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THAILAND OVERLAND PACKAGE – TOUR B (escorted)
7 days … Mae Hong Sorn, Chiang Mai & Chiang Rai |
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| All Inclusive Tour Features |
- Sup. 1st class & 1st class accommodations throughout
- Meals: 7 breakfast (B), 6 lunches (L) & 6 dinners (D)
- Mae Hong Sorn, the Long Neck Karen
- Chiang Rai, the famous golden triangle
- Chiang Mai, splendid mountain scenery and tropical jungle
of the “Rose of the North”
- Comprehensive sightseeing of each city's highlights
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| Detailed Itinerary |
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| Day 1, Mon: Depart Chiang Mai / Mae Hong Sorn – meals: (B,L,D) |
Depart Chiang Mai. Your tour begins at approx. 10.00 a.m. today from Chiang Mai. You will drive through spectacular jungle-clad mountains with stops at Orchid and butterfly farm and Fish Cave. Arrive Mae Hong Sorn, home to many Shan people.
HOTEL: TARA, MAE HONG SORN or similar |
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| Day 2, Tue: Mae Hong Sorn (Long Neck Karen Village) – meals: (B,L,D) |
| A full day to enjoy the picturesque landscape of Mae Hong Sorn, with its surrounding mist shrouded mountains. You will experience an unforgettable ride through the jungle on elephant back! We will drive into the countryside in “pick-up” vans which can negotiate narrow roads. A ride through the jungle will bring you to one of the most colorful hill tribe villages, home to the Long Neck Karens. |
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| Day 3, Wed: Mae Hong Sorn/Chiang Mai – meals: (B,L,D) |
In the morning, visit the early morning fresh market and witness the traditional Buddhist offering. Afterwards, sightseeing of Burmese temples on the lakeside, Wat Jong Kam and Wat Jong Klang and a drive up to visit Wat Phra Dhat Doi Kongmoo on the mountain top with breathtaking views of this sleepy town. We will take a noon flight from Mae Hong Sorn to Chiang Mai. Tonight, enjoy a Kantoke dinner and show.
HOTEL: EMPRESS or ORCHID
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| Day 4, Thu: Chiang Mai – meals: (B,L,D) |
| A full day to enjoy the delights of Chiang Mai and in the morning climb 290 steps to the hill top Doi Suthep which offers spectacular views of the Chiang Mai area. Afternoon, continue to the district of Sankampaeng, home to Chiang Mai’s famous cottage industries. Watch how artisans continue to make their products by hand such as silk fabrics, multi-colored umbrellas, Thai celadon, Woodcarvers and lacquerware. |
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| Day 5, Fri: Chiang Mai/Golden Triangle – meals: (B,L,D) |
Drive north towards Chiang Rai through splendid mountain scenery and tropical jungle. On the way, we stop at Mae Ka Chan, famous for a hot spring. After lunch, visit several villages and visit the Yao Hill tribe villages.
HOTEL: IMPERIAL GOLDEN TRIANGLE or similar
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| Day 6, Sat: Golden Triangle/Mae Sai – meals: (B,L,D) |
| Drive to Mae Sai, Thailand’s northernmost town on the Burma border. You can watch Thai and Burmese people walking across the bridge separating the two countries. Next visit will be to Chiang Saen, where evidence of the original 13th century city can still be seen. We will enjoy this lovely setting on the banks of the Mekong River; a tranquil spot with charming old temples and finely carved figurines. After lunch, visit the heart of the renowned Golden Triangle where the Ruak and Mekong Rivers meet. |
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| Day 7, Sun: Depart Chiang Rai (B) |
| Transfer to the airport for your onward flight. |
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| Departs every Monday (minimum 2 person) |
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| Pricing |
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Sharing twin or triple: $1,160 per person
Single room: $1,390 per person
Sharing triple child (2-12 yrs): $870 per person
*Tour prices are subject to change
*Tour prices inclusive of airfare from Chiang Mai to Mae Hong Sorn
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