1-Day Chiang Rai Countryside and Golden Triangle Tour with Doi Tung

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Enjoy the stunning views of the border between Thailand and Myanmar
• 02 Visit the Opium Museum and learn about the history of opium in the region
• 03 See where the borders of Thailand, Laos, and Myanmar meet at the Golden Triangle viewpoint
• 04 Visit the Mae Fah Luang Flower Garden and the Royal Villa on Doi Tung Mountain
• 05 Enjoy a delicious Thai lunch at a local restaurant in Pha Hee Village

Discover the highlights of Chiang Rai on this full-day tour through the countryside and the Golden Triangle. Visit the Mae Fah Luang Flower Garden and the Royal Villa on Doi Tung, enjoy the viewpoint at Doi Chang Moob, and stop for a delicious Thai lunch at a local restaurant in Pha Hee Village. Learn about the history of opium at the Opium Museum before heading to the Golden Triangle, where the borders of Thailand, Laos, and Myanmar meet.

From the viewpoint, see the three countries separated by the Ruak and Mekong Rivers.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 1 Day

Tour type Private

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

City Chiang Rai

Languages English, Thai

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Doi Tung, Doi Chang Moob, and the Golden Triangle

• Doi Tung: Admire the beautiful scenery as you drive alongside the mountains. Stop at the Mae Fah Luang Flower Garden and the Royal Villa, a royal development project.
• Doi Chang Moob: Enjoy the viewpoint and see the border between Thailand and Myanmar. Take in the views of the little village and the Myanmar military base. Stop for lunch at a local restaurant in Pha Hee Village.
• Golden Triangle: Visit the place where the borders of Thailand, Laos, and Myanmar meet. From the viewpoint, see the three countries separated by the Ruak and Mekong Rivers.
• Opium Museum: Learn about the history of opium and how it is grown, made, and smoked. Finally, take a short walk to the riverside to see the Big Buddha.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Transportation: pickup and drop-off from the hotel
• English-speaking tour guide
• Air-conditioned vehicle
• Insurance
• Drinking water
• Lunch at Pha Hee Village with local Thai food

What's Not Included

• Royal Villa ticket (90 Baht per person)
• Flower Garden ticket (90 Baht per person)
• Opium House ticket (50 Baht per person)

What to bring

• Passport or ID card
• Comfortable shoes
• Hat
• Camera
• Sunscreen
• Water
• Weather-appropriate clothing
• Passport-sized photo

Know before you go

• The tour involves a significant amount of driving and walking.
• Be prepared for varying weather conditions.
• Respect local customs and traditions at border areas and religious sites.
• Bring a passport or ID card for checkpoint verification, as part of the drive follows the borderline.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Mueang Chiang Rai, Mueang Chiang Rai District, Chiang Rai, Thailand

Tour start

Doi Tung, Huai Khrai, Mae Sai District, Chiang Rai 57130, Thailand

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.