The Incredible Mae Hong Son Loop
Mae Hong Son | 720 KM Loop | Classic Guide
Spanning over 600 km and 4,088 curves, the Mae Hong Son Loop is Northern Thailand’s most iconic ride, famed for its winding mountain roads, epic views, and rich cultural encounters. Note: this guide is more km than the average classic loop, due to including the spectacular route through Mae Chaem, and the option of riding to Thailand’s highest mountain.
The Loop offers generally good paved roads, tight hairpins, with occasional potholes or debris.
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720
KM
4
Days
Paved
Mixed
21
Stops
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Routes for each are mixed (straight, curvy, twisty & steep). Add additional time for visiting attractions.
Day 1: Chiang Mai to Mae Sariang
240
KM
5.5
Hours
Paved
Curvy
6
Stops
+additional KM/time if visiting attractions
Day 2: Chiang Mai to Mae Hong Son
162
KM
3
Hours
Paved
Curvy
5
Stops
+additional KM/time if visiting attractions
Day 3: Mae Hong Son to Pai
108
KM
2.15
Hours
Paved
Curves
5
Stops
+additional KM/time if visiting attractions
Day 4: Pai to Chiang Mai
127
KM
3
Hours
Paved
Twisty
5
Stops
+additional KM/time if visiting attractions
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Fuel stops are based on a 7.7 Liter tank. Smaller tanks will need to add additional stops.
Day 1 – Chiang Mai to Mae Sariang
Day 1 is the longest day in the saddle, so an additional day may be added if needed (or, alternatively, bypass the Doi Inthanon-Mae Chaem section, to reduce the saddle hours). A scenic and varied ride on smooth tarmac, passing waterfalls, farmland, and Thailand’s highest peak.
240
KM
5.5
Hours
Paved
Curvy
6
Stops
+ 18 km / 26 mins ride time, if visiting Doi Inthanon Summit
Day 2 – Mae Sariang to Mae Hong Son
Day 2 is a scenic blend of rolling hills, forested curves, and peaceful mountain views. With its long stretches of road leading to Mae Hong Son, it is less intense than Day 1 route.
162*
KM
3
Hours
Paved
Curvy
5
Stops
+20 km / 34 mins – if visiting Kayan Long Neck Village.
Day 3 – Mae Hong Son to Pai
Day 3 is a scenic ride through lush mountain curves, viewpoints, and hilltribe village zones. Its long, sweeping bends make it a memorable part of the Mae Hong Son loop.
108
KM
2
Hours
Paved
Twisty
5
Stops
+additional KM / Time if visiting attractions
Day 4 – Pai to Chiang Mai
Day 4 is a steep and twisty ride of 762 curves through the lush mountains between Mae Hong Son and Chiang Mai Province. This is one of Thailand’s most thrilling riding routes.
127
KM
3
Hours
Paved
Twisty
5
Stops
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