From Chiang Mai: Chiang Rai Highlights Spanish Guided Tour Small-Group Tour from Chiang Mai
ID: GYG384795-696335
Category:
Country: Thailand
Duration:
12:00 hours
Description
Take a day trip from Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai and visit the famous sights. Get picked up from your hotel by a Spanish guide.
Start off your full-day tour to Chiang Rai with pickup from your hotel in Chiang Mai between 06:15 and 06:45 AM. See the countryside on a long but comfortable drive with your Spanish-speaking guide.
Stop at the hot springs halfway between Chiang Mai and Chiang Rai. The water is warm enough that you will witness locals boiling their breakfast eggs in the geothermal water.
Then, visit the iconic White Temple, an impressive temple known worldwide for its unique sculptures and carvings. Capture the beauty of this photogenic point designed by Thailand's famous artist, Chaloemchai.
Next, head off to the Big Buddha, an impressive statue and temple at the top of a small hill. If there is no special celebration that day, you can go up inside the Buddha's head and take in the views. Have a lunch break and dig in to a delicious Thai meal.
Move on to the next highlight, a visit to the Black House Museum. Learn about the history behind this Lanna-style house designed by artist Thawan Duchanee. See his masterpieces in a contemporary artwork museum. Discover sculptures, wooden carvings, and furniture created by him.
In the afternoon, see another of Chiang Rai’s gems, The Blue Temple, with its impressive murals. Listen to the history of the city and temple from your informative Spanish guide.
You will have the option to visit the Karen Village if you would like to learn more about the culture and lifestyle of the northern hill tribes. Wear traditional outfits, learn how to craft handmade goods, and see the famous neck rings worn by Karen women.
After a full day of sightseeing and exploring, make the journey back to Chiang Mai. You will be dropped off at your hotel around 7:00 PM.
Highlights
- Marvel at the intricate architecture of the White Temple, Wat Rong Khun
- Take in the magnificent blue interior at Wat Rong Suea Ten or Blue Temple
- Visit the black house and uncover the masterpiece artworks of artist Thawan Dunchanee
- See and learn the Akha and Long Neck Karen life from your Spanish expert guide
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• The tour is conducted in Spanish
• Please wear clothes that cover your arms and legs as you will be visiting the temples
You must keep social distance while in vehicles
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
You will receive a mandatory temperature check
You are required to bring and wear a mask
You must present a negative PCR test taken no more than 72 hours before the activity starts
You must fill out a travel information form
You must bring your own headphones
Please wait in the hotel lobby 10 minutes before your scheduled pickup time.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
