2 Days / 1 Night
LNEX2A/ LNEX2P
In a valley surrounded by mountains, a small village in Phrao District is a picturesque setting for this cooking, wellness and cultural trip to Khum Lanna cooking school & home. During your stay, we will take you beyond the kitchen to explore a village market, local workshops and the beautiful countryside of northern Thailand. Phrao is a small, charming and tranquil village with friendly villagers.
Our local chefs, who specialize in Thai cuisine, will teach you how to cook traditional Thai dishes in a simple way. Its open-air kitchen and indoor/outdoor dining areas are set among a beautiful garden. It is ideal for relaxing and rejuvenating your body and mind.
DAY 1 KHUM LANNA
Morning Arrival
10h00: Arrival at Khum Lanna to be greeted by your local host. We will give you a briefing and propose a choice of activities for you to decide how you want to spend the afternoon.
10h30: Khum Lanna’s concept is “Rice for Life”. We will tell you about the history of rice cultivation, the types, the equipment used in the past and the future needs.
Your first cooking lesson is to learn how to cook Thai sticky rice. Then, take a casual walk to our
organic garden where we have a variety of herbs and vegetables commonly used in Thai cooking. You will also have the opportunity to collect and use them in your cooking class.
11h00: You will receive a “Khum Lanna Thai Recipe Book” that includes various Thai recipes with an explanation about health benefits of the herbs used in the recipes. Lunch will include a Thai country style barbecue, served with sticky rice and all the scrumptious dishes to complement.
From 14h00 – 16h00: Choose one of the exciting following (approx. one-hour) activities:
Notes:
A second additional 1-hour activity can be booked at a nominal charge. Alternatively, you are welcome to use our bicycles to explore the surroundings. We will give you a road book of recommended itineraries.
Late afternoon at leisure until the your Thai cooking class begins.
Enjoy the fruits of your labors with a full 4-course sit-down Thai dinner with your host and friends.
Watch a million stars beside a campfire in the garden (arranged during Nov – Feb only)
Overnight at Khum Lanna
DAY 2 KHUM LANNA
05h30: Coffee/tea will be brought to your room for a wake-up call. Get ready for a sunrise biking trip along a rural country road to visit a local fresh market. Then, visit a farmer’s rice and traditional tools shop. Chat with the owner and listen to stories about the rice legends and the different properties of the varieties of rice. Cycle back to Khum Lanna with a stop at Wat Pa, a Buddhist temple revered by the villagers.
On the way back, you will pass a small canal, villagers’ houses and rice fields, giving you a glimpse of local lives.
Upon return, refreshment and a shower before enjoying a Lanna style breakfast.
After breakfast (around 10h00), the program ends.
Morning Arrival
10h00: Arrival at Khum Lanna to be greeted by your local host. We will give you a briefing and propose a choice of activities for you to decide how you want to spend the afternoon.
10h30: Khum Lanna’s concept is “Rice for Life”. We will tell you about the history of rice cultivation, the types, the equipment used in the past and the future needs.
Your first cooking lesson is to learn how to cook Thai sticky rice. Then, take a casual walk to our
organic garden where we have a variety of herbs and vegetables commonly used in Thai cooking. You will also have the opportunity to collect and use them in your cooking class.
11h00: You will receive a “Khum Lanna Thai Recipe Book” that includes various Thai recipes with an explanation about health benefits of the herbs used in the recipes. Lunch will include a Thai country style barbecue, served with sticky rice and all the scrumptious dishes to complement.
From 14h00 – 16h00: Choose one of the exciting following (approx. one-hour) activities:
- A guided biking tour in the countryside around Khum Lanna
- Learn the art of fruit (or vegetable) carving
- A local herbal steam bath to relax and rejuvenate your body
- A therapeutic hot-pressed herbal massage
Notes:
A second additional 1-hour activity can be booked at a nominal charge. Alternatively, you are welcome to use our bicycles to explore the surroundings. We will give you a road book of recommended itineraries.
Late afternoon at leisure until the your Thai cooking class begins.
Enjoy the fruits of your labors with a full 4-course sit-down Thai dinner with your host and friends.
Watch a million stars beside a campfire in the garden (arranged during Nov – Feb only)
Overnight at Khum Lanna
DAY 2 KHUM LANNA
05h30: Coffee/tea will be brought to your room for a wake-up call. Get ready for a sunrise biking trip along a rural country road to visit a local fresh market. Then, visit a farmer’s rice and traditional tools shop. Chat with the owner and listen to stories about the rice legends and the different properties of the varieties of rice. Cycle back to Khum Lanna with a stop at Wat Pa, a Buddhist temple revered by the villagers.
On the way back, you will pass a small canal, villagers’ houses and rice fields, giving you a glimpse of local lives.
Upon return, refreshment and a shower before enjoying a Lanna style breakfast.
After breakfast (around 10h00), the program ends.
DAY 1 KHUM LANNA (D)
Afternoon Arrival
15h00: Arrive at Khum Lanna and be greeted by your local host. We will give you a briefing and propose a choice of activities for the next day. After this, relax at your leisure until a cooking class.
17h30: In this cooking class, you will learn about Thai herbs and cook 4 Thai dishes. You will receive a “Khum Lanna Thai Recipe Book” that includes various delicious Thai recipes and an explanation about health benefits of the herbs commonly used in Thai cooking.
