Northern Thailand Tuk Tuk Adventure
Travel through northern Thailand by tuk tuk, following mountain roads, rural communities and national park scenery between Chiang Mai, Mae Wang, Doi Inthanon, Mae Sariang, Mae Hong Son and Pai. The trip includes driver training at the start, then a guided route with support vehicle assistance for luggage and spare parts. Most days are spent on the road, with regular stops for viewpoints, local food, temples and village visits. Some sections are driven in convoy, and some days are set aside for walking or independent time. An International Driving Permit with a Category A stamp is required for anyone who plans to drive a tuk tuk. Travellers without that endorsement cannot drive.
Key details
11 days
10 nights
Route
Thailand
Tour type
Small groups
Available departures
Dates available
Duration
11 days
Style
Small groups
Route
Chiang Mai, Mae Wang, Doi Inthanon, Mae Sariang, Mae Hong Son, Pai
Driving requirement
International Driving Permit with Category A stamp
Highlights
- Multi-day tour
- Road Trip & Self-Drive
- Adventure & Adrenaline
- Family
Itinerary
- 1
Mae Wang
Arrival, training and temple blessing
Transfer from Chiang Mai to Mae Wang, check in at base camp, share lunch, then begin tuk tuk training and a first test drive to a remote hillside temple for a blessing.Lunch, dinner - 2
Mae Wang
Rural roads and elephant home visit
Continue driving through small rural roads and communities, stop at a viewpoint, and travel to an elephant home that focuses on learning about elephants in a respectful setting.Breakfast, lunch, dinner - 3
Doi Inthanon
Drive to Doi Inthanon
Set off early for the climb toward Thailand's highest mountain, passing switchbacks, hill tribe villages and national park scenery before reaching the overnight stop near the mountain.Breakfast, lunch, dinner
The itinerary is for reference and may vary by selected departure.
What's included
- Accommodation throughout the trip
- Guided touring with local drivers and support
- Most meals during the adventure
- All activities listed in the itinerary
- National park entry fees
- Water during the trip
- Support vehicle for luggage and spare parts
- Transfers between Chiang Mai city and the starting and ending point
- Tuk tuk training and road support
What's not included
- International flights
- Domestic flights
- Travel insurance
- International Driving Permit with Category A stamp
- Meals not mentioned in the itinerary
- Alcoholic drinks
- Snacks and soft drinks not mentioned in the itinerary
- Tips for guides and drivers
Dates & availability
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Upcoming departures
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Flexibility
Flights, extra nights and private experiences can be added before confirmation.
Before you go
Your final itinerary, documents and local contacts will be available in My Kata.