The Ultimate North Thailand Loop
10 days / 9 nights exploring the very best of North Thailand's enduro riding — from Chiang Mai through Doi Inthanon, Mae Hong Son and Pai in one epic loop.
We at Enduro Madness are excited to present our Ultimate Northern Thailand Enduro Tour. A unique off-road adventure extravaganza exploring the very best of North Thailand's enduro riding.
We have meticulously selected the absolute best tracks and trails the North of Thailand has to offer. Riding the best enduro bikes available in Thailand, with the best pro tour guide riders, you are guaranteed a proper enduro tour and an overall magical experience tailor-made to your skill level.
Add to this comfortable private-room quality accommodation mostly in 3 and 4-star hotels and resorts, stunning scenery, and fantastic dinners — our bumper 10 days / 9 nights all-inclusive package including 7 full days of action-packed riding makes this tour a clear winner.
Typically each day's rides are between 140–190 km long and comprise anywhere from 70–85% dirt. Due to the scarcity of quality hotels during the start and end of the days' riding, the first 10 to 20 km tend to be twisty tarmac remote mountain roads.
The riding surfaces are very varied and offer a daily mix of clay, sand, red earth, river beds, rocks, jungle single tracks, fast-flowing 4x4 trails, and plenty of water crossings. You really could not wish for a more challenging and spectacular combination of breathtaking scenic trails.
Our highly experienced team of tour professionals will select the trails to best suit each tour group's riding ability, so this really can be a tour for all different rider skill levels.
We look forward to showing you why we offer the best professional enduro holiday tours, not only in Thailand but in all of Asia!
We at Enduro Madness are excited to present our Ultimate Northern Thailand Enduro Tour. A unique off-road adventure extravaganza exploring the very best of North Thailand's enduro riding.
We have meticulously selected the absolute best tracks and trails the North of Thailand has to offer. Riding the best enduro bikes available in Thailand, with the best pro tour guide riders, you are guaranteed a proper enduro tour and an overall magical experience tailor-made to your skill level.
Add to this comfortable private-room quality accommodation mostly in 3 and 4-star hotels and resorts, stunning scenery, and fantastic dinners — our bumper 10 days / 9 nights all-inclusive package including 7 full days of action-packed riding makes this tour a clear winner.
Typically each day's rides are between 140–190 km long and comprise anywhere from 70–85% dirt. Due to the scarcity of quality hotels during the start and end of the days' riding, the first 10 to 20 km tend to be twisty tarmac remote mountain roads.
The riding surfaces are very varied and offer a daily mix of clay, sand, red earth, river beds, rocks, jungle single tracks, fast-flowing 4x4 trails, and plenty of water crossings. You really could not wish for a more challenging and spectacular combination of breathtaking scenic trails.
Our highly experienced team of tour professionals will select the trails to best suit each tour group's riding ability, so this really can be a tour for all different rider skill levels.
We look forward to showing you why we offer the best professional enduro holiday tours, not only in Thailand but in all of Asia!
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
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YOUR ITINERARY
Day 1 — Welcome Day: Arrive in Chiang Mai
Fly into Chiang Mai International Airport. Grab a short 10-minute cab ride to our 4-star hotel in the city — taxi is right outside the exit doors, approx. 150 THB.
Relax, swim in the hotel pool, get a massage, or explore this famous Thai city. At 6:00 PM the tour officially begins with a group briefing at the hotel. Afterwards we head to dinner followed by a few beers in the best haunts Chiang Mai has to offer — the perfect start to an epic adventure!
Airport transfer to Chiang Mai hotel
6:00 PM group briefing & introductions
Welcome dinner & Chiang Mai nightlife
Chiang Mai — 4-Star Hotel
Dinner
Day 2 — Chiang Mai through Doi Inthanon to Mae Chaem
We start the day with around 35 km of tarmac getting out of the bustling Chiang Mai city. Then it's onto some flowing 4x4 tracks that are great to get you acquainted with the bike's capabilities and the weather conditions.
Continuing onto some tight twisty trails and through an awesome 6 km stretch of semi-submerged deep sandy and rocky river bed. After lunch we visit a stunning waterfall and then ride through Doi Inthanon National Park — the highest mountain range in Thailand and one of the most remote and untouched areas of the country.
The breathtaking views from the mountain top tracks on this section stretch as far as the eye can see. Take your time and enjoy the ride to its fullest — it sure is an awesome day to start a truly epic tour!
