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Beautiful Northern Thailand

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15 days

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Tour Type
Small Group
Max Group Size
12
Age Requirement
15 - 99 yrs
Operated In
English
Physical Rating
ModerateInvolves sustained activity requiring a reasonable level of fitness and endurance.

Starts

Ends

Bangkok, Thailand

Bangkok, Thailand

Highlights

This is one of the original Intrepid journeys that started it all. Discover why Northern Thailand was chosen all those years back as an ideal destination to launch a world of travel experiences.

Experience rural Thai life with multi-day trek through scenic hilltribe villages in the remote Thai countryside, meeting welcoming locals and sharing laughs along the way.

Visit the home of the infamous ‘Bridge over the River Kwai’, learning about its dark history and the construction of the railway during the war.

Even the transport on this trip is an adventure – discover the joys of travelling on overnight sleeper trains, longtail boats, songthaew and rafthouses.

Indulge in an organic farm to plate cooking demonstration and take the chance to learn a few cooking tips from the village chef in the Akha Hilltribe, for an unforgettable meal full of heat, spice and fresh food. You won’t go hungry!

Itinerary

Northern Thailand’s allure is legendary, and the "Beautiful Northern Thailand" trip lets you experience it all over 15 days. This group tour invites you to trek through hilltribe villages, float down the River Kwai, and explore the historic temples of the Siam Kingdom. Starting and ending in Bangkok, you’ll also join cooking classes, connect with welcoming locals, and enjoy plenty of free time to follow your own interests. The trip’s enduring popularity stems from its perfect mix of adventure, culture, and flexibility—making it a benchmark for travelers seeking an authentic, moderately active Thai experience.

Day 1Bangkok
Day 2Bangkok - Kanchanaburi
Day 3River Kwai - Erawan NP - Kanchanaburi
Day 4Rafthouse
Day 5Ayutthaya - Overnight train
Day 6Chiang Mai
Day 7Chiang Mai
Day 8Doi Mae Salong
Day 9Chiang Rai
Day 10Hilltribe Villages Trek
Day 11Hilltribe Villages Trek
Day 12Hilltribe Villages trek - Chiang Rai
Day 13Chiang Rai - Chiang Mai - Overnight Train
Day 14Bangkok
Day 15Bangkok
Beautiful Northern Thailand

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What's Included

Accommodation
Guesthouse (5 nights), Hilltribe village (2 nights), Hotel (4 nights), Overnight sleeper train (2 nights), Rafthouse (1 night)
Meals
3 Breakfasts, 5 Lunches
Transport
Private minvan, Public bus, Overnight sleeper train, Songthaew, Taxi, Longtail Boat
Guide
An expert tour leader
Included Activities
Bangkok - Khlong boat canal tourBangkok - Wat PhoKanchanaburi - Erawan National Park VisitKanchanaburi - Kanchanaburi War CemeteryRafthouse - Wat Baan Tham cave templeKanchanaburi - Rafthouse experience with dinnerRafthouse - Wat Tham Suea templeRafthouse - Wat Tham Khao NoiAyutthaya - Temple Ruins entrance & guided tourChiang Mai - Night MarketDo Mae Salong - Local marketAkha Hilltribe - Farm To Plate Demonstration & LunchChiang Rai - 3 day Hilltribe villages trekHill Tribe Trek - LunchAr Pha Pattana Village - Community DinnerBaan Yafu Lahu Village - Community DinnerChiang Rai - Wat Rong Kun (White Temple)

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