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Thousand Loops of Thailand
This trip is designed to showcase all the highlights of Northern Thailand, from Chiang Mai to the Mae Hong Son twisties(1000 Loops) and the famous Golden Triangle. It’s a guided motorcycle expedition through endless hairpins, tarmac and gravel. We visit vibrant tribal communities during our ride, among whom, the Long neck tribe is the very popular. Thailands’ century-old traditions and heritage and its lush, pristine landscape is simply breathtaking. We use high standard accommodation to rest overnight. The roads are great and the bikes eat up the twisties though magnificent scenery and at the end of the day a frosty beer always awaits at the pool-side – a true holiday on two wheels. Join us for a wonderful lifetime experience in Thailand.
Tour at a Glance
| Countries | Thailand |
| Period | Sept – March |
| Duration | 10 Days / 9 Nights |
| Riding Days | 9 Days |
| Accommodation | Hotels ★★★ or ★★★★ |
| Motorbike | Suzuki V-Strom 650cc |
| Level of Difficulty | Easy |
| Average Daily Distance | 245km |
| Total Distance | 2206km |
| Max. Riders Per Tour | 20 |
| Fitness Level | Easy |
Highlights
- Take in the beautiful scenery that is Kwan Phayo (Lake Phayo)
- Ride the famous 1000 twisties of the Mae Hong Son
- Experience the magnificent Golden Triangle from the handlebars of your trusty bike
- Visit breathtaking Buddhist temples and statues
- Tantalise your tastebuds with delightful Thai cuisine
- Go to an Opium museum
Day 1 – Chiang Mai
A Motorcycle Expeditions representative will pick you up from Chiang Mai International Airport and you’ll be transferred to the hotel. You may spend the day in Chiang Mai at your leisure. Dinner and overnight at a hotel.
Day 2 – Chiang Mai to Tha Ton (209km)
We take the highway, heading north of Chiang Mai to Chiang Dao, where we’ll visit Chiang Dao cave after lunch. A fantastic mountainous road brings us to Tha Ton and the Wat Tha Ton (temple) on top of the mountains. Sunset is magical from up here. Dinner and overnight stay at a hotel.
Day 3 – Tha Ton to Golden Triangle (140km)
After a visit to the long-neck Karen tribe village we’ll taste Thailands’ finest tea at Doi Mae Salong. Curvy roads will take us to Doi Tung Royal Villa before heading to Wat Tham Pla (the Monkey temple). A long-tail boat trip on the Mekong river and short visit a small village in Laos (visa is not required) and an Opium museum end the days’ activities. Dinner and overnight stay at a hotel.
Day 4 – Golden Triangle to Nan (353km)
Scenic farming areas surround us to Chiang Rai city and an optional visit to the White Temple (Wat Rong Khun). Next, brace yourself because we’re taking the exhilarating, mountainous highway No. 1148 to Nan, ranked in the Top 10 of the most fun biking roads in the world. Visit Wat Phra That Khao Noi (Nan hilltop scenic temple) before relaxing for the evening. Dinner and overnight stay at a hotel.
Day 5 – Rest Day in Nan
A day of leisure either spent unwinding by the pool or exploring the town. Optionally you can ride the Bo Kluea Loop (213 km) on amazing roads to visit the Bo Kluea salt wells. This is a great time to make use of the laundry service too. Dinner and overnight stay at a hotel.
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Day 6 – Nan to Phrae (281km)
We greet the day with some twisty “practise” before taking a wooden ferry across the Sirikit dam reservoir. Lunch is served at Sirikit dam. From here we continue on the highway to Phrae, a small, authentic city off the tourist map, near Lampang. Dinner and overnight stay at a hotel.
Day 7 – Phrae to Phayo (275km)
Exquisite mountain sceneries and highway R1035 through farming areas take us to Phayao. We will ride to Kwan Phayao Lake, which is one of the biggest lakes in Thailand, covering an area of 21km² and only around 2m deep. Dinner and overnight stay at a hotel.
Day 8 – Phayo to Doi Ankhang (229km)
The Ang Khang Royal Agricultural Station is our first stop. Here they research and cultivate temperate climate fruits, flowers, and vegetables. After a local lunch we head to Doi Angkhang, a district over 1000m above sea level, with a beautiful 360° panoramic view and refreshing weather the entire year 18 – 25°C. Dinner and overnight stay at a hotel.
The Ang Khang Royal Agricultural Station is our first stop. Here they research and cultivate temperate climate fruits, flowers, and vegetables. After a local lunch we head to Doi Angkhang, a district over 1000m above sea level, with a beautiful 360° panoramic view and refreshing weather the entire year 18 – 25°C. Dinner and overnight stay at a hotel.
Day 9 – Doi Ankhang to Chiang Mai (232km)
Today we follow the narrow, winding mountain roads along the Myanmar border (former Burma) through the stunning scenery of the Doi Angkhang mountain range. We’ll visit Mae Ngat Samboon Chon Dam for lunch before making our way through National parks, farmlands and some local markets back to Chiang Mai. Dinner and overnight stay at a hotel.
Day 10 – Chiang Mai to International Airport
Check out by noon. You’ll be transferred to Chiang Mai International Airport to catch your flight to your onward destination. Should you wish to discover more of Thailand, we’ll be happy to help with further arrangements.
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IncludedAll meals: breakfast, lunch and dinnerAccommodation (single in comfort hotels / similar) neat and cleanMotorcycle and fuel, including engine oil for the duration of the tourEnglish speaking tour guide, a motorcyclist by profession and passionAll monument entrance fees during the tour, excl. camera feesSupport vehicle (if riders suffer from a sore @$$, they may jump into our backup jeep to relax!!)Mechanics with all the necessary spare partsMineral water will be provided during the expeditionsMedical kitAccident insurance covers up to 100000 THB and life insurance up to 1000000 THB
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Not IncludedVisasInternational flightsAny medical / travel insurance coverage and personal expensesAny telephone calls / internet chargesAny tips for the guide, driver and mechanic (suggested at $100)Any items not mentioned in included sectionAlcoholic beveragesAny damage to the motorcycle must be covered by the rider in fullCosts incurred or expenses arising due to natural calamities, strikes, breakdowns and any other unforeseen calamities beyond the control of Motorcycle Expeditions Adventure Tour Pvt Ltd and its associates (force majeure)Any itinerary extensions will be subject to additional cost