| 07:00 hrs | Drive through scenery from Chiang Mai to Pai by mountain road along picturesque scenic routes passes the several beautiful northern mountains and valleys via Mok Fah Waterfall one of the highest waterfalls in Doi Suthep-Doi Pui National Park.
Continue to visit Huay Naam Dung National Park, known for beautiful scenery especially in winter, when breathtaking views of mountains are surrounded under a sea of mist.
Then continue drive on to Pai and made a stop at World War II Memorial Bridge, This Bridge was built in 1942, at that time the Japanese troops chose Pai to be their military base.
Walk up to Pai Canyon: or Kong Lan, the steep cliff has been eroded for a long time ago, creating the 20 meter-deep valley amidst the scenic settings of the red hill of dry dipterocarp and pine forest.
Lunch serve at the local restaurant in Pai Town.
Afternoon sightseeing the main attraction of Pai town; visit to Nam Hu Temple, contain a sacred Buddha image, 24 inches wide at the base and 30 inches high. The image’s topknot can be opened and contained holy water, revered by local folk. Also nearby visit to Ban Santichon, one of the Chinese communities migrated from Yunan, China.
Continue with city walking to visit Klang Temple, the main temple of Pai has a beautiful Shan style chedi and hall stands in the center. It’s surrounded by low Mon Chedis, with Buddha images of the seven days of the week in niches. Then Drive to the hill to enjoy the panoramic view of Pai town at Mae Yen Temple, It’s reported the view is as far as 10 kilometers. There is an interesting old Chedi at the temple and also murals that were painted by a local artist about the previous lives of the Buddha.
Relaxing at Tha Pai Hot Springs, there is a stream running through the hot springs and you can bath in the river.Then transfer back to Chiang Mai.
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