Chiang Mai: Mae On Tai Village Tour with Local Lunch

Duration: 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM (6 Hours)
Tour Type: Small Groups & Private
Price: Not Specified

Overview

Discover the Mae On Tai village on a guided tour from Chiang Mai. Learn about local traditions, make herbal inhalers, and enjoy a local lunch before visiting the Wat Pha Lat temple.

Begin your day with a convenient pickup from your hotel in Chiang Mai. Travel in a comfortable, air-conditioned van with an English-speaking guide and complimentary water.

Head out of the city to the picturesque Mae On Tai district, where you’ll be greeted by stunning views of rice fields, forests, and mountains.

Join in on fun activities with the locals, such as making tie-dye fabrics using natural dyes, crafting herbal inhalers, and learning how to make herbal compresses from local ingredients like kaffir lime leaves, galangal, and turmeric.

Afterward, enjoy a delicious local meal and take a stroll through a herb and vegetable garden.

Next, visit Wat Pha Lat, a serene temple nestled in nature. Admire the unique blend of Thai and Burmese architecture, listen to the sounds of birds and flowing water, and take in breathtaking views of Chiang Mai.

Finally, relax on the drive back to your hotel, ending your day with a deeper connection to the local culture and natural beauty of the region.

Tour Highlights

• Explore Mae On Tai Village: Discover the village and learn about local traditions and everyday life.

• Visit Wat Pha Lat: Admire the temple’s unique Thai-Burmese architecture surrounded by nature.

• Enjoy a Local Lunch: Taste authentic local food and discover the ingredients used in your meal.

• Traditional Herbal Activities: Try making herbal inhalers and hot herbal compresses using local ingredients.

• Natural Tie-Dye Workshop: Learn traditional natural dyeing techniques and create your own tie-dye fabric.

What’s Included

• Air-conditioned van transportation

• English-speaking tour guide

• Bottled water

• Natural tie-dye activities

• Herbal inhaler making

• Herbal compress making

• Local lunch

• Visit to Wat Pha Lat

• Visit to herbal and vegetable gardens

• Personal accident insurance

What’s Not Included

• Personal expenses

• Alcoholic beverages

Tour Information

Meeting Point: Designated locations in Chiang Mai

Tour Start Time: 8:00 AM

Tour End Time: 2:00 PM

Duration: 6 Hours

Activities: Walking, local cultural experiences, and participation in traditional crafts.

Important Information

• Clothing: Comfortable clothing and footwear are recommended.

• Sun Protection: Bring sunscreen, a hat, and a water bottle.

• Temple Dress Code: Respectful attire is required when visiting the temple.

• Personal Belongings: Cameras and personal items are carried at your own risk.

• Pet Policy: Pets are not permitted on this tour.

Not Suitable For

– People with mobility impairments

Not Allowed

• Littering

• Smoking

• Pets