Chiang Rai is ideally situated for discovering Thailand’s Golden Triangle, so four days in the city give you ample time to immerse yourself in local culture and cuisine, and explore the northern highlands.

Day 1: Arrival in Chiang Rai

Upon arrival, have your free time for leisure or wander around the city to admire the tranquil atmosphere in its surroundings. Stay overnight in Chiang Rai.

Day 2: Chiang Rai city – Elephant riding (B)

Morning visit the world-famous Wat Phra Kaew where the Emerald Buddha image was once enshrined. Move on to Wat Phra Singha where one of Thailand’s most beautiful Buddha images is now enshrined. Then short drive to Black House- is the unique creation of national artist, Thawan Duchanee.

Afternoon, take on our boat cruise on Mae Kok River from Chiang Rai to Karen village where you can watch & feed elephants, especially enjoying your one hour elephant trekking. Transfer back to Chiang Rai for your overnight.

Day 3: Chiang Rai – Karen village – Golden Triangle - Chiang Saen (B)

This morning, you will transfer to Mae Salong where we will climb up and down the green hills, covered with tea plantations. From Doi Mae Salong, we will visit two villages of ethnic minorities: the village Akah of Loyo, and the village Lisu of Ban Hanygo before transfer to Golden Triangle where we take a boat trip on Mekong River to see Thailand, Burma & Laos triangle. Overnight in Chiang Saen

Day 4: Chiang Saen – Departure (B)

Free time until transfer back to Chiang Rai for departure or transfer directly to Chiang Mai. End of service!