Private Trip

Bangkok to Chiang Mai Expedition

Bangkok to Chiang Mai
Luxury Active Tour

Type
Private

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Scheduled
The right number of like-minded travellers to make new friends.
Private
Your dates. Your group. Our expertly-designed itinerary.
Custom
Tailored to your interests, a bespoke travel experience.
Support
Daytime Guided

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Self-Guided
Combines the hallmarks of any B&R itinerary (excellent hotels and beautiful routes) with the freedom of pacing each day exactly the way you like.
Daytime Guided
Throughout the day, a knowledgeable local guide provides insider access and expert tips. At night, you can explore and dine on your own.
24/7 Guided
Our B&R guides are with you throughout, anticipating needs, translating languages, providing advice and—above all—facilitating fun.
Hotels
Signature

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Signature
We use premium hotels that are unique expressions of the region. Often they’ve had a previous life as a monastery or a castle, but in every case they offer an exceptionally comfortable stay.
Bistro
These are stylish 4-star properties that offer a casual and comfortable stay. Often without a 24-hour concierge or room service, they tend to be smaller family-run hotels that are perfect for the region.
Level
Recreational

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Occasional
“I can’t say I really ‘work out,’ but I’m in good shape and am relatively active.”
Recreational
“I enjoy a good walk or ride, and feel comfortable while on the move.”
Enthusiast
“I get moving at least once a week, and don’t mind a little sweat.”
Avid
“I get moving a few times per week and enjoy some exertion.”
Expert
“I want to feel invigorated each day and going hard is how I like to do that.”
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Ride the lush valleys of Northern Thailand

Northern Thailand exudes both rustic beauty and serene elegance in every respect. The people have a vibrant character and culture, reflected in their carefree attitude — a refreshing change compared to our frenetic pace in the West. Here you can really feel a special connection to a place when surrounded by the gracious and easy-going hospitality of the local people. We will bike through rice paddies, jungles, farmland and forests, exploring magnificent ancient temples along the way. By night, we’ll marvel at exclusive traditional performances and enjoy memorable meals. By the journey’s end, we’ll experience a deep connection to this remote corner of the globe.

Trip designed by Travel Expert Karen MacRae

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TRIP DETAILS

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Bangkok to Chiang Mai Expedition

Ready-to-Book private tours are designed to be enjoyed off-the-rack, but there is room for minor adjustments to fit the trip to your needs. If the gap is too great, then we’d be happy to tailor-make you a Bespoke trip from scratch. Simply tell us a few details about your group and select your preferred date. One of our Trip Designers will spring into action, confirming the details or exploring alternatives, over the next 48 hours.

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Day by Day

Depending on your arrival time, you will be guided on a night tour of Bangkok to see how this sprawling metropolis shines after-hours. Discover Bangkok’s energetic personality through its backstreets and lively markets.

Starting with a stroll from the Portuguese settlements across the river, this walk highlights how Siamese, Chinese, Muslim, and European communities merged with early cottage industries to form the modern capital.Tonight, let Joe Cummings, writer for Lonely Planet and long time resident of Thailand, relay his vast knowledge and experiences at a private dinner in one Bangkok’s terrific restaurants.

Today you will fly to Chiang Mai, where your guide will host you on a great day visiting local sites in and around town, focusing on temples and food. This afternoon visit the mountain temple of Doi Suthep.

Bike ride through lush valleys and rice paddies, passing mountain landscapes and local shrines along the way. Experience lunch outdoors and get a taste of signature dishes from northern Thailand.

Spend the day exploring Chiang Mai, relaxing or going for a bike ride! Dinner tonight is on your own but your guide will happily make reservations.

From our rafting expedition along the Mae Taeng River, we can explore the Chiang Dao Caves, a series of deep caves channelling through porous limestone cliffs in the Chiang Dao region of Chiang Mai. Tonight we will have a riverside dinner overlooking the Ping River, capping off your last day in this magical land by releasing fire lanterns off the pier.

Today we will bring you back to the airport for your journey home. Safe travels!

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Hotels

The Peninsula, Bangkok

A combination of lavishness and sophisticated Thai charm, Peninsula is the perfect setting for the ultimate Thailand cultural experience. The wave-shaped design ensures magnificent river views for all guest rooms and the rooms boast silk-clad finishes and luxurious marble bathrooms, guaranteeing a stay to remember. View hotel website »

137 Pillars House, Chiang Mai

A merge of old world charm and contemporary elegance, this classic teakwood bungalow rests near the banks of the Ping River. All rooms feature private balconies, indoor and outdoor showers, and freestanding, roll-top baths. View hotel website »

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Activity Level What’s Included Gear Extend Your Trip

Recreational

This trip is appropriate for people who enjoy a good walk or ride, and feel comfortable while on the move. Daily biking distances usually vary from 20 to 25 km (12 to 16 mi) and walks are 6 to 8 km (4 to 5 mi).

The Traveller

“I enjoy going for a good walk or ride and can even handle an incline or two.”

The Terrain

Relatively flat but will include inclines and the occasional climb or two.

What’s included? Everything you need. Plus everything you’d
want. Plus a few things you never knew you wanted ‘til you got them.

In a word: everything. In ninety words? Signature B&R guides; local experts; unique, unforgettable biking and walking routes; private tours; authentic local cuisine; lessons and demonstrations; local artisanal wines; wine tastings; all victuals and libations; all the endorphins you can handle; new insight; interesting, fun and like-minded travel companions; a feeling of total freedom. In short: an extraordinary, hassle-free journey of discovery.

All hotel accommodation: Peninsula Grand Balcony Room & 137 Pillar House Rajah Brooke Suite
Meals as indicated
Services of B&R-trained local guide(s)
Support vehicles during bike rides
Use of a customized bicycle and helmet
Water bottle
All special events and private tours
All transportation from rendezvous to drop-off

The Bikes

You can’t enjoy a great biking trip without a really great bike. On this trip, we’ll use well-tuned, high-quality, local bikes that provide a good fit to your size and weight.

Sometimes your B&R trip simply isn’t long enough! Extend your stay for the best vacation possible. If you wish to spend a few days in region either before or after your official B&R trip, and need assistance making those plans, your B&R Travel Advisor can help. We can create an independent travel experience to fit your needs—and if you desire, arrange for a local guide.

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