Doi Inthanon National Park — highest peak in Thailand
6 km semi-submerged sandy rocky river bed
Waterfall stop — stunning mountain scenery
Flowing 4x4 tracks & tight twisty jungle trails
Mae Chaem — 3-Star HotelBreakfastLunchDinner
Day 3 — Mae Chaem to Mae Sariang
A day snaking our way along mountain ridgelines and river valleys through gorgeous remote countryside. A mix of clay, sand, rocks and water crossings all along a remote track that follows the Burmese border.
Breathtaking scenery at every turn as you start to realise you are in a true enduro paradise. The variety of terrain keeps every kilometre engaging — this is what the tour is all about.
Mountain ridgeline riding with border views
Clay, sand, rock & water crossing mix
Remote Burmese border trail
River valley riding through rural villages
Mae Sariang — 3-Star HotelBreakfastLunchDinner
Day 4 — Mae Sariang to Khun Yuam
More mesmerising scenery combined with challenging trails as we thread our way through the majestic Salaween National Park — still home to wild Asiatic elephants and tigers.
The super tight steep goat trails following the Salaween River lead to a bombardment of endless river crossings, through fast-paced 4x4 trails as we continue to follow the Burmese border northward, passing through quiet hill tribe villages towards the quaint and remote town of Khun Yuam.
Salaween National Park — wild elephants & tigers
Endless river crossings along the Salaween River
Super tight steep goat trails
Hill tribe village passages
Khun Yuam — 3-Star HotelBreakfastLunchDinner
Day 5 — Khun Yuam to Mae Hong Son
Heading north to the famous small town of Mae Hong Son. Lots of river crossings, jungle trails and 4x4 countryside trails make for another superb riding day.
A nice warm shower and dinner usually follow, then it's time to enjoy a few beers at one of the town-centre lakeside bars and reminisce over the amazing few days of riding. You'll know there is still so much more awesomeness to come!
Mae Hong Son — famous mountain border town
River crossings & jungle trail mix
Lakeside town centre evening
Relaxed dinner & evening by the lake
Mae Hong Son — 3-Star Hotel with PoolBreakfastLunchDinner
Day 6 — Mae Hong Son to Pai
Continuing north towards the vibrant hippy town of Pai. We follow a relaxing winding mountain tarmac road for 25 km before hitting wide-open red clay roads and gravel tracks.
After lunch we head through some technical jungle single-track trails and then back onto windy tarmac roads into Pai town centre. We head for dinner at a restaurant that serves up some decent steaks and some of the best spare ribs you may have ever tasted. Then an evening of live music and vibrant bars.
Red clay roads & wide-open gravel tracks
Technical jungle single tracks into Pai
Epic mountain tarmac descent
Pai — legendary dinner, live music & bars
Pai — 3-Star Hotel / ResortBreakfastLunchDinner
Day 7 — Rest & Recovery Day in Pai
Do your own thing. Have a long 2-hour massage or sauna, visit the famous Pai Hot Springs, explore the Pai Canyon, take a stroll to see the Big Buddha, or simply do nothing — you've earned it.
We sincerely promise you that at this stage of the tour, even the very best riders are totally grateful for a rest day to rejuvenate mind, body and soul and recreate the energy and excitement to push on fully for the next 2 huge ride days.
Our staff will give your riding gear a clean and service the bikes. In the evening, head to a restaurant of your choice — hundreds of excellent options at every budget. The hippy party atmosphere along Pai Walking Street is fantastic, with street food vendors and market stalls galore. Everyone who comes here absolutely adores this unique town.
Note: This is the only day on tour where lunch and dinner are not included — which also gives our staff a chance to rest and recharge.
Pai Hot Springs & Canyon hike
Big Buddha & temple exploration
Pai Walking Street — street food & market stalls
Gear clean & bike service day
Pai — 3-Star Hotel / ResortBreakfast
Day 8 — Pai through Wiang Haeng to Chiang Dao
Riding through red clay dirt roads, tight single-track jungle trails with many tall ancient trees, pine forests and remote hill tribe villages. Another insane, exhilarating and testing day of Enduro Madness heaven awaits.
This is a tough day folks — so tonight you will have definitely earned your beers! The terrain is some of the most spectacular and challenging of the entire tour.
Red clay dirt roads through pine forests
Tight single-track jungle trails
Remote hill tribe villages
Wiang Haeng Valley — stunning views
Chiang Dao — 3-Star HotelBreakfastLunchDinner
Day 9 — Chiang Dao to Chiang Mai
A mammoth day of spectacular riding to finish the tour off in style. We don't cut any corners — a truly sensational ride home awaits.
Arriving around 4:30 PM back at our Chiang Mai hotel you will be exhausted yet buzzing from the accomplishment of successfully completing this epic loop of North Thailand. We put on a big celebration meal and head into downtown Chiang Mai city centre to celebrate the tour's end with more than a few well-deserved beers!
