6 days in Thailand: North Highlights Tour
Bangkok > Sukhothai > Lampang > Chiang Rai > Chiang Mai
Overview
Discover the beauty and history of Northern Thailand on this 6-day tour with Paradise Travel. From the bustling streets of Bangkok to the tranquil mountains of Chiang Mai, this journey offers a perfect blend of cultural exploration and scenic landscapes.
Begin your adventure in Bangkok, Thailand’s vibrant capital, where you’ll visit iconic landmarks such as the Grand Palace, Wat Phra Kaew, and Wat Arun. After soaking in the city’s energy, travel to Sukhothai, the cradle of Thai civilization. Explore the majestic ruins of Sukhothai Historical Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and marvel at the ancient temples and statues that reflect the grandeur of the Sukhothai Kingdom.
Next, visit Lampang, a charming city known for its traditional horse-drawn carriage rides and well-preserved Lanna architecture. Continue your journey to Chiang Rai, home to the world-famous White Temple (Wat Rong Khun), a stunning modern architectural marvel. Enjoy the picturesque landscapes as you visit the nearby Golden Triangle, where Thailand, Laos, and Myanmar meet.
Finally, head to Chiang Mai, the cultural heart of northern Thailand. Wander through the ancient temples, visit the Doi Suthep mountain temple, and explore the city’s vibrant markets and rich traditions.
This tour offers a diverse and captivating experience, perfect for those eager to explore Thailand’s history, culture, and natural beauty.
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Tour Highlights
- Ayutthaya: One of the major tourist attraction of Thailand. It was the capital of Thailand (then called Siam) for 417 years from 1350
- Lampang: Primarily known as Horse Carriage City
- Chiang Rai: The area is gifted with wonderful natural tourist attractions: magnificent mountain sceneries covered by forests, remarkable rivers, botanical gardens, caves, waterfalls
- Chiang Mai: The second-biggest province of Thailand after Bangkok; the province is bordered by Lamphun and Tak on the south, Chiang Rai, Lampang and Lamphun on the east and Mae Hong Son on the west
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Detailed Itinerary
Lunch & Dinner
After an early rise, depart from Bangkok to Ayutthaya, the former capital of Thailand.
In Ayutthaya, you will see the most important sights, which are the gigantic bronze statues of Wat Mongkol Borpitr, the three ancient pagodas at Wat Phra Sri Sanpetch and Wat Pranangcherng.
Continue via Saraburi to Phra Buddha Badh with its shrine of the holy footprint of Lord Buddha.
Proceed to Lopburi for lunch.
Visit the Prang Sam Yod (Sacred Three-Spired Pagoda), the ruins of Wat Phra Sri Ratana Maha Dhat and the Monkey Temple.
Continue by bus to Phitsanulok and check in at your hotel.
Overnight at the Topland Hotel & Convention Center or similar
- Wat Phra Sri Sanphet
Breakfast & Lunch & Dinner
After a delicious breakfast, visit Wat Maha Dhat with its revered Buddha statue, Phra Buddha Jinaraj.
Continue to ancient Sukhothai, where you will visit the famous ruins of this first capital of Thailand (1257-1379).
Get a chance to see Wat Maha Dhat, Wat Sra Sri and Wat Sri Chum.
After lunch at a local restaurant, continue to Sri Satchanalai, the northern outpost town of the Kingdom of Sukhothai , built by King Ramkamhaeng.
You will visit Wat Chang Lom, Wat Jedi Jet Thaew, Wat Nang Phya and Wat Phra Sri Ratana Maha Dhat standing on site of the Khmer fort “Chalieng.”
Continue to Lampang where you will check in at your hotel.
Overnight at the Wienglakor Hotel or similar
- Sri Satchanalai Historical Park
Breakfast & Lunch & Dinner
After breakfast, drive to Ko Kah to see Wat Phra Dhat Lampang Luang housing the only Emerald Buddha, besides the one at Wat Phra Keo in Bangkok.
Depart for Phayao, a unique rural town and former princely state the former glory of which may be seen at Wat Sri Kom Kam.
Proceed to Chiang Rai and enjoy a delicious lunch at a local restaurant.
Continue to Chiang Saen – Golden Triangle, former capital of the first Thai kingdom, situated directly on the Mekong River at the border between Thailand and Laos.
Visit Wat Phra Dhat Jom Kitti by climbing 383 steps to the top of the hill, Wat Chedi Luang and the small museum nearby.
Take a boat trip upriver on the mighty Mekong to the Golden Triangle where the borders of Thailand, Myanmar and Laos meet.
