But it wasnt just his significant increase in goals that endeared him to the tottenham faithful. The mae hong son loop is a famous motorbike route through the north of thailand. The mae hong son loop is lauded as one of the worlds best motorbiking. Were keen to do the mae hong son loop, but have a couple of problems with renting a motorbike. After asking advice on a forum about the loop, i received some negative comments about not being an experienced driver, not having a license and not being insured. Also, you may choose to take either clockwise routea or anticlockwise route routeb to complete mae hong son loop.
If you have limited time for mae hong son province, we recommend just visiting pai and then returning to chiang mai rather than trying to see the whole province in 1 or 2 days. The names of the months of year in english and spanish are similar because they come from the age of the roman empire. Its especially wellknown amongst motorcycle tourers as it features over 4000 bends, taking you up and over mountains, through forests and across bridges for its entire 660km length. This northwesternmost province bordering burma is like another world, hemmed in on all sides by high mountain ranges. Son heungmin improved beyond anyones expectations last season. Mae hong son loop advice needed thailand travel forum. The peak isbn9781741798500 9 781741 798500 5 2199 these symbols help you to quickly identify listings in the text and on the maps. Mae hong son loop the mae hong son loop is a classic road trip running from the historical and cultural heart of northern thailand, chiang mai, through the province of mae hong son, and back again. The mae hong son loop is a popular road through mae hong son province.
Sven aberg vt 2014 division of mathematical physics department of physics. And, if you want to go old school, theres a great map which can be purchased for about 150 baht in book shops in chiang mai called rather aptly the mae hong son loop map. Thailand 1864 corners mae hong son loop rider chris. This is a subreddit where people can ask for advice about visiting thailand, border crossings, hotels, what to see, what to do.
This is why i am posting my jbr, my experience of the mae hong son loop done solo. Mae hong son loop all you need to know before you go. You can avoid walking around like an egyptian mummy in pai and instead sit back and take it all in. Mae hong son loop 2020 all you need to know before you. Thailands mae hong son loop by motorbike lonely planet. From a week exploring the lovable city of chiang mai.
Mae sariang is my favourite town on the mae hong son loop as it has a really laidback vibe, and sits right on a beautiful river. The loop edges the border of myanmar and laos in an area once renowned for its opium poppy fields. The route runs from chiang mai to mae hong son via pai if you take the northern route, and via. A chilly, misty morning in mae hong son in december. Mae hong son can be reached by car or bus from chiang mai by the mae hong son loop. The mae hong son loop is one of northern thailands most famous multiday excursions. The mae hong son loop is a circular route going through the main tourist points of interest in. Beginning and ending in chiang mai, this wild ride takes in some of the most stunning scenery in the entire country. How to travel the mae hong son loop without riding a. Plan your visit to the mae hong son loop, thailand. If you want to rent semiautomatic or manual motorcycles, the prices. The feature selection method based on genetic algorithm for.
The famous mae hong son loop is a fantastic motorbike adventure. The 600km circuit snakes through a most spectacular undulating tropical landscape as it traverses the watershed of the ping river into. As its name would suggest, the mae hong son loop is a loop, i. The town is also serviced by the mae hong son airport. Shop for vinyl, cds and more from sonz of a loop da loop era at the discogs marketplace. When we were in mae hong son in january there were both hotels and hostels with space, i dont know about anywhere else but the only really busy place was pai as many people just visit pai and then back to chiang mai, so it may be more difficult getting accommodation there. The mae hong son tour motorcycle tours thailand guided. Research statement lau hoong chuin school of information systems, singapore management university tel. The scenery is insanely beautiful, especially khun yuan to mae chaem. It varies, we booked in advance but we met people who were finding accommodation as they went.
This was the first time i had ever driven on the left side and it really took some getting used to on my part. The mae hong son loop is a popular route through northern thailand, particularly with motorcyclists and bicyclists. With very little motorbike experience, i decided to embark on one of thailands most famous routes. Arranging buses for mae hong son loop thailand lonely. Can i buy a bus ticket in advance for route from chiang mai with first stop at pai. You should definitely take a rest day here and wander around, its such a peaceful part of the world.
Mae hong son loop the mae hong son loop is a popular route through northern thailand, particularly with motorcyclists and bicyclists. The mae hong son loop thailand travel guide rough guides. Mae hong son loop scooter trip motogirl in thailand. Mae hong son, a northern region province of thailand, which borders to burma or myanmar. The second day was a long one spent mostly on the bikes. The mae hon son loop is a comprehensive way to discover one of thailands most authentic provinces. Mar 22, 2016 heres everything you need to know about motorbiking the mae hong son loop. A daily blog documenting the adventures of reagan purdy as he travels through southeast asia. Mae hong son loop map mae hong son province, thailand. Mae hong son loop motorbike road trip 2020 complete guide. Point of interest by cat motors on the mae hong son loop chiang mai erotic garden n 18. We have been riding the scenic routes in thailand and all over southeast asia for over 15 years, and have been providing guided tours since 2009.
