Travel to the North of Thailand in an unusual way, go off the famous route for tourists, and discover the north like a local using the famous tuk-tuk. The journey starts in Chiang Mai, you will ride through small villages, rice fields, and tea plantations. Visit a local elephant camp and float on a bamboo raft on the rivers of Mae Wang then hike in Mae Klang Luang. End your Northern Thailand 8 days adventure with an evening full of delicious Thai street food in Chiang Mai.
Arrive in Chiang Mai. Your 8 days in Thailand start now! A driver will wait for you at the airport to take you to your hotel. Take the rest of the day to relax as you please. You can visit San Kamphaeng Road, also known as the “Handicraft Highway,” and see lots of local crafts, including pottery and silver products. In the evening, the Night Bazaar on Chang Klan Road is an option for shopping and enjoying delicious food.
Chiang Mai at Night
For relaxation, try San Kamphaeng Hot Springs, come to soak in the mineral baths, and enjoy the beautiful scenery. Or, if you’re into adventure, head to Bua Tong National Park, for a hike in the jungle and climb up the “sticky waterfalls”.
Included: Private transport, Accommodation, English-speaking guide.
Ensure your 8 days in Thailand are unforgettable. Today you will head to Mae Wang. Enjoy the beautiful views along the way with rice fields, and tea plantations, etc. First, check-in at your hotel and have a traditional Thai lunch. Later, hop in a tuk-tuk to reach a mountain temple for a blessing from the Buddhist monk.
Tea plantations in Chiang Mai
In the evening, taste the local specialties at one of the best restaurants in town.
Included: Private transport, Accommodation, English-speaking guide, Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner.
Your tuk-tuk and guide will take you to a rural, rarely-visited temple, then visit a small elephant camp that is not designed for groups of tourists.
The Elephant Camp
At the elephant camp, you’ll learn the history of the elephants and how the locals take care of these animals. After lunch, spend some time with the elephants and feed them and walk with these pachyderms to the local river for a bath. After the elephant camp, take a bamboo raft and embrace the beautiful nature around.
Return to your accommodation as your dinner awaits.
Included: Private transport, Accommodation, English-speaking guide, entrance fee, Meals: Breakfast, dinner.
Today may be the most beautiful ride of your 8 days in Thailand. Your guide and tuk-tuk will take you through beautiful roads with scenic views along the way.
Rice Fields in Mae Klang Luang
At noon, you’ll arrive at Mae Klang Luang village. Enjoy lunch and then travel to the highest point in Thailand, Doh Inthanon using a mountain taxi. Tonight is a traditional Thai barbecue feast overlooking the rice fields.
Included: Private transport, Accommodation, English-speaking guide, Meals: Breakfast, dinner.
Today you will hike through the forests, rice terraces, waterfalls, and local villages, most of the trek will be flat or slightly downhill. Your guide will teach you about the surrounding areas’ people, culture, and wildlife along the way. Rest for a picnic lunch.
Mae Klang Luang Waterfall
Return to the village for some local coffee. You’ll return to the resort by mid-afternoon and have dinner in the village.
Coming to your last days of this 8 days journey in Thailand. A private driver will take you back to Chiang Mai. After you’ve checked in, in the evening, discover the city’s lively markets and stalls, and have a taste of authentic northern Thailand street foods.
Street Foods in Chiang Mai
Leave the busy market behind and come into a small nearby alley leading to a sleepier residential area for refreshing drinks. After the tour, you can return to your hotel or continue exploring.
Included: Private transport, Accommodation, English-speaking guide, Meals: Breakfast.
Spend one of your 8 days adventure in Thailand to see the attractions of Chiang Mai. Today, you will leave early with your guide for Doi Suthep Mountain, buy offerings and join the locals during the daily almsgiving ceremony. Continue up the mountain to Wat Doi Suthep. You will climb the Golden Naga staircase to reach the temple. Then, discover Wat Palad, a part of Chiang Mai’s history at 650 years old.
Wat Phra That Doi Suthep
Continue to Wat Umong, come into the temple’s viharn (shrine) to have a private blessing ceremony. For lunch, the famous khao soy awaits. In the afternoon, visit the Three Kings Monument, and the Chiang Mai City Arts and Culture Center.
Included: Private transport, Accommodation, English-speaking guide, Entrance fee, Meals: Breakfast, lunch.
It’s the end of your 8 days tour. At the assigned time, your driver will be ready to transfer you to the airport in Chiang Mai for your departing flight. End of Northern Thailand 8 days tour and Goodbye!
Included: Private transport, Accommodation, English-speaking guide, Meals: Breakfast.
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