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Golden Triangle River Cruise & Ancient City Tour

By Tour East Thailand
5 out of 10
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$222 per adult
Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 8h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
Overview
  • Magnificent views of the Golden Triangle area landscape
  • Scenic boat cruise on the Mekong River
  • Authentic lunch at a local restaurant
  • Seeing the home of the giant Mekong Catfish
  • Visiting the local Hmong Kew Karn hill tribe

Activity location

    • Chiang Rai, Thailand

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Chiang Rai City Center (Hotel Pickup)
    • Chiang Rai, Thailand

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Tour
  • Activity duration is 8 hours8h
    8h
  • English
  • Food only
Language options: English
Starting time: 8:30 am
Price details
NZ$221.75 x 1 AdultNZ$221.75

Total
Price is NZ$221.75
Until Wed, 2 Apr

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedGuided tour of Golden Triangle area, Hmong Kew Karn hill tribe, Chinag Saen, and Chiang Kong District
  • What's includedWhat's included Admission fees
  • What's includedWhat's included Lunch
  • What's includedWhat's includedReturn transport to and from selected Chiang Rai hotels
  • What's includedWhat's included Live tour commentary provided in English
  • What's includedWhat's included 20-minute boat ride on Mekong river
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedBorder crossing fee at Chiang Khong border

Know before you book

  • Children 1 and younger are complimentary.
  • Children 11 and younger must be accompanied by a paying adult.
  • You should bring a valid passport that matches the contact name you used when booking.
  • At least 2 people are required for this activity to take place. Single traveller may book this product, but is subject to availability and cancellation if minimum number of people is not met on the activity day.

What you can expect

Cruise the Mekong River for a spectacular view of three nations converging in a single place. Witness life among the Hmong Kew Karn hill tribe and the magnificence of the Mekong giant catfish as well as the grandeur of the abandoned city of Chiang Saen on your journey through northern Thailand.

Begin your adventure at the heart of the Golden Triangle, where the Mekong and Ruak rivers converge to form the borders between Myanmar, Laos, and Thailand. Cruise the Mekong River and witness life of the different nations right across the borders.

After your cruise, head over to ancient Chiang Saen, a city abandoned for more than 100 years and recently revived. See the grand double city walls and antiquities from the city's history. Rest your feet and satisfy your craving with a delicious native lunch for a taste of Thai culture.

Move on to experience the rustic atmosphere of the Hmong Kew Karn hill tribe. Continue your drive along the Mekong River for a scenic view before crossing the border to Chiang Kong. See the home of the Pla Buek, a giant freshwater catfish that can grow up to 660 pounds (300 kg) at adulthood. You can attempt to capture one depending on the season.

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIES
    • Chiang Rai, Thailand

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLEChiang Rai City Center (Hotel Pickup)
    • Chiang Rai, Thailand

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Reviews

5 out of 10

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2.0 out of 10

Susan S

Reviewed on Expedia
30 Dec 2017
United States
Guide did not speak clear English; too many stops (ended in the dark); no discussion of current smuggling or opium trade. Overall only the other travellers were interesting.
Activity date: 29 Dec 2017

10.0 out of 10

A verified traveller

Reviewed on Expedia
15 Mar 2017
Canada
Great Tour
Activity date: 14 Mar 2017

10.0 out of 10

A verified traveller

Reviewed on Expedia
27 Apr 2016
Australia
Guide was very knowledgeble and friendly. They arrived on time and had an agenda ready. tour is great!
Activity date: 26 Apr 2016

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