4 days Northern Thailand Tour
Code: TH04
Ancient Lanna Tour from Chiang Rai is a small-group tour package operated with a limited number of participants, designed to provide a more authentic and immersive travel experience.
Discover the cultural treasures of Northern Thailand as you explore the historic lands of the ancient Lanna Kingdom. This fascinating itinerary showcases the highlights of Chiang Rai and Chiang Mai Provinces, renowned for their magnificent temples, rich heritage, vibrant traditions, and breathtaking mountain landscapes. A captivating journey into the heart of Thailand’s most enchanting and culturally rich region.
Starting Point: Chiang Rai
Weekday: Tuesday and Friday
Ending Point: Chiang Mai
Itinerary (overnights):
- Chiang Rai – 1 night
- Chiang Mai – 2 nights
Price per person: from EUR 464=
Optional Beach Extension available upon request.
Itinerary
Day 1
Arrival in Chiang Rai and Transfer to the Hotel (…)
Arrival at Chiang Rai airport (CEI), meet our driver and transfer to the hotel (check-in).
Lunch and dinner at leisure (NOT included).
Overnight stay in Chiang Rai.
Day 2
Golden Triangle, White Temple, Blue Temple, Mae Kachan, transfer to Chiang Mai (Breakfast and Lunch)
Breakfast at the hotel, check-out and departure to the Golden Triangle, the region where Thailand, Laos, and Myanmar meet along the banks of the mighty Mekong River.
At the Golden Triangle, visit the Hall of Opium Museum, an engaging exhibition that traces the region’s complex history and the conflicts surrounding the lucrative opium trade.
After the visit, return to Chiang Rai to explore the magnificent Wat Rong Suea Ten (The Dancing Tiger Temple), better known as the Blue Temple — one of the most captivating and visually striking temples in the province.
Lunch (included) will be served at a local restaurant.
In the afternoon, visit the world-famous Wat Rong Khun, or White Temple, an extraordinary architectural masterpiece blending contemporary art with traditional Buddhist design.
After the visit, continue the journey south towards Chiang Mai, the cultural capital of Northern Thailand. En route, stop at Mae Kachan, a village renowned for its natural hot springs.
Arrive in Chiang Mai and check-in at your hotel.
Dinner at leisure (not included) and overnight stay in Chiang Mai.
Total distance covered: approx 315 km
Day 3
Wat Doi Suthep or Elephant Sanctuary, Chiang Mai Old City, optional Umbrella Making Centre (Breakfast and Lunch)
Breakfast at the hotel and departure for a full-day exploration of Chiang Mai, known as “The Rose of the North”. The city served as the capital of the ancient Lanna Kingdom for nearly 479 years (1296–1775).
Begin with a visit to Wat Phra That Doi Suthep, a sacred temple complex perched atop Doi Suthep mountain, offering a panoramic view over the city. According to legend, the temple was built on the spot where a white elephant carrying a sacred Buddha relic passed away. The relic is said to be enshrined beneath the magnificent golden chedi that dominates the sanctuary.
Continue to Doi Pui, a nearby mountain area, to visit a traditional Hmong village, where you can learn about the customs and lifestyle of one of Northern Thailand’s most distinctive ethnic groups.
OPTIONAL ACTIVITY (supplement applies): Visit an elephant sanctuary dedicated to the protection and preservation of the Asian elephant. Spend the morning interacting respectfully with these majestic creatures in their natural environment. Group tour with English-speaking guide. Supplement: EUR 75 per person.
Return to Chiang Mai for lunch (included).
In the afternoon, explore Chiang Mai’s Old City, home to two of Northern Thailand’s most ancient and revered temples: Wat Phra Singh (The Temple of the Lion Buddha) and the majestic Wat Chedi Luang.
OPTIONAL ACTIVITY (no supplement): Time permitting, visit the Umbrella Making Centre, located about 15 km from the city center (approx. 25 minutes’ drive). This center is famous for its handmade mulberry paper umbrellas, beautifully painted by local artisans.
Return to the hotel after the visits.
Dinner at leisure (not included) and second overnight stay in Chiang Mai.
Day 4
Transfer to Chiang Mai airport (Breakfast)
Breakfast at the hotel (included) and check-out by 12:00 noon.
Transfer to Chiang Mai Airport (CNX).
(*) The transfer will be arranged by the hotel
End of services.
CHIANG RAI
CHIANG MAI
4 days Northern Thailand Tour – Cod. TH04
Cat. SMART: EUR 464=
Cat. SUPERIOR: EUR 505=
Cat. DELUXE: EUR 640=
- Offer valid until October 31, 2027
- Package guaranteed with a minimum of 2 participants
- The prices listed above are subject to confirmation upon booking
- The hotels/accommodations listed above are subject to confirmation upon booking
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The package includes:
- Small group tour with limited participants, private vehicle, and english-speaking local guide;
- Domestic flights (as per itinerary);
- Accommodation in double room at the listed hotels (subject to reconfirmation upon booking);
- Meals as per itinerary;
- Visits, excursions, and activities as per itinerary;
- Entrance fees to all included sites;
- Dedicated travel consultant.
The package does NOT includes:
- International flights;
- Domestic flights not included in the itinerary;
- Peak Season supplement (from 20/12 to 06/01);
- Single room supplement;
- Drinks and meals not mentioned in the itinerary;
- Anything not listed under “The package includes”;
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4 days Northern Thailand Tour - Cod. TH04
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