1 Chiang Rai Sightseeing & Temples

TRISHAWS AND TEMPLES fr £57pp

There are so many sights to see in and around Chaing Rai while on holiday in Thailand, but this fun tour takes some beating. You begin with a Trishaw ride through Chiang Rai's residential area and market place and visit Wat Phra Keaw temple which once, during the 13th century, housed the famous Emerald Buddha which is now in the capital Bangkok.

When holidaying in Thailand it is tempting to spend most of your time relaxing on a beach or around a hotel pool soaking up the tropical sun, but there are lots of tempting tours that can be taken and this is certainly one of the best. You are taken through the charming rural areas surrounding Chiang Mai and as well as seeing beautiful temples you experience the traditional Thai way of life.

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Chiang Rai Sightseeing & Temples

2 Golden Triangle & Mae Sai

INTO THE OPIUM 'DEN' fr £72pp

The Golden Triangle for centuries was known as the centre of the opium trade. And on this fascinating tour you visit a hill top viewpoint, above the junction of the Mekong and Ruak Rivers, which forms a three-way border with Laos, Burma and Thailand, to learn all about the part this region has played over the years in the growing of opium.

Then continue to Mae Sai, the northernmost point of Thailand, to meet the local people, experience life on the border with Burma and explore the market for exotic goods. When holidaying in Thailand it is tempting to spend all your time relaxing on a beach or around a hotel pool soaking up the tropical sun, but there are lots of memorable tours that can be taken and this is one of them.

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Golden Triangle & Mae Sai

3 Akha and Yao Hill Tribes

HEAD FOR THE HILLS fr £81pp

On this fascinating tour you are picked up from your hotel in the morning and driven out of Chiang Rai to the Mae Chan district. Then you continue uphill to visit simple Akha and Yao hill tribe villages. The Akha originated in Tibet, and the Yao originated in China, and today are still heavily influenced by Chinese traditions. Spend time with these colourful people and learn all about their way of life.

While in the villages you will experience ancient Thai culture with your Akha and Yao tribesman. You will see how these ethnic minorities continue to live their different ways of life in modern times. As these people are known for their distinct handicrafts and tribal textiles, this tour is also a good time to pick up some special gifts to take home.

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Akha and Yao Hill Tribes

4 Akha, Yao Hill Tribes & Golden Triangle

TRIBAL TRADITIONS fr £97pp

On this great tour you are picked up from your hotel in the morning and driven out of Chiang Rai to the Mae Chan district. Then you continue uphill to visit simple Akha and Yao hill tribe villages. The Akha originated in Tibet, and the Yao originated in China, and today are still heavily influenced by Chinese traditions. Spend time with these colourful people and learn all about their way of life.

Then drive on to Chiang Saen a small town on the Mekong River known for its 13th century ruins. Then you travel on to Mae Sai, the northernmost point of Thailand in an area known as the Golden Triangle where the countries of Thailand, Burma and Laos meet. Here you have time to explore the market where Burmese lacquerware, jade and other goods are good value and make wonderful souvenirs.

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Akha, Yao Hill Tribes & Golden Triangle

5 Doi Tung, Golden Triangle and Hall of Opium

AS GOOD AS GOLD fr £102pp

This tour begins in the morning when you are driven up the narrow and scenic mountain roads to Doi Tung and along the way stop to visit Lahu and Akha villages, meeting the local hill tribes people. Continue to the Golden Triangle area - where Thailand, Burma and Laos meet - and beside the mighty Mekong River you visit the Hall of Opium to learn the history of opium and the drugs trade in the region.

When holidaying in Thailand it is tempting to spend all your time relaxing on a beach or around a hotel pool soaking up the tropical sun, but there are lots of memorable tours that can be taken and this is certainly one of them. You are driven to one of the most beautiful regions of Thailand experiencing the countryside and traditional Thai way of life.

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Doi Tung, Golden Triangle and Hall of Opium

6 Burma Border Crossing, Golden Triangle & Mekong River

CROSS OVER AND STRIKE GOLD fr £148pp

On this popular tour you begin by crossing the border into neighbouring Burma where you witness life in a local village. Rickshaws wait to take you to explore a temple, and ride around town through the lanes and side streets. Stop at a busy market and enjoy haggling for bargains with the chance of getting some hand made goods and souvenirs to take home.

Then you travel to an area known as the Golden Triangle, where the countries of Thailand, Burma and Laos meet. Here you are taken to a viewpoint where you have stunning views over the countryside and the mighty Mekong River at the spot where it joins the Ruak. On this great tour you are picked up from your hotel in the morning and returned there at the end of an exciting day.

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