Pick up times: Afternoon - pm
C. 131. Culture and relaxation trip.
Here are the itineraries:
Then we drive towards up the mountains to visit the Wat Phra That Doi Suthep temple. We highly recommend visiting this famous temple at dawn. The temple is quiet and the monks are just rousing and going out to receive alms offerings. Without any crowds you can enjoy the magical morning light and incredible views in serenity. It is the beginning to a great and wonderful day.
Doi Suthep temple is located on the peak of the Doi Suthep Mountain and is the most famous landmark in Chiang Mai. They say you have not truly been to Chiang Mai if you have not visited this temple! At the top of the temple you can view the pagoda shining with real gold, and a viewing platform offers panoramic views of the whole Chiang Mai City – take in the wonderful countryside landscape while the sun rises behind the city and mountains. The morning sky and view could be immortalised in a beautiful painting ! Morning life at the temple is unforgettable -the sound of temple bells, monks chanting and the fascinating view of Chiang Mai will fill your heart. Don’t leave Chiang Mai without this impression.
After that we continue to the Culture Route in the East of Chiang Mai to sightsee or shop in the handicraft and shopping villages or home industies. In the Umbrella Making Village most of the painters have never attended any art school. Instead they have learnt from their ancestors or they have received on the job training meaning they have practiced how to paint while they are at work. In the Silk Village you can learn how your comfortable silk sheets and clothing are created.
You will learn about the white silk worm and see the whole process such as how the silk worm is cared for, how it produces the silk through glandular secretion and the end stage where the silk is hand spun by local villagers. The tour can also include visits to workshops hand crafting silverware, lacquer ware, wood furniture or precious gem stones. Here you will also have the process for making these products explained to you.
This trip is suitable for people who want to have a relaxing day and looking for certified quality products.
And the we visit our last place for the day: Hot springs: And soak your feet in mineral water for relaxation or swim in the mineral swimming pool to relieve your tension.
Get back to your hotel around 4:30 pm.
What to bring:
Camera, mosquito repellent, hat, sunglasses, rain jacket.
What to wear:
Long pants or shorts, T-shirt or polo, sports shoes