Chiang Rai White Temple & Golden Triangle 1 Day Tour (+ Don Sao Boat Trip/Hill Tribe Villages options) - from Chiang Mai - main view

Chiang Rai White Temple & Golden Triangle 1 Day Tour (+ Don Sao Boat Trip/Hill Tribe Villages options) - from Chiang Mai - view 1

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Chiang Rai White Temple & Golden Triangle 1 Day Tour (+ Don Sao Boat Trip/Hill Tribe Villages options) - from Chiang Mai

Travel Activity

Thailand

Chiang Rai

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Sightseeing Tours

City Sightseeing

Outside of Chiang Mai

Availability

Every day

Minimum Pax

1 Person

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Languages

English
Chinese

Meet Location

At your hotel lobby in the central Chiang Mai area

Included

Hotel pick up & drop off
English/Chinese speaking tour guide
Boat Trip to Don Sao Island (optional)
Hill Tribe villages visit (optional)
Entrance fees
Lunch
Accident insurance

Excluded

Dinner
Personal expenses

Overview

Try this compact Chiang Rai tour to visit the White Temple, the Golden Triangle, and a couple more in 1 day!

Feel the need to head north to Chiang Rai despite your time limit in Chiang Mai? Get on a vehicle to witness the dazzling awesomeness of Wat Rong Khun (White Temple). Watch 3 countries sharing the Mekong at the Golden Triangle. If you feel like it, hop on a long-tail boat to Don Sao Island to step on the Laos' territory. Then, get super close to the Myanmar's border in Mae Sai! Yao, Akha, and Karen Long Neck Hill Tribe villages are also available as an option, where you can spot the tribes in traditional clothes and shop items they made.

Why this tour?

Great for those who're short on time but want to explore Chiang Rai and the border as much as possible
Mae Khachan Hot Spring: popular break stop where you can soak your feet or boil eggs in the hot spring
Wat Rong Khun (White Temple): meaning "snow flower temple" in Thai, a revamped temple of the local artist Chaloemchai's lifework, all in white and inlaid with clear glass tiles
Golden Triangle: the point where the Mekong river divides Thailand, Laos, and Myanmar, previously known for opium production & trade
Don Sao Island: market area in Laos, accessible by long-tail boat along the Mekong without a visa (optional)
Mae Sai: Thai town which shares its border with Myanmar with a bustling market
Hill Tribe villages: set up village to let tourists be exposed to the hill tribes and their tradition (optional)

▲ Wat Rong Khun (White Temple)
The White Temple in Chiang Rai captivates visitors with its intricate white designs and shimmering mirrors. This modern architectural marvel offers a unique cultural and artistic experience.

▲ Golden Triangle
The Golden Triangle, where Thailand, Laos, and Myanmar meet, offers breathtaking views of the Mekong River and a fascinating history tied to the opium trade.

▲ Mae Sai
Mae Sai, Thailand's northernmost town, offers a vibrant blend of local culture and border-town charm. Explore its bustling border market.

▲ Don Sao Island (optional)
Take a boat trip to Don Sao Island, located in the Mekong River, offers a peaceful escape with its lush landscapes and tranquil atmosphere.

Price

Option/Price	Included	Included
Chiang Rai & Golden Triangle Only Adult (5 yrs~) Child (3~4 yrs) Chiang Rai & Golden Triangle + Don Sao Boat Trip Adult (5 yrs~) Child (3~4 yrs) Chiang Rai & Golden Triangle + Hill Tribe Villages Adult (5 yrs~) Child (3~4 yrs) Chiang Rai & Golden Triangle + Don Sao Boat Trip + Hill Tribe Villages Adult (5 yrs~) Child (3~4 yrs)	- Hotel pick up & drop off - English/Chinese speaking tour guide - Boat Trip to Don Sao Island (optional) - Hill Tribe villages visit (optional) - Entrance fees - Lunch - Accident insurance

Children younger than 3 years old are free of charge and will share seats with the parents in the vehicle.
Please be noted that this tour is a fully packed day tour and involves over 700km of driving. Due to the distance between Chiang Mai & Chiang Rai and wide coverage of destinations, you'll spend 9+ hours in the vehicle. If you prefer to extend the itinerary to a 2-day trip with more destinations, please send us an email to inquiry@trazy.com.
Tour is available with English or Chinese (Mandarin) tour guide. Please write down which language you want to do the tour in on the booking page.

[Hotel Transfer Service]

A shared transfer service from/to your hotel will be provided in the central Chiang Mai area (within a 3 km radius of Thapae Gate).
If your hotel is located outside the above mentioned area, there will be an additional charge.
The exact pick-up time at your hotel will be sent to you through email after your reservation is confirmed.

[About the meal]

Lunch: Thai-style buffet

*Separate vegetarian buffet is not available, but some menus are made with only vegetables.

[What to bring]

Comfortable shoes
Insect repellent

Itinerary

7:00am~7:30am

Pick up from your hotel in the central Chiang Mai area
Depart for Chiang Rai

Arrive at Mae Khachan Hot Spring
- Stretch your legs from sitting in the vehicle & watch a geyser

Arrive at White Temple (Wat Rong Khun)
- Marvel at the unconventional temple designed by famous Thai visual artist, Chalermchai Kositpipat

Arrive at the Golden Triangle
- Have a view of the natural borders of the 3 countries along the Mekong
- Imagine how the opium trade have been made across the regions and to China

Get on a boat to Don Sao Island in Laos along the Mekong river (optional)
- Browse the vendors selling bags, snake whisky and some handicrafts

Have lunch

Arrive at Mae Sai
- Look around the bustling border market in the town
- Have a glimpse of Myanmar, being only about 10m away across the river

Depart for Chiang Mai

Arrive at Yao, Akha, and Karen Long Neck Hill Tribe villages (optional)
- Take a look at the outfits of the hill tribes and handicraft goods they make

9:00pm

Arrive at your hotel in the central Chiang Mai area

*At each place except the Golden Triangle, you'll have 15~20 minutes to explore. You'll stay longer at the Golden Triangle, and there's an option to add a boat trip to Don Sao Island. Those who don't choose the option will get more time at the Golden Triangle itself.
*If there's no one in the tour group who has opted in for the Hill Tribe villages, you'll drive straight down to Chiang Mai.
*The itinerary is subject to change depending on local/traffic conditions.

How to book

1. Complete your booking.
2. Check your email.
3. Enjoy it.

Cancellation policy

All times are based on Korea Standard Time (KST) (GMT + 9 hours)
8 days before the reserved date: 100% refund
4~7 days before the reserved date: 50% refund
3 days before the reserved date or less: Non-refundable
*If you would like to reschedule your reservation, please check the availability with us at least 8 days before the original reserved date (no later than 5:00pm KST).