We shall rent bicycles early in the morning and ride around
the ancient temples of World Heritage site - Sukhothai
historic park. Founded in the 13th century, Sukhothai
(literally means “Dawn of Happiness” ) was the first truly
independent Thai Kingdom, which enjoyed a golden age under
King Ramkhamhaeng, credited with creating the Thai alphabet.
The superb temples and monuments of this great city that had
200 000 inhabitants 700 years ago have been lovingly
restored in Sukhothai Historical Park, a UNESCO World
Heritage Site and are a must-see for all travellers. A two
kilometre bicycle ride around the site in the morning will
be a good overture into a days motorcycle tour.
After the temples we
shall have a good motorcycle ride, through the forests and
over high mountains - including the "1000 bends road" to the
medieval Lanna Thai capital Chiang Mai. We shall
stop on the top of the highest pass for views. As the sun
dips behind the mountains you can visit the vibrant and
colourful Night Bazaar (we shall help parcel post any items
purchased to your base hotel - postal service is very cheap
and reliable in Thailand). Late in the evening you can enjoy
an old traditional Thai dance show. Accommodation with
breakfast in Chiang Mai.
