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Mae Ta Man Elephant Camp (ref. CMOD1) 8.30am - 3pm	Take a one day trip to the Mae Ta Man elephant camp. During the day, you will see a show where the elephants demonstrate their skills. You will also go for a ride on an elephant (approx. 1hr) and take a ride in an ox cart (approx. 1/2hr). Then in the afternoon you will be able to do some bamboo rafting (approx. 1hr). We recommend this trip as an ideal day out for a family. Click here for prices and details Book this Tour

Chomthong and the South (ref. CMOD2) 8.30am - 3pm	Visit one of the most interesting areas to the south of Chiang Mai. First we go to Wieng Khum Kham (the ancient original city of before Chiang Mai), then we continue south to the ancient city of Wieng Ta Kan located further south near the Ping River.We then continue on to Wat Phrathat Chomthong (approx. 60kms), one of the most important temples in the area. This temple shows a considerable Burmese influence, it is situated along one of the old trading routes running between Burma and Chiang Mai. Afterwards we drive on a little further to visit one of the famous waterfalls inside the Doi Inthanon National Park. This tour covers all the landmarks of the ancient cultural development of the area as well as Vachiratarn waterfall at the end of the day. Click here for prices and details Book this Tour

Chomthong and Hilltribe Village (ref. CMOD3) 9am - 3pm	Visit one of the most interesting areas to the south of Chiang Mai; including a visit to a hilltribe village. First we go to Wat Phrathat Chomthong (approx. 60kms), one of the most important temples in this area. This temple shows a considerable Burmese influence, it is situated along one of the old trading routes running between Burma and Chiang Mai. Afterwards we continue on to a Karen hilltribe village. We stop to explore the village and meet some of its inhabitants. Your guide will explain about the Karen, their customs and their daily life. Click here for prices and details Book this Tour

Chiang Dao Elephant Camp and Rafting (ref. CMOD4) 8.30am - 3pm	Extend the trip to the Chiang Dao Elephant Camp with some rafting. First visit the camp and watch the elephants going through their early morning routines as well as demonstrating some of their skills. Then take an elephant ride for approx. 1½hrs to a Lisu hilltribe village. After lunch take a ride down the river on a bamboo raft (approx. 1hr). Drive back to Chiang Mai after the rafting adventure. Click here for prices and details Book this Tour

Chiang Dao Elephant Camp, Rafting and Caves (ref. CMOD5) 8.30am - 5pm	Extend the trip to Chiang Dao Elephant camp with a visit to Chiang Dao Caves, a series of caves with religious significance, as you can see from the many Buddha images inside. First visit the camp and watch the elephants going through their early morning routines as well as demonstrating some of their skills. Then take an elephant ride for approx. 1½hrs to a Lisu hilltribe village. After lunch take a ride down the river on a bamboo raft (approx. 1hr). Visit Chiang Dao Caves just north of the elephant camp before driving back to Chiang Mai. Click here for prices and details Book this Tour

Mae On Cave, Hot Springs and Handicraft Villages (ref. CMOD6) 9am - 3pm	First visit the cave at Mae On, situated east of Chiang Mai. This cave is an ancient meditation retreat for monks situated on a hillside overlooking the valley. Then continue on to the Sankamphaeng hotsprings where you can see the hot water geysers. In the afternoon, visit the many handicraft villages of the area, including - celadon, saa paper, silver, lacquerware and many others. Click here for prices and details Book this Tour

Chiang Dao Elephant Camp, Rafting and Padong "long neck" tribe village (ref. CMOD7) 8.30am - 4pm	Visit the Chiang Dao Elephant Camp, including elephant riding to a hilltribe village and some rafting. First visit the camp and watch the elephants going through their early morning routines as well as demonstrating some of their skills. Then take an elephant ride for approx. 1½hrs to a Lisu hilltribe village. After lunch take a ride down the river on a bamboo raft (approx. 1hr). Drive further about 20mins to a Padong "long neck" village. Spend some time at the village, for photos and to enjoy the views over Chiang Dao. Drive back to Chiang Mai . Click here for prices and details Book this Tour

Doi Inthanon National Park (ref. CMOD8) 8.30am - 4pm	See the tallest mountain of Thailand and the surrounding National Park. Among the sights of interest are the summit of the mountain with its chedis and stupa, and waterfalls which we will visit. In addition, there are hilltribe villages, an agricultural research station and an interesting trail, which highlights the unique flora of the area. Click here for prices and details Book this Tour

