Tucked away in the scenic mountain valley close to the Thai border, Kengtung’s culture resembles those of the Mekong rather than Myanmar. This 4-day trekking tour in Keng Tung will give you different feelings about people and scenes of this beautiful country. Be considered as one of the remote areas of Myanmar and famous for its minorities and majorities as well as temples and colonial buildings, Kyaingtong now is one of the tourist attractions of Shan State.
Destination: Kengtung
Tucked away in the scenic mountain valley close to the Thai border, Kengtung’s culture resembles those of the Mekong rather than Myanmar. This 4-day trekking tour in Keng Tung will give you different feelings about people and scenes of this beautiful country. Be considered as one of the remote areas of Myanmar and famous for its minorities and majorities as well as temples and colonial buildings, Kyaingtong now is one of the tourist attractions of Shan State.
B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner, G=Guide
Day 1: Kengtung arrival (G)
Upon your arrival in Kengtung, your locally based guide will transfer you to your hotel. After freshening up, go with your guide for an exploration of the city streets, lake, teashops and the Maha Myat Muni Pagoda.
Overnight in Kengtung.
Day 2: Kengtung (B, L, G)
In the morning, you’ll stroll through the bustling local market and observe the peddling of wares by the minority hill tribes in their colorful traditional costumes. We will then bring you on a trek to Hwe Lon, an Akha minority village where you can interact with the villagers to learn their customs and habits. After lunch, discover the Ann minority tribe known for its black dress and teeth stained black from chewing betel nuts. A stop at Lone Tree Hill will offer you a panoramic view of Kengtung. Overnight in Kengtung.
Day 3: Kengtung trekking (B, L, G)
Today, we will take you on a further exploration of the area as we scale the rugged terrain to various villages. Head to Wan Nyat, a unique settlement whose inhabitants are Loi people living in long houses. If you wish, you can continue to Wang Seng, another Loi village featuring a large monastery. Return along the trekking trail to your car and drive back to Kengtung, arriving in the late afternoon.
Overnight in Kengtung.
Day 4: Kengtung departure (B, G)
Enjoy the day at your own leisure. If possible, we will bring you to witness Shan lacquer ware production and the trading of buffaloes at the water buffalo market held twice weekly. Then transfer to the Kengtung Airport for your departure flight.
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