3 days 2 nights
Specific Tour
14 people
English
Experience the charm of rural Thailand with a 3 Days 2 Nights Homestay at Mae Kampong. Nestled in the lush hills of Chiang Mai, this quaint village offers an authentic escape from the hustle and bustle. Immerse yourself in the local way of life as you stay with a welcoming host family, savoring delicious home-cooked meals and participating in daily activities.
Wander through the picturesque tea plantations and embark on guided treks to discover hidden waterfalls, showcasing the natural beauty of Mae Kampong. Engage in cultural exchanges, learning traditional crafts or partaking in village ceremonies. As night falls, relax in your cozy homestay, surrounded by the tranquility of nature. Mae Kampong provides a unique opportunity to connect with the community, fostering unforgettable memories and a deeper appreciation for the simplicity and warmth of rural Thai life.
08.30 hrs. Depart your hotel by car to Baan Jang Nak" is a northern language that means “elephant” and nak means “many”. Therefore, Ban Chang Nak means “ house of many elephants” Inside the house there are elephants carved by a sala which means “ a very skilled craftsman” Ban Chang Nak is home to a wide variety of artists’ performance and local Thai Lanna craftsmen. Masterpieces were expressed and created from magnificent imagination through meticulously wood-carved elephants. Each elephant carving was elaborately carved into different gestures and expressions. It’s really worth the visit to appreciate the beauty of such valuable artworks that the artists expressed amazingly into wood patterns as if they were real. Ban Chang Nak Museum is a place, where artworks of Sala Phet Wiriya, his friends, and disciples are exhibited. Elephants have been national animals of Lanna for ages and have close relationships with Sala Phet as well. Lunch at the local restaurant.
Continue to Mae Kam Pong village, which is 1,300 meters above sea level. The journey takes about 1 hour (50 km.) from Chiang Mai. On the way to the village, stops can be made at the stone garden, Teen Tok Royal Project, and Pha Num Lord Cliff. Upon arrival at the village, foreign visitors will meet the chief of the village, who will introduce them to their hosts and their guides. The village chief will brief the guests about the village and its activities. Hosts will take their guests to their houses. Afterward, guests will take a village tour, observing the making of local hats, bamboo furniture making, bamboo handicrafts, herbal products, and the process of old tea leaves fermenting. A visit to tea and coffee plantations, the 7- level waterfall, the local school and the temple are also included. Return home and at leisure until dinner. Dinner will be served in the host’s house and dine together with the hosts. Overnight in the host’s house.
In the early morning, guests will be taken to the temple to offer alms to the monks and return home for breakfast. After breakfast, guests will be able to choose one of the two activities: 1. to trek through the forest to Mon Lan Peak, which is 1,700 meters above sea level and 5 kilometers from the village. At the peak, guests will view the three provinces – Chiang Mai, Lamphun, and Lampang. Return to the village late afternoon and at leisure until dinner. 2. to visit by car the areas surrounding the village, such as Sankampang Hot Springs and Muang-on Cave. Return to the village late afternoon and at leisure until dinner. Dinner will be held at the community center. During dinner, the welcoming ceremony, and welcoming dance together with local music (using local instruments) will be performed. Overnight in the host’s house.
Breakfast with your host and return to Chiang Mai after breakfast.
Deposit of 20% of the total of tour is required upon confirmation of booking tour. The full prepayment will need to be made 45 days before departure for all services by money transfer or credit card payment with all bank transfer charges/ fees to be paid by the client. Owner bank account Account name: PHAN TRONG THANG Bank name: Asia Commercial Joint Stock Bank (ACB)- branch: Hanoi Branch Account Number: 10659267 Bank Swift Code: ASCBVNVX The bank address: Address: 442 Nguyễn Thị Minh Khai, Ward 5, District 3, Hồ Chí Minh City, Vietnam Phone number: (84.28) 3929 0999 After receiving your payment, we will issue you the hotel voucher and/or final confirmation itinerary, which can be sent to you by fax or e-mail.
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The tour includes overnight stays in a homestay at Mae Kampong Village
The group size for this tour is up to 14 people.
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