Best of Northern Thailand

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We loved our recent visit to Northern Thailand. We were lucky enough to be guided by Wit who was an extremely knowledgeable and friendly guide. He explained everything in detail was always happy to answer any and every question and managed to negotiate our travels smoothly and efficiently and ensure that we covered large distances comfortably.

Fiona | Traveled in July

5 - Excellent

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10 daysDuration

Small Group TourUsually 8-12 participants

16 peopleMaximum group size

16 - 99 yearsAge range for participants

EnglishGuide language

Moderate

Involves sustained activity requiring a reasonable level of fitness and endurance.

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Bangkok, Thailand

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Highlights

Bangkok - Explore the Grand Palace complex and Wat Po, the temple of the Reclining Buddha. Sukhothai - Cycle around the historic park and experience a homestay in Na Ton Chan village. Chiang Mai - See the excellent conservation work being done at Elephant Nature Park. Refreshed itinerary - Explore our newly designed 10-day itinerary for 2026, beginning in Chiang Mai.

Itinerary

Northern Thailand is a treasure trove of culture, nature, and adventure, and the "Best of Northern Thailand" tour package is designed to help experienced travelers uncover it all in 11 action-packed days. Starting and ending in Bangkok, this moderate activity trip takes you from the urban buzz of the capital to the tranquil beauty of Chiang Mai.

Cycle through the historic ruins of Sukhothai, explore the Grand Palace and Wat Po, and experience a homestay in Na Ton Chan village—a rare opportunity to connect with local life. In Chiang Mai, you’ll witness the important conservation work at Elephant Nature Park, deepening your understanding of Thailand’s wildlife.

The unique selling point of this tour is its newly refreshed itinerary for 2026, now beginning in Chiang Mai for an even more immersive experience. With all accommodation, transport, and meals included, this trip is perfect for travelers who want to balance sightseeing, cultural exchange, and active exploration in the heart of Thailand.

day 1Join tour in Chiang Mai

Our tour starts today in Chiang Mai. Known as the Rose of the North, Chiang Mai is a hub of calm with plenty to explore, from its ancient old town to its local markets. For those arriving on time, our tour leader plans to meet you in the hotel reception at 6pm for a welcome meeting and for those that wish, there is the chance to go out for dinner. There are no other activities planned today, so you're free to arrive in Chiang Mai at any time. If you'd like an airport transfer today, you'll need to arrive into Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) which is a 30-minute drive from our hotel. If you miss the welcome meeting, your tour leader will inform you of any essential information on day 2.

Accommodation

Hotel M

day 2Visit Elephant Nature Park and walking tour of Chiang Mai

day 3Drive to Si Satchanalai temple ruins and continue to homestay in Naton Chan village

day 4Drive to Sukhothai and discover the UNESCO site by bicycle

day 5Explore the morning market, then journey to Ayutthaya by boat and bus

day 6Drive to Kanchanaburi, ride the Death Railway, explore the River Kwai, and stay overnight in a raft house

day 7Swim in the crystal-clear waters of Erawan Waterfall, with optional bamboo rafting in the afternoon

day 8Return to Bangkok via Maeklong railway market

day 9Take a guided tour of Bangkok, explore the Grand Palace, and enjoy a free afternoon

day 10Tour ends in Bangkok

What's Included

Accommodation

Hotel M (2 nights)Ban Natonjun Homestay (1 night)Payamai Resort (1 night)Ayothaya Hotel (1 night)Boutique Raft Resort (2 nights)W22 Hotel by Burasari (2 nights)

Meals

9 Breakfasts, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner

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5.0 | Excellent

Mar 16, 2026

All in all it was a fantastic holiday, with a great range of things to see and do. The highlights for me were the elephant sanctuary, the home stay and it’s ride around the village, cycling around Sukhothai, exploring Uthai Thani market, staying at the raft house, visiting the railway market and exploring Bangkok by tuk-tuk. Beforehand I had been quite nervous about the cycling part, as I don’t ride. However, the paths were flat and there were no cars to worry about. It felt lovely and tranquil riding around the park. For anyone who didn’t want to cycle there was a golf buggy provided. Some reviews mentioned the raft houses as not being suitable for people in their 70’s, but those in our group found it not to be a problem. We all did the optional raft trip, where we got towed upstream for 30mins, then wearing a buoyancy aid, we got into the river to drift back, which took 15 mins. Good fun. There were some early sites, but then you could relax on the minibus, as most days there was a 3-4 hour drive to get to the next place. The drivers were lovely and provided us with water and cold towels, which were gratefully received. There were also plenty of USB charging points in the minibuses, so we could listen to music/books as we travelled without draining our batteries. We all did the optional boat trip in Bangkok which was a refreshingly breezy way to see the sites. Would recommend. We also all did the optional tuk-tuk tour, which was fun and some of us tried the local deep fried insects and a scorpion! I particularly liked the fact that there was some times when we could explore by ourselves; whether it was to look around a market, go to a bar or go for a massage. We had two massages, one a traditional one and the other an oil one, both were very good. Prices for massages ranged between £6-£10 for an hour. Nui, our tour guide was excellent; being both knowledgeable and friendly. For our last evening meal she took us to a restaurant with a fabulous view overlooking the whole of Bangkok. We and another 2 people from the group also did the extension to Koh Samet. The transport arrangements both ways could not be faulted. The accommodation was lovely with a little beach and pool nearby. Then just a couple of minutes away was the very long sandy beach and hustle and bustle of bars and then not much further to the shops and restaurants in the village. Whilst there it was my birthday and the hotel decorated the room and gave me a cake; then at Winkks bar when the staff heard, they gave me a free drink and strawberries!

Mar 16, 2026

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