• Chiang Mai bicycle tour through the historic old town

    • Discover the alleys within the old city walls of Chiang Mai on a leisurely and relaxed 12-kilometer bike tour, ideal for families with young children.

    Meet your tour guide at 8:45 am at the Discova Day Tour Shop near Chiang Mai Gate. The bike tour starts promptly at 9:00 am. After a brief bike fitting and briefing, we'll set off to discover the charm of Chiang Mai. It's a relaxed way to explore Chiang Mai. Stroll through the narrow streets of the Old City and visit some of the most important sights of old Chiang Mai.

    Visit the Tha Phae Gate: On the way to the eastern city gate, we cycle through many picturesque alleyways. The Tha Phae Gate was once the entrance through which merchants brought their goods into the city. At this beautifully restored gate, you will learn more about Chiang Mai's history as a trading center.

    Visit the Somphet Market: From Tha Phae Gate, cycle to the nearby Somphet Market. Stroll through the market, learn about Chiang Mai's cuisine, and sample some fruits and sweets.

    Visit Wat Chiang Man: The next stop on the bike tour is Wat Chiang Man, Chiang Mai's oldest temple, built in the auspicious northeastern corner of the old city. Here, the ancient Buddha statues made of marble and crystal are kept.

    Visit the navel of the city: A bike tour through the streets of Chiang Mai will take you to the cosmological heart of the city, the so-called Navel. Visit the Navel Temple with its 700-year-old, peaceful white Buddha and the Monument of the Three Kings.

    Visit Wat Chedi Luang: The next stop on the bike tour is Chiang Mai's most imposing monument. Wat Chedi Luang was built to house the ashes of a king and was once home to the Emerald Buddha (now located at Wat Phra Kaew in Bangkok). Today, it houses the City Pillar and three sacred pteropod trees, believed to protect the city.

    To conclude your tour, you will return to the Discova Day Tour Shop. The bike tour typically lasts 3-4 hours, but this can vary depending on the group. This marks the end of a unique and beautiful bike tour through Chiang Mai's Old City.

    Highlights of the bike tour through the historic old town of Chiang Mai

  • Visit the famous Tha Phae Gate, the local markets, Wat Chedi Luang and other temples.
  • Explore the old city of Chiang Mai in an elegant and unique way with our tour guide.
  • Enjoy snacks and drinks to stay energized throughout the tour.
  • Learn more about the history of Chiang Mai from an expert tour guide during your tour.
  • Stroll through a market with fresh food and try some of the goods on offer.

    • Important information for the bicycle tour through the historic old town of Chiang Mai

  • The bike tour is easy and slow, suitable for beginners.
  • Helmets and bicycles will be provided at the starting point.
  • Wear comfortable clothing and shoes for cycling.
  • Respectful clothing is required for some temple visits.
  • At the end of the tour, light snacks can be purchased at the local market.

    • What to expect on a bicycle tour through the historic old town of Chiang Mai

    On this bicycle tour through Chiang Mai's historic old town, you'll first meet at the bike rental shop, where you'll receive your bicycle and helmet. The ride is leisurely and relaxed, known in Thai as "Sabai Sabai," making it suitable for everyone. You'll cycle through the narrow lanes of the old town and visit famous landmarks such as Wat Chiang Man, the oldest temple in the city. Learn about the Navel of the City, the Three Kings Monument, and Wat Chedi Luang, one of Chiang Mai's most important landmarks. The tour also includes a stop at Tha Phae Gate. Finally, you'll visit the Somphet Market, where you can sample local fruits and sweets.

    Inclusions

  • English-speaking tour guide

    • Exceptions

  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off
  • Other expenses not mentioned above

    • Location

    Times for the bicycle tour through the historic old town of Chiang Mai

    Start: 9:00 AM – End: 1:00 PM

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