Bangkok to Phuket Road Bike Tour

Day 1: Khlong Kon - Hua Hin, 35 mi. (57 km)
Day 2: Hua Hin - Prachuap Khiri Khan, 65 mi. (104 km)
Day 3: Prachuap Khiri Khan - Ban Krut, 47 mi. (76 km)
Day 4: Ban Krut - rest day
Day 5: Ban Krut - Chumphon, 70 mi. (115 km) 
Day 6: Chumpon - Ranong, 86 mi. (138 km)
Day 7: Ranong - Suk Samran, 57 mi. (92 km)
Day 8: Suk Samran - Khao Lak, 69 mi. (111 km)
Day 9: Khao Lak - Phuket, 70 mi. (112 km) 
Day 10: Departure

*In remote destinations, unexpected conditions can arise at any time! Though every effort will be made to adhere to the original itinerary, we cannot be held responsible for any last-minute changes. This also applies to the hotels mentioned. In order to enjoy your cycling holiday, you should be prepared to be flexible when necessary.

Day 1: Khlong Kon - Hua Hin, 35 mi. (57 km)
After meeting at a Bangkok Hotel, you'll have a 2-hour transfer to your cycling start point in Khlong Kong. Begin your coastal ride through salt pans and aquaculture farms. After lunch, you'll head to Hua Hin and stay the night at an elegant resort. (L, D)

Accommodation: Putahracsa Hua Hin
Elevation gain/loss: +121m/-102m

Day 2: Hua Hin - Prachuap Khiri Khan, 65 mi. (104 km)
Pedaling out of Hua Hin, on quiet country roads along the beaches, the first destination is Sam Roi Yot (300 hundred peaks) National Park. The peaks of the spectacular limestone formations will be your backdrop. As the riding continues back toward the coast, you will pass through many small villages. The final section is along the beach to Prachuap Khiri Khan. The selected hotel has some great views and as the town is well known for having some of the finest seafood in Thailand, you will feast on the local specialties at dinner. (B,L,D)

Accommodation: Prachuap Grand Hotel
Elevation gain/loss: +472m/-468m

Day 3: Prachuap Khiri Khan - Ban Krut, 47 mi. (76 km)
Today's route is framed by vast coconut and palm oil plantations, signaling your approach to southern Thailand! End the day at your lovely seaside resort on Baan Grood Beach, where you'll spend the next two nights. (B,L,D)

Accommodation: Baan Grood Arcadia
Elevation gain/loss: +299m/-293m

Day 4: Ban Krut - rest day
Today, rest is on the schedule! You have earned it! Spend it relaxing at the beach, wandering around the fishing village of Ban Krut, or taking a dip in one of the two saltwater pools at the resort. (B)

Accommodation: Baan Grood Arcadia

Day 5: Ban Krut - Chumphon, 70 mi. (115 km) 
Now that you are well-rested, it’s time to do some serious riding! Today's route crosses Thailand's narrowest stretch, winding along the coast through endless coconut and palm oil plantations. After covering over 90 km, you'll unwind at another secluded, tranquil beach retreat. (B,L,D)

Accommodation: Nana Beach Resort
Elevation gain/loss: +629m/-620m

Day 6: Chumpon - Ranong, 86 mi. (138 km)
Today, you will cross the Isthmus of Kra, which separates the Gulf of Thailand from the Andaman Sea and is just 44 km wide at its narrowest point. The route leads west for about 60 km on an undulating road that cuts through the lush jungle-covered mountains that surround this area. The hills and the twists and turns in the road make for some varied riding. There is a climb of about 3 km starting at the Pun Ya Ban Waterfall, and then it is downhill and flat all the way to Ranong. This is a spa town, and the hotel has a hot mineral spring pool to soothe those aching muscles. (B,L,D)

Accommodation: Sook Hotel
Elevation gain/loss: +883m/-869m 

Day 7: Ranong - Suk Samran, 57 mi. (92 km)
Set off from Ranong and head south along the inland provincial road. The ride is mostly rolling hills through the foothills of the Tenasserim Range, passing coconut, rubber, and palm oil plantations, as well as villages, towns, and mosques. After 60 km, you tackle a short but steep climb before riding past the forests of Khlong Na Kha Wildlife Sanctuary. Your journey ends in Suk Samran, at the southern tip of Ranong Province. (B,L,D)

Accommodation: I-In Resort
Elevation gain/loss: +647m/-645m

Day 8: Suk Samran - Khao Lak, 69 mi. (111 km)
You continue your journey south through the rolling hills and expansive farmlands of Phang Nga Province. After 20 km, the road widens near Khura Buri before quieting as you head inland. A winding climb leads to scenic valley views before reaching Takua Pa, a historic tin-mining town with preserved Chino-Portuguese architecture. After exploring and lunch, continue riding through villages and rubber plantations, then end at the sun-kissed shores of Khao Lak to relax at the resort. (B,L,D) 

