Thailand (6) En Route to Myanmar1 099 Kilometres - 29 DaysGuran, Malaysia – Sadao, Thailand - 105 km
My final day of cycling in Malaysia was a delightful cycle as the rain
abated, revealing a vivid blue sky. A scenic minor road running
parallel to the main road ensured easy and enjoyable riding. The
aftermath of the recent rainy days presented views of the lush green
countryside and flooded rice paddies.
My chosen route led northward towards the Malaysia-Thailand border.
However, crossing into Thailand proved unexpectedly challenging due
to having both my old and new passports. Additionally, Thai
authorities demanded proof of twenty thousand Thai baht in cash
without accepting bank statements. They also insisted on a return
ticket. As a result, I had to make a trip to the bank to withdraw the
required amount of money to satisfy the authorities. I explained that
I was travelling by bicycle and, fortunately, wasn't pressed for a ticket
proving my exit from the country. By this time, it was already quite
late, so I decided to overnight in Sadao.