Weekend Escape to Chiang Rai: Temples, Culture, and Nature
βCross-Popup City Event
βCo-organized by The Mu Chiang Mai and HerDAO Tech City
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βπ Dates: October 26-27, 2024
βπ Location: Chiang Rai, Thailand
βπ Departure: 7:30 AM, Saturday, October 26, 2024, from Chiang Mai
βπ Return: 7:00 PM, Sunday, October 27, 2024, to Chiang Mai
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βWeβre excited to invite you to a special Cross-Popup City event, co-hosted by The Mu Chiang Mai and HerDAO Tech City. This weekend getaway to Chiang Rai is open to all Popup City communities, offering an adventure packed with Chiang Raiβs stunning temples, vibrant culture, and serene natural landscapes. Itβs the perfect combination of exploration, relaxation, and fun! ππ
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βHow Are We Going? πποΈπ
βWeβve got 3 exciting travel options for you to choose from:
βΒ β’ Van : π Hop in one of the vans with us! Weβll fit 7 people per van, drive ourselves, and have fun singing and laughing all the way to Chiang Rai. πΆπ
βΒ β’ Motorcycle Madness: ποΈ If two wheels are more your style, ride your motorcycle and follow the van convoy. Itβll feel like a wild group of friends taking on the open road! π€π¨
βΒ β’ Bus Bliss: π Prefer some extra rest? Hop on the bus, relax, and arrive refreshedβthough maybe with a little less adventure than the others! π΄π
ββ οΈ Important Notice:
βIf you plan to join via van, please make your payment by Thursday, between 2:00 PM and 5:00 PM, at The Punspace coworking space. Pricing will be announced shortly. Seats are limited and will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis, depending on driver availability.
Weβre going to create a group where we can share all the details and stay connected for this trip! ππ Letβs make it fun and easy to plan together! ππ
βEvent Itinerary πΊοΈ
βDay 1 - Saturday, October 26, 2024 π
βΒ β’ 7:30 AM: Departure from Chiang Mai (by bus) π
βΒ β’ 9:00 AM: Departure in vans and on motorcycles πποΈ (if everyoneβs on time, fingers crossed! π€)
βΒ β’ 11:15 AM: Arrival in Chiang Rai by bus (Vans and motorcycles will arrive if weβre on schedule, haha! π)
βΒ β’ 11:30 AM: π½οΈ Lunch and group meet-up
βΒ β’ 1:00 PM: Check-in at accommodation ποΈ (Self booked!)
βΒ β’ 2:00 PM: Visit to the White Temple (Wat Rong Khun) β a modern architectural marvel ποΈ (Ticket Cost: THB 100)
βΒ β’ 4:00 PM: Visit to the Blue Temple (Wat Rong Suea Ten) β famous for its vivid colors and detailed interior π¨
βΒ β’ 6:00 PM: Dinner at the Chiang Rai Night Market β enjoy local cuisine π and the lively night market atmosphere π
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βDay 2 - Sunday, October 27, 2024 π
βΒ β’ 8:30 AM: Visit to the Black House (Baan Dam Museum) β an artistic contrast to the White Temple π€ποΈ (1-2 hours)
βΒ β’ 10:30 AM: Visit the Golden Triangle β where Thailand, Laos, and Myanmar meet π. Optional boat rides on the Mekong River π€ and a visit to the Hall of Opium Museum π (2 hours)
βΒ β’ 12:30 PM: Lunch in the Golden Triangle area π½οΈ
βΒ β’ 1:30 PM: Scenic hike at Phu Chi Dao π₯Ύπ (2 hours)
βΒ β’ 3:30 PM: Return to Chiang Rai π
βΒ β’ 5:30 PM: Depart Chiang Rai for Chiang Mai π
βΒ β’ 7:00 PM: Arrival in Chiang Mai π
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βPricing Information: πΈ
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βThe total cost for transportation, accommodation, and activities will be shared among participants. Estimated cost: THB 2,500 per person.
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βWhat to Bring: π
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βΒ β’ π Comfortable walking shoes
βΒ β’ πΆοΈ Sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat
βΒ β’ π₯€ Snacks and water
βΒ β’ π· A camera to capture the beauty of Chiang Raiβs temples and landscapes
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βStay tuned as we finalize the details. Join us for an unforgettable weekend of discovery, connection, and fun in Chiang Rai! πβ¨
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βLocation:
βChiang Rai, Thailand
βπ Departure from Chiang Mai: 7:30 AM, Saturday, October 26, 2024
βπ Return to Chiang Mai: 7:00 PM, Sunday, October 27, 2024