Viaggio trekking in Thailandia

13 days / 11 nights

Thailand, northern trekking – Special New Year

from € 2,420 Flights included

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Thailand, northern trekking – Special New Year 

The charm of northern Thailand is proposed during a simple trekking… it will allow you contact with the local community, to get to know an authentic Thailand. The flavor of the tea prepared in the villages, the overnight stay in a local house, the visit of the village of Hmong once famous for the cultivation of opium, and the view of the lush Thai nature during the treks will be just some of the magical experiences that bring back with you.

1° day

25/12/2020 Departure from Italy (- / - / -)

Departure with flight KE 928 from Milan Malpensa airport at 08:05 pm (terminal 1).

2° day

26/12/2020 Arrival in Chiang Mai (- / - / -)

Arrival at Incheon airport at 03:05 pm.
Departure with flight KE 667 from Incheon airport at 06:05 pm (terminal 2).
Arrival at Chiang Mai airport at 10:05 pm. Transfer to your hotel.

3° day

27/12/2020 Chiang Mai (B/-/D)

Breakfast and meeting with our guide.
Today you will use the country's most famous form of transportation, the tuk tuk, to explore the beautiful city of Chiang Mai. The original three-wheeled vehicle with characteristic looks and sounds will lead you to the most famous and iconic points within the walls of the old city such as the Golden Temple of Wat Phra Singh and the monument to the Three Kings, as well as Warorot Market , one of the liveliest markets in Chiang Mai where you will take a short walk to immerse yourself in the atmosphere of the place.
Transfer to the hotel, accommodation after 02:00 pm.
In the afternoon experience in tuk tuk on the streets of Chiang Mai.
Start the evening in a small hidden river location to sample some authentic Northern delicacies and enjoy a refreshing drink as the sun sets. So passing crowded markets and some famous monuments, your e-tuktuk will take you to the historical center of the city. Enjoy a short stop in a public park where locals and expats train after their work day - a great place to people watch. Then hop back into your vehicle and head to a nearby market famous for its wide selection of street food. You will stop at a small trolley where you can try khanom jeen nam ngiaow or the famous khao soi. Afterwards your driver will take you to the Nimmanhaemin area, famous for its trendy bars and restaurants and everything that's trendy. In a small restaurant you will try some real Burmese dishes before continuing for a dessert in a food court.

4° day

28/12/2020 Trekking on the tracks of Hmong (B / L / D)

The day will begin with a visit to the magnificent temple of Wat Prathat Doi Suthep located on a hill overlooking the city. Visiting it early in the morning will avoid crowds. Next stop will be the village of Hmong, once famous for its opium cultivation. Today it is a well-known tourist destination but serves as the starting point of a path that the people of Hmong have been following for generations. The path follows the mountain ridge along a stream with lush vegetation and spectacular views along the way. A local guide will tell you about the history and mountain culture of the inhabitants of Hmong. The excursion lasts about 5/6 hours and will end in another village, home to the largest Hmong community in Northern Thailand. Just a short visit to the village, because it's time to go back to the city.

Distance and tour duration: 11.4 km (3 h 30 min. / 4 h walk)
Difficulty level: 1
Difference in altitude: 400 m. climb, 500 m. of descent
Terrain: dirt roads and paths in the forest, passages on rocky stretches with stairs
Transportation: minivan

5° day

29/12/2020 Chiang Mai - Akha Community (B / L / D)

After driving the Phrao region by minivan the adventure will begin in a village aboard a van. Small paths in the forest connect different mountain areas offering many opportunities for excursions between communities and agricultural areas. The locals will be happy to prepare a meal along the way, as you gradually learn the culture and history of the ethnic populations of the region. If the weather is favorable the last steep ascent to the top of the mountain will reward you with an almost infinite view of the wonderful surrounding valleys. In the evening the villagers will host you for dinner. Overnight stay in a modest and clean house.

Difficulty level: 2
Distance and duration of the excursion: 9 km (5-6 h stops included - demanding excursion - ascent only)
Total altitude difference: 1200 m.
Transportation: 140 km from Chiang Mai to Doi Mon Lam - 3h 30min. + 15 km by van - 40 min. from Doi Mon Lam to the villages

Accommodation: overnight in family-run accommodation

6° day

30/12/2020 Akha - Fang (B / L / D)

The adventure continues after sipping a delicious cup of coffee grown in the place . Other villages are waiting to be explored and the natives prepare to explain their way of life. A last walk along a small agricultural path towards the valley marks the end of this unforgettable excursion before continuing the journey to Fang. Accommodation at your hotel.

Difficulty level: 1
Distance and duration of the excursion: 5 km. (2 hours including stops)
Total altitude difference: 500 m.
Transport: 15 km by van (45 min.) + Doi Mon Lan - Fang (80 km. - 1h 30min.)

7° day

31/12/2020 Chiang Dao Cave - Chiang Mai (B / L / -)

In the morning you will depart from the Phumanee Lahu hotel for a trip to Mount Phumanee and the village of the Lahu Rossi. The mountain is located outside the Fang district and is part of the Doi Pha Hom Pok National Park from which it takes its name. With an off-road vehicle you will easily reach the village as the last stretch is impractical with common means. Once arrived at their destination the inhabitants will explain how they grow tea and coffee and will make you collect tea leaves. You will see how they are processed before packaging the finished product, ready for sale. You will also be involved in preparing lunch cooked in the traditional way with the use of bamboo containers and banana leaves.

