Chiang Dao Cave & Hill Tribe Villages: Experience Different Lifestyles and Cultures in Chiang Mai
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36 Ratings
Tambon Si Phum
Immerse yourself in the diverse lifestyles and cultures of Chiang Mai with a visit to five hill tribe villages. Explore the magnificent Chiang Dao Cave, discover the beauty of Thai orchids, and bring home a piece of this enchanting experience.
Duration:
8 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Chiang Dao - Ban Huai I-Ko display the way of life and cultures of five different hill tribe groups which typically reside in the north of Thailand. At Ban Huai I-Ko you will find, Akha, Meo, Lisu, Karen and Palong. Explore the variety of culture, how they live, and different of beliefs. \n\nGet an unforgettable experience, visiting real local hill tribe villages guided by local people from the village. Explore their house, garden and school.\n\nThe duration included traveling time from Chiang Mai to Chiang Dao
What's Included
- Pick up and drop off (Chiang Mai Old City Area)
- Local tour guide at Chiang Dao Cave
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Local tour guide from the villages
- Licensed English speaking tour guide
- Entrance fee at Chiang Dao Cave
What's Not Included
- Meal
- Personal expenses
- Gratuities for driver and guides (not mandatory)
Additional Information
Undertake a tour of five unique hill tribe settlements - Akha, Meo, Lisu, Palong, and Karen, each boasting distinctive lifestyles, cultures, and beliefs. Immerse yourself in the eclectic lifestyles and learn how these tribes vary in their way of living. Delve into the Chiang Dao Cave and Temple, the most expansive and story-rich cavern in Chiang Mai. Pay a visit to an orchid farm and butterfly farm to witness the exotic Thai orchids and even take a few home.
- The exact meeting/departure time will be informed in a private message via the booking platform the day before before the tour. Departure time can be between 8:00-9:00 hrs depending on the number of participants on your travel date. Please carefully check your message the day before.
Location
77 Mun Mueang Rd
Mun Mueang Road
The meeting point is in front of the Burger King at the Thapae Gate in Chiang Mai.
Pick up time from Burger King can be between 8:00-9:00 hrs depending on the number of participants on your travel date. Please carefully check your private message we sent via Viator the day before.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.9
(36 Ratings)
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Lauren_d
May 21, 2024
Fantastic insight into village life - Had a great day with Tik! It was fantastic to see the villages that I would never have been able to without a guide. A fascinating & insightful experience. The cave on our last stop was also a great way to the end the tour! Highly recommend Tik & this day trip!
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Fabiola_anaya
Mar 27, 2024
Great experience - Nice experience you get to know the village people 💜 a whole day with stories, places and nice food.
The tourist guide explained everything !
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Akim192
Mar 25, 2024
Cave + five villages and TIK - The tour guide TIK is very considerate. Even though his English is not very good, he still manages to use simple English to make us understand. He is also very interesting.
We happened to meet Taiwanese people during the group tour, and the whole atmosphere was very good.
If you like to see the local ethnic minority culture and also want to see the caves, this trip is a must. Although it is deep in the mountains, the whole trip is very enjoyable~
Understand the culture of Thailand’s ethnic minorities
The cave environment is also very special. I was lucky to come during the dry season.
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538anitap
Mar 25, 2024
Chiang Dao Cave Temple and five villages - Tim is a very enthusiastic tour guide who answers all questions. The whole trip was relaxing and enjoyable. It also allowed me to understand the history of each village. The cave has a history of more than 1,000 years and the uncanny workmanship of nature. It is quite unique in a temple. It is really amazing. It’s a trip worth taking. Please look for tik next time you come.
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Jasmin_l
Mar 21, 2024
Excellent tour. - Excellent tour. The tour guide/driver Tuk doing the best in his job. Speak good English. The 5 villages we visited are where the real mountain people live and work. So don't expect like a custom tourist attraction. The whole trip good and present.
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Jeffrey_c
Mar 8, 2024
A happy day for all - Our guide/driver (Tik) was very knowledgeable about the cave and the different tribes. He was kind, considerate and helpful.
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Krishnamraju_g
Mar 3, 2024
Loved it! - Tik is an amazing guide. Totally loved this day trip. If you like to see villages in Thailand and the lifestyle of people living there, you must do this trip.
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528jeanphilippeg
Feb 29, 2024
Very nice experience - It was great, full of images and memories. our guide was a very pleasant meeting, we couldn't have had better! And what’s more, he speaks French really well.
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Frank
Feb 29, 2024
Family-tastic experience! - Fantastic! Beautiful day trip, away from mass tourism. Beautiful visits to mountain peoples and an impressive cave. Transport in a comfortable car and not in an overcrowded van. Nice skilled guide! Excellent English and French. Highly recommended!
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Luiz
Mar 12, 2024
Align your expectations before closing - Our expectations were different from reality, we imagined it would be a greater immersion in the culture, but it was a quick visit to each tribe, just to buy handicrafts
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