Itinerary
Day 1: Day 1 - Pattaya to Khao Yai National Park
Stop At: Pattaya, Pattaya, Chonburi Province
Your tour starts from the resort town of Pattaya.
Having completed the tour induction, the tour group depart company HQ Route 66 Pattaya on a 45-minute ride to Nong Pla Thai for a familiarization ride, any initial adjustments required to the motorcycles will be made at this point. Coffee stop over the tour starts in earnest as we head NE a journey of some 275km to Khao Yai national park.
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: Khao Yai National Park, Khao Yai National Park, Nakhon Ratchasima Province
Khao Yai National Park (a Unesco World Heritage site since July 2005) covers more than 2,000 square kilometers of natural forest and lush grassland and is undoubtedly one of the most sought-after venues to visit in central Thailand.
Having arrived at Khao Yai national park we break for lunch inside the park itself. We spend the remainder of the day exploring the park, we take the opportunity to tour the visitors center which explains the history of the park and highlights the various attractions available within the park. We visit a number of viewpoints that provide excellent photo opportunities. In addition to its biker-friendly scenic roads, Khao Yai park features a colorful mixture of beautiful diverse landscapes and unspoiled jungle complemented by integral streams, waterfalls, and a wonderful variety of flora and fauna. Notwithstanding a plethora of wildlife including elephants, wild deer, and monkeys which can often be encountered whilst navigating the park.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Pak Chong, Pak Chong, Pak Chong District, Nakhon Ratchasima Province
Late afternoon sees the group make their way to our designated overnight accommodation which is conveniently situated at Pak Chong situated at the edge of the national park.
Duration: 8 hours
Meals included:
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Accommodation included: Carefully selected 3/4 Star Hotel in Khao Yai National Park
Day 2: Day 2 - Khao Yai to Phetchabun
Stop At: Phetchabun, Phetchabun, Phetchabun Province
Once a leisurely breakfast has been concluded the tour party sets off in a Northerly direction covering 260km to Phetchabun which is situated in the heart of central Thailand.
Phetchabun sits at the southernmost tip of two large national parks, Our first stop will be at Si Thep where we take the opportunity to explore 600-year-old ruins once a bustling city of the Khmer people who populated the area. Next, we push onto Which Buri at our pre-selected biker-friendly lunch stop.
Following lunch we continue our ride to Phetchhabun via Thung Salaeng Luang and Nam Nao, both national parks offer what can best be described as biking Nirvana with endless twists and turns and changes in elevation complemented by stunning scenery.
We arrive at our overnight accommodation in Phetchabun with sufficient time for a quick dip in the pool and a few beers before dinner.
Duration: 8 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast: Breakfast at your hotel.
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Accommodation included: Carefully selected 3/4 Star Hotel in Phetchabun
Day 3: Day 3 – Phetchabun - Phu Thap Berk - Phitsanulok
Stop At: Phetchabun Province, Phetchabun Province
Following an early leisurely breakfast, the tour departs overnight accommodation commencing a short yet technical 95km ride climbing some 1800m. The route incorporates a number of steep hill climbs and incorporates some of the most twisty roads in Thailand. As we ascend to the highest peak in Phetchabun province standing at some 1768m above sea level the temperature change is very noticeable.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Phu Thap Boek, Ban Thap Buek, Lom Kao 42120 Thailand
When we reach the Phu Thap Berk viewpoint also known as the city in the sky dependent upon the season you may find yourself climbing through a picturesque sea of fog providing fantastic photo opportunities.
The resulting change in elevation promotes an all-year-round cooler climate which makes for a pleasant change from the higher temperatures and humidy of the low lands of central Thailand.
Following the PTB viewpoint, we start to descend the twisties to Khao Khor to visit Wat Pharathat Pha Sorn Kaew which is more commonly known as the 5 buddhas. One of the most pictured temples in Thailand the Wat offers some fantastic photo opportunities overlooking Khao Khor. The tour takes lunch at Khao Khor then we head W on route 12 along a windy mountain pass offering many twisties and changes in elevation.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Phitsanulok, Phitsanulok, Phitsanulok Province
Late afternoon sees the tour arrive at our overnight accommodation in Phitsanulok which is situated on the Nan River.
