Northern Thailand Tuk Tuk Adventure

Day 1: Chiang Mai to Mae Weng. Welcome to the tuk tuk club! Meet the team in Chiang Mai for the transfer to Mae Wang. Get to know your driver and pimped up tuk tuk, before lunch at a local restaurant. Then head into the countryside, stopping a temple to receive a blessing from the monks. Enjoy a traditional Thai dinner and live music with the group this evening.

Day 2: Hill tribe trek and elephants. We’re off to an ethical elephant project today. Stop en route to hike through forest to a jewel-like waterfall. Take a dip before exploring a local hill tribe village. Then we’ll meet the ellies! Spend the afternoon with the animals, feeding and bathing them. This afternoon, we’ll drift down the river on bamboo rafts – what a day!

Day 3: Mountain roads. Hop in your trusty tuk tuk and travel along twisty country roads towards Thailand’s highest mountain. Stop to sample local food en route. On arrival at Doi Inathon we’ll head into the National Park and climb to the summit, before enjoying a traditional Thai barbecue this evening – yum!

Day 4: Doi Inthanon National Park. Today we’ll be trekking through Doi Inthanon National Park. Together with an expert guide, we’ll walk through forests and beautiful countryside, stopping for a leaf-wrapped packed lunch in a clearing. In the evening we’ll relax at our accommodation with a traditional countryside Thai feast.

Day 5: Head home or travel to Mae Sariang. If you’ve booked the 5-day tour, this is where your adventure ends and you’ll be transferred back to Chiang Mai. If you’ve booked the 11-day tour, you’ll be heading towards our next destination, Mae Sariang. Check into your elegant riverside accommodation and chill out by the pool, or take the opportunity to go out and explore the town.

Days 6 – 7: Mae Hong Son. We’ll have plenty of stops on today’s scenic route, before arriving late afternoon. The eco-resort we’re staying in really has the ‘wow’ factor with an infinity pool and one of the best sunset bars we’ve ever been to (Brad and Angelina stayed here!). Day 7 is free. Wander into town, go on a forest trek from the resort, or simply relax by the pool.

Days 8-9: Pai. Put your road trip playlist on, sit back and enjoy some stunning views today. Stop for lunch at Lod Caves before arriving at our accommodation in the afternoon. This stunning resort has villa style rooms and a chic swimming pool. Relax at the resort or head into Pai to explore the nightlife. On day 9 you’ll have a free day. There are waterfalls, canyons and hot springs round Pai that you can explore, but you might find it hard to tear yourself away from the pool...

Day 10: Mae Weng. Set off early today for the last leg of our incredible journey. Stop at various communities and take in more breath-taking views along the way, before reaching base camp in Mae Weng by late afternoon. Later, we’ll head out for one final group meal and to share our memories of our tuk tuk adventure.

Day 11: Chiang Mai and farewell. It’s time to say goodbye, so give your trusty tuk tuk a hug, swap details with new friends, and take the transfer back to Chiang Mai – we’ll leave around midday to give everyone the chance to have a lay in before heading off.

Looking for a trip to Thailand with more of a party scene? Check out our Thai Intro or Thai Adventure trips.