Chiang Rai Experiences

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Chaing Rai Sightseeing & Temples

Delight in a guided visit to the temple of Wat Phra Kaew, the original home of Bangkok's Emerald Buddah, before a long-tailed boat ride to Tham Pra and Monk Cave. Finally, board a rickshaw for a ride through town to observe daily life and local markets.

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Chiang Rai City & Temples

Visit the main market area and Wat Phra Kaew Chiang Rai, nearby Naval Pillars and King Meng Rai's Monument. Next, explore Wat Rong Khun, known as "the white temple", inside discover its murals and paintings of Buddha and it elaborate enamel ceramic floor, while outside the lime sculpture Thai designs are decorated with small pieces of mirror that make the building sparkle in the sunlight.

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Doi Mae Salong & Hilltribes

Begin the day at the Yao and Akha Hilltribe villages, then drive up Doi Mae Salong to the Santi Kiri KMT Yunan Chinese Refugee settlement. The villagers are ethnic Chinese, descendants of KMT Nationalist Chinese army regiment that took fugitive in Thailand nearly 50 years ago. Learn about their tea plantations, visit coop stores with homemade wines, medicinal herbs and locally grown produce and discover the Japanese Sakura flowers covering the hillside.

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Doi Tung & Royal Villa

Drive up 2,000 meters to the highest mountain peak on the Thai/Burma border, Doi Tung. Meaning "Flag Peak", you'll learn about the implantation and cultivation projects started years ago. Next, explore the Mae Fah Luang Gardens, Royal Villa and Wat Phra Thad Doi Tung, regarded as a holy sanctuary.

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Hilltribe & Golden Triangle

Discover the Yao and Akha Hilltribe villages and the farthermost northern border between Thailand and Burma, Mae Sai. Delight in its bustling marketplace and enjoy lunch in a local restaurant. Next, head to the Golden Triangle, where Thailand, Burma and Laos convene at the mighty Mae Khong River. You'll also explore the Opium Museum, Chiang Saen, founded in A.D. 1260 and stunning ancient ruins and temples.

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BEHIND THE LETTERS | FD: Full-day, 7+ hours | HD: Half-day, 3 - 6 hours | M: Meals included | T: Transfers included | + This age and over welcome

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