Appreciating Ancient Ways of Life

With Thailand’s Royal Ploughing Ceremony on Wednesday, it’s a time to think about slowing down, looking around and revisiting the nation’s rural roots.

The annual ceremony marks the beginning of the rice growing season in Thailand, and Pickaboo offers the perfect way to reconnect with the land with a special bicycling trip that takes you through one of the most famous floating markets in the country.

Shoppers paradise

In this package put together by the SpiceRoads travel company, you’ll first head to the Damnoen Nam Sauak floating market. Browse the amazing examples of Thai crafts, food and souvenirs at the market that Lonely Planet calls the most famous in the country.

Then, you’ll take a longtail boat through the Mae Klong Delta region. You’ll get glimpses of a Thailand gone by as you navigate past riverside homes and fishing villages, where children frolic and adults ply their trades.

Appreciating Ancient Ways of Life

Appreciating Ancient Ways of Life

Soul cycles

Following your river journey, it’s time to hop on your bike and pedal a 32-km route that winds its way around temples and coconut plantations. You will visit the temples of Wat Bang Kae Noi, famous for its teakwood carving and Wat Bang Kung, which is supported by a huge banyan tree. You’ll take a break at a riverside restaurant, where a refreshing Thai lunch awaits you.

Then, it’s back in the saddle to explore some more pretty trails in the region. Your trip will end at a local market, and then you will head back to Bangkok.

This trip is suitable for all levels of riders and is an excellent trip for families.

This trip is ฿2,950 for adults and ฿2,360.00 for children ages 5 to 11.

To learn more about this package and book, contact Pickaboo at info@pickabooclub.com.