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bike through tranquil villages and along idyllic beaches on your way to koh samui! key info challenge Duration: 10 days highlights Distance: 391km approx. • Visit the resort town of Hua Hin, home to the summer palaces of Thai royalty • Stay in tranquil Prachuap Khiri Khan, Challenge Grade: Challenging 1 overlooked by striking limestone peaks • Cycle through Thai villages and past idyllic Location: Thailand beaches • Take in incredible views of Thailand’s rugged mountains along the route • Enjoy a free day in beautiful Koh Samui the challenge Combine breathtaking scenery with challenging cycling on this unique charity challenge! Setting off from Bangkok we’ll see a range of sights on the journey to Koh Samui, from the cosmopolitan city of Hua Hin, to the tranquility of Prachuap Khiri Khan. Between rides along coastal roads bordered by sea views and rugged mountains, we’ll have the opportunity to relax on serene beaches. When our adventure reaches its end we’ll spend a free day in Koh Samui, where we’ll spend the day sightseeing or just relaxing on the beach! Join us as we leave the tourist trail and explore the real Thailand by bike. Day 1 Day 4 Day 5 Depart UK Hua Hin – Prachuap Khiri Khan Prachuap Khiri Khan – Ban Krut We depart the UK for Bangkok Airport. We head out of Hua Hin, towards We leave the hotel and ride along Sam Roi Yot (300 hundred peaks) the beachfront road for a little Day 2 National Park. This park has while before hitting the main road. Arrive in Bangkok spectacular limestone formations We are now well away from the and freshwater marshes in main tourist areas and the roads Upon arrival in Bangkok we’ll transfer between the peaks. We ride on are quiet and in good condition. to our hotel. The afternoon is free to quiet roads alongside stunning We head towards a serene beach fit your bike and acclimatise. Our beaches, with striking limestone and our nature-friendly boutique dinner tonight will be followed by a peaks as our background. We resort. When we arrive, it’s time to briefing on the challenge ahead! then head back to the coast along relax in a hammock and listen to Day 3 the main road, passing many the surf! small villages on the way. Our Bangkok – Hua Hin final section is along the beach to Distance: Approx. 73km We transfer to the start of our ride Prachuap Khiri Khan. Our hotel in Petchaburi. We have a gentle this evening has some great views, start to the trip as we head out of and as the town is well-known for Petchaburi and into rural Thailand, having some of the finest seafood cycling along roads flanked by in Thailand we’ll feast on the local paddy fields and palm trees. We specialties at dinner! then ride along the beach into Cha-am and on to the resort town Distance: Approx. 113km of Hua Hin. The town is closely tied to Thai royalty, and the King currently resides at the summer palace located nearby. After a short transfer to our accommodation for the evening, we’ll enjoy a seafood dinner on a pier in the center of town. Distance: Approx. 53km bike across thailand, from the city of bangkok to the beaches of koh samui! Day 6 Day 7 Day 9 Ban Krut - Chumphon Chumphon – Koh Samui Depart for the UK With rested legs it’s time to put in After breakfast we bike to Thung Following breakfast we will some serious kilometres. Today we Makham Pier where our cycling transfer to Koh Samui Airport for ride on quiet side roads with very comes to an end, and we catch our flight back to the UK. little traffic. Our route sticks to the the ferry to Koh Samui. Once we coast today, giving us awesome arrive we’ll transfer to our hotel Day 10 views of the sea to the left and the before enjoying a celebratory Arrive UK rugged mountains to our right. We meal this evening! pass through Thailand’s narrowest We arrive back in the UK. Distance: Approx. 40km part, as the border with Burma Please note this is a complex itinerary is less than 20km away at some and subject to change, including the points. We end the ride just north Day 8 timings and distances detailed. of Chumphon, at another secluded Koh Samui and quiet beach. A free day to enjoy Koh Samui! Distance: Approx. 