Chiang Mai City Municipality

Chiang Dao Cave & 5 Hill Tribe villages

4.8(190 reviews)8hFree cancellation

Description

Visit five different hill tribe villages - Akha, Meo, Lisu , Palong and Karen village, see the different way of life, culture, and beliefs. You will learn how all these tribes are different in their living styles and lifestyles. Explore the Chiang Dao Cave and Temple, the biggest and full of stories cave of Chiang Mai. Visit an orchid farm and butterfly farm where you can see Thai orchids and bring the beautiful orchids home.

Highlights

Low Last Minute Supplier Cancellation Rate
Car Tours
Curated Catalog
Day Trips
Short term availability
Bus Tours
Adventure Tours
Nature and Wildlife Tours
Excellent Quality
Weather Dependent - Weather-Proof

What makes this experience special

Language guide

Inglese

What's included

Included

Pick up and drop off (Chiang Mai Old City Area)
Local tour guide at Chiang Dao Cave
Air-conditioned vehicle
Local tour guide from the villages
Licensed English speaking tour guide
Entrance fee at Chiang Dao Cave

Itinerary

1
Ban Huai I-Ko display the way of life and cultures of five different hill tribe groups which typically reside in the north of Thailand. At Ban Huai I-Ko you will find, Akha, Meo, Lisu, Karen and Palong. Explore the variety of culture, how they live, and different of beliefs. Get an unforgettable experience, visiting real local hill tribe villages guided by local people from the village. Explore their house, garden and school. The duration included traveling time from Chiang Mai to Chiang Dao
Admission included
2
Explore the cave with the local guides with a lantern. Chiang Dao cave is an attractive and biggest cave in Chiang Mai. A giant cave with beautiful stalagmite and the stalactite inside that form spontaneously. The cave is also fascinating with an astonishing stories about the past which has been told for many generations.
Admission included
3
Cozy greenhouse housing a variety of butterflies, plants & flowers, including orchids. Get to experience the beauty of nature as the butterflies flutter over the orchids. The exotic setup, nestled in a natural setting, gives visitors a glimpse into the life cycle of these insects and the plants that they love so dearly. The duration included traveling time from Chiang Dao to Chiang Mai
Admission included

Meeting point

The meeting point is in front of the Burger King at the Thapae Gate (eastern city gate) in Chiang Mai. Pick up time from Burger King can be between 8:00-9:00 hrs depending on the number of participants on your travel date.

Useful information

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
The exact meeting/departure time will be informed in a private message via the booking platform the day before before the tour. Departure time can be between 8:00-9:00 hrs depending on the number of participants on your travel date. Please carefully check your message/email the day before the tour (including junk mail).
For the hike in Chiang Dao Cave, we recommend wearing comfortable walking shoes (please avoid flip-flops for your safety and comfort).
As our tours run on a group basis, we can wait a maximum of 10 minutes after the scheduled meeting time. After this grace period, the guide will begin the tour. If you cannot make it on time, please let us know before the tour starts. If possible, we’ll do our best to reschedule you for the next available day, though a rescheduling fee will apply. No refund will be provided in case of late arrival.
Cancellations made at least 24 hours before the tour start time are eligible for a full refund. For cancellations made less than 24 hours in advance or in case of no-show, no refund will be issued.
Our tours operate rain or shine, as tropical rain showers in Thailand usually don’t last long. If it rains heavily, we try to seek shelter and will continue as soon as the weather improves. During the rainy season, it’s a good idea to bring a raincoat or poncho. Please note cancellations due to weather are not eligible for a refund.
Two passages inside the cave are quite narrow and you will need to crawl through them. This hike through the cave is not recommended for anyone who suffers from claustrophobia.
We only pick up from hotels and accommodations located within the Old City of Chiang Mai or directly next to the Old City walls. If your hotel or accommodation is outside this area, you are required to meet the group in front of the Burger King at Thapae Gate (the eastern gate of the Old City) in Chiang Mai.
We only pick up from hotels and accommodations located within the Old City of Chiang Mai or directly next to the Old City walls. If your hotel or accommodation is outside this area, you are required to meet the group in front of the Burger King at Thapae Gate (the eastern gate of the Old City) in Chiang Mai. The exact meeting/departure time will be informed in a private message via the booking platform the day before before the tour. Departure time can be between 8:00-9:00 hrs depending on the number of participants on your travel date. Please carefully check your messages/email (including junk mail folder) the day before the tour.
Mobile or paper ticket accepted