4 Days Around Pai Mae Hong Son: A Journey Through Nature’s Masterpiece
Let Northern Thailand’s landscapes guide your journey on this 4-day scenic loop through Pai and Mae Hong Son.
The 4 Days Around Pai Mae Hong Son tour is a love letter to Northern Thailand’s landscape. Rolling fog over pine forests. Sunlight flickering through bamboo groves. The gentle echo of river currents in deep gorges. This isn’t just a tour—it’s a moving painting that unfolds hour by hour.
Day 1: The day begins with mountain roads twisting toward the sky. Your first brush with wonder is Huay Nam Dang National Park, where early morning fog curls over valleys like silk scarves on green hills. Then comes the World War II Bridge, standing quiet and strong, a relic of stories long past.
After lunch, step into the ochre world of Pai Canyon. Narrow ridges, dramatic drops, and endless skies—it’s like walking on the edge of a postcard. Check in at Yoma Hotel or a similar boutique stay. As sunset approaches, climb (or ride) to Phra That Mae Yen temple. Golden light bathes the entire Pai Valley below. Or choose the easier route to Two Huts Pai, where wide-open views require no uphill trek.
End your day wandering Pai Walking Street, the scent of grilled skewers and sweet crepes filling the air.
Day 2: A peaceful breakfast starts the day before visiting the Chinese Village and Yun Lai Viewpoint. Tea fields cascade down the hillsides, and morning clouds hover close enough to touch.
Slip into the warm waters of Sai Ngam Hot Spring, where ancient trees lean over mineral pools.
At Tham Lod Cave, drift on a bamboo raft into cool darkness. Sunbeams pierce through cave openings. Stalactites drip. Shadows dance.
After lunch, the journey continues to Ban Rak Thai, a lakeside village where the reflection of pine trees and wooden houses shimmers on still waters. A quiet boat ride lets you drift and breathe in the highland air.
Day 3: The day begins with the earthy touch of Pu Klon Mud Spa—rich, black mineral mud perfect for a rejuvenating facial. Walk the long, slender Su Tong Pae Bamboo Bridge, where green rice fields ripple with every breeze.
After lunch, cruise by long-tail boat to Huay Pu Kang Long Neck Village, home to the Kayan people. Children play. Weavers work. The air smells of wood smoke and river water.
End the day at Wat Chong Kham and Wat Chong Klang, their golden reflections glowing softly at dusk. Stay overnight at Fern Resort, surrounded by whispering forests.
Day 4: As dawn breaks, head to Wat Phra That Doi Kong Mu, where the world below looks soft and infinite. Venture underground to Kaew Komol Cave, where white calcite walls glisten like snow under flashlight beams.
If the season allows, marvel at the endless gold of the Mexican Sunflower Fields at Doi Mae U-Khor—sunshine blooming right from the earth.
After a delicious lunch, your final stop is Ob Luang National Park. A deep gorge carved by rushing river water. Jagged cliffs leaning close like old friends sharing a secret. By early evening, the journey ends back in Chiang Mai, where city lights replace starlight—but the memory of mountains lingers.
Let the landscape lead the way—join this visual journey through Northern Thailand.
Itinerary
Day1
- 08:00 AM pickup from Chiang Mai
- Misty views at Huay Nam Dang National Park
- Visit World War II Bridge
- Lunch at a local restaurant
- Explore Pai Canyon
- Hotel check-in (Yoma Hotel or similar)
- Sunset at Phra That Mae Yen or Two Huts Pai
- Dinner at Pai Walking Street
- Overnight in Pai
Day2
- Breakfast at hotel
- Visit Chinese Village and Yun Lai Viewpoint
- Relax at Sai Ngam Hotspring
- Bamboo raft ride through Tham Lod Cave
- Lunch at a local restaurant
- Arrive at Ban Rak Thai village
- Boat ride on the lake
- Overnight in Ban Rak Thai
Day3
- Breakfast at hotel
- Visit Pu Klon Mud Spa
- Walk across Su Tong Pae Bamboo Bridge
- Lunch at a local restaurant
- Long-tail boat to Huay Pu Kang Long Neck Village
- Visit Wat Chong Kham and Wat Chong Klang
- Dinner and overnight in Mae Hong Son (Fern Resort or similar)
Day4
- Breakfast at the resort
- Visit Wat Phra That Doi Kong Mu
- Explore Kaew Komol Cave
- Seasonal stop at Mexican Sunflower Fields (Nov-Dec)
- Lunch at a local restaurant
- Explore Ob Luang National Park
- Return to Chiang Mai by 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Tour Price
| GROUP SIZE | 1 | 2 | 3-4 | 5-6 | 7-8 | 9-12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| price/person (Thai Baht) | 33000 | 21000 | 17000 | 14000 | 13000 | 12000 |
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Include
- Hotel or guesthouse transfers via air-conditioned transport.
- Meals: 4 lunches, 3 dinners, and 3 breakfasts.
- Accommodation: 3 nights with breakfast included.
- Driver: An English-speaking local driver.
- Fees: All entrance fees as per the program details.
- Experiences: All activities mentioned in the tour.
Exclude
- Personal Expenses: Any items considered personal.
- Tips/Gratuities: Not included for the guide and driver.
- Guide Service (Optional): Available for an additional 8400 THB for 3 days.
- Hotel-Specific Requests: Contact us if you have any other hotel requirements.
- Child Restraint Seats: Available by advance reservation for:
- Children 0-12 months old (0-9kg).
- Children 1-3 years old (8-18kg).
FAQ
- Journey: A 3-day private tour from Chiang Mai to Mae Hong Son.
- Transportation: Your group will travel in an air-conditioned commuter sedan (1-2 persons) or an air-conditioned commuter van (3-12 persons).
- Meal Customization: Halal meals are usually arrangable for Muslim guests; inform us upon booking.
- Add-on Guide: An English-speaking guide is available as an extra for 1,500 Baht/day + 800 Baht/day accommodation. Please specify if needed when booking (other language guides may incur different rates and require a request).
- Lodging: Accommodation is part of your package.
- Insurance: Medical coverage up to 1,000,000 baht.
- Cancellation Protocol: Please review our Cancellation Policies.
Transport type
Maximum group size will be 12 persons
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