Mae Hong Son Hills

We meet in the early afternoon and head out for a relaxed warm-up ride in the outskirts of Chiang Mai. In the evening we reconvene for a welcome dinner.

We kick off our adventure by cycling a section of the Samoeng Loop, one of Chiang Mai’s most iconic road cycling routes, celebrated for its serene, winding roads flanked by lush jungle foliage.

We start with a flat warm-up in Mae Rim Valley before tackling three winding climbs, taking us deeper into the highlands of northern Thailand. We are welcomed into Mae Hong Son Province with a long and technical descent into the lively town of Pai where we spend the night.

Early in the ride, we conquer the iconic Doi Kiew Lom Climb. After a thrilling descent, we cycle through the Shan Hills, rising and falling with the contours of the terrain, before arriving at the quaint provincial capital of Mae Hong Son.

A gentler day awaits as we head further south. After a short but spicy climb to a gorgeous viewpoint, we ride through the forested hills of Namtok Mae Surin National Park, enjoying a nature-filled day of cycling before arriving in the small town of Khun Yuam.

We cycle from one small highland town to another, following a scenic stretch of backcountry roads across rolling hills, surrounded by jungles, agricultural fields, mountain views, and small villages. At the end of the day, we unwind at a riverside hotel in Mae Sariang.

Our toughest day awaits! We start with a challenging 15 km climb, followed by a winding stretch of road through lush jungly hill crests. After a thrilling descent and one final short climb, we’ll arrive in the rolling hills of Mae Chaem District, where we spend the night.

We ride to the top of Thailand’s tallest mountain, Doi Inthanon, via a 30 km climb featuring long uphill drags, steep ramps, zigzagging switchbacks, and tight hairpins. This impressive ascent is a fitting finale to the tour, sure to be celebrated with a farewell dinner tonight!

Our tour has ended. Extend your stay in Chiang Mai, explore other parts of Thailand, or head to the airport for your flight home.