Departure for Chiang Dao. The impressive Doi Luang Chiang Dao with the limestone peak is the third highest mountain in Thailand,
Below the mountain one of the largest cave systems in Northern Thailand unfolds and is revered by the locals as a sacred place. With the help of a guide who will make your way through the caves, you will climb from one "room" to another of the basements through narrow tunnels.

Transfer to Chiang Mai. Accommodation at your hotel.

8° day

01/01/2021 Chiang Mai (B/-/-)

Free day.

9° day

02/01/2020 Chiang Mai – Bangkok (B/-/-)

Breakfast and transfer to the airport, flight to Bangkok, on arrival transfer to your hotel, rest of the day at leisure.

10° day

03/01/2021 Bangkok (B/-/-)

You will take the elevated railway known as BTS Skytrain and glide through the city to reach the river from where you can take a short boat trip to Tha Tien pier, starting with a visit to Wat Pho. The latter houses more than a thousand images of the Buddha including one of the largest statues depicting him lying down. During the visit from the main room you will listen to the melodies of the morning ritual of the monks. You will continue the walk to Wat Phra Kaew, known as the Temple of the Emerald Buddha, one of the most respected places of worship in Thailand. The next unmissable stop will be the Grand Palace, home of the kings of the Chakri dynasty, originally erected by King Rama I. Afterwards you will continue on foot towards the fascinating amulet market. For a little adventure hop on a Thai tuk tuk to visit Wat Saket and climb the golden mountain that offers breathtaking views of Bangkok. Afterwards you will travel aboard a taxi boat along the Saen Saep canal to discover the home-museum of Jim Thompson, an American architect and businessman who helped revitalize the Thai textile industry.

11° day

04/01/2021 Bangkok (B/-/-)

Breakfast and free day.

12° day

05/01/2021 Bangkok (B/-/-)

Breakfast and rest of the day free until transfer to the airport for the return flight.

13° day

06/01/2021, Wednesday

Departure with flight KE 654 from Bangkok airport at 01:00 am.
Arrival at Incheon airport at 08:30 am.
Departure with flight KE 927 from Incheon airport at 01:50 pm (terminal 2).
Arrival at Milan Malpensa airport at 06:05 pm

Tariff per person, starting from:

DepartureDouble
From 25 December 2020 to 6 January 2021€ 2,420

Notes

(B / L / D): B = breakfast; L = lunch; D = Dinner

Proposed flights:

Day Month From hours See you now Melted Check in From Apt A Apt Comp. Flight number Term.
25 DEC 2005 1505 +1 MXP ICN KE 928 1
26 DEC 1805 2205 ICN CNX KE 667 2
06 JAN 0100 0830 BKK ICN KE 654
06 JAN 1350 1805 ICN MXP KE 927 2
MXP: Milan Malpensa, Malpensa International Airport
ICN: Incheon, Incheon International Airport
CNX: Chiang Mai, Chiang Mai International Airport
BKK: Bangkok, Suvarnabhumi
KE: Korean Air

Proposed hotels or similar:

Location HOTEL Room
Bangkok: W22 Hotel 3* * * Standard room
Thailand Railway: Overnight train (Bangkok – Chiang Mai) 2nd class

 

Chiang Mai: Park Hotel Chiang Mai 3* * * Superior
Fang: Phumanee Lahu Home Hotel 2* * Superior

Reference exchange rates for currencies:

Currency: THB (thai bath) 35.63

Changes in exchange rates with fluctuations greater than 3% will lead to an adjustment in costs and will be communicated within 20 days of departure.

Currency block: € 50 per case. The customer has the possibility of definitively blocking the cost of ground services which will no longer be subject to currency fluctuations. The request must take place simultaneously with the confirmation. rates and taxes subject to reconfirmation up to the time of booking.


The tariff includes

  • Intercontinental flights from / to Italy in economy class (subject to reconfirmation of the minimum number of 10 participants)
  • Domestic flights in economy class
  • Hotel/s mentioned, and if not available other / s of the same category
  • Transfer (s) as scheduled
  • Excursion / s as per program
  • Tour as scheduled
  • Treatment indicated in the program
  • English speaking guide
  • GoWorld travel kit (backpack, photographic volumes, clothes / trolley holder – according to practical amount)
  • Insurance for medical assistance (up to € 15,000), medical repatriation and damage to baggage (up to € 1,000), with the possibility of integration

The tariff does not include

  • Airport taxes subject to change € 330
  • Gratuities
  • Resort Fee or Tourist Tax in hotels, where not specifically indicated.
  • Optional excursions
  • Government and local taxes not in effect at the time of listing
  • Drinks and / or meals where not expressly mentioned
  • Expenses and extras of a personal nature
  • Excess baggage
  • Registration fee € 95
  • Treatment indicated in the program
  • Supplementary travel cancellation insurance
  • Supplementary medical and baggage insurance OPZ A: maximum medical expenses up to 55,000 euros / baggage up to 1,500 euros
  • Supplementary medical-baggage insurance OPZ B: maximum medical expenses up to € 155,000 / baggage up to € 1,500
  • Supplementary medical-baggage insurance OPZ C: maximum medical expenses up to € 265,000 / baggage up to € 1,500
  • GLOBY ROSSA supplementary insurance
  • Anything else not expressly indicated in “the fee includes” or elsewhere in the program
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