Lakes of Kanchanaburi
Bike tour in Thailand | 6 days ex Bangkok | US$890
beautiful lakes - jungle cycling - national parks - waterfalls - Thai-Burma Railway
Thailand is such a large and dynamic country that even if you've been here quite often, there are still places that are relatively undiscovered and untouched by mass tourism. By exploring these areas by bicycle you have the opportunity to be far more involved in your surroundings than any other form of traveling.
This trip will take you to parts of Thailand that you never thought existed. Explore Kanchanaburi Province visiting some beautiful smaller towns to experience Thai society outside the city and away from areas sustained largely by tourism. Cycle along side two picturesque lakes, sleep a night on a rafthouse on a lake, cycle into the dense jungle to stunning waterfalls.
Itinerary
Day 1 | Kanchanaburi
After picking you up from your hotel in Bangkok we transfer to the provincial city of Kanchanaburi.
Day 2 | Tong Pha Phum
After a short drive to Hellfire Pass we set out on the ride to Tong Pha Phum, a small town with excellent snacks available at the local market. Our destination for the night is a flotilla of raft houses on the nearby lake.
Day 3 | Sangklaburi
The most challenging day of the ride, we head from the rafts up to Sangklaburi, a town close to the border with Myanmar. The ride follows the edge of the lake looking out onto attractive floating villages. This town is home to many a diverse range of ethnic groups and feels more like being in Myanmar than Thailand.
Day 4 | Huay Mae Kamin
A short road transfer to the beginning of the ride will get us started mid morning on this dirt road ride into the Khuean Srinagarindra National Park. This ride is through the quiet jungle and is a true adventure into a largely unexplored part of the country. A swim in the refreshing Huay Mae Kamin Waterfall will be a good reward for the long day of cycling.
Day 5 | Erawan
A short ride to the ferry that will take us across the lake, then a scenic undulating ride on smooth sealed road will take us towards our destination of Erewan Waterfall.
Day 6 | return to Bangkok
After a relaxing morning we transfer back to Bangkok and the conclusion of the trip.
Facts and Information
Style
fully supported cycling
Grasshopper Leader
This tour will be led by a Thai cycling guide.
Inclusions
support vehicle, local guide, most meals, entry fees
Group Size
minimum 2, maximum 12
Accommodation
1 night hotel, 2 nights guesthouse, 1 night basic rafthouse
Meals Included
5 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 5 dinners
Difficulty
moderate/difficult (customer rating: 4 out of 5 - the hardest being 5)
Private Groups
Have your own group and interested in this tour? We can arrange private departures of this tour for a minimum of 2 people.
Feedback and Reviews
"Overall the trip was absolutely excellent and we both had a great time. There are so many positive comments we could make, but in particular I would like to highlight how fantastic both Nutty and Ar (the guides) were for the whole trip. Everything was superbly organised and Nutty was always planning and organising the next stage while Ar was an excellent cyling companion. They are both a great credit to Grasshopper and fine ambassadors of their country."
– Tony, April 2008
“Had a wonderful time, great tour guides, and the best food ever.”
– Andrew & Anna, March 2008
