MOTORCYCLE-TRIPS · THAILAND
An exciting and fascinating off-road motorcycle vacation through the breathtaking mountain world of Northern Thailand and Laos.
The Journey
We ride on magnificent enduro trails through the fascinating mountain world of northern Thailand and Laos. Partially untouched nature with spectacular waterfalls. We encounter friendly people, various ethnic minorities in remote mountain villages. Visit colorful magical temples, the city of ''Luang Prabang" which has been designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Stay in selected accommodations and enjoy the best cuisine in Asia, all in perfect motorcycle weather.
We will pick you up personally at the international airport in Chiang Mai, Thailand. After a 30-minute drive, we will reach our bungalow complex 30 km north of Chiang Mai. Depending on the arrival time, we can visit one of the local markets with a variety of exotic fruits and foods. Then it will be time for the first beer, and we can look forward to the upcoming welcome BBQ. You will stay in one of our 9 comfortable rooms.
After a good breakfast, everyone receives their motorcycle and off we go. To get used to the enduro and the Thai traffic, we will take a day tour in our area. On narrow winding asphalt roads and gravel roads, we enjoy the fascinating landscape of Northern Thailand. To have some time left for the tour preparation, we will be back at our bungalows in the afternoon.
Today we follow Highway 107, which leads to the small town of Phrao, where we will have lunch. Afterwards, we continue through the mountains of Northern Thailand. We will pass some remote mountain villages and tackle the first river crossings. In the late afternoon, we will arrive in Chiang Rai. Tonight we will stay in a comfortable city hotel near the night bazaar.
The first two hours we drive on paved roads to the "Golden Triangle," which is famous for its former opium production. We follow the Mekong River for another 50 km downstream to Chiang Khong, the "Gateway to Indochina" and the border town to Laos. After the border formalities on the Thai side, we cross the Mekong with our motorcycles over a bridge. Once on the other side, we enter Laos. We spend the rest of the day in the border town of Huay Xai. Those who wish can visit ancient temples, stroll through the local markets, or have a relaxing massage before we dine at a restaurant by the riverbank.
Today one of the longest off-road stages of the tour awaits us. We drive through several mountain villages where children wave at the roadside. No matter where we stop, we are curiously watched by the villagers. It takes us almost the whole day to cover the 150 km to Packbeng. The village is right on the Mekong and is a place where travelers overnight by boat on the way from Huay Xai to Luang Prabang. During the day it is a ghost town and only comes to life in the evening. It always reminds me of a pirate cove. It is a must to visit this place on our motorcycle tour in Thailand.
A small asphalted road runs for 230 km through countless villages over mountains and through northern Laos to Nong Kiaw. After arriving at a small resort right by the banks of the Nam Ou River, we can enjoy the sunset with a drink and wind down the day.
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Today is the halfway point of our Thailand motorcycle trip. We start the day with a boat ride on the "Nam Ou" River. If we have time, we visit a cave nearby that provided shelter to the population during the Vietnam War. Those who need some exercise in the afternoon can reach a viewpoint in a one-hour hike from which there is a fantastic view. On the eighth day of our motorcycle journey, we will ride through fantastic valleys towards Luang Prabang. In the early afternoon, we reach our comfortable guesthouse located directly on the banks of the Kan River. After dinner, one can visit the night market of Luang Prabang or spend time at their own leisure.
The old town of Luang Prabang was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1995. Time to take your laundry to the cleaners and go shopping. A half-day will be devoted to a visit to one of the most beautiful waterfalls - one of the most beautiful that Asia has to offer. Back in Luang Prabang, there is still plenty more to see, such as the temple complex "Wat Phousi," or you can just relax in a café. We will enjoy the evening in one of the many restaurants along the banks of the Mekong.
Today we are traveling back to Thailand on one of the most beautiful stages of our tour, a few river crossings, past remote mountain villages and untouched jungle, just everything that makes a good enduro travel day. Entering Thailand is then quickly done and we will reach the small place Tung Chang in the late afternoon.
Another day with super motorcycle routes. Curvy asphalt mountain roads lead us to the town of Phayao, which is located by a beautiful lake. If you like fish, then you’ve come to the right place. Many restaurants sell fresh fish in various preparations. Also, the next day countless curves await us with hardly any traffic until we reach Chiang Dao. After we have reached Chiang Dao, we visit one of the natural hot springs where we can relax in one of the hot water pools.
After visiting an elephant camp, we will experience another exciting day off-road and drive through the hilly north of Thailand. Our destination for today is our base camp in Mae Malai. The last day of our motorcycle trip through Thailand has come, and after a hearty breakfast, we will transfer to the airport or, if desired, you can also extend your stay with a few days of beach vacation in Thailand.
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