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CLOSE ENCOUNTER WITH THE TRIBES - 3 Days Tours


Valid : 01/05/2008 - 31/10/2008
CLOSE ENCOUNTER WITH THE TRIBES - Thailand
Destination : Thailand (Chiang Mai)  
Activity : Hilltribe Tour, Mountain Biking Tour, Nature Tour, White Water Rafting Trip
Difficulty : Easy  
Start City : Chiang Mai
Duration : 3 Days
Tour Type : Join In / Private
Trip Code : THF00057
Price : $263.66 - $371.42
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Trip Overview
Valid : 01/05/2008 - 31/10/2008, Rates per person based on Sharing Twin in
 - Number of Persons -
 2   3-6   7-14   15-29   30   Single Surcharge 
371 344 297 297 264 41
* All prices inclusive of taxes and hotel service charge, unless stated otherwise in the Exclusions
below No extra charges and no minimum for credit cards
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Departure Date :
Depart every Monday, Wednesday and Friday for Join-In. Daily departure for Private

Inclusion : What all is included in this trip
   Transfer and tours by open-air truck, elephant riding, biking, rafting and oxcart.
  English Speaking guide.
  Accommodation in non air-conditioned room with fan based on half twin-bedded room.
  Meals as specified.
  Baggage handling.
  VAT 7%
Exclusion : What is not included in the trip price
  All airfares as well as airport taxes.
  Other meals and services than mentioned.
  Personal expenses such as drinks, laundry, etc.
 
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Itinerary : Your Tour Program
Day 1  CHIANG MAI - LISU LODGE Join a morning transfer by local truck �songtaew� to the mountain temple of Wat Prathat Doi Suthep, the most famous landmark of Chiang Mai. Its golden pagoda shines high over the city. The pagoda is exquisite with 6 kgs of pure gold at its peak and the rest plated with gold. The sound of temple bells fills the air, and the views down over the city make an irresistible photograph opportunity. Drive up the mountain passing the King�s Winter Palace of Phuping and turn onto a rough dirt road to the Chiang Khien Coffee Research Project where you can enjoy a cup of the local �arabica� surrounded by fabulous gardens of flowers similar to those in Europe. Continue to the white Hmong village of Chiang Khien where 800 people still retain their traditional hilltribe clothes and culture dating back 500 years. The modern city of Chiang Mai can be viewed down below 10 km away. Upon arrival enjoy a quick cup of steaming mountain tea with a village family and then take an hour and 15 mins drive along a mountain ridge down to visit an Orchid Farm. Drive 30 mins to Lisu Lodge and enjoy a relaxing ox-cart ride through hilltribe fields, orchards and teak plantations before a village tour guided by one of the family heads to see a bit of Lisu customs and culture. Dinner and overnight at Lisu Lodge.
Overnight : at Lisu Lodge or similar   
Meals :  Lunch/Dinner
Day 2  LISU LODGE After breakfast, set off for a biking tour (13 km up and down hill) to the Mae Taeng Elephant Camp. From there enjoy a one hour elephant ride through the beautiful mountains and jungle to the river. Enjoy a hearty picnic lunch by the river at the elephant camp. Afterwards embark on an inflatable rubber boat for an exciting 45 minutes white water rafting on the Mae Taeng River. After this exciting adventure take a short drive to visit an Akha Village. Then it�s your choice; either cycle back to the Lisu Lodge or use the transfer by a �songthaew�. Upon arrival the free time to enjoy Lisu activities such as embroidering and organic gardening. Dinner and overnight at the Lisu Lodge.
Overnight : at Lisu Lodge or similar   
Meals :  Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner
Day 3  LISU LODGE - CHIANG MAI After breakfast, depart by local truck from the Lisu Lodge to the Pong Dueid Hot Spring. Upon arrival enjoy walking around the beautiful National Park and take the opportunity for a energizing bath in hot mineral water. Continue on road to the Mork Fah Waterfall and stop en-route to visit the Karen tribe in Ban Huay Phra Chao. Lunch at local restaurant. Then transfer to Chiang Mai.

Meals :  Breakfast/Lunch
* Minor program changes are sometime necessary, depending on confirmed flight, road conditions, weather and availability of room.

 
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  • 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.
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  • Q. How many days in advance should I book?
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  • 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