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THREE DAYS SOFT ADVENTURES IN CHIANG MAI

THREE DAYS SOFT ADVENTURES IN CHIANG MAI - 3 Days Tours

Valid : 01/11/2008 - 30/10/2009

Destination

Thailand (Chiang Mai)

Activity

Hiking Trekking Tour, Hilltribe Tour, Local Life Style, Nature Tour

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Trip Overview

This is a wonderful trip for soft adventure lovers. The nature & culture elements are combined for your enjoyable and meaningful trip.

“ Doi Inthanon, Thailand's highest peak in Chiang Mai Province, is an offshoot in this southern extension of Himalayan Range. This national park's vegetation consists of 8 types (a native pine, lower & upper dry dipterocarp, opened & moist hill evergreen, and sub - alpine etc.). It is a habitat of more than 446 kinds of wildlife particularly 364 kinds of wild birds and there are several famous trails to explore the wonder of nature. Doi Inthanon is therefore one of Thailand's best places for a nature walk and bird watching activities. There are Karen & Hmong tribesmen dwell in isolated villages in this area where visitors can observe their unique lifestyle and culture”.

- Number of Persons -
2 pax	3 - 4 pax	5 - 7 pax	8 - 9 pax	Single Supplement
470	362	294	250	20

*	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

Things to bring :warm clothes in Winter ( Nov.- Feb.), rain coat in the Rainy Season ( Jul.- Oct.),long pants & long sleeves shirt & sport shoes for hiking, hat, personal medicine, insect repellant, a towel & toiletry, slippers,salong/clothes for bathing, flashlight, educational toys to Hilltribes, cultural performance to exchange with Hmong Hilltribes

ITINERARY: Due to the nature of the tour, the weather, road condition, local circumstance, prevailing safety factors, the route & itinerary may vary to those published but the content of the tour will remain similar. The final decision of the actual itinerary will be made by the tour operator's staff on the day of the tour.

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Departure Date :
Daily
Private Tour - You can choose your own departure date.

Inclusion : What all is included in this trip
: 2 night accommodation ( 1night dormitory at Hmong Cultural Center, 1 night at Karen Ecolodge or Nawasuang Resort ), 7 meals ( 2B, 3L, 2D ), visits & excursion by a private air-cond. minibus/van, admission fee ,all activities mentioned in the program bamboo rafting, trekking, hilltribes visiting, etc., an English speaking guide & local guide, travel insurance (1 million baht / person), donation to people’s organization

Exclusion : What is not included in the trip price
Drinks Personal expense

Remarks :
Things to bring :warm clothes in Winter ( Nov. Feb.), rain coat in the Rainy Season( Jul. Oct.),long pants & long sleeves shirt & sport shoes for hiking, hat, personal medicine, insect repellant, a towel &toiletry, slippers, salong/clothes for bathing, flashlight Itinerary : Due to the nature of the tour, the weather, road condition, local circumstance, prevailing safety factors, the route & itinerary may vary to those published but the content of the tour will remain similar. The final decision of the actual itinerary will be made by the tour operator's staff on the day of the tour.

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Itinerary : Your Tour Program

Day 1 CHIANG MAI From Chiang Mai we travel about 1 and a half hrs. by air conditioned -van along the beautiful, local road to the Forestry Rafting Camp in Mae Wang to enjoy bamboo rafting on beautiful Mae Nam Wang for 1 hr. until reaching the Elephant Camp. Then connected with the elephant riding into the jungle, and straight to Hmong village, Ban Huay Nam Rin for 2 hrs. Welcome ceremony will be arranged in Hmong village and home-made lunch will be served. Here we will have time for wandering to visit & chat with Hmong hilltribes after check in the dormitory of Hmong Cultural Center. In the evening, cultural exchange will be managed and Hmong style of dinner, cooked by villagers will be served at the Cultural Center. It is the real exciting night !
Overnight : Hmong Cultural Center
Meals : Lunch/Dinner

Day 2 HMONG VILLAGE - DOI INTHANON NATIONAL PARK - KAREN HILLTRIBES On the 2nd day, after breakfast in the village, go hiking for 1 hr. out of the village along the scenic trail to the road, where the bus driver waiting for us. Then take the van to Doi Inthanon National Park (about 1 hr. drive). Check in the Karen Ecolodge, located in the middle of Karen terrace rice field. After that drive up to explore the summit(2,565 m. above the sea level). Nature walk at Ang Ka Nature Trail (45 mins.), and drive down to the level of 2,000 m., hiking along the Kiew Mae Pan Trail for about 3 hrs. The hiking will end at the King & Queen Stupas. Lunch. In the afternoon, Visit Hmong�s Fruit & Flower Market on the way before hiking (45 mins.) to visit Karen Mae Klang Luang Village where villagers are happy to show their fruits orchards. Chat with Karen people. Return to the Ecolodge for dinner & overnight in the real romantic atmosphere!
Overnight : at homestay
Meals : Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner

Day 3 KAREN ECOLODGE -OB LUANG -CHIANG MAI On the third day, Drive downhill to the remote valley of Mae Chaem, the fascinating lifestyle of former Northern Thai Village still remain to be seen here. In village we have ample time to visit a local temple in Lanna Thai style of art - observe home factory of hand-woven clothes - beautiful paddy field in a valley - and we may try our hands on spinning & weaving. Home-made lunch will be served on the local people�s house where we will closely observe their way of life. After that continue the trip to Ob Luang with short visit to Thep Phanom Hotspring on route. In Ob Luang, you will also have time for hiking 1-2 hrs. into the forest near Mae Chaem River to observe the scenic views, the Pre-Historic Rock Painting and beautiful gorge of Ob Luang before returning to the town of Chiang Mai with good memory and feeling.

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.
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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