Gay Thailand Travel

Trip Style:Active (what does this mean?)

Trip Valid:01/01/2010 to 31/12/2010

Price: CAD $1699.00 USD $1499.00

  $250 deposit required, remaining balance collected 60 days prior to departure.

Duration:13 days

Highlights:Ride through Bangkok's backstreets, Embark on a cycling adventure from Chiang Mai, Visit remote hilltribes on a jungle trek, Sleep in bamboo huts, Kayak on the River Kwai, Try a traditional mud bath, Spend a night aboard a jungle raft
 

 

Trip Code:TDF

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Fancy some outdoor activity in a tropical paradise? Now's your chance as we launch into remote highlands from one of Asia's most vibrant cities. Traverse steamy rainforests on foot to visit colourful hilltribes, cruise down the River Kwai on kayaks and explore the lesser-known side of Chiang Mai while observing life from a bicycle. The diversity of exciting outdoor options makes Thailand a haven for adventurers.

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Duration 13 days
 

Tour Code TDF
 

Physical Rating Be prepared for some serious physical activity. This may be treks of up to 6 hours per day in steep terrain, or extended bike rides of more than one day. The fitter you are, the more you will enjoy your holiday.
 

Culture Shock Rating Expect to rough it every now and again, whether it's very simple group-share accommodation at a homestay, a packed public bus where you are forced to stand, the odd cold shower or an encounter with a squat toilet.
 

Gay Rating 3 (rating definition)

This trip travels to a somewhat conservative area. We encourage you to experience the destination and culture with the following in mind:


Accommodation - We do not foresee any areas of concern on this trip.

Public Display of affection - These are not common in this area however in some cases holding hands is acceptable.

Gay Activities - This trip may have limited gay hosted events, meals or day tours due to the cultural sensitivity of this region. We will do our best to provide a safe, comfortable environment for you and your fellow travellers to experience this culture.

Please read the important notes & local dress section of the Trip Notes for more detailed information

Meals Included 5 Breakfasts, 5 Lunches, 3 Dinners

Please note that breakfasts are often simple (eggs, bread, jam and coffee/tea would be most common).



Compulsory Christmas and New Years' Eve Dinners may apply.

NOTE: Please allow US$8 for the purchase of water while on the trek

 

Accommodation Hotels/guesthouses (7 nts), camping (1 nt), hilltribe villages (2 nts), overnight trains (2 nts)
 

Transportation Overnight train, minivan, kayak, local bus, songthaew, cycle rickshaw, bicycle, walking
 

Trip Style Out Active
 

Group Size Maximum of 12 travellers per group
 

Departure Departure is guaranteed, subject to 4 people travelling
 

Budget Allow USD $250 for meals not included.
 

Validity 01/01/2010 to 31/12/2010
 

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Days 1-2 BangkokJump onto your bike and cycle through the quiet backstreets of this steamy metropolis. Riding around Bangkok is a fun and unique way to gain an insight into city life. There's plenty of free time to tour the Grand Palace, enjoy a Thai massage or visit a fortune teller at Wat Pho.
 

Days 3-5 Hilltribe TrekGet back to nature in the lush, green forests of northern Thailand on a three-day trek through hilltribe villages. Wander beneath enormous trees, ramble through emerald rice paddies and dive under pale blue waterfalls. Why not pamper yourself with a traditional massage or perhaps have a go at adventure bamboo rafting. Staying in Karen villages provides a great opportunity to gain an insight into hilltribe customs and to meet locals.
 

Days 6-9 Chiang MaiPedal through some of Chiang Mai's most interesting, though seldom-visited, neighbourhoods, passing beautiful houses en route to the jade-green countryside. At the end of a day's cycling, there's nothing quite like a soak in a traditional mud bath. Chiang Mai offers a range of mountain bike options and for those who still can't get enough adventure, there's rock climbing in the Mae On district. Browse handicrafts at the famous Night Bazaar or sample a delicious green curry.
 

Days 10-12 Kanchanaburi/River KwaiStop to pay tribute to lives lost on the Death Railway before pounding the pavements, or jumping into a saamlaw, to explore tranquil Kanchanaburi. After getting a history lesson at the Hellfire Pass Memorial, it's off to kayak along the River Kwai before spending the night under the stars aboard a jungle raft. Why not soothe those weary muscles with a final massage, then celebrate the end of the adventure with a group dinner.
 

Day 13 BangkokThe journey comes full circle on the busy streets of Bangkok.
 

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