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Overview

Immerse in an extraordinary journey that unveils the mesmerizing wonders of Thailand's majestic landscape. This captivating tour invites you to ascend to the summit of Thailand's highest peak, where the illustrious twin royal pagodas of the revered King and Queen of Thailand gracefully stand. Behold the breathtaking panorama as you inhale the refreshing mountain air, caressed by its delightful coolness. Engulfed in the tranquility of this celestial environment, allow your senses to be serenaded by the ethereal serenity that the Mountain View bestows upon its fortunate visitors.

Indulge your adventurous spirit as you embark on a gentle trek, guiding your footsteps through the verdant expanse towards a cascading waterfall that emanates both beauty and power. Along your path, the enchanting Doi Inthanon National Park beckons, where encounters with the Hmong and Karen Hill tribes offer a rare opportunity to immerse yourself in their rich cultural heritage. Observe their intricate craftsmanship, listen to their captivating stories, and feel the warmth of their genuine hospitality. Amidst the lush embrace of the forest, find solace and respite in the charming Forest Cottage or the captivating Ob Luang, ensuring that your night is as extraordinary as the day's adventures.

As this unforgettable journey reaches its conclusion, you will be forever enchanted by the captivating allure of Thailand's natural splendor. From the majestic twin pagodas to the ethereal Mountain View, this tour immerses you in a realm of beauty and tranquility. Unearth the treasures of the Doi Inthanon National Park, forging connections with the Hmong and Karen Hill tribes, and find solace in the enchanting Forest Cottage or the captivating Ob Luang. Prepare to be captivated, as this tour promises to leave an indelible impression on your soul, forever beckoning you back to its mystical embrace.

Highlights

Explore the highest peak a Thailand with the twin royal pagodas of the King and the Queen of Thailand.
Feel lovely cool breath overlook the Mountain View
Soft trek to the waterfall and visit the Hmong & Karen Hill tribes in Doi Inthanon National Park.
Immerse yourself in the beauty of Forest Cottage or Ob Luang while spending your night here

Itinerary in Details

Day 1 Day 2 Day 3

Day 1: Chiang Mai - Doi Inthanon National Park - Nature Walk - Hmong & Karen Hilltribes (L, D)

Pick up from a hotel in Chiang Mai and drive about a half and an hour to Doi Inthanon National park, passing through various villages, rice fields and orchards.

Explore the summit, and visit to the visitor's center Nature walk at Ang Ka nature trail near the summit. Here you will see tall trees cloaked in moss, fern, orchid and other epiphytes, especially "Sphagnum Moss" and Rhododendron.

Then go down to twin Royal Pagodas: Phra Mahathat Napha Methanidon and Phra Mahathat Naphaphon Bhumisiri for lunch. Afterward hiking on Kiew Mae Pan nature trail for about 3 hrs.

Finish hiking, drive down to visit Hmong Fruits & Flowers Market before check-in at Karen Ecolodge in the Karen terrace rice field. The remaining time will be your own leisure or you can hike to visit Karen Village (about a half an hour) to see their fruit & coffee orchards and observe their still primitive lifestyle.

Dinner and overnight in huts at the Karen Ecolodge or Nature Lodge in the Doi Inthanon National Park.

Day 1: Chiang Mai - Doi Inthanon National Park - Nature Walk - Hmong & Karen Hilltribes (L, D)

Day 2: From Karen village to Karen village (B/L/D)

Your guide will prepare a delicious breakfast for you. After breakfast, we will continue our trek. Walking today will be around four to five hours. In the morning, we will walk mainly downhill to the White Karen village. You will have time to look around the community and practice your language skills while your guide prepares lunch. After lunch, we will walk up and down through the forest until we reach the Karen village of Huay Khao Lip. This is a small and quiet village. Your guide will ask you to assist you with the preparation of dinner tonight. He will explain the herbs and ingredients he uses. After dinner, you will visit a village house to get to know some of the villagers. Overnight in the village.

Day 3: Baan Huay Khao Lip – Chiang Mai (B/L)

After early morning breakfast, we will say goodbye to the village and trek uphill for almost one hour. Then it is another hour downhill to a pretty waterfall where we will spend some time relaxing, swimming, and enjoying nature. After this, we will continue to the Karen Village Baan Mae Sa Pok.
Bamboo rafting on the Wang River
After lunch, we will drive to a rafting camp for a 45 minutes bamboo raft adventure on the Mae Wang River. Bamboo rafts were, in the past, an essential means of transportation, and roads were abysmal and sometimes totally impassable in the rainy season. Enjoy a relaxed rafting trip. It is not a dangerous river, but we will ask you to wear a life jacket to be safe. After our bamboo raft trip, we will return to Chiang Mai, where you will arrive late afternoon. We hope you have enjoyed your Doi Inthanon Trek.
We will have time to look around before making our way back to Chiang Mai.

Trip notes

Included:

Accommodation with daily breakfast
Services of a driver and private air-conditioned vehicle during all tours and transfers
Experienced English-speaking guide during all tours and transfers
Entrance fees for all visits as mentioned in the itinerary
Meals (B/L/D) (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner) as indicated in the program
02 bottles of mineral water per person per day on bus - on days of transfer and sightseeing only