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Chiang Mai & The Golden Triangle
Short Break Adventures (what does this mean?)
01/01/2010 to 31/12/2010
Prices from CAD$385 Twin and CAD$460 Single Prices from USD$355 Twin and USD$425 Single
$250 deposit required, remaining balance collected 60 days prior to departure.
3 days
Count the temples in Chiang Mai, Watch baby elephants at bath time, Visit the infamous Golden Triangle, Admire the elaborate dress of the Akha hilltribe, Experience the laidback lifestyle of North Thailand.
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Experience the charm of Thailand’s north on this journey to the infamous Golden Triangle. Climb the dragon staircase to Doi Suthep, ride elephants in the jungle, meet friendly Akha tribespeople and stand on the confluence of the Mekong and Ruak rivers as you watch the Golden Triangle unfurl below. Taking in the rich history, scenic beauty, melting pot of cultures and range of regional cuisines, this short adventure travels through all the best bits of the fascinating north.
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3 days
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You are required to carry your pack on and off trains and buses, up hotel steps, etc. Your itinerary may include easy paced walks or bike rides, but these are on mainly flat ground.
The trip includes a range of accommodation, such as basic hotels with western facilities or overnight trains. Days of being on the move are well interspersed, communication with the outside world is ever-present and a wide variety of food is commonly available.
3 Breakfasts, 2 Lunches Compulsory Loi Kratong, Christmas Day and New Years Eve Dinner surcharges apply
Hotel (2 nts)
Bus, boat, walking
Short Break Adventures
Minimum 1 passenger
Departure is guaranteed
Allow USD $80 for meals not included.
01/01/2010 to 31/12/2010
Daily, subject to availability
Pick up and drop off from your centrally located Chiang Mai hotel. Please provide Hotel details at the time of booking.
Leave the bustle of Chiang Mai behind and hit the road. Stop in at an elephant camp to watch these gentle giants take their morning bath, before climbing aboard one for a ride through the surrounding forest. Browse the local markets soak up the atmosphere of Doi Mae Salong, which is reminiscent of a small southern Chinese village. This area is famous is famous for its Chinese tea traders, so why not sit back and enjoy a cup in a traditional tea house overlooking the mountains.
Visit where the borders of Thailand, Burma and Laos converge at the infamous Golden Triangle overlooking the Mekong River. Admire the Burmese lacquerware, gems and jade for sale at Mae Sai, the northernmost town in Thailand. Pay a visit to the fascinating opium museum, then climb onboard a longtail boat to travel along the calm waters of the Khong River. Visit an Akha hilltribe village and the old city of Chiang Saen.
Pay a visit to Chiang Rai's sparkling white Wat Rong Khun before cooling of in the Sankampaeng hot springs. Back in Chiang Mai there's plenty to see and do. Whether lingering at glittering temples, slurping on a spicy curry or haggling over handicrafts, this city offers a treasure trove of unique sights and activities to satisfy any traveller. Call into the famous Night Bazaar to pick up a few last minute bargains or visit Wat Phra Singh to admire its unique Lanna architecture.
This trip is part of our Short Break Adventures range. As it is not a group trip it has no fixed departure dates. On the next page, select your preferred start date from the menu and our reservations team will process your booking request. Please note that Independent booking requests are subject to availability at your preferred travel time.
Itinerary
Day 1 Chiang Mai/Doi Mae SalongDay 2 Golden Triangle
Day 3 Chiang Mai
Trip Map
Most of our trips require a compulsory local payment, which is part of the contract with you (the customer) and OUT Adventures. This amount is the final payment for your trip and is to be paid in the specified currency, in cash to your leader upon arrival. The local payment is non-refundable, and is considered part of the total trip payment.
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The Local Payment is used for paying for local services such as hotels and transport.
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