Road Bike Tour of Central Thailand

Kanchanaburi Hills Road Cycling

Tour Description: Guided

This road bike tour of central Thailand takes in the historical and natural sights of Kanchanaburi before taking you to a little visited national park with a jungle and caves right out of “Lost World” before ending at the ancient ruins of Ayutthaya, Thailand's former capital.

The riding starts after a visit to the famous sites in Kanchanaburi, then it's time to truly see this sparsely populated province, much of which has been preserved in national parks.

We ride to our first temples at Muang Sing Historical Park and overnight on the banks of the Kwai Noi River. Crossing to the next valley we follow the Kwai Yai River to the stunning Erawan Waterfalls. Here's where the hills start in earnest! As we skirt around the Sri Nakarin reservoir, we'll have great views from our climbs! The landscape is rural, and we'll pass rice fields and orchards as we push our pedals.

At Charlerm Rattanakosin National Park we'll be wowed by the caves and the waterfalls! On our way to Ayutthaya we'll stop and visit the site of a battlefield where victory was won on the backs of elephants. Next stop will be Ayutthaya, which reigned from 1350 until being sacked by Burma in 1767. The ruins are worth visiting before we head towards the more modern period of the Rattanakosin Kingdom and the summer palace at Bang Pa In.

For cyclists that don't mind pushing their pedals, this tour is a perfect combination of seeing sites and having an authentic Thai experience.

Learn more about guided tours. 

Tour Description: Self-guided

This road bike tour of central Thailand takes in the historical and natural sights of Kanchanaburi before taking you to a little visited national park with a jungle and caves right out of “Lost World” before ending at the ancient ruins of Ayutthaya, Thailand's former capital.

The riding starts after a visit to the famous sites in Kanchanaburi, then it's time to truly see this sparsely populated province, much of which has been preserved in national parks.

We ride to our first temples at Muang Sing Historical Park and overnight on the banks of the Kwai Noi River. Crossing to the next valley we follow the Kwai Yai River to the stunning Erawan Waterfalls. Here's where the hills start in earnest! As we skirt around the Sri Nakarin reservoir, we'll have great views from our climbs! The landscape is rural, and we'll pass rice fields and orchards as we push our pedals.

At Charlerm Rattanakosin National Park we'll be wowed by the caves and the waterfalls! On our way to Ayutthaya we'll stop and visit the site of a battlefield where victory was won on the backs of elephants. Next stop will be Ayutthaya, which reigned from 1350 until being sacked by Burma in 1767. The ruins are worth visiting before we head towards the more modern period of the Rattanakosin Kingdom and the summer palace at Bang Pa In.

For cyclists that don't mind pushing their pedals, this tour is a perfect combination of seeing sites and having an authentic Thai experience.

Learn more about guided tours. 

Highlights: Guided

• Bangkok
• Kanchanaburi
• Famous "Bridge Over the River Kwai"
• Muang Sing Historical Park
• Erawan Waterfalls
• Salakpra Wildlife Reserve
• Cave explorations
• Ayutthaya

Highlights: Self-guided

• Bangkok
• Kanchanaburi
• Famous "Bridge Over the River Kwai"
• Muang Sing Historical Park
• Erawan Waterfalls
• Salakpra Wildlife Reserve
• Cave explorations
• Ayutthaya

Daily Program: Guided

Day 1: Bangkok - Kanchanaburi
Starting in Bangkok we drive 1.5 hours to Kanchanaburi. We visit the local sites – the war museum and cemetery and the famous Bridge Over the River Kwai before checking into our hotel located on the banks of the River Kwai Yai. After a bike fitting we meet up for dinner where we'll go over the itinerary for the upcoming days of riding. Meals: L, D.
Overnight in Kanchanaburi. 

Day 2: Kanchanaburi-Sai Yok (53 miles/85 km)
Today we’ll spend most of the day on the bike as we cycle at a leisurely pace along quiet roads with stunning views of the valleys that surround this area. We stop en route to visit Muang Sing Historical Park, this historical site covering some 74 hectares is believed to have been used by the Khmer empire as a trading point along the Kwai Noi River. We ride around the park and visit the museum. The cycling in the afternoon is a little challenging with some undulating terrain. This ride gives us a great chance to see the karsts that separate Burma from Thailand. We arrive at our riverside hotel by late afternoon and can choose to relax by the pool, have a massage or go for a scramble up their climbing wall. Meals: BLD
Overnight in Sai Yok. 

