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4X4WD SAFARI AND RIVER RAFTING TOUR

4X4WD SAFARI AND RIVER RAFTING TOUR - 6 Days Tours

Destination	:	Thailand (Chiang Mai, Mae Hong Son)
Activity	:	Hilltribe Tour, Historical Tour, Local Life Style, Mahout Training, Nature Tour, Vehicle Safari, White Water Rafting Trip
Difficulty	:	Intermediate
Start City	:	Chiang Mai
Duration	:	6 Days
Tour Type	:	Join In / Private
Trip Code	:	THF00475
Price	:	Upon request

Trip Overview

Upon request.

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Departure Date :
Daily departure for private***Every Monday departure for join-in
Inclusion : What all is included in this trip
Accommodation in airconditioned room with bath/shower (non-airconditioned room with shower at Hmong Hilltribe lodge, sleeping bag for raft excursion) and meals as mentioned in the programme Transfers, entrance fees, and tours by Land Rover (4WD) with English-speaking guide Domestic airticket Mae Hong Son-Chiang Mai Domestic airport tax Service charges, room tax, VAT and bagage handling

Exclusion : What is not included in the trip price
Optional tours International airport tax Expenditure of a personal nature, such as drinks, souvenirs and laundry etc. Other tours & meals than mentioned in the programme

Gala Dinner :
Golden Pai Resort - Compulsory dinner on 31 December, 2006 = THB 525 nett per person.

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Itinerary : Your Tour Program

Day 1 Chiang Mai�Hmong Hilltribe Lodge Leave Chiang Mai by Land Rover to visit Mae Ping elephant camp. Observe elephants taking timber from forest. Their strength and strategic teamwork will amaze you. Continue visit of orchid farm. Lunch at Mae Saa Valley Resort. Proceed to visit Meo hilltribe village at Nong Hoi Mai and continue to Ban Meo Mae Ki. Afternoon free to discover numerous hilltribe village activities. BBQ Dinner at HMONG HILLTRIBE LODGE followed by presentation of Meo dances and overnight stay.
Overnight : at Hmong Hilltribe Lodge or similar
Meals : Lunch / Dinner

Day 2 HMONG HILLTRIBE LODGE�SAMOENG�PAI Breakfast Drive via Ban Pok to Samoeng on rarely used dirt roads through typical Thai countryside. Short stop to visit Luang Mae Saab Cave. Continue over hills to Ban Meo Mae Tala. Picnic lunch. Then stroll through hilltribe village, visiting houses and local school. Continue to Wat Chan over mountains on dirt roads with sweeping views of countryside. Take short tour of Wat Chan, visiting village and local temple. Proceed over rolling terrain to Pai. Check in at MUANG PAI RESORT or similar hotel. Dinner and accommodations.
Overnight : at Muang Pai Resort or similar
Meals : Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner

Day 3 PAI�WHITE WATER RAFTING Breakfast Meeting at Thai Adventure office. Drive 35 km to the river by pick up taxi. Briefing about security and navigation while inflating the Boats, getting ready for 60 kms of wilderness and 60 rapids during these two days. Boarding at 11 am; Get through the lush of the jungle before you stop for basket lunch ; Then experience the thrill of the �Kaeng Hom� (fragrance rapid) class 4. Stop at the �Manola� hot springs and at a small waterfall for water games and relax; then, after many jumps and steps on the river, we will arrive at the Jungle Camp (4 pm) where you can enjoy our chilled �Pai River punch� together with northern Thai snacks, before a Thai diner cooked on the wood fire will be served (vegetarian meal on request) ; fruits, coffee, tea, will complete the menu while guides will show you some tricks of their own�getting tired, you will enjoy to spend the night in harmony with nature, in a bamboo hut or a tent, fully furnished with sleeping bags, pillows and mosquito nets. Shower & toilet facilities.
Overnight : on sleeping bag
Meals : Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner

