8 Days - 7 Nights
35+2
3+
Car, Airplane
Cultural & Historical
Upon arrival in Chiang Rai, check in hotel and have free time to stroll around the city.
Overnight in Chiang Rai.
In the morning, after breakfast, we will visit the local market to discover the local products. Following that, we will visit the world-famous Wat Phra Kaew, where the Emerald Buddha image was once enshrined. Next, we will move on to Wat Phra Singh, where one of Thailand’s most beautiful Buddha images is now enshrined. After a short drive from Chiang Rai City, we will arrive at the Black House or Baan Dam Museum. This is a private art museum comprising a mixture of traditional northern Thai buildings with unconventional and contemporary architecture, designed by Thawan Duchanee.
In the afternoon, we'll take a boat ride on the Mae Kok River from Chiang Rai to the Karen village. It's a great way to experience the Karen hill tribe's traditional way of life. Then, we'll head back to Chiang Rai.
Meal: Breakfast
Overnight in Chiang Rai.
After breakfast, we depart for northern Thailand, a wooded, mountainous, and beautiful area. This morning, you will explore the surroundings, beginning with the road that leads to Mae Salong. As you traverse the green hills covered with tea plantations, you will have the opportunity to taste the delicious tea produced by one of the many plantations in the region. From Doi Mae Salong, you will visit two villages of ethnic minorities: the Akha village of Loyo and the Lisu village of Ban Hanygo. Afterward, continue to visit the Mae Fah Luang Botanical Garden. Upon arrival in the Golden Triangle, take a boat trip on the Mekong River to observe the meeting point of Thailand, Burma, and Laos.
Meal: Breakfast
Overnight in Chiang Saen.
After breakfast, you will depart from the hotel for Thaton. Along the way, you will make a stop at the village of Patai to meet the Padong Karen tribe, renowned for its women known as 'giraffes' who wear copper rings around their necks to elongate them. Following that, you will visit a traditional Chinese medicine pharmacy, where an expert will explain the uses of various herbs, roots, plants, and ointments.
In the afternoon, you will journey to Chiang Mai, the capital of the North, and make a stop to explore the labyrinth of underground galleries in Chiang Dao.
Meal: Breakfast
Overnight in Chiang Mai.
The morning will be primarily devoted to a walking tour of the old town, including stops at the old wall, the moat, and one of the old town gates. You will have the opportunity to visit some of the most beautiful temples in Chiang Mai, such as Wat Phra Singh, Wat Phan Tao, and Wat Chedi Luang. Following this, you will stroll along small streets lined with traditional houses and enjoy a rickshaw tour. Afterwards, you will explore the central market of Warorot.
In the afternoon, you will visit Doi Suthep hill. To end your day on a delightful note, you can explore the Night Market at your leisure.
Meal: Breakfast
Overnight in Chiang Mai.
Morning, you will be picked up at hotel and transferred to the Khroua Baan Thai school for Thai cooking classes conducted in English. This will be a wonderful opportunity for you to learn the recipes and tips of authentic Thai cuisine.
In the afternoon, enjoy a two-hour boat trip along the Mae Ping River. You will witness the changing scenery along the river, passing by many beautiful traditional teak houses and rural greenery along the way. After the boat trip, transfer back to the hotel for your free time.
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch
Overnight in Chiang Mai.
Today's tour begins with a transfer to Doi Inthanon National Park, a journey of approximately 2 hours to the highest peak in Thailand. Upon arrival, we will embark on a 2–3-hour trek through the jungle, following a narrow mountain trail that leads to a stunning hidden waterfall nestled amidst lush greenery. Along the way, before reaching the Pagagayaw Karen hill tribe village, we will traverse through farmland where you can observe coffee plantations, flower farms, and picturesque rice terraces.
Discover the unique culture of the Pagagayaw Karen hill tribe village and savor a cup of locally grown coffee. Next, we'll proceed to Vachiratharn Waterfall, a majestic 70-meter-high cascade of water. Take in the refreshing coolness of the air as you enjoy the beauty of the waterfall before we return to ground level.
Afterward, we will visit the exquisite architecture of Napamaytanidol Chidi and Phra Mahathat Napaphon Bhumisiri, built to commemorate the 60th birthdays of King Bhumipol and Queen Sirikit. Finally, we'll transfer back to Chiang Mai.
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch
Overnight in Chiang Mai.
Free time until transfer to airport for your return flight. End of service.
Meal: Breakfast
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