Continue to Mae Sai, the northernmost Thai town and on the border with Myanmar.
Stroll through and shop at a local market to pick up souvenirs for friends and relatives.
Return to Chiang Rai and check in at your hotel.
Overnight at the Wiang Inn Hotel or similar
- Wat Phra That Lampang Luang
Breakfast & Lunch & Dinner
After an early breakfast, depart for Ban Lorcha, a Phami Akha hilltribe community center.
This community-based tourism development project promotes sustainable, self-reliant development to improve the quality of life of villagers of this Akha Community, and is a model for tourism in Hilltribe villages.
Proceed to Chiang Mai and enjoy lunch at a local restaurant.
In the afternoon you will visit Handicraft Villages to observe the manufacture of lacquer ware, the spinning and weaving of Thai Silk and to watch how paper umbrellas are made.
Continue to check in at your hotel.
19:15-22:15 Kantoke Dinner.
Enjoy a typical Thai dinner with ancient dances from northern Thailand, followed by a performance of dances and songs by various hill tribes.
Optional: Opportunity to visit the city’s night market in search of bargains.
Overnight at the Chiang Mai Garden View Hotel or similar
- Night Market In Chiang Mai
Breakfast & Lunch & Dinner
After breakfast, visit the famous Wat Doi Suthep, tucked away in the mountains at an elevation of 1,056 meters. The temple is reached using a NAGA railing rising along both sides. The monastery was built by King Gue-Na in 1383. The center is a big Chedi (spiral pagoda), containing partial relics of Lord Buddha.
Continue to visit the elephant camp to watch the elephants taking timber in the forest. Their strength and strategic teamwork will amaze you.
After visiting the orchid farm have lunch at a local restaurant.
Return to Chiang Mai.
Afternoon visit to a famous Thai wood carving factory with the possibility of buying Burmese antiques.
Transfer to Chiang Mai Railway Station or Chiang Mai Airport*.
16:40 Depart by second class air-conditioned train with sleeping berth.
Box dinner and overnight stay on train.
* Return by air from Chiang Mai to Bangkok and/or additional nights (s) in Chiang Mai also possible (please contact us for details)
Overnight on the train
- Elephant Camp
Arrive around 6am by train at the Bangkok Railway Station.
(No breakfast) Transfer to your Bangkok hotel.
- Wat Arun Bangkok
Prices
Prices are in USD, per person.
This tour can be customized to fit your own demands.
| Hotel / Group | 9~12 guests |
|---|---|
| 3 Star | 650 |
What's included
- Accommodations (Hotels, resorts or homestays as mentioned in program)
- Meals as indicated in the program (B – Breakfast, L – Lunch, D – Dinner)
- Airport and land transfers
- Train tickets: Chiang Mai – Bangkok
- Boat trip as mentioned
- Tour guides (English speaking or other languages upon request)
- Entrance fees as per itinerary
What's excluded:
- Visa/ passport
- International flight to and/ or from our countries
- Travel Insurances
- Meals/ drinks not mentioned in program
- Peak season surcharges (if any)
- Tips, laundry and gratuities
- Other personal expenses
Cancellation by Customer
Please note that some services such as flights, hotels and other bookings may have cancellation fees once they have been confirmed and paid. Any applicable supplier cancellation fees will be charged to the traveler.
The following are the maximum cancellation fees that may apply:
- After booking confirmation: Any applicable cancellation fees charged by airlines, hotels, or other suppliers.
- 11–20 days before arrival: Up to 20% of the total tour price, plus any applicable cancellation fees charged by airlines, hotels, or other suppliers.
- 3–10 days before arrival: Up to 30% of the total tour price, plus any services already used or any applicable cancellation fees or penalties charged by airlines, hotels, or other suppliers.
- Less than 3 days before arrival, during the tour, or in case of no-show: Up to 100% of the total tour price, limited to 10% management fee and the actual costs incurred, including services already used and any applicable cancellation fees or penalties charged by airlines, hotels, or other suppliers
Please contact us as soon as possible if you need to cancel or change your trip. We will always do our best to minimize any cancellation costs where possible.
Children Policy
- Children under 5 years old: Travel free of charge when sharing a room and meals with a full-paying adult. Any applicable airfare, entrance fees or additional expenses will be charged separately.
- Children aged 5 to under 11: Pay 50% of the adult rate when sharing a room and services with a full-paying adult.
- Children aged 11 and above: Pay the full adult rate.
Please note: The child rates apply when children share a room and services with a full-paying adult. Additional charges may apply for extra beds, private rooms, special meals or other services requested for children. Child rates may also vary depending on the specific tour, hotel policy and services included.
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