Secret South
Bike tour in Thailand | 13 days Bangkok to Krabi | US$1880
Hua Hin - Gulf of Thailand Coast - Andaman Coast - Khao Lak - Island Cruise
Thailand is an extremely visitor friendly place with its offerings of delicious food, friendly people, great weather and two coastlines. It really is a paradise for all. This tour is for everyone, apart from the great cycling, it has boat rides, elephant rides, a little walking and bamboo rafting. The riding is not too hard, but there will be an opportunity to challenge yourself if you choose.
You will see many areas that are seldom visited by western tourists and a few that are frequently visited. It’s all about the variety and the fun of a true holiday. Come see the Secret South!
Itinerary
Days 1-2 | Bangkok
We meet on day one at our hotel then head out for a tasty Thai meal. The next day, drive south of Bangkok to visit the Amphoe Wah area to see the floating market and in the evening the fire-flies that the area is famous for.
Days 3-5 | Gulf of Thailand Cycling
Heading further south by car reach the holiday place of choice for Thai royalty, Hua Hin. After settling in take a gentle ride of the area. On days 4 and 5 ride south along the Gulf of Thailand Coast, through limestone hills and small farms, with the ever present coconut trees lining the road.
Day 6 | Ranong
Leaving the flat coastal regions head west across a low mountain range where the cycling gets more challenging as you ride through small villages in the hinterland and down into the sea port and border town of Ranong, famous for it’s hot springs.
Days 7-9 | Andaman Coast Cycling
A short drive takes you to Kuraburi, a little visited area of the Andaman Coast. Settle into our jungle style resort and then take an easy off-road ride around the area. The following day includes a visit to an elephant camp on your way to Khao Lak, a world class beach destination. In Khao Lak enjoy a day to relax on the beautiful beaches.
Days 8-13 | Krabi
After riding rolling hills and over a small pass through lush green fores stay in the small town of Ao Luek. The following day takes you onto Ao Nang where you'll enjoy a fantastic speed-boat cruise of the surrounding islands. Dive into a seafood lunch before returning to Ao Nang. Your final ride comes on day 12 when you'll explore the Emerald Lagoon before our final meal together.
Facts and Information
Peak Season Surcharge
01 November 2008 - 30 March 2009
Surcharge US$440
Single room US$330
Style
fully supported cycling
Grasshopper Leader
This tour will be lead by Adam Platt-Hepworth who lives in Bangkok and spend his days leading bike groups around Southeast Asia - much better than his old office job!
meet Adam
Inclusions
support vehicle, local guides, tour leader, most meals, entry fees, elephant ride, speed-boat island cruise
Group Size
minimum 3, maximum 12
Accommodation
12 nights comfortable hotel
Meals Included
12 breakfasts, 10 lunches, 7 dinners
Days Cycling
9
Kilometres Cycled
446km
Difficulty
moderate
Cycling Conditions
We cycle on well made roads with small sections of unsealed or potholed road. The roads are mixture of small roads with little traffic and some larger roads with a little more traffic. There are two days that involve some hills but the rest of the ride is flat, or gently undulating.
