East Thailand Cycling Tour
About this tour
This is a wonderful and diverse tour on partly hidden paths in the southeast of Thailand. We cross Khao Yai National Park in Thailand’s wine-growing region. We take the ferry to the island of Koh Chang. Then we ride along the Gulf Coast to Jomtien Beach
Our East Thailand tour offers something for every taste.
Khao Yai National Park – Koh Chang Island – Riding along the Gulf Coast of Thailand – Great Hotels
11 days | 10 nights | 8 stages from 46 to 135 km | Total 833 km | Total Ascent 4.260 m | Rest day Koh Chang Island
Tour Package: 66,000 THB
Tour Package incl. Single Supplement: 83,000 THB
STARTS IN Bangkok
ARRIVE AT
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
ENDS IN Jomtien
DEPART FROM
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
TOTAL CYCLING DISTANCE
833 KM
DISTANCE PER DAY
46 - 135 KM
Tour Highlights
Vibrant metropolis of Bangkok
Khao Yai National Park
Soi Dao Golf Resort
Rest day Koh Chang Island
Royal Coastal Road
Serene beaches of the East Coast
Very nice hotels and resorts on the entire tour
Full service
Included
Not Included
Day 1 | Arrival in Bangkok
The participants occupy their rooms in the 4* Hotel on Sukhumvit Road, in the heart of Bangkok. In the evening we welcome you in this exquisite hotel. You will receive all the information regarding the tour, and learn some interesting details about your host country. Afterwards we will hand over the team jersey to all participants.
Day 2 | 1st Stage: Khao Yai – Wineyard – Warmup
46 km | 420 m ascent | undulating | B/L included
After enjoying a magnificent breakfast buffet, we leave Bangkok in a comfortable minibus in a north-eastern direction. After approximately 2 hours we will reach Pak Chong, the starting point of our first stage. Pak Chong is regarded as the gateway to the northeast of Thailand (Isaan) and is located at the border of the oldest Thai National Park, Khao Yai. After we have sorted and fitted our bikes, we tour the area on our bikes. We make a stop at a wine-growing estate in PB valley and enjoy the ambiance.
Day 3 | 2nd Stage: Pak Chong – Kabin Buri
106 km | 710 m ascent | one 7 km climb | B/L included
Today we cross the Khao Yai National Park, established in 1962. The 2,168 km2 park crosses into various provinces including Nakhon Nayok, Saraburi, Nakhon Ratchasima, and Prachinburi. The evergreen foliage of the Park’s forest creates the natural border between the plains of central Thailand and the high plateau of the Isaan. The Khao Yai National Park has been awarded the UNESCO World Culture Heritage Status as a unique nature reserve.
Day 4 | 3rd Stage: Kabin Buri – Aranyaprathet
113 km | 240 m ascent | mostly flat | B/L included
This morning we headed in the Eastern direction. After 30 km we turn left and follow a nice back road to our destination Aranyaprathet. The city is known for its cross-border trade between Cambodia and Thailand. The Rong Kluea or Salt Warehouse Market with its hundreds of stores is a must-see. We stay at a nice hotel very popular with cyclists especially.
Day 5 | 4th Stage: Aranyaprathet – Soi Dao Golf Course
119 km | 610 m ascent | rolling | B/L included
We cycle along the Cambodian border towards the province of Chanthaburi in the direction of the Gulf of Thailand. This province is one of the most fertile regions of Thailand. Huge tapioca and sugarcane fields cover the landscape. Bizarre limestone formations stick out of the ground. We stay overnight at Soi Dao Highland Golf Club & Resort where you will enjoy a marvelous view of the beautiful mountains of the Kitchakut National Park.
Day 6 | 5th Stage: Soi Dao Golf Course – Koh Chang Island
135 km | 1030 m ascent, rolling with short ascents | B/L included
We ride along an impressive dam and then ride quite a distance enjoying the colorful flora and fauna of the region. Gradually, our noses catch the salty fragrance of the nearby Gulf of Thailand. At Laem Ngop we board the ferry to travel to Koh Chang or “elephant island”, named after its shape. Here, we spend the next two nights at a gorgeous beach resort.
Day 7 | Rest day on the dream island
B included
Spend the day enjoying the white sandy beach and swimming in the warm tropical seas. Koh Chang is Thailand’s 2nd biggest island right after Phuket island but has kept its natural beauty and simplicity. The majority of the island is covered by untouched rainforest.
Day 8 | 6th Stage: Koh Chang – Chanthaburi
103 km | 530 m ascent | B/L included
We enjoy the fresh morning breeze on the ferry as we cross back to the mainland to start our journey to Chanthaburi, the city of gem dealers. This region is famous for its rich variety of fruits, delicious and sweet.
Day 9 | 7th Stage: Chanthaburi – Rim Pae / Rayong
106 km | 370 m ascent | flat | B/L included
Today’s stage leads us along the coast through colorful fruit plantations to Rayong’s Novotel Rim Pae Resort. This outstanding Hotel, located directly on the beach fulfills all your dreams. We spend the evening enjoying the relaxed atmosphere by the sea.
Day 10 | 8th Stage: Rim Pae / Rayong – Jomtien Beach
106 km | 280 m ascent | flat | B/L included
We ride on the beautiful coastal road to Rayong, with the sea always in our view. We cross the industrial zone of Map Ta Phut, where the roads are in a surprisingly perfect condition for cyclists. Afterward, we ride through the Silverlake vineyard and then on to our 4* hotel at Jomtien Beach, where a refreshing welcome drink will be waiting for you. The resort boasts a huge pool with a private beach. We enjoy the last dinner together in this cozy atmosphere.
