7 Days Amazing Nothern Thailand Tour from Bangkok to Chiang Mai
Tour Overview
Join in a wonderful 7-day trip packed with unforgettable experiences and memories of Thailand’s most visited cities. If the bustling capital of Bangkok takes you in the buzzing sence...
Code of Tour: TAD0000028733
Length of Travel: 7 Day
Destinations of Tour: BANGKOK-RATCHABURI-CHIANG MAI
Departure City: Bangkok
Price of Tour: Request
Type of Tour: Private
Features of Tour: Culture tours History tours Winter tours
Join in a wonderful 7-day trip packed with unforgettable experiences and memories of Thailand’s most visited cities. If the bustling capital of Bangkok takes you in the buzzing sence of life surrounding gleaming ancient temples, then the remote northern capital of Chiang Mai will get you closer to the colourful cultures of hilltribe communities, the lively local markets, and the delectable cuisine. With this tour, you will also make a short trip to Chiang Rai to explore the iconic White Temple and Golden Triangle. Let’s pack up your bags and start one of the most memorable weeks you’ll ever have in Thailand.
HIGHLIGHTS OF THIS TOUR
Tour around Bangkok’s famous landmarks: the Royal Grand Palace, the Emerald Buddha, Wat Pho, Wat Arun, and Wat Traimit
See the traditional lifestyle of Thai people at Damnernsaduak Floating Market
Gain a fascinating insight into Thai culture at Rose Garden
Savor a traditional Khantoke dinner with charming Thai dances of hill tribal villagers
Marvel at Wat Prathat Doi Suthep, the most important temple in Chiang Mai
Take a samlor tour around the Old City’s landmarks, local markets and ethnic communities
Explore the popular White Temple and Golden Triangle before boating on Khong River
Visit Akha, Yao and Long Neck hill tribe villages and see their daily life
DAY 1: BANGKOK
Transfer:
Activities: Arrive at Bangkok Airport, Transfer to hotel in city center to check in, Free time to relax
Once you arrive at the Suvarnabhumi International Airport in Bangkok, you will meet our tour guide and driver then then get transferred to your hotel to check in. (Check-in time is at 14:00)
Free time to relax after your flight.
Overnight in Bangkok.
Accommodation: 3 Choices
DAY 2: BANGKOK
Transfer:
Activities: Visit the highlight attractions in Bangkok
After breakfast at hotel, our tour guide and driver will come to your hotel to pick you up for the city tour.
Today we will make Bangkok city tour including the Royal Grand Palace, the Emerald Buddha, Wat Pho – the largest Buddhist temple with its colossal reclining Buddha. Lunch at local restaurant. Then visit take ferry to Wat Arun, locally known as Wat Chaeng, is situated on the west (Thonburi) bank of the Chao Phraya River. It is easily one of the most stunning temples in Bangkok, not only because of its riverside location, but also because the design is very different to the other temples you can visit in Bangkok. Wat Arun (or temple of the dawn) is partly made up of colorfully decorated spires and stands majestically over the water, next visit Wat Traimit, the Temple of the Golden Buddha, the temple is famous for its 900-years old five-and-a-half-ton solid gold image, and then transfer back to hotel.
Overnight in Bangkok
Experiences:
8
Get an insightful and fabulous day touring Bangkok
Welcome to Bangkok – The capital of Thailand. Nothing is better to feel the real life in this city than spending a day touring around Bangkok in a clean and comfortable air conditioned van with our friendly local guide. You will have an amazing day visiting the must-see attraction of Bangkok: Grand Palace, Wat Pho, the Golden Buddha Temple (Wat Traimit) and Chinatown, learn more about history & culture of Thailand’s capital city, taste delicious traditional cuisine.
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Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: 3 Choices
DAY 3: BANGKOK, RATCHABURI
Transfer:
Activities: Visit Damnoen Saduak Floating Market, Enjoy Cultural Show
After breakfast, our tour guide and driver will pick you up from your hotel. Transfer to Ratchaburi Province.
Arrive the pier, and then enjoy the scenery of rural life by long tail speed boat to the floating market. At Damnernsaduak Floating Market almost untouched by the modern world you will enjoy watching the farmers selling food, fruits, flowers and many kind of local products in their boats. Then visit handicraft home industry, next you will transfer to Enjoy “The Thai Village” at Rose Garden where you can see the ceremonies of monk’s ordination, Thai wedding ceremony the displays of sword fighting, kick boxing and flock dancing. Then back to Bangkok, en-route visit “PhraPathomChedi” – Big Buda in NakornPathom.
Overnight in Bangkok.
Experiences:
16
Colorful and exotic experience in Damnoen Saduak Floating Market
Head to Damnoen Saduak Floating Market and get ready for one-of-a-kind experience !!!!!Relaxing in a long boat taking you through the narrow canals, you will see how people learn to live in harmony with the river. It will a lovely experience to buy a meal and fruit from a boat passing by, bargaining for little souvenirs to bring back home.Such a precious collection of colors, sounds and visual sights that you should not miss – All on water
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Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: 3 Choices
DAY 4: BANGKOK, CHIANG MAI
Transfer:
Activities: Fly from Bangkok to Chiang Mai, Free to relax, Enjoy Khantoke Dinner
Breakfast at hotel.
02 hours before your flight: Our drive will transfer you to Bangkok airport for your flight to Chiang Mai.
Upon arrival in Chiang Mai, meet guide and transfer to hotel for check in.
