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Ancient City Tour from Chiang Rai with Golden Triangle and Royal Villa
2 Adults x $137.38
$274.76
Approx Total
$274.76
Pickup included
Inclusions / Exclusions
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English
Bottled water
Professional guide
Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels)
Lunch
Air-conditioned vehicle
Additional food and drinks
Gratuities
Overview
Visit the Ancient City of Chiang Saen on a full-day tour from Chiang Rai City. Enjoy the flexibility of a profesionall guide throughout the day as you visit the Botanical Gardens and Royal Villa of the Queen mother, Golden Triangle, Mae Sai and more, with a break for lunch in a local restaurant. This 8 hours tour from Chiang Rai includes pickup and drop-off at city hotels, lunch, and entrance fees, and it’s a fun, personal way to explore the sites of northern Thailand.
• Exploration of Chiang Rai's must-see sights in 1 day
• Cultural heritage in the ancient ruins of Chiang Saen
• Panoramic landscapes over magnificent Mekong River
• Pivotal Golden Triangle bordering Thailand, Myanmar & Laos
• Informative, friendly and professional guide
Itinerary
Chiang Rai
Pick up from hotel or starting point then start your journey to Doi Tung with a scenic drive along the mountains.
30 minutes
Doi Tung
Doi Tung with a scenic drive along the mountains. Amid the mountain air, take in a remarkable, panoramic view of Thailand and Myanmar.
1 hour
House of Opium
Continue your journey with a visit to a hill-tribe village, once a site of opium cultivation.
30 minutes
Mae Fah Luang Garden
Next, visit the Mae Fah Luang Garden and enjoy the beautiful, elegant, and well-manicured garden of colorful flowers
30 minutes
Doi Tung Royal Villa
Continue your trip to the Royal Villa, the former home of Srinagarindra, the Princess Mother. This elegant villa is constructed from recycled pine wood and discarded teak trees.
30 minutes
Wat Phra That Doi Tung
Complete your trip farther up the mountain with a visit to the Wat Phra That Doi Tung. Built in the year 911 AD, this temple was erected from Buddha’s left collarbone and is regarded as the oldest and holiest sanctuary in the region.
1 hour
Golden Triangle
After that we will go the Golden Triangle (This is the frontier between Laos, Myanmar and Thailand and is separated by the Mekong Rivers).
1 hour
Sop Ruak - the center of the Golden Triangle
There are magnificent views over the Mae Khong River to the physical triangle made by Burma, Laos and Thailand at the confluence of the Ruak and Mekong River. For a small fee (have to pay extra 300THB), you can also enjoy the boat ride to view the splendor of mighty Mae Khong River.
Then we will have a buffet lunch .
30 minutes
The Thai - Burmese Border Gate
After lunch visit Mae Sai is located at the border between Thailand and Myanmar. This border town has a big market for shopping .
1 hour
Chiang Saen
At the end of this program we will visit the ancient city of Chiang Saen, a city abandoned for more than 100 years and recently revived. See the grand double city walls and antiquities from the city's history.
Then, you'll begin the return trip to Chiang Rai where this tour concludes with a drop-off at your hotel.
1 hour
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Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please bring along a valid passport on the day of travel
Free Cancellation
June 12100% refund
June 13No refund
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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Published on Jan, 2025
It was a lovely day exploring the northern areas of Thailand and also visiting the golden triangle area. Our guide Vam was excellent - a safe driver and a knowledgeable guide with a good sense of humor.
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