Chiang Mai Trip Overview
Do not miss the opportunity to explore the tastes and traditions of the real Chiang Mai, with this half-day excursion, which will begin with a ride in SongTeo [traditional taxi] to the temple of wat Chai Mongkol, where you will participate in some ancestral ceremonies, we will visit the ancient market of Kad Luang a TRUE local fresh market,
here the gastronomic tour will begin with the tasting of fresh tropical fruit, then taste the famous “Sai Oua” sausages characteristic of the north of the country. Afterwards it will be the time to try the typical dish of the North and in particular of Chiang Mai the “Khao soi”
The main ingredients are red curry paste, turmeric and yellow curry, accompanied by a fresh lime, shallots, pickled cabbage and roasted chillies.
The day will end in the fortified area of the city where in addition to the landscape you will taste the fresh coconut sorbet.
Additional Info
Duration: 4 hours
Starts: Chiang Mai, Thailand
Trip Category: Food, Wine & Nightlife >> Dining Experiences
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What to Expect When Visiting Chiang Mai, Chiang Mai Province, Thailand
Do not miss the opportunity to explore the tastes and traditions of the real Chiang Mai, with this half-day excursion, which will begin with a ride in SongTeo [traditional taxi] to the temple of wat Chai Mongkol, where you will participate in some ancestral ceremonies, we will visit the ancient market of Kad Luang a TRUE local fresh market,
here the gastronomic tour will begin with the tasting of fresh tropical fruit, then taste the famous “Sai Oua” sausages characteristic of the north of the country. Afterwards it will be the time to try the typical dish of the North and in particular of Chiang Mai the “Khao soi”
The main ingredients are red curry paste, turmeric and yellow curry, accompanied by a fresh lime, shallots, pickled cabbage and roasted chillies.
The day will end in the fortified area of the city where in addition to the landscape you will taste the fresh coconut sorbet.
8:30 depart from the hotel by local red cab called “Song Taew” to wat Chai
Mongkol
8:50 Arrive the temple and practice some activities such as releasing birds, fish or turtles
etc…
9:30 Take a ride from the temple and heading towards the north of Chiang Mai and see
various kinds of fragrant and blossoming flowers.
10:00 After that walk to Warorot Market “Kad Luang” This is the Main local market.
The market has been with Chiang Mai city for more than 100 years. Inside the market, we will be tasting fresh seasonal tropical fruits, freshly made Northern Thai sausage-Sai Oua and wash it all down with the famous Thai Iced Tea which is made according to local taste.
11:30 arrive at local Restaurant for try the most famous local dish, Khao soi, Was one of the main reasons for traveling to Chiang Mai. The main ingredients are freshly made red curry paste, turmeric powder, and curry power.
13:00 Take “Song Taew”” to the three kings Monument, located inside the city walls
Try Coconut sorbet made from real coconut water
Transfer back to the hotel.
Stop At:
• Wat Chai Mongkhon, 133 Charoenprathet Road Changkhlan, Chiang Mai Thailand
• Mae Ping River, Chiang Mai Thailand
• Warorot Market (Kad Luang), between Thapae Road and Chang Moi Road In the north of Nawarat Bridge and the west side of Ping River, Chiang Mai Thailand
• Tha Pae Walking Street, Rachadamnoen Road Si Phum, 50200 Thailand
Sample Menu
• Khao soi – freshly made red curry paste, turmeric powder, and curry power. is accompanied by a fresh lime wedge, shallots, pickled cabbage, and roasted chilis.
• fruit
• Sai Oua – Northern Thai sausage
• Thai Iced Tea
• Coconut sorbet – made from real coconut water
