Basix
18 to 35s
One Week in Thailand: Kayaking and Hilltribes
8 Days | See the Thai-riffic northern enclaves of Chiang Mai and its natural surroundings
4.8
Excellent
30 reviews
8 days
Start
Bangkok, Thailand
Finish
Bangkok, Thailand
Trip Code
TTYN
Min Age
18
Trip Size
1 - null
Physical Rating
Meals
4 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 2 dinners
Transport
Overnight sleeper train, Songthaew, Tuk-tuk
Accommodation
Hotel (3 nights), Overnight sleeper train (2 nights), Hilltribe Village House (multi-share) (2 nights)
From £468(8 days)
Trip Informations
Head into the hills and get sky-high on this eight-day northern Thailand adventure. Pass through the bustling hub of Thailand’s capital, Bangkok, and take the time to check out the night markets and bars well worth hopping. Trek the hillside villages outside of Chiang Mai, before exploring the city and its colourful nightlife. Find waterfalls, elephants and your new fave activity (kayaking, anyone?) and soak in some gorgeous natural scenery that you’d only see from local hilltribes. This journey will take you through temples, jungles, markets and mountains, sure to get your heart pumping and your tastebuds singing.
Why you’ll love this trip
Trek deep – super deep – into the northern Thai hinterland with two days of trekking and two nights staying in a traditional hilltribe village, laughing with the locals and learning about their lifestyle.
Immerse yourself in some of the most beautiful landscapes in all of Thailand, from cascading waterfalls and mountainside views to a kayaking adventure on Mae Taeng River (followed by a spot of white-water rafting if you dare) to get a new perspective.
Get your street food fix in bustling Bangkok and cool Chiang Mai and tuck into some of the tastiest eats in all of Asia. When you’ve had your fill (is that even possible?), be treated to traditional homecooked dinners during your hilltribe village homestays.
Hit the nightlife in cruisy Chiang Mai, in the Nimman area that’s swarming with hipster bars and uber-cool lounges. Bar hop, hit the night markets and find the best spots from a local leader with all the insights.
Enjoy loads of free time to choose your own adventure, whether that’s a bit of rest and relaxation with a Thai massage or discovering new friends at the Chiang Chill Elephant Sanctuary.
By travelling on this trip, you’ll learn about our Tuuur Foundation partner, World Animal Protection. Donations support them to promote better living conditions for elephants in captivity and help rescue elephants from inhumane conditions. Tuuur will double your impact by dollar-matching all post-trip donations made to The Tuuur Foundation.
Is this trip right for you?
This trip includes a two-day hilltribe trek, which is challenging and involves a lot of walking. Take note of the time of year you’re trekking to know what to expect weather-wise. The wet season runs from May to October and often results in muddy or slippery paths. Please ensure you bring sturdy walking shoes and comfortable clothes. Hiking boots and long pants during wet season are highly recommended. To make the most of the trip, it's best if you have a good level of fitness.
Part of travelling with Tuuur means respecting local cultures and sensibilities. Please bring clothes that cover the arms and pants/skirts that go past the knees. A light scarf is also a good idea for covering shoulders and arms when it’s hot.
This trip involves some long journeys on the road and two overnight trains, which can be tiresome. Although conditions are basic, overnight trains are a true local experience and the best way to travel long distances, meet locals and maximise time at your destinations. Occasionally passengers of different genders will be required to share a compartment and/or you'll be sharing with locals or travellers from other groups. For your own security, take a lock for your luggage.
As this is a Basix trip, the majority of activities are optional and you'll have lots of free time. This means you're able to do your own thing at your own pace.
This trip is a great way to see a lot in a short period of time and it can be part of a longer itinerary if you have more time to explore. You might like to check out Real Thailand or Epic Bangkok to Singapore.
Itinerary
Inclusions
Meals
4 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 2 dinners
Transport
Overnight sleeper train, Songthaew, Tuk-tuk
Accommodation
Hotel (3 nights), Overnight sleeper train (2 nights), Hilltribe Village House (multi-share) (2 nights)
Activities
Bangkok - Orientation Walk
Chiang Mai - Night Bazaar & Anusarn Market
Chiang Mai - Orientation Walk
Huey Nam Dang - Hilltribe Trek – 2 Days
Hilltribe Trek - Mae Malai Market Visit
Hilltribe Village - Home-cooked Dinner
Hilltribe Trek – Mok Fah Waterfall
Sop Kai Village - River Kayaking
Optional activities
Bangkok - Thai Massage - THB250
Bangkok - Grand Palace - THB500
Bangkok - Temple & River of Kings Urban Adventure - THB2900
Bangkok - Tuk Tuk Experience Urban Adventure - THB2500
Chiang Mai - Thai massage - THB200
Chiang Mai - Doi Suthep Temple Complex (Entrance) - THB50
Chiang Mai - Bicycle tour - THB990
Chaing Mai - Cooking at Home Cookery School - THB1400
Chiang Mai – Zipline (from) - THB1900
Mae Taeng - Whitewater Rafting - THB1800
Chiang Mai - Muay Thai Class (Thai boxing) - THB460
Chiang Mai - Chuan Chom Vocational Training Centre - Massage (from) - THB250
Chiang Mai - Wat Chedi Luang Temple - THB40
Chiang Mai - ChangChill Elephant Sanctuary - THB1900
Chiang Mai – Whitewater Rafting - THB1800
Chiang Mai - Doi Inthanon (Entrance) - THB300
Chiang Mai - Wat Prasingh Temple - THB40
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Important notes
1. A single supplement is available if you’d prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement excludes Day 2 (Overnight sleeper train), Days 4 & 5 (Hilltribe Village), and Day 7 (Overnight sleeper train) where you will be in shared accommodation and is subject to availability. Some room configurations have two single beds, although a double bed will always be requested. Please speak to your booking agent for further information.
2. We advise booking your onward flight after 3pm on the final day to allow time for potential train delay, transfer to the airport and the time required at the airport for checking in etc.
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