6 Days Thailand Temple Tour to Bangkok & Chiang Rai

Your Thailand Temple tour 6 days begins with a visit to Bangkok. The driver will pick you up at the airport and escort you to your hotel downtown. After resting, you are free to explore Bangkok in the afternoon. Dubbed a shopping paradise with famous street snacks, Bangkok will bring you many new experiences. You can visit Chinatown to taste delicious street food or you can spend your time shopping at Siam Paragon, one of Bangkok’s biggest and most famous shopping centers.

Siam Paragon – The most famous shopping centers in Bangkok

If you have come to Thailand on the weekend, don’t miss Chatuchak Market, one of the largest outdoor markets in the world with more than 15,000 stalls. Besides, you can also sign up for a kickboxing match, traditional puppet shows, or modern art exhibition at Warehouse 30. And don’t forget to wrap up your day with a traditional Thai massage.

Warehouse 30 – Hidden Gem in Bangkok

The 2nd day of the Thailand Temple 6 days tour starts with a hearty breakfast and prepares to spend all day exploring the most remarkable landmarks of Bangkok. Your guide will pick you up at your hotel lobby and start moving to Wat Traimit to admire the famous Golden Buddha. Head to Wat Pho to admire its architectural beauty and see a giant reclining Buddha, one of the most striking monuments in Thailand.

Wat Traimit – Temple of Golden Buddha

After visiting the temples, we will move to the Royal Grand Palace, the Coronation Hall, the Funeral Hall, and the famous Emerald Buddha. The Grand Palace is the most famous landmark in Bangkok, it has been the residence of the royal family since 1782 and is still used to organize important royal events.

The Grand Palace in Bangkok

Enjoy a traditional Thai lunch at a local restaurant. The exploration of the capital continues with a long-tail boat ride and cruise along the canal to see typical Thai houses and rural life. Wrap up your day with a short visit to Wat Arun (Temple of Dawn) and then return to your hotel for rest.

The 3rd day of the Thailand tour will begin with a 1.5-hour drive from Bangkok to the UNESCO World Heritage city of Ayutthaya. Along the way, you can enjoy the fresh air of the countryside and the lush rice fields waiting for the harvest. Upon arrival in Ayutthaya, you’ll spend the morning exploring the Bang Pa-In Summer Palace, the magnificent residence of the Thai royal family. Then continue to move by cable car across the river to visit Wat Niwet Thammaprawat, one of the Buddhist temples with outstanding architecture with Gothic style and stained-glass windows.

Bang Pa-In – World Heritage Site of Thailand

Your journey continues with a long-tail boat cruise to explore the temples and ruins around the city. Have lunch at a local restaurant, then you continue to other highlights of the city, such as Wat Yai Chaimongkol and Wat Mahathat or Wat Phra Srisanphet. After visiting Ayutthaya’s famous temple sites, you’ll stop by the town’s Muslim Quarter to sample local delicacies such as candy floss roti. At the end of the day, you’ll return to Bangkok hotel by private car. This is also a last night staying in Bangkok in Thailand Temple 6 days tour.

After 3 nice days in Bangkok, you will continue the Thailand Temple 6 days tour by flight to the north, Chiang Rai. The driver will pick you up at the airport and transfer you to your accommodation. After completing the check-in procedure, you will be free to explore the city for the day. You can walk around the neighborhood, enjoying the colorful, authentic atmosphere of this town. Capture memorable images at the clock tower in the town center and the newest temple in Chiang Rai, the Blue Temple. Because of its recent construction, this site is still less known than the White Temple, but its brilliant facade makes it a must-see addition to the city.

Blue Temple in Chiang Rai

If you want to learn more about the local culture, you can visit the Hill Tribe Museum to experience the quaint, nostalgic atmosphere of the old house in the city. In the evening, don’t miss the Night Market in Chiang Rai to enjoy exotic street food and buy local souvenirs for loved ones at an extremely reasonable price.

The 5th day of the Thailand tour will start earlier, as you’ll be picked up from your hotel before traveling two hours north to the area known as the Golden Triangle. Upon arrival, you’ll get to see firsthand where the borders of Thailand, Laos, and Myanmar meet as you walk along the Mekong River. Visit the Opium Museum, where you’ll get an in-depth look at the history of the opium industry in northern Thailand.

Golden Triangle – Famous destination of Chiang Rai

After lunch, you will return to the hotel, and the afternoon will be free time to explore. You have plenty of activities to choose such as visiting the Baan Dam, or the “Black House“, this complex consists of 15 buildings designed by artist Thawan Duchanee that house a collection of stuffed animals abundant. Or, you can cool off after a long day of traveling with a dip in the water or simply relax on Chiang Rai River Beach.

The last day of the Thailand tour closes with another adventure to Wat Rong Khun, commonly known as the “White Temple“. This modern and controversial temple was built in 1997 by local artist Chalermchai Kositpipa. The striking all-white exterior is the least shocking aspect of this architectural treasure. Here, you will begin your journey to explore the temple by crossing a bridge built over a pit with reaching arms, symbolizing souls rising from hell. This is one of the most prominent works of the White Temple, attracting not only domestic people as well as foreigners when visiting Thailand.

White Temple in Chiang Rai

Then, you will have a traditional lunch and transfer to Chiang Rai Airport according to your departure schedule. End of 6 days in Thailand with a safe flight and many amazing memories.