Thailand Hike, Bike and Rafting

Fancy some outdoor activity in a tropical paradise? Now's your chance as we launch into remote highlands from one of Asia's most cosmopolitan cities.

Traverse steamy rainforests on foot to visit colourful hilltribes, cruise down the River Kwai on kayaks and explore the lesser-known side of Chiang Mai while observing life from a bicycle. The diversity of exciting outdoor options makes Thailand a haven for adventurers.

Itinerary / Highlights

Days 1-2 Bangkok
Jump on a bike and cycle through the quiet backstreets of this steamy metropolis to gain a unique insight into city life. Riding around Bangkok is a fun and unusual way to see the city. There's free time to tour the Grand Palace, enjoy a Thai massage or to visit a fortune teller at Wat Pho.

Days 3-5 Hilltribe Trek
Get back to nature in the thick, green forests of northern Thailand for three days of trekking through hilltribe villages. Wander beneath enormous trees, ramble between emerald rice paddies and dive under rushing waterfalls. Have a go at adventure bamboo rafting at Akha village or maybe hit the markets to see local handicrafts. Stay in traditional Karon villages to discover intriguing hilltribe traditions and make friends with the locals.

Days 6-9 Chiang Mai
Pedal along paths less-travelled through Chiang Mai's seldom-visited surrounding neighborhoods, passing beautiful houses en route to the jade-green countryside. At the end of a day's cycling, there's nothing quite like a soak in a traditional mud bath. Chiang Mai offers a range of mountain bike options and for those who still can't get enough adventure, there's rock climbing in the Mae On district. Alternatively, head to the famous Night Bazaar for a green curry or to haggle over handicrafts.

Days 10-12 Kanchanaburi/ River Kwai
Stop to pay tribute to lives lost on the Death Railway before pounding the pavements, or jump into a saamlaw to explore tranquil Kanchanaburi. After getting a history lesson at the Hellfire Pass Memorial, it's off to the River Kwai to kayak through its many farming villages before spending the night under the stars aboard a jungle raft. Why not soothe those weary muscles with a final massage, then celebrate the end of the adventure with a final group dinner.

Day 13 Bangkok
The journey comes full circle on the busy streets of Bangkok.

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Accommodation Details

Hotels/guesthouses (7 nts), camping (1 nt), hilltribe villages (2 nts), overnight trains (2 nts)