Full Day Visit To Elephant Nature Park
Spend a day with gentle giants! The majestic elephant is one of the most revered creatures in Thailand. At the Elephant Nature Park in the picturesque valley of Mae Taeng just an hour from Chiang Mai, these beautiful pachyderms receive all the care and respect that they truly deserve. This 20 year old sanctuary houses the country’s rescued elephants, from newborn babes to imposing oldtimers, and provides them a natural habitat to thrive in. Learn about the life of elephants and the threats they face in Southeast Asia from wildlife experts and local caregivers. Help feed the elephants and come away with a new perspective and insight into their lives. (Full Day, Morning 0930 Hrs, Shared Activity & Private Transfer; Travel Time to Activity: 40 mins, Duration: 6-7 hrs, Meal: Lunch Included, Fitness Level: Moderate. Please carry appropriate sun protection including sunscreen and a hat. Please wear comfortable running shoes and light, extra pair of cloths)
Pedal & Paddle Adventure – Chiang Mai
Discover a verdant natural paradise on your Thailand trip! Prepare for an exciting day of kayaking and cycling at Sri Lanna National Park, just an hour away from Chiang Mai. Begin your adventure with a bicycle ride along beautiful rural roads. Pass through lush green landscapes, bamboo and fern groves, orchards, and rice paddies. After about 20 kilometers of cycling, disembark at Mae Ngat Lake Reservoir, where kayaks will be waiting for you. Enjoy some leisurely paddling before you break for a delicious Lanna lunch served at the floating bamboo raft house on the lake. In the afternoon, choose between exploring the lake on your kayak and swimming, or simply settle down on the secluded shore for a spot of sunbathing. In the evening, pack up and return to Chiang Mai. (Full Day; Private Activity & Transfer; Lunch & Snacks included; Fitness level: Moderate as it includes 20 km cycle ride; Travel time to activity: 30 mins drive; Drinking water, cold towels and helmets are provided during bike ride)
Chiang Mai City Tour & Doi Suthep
Explore the wonders of Chiang Mai by foot! Begin your walking tour of this charismatic city at the banks of Mae Ping River. At Warorot Market, you will be greeted by excited locals hunting for exotic culinary delights, colorful fruits and spices, and a variety of household staples. Walk down to the historic Tapae Gate and the Three Kings Monuments, before visiting Wat Chiang Man, which is the oldest temple in the region. Take a fortifying lunch break at a local restaurant, sampling local delicacies. Afterwards, drive up to Wat Phra That Doi Suthep, an iconic temple site in Northern Thailand. The climb up the famous Naga staircase offers spectacular photo opportunities of the city spread out below in all its glory. At the top, admire the enormous temple gong and unending row of temple bells. (Full Day; Private Activity & Transfer; Fitness Level: Easy; Please be suitably attired for temple visit with covered and loose fitting clothes – shorts, mini-skirts, tight fitting trousers, sleeveless shirts or vests, and sandals are not allowed inside the temple).
Night Out At Food Street And Chiang Mai Bazaar
Savor the traditional flavors of Chiang Mai’s delicious street food and experience its busy night market on this exciting city trip. Stroll among the food carts and food stalls lining the old city, in the company of your local guide. Relish the tantalising tastes and aromas from the traditional food trucks, sampling delectable platters. Try out deep fried pancakes, noodle soup bowls, rice noodles with curry (kanom jeen), Thai coconut pudding (kanom krok), and the heavenly sweet mango with sticky rice. If you feel adventurous enough, you could also try the local rice whisky. Visit the nearby night market after a satisfying food walk. Revel in the attractive variety, textures and colors on offer at the local bazaar. Walk through the bustling bylanes, admiring the traditional textiles and local artefacts on display. After an enjoyable evening of retail therapy, drive back to your hotel. (Time of Day: Evening; Duration: 4 hrs, 1830 – 2230 hrs; Private Activity & Transfer; Meal included: Local street food; Fitness Level: Easy; Note: Inform your local guide of food allergies, if any, in advance; Please bring comfortable walking shoes).