Day 3: Sai Yok – Si Sawat (62 miles/100 km)
This morning we ride from the hotel and after 12 km we'll be following the River Kwai Yai. A very gradual incline takes us to the stunning Erawan Waterfalls. We stop for a walk up a few of the seven levels and have time for a dip before lunch. Once we have cooled off it's time for a 3 km uphill as we crest over the top of the Sri Nakarin Dam. An all too quick downhill will have us skirting the reservoir as we ride to our lakeside resort. There's time for a swim in the lake before dinner. Meals: BLD
Overnight in Si Sawat.

Day 4: Si Sawat - Charlerm Rattanakosin (50 miles/80 km)
Our toughest day of the tour as we'll be riding up and down all day and end with a long climb. We'll be riding on a quiet tarmac road that skirts Salakpra Wildlife Reserve, a corridor wild elephants use to go north to Huai Kha Khaeng Wildlife Reserve. We aren't likely to see any elephants, but there are more then 300 in the area. The landscape is rural, and we'll pass rice fields and orchards as we push our pedals. We overnight at a national park that is famous for its caves. After dinner we'll walk to the cave to listen for the Barking Frog, named after its unusual mating cry. Meals: BLD
Overnight in Charlerm Rattanakosin National Park. 

Day 5: Charlerm Rattanakosin – Dan Chang (62 miles/100 km)
In the morning we'll rise early and hike for about two hours. Our trek starts with a walk through the same cave we visited the night before and then the trail heads up through lush jungle and towering trees, passing a few waterfalls. The highlight of the park is a cave that resembles a natural rock bridge and is 60 metres wide. We then hike back down to the bikes and start our ride. Today will be much easier terrain as we ride through farmland and small villages. Meals: BLD
Overnight in Dan Chang. 

Day 6: Dan Chang- Suphanburi (31 miles/50 km)
Today is a semi rest day as we ride in the morning to Suphan Buri, passing a famous battle site on the way. In 1592 King Naresuan the Great defeated the Burmese Crown Prince in a royal duel on elephant back; as a result, the Siamese kingdom regained its sovereignty from the occupation of Burma. The Don Chedi commemorating the battle looms up at 66 m high. We overnight at a Thai-style resort that is part of a Buffalo Village where you can see all types of water buffaloes, including pygmy and albino. Meals: BLD
OVernight in Suphanburi. 

Day 7: Suphanburi – Ayutthaya (56 miles/90 km)
The terrain is flat today as we ride through the fertile river basin of the Chao Phraya River. We follow the River of Kings, the Chao Phraya River, to Ayutthaya, the former capital city of Siam. Relax at the peaceful resort set amidst rice fields. Meals: BLD
Overnight in Ayutthaya. 

Day 8: Ayutthaya – Bangkok (43 miles/70 km)  
Our tour today gives us a glimpse into the glory of the Ayutthaya Empire (1350-1767A.D.) by visiting the many remains of temples. The first visit of the day is Wat Yai Chai Mongkol. This well-tended temple was founded by King U-Thong in 1357 as a center for monks returning from study in Sri Lanka, then we ride to Wat Phra Mahathat to photograph the famous Buddha head entwined in tree roots before we ride our bikes to Wat Phra Sri Sanphet, the old palace, and Wat Chai Wattanaram. We leave the temples behind and head into the countryside on small back roads to Bang-Pa In, the former summer palace of King Chulalongkorn. From here we'll transfer you to your hotel in Bangkok. Meals: BL. End of tour. 

Daily Program: Self-guided

Dates: Guided

Jan 6, Feb 3, Mar 3, Apr 7, May 5, Jun 2, Jul 7, Aug 4, Sep 1, Oct 6, Nov 3, Dec 1, 2013

Dates: Self-guided

Route Map: Guided

Route Map: Self-guided

Packages and Prices: Guided

Tour Package (guided)
Per person, double occupancy $1295 Single room supplement (1 person/1 room) $275 Bike Rentals Road bike rental $210

Packages and Prices: Self-guided

Included Services: Guided

• 7 nights accommodations in hotels and resorts
• Breakfasts, lunches, and dinners as stated on itinerary
• Air-conditioned support vehicle
• Local English-speaking guide, well informed in the history, culture and religions of the area where you are biking and are skilled at passing that knowledge on to you. Your guide is also medically trained and an experienced cyclist, able to handle most minor repairs en route.
• Water, energy-restoring local fruit and drinks during rides

We recommend that you tuck away a few extra dollars, perhaps US$20 a day for incidentals.

