Lanna Experience Private Tour

Itinerary

• Day 1: Chiang Mai – Doi Suthep – Mae Taeng

  Depart for the mountain temple of Wat Prathat Doi Suthep, the most famous landmark of Chiang Mai. Afterwards drive up the mountain by songtaew pick-up truck onto a rough dirt road to the Chang Khien Coffee Research Project for a cup of the local arabica. Continue to the white Hmong village of Chang Khien. On arrival at Lisu Lodge, receive a traditional welcome and then join a local Lisu guide for a walk through the village. Afterwards visit the museum created by the villagers and watch a short dance performance by both Lisu and Akha tribes. L, D.

• Day 2: Mae Taeng – Phrao

  Depart for a guided bike tour around the Lisu Lodge area and then drive to an elephant camp for a one hour ride through beautiful mountain scenery. After a picnic lunch jump on an inflatable raft for a pleasant cruise on the Mae Tang River before a transfer to Phrao via Mae Hor Phra and Bua Tong waterfall. Arrive at Khum Lanna and be greeted by local Lanna people. Partake in a Thai cooking class and enjoy the fruits of your labours with a full four-course dinner. Finish the evening relaxing alongside the campfire. B, L, D.

• Day 3: Phrao – Chiang Mai

  Rise early for a sunrise biking trip to the early morning market at Phrao. Buy local cookies and flower garlands for the temple offering on the way back and then walk to visit a rice farmer and learn more about the rice legends. Cycle back to Khum Lanna and upon return feast on a local Lanna-style breakfast before a garden tour to collect different seasonal herbs, vegetables, and fruits for cooking for lunch. Late afternoon a range of one-hour activities are available before transfer back to Chiang Mai Airport or a hotel.

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