THE HILL TRIBES OF NORTH THAILAND POST TOUR

Travel off the beaten track with your English speaking guide and discover the hilltribes, beautiful scenery and history of the land of opium, in our exclusive post cruise arrangement.

DAY 1

CHIANG KHONG - CHIANG RAI

Upon arrival at the Chiang Rai border from the Pandaw ship, you will be transferred via the Golden Triangle to Chiang Rai. You will learn about the historical Opium boom in the region and visit the former Thai Kingdom of Chiang Saen, where you will explore the riverside towns and ancient buildings. Lunch will be provided at Banrai Sabaidee, followed by check-in at the Katiliya Mountain Resort in Chiang Rai. Chiang Saen is an ancient city with significant historical ruins, showcasing the past Lanna Kingdom, while the Golden Triangle is known for the Opium history, and the beautiful meeting point of three countries.

Overnight at Katiliya Mountain Resort
Meals: Lunch, Dinner

DAY 2

CHIANG RAI - FANG

Following breakfast and check-out, we will drive into the hills at Doi Mae Salong towards the Santikhiri Kuomintang village, approximately a 50-minute journey. Here, you will gain an understanding of its founding in the 1960s as a refugee camp for Chinese soldiers who were expelled from Myanmar. You will observe how they maintain their traditions and their current way of life. Lunch will be at a local restaurant, followed by a transfer to the Phumanee Boutique Hotel, approximately a 1 hour and 20-minute drive. Doi Mae Salong is renowned for its unique blend of Chinese and Thai cultures, its tea plantations, and its historical significance as a former Kuomintang settlement.

Overnight at Phumanee Hotel
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 3

FANG - CHIANG MAI

After breakfast, you will receive a briefing on the history of the forgotten city and visit Doi Phu Muen, nestled within the Doi Pha Hom National Park. Subsequently, we will venture into the mountains by 4WD to visit a Lahu Village. Here, you will witness the daily lives of the villagers and learn about their traditional methods of tea and coffee cultivation. Lunch will be provided at the hotel before departing for Chiang Mai, approximately a three-hour drive. Check-in and dinner will be at the Rachamankha Hotel. Doi Phu Muen offers breathtaking mountain views and provides insight into the Lahu people's traditional way of life, especially their tea and coffee cultivation.

Overnight at the Rachamankha
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

DAY 4

CHIANG MAI

Following breakfast, please meet in the lobby for your visit to Doi Inthanon National Park, approximately a 1 hour and 30-minute drive. The day will be dedicated to exploring the scenic landscapes, traditional practices, and cultural heritage of the local Hill Tribe people. Our journey begins at Mae Klang Luang Village, where you will observe the terraced rice fields. You will then have the chance to interact with the local residents and enjoy lunch at a local restaurant. In the late afternoon, we will return to the hotel. Doi Inthanon National Park is home to Thailand's highest peak, boasting lush forests, stunning waterfalls, and diverse flora and fauna. Mae Klang Luang Village shows the traditional farming methods of the local hill tribes.

Overnight at the Rachamankha
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 5

CHIANG MAI DEPARTURE

After breakfast and check-out, you will be transferred to Chiang Mai Airport, a 10-minute journey, for your onward flight.

Meals: Breakfast

Katiliya Mountain Resort & Spa

KATILIYA,is an all-suite luxury resort providing guests with superb services and facilities, in a stunning natural setting. Each of our Villas offers 4 to 6 units ensuring guest privacy and serenity with some units close to our pool and lobby area for convenience and some along our beautiful hillside and surrounded by extensive landscaping, our suites provide the most spacious accommodation in Chiang Rai. The individual sites range in size from 90 to 375 square metres, including large private balconies that open to magnificent views of rolling hills and verdant forests.

388/1 Moo 4 Tambol Pha Sang, Amphur Mae Chan, Chiang Rai , 57110, Thailand

Tel: +66 53 603 000

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The Rachamankha Hotel

Well located in the heart of historic Chiang Mai old city, the 25-room Rachamankha is the leading luxury boutique hotel, offering charming colonnaded courtyards and gardens - a world of serenity and contentment. The hotel distinctive architecture is inspired by the eleventh centuries B.C. vernacular Chinese dwellings, from which Northern Thai architecture has its roots.

Public facilities

Public areas include the Library with over 2,000 books and an enchanting open-air massage pavilion overlooking a tranquil 20-meter pool where drinks and light snacks are served pool-side throughout the day. You can dine in al fresco or in the stylish restaurant. Antiques from different periods around the world, from Europe, Africa, China, Burma and Thailand are scattered throughout the hotel. The spacious and comfortable air-conditioned superior rooms are fully equipped with wireless Internet connection, TV and CD/DVD player.

6 Rachamankha, 9 Phra Singh, Chiang Mai 50200, Thailand

Tel: +66 53 904 111

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Rates include

Accommodation at selected hotels with daily breakfast, check-in time is 2.00PM and check-out time is 12.00PM. Early or late service is subject to availability with surcharge, meals as mentioned, english speaking guide, tours and transfers as mentioned by air-conditioned vehicle, sightseeing fees and permits during guided time, service charge and current government VAT tax.

Rates exclude

Early/late check in/out service at hotels (surcharge if requested), tips and gratuities, services and meals if not mentioned in itinerary, all drinks, including water, soft drink and alcohol on all included or optional excursions, laundry, telephone calls and expenditure of a personal nature, travel Insurance (Compulsory).

Price per traveller from

Twin beds available for a surcharge. Please contact reservations for your enquiry.

Accommodation Type	Price from per Traveller *
Sharing (2 Pax)	US$1,617.45
Single (1 Pax)	US$2,871.45

* Prices per traveller are based on existing rates from our suppliers, however depending on your dates may incur additional increases due to seasonal factors and supplements.

Extension Code: LTTH1BT

Note

This is a group tour exclusively for Pandaw guests
All accommodation will be booked after your deposit is received

Supplements

The Rachamankha Hotel
The Rachamankha Hotel - Compulsory meal: Christmas Eve Dinner - 24DEC USD204.00 per person
The Rachamankha Hotel - Compulsory meal: New Year's Eve Dinner - 31DEC USD255.00 per person
The Rachamankha Hotel - Peak Season Supplement - 01 Nov 2024 - 30 Aug 2025 USD26.00 per room per night