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10 Days 9 Nights
Specific Tour
Unlimited
English, Thai
Embarking on the Thailand to Cambodia motorcycle tour with Big Bike Touring Co is an immersive odyssey that promises an extraordinary blend of adventure, cultural exploration, and the raw beauty of Southeast Asia. As the official BMW Motorrad partner in Thailand, Big Bike Touring Co ensures an exceptional riding experience. The journey kicks off from the Route 66 Diner in bustling Pattaya, where riders receive a warm welcome and a quick bike familiarization. Leaving the urban landscape behind, the route winds eastward, revealing the picturesque rural charm of Thailand. Passing through Rayong, Chanthaburi, and Trat provinces, riders are treated to stunning coastal views before reaching a splendid beach resort for a well-deserved overnight stay.
The second day marks a transition into Cambodia, with an early start leading to a smooth border crossing. Local Cambodian tour guides join the expedition, guiding riders through the countryside. The highway to Phnom Penh unfolds as a captivating ride, offering numerous photo opportunities and a glimpse into Cambodia’s rural culture. An evening arrival at a riverside hotel near the Mekong River sets the stage for further exploration.
Phnom Penh, a city rich in history, becomes the focus on the third day. French colonial remnants line wide boulevards, creating a unique backdrop for visits to the poignant Killing Fields Museum and S21 Torture Prison. These historical sites provide a deeper understanding of Cambodia’s past. The day concludes with an evening stroll along the river embankment, reflecting on the city’s resilience.
The fourth day propels riders northward to Siem Reap, the heart of Cambodia’s archaeological treasures. Covering 320 km, the journey offers breathtaking views as it skirts the Tonlé Sap freshwater lake and river tributaries. Siem Reap, crowned the ASEAN City of Culture, awaits exploration, with the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Angkor Wat dating back to the 12th century. Whether delving into ancient temples, cultural villages, or local markets, riders are guaranteed a day filled with unforgettable experiences.
The tour takes a scenic turn on the sixth day, heading back to Thailand through the Cambodian-Thai border at Chong Chom. The Chang International Circuit in Buriram becomes a highlight, offering riders a chance to explore Thailand’s Moto GP racing scene. The journey continues to Khao Yai National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site, known for its diverse landscapes and untouched jungles. Riders enjoy a rest day to explore the park’s hidden waterfalls and forested glades before heading to Kabinburi for a farewell dinner.
As the tour draws to a close, riders savor the final leg – a 170 km ride back to Route 66 Diner in Pattaya. The Thailand to Cambodia motorcycle tour by Big Bike Touring Co is a captivating exploration of culture, history, and the untamed beauty of Southeast Asia, creating a tapestry of memories for riders to cherish.
Each tour member will have own private room on each of our night stops at a min 3* or 4* hotel.
Experience the best of Northern Thailand with Big Bike Touring Co’s Thailand motorcycle tours. Explore the stunning landscapes, learn about the rich culture, and indulge in the delicious cuisine of this beautiful country. All tours are led by experienced guides and operated with high-quality BMW Motorrad bikes for your safety and comfort.
Big Bike Touring Co’s Thailand bike tours are perfect for those who want to explore the country at their own pace. Choose from a variety of routes and destinations, and ride on your own or with a group of friends. The company provides all the necessary equipment and support, so you can focus on enjoying the ride.
In conclusion, a one-day motorcycle tour from Chiang Mai with Big Bike Touring Co is an excellent way to experience the beauty and culture of Northern Thailand. With stunning views, delicious food, and knowledgeable guides, this adventure is not to be missed. Book your Thailand motorcycle tour or bike tour today and get ready for an unforgettable experience on two wheels.
Big Bike Touring is the official BMW Motorrad Partner in Thailand, we are the original Big Bike Touring operator with offices in Pattaya & Chiang Mai.
Motorcycles available:
Honda CBR500
Kawasaki Versys 650
BMW 310 GS
Honda CRF 250
Available options at addition cost
BMW GS R1200 – 5000 Bht per day
BMW GS 800 – 2500 Bht per day
Type of bikes | Security deposit |
Kawasaki, Honda, or Suzuki brand | CASH DEPOSIT OF USD 1,000 |
BMW (F800, 850 GS, R1200GSA, R1250 GS) | CASH DEPOSIT OF USD 2,000 |
5. USD40.00. – per day to cover the bike damages up to USD 3,000. The damages are over USD3,000. – will be the customer’s responsibility.
Following tour induction and a quick bike familarisation the tour departs company HQ Route 66 Diner as we head east leaving the city in our wake. Almost immediately you will start to see the breathtaking rural beauty of Thailand blending into the urbanisation of Rayong. Then along the coast through the provinces of Chanthaburi and Trat to our overnight stop at a fabulous beach resort Hotel. Day 1 ride covers approx 252km.
