Bangkok to Chiang Mai Express - 7 Days
Who is this trip for
Genders
- Female65%
- Male35%
Average age
Start / End
- Bangkok
- Chiang Mai
Physical rating
Group size
1 - 16Meals included
6Highlights
- Sleep in a floating rafthouse
- See the multi-tiered Erawan Falls
- Visit the old capital city of Ayutthaya
- Explore magnificent temples
- Learn about the sombre history of Kanchanaburi
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Summary
If you’re short on time but want to see the sights north of Bangkok (and really, who doesn’t?), this is the express trip for you. Take seven days, pack them full of wonderment and reflection in Northern Thailand — Kanchanaburi, Ayutthaya, and Chiang Mai, and plenty of temples, palaces, and small villages to explore — and you’ve got a recipe for one of the most memorable weeks you’ll ever have. Toss in the ease of travel by trains and buses and there’s no way you’ll feel like you’re missing out on anything in this dynamic region.
Itinerary
Day 1
Bangkok
Arrive at any time.
Day 2
Bangkok/Kanchanaburi
Enjoy a klong boat tour of Bangkok including a visit to Wat Pho. Travel to Kanchanaburi and head to your floating rafthouse accommodation.
Day 3
Kanchanaburi
Enjoy a day of sightseeing at Erawan Falls and the Bridge on the River Kwai.
Day 4
Kanchanaburi to Ayutthaya to Chiang Mai
Explore the Allied War Cemetery and the Thai-Burmese Railway Centre to learn more about the area's history. Travel to Ayutthaya and visit the historical sites of the old capital city. In the evening board an overnight train to Chiang Mai.
Day 5
Chiang Mai
Chiang Mai is a vibrant city with heaps to see and do. Famous for its night market and cooking classes, it's a feat to fit it all in. Experience the flavours and scents of traditional northern Thai cuisine by pre-booking the Northern Thai Cooking Class.
Day 6
Chiang Mai
Chiang Mai is a vibrant city with heaps to see and do. Famous for its night market, it's a feat to fit it all in. Experience the flavours and scents of traditional northern Thai cuisine by pre-booking the Northern Thai Cooking Class.
Day 7
Chiang Mai
With a little extra time in the area, hilltribe treks are easily accessible, as is the Golden Triangle.
What's Included
Accommodation
Hotels (4 nts), rafthouse (1 nt), sleeper train (1 nt).
Meals
Breakfasts: 5, Lunches: 0, Dinners: 1
Vegetarian options are available on all meals throughout the adventure.
Vegetarian options availableLocal Guide
GuidedThis adventure is led by a local guide throughout. The main language of this adventure is English. Please contact us for other languages available.
Wifi
Wifi is available during the adventure. In some areas and / or accommodation / transport Wifi may be free.
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Customer reviews & ratings
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Irene Oct, 2024 VerifiedI loved the experience of travelling through North of Thailand and I learned things I would have never learned or visited otherwise. Community focus travel
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