Chiang Mai Farm Life & Khao Soy Tasting on a Half-Day Boat Tour
Description
Escape the city and discover the soul of northern Thailand on peaceful river journey. Start with short transfer to Chaimongkol docking area for exhilarating 45-mns cruise over Mae Ping River. Glide along watching scenery change from urban charm to green countryside dotted with teak houses and banana trees.
The Rose of the North's Mae Ping River splits modern part with local side where temples, old wooden houses and communities still thrive. With colorful scenery witness lifestyle of local people retained over time.
Disembark at local farmhouse with herbs, vegetables and fruit gardens to learn how jasmine rice is cultivated and variety of herbs are used in Thai cooking and natural medicine. Guided by local family, truly get feel and taste of how former generations infused their knowledge.
Enjoy refreshing herbal drink, lemongrass juices and seasonal fruits straight from garden. Highlight is comforting bowl of Chiang Mai's signature Khao Soi, smooth spicy noodle curry soup.
The Rose of the North's Mae Ping River splits modern part with local side where temples, old wooden houses and communities still thrive. With colorful scenery witness lifestyle of local people retained over time.
Disembark at local farmhouse with herbs, vegetables and fruit gardens to learn how jasmine rice is cultivated and variety of herbs are used in Thai cooking and natural medicine. Guided by local family, truly get feel and taste of how former generations infused their knowledge.
Enjoy refreshing herbal drink, lemongrass juices and seasonal fruits straight from garden. Highlight is comforting bowl of Chiang Mai's signature Khao Soi, smooth spicy noodle curry soup.
Included
A half day tour with English-speaking assistance.
Transportation by air-conditioned vehicle with professional driver (one-way only)
All entrance fees for visits as mentioned in the description
All taxes and service fees included
One bowl of Khao Soy at the farm included (food only)
Transportation by air-conditioned vehicle with professional driver (one-way only)
All entrance fees for visits as mentioned in the description
All taxes and service fees included
One bowl of Khao Soy at the farm included (food only)
Excluded
Personal expenses such as meals, drinks, tips and gratuities, shopping, portage fees.
Hotel accommodation in the destination of commencement
Compulsory Christmas, country-specific festival and/or New Year dinner at included hotels
Single supplement charges for single travellers, where applicable
Any airline tickets, visa fees, additional transportation cost from and to the general meeting point
Travel insurance coverage for customers (highly recommendable)
Hotel accommodation in the destination of commencement
Compulsory Christmas, country-specific festival and/or New Year dinner at included hotels
Single supplement charges for single travellers, where applicable
Any airline tickets, visa fees, additional transportation cost from and to the general meeting point
Travel insurance coverage for customers (highly recommendable)
Know before you go
• Comfortable walking shoes
• Sunglasses and hat
• Sunscreen with high SPF
• Camera (protected from water)
Location:
Supplier:
Asian Trails Ltd (Thailand & Vietnam)