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Package Tour

CEI-01: Hilltribes, Chiang Saen, Golden Triangle & Mae Sai:

Full Day Tour (08:30 h. - 17:00 h., includes lunch)

A visit to the Akha and Yao tribes will allow visitors to experience the authentic lives of hill tribe people (the Akha originated from Tibet and are among the poorest of Thailand’s ethnic minorities, while the Yao are from China and are still influenced by Chinese traditions). The tour continues to Chiang Sean, a small crossroads town on the bank of the Mae Kong river. While here visitors can explore ruins and witness the panoramic views of the Golden Triangle. The final stop is Mae Sai, the northernmost town of Thailand situated on the border of Myanmar. While here, visitors can explore many flea markets and shops.

CEI-02: Hilltribes,,Elephant & Boat Trip:

Half Day Tour (08:30 h. - 12:00 h. or 13:30 h.-17.00 h.)

A thrilling boat ride along the Mae Kok river ends with a visit to a traditional Karen hill tribe village (this group of people originated from Burma and forms the largest hill tribe population in Thailand). While here, visitors can also enjoy a ½ hour elephant ride through the countryside before continuing on to a local hot spring. The Lahu hill tribes (originally from Tibet) can be found in this area. The return trip to Chiang Rai is via boat.

CEI-02a/b: Hilltribes, Elephant & Boat Trip and Handicrafts:

Full Day Tour (08:30 h. - 17:00 h., includes lunch)

A thrilling boat ride along the Mae Kok river ends with a visit to a traditional Karen hill tribe village (this group of people originated from Burma and forms the largest hill tribe population in Thailand). While here, visitors can also enjoy a ½ hour elephant ride through the countryside before continuing on to a local hot spring. The Lahu hill tribes (originally from Tibet) can be found in this area. The return trip to Chiang Rai is via boat. This trip also includes lunch and trips to the local market and handicraft center.

CEI-03: Doi Tung, Hill Tribes and Mae Sai:

Full Day Tour (08:30 h. - 17:00 h., includes lunch)

A breathtaking trip to the highest peak between the Thai and Myanmar border, Doi Tung provides the perfect opportunity to visit both the Lahu and Akha hill tribe villages. En route, enjoy spectacular scenes of farming terraces and admire the Palace of the Princess Mother. Located at the top is Wat Phra That Doi Tung, which offers a magnificent view of the rice field plains below. The journey continues on to Mae Sai, the northernmost town of Thailand situated on the border of Myanmar. While here, visitors can explore many flea markets and shops.

CEI-08: City & Temples:

Half Day Tour (08:30 h. - 12:00 h. or 13:30 h.-17.00 h.)

This trip offers the chance to explore the city and temples of the northernmost province of Thailand. Spread across Chiang Rai is interesting architecture that combines the influences between the Thai and Burmese styles, most importantly Wat Phra Kaew. Built in the 12th Century during the Lanna Empire, this temple is a must-see for everyone (it was here that the Emerald Buddha was discovered before it was moved to Bangkok - a replica was made and placed in the same spot where it was found).

CEI-09: Long Neck Women & Boat Trip:

Full Day Tour (08:30 h. - 17:0 h., includes lunch)

This tour offers a rare opportunity to see the Karen hill tribes which used to be found only in Mae Hon Son. This tribe includes the famous long neck women who start wearing heavy brass necklaces at very young age (a large number of rings around the neck signifies a woman of great beauty). This tribe is believed to have migrated from far North of Burma or Tibet and their weaving skills are renowned and produce beautiful and colorful garments. Next, the tour stops by the Lisu hill tribe village. This tribe is considered to be the most elaborate dressers and during festive occasions the women are endowed with massive amounts of jewelry. Lunch takes place at Tha Ton, a strategic landing point between Burma and Thailand, before the trip continues on to Phatai. This place is home to a Lahu hill tribe village and is a point where visitors will embark on the Kok River cruise. The boat cruise ends at the Pong Nam Lon Hot Springs where a car will transfer everyone back to their hotels.