Enjoy the fruits of your labors with a full 4-course sit-down Thai dinner with your host and friends.
Watch a million stars beside a campfire in the garden (arranged during Nov – Feb only). Overnight at Khum Lanna
DAY 2 KHUM LANNA
05h30: Coffee/tea will be brought to your room for a wake-up call. Get ready for a sunrise biking trip along a rural country road to visit a local fresh market. With the help of your guide, you may buy local cookies and the flower garland for the temple offering on the way back.
Then, visit a farmer’s rice and traditional tools shop. Chat with the owner and listen to stories about
the rice legends and the different properties of the varieties of rice. Cycle back to Khum Lanna with a stop at Wat Pa, a Buddhist temple revered by the villagers.
Continue biking along a small canal with a stop at rice fields to learn more about the rice-growing process.
Upon return, refreshment and a shower before enjoying a Lanna style breakfast.
10h00: Khum Lanna’s concept is “Rice for Life”. We will tell you about the history of rice cultivation, the types, the equipment used in the past and the future needs. Try your cooking skill again by learning to cook sticky rice and take a casual walk to our organic garden where we grow a variety of herbs and vegetables.
Lunch will include a country style barbecue, served with sticky rice and all the scrumptious dishes to complement.
Choose one of the exciting following (approx. one-hour) activities during your free time:-
Notes:
A second additional 1-hour activity can be booked at a nominal charge. Alternatively, you are welcome to use our bicycles to explore the surroundings. We will give you a road book of recommended itineraries.
After the activity (around 16h00), the program ends.
Afternoon Arrival
15h00: Arrive at Khum Lanna and be greeted by your local host. We will give you a briefing and propose a choice of activities for the next day. After this, relax at your leisure until a cooking class.
17h30: In this cooking class, you will learn about Thai herbs and cook 4 Thai dishes. You will receive a “Khum Lanna Thai Recipe Book” that includes various delicious Thai recipes and an explanation about health benefits of the herbs commonly used in Thai cooking.
Enjoy the fruits of your labors with a full 4-course sit-down Thai dinner with your host and friends.
Watch a million stars beside a campfire in the garden (arranged during Nov – Feb only). Overnight at Khum Lanna
DAY 2 KHUM LANNA
05h30: Coffee/tea will be brought to your room for a wake-up call. Get ready for a sunrise biking trip along a rural country road to visit a local fresh market. With the help of your guide, you may buy local cookies and the flower garland for the temple offering on the way back.
Then, visit a farmer’s rice and traditional tools shop. Chat with the owner and listen to stories about
the rice legends and the different properties of the varieties of rice. Cycle back to Khum Lanna with a stop at Wat Pa, a Buddhist temple revered by the villagers.
Continue biking along a small canal with a stop at rice fields to learn more about the rice-growing process.
Upon return, refreshment and a shower before enjoying a Lanna style breakfast.
10h00: Khum Lanna’s concept is “Rice for Life”. We will tell you about the history of rice cultivation, the types, the equipment used in the past and the future needs. Try your cooking skill again by learning to cook sticky rice and take a casual walk to our organic garden where we grow a variety of herbs and vegetables.
Lunch will include a country style barbecue, served with sticky rice and all the scrumptious dishes to complement.
Choose one of the exciting following (approx. one-hour) activities during your free time:-
- A guided biking tour in the countryside around Khum Lanna
- Learn the art of fruit (or vegetable) carving
- A local herbal steam bath to relax and rejuvenate your body
- A therapeutic Hot-pressed herbal massage
Notes:
A second additional 1-hour activity can be booked at a nominal charge. Alternatively, you are welcome to use our bicycles to explore the surroundings. We will give you a road book of recommended itineraries.
After the activity (around 16h00), the program ends.
PRICE:
1 Apr 2024 – 31 Oct 2024: 4,126 Baht/adult
1 Nov 2024 – 31 Mar 2025: 4,930 Baht/adult
1 Apr 2025 – 31 Oct 2025: 4,530 Baht/adult
NOTE:
- Minimum 2 persons traveling together
- Child 2 – 12 years sharing parent’s room with a mattress: 75% of adult price
- Infant under 2 years (Free of Charge)
- For biking tour, we recommend a minimum age of 10 years for children
- Weather condition may impose changes in the program or even the cancellation of certain activities
PRICE INCLUDES:
- Join-in activities as mentioned in the program.
- Accommodation in non air-conditioned room with electric fan at Khum Lanna.
- Meals as specified and local coffee at the market.
- A choice of taking a foot massage or an herbal steam bath with herbal compress massage.
PRICE does not include transfer to/from Chiang Mai airport or hotel to Khum Lanna. We can arrange a transfer for you upon request.
CANCELLATION POLICY
- Less than 21 days prior to departure : 25% of the price
- Less than 14 days prior to departure : 50% of the price
- Less than 7 days prior to departure : 75% of the price
- No show : 100% of the price
How to Buy Our Tour Packages
To buy our tour package, you will send an inquiry via an Enquiry form or email: info@khumlanna.com. Then, we will reply to you with a proposal about the package and its price. When you agree with the program and the offer price, we will send you a payment link where you will pay for the tour package through your credit card or money transfer.