Itinerary
- Day 1
Bangkok
You'll arrive at Bangkok airport and get transferred to your hotel. If your flight lands early, there's time to walk around the city on your own—check out temples, wander through Chinatown, or watch the traditional boats on the Chao Phraya River. At 6 pm, you'll meet up with the group for a welcome meeting and then head to dinner at a local restaurant.
- Meals
- Dinner (Welcome Dinner at a Local Restaurant)
Included Activities
- Welcome Dinner at a Local Restaurant
Optional Activities
- Explore Bangkok temples
- Visit Chinatown
- Watch khlong boats on Chao Phraya River
- Experience Bangkok's night markets and entertainment
Landmarks/POIs Chao Phraya River 
- Day 2
Bangkok
Start early with an optional temple visit along the Chao Phraya River where you can make merit offerings to monks. Later in the morning, you'll tour Wat Po to see the famous Reclining Buddha, then visit the Grand Palace (the official royal residence since the 1700s). After that, take a boat tour through Bangkok's canals. The afternoon is free—you can check out the Jim Thompson house art collection or try a Thai massage.
Included Activities
- Temple Merit Making Experience
- Wat Po Tour
- Grand Palace Visit
- Khlong Boat Canal Tour
Optional Activities
- Early morning exclusive temple visit along Chao Phraya River
- Jim Thompson House art collection visit
- Thai massage
Landmarks/POIs Wat Po Grand Palace Chao Phraya River Jim Thompson House - Day 3
Benjarong - Kanchanaburi
You'll start the day at a ceramics community learning about Benjarong, the traditional Thai painted porcelain style that's been part of Thai culture for centuries. After getting an introduction to the techniques, you'll paint your own mug or teacup to take home. From there, you'll head to Kanchanaburi to visit the War Cemetery, which honors those who died during the construction of the Death Railway. It's a significant historical site that provides important context about this region's past, and you'll have time to walk through and reflect on what you see there.
- Meals
- Lunch
Included Activities
- Benjarong Ceramics Workshop - paint your own mug or teacup
- Kanchanaburi War Cemetery visit
Optional Activities
- Lunch in Kanchanaburi
Landmarks/POIs Kanchanaburi War Cemetery 
- Day 4
Kanchanaburi
Explore Erawan National Park and see the seven-level waterfall with beautiful glacial blue waters perfect for swimming and relaxing. Visit the Hellfire Pass Memorial Museum to learn about the Death Railway's history. Then take a historical train journey across the original wooden Krasae Bridge viaduct, built by Allied POWs. The evening is free to explore the town.
Included Activities
- Erawan National Park Visit and Waterfall Exploration
- Hellfire Pass Memorial Museum Visit
- Death Railway Train Journey across Krasae Bridge
Optional Activities
- Swimming at Erawan Waterfall
- Town exploration in the evening
Landmarks/POIs Erawan National Park Hellfire Pass Memorial Museum Krasae Bridge - Day 5
Kanchanaburi to Ayutthaya
Head to Ayutthaya, an ancient capital of Siam and UNESCO World Heritage site. Visit Baan Nong Khao agricultural village to see hand-weaving of Pha Khao Mah textiles, explore a palm sugar field, and learn how traditional Thai desserts are made. You'll watch weavers work with over 100 colours of yarn, then explore Ayutthaya's 13th-century ruins including Wat Phra Mahathat with its famous Buddha head in Banyan tree roots. Later, board a traditional rice barge for a Thai dinner cruise.
- Meals
- Dinner (Traditional Rice Barge Dinner Cruise)
Included Activities
- Baan Nong Khao Community Museum and Palm Sugar Field Visit
- Weaving Workshop with Traditional Thai Clothing
- Wat Phra Mahathat Temple Visit
- Traditional Rice Barge Dinner Cruise
Optional Activities
- Sampling palm sugar desserts
Landmarks/POIs Wat Phra Mahathat Baan Nong Khao Village - Day 6
Ayutthaya to Sukhothai
Travel from Ayutthaya to Sukhothai by train, watching the scenery unfold, then continue by private vehicle. The rest of the day is free to relax by the pool, try a Thai massage, or explore town. For dinner, ask your leader about where to find Sukhothai's famous noodles.
