Highlights
Chiang Rai, Doi Tung, Mae Sai, the Golden Triangle, Chiang Mai, Wat Rong Khun (White Temple), Bo Sang umbrella village in San Kamphaeng, Wat Phra That Doi Suthep and the smiling Buddha.
Itinerary
Day 1 Bangkok – Chiang Rai, Doi Tung, Mae Sai, Golden Triangle
- 05.30Meet at Suvarnabhumi Airport, counter D, gate 4. The Ananda Travel team will assist you.
- 06.35Fly to Chiang Rai on AirAsia flight FD 3250.
- 09.50Arrive in Chiang Rai. Visit the cool-climate flower gardens at Mae Fah Luang, the Doi Tung royal villa and Wat Phra That Doi Tung.
- 12.00Lunch at the Wangthong Hotel restaurant (1).
- AfternoonShop at Mae Sai market, then go to Chiang Saen and the Golden Triangle, where Thailand, Myanmar and Laos meet on the Mekong.
- 19.00Dinner at a Yunnanese restaurant (2). Overnight at the Wangcome Hotel or similar.
Day 2 Chiang Rai – Wat Rong Khun – Chiang Mai – Bo Sang
- 07.00Breakfast at the hotel (3).
- 08.00Visit Wat Rong Khun, the work of artist Chalermchai Kositpipat, then drive to Chiang Mai via the Mae Kachan hot springs.
- 12.00Lunch at Bua restaurant (4).
- AfternoonSee umbrella making at Bo Sang, lacquerware, silverware and silk workshops, and shop for local products.
- 18.00Khantoke dinner (5). Overnight at the Chiang Mai Hills Hotel or similar.
Day 3 Doi Suthep – the smiling Buddha – return
- 07.00Breakfast at the hotel (6).
- 08.00See the pandas at Chiang Mai Zoo, then pay homage at Wat Phra That Doi Suthep with views over the city.
- 12.00Lunch (7).
- AfternoonVisit the “smiling Buddha” at Wat Umong Thera Chan, whose face shows nine expressions as the light changes.
- 17.30Fly back to Bangkok on AirAsia FD 3237.
- 18.40Arrive safely in Bangkok.
Included
- Air-conditioned van throughout
- Return air ticket
- Meals as listed
- Two hotel nights
- Guide throughout
- Travel insurance
- Entrance fees
Not included
- Personal phone calls, laundry, minibar and anything outside the programme
Note: The programme may change with the weather; your safety comes first.
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