Kyaing Tong Hill Tribes Trek – 4 Days (Group Tour)
Tour Details
The eastern Shan State and particularly environs of Keng Tung has perhaps the richest diversity of ethnic minorities in all Myanmar. Many communities still maintain their unique characteristics, traditions and beliefs.
Keng Tung or Kyaing Tong as some call it is the perfect hub for treks and hikes to regions hill tribe villages. For the time being the only accommodations are in town so you will enjoy daily outings to different ethnic minorities villages. The treks and hikes duration and distance are adapted to guests fitness level and desired challenge.
Highlights
- Tribal villages of North Eastern Shan state
- Kyaing Tong town
- Local festivals
- Meeting locals
Duration: 4 Days / 3 Nights
Trip type: Hiking tour, adventure
Destinations: Kyaing Tong (Keng Tung)
Grading: Easy to moderate. Suitable for all ages
Tour price: On request
Group Departures: 8 Oct, 17 Oct, 26 Oct, 5 Nov, 14 Nov, 23 Nov, 10 Dec, 19 Dec, 28 Dec, 7 Jan, 16 Jan, 25 Jan, 4 Feb, 13 Feb, 22 Feb, 4 Mar, 13 Mar, 22 Mar
Group Size: Minimum 2 pax, Maximum 10 pax
Starts: in Kyaing Tong
Ends: in Kyaing Tong
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Itinerary
Day 1ARRIVAL AND EXPLORE KYAING TONG
Arrival in Kyaing Tong and transfer to your hotel. This afternoon wonder around the downtown and lake and get a feel of this eastern Shan town. Pass by the Saobwa Shan chieftains house and visit the old Wat Pha Jao Lung temple and the Khun Shan monastery of Wat Zom Kham which are considered the most beautiful in town.
Meals included: –
Overnight stay: Hotel in Kyaing Tong
Day 2KYIANG TONG TREKKING
Start this day with morning visit to the bustling Kyaing Tong main market where colorful minority people come for trading. Continue with approx. 1 ½ hours drive to Loi Mwe, a town situated on a mountain plateau. On the way we stop at Wa village of Naung Cho known as the birth place of one of the earliest ethnic tribes of Shan country. In Loi Moi visit the Old Catholic church built by the Italian mission early in the 19th century and see some of the colonial houses built as summer residences during the British colonial era. Then drive to Ho Latt, Akha village. Continue on foot to the villages of the surrounding region and visit the unique Akha and Pang Wai Lahu ethnic minorities at a comfortable pace. Walking time can be adjusted to your strength and be between 2 to 6 hours, this number also depending on villages visited. In the afternoon, drive back to Kyaing Tong.
Meals included: Breakfast at hotel
Overnight stay: Hotel in Kyaing Tong
Day 3EXCURSION & TREKKING IN WAN NYET
After breakfast embark on drive to Wan Nyet village for about one and half hours north of Keng Tong. Trekking to villages in Wan Nyet surroundings, visit old Shan monastery, bamboo forest and scenic landscape. Return back to Kyiang Tong town late afternoon.
Meals included: Breakfast at hotel, packed lunch
Overnight stay: Hotel in Kyaing Tong
Day 4KYAING TONG DEPARTURE
Morning time to visit noodle makers shop and lone tree hill before transfer to airport to connect to your onward departure flight or transfer to the border.
Meals included: Breakfast at hotel
OUR RECOMMENDED ACCOMMODATIONS IN KYIANG TONG
Keng Tung Princess 2-3*
Conveniently located family owned Keng Tung Princess hotel is located near the main market / bazaar area. For many years it was the best hotel in town and is still hanging on to old legacy. With friendly service and informal atmosphere and comfortable rooms the hotel is good choice individual and group travelers.
Amazing Kyaing Tong 3*
The largest and best hotel in town overlooking the Nang Tong Lake. Amazing Kyaing Tong hotel is former government hotel which has been upgraded and renovated recently and is currently managed by Amazing hotel group. The hotel offers comfortable rooms and spacious dining facilities.
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