Chiang Rai Akha Village Private Tour Cooking and Embroidery

4 hours Private tour

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About this activity

Explore Hloyo Akha Village in the mountains of Doi Mae Salong and experience Akha culture through food, nature, language, and traditional handicrafts. Spend time with the local community as you learn about the village's history and practice simple Akha greetings before trekking through the surrounding hills and gardens. Discover local herbs, fruits, agriculture, and the natural landscapes around the village, gaining a closer understanding of everyday Akha life.

Get hands-on during an Akha cooking class, where you'll learn how local ingredients are prepared and used in traditional recipes. You'll also create an Akha bracelet in a handicraft workshop, giving you a meaningful handmade souvenir connected to local beliefs and traditions. Finish with an Akha-style Khantoke lunch featuring community cuisine and local ingredients. This experience is ideal for culture lovers, food enthusiasts, nature seekers, and adventurous travelers.

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At a glance

Duration: 4 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English
Operated by: Local Alike

Ages: Adults (13–80 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Travel insurance
Included: Activities as indicated in the program
Included: Meals as specified in the itinerary
Included: Professional tour guide service / Local guide

Not included

Not included: Personal expenses
Not included: Foods and drinks which are not mentioned in the itinerary

Itinerary

Doi Mae Salong

Passing by

Meet up in Doi Mae Salong district.
Doi Mae Salong

one hour

Arrive at Hloyo community listen to the village history and learn traditional Akha language. Trek through the hills and garden around the village. Learn about local herbs, fruits as well as see the beauty of nature in the forest and admire the beautiful scenery.
Doi Mae Salong

30 min

Learn how to prepare raw ingredients and how to cook using local recipe in Hloyo Akha’s cooking class.
Doi Mae Salong

one hour

Have lunch in Akha’s Khantoke style.
Doi Mae Salong

one hour

Hands-on handicrafts workshop. Learn how to make Akha bracelet a decoration of belief and wealth for your souvenir.
Chiang Rai

Passing by

Bid farewell to the community and return to Chiang Rai town.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

The specific meeting point and exact location details will be re-confirmed with you prior to the tour date via email or WhatsApp. Please ensure your contact details are accurate when booking.

End point

The specific meeting point and exact location details will be re-confirmed with you prior to the tour date via email or WhatsApp. Please ensure your contact details are accurate when booking.

Cancellation

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