Private Half-Day Tour: Chiang Mai Countryside Cultural and Natural Exploration
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Tha Wang Pha
Embark on a private half-day tour in Chiang Mai, exploring the cultural heritage and natural beauty of the countryside. Discover ancient houses, traditional weaving, organic farming, and a local market. Marvel at the panoramic view from Wat Phra That Doi Saket Temple. Book now!
Duration: 5 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Thai Lue Village Ban Nong Bua - Embark on an expedition to the northern reaches and encounter the Tai Lue community at Baan Luangnuea village. Descendants of Southern Chinese settlers who arrived approximately 700 years ago, they maintain a pure form of their culture, with their culinary traditions being particularly captivating. Presently, the village represents a harmonious blend of contemporary allure and age-old customs. Visitors will be welcomed at a local family-run learning center, where they will be immersed in the history of the Tai Lue people, their ancestral homes, and the art of traditional weaving.
What's Included
  • Private transportation
  • Bottled water
  • English speaking driver and tour guide
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
  • Private round-trip transportation from your hotel
  • All fees and/or taxes
  • 1 coffee or hot/cold drink
What's Not Included
  • Tips for guides
Additional Information

This private, half day Chiang Mai tour is designed for travelers who are looking for a mix of culture and nature.

Here is the schedule:

8:30 AM
Pick up at your hotel and drive 30 min to Ban Luang Nua village

9:00 AM
Arrive at a family-owned community learning center where you will learn the history of the Tai Lue people, ancient local houses and traditional weaving

9:45 AM
Hop on a local farm truck to a hidden organic farm. You will also learn how to catch fish in a local traditional way

11:00 AM
Ride back in the farm truck to the village and freshen up in a local cafe with air-condition. Enjoy coffee or a famous Thai milk tea

11:30 AM
Say goodbye to the villagers and drive to Doi Saket District to visit the old style fresh market at the foothill of the Doi Saket mountain

12:00 PM
Continue the drive up a small hill to Wat Phra That Doi Saket Temple. See the big Buddha and enjoy the beautiful panorama view.

1:30 PM
Arrive back at your hotel

Location
Thai Lue Village Ban Nong Bua
Tambon Praka, Amphoe Tha Wang Pha
Cancellation Policy

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

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Monkeys_uncle99
Feb 2, 2023
Not my thing, but great guide. - I was in two minds about this tour but had plenty of time so thought why not? As I suspected the farm and market were not my thing. Having said that my guide, Mint, was great and with her good English it was enjoyable just talking about Thailand in general.
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