Included Services: Self-guided

Hotels: Guided

These are sample hotels and may vary based on availability. Hotel websites listed where available. 

Day 1: Royal River Kwai Resort, Kanchanaburi
http://www.royalriverkwairesort.com/

Day 2: Pung Waan Resort, Sai Yok
http://www.pungwaanriverkwai.com/

Day 3: Rayaburi Resort, Si Sawat
http://www.rayaburiresort.com/

Day 4: Charlerm Rattanakosin National Park

Day 5: Sri Supan Hotel, Dan Chang

Day 6: Baan Thai Resort, Suphanburi

Day 7: Pludhaya Resort, Ayutthaya
http://www.pludhaya.com/

 

Hotels: Self-guided

These are sample hotels and may vary based on availability. Hotel websites listed where available. 

Day 1: Royal River Kwai Resort, Kanchanaburi
http://www.royalriverkwairesort.com/

Day 2: Pung Waan Resort, Sai Yok
http://www.pungwaanriverkwai.com/

Day 3: Rayaburi Resort, Si Sawat
http://www.rayaburiresort.com/

Day 4: Charlerm Rattanakosin National Park

Day 5: Sri Supan Hotel, Dan Chang

Day 6: Baan Thai Resort, Suphanburi

Day 7: Pludhaya Resort, Ayutthaya
http://www.pludhaya.com/

 

Bike Rentals: Guided

We have Trek 2.1C road bikes available for rent if you choose not to bring your own bicycles. These bicycles have Shimano components and carbon forks and seat posts. If you have your own saddle that you are comfortable with you are welcome to bring it and we'll fit it.

We can provide strap-style toe cages if requested, but you might like to consider bringing clip pedals if you use them, and please bring your shoes and cleats. If you bring your own bike, please make sure it is a road bike and that it is in good mechanical order.

Basic spares and tools are carried by the guide and on the support vehicle, though we cannot guarantee having spares for every conceivable problem. Carrying a basic tool kit, a spare tube and a pump while riding is recommended.  

Wearing a helmet is strongly recommended on all our biking adventures and if you choose not to wear one you will be asked to sign a liability waiver. Your tour leader is trained in first aid and emergency rescue, but to a large degree you must be responsible for your own safety while riding.

Bike Rentals: Self-guided

We have Trek 2.1C road bikes available for rent if you choose not to bring your own bicycles. These bicycles have Shimano components and carbon forks and seat posts. If you have your own saddle that you are comfortable with you are welcome to bring it and we'll fit it.

We can provide strap-style toe cages if requested, but you might like to consider bringing clip pedals if you use them, and please bring your shoes and cleats. If you bring your own bike, please make sure it is a road bike and that it is in good mechanical order.

Basic spares and tools are carried by the guide and on the support vehicle, though we cannot guarantee having spares for every conceivable problem. Carrying a basic tool kit, a spare tube and a pump while riding is recommended.  

Wearing a helmet is strongly recommended on all our biking adventures and if you choose not to wear one you will be asked to sign a liability waiver. Your tour leader is trained in first aid and emergency rescue, but to a large degree you must be responsible for your own safety while riding.

Surface and Terrain: Guided

We ride 375 miles/575 kilometres in seven cycling days. There are long 62-mile/100-km days and some hills to take on in the middle of this tour. We cover quite a lot of ground, take in some of Thailand's major sites, but also visit some lesser known caves and waterfalls.

Our days will be quite full and action packed. The trip is fully supported and your guide’s expert knowledge of the area and terrain means that you always know what is coming up in terms of distance and difficulty. This makes a tremendous difference, as does the constant supply of cold drinks and fresh fruit.

This ride is for those who have some biking experience and have a reasonable level of fitness. The first two days are relatively easy, but there will be hills and there are some long distances to cover. Never underestimate the heat and humidity of Thailand, as it will likely ensure things feel hot.

The road surfaces are good quality asphalt roads. There is nothing technical involved on this tour and a support truck is always available to help.

The tour is rated Challenging and is for cyclists in above average physical condition. 

Surface and Terrain: Self-guided

We ride 375 miles/575 kilometres in seven cycling days. There are long 62-mile/100-km days and some hills to take on in the middle of this tour. We cover quite a lot of ground, take in some of Thailand's major sites, but also visit some lesser known caves and waterfalls.

