Itinerary
- Day 1
Bangkok to Phitsanulok
Your pickup happens at 6:45 am, so you'll start early. First stop is the Summer Palace of Rama V in Bang Pa-In, where you can see the royal residence and its grounds. After that, you'll head to Ayutthaya to check out several ancient temples including Wat Yai Chaimongkhon, Wat Mahathat, and Wat Phanan Choeng, each with their own character and historical significance. Lunch comes in Chai Nat before driving on to Phitsanulok for the night, giving you time to settle in.
- Meals
- Lunch (Lunch at a restaurant in Chai Nat)
Included Activities
- Visit Bang Pa-In Summer Palace
- Explore Wat Yai Chaimongkhon in Ayutthaya Historical Park
- Explore Wat Mahathat in Ayutthaya Historical Park
- Explore Wat Phanan Choeng in Ayutthaya Historical Park
- Orientation tour of Phitsanulok
Landmarks/POIs Bang Pa-In Summer Palace Wat Yai Chaimongkhon Wat Mahathat Wat Phanan Choeng Ayutthaya Historical Park - Day 2
Phitsanulok to Lampang
After breakfast, you'll head to Wat Phra Si Rattana Mahathat and join locals for morning prayers. Then it's on to Sukhothai and its UNESCO-listed Historical Park where you can walk through the ruins and see Buddha statues from centuries past. Later in the day, you'll travel to Si Satchanalai and cross the wooden suspension bridge before visiting another Wat Phra Si Rattana Mahathat in that area. The day wraps up in Lampang where you'll have your accommodation.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast at the hotel), Lunch (Lunch en route at a local restaurant)
Included Activities
- Join morning prayers and offerings at Wat Phra Si Rattana Mahathat
- Explore Sukhothai Historical Park
- Explore Si Satchanalai ruins and temples
- Cross wooden suspension bridge to Wat Phra Si Rattana Mahathat
Landmarks/POIs Wat Phra Si Rattana Mahathat Sukhothai Historical Park Si Satchanalai - Day 3
Lampang to Chiang Rai
You'll check out Wat Phra That Lampang Luang after breakfast, then head north with a coffee break at Phayao Lake to stretch your legs. Next comes Wat Rong Khun, the all-white temple that's quite distinctive, and you'll arrive in Chiang Rai by lunchtime. The afternoon takes you to the Golden Triangle where Thailand, Laos, and Myanmar meet, including a boat trip around the area and a stop at Don Sao Island in Laos. You'll finish with a visit to the 212 House of Opium.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast at the hotel), Lunch (Lunch in Chiang Rai)
Included Activities
- Explore Wat Phra That Lampang Luang
- Visit Wat Rong Khun
- Boat trip around the Golden Triangle
- Stop at Don Sao Island
- Visit 212 House of Opium
Landmarks/POIs Wat Phra That Lampang Luang Phayao Lake Wat Rong Khun Golden Triangle Don Sao Island 212 House of Opium - Day 4
Chiang Rai to Chiang Mai
Starting early, you'll walk through the vibrant Chiang Rai morning market to see local life in action. A quick visit to Wat Phra Kaew temple follows, then you'll spend time at the Hill Tribe Museum and Education Centre learning about mountain peoples and their traditions. After lunch in Tha Ton, you'll head to Chiang Mai and climb up to Wat Phra That Doi Suthep, one of Thailand's most important temples with views over the city.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast at the hotel), Lunch (Lunch in Tha Ton)
Included Activities
- Visit Chiang Rai morning market
- Visit Wat Phra Kaew
- Explore Hill Tribe Museum and Education Centre
- Visit Wat Phra That Doi Suthep
Optional Activities
- Cable car to Wat Phra That Doi Suthep (alternative to 309-step naga staircase)
Landmarks/POIs Chiang Rai Morning Market Wat Phra Kaew Hill Tribe Museum and Education Centre Wat Phra That Doi Suthep - Day 5
Chiang Mai
Following breakfast, you'll tour the Elephant Poopoopaper Park for an eco-friendly look at how paper gets made from elephant dung through different pavilions. Next is the Queen Sirikit Botanical Garden where you can walk the Banana Avenue, check out the Tropical Rainforest house, and see the Orchid House. If you're up for it, you'll try Thailand's longest canopy walkway. Lunch happens at a local restaurant, then you'll visit Baan Tipmanee woodworking shop, and if interested, there's a khan toke dinner available in the evening.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast at the hotel), Lunch (Lunch at a local restaurant)
Included Activities
- Elephant Poopoopaper Park interpretive walking tour
- Queen Sirikit Botanical Garden tour
- Canopy walkway at Queen Sirikit Botanical Garden
- Baan Tipmanee woodworking shop visit
Optional Activities
- Khan toke dinner in the evening
Landmarks/POIs Elephant Poopoopaper Park Queen Sirikit Botanical Garden Baan Tipmanee Woodworking Shop - Day 6
Chiang Mai
After a relaxed breakfast at your hotel, you have the day to explore Chiang Mai on your own terms. The city's called the Rose of the North and has plenty of green spaces and things to see if you want to wander around. Your transfer to Chiang Mai Airport is taken care of, so you can head out at whatever time works for your flight.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast at the hotel)
Optional Activities
- Self-guided exploration of Chiang Mai attractions
