Northern Mountains Trek
Chiang Mai → Doi Inthanon → Mae Hong Son
Trip Overview
Trek through hill tribe villages, cloud forests, and Thailand's highest peak in this mountain adventure.
Highlights
Regions Covered
Estimated Costs
*Estimates per person, excluding international flights
Best Season
November - February
Difficulty
active
Duration
6 Days
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Chiang Mai Arrival
Chiang Mai
Morning
Arrive in Chiang Mai
Afternoon
Prepare for trek, gear check
Evening
Old City exploration, Khao Soi dinner
Doi Inthanon Trek
Doi Inthanon
Morning
Drive to Doi Inthanon National Park
Afternoon
Summit Thailand's highest peak, twin pagodas
Evening
Waterfall hikes, village homestay
Hill Tribe Experience
Mountain villages
Morning
Learn about Karen culture
Afternoon
Jungle trekking to next village
Evening
Traditional dinner, cultural exchange
Mae Hong Son Loop
Mae Hong Son
Morning
Continue trek or drive scenic Mae Hong Son loop
Afternoon
Arrive Mae Hong Son, lake temple
Evening
Walking street market
Pai Adventures
Pai
Morning
Drive to Pai (3 hrs of curves)
Afternoon
Pai Canyon sunset hike
Evening
Pai Walking Street, live music
Return to Chiang Mai
Chiang Mai
Morning
Hot springs, Mor Paeng waterfall
Afternoon
Scenic drive back to Chiang Mai
Evening
Depart
Packing Tips
- Warm layers for mountains
- Trekking boots
- Rain jacket
- Headlamp
- Small gifts for homestay hosts
Pro Tips
- Hill tribe homestays are authentic experiences
- Pai is worth the winding drive
- November-February has the best weather
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