Purple Dragon's Cool Charming Chiang Mai program will introduce you to one of our favorite places -- the ancient capital of Lanna, land of a million rice fields. There's plenty to see and do here, from peaceful temple compounds to a thriving gay scene. You're sure to fall in love with the easy-going pace and friendly Northern lifestyle. Most of Thailand's arts and crafts originate here and the bustling night bazaar gathers bargain goods from Burma, Laos, and nomadic Hill-tribes of the Golden Triangle. Hospitality and lush scenery characterize the Northern experience.
Arrive in Chiang Mai and transfer to your hotel. If you arrive early you might like to relax at your hotel or explore the temples, shops, and winding alleys inside the moat-ringed fortress walls of the Old City.
This evening your guide will accompany you on a treat-filled evening tour of the city. Why not start with a cocktail by the quiet Ping River, or a feast of Northern Thai specialties, while being pampered with Lanna
hospitality? Afterwards, enjoy our introduction to the bustling bazaars and delightful charms of Northern nightlife.
After breakfast your guide and private car will transport you to the mountain summit of Doi Suthep
to visit a spectacular golden temple that can be seen from practically anywhere
in Chiang Mai. Climb the undulating dragon stairway to Chiang Mai's famous temple-in-the-clouds for a sweeping view of the gorgeous countryside
and an up-close look at one of Thailand's most revered religious places. Later,
return to the city for a lunch of khao soi, a uniquely Chiang Mai dish of
both boiled and crispy noodles and tender chicken in a thick and flavorful soup.
(It is perfectly OK to have a seconds or third bowl.) Next, your guide will take
you to explore sacred shrines and ancient temples which dot the city, and
introduce you to the town's historic and shopping areas. Your evening is free to
dine at an historic teakwood mansion, a riverside beer garden, or a street-side
food stall. Sharpen your bargaining skills to obtain arts and crafts hawked in
the colorful, circus-like Night Market, or try some of the local beer bars,
which attract many friendly local people.
This morning we whisk you off into the great green mountains North of the city
to get closer to nature in an unspoiled rural valley on the edge of one of
Thailand's most beautiful national parks. The forest here is hundreds of years
old and tiny farms overlook a gentle, sparkling river. The valley is also home
to one province's best elephant training camp, where the population is
preserved and visitors learn to appreciate the strength and intelligence of this
dwindling species. After an educational show, you take a ride on elephant-back
through the nearby forest. Your first elephant ride? You will never forget it.
After lunch, you enjoy a lazy trip down the river on a raft made of giant bamboo
to soak in the dazzling scenery. On the way back to the city you also make a
brief stop to admire the the grower's skills at a local orchid nursery. Your
evening is free to enjoy the city's great restaurants and nightlife.
Free time until we take you to the airport. From Chiang Mai it is a short plane ride to the UNESCO World Heritage site of Luang Prabang, one of the Wonders of Asia. Or, connect to Phuket Island for some fun in the sun, or back to Bangkok,
which is Indochina's principal hub for transportation to Vietnam, Cambodia,
Myanar and other surrounding countries.
You can easily add extra nights and see even more of Chiang Mai. Take a walking
tour on your own, or discover natural wonders in the surrounding countryside, or visit the nearby ancient cities of Lampang and Lamphun. You can even enjoy a half-day bicycle safari to see some of the sleepier and less-visited parts of Chiang Mai.
