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Chiang Rai Akha Culture Waterfall and Big Buddha Tour

By Scorpions Tours
Free cancellation available
Price is P 5,399 per traveler* *Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults
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Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 6h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
Overview

Discover the authentic side of Chiang Rai through its vibrant hill tribes and serene landscapes. This enriching 6-hour tour immerses you in the Akha culture, where you will participate in traditional embroidery and cooking sessions with local villagers. Visit picturesque waterfalls, explore charming communities, and be mesmerized by the towering 90-meter Guanyin statue. With a small group of just three participants, enjoy personalized attention and insightful commentary from your expert guide as you connect with the culture and nature of this beautiful region.

  • Engage directly with local hill tribes in non-touristy settings
  • Experience hands-on Akha embroidery and cooking sessions
  • Relax at the tranquil Huay Mae Sai Waterfall, away from crowds
  • Visit the iconic 90-meter Big Buddha at Wat Huay Pla Kang
Activity location
  • Lahu Village
    • Chiang Rai, Thailand
Meeting/Redemption Point
  • Scorpions Tours
    • 2 Phaholyothin Road
    • 57000, Tambon Wiang, Chang Wat Chiang Rai, Thailand

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Group Tour
  • Activity duration is 6 hours6h
    6h
  • English

Pickup included

Language options: English
Starting time: 9:00
Price details
P 5,399.31 x 1 TravelerP 5,399.31
Total
Price is P 5,399.31
Private Tour
  • Activity duration is 6 hours6h
    6h
  • English

Duration: 6 hours

Language options: English
Starting time: 9:00
Price details
P 11,217.40 x 1 TravelerP 11,217.40
Total
Price is P 11,217.40

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Bottled water
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Hands-on Akha embroidery workshop
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Entrance fee
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Air-conditioned vehicle
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Expert English-speaking guide
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Learn & Cook Together with Akha Villagers

Know before you book

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Activity itinerary

Lahu Village
  • 30m
  • Admission ticket included
Your first stop is a Red Lahu village, hidden among rolling green mountains. Stroll through the village, observe traditional stilt houses, and meet warm, welcoming locals in their daily environment. Admire their vibrant handmade clothing and experience village life as it naturally unfolds—no performances, no staged activities
Lahu Village (Pass by)
Next, visit a Yao (Mien) village, known for its beautiful silver jewelry and intricate embroidery. See finely crafted traditional pieces and learn how these artistic skills have been passed down through generations as an important part of family and cultural identity.
Akha Village
  • 2h
  • Admission ticket included
Continue to an Akha village, where you’ll be warmly welcomed with fragrant local tea and a cheerful blessing ritual. Get an up‑close look at the iconic Akha traditional dress, decorated with silver coins, colorful beads, and symbolic patterns that tell stories of ancestry and belief. Join the villagers for a fun and interactive Akha embroidery session. Learn basic stitching techniques and create your own small handmade piece—a meaningful souvenir crafted with your own hands. Step into an Akha family kitchen for a simple, authentic cooking experience. Learn how everyday local ingredients are chosen, help prepare a traditional snack, taste fresh flavors, and enjoy the warmth of sharing food together—often the most memorable part of the day.
Mae Sai
  • 1h
Shift from culture to nature at the peaceful Huay Mae Sai Waterfall, a quiet two‑tier cascade hidden in lush forest. Relax along the trail, dip your feet in cool clear water, take refreshing photos, or enjoy light snacks while listening to the soothing sound of nature.
Wat Huay Pla Kang
  • 1h
  • Admission ticket included
End your journey at Wat Huay Pla Kang, home to the impressive 90‑meter Guanyin statue, often called Chiang Rai’s “Big Buddha.” Wander the open temple grounds, enjoy panoramic views, and take in the calm beauty of this Thai‑Chinese spiritual landmark.

Location

Activity location
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    Lahu Village
    • Chiang Rai, Thailand
Meeting/Redemption Point
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    Scorpions Tours
    • 2 Phaholyothin Road
    • 57000, Tambon Wiang, Chang Wat Chiang Rai, Thailand

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