Explore this scenic valley on two wheels. Cycle through rice paddies, various plantations, small villages and along irrigation canals. Fully guided trip recommended for all cycling lovers!

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Duration 6 hours: Check availability to see starting times.
Live tour guide: Thai, English
Pickup included: The driver will be holding a sign with your last name on it. Please wait in the lobby.
Small group: Limited to 10 participants

Highlights

Encounter local rural life and lean about rice farming
Cycle little used roads and trails through the picturesque valley
Visit the area's most magnificent temple

Full description

Pick-up from your Chiang Mai hotel and transfer to the heart of Mae Ngat valley (50 km/1 hour's drive). Meet your guide for a briefing and bike fitting. Your adventure begins with a ride through picturesque countryside where farmers go about their morning routine. You'll make stops at various points of interests and get some insights about local life, and learn about rice cultivation. Take a break for a delicious Thai lunch in a tropical garden. After lunch enjoy more riding, pedalling on paved country roads zig-zagging through the valley, on the edge of the national park. Make a few stops, including a busy local market and a visit to the shimmering Wat Ban Den temple where you can admire the intricate details of this stunning place of worship. After a day of exploring this stunning Mae Ngat valley on two wheels, we drive back to your Chiang Mai (arrival time approximately 17:00). Notes: -Cycling distance today can vary from 20 to 40 kms, all flat, depending of participant's ability. -Participants not wishing to ride the afternoon loop can wait at the restaurant, in the tropical garden.

Includes

Pick up, drop off, and transportation by covered pick-up truck
Experienced English speaking tour guide
Drinking water and snacks whilst cycling
Quality mountain bikes with 24 gears and front suspension. Cycling helmets provided
Delicious Thai lunch with season fruits in a tropical garden

Beverages at restaurants/shops
Tips/gratuities (optional)
Personal expenses
Meals not mentioned

Not suitable for

People who can't ride a bike
People with low level of fitness

Covid-19 precautions

Safety measures in place

You must keep social distance while in vehicles
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds

Important information

What to bring

Sunglasses
Sunscreen
Daypack
Cycling clothing
Sports shoes

Not allowed

Luggage or large bags

Know before you go

Cycling tour of approximately 30 to 40 km, mostly flat, suitable for participants in good fitness condition.
We recommend wearing suitable outdoor clothing and footwear; please bring sunglasses, sunscreen, and insect repellent.
Bring a cycling shorts and cycling gloves are recommended also.

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.9 /5

based on 17 reviews

Review summary

Guide
5/5
Transportation
5/5
Value for money
4.9/5
Safety
4.5/5

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Nice bike ride through rice fields and villages to explore the area and taste what the Thai nature has to offer. The guide knows a lot and clearly enjoys it. Were served a lovely lunch afterwards in the garden of a beautifully situated 'resort'. Afterwards we also visited the sticky waterfall.

August 13, 2022

Active Thailand were excellent at tailoring our cycling day to our abilities and wishes. We had a great time with Khun Tri who took us out on what turned out to be the hottest day of the year (late April). I could say "no sweat" but that's not remotely true! They also laid on a first class Thai lunch together with green coconuts, amazing papaya in their immaculately organised garden. A very efficiently run organisation. Highly recommended!

April 30, 2022

A great day out in beautiful countryside

A very enjoyable, active trip. Friendly guides and very well organised. Guides share lots of local knowledge which makes the tour culturally interesting too. On time for pick ups and drop offs. All equipment was in excellent condition. Everyone on our tour had a great time despite there being a range of fitness levels. Highly recommend this tour.

January 14, 2018

Cycle Tour of Mae Ngat Valley from Chiang Mai

Cycle Tour of Mae Ngat Valley from Chiang Mai

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A great day out in beautiful countryside