5 days tour

Thailand Hilltribe Trek

Thailand Hilltribe Trek

This tour includes:

Meals

4 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 2 dinners

Accommodation

The style of accommodation indicated in the day-to-day itinerary is a guideline. On rare occasions, alternative arrangements may need to be made due to the lack of availability of rooms in your selected accommodation. A similar standard of accommodation will be used in these instances. Throughout the trip we request that our hotels prepare rooms in time for your arrival, especially if youโ€™re arriving prior to normal check-in time. However this isnโ€™t always possible, which means you wonโ€™t be able to check-in immediately on arrival at some hotels. Instead, you can store your luggage and explore the new destination. If youโ€™ve purchased pre-trip or post-trip accommodation (if available), you may be required to change rooms from your trip accommodation for these extra nights. Hotel (2 nights), homestay (2 nights)

Transport

Songthaew , Private vehicle

Others

Complimentary Arrival Transfer Hilltribe village visit Hilltribe - 3 days trek Hilltribe Cultural show Complimentary Airport Departure Transfer

Guide

The aim of our group leader or local representative is to take the hassle out of your travels and to help you have the best trip possible. They will be able to provide information on the places you are travelling through, offer suggestions for things to do and see, recommend great local eating venues and, where possible, introduce you to our local friends. You can expect them to have a broad general knowledge of the places visited on the trip, including historical, cultural, religious and social aspects. Your group leader or local representative will meet you on the first day for a group meeting and will then accompany you on days 2-4 on the hilltribe trek.

Not included:

Insurance

Insurance is not included. Travel insurance is required for this tour. Please make sure you are adequately covered. If you require travel insurance, TourRadar has partnered up with World Nomads to provide a hassle-free experience. More information can be found here (https://www.tourradar.com/travel-insurance).

Optional

Other activities and services not included

Flights

International flights not included.

Others

Other activities and services not included

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Itinerary of your trip Thailand Hilltribe Trek

  • Day 1 Day 1: Chiang Mai
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 1: Chiang Mai

      Sa-wat dee! Welcome to Thailand. The most vibrant city in northern Thailand, Chiang Mai has many famous temples and an interesting old city area. Renowned for dazzling beauty and extremely welcoming locals, the โ€˜Rose of the Northโ€™ will leave you spellbound. Chances are, you wonโ€™t want to leave. Today is an arrival day and you can arrive at any time before the welcome meeting tonight at 6.30pm. An airport arrival transfer is included. This transfer is only valid if arriving on Day 1 or if you have booked pre-trip accommodation through Intrepid. Please provide your arrival details at the time of booking, or at a minimum 15 days prior to travel to organise this. There are so many things to do here โ€“ spectacular temples, delicious food, an enormous night market, a picturesque river-front and fantastic shopping, so perhaps arrive a few days early. Chiang Mai is a great place to hire a bicycle, sign up for a Thai cooking class, or loosen those muscles with some traditional Thai massage. After the welcome meeting your evening is free to explore the city as you please. Your local guide will meet you again tomorrow morning. Notes: The trekking route is not fixed and may change due to weather and local conditions. Please bear this is mind.

  • Day 2 Day 2: Hilltribe Trek
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 2: Hilltribe Trek

      Check into day rooms this morning to gear up for your trek into the remote surrounding regions. Your first destination is the Karen village of Ban Pong Noi, with a lunch stop at the magnificent Mok Fah Waterfall. On the way, take a detour to Mae Malai local market to pick up fresh food for your trip. After a 1-hour drive, enjoy a relaxing lunch break by the waters of Mok Fah Waterfall, and take a refreshing swim if you desire. The starting point of the 2.8 km, 2-hour trek is Baan Mae Sae, which youโ€™ll reach after your break. The trek to Ban Pong Noi is relatively simple, and youโ€™ll arrive in the village in the late afternoon. This homestay experience will give you unique insight into life in this rural part of Thailand.

  • Day 3 Day 3: Hilltribe Trek
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 3: Hilltribe Trek

      Rise early this morning to take a tour of the village before sitting down to breakfast. Once youโ€™ve fueled up, begin todayโ€™s trek and follow a trail through jungle, rice paddies, rotation dry farms, streams, rivers and waterfalls, passing by more Karen villages as you go. The first leg of the trek is steep up and downhill through bamboo forest, with a total walking time of around 3 hours. Make a stop to rest your legs and enjoy a picnic lunch, then carry on for another 2-3 hours until you arrive at a Lahu village, your base for the night. Todayโ€™s total walking distance is approximately 11 kilometres.

  • Day 4 Day 4: Hilltribe Trek / Chiang Mai
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 4: Hilltribe Trek / Chiang Mai

      Start the day with breakfast then take a walk around the village to see the locals going about their morning routines. Youโ€™ll have the chance to buy some local handicrafts โ€“ spending your money on community enterprises directly can help support community development. Begin todayโ€™s trek through a picturesque landscape of farmland and jungle (approximately 3-4 hours) to a Thai village for lunch, where youโ€™ll link up with your transport. From here youโ€™ll return to Chiang Mai (approximately 2 hours). This afternoon you may like to treat yourself to a well-deserved Thai massage. This evening, perhaps head down to the buzzing Chiang Mai Night Bazaar โ€“ we suggest getting your hands on some kao soy, yellow wheat noodles in a curry broth, traditionally served with chicken or beef.

  • Day 5 Day 5: Chiang Mai
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 5: Chiang Mai

      This adventure comes to an end today. There are no activities planned for the final day and you are able to depart the accommodation at any time. A transfer to the airport for your departure flight from Chiang Mai is included.

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Experience Style

Experience Style

Mixed

There will be challenging activities such as hiking, biking, canyoning and trekking, but youโ€™re also going to have other means of transportation and relaxed moments to just chill.

Accomodation level

Accomodation level

Medium

This accommodation includes essential services like a hot shower, electricity, and a nice and comfy bed.

Experience Type

Experience Type

Small Group

Youโ€™ll be accompanied by a small group of travelers just like you.

Physical Rating

Physical Rating

Average

There are several physical activities that last from 2 to 6 hours in easy terrains, low altitude flats, or water experiences. Please ask if youโ€™re not sure this applies to you.

Age range

Age range

Min: 12 / Max: 99

Age range allowed for this experience.

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