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One Week in Thailand: Kayaking and Hilltribes

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Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
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An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
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Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 12 - 16
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Bangkok

    Optional Activities

    • Walk around Chinatown
    • Visit Grand Palace
    • Street food exploration around Sukhumvit area
    • Explore Bangkok's nightlife and local bars
    • Navigate BTS skytrain and MRT subway
    Landmarks
    Grand Palace
    Chinatown
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  2. Day 2

    Bangkok to Chiang Mai

    Optional Activities

    • Thai massage
    • Explore Talad Noi by bike
    • Visit Bangkok temples
    Landmarks
    Talad Noi
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  3. Day 3

    Chiang Mai

    Included Activities

    • Orientation walk in Chiang Mai
    • Transfer to guesthouse

    Optional Activities

    • Thai massage
    • Cooking class
    • Ziplining
    • Cycling around the city
    • Visit Doi Sethep Temple
    • Explore cafes
    • Bar hopping
    • Explore night markets in Nimman area
    Landmarks
    Doi Sethep Temple
    Nimman area
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  4. Day 4

    Chiang Mai to Mae Ma Nai Hilltribe Village

    Meals
    Lunch (Local restaurant meal), Dinner (Local home-cooked dinner by campfire)

    Included Activities

    • Mae Malai Market visit
    • Mok Fah Waterfall visit
    • Hilltribe trek to Mae Ma Nai
    • Home-cooked dinner at Mae Ma Nai Hilltribe Village
    Landmarks
    Mae Malai Market
    Mok Fah Waterfall
    Mae Ma Nai Hilltribe Village
  5. Day 5

    Hilltribe Trek to Pong Ngan Lahu Village

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch along the trek route), Dinner (Home-cooked dinner)

    Included Activities

    • Hilltribe trek through farmland and jungle
    • Home-cooked dinner at Pong Ngan Lahu Village
    Landmarks
    Pong Ngan Lahu Village
  6. Day 6

    Pong Ngan Lahu Village to Chiang Mai

    Included Activities

    • River kayaking from Mae Taeng River to Sop Kai Village

    Optional Activities

    • Whitewater rafting on Mae Taeng River
    • Visit Wat Prasingh temple
    • Visit Wat Chedi Luang temple
    Landmarks
    Mae Taeng River
    Sop Kai Village
    Wat Prasingh
    Wat Chedi Luang
  7. Day 7

    Chiang Mai

    Optional Activities

    • Muay Thai (Thai Boxing) class - 1.5 hours
    • Visit Chiang Chill Elephant Sanctuary
    • Lunch or massage at Chuan Chom Vocational Training Center
    Landmarks
    Chiang Chill Elephant Sanctuary
    Chuan Chom Vocational Training Center
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  8. Day 8

    Bangkok

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4.4
Overall rating based on 12 Reviews
  • Itinerary
    2.5
  • Transport
    4.3
  • Guide
    5.0
  • Accommodation
    4.1
  • Food
    3.8
  • 4.5

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  • One Week in Thailand: Kayaking and Hilltribes reviewer 1
    January 15th, 2025
    The only thing that saved me from this trip is the guide, great attitude of the guide and always wanting to help....
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    Traveled in January 2025
    Reply from: Intrepid Travel
    Thank you for taking the time to share your experience on your Thailand trip with us. Whilst we are sorry to hear that the itinerary did not met your expectations, we are pleased the tour leader's attitude and willingness to help made the trip enjoyable. Should you wish to discuss any more feedback with us please don't hesitate to reach out to us by email customercare@intrepidtravel.com. Many thanks, Intrepid Travel
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  • A
    September 18th, 2019
    Tour leader Sasha was great!!! Places we went was great as well!!
    Traveled in February 2019
  • A
    September 18th, 2019
    It was a well organised trip and value for money
    Traveled in February 2019
  • A
    September 18th, 2019
    In the tour I had some control over what I wanted to do and see. Also my tour guide was excellent in helping my group...
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    Traveled in February 2019
  • A
    September 18th, 2019
    Wonderful experience, great to experience as a group with a leader who is local and knows the area well. James was...
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    Traveled in January 2019
  • A
    September 18th, 2019
    Our tour guide was very good and the activities we participated in were exciting. My girlfriend and I enjoyed...
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    Traveled in January 2019
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    September 18th, 2019
    The organization- I did not have to worry about a single thing. From the moment I met with my leader I was in...
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    Traveled in December 2018
  • A
    September 18th, 2019
    Everything was well organised and ran to schedule. A good variety of places to see and activities to do
    Traveled in December 2018
  • E
    January 7th, 2019
    This tour was a fantastic taste-test of Northern Thailand. We got doses of history, culture, and modern attractions....
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    Traveled in December 2018
    Reply from: Intrepid Travel
    Hi Elizabeth, Thank you for taking the time to leave your feedback and it is so great to hear you thought our Northern Thailand trip was a fantastic taste test. Great to hear "Rainy" was fantastic, really does make a difference when you have a guide delivering excellent service, something we are proud to say happens on every trip at Intrepid. Looking forward to seeing you on another Intrepid trip soon :-) John
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  • J
    July 19th, 2017
    James was a great guide, gave us great advice, answered all of our questions, and helped accommodate my dietary needs...
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    Traveled in June 2017

