Lost In Yunnan Province

[G450X]

Ang Mo Kia .... hahahah ... next trip to where? I want to follow

 

Here I go again Kaypoh only reading the thread.....how ar? How not to read this wonderful trip....

 

Next trip you organism....I mean organise I will be with you...pretty please let me know ya?

 

By the way going to KSM on 21st to 28th Jan 2012.:cool:

[yem_paul]

Here I go again Kaypoh only reading the thread.....how ar? How not to read this wonderful trip....

 

Next trip you organism....I mean organise I will be with you...pretty please let me know ya?

 

By the way going to KSM on 21st to 28th Jan 2012.:cool:

 

This year no trip la boss ... short short trip only ...

[yem_paul]

Day 20

 

Phu Soi Dao National Park - Loei

 

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Very quiet along route 1268

 

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Found a small town of Na Haeo for breakfast and petrol stop.

 

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I enjoyed Loei. I find that it is unspoiled and that's what makes it beautiful. The back roads brought us to refreshing rural life.

 

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Tha Li border crossing into Laos.

Edited October 19, 2012 by yem_paul

[yem_paul]

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Read that this border crosing is only accessible for locals.

 

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Checked in RoyalInn Hotel for 300 baht.

 

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Edited October 19, 2012 by yem_paul

[yem_paul]

Day 21

 

Loei - Chiang Khan - Khon Kaen

 

We left for Chiang Khan to check out another border crossing.

 

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Chiang Khan border crossing, also for locals only.

 

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Back to Route 12, the big boring highway. But actually it's not that bad.

 

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Khon Kaen is one of a big city in Issan. Not a big fan of big cities.

Edited October 19, 2012 by yem_paul

[yem_paul]

Day 22

 

Khon Kaen - Bangkok

 

Took Route 2 all the way to Bangkok. Checked in Asia Hotel, Ratchatewi area.

 

 

Day 23 - 24

 

Bangkok

 

Nothing to show. Everybody knows Bangkok. Massages. MBK. Wanted to check out Krong Thom but was closed for New Year. Big fireworks for New Year countdown. Left the camera in the hotel.

 

 

Day 25

 

Bangkok - Hatyai

 

Rail time. 2nd class sleeper this time. Many empty seats.

 

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Day 26

 

Hatyai

 

Woke up to the sight of floods enroute to Hatyai.

 

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Checked in New Season Hotel for a whooping 1150 baht. It's the long holiday season they claimed.

 

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Hatyai was surprisingly not crowded as expected. There was a flood evacuation exercise a day earlier and the locals mentioned the flood around Hatyai reached 2 meters high.

 

 

Day 27

 

Hatyai - Singapore

 

Omar and Hus were in town waiting at the lobby. We left Hatyai together for lunch in Dannok, Sadao. They decided to stay one more night at the border town so we parted again after lunch.

 

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Getting ready for another long and boring 800km ride along Malaysian North South Highway.

 

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This Highway is the fastest way to get to Thailand from Singapore. Most of my ride here, I do it at night when there's fewer vehicles and the air is cooler.

 

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Dinner in Seremban R&R Highway.

 

Day 28

 

Still along Malaysian Highway

 

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After almost 11 hours, we arrived final pit stop before entering Singapore to enjoy my favourite drink.

 

 

The riders and companions

 

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Umar. Route leader. Travel light. Positive attitude. Highly adventurous. Off road maniac.

 

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Hus. Very disciplined rider. Gadget man. His V strom has been serving him well.

 

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Zach. The "cool" dude. Long time riding buddy.

 

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Kaz & Lynn. Very happy for them. This trip has brought multiple milestones they've achieved. Thanks for the company. The back roads of Thailand was one of the highlights of this trip for me.

 

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Yem & Sue. Till our next adventure. Ride on.

Edited December 12, 2012 by yem_paul

[Al-Simmons]

Thank you yem_paul for making this ride possible. Years of planning and putting all the pieces together had paid off. Till the next ride. Kashgar awaits.

[Kazky]

Great ride, great frens, great company.. What can u ask for?

 

To renowned rider Yem_paul, great appreciation for ur time and effort organising such a big memorable, once in a lifetime trip. Its been great.

Both lynn and myself would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude to both you and Sue for making this trip possible. And yes, the BACKROADS was the highlight after all.

[ChaoPuzzy1968]

Nice......inspiring...

[yem_paul]

I strongly believe China has a lot to offer. I know many were turned off by the high prices set by tour agents or 'fixers'. I think we paid a fair amount. Many of the prices and requirements set by most agents are not mandatory as explained by Mr Wang.

 

A fellow rider who has ridden some parts of China claimed, if you have traveled China, you have travel the world. I asked him why is that so. He said if you want grasslands, deserts, snow capped mountains, canyons, beautiful gorge, majestic rivers, beautiful lakes, relics, historical monuments, ruins, the famous Silk Road, varieties of interesting cultures, you can find it in China. I hope he's right.

 

One thing which I still couldn't understand is the set ups of their public toilet. To be honest, it's disgusting. Why do I have to pay usage fee to see people doing business openly. No doors, no flushing system, no nothing. I ended throwing up all my lunch after one visit. Oh, they do have one more bad habit, public spitting.