Our days will be quite full and action packed. The trip is fully supported and your guide’s expert knowledge of the area and terrain means that you always know what is coming up in terms of distance and difficulty. This makes a tremendous difference, as does the constant supply of cold drinks and fresh fruit.

This ride is for those who have some biking experience and have a reasonable level of fitness. The first two days are relatively easy, but there will be hills and there are some long distances to cover. Never underestimate the heat and humidity of Thailand, as it will likely ensure things feel hot.

The road surfaces are good quality asphalt roads. There is nothing technical involved on this tour and a support truck is always available to help.

The tour is rated Challenging and is for cyclists in above average physical condition. 

How To Get There: Guided

Tour start and end
Nearest airport: Bangkok, Thailand

International and domestic flights to and from there are not included in the tour price. Please contact us for advice before arranging flights for the best arrival and departure times.

How To Get There: Self-guided

Tour start and end
Nearest airport: Bangkok, Thailand

International and domestic flights to and from there are not included in the tour price. Please contact us for advice before arranging flights for the best arrival and departure times.

Weather: Guided

Thailand has a tropical climate with fairly high humidity. There are three seasons: from March to June it is hot and dry, with temperatures between 27C/ 80F and 35C/95F and, with night temperatures in the 20s.

The rainy season is from July to October, but temperatures are slightly lower, because of the effect of the rain. During this time it will not rain continuously, but in sharp bursts, and the sun can come out quickly.

The cooler season is from October to February, with average temperatures between 20C/68F and 30C/86F.

Weather Underground offers information on average and record temperatures at many destinations throughout the globe. Type a destination in the search box and enter a travel date range to learn about seasonal weather patterns.

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Weather: Self-guided

Thailand has a tropical climate with fairly high humidity. There are three seasons: from March to June it is hot and dry, with temperatures between 27C/ 80F and 35C/95F and, with night temperatures in the 20s.

The rainy season is from July to October, but temperatures are slightly lower, because of the effect of the rain. During this time it will not rain continuously, but in sharp bursts, and the sun can come out quickly.

The cooler season is from October to February, with average temperatures between 20C/68F and 30C/86F.

Weather Underground offers information on average and record temperatures at many destinations throughout the globe. Type a destination in the search box and enter a travel date range to learn about seasonal weather patterns.

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Visas and Vaccinations: Guided

Visas
All nationalities require a passport for entry into Thailand. Please ensure your passport is valid for at least 6 months from date of entry. If staying less than 30 days then a visa in advance is not required by European, North American, Australian and many other nationalities. You will need to show proof of an onward flight out of Thailand to be eligible for the visa on arrival. This is strictly enforced.

Vaccinations
We recommend that you visit a travel medical doctor and ask about the following vaccinations: typhoid, polio, tetanus and hepatitis A. A certificate for Yellow Fever is required when arriving from an infected area within six days.

Visas and Vaccinations: Self-guided

Visas
All nationalities require a passport for entry into Thailand. Please ensure your passport is valid for at least 6 months from date of entry. If staying less than 30 days then a visa in advance is not required by European, North American, Australian and many other nationalities. You will need to show proof of an onward flight out of Thailand to be eligible for the visa on arrival. This is strictly enforced.

Vaccinations
We recommend that you visit a travel medical doctor and ask about the following vaccinations: typhoid, polio, tetanus and hepatitis A. A certificate for Yellow Fever is required when arriving from an infected area within six days.

Money and Currency: Guided

The Thai currency is the baht. ATMs, which are abundant, are the easiest ways to get Thai baht. Have a supply of US dollars in cash on hand, just in case your card doesn’t work. Banks or the more rare private moneychangers offer the best foreign-exchange rates. Credit cards are accepted in big cities and resort hotels but you’ll need baht for family-run guesthouses or restaurants.

We recommend that you tuck away a few extra dollars, perhaps US$20, for incidentals.

Money and Currency: Self-guided

The Thai currency is the baht. ATMs, which are abundant, are the easiest ways to get Thai baht. Have a supply of US dollars in cash on hand, just in case your card doesn’t work. Banks or the more rare private moneychangers offer the best foreign-exchange rates. Credit cards are accepted in big cities and resort hotels but you’ll need baht for family-run guesthouses or restaurants.

We recommend that you tuck away a few extra dollars, perhaps US$20, for incidentals.

Food and Drink: Guided

Meals are included as per the itinerary where B = breakfast, L = lunch, D = dinner. Most meals are local and feature noodles, rice, curries and soups. Any special dietary requirements can also be catered for as well. Please let us know at the time of booking.