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    Lauren

    Asked on December 2nd, 2025

    Would this be a problem for the hiking days? Also are we always going to be in a hotel hostel accommodation besides the overnight trains? I am also going to be a solo traveler, is this trip primarily for couples and families or will there be mostly other solo travelers. Also for the meals, I noticed that there they wouldn't cover all meals, where would we access meals during those other times? Lastly, what percentage of the trip is the tour guide with us and how much time would we have on our own time?

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    • Intrepid TravelOperatorWritten December 2025

      For the trekking portion you should be able to leave your larger luggage in Chiang Mai at the hotel and just carry the essentials you'll need for the 2 day trek as we will be returning to Chiang Mai after the trek. Aside from the overnight train for 2 nights you will also stay in a hotel (3 nights) and Hilltribe Village House (2nights). This trip is open to all travelers however, we do see majority of solo travelers booking on. For any meals that are not included there will always be options nearby for the group. All meals will be included for the trek and then when we are in the city we tend to stay very centrally located so finding a meal is never an issue. For this trip you will always have a tour leader with the group traveling along, providing info. and ready to assist if needed, and depending on the activity a local leader will also join. Aside from the trek we tend to plan our days by traveling or doing an included activity in the morning so that the afternoons are free to everyone to do as they please.

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    Carole

    Asked on September 21st, 2025

    Is this strictly based on age 35 maximum or are older travellers permitted?

    Age Range
    • Intrepid TravelOperatorWritten September 2025

      This tour has a age policy where it is only permitted for 18 to 35 year olds.

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    Donna

    Asked on September 11th, 2025

    The age shows on the website is 18-35, means the person is over the age cannot book the trip?

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    • Intrepid TravelOperatorWritten September 2025

      This particular itinerary is designed for travelers aged 18-35. Given the nature of the activities and group dynamic, we kindly suggest considering an open-age group tour for a more suitable experience.

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    Laura

    Asked on July 28th, 2025

    The age limit is up to 35. I am 36. Is this okay to book.

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    • Intrepid TravelOperatorWritten July 2025

      This is an age restricted itinerary and all travelers must be between 18-35

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    Karen

    Asked on June 17th, 2025

    looking for a tour between 27Sep till 12th of October, 4 adults plus 2 children (15 and 17), their budget is 400-500 USD per pax. Do you have any tour (6-7 days) that can accommodate this family?

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      Karen

      TravelerWritten June 2025

      Only local destinations in Thailand. Since that they are on their 60s travelling with teenagers, they are not into party scene. More on adventures and or cultural tours. They are on a tight budget so the transportation doesnt require to be plane, it may be by any means except plane.

    • Intrepid TravelOperatorWritten June 2025

      We do have a couple of family-oriented options that might work for them: Thailand Family Holiday – USD 1,116, Southern Thailand Family Holiday – USD 1,135. These are designed specifically for families and include a good balance of adventure and cultural experiences. However, considering their budget, these might be slightly on the higher side. For more budget-friendly alternatives, here are a couple of other suggestions: Cambodia Express – USD 780, Thailand Hilltribe Trek – USD 540. These are not labelled as "family tours" but could still be suitable depending on the teens' interests and the family's travel style.

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    Kristen

    Asked on November 5th, 2024

    What time in the morning does the One week in Thailand return to Bangkok?

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    • Intrepid TravelOperatorWritten November 2024

      The overnight train will arrive into Bangkok on Day 8 around 7-8AM.

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      Kristen

      TravelerWritten November 2024

      What is the location where the train will arrive in Bangkok. If you can provide an address that would be perfect.

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      Kristen

      TravelerWritten November 2024

      Is this strictly enforced? I am over 35. Me and my daughter are really interested in this trip.

    • Intrepid TravelOperatorWritten November 2024

      We regret to inform you that we cannot accommodate you on this trip, as it is specifically designed for travelers aged 18-35.