Day 11 | End of the journey
B included
Extension or individual onward journey to Bangkok
![East Thailand Tour Map](https://siambiketours.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Tour-G-Map-714x900.jpeg)
All of our cycling tours will be arranged into small groups and guided by an experienced tour guide. Our bike tours are suitable for any enthusiastic cyclist in reasonable shape.
The group will determine the riding speed on any stage; faster riders may go ahead together, regrouping at selected refreshment stops with the others. During our tours it is mandatory to wear a helmet.
The Siam Bike Tours minibus will transport all luggage, spare parts, wheels, tools, etc. During all of the rides we will offer water, soft drinks and fresh fruit. If desired, any rider may complete the day’s stage by bus.
The Thai currency is the baht. ATM’s, which are abundant, are the easiest ways to get Thai baht. Have a supply of US dollars in cash on hand, just in case your card doesn’t work. Banks or the rarer private money changers offer the best foreign-exchange rates. Credit cards are accepted in big cities and resort hotels but you’ll need baht for family-run guesthouses or restaurants.
We recommend that you visit a travel medical doctor and ask about the following vaccinations: typhoid, polio, tetanus and hepatitis A. A certificate for Yellow Fever is required when arriving from an infected area within six days.
All nationalities require a passport for entry into Thailand. Please ensure your passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond the duration of your stay in the country. If staying less than 30 days then a visa in advance is not required by European, North American, Australian and many other nationalities. You will need to show proof of an onward flight out of Thailand to be eligible for the visa on arrival. This is strictly enforced.
Thailand generally has a tropical climate with fairly high humidity. The North and Central region have a tropical climate with fairly high humidity. Northeast Thailand has a humid hot and dry weather alternatively with medium rain while the coastal areas of the east are humid and hot with intermittent rain. The South of Thailand has a tropical climate with fairly high humidity. There are three seasons: from March to June it is hot and dry, with temperatures between 27˚C/80 F and 40˚C/104 F, with night temperatures in the 20s. The rainy season is from July to October, but temperatures are slightly lower, because of the effect of the rain. During this time it will not rain continuously, but in sharp bursts, and the sun can come out quickly. The cooler season is from October to February, with average temperatures between 20˚C/68 F and 30˚C/86 F
Completion of Contract
A contract is being completed between you and Siam Bike Tours (SBT) by inscribing yourself. The terms of the business of SBT are the basis of this contract. The person inscribing will be held responsible for the liability of all person inscribed by him.
Services
Our services are being described within the present website. Any special requests or side agreements will only be part of the contract if confirmed unconditionally by SBT in written form.
Payment
Upon receiving SBT’s booking confirmation, you will have to make a down payment of 25% of the amount due. The rest has to be paid 6 weeks ahead of the starting date of your trip. If the payment has not been made on time, SBT may deny the booked services and claim processing fees.
Withdrawal by Traveller
The traveler’s withdrawal will take effect after a written withdrawal declaration has come in at SBT. The following cancellation fees will be charged:
- 90 days before starting the tour: Admin expenses (Bank fees, any costs caused by cancellation)
- 60 to 89 days before starting the tour: Deposit paid
- 45 to 59 days before starting the tour: 50% of tour price
- 15 to 44 days before starting the tour: 70% of tour price
- 0 to 14 days before starting the tour: 100% of tour price
Change of Reservation
There is no legal right to make changes with respect to the date of the journey and the destination after concluding the contract. If changes of reservation are possible and Siam Bike Tours agrees to them, the following cancellation fees will be charged. You have to alert us to this change in writing.
- 59 to 45 days before departure: THB 10,000
- 15 to 44 days before departure: THB 15,000
SBT reserves the right to change the catalog of services and prices/rates before your booking. If this is the case, SBT will duly inform you before the completion of the contract. Any increase in prices and rates may be necessary for the cost of transport or the hotel rates increase, or if the currency exchange rate is modified.
Minimum Number of Participants
All offered trips will take place at a minimum number of 4 participants. If this number is not reached, SBT may cancel the trip until 14 days before its starting date.
Cancellation
SBT is entitled to cancel the trip if by your acts or omissions you are creating a justifiable cause. In this case, SBT will refund the traveling price paid. You are starting a trip but cannot finish it. If due to any reason you abandon a trip ahead of time, no refund can be made.
Changes of Programme, Failure of Service
If during the trip a change of program has to be made (e.g. due to weather conditions) that affects a considerable part of the planned trip, SBT will refund the possible difference between the agreed travel price and this of the services adduced.
Force Majeure
Any events of force majeure such as riots, catastrophes, epidemics, etc. may cause SBT to cancel the trip. In such a case SBT will inform you as soon as possible.
Travel Cancellation Insurance
A travel cancellation insurance is not included in SBT’s tours. Such an insurance may be contracted with any travel insurance company.
Liability
SBT is liable within the limits of its obligation to exercise diligence for all specified services. The traveler takes part in the trip at his own risk. Particularly, the traveler is responsible for his state of health, his road behavior, the observance of the traffic regulations and all other local regulations regarding traffic. In no case, SBT may be held liable for any physical or material damages, that the traveler may suffer or cause by practicing cycling, even when riding in an SBT’s group or with a guide.
Court of Jurisdiction
The Court of Jurisdiction is in Thailand.