ITINERARY
 

This trip is well organized but relaxed. In order to give you the best experience and maximum time doing your preferred activities, there’s not a set schedule. We are flexible to accommodate a different order should you want to spend more time in an activity or change your schedule. The day may feel less structured than what you’re used to but rest assured, you’ll get a chance to experience everything!
 

PICK UP TIME & DROP OFF TIME

We will pick you up from your accommodation or any convenient location in Chiang Mai city. Pick-up time ~7:30 am.

CHIANG DAO CAVE
One of Thailand's most famous temples is the Chang Dao cave, it runs deep into the mountain that broods over the small town of Chiang Dao. The cave complex is made up of five caves extending more than 10 km into the Chiang Dao mountain.

WAT THAM PHA PLONG TEMPLE

The Picturesque Wat Tham Pha Plong temple can be reached by 500 steps, along the trail there are posted inspiring Buddhist quotes which are also written in English. The golden stupa is located on a mountain and offers breathtaking views from the top, the actual temple is inside a cave.

VISIT LOCAL MARKET
Stop to visit the Mae Malai market on the way, this is a colorful and exotic market, where the local people and the hill tribes meet and trade their goods like fresh fruits, vegetables, and flowers.

SRI SAN WAN STICKY WATERFALL
This multi-tiered waterfall in the Chang Dao National Park is a perfect place to relax, and experience the magnificent Thai jungle without large groups of tourists. The stones are made from limestone and mineral deposits which makes it very easy to climb.

LOCAL LUNCH

Picnic near the waterfall in the jungle

PA DENG NATIONAL PARK – HOTSPRINGS

The Pong Arng Hot Springs contains three different natural springs: two hot springs (51 C and 58 C), and one cold spring. You can enjoy the springs at an area that contains two stone pools, filled with fresh sulphuric spring water. Locals use a technique of alternating between soaking in a hot pool and stepping into a cold shower to achieve an ultimate state of relaxation.

 
VIEWING POINT WIANG HAENG

Make a stop at a beautiful viewing point at Wiang Haeng, after enjoying some
tea or coffee we will continue our drive.

MAE PAEM VILLAGE  

Late in the afternoon, we will arrive in Ban Mae Paem, a traditional Karen village where you will stay overnight. You will meet your host family and cook dinner together with them.

STAY OVERNIGHT IN HOMESTAY  

You can stay overnight in the house of the host family, a traditional wooden Karen house on poles or in a cob-house located next to the house of the host family.

BREAKFAST  

Wake up by the sound of the roaster and enjoy a freshly made breakfast by your tour guide.

 

CEREMONY

Karen wrist tying ceremony is one of the ancient traditions of the Karen hill tribe people. It is not only a Karen Buddhist/Animist tradition that we maintain and celebrate but rather a reminder to citizens of all nationalities of that we can live together in unity and strength.

TREKKING

Go deep into the jungle and learn how to survive! Trek, cook, explore and enjoy being in nature at it’s most alive and exciting. The local tour guide from the village will explain more about the medicinal herbs they are using.

 

JUNGLE STYLE LUNCH

Learn how to prepare a jungle-style lunch, and cook over the fire in bamboo.

RETURN BACK TO CHIANG MAI

After that, we will head back down to Chiang Mai and arrive at approximately 6 pm.