Trekking and Caving Adventure in the Soppong area.
Tour ref: CT526
Duration: 5 days / 4 nights
Departure: From Chiang Mai
Activity: trekking in jungle and cave exploration
Note: This trekking adventure is recommended for participants in fit condition. Hiking is long and accommodation is very basic!
Trip Overview
This great adventure will bring participants to the Pai and Soppong areas, in the heart of Mae Hong Son province on a scenic and sinuous mountain road. A challenging trek and an overnight stay in a hill tribe village are the highlight of the trip. The trek follows remote trails and footpath where not many foreigners venture. You will have also the opportunity to discover the excellent limestone cave system for which this area is famous.
Trip Highlights
- Pai and Mae Hong Son
- Hiking in beautiful jungle and stay with hill tribe village
- Tham Lod cave system – discover the splendid caverns with a local guide
Outline itinerary:
- Day 1: Drive the scenic mountain road to Pai
- You’ll be met at Chiang Mai Airport or your hotel by your guide. Drive the scenic mountain road to Pai valley. Arrive in Pai for lunch at local restaurant. In the afternoon, explore the area on your own. (Option to cycle around by mountain bike). Dinner and overnight in comfortable resort.
Meals: -/L/D - Day 2: Trek to a Lahu Village
- You’ll travel by road further west to reach a Lisu village from which we start hiking through the jungle (3 to 4 hours). Overnight in remote Lahu village. Dinner cooked by your guides.
Meals: B/L/D - Day 3: More trekking, and experience the Tam Lod caves exploration
- Continue hiking, eventually reaching the small village of Soppong in the early afternoon. Meet our car and drive to Tham Lod caves. Explore this unique cave system, said to be one of South-East Asia’s largest. Overnight and dinner at local bungalow (basic accommodation at guesthouse in Soppong).
Meals: B/L/D - Day 4: Trekking in the jungle and drive to Mae Hong Son
- Drive up the mountain to begin a hike (3 hours) through dense bamboo forest to reach a Lahu village. Lunch at this village. Meet our vehicle and take the road to Mae Hong Son, stopping at the Tham Pla caves en route. Overnight in Mae Hong Son at hotel. Dinner at local restaurant.
Meals: B/L/D - Day 5: Explore the charming small town of Mae Hong Son, and fly back to Chiang Mai
- In the morning, time to explore this charming little town starting by an early market visit.
Drive then to the Wat Prathat Doi Khong Mou Temple, located on the hill overlooking the town, for a great view point.
In town, stroll to the Wat Jongkham, near the little lake. On time, transfer to airport for flight back to Chiangmai.
We recommend a mid-afternoon flight. Possible to connect to Bangkok, or stay in Chiangmai.
Meals: B/L/-
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Pricing
Rates per person in Thai Baht. Valid from now until 30 april 2012
| tour CT526 | Rate / person | Departure | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Join Tour | n/a | n/a | |
| Private Tour | 2 – 4 persons | on request | Every day |
| 5 – 6 persons | on request | ||
| single room supplement | n/a | - | |
Including
- Transportation by private air conditioned car/van
- Experienced English speaking tour guide
- Excursions and visits as mentioned
- Accommodation on day 2 at hill tribe village. (Very basic)
- Accommodation 3 nights in tourist class hotel (possible upgrade to luxury on request)
- Meals as mentioned
- Visit as per program, including entrance fees
Not Including
- Beverages. Additional meals and personal spending
- Gala Dinner at hotels during festive period
- Guide tips and gratuities
Option: more luxurious hotels
Today, the towns of Pai and Mae Hong Son are featuring also more luxury accommodation. Why not spoil yourself after this strenuous trekking? We recommend the Belle Villa Resort in Pai. In Mae Hong Son, we recommend you to stay at the Imperial Tara Mae Hong Son (ActiveThailand partner’s hotel and the only international standard hotel in the city). For a nature experience perhaps you can try the Fern Resort Mae Hong Son, with its charming and cozy bungalows located in scenic surrounding.
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