Chiang Rai is the peaceful neighbouring town of Chiang Mai, about 180 km further north. Chiang Rai is a land of outstanding natural beauty, where visitors can visit remote hill tribes, trek in the jungle, and check out the golden triangle, the former center of the world's opium trade. Doi Tung Royal Villa and Mae Fah Luang Garden are among the most famous tourist attractions of Chiang Rai province.
These two places are located on the slopes of Doi Tung Mountain. With an elevation of 1,630 metres above sea level, the mountain is located in Mae Fa Luang District, about 60 km. from Chiang Rai town. To get there, take Highway No.110 for about 48 kilometers and turn left onto Highway No. 1149 and go on for 15 kilometres. The route winds through beautiful scenery with many interesting sites including Doi Tung Royal Villa, Mae Fah Luang Garden, Phra That Doi Tung, and Akha and Musoe tribal villages