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      Kristen

      TravelerWritten November 2024

      Do you have any other roundtrip tours from Bangkok?

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    Bianca

    Asked on June 2nd, 2023

    As I cannot ride a bike - I just wanted to double check with this activity of a bike tour and what the alternative would be?

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    • Intrepid TravelOperatorWritten June 2023

      One Week in Northern Thailand is not Cycling tour, below are the included activities for this tour.

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      Bianca

      TravelerWritten June 2023

      From a food perspective during this tour will this all be expensed by us?

    • Intrepid TravelOperatorWritten June 2023

      Day 1: Bangkok - No meals included. Day 2: Ayutthaya - Breakfast included. Day 3: Chiang Mai - No meals included. Day 4: Chiang Mai - Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner included. Day 5: Hilltribe Trek - Breakfast & Lunch included. Day 6: Chiang Mai - Breakfast included. Day 7: Chiang Mai - Breakfast included. Day 8: Bangkok - No meals included.

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      Bianca

      TravelerWritten June 2023

      Could you also let me know what the optional activities are?

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      Bianca

      TravelerWritten June 2023

      What is the likely size of the group, hours in transit, and how much additional money would you suggest bringing?

    • Intrepid TravelOperatorWritten June 2023

      Group size: Min 1, Max 16. Overnight Train from Bangkok to Ayutthaya. Overnight sleeper train for Bangkok (approximately 13 hours). Optional tipping kitty: THB 250 per person. Recommend bringing extra US$500 for emergencies.

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      Bianca

      TravelerWritten June 2023

      Could you let me know how many people are currently on the tour?

    • Intrepid TravelOperatorWritten June 2023

      At this moment there is a total of 2 female passengers registered on this tour ranging between the age of 20 - 30.

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      Bianca

      TravelerWritten June 2023

      What type of insurance would I need for the hiking part of the trip?

    • Intrepid TravelOperatorWritten June 2023

      Generally, you will need an insurance which covers personal liability, cancellation, curtailment and loss of luggage or personal effects. We require that at a minimum you are covered for medical expenses including emergency repatriation.

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      Bianca

      TravelerWritten June 2023

      Could you confirm whether hiking would be considered as adventure sport?

    • Intrepid TravelOperatorWritten June 2023

      Hiking can range from leisurely walks to more intense and demanding treks, so it depends on the type of hike.

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      Bianca

      TravelerWritten June 2023

      How intense is the hike the tour is going on and required footwear?

    • Intrepid TravelOperatorWritten June 2023

      Day 4: Chiang Mai - Hilltribe Trek is an 8km hike. Day 5: Hilltribe Trek - Chiang Mai is a 10km trek. Please bring sturdy walking shoes and comfortable clothes. To make the most of the trip, it's best if you have a good level of fitness.

    • B

      Bianca

      TravelerWritten June 2023

      With the level of heat and hiking what are your suggestions with managing the heat side of things?

    • B

      Bianca

      TravelerWritten June 2023

      Could you ask about costs for options not included? Would card be accepted or would cash (Thai baht) be best?

    • Intrepid TravelOperatorWritten June 2023

      ATMs are widely available in larger cities but less common in small villages or rural areas. Market stalls and street vendors will not accept credit cards. Always carry enough cash for smaller purchases in case credit cards are not an option.

    • Intrepid TravelOperatorWritten June 2023

      If traveling during rainy season, prepare with hat/cap/UV protection, long sleeves, refillable water bottle, wind and waterproof jacket, leech socks. We monitor weather before hiking, and tour leader will manage any possible issues on ground.

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    Nadia

    Asked on November 27th, 2022

    Can I just stay in Chiang Mai on day 7 and not go to Bangkok?

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    • Intrepid TravelOperatorWritten November 2022

      You can choose to sign off the tour early if you want to. Please note, our tours are sold as a package and we unfortunately cannot offer any credit or refund for unused days.

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    Oliver

    Asked on December 1st, 2016

    Are there any group specifications for this trip?

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    • Intrepid TravelOperatorWritten December 2016

      For Geckos they have the following group specifications:

      Ages- Min 18 , Max 29
      Group size- Min 1, Max 16

      And if your friend is travelling on the same tour that's fine, it's very easy to request you in the same room together just let us know and we'll take care of the rest.

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    Mary

    Asked on August 1st, 2016

    Is the airfare included on this trip?

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    • Intrepid TravelOperatorWritten August 2016

      TourRadar specializes in giving you the best tours from around the world, however the tours we offer do not include airfare and we do not book or advise on airfare. You will be responsible for booking your flights to meet with the group at the starting city.

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