Chiang Dao Cave and 5 Hill Tribe Villages Day Trip in Chiang Mai
by WanderSiam
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✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.฿3,200Overview
This full-day bus tour lasts about eight hours and includes visits to five hill tribe villages near Chiang Dao, an orchid and butterfly farm, and Chiang Dao Cave with local guides. The tour begins with a visit to Ban Huai I-Ko, where guests meet local guides from the Akha, Meo, Lisu, Karen, and Palong tribes. The guides explain their different ways of life, beliefs, and daily routines as visitors walk through their houses, gardens, and school. Travel time from Chiang Mai to Chiang Dao is included in this segment. Next, the group explores Chiang Dao Cave with a local guide who provides lanterns for lighting. This is the largest cave in Chiang Mai, known for its large stalagmites and stalactites formed over time. The guide shares stories passed down through generations about the cave’s history. The visit to the cave also includes travel time. The final stop is the Bai Orchid and Butterfly Farm, located on the way back to Chiang Mai. This greenhouse contains various butterflies, plants, and Thai orchids. Visitors observe butterflies flying among the orchids and learn about the life cycles of the insects and the plants they favor. The tour ends with drop-off in the Chiang Mai Old City area. Included are pickup and drop-off in the city’s Old City area, an air-conditioned vehicle, and licensed English-speaking guides at the villages and cave, as well as entrance to Chiang Dao Cave. Meals and personal expenses are not included, and gratuities are optional.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Chiang Dao
At Ban Huai I-Ko, visitors meet members of five hill tribes: Akha, Meo, Lisu, Karen, and Palong. Local guides from these villages explain their different cultures, lifestyles, and beliefs. Guests tour houses, gardens, and a school to see daily life. The total time includes travel from Chiang Mai to Chiang Dao.
180 min
Chiang Dao Cave
Visitors explore Chiang Dao Cave with a local guide and lantern. This is the largest cave in Chiang Mai, featuring large stalagmites and stalactites formed naturally. The guide shares stories about the cave’s history that have been passed down through generations. The visit includes travel time.
180 min
Bai Orchid and Butterfly Farm
This greenhouse houses a variety of butterflies, plants, and Thai orchids. Visitors observe butterflies flying around the orchids and learn about their life cycles and the plants they depend on. The visit includes travel time returning from Chiang Dao to Chiang Mai.
120 min
Meeting point
The meeting point is in front of the Burger King at the Thapae Gate (eastern city gate) in Chiang Mai. Pick up time from Burger King can be between 8:00-9:00 hrs depending on the number of participants on your travel date.
End point
The meeting point is in front of the Burger King at the Thapae Gate (eastern city gate) in Chiang Mai. Pick up time from Burger King can be between 8:00-9:00 hrs depending on the number of participants on your travel date.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Chiang Dao Cave and 5 Hill Tribe Villages Day Trip in Chiang Mai
by WanderSiam
Choose from 2 available options
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.฿3,200Overview
This full-day bus tour lasts about eight hours and includes visits to five hill tribe villages near Chiang Dao, an orchid and butterfly farm, and Chiang Dao Cave with local guides. The tour begins with a visit to Ban Huai I-Ko, where guests meet local guides from the Akha, Meo, Lisu, Karen, and Palong tribes. The guides explain their different ways of life, beliefs, and daily routines as visitors walk through their houses, gardens, and school. Travel time from Chiang Mai to Chiang Dao is included in this segment. Next, the group explores Chiang Dao Cave with a local guide who provides lanterns for lighting. This is the largest cave in Chiang Mai, known for its large stalagmites and stalactites formed over time. The guide shares stories passed down through generations about the cave’s history. The visit to the cave also includes travel time. The final stop is the Bai Orchid and Butterfly Farm, located on the way back to Chiang Mai. This greenhouse contains various butterflies, plants, and Thai orchids. Visitors observe butterflies flying among the orchids and learn about the life cycles of the insects and the plants they favor. The tour ends with drop-off in the Chiang Mai Old City area. Included are pickup and drop-off in the city’s Old City area, an air-conditioned vehicle, and licensed English-speaking guides at the villages and cave, as well as entrance to Chiang Dao Cave. Meals and personal expenses are not included, and gratuities are optional.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Chiang Dao
At Ban Huai I-Ko, visitors meet members of five hill tribes: Akha, Meo, Lisu, Karen, and Palong. Local guides from these villages explain their different cultures, lifestyles, and beliefs. Guests tour houses, gardens, and a school to see daily life. The total time includes travel from Chiang Mai to Chiang Dao.
180 min
Chiang Dao Cave
Visitors explore Chiang Dao Cave with a local guide and lantern. This is the largest cave in Chiang Mai, featuring large stalagmites and stalactites formed naturally. The guide shares stories about the cave’s history that have been passed down through generations. The visit includes travel time.
180 min
Bai Orchid and Butterfly Farm
This greenhouse houses a variety of butterflies, plants, and Thai orchids. Visitors observe butterflies flying around the orchids and learn about their life cycles and the plants they depend on. The visit includes travel time returning from Chiang Dao to Chiang Mai.
120 min
Meeting point
The meeting point is in front of the Burger King at the Thapae Gate (eastern city gate) in Chiang Mai. Pick up time from Burger King can be between 8:00-9:00 hrs depending on the number of participants on your travel date.
End point
The meeting point is in front of the Burger King at the Thapae Gate (eastern city gate) in Chiang Mai. Pick up time from Burger King can be between 8:00-9:00 hrs depending on the number of participants on your travel date.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.