Final ride day — no corners cut, full send
Spectacular return route to Chiang Mai
Big celebration dinner in Chiang Mai
Night out in Chiang Mai old city
Chiang Mai — 4-Star HotelBreakfastLunchDinner
Day 10 — Departure Day
Head to Chiang Mai Airport to venture onwards to your next destination. Or perhaps extend your stay and chill for a few more days in beautiful Chiang Mai city — explore the Night Bazaar, Old City temples, street food markets, and some of the best Thai massage in the country.
To enquire about available tour dates please get in touch now.
Airport transfer to Chiang Mai Airport
Option to extend stay in Chiang Mai
BreakfastWHAT'S INCLUDED
- Return airport transfers Chiang Mai
- 9 nights private-room accommodation (mostly 3–4 star hotels with pools)
- 7 full days of guided trail riding
- Support truck with luggage, spare bikes & parts
- 9 quality breakfasts (incl. imported Western items), 8 light lunches & 8 monster shared dinners with soft drinks
- Fully modified Honda 300cc dirt bikes + all fuel
- 2 pro tour guides, 2 support riders & 1 support 4x4 driver
- Full riding gear: Enduro Madness MX shirt & pants, Sidi/Gaerne boots, body armour, helmet, gloves, goggles & hydration pack
- Enduro Madness T-shirt & riders shirt souvenir
- Google Drive link with all guide photos and GoPro video footage
NOT INCLUDED
- Flights to and from Chiang Mai (Bangkok–Chiang Mai round trip avg under 100 USD)
- Alcohol
- Snacks from service stations
- Dinner on Day 7 rest day in Pai
- Tips and gratuities
- Your own personal travel insurance (strongly recommended)
- Taxi from Chiang Mai Airport to hotel (only 150 THB / approx 5 USD, 10 min journey)
- Bike damage from broken components (fair assessment — scratched plastics not charged)
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
High Season Pricing
For tours starting between 1 November and the end of February, our Ultimate North Thailand 10-day / 9-night tour is priced at ฿79,900 per rider.
This period is Thailand’s cooler, drier peak travel season, when hotel rates are higher and accommodation demand is much stronger, especially in popular northern destinations such as Chiang Mai, Pai and Mae Hong Son.
Normal Season Price: ฿74,900 per rider
High Season Price: ฿79,900 per rider
Skill Level & Route Planning
This tour is suitable for a broad range of riders, from capable novice enduro riders to advanced and expert riders. Riders may be split into 2 groups depending on numbers, and trail conditions. All riders will be together in the evenings for dinners and socialising.
Please select your skill level honestly using the Enduro Madness rating chart. This helps us plan the safest, smoothest and most enjoyable riding experience for everyone.
Seasonal Note
North Thailand’s wet season is usually July to September. For competent riders, this can be a fantastic time to ride, with lush green mountains, flowing streams, waterfalls and very little dust.
However, trails can be more slippery and technical during this period, so July to September is better suited to experienced Enduro riders. Novice riders are better off choosing dates between November and May.
April is the hottest month of the year, but it is also Songkran, Thailand’s famous multi-day New Year water festival, which creates a fun and unique atmosphere across the country.
Tour Dates
Join-in tours start with Welcome day on the 2nd of every month and departure day on the 11th. Maximum 12 riders per join-in tour.
Private Tours
Private tours are available for groups of 10 to 20 riders, with custom dates available. Smaller private groups may be possible on request, subject to pricing, dates and logistics.
Contact us to discuss availability, the best dates for your group, and details of our group organiser reward.
Riding Gear
We can supply all riding gear required for the tour, including helmet, boots, body armour, jersey, pants, gloves, goggles and hydration pack.
However, we strongly recommend bringing your own riding gear, especially boots and helmet. Poorly fitting boots or helmets can seriously affect your comfort, safety and enjoyment on a multi-day tour.
Your own gear will usually fit better, and we cannot carry multiple sizes of every item for every rider on remote multi-day tours.
Airport Transfer Note
Taxi from the front of Chiang Mai Airport to the hotel is only 150 Baht (approx 5 USD) and a 10-minute journey. Easy to grab right outside the airport exit doors — same for returning from hotel to airport.
AVAILABLE DATES
19th to 28th every month
Prices based on a minimum of 6 riders per tour. Solo and small group bookings welcome — we are happy to be flexible with dates to match you with other riders of a similar skill level.
GROUP DISCOUNTS
Bring your crew and save — the bigger the group, the bigger the saving.
Group organiser discount: the person who books for a group of 8 or more riders receives a discount on their own tour fee. Contact us for private group tour pricing.
TOUR ADD-ONS
Optional upgrades and insurance cover you can add to your tour booking.
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