Mae Sai and the Golden Triangle (ref. CMOD9) 8am - 8pm	Drive up to the very north of Thailand, via Chiang Rai. You will see the ancient temples of Chiang Saen on the banks of the Mekhong River. Then you will visit the bustling border town of Mae Sai (border of Myanmar and Thailand). During the day you will also visit some hot springs, some hilltribe villages and take a scenic drive through the hills of upper Northern Thailand. The Golden Triangle is actually the point where you can see all the three countries of Thailand, Laos and Myanmar. You will stop there during the day. Click here for prices and details Book this Tour

Doi Suthep Temple and Thai Handicrafts (ref. CMOD10) 9am - 3pm	Combine the Doi Suthep tour and the Handicrafts tour. In the morning visit Doi Suthep temple, the most important temple in Chiang Mai, situated on a hill overlooking the city. After lunch visit some of the many handicraft centres which produce and sell the local handicrafts. If you are interested in any particular kind of handicraft, we will find somewhere that you can watch it being made. Click here for prices and details Book this Tour

One Day Tour to Padong ("long neck") Tribe Village & Chiang Dao Caves (ref. CMOD11) 7am - 6pm	Start early in the morning , pick up from your hotel and drive northwards from Chiang Mai. This trip visits the famous "Long Neck" Padong tribe situated between Chiang Mai and Chiang Rai. The route to the Padong village takes about 3hrs but along the way we stop at an Orchid farm and Chiang Dao Caves. Once at the Padong village we explore the village and the nearby Akha & Lahu tribes. We also pass through the towns of Thaton and Chiang Dao. As it's a private trip it's possible to make stops along the way for photos and shopping for local products. Click here for prices and details Book this Tour

One Day Tour to Lampang (ref. CMOD12) 8am - 5pm	The journey from Chiang Mai to Lampang takes about 1½ hrs. On the way stop at the government owned Elephant training school. Here you will be able to see the elephants going through their paces and take an elephant ride (approx 1 hr). Continue driving to Lampang and visit the temples called Wat Phrathat Lampang Luang and Wat Phra Kaew Don Tao. Afterwards visit a house that is built of teak and is supported by an incredible 116 teak posts. Before returning to Chiang Mai we take a tour of one of the ceramic factories, (Lampang is famous for its ceramic industry). Click here for prices and details Book this Tour

One Day Tour to Chiang Dao Elephant Camp, Elephant Riding, Rafting and Palong Hilltribe Village (ref. CMOD13) 8.30am - 5pm	Extend the trip to Chiang Dao Elephant camp with a visit to a Palong hilltribe village, a colourful tribe that wear a striking red and coloured costume and live in a cluster of villages around Chiang Dao. First visit the camp and watch the elephants going through their early morning routines as well as demonstrating some of their skills. Then take an elephant ride for approx. 1½hrs to a Lisu hilltribe village. After lunch take a ride down the river on a bamboo raft (approx. 1hr). Visit the Palong hilltribe village just north of the elephant camp before driving back to Chiang Mai. Click here for prices and details Book this Tour

One Day Mahout Training Course at Lampang Elephant Conservation Centre (ref. CMODACT1) 7am - 5pm	Pick up from your hotel in Chiang Mai at 0700 and drive to the Lampang elephant conservation centre in Lampang. Arrive at the centre, register and meet the staff. In the morning you will see elephants bathing and demonstrating their skills. Then you will learn more about elephants including how to make elephant dung paper and visiting the elephant hospital. In the afternoon you will learn the skills involved in being a mahout and how to ride the elephant. The day finishes with the elephant ride back to the forest and receipt of course certificate. Click here for prices and details Book this Tour Slideshow

One Day Thai Cookery Course at the Green Mango Thai Cookery School (ref. THCKY01) 9.30am-4pm	Take a one day Thai Cookery course at the Green Mango Thai Cookery School. The day includes a visit to the market, preparation of curry paste from scratch, explanation of rice preparation & cooking, and the cooking and preparation of five Thai dishes. Also tasting of Thai fruits or dessert. The course runs daily and menu varies according to day. Pick up and drop off from/to city hotels and guesthouses is included. You get your own recipe book to take home. Not to be missed for fans of Thai food & cooking. Menu depends on day of the week unless you choose a private course. Click here to check the menus and to make booking

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