Immerse yourself in the diverse lifestyles and cultures of Chiang Mai with a visit to five hill tribe villages. Explore the magnificent Chiang Dao Cave, discover the beauty of Thai orchids, and bring home a piece of this enchanting experience.
Immerse yourself in the diverse lifestyles and cultures of Chiang Mai with a visit to five hill tribe villages. Explore the magnificent Chiang Dao Cave, discover the beauty of Thai orchids, and bring home a piece of this enchanting experience.
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Chiang Dao - Ban Huai I-Ko showcases the lifestyle and cultures of five distinct hill tribe groups typically found in northern Thailand. At Ban Huai I-Ko, visitors can encounter the Akha, Meo, Lisu, Karen, and Palong tribes. Discover the diverse cultures, their way of life, and their unique beliefs.
Enjoy an unforgettable experience by visiting…
- Chiang Dao - Ban Huai I-Ko showcases the lifestyle and cultures of five distinct hill tribe groups typically found in northern Thailand. At Ban Huai I-Ko, visitors can encounter the Akha, Meo, Lisu, Karen, and Palong tribes. Discover the diverse cultures, their way of life, and their unique beliefs.
Enjoy an unforgettable experience by visiting authentic local hill tribe villages, guided by residents from the village. Explore their homes, gardens, and schools.
The duration includes travel time from Chiang Mai to Chiang Dao.
- Chiang Dao Cave - Discover the cave with local guides using a lantern.
Chiang Dao Cave is a captivating and the largest cave in Chiang Mai. It is a vast cave adorned with stunning stalagmites and stalactites that have formed naturally.
The cave is also intriguing with its remarkable stories from the past, passed down through generations.
- Bai Orchid and Butterfly Farm - A charming greenhouse featuring a variety of butterflies, plants, and flowers, including orchids. Experience the beauty of nature as butterflies dance over the orchids.
The exotic setting, nestled in a natural environment, offers visitors insight into the life cycle of these insects and the plants they cherish.
The duration includes travel time from Chiang Dao to Chiang Mai.

- Pick up and drop off (Chiang Mai Old City Area)
- Local tour guide at Chiang Dao Cave
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Local tour guide from the villages
- Licensed English speaking tour guide
- Entrance fee at Chiang Dao Cave
- Pick up and drop off (Chiang Mai Old City Area)
- Local tour guide at Chiang Dao Cave
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Local tour guide from the villages
- Licensed English speaking tour guide
- Entrance fee at Chiang Dao Cave
- Meal
- Personal expenses
- Gratuities for driver and guides (not mandatory)
- Meal
- Personal expenses
- Gratuities for driver and guides (not mandatory)
Explore five unique hill tribe villages: Akha, Meo, Lisu, Palong, and Karen. Discover their distinct ways of life, cultures, and beliefs. Gain insight into how each tribe’s living styles and lifestyles differ. Visit the Chiang Dao Cave and Temple, the largest and most storied cave in Chiang Mai. Experience an orchid and butterfly farm, where you can…
Explore five unique hill tribe villages: Akha, Meo, Lisu, Palong, and Karen. Discover their distinct ways of life, cultures, and beliefs. Gain insight into how each tribe’s living styles and lifestyles differ. Visit the Chiang Dao Cave and Temple, the largest and most storied cave in Chiang Mai. Experience an orchid and butterfly farm, where you can admire Thai orchids and even take some of these beautiful flowers home.
- The exact meeting/departure time will be informed in a private message via the booking platform the day before before the tour. Departure time can be between 8:00-9:00 hrs depending on the number of participants on your travel date. Please carefully check your message/email the day before the tour (including junk mail).
- For the hike in Chiang Dao Cave, we recommend wearing comfortable walking shoes (please avoid flip-flops for your safety and comfort).
- As our tours run on a group basis, we can wait a maximum of 10 minutes after the scheduled meeting time. After this grace period, the guide will begin the tour. If you cannot make it on time, please let us know before the tour starts. If possible, we’ll do our best to reschedule you for the next available day, though a rescheduling fee will apply. No refund will be provided in case of late arrival.
- Cancellations made at least 24 hours before the tour start time are eligible for a full refund. For cancellations made less than 24 hours in advance or in case of no-show, no refund will be issued.
- Our tours operate rain or shine, as tropical rain showers in Thailand usually don’t last long. If it rains heavily, we try to seek shelter and will continue as soon as the weather improves. During the rainy season, it’s a good idea to bring a raincoat or poncho. Please note cancellations due to weather are not eligible for a refund.
- Two passages inside the cave are quite narrow and you will need to crawl through them. This hike through the cave is not recommended for anyone who suffers from claustrophobia.
- We only pick up from hotels and accommodations located within the Old City of Chiang Mai or directly next to the Old City walls. If your hotel or accommodation is outside this area, you are required to meet the group in front of the Burger King at Thapae Gate (the eastern gate of the Old City) in Chiang Mai.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.