Explore releases from sonz of a loop da loop era at discogs. Legendary, awesome, phenomenal these adjectives and more are frequently used to try and describe the experience of riding the mae hong son loop. Done the right way takes you from chiang mai through the towns of pai, mae hong son and mae sariang. It boasts a spa that oozes mud at between 60 140 degrees celsius, making it free of chemical smells and supposedly full of skin rejuvenating minerals.
The main points of interest are saved to the following map of chiang mai, chiang rai, and mae hong son loop attractions. Most people take the northern anticlockwise route via pai. The mae hong son loop, thailand guide fodors travel. Thankfully there are quite a few rest areas and viewpoints along the way, making it easy to take multiple rests, stretch, and snap some photos of this beautiful part of thailand.
Adventure travelers are in for a treat in northern thailand with the multiday excursion along the 1,864 curves of the mae hong son loop. The famous mae hong son loop in northern thailand is an epic motorcycle adventure that takes you through beautiful mountains, farmland. In canada we drive on the right side, and while i lived in korea it was the same way too. One thousand, eight hundred and sixty four curves between chiang mai and mae hong son and double that in total on a route 600km long thats a lot of bendswinging. Jan 03, 2015 i decided to do the mae hong son loop clockwise doesnt matter if you want to go the other way with nightly stops in mae sariang, mae hong son, pai spent 2 nights and then back to chiang mai. To be a real loop one should start and end in chiang mai. The time it takes to complete the 600km journey depends on the route taken and how slowly you drive, but 4 days as a basic minimum, taking in a number of the vast array. From my research, it seems an ordinary, nonaircon bus may be a cheap, safer way to travel the mae hong son loop. Mae hong son loop 2020 all you need to know before you go.
The shorter mae hong son loop via khun yuam and mae chaem is 550km. Northwest thailand is home to one of the most spectacular sealed road loops in the world. I have booked just one night each in hotels in pai, mae hong son, and mae sariang for late december. Travel through the most forested province in thailand. Useful tips for travel from mae hong son to chiang mai. As its name suggests, this route is a loop, and can therefore be done from any. I have just finished the mae hong son loop and i can say it was amazing. Mae hong son loop the most complete travel guide 2020. Three of us drove from chiang mai through mae sariang to mae hong son in a day. We started in chiang mai, then went to pai, mae hong son, khun yuam, mae chaem and finally back to chiang mai.
Mae hong son is the capital city of the province by the same name, and its a good place to stay for a night or two to take a break from the road. This trip can be a bit tricky as the road from chiang mai to pai alone has 762 turns. Jbr mae hong son loop solo thailand lonely planet forum. With 7 hours to kill in the kuwait airport, now is as good a time as any to finally blog about the mountains, wats and food of thailands northwest warning. The mae hong son loop can be completed either clockwise or anticlockwise. Mae hong son to chiang mai by flight, taxi from thb 6,380. Chiang mai pai mae hong son khun yuam ob luang chiang mai a trip on my yamaha fino 115cc, which sadly had a bad ending serious motorcycle accident. This bridge you will cross it anyway if you come by road with its 762 bends that connect chiang mai to pai. Taxi is always an attractive option as you can book a cab to take you from mae hong son to chiang mai any time of the day.
The mae hong son loop is a circular route going through the main tourist points of interest in and around the mae hong son. For me, mae hong son ticks all the necessary boxes for a road trip, as it is challenging and scenic tick, with plenty of viewpoints and photoops tick, and theres just a lot of intriguing cultures and foods along the way tick. How many trips per day are there from mae hong son to chiang mai. Its a loop that starts and finishes in chiang mai, taking in splendid mountain and river scenery along with interesting towns to explore and, of course, great food. Mae hong son area map detailed map of mae hong son by. Mae hong son loop a journey through thailands undiscovered. Youll drive past beautiful rice fields, through forests, over hills and. Read about itineraries, activities, places to stay and travel essentials and get inspiration from the blog in the best guide to the mae hong son loop. Dec 04, 2014 adventure travelers are in for a treat in northern thailand with the multiday excursion along the 1,864 curves of the mae hong son loop. Yes, this northern thailand 1864 corners mae hong son loop was a company trip and it was fully paid by jon who is our managing director. The anatomy of the chua circuit bachelor thesis equivalent to 15 ects jakob lavrod supervisor. You can either do it in a counterclockwise direction taking route 107 north heading to pai.
Upon asking the landlady its name, i was told that in fact, it was not a cat. The mae hong son loop totals about 660km, with,000 metres of climbing and 4,000 bends. If you take it easy and ride a small 125cc bike expect to average around 3040kph due to all the twisty turns and hills. Detailed map of mae hong son with locations of hotels, river, routes and other tourist attractions. From multiple points of view, lowry concocted the contemporary youthful grownup tragic novel before collins and different creators. All highlights mae hong son loop tour visit 4 national parks, calcite cave, maehongson city, rafting to lod cave, pai and important temples in mae hong son. The mae hong son loop is a circular route going through the main tourist points of interest in and around the mae hong son province. The biggest challenge for me while driving the mae hong son loop was driving on the other side of the road. Visited waterfalls and got a longtailed boat to the border. It is also home to the only commercial diesel power station in thailand. Me and my girlfriend are spending some time in north thailand later this year. With breathtaking scenery, challenging riding, and plenty of offbike experiences to enjoy as well, the stage is set for a uniquely rewarding holiday one you and your legs will remember for a long time to come. What it is, when to go, where to stop, and a full weeklong itinerary with all of our best tips and tricks.
