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Red Brick Jeep Tour from Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai · 3 Days
Three days and two nights in the mountains of northern Thailand: the White Temple, the Golden Triangle, hill tribes, elephants and rafting. 6,900 baht per adult.
Check availability and pricePrices
From 6,900 THB, when booked in advance.
Important information:
- For large groups and customized private tours, write to us and we will get back to you with a quote.
- You can leave a large bag or suitcase in the luggage storage at the Red Brick office in Chiang Mai, at no extra charge.
- Entry to the White Temple is not included in the price.
- Bring a valid passport, especially for the visit to the Golden Triangle area.
A journey to northern Thailand
Three days between the mountains of Chiang Mai and Chiang Rai
Red Brick's jeep tour from Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai is a journey through the northern provinces of Thailand, known for green landscapes, temples and rich history.
The tour is run in safe jeeps and suited to off-road trips, accompanied by professional, experienced guides who tell you about the places.
Accommodation in Chiang Rai: two nights at the Diamond Park Inn hotel or a hotel of a similar standard, in a convenient and central area.
All inclusive: 7 meals over the three days, water and fruit, entry to all attractions and sites, extreme activities and an English-speaking guide with you throughout.
2 nights of accommodation
At the Diamond Park Inn in Chiang Rai or similar.
7 meals
Over the three days, with water and fruit.
A guide with you
An English-speaking driver and guide all the way.
Day 1: Zip line, elephants and rafting
From Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai
8:15–8:30, pickup from your hotel in Chiang Mai.
Zip line : 8 zipline stations at a high safety standard, with views.
An elephant care farm, feeding and bathing elephants in a rural atmosphere on the "Mae Taeng" river, in their natural surroundings.
Rafting on the Mae Taeng river, white-water rafting suitable for all ages.
Bua Thong Sticky Waterfalls, limestone waterfalls that you can climb up without slipping. A great spot for photos.
The drive to Chiang Rai, about a two-hour drive, with a refreshment stop on the way.
Overnight in Chiang Rai, at the Diamond Park Inn hotel or another hotel of the same standard.
Day 2, tribes, tea fields and the Golden Triangle
Chiang Rai and the surroundings
The long-neck tribe, a visit to the long-neck and big-ears tribe, an introduction to their culture and traditional way of life.
Choui Fong, a visit to the tea fields of Chiang Rai, one of the best-known tea-growing areas in Thailand.
A monkey temple and a fish cave, a place that combines a temple hosting many monkeys and a cave with special fish.
The Golden Triangle, a cruise on the "Mekong" river at the meeting point of Thailand, Myanmar and Laos. You do not go to the market on the Laos border.
Lunch at a local restaurant, with a variety of Thai dishes.
The "Huay Pla Kang" temple, an impressive white Buddha temple in Chiang Rai.
Second night in Chiang Rai, at the Diamond Park Inn hotel or another hotel of the same standard.
Day 3, The White Temple and back to Chiang Mai
Hill tribes, a geyser and the drive back
Off-road drive : An hour of driving along a scenic route, which changes with the season.
Hill tribes, a visit to the hill tribe people of the area, a glimpse into their traditional way of life and unique culture.
The White Temple (Wat Rong Khun), one of the most impressive attractions in northern Thailand. Entry is not included.
Lunch at a local restaurant on the way back to Chiang Mai.
The "Mae Kachan" geyser, a natural geyser and a hot spring for the feet, a place to relax at the end of the tour.
Return to Chiang Mai.
When to go
The Tourism Authority of Thailand gives November to February as the most comfortable time to travel in the north, and in the mornings and at night the temperature in the north can fall to about 10 degrees. According to the Thai Meteorological Department, the rainy season runs from mid-May to mid-October, and April is the hottest month of the year.
Good to know
At Choui Fong you visit the tea fields and the café. The main production site is closed to visitors.
About the place
The Choui Fong tea plantation lies on hillsides in the Pa Sang area of Mae Chan district. Visitors walk along paths between the rows of tea, and at the top of the hill there is a café with 150 seats and windows facing the fields, with a viewing terrace above it. The café serves oolong and green tea, hot and cold. The main production site of the plantations is not open to visitors.
The Mae Kajan geyser is on Highway 118, between kilometers 64 and 65. Traveling from Chiang Rai to Chiang Mai it is on the left side of the road. Hot water shoots up like a fountain in front of the pools, and people passing on the road can see it too.
What awaits you
Paths between the rows of tea and a café with a viewing terrace at Choui Fong.
Who it suits
Great for
- Anyone who wants three days in jeeps in the north, with a stay in Chiang Rai and an accompanying guide.
Less suited for
- Anyone who needs guiding in Hebrew: the guide speaks English.
- Anyone who finds long drives and off-road driving hard: on the third day there is an hour of off-road driving.
What to bring on the tour
Traveller checklist
- Clothes for three days (in the months of November to February it is worth adding a top layer)
- A modest top for visiting a temple
- Swimsuit
- Towel and toiletries
- Sandals or walking shoes
- Insect repellent spray (important!)
- A camera and a little money
Gallery
Photo gallery
Frequently asked questions
What to know before you book
Is the tour suitable for families?
Yes, the tour is suitable for families with children. There are varied attractions for all ages, and the team makes adjustments as needed.
What happens in case of rain?
The tour takes place in light rain as well. The team is equipped appropriately, and some attractions may change depending on the weather.
Do I need a passport?
Yes, bring a valid passport, especially for the visit to the Golden Triangle area.
Is it possible to book a private tour?
Yes. You can book a private tour with a customized route and schedule. Write to us and we will get back to you with a quote.
Can I drink tea at Choui Fong?
Yes. The café at the top of the hill serves oolong and green tea, hot and cold.
Can I see the production site at Choui Fong?
No. The main production site is closed to visitors, and visitors go to the fields and the café.
