Wonderful Northern Package 7 Days

This trip allows us to visit King Mengrai Monument then continue to visit Wat Phra Kaew is a third-common-class royal temple situated in the area of 10,640 square metres. The King of Thailand upgraded the temple to the royal temple on May 31, 1978. The temple gains historical importance as the place where the Emerald Buddha was found...
Day 1 : Chiang Rai Arival
Upon arrival, meet & greet with local guide at Chiang Rai Airport then transfer to the hotel. After check in, we visit King Mengrai Monument then continue to visit Wat Phra Kaew is a third-common-class royal temple situated in the area of 10,640 square metres. The King of Thailand upgraded the temple to the royal temple on May 31, 1978. The temple gains historical importance as the place where the Emerald Buddha was found. It is also one of the main centre's of Buddhist education and the Sangha's administration in northern Thailand. Lunch at local restaurant. Then visit Wat Rong Khun , better known as "the White Temple" is one of the most recognizable temples in Thailand. The temple outside the town of Chiang Rai attracts a large number of visitors, both Thai and foreign, making it one of Chiang Rai's most visited attractions. Then return to Hotel for relaxing. In the evening enjoy Northen Style dinner with dance at Saban Nga Khantoke. Then return to Hotel for relax.

 Meal : Lunch , Dinner 
 Overnight in Chiang Rai
 
 Day 2 : Chiang Rai – Wat Tham Pa Are Cha Tong – Doi Mae Salong- Golden Triangle
 Take breakfast box today early morning drive to Wat Tham Pa ArCha Tong gets its name 'Archa' or 'horse' in Thai, from the unique practice of the monks available only at this temple: to go for alms offerings on horseback. At the temple, the monks and the novices live close to the horses. This is an interesting way of life of monks who live among forests. then visit Doi Mae Salong It is best to visit this mountain peak in winter from December to February. Tourists can indulge themselves in a nice and comfortable temperature, admire the picturesque sea of fog and sip a cup of warm tea ian a meantime. Moreover, tourists can wander around tea plantations and greet hill tribe people in their colorful costumes festooned with distinctive silver adornments. There are pinkish Wild Himalayan Cherry flowers, so-called Thailand's Sakura, blooming all over the mountain. Have Lunch at local restaurant, After that continue driving to the ancient city Chiang Saen. , Then carry on to the three country borders meet which is called " Golden Triangle" after visit Opium Museum then drive to Mae Sai, visit the Thailand and Mynmar border city , Finally visit the Akha and Yao hilltribe village on the way back to Hotel.

 Meal : Breakfast, Lunch 
 Overnight in Chiang Mai
 
 Day 3 : Chiang Rai - Chiang Mai via Long tail boat - Tiger Kingdom
 After breakfast check out from hotel then our guide transfer you to the pier for take a long tail boat along the Kok River , on the way, stop to visit at the Long Neck Karen hill tribe villages. Upon arrival at Thaton pier, have lunch at local restaurant after that visit Thaton Temple , is a large temple complex in a very attractive setting only a few kilometers from the border with neighboring Myanmar. After visit Tiger KingdomKingdom (included 3 programs: small, medium and Big Tiger) this transfer by van to Hotel in Chiang Mai. After check in free and relax.

Meal : Breakfast, Lunch 
Overnight in Chiang Mai  
 
Day 4 : Chiang Mai - Ban Mae Kampong
Leave the Chiang Mai city with van Drive though the scenic of the mountain green lush on the way stop at the local market to select the ingredient for making dinner by your own. When arrive at Ban Mae Kampong start take a walk around the village passing coffee, tea field and refresh yourself at the 7- level waterfall. Picnic will be served at here. Spend the afternoon with the traditional massage at the Village. And End of the day with joint with the host to prepare the dinner.

Meal : Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner 
Overnight in Ban Mae Kampong  
 
Day 5 : Ban Mae Kampong - San Kampeang - Chiang Mai
Offer alms to the monks at the village temple with your host ,Morning Breakfast will be served you by the host and stroll around the community to see the making of local hats, bamboo furniture making, bamboo handicraft, herbal products and the process of old tea leave fermented processing. Then Visit to the San kampeang Hot spring see the 100 degrees Celsius water from underground , after visit San Kamphaeng district , heart of the silk and cotton home industries, to witness the fascinating process of making and weaving these popular fabrics. Then drive back to your hotel.

 Meal : Breakfast, Lunch 
 Overnight in Chiang Mai  
 
Day 6 : Baan Change Elephant Park (Join Group) **we arrange one elephant per two persons **
Today is your highlight holiday with your own elephant
Pick up from Hotel at 08.30 am by Air Condition Van. We will drive through agricultural Thai countryside North of Chiang Mai for One hour to BAAN CHANG ELEPHANT PARK where you learn, how to be a Mahout (Elephant caretaker). At the Park, the Elephant Mahout Guide will give you first useful information's about the Thai Elephants. You get instructions for guiding and riding your elephant as well you get the chance to feed them. After lunch, it's time to show what you had learnt in the morning. You sit on the back of the Elephant and try to control him during the ride through the beautiful forest and country side for about 1.5 hours as well you learn how to guide the Elephant into the river. There you get new skills in bathing and washing your Elephant. From the river bank, the guide will take some picture of you while you take care in bathing your elephant. When we return to the main hut from the river, at the coffee shop some Tea, Coffee or Water will be served. Around 03.30 pm it's time to say goodbye to a lovely Elephants and BAAN CHANG ELEPHANT PARK. Back in Chiang Mai you will be dropped off at your Hotel.

