lifestyle of local farmers and craftsmen, and pedal your way to the Sankampaeng markets for fresh local produce. Visit local temples to make traditional offerings, before concluding at the Sankampaeng Hot Springs for a rejuvenating dip in the mineral-rich waters, noted for their healing properties. The day ends with a van ride back to Chiang Mai. Alternatively, opt for a full-day 60-kilometer bike tour that includes a scenic train ride to Lamphun, visits to historical sites like Wat Phra That Hariphunchai, and interactions with locals at Ban Tawai Handicraft, all guided with included meals, snacks, and round-trip train tickets, ensuring a memorable countryside adventure.
Chiang Mai Countryside by Bike
- Venture through the enigmatic tunnels of the Umong Forest Temple accompanied by our knowledgeable tour guide.
- Experience the majestic Phra That Hariphunchai, renowned for its striking golden chendi.
- Relish a delightful lunch and refreshments in a quaint village nestled along the serene banks of the Ping River.
- Embark on a scenic train journey from Chiang Mai to the captivating attractions of Lamphun.
- Explore the lush countryside on a cycling adventure that takes you through orchards, fields, and woodlands.
Important Notes
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Departs: Daily, 08:30 AM to 17:30 PM
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Pick up Time: 08:30 AM
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Pick up area: Discova Day Tour Shop Chiang Mai
- Shop Address: 10, 3 Wiang Kaew Rd, Tambon Si Phum, Muang, Chiang Mai 50000 (Please look for a greenery co-working space “Punspace Wiang Kaew” the shop will be located in front of it)
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Duration: 12 Hours
*Contact +60135333353 to check for availability
Itinerary
- Meet at Discova Chiang Mai office at 8.15AM. The bike tour will depart at 8:30 am sharp as we have a train to catch. After a quick bike fitting and briefing, we pedal to the railway station to catch the train to Lamphun.
- Lamphun – Bikes on the Train : The 30-minute train ride will take you south from Chiang Mai to Lamphun.
- Wat Phra That Hariphunchai – Bike from the Lamphun railway station through quiet streets and lanes past the ancient city wall to the sacred Temple of Phra That Hariphunchai with its imposing golden chedi
- Chiang Mai – Pedaling out of the city, the bike tour will cut across the countryside towards Chiang Mai, wandering through fruit orchards and along canals.
- Mae Ping River – The tour takes a break in a small village on the banks of the Ping River for some deliciously simple Thai food.
- Baan Tawai Village – Lunch & bike across the Ping River and on through rice paddies arriving at the wood carving village of Ban Tawai. Parking our bikes, we will take a few moments to walk around and admire the craftsmanship of the wood carvers.
- Doi Suthep – Cycling the backroads and country lanes making our way through small villages, out across the plain to forested lanes in the foothills of Doi Suthep. Along the way we will stop at an ancient forest shrine of one of the founding kings of Chiang Mai
- Royal Park Rajapruek – After traversing a few undulating hills, we will reach the esteemed Royal Ratchapuek Park. Once we arrive at the park, we will take a well-deserved break.
- At 5.00 PM, we will gather our bikes and load them onto our vehicle, proceeding to return to our shop. This route will allow us to avoid the congested roads during peak hours, providing us with a peaceful respite after a fulfilling day of cycling
**The itinerary plan is for reference only – make sure to participate based on the date you selected when booking.
