Chiang Tung Classic Express Heritage Tour (2 Days 1 Night By Van)
Step back into an untouched era of Lanna history with our 2-day express heritage tour to Chiang Tung (Kengtung), the ancient capital of Shan State. Marvel at the golden spires of Wat Phra That Jom Kham, stand beneath the sacred 250-year-old Giant Banyan Tree, and explore the vibrant morning market of the Tai Khun people.
📸 Authentic Tour Photography
🌟 Key Tour Highlights
1. Wat Phra That Jom Kham & Wat Inthakhin
Pay respects at the ancient 1,200-year-old golden stupa of Wat Phra That Jom Kham and admire the exquisite Lanna lacquerware gilded pillars of Wat Inthakhin.
2. Sacred Giant Banyan Tree & Nong Tung Lake
Stand beneath the 250-year-old royal banyan tree atop the city ridge and stroll along the romantic shores of Nong Tung Lake.
3. Monumental Standing Buddha
Marvel at the iconic Phra Chao Luang Khaeng Kha (Standing Buddha), with its hand pointing auspiciously across the entire valley of Chiang Tung.
4. Vibrant Chiang Tung Morning Market
Witness local hill tribes (Wa, Akha, Ann, Tai Khun) trading woven Shan bags, fresh morning Shan noodles, sticky rice cakes, and silver ornaments.
📅 Detailed Daily Itinerary
- 07:30: Meet at Mae Sai border checkpoint, Chiang Rai; complete Thai-Myanmar border crossing into Tachileik.
- 08:30: Depart Tachileik in VIP van along scenic mountain road R3B crossing the Shan mountain ranges (approx. 3.5 hrs).
- 12:00: Arrive in Chiang Tung; authentic Tai Khun lunch.
- 13:30: Visit Wat Phra That Jom Kham, Wat Inthakhin, and Wat Phra Kaew.
- 15:30: Ascend to the 250-year-old Giant Banyan Tree and the monumental Standing Buddha overlooking Nong Tung Lake.
- 17:30: Check-in at hotel; scenic dinner by Nong Tung Lake; evening at leisure.
- 06:30: Visit bustling Chiang Tung Morning Bazaar; taste freshly made Shan rice noodle soup (Khao Soi Noi) and fried bean cakes.
- 08:30: Visit Wat Mahamuni (Wat Phra Chao Luang), enshrining the replica of the revered Mandalay Mahamuni Buddha.
- 10:30: Visit traditional Shan lacquerware and blacksmith artisan workshops.
- 12:00: Lunch in Chiang Tung before departing back along the scenic mountain pass.
- 16:00: Arrive in Tachileik; shop at the border duty-free market.
- 17:30: Cross back into Mae Sai, Thailand with unforgettable cultural memories.
✅ Package Inclusions
- Round-trip VIP air-conditioned van from Mae Sai border throughout Shan State
- 1 Night hotel accommodation in Chiang Tung (twin sharing)
- All meals specified in itinerary (1 breakfast, 2 lunches, 1 dinner)
- Myanmar border entry pass (Border Pass / Visa fees) and municipal tourist taxes
- All temple and historic site admission fees
- Expert local Tai Khun bilingual guide and Thai tour escort
- Travel accident insurance coverage up to 1,000,000 THB
ℹ️ Important Travel Notes & Requirements
- Thai citizens require only a Thai National ID Card (for Border Pass) or Passport.
- Foreign passport holders require a valid passport and Myanmar border clearance arranged by our team in advance.
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