Ancient City Tour from Chiang Rai including Golden Triangle and Royal Villa

4.0 (6 reviews) Chiang Rai, Thailand
Duration8h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 15 travelers
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Visit the Ancient City of Chiang Saen on a full-day tour from Chiang Rai City. Enjoy the flexibility of a profesionall guide throughout the day as you visit the Botanical Gardens and Royal Villa of the Queen mother, Golden Triangle, Mae Sai and more, with a break for lunch in a local restaurant. This 8 hours tour from Chiang Rai includes pickup and drop-off at city hotels, lunch, and entrance fees, and it’s a fun, personal way to explore the sites of northern Thailand.
• Exploration of Chiang Rai's must-see sights in 1 day
• Cultural heritage in the ancient ruins of Chiang Saen
• Panoramic landscapes over magnificent Mekong River
• Pivotal Golden Triangle bordering Thailand, Myanmar & Laos
• Informative, friendly and professional guide

What's included

  • Bottled water
  • Professional guide
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels)
  • Thai lunch
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Additional food and drinks
  • The listed price does not include a 300THB surcharge for pick up and drop off in hotel outside the city centre
  • Gratuities

What to expect

  1. Chiang Rai
    30m
    Pick up from hotel or starting point then start your journey to Doi Tung with a scenic drive along the mountains.
  2. Doi Tung
    1h
    Doi Tung with a scenic drive along the mountains. Amid the mountain air, take in a remarkable, panoramic view of Thailand and Myanmar.
  3. House of Opium
    30m
    Continue your journey with a visit to a hill-tribe village, once a site of opium cultivation.
  4. Mae Fah Luang Garden
    30m
    Next, visit the Mae Fah Luang Garden and enjoy the beautiful, elegant, and well-manicured garden of colorful flowers
  5. Doi Tung Royal Villa
    30m
    Continue your trip to the Royal Villa, the former home of Srinagarindra, the Princess Mother. This elegant villa is constructed from recycled pine wood and discarded teak trees.
  6. Wat Phrathat Doi Tong
    1h
    Complete your trip farther up the mountain with a visit to the Wat Phra That Doi Tung. Built in the year 911 AD, this temple was erected from Buddha’s left collarbone and is regarded as the oldest and holiest sanctuary in the region.
  7. Golden Triangle
    30m
    After that we will go the Golden Triangle (This is the frontier between Laos, Myanmar and Thailand and is separated by the Mekong Rivers).
  8. Sop Ruak - the center of the Golden Triangle
    30m
    There are magnificent views over the Mae Khong River to the physical triangle made by Burma, Laos and Thailand at the confluence of the Ruak and Mekong River. For a small fee (have to pay extra 300THB), you can also enjoy the boat ride to view the splendor of mighty Mae Khong River.

    Then we will have a buffet lunch .
  9. The Thai - Burmese Border Gate
    1h
    After lunch visit Mae Sai is located at the border between Thailand and Myanmar. This border town has a big market for shopping .
  10. Chiang Saen
    1h
    At the end of this program we will visit the ancient city of Chiang Saen, a city abandoned for more than 100 years and recently revived. See the grand double city walls and antiquities from the city's history. 

    Then, you'll begin the return trip to Chiang Rai where this tour concludes with a drop-off at your hotel.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Free Door To Door Pick up for our tours at the following location with NO CHARGE - City Center Chiang Rai District area (3 KM radius)

An additional surcharge for hotel pickup outside 3 miles (5 km) radius from the city center is applicable and payable on the day of your activity.

End point

Free Door To Door Pick up for our tours at the following location with NO CHARGE - City Center Chiang Rai District area (3 KM radius)

An additional surcharge for hotel pickup outside 3 miles (5 km) radius from the city center is applicable and payable on the day of your activity.

Pickup details

Free Door To Door Pick up for our tours at the following location with NO CHARGE - City Center Chiang Rai District area (3 KM radius)

An additional surcharge for hotel pickup outside 3 miles (5 km) radius from the city center is applicable and payable on the day of your activity.

Additional information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Please wear comfortable walking shoes
  • An additional surcharge for hotel pickup outside 3 miles (5 km) radius from the city center is applicable and payable on the day of your activity.
  • Please bring along a valid passport in the day of travel

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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