Journey to Doi Inthanon National Park and hike at Kew Mae Pan Nature Trail
* Operates every day from November to May Only*
Overview
Explore Doi Inthanon National Park and hike along the famous Kew Mae Pan Nature Trail. Visit Thailand’s highest peak, hill-tribe villages, and beautiful waterfalls. Perfect day trip from Chiang Mai.
Tour Code: TCM-006
Duration:
07.30 a.m – 06.00 p.m.
Type
Trekking,Sightseeing, Combinations
Pick-up time
07.00 – 7.30 a.m.
Highlights
- Visit Wachirathan Waterfall
- Visit the highest spot of Thailand
- Visit King's and Queen's Pagoda
- Visit Hmong Hill Tribe Market, and have lunch
- 2 - 3 hours trekking at the famous Kew Mae Pan Nature Trail
- Visit Ban Mae Klang Luang
Program Details
07:00–07:30 : Pick-up from hotels located in Chiang Mai's old town area.
09:30: Arrival at Doi Inthanon, the highest peak in Thailand.
- Insight into the significance of Doi Inthanon in Thai culture and its ecological importance.
10:30: Visit the elegant King and Queen Pagoda, also known as the Royal Pagodas.
- Explore the pagodas, learn about their cultural significance, and enjoy the serene atmosphere.
11:30: Proceed to the Hmong Hill Tribe Market.
- Immerse yourself in the vibrant local culture and explore traditional handicrafts, textiles, and fresh produce.
- Engage with the local community and support their livelihoods.
11.45: Lunch at a nearby restaurant with delicious Thai cuisine (vegetarian options available on request).
12.30: Embark on a 2-hour hike on the renowned Kew Mae Pan Nature Trail.
- Enjoy breathtaking views of mountains, valleys, and dense forests.
- Educational insights on local flora and fauna from the guide.
15:00: Visit Ban Mae Klang Luang, a charming village inhabited by hill tribe residents.
- Sample locally brewed coffee made from village-grown beans.
- Learn about the coffee production techniques and cultural traditions of the residents.
16:00: Visit Wachirathan Waterfall, located in Doi Inthanon National Park.
- Admire the breathtaking beauty of the waterfall, with its impressive cascades and lush surroundings.
18:00: Return to Chiang Mai.
🌿 Kew Mae Pan Nature Trail
- Distance: ~3 km (loop trail)
- Elevation Gain: Moderate (~200-300m)
- Duration: ~2-3 hours
- Difficulty: Moderate
- Landscape:
- Open mountain ridge with panoramic views
- Montane forest with mossy trees
- Famous for sea of mist at sunrise
- Less shade, stronger sun exposure
- Best for:
- People who enjoy scenic views and photography
- Those with moderate fitness (not suitable for beginners with weak stamina)
- Can be challenging for people with knee problems due to steep steps
- Health Benefits:
- Good for cardio & lung function (due to high altitude)
- Improves leg muscle endurance
- Boosts mental well-being with fresh air and stunning views
Inclusion:
- English-speaking tour guide (Chinese - speaking tour guide on request)
- Lunch (vegetarian on request)
- All entrance fees as in the program
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off within a radius of 5 km from the Three Kings. Monument.
- If you are outside the pick-up radius, please fill out the reservation form for pickup at McDonald's Im Thapae. Address: 17/1 Kotchasarn Rd., Chang Khlan Sub-district, Mueang Chiang Mai District, Chiang Mai 50100. The actual pickup will be in front of the restaurant.
- Insurance: To ensure insurance coverage for accidents, we kindly request a copy of your passport. Please send it to us via email or WhatsApp at least one day before the tour begins.
- Reservations are required at least two days in advance. For last-minute bookings one day before tours start, kindly contact us.
Pick-up Information:
✨ Free hotel pick-up & drop-off within 5 km of Three Kings Monument
📍 Staying outside the area? Simply choose a convenient meeting point (click images for directions)
🤍 No worries if you don’t select one — we’ll arrange the nearest pick-up point for you
📌 Final pick-up details will be confirmed after booking
If you choose a meeting point, please fill in the booking form as follows:
Hotel Name for Pickup: Meeting point name
Address for Pickup: Meeting point
- Any other expenses not mentioned in the package.
- Tips and gratuities
- Suitable shoes for the trailing
- Proper clothes for entering Thai temples.
- Sunscreen
- Insect spray
- Pick-up time may be delayed due to traffic.
- This itinerary is subject to change due to weather or interruptions.
- All the timings provided are approximate.
- This is a join-in group tour .
- This tour includes travel insurance provided by the operator.
- This tour start in Chiang Mai
- Please make sure to enter the exact hotel name as shown on Google Maps when booking, so we can arrange your pick-up correctly.
- If your group made separate bookings, please provide all booking references. We cannot guarantee seats in the same vehicle without this information.
- Please provide a WhatsApp-enabled phone number so our team can contact you easily on the day of the tour.
- If you have a flight after the tour, please inform us. Airport drop-off is not included, and travel times may vary due to traffic.
- This tour is operated by our business partner(s).
You’ll get confirmation within 24 hours . If you don’t receive any confirmation, please contact us at [email protected] or +66 62 289 5343
- You’ll get a full refund if you cancel at least 2 days prior to the travel date.
- Changes of travel date must be made at least 2 days prior to the travel date ·
- In the event of a force majeure or unforeseen event such as bad weather or cancellation by our business partner(s), we reserve the right to cancel the tour. In this case, you will be given the option to reschedule or request a full refund.
- Refunds will be made via cash or bank transfer. Any bank fee that occurred will be deducted from the refund amount.
- No refund for no-show and last-minute cancellation for all reasons to maintain our competitive price as your seats cannot be resold.
