4D3N Chiang Mai and Chiang Rai

Upon arrival at Chiang Mai International Airport, you will be greeted and taken on a Chiang Mai city tour. Visit Baan Hor Chang Klan Mosque, the largest mosque in Chiang Mai and the hub of life for Muslims in this Thailand’s second-largest city. It was built in the 19th century by a group of Chinese people called the Chin Ho from Yunnan and still caters to this unique ethnic group. Then, you will visit the Royal Flora Garden, a garden where visitors can admire thousands of species of trees and flowers on a 80-hectare landscaped gardens (including tram). After Khum Khantoke dinner with cultural show, you will be transferred to the hotel and check in. Overnight in Chiang Mai.

After breakfast at the hotel and check out, you will be transferred to Chiang Rai. It is located approximately 200km from Chiang Mai district. En-route, enjoy your day at the Elephant Safari. Start the tour by watching the elephants show with their special talents in various ways and how they are trained to help work in the jungles. Next, experience an elephant ride into the jungle for 30 minutes. After that, take an ox-cart ride back to the elephant camp to have lunch. Then, it is a time for you to enjoy the natural surrounding along the river during the bamboo rafting. Sit back and enjoy the sights and sounds of Thailand. Next, visit and shop at the local home industries such as Gems Factory, Honey Shop, Leather Factory, Silverware Shop and Sweeties House. Stop at the Long Neck Village to explore the mysteries that surround the tradition of using brass rings for their exaggerated jewelry. Best recognized for their elongated necks, the Karen women wear heavy brass rings around their necks, forearms, and shins. Continue to Chiang Rai. After dinner, transfer to the hotel and check in. Overnight in Chiang Rai.

After breakfast at the hotel and check out, return to Chiang Mai. Along the way, visit Measai, Thailand and Myanmar border. Then, proceed to the Golden Triangle, the intersection between Mekong River and Kong River which is the gate of the borders in Thailand, Burma and Laos. Enjoy a boat trip along the Mekong River. After that, visit the Opium House that consists of numerous antiques that are related to the Golden Triangle of the Chiang Rai. The region is known for being one of the world’s two largest producers of opium, along with Afghanistan in the Golden Crescent. The museum was founded by Patcharee Srimatyakul in 1990. After a stop at White Temple for photos, continue to Chiang Mai. After dinner, transfer to the hotel and check in. Overnight in Chiang Mai.

Optional:
Entrance to Myanmar : THB1875/pax (visa is not included)
Entrance to Laos : THB375/pax

After breakfast, check-out from the hotel. You are free at your own leisure until transfer to airport for departure.
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