Chiang Mai Family Adventure 4 Days / 3 Nights

In this Thailand package tour, your fascinating journey begins with a trishaw ride around Chiang Mai town to explore its ancient city walls, bustling markets and historic temples. Ascend the mountain by a local songtaew to sample a local Arabica brew at a hilltop coffee research project and observe the colorful hill tribe traditions at a white Hmong village. Spend a magical evening at the highly revered Wat Prathat Doi Suthep temple, where you can join the saffron-robed monks in a private blessing ceremony and take in magnificent panoramic views of a glittering town at dusk.

Duration: 4 days/3 nights

Tour Code: MTAT03

Tour Valid: Until December 30th, 2013

Highlights: Chiang Mai - Mae Taeng - Mae Kampong

• Day 1 - Arrival Chiang Mai

  Place Transport: Airplane->Car 
  Meals: Dinner

  Upon your arrival at Chiang Mai Airport, you will be welcomed by your MinMax travel guide and transferred to your hotel. This afternoon, enjoy an orientation tour of the ancient Chiang Mai town on a trishaw. We will then drive up the mountain by songtaew to visit Chang Khien Coffee Research Project and Chang Khien white Hmong village. Late this afternoon, head to Wat Prathat Doi Suthep temple to view its glided architecture before taking part in a private blessing ceremony at dusk.
  Overnight in Chiang Mai

  Day 2 - Chiang Mai - Mae Taeng - Chiang Mai

  Place Transport: Car->Elephant 
  Meals: Breakfast - Lunch

  This morning, drive north to a Lisu village where you will start a leisurely cycling excursion across the countryside. At Mae Taeng River, meet your elephant and ride on its back through the lush jungle to a scenic spot for picnic lunch. Following a brief training session, board a rubber raft and paddle down the meandering river. Disembark at an Akha hill tribe village to enjoy tea with a friendly family before cycling back to the Lisu village. Return to Chiang Mai late this afternoon.
  Overnight in Chiang Mai.

  Day 3 - Chiang Mai - Mae Kampong

  Place Transport: Car 
  Meals: Breakfast - Lunch - Dinner

  Today, drive through the picturesque countryside to Mae Kampong village in the mountains. You will be warmly received by the villagers who will lead you on a guided hike through the community forest to enjoy a picnic lunch by a cascading waterfall. There is time this afternoon for an exhilarating optional activity- The Flight of the Gibbon- a fun zip-line adventure over the tree tops. Then, return to the homestay to relax with a traditional Thai massage before joining your host family to prepare dinner.
  Overnight in Mae Kampong.

  Day 4 - Mae Kampong - Chiang Mai Departure

  Place Transport: Car->Airplane 
  Meals: Breakfast

  Rise early this morning and enjoy a hot breakfast amidst the misty valley. Accompanied by your hosts, take a walk around the village to view the processing of fermented tea leaves and making of various handicrafts. Then, return to Chiang Mai with a stop en-route at Sankampaeng Hot Springs, a popular recreation spot for locals. Finally, transfer to the Chiang Mai Airport for your onwards flight.

  The Tour Inclusion:

  - 03 Nights Accommodation.

  - Pick-ups and transfers by private air-conditioned vehicle as specified in the itinerary above.
  
  - The services of experienced English-speaking guides as indicated in the itinerary.

  - Where necessary, entry fees for all visits as mentioned in the program.

  - Lunches and dinners (as specified in the itinerary) in the best local restaurants, or picnics where no suitable restaurant is available.

  The Tour Exclusion:

  - Visas on arrival

  - International flight tickets and airport tax.

  - Dinners, except as specified above.

  - Drinks, gratuities and personal expenses.
  
  - Travel insurance 

  - Surcharge for peak season (if any) & other not mentioned in the above detail program.

  Additional Information

  Importance note
  - The itinerary is just a sample of our Thailand tours; we'll be pleased to design similar programs with dates and itinerary customized to your personal preferences in Tailor Made Tours section. Rates may vary frequently. Please contact us to get the best possible price based upon your travel period and specific touring needs.
  
  What to bring?
  - Sun Block, Wide brim hat, Camera + Film, Comfortable shoes, Rain gear, Warm clothes, original Passport...
  
  How to start?
  - MinMax Travel is a fully escorted tour and best-available all year round; the only thing you need to prepare in advance is the international air-ticket from/to your country.
  - If you don’t have enough time to complete visa before your departure, we will help you to obtain Thailand Visa on arrival easily (getting visa at the airport, on your arrival).