6 days, 5 nights

RIDER'S PARADISE

“Six days on Thailand's greatest roads”

From$1600 USD/ $2200 USD with passenger
DifficultyBeginner-friendly
Duration6 days, 5 nights

The ride you came to Thailand for. Six days looping through Chiang Rai's temples, the Golden Triangle, the switchback mountain passes of Phu Chi Fa, and the peaceful backroads of Nan — widely considered the best riding province in the country.

A stunning viewpoint

A stunning viewpoint

The Blue Temple — Chiang Rai

The Blue Temple — Chiang Rai

Famous Route 3 — Nan

Famous Route 3 — Nan

The White Temple — Chiang Rai

The White Temple — Chiang Rai

Highway 1081 — Nan

Highway 1081 — Nan

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HIGHLIGHTS

◆Golden Triangle — where Thailand, Laos and Myanmar meet
◆White Temple, Black Temple, Blue Temple
◆Phu Chi Fa — cliff-edge sunrise viewpoint
◆Bo Kluea ancient salt ponds
◆Nan — Thailand's best-kept riding secret

WHAT'S INCLUDED

✓Experienced guide
✓All meals
✓Fuel
✓Safety gear
✓Entrance fees
✓Accommodation
✓NBT t-shirt
✓Buff
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THE ROUTE

Rider's Paradise route map
  1. Day 1
    Chiang Mai → Chiang Rai

    Scenic ride north featuring Mae Kachan Hot Springs and the famous temples of Chiang Rai — White, Black, and Blue. End at the Chiang Rai Clock Tower in time for the evening light show.

  2. Day 2
    Chiang Rai → Chiang Khong

    Early departure for the Golden Triangle, where Thailand, Myanmar and Laos converge. Visit the Opium Museum, then settle in along the Mekong at Chiang Khong.

  3. Day 3
    Chiang Khong → Phu Chi Fa

    Country roads up to Phu Chi Fa with mountainous vistas, ridge riding above the valleys, and a stop at Phu Sang Waterfall and its warm springs. The infamous switchback section is the highlight. Overnight near Phu Chi Fa.

  4. Day 4
    Phu Chi Fa → Pua

    Optional sunrise hike before riding on. Visit the Lanna-style Santiburi village and the Bo Kluea salt ponds, then drop into the small town of Pua with the evening to wander.

  5. Day 5
    Pua → Lampang

    Flexible morning — choose classic Route 101 or scenic Route 1091 with an optional Mae Yom National Park stop. Visit Ban Sao Nak (the House of Many Pillars) and the Lampang old town. Khan Tok dinner included.

  6. Day 6
    Lampang → Chiang Mai

    Stop at Chae Son Waterfall (waterfall + hot spring combo), then visit the Lampang Elephant Conservation Center on the way back to Chiang Mai. Tour ends at our base.

FREQUENTLY ASKED

+Do I need a motorcycle license?
Yes — valid motorcycle license from your home country and an International Driving Permit (IDP) for Thailand. For a 6-day tour the IDP is not optional in practice.
+How much actual riding per day?
Usually 3–5 hours in the saddle, broken up by viewpoints, temples, coffee stops, and lunch. The point is to enjoy the road, not race it. We never rush.
+What bike will I ride?
Mid-size adventure bikes for the full 6 days — Honda NX500-class or similar — chosen to handle Phu Chi Fa's tight switchbacks and Route 1081's long pulls without fatigue.
+Where do we stay?
Mid-range hotels in Chiang Rai, Chiang Khong (Mekong-side), near Phu Chi Fa, Pua, and Lampang. Hot showers, comfortable beds, breakfast included. All in the tour price.
+Phu Chi Fa's switchbacks look intense — should I be worried?
They look more intense in photos than they ride. The corners are tight but the surface is good and the traffic is light. Your guide takes the lead and demonstrates the line. Most riders say they were the highlight of the trip.
+Can I do this solo?
Absolutely. Solo riders are most of our bookings. You'll have a guide, a route, and good company at dinner each night.
+I'm not a marathon rider — will I be sore?
Honest answer: a little, the first two mornings. After that your body adjusts. We build in proper breakfast, stretching opportunities, and the pace gives your hands and back regular rest.
+The Khan Tok dinner on Day 5 — what is that?
A traditional Lanna (Northern Thai) shared meal on Day 5 in Lampang. You sit on the floor around a low pedestal tray (khan tok), with small dishes of curries, sausages, dips, and seasonal greens shared family-style. Usually with traditional music or dance. It's included in the tour.
+Can you customize the tour?
Yes — group size and itinerary both flex. Want an extra night in Nan? Skip a stop? Add a side trip? Tell us when you book.

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20% deposit to reserve. Fully refundable 21+ days before departure.