North Thailand
Nature and Adventure awaits you in the North of Thailand
In northern Thailand there are still a few "quiet" places to be found; places not yet well known to the majority of tourists and that retain an authentic atmosphere. An ancient culture, at home the middle of stunning natural landscapes, far away from crowded Bangkok. The North offers its own culture; numerous breathtaking Lanna temples, such as the highly revered Wat Phra in Chom Thong at the foot of Thailand's highest mountain, the Doi Inthanon, will give your holiday many unforgettable highlights. Mountain villages, the local people and, learning about they way of life will be cherished memories to take home.
North Thailand Highlights
Route: Chiang Mai - Mae Wang - Doi Tung - Chiang Rai
Duration: 5 days / 4 nights
Trip type: Private tour, starts daily from Chiang Mai
Discover the magic of Northern Thailand, its temples and markets, stunning scenery and hill-tribe villages. Enjoy an adventurous tour by 3-wheel tuk tuk along mountain roads, learning about the way of life of the local people, visiting an elephant sanctuary and taking a relaxing trip down the river on a bamboo raft.
Exotic Tribal Homestay & Nature Trek
Route: Mae Hong Son - Ban Jabo - Ban Mae Lana - Lod Cave - Mae Hong Son
Duration: 3 days / 2 nights
Trip type: Private tour, starts daily from Mae Hong Son or Pai
Starting the trip from Mae Hong Son or Pai, drive along the mountain roads and trek in the spectacular limestone mountains to see the prehistoric coffin cave. Enjoy local homestays with Black Lahu and Shan people.
North Thailand Explorer
Route: Chiang Rai - Thaton - Pai - Mae Hong Son - Chiang Mai
Duration: 7 days / 6 nights
Trip type: Private tour, starts daily from Chiang Rai
This tour starts in the northernmost province of Chiang Rai, from where you will go first to the famous Golden Triangle and then on to Thaton, on the banks of the Kok River. Continue along mountainous roads to Pai and Mae Hong Son in the northwestern corner of Thailand. Finally travel through Doi Inthanon National Park to Chiang Mai.
Chiang Mai Trekking and Biking
Route: Chiang Mai - Ban Pa-Low - Ban Mae Lana - Mae Ngag Dam - Chiang Mai
Duration: 3 days / 2 nights
Trip type: Private tour starts daily from Chiag Mai
A combination of 2 days trekking and a full day of biking; visiting a Black Lahu village with overnight at a homestay. Sleeping in a tree house on second night at Baan Mae Mea and joining with the local people of this remote area in their daily activities and learning about their farming way of life.
Karen Adventure Trekking
Route: Mae Hong Son - Doi San Fa- Doi Pui - Ban Huai Goong - Mae Hong Son
Duration: 7 days / 6 nights
Trip type: Private tour starts daily from Mae Hong Son
Adventure along mountain roads by 4WD with magnificent views from the top of the mountain. Experience a real eco-trek to the highest spot in Mae Hong Son and then a traditional Karen homestay in a non-touristic area. Enjoy the wonderful river in the middle of the forest and a hidden waterfall.
Phayao Northern Adventure
Route : Chiang Rai - Chiang Kham - Phayao - Ban Dok Bua - Chiang Mai
Duration: 7 days / 6 nights
Trip type: Private tour starts daily from Chiang Rai
If you want to explore Northern Thailand but get away from the crowds in Chiang Mai, try Phayao Province. It gets very few foreign visitors but offers great opportunities to experience the Northern culture and get close to the local people with some wonderful homestays and friendly communities to explore. Add some light trekking, ancient temples and a boat trip on Phayao Lake and you have an unforgettable holiday experience.
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