112km Relax by the beach, take a trip to see the famous Big Buddha, or soothe your aching muscles with a Thai massage. your questions answered... Is this trip for me? Where will we stay? What’s not included? ABSOLUTELY! This cycle is suitable for all The accommodation for this challenge • Airport taxes and fuel surcharge – these ages with the correct training. The minimum is based on local hotels with en-suite are approximately £250 and payable 8 age for this cycle is 18 years old (those aged washing facilities. Rooms are normally weeks prior to departure 14 - 17 years must be accompanied by a allocated on a twin-share basis. • Tips and gratuities parent or legal guardian). The one thing • Alcoholic drinks and drinks during meals everyone will have in common is a great Do I need specialist kit? • Lunch and dinner on Day 8 sense of adventure and a desire to help a We will supply you with a kit list of what to • Personal travel insurance charity. Whether you are taking part as an take once you register to take part. Apart individual or as a team with friends, team from some cycling shorts, a cycling helmet What support is there on the challenge? spirit will be flying high on the challenge. and maybe some cycling gloves, you do There will be a strong support team with a not need any specialist kit. Participants professional Global Adventure Challenges How fit do I need to be? can bring their own pedals, bar-ends and Leader from the UK, as well as local English This cycle ride has been graded as any other personal cycling equipment speaking guides and cycle mechanics. Challenging (1) on our challenge grading they see fit to modify the bikes supplied, Comprehensive first aid kits will be taken. scheme, and is designed to be challenging although it is not compulsory. but achievable by anyone as long as What happens if I get tired? you have fitness trained beforehand. Do I have to carry my own luggage? There will be regular rest stops for drinks Remember you are cycling for 7 - 8 hours No. All luggage will be transported between and snacks – there is no problem if you need a day for 5 days – the fitter you are the accommodation by our support vehicles. to take more rest stops. We will ensure that more you will enjoy this challenge. Cycling You may wish to bring a small saddle bag/ no-one is left alone – remember though, training tips can be found on the Global bum bag and hydration pack while cycling, this is not a race! Adventure Challenges website to point to carry items such as camera, sunscreen, etc. you in the right direction and why not sign How do I go about raising the up for one of our training weekends - it’s a Food Matters... sponsorship? great opportunity for you to meet our team All meals will be provided from dinner on Day Once you have signed up you will receive and fellow participants! 2 through to breakfast on Day 9, excluding a fundraising pack from your chosen lunch and dinner on Day 8. We cater for most charity in order to make your fundraising Our policy is to encourage and support dietary requirements as long as we know in as easy as possible. You will also receive a as many people as possible to take part advance – just fill in the appropriate section few tips and ideas from Global Adventure in our challenges. But they may not be on your registration form. Challenges to help you on your way. suitable for all people due to restriction posed by limitation in mobility, physical What’s included? I’m interested... What do I do now? or cognitive disability, pregnancy or other • Flight from a London Airport to Bangkok You can register online at various medical conditions. If you have • Flight from Koh Samui to a London Airport www.globaladventurechallenges.com, any doubts regarding your suitability for • All accommodation and all meals, from payment of the registration fee is due at your challenge please contact our office to dinner on Day 2 to breakfast on Day 9 time of booking – all payment options and speak to one of the team. excluding lunch and dinner on Day 8 costs are explained on the dates and costs • Bottled drinking water and snacks information sheet. Once your registration What is the challenge grading scheme? for all cycling days is received Global Adventure Challenges All of our challenges are graded on a • Support vehicles for the cycling days will write to you with further information scale from 1 to 3 to indicate the level of • Local bicycle hire on what to expect from this awesome difficulty, 1 being the lowest challenge • Local English-speaking guides adventure! Your charity will also be in grade and 3 being the most challenging. (1 • Global Adventure Challenges Leader contact to discuss your fundraising. = Challenging, 2 = Tough and 3 = Extreme). from the UK • Full and comprehensive first aid kit • Local medic • Ferry to Koh Samui Register Online Today! www.globaladventurechallenges.com 01244 676 454 globaladventurechallenges GlobalAdv global_adventure_challenges.
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