• Mae Sai - Your guide and driver will meet you at your Chiang Rai hotel lobby (conditions apply). From there, we head north towards Mae Sai, a 60-kilometre journey that connects Thailand with Thakhilek in Myanmar. On the way, we’ll stop at Baan Wang Lao, one of the few villages where traditional handicrafts remain a primary source of income for residents. Walking through the village with your guide, you’ll see locals showcasing their work, offering a genuine glimpse into Thai culture. Our main destination for this half-day trip is Mae Sai, known as the ‘Northern Most Point of Thailand.’ This small border town, surrounded by mountains, is the only overland border crossing into Myanmar. Its local market is a trading hub where you’ll see a mix of Thais and Burmese along the main street. It’s also a gem lover’s paradise, with various precious stones from Myanmar, such as rubies, emeralds, jade, and more, available for purchase. You’ll have plenty of time to explore and shop. If you decide to buy something, remember to barter – it’s the customary way to trade here, and your haggling skills will likely bring some smiles.

• Wat Hiranyawat - Visit the largest bamboo-woven Buddha in Thailand at Wat Hiranyawat in Mae Sai.

• Half-day tour with a professional English-speaking guide
• Air-conditioned transport with a professional driver
• All taxes and service charges included
• Entrance and donation fees covered for all planned visits

• Tours, inclusions of any kind and other services that are not outlined in the tour description
• Personal expenses such as meals, drinks, tips and gratuities, shopping, portage fees and optional tours, unless otherwise stated
• Hotel accommodation in the destination of commencement.
• Any airline tickets, visa fees, additional transportation cost from and to the general meeting point
• Supplements for transfers for customers arriving or departing from any airport or resorts located outside the general pick-up and drop-off locations
• Travel insurance coverage for customers (highly recommendable)

Mae Sai, a flourishing border town renowned for its trading specialists, is an epitome of bustling trade life. Snapping a photo at the utmost north of Thailand, with Myanmar just a short walk away, the town stands as a hub for jewel-trading and a glimpse into its culturally rich lifestyle.
• Embark on a journey to the furthest north of Thailand
• Engage in the thriving trade culture with Thai and Burmese traders
• Interact with the traders of gems and valuable stones
• Visit a hill tribe village, acclaimed for its exquisite handicrafts
• Experience a taste of rustic lifestyle along the way

• This tour is operated on full private basis with English-speaking guide.
• Transfers are only operated within the downtown Chiang Rai areas and restricted to main hotels only. Regions outside the central business district such as Fang, Thaton, Chiang Saen, Chiang Khong, Mae Sai, any surrounding mountain resort outside the Chiang Rai city borders and Chiang Rai International Airport are excluded and supplementary charges apply.
• Due to the nature of this tour, we regret to inform you that this excursion is not suitable for wheelchair users.
• Please note pickup and drop-off services may not be confirmed for customers staying at private residences, apartment complexes, or other non-registered tourism accommodations. Customers may be asked to meet at a nearby hotel for pick-up and drop off.
• There will be ample time for customers to spend time on their own to admire the sites at their own pace or browse along the shops for souvenirs. When additional time needs to be allocated for more time at leisure or shopping, this can be discussed with the guide on spot.
• Please ensure that you bring sunglasses, a hat /cap and sunblock with a high SPF factor when traveling with us on this tour – even when it is cloudy, the sunrays still have an immense power.
• It is the responsibility of the customer to provide us with the correct hotel information, should pick-up and drop-off services be included in the package. Any changes in accommodation outside 48 hours will be handled accordingly: changes within 48 hours may be on request.
• We recommend wearing light, comfortable cotton clothing and comfortable shoes.
• This tour does not include crossing the border into Myanmar (Thakhilek), due to time constraints.

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