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The Legendary Thailand Tour begins and ends in Chiang Mai, and features the ancient and very beautiful rural area of Thailand's northeastern provinces.
Much of the route follows the path of the Mekong River, which constitutes the border between Thailand, Laos and Cambodia. Stunning landscapes provide a glimpse of the Thailand of old, with rice fields reaching to the horizon, pedal-operated rickshaws, and water buffaloes being used to work the land.
The tour includes:
- Scenic winding mountain roads through traditional Thai villages and farmlands.
- Sukothai Historical Park
- Kanchanaburi Province and the "Death Railway Bridge" - better known as the Bridge over the River Kwai
- Parts of the “Mae Hong Son Loop”: with its 1,864 bends the most popular motorcycle road in Thailand
- The optional climb of Doi Inthanon: from 1,500 to 7,500 ft altitude in 20 miles -Thailand’s highest peak
- Visit to the Elephant training centers and an Elephant hospital
- Panoramic views of the mountains of Laos across the Mekong River.
- Numerous ancient archaeological sites, including Phanom Rung, one of the most breathtaking historical sites in all of Thailand.
- Khao Yai National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the world's greatest parks. The park includes one of the largest intact monsoon forests remaining in mainland Asia. It is home to more than 300 elephants.
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Arrive |
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Chiang Mai |
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Chiang Mai |
Sukhothai |
280 |
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Sukhothai |
Dansai |
260 |
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Dansai |
Udon Thani |
390 |
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Udon Thani |
Surin |
530 |
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Surin |
Khao Yai National Park |
470 |
7 |
Khao Yai National Park |
Kanchanaburi |
320 |
8 |
Kanchanaburi - Rest Day |
9 |
Kanchanaburi |
Mae Sot |
530 |
10 |
Mae Sot |
Mae Sariang |
240 |
11 |
Mae Sariang |
Chiang Mai |
275 |
12 |
Departure |
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3,295 |
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Of Thailand, Rider Magazine Road Test Editor Greg Drevenstedt wrote:
"National Geographic scenery: Lush green valleys surrounded by bulbous misty mountains; ornate temples dripping with color; roadside huts chock full of fruits and vegetables; rice paddies worked by hand and ox."
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Day 1: Arrival in Chiang Mai, transfer to hotel, motorcycle handover, kickoff meeting and dinner
Hotel: Yaang Come Village Boutique Hotel, luxurious and peaceful Thai style hotel & spa in Chiang Mai center |
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Day 2: Chiang Mai – Sukhothai: ~280 km
Highway, sweepers through hilly regions, straightaways through rural areas along rice fields.
Highlights: visit of an Elephant Camp and Hospital in the morning / visit of Wat Phra That Lampang Luang (Thailand’s oldest wooden structure temple) /
Hotel: The Leghenda Sukhothai, a luxurious Thai village style resort right next to the Historical Park
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Day 3: Sukhothai – Dansai: ~ 260 km
Highway like roads and back country roads with sweepers
Highlights: guided visit through the Historical Park (World Heritage Site) in the morning / early arrival in the luxurious hotel - resort
Hotel: Phu Pha Nam Resort, luxurious thai style resort & spa in wonderful setting with panoramic views |
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Day 4: Dansai – Udon Thani: ~ 390 km
Small roads along Mekong River, highway like roads in the afternoon Highlights: nice ride and great scenery along Mekong River / possible crossing into Laos by taxi in Nong Khai depending on time available
Hotel: Centara Royal Hotel with spa, sauna and gym in city center |
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Day 5: Udon Thani – Surin: ~ 530 km
Highway like in the morning and straight roads through flat rural region along rice fields Highlights: visit of King Cobra Village / visit of Elephant Camp / visit of silk production village
Hotel: Grand Majestic, modern with pool and gym, located in city center
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Day 6: Surin – Khao Yai National Park: ~470 km
Mostly straight and wide roads in the morning; sweepers and twisty mountain roads in the afternoon
Highlights: visit of World Heritage Site Phanom Rung / ride through Khao Yai National Park