PRICE PER PERSON FOR ALL INCLUSIVE
PACKAGE (DOLLARS/EUROS/POUNDS/BAHT) BASED ON YOUR
CHOICE OF HOTEL
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Standard: Raming
Lodge, Superior Room |
|
March through
October 08 |
| Double |
223 |
141 |
111 |
7,210 |
| Single |
318 |
202 |
158 |
10,290 |
|
November 08 through
February 09 |
| Double |
244 |
155 |
122 |
7,903 |
| Single |
356 |
226 |
177 |
11,528 |
|
March through
October 09 |
| Double |
223 |
141 |
111 |
7,210 |
| Single |
318 |
202 |
158 |
10,290 |
|
Superior: Centara
Hotel, Superior Room |
|
April through
October 08 |
| Double |
299 |
190 |
149 |
9,675 |
| Single |
421 |
268 |
210 |
13,650 |
|
November 08 through
March 09 |
| Double |
351 |
223 |
175 |
11,363 |
| Single |
525 |
334 |
262 |
17,025 |
|
Delectable: Lana
Mantra, Deluxe Room |
|
May through October
08 |
| Double |
344 |
218 |
171 |
11,138 |
| Single |
560 |
356 |
279 |
18,158 |
|
November 08 through
April 09 |
| Double |
409 |
260 |
204 |
13,268 |
| Single |
682 |
434 |
340 |
22,113 |
|
May through October
09 |
| Double |
337 |
214 |
168 |
10,920 |
| Single |
542 |
345 |
270 |
17,570 |
|
Tamarind Village,
Deluxe Room |
|
Through October 08 |
| Double |
460 |
292 |
229 |
14,911 |
| Single |
785 |
499 |
391 |
25,434 |
|
1 November through
20 December 08 |
| Double |
531 |
337 |
265 |
17,212 |
| Single |
917 |
583 |
457 |
29,711 |
|
21 December 08
through 10 January 09 |
| Double |
590 |
375 |
294 |
19,126 |
| Single |
1,035 |
658 |
516 |
33,539 |
|
11 January through
30 April 09 |
| Double |
531 |
337 |
265 |
17,212 |
| Single |
917 |
583 |
457 |
29,711 |
|
May through October
09 |
| Double |
477 |
303 |
238 |
15,463 |
| Single |
814 |
517 |
406 |
26,376 |
|
Faaabulous:
Rachamankha, Superior Room |
|
May through October
08 |
| Double |
440 |
279 |
219 |
14,243 |
| Single |
706 |
449 |
352 |
22,883 |
|
November 08 through
April 09 |
| Double |
540 |
343 |
269 |
17,500 |
| Single |
888 |
564 |
443 |
28,770 |
|
May through October
09 |
| Double |
458 |
291 |
228 |
14,850 |
| Single |
756 |
480 |
377 |
24,503 |
|
VIP: Chedi Chiang
Mai (Deluxe Room) |
|
Through
October 08 |
| Double |
672 |
427 |
335 |
21,775 |
| Single |
1,226 |
779 |
611 |
39,715 |
|
November 08 through
October 09 |
| Double |
762 |
484 |
380 |
626 |
| Single |
1,406 |
893 |
701 |
1,180 |
|
Ultimate: Chedi
Chiang Mai (Suite) |
|
Through
October 08 |
| Double |
853 |
542 |
425 |
27,625 |
| Single |
1,591 |
1,011 |
793 |
51,563 |
|
November 08 through
October 09 |
| Double |
986 |
626 |
491 |
31,938 |
| Single |
1,858 |
1,180 |
926 |
60,188 |
|

choose from these great gay-friendly
CHIANG MAI HOTELS

Where We Shine:
Purple Dragon specializes in Chiang Mai and we survey the city and surrounds personally throughout the year. We save our guests precious time by recommending the best, newest, and most popular attractions. Our Chiang Mai manager and staff all speak excellent English. Your tour is private and you have the undivided attention of our guides. You'll never be herded around on a bus with 40 strangers. Our guests
often remark that the highlight of their holiday was the charming company of our trained guides and their superlative insights into Thai culture.
Holiday surcharges
and compulsory meals may also apply to the rates above.
Christmas/New Year rates may also apply to Chinese New Year and Songkran
Festival.
Prices are based on currency exchange rates of 15 July 2008 and may be subject to change, although no changes will apply after you reserve and pay.
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