Optional Activities
- Relax by the pool
- Thai massage
- Explore Sukhothai town
- Try local noodles for dinner
- Day 7
Sukhothai
Start with an optional alms offering, then explore Sukhothai's World Heritage-listed historical park on a bicycle tour. Your leader will share the history of this 13th-century capital and its fascinating structures. After a picnic lunch, the afternoon is free to explore at your own pace or relax by the pool. In the evening, visit a local friend's home for a homecooked dinner and authentic insight into life in Northern Thailand.
- Meals
- Lunch (Picnic Lunch), Dinner (Dinner at Local Home)
Included Activities
- Morning Alms Offering Experience
- Sukhothai Historical Park Bicycle Tour
- Picnic Lunch
- Dinner at Local Home
Optional Activities
- Afternoon exploration of Sukhothai town
- Relax by the pool
Landmarks/POIs Sukhothai Historical Park - Day 8
Sukhothai to Mae Taeng (Lisu Lodge)
Travel to the Mae Taeng region where you'll stay at Lisu Lodge, a community-based accommodation run by the Lisu hill tribe. The lodge sits between rice fields and fruit orchards with traditional Lisu-style guestrooms and modern comforts. You'll meet the colourfully dressed Lisu villagers and learn about their Tibeto-Burman heritage and way of life, enjoying hillside and valley views. Dinner features fresh, local Thai food.
- Meals
- Dinner (Fresh, Local Thai Food at Lisu Lodge)
Included Activities
- Lisu Village Cultural Experience and Meeting
Landmarks/POIs Lisu Lodge - Day 9
Mae Taeng (Muang Kued Village)
After breakfast at Lisu Lodge, head to nearby Muang Kued Village for a private guided tour. Learn about village life, local reforestation efforts, and how produce grows in the orchards. Check out an organic farm and select ingredients for a hands-on cooking class where you'll prepare traditional Thai food. Later, join villagers in a palm leaf weaving workshop to create ornaments and accessories. End the day with a barbeque dinner at Mae Tamaan Base Camp.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast at Lisu Lodge), Lunch (Lunch following Cooking Class), Dinner (Barbeque Dinner at Mae Tamaan Base Camp)
Included Activities
- Muang Kued Village Private Guided Tour
- Organic Farm Exploration
- Traditional Thai Cooking Class
- Palm Leaf Weaving Workshop
- Mae Tamaan Base Camp Barbeque Dinner
Landmarks/POIs Muang Kued Village - Day 10
Mae Taeng to Chiang Mai
Travel to the Elephant Nature Park, a sanctuary for rescued elephants and other animals. An expert local guide will share the stories of the rescued elephants and issues they face in Southeast Asia. Watch the elephants bathe and play from a viewing platform, then have a vegetarian buffet lunch. Return to Chiang Mai and visit Yimsoo Café, which supports workers living with disabilities. The evening is free to explore the vibrant Night Bazaar, the Old Town with its surrounding moats, or find dinner recommendations from your leader.
- Meals
- Lunch (Vegetarian Buffet Lunch at Elephant Nature Park)
Included Activities
- Elephant Nature Park Half-Day Experience and Expert Guide
- Elephant Viewing and Bathing Experience
- Vegetarian Buffet Lunch
- Yimsoo Cafe Visit
Optional Activities
- Explore Night Bazaar
- Stroll around Old Town
- Evening dinner exploration
Landmarks/POIs Elephant Nature Park Chiang Mai Night Bazaar Chiang Mai Old Town 
- Day 11
Chiang Mai
Drive to Doi Suthep, a famous temple complex, via a scenic winding mountain road. Climb 300 Naga-guarded steps to reach one of Thailand's beautiful temples with fantastic panoramic views of Chiang Mai city. Return to the city and relax before your farewell dinner cooked by a local chef. You'll have Thai fusion food made with local ingredients as you reflect on your Northern Thailand adventures.
- Meals
- Dinner (Farewell Dinner - Thai Fusion Food with Local Ingredients, Cooked by Local Chef)
Included Activities
- Doi Suthep Temple Visit
- Farewell Dinner with Local Chef
Landmarks/POIs Doi Suthep - Day 12
Chiang Mai
Your adventure comes to an end after breakfast. No activities are planned for today, so you can depart at your own pace. If you'd like to extend your stay in Chiang Mai, the tour operator can help arrange extra accommodation subject to availability.
Optional Activities
- Extend stay in Chiang Mai (subject to availability)