Keeping you completely hydrated is a job we take very seriously. Cold water, some energy-restoring drinks while you are riding are included in the tour price while riding. Soft drinks and other beverages during meals are not included. Beer is freely available everywhere, but is NOT included in the price.

Food and Drink: Self-guided

Meals are included as per the itinerary where B = breakfast, L = lunch, D = dinner. Most meals are local and feature noodles, rice, curries and soups. Any special dietary requirements can also be catered for as well. Please let us know at the time of booking.

Keeping you completely hydrated is a job we take very seriously. Cold water, some energy-restoring drinks while you are riding are included in the tour price while riding. Soft drinks and other beverages during meals are not included. Beer is freely available everywhere, but is NOT included in the price.

Tour Company Background: SpiceRoads Cycle Tours: Guided

SpiceRoads endeavors to offer high-quality, educational, and adventure-filled itineraries that highlight and focus on the diversity of landscapes found in Asia and its people. As a specialized "niche" bicycle tour operator since 2000, we provide the most authentic, unique and exciting adventures in Asia.

The SpiceRoads family began back in the mid 1990s, when Hamish Keith was creating, operating and leading ground breaking cycle tours throughout Thailand and in emerging destinations such as Vietnam, Cambodia, Laos and Myanmar for well known companies such as Exodus Travels and World Expeditions and his own company the Wild Planet.

In 2000 Hamish decided to concentrate on what he loved doing the most and he established SpiceRoads as a specialist cycle tour operator in the region he knew best - Southeast Asia. The “niche” was to promote bicycle group tours directly to clients all around the world via the internet. Hamish set the standard for all subsequent SpiceRoads tours by offering a high quality tour - from customer service, to bicycles, to well researched routes to the guides we use – at a good value.

In 2002, when Hamish left to pursue other opportunities in the travel industry, Struan Robertson came on board, and with his skills in management, IT and of course cycling, the company has grown to encompass other Asian countries. During the years of growth what hasn't changed is the spirit of SpiceRoads, which is to offer professional, international standard cycle tours and services to independent travellers and cycle enthusiast looking to discover Asia by bicycle.

Our well-planned eye-opening cycling tours provide an active immersion into local cultures, languages, scenery and, of course, the most delicious of foods. By combining legendary service and rare opportunities for cultural experiences, our travel philosophy continues to excite, enthuse, and positively impact every guest. Take a look at our guestbook if you don't believe us!

SpiceRoads' staff and all of our professionally licensed multi-lingual tour guides are passionate about creating the best possible experiences, with fun, creativity, and total dedication to satisfaction.

We're always peddling towards making your tour perfect so you can See Asia by Bicycle!

Tour Company Background: SpiceRoads Cycle Tours: Self-guided

SpiceRoads endeavors to offer high-quality, educational, and adventure-filled itineraries that highlight and focus on the diversity of landscapes found in Asia and its people. As a specialized "niche" bicycle tour operator since 2000, we provide the most authentic, unique and exciting adventures in Asia.

The SpiceRoads family began back in the mid 1990s, when Hamish Keith was creating, operating and leading ground breaking cycle tours throughout Thailand and in emerging destinations such as Vietnam, Cambodia, Laos and Myanmar for well known companies such as Exodus Travels and World Expeditions and his own company the Wild Planet.

In 2000 Hamish decided to concentrate on what he loved doing the most and he established SpiceRoads as a specialist cycle tour operator in the region he knew best - Southeast Asia. The “niche” was to promote bicycle group tours directly to clients all around the world via the internet. Hamish set the standard for all subsequent SpiceRoads tours by offering a high quality tour - from customer service, to bicycles, to well researched routes to the guides we use – at a good value.

In 2002, when Hamish left to pursue other opportunities in the travel industry, Struan Robertson came on board, and with his skills in management, IT and of course cycling, the company has grown to encompass other Asian countries. During the years of growth what hasn't changed is the spirit of SpiceRoads, which is to offer professional, international standard cycle tours and services to independent travellers and cycle enthusiast looking to discover Asia by bicycle.

Our well-planned eye-opening cycling tours provide an active immersion into local cultures, languages, scenery and, of course, the most delicious of foods. By combining legendary service and rare opportunities for cultural experiences, our travel philosophy continues to excite, enthuse, and positively impact every guest. Take a look at our guestbook if you don't believe us!

