Northern Hill Tribes & Villages - Thailand Travel Package

On arrival at Bangkok International airport, you will be met and transferred to your hotel. Rest of the afternoon is free at leisure. Later in the evening, enjoy popular Muay Thai or Calypso show in Asiatique. This riverfront development rivals Clarke Quay and has plenty of restaurants, shops and amusements. Overnight in Bangkok

Morning is free at leisure. Board an overnight train to Chiang Mai (potential for alternative transport during monsoon season, depending on conditions). Enjoy one of two street food crawls while in Chiang Mai.

Enjoy a visit to Doi Suthep. Today, visit Doi Suthep, the most famous temple of Chiang Mai. Nestled on a small sub peak on Doi Pui mountain the temple offers spectacular views of the city and beyond. It houses the holy relic of Lord Buddha and is flanked by enormous mythological Nagas (snakes). Rest of the evening is free at leisure. Overnight in Chiang Mai.

Trek through rugged forests and experience the wonderful diversity of this region: each village has its own language, belief system, style of dress, and traditions. Drive from Chiang Mai to Mae Malai village, where the trek will begin. After a few hours of hiking, reach the first village. We might have time to visit a local market before stopping for lunch and starting our trek. Tucked away in the hills of northern Thailand is where the most colourful and unchanged traditional communities can be found. Trek through forests and rural terrains to visit some of these diverse hilltribe villages; often, each will have their own unique language, clothing style, and belief system that differs significantly from those of neighbouring tribes. You are well looked after by your local guides, who take the responsibility of preparing all meals and carrying food supplies.

Trek 2-3 hrs and, after lunch, head to a Karen village to learn about traditional basket weaving and scarf-making. Continue trekking another few hours to the next village for the night. You will also have the chance to fish at Mae Tang River using local tools; learn how to construct a bamboo raft.

After breakfast, leave the village by bamboo raft, stopping at other villages along the way. Meet the van after lunch and head back to Chiang Mai for some free time to explore.Board the traditional bamboo raft for a leisurely ride down the Mae Tang River. Reach the Lahu hill tribe village near Ban Pong Ngan. Enjoy a visit with the locals here and learn about the life and unique culture of the Lahu tribe.  

Opt to go shopping, enjoy a Thai massage, or explore Chiang Mai's many temples. Board an overnight train to Bangkok (potential for alternative transport during monsoon season, depending on conditions).

Today, you will be transferred to the airport for your return flight back home.