Border Exploration at Mae Sai

Border towns thrive with trading experts, and Mae Sai is no exception. Taking a picture at Thailand’s northern-most point, with Myanmar a few steps further, this town is the centre for gem-trading and for visitors to take a peek into its way of life.
• Head out to Thailand’s northern-most point
• Blend in with Thais and Burmese traders
• Meet the buyers and sellers of gems and precious stones,
• Stop at a hill tribe village, famous for its handicraft
• Get a glimpse of country-style living en route


Itinerary
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Stop At: Mae Sai, Unnamed Road, CVGR+548 ตำบล เวียงพางคำ อำเภอแม่สาย เชียงราย 57130, Thailand

Your guide and driver will be waiting for you at your Chiang Rai hotel lobby (conditions apply), from where we head out northbound towards Mae Sai, a 60-kilometre ride, connecting Thailand with Thakhilek in Myanmar. En route, we make a stop at Baan Wang Lao, one of the few villages where traditional forms of handicraft still form the core of the residents’ steady income. Together with your guide, the walk through the village with locals showcasing their work give you an insight of something truly Thai. Our goal for this half day outing is of course Mae Sai, better known as ’Northern Most Point of Thailand’. Surrounded by mountains, this small border town is sole overland border crossing into Myanmar and with its local market being a focal point for trading, one will see a mix of Thais and Burmese wandering the main street of Mae Sai. It is also the ideal market for gem lovers, where numerous kinds of precious stones from Myanmar, such as rubies, emeralds, jade, and others, are for sale. You will have ample time to walk around and see for yourself what’s for sale here. If you’re interested in buying something, don’t forget to barter – it is the only way to trade in this part of the world and the success of your haggling skills will certainly deliver some smiles.


Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes

Stop At: Wat Hiranyawat, Moo 8 Ko Chang, Mae Sai 57130 Thailand

Visit Biggest bamboo woven Buddha in Thailand, Wat Hiranyawat in Mae Sai

Duration: 1 hour



Informacion Adicional
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"This tour is operated on full private basis with English-speaking guide."
"Transfers are only operated within the downtown Chiang Rai areas and restricted to main hotels only. Regions outside the central business district such as Fang, Thaton, Chiang Saen, Chiang Khong, Mae Sai, any surrounding mountain resort outside the Chiang Rai city borders and Chiang Rai International Airport are excluded and supplementary charges apply."
"Due to the nature of this tour, we regret to inform you that this excursion is not suitable for wheelchair users."
"Please note pickup and drop-off services may not be confirmed for customers staying at private residences, apartment complexes, or other non-registered tourism accommodations. Customers may be asked to meet at a nearby hotel for pick-up and drop off."
"There will be ample time for customers to spend time on their own to admire the sites at their own pace or browse along the shops for souvenirs. When additional time needs to be allocated for more time at leisure or shopping, this can be discussed with the guide on spot."
"Infants must sit on laps"
"Please ensure that you bring sunglasses, a hat /cap and sunblock with a high SPF factor when traveling with us on this tour – even when it is cloudy, the sunrays still have an immense power."
"It is the responsibility of the customer to provide us with the correct hotel information, should pick-up and drop-off services be included in the package. Any changes in accommodation outside 48 hours will be handled accordingly: changes within 48 hours may be on request."
"We recommend wearing light, comfortable cotton clothing and comfortable shoes."
"This tour does not include crossing the border into Myanmar (Thakhilek), due to time constraints."
"Most travelers can participate"
"This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate"
"Confirmation will be received at time of booking"



Duração: 4 Hours
Ponto de partida: Traveler pickup is offered
Hotel pickup is available from most centrally located Chiang Rai hotels. Transfer outside these areas, supplements apply.

Cancelamentos e reembolsos: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.

Incluído

• A half day tour with a professional English-speaking guide.
• Transportation by air-conditioned vehicle with professional driver
• All applicable taxes and service charges
• All entrance and donation fees for visits as mentioned in the description
• Entry/Admission - Wat Hiranyawat
• Entry/Admission - Mae Sai

Não Incluído

• Tours, inclusions of any kind and other services that are not outlined in the tour description
• Personal expenses such as meals, drinks, tips and gratuities, shopping, portage fees and optional tours, unless otherwise stated
• Hotel accommodation in the destination of commencement.
• Any airline tickets, visa fees, additional transportation cost from and to the general meeting point
• Supplements for transfers for customers arriving or departing from any airport or resorts located outside the general pick-up and drop-off locations
• Travel insurance coverage for customers (highly recommendable)

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