The Lost Capital & Riverside Cycle
A half-day ride that starts 700 years back. Wiang Kum Kam was the first capital of the Lanna Kingdom, founded by King Mengrai in 1286 and later swallowed by the Ping River — today its temples and ruins sit half-sunk in the fields, and the best way through them is on a bicycle. From the ruins the route follows the Ping River at an easy pace, past the ordinary riverside life that still defines this region. There is a stop at a local temple where the guide explains its history and the basics of Buddhism, then a stretch through rice fields and fruit orchards — the agricultural heart of Northern Thailand, and the best photography on the route. The ride finishes with a break at a local market for a snack or fresh seasonal fruit. Duration: approx. 4 hours over a flat 20 km. Activity level: easy to moderate — suitable for anyone with basic riding skills.
Itinerary
Hotel pickup
Meet at the hotel and transfer with the bikes out to Wiang Kum Kam.
08:30Wiang Kum Kam
Cycle through the ruins of the Lanna Kingdom's first capital, founded by King Mengrai in 1286 — centuries-old temples and half-submerged remains.
09:00Ping River route
Ride the riverside path at a relaxed pace through the everyday life of the region.
10:00Local temple stop
Stop at a local temple where the guide shares its history and the core ideas of Buddhism.
10:45Rice fields and fruit orchards
Ride through farmland and orchards — the best photography on the route.
11:15Market break
A local snack or fresh seasonal fruit at a local market.
11:45Return to the hotel
Ride back. Total route 20 km over approx. 4 hours.
12:30Pricing
| Group Size | Price / Person |
|---|---|
| 1 – 1 pax | ฿4,800 |
| 2 – 2 pax | ฿2,400 |
| 3 – 5 pax | ฿1,800 |
| 6 – 14 pax | ฿1,150 |
| 15 – 29 pax | ฿1,000 |
| 30 – 99 pax | ฿850 |
Important Notes
INCLUDED: English-speaking cycling guide · Bicycle transportation · High-quality mountain bike and safety helmet · Drinking water · Local snack or fresh fruit at the market · Accident insurance WHO IT'S FOR: History buffs, culture explorers and active travellers who want a relaxed half-day that combines light exercise with real historical discovery. NOTE: Itinerary may change depending on weather and local conditions. Departure 08:30 or 12:30. Minimum 2 persons; a single traveller is charged as 2 persons. RATE VALID: August 2026 – October 2027