Meal : Breakfast, Lunch 
Overnight in Chiang Mai  
 
Day 7 : Doi Suthep Temple - Chiang Mai - Departure
Breakfast at the hotel. Morning, transfer on a private air-conditioned vehicle to the mountain temple of Wat Prathat Doi Suthep , the most famous landmark of Chiang Mai. Its exquisite golden pagoda with 6 kg of pure gold at its peak and the rest plated with gold shines high over the city. The sound of temple bells fills the air, and the view down over the city makes an irresistible photo opportunity. After lunch at local restaurant Then transfer you to Chiang Mai Airport.
       
 Meal : Breakfast , Lunch  



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WHAT'S INCLUDED?
Accommodation with daily breakfast at selected hotels 
Private Vehicles and Drivers
Private English Speaking Guides (Other languages if available, upon request)
Meals as mentioned in the itinerary (B= Breakfast, L= Lunch, D= Dinner)
All domestic flights
Airport Taxes and Fuel charges
Entrance fees for all mentioned sights visited
Drinking water available on the vehicles.
Service Charge & Government Taxes
WHAT'S NOT INCLUDED?
Your International Flights
Personal Expenses (such as laundry, telephone, drinks, etc.)
Any bank fees or charges at your end
Meals other than those mentioned in the itinerary
Personal Travel Insurance
Tips for tour guide and driver in each region
Peak season or public holidays surcharge if any
Compulsory Gala dinner on X-Mas or New Year if any
Other services not mentioned above

HOTEL SELECTION:

The hotels listed below are our suggestions for the best value on this tour.  However, Asia Essence Tours offers many more options of hand-picked hotels, with different "star ratings", allowing you to customize the vacation to meet your taste and budget.

LOCATIONS

FIRST CLASS CATEGORY

SUPERIOR CATEGORY

DELUXE CATEGORY

Bangkok

The Siam Heritage

Park Plaza Bangkok soi

Shangri-la

Chiangmai

Raming Lodge

Rimping Village

Dusit D2 Chiang Mai

Phuket

Patong Premier Resort

Patong Paragon Resort & Spa

Le Meridien Phuket Beach Resort

ABOUT HOTELS:

We, at Asia Essence Tours, are aware that a good tour must have good hotels. As the hotel cost will be the major expense of your vacation in Vietnam, Cambodia and Laos, it is essential that all of the hotels chosen by us are the highest quality for the price paid. All of our prices are based on twin, double or queen shared rooms.

BELOW IS AN EXPLANATION OF THE HOTEL "STAR" RATINGS:

First Class/ 3 Star (from US$ 40 - US$ 60 per room/night)

The First Class/ 3 Star Hotels are good value and normally centrally located. They all have comfortable en-suite rooms, good amenities and public areas to relax in. They are usually family run hotels, so offer great personalized service for your enjoyment and comfort. Most first class properties offer an in-house restaurant, and some may even have a swimming pool!

Superior/ 4 star (from US$ 80 - US$ 110/ per room/night)

The 4* superior Hotels offer a wide range of services. Many superior hotels feature a choice of several in-house restaurants. In addition virtually all of them have a swimming pool. Some may even feature a spa or health club. This grade of hotel offers more for your enjoyment and comfort, while still remaining affordable.

Deluxe/ 5 Star (from US$120 - US$ 180++/ per room/night)

These 5* Deluxe hotels are usually owned by Worldwide, well known Hotel chains. The deluxe hotels feature excellent locations, offer the highest standards of service and facilities, and are known as the best hotels in each region. Facilities such as swimming pools and spas are the norm, and guest rooms are luxurious. These hotels offer first class service and amenities throughout.

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Flexibility: The sample itinerary can be modified to suit your interests, budget as well as your personal wishes including departure date, duration, accommodation used & how long you spend in each destination.

Tailor-Made Journey: This trip can be tailor made to create a unique holiday for your individual requirements by travel experts with intimate knowledge of the destination. It is a more individual trip that will suit those who enjoy immersing themselves in new cultures and environments, with the flexibility to plan a trip at your own pace. Quality and value are the hallmark of the trips, with most services being provided on a private basis.

Commitment to Excellence: We enjoys excellent relationships with all of the highly regarded hotels and finest properties in our destinations as well as with service suppliers so that we are able to negotiate the most attractive prices for our clients, which enables us to provide exclusive holidays and affordable special offers. We create one-of-a-kind vacations for groups and individuals. We love our destinations and do our best to make sure that our customers feel the same way. Our job is to make sure that everyone gets the right balance of comfort and excitement to enjoy the experience of a lifetime.



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