Chiang mai and the mae hong son loop march 15, 2019 by legal nomads thailand, travel destinations. Nov 05, 2019 the mae hong son loop is best undertaken on a semiautomatic scooter or larger motorcycle rented from chiang mai. Also one of the most authentic, its rural beauty and cultural tapestry with influences from the shan minority and ethnic hill tribes lend mae hong son its charm. Objectives university of nairobi personal websites.
Away from the hustlebustle of the touristy parts of thailand, in the most mountainous region of the country is the mae hong son loop. Starting in chiang mai, the cultural and historical capital of northern thailand, a high route crosses to the small town of pai, a very popular starting point for trekking into the hills to see. He scored 14 premier league goals, 10 better than his 201516 output. I just completed the mae hong son loop, a bad ass 600 km, 4 or 5 day road trip depending how fast you want to go in the mountainous province of mae hong son in northwest thailand the route is popular with motorcycle enthusiasts like myself for its beautiful mountain and bucolic scenery, very wellmaintained roads, technical passes and of course, nice places to rest for the. Not a lot of hotel options here, so prepare yourself with. The feature selection method based on genetic algorithm for efficient of text clustering and text classification sungsam hong 1, wanhee lee 2, and myungmook han 1 1department of computer engineering, gachon university email.
To get from mae hong son to chiang mai prepare to shell out about thb 6,380 for your ticket. Mae sariang is a lovely town, and even though we only spent one night there during our mae hong son loop, if you had some extra days you could easily fill them up with great things to do in the surrounding countryside. Includes route information and suggestions on places to stay and for how long. The road is notoriously difficult for inexperienced riders, with the stretch between chiang mai and pai alone boasting 762 hilly curves. Theres no better way to take in its mountainous, mist covered passes and steamy jungles than tackling the 600km mae hong son loop by motorbike. So my starting point was chiang dao and i turned off route 107 at mae taeng, at about the same. Visit national parks, caves, hill tribe villages, stunning buddhist temples, and then party it up.
Bed icons indicate a guesthouse, hostel or hotel, the knife and fork is an eatery or bar and the fourway circular thingy marks sights, attractions and other points of interest. There is a name i love to hear, i love to sing its worth. Oh, how i love jesus, oh, how i love jesus, oh, how i love jesus, because he first loved me. Research statement singapore management university. This map covers asias legendary motorcycle loop the mae hong son loop and the road of 1,864 bends.
Found in northwest thailand, its one of the most spectacular sealed road loops in the world. Mar 20, 2019 poo klon country club is a few kilometers north of the northern thai city of mae hong son, very close to the myanmar border. Each labeled with their botanical and common thai names. You can read about that here, but for the purpose of this trip report i will leave the details of the accident out. Remote mae hong son is reached along a mountainous stretch of road known to travelers as the loop. Due to the popularity of the loop, there are quite a few options for accommodation and dining in town these days. The mae hong son loop is one of the most popular, but definitely not the only, motorbike loop you can take from chiang mai. It sounds like music in mine ear, the sweetest name on earth. Ride the 1,864 curves of the famous mhs loop in northern thailand in this exciting travel video. Big bike tours is based in chiang mai, thailand where all our motorbike excursions begin. Use the above map to find specific destinations in and around mae hong son which are listed on travelfish. Heres everything you need to know about motorbiking the mae hong son loop. Instead, we visited a small village near the border with burma i dont remember the name. An itinerary for the mae hong son loop in northern thailand.
The beginners guide to motorbiking the mae hong son loop. The gt rider guide map to thailands rugged northwest frontier on the burma border. Tucked into thailands northwest corner, mae hong son province is one of the nations last frontiers for offthebeatentrack exploration. Mae hong son everything you need to know about mae hong son. All you need to know to complete the mae hong son loop in. Wed both be able to fit on one bike but not with our backpacks too i.
Mae hong son loop route go to the top above map is a standard route for mae hong loop but you may modify the same as per your own schedule and interest. Next up on the loop is the city after which it was named. Hi there, my friends and i are going to chiang mai for 4days and 4 nights flying out to bkk on apr11. Names of the months in spanish are masculine and not normally capitalized. Heres how to travel the mae hong son loop without riding a scooter. A guide to the famous mae hong son loop thailand travel bag. This demanding loop in the nw corner of thailand, up towards the burmese border, is the nicest stretch i have ever cycled. Home to the famous backpacker town pai, mae hong son sees a steady flow of visitors who come to experience a slice of its peaceful rural lifestyle.