Name: 🏳️🌈 Exploring Nature & Culture: A Journey through Chiang Mai & Chiang Rai
Start: 2024-11-16T05:00:00+08:00
End: 2024-11-23T23:10:00+08:00

\*\* The Event is FULL \*\*
RSVP closed except for 1 male spot to share twin bed room.

We are planning an unforgettable trip that starts in Chiang Mai, and continues to Chiang Rai, two charming cities in northern Thailand renowned for their well-preserved cultural heritage and breathtaking scenery. This journey masterfully balances the beauty of Thailand’s natural landscape with the richness of its cultural legacy, offering a diverse range of experiences. Explore stunning landscapes, ancient temples, and the laid-back charm of northern Thailand with this remarkable tour.

**RSVP ARRANGEMENTS:**
If selected to attend the trip, need to pay HK$3,000 to secure your spot, then you buy air ticket on your own.

**Payment method:**
Deposit HK$3000 "PayMe” to Janice 55394387
Balance payment will be paid one month before departure.

**Estimate Cost:** HK$7,275 (Shared Expenses).
Based on 17 people share cost, the actual expenses may vary, means the final cost could be higher or lower than the estimate. We value quality when it comes to selecting restaurants and accommodation. Our priority is to ensure a satisfying experience while managing costs effectively.

**Cost Breakdown:**
**Chiang Mia to Chiang Rai** 6 Days HK$4,330 / person
• 3 x Toyota van driver + mountain guide 6 days (6-8 ppl /car)
• Petrol approx. 1000km / car
• Accommodation & Tips for drivers & tour guide
• Admission fee & parking
• All meals (Breakfast, lunch & dinner)
**Accommodation:**
Hotel 7 night $5,890/room (twin share) HK$2,945 / person

**Excludes**: flights, travel insurance, personal spending, massage etc.

**Outline Itinerary: (**Detailed Itinerary for Confirmed Participants)

**Day 1 – HK to Chiang Mai (16 Nov)**
Arrive Chiang Mai Airport, get taxi or Uber to the hotel on your own.
To kick off our trip, we can enjoy a delightful dinner together.
Accommodation: The hotel location is excellent, with Nimman Road No. 1 just downstairs.

**Day 2 – Starts our journey from Chiang Mai to Mae Salong (17 Nov)**
Starting from Chiang Mai, the driving distance between Chiang Mai to Doi Mae Salong is 250km, it takes about 4 .5 hours. Pass through countryside landscapes, waterfall and natural hot springs along the way.
Accommodation: Resort in Mae Salong

**Day 3 – Mae Salong to Golden Triangle (18 Nov)**
The Golden Triangle (locally known as Sop Ruak) is far north of Thailand. The center of the golden triangle is a point where the Ruak river converges with the Mekong River. As national borders, these rivers bring together the countries of Thailand, Myanmar and Laos at a single point.
Accommodation: Resort (near Golden Triangle)

**Day 4 – Golden Triangle to Phu Chi Fa (19 Nov)**
Explore Golden Triangle, Mekong River Cruise.
Afternoon, heading to Phu Chi Fa, Sunset at Doi Pha Tung
Doi Pha Tang is one of the famous tourist attractions in Chiang Rai.
Accommodation: Phu Chi Fa

**Day 5 – Phu Chi Fa to Chiang Rai (20 Nov)**
One of our favorite destinations is Phu Chi Fa. This place is famous for its stunning sunrises, which offers a mesmerizing experience, especially when you reach to the summits. It is truly worth getting up early to witness this natural wonder.
Afternoon, heading to Chiang Rai, city explore.
Accommodation: Resort at Chiang Rai

**Day 6 – Chiang Rai to Chiang Mai (21 Nov)**
The distance from Chiang Rai to Chiang Mai is approximately 330 kilometers, and the road journey takes over 5.5 hours. Along the way, you will encounter charming farms and delightful cafes, providing the perfect chance to relax and admire the picturesque Thai countryside.
Accommodation: Hotel at Chiang Mai

**Day 7 – Day Trip to Doi Inthanon (22 Nov)**
Doi Inthanon is the highest mountain range and one of the most popular national parks in Thailand. It is famous for its waterfalls, few trails, remote villages, viewpoints, sunrise/sunset watching, birdwatching and the all-year-round.
Accommodation: Hotel at Chiang Mai

**Day 8 – Check out Hotel - Go home (23 Nov)**
Flight back safely to Hong Kong with big smiles.

==== Finish Trip ======
Flights: (Host flight schedule)
16/11/2024 TG603 07:55 HKG > 09:40 BKK
16/11/2024 TG110 13:30 BKK > 14:45 CNX
23/11/2023 UO755 19:35 CNX > 23:10 HKG

What to bring:

* Valid travel documents / Passport / HKID
* Travel Insurance
* Hiking shoes / hiking poles / Head lamp
* Personal spending
* November, the temperature can drop to 5°C. Phu Chi Fa and Doi Inthanon, well prepare by dressing appropriately.

Disclaimer
Hong Kong Hiking Meetup is an amateur hiking group that welcomes all hikers. By joining the hikes, all participants are deemed to have agreed to the terms and conditions contained in this disclaimer, and agreed to exonerate the hike leaders, the organizers and any other participants in the walks from any liabilities, claims, including but not limited to liabilities and claims as a result of any injuries or deaths or damages arising thereof. Hikers joining hikes are at their own choosing and at their own risk.

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