Accommodation: Apsara Beachfront Resort & Villa
Elevation gain/loss: +746m/-749m

Day 9: Khao Lak - Phuket, 70 mi. (112 km) 
Final stretch! From Khao Lak, you ride 11 km to the International Tsunami Museum, then tackle a scenic climb and a few hills toward Phuket. At 60 km, you veer onto coastal side roads, passing fishing villages and lagoons. After lunch, you'll ride along Natai Beach before crossing the iconic Sarasin Bridge to Phuket. The last 20 km leads to your resort on Nai Yang Beach, the perfect spot to celebrate your epic journey! (B,L,D) 

Accommodation: Bella Nara Phuket / Nai Yang Beach Resort
Elevation gain/loss:+631m/-622m

Day 10: Departure
Today is yours to relax and rest after eight days of great riding. We can help with arrangements if you’d like to extend your stay at Phuket or organize transfers to the airport for onward flights. (B)

Elevation profiles can be supplied upon request.

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You will stay in carefully chosen accommodation that is the best available for the location featuring a good mix, from homestays to luxurious lodges. On each day’s itinerary, you will find the preferred accommodation listed. If for any reason, a change is necessary due to availability or other circumstance, the alternative will always be of the same standard or better.

Bicycles

Standard Road bike

Domane AL5 Gen 4

• 100 Series Alpha Aluminum frame with tapered head tube, internal routing, fender mounts, flat-mount disc, UDH, and 142×12 mm thru-axle
• Shimano 105 R7120 shifters, 12-speed
• Shimano 105 R7100 front derailleur, 31.8 mm clamp, down swing
• Shimano 105 R7100 rear derailleur, max 36T cog
• Shimano 105 R7100 crankset, 50/34
• Shimano 105 7101 cassette, 11–34, 12-speed
• Shimano 105 hydraulic disc brakes, flat mount
• Bontrager Elite IsoZone VR-CF alloy handlebars
• Bontrager Elite stem, 31.8 mm, Blendr compatible, 7°
• Bontrager Comp seatpost, 6061 alloy
• Verse Short saddle with steel rails
• Bontrager Paradigm SL rims
• Bontrager R1 Hard-Case Lite tires, wire bead, 60 tpi, 700×32 mm
• In sizes 49, 52, 54, 56, 58, 61
• Pedals not included

Carbon Road Bike

Domane SL5 Gen4

• 500 Series OCLV Carbon frame with IsoSpeed, internal storage, tapered head tube, internal cable routing, 3S chain keeper, fender mounts, flat-mount disc, and 142×12 mm thru-axle
• Shimano 105 R7120 shifters, 12-speed
• Shimano 105 R7100 front derailleur, braze-on, down swing
• Shimano 105 R7100 rear derailleur, max 36T cog
• Shimano 105 R7100 crankset, 50/34
• Shimano 105 7101 cassette, 11–34, 12-speed
• Shimano 105 hydraulic disc brakes, flat mount
• Bontrager Elite IsoZone VR-SF alloy handlebars
• Trek RCS Pro stem, -7°
• KVF aero carbon seatpost
• Verse Short Comp saddle with steel rails
• Bontrager Paradigm SL rims
• Bontrager R3 Hard-Case Lite tires, tubeless ready, aramid bead, 120 tpi, 700×32 mm
• In sizes 50, 52, 54, 56, 60
• Pedals not included

Domane SL6 Gen4 (Di2)

• 500 Series OCLV Carbon frame with IsoSpeed, internal storage, tapered head tube, internal cable routing, 3S chain keeper, fender mounts, flat-mount disc, and 142×12 mm thru-axle
• Shimano 105 R7170 Di2 shifters, 12-speed
• Shimano 105 R7150 Di2 front derailleur, braze-on, down swing
• Shimano 105 R7150 Di2 rear derailleur, max 36T cog
• Shimano 105 R7100 crankset, 50/34
• Shimano 105 7101 cassette, 11–34, 12-speed
• Shimano RT70 disc brakes, centerlock, 160 mm
• Bontrager Elite IsoZone VR-SF alloy handlebars
• Trek RCS Pro stem, -7°
• KVF aero carbon seatpost
• Verse Short Comp saddle with steel rails
• Bontrager Paradigm Comp 25 rims
• Bontrager R3 Hard-Case Lite tires, tubeless ready, aramid bead, 120 tpi, 700×32 mm
• In sizes 47, 50, 52, 54, 56, 58, 60, 62
• Pedals not included