Day 4 WHITE WATER RAFTING�MAE HONG SON Breakfast Departing from the camp, we will reach the Khong River junction after no less than 15 rapids class 2 and 3; stop at the second hot Springs area, then have fun through the Hin Mong rapids (about 10 rapids grade 2-3 ); pass through the Pai Gorges and more rapids; stop for basket lunch by a small waterfall. We will come out in the Mae Hong Sorn Valley for landing at Mae Surin waterfall National park around 3 pm.; there, you will redeem your main luggage and can shower before an 8 kms transfer to Mae Hong Sorn. Check in at GOLDEN PAI RESORT HOTEL or similar hotel (High-water season possibility of rafting directly to hotel). Dinner and accommodations.
Overnight : at Golden Pai & Suite Resort or similar
Meals : Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner

Day 5 MAE HONG SON Breakfast Drive south to visit the �Meo Micro Wave� hilltribe village located on a steep mountainside next to relay station from which village got its name. Depart to Ban Nai Soi to visit the Khaya (Karen) hilltribe village and enjoy picnic lunch. Continue by Land Rover to Padong village, home of the long-necked Padong tribe (Giraffe Women), wearing brass rings around their elongated necks�an extraordinary sight. Return to Mae Hong Son. Dinner at Bai Fern Restaurant. Accommodations at GOLDEN PAI RESORT or similar hotel.
Overnight : at Golden Pai & Suite Resort or similar
Meals : Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner

Day 6 MAE HONG SON�CHIANG MAI Visit morning market. Drive uphill to visit Wat Phra Dhat Doi Kong Moo, with its beautiful view of Mae Hong Son. Return to GOLDEN PAI RESORT for breakfast. Later visit Burmese-style temples, Wat Chong Kham and Wat Chong Klang, located next to a large pond in the southern part of town. Shan people, who make up about 50% of the population of Mae Hong Son, built Wat Jong Kham nearly 200 years ago. Wat Jong Klang houses 100-year-old glass paintings and woodcarvings from Burma, depicting various lives of the Buddha. Lunch at resort. Transfer to airport. Depart Mae Hong Son by TG-199. Arrive Chiang Mai with transfers to your Chiang Mai hotel.

Meals : Breakfast / Lunch

Minor program changes are sometime necessary, depending on confirmed flight, road conditions, weather and availability of room.

FAQs: Sightseeing

Q. What are the differences between PRIVATE TOUR and JOIN-IN TOUR?

A. PRIVATE TOUR:
- You can choose your own travel date.
- The pick up location is only at your hotel.
- The trip is exclusive to you and your party.

B. JOIN-IN TOUR:
- You can choose your own travel date, based on seat availability
- The pick up location is at major city hotels
- You will join other travelers for the trip.
Q. How can I booked?
- Click "Online booking" and complete the Reservation Form.
- Payment will be charged directly from your credit card.
- An e-mail will be sent to confirm your reservation.
- A Tour voucher will be sent within 1-2 working days.
Q. How do I make payment?
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Q. Can I book/pay directly on spot?
No. The rates displayed on PassionAsia.com are available only through online service. All reservations must be paid for in advance upon receiving confirmations from us. This is the only way to guarantee trip occupancy and keep our rates competitive.
Q. How many days in advance should I book?
You should book the sightseeing tour at least 2 days before the tour date (Monday - Friday). However, it will depend on the tour availability too.
Q. Do you need my credit card details at the time of making a reservation?
Yes. However, you will not be charged at the time of reservation. Your credit card will be charged only if and after your booking is confirmed.
Q. How to meet our guide or our representative?
Print your tour voucher and present it to our guide who will pick you up at the hotel lobby on your travel date.
Q. What is your Cancellation Policy?
Cancellation & No Show Charges Policy of Sightseeing Tours:
- 3 Days before the Tour:There is a 7% banking and handling fees applied.
- Less than 2 days before the Tour or No-show:
100% charge of package price (No refund).

**For authentication purposes, only written cancellation notices (e-mail or fax) will be accepted