From Chiang Mai: Chiang Rai and Golden Triangle Day Trip – Chiang Mai, Thailand

EXPERIENCE

Soak in the waters of the Mae Kajan hot springs and visit the White Temple on this day trip from Chiang Mai. Ride in an air-conditioned coach or van. Savor and authentic Thai lunch, tasty snacks, and fresh fruits. Go to a market on Don Sao Island, the Opium House Museum, and the Long Neck tribe.

Depart Chiang Mai and journey towards Chiang Rai, stopping at the hot springs of Mae Kajan to soak your feet in the healing waters. Then, visit the temple of Wat Rong Khun and marvel at is white exterior inlaid with mirrored glass.

Enter the “Golden Triangle” to see the city of Chiang Saen. Enjoy lunch at a famous restaurant before climbing aboard a boat for a ride along the Mekong River (optional). Cross into Laos and go to the market at Don Sao Island. Visit the Opium House Museum to learn more about opium and why it was once as expensive as gold. 

Get the chance to stop at a hill tribe village en route back to Chiang Mai and meet the people of the Long Neck tribes.

HIGHLIGHTS

Explore the “Golden Triangle” on the border of Thailand, Laos and Myanmar
Visit the white temple of Wat Rong Kuhn
Learn more about the opium trade of the “Golden Triangle” at the Opium House Museum
Enjoy flexibility to your itinerary and the insights of a local guide

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