SpiceRoads' staff and all of our professionally licensed multi-lingual tour guides are passionate about creating the best possible experiences, with fun, creativity, and total dedication to satisfaction.

We're always peddling towards making your tour perfect so you can See Asia by Bicycle!

Terms and Conditions: SpiceRoads Cycle Tours: Guided

Spice Roads Cancellation Policy

(Involuntary) On the rare occasions when we, SpiceRoads, must cancel a trip, all payments received to date will be 100% refunded, which constitutes full settlement. There will be absolutely no deductions.

(Voluntary) If you, the client, must cancel your reservation, your cancellation fee will be determined according to the following formula:

For all tours (except short Thailand tours 4 days or less, see below):

 **Administration fees include bank fees and exchange rate losses.

Exceptions to this policy cannot be made for any reason, including weather or personal emergencies. Please note:

• There is no refund for arriving late or leaving a trip early.
• Single supplements are considered part of the trip price and are subject to cancellation fees.
• Spice Roads reserves the right to make route and hotel modifications as needed.
• Spice Roads is not responsible for expenses incurred in preparation for any canceled trips, such as airline tickets.
• Guests who fail to provide signed "Release of Liability and Assumption of All Risks" and personal information forms prior to trip departure will not be allowed to join the trip and the cancellation policy applies.

We strongly advise that clients have full personal travel insurance that covers for the refund of monies paid in case either party cancels the tour for any reason.

We regret that we cannot be held responsible for incidental/consequential costs or expenses you may incur as a result of any changes or cancellations. No compensation is payable for minor changes.

Any damages/injuries incurred that are attributable to your own actions, acts of some other party unconnected with the contract services or where the damage/injury results from events/circumstances which our outside our control and could not be reasonably foreseen.

For damages where SpiceRoads is responsible, our liability is strictly limited to twice the total price of the tour. In booking a tour with SpiceRoads you, the client, are agreeing to these terms and you accept this limit on our liability. This limit allows us to keep the prices of our tours as low as possible.

Documentation

You must be in possession of a valid passport and all the visas and permits required for your tour. This includes any medical certificates that are required. The client accepts full responsibility for obtaining any and all such documentation. Every client is encouraged to contact the consulate/embassy for the countries they are traveling in respectively to receive the latest and most current information about their immigration / transit policies.

SpiceRoads does not accept responsibility if your documentation is not in order. Information provided by the company about these matters and other related items (clothing, baggage, climate etc.) is given in good faith but without responsibility on the part of the company.

Travel Insurance

For all tours (except short Thailand tours 4 days or less, see below):

SpiceRoads insists that all clients must take out good travel insurance before joining one of our tours. There are inherent risks involved in cycling and mountain biking and we will not be liable for your medical expenses or evacuation in case of an accident.

This insurance must include adequate coverage for any personal accident, medical expenses, injury, death and repatriation. Insurance should also provide coverage for cancellations or curtailment of the holiday. Clients should also ensure that there are no exclusion clauses limiting protection for any dangerous or unusual activities that might be included in their tour.

If you join the tour without adequate insurance you may be disallowed from continuing on the tour without the right of refund. Clients are solely responsible for arranging their own insurance and they should ensure that they are covered for the full duration of their tour. Your tour leader will ask for copies of your insurance before allowing you to join the tour. This protects both you and us.

In case of an accident, please consult with your tour leader or contact our reservation staff at +66(0) 89 895 5680 (24 hour hot line).

Tour Authority

Upon signing up for a tour you must agree to accept the authority of the tour leader who is the representative of the company. The tour leader should be regarded as the same as a “ship’s captain” or an airline’s “Pilot.”

At all times the authority of your tour leader will be final when concerning matters likely to endanger your own health or safety or in regard to behavior or ill health that is causing or is likely to cause danger, distress or disturbance to the group and the well-being of the tour. Failure to abide by the authority of the tour leader could result in legal proceedings and the immediate termination of your participation in the tour without recourse.

In such circumstances we reserve the right to terminate all travel arrangements without liability on the part of the company. You must always comply with the local law, customs and drug regulations of the country/ies you are visiting. Failure to do so may lead to you being ordered to leave the tour without recourse to any refund or any legal claim against the company. In the case of ill health the company and its operators can make those arrangements that it sees fit and recover all monies paid from the client. The person who signs the booking form (which incorporates these conditions) warrants that he/she does so, with full authority on behalf of all those whose names appear thereon, and confirms thereby that all such persons accept and are fully aware of these conditions.

