THAILAND – Chiang Mai – Half Day Cycling Tour in Wiang Kum Kam Area

Description

Cycling through rural areas of the city especially Wiang Kum Kam’s site is the perfect activity to experience a true gem in a rich historical and cultural city like Chiang Mai. The tour starts towards the Pa Daed area, located just south of the city after picking up the bicycle depot. The atmosphere here is completely different from the city, while cycling along quite roads through green surroundings and local communities, it’s a great opportunity to see how local people go about their daily life. Along the way, there is a nice stop to visit some interesting places like former leprosy colony, local temples or the workplaces of local people. At the end of the tour, guests have chance to make their way towards the ruins Wiang Kum Kam, one of Northern Thailand’s most ancient historical sites. The ruins are remarkably less touristy than the famous temples found inside the city and the guides explain about the interesting history of this lost city.

Selling points

• To escape the hustle and bustle of Chiang Mai but do not want to venture far away from the city
• To have some peaceful moments with locals
• To discover the traditional Chiang Mai lifestyle from the tall buildings and crazy lively streets
• A surprising and worthy discovery tour for curious travelers! 
  

Level Of The Excursion

The Impact Of This Excursion

Social/cultural Impact

Environment Impact

Economic Impact

Additional Information

Positive impacts

This activity shows some lesser-known areas of Chiang Mai city by using a bicycle as means of transportation. It focuses on culture and history. Stops along the way bring economic benefits to the visited areas.

Negative impact

No negative

Time And Transportation

Duration

• Approximately 4 hours

Min pax

1

Max pax

40

How to sell it

• Suitable for all types of clients
• The tour starts from the bicycle depot or transfer is included depending on choice of supplier (see below for details)
• Parking availability
• Tour can be organized private or join-in, different rates apply (see below for details)
• Stops during the tour are dependent on time of year/season, however there will be enough interesting stops all year around
•  ~15 km – Flat & Easy Route – no difficulty

Why this activity

• Suppliers provide Easia Travel Guide by their own, in case of another language needed Easia Travel guide can join FOC
• An active leisure activity in Chiang Mai
• An easy cycling tour for active travelers

Good to combine with

• Visit of Chiang Mai historical city center
• Visit of Doi Suthep temple
• Half day cooking class

Do not combine with

• Activities far away from the city
• Other active excursions like other cycling tour, walking tour … (unless very active clients)
• Any full day activity

Market suggestion

Competitor comparison

All the DMCs

Pros

• Near the city center
• Good variation of local life, culture and history
• Suitable for general public, not difficult
• An environmental friendly way to visit the area

Cons

• There are quite many suppliers operating similar tours
• Can be quite busy during the high season (chance of crossing other cycling groups)
• An occasional Chinese tour bus has been spotted from time to time.

Information

We have many suppliers offering this trip, but we use Udomporn Tours as they offer the best value for money.

• Udomporn Tours
  • Includes transfer to/from bicycle depot
  • Offers private as well as join-in tours
  • No lunch included
  • Bicycles are not as good as other supplier
  • No options for children
  • Recommended for small private groups and low-budget groups

Price range

$$$-$$

Quotation guideline

Package price in the tariffs

Udomporn Tours

Activity → Udomporn Tour-cycling → Half day cycling in Wiang Kum Kam area

Inclusion

• Mountain bike and helmet
• English-speaking guide
• Bottle of water and refreshing towel

Exclusion

(Depending on supplier, see below)

• Meals/snacks (Udomporn)
• Extra drink on the way (Udomporn)

Important notes

• Both private and join-in are possible
• In case FSG is needed, we can request by Udomporn Tours, but only case by case and not FOC.

Different Choice

• Other cycling tours available, there is a bicycle tour priority list

Contact

Udomporn Tours

330/12 Chiangmailand Village, Chang Klan Road, Muang, Chiang Mai 50100

[email protected]

English

Half day cycling tour in Wiang Kum Kam area

During this cycling trip, you will get to know more about the rich historical and cultural history of Chiang Mai and its surrounding area. After picking up your bicycle at the bicycle depot you will start to wind your way towards the Pa Daed area, located just south of the city. As soon as you start cycling in the rural green surroundings you will be fascinated by the peaceful atmosphere and the way the locals live their daily lives. Along the way, you will stop to visit some interesting places which are well worth a look, like a former leprosy colony, local temples or the workplaces of local people. Towards the end of the trip, you will make your way towards the ruins of Wiang Kum Kam, one of Northern Thailand’s most ancient historical sites. These ruins are remarkably less touristy than the famous temples found inside the city and your guide will explain to you about the interesting history of this lost city.

