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CNX103 - MAE HONG SORN PACKAGE

CNX 103 MAE HONG SORN PACKAGE - 3 DAYS/2 NIGHTS

This guided tour will bring you to Mae Hong Sorn, the picturesque province in the northwest of the country. One way will be travelled by overland through the mountain wilderness and return by a short flight.
Daily departure from Chiang Mai, minimum 2 persons, private tour

DAY 1 CHIANG MAI - MAE HONG SORN

Early morning pick up from the hotel, airport or railway station and leave Chiang Mai. Full day tour on some steep and winding roads through the mountain wilderness. Do various stops on the way, such as at an orchid farm and a local countryside market, but also at the giant Thum Lot cave near Soppong. On route you will see Lisu- and Lahu hill tribe villages as well. Finally arrive at the resort in Mae Hong Sorn late afternoon. Overnight.

DAY 2 MAE HONG SORN

Enjoy a scenic boat- or raft trip (it's your choice) on the Pai River. Afterwards drive to the Burmese border area and visit one of the Paduang "longneck" villages. Some women of this tribe elongate their necks by adding brass neck rings annually from an early age. An optional elephant ride through the jungle can be arranged. Go on and visit the small town of Mae Hong Sorn with its colourful Shan temples such as Wat Doi Kong Moo on hill top with great views and Wat Jong Klang at the picturesque city lake. Overnight in Mae Hong Sorn.

DAY 3 MAE HONG SORN - CHIANG MAI

There is a bit time left for more sightseeing, for example at some hot springs with opportunity to take a bath. Or just take a stroll to explore the surroundings of the resort. After lunch transfer to the airport and short flight back to Chiang Mai. Transfer to the hotel or continue your journey, depends on your further schedule.




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PRICE INCLUDES:

Air-conditioned transportation during the tour, English speaking tour guide, all transfers and excursions as mentioned in the above itinerary, accommodation at a good middle class resort/hotel incl. breakfast, half board (lunch during tours), entrance fees, air ticket Mae Hong Sorn - Chiang Mai

NOT INCLUDED:

Drinks, tips and personal expenses

REMARKS/FLEXIBILITY:

Possibility to do this tour v. v., which means on the 1st day take the flight from Chiang Mai to Mae Hong Sorn and travel back overland to Chiang Mai on the 3rd day.
As well it is possible to travel both ways overland. In this case you will take the southern route via Mae Sariang back to Chiang Mai. If you wish to do so, please let us know at the time of booking.
Accommodation in Chiang Mai before and/or after this package can be booked with us as well.

 

Photo: Shan women in the rice field near Mae Hong Sorn

Photo: Shan temple Wat Jong Klang in Mae Hong Sorn

Photo: Woman from the Paduang tribe near Mae Hong Sorn


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