Northern Thailand Grand Master Loop
The ultimate circuit of Northern Thailand
mountain roads
sights
scenery
One grand circuit of northern Thailand: from the Mae Hong Son Loop and Golden Triangle to Nan and Sukhothai. Combine mountain roads, culture and diverse landscapes in a single journey.
One circuit, many highlights
Western mountain roads
Doi Inthanon, the Mae Hong Son Loop and winding roads along the Myanmar border.
Golden Triangle & culture
From the Mekong and Chiang Rai to the historic temples of Sukhothai.
Road 1148 & Nan
Mountain passes, quiet roads and expansive views in eastern northern Thailand.
Time to recharge
A rest day in Chiang Rai gives you time to recharge and explore at your own pace.
Your Grand Master Loop
Start and finish in Chiang Mai, exploring the western mountains, the Golden Triangle, Nan and Sukhothai along the way.
Chiang Mai → Khun Yuam → Pai → Fang → Mae Sai → Chiang Rai → Pua → Nan → Na Noi → Sukhothai → Mae Sot → Mae Sariang → Chiang Mai
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Grand Master Loop 2028:
Your journey, day by day
Explore Northern Thailand in one grand circuit: from Chiang Mai through the western mountains to the Golden Triangle, then onwards to Pua, Nan and Sukhothai. A rest day in Chiang Rai gives you time to recharge along the way.
Your Journey, Day by Day
Open each day to explore the route
Day 1: Arrival in Chiang Mai Chiang Mai · Arrival
We transfer you to the hotel in Chiang Mai, where you meet your fellow riders.
Day 2: Through the Mountains of Doi Inthanon Chiang Mai → Khun Yuam
Our first riding day takes us through the mountains of Doi Inthanon on the way to Khun Yuam.
Day 3: Winding Roads, Caves and Pai Khun Yuam → Mae Hong Son → Pai
Enjoy winding roads, caves and encounters along the way as we continue towards Pai.
Day 4: Mountain Roads to Fang Pai → Chiang Dao → Doi Ang Khang → Fang
We ride via Chiang Dao and Doi Ang Khang before continuing to Fang.
Day 5: Tea Plantations and Doi Mae Salong Fang → Doi Mae Salong → Mae Sai
Today brings tea plantations and Doi Mae Salong as we make our way onwards to Mae Sai.
Day 6: The Golden Triangle and the Mekong Mae Sai → Chiang Rai
We explore the Golden Triangle and take a trip on the Mekong before continuing to Chiang Rai.
Day 7: A Rest Day in Chiang Rai Chiang Rai · Rest day
Enjoy a day at your own pace in Chiang Rai. Take time to explore independently or simply relax.
Day 8: The White Temple and Road 1148 Chiang Rai → Pua
The White Temple and the winding roads of Road 1148 are the highlights of today's ride to Pua.
Day 9: Bo Kluea and the Eastern Mountain Roads Pua → Bo Kluea → Nan
We travel via Bo Kluea and the mountain roads of eastern Northern Thailand to Nan.
Day 10: Mountain Scenery and Si Nan National Park Nan → Na Noi
Today's ride takes us through mountain landscapes and the area around Si Nan National Park on our way to Na Noi.
Day 11: A Ferry Crossing on Sirikit Reservoir Na Noi → Sukhothai
A ferry crossing on Sirikit Reservoir forms part of today's journey to Sukhothai.
Day 12: Temples and the Ride to Mae Sot Sukhothai → Mae Sot
We visit the temples of Sukhothai before riding towards Myanmar and our destination, Mae Sot.
Day 13: A Border Market and the Nam Yuam Mae Sot → Mae Sariang
A border market and the scenery along the Nam Yuam feature on today's ride to Mae Sariang.
Day 14: The Final Ride Back to Chiang Mai Mae Sariang → Chiang Mai
We return to Chiang Mai and get together to round off our motorcycle adventure.
Day 15: Farewell to the Adventure Chiang Mai · Departure
We transfer you to the airport for your departure.
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