Begin your day with a pickup from your hotel in Chiang Rai. Head to the White Temple (Wat Rong Khun), a masterpiece by Chalermchai Kositpipat. Walk the bridge of rebirth and admire the surreal fusion of traditional Thai architecture and modern pop-culture murals.

Next, head to the Blue Temple (Wat Rong Suea Ten). Experience the vibrant sapphire interiors and modern sculptures designed by a student of the White Temple’s creator. Stop for the famous local coconut ice cream served in a coconut shell.

For lunch, choose between Lalitta Café for the “Fairytale Forest” and mist-covered waterfalls or Chivit Thammada for a sophisticated riverside colonial atmosphere.

After lunch, explore the Black House Museum (Baan Dam), a collection of over 40 structures featuring intricate wood carvings, buffalo horns, and skins exploring the cycle of life and death.

Then, visit the Karen Long Neck Village to meet the Kayan people, learn about their brass-ring traditions, and see their handmade weaving crafts.

Next, stand at the confluence of Thailand, Laos, and Myanmar at the Golden Triangle. Choose between a private boat cruise along the Mekong River, including a brief stop at the Don Sao (Laos) island market, or a visit to the opium museum.

End your day with a relaxed dinner at a local restaurant overlooking the Mekong River and casino's nightlife over the borders.