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This
itinerary offers an in-depth experience covering
the whole northern regions of Thailand. We
explore the beautiful Doi Suthep Temples,
the handicraft workshops for which Chiang
Mai is best known, the splendid mountain scenery,
the wide array of minority hilltribe people,
including the Karen, Lisu and Lahu as well
as the infamous Golden Triangle. |
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| CNX-04 |
LEGEND
OF THE NORTH |
| Duration:
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9
Days / 8 Nights Package |
| Route: |
Chiang
Mai - Pai - Mae Hongson - Chiang Dao - Tha Ton
- Chiang Rai - Chiang Mai |
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| DAY
01 |
ARRIVAL
- CHIANG MAI |
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On arrival
at Chiang Mai Airport, you are met and transferred
to hotel. In spite of Chiang Mai being the
second largest city in Thailand and the modern
capital of the north, the friendliness of
the people, the vibrant night bazaar, the
interesting old town and the international
feel never seems to fail to captivate travelers.
No activities planned for this afternoon,
however our guide is on hand to advise some
available options. Overnight in Chiang Mai. |
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Meals: none |
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| DAY
02 |
DOI
SUTHEP TEMPLE - HOME INDUSTRIES |
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Today we spend
a full day seeing some major sights of Chiang
Mai. After a short drive we embark on a walk
to the famous Doi Suthep Mountain, leading
us to the magnificent temple of Wat Prathat
near the summit. At an elevation of over 1,000
m , the temple grounds affords a panoramic
view over the surrounding countryside. We
follow this with a visit to the old and new
parts of the town featuring the great diversity.
The “Rose of the North”, Chiang
Mai has been always noted for exquisite handicrafts
whose the combination with the traditional
wares of the hill tribe people offers fantastic
shopping opportunities. Heading out of town
we drive to the neighbouring villages of Sankampaeng
and Borsarng to see the various cottages industries
including silk weaving, wood carving, silver
ware and umbrellas making. Overnight in Chiang
Mai. |
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Meals: B |
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03 |
CHIANG
MAI - PAI MAE HONGSON |
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The exciting
adventure begins as we depart the town and
drive through the breathtaking mountain landscape
to Mae Hong Son. Along the way we make stop
over at a hot stream nearby Ban Papae before
we head towards Pai. There is plenty to see
in this beautiful area , some of which are
the Lisu Hilltribe Village, the Tam Lod Cave,
the Lahu Hilltribe Village. We follow this
with a trip to the Fish Cave, where thousands
of carps live an undisturbed life. On arrival
in Mae Hong Son we stroll around the town
to soak up the pleasant climate and catch
our first glimpse. The Burmese influence is
prevalent as this town is bordered by the
Union of Myanmar to the north and the west.
Overnight in Mae Hong Son. |
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Meals: B,
L |
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| DAY
04 |
ELEPHANT
RIDE - KAREN VILLAGE - LONG NECKED VILLAGE |
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Upon leaving
the town we set off on a rough drive by pick-up
truck to the Karen hill tribe village of Baan
Nai Soi. At this small village we change our
transport when we take a short but exciting
elephant ride through the unspoiled forest
to the Padong hilltribe village. This ethnic
group still retains their old age cultural
traditions as most of women attempt to have
long neck by wearing numerous brass rings
around their neck from an early age. We embark
on our truck again for a short drive to Sop
Soi and enjoy a longtail boat for a leisurely
trip downstream on the Pai River which also
provides us a taste of the tranquil countryside
and an interesting view of rural life close
up. Overnight in Mae Hong Son. |
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Meals: B,
L |
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| DAY
05 |
MAE
HONGSON - CITY & TEMPLES - CHIANG MAI |
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The sightseeing
tour of Mae Hong Son would not be complete
without a visit to Wat Jong Kham and Wat Jong
Klang, just some of the town's most famous
Burmese style monastaries. The first structure
was constructed around 200 year ago by the
Shan people whilst Wat Jong Klang houses an
old glass painting and many wood carvings
which depict the various lives of Buddha.
