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Essential Bangkok to Chiang Mai - 7 days

7 days
From Bangkok to Chiang Mai
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Travelers should be comfortable with somewhat-demanding activities
Guided in English
Group Size 4 - 25
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Bangkok

    Your Thailand adventure starts in Bangkok where you'll meet your group and tour leader, then get settled into your accommodation. Once you check in, hop on a tuk-tuk and head through Bangkok's busy streets to reach a rooftop restaurant where you'll dig into authentic Thai dishes while taking in the city views from above. To wrap up the evening, you can grab a drink at a stylish rooftop bar or head back to rest if you're feeling the jet lag.

    Meals
    Dinner (Dinner & Tuk-Tuk tour (Bangkok) - selection of authentic Thai dishes at rooftop restaurant with panoramic city views)

    Included Activities

    • Tuk-tuk tour through Bangkok streets
    • Dinner at rooftop restaurant with panoramic skyline views

    Optional Activities

    • Drink at stylish rooftop bar
  2. Day 2

    Bangkok to Chiang Mai

    You've got the morning to yourself in Bangkok, though there's an optional temple tour available if you want to visit Wat Pho, Wat Arun, and the Grand Palace in the Old City. Head back to freshen up in the afternoon, then make your way to the train station for an overnight train to Chiang Mai. It's a scenic ride and a good chance to chat with the others in your group and settle into the journey.

    Optional Activities

    • Temple tour of Old City visiting Wat Pho, Wat Arun, and Grand Palace
    Landmarks
    Wat Pho
    Wat Arun
    Grand Palace
    Itinerary Image 1
  3. Day 3

    Chiang Mai

    You'll arrive in Chiang Mai this morning and get picked up at the station by your local guide. Stop for breakfast to get some fuel in you, then head out to your homestay in the countryside. After you settle in and have a home-cooked lunch, lace up your hiking boots for an afternoon jungle trek. The hike runs about 4 to 6 km and takes roughly two hours at a relaxed pace, with a waterfall stop to cool off before heading back to the homestay for dinner.

    Meals
    Lunch (Home-cooked lunch at homestay), Dinner (Dinner at homestay)

    Included Activities

    • Jungle trek (4–6 km, approximately 2 hours) with waterfall stop
    • Home-cooked lunch at homestay
    • Dinner at homestay

    Optional Activities

    • Breakfast (not included - available for purchase)
  4. Day 4

    Chiang Mai

    After breakfast, you'll head to Chang Chill Elephant Park to experience an ethical sanctuary where you walk through the forest with a guide, learn about how elephants behave and the conservation work happening there, and watch them in their natural environment. Grab some refreshments and lunch by the river, then check into your Chiang Mai hostel in the late afternoon. There's an optional Thai cooking class available, and if you're interested, you can catch an exciting Muay Thai show this evening.

    Meals
    Lunch (Lunch by the river at Chang Chill Elephant Park)

    Included Activities

    • Visit to Chang Chill Elephant Park with guided forest walk
    • Learn about elephant behaviour and conservation
    • Refreshments and lunch by the river at elephant park

    Optional Activities

    • Thai cooking class (afternoon)
    • Muay Thai show (evening)
    Landmarks
    Chang Chill Elephant Park
  5. Day 5

    Chiang Mai

    Begin with a ride in a traditional red songthaew, then experience a Monk Chat where you'll learn about Thai culture and Buddhism from local monks. You'll also visit more temples in Chiang Mai, including the famous Wat Doi Suthep on a mountaintop with its golden stupa and sweeping views across the city. After returning to the hostel to rest, the afternoon brings an optional adventure to the Sticky Waterfall, about 1.5 hours away, where you can climb its naturally sticky rock formations. Tonight you have the evening free to explore Chiang Mai's nightlife or grab dinner on your own.

    Included Activities

    • Ride in traditional songthaew (red truck)
    • Monk Chat experience
    • Visit to Wat Doi Suthep mountaintop temple with golden stupa and city views

    Optional Activities

    • Optional trip to Sticky Waterfall (approximately 1.5 hours away) with rock climbing
    • Visit to Zoe in Yellow nightclub (directions provided by tour leader, independent travel)
    Landmarks
    Wat Doi Suthep
    Sticky Waterfall
    Zoe in Yellow
  6. Day 6

    Chiang Mai

    Today you're free to explore Chiang Mai however you like. If you want action, try whitewater rafting or tackle another jungle trek through the surrounding hills. Prefer something slower, you can wander around the Old Town checking out local cafes and shops. In the evening, head to the local market to hunt for souvenirs and grab street food, which is a great way to taste regional flavours and see how locals shop.

    Optional Activities

    • Whitewater rafting
    • Jungle trek
    • Explore Old Town with local cafés and shops
    • Visit local market for souvenirs and street food
  7. Day 7

    Chiang Mai

    Check out of the hostel and say goodbye to your travel crew. If you want to stay longer and keep exploring Thailand, the tour operator can help arrange extra accommodation and handle any transfers you need to continue your adventure.

    Optional Activities

    • Extend stay with additional accommodation or transfers (arrangements available through tour operator)
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    · July 23rd, 2025
    Top organized. Top guides.
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    · February 8th, 2024
    Tour was excellent. Guide and driver were very professional. We had a wonderful time fulfilling the trip of a lifetime.
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    · March 4th, 2020
    It was good most of the time, but no one else from the trip went to Phuket
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