Stepping back in time to witness a way of life preserved for thousands of years is the reason many come to trek among the rich mountain scenery of the hill tribe villages near Chaing Mai and Chaing Rai. The modernised city of Chaing Mai with over 300 temples and its old quarter has retained many of its traditional features including wooden houses, markets, handicrafts and the opportunity to experience traditional t’ai chi, massage and yoga. Chaing Rai, with its beautiful hills overlooking the Kok River, is also home to a representation of the Buddhist layout of the universe. However, it is the hill tribes in their exquisitely crafted costumes which make this region so fascinating.
Recommended accommodation
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Four Seasons Chiang Mai
Overlooking the green rice paddies of the Mae Rim Valley, 45 minutes from Thailand’s northern capital, Four Seasons Chiang Mai boasts 64 spacious Lanna style pavilions.
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Four Seasons Tented Camp Golden Triangle
Deep in exotic bamboo jungle, where three countries meet, the Four Seasons Golden Triangle offers a one-of-a-kind experience located in Chiang Rai
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Mandarin Oriental Dhara Devi
Nestled into sixty acres of serene landscape incorporating rice paddies, plantations and forest, lies the Mandarin Oriental Dhara Dhevi.
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Orient Express Trains - Thailand
Travelling between Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand and Laos, the elegant Eastern & Oriental Express carriages boast luxurious, colonial cabins that hark back to the 1920s.
Sample itinerary
DAY 1 - 2 Bangkok
Fly into Bangkok & explore the bustling city, visit the Royal Palace, floating markets, temples, museums & ride in a tuk-tuk
DAY 2 - 5 Chiang Mai
Travel on the Orient-Express Train to Chiang Mai to visit the hill tribes, temples, elephant camps & markets in the beautiful countryside
DAY 5 - 8 Coasts
Fly to the East or West coast for a relaxing last few days exploring the area, diving & snorkelling & elephant trekking.
Fly home
Prices start from £2,380 including flights.
Please call us for a bespoke itinerary and quotation.
