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North Thailand Highlights, Private Tour
Northern Thailand Holidays | Explore Chiang Rai, Golden Triangle & Chiang Mai Temples

Arrival at Chiang RaiDay 01
Arrive in Chiang Rai and meet with our representative. Then, transfer and check in at the selected hotel, enjoying the rest of the day free at leisure. Maybe explore the heart of the old town, which dates from the reign of King Mangrai in the 13th century, or wander around the bustling night bazaar to catch a glimpse of the spirit of this beautiful area. Overnight in Chiang Rai.

Chiang Rai – Golden Triangle – Chiang Rai (270km – 6 hrs)Day 02
Enjoy breakfast at the hotel, before heading to the centre to admire the iconic monument of King Mangrai, en route to the Hilltribe Museum and Education Centre. Learn all about the dozens of hill tribes who, for centuries, have lived in the highlands around the city and how they have survived the spread of globalisation. Continue to the Mae Chan district to explore the remote hill tribe villages of Yao and Akha people, and experience their way of life first-hand. Head towards Mae Sai, a small border town with a busy market, before going into the heart of the infamous Golden Triangle, where Thailand, Laos and Myanmar meet. This natural wilderness gained an unwanted notoriety in the Sixties because of the abundant opium cultivation in the area. After lunch, continue to Chiang Saen to visit the hilltop Wat Phra That Chom Kitti, which is reached via a 350-step staircase. Return to Chiang Rai and have the rest of the day free at leisure.
Overnight in hotel in Chiang Rai.
Breakfast and lunch included.

Chiang Rai – Chiang Mai (260km – 5 hrs)Day 03
Begin your journey after breakfast at the hotel, heading towards Chiang Mai. On the southern outskirts of Chiang Rai, stop at the magnificent Wat Rong Khun, a dazzling temple built in the 1990s. Its ornate all-white exterior, with embedded pieces of mirror makes it one of the most beautiful temples in Thailand. Continue to Chiang Mai and, on arrival, visit Wat Phra That Doi Suthep, one of the most revered temples in the country. This sacred location is at the top of a mountain from where you can appreciate stunning panoramic views of the city. To reach the temple you must climb up a 309-step naga staircase. Alternatively, you can use the cable car to reach the temple. Afterwards, head to the riverbank and hop on a boat for a cruise along the scenic River Ping. Relax, enjoy the cruise, and then visit a farm to savour a delicious khao soi noodle curry and watch a fascinating dance performance. After a walk through the local flower and fresh produce market, return to the hotel. The cable car ride is included.
Overnight in hotel in Chiang Mai.
Breakfast and lunch included.

Chiang Mai city & surroundings (40 kms – 1 hr) Day 04
Enjoy breakfast at the hotel before heading to Elephant Poopoopaper Park, an eco-friendly, naturally built outdoor museum park that introduces and explains the unique steps involved in making our much talked about paper products from elephant poop fibres! The interpretive walking tour through our lush gardens brings visitors through eight different pavilions explaining each stage of our fascinating process from poo collection to rinsing to final product assembly. Visitors are encouraged to pull up a stool, roll up their sleeves and join with our talented artisans and guides and participate in our head-turning process! Complemented by the presence of rich graphics and signage, visitors will also be introduced to Chiang Mai's long and rich history of traditional papermaking and handicrafts production. After lunch you will explore this ancient city. Chiang Mai’s old town is still surrounded by remnants of the old defensive walls and a moat. Visit the historic Wat Suan Dok and admire its 48- metre-high Sri Lankan-style chedi, which overlooks the Royal Cemetery. Continue to Wat Phra Sing in the old town and appreciate the beauty of this large complex of more than 60 buildings before visiting 14th century Wat Chedi Luang in the very heart of the old city. In the evening, you can enjoy an optional khan toke dinner (not included).
Overnight in hotel in Chiang Mai.Breakfast and lunch included.

Depart Chiang MaiDay 05
You leave towards Chiang Rai. The first stop is Wat Rong Khun or White Temple. This temple is unique, with its figures and white structure that represents purity. This is one of the main attractions in Thailand.
Next stop is Weng Pa Pao market, where you can buy the food that the Akha tribe will later make you for lunch. The Akha tribe has a Chinese origin and lives in the north of Thailand. They have 2 churches in the village, it is located near Chiang Rai and Myanmar. You enjoy the mountain style lunch that is prepared for you during this visit (beverages NOT included).
After this tour, you go back to the hotel in Chiang Mai.
Note: We suggest bringing an umbrella on rainy season, comfortable and suitable clothes for the temple visit (shoulders and knees covered), mosquito repellent, and sunblock.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: As booked based on request (3 Star / 4 Star / 5 Star).

What’s Included
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Accommodations
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Experienced English-speaking guides
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Meals - Breakfast
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Transportation from/to airport and all places to visit
What’s not included
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Flights before and after the tour are not included in the tour
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Expenditures of a personal nature, drinks and meals if not stated explicitly in the programme
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