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2 days
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From Chiang Mai, discover the authentic rural life of northern Thailand in two beautiful valleys located north of the city. First, you'll explore the Chiang Dao valley, offering stunning views of Thailand’s third-highest peak, caves and Buddhist sanctuary. Hike on a trail linking two hill-tribe villages and visit a local family. The second day you'll hike the Mae Taeng highlands on forestry trails offering scenic views of the valley below. Have lunch at a local house and get to taste locally grown tea or coffee. On both days, you'll hike in different regions, offering a better approach of the nature and culture. A perfect trip for nature and adventure lover's.
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
Participants should be able to hike 3 hours each day
Overnight at Le Cocotier Resort (or Riverside Homestay)
LUNCH
Lunch
Thai lunch at local restaurant
DINNER
Dinner
Set Thai dinner at the hotel
Active Thailand Day Trips
Meeting at your hotel or our office. Drive one and half hour (80km) to reach the Chiang Dao valley.
Chiang Dao
Arrive at the village, our adventure's starting point. We will embark on an easy 1.5-hour walk in the hills to reach another village. During the hike, we will provide insights into the culture, customs, and lifestyles of the villagers, as well as their origins. Once we finish, we will meet our vehicle and transfer to a restaurant for lunch.
Chiang Dao Cave
In the afternoon, we will explore the Chiang Dao caves and a nearby Buddhist sanctuary. The cave system consists of three chambers, and we will be guided through two of them using kerosene lights. For those who prefer not to enter the caves, we can visit the main chamber via an easy pathway. Subsequently, we'll hike up to a stunning viewpoint temple that is part of the Buddhist sanctuary.
Mae Taeng
Transfer by vehicle to the Mae Taeng valley and our hotel, Le Cocotier Resort, for overnight.
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
set breakfast at hotel
LUNCH
Lunch
Thai food/local restaurant
Mae Taeng
We will drive to the trek's starting point in the highlands above the Mae Taeng valley. Our trek will take us three hours along a jungle path, offering breathtaking views of the valley below and Doi Luang Chiang Dao. We will enjoy a lunch experience at a local home in the village. For those interested, an optional additional hour of hiking is available to reach the vehicle. Afterwards, we will have afternoon tea with a view of the jungle before transferring back to Chiang Mai city.
Chiang Mai
Drop off at your hotel in the city!
Pickup included
Dinner
Breakfast
One night accommodation at hotel. Garden view room (1 room per family when booking with children)
Experienced English speaking tour guide
All visits/excursions as mentioned in program
Beverages at local restaurants/shops/hotels.
Guides tips/gratuities
Select a pickup point
If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
1 review
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Helen v,Jan 26, 2023
- Review from Viator
We had a great time during this tour! On the first day we hiked through some local farms and villages. The second day we hiked in the jungle for half a day. It's a great way to get to see some local culture as we hardly saw any other tourists. Our guide was very friendly and experienced. We would happily book this trip again!






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