Cultural Immersion Tour: Discover Local Life and Sights

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Experience the best of Chiang Rai on a full-day tour. Immerse yourself in the local culture, visit top tourist sights, and explore off-the-beaten-track locations. Meet locals, learn about their language, religion, and customs, and savor delicious local food. Gain a deeper understanding of the country’s challenges from inspiring individuals making a difference.

Duration: 11 hours

Cancellation: 1 day learn more

Highlights

Wat Rong Khun - After welcoming all tourists at 8:30 am, we head to “Wat Rong Khun” (White Temple, admission ticket 100 baht). This masterpiece by Ajarn Chalermchai has become a symbol of Chiang Rai Province and a national landmark. Renowned for its beauty and intricate art, it feels like stepping into another world—a stunning paradise that truly exists. To appreciate its beauty, you must see it for yourself.
Wat Rong Seur Ten (Blue Temple) - Wat Rong Suea Ten in Chiang Rai Province showcases the beauty of the blue temple, created with unique applied Thai art. Crafted by local artist Mr. Phutta Kabkaew, a former student of Ajarn Chalermchai Kositpipat, the temple features shades of blue and gold, with intricate patterns, especially the Naga Staircase sculpture, which stands out for its delicate and distinct design.
Baan Dam Museum - Baan Dam or Baan Dam Museum (admission ticket 100 baht) is an art museum spanning over 100 rai in Nang Lae Subdistrict, Mueang District, Chiang Rai Province. Created by national artist Thawan Duchanee, known for his painting and sculpture skills, the museum features numerous artworks. Baan Dam consists of wooden houses and uniquely shaped cement houses, mostly painted black, which is Thawan’s favorite color. Each house is adorned with beautiful patterns, wood carvings, and animal horns, such as buffalo horns, stag antlers, crocodile skins, and large shells. The black color of the houses contrasts with Wat Rong Khun, leading to a comparison of these two places as “Hell” and “Heaven.”
Longneck Karen Village - Visiting one of the many Karen Long Neck villages (admission ticket 300 baht) in Thailand is one of the most exotic experiences. The tradition of wearing brass rings as jewelry is more impressive in person than in books. Despite ethical concerns about these villages feeling like human zoos, the visit proved worthwhile. It’s a real-life National Geographic Magazine experience that must be seen to be believed.
Choui Fong Tea Plantation - “Chui Fong Tea Plantation” is a renowned tea plantation in Mae Chan District, Chiang Rai. Covering 600 rai, it is the largest tea producer in Chiang Rai. The plantation spans over 1,200 rai across two areas, including Doi Phaya Phrai in Mae Fah Luang District. The Mae Chan area features tea plantations, viewpoints, photo spots, and two cafes—Chouifong Tea Cafe 1 and Chouifong Tea Cafe 2—offering both savory and sweet dishes, with tea drinks being a must-try.
Golden Triangle - The Golden Triangle is an area connecting Thailand (Chiang Rai Province), Laos (Bokeo Province), and Myanmar (Tachilek, Shan State), with the Mekong River crossing the Thailand-Laos border. It is a significant economic region with beautiful scenery, especially at sunrise. Initially known as a tourist destination and border town, the Golden Triangle has grown in economic importance as a major cargo handling area in Thailand.
House of Opium - Learn about the history of opium cultivation and its historical significance, with displays of opium-related equipment from ancient times.

What's Included

Lunch
In-vehicle air conditioning
Insurance
Transportation
English speaking Guide by TAT

What's Not Included

Entrance fee of Wat Rong Khun is 100 baht
Entrance fee of Baan Dam 80 baht
Entrance fee of Long-necked Karen 300 baht

Additional Information

We will take you into the heart of the local culture; to the must see tourist sights and then off the beaten track to where no other tourists ever go. Meet locals from all walks of life, learn some of the local language, religion, customs, folktales and beliefs, taste the local food and see the bustling cities and breath-taking nature. Balance all this by gaining a real insight into the issues facing the country from some of the inspirational people working there to make a real change.

Location

Wat Rong Khun

Lahaul-Spiti, Pa O Don Chai Subdistrict

Cancellation Policy

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

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Ian_p

Jul 24, 2024

Great day, exceptional value. - The white temple was well above my expectations, make sure you check out the art gallery in the off-set building, blue temple is beautiful inside, the black house was ok but nothing special. The longneck tribe visit I could live without, I see that as a human zoo, just my opinion. The tea plantation was ok and the golden triangle was an interesting stop. The driver and guide were excellent, very knowledgeable and quite comical, they made it a great day out. Value for money was extremely good, only $43 US for a full day with a decent lunch. I highly recommend this tour.

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847danhn

Dec 5, 2023

Keep good things - The view was amazing I talked many photo and eat a lots spicy Thai food we will come back and enjoy next trip