Departure:
Monday/Thursday
Duration: Fullday
Tour Code: BKK-23
Our one day tour takes you out of Bangkok and back into the Thailand of old. The guests will be picked up from their hotels. The ride starts at the Kamalulislam mosque, the hub of the local Muslim community. Riding along the canals, you will glimpse the harmonious lifestyles of Thai families, as well as seeing fish farms, working rice mills, traditional Thai wooden houses and a traditional medicine shop. We visit the bizarre temple of Phurt Udom Pol where we have chance to visit Buddhist heaven and hell while waiting for lunch. We continue our cycling for another 10km to the old market town of Nong Chock. We then trade bikes for boats and complete the journey with a river cruise down the Saen Seab canal back to the mosque.
This is a gentle 40-km ride along country back roads and suitable for anyone that can ride a bike. We ride as a group with experienced cycle guides setting a gentle pace and stop often to visit points of interest and allow everyone to catch up. Our guides are knowledgeable on the local area and customs and explain the history, culture and local way-of-life each time we stop. Water, soft drinks and snacks are all included as well as lunch and supplies a TREK mountain bike and helmet.
TOUR ITINERARY:
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Day 1
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Bangkok ˁNong Chok - Bangkok 40 km [L]
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Pick up and drop off at all major Bangkok hotels. |
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Pick up From hotels.
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07:30 - 08:45
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Drive from Bangkok arriving at Kamalulislam Mosque for start of ride.
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08:45 - 09:00
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Relax in the Mosque Gardens or visit the museum.
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09:00 - 12:00
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Ride into the heart of the countryside and stop at Phourt Udom Pol (30Km)
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12:00 - 13:00
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Have Lunch at Phurt Udom Pol
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13:00 - 14:00
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Ride to old market town of Nong Chock
(40 km.)
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14:00 - 15:15
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Meet Boat and cruise down the Sean Saeb canal back to the Kamalulislam Mosque.
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15:15 - 15:30
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Transfer to bus
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15:30 - 17:00
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Drive back to Bangkok and drop off at hotel.
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End of Services
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Tour Information:
| Total Distance |
40 Km |
| Number of cycling days |
Half Day |
| Road Surface |
This tour follows a mix of asphalt roads, vehicle-width dirt roads, and canal paths. No technical ability is required. |
| Support |
One or two seat 8-seat air-conditioned minibuses fitted with two-way radio and specially converted to take bikes and bikers.
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| Group |
Minimum 2. Maximum 16. |
| Staff |
Each tour is led by at least one fully-trained English speaking tour guide.
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| Accommodation |
1 night at Ban Chomduen. A charming riverside resort with en suite facilities and a/c. |
| Food |
Lunch is a delicious Thai lunch. Soft drinks, water and fruit are available all day.
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| Children |
Children aged 12-years and older are welcome on this trip and receive a 25% discount. |
Price per Person in Thai Baht
Join Tour (min 2 paxs)
| Validity |
Price |
Sup. Single |
| Now - 31 Oct 08 |
2,500 |
N/A |
Private Tour
| Validity |
4-5 |
6-10 |
11-16 |
17-24 |
25 up |
Sup. Single |
| Now - 31 Oct 08 |
2,380 |
1,770 |
1,650 |
1,480 |
1,320 |
N/A |
Include:
- Accident insurance
- Lunch
- Transport from hotel return to hotels
- Boat trip
- Support by Air Conditioned Minibus
- All water and snacks whilst riding
- Bike and Helmet hire for the day
- Local English speaking guide
Excludes:
- Alcoholic beverages
- Tips for guides
- Any items not mentioned in itinerary
Remarks:
- Pick up at hotels
located outside center heart of Bangkok will be charged
extra for 200 bahts per person.
- e.g.
- Bangna Trad Rd.
- Ratchadapisek Rd.
- Rama IX Rd.
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