No refund will be given for non-utilized services, however if we are able to obtain a refund ourselves for these services we will endeavor to pass these on to the client less reasonable administration charges.

Surcharges

SpiceRoads pledges never to increase the tour price except under exceptional circumstances for those that have previously book the tour. Circumstances of this policy include: government action or legislation that directs the company to increase prices, exceptional and unfavorable changes in exchange rates that exceed a 20% fluctuation or currency devaluation.

Clients will be notified of any price increase at least 4 weeks before departure.

Flights or delays

We will not accept any liability for any delay in your outward or inward flight/s, whether the cancellation or delay is caused by the weather, airline rescheduling, industrial action or mechanical failure. We will give no refunds or compensation for lost time and services from the itinerary.

Complaints

Should you have a complaint while on tour, you must notify your guide, or the local operator, at the earliest opportunity, so that they can do what they can to immediately rectify it. Failure to do so will result in the limiting of a client's ability to claim compensation. If the problem is not brought to our attention we have no opportunity to rectify it. Any complaints should be sent to us in writing, or by email, not more than 28 days after the tour ends.

Complaints related to booking, inquires, billing, sales or operations should be directed to the Sales and Marketing Manager and/or the General Manager.

Anything Else

If there is anything else you need to know or want to hear in order to put your mind at rest, please do not hesitate to contact us.

Limited Liability

SpiceRoads is not liable for any bodily injury or property damage as a result of (but not limited to): physical exertion for which a guest is not prepared; forces of nature; travel by plane, train, auto, boat or other conveyance, or by bicycle, horseback, foot or other form of active or adventure travel; consumption of alcoholic beverages; civil unrest; terrorism; breakdown of equipment; high altitude; lack of or limited access to medical attention in remote locations; and the adequacy of medical attention once provided.

SpiceRoads is also not liable for: expenses (e.g., meals, transportation or hotel costs) that are not specified as included in the trip cost but may be required to get to or from a trip start or end point.

SpiceRoads reserves the right to make route and hotel modifications as necessary to improve the trip quality or to accommodate the comfort and well-being of guests. Guests grant SpiceRoads express permission to take photographs or make film records of its trips for promotional and commercial use, as well as approve such use by third parties with whom SpiceRoads may engage in joint marketing, without financial remuneration.

To view our liability release form click here. You will be asked to sign this form before you start your tour.

Terms and Conditions: SpiceRoads Cycle Tours: Self-guided

Spice Roads Cancellation Policy

(Involuntary) On the rare occasions when we, SpiceRoads, must cancel a trip, all payments received to date will be 100% refunded, which constitutes full settlement. There will be absolutely no deductions.

(Voluntary) If you, the client, must cancel your reservation, your cancellation fee will be determined according to the following formula:

For all tours (except short Thailand tours 4 days or less, see below):

 **Administration fees include bank fees and exchange rate losses.

Exceptions to this policy cannot be made for any reason, including weather or personal emergencies. Please note:

• There is no refund for arriving late or leaving a trip early.
• Single supplements are considered part of the trip price and are subject to cancellation fees.
• Spice Roads reserves the right to make route and hotel modifications as needed.
• Spice Roads is not responsible for expenses incurred in preparation for any canceled trips, such as airline tickets.
• Guests who fail to provide signed "Release of Liability and Assumption of All Risks" and personal information forms prior to trip departure will not be allowed to join the trip and the cancellation policy applies.

We strongly advise that clients have full personal travel insurance that covers for the refund of monies paid in case either party cancels the tour for any reason.

We regret that we cannot be held responsible for incidental/consequential costs or expenses you may incur as a result of any changes or cancellations. No compensation is payable for minor changes.

Any damages/injuries incurred that are attributable to your own actions, acts of some other party unconnected with the contract services or where the damage/injury results from events/circumstances which our outside our control and could not be reasonably foreseen.

For damages where SpiceRoads is responsible, our liability is strictly limited to twice the total price of the tour. In booking a tour with SpiceRoads you, the client, are agreeing to these terms and you accept this limit on our liability. This limit allows us to keep the prices of our tours as low as possible.

Documentation

You must be in possession of a valid passport and all the visas and permits required for your tour. This includes any medical certificates that are required. The client accepts full responsibility for obtaining any and all such documentation. Every client is encouraged to contact the consulate/embassy for the countries they are traveling in respectively to receive the latest and most current information about their immigration / transit policies.