French

Demi-journée à vélo autour de Wiang Kum Kam

Après être passés au garage à vélos, dirigez-vous vers Pa Daed, au sud de la ville, pour découvrir l’histoire et la culture de Chiang Mai et de ses alentours. Vous serez fascinés par le calme du quotidien des habitants en dehors de la ville. Les sites intéressants ne manquent pas, comme une ancienne colonie de lépreux, des temples locaux ou des lieux de travail. Vers la fin de votre excursion, vous arriverez aux ruines de Wiang Kum Kam, un ancien site historique du nord de la Thaïlande. Celles-ci sont moins touristiques que les fameux temples de la ville et votre guide vous expliquera l’histoire de cette cité oubliée.

Spanish

Tour en bici durante medio día en la zona de Wiang Kum Kam

Durante este viaje en bicicleta conocerá más sobre la riqueza histórica y cultural de Chiang Mai y su zona circundante. Después de tomar su bicicleta en el depósito de bicicletas, comenzará dirigiéndose hasta la zona de Pa Daed, ubicada justo al sur de la ciudad. Tan pronto como comience a pedalear en los verdes alrededores rurales, quedará fascinado con la pacífica atmósfera y la forma en la que los locales viven su día a día. A lo largo del camino se detendrá para visitar algunos lugares interesantes que realmente merecen una parada, como una antigua colonia de leprosos, templos locales o los talleres de la población local. Hacia el final del viaje, se dirigirá hacia las ruinas de Wiang Kum Kam, uno de los lugares históricos más antiguos de Tailandia del norte. Estas ruinas están bastante menos masificadas de turistas que los templos famosos ubicados dentro de la ciudad, y su guía le explicará la interesante historia de esta ciudad perdida.

Italian

Mezza giornata a Wiang Kum Kam su due ruote

Durante quest’escursione in bicicletta, avrete l’opportunità di scoprire più a fondo il ricco patrimonio storico e culturale di Chiang Mai. Incominciate l’avventura pedalando a sud della città, nel quartiere rurale di Pa Daed. Resterete affascinati dall’atmosfera serena e dal ritmo di vita pacato degli abitanti locali. Tra le tappe sono annoverati un lazzaretto, alcuni templi e le officine di artigiani locali. Terminate l’esperienza con una visita alle rovine di Wiang Kum Kam, notevolmente meno turistiche dei templi del centro città.

German

Halbtägige Radtour in der Wiang-Kum-Kam-Region

Während dieser Radtour werden Sie mehr über die reiche Geschichte und die Kulturgeschichte Chiang Mais und der Umgebung lernen. Nachdem Sie Ihr Rad am Fahrrad-Depot abgeholt haben, starten Sie die Tour in Richtung der Pa-Daed-Region, südlich der Stadt gelegen.

Sobald Sie in der ländlichen grünen Umgebung radeln, werden Sie von der friedlichen Atmosphäre und der Art und Weise, wie die Einheimischen ihren Alltag bestreiten, fasziniert sein. Entlang des Weges werden Sie Halte einlegen, um einige interessante Orte, die allesamt einen Blick wert sind, einlegen, wie zum Beispiel eine ehemalige Lepra-Kolonie, lokale Tempel oder die Arbeitsplätze von Einwohnern.

Zum Abschluss der Tour fahren Sie durch die Ruinen von Wiang Kum Kam, eine von Thailands ältesten historischen Sehenswürdigkeiten. Diese Ruinen sind bemerkenswert wenig touristisch im Gegensatz zu den bekannten Tempeln innerhalb der Stadt und Ihr Reiseleiter wird Ihnen die interessante Geschichte dieser verlorenen Stadt näherbringen.

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