Venture out of Chiang Rai to the Mae Chan district and immerse yourself in the rich traditions of two distinct ethnic groups—Akha and Yao—who migrated from China and Tibet and now live in Northern Thailand. Visit their traditional villages and gain insights into their unique lifestyles and cultural heritage.

Tour Highlights:

Discover the Akha, originally from Tibet, known for their intricate and colorful traditional attire and distinctive handicrafts.

Visit the Yao, originally from Southern China, who once held notable prestige in the Chinese Empire and continue to uphold their ancestral customs today.

Explore authentic village life and engage with locals to learn about their daily routines, ancient traditions, and enduring connection with the land.

Experience Includes:

Private guided tour

Cultural interaction and educational insights into the Akha and Yao ways of life

Visit to two traditional hill tribe villages

Tour Details:

Operation: Daily

Departure Times: 08:00–12:00 hrs OR 13:00–17:00 hrs (Private)

Hotel Pick-Up: Approx. 08:00 hrs or 13:00 hrs (depending on hotel location)

Duration: Approximately 4 hours

Distance: Approx. 25 km from Chiang Rai city to the hill tribe villages

Meals: Not included