Late afternoon, you will enjoy the super northern Thai dinner with charming Fon-lep (Finger dance), Fon-tein (Candle dance), Ramwong (Candle dance). After Khantoke Dinner, enjoy yourself again by watching shows which are performed by the hill tribes Akha, Yao, Meo, Lisu and Karen.
Overnight in Chiang Mai.
Experiences:
6
Enjoy Traditional Khantoke Dinner and Cultural Show
When in Chiang Mai, don’t miss the opportunity to immerse your self in the Traditional Khantoke Dinner. A dinner accompanied by a “traditional cultural show” sounds a perfect combination. You will taste homemade family style dishes on large platters eaten sitting down on floor mats at low tables while enjoy traditional cultural show, including dance and music performances by several Chiang Mai hill tribes. Dive into the history, diverse background and beauty of the region in the relaxing and fun atmosphere.
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Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: 3 Choices
DAY 5: CHIANG MAI
Transfer:
Activities: Visit some highlights in Chiang Mai
After breakfast at hotel, our tour guide and driver will come to your hotel to pick you up and transfer to the mountain temple of Wat Prathat Doi Suthep, the most famous landmark of Chiang Mai. Its exquisite golden pagoda with 6 kg of pure gold at its peak and the rest plated with gold shines high over the city. The sound of temple bells fills the air, and the view down over the city makes an irresistible photo opportunity.
In the afternoon, start by tricycle (samlor) – un-motorized three-wheeler vehicle around the Old City including a visit of City moats and gates. Stop on the way to visit Three Kings Monument to pay respect to the First King of Chiang Mai, King Mengrai where the histories of Chiang Mai begin. Then visit City Art & Cultural Center (closed on Monday), The former palace of King Kawiroros Suriyavongse). Here learning about every aspect of the city from its pre-history to the present. See how people of different cultural origins and ethnic backgrounds have melted together to form a beautiful local culture that lies at the heart of the magic fascination of Chiang Mai. Continue to visit local market called “Waroros Market”, the lively market in Chiang Mai where you can explore fresh fruits, vegetable, food, necessary items for daily life, etc. Then return to hotel for rest of the day at leisure.
Overnight in Chiang Mai.
Experiences:
6
Doi Suthep Temple – The most sacred temples in Chiang Mai
Located at 15 kilometers from the city of Chiang Mai and situated at an elevation of 1,073 meters, Wat Phra That Doi Suthep is one of northern Thailand’s most sacred temples. From the temple, impressive views of downtown Chiang Mai can be seen. This 14th century temple is filled with beautiful Buddhist shrines and auspicious relics; it is a beautiful example of northern Thai architecture. Visitors must climb 306 steps to reach the temple’s entrance but the views are well worth it! An easier, alternative route is available via a cable car ride to the top of the staircase for who don’t have much time.
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Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: 3 Choices
DAY 6: CHIANG MAI, CHIANG RAI
Transfer:
Activities: Drive to Chiang Rai, Visit White Temple, Golden Triangle, Long Neck hill tribe villages
After breakfast at hotel, our guide and driver will pick you up at your hotel and drive to Chiang Rai. On the way, you will visit a hot spring. Continue driving for 1.5 hours to White Temple (Wat Rongkhun). Then carry on to the three country borders meet which called “Golden Triangle”, take long tail boat on Khong River.
Have lunch at a local restaurant.
After lunch, drive to Maesai, the Thailand & Myanmar border city. Finally, visit the Akha, Yao and Long Neck hill tribe villages on the way back to Chiang Mai.
Overnight in Chiang Mai.
Experiences:
6
Unique White Temple in Chiang Rai
Wat Rong Khun, better known as “the White Temple” is one of the most recognizable temples in Thailand. Designed by Chalermchai Kositpipat, a famous Thai visual artist, the temple is filled with Buddhist symbolisms, from its layout, architecture, all the way to the ornate reliefs and mirror decorations. Wat Rong Khun is a unique temple that stands out through the white color and the use of pieces of glass in the plaster, sparkling in the sun. The white color signifies the purity of the Buddha, while the glass symbolizes the Buddha’s wisdom and the Dhamma, the Buddhist teachings.The temple opens daily from 8am until 6pm.Dress respectfully, take off shoes before entering a temple building are things to keep in mind when visiting any temple in Thailand.
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Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: 3 Choices
DAY 7: CHIANG MAI
Transfer:
Activities: Transfer to Chiang Mai airport for your next flight
Breakfast at hotel. Free time to relax or go shopping.
03 hours before your flight: Our driver will come to your hotel and pick you up to transfer to the airport.
With the sincere thanks for your travel to Thailand and with us, hope that you have enjoyed your Thailand trip and look forward to see you again!
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Meals: Breakfast
INCLUSIONS & EXCLUSIONS
Inclusions
Meals
6 Breakfasts, 4 Lunches
Accommodation
Hotel (6 nights)
Transport
Car, Boating, Flight
Flight
1. Fly from Bangkok to Chiang Mai (1 hour 15 minutes)
Included Services
Accommodation with daily breakfast
Private transport in air-conditioned vehicles
Domestic flights
Local English-speaking guides
Meals as mentioned in itinerary (B: Breakfast, L: Lunch, D: Dinner, N/A: Not Available)
Water on coach
Entrance fees, performances, boat trips & excursions
Exclusions
International flights to/from Thailand
Travel insurance
Visa stamp fees
Early check-in & late check-out surcharge
Personal expenses
Meals not mentioned
Drinks not mentioned
Tips & gratuities for guides and drivers
