Tour Detail

4-3 NORTH - 4 DAYS 3 NIGHTS - CHIANG MAI (2) - CHIANG RAI (1) PRIVATE

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DAY 1 - CHIANG MAI - ARRIVAL - DOI SUTHEP, CITY TEMPLES, SONG OF THE MONKS. (L.)

DAY 2 - CHIANG MAI - SANCTUARY OF THE ELEPHANTS. JOIN GROUP IN ENGLISH (Transfers and Guide by the Sanctuary) (B.L.)

DAY 3 - CHIANG MAI - CHIANG RAI GUIDED TOURS. (B.L.).

DAY 4 - CHIANG RAI. TRANSFER. (B.)

Day 1

CHIANG MAI - ARRIVAL - DOI SUTHEP, CITY TEMPLES , MONKS CHANTING. (L.)

Arrival at the airport in Chiang Mai. Meeting with the guide and transfer to the hotel. At 12:00 meeting with the guide, transfer to the restaurant for lunch.

The visit to Chiang Mai can only begin with its most famous temple, Wat Pratat Doi Suthep, located on a mountain from which you can enjoy a panoramic view of the hilly area of ​​Chiang Mai. Built in the early 19th century Buddhist (now we are 26th), the beauty of Wat Phra That Doi Suthep is marked by seven-headed snake statues flanking the stairs to the temple where there is a golden Chiang Saen style pagoda and all its exquisite Lanna architecture. The view of Chiang Mai from here is simply phenomenal.

We return to the city where the past is not only made up of stories and old moldy history books, it is a very real part of everyday life. The city is defined by a 600-year-old moat, is located in the shadow of a monastery built in the 14th century and is dotted with temples built by kings in past centuries. In ancient times, kings-built temples to demonstrate not only their devotion, but also their wealth and power. Temples served not only as faith centers, but also as schools and hospitals. Today temples are still a central part of Thai life, and the sacred structures of Chiang Mai are living places that breathe as priceless bridges to the past, keeping people tied to the timeless traditions of their ancestors. The visit includes Wat Pra Singh, Wat Chedi Luang, Wat Chiang Man. During the visit, we also could observe the monks singing, perfectly in unison, their prayers that resonate throughout the room and that make the experience truly spiritual.

The return to the hotel is scheduled at 17:30 approx.

Day 2

DAY 2 - CHIANG MAI - SANCTUARY OF THE ELEPHANTS. JOIN GROUP IN ENGLISH (Transfers and Guide by the Sanctuary) (B.L.)

Breakfast at the hotel

Today we have a beautiful day at an elephant sanctuary, to get to know this Pachyderm better, a half-day visit that offers visitors a pleasant experience with the opportunity to spend time with elephants in their natural environment, and have an overview of their history and their behavior, thus creating pleasant memories for their time spent with these wonderful animals. who will accompany you throughout your life

APPROXIMATE ITINERARY

07:00 Pick up in your hotel or accommodation

You drive approximately 1.5 hours south of Chiang Mai through rolling hills, forests and local agricultural areas.

08:30 Arrival at the Elephant Jungle Sanctuary. Discover the elephants and change into traditional Karen clothes.

09:00 Meeting with the elephants. Feed them, interact and play with elephants in a natural environment while learning about their behavior and story. Take photos with elephants.

09:45 Mud Spa with elephants

10:30 am Walk with the elephants on the river and wash them.

11:30 Lunch with a traditional meal and then greeting the elephants.

12:00 Leave the Elephant Jungle Sanctuary and drive for about 1.5 hours to Chiang Mai.

13:30 Return to the hotel.

Free afternoon for individual activities.

Day 3

CHIANG MAI - CHIANG RAI GUIDED TOURS. (B.L.).

Breakfast at the hotel

At 07:00 Meeting with the guide, then we will start the path that takes us to Chiang Rai, after a first stop at the Hot Spring in Mae krachan, the visit to the White Temple or Wat Rong Khun will follow. One of the many religious places in Chiang Rai. Originated from the great devotion of the famous Thai artist Chalermchai Kosipipat, the temple is dedicated to the Lord Buddha with the intention of building an attainable paradise on earth which represents justice and encouragement of good karma. As for the exceptional quality in the art and the extremely elaborate architecture, the hall dedicated to the assemblies of Wat Rong Khun is different from any other temple in terms of having both the apexes of the carved pediment and the tooth-shaped crests. The hall itself is mostly built in pure white, illustrative of the Buddha's purity. The sparkling clear mirror glass serves as the wisdom of the Awakened who shines on earth and the universe. Along with these elements, there are sophisticated murals by Chalermchai himself that should not be lost.

The exploration of this province, the northernmost of Thailand, continues with the famous Golden Triangle, the point where the borders of Myanmar (ancient Burma), Thailand and Laos meet. It is located 9 kilometers north of Chiang Saen, along the road along the Mekong River. Sop Ruak is the place where the Mekong River (border with Laos) meets the Ruak River (border with Burma). In the past, the Golden Triangle was the world's leading source of drug trafficking due to its privileged position linked to the opioid-producing countries. Today it is a popular tourist attraction.

The visit includes Wat Phra That Pu Khao which offers a wonderful view of the Golden Triangle, the Mekong River and the forested mountains. Two large multi-headed Naga snakes at the bottom of the staircase protect the temple. We continue with the Opium Museum, often confused with the opium room, the House of Opium or the Opium House is made up of numerous antiques linked to the Golden Triangle of Chiang Rai. The opium trade was introduced by hill tribes who had emigrated from neighboring countries. Trade has been officially banned now and the government is promoting the growth of alternative crops. House of Opium tools of interest include opium tubes, knives, opium boxes, weights and scales, cushions and mats. In addition to these you can also see the delicious poppy flowers which are the main source of opium production. The museum exhibits and educates visitors on the production of opium and its use in the life of the tribal people of the hills, from the visit we can learn a lot about the history of opium since it developed in this notorious location.

Lunch is served in a local restaurant.

In the afternoon as we head to the hotel, we stop to visit the Yao and Akha ethnic minorities living in the Mae Chan district.

Arrival in the selected hotel and accommodation in reserved rooms. Overnight at the hotel in Chiang Rai

Day 4

CHIANG RAI. TRANSFER. (B.)

Breakfast at the hotel. Room available until 12:00. Two hours before the flight, meet with our driver and transfer to Chiang Rai airport.