Please note that this tour has four booking options, combining Long Neck Village admission choices with either hotel drop-off or an end point in Chiang Rai.
Remarks: The duration of each activity is approximate and may vary depending on the group’s pace on the day.

Option A: (Incl. Long Neck & Boat Tour): Includes entrance to the Long Neck Karen Village. No extra payment is required on the day.
Option B: (Excl. Long Neck): Includes the boat tour along the Mekong River but does not include admission to the Long Neck Karen Village. Guests who choose this option may wait at the entrance area.
The rest of the itinerary is the same for both options.

• 07.00 am. Pickup from the hotel in the old city of Chiang Mai early in the morning:
  The driver will break at a natural hot spring along the way to Chiang Rai.

Next, visit the hill tribes in Chiang Rai. The Karen Hill Tribe is an ethnic group known for the distinctive practice of its women wearing brass rings around their necks, arms, and legs.
The Hill Tribe people primarily reside in the mountainous regions of northern Thailand, particularly in the Chiang Rai province, as well as in parts of Myanmar (Burma).

• Explore the White Temple (Wat Rong Khun): Explore the White Temple, a stunning masterpiece of Thai art and architecture. Admire the intricate carvings and designs on the outside, and marvel at the intricate sculptures and murals inside.

Thai Lunch: Enjoy a delicious Thai buffet lunch at a local restaurant, allowing you to savor authentic flavors. If the restaurant is closed, we will offer a set menu instead.

Following lunch, you will visit the Black Museum, which features black-and-white artwork. Then proceed to Blue Temple.

• Visit the Blue Temple (Wat Rong Suea Ten): Explore the Blue Temple, known for its striking blue and gold design and beautiful murals depicting local mythology and Buddhism.
  The journey continues with a visit to the Golden Triangle, a location known for its opium trafficking in the past, where you can view the meeting points of Thailand, Burma, and Laos before boarding a boat on the Mekong River.

• Return to Chiang Mai: After a day of exploration and cultural immersion, return to Chiang Mai at 10.00 p.m.

This itinerary offers a comprehensive experience of Chiang Rai's highlights, including its unique temples and cultural attractions. Enjoy the beauty and serenity of these extraordinary locations, immersing yourself in Thai temples and culture along the way.