Highlights of Chiang Rai: Karen Village, Golden Triangle & Temples Tour

$1,164
Duration
4 days
Type
Difficaulty
Reviews
(3)
4.13 /5

About This Tour

The tour will take you from the hill tribe villages in Chiang Rai to the Golden Triangle and from the holy temples

Activities
Accessibility
Language
Max People
10

Inclusions

  • Breakfast
    Accommodation based on DBL/TWN sharing with daily breakfast
    Elephant riding in Ruam Mitre village (1 hour)
    Entrance fees as mentioned in the program
    Private boat cruise on Mae Kok river (1 hour)
    Private boat on Mekong River
    Water during transfer
    Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Food & drinks
  • Exclusions

  • Any services not mentioned in the program
    Drinks, other meals, TIP and personal expenses
    International / Internal flight from or to Thailand
    Visa Letter / Visa stamp fee
  • Tour Plan

    Itinerary

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    Day 1 Arrival in Chiang Rai

    Arrival in Chiang Rai, have time free to stroll around in the city.
    Overnight at Laluna Hotel (3-star) or similar

    Day 2 Chiang Rai & Mae Kok river - Elephant trekking

    We visit the world-famous Wat Phra Kaew where the Emerald Buddha image was once enshrined
    Move on to Wat Phra Singh where one of Thailand’s most beautiful Buddha images is now enshrined
    Baan Dam (Black House) is the unique creation of national artist, Thawan Duchanee. Part art studio, part museum, part home, Baan Dam is an eclectic mix of traditional northern Thai buildings interspersed with some outlandish modern designs.
    Afternoon we will take on our boat cruise on Mae Kok river from Chiang Rai to Karen village where you can watch elephants or feed them. After that you will take 1-hour elephant trekking
    Overnight at Laluna Hotel (3-star) or similar

    Day 3 Chiang Rai – Mae Salong – Chiang Saen

    you will explore the surroundings and the first road you will take is the one that leads to Mae Salong. Climb up and down the green hills, covered with tea plantations. You will taste the delicious tea produced by one of the many plantations of the region, bef. From Doi Mae Salong, you will visit two villages of ethnic minorities: the village Akah of Loyo, and the village Lisu of Ban Hanygo
    Mae Fah Luang Botanical Garden was officially established on December 21st, 2007 on the auspicious occasion of His Majesty the king's 80th Birthday Anniversary. The objectives were to collect the plant richness, to provide educational services to the public, student and professionals in the botany fields and related subjects and to create the unique tourist attration with a varaity of gardens and collections on 5,000 rai (800 hectares).
    On arrival in Golden Triangle, take boat trip on Mekong River to see Thailand, Burma & Laos triangle
    Overnight at Siam Triangle hotel (3-star) or similar

    Day 4 Chiang Saen departure

    Have breakfast and free time until transfer back to Chiang Rai for departure or transfer directly to Chiang Mai. End of service

    Meeting / Pickup

    Pick-up only: Customers must be picked up from selected pick-up locations.

    Know Before You Go

    • Infants must sit on your lap
    • Public transportation nearby
    • Passport required

    Please Note

    • Infant seats unavailable
    • Not recommended for people with back problems
    • Not recommended for people with heart conditions
    • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
    • Not suitable for pets
    • Not stroller accessible
    • Not wheelchair accessible

    Cancellation Policy

    • We will charge a cancellation fee of 100% if booking is cancelled 1 day or less before the event
    • We will charge a cancellation fee of 0% if booking is cancelled 1000 days or less before the event

    Reviews

    4.13/5
    Wonderful
    3 verified reviews
    Location (4/5)
    Amenities (4/5)
    Services (4/5)
    Price (4/5)
    Rooms (4.67/5)

    3 Comments

    1. 4.2

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      Exploring the temples and vibrant atmosphere of Mueang Chiang Rai was truly memorable, especially when we shared traditional meals with the welcoming locals in the Karen village. While the beauty of the Golden Triangle was captivating, we did find some segments of the tour felt a bit rushed, leaving us wanting more time to soak it all in.

    2. 4

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      Wandering through the Karen village was a highlight of my journey, as I connected with locals and learned about their traditions. Each temple I visited held a unique story, but the stunning beauty of the Golden Triangle left me in awe, especially during sunset. While the itinerary was packed and sometimes rushed, the immersive experiences made every moment worthwhile.

    3. 4.2

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      Diving into the heart of the cultural tapestry was exhilarating; I loved exploring vibrant temples and engaging with locals during my stay in the village. Each day unfolded new layers of beauty, especially at the iconic triangle where history and scenery intertwined seamlessly. However, while the overnight stays were comfortable, I found some evenings felt a bit short for unwinding after such full days.

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