Northern Thailand Experience

From$1049USD
12 days,Bangkok to Bangkok
Trip Code: ATNE

Exploring magnificent temples and palaces, trekking through remote hilltribe villages and meeting local people, riding an elephant, sleeping on a floating rafthouse, learning about the somber history of Kanchanaburi and the infamous Burma Railway

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Meet saffron-robed monks, visit hilltribe villages and delve into the different on an adventure that includes Thailand's wild northwest corner. You'll stretch your legs and your mind on a 3-day trek to hilltribe villages, each with their own language and religions. Whether you're walking the ancient streets of Ayutthaya or planning some shoppingin Chiang Mai, our CEOs will help you discover places you wouldn't otherwise have known were there. And with plenty of free time to explore on your own, this trip will let you really absorb the spirit of this diverse country.

What's Included

  • Klong boat tour, entrance and guide to Wat Po, Doi Suthep temple, 3-day/3-night trek through hilltribe villages, elephant ride, tour of temple ruins in Ayutthaya, Thai Burma Railway Centre, Erawan Falls
  • 9 Breakfasts, 2 Lunches, 4 Dinners. (Allow USD150-200 for meals not included.)
  • Guesthouses/hotels (6 nts), rafthouse (1 nt), hilltribe villages (2 nts, multi-share), sleeper trains (2 nts).
  • Train, longtail boat, elephant, walking, minibus, songthaew, local bus.
  • Chief Experience Officer (CEO) throughout, local guides.
  • Small group experience; Max 15, Avg 10
Map of the route for Northern Thailand Experience Click to enlarge
Places Visited
  • Thailand
Day 1 Bangkok

Arrive in Bangkok at any time.

Day 2 Bangkok (B)

Guided longboat tour of Bangkok's klongs followed by a visit to Wat Po. Overnight train to Chiang Mai.

Day 3 Chiang Mai

Guided tour of Doi Suthep temple, optional cooking class or bicycle tour.

Day 4-6 Hilltribe Trek (3B,2L,3D)

Trek through the hills of the north, staying in remote hilltribe villages and eating locally prepared meals. Take an elephant ride through the jungle.

Day 7-8 Chiang Mai/Overnight Train (2B)

Post-trek massage anyone? Overnight train on day 8 to Ayutthaya.

Day 9 Ayutthaya

Visit the historical sites of the old capital city of Ayutthaya.

Day 10-11 Kanchanaburi/River Kwai (2B,1D)

Spend the night on a floating raft-house, visit the Bridge Over The River Kwai and Erawan National Park.

Day 12 Bangkok (B)

Return to the Kingdom's bustling capital. Free to depart at any time after 3pm.

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