 

Apart from that, I do love their diversity and massive culture. It's really magical. The sceneries and landscapes offer stunning and mind-blowing views. Most of the time I felt so little. And Mr Wang mentioned that Yunnan province isn't China's best offer in terms of nature. So I can't imagine what's it's like to witness China's best.

 

The behaviours of their road users are more accommodating. You don't see vehicles going over speed limit on their highway. I think the presence of many speed cameras contributed to that. I've counted. I ran over more than 10 speed cameras flashes in total. Mr Wang assured me it will be OK. The Chinese government won't chase after foreign vehicles for summons.

 

The people in the rurals are a little apprehensive. They will just reply "I don't know" or will give the puzzled look.

 

Being Muslim, I'm surprised there's quite a big Muslim community in Yunnan province so food was never a problem. Not that we're particular but choices were made easier.

 

I've never been to any places with temperature below 10 degrees C. So to ride in sub zero conditions was excruciatingly torturing. The fingers suffered mostly. And I've learnt a new term, black ice.

 

The yak's meat tasted like beef for me. Not that I've taken a liking. Just wanted to try it out.

 

And the snow. Have always been wondering what its like to feel them. Come on guys. I live in a tropical country.

 

I must say it's another different country with different interesting cultures and a lifetime experience. A good one. Errr ... Just don't remind me of the public toilet.

[pipipapipu]

got picture of the toilet? SIC pls.

next time bring a spade and dig your own private hole. =D

[yem_paul]

got picture of the toilet? SIC pls.

next time bring a spade and dig your own private hole. =D

 

You sure you want to take a peek?

[pipipapipu]

You sure you want to take a peek?

 

 

peek-a-boo I see you

=P

[silverstx]

Bro , can inbox me the detail pricing and agent

Inspired by u to ride there.

[yem_paul]

Bro , can inbox me the detail pricing and agent

Inspired by u to ride there.

 

Will send you a PM soon. Need to dig out the infos

[hondawavefan]

Inspiring trip, respect to you and the others!

[Al-Simmons]

[Kazky]

Love it so much... Al-Simmons, great job!

[ORen]

Fantastic trip, great report with lots of photos, I LOVED every post of it !!!!!!!!!

:cheer:

 

Thank you so much for taking the time to share this, it looks easy but it's not, especially when the LAZYNESS bug bites haha..

 

Reading this, I get that tingle again in my spine..heart beating a bit faster.. my soul calls for riding again, and looking at what's out there, where we're not used to go, to see amazing scenery and just think "I'm really blessed to have all these beautiful things in front of my eyes right now!"

 

Definitely made riding in China very appealing - I'm not one for cold, but I'd take any cold temperatures if it means I get to see sights I've never seen before, untouched by humans

 

Thanks again, really amazing trip !

 

:cheers:

[yem_paul]

Fantastic trip, great report with lots of photos, I LOVED every post of it !!!!!!!!!

:cheer:

 

Thank you so much for taking the time to share this, it looks easy but it's not, especially when the LAZYNESS bug bites haha..

 

Reading this, I get that tingle again in my spine..heart beating a bit faster.. my soul calls for riding again, and looking at what's out there, where we're not used to go, to see amazing scenery and just think "I'm really blessed to have all these beautiful things in front of my eyes right now!"

 

Definitely made riding in China very appealing - I'm not one for cold, but I'd take any cold temperatures if it means I get to see sights I've never seen before, untouched by humans

 

Thanks again, really amazing trip !

 

:cheers:

 

My pleasure O,ren

[myshofer12]

you guys rock .. what a thrilling experience i have planned a trip to San Francisco and have a online booking of rental car from San Francisco Limo service. but after viewing this thread i think i need to plan again ..that is, it should be on the bike and with more friends. have a safe journey.

[yem_paul]

you guys rock .. what a thrilling experience i have planned a trip to San Francisco and have a online booking of rental car from San Francisco Limo service. but after viewing this thread i think i need to plan again ..that is, it should be on the bike and with more friends. have a safe journey.

 

San Francisco should be good i guess?

[Runner TYPE R]

It must be felt so great for your acievements!!!! Thumbs up for the team!

 

Btw, can you also inbox me those info/ procedures on details and agent's price and contact? Thanks a lot!

[yem_paul]

It must be felt so great for your acievements!!!! Thumbs up for the team!

 

Btw, can you also inbox me those info/ procedures on details and agent's price and contact? Thanks a lot!

 

Sent you some infos

[YZFx]

Dear Paul, it's very difficult for Singaporean riders to get a temporary motorcycle driving license in China. There is no official way to get it. Not even mention letting your motorbike enter China. Could you please share with us how you did it? Nice trip report by the way! Cheers!

 

Yatan73-regok, alternatively if you dare to take the risk and is up for an adventure, you can do like how i did it in 2008.

 

http://www.singaporebikes.com/forums/showthread.php/208159-China-Ride!!!

 

Sorry, not trying to hijack this thread. Just to share ways of doing it.

 

Wonderful Trip!! THUMBS UP FOR YOU!!