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Day 1
Chiang Mai
Individual arrival and transfer to the hotel, where we will meet and spend the next three nights. In
the evening we will gather for a welcome and orientation in the hotel. You will receive all information
regarding the tour and learn some interesting trivia about our host country. We will also hand out
the Phuket cycling thailand jerseys to all participants.
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Day 2
1
st Stage, Doi Suthep Mountain (28 km | 700 m ascent | B included)
In the morning we take an optional excursion by bus to the famous Doi Suthep temple, which
overlooks the city from an altitude of 1,056 masl. Then we visit various art workshops that give
insights into the production of silk, paper umbrellas and lacquer work.
In the afternoon we will return to Doi Suthep again, however this time on our bikes. It is the first of
a several classic Chiang Mai rides we will be doing. With it's 11 km steady climb of an average 6%
flanked by trees that offer a pleasant shadow it is the ideal warm up stage. In the evening we take the opportunity to visit the night market or simply enjoy the
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Day 3
2
nd stage, Samoeng Loop = 89 km, 1,460 m ascent
A classic of the local cycling scene. After twenty flat kilometers the road gradually begins to rise. The
winding road leads us past rice fields, plantations and mountain villages. We cycle through forest
areas and great mountain landscapes to the highest point of the stage at 1,150 meters above sea
level. After the long descent through the Mae Sa Valley, we ride from Mae Rim along Canal Road
back to our hotel. B | L incl.
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Day 4
3
rd stage, Chiang Mai – Pai = 127 km, 2,060 m ascent
The initial 40 km take us on almost flat roads along rice fields, constantly moving towards the
mountains. We tackle four longer inclines with 220 to 400 meters ascent each. The winding road
takes us across mountainous, jungle-covered landscapes, and through traditional villages. The
highest pass lies at an elevation of 1,439 m. Our stage ends in the small town of Pai, set in a
picturesque Alpine valley. B | L incl.
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Day 5
Rest day in Pai
Pai is the perfect place for a day of relaxation. This cozy little town, located in a high valley, is well
known for its laid-back atmosphere and music scene. The rest day offers you the opportunity to
relax and take a massage by the hotel pool. Adventure seeking cyclists may prefer river rafting or a
trekking tour. B incl.
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Day 6
4
th stage, Pai – Mae Hong Son = 115 km, 2,700 m ascent
A real challenge, but a spectacularly beautiful stage. As you exit Pai, the road climbs to the first pass
at 1,443 meters above sea level, where we are rewarded with a wonderful view of the mountain
landscape. We master further climbs, past plantations and mountain villages to the stage destination
in Mae Hong Son on the Burmese border. Mae Hong Son is known for its variety of hill tribes,
including the Meo, Lawa and the famous long-necked Karen. We will stay in a wonderful remote
resort outside the city. B | L incl.
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Day 7
5
th stage, Mae Hong Son – Khun Yuam = 63 km, 1,070 m ascent
Today's short stage with two longer climbs of two hundred meters vertical each runs through an
original, wild mountain landscape. Khun Yuam is a traditional Thai village with a simple village life
and friendly residents. B | L incl.
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Day 8
6
th stage, Khun Yuam – Mae Sariang = 97 km, 1,450 m ascent
We ride up and down, through countless curves past plantations through many small villages. Most
of the locals here belong to the hill tribes. Our hotel is located directly on the Salawin River which
forms the natural border with Burma. B | L incl.
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Day 9
7
th stage, Mae Sariang – Chom Thong = 143 km, 2,270 m ascent
The first long and even incline begins after a few kilometers. After twenty kilometers we reach the
top of the pass at 1,210 meters above sea level. On the high plateau, the vegetation and smells of
which are sometimes reminiscent of the Mediterranean, a few shorter climbs and descents alternate
before we are rewarded with a 10 km descent. Our resort is located almost directly at the entrance
to Doi Inthanon National Park. B | L incl.
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Day 10
8
th stage, Chom Thong – Doi Inthanon National Park – Chiang Mai
= 120 km, 2,290 m ascent
Another challenge awaits us on our final stage today. We climb on Doi Inthanon road until we reach
Khun Khlang Village. There we turn right and - after a coffee break - make our way up to the top of
Doi Inthanon National Park at an altitude of 1,700 m. After several descents with one more noticable
climb between them, we reach picturesque Mae Wang Valley. We cross this valley along a mountain
river and will finally have a few more flat kilometers back to Chiang Mai.
We look forward to our beautiful five star hotel, in which we have already spent the first three
nights. We toast the great tour and our great achievements over dinner together. B | L | D incl.
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11 th day – end of an exciting tour
Extension or continuation of individual journey as one chooses. B incl.
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