Beyond the compact provincial capital, where the Kwai Yai and the Kwai Noi rivers unite to form the Mae Klong River, Kanchanaburi unfolds into a rugged beautiful landscape of mountains, waterfalls, caves and tranquil riverside settings. A sparsely populated province much of which has been preserved in National parks, Kanchanaburi is a treat for nature lovers and cyclists.
- What do we see: After driving up from Bangkok, we visit the Bridge and Railway Museum before taking the Death Railway to Kraset caves. We also visit an elephant camp and there is a chance for an elephant ride before we get on the bikes. We start our ride at Prasat Muang Singh, a Khmer temple that dates back to the Angkorian period of the 12th Century.
- What is the riding like: Our first ride is through stunning countryside, small Thai villages and teak plantations. A nice easy warm up afternoon ride. On the second day, we have a colorful full day riding great jungle trails. Red laterite roads contrast beautifully with the green of the jungle and blue skies.
The scenery is awe-inspiring with limestone cliffs punctuating a mountainous skyline that rolls towards Burma in the west. The final ride is a touch more challenging! You will enjoy some unforgettable descents through the jungle and a magnificent riverside ride beside a tributary of the Kwai Noi or along the road to the infamous Hellfire Pass.
Although there is some harder riding, this is a fully supported trip, suitable for most levels of riders and has proved very popular with families.
- Where do we stay: Words like charming and 'beautifully located' are horribly overused on travel websites but in this case they are frighteningly inadequate. Cliff View Resort really is beautifully located, on the banks of the River Kwai and River Kwai Resotel, which is arguably Thailand's all-time greatest jungle resort, is stacked with charm and character.
It also boasts a riverside swimming pool, herbal steam room and some of the best practitioners of traditional Thai massage - perfect after a day in the saddle.
- Anything else: We can't say enough about our Kanchanabuiri Bike Ride. The scenery is truly outstanding, the accommodation is simply marvelous and the riding superb. Add plenty of cultural interest and some memorable meals and you have one of the best little bike rides ever.
Of course, water, soft drinks and snacks are all included every day and we supply a trek mountain bike and helmet. The trip is fully supported by our air conditioned minibus, fully equipped with a two-way radio and Thule bike rack.
To turn a short trip into a real holiday you can add our Khao Yai Wine Country tour to this tour and receive a 5% discount on the total price.
- Facts & Figures:
* Number of Days-3 days / 2 nights.
* Pick up Time-06h30 to 07h00 at your hotel on day one.
* Drop Off-Usually around 17h30 at your hotel in Bangkok on day three.
* Departure Days-Every Monday.
* Meal Basis-Full board from lunch on day one to lunch on day three.
* Children-Children aged 12-17 years are welcome on this trip and receive a 25% discount.
* Bike Hire-trek mountain bike, helmet and water bottle are all included in the tour price.
* Total Distance-115km.
* Support-Fully supported by our driver and bike bus.
* Group Size-Minimum 2. Maximum 12.
Notes:
Airfare is not included in the tour price.
Tour Cost-USD 275 - Single Supplement: USD 60
Price Includes:
- All hotels and meals specified
- All transfers by a/c vehicles
- All entrances to museums and sites mentioned including the train ride
- All water and snacks whilst riding
- Bike Hire for 3 days
- English speaking cycle guide
- Three lunches (Thai Food)
- Two Dinners (Thai Food)
Price Does Not Include:
- Alcoholic beverages
- Soft drinks and other beverages in the evenings
- Elephant Riding
- Optional Boat trip to Mon Village
- Massage
- Tips for guides
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