SpiceRoads does not accept responsibility if your documentation is not in order. Information provided by the company about these matters and other related items (clothing, baggage, climate etc.) is given in good faith but without responsibility on the part of the company.

Travel Insurance

For all tours (except short Thailand tours 4 days or less, see below):

SpiceRoads insists that all clients must take out good travel insurance before joining one of our tours. There are inherent risks involved in cycling and mountain biking and we will not be liable for your medical expenses or evacuation in case of an accident.

This insurance must include adequate coverage for any personal accident, medical expenses, injury, death and repatriation. Insurance should also provide coverage for cancellations or curtailment of the holiday. Clients should also ensure that there are no exclusion clauses limiting protection for any dangerous or unusual activities that might be included in their tour.

If you join the tour without adequate insurance you may be disallowed from continuing on the tour without the right of refund. Clients are solely responsible for arranging their own insurance and they should ensure that they are covered for the full duration of their tour. Your tour leader will ask for copies of your insurance before allowing you to join the tour. This protects both you and us.

In case of an accident, please consult with your tour leader or contact our reservation staff at +66(0) 89 895 5680 (24 hour hot line).

Tour Authority

Upon signing up for a tour you must agree to accept the authority of the tour leader who is the representative of the company. The tour leader should be regarded as the same as a “ship’s captain” or an airline’s “Pilot.”

At all times the authority of your tour leader will be final when concerning matters likely to endanger your own health or safety or in regard to behavior or ill health that is causing or is likely to cause danger, distress or disturbance to the group and the well-being of the tour. Failure to abide by the authority of the tour leader could result in legal proceedings and the immediate termination of your participation in the tour without recourse.

In such circumstances we reserve the right to terminate all travel arrangements without liability on the part of the company. You must always comply with the local law, customs and drug regulations of the country/ies you are visiting. Failure to do so may lead to you being ordered to leave the tour without recourse to any refund or any legal claim against the company. In the case of ill health the company and its operators can make those arrangements that it sees fit and recover all monies paid from the client. The person who signs the booking form (which incorporates these conditions) warrants that he/she does so, with full authority on behalf of all those whose names appear thereon, and confirms thereby that all such persons accept and are fully aware of these conditions.

No refund will be given for non-utilized services, however if we are able to obtain a refund ourselves for these services we will endeavor to pass these on to the client less reasonable administration charges.

Surcharges

SpiceRoads pledges never to increase the tour price except under exceptional circumstances for those that have previously book the tour. Circumstances of this policy include: government action or legislation that directs the company to increase prices, exceptional and unfavorable changes in exchange rates that exceed a 20% fluctuation or currency devaluation.

Clients will be notified of any price increase at least 4 weeks before departure.

Flights or delays

We will not accept any liability for any delay in your outward or inward flight/s, whether the cancellation or delay is caused by the weather, airline rescheduling, industrial action or mechanical failure. We will give no refunds or compensation for lost time and services from the itinerary.

Complaints

Should you have a complaint while on tour, you must notify your guide, or the local operator, at the earliest opportunity, so that they can do what they can to immediately rectify it. Failure to do so will result in the limiting of a client's ability to claim compensation. If the problem is not brought to our attention we have no opportunity to rectify it. Any complaints should be sent to us in writing, or by email, not more than 28 days after the tour ends.

Complaints related to booking, inquires, billing, sales or operations should be directed to the Sales and Marketing Manager and/or the General Manager.

Anything Else

If there is anything else you need to know or want to hear in order to put your mind at rest, please do not hesitate to contact us.

Limited Liability

SpiceRoads is not liable for any bodily injury or property damage as a result of (but not limited to): physical exertion for which a guest is not prepared; forces of nature; travel by plane, train, auto, boat or other conveyance, or by bicycle, horseback, foot or other form of active or adventure travel; consumption of alcoholic beverages; civil unrest; terrorism; breakdown of equipment; high altitude; lack of or limited access to medical attention in remote locations; and the adequacy of medical attention once provided.

SpiceRoads is also not liable for: expenses (e.g., meals, transportation or hotel costs) that are not specified as included in the trip cost but may be required to get to or from a trip start or end point.

SpiceRoads reserves the right to make route and hotel modifications as necessary to improve the trip quality or to accommodate the comfort and well-being of guests. Guests grant SpiceRoads express permission to take photographs or make film records of its trips for promotional and commercial use, as well as approve such use by third parties with whom SpiceRoads may engage in joint marketing, without financial remuneration.

To view our liability release form click here. You will be asked to sign this form before you start your tour.