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HILLTRIBE EXPERIENCE & CULTURE

HILLTRIBE EXPERIENCE & CULTURE - 4 Days Tours

Valid : 01/05/2008 - 31/10/2008

Destination

Thailand (Chiang Mai)

Activity

Hiking Trekking Tour, Hilltribe Tour, Local Life Style, Mountain Biking Tour, Nature Tour, White Water Rafting Trip

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Trip Overview

- Number of Persons -
2	3-7	8-14	Single Surcharge
425	417	401	56

*	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 :
Every Tuesday , Thursday and Saturday.
Inclusion : What all is included in this trip
Private Transfer from Chiang Mai to Lisu Lodge by local open-air truck (1:7 persons) with English Speaking Guide Private Transfer from Khum Lanna to Chiang Mai by local open-air truck (1:7 persons) with English Speaking guide. Join-in 4 days 3 nights Lisu & Lanna Trekking with English Speaking Guide. Accommodation in non air-conditioned room at Lahu Outpost and non air-conditioned room with electric fan at Lisu Lodge and Khum Lanna based on half twin-bedded room. Meals as specified as well as local coffee at local market on Day 4. Baggage handling

Exclusion : What is not included in the trip price
All airfares as well as airport taxes. Other meals and services than mentioned. Purchases at local market as well as Thai farmer shirt (free during stay Khum Lanna only and available at nominal charge at Khum Lanna boutique, if required to take-away). Personal expenses such as drinks, laundry, telephone, etc.

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Itinerary : Your Tour Program

Day 1 CHIANG MAI - LAHU VILLAGE Pick up from hotel in Chiang Mai by local truck.Arrive at the Lisu Lodge. A traditional welcome drink will be served.Then, drive by local open-air truck to the area near Pha Mieng. Start walking along the jungle trails to the remote village of Hmong Pha Mieng (1h30). Meet the inhabitants of this small hill tribe village in the jungle. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the forest. After lunch, walk to the top of the mountain (1h30) where the Red Lahu Village of Pha Daeng is ocated. Continue walking along a mountain ridge to the Lahu village of Kup Kap (1h00), from where you have a spectacular view overlooking the Mae Taeng district and Chiang Mai town glittering at night in the distance. Beyond the mountain peaks to the west lies Myanmar (Burma). Dinner and overnight at Lahu Outpost.
Overnight : at Lahu Outpost or similar
Meals : Lunch/Dinner

Day 2 LAHU VILLAGE � LISU LODGE After an early breakfast, we go on a one and a half hour walk down a steep jungle path passing by the Huay Sadharn Waterfall. This brings us to the spot where we will mount the elephants and continue on a one hour ride down to the river. In a remarkable setting on the bank of the river we first enjoy a delicious picnic lunch. Afterwards we go rafting down the river for about 45 minutes. From there you return to Lisu Lodge. Upon arrival, a welcome drink will be served before you check into your room. Afterwards you will receive a briefing so you can select your activity for the following morning. Guided by a Lisu villager, walk from Ton Lung temple to visit the herbal garden. Then continue through the village with a stop for a cup of tea at the village shaman�s house. Chat with the Lisu shaman and learn about his life, beliefs, curing rites and Lisu traditions. Visit the cultural center and �museum� created by the villagers. Inside you will find a collection of typical household items and tools from the Lisu as well as well as the Akha mountain peoples. Time at leisure until Thai dinner with traditional Lisu dance show
Overnight : at Lisu Lodge or similar
Meals : Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner

Day 3 LISU LODGE � LANNA FARM Enjoy breakfast at the Lodge and take a cultural tour of the village by one of the Lisu people with the translation of your guide. See the shrine, which guards the village spirit and other aspects of Lisu culture. Then take an hour oxcart ride through the farmland and forest to the large country village of Baan Pang Mai Daeng. Return for lunch at the Lisu Lodge. In the afternoon, visit a simple Palong village before you set off for a 2 hours trek from a Karen to a Lahu village. From there continue by local truck on road to the Lanna Farm. In the farm you can enjoy your choice of activities such as fruit and vegetable carving or take a short Thai cooking lesson
Overnight : at Lanna Farm or similar
Meals : Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner

Day 4 LANNA FARM � CHIANG MAI After breakfast at the Lanna Farm, explore the beautiful rural country side on an easy biking tour and see the abundant agriculture products such as rice, corn, chili, peanut, soybean, potato, etc with an enjoyable conversation to the farmers. Visit the huge reclining Buddha image at Wat Tham Dork Kum before you return to the Lanna Farm for lunch. After lunch, transfer back to Chiang Mai.

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.
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- 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.
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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