3-Day Mountain-Biking tour from Chiang Mai

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Beautiful landscape of North Thailand — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Fun ride through rural countryside. — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

Follow your friendly, English-speaking cycling guide through two of northern Thailand’s most beautiful valleys: Mae Taeng and Chiang Dao. Along the way, discover caves, waterfalls, temples, lush rice paddies, plantations, and stunning mountain scenery.

Just enjoy the ride—your guide takes care of the rest. With two nights at a comfortable countryside boutique hotel, you can skip the daily commute to Chiang Mai and unwind amid the peaceful surroundings.

Mountain Bike Tours Multi-day Tours Private and Luxury Small Group Adventure Tours DSA non-compliant Short term availability Weather Dependent - Moderate

At a glance

Duration: 3 days
Confirmation: Confirmed within 48 hours
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 14 people
People per booking: 1–12
Guide: English
Operated by: ActiveThailand

Ages: Children (8–14 years) · Adults (17–77 years)

What is included

Included

Included: National Park waterfall and Chiang Dao caves entrance fees
Included: Bicycle use: Mountain-bikes and helmets
Included: Lunch
Included: 2 nights accommodation (one family room with is provided when booking with children)
Included: Dinner
Included: Breakfast
Included: Private transportation: Transportation (hotel pickup, car or van)

Not included

Not included: All beverages
Not included: Personal expenses and gratuities (optional)

Itinerary

Day 1 · Cycling exploration of the Mae Taeng valley

Active Thailand Day Trips

Passing by

Meeting place, unless pick-up at your hotel within the city limit.
Mae Taeng

5 hours

Arriving at base camp. Bike fitting. We set off for a 15km loop in the valley to explore local culture and sights to discover. Lunch then a second cycling loop, more challenging, will explore the valley deeper.
The Mae Ngat Dam & Reservoir

Passing by

We ride trails and small roads in the area surrounding the scenic Mae Ngat Dam, part of the Sri Lanna National Park.
Wat Ban Den

30 min Admission included

Cycle unused trails through rice fields, eventually ending at the stunning Wat Ban Den. Take some times to stroll the Temple ground. Then either we cycle or transfer back to the hotel for overnight.

Thai set lunch · Thai set dinner at hotel

Le Cocotier Resort or similar (Mae Taeng, Chiang Mai)

Day 2 · Cycling and explore the Chiang Dao valley

Chiang Dao

5 hours

Vehicle transfer (40 min) to Chiang Dao, for today's exploration. We set off on undulating small paved road and off road trails trough plantations and forest.
Chiang Dao Cave

one hour Admission included

Ride to the Chiang Dao Caves and Buddhist sanctuary, where you’ll enjoy lunch at a local restaurant. Afterward, take time to explore the caves’ main section. If you’d like to venture deeper, you can hire a local guide and lamp on the spot for an additional fee. Then hop back on your bike and continue discovering the beautiful valley.
Chiang Dao Hot Spring

30 min Admission not included

Our next stop is a small Karen village and a nearby hot spring. If you wish, enjoy a soak in a traditional local hot bath before continuing the ride.
Chiang Dao Market

15 min

Pedal along quiet country roads to a local market, where you can pause to soak up the atmosphere and celebrate the end of your ride. Then meet your driver for a relaxing 40-minute transfer back to your hotel in Mae Taeng.

Thai lunch at local restaurant · Thai set dinner at hotel

Le Cocotier Resort or similar (Mae Taeng, Chiang Mai)

Day 3 · Cycle the Mae Taeng valley and waterfalls

Mae Taeng

2 hours

This morning we explore a new route, with an off road section ending to a small Temple. Then you'll have the option to ride (with up hill section) or vehicle transfer to the Buatong Waterfall. This waterfall is well known by tourists an is a must see in the region.
Bua Thong Waterfalls (Nam Phu Chet Si)

2 hours Admission included

Afternoon, we transfer by vehicle to the waterfalls. You can walk down a stair case to the bottom of the fall, then climb up through the waterfall. After relaxation, we'll drive you back to Chiang Mai.
Chiang Mai

Passing by

After fun time at the waterfall, we transfer back to the city (1 hour) and drop off at your hotel.

At hotel · Thai food

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

Amora Thapae Hotel Chiang Mai
Sleep Mai? Lifestyle Hotel Thapae
Muang Thong
North Star Guest House
Mini Boutique House
L Nimman Chiang Mai Boutique Hotel
Shangri-La Chiang Mai
Here Chiang Mai
Sunday Villa Sirilanna Hotel
The Grand Napat
President
The Royal Guest House

and 402 more pickup points

08.30-8.45 pick-up from your Chiang Mai city hotel/airport/train.

Using your ticket

Pick up at your hotel. Please call the tour provider to reconfirm your hotel location and meeting time.
Participants understand that this trip is mainly a physical activity, involving mountain-biking on various terrain, and therefore participants must be reasonably fit and in good physical condition.

Hotel pickups commence prior to this time, you must contact the local service provider to verify your exact pickup time.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.<br>If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.

If you cancel	You get back
At least 6 days before	100%
At least 2 days before	50%
Less than a day before	0%

Good to know

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Participants should wear cycling attire with padded shorts and sport shirts
Cycling gloves and sunglasses recommended
Wear cycling shoes or runners and take a pair of sandals for the evening
Participants must be reasonably fit and in good physical condition
Riding routes/trails subject to weather conditions. Trip operated all year.
A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
Children should have good cycling abilities (we provide smaller bikes when needed)