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Journeys Of Trekking To Hilltribes Village Of Northern Thailand (9 Days / 8 Nights)

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Ancient Wonders
Walk among ruins, temples, and timeless landmarks
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
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Travelers should be in very good physical condition and expect continuous demanding activities
Guided in English
Group Size 2 - 16
All Ages Welcome
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Itinerary

  1. Intro

    Introduction

  2. Day 1

    Bangkok

    Bangkok
    Accommodation
    Hotel 4* (Twin Tower Hotel)

    Optional Activities

    • Private transfer from airport to hotel by private car with driver (45 USD per car one way, 1-6 persons)
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  3. Day 2

    Bangkok

    Bangkok
    Meals
    Breakfast (Breakfast at the hotel), Lunch (Lunch at a local restaurant)
    Accommodation
    Hotel 4* (Twin Tower Hotel)

    Included Activities

    • Visit to Royal Grand Palace and Wat Phra Kaew (Temple of the Emerald Buddha)
    • Visit to Wat Pho
    • Afternoon long-tail boat tour along Chao Phraya River and Thonburi Canals
    • Stop at Wat Arun (Temple of Dawn)
    Landmarks
    Grand Palace
    Wat Phra Kaew (Temple of the Emerald Buddha)
    Wat Pho
    Wat Arun (Temple of Dawn)
    Chao Phraya River
    Thonburi Canals (Klong)
  4. Day 3

    Bangkok to Ayutthaya to Chiang Mai

    Bangkok to Ayutthaya to Chiang Mai
    Meals
    Breakfast (Breakfast at the hotel), Lunch (Lunch at local restaurant in Ayutthaya)
    Accommodation
    Sleeper Train (Night Train to Chiang Mai)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Ayutthaya Historical Park (UNESCO World Heritage Site)
    • Visit Wat Phra Sri Sanphet
    • Visit Wat Mahathat
    • Local market visit to discover and taste Roti Saimai (Thai cotton candy)
    • Visit Wat Kudi Dao
    • Overnight sleeper train to Chiang Mai (Train No.9, 2nd class)
    Landmarks
    Ayutthaya Historical Park
    Wat Phra Sri Sanphet
    Wat Mahathat
    Wat Kudi Dao
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  5. Day 4

    Chiang Mai

    Chiang Mai
    Meals
    Breakfast (Light snack before starting half day tour), Lunch (Lunch at a local restaurant)
    Accommodation
    Hotel 4* (Movenpick Chiang Mai)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Wat Phrathat Doi Suthep

    Optional Activities

    • Chiang Mai Street Eats by Tuk Tuk - Private service from 16:30-20:30 hrs (includes local tuk-tuk transport, street food tasting, visit to Wat Lok Molee, night market at Chang Puak Gate, 3-Kings monument, Wat Chedi Luang, and beverage at Xanadu Restaurant with scenic Chiang Mai view)
    Landmarks
    Wat Phrathat Doi Suthep
    Wat Lok Molee
    Chang Puak Gate (North Gate)
    3-Kings Monument
    Wat Chedi Luang
  6. Day 5

    Chiang Mai (Trekking Day 1)

    Chiang Mai (Trekking Day 1)
    Meals
    Breakfast (Breakfast at the hotel), Lunch (Transfer by truck to Baan Pang Lun for a local lunch), Dinner (Dinner at the village)
    Accommodation
    Cottage (Bamboo cottage at hill tribe village. )

    Included Activities

    • Mae Malai local market visit
    • Mok Fah Waterfall swimming and relaxation
    • Trek to Baan Mae Jok, Karen village
    • Jungle trekking with guide through natural trail
    • Village exploration and local activities
    Landmarks
    Mae Malai Local Market
    Mok Fah Waterfall
    Huay Nam Dung National Park
  7. Day 6

    Chiang Mai (Trekking Day 2)

    Chiang Mai (Trekking Day 2)
    Meals
    Breakfast (Breakfast at the village), Lunch (Lunch at the village, guide will prepare meal for the group), Dinner (Dinner at the village)
    Accommodation
    Cottage (Bamboo cottage at hill tribe village. )

    Included Activities

    • Trek to Bann Pang Khao Laam, Karen village (approximately 3.5-4 hours)
    • Village exploration and local lifestyle observation
    • Elephant feeding and bathing in the river
    • Campfire entertainment with guide (jokes, games, funny stories)
  8. Day 7

    Chiang Mai (Trekking Day 3)

    Chiang Mai (Trekking Day 3)
    Meals
    Breakfast (Breakfast at the village), Lunch (Lunch at Shan village)
    Accommodation
    Hotel 4* (Movenpick Chiang Mai)

    Included Activities

    • Bamboo rafting along Mae Tang River (approximately 1.5-2 hours)
    • Visit Lahu hill tribe village at Baan Pong Ngan
    • Bamboo rafting through rapids to Shan village (approximately 2 hours)
    • Transfer back to Chiang Mai
    Landmarks
    Mae Tang River
    Baan Pong Ngan
  9. Day 8

    Chiang Mai

    Chiang Mai
    Meals
    Breakfast (Breakfast at hotel)
    Accommodation
    Hotel 4* (Movenpick Chiang Mai)

    Included Activities

    • Alms offering to Buddhist monks (early morning)

    Optional Activities

    • Half Day Elephant Experience at Kanta Elephant Sanctuary - Join-in service 07:00-12:00 hrs or 13:00-18:00 hrs (includes approximately 50 mins drive north through countryside, introduction to sanctuary, change into traditional clothing, fruit preparation, meet and feed elephants, walk with elephants to water pond, tea/coffee and seasonal fruit)
    • Half Day Cycling Culture Tour - Private service 09:00-12:30 hrs or 13:30-17:00 hrs (includes cycling via Padad-Singhakam route along Ping's Riverside, visit to Wat Koh Klang, vegetable plantations with sustainable agriculture practices, optional gardening activities, visit to Wiang Kum Kam ancient underground empire ruins including Wat Chang Kum, Wat E-Kang, Wat Nhan Chang, Wat Pu Beai, Wat Pra Thart Khaow, and Wat Chedi Liem)
    • Morning/Evening Cooking Class by Thai Farm Cooking School - Join-in service 08:00-14:00 hrs or 16:00-20:00 hrs (includes visit to local Thai market, organic farm herb and ingredient explanation, curry paste making from scratch, preparation of one curry paste, one curry, one soup, noodle dish, and sweet dessert)
    • Evening Khantoke Dinner with Thai Cultural Shows - Private transfer service 18:00-21:00 hrs (includes authentic Northern Thai cuisine with 9 dishes such as Hang Ley Curry, Kaeng Khae, Laab Kua, Deep-fried Crispy Chicken, Nam Prik Noom, Nam Prik Ong, Kab Moo, Sticky Rice, and Fresh/Boiled Vegetables; Khantoke tray served for up to 4 people; traditional Lanna dance performances)
    Landmarks
    Kanta Elephant Sanctuary
    Wiang Kum Kam
    Wat Chang Kum
    Wat E-Kang
    Wat Nhan Chang
    Wat Pu Beai
    Wat Pra Thart Khaow
    Wat Chedi Liem
    Wat Koh Klang
  10. Day 9

    Chiang Mai Departure

    Chiang Mai Departure
    Meals
    Breakfast (Breakfast at the hotel)

    Optional Activities

    • Private transfer from hotel to Chiang Mai Train Station with sleeping night train ticket back to Bangkok (70 USD per person)
    • Private transfer from hotel to Chiang Mai Airport by private car with driver (30 USD per car one way, 1-6 persons)

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