A Private Thailand Tour – Mae Hong Son

Nestled in a deep valley hemmed in by high mountain ranges, Mae Hong Son has long been isolated from the outside world. Virtually covered with mist throughout the year, the name refers to the fact that is terrain is highly suitable for the training of elephants. Former governors of Chiang Mai used to organize the rounding up of wild elephants which were then trained before being sent to the capital for work. Today, Mae Hong Son is one of the “dream destinations” for visitors who are attracted by its cultural and natural wonders.

Your memorable and cultural-inspiring experience to Mae Hong Son features visits to the bizarre Long-neck hilltribe village, a riverboat excursion and jungle trekking on an elephant, fish-cave visits and much, much more.

Special discounted airfares are available for this tour — contact us for details.

TOUR INCLUDES:

• 2 nights at Fern Resort
• Hotel breakfast daily 
• Lunches & Dinners per itinerary (food only)
• Private Tour: Sightseeing & Transfers by private car, driver and Professional Guides

TOUR ITINERARY

Day 1. Upon arrival, transfer to Imperial Tara Hotel. After lunch, visit the Tham Pla Forest Park and Fish Cave with a tranquil setting surrounded by brooks and cool hilly forests suitable for relaxation. A special feature is the hollow cave filled with fish. The fishes are quite safe from being caught as believed to belong to the gods. Dinner is served at your resort this evening. (L,D)

Day 2. A full-day tour begins with a boat trip along the Pai River, followed by a jungle trekking on back of an elephant. Visit the long-neck Karen hill tribe (Padong Tribe) before proceeding to Ka-Ya Karen hill tribe village for a picnic lunch. After lunch, visit Wat Phra Dhat Doi Kong Moo, located at the hilltop famous for its two Burmese-style chedis, where you can enjoy panoramic views of Mae Hong Son city.  (B,L)

Day 3.Today’s half-day tour begins with a visit to a morning market followed by a temple tour. Visits include: Wat Phra Non, home to a huge Reclining Buddha image of 12-meter long in the Thai Yai style cast in 1875; Wat Chong Kham, an old temple located on the bank of the swamp Nong Chong Kham; and Wat Chong Klang, where a replica of the Phra Phutthasihing is installed on an altar with wooden figurines of human and animals brought over by Burmese craftsmen in 1857. Transfer to the airport for your departure flight onwards. (B)