An early start post breakfast sees the tour undertake the 90km journey down to the Cambodian border crossing where we meet our local Cambodian tour guides who will assist us through the border crossing formalities. Once the admin has been completed we are quickly on our way deep into the Cambodian countryside. Almost immediately you observe a change of pace of life and a more rural culture. The highway to Phnom Penh is a great ride with lots to see, there will be several photo opportunities as we stop at points of interest. Late afternoon sees us arrive at our overnight hotel close to the Mekong River for dinner and a good night's rest.
A full day for you to explore Phnom Phen and the surrounding area. A bustling colourful city that sits on the convergence point of 3 rivers. There are still plenty of remnants of its French colonial history to explore especially noticeable are the spacious wide boulevards. There is however a dark side and you can decide if you want to visit the Killing Fields Museum and the S21 Torture Prison which are certainly thought provoking and will give you a greater understanding of the history and resilience of the cambodian people. A memorable day sees you return to the hotel for dinner and a chance for an evening stroll along the river embankment.
Another great days riding ahead of us as we head to what is undoubtedly the heart of Cambodia’s archaeological treasures “Angkor Wat”. We head north to the nearest town of Siem Reap covering some 320km. Awesome scenery as we skirt the Tonlé Sap freshwater lake and river tributaries and meet the plains as we cruise into Siem Reap to park up at our overnight hotel and a well earned dinner.
Luckily in this modern age you can't run out of film as today provides unlimited and unmissable photo opportunities, so much so that you will be spoiled for choice . Siem Reap was crowned the ASEAN City of Culture for the period 2021-2022 because of the stunning complex of ancient temples and palaces nearby that is known to the world as the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Angkor Wat. Dating back to the first half of the 12th century you can spend the day discovering the world of the ancient Khmer Kingdom. If it's not your thing there are plenty of other sights such as cultural villages, markets, coffee shops and quaint back street restaurants and boutique shops. Whatever you choose to do, you will be guaranteed a fantastic day with lots of stories to share back at your hotel over dinner.
Post breakfast sees a pleasant 165km journey along the 68 to Chong Chom where we say goodbye to Cambodia and cross the border, (again with the assistance of our guides) back into Thailand as we head to Buriram and the heart of Thailand's Moto GP racing. We take the opportunity to visit the Chang International Circuit for a look round and great photo opportunities. Total ride distance of approx 285km. Overnight in Buriram.
Once breakfast is done and dusted a majestic ride today across Buriram with a nice lunch stop, then on down to Khao Yai National park a journey covering approx 250km . The park features a colourful mixture of beautiful landscapes and unspoilt jungle with integral streams, waterfalls, and a wonderful variety of flora and fauna to be enjoyed. NB; Khao Yai national park has been listed as a Unesco world Heritage site since July 2005. Ournight Khao Yai
A rest day to explore this stunning National Park that is one of the the most popular in Thailand and ranked highly across SE Asia Forested glades and hidden waterfalls, some great walks and sightseeing stops, complemented by lunch in the park. You never know what kind of wildlife you may encounter so have the camera at the ready. Then it's back to our Khao Yai hotel for dinner and a great night's rest.
Following a leisurely breakfast the tour heads off across country on classic adventure riding roads complemented by stunning scenery and stops at a number of points of interest. Finally we swing south arriving late afternoon at our 5* final overnight stop in Kabinburi whence a sumtuous farewell dinner will be provided.
The final ride of the tour covers some 170km heading south as we return via an interesting route to HQ Route 66 Diner and the vibrant city of Pattaya.
Our motorcycles are fully covered by third party insurance, however we strongly recommend that you have your own health insurance in place before you arrive in Thailand. Make sure it covers you for Motorbike riding activities.
Yes, you must have obtained your own country’s International driving license before your tour begins.
You do not have to share, every rider has their own private room.
Yes, of course, obviously there will be additional fees.
Our following support/recovery truck carries a spare bike so you will be swiftly back on the road.
When touring it is always best to travel as light as possible, we have 40 litre waterproof bags which stay on our support truck on extensive tours. All bikes have side panniers for additional storage.
If you’re flying from overseas, we suggest you arrive a few days before the tour to help you shake off any ill effects of jet lag.
They serve breakfast at the hotel and this normally comprises several options. Lunch is a light roadside lunch, for dinner options we always endeavor to find a restaurant that offers both Thai and International cuisine.
Yes, this is mandatory on our tours, for safety and time keeping. We operate a lead and last policy, each rider will take turns to be the ‘sweeper’ bike at the rear of the pack and notify the lead guide bike of any problems/issues.
George
I had a great time...