Discover the North Chiang Mai · Chiang Rai · Pai · Chiang Dao · Ban Rak Thai · Mae Chaem
Discover the North Thailand
14 days
Duration
Private
Trip type
1,050 €
Person

Where the Mountains Meet the Soul

Discover Northern Thailand in 14 days — bamboo rafting, Mae Kampong village, Chiang Rai’s iconic temples, misty mountains and authentic local experiences

1,050 €
indicative price · per person · private trip
Final price may vary depending on season, number of participants and hotel category


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Day by day

Your itinerary

Day1

Arrival — Chiang Mai

Welcome to Chiang Mai. Transfer to your hotel and enjoy a free day to start connecting with the spirit of the city.

No meals included 99 The Gallery Hotel Chiang Mai
Day2

Chiang Mai City Tour

Begin at Warorot Market, followed by Doi Suthep, Wat Phra That and Wat Umong. Optional 40-minute trekking route to Wat Phra That used by monks as a pilgrimage path.

Breakfast included 99 The Gallery Hotel Chiang Mai
Day3

Mae Kampong Village

Explore Mae Kampong, a peaceful mountain village. Stop at Muang On Cave, Mon Kuwera Maharat Thao temple and The Giant Chiang Mai. Visit Mae Kampong Waterfall and Kew Fin Viewpoint.

Breakfast included 99 The Gallery Hotel Chiang Mai
Day4

Thai Cooking Class

Visit a small farm surrounded by nature to discover fresh local ingredients. Cook traditional Thai dishes step by step with expert instructors. Enjoy lunch together and receive a recipe book to take home.

Breakfast & lunch included 99 The Gallery Hotel Chiang Mai
Day5

Chiang Rai Tour

Visit Wat Rong Khun (White Temple), Wat Rong Suea Ten (Blue Temple) and Wat Huay Pla Kang (Red Temple). Return via Lalitta Café.

Breakfast & lunch included 99 The Gallery Hotel Chiang Mai
Day6

Sticky Waterfall

Today we will visit the famous Sticky Waterfalls (Bua Thong Waterfalls), a unique natural spot where we can walk and climb directly on the “sticky” limestone rocks without slipping. Surrounded by jungle and nature, it’s the perfect place to cool off and enjoy a fun and different experience.

We will also visit Wat Tham Bua Thong, a peaceful local temple surrounded by caves and forest, stop for lunch at the beautiful Elephant Café in Mae Taeng, and finish the day at Wat Den Sali Sri Muang Kaen, one of the most beautiful and less touristy temples in the region.

A relaxed day combining nature, temples and the rural landscapes of northern Thailand.

Breakfast included Bungalows by the river Mae Taeng
Day7

Elephants & Bamboo Rafting

Unforgettable time with elephants in Mae Taeng in a respectful and natural environment. Followed by bamboo rafting along the river.

Breakfast included Rabiang Champa Chiang Dao
Day8

Chiang Dao

Today we will head to Chiang Dao, one of the most authentic and natural regions of northern Thailand, surrounded by mountains, jungle and rural landscapes.

During the day we will visit Wat Tham Pha Plong, a peaceful mountain temple hidden in the jungle, and Wat Tham Chiang Dao, one of the most famous cave temple complexes in the north of the country.

Later, we will relax enjoying mountain scenery, riverside hot springs and the tranquil atmosphere of the region.

At the end of the day, we will stay in a floating bungalow in the middle of the lake, surrounded by nature and mountains. From the resort, we can enjoy beautiful views, relax in a peaceful atmosphere and even kayak directly on the lake at sunset.

A perfect experience to disconnect and discover the quieter side of northern Thailand.

Breakfast included Floating bungalow Chiang Dao
Day9

Pai

Visit Wat Phra That Mae Yen, walk the Kho Ku So Bamboo Bridge, enjoy Yun Lai Viewpoint and dinner at Pai’s night market. Next morning: Pai Canyon.

Breakfast included Pai Hut Hotel Pai
Day10

Ban Rak Thai

Walk at the Grand Canyon, then continue to Ban Rak Thai. Boat ride on the lake, village stroll and visit to tea plantations. Known for its Yunnan heritage and mountain scenery.

Breakfast included Chasa Rak Thai Resort Ban Rak Thai
Day11

Mae Chaem — Karen Community

Immersive experience in the mountain communities of Mae Chaem. Walk through rice fields, cook traditional Karen dishes, enjoy a traditional dance performance by local schoolchildren. Next morning: waterfall walk and Karen hand-tying ceremony.

Breakfast & dinner included Homestay with Karen community Mae Chaem
Day12

Doi Inthanon

After the Karen hand-tying ceremony and our breakfast, we head toward Thailand’s highest peak, Doi Inthanon. Explore Doi Inthanon National Park, visit the Twin Pagodas, Wachirathan & Mae Klang Waterfalls and the Ang Ka Nature Trail. Afternoon return to Chiang Mai.

Breakfast included 99 The Gallery Hotel Chiang Mai
Day13

Free Day — Chiang Mai

Explore at your own pace: Huay Kaew Waterfall, Chiang Mai University Lake, Muang Mai Market, Nimmanhaemin neighborhood. Optional: Muay Thai fight, Sixcret Drag Queen Show, Sunday Night Market or hike the Monk’s Trail to Wat Pha Lat.

Breakfast included 99 The Gallery Hotel Chiang Mai
Day14

End of the Trip

Continue your travels by adding more days and experiences, or transfer to the airport for your onward departure.

Breakfast included Departure
What’s covered

Trip details

Included

  • Accommodation & daily breakfast
  • Activities mentioned in the program
  • Meals mentioned in the program
  • Local guides
  • Entrance tickets
  • Transport & airport transfers
  • Local insurance & on-trip assistance

Extras included

  • Hotels list and links
  • Public transport tips
  • Google Maps QR
  • Local recipes
  • Packing list
  • Thai Music QR Playlist
  • Fun facts & culture notes
  • Emergency numbers
  • Travel vocabulary

Not included

  • International flights
  • Tips and personal expenses
  • Customs fees & excess baggage
  • International travel insurance
  • Meals and drinks not mentioned
  • Services not explicitly mentioned
  • Early check-in / late check-out
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Destinations

Ban Rak Thai
Ban Rak Thai
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Mae Chaem
Mae Chaem
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Chiang Dao
Chiang Dao
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Bua Thong Waterfall
Sticky Waterfall
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Chiang Rai
Chiang Rai
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Chiang Mai
Chiang Mai
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Mae Kampong
Mae Kampong
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Mae Taeng
Mae Taeng
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