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3 Day Motorcycle Tour (Magical Golden Triangle) from Chiang Mai, Thailand

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3 Day Motorcycle Tour (Magical Golden Triangle) from Chiang Mai, Thailand

About this activity

This excursion will take you to the famous Golden Triangle at the Mekong river – the border between Thailand, Myanmar (former Burma) and Laos. You will discover the lovely Tha Ton; long-neck Karen tribes village; the impressive mountainous scenery of Doi Mae Salong, Doi Tung Royal Villa, and unseen Phayao. Ride along winding and narrow twisty curvy roads with high mountain scenery. Lots of sightseeing and unforgettable memories as you pass through amazing natural, historical, traditional and cultural attractions.

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At a glance

Duration
3 days
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Up to 10 people
People per booking
1–10
Guide
German, Thai, English
Operated by
Big Bike Tours

Ages: Adults (21–99 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: English speaking professional Road Captain with TAT license on a motorcycle leading the group
  • Included: Third party liability insurance for motorcycles
  • Included: 2 overnights at carefully selected quality hotels and resorts with leisure facilities
  • Included: Lunch
  • Included: Dinner
  • Included: Motorcycle rental with unlimited mileage
  • Included: Breakfast
  • Included: Support van for luggage transportation and space for a few guests on entire tour upon prior request
  • Included: Famous Big Bike Tours “On zeee bikes!” T-Shirt
  • Included: Riding gears (Helmets, Jackets, Gloves, Knee Guards)
  • Included: Insurance for motorcycles with deductible of up to 25,000 THB in case of damage
  • Included: Water, soft drinks and coffee / tea in connection with the meals
  • Included: Pick up service from Chiang Mai Airport
  • Included: Accident cover insurance up to 100,000 THB, life insurance up to 1,000,000 THB and much, much more!

Not included

  • Not included: Alcoholic beverages
  • Not included: All services not mentioned as included and all items of a personal nature
  • Not included: Travel insurance. We highly recommend you arrange an appropriate insurance in your home country
  • Not included: Visa fee
  • Not included: Airfare

Itinerary

Day 1 · Chiang Mai – Tha Ton (209 km.)

  1. Thaton

    7 hours

    We take the highway, heading north of Chiang Mai to Mae Rim. Continue to reach Chiang Dao, where relaxing lunch at a local restaurant. After lunch, visit Chiang Dao cave. Then ride along a fantastic mountainous road until you reach to Tha Ton, where you will visit the Wat Tha Ton on top of the mountains and enjoy the amazing sunset there. Later you relax in your charming accommodation with a fantastic panorama view.

Saranya River House

Day 2 · Tha Ton – Golden Triangle (142 km.)

  1. Golden Triangle

    7 hours Admission included

    After breakfast, we leave Tha Ton to visit the long-neck Karen tribe village near the border of Thailand and Myanmar. Ride to Doi Mae Salong, where Chinese mountain tea farmers live. Of course, you will test Thailand´s best tea there. Then back on curvy roads to Doi Tung Royal Villa. Visit the Winter Palace and the botanical garden. Lunch is served at the Royal´s Project restaurant. Continue along winding roads to Mae Sai, the northernmost point of Thailand. Visit Wat Tham Pla where you can feed some food to wild monkeys. Reach the Golden Triangle to take a long-tail boat trip on the Mekong river and short visit a small village in Laos (no visa necessary). Visit the Opium museum before relaxing at your peaceful accommodation.

Serene at Chiang Rai Hotel

Day 3 · Golden Triangle – Phayao – Chiang Mai (323 km.)

  1. Chiang Mai

    7 hours

    After breakfast, ride along a scenic farming area road to Chiang Rai City. After that, visit the White Temple (Wat Rong Khun) one of the top 10 wondrous temples in the world. Continue on a long highway ride until we reach Phayao, visit Phayao lake (Kwan Phayao) one of the biggest lakes in Northern Thailand. Lunch is served at a local restaurant in front of the lake. Continue riding on windy mountain roads to Tharntong waterfall and Mae Kachan hot spring. Visit a local market, stopping for refreshment, before heading back to Chiang Mai.

Meeting point and pickup

You can be picked up from your accommodation or go straight to the meeting point.

Meeting point

End point

Pickup points

  • Chiang Mai Intl Airport

Our tour guide will inform you of the exact departure time once he picks you up from the airport or your hotel

Using your ticket

Motorcycle List and Upgrade Options

INCLUDED IN THE TOUR PRICE:

-Kawasaki Versys 650c (seat height 855mm)

-Kawasaki ER6N 650cc (seat height 805mm)

-Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 (seat height 825mm)

-Honda ADV 350 (seat height 795mm) (only 1 bike)

-Honda CB500X (seat height 830mm)

-Honda CB650F (seat height 810mm)

-Honda CBR650R (seat height 810mm) (only 1 bike)

-BMW 310GS (seat height 835mm)

-BMW F800GS (seat height 850-880mm)

-KTM 390 Duke (seat height 820mm)

-KTM 390 Adventure (seat height 850mm)

-Triumph Speed 400 (seat height 790mm)

MOTORCYCLE AVAILABLE FOR UPGRADE:

-Honda Africa Twin 1000cc (seat height 850mm) - Upgrade Price 30 USD/day

-BMW F900GS (seat height 850-880mm) - Upgrade Price 60 USD/day

-KTM 790/890 Adventure (seat height 850mm) - Upgrade Price 30 USD/day

-KTM 890 Duke R (seat height 835mm) - Upgrade Price 30 USD/day

-Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro (seat height 850mm) - Upgrade Price 60 USD/day

-Ducati Multistrada V2S (seat height 850mm) - Upgrade Price 60 USD/day

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Please be notified that all bikes are due to availability on the date of your request.

Changes of motorcycles can also be made due to availability. If no bike is chosen, a motorcycle included in the tour price will be assigned to you automatically.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.

If you cancel You get back
At least 3 days before 100%
Less than a day before 0%

Good to know

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

  • We strongly recommends that all protective clothing be worn. We provides all motorcycle protective gear. If you require any special size clothing it would be preferable to bring the protective clothing with you. In Thailand motorcycle helmets are compulsory; boots, protective clothing, and gloves for riders and passengers are strongly advised

  • Evidence of motorbike driving license is required for at least 4 years of riding experience

  • The itineraries may change as we make improvements to our tours. Our brochures are updated when tour itineraries change or the need arises. We reserves the right to amend the tour route due to road works, weather conditions, or our new research information on routes. No refunds will be given due to any route change.

  • Minimum age is 21 years

  • If you have any specific dietary requirements, please inform us when booking so we can make the appropriate arrangements for you. The support vehicle always carries cool bottled water and cool refresher towels. Snacks can be purchased during stops. We do not provide any alcohol on tour, and do not allow any alcohol consumption during the day while motorcycles are in use. Guests may consume alcohol in the evening when the motorcycles are not in use.

  • A current valid passport is required on the day of travel

Options

  • Price for Rider

    Price for rider in single double-bedded room

    All Inclusive Tour!

    Pickup included

  • Price for Rider & Pillion

    Price for rider with pillion in shared double or twin-bedded room

    All Inclusive Tour!

    Pickup included

Traveller ratings

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3 Day Motorcycle Tour (Magical Golden Triangle) from Chiang Mai, Thailand

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