Kick off the day with a hefty breakfast, as our first stop will be the new and striking Wat Rong Suea Ten, also known as Blue Temple. Discover the marvellous paintings with a style similar to that of the famous White Temple, as the architect of which trained here for years. To soak in the local culture, follow your guide to the village of Akha, an ethnic group known for its colorful costumes and the surrounding picturesque tea plantations. Continuing to the spectacular and contemporary White Temple (Wat Rong Kun in Thai) on the outskirts of Chiang Rai, witness white represent the purity and wisdom of Buddhism in sublime beauty and serenity. This bizarre-looking temple is the brainchild of Chiang Rai’s famous artist and painter Chalermchai Kositpipat. Unlike most Thai temples, the building is all white with glass and mirrors embedded into the outside to make it sparkle in the sunlight. Keep your cameras at the ready because this temple is truly insta-worthy! This hilly, forested area also holds serene landscape views, winding rivers and is home to the best elephant sanctuaries in Thailand! Spend the evening in Chiang Rai, resting up at our luxurious 4-star hotel before a big day ahead.
- Accommodation
Centara Riverside Hotel – 4 Star
- Meals Included
Breakfast
- Included Activities
Visit Wat Rong Suea Ten (Blue Temple)
Visit Akha Village
Visit Wat Rong Khun (White Temple)
- Entrance Fees
Akha Hilltribe Village – 500 THB
Wat Rong Kun (White Temple) – 100 THB
Kwestfisher
Just finished the ‘Charming Thailand’ tour with Travel Talk Tours. No reviews for this specific tour prior to booking so had a little nervousness prior to the start. However, to Travel Talks credit the tour was absolutely superb – the promised accomodation was excellent for the most part and the excursions were interesting and very well organised.
The projected budget for visiting the temples/Grand Palace etc were spot on and Andy the tour guide was genuinely amazing. I often write reviews of my experiences on google but Andy was without question, one of the most genuine, patient and kind guides I’ve ever had!! Shout out to the driver and his son who also accompanied us on our 8 day tour – both of them absolute machines!!
I’m UK based and expected the group to follow the same pattern but instead it was a multicultural group. With UK, American, Spanish and Canadian participants of all ages/genders plus some single travellers. This melting pot proved to be an incredible experience, offering me the chance to make (hopefully) lifelong friends – I’m looking at you Mary-Lou and Gray!!
So as a first time customer of Travel Talk, I’d rate them 5/5 – the pre and post booking customer service (prior to leaving the UK) was awesome and the trip over delivered on its execution and quality!!
Great stuff – Travel talk are highly recommended 👍
J. Holman
Kung was very welcoming and informative. She allowed for everyone’s happiness and we all love her.
C. Nano
Kung is the best. She has colourful shirts. So we could find her easily. She was extramely knowledgeable about the history, religion and culture. She knew all the good places to eat and let us try local specialties.
A. Stetson
Awesome trip.
K. Stetson
Everything was amazing!
K. Stedman
Thank you so much. Had a great time & experienced so much. Thank you for your kindness Kung!
S. Lawrence
Andy is very pleasant & professional and approachable & caring. Driver Mr. Pot is the best driver & considerate
G. Partington
Thanks so much to Andy, such a great & fun tour guide!
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