Daily : 08:30 - 12:00 & 13:30 - 17:00 hr.

Doi Suthep, a 1600 metre peak named after the hermit Sudeva who lived on the mountain's slopes for many years, is the 600 year old temple of Wat Phrathat Doi Suthep. After a drive up the mountain's winding road, the final climb to the site is via a magnificent Naga (dragon-headed serpent) staircase of 306 steps. Inside the cloisters is an intriguing copper-plated chedi topped by a five-tier gold umbrella which contains partial relics of Lord Buddha. On a clear day, there are incomparable views over the city of Chiang Mai from the grounds of the temple.

Daily : 08:30-12:00, 14:00-17:30 hr.

Chiang Mai is Thailand's main handicraft centre and is ringed by small cottage factories and workshops. On this tour a visit is made to the San Kamphaeng district, heart of the silk and cotton home industries, to witness the fascinating process of making and weaving these popular fabrics. Continue on the Bor Sang, the umbrella village, where the delicate Thai paper umbrellas are produced and hand-painted. From here, onwards to Thai Celadon, about 6kms north of Chiang Mai, where exquisite ceramics are produced. These are modeled on the Sawankhalok pottery that used to be made hundreds of years ago at Sukhothai and exported all over the region. With its deep, cracked glazed finish the style is very distinctive and some pieces are exceptionally beautiful. Last but not least, are stops to observe the intricacies of both the lacquerware and silverware craftsmen.

Daily : 08:30-12:30 hr.

A pleasant morning spent in the company of these magnificent gentle giants. In present day Thailand, elephants are only used as tremendously powerful beasts of burden but, in earlier times, they were a vital part of the King's army and played a very important role in Thai history. Currently there are approximately 13,000 working elephants in the country and, on this trip, you will be witness to the traditional techniques still used in the training process. Wonder at the delicacy and preciseness of such gigantic creatures in action. For a small fee, the adventurous can also enjoy an short but unforgettable elephant ride! On the return journey to the hotel a stop will be made at one of the region's orchid farms displaying a full variety of some of Thailand's exquisite blooms.

Daily : 08:00-12:00, 13:00-17:00 hr.

This is a visit to a historic town Lamphun, it is located about 26 km south of Chiangmai. Life in this town goes by at a relaxing pace. It is an important site for arts in Thailand. Founded by the Mon Kingdom of Haripunchai, whose first Queen was the legendary Chamadevi. On to learn some cotton weaving at Pasang. Here you will find an assortment of cotton textiles known to be the best in Thailand.

Daily : 08:30-12:00, 13:30-17:00 hr.

This tour takes you on an unforgettable drive through many different parts of the city, passing markets, residential areas, foreign consulates and establishments, government buildings and Ta-Pae, Chiang Mai's main street. Visit four of the most important temples: WAT CHIANG MAN (AD 1297), the oldest temple within the city walls; WAT CHEDI LUANG (AD 1411), where the Emerald Buddha was once enshrined; WAT PHRA SINGH (AD 1345), housing a very sacred 1,500 year old Buddha image; and WAT SUAN DOK (AD 1371), where the ashes of Chiangmai's Royal Family are interred.

Daily : 08:30-16:30 hr.

visit the Jungle Raft Elephant Camp in Mae Taeng, first to see the elephant shows. After the shows you will be an exciting ride on the elephants crossing the Mae Taeng river and up the hill. This last about 45 minutes. Then you will return by oxcart to the elephant village where lunch will be served. Rafting adventure starts from here and last for 45 minutes along the Mae Tang river. This place is relatively unspoiled. On wards to the Orchid Farm, here there are many beautiful of 500 species of orchid.

Daily : 08:00-16:00 hr.

This is a visit to the Lampang Elephant Camp. In the old days there were at least 4,000 elephants employed to do logging work. So it is quite natural to have a successful elephant camp here. It also house the only Elephant Hospital in Thailand. This is a sanctuary for abused elephants. For the shopper Lampang is noted for production of blue and white pottery. Within the city you can enjoy rides on the horse carriage. These carriages are unusual sight. There will also be a chance to drive through Lampang town. Visitor will also have a chance to visit the Wat Prathat Lampang Luang. Considered to be one of the most interesting monastery in Northern Thailand. It was once part of a fortification. Now one can see the rampant of the fortress wall. Several large Bodhi tress are turned into shrine around the compound. Lunch is in Lampang and then move on to Lamphun to visit the one of oldest temple in Lamphun, Wat Prathat Hari Phunchai

Daily : 08:00-17:00 hr.

The 60 km. away from Chiang Mai is a popular destination for one-day excursion - Doi Inthanon National Park, the highest mountain in Thailand (2,565 meters). The park offers beautiful scenery, evergreen montane forests, dwarf rhododendron groves and many types of habitat. The area is also popular for bird-watching, being home to nearly 400 bird species, many from North Asia including mountain hawk eagles and Eurasian woodcocks. Other stop along the winding road include Karen hill tribe villages, Wachiratharn waterfall and the twin chedi built by Thai Airforce to commemorate King Bhumibol and Queen Sirikit. The summit is containing the shrine of Chao Inthawithchanaon, the former prince of Chiang Mai.

Daily : 06:00-19:00 hr.

Early morning drive through mountainous and beautiful scenery, first stop will be at Tham Tabtao to visit the tranquil temple and Buddha image build by Burmese. Then continue to Thaton, there are magnificent views over the Mekok River from the temple on top of the mountain. Lunch at local restaurant, and continue to visit Akha hill tribe village and Padong Long neck. Then visit the famous Golden Triangle where the borders of Thailand, Myanmar and Laos meet! Then journey to Chiang Rai, and continue to Chiang Mai, on the way stop to visit Akha and Yao hill tribe villages and Rong Khun temple.

Daily : 08:00-16:00 hr

The tour start by transfer to Chiang Mai Airport for flight to Mae Hong Son. Upon arrival Mae Hong Son, car drive into the countryside to the pier. Ride on the local long tail boat down strem along Pai river to the most colorful Hilltribe villages, home to the Long Neck Karens. The women wear numerous brass coils round their necks and legs, making them look 'stretched' - their photographs have graced explorer journals worldwide. The coils are considered beautiful and four years old. By long-tailed speed boat back to town for lunch at a local restaurant. Then drive further to visit Wat Phra Dhat Doi Kongmoo on the mountain top with breathtaking views of this sleepy town. If time permitted, visit to the Burmese-style temples of Wat Jong Kam and Wat Jong Klang which located next to a large pond in the southern part of town. Back to Chiang Mai in the late afternoon flight, and transfer to your hotel.

* Travel to Mae Hongson is subject to weather condition - flight visibility.

Central Thailand
· Bangkok
· Ayuthaya
· Kanchanaburi

Northern Thailand
· Chiang Mai
· Chiang Rai
· Mae Hong Son
· Lampang
· Lamphun
· Sukhothai
· Hilltribes People

East & West Coast
· Pattaya
· Rayong
· Hua Hin
· Koh Samed Island
· Koh Chang Island

Southern Thailand
· Phuket Island
· Samui Island
· Phi Phi Island
· Krabi
· Phang Nga
· Koh Tao
· Koh Phagnan
· Koh Lanta
· Khao Lak

North Easthern
· Khao Yai
· Khao Phra Viharn
· Ubon Ratchathani
· Nakhon Phanom