Hotel: Phu Wanalee Resort Khao Yai, luxurious thai-style resort in peaceful setting close to Khao Yai National Park
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Day 7: Khao Yai – Kanchanaburi: ~ 320 km
Small, mostly straight roads through rural regions; wider main roads in the afternoon Highlights:
Lop Buri “Monkey City” / Sam Chuk “100 Years Market”
Hotel: Felix River Kwai Resort, big resort next to River Kwai Bridge
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Day 8: Rest day in Kanchanaburi
Highlights: “Death Train” ride and visit of River Kwai Bridge, DEATH War Museum etc. Optional activities include elephant rides, ride to Srinagarindra Dam or towards border to Myanmar, or spend a relaxing afternoon in the resort
Hotel: Felix River Kwai Resort |
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Day 9: Kanchanaburi – Mae Sot: ~ 530 km
Mostly smaller straight roads through rural back country; sweepers into mountains in late afternoon
Highlights: long ride through rural regions / ethnic mixture in Mae Sot (border town to Myanmar)
Hotel: Centara Hill Resort, big hotel with all facilities out of town |
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Day 10: Mae Sot – Mae Sariang: ~240 km
Scenic ride with wide sweepers in hilly regions – twisty mountain road in the afternoon Highlights: ride along border to Myanmar and Karen hill tribe villages / Mae Au Su Cave / optional visit of hill tribe village Mae Sam Laep (bike and boat)
Hotel: Riverhouse Resort next to river with peaceful setting |
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Day 11: Mae Sariang – Doi Inthanon - Chiang Mai: ~ 275 km
Small and very twisty mountain roads; max. Altitude 7500 ft.
Highlights: ride to the top of 7500 ft high Doi Inthanon (Thailand’s highest mountain), visit giant stupas (chedis, buddhist monuments) dedicated to the royal couple, Chiang Mai visit
Hotel: Prince Khum Phaya Resort & Spa: high quality resort
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Day 12: Departure from Chiang Mai
Breakfast and airport transfer |
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There will be very little repetition between our Legendary Thailand Adventure and our Golden Triangle Adventure, which is offered immediately before the Legendary Thailand Tour. For riders wishing to take both of these exciting Thailand Adventures, there will be no additional lodging for the two nights between the tours.
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The route consists entirely of good, paved roads, with some very challenging sections. Riding on the left side of the road. |
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Dates and Prices:
(Arrive at departure city on start date, depart final destination on end date)
Includes BMW F650GS.
Arrival and departure from Chiang Mai.
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End Date |
Duration |
Price (USD) |
Co-Rider |
Note |
| Jan 28 2011 |
Feb 8 2011 |
12 Days |
$8,500 |
$5,950 |
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| Jan 27 2012 |
Feb 7 2012 |
12 Days |
$8,500 |
$5,950 |
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Note: The note entry above indicates which languages (other than English) are spoken by the tour leaders who are scheduled to operate the tour. From time to time it may be necessary to make changes in tour leader assignments prior to the tour date. All tour leaders are fluent in English.
Additional charge of $600 for BMW F800GS
Additional charge of $1,100 for a BMW R1200GS
Single room supplement - $800
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Meals:
All breakfasts and 9 dinners.
Two night stops in the same city do not include dinner.
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Meals:
All breakfasts and 42 dinners.
Some two or three night stops in the same city do not include dinner.
Motorcycles Available: |
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Specifications |
BMW F650GS
(2 Cylinder) |
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Seat Height: 820 mm / 790 mm
Seat Height: 32.3 inches / 31.1 inches
Dry Weight: 171 kg / 377 lb
Fuel Capacity: 16 Liters / 4.2 Gallons
Displacement: 798 cc
Damage Deposit: $2,500 |
| BMW F800 GS |
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Seat Height: 880 mm / 850 mm
Seat Height: 34.65 inches / 33.46 inches
Dry Weight: 178 kg / 392 lb
Fuel Capacity: 16 Liters / 4.3 Gallons
Displacement: 798 cc
Damage Deposit: $2,500 |
BMW R1200 GS
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Seat Height: 870 mm / 850 mm
Seat Height: 34.25 inches / 33.46 inches
Dry Weight: 199 kg / 439 lb
Fuel Capacity: 20 Liters / 5.3 Gallons
Displacement: 1170 cc
Damage Deposit: $2,500 |
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