Distance
160 km
Duration
1 day
Climb
1,100 m
Chiang Rai Golden Triangle Circuit.
A day loop from Chiang Rai to the Golden Triangle — where Thailand, Myanmar, and Laos meet at the Mekong River. The route passes Doi Tung Royal Project (reforestation replacing opium fields), tea plantations at Doi Mae Salong, and the hall of opium museum at Sop Ruak.
Quick facts
SurfacePaved
Distance160 km
Days1
Total climb1,100 m
DifficultyEasy
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The route.
Chiang RaiStart · Start in Chiang Rai. The White Temple (Wat Rong Khun) just south of town is one of Thailand's most extraordinary modern temples.
Doi Tung Royal ProjectScenic Point · Highland gardens and reforestation project replacing the former opium fields. The Royal Villa sits in cool mountain gardens at 1,500m.
Mae Salong Tea PlantationsScenic Point · Yunnan-Chinese village at 1,300m, its hillsides terraced with tea. Oolong and green tea for sale from every shop.
Golden TrianglePhoto Spot · Where Thailand, Myanmar, and Laos converge at the Mekong. Dramatic river views. The Hall of Opium museum is first-rate.
Chiang Saen RuinsScenic Point · Ancient Lanna Kingdom walled city on the Mekong bank, 14th century. Scattered ruins in a quiet park.
Chiang KhongEnd · End in Chiang Khong on the Mekong. The Friendship Bridge across to Laos (Houayxai) is visible. Return to Chiang Rai via Route 1020.
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