A next stop is Doi Kong Moo, which dominates
the town and therefore affords a wonderful
view of surrounding areas. We then travel
by roads back to Chiang Mai. The journey is
long , but we can make stop as we please,
to stretch our legs and shoot some wonderful
pictures. Overnight in Chiang Mai. |
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Meals: B,
L |
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| DAY
06 |
CHIANG
MAI - ELEPHANT SHOWS - CHIANG DAO CAVE |
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Heading out
of the town we begin our rough drive for an
hour and half to the northern hill region
around Chiang Dao, which is home to a wide
array of hill tribe groups. The roads conditions
are poor, however the breathtaking mountain
scenery make for an interesting day. Along
the way we stop at an elephant camp to see
these huge animals bathing and handling timber
before we enjoy an elephant ride through the
forest to the hill tribe villages. We get
well off the beaten track as we walk around
the area, visiting the Red Lahu, Lisu, Karen
and Akha people. These ethnic minorities still
retain their age old cultural traditions,
and are recognisably distinct from each other
by their dress. Overnight in Chiang Dao. |
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Meals: B,
L, D |
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07 |
CHIANG
DAO - THATON - BOAT TRIP TO CHIANG RAI |
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An early morning
departure to the sleepy riverside town of
Thaton on the banks of Mae Kok River. At this
small village we board a longtail cruising
downstream to Chiang Rai. This river trip
takes anything from three to five hour depending
the season. No matter how long it will take
us, it is still a memorable experience as
we pass by the breathtaking mountain landscapes
and see many hill villages. After checking
hotel in Chiang Rai we enjoy a short visit
to the impressive Ethnologic Museum which
is dedicated to the region’s ethnic
groups, some of which we have met on our excursion.
Overnight in Chiang Rai. |
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Meals: B,
L |
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| DAY
08 |
CHIANG
RAI - GOLDEN TRIANGLE - MAESEI - CHIANG MAI |
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The royal capital
of the ancient Lanna Kingdom, Chiang Saen
is nestled on the Mekong riverbank which is
now the border between Thailand and Laos.
Today we travel by roads to Chiang Saen with
a stopover at Ban Kiu Kaan , a white Hmong
ethnic minority village close to Chieng Khong.
Arriving in Chiang Saen we visit the town’s
major sights, including Wat Phrathat Jom Kitti,
Wat Chedi Luang and a nearby museum. Heading
out of the town we drive through some verdant
and rugged mountain scenery to the famous
Golden Triangle in which powerful warlords
have fought for control the opium trade. After
exploring the border town of Mae Sai we return
to Chiang Mai. The drive is long , but views
are fantastic. Overnight in Chiang Mai. |
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Meals: B,
L |
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| DAY
09 |
CHIANG
MAI - DEPARTURE |
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There is a
free time for your own exploration of the
town and catching up on some shopping areas.
The trip ends after transfer to airport for
departure. |
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Meals: B |
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END
OF TOUR |
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| PACKAGE
PRICE INCLUDES
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·
Domestic
air tickets Bangkok
- Chiang Mai Round
Trips by TG
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Accommodations
at hotel based
on twin sharing.
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Air
conditioned mini
van.
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Meals
as indicated on
the itinerary.
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Elephant
ride, Boat trip.
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Sight
seeing as the
itinerary including
admission fee.
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Entry
fee for Long Neck
hill tribe village.
·
English
& Hilltribes
speaking local
guide.
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Trip
Insurance
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| Price
doesn't include
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·
Meals other than
those mentioned
in the program.
·
Personal items
& hotel incidental
charges.
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Personal drinks
at the meal times.
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Bottles water
during trekking.
Drinks.
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Gratuities to
the guide, driver
or hotel's porter.
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Legend of the North
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Number
of Persons
(Private Tours) |
Single
Sup. |
Remark &
Expire |
| CATEGORY |
1 |
2 |
3-5 |
6-8 |
| SUPERIOR
CLASS |
1684 |
1026.- |
866.- |
812.- |
254.- |
28 Feb 06 |
| FIRST
CLASS |
1595 |
980.- |
823.- |
768.- |
196.- |
28 Feb 06 |
| STANDARD
CLASS |
1536 |
962.- |
782.- |
715.- |
175.- |
28 Feb 06 |
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| Hotel's
List |
| CITY |
SUPERIOR |
FIRST |
STANDARD |
| CHIANGMAI |
Imperial Maeping |
Empress Hotel |
Holiday Garden |
| MAE
HONGSON |
Imperial Thara |
Rooks Hotel |
Mountain Inn |
| CHIANG
DAO |
Baan Krating |
Baan Krating |
Baan Krating |
| CHIANG
RAI |
Legend
Chiang Rai |
Rimkok
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Wangcome |
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