Duration: 8 hours
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Accommodation included: Carefully selected 3/4 Star Hotel in Phitsanulok
Day 4: Day 4 - Phitsanulok to Sukhothai
Stop At: Sukhothai, Sukhothai, Sukhothai Province
Following a leisurely breakfast, the tour heads NW to Sukhothai where we explore the ancient capital of Thailand now designated a UNESCO world heritage site. On completion of the heritage site visit, we head W towards Tak once again continuing along the mountain pass roads. Arriving at Tak we take the opportunity to lunch at our pre-selected venue.
Duration: 3 hours
Stop At: Nakhon Sawan, Nakhon Sawan, Nakhon Sawan Province
Post lunch we head S towards our overnight accommodation in Nakhon Sawan.
The tour arrives at our accommodation with enough time for a swim in the pool and a few cold beers.
Overnight Nakhon Sawan.
Duration: 8 hours
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Accommodation included: Carefully selected 3/4 Star Hotel in Nakhon Sawan.
Day 5: Day 5 - Nakhon Sawan – Lop Buri – Ayutthaya
Stop At: Lop Buri, Lop Buri, Lopburi Province
Following a leisurely breakfast, the tour commences S towards Lop Buri, or as it's more commonly known “Monkey City.” As its name suggests this city is literally overrun by thousand upon thousands of wild monkeys. It’s certainly an interesting place to visit and provides unique photo opportunities.
That said caution should be exercised as the monkeys are wild, they are curious by nature, and are not unknown to steal or vandalize cars or motorcycles if left unattended. They also have sharp teeth and that should be noted should you choose to feed them.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Ayutthaya, Ayutthaya, Ayutthaya Province
Monkey city visited we head onto the city of Ayutthaya which is known as the second city of Thailand. With Ayutthaya having so much history we take the opportunity to see the remnants of the first city buildings which were constructed around the 1760s.
Site visit over we make our way to our overnight accommodation which is situated in the heart of the city in close proximity to a large mall which offers the possibility of exploration post-dinner.
Duration: 8 hours
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Accommodation included: Carefully selected 3/4 Star Hotel in Ayutthaya
Day 6: Day 6 - Ayutthaya to Kabinburi (Farewell Party)
Stop At: Khao Yai National Park, Khao Yai National Park, Nakhon Ratchasima Province
Having completed breakfast the tour sets off towards Kabinburi, the first part of our journey sees us run into the Northern area of Khao Yai National park. We stop for lunch whilst still within the vicinity of the national park.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Kabin Buri, Kabin Buri, Prachin Buri Province
Post lunch sees the tour pick up route 304 as we head S to Kabinburi. The 304 offers some rewarding riding and great scenic views. Once we arrive at our pre-selected 5* hotel a lavish farewell party will be provided by the company with the opportunity to reminisce over the magical memories that will no doubt have been forged during the tour.
Duration: 8 hours
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Accommodation included: Carefully selected 3/4 Star Hotel in Kabin Buri
Day 7: Day 7 - Kabinburi back to Route 66
Pass By: Kabin Buri, Kabin Buri, Prachin Buri Province
Post breakfast sees a later than usual start to the morning as the tour departs Kabinburi en-route to company HQ Route 66 Pattaya. The journey comprises some 200+km. The tour aims to arrive at HQ early to mid-afternoon traffic-dependent.
Stop At: Route 66 Diner Pattaya, 36/8 Siam Country Club Rd, Muang Pattaya, Amphoe Bang Lamung, Chang Wat Chon Buri 20150, Thailand
Lunch unch will be provided by Route 66. A number of pre-planned coffee shops and places of interest will also be incorporated into the route.
Tour debrief.
Tour disbands.
Duration: 2 hours
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No accommodation included on this day.