Chiang Mai: Artisans and Workshops Cultural Tour
Description
Get inspired by Chiang Mai's proud legacy of craftsmanship. Being the birthplace of Thai handicraft, this half-day tour takes you into San Kamphaeng, the centre of Chiang Mai's most vibrant handicraft district where ordinary daily household and decorative items are crafted, painted and displayed.
Visit factories and galleries of Chiang Mai's most famous forms of handicraft. Watch skilled artists at work in silk weaving houses, umbrella painting studios, woodcarving workshops and celadon ceramic kilns. See artisans creating silverware items, lacquerware and admire intricate details of umbrella painting.
Discover how teak wood is shaped into elegant furniture using traditional tools, and how silver and lacquer techniques are passed down through families. You'll have the chance to buy some of the amazing work directly from makers, each piece a unique memory.
An enriching tour for travelers who appreciate local art and meaningful shopping experiences.
Visit factories and galleries of Chiang Mai's most famous forms of handicraft. Watch skilled artists at work in silk weaving houses, umbrella painting studios, woodcarving workshops and celadon ceramic kilns. See artisans creating silverware items, lacquerware and admire intricate details of umbrella painting.
Discover how teak wood is shaped into elegant furniture using traditional tools, and how silver and lacquer techniques are passed down through families. You'll have the chance to buy some of the amazing work directly from makers, each piece a unique memory.
An enriching tour for travelers who appreciate local art and meaningful shopping experiences.
Included
A half day tour with a professional English-speaking guide.
Transportation by air-conditioned vehicle with professional driver.
All entrance fees for visits as mentioned in the description.
All applicable taxes and service charges
Transportation by air-conditioned vehicle with professional driver.
All entrance fees for visits as mentioned in the description.
All applicable taxes and service charges
Excluded
Personal expenses such as meals, drinks, tips and gratuities, shopping, portage fees
Hotel accommodation in Chiang Mai
Supplements for pick-up/drop-off of customers from resorts outside Chiang Mai city.
Any airline tickets, visa fees, additional transportation cost from and to the general meeting point
Travel insurance coverage for customers (highly recommendable)
Hotel accommodation in Chiang Mai
Supplements for pick-up/drop-off of customers from resorts outside Chiang Mai city.
Any airline tickets, visa fees, additional transportation cost from and to the general meeting point
Travel insurance coverage for customers (highly recommendable)
Know before you go
• Comfortable walking shoes
• Light, breathable clothing
• Sunglasses
• Hat or cap
• High-SPF sunscreen
• Camera
• Cash for souvenirs and optional purchases
Location:
Supplier:
Asian Trails Ltd (Thailand & Vietnam)