06 DAYS, CHIANGMAI AND MAE HONG SON

Itinerary

Itinerary in detail:

DAY 01: BANGKOK/CHIANGMAI(D)

Upon arrival, you would be met and transferred to hotel.
This afternoon, we visit the Tribal Research Institute on the Chiangmai University for the hilltribes museum before spending our time at Doi Suthep situated on a hill overlooking Chiangmai and the surrounding valley. 
Tonight, you will be treated to a traditional Khantok dinner with cultural performance.
Do not miss out the night bazaar tonight!

DAY 02: CHIANGMAI (B)

In the morning, visit the famous handicraft village and factories where you will see the local silk and cotton weaving industry and observe how deft fingers transform bamboo, paper, silk and paint into beautiful umbrellas and learn more about the skills in woodcarving and how to make lacquered boxes and silverware.
The afternoon is free at leisure.

DAY 03: CHIANGMAI/MAE HONG SON(B)

Morning, transfer to the airport for your flight.

Upon arrival, meet and transfer to hotel. 
Mae Hon Son is a peaceful township and the center of the hilltribes of Northern Thailand. This afternoon, visit the Burmese style temples, Wat Jong Kham and Wat Jong Klang which houses 100 year-old glass paintings and woodcarvings from Burma.

DAY 04: MAE HONG SON(B,L,D)

Have a leisurely breakfast at hotel followed by a full day of soft adventure and culture. We enjoy a long-tailed boat trip along the Pai River before riding on an elephant ride through the jungle. The highlight of the day is a visit to the Long Necked Karen Hill Tribe. These "giraffe women" wear numerous brass rings around their elongated necks, an extraordinary sight!
Return to town and in the late evening, visit Wat Phra Dhat Doi Kong Moo, a hilltop temple for a beautiful view of the little town.

DAY 05: MAE HONG SON/CHIANGMAI (B)

Visit the local morning market en route to the airport.

Upon arrival, meet and transfer to hotel.
The rest of the day is free for shopping or pamper yourself with a massage!

DAY 06: CHIANGMAI/DEPARTURE

The morning is free. In the afternoon, you would be met and transferred to the airport.