Chiang Mai Trip Overview
Explore Northern Thailand on a four-day excursion to Mae Hong Son, home to a collection of untouched ethnic villages and traditional lifestyles. Discover multiple tribal communities and wildlife reserves in Pai, ancient temples and wats in the outskirts of Chiang Mai and the well-known Karen village, famous for tribal women’s custom of wearing heavy copper coils around their necks. Explore the most spectacular beautiful cave in Thailand and interact with the locals on an unforgettable journey that’s equal parts cultural and experiential.
Additional Info
Duration: 4 days
Starts: Chiang Mai, Thailand
Trip Category: Multi-day & Extended Tours >> Multi-day Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Chiang Mai, Chiang Mai Province, Thailand
Explore Northern Thailand on a four-day excursion to Mae Hong Son, home to a collection of untouched ethnic villages and traditional lifestyles. Discover multiple tribal communities and wildlife reserves in Pai, ancient temples and wats in the outskirts of Chiang Mai and the well-known Karen village, famous for tribal women’s custom of wearing heavy copper coils around their necks. Explore the most spectacular beautiful cave in Thailand and interact with the locals on an unforgettable journey that’s equal parts cultural and experiential.
Itinerary
Day 1: Chiang Mai – Mae Wang National Park – Ob Luang National Park
Stop At: Mae Wang National Park, Km.65, Amphoe Khlong Lan Thailand
Pick up from your hotel in Chiang Mai and depart for Mae Wang National Park in Doi Lor, a small quiet town approximately 1.30 hrs for visit Pha Chor and Kew Sua Ten, Thailand Grand Canyon. Rock sculptures at Pha Chor and Khew Sua Ten are a natural phenomenon of eroded soil pillars. It is believed that this used to be the Ping River watercourse. When the river changed route, the site became a hill from the river sediment that piled up into layers. When time passed, it eroded and became cliffs and soil pillars of strange shapes. The passing of time can change the topography of a place and can create wonderful things. Pha Chor pillars are thirty meters high around a canopy of forest and cover a large area. “Pha Chor and Kew Sua Ten” is still unknown and unseen in Thailand. Take a mini trek about two hours to see and explore beautiful nature at Pha Chor and Kew Sua Ten. Have a picnic lunch in the jungle area among the embrace of the nature.
Duration: 4 hours
Stop At: Op Luang National Park, Hot Thailand
After visiting Pha Chor we will drive to Op Luang National Park to stay overnight in the park.
Duration: 1 hour
Meals included:
• Lunch
Accommodation included: Overnight at Phu Anna Eco house or similar
Day 2: Ob Luang National Park – Mae Sariang
Stop At: Mae Sariang, Mae Sariang, Mae Hong Son Province
continue driving to Mae Sariang which is a charming and quiet town in Mae Hong Son province. The town is relatively unknown to the majority of tourists and is situated in a lovely valley surrounded by the rice fields, in a very productive farming community. On the way we will make stops for you to experience local lifestyles and see the people selling their vegetables, mushrooms and insects, depending on the season.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Wat Phra That Chom Thong, Chiang Rai 57000 Thailand
When arrive in Mae Sariang visit the very famous and unique temples of the city such as Chom Thong Temple which is situated on a high point on the edge of the town and has a stunning view of the town, river valley and beautiful surrounding countryside.
Duration: 30 minutes
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight at homestay in the village
Day 3: Mae Sariang – Salawin National Park – Myanmar Border
Stop At: The Thai – Burmese Border Gate, Mae Sai Thailand
After about an hour drive, we arrive at Mae Sam Laep a Thai – Myanmar border village. The village is inhabited by Burmese and Karen people and you will feel and experience the Burmese culture. This village is inhabited by Burmese and Karen People and when you are here you will feel Burmese culture. We first explore the village by a visit to Border School. Then take a boat trip down Salawin river which divides Myanmar and Thailand. Along the way there are some views of impressive mountains and the riverbanks which form the border between the two countries
Duration: 4 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight at homestay in the village
Day 4: Mae Sariang – Doi Inthanon National Park – Chiang Mai
Stop At: Chiang Mai, Chiang Mai
We leave the homestay early in the morning to go to the morning market to experience the local people buying fresh food and other products. You will also have the chance to offer food to the local monks on their daily alms procession through the town. After breakfast, return to Chiang mai and will enjoy the last beautiful scenic drive by visiting Mae Cham Hot Spring.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Ban Luang Subdistrict, Doi Inthanon National Park 50270 Thailand
Visit Doi Inthanon National Park, this is the highest mountain in Thailand 2,565m high above sea level where you can experience beautiful scenery and stunning waterfalls. Explore Wachirathan waterfall and Mae Klang waterfall, by far the most beautiful and spectacular waterfall in the National Park. Lunch served at local restaurant on the way
Duration: 1 hour
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
No accommodation included on this day.
