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Family Thailand: Best of the North

10 days
From Chiang Mai to Bangkok
4.5 (8,262 reviews)
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City & Culture
Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
Partially Guided
Independent travel, featuring selected guided excursions
Low Intensity
Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 12 - 18
Ages 11+
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Chiang Mai

    Chiang Mai
    Accommodation
    Hotel 4* (Bodhiserene Hotel)

    Optional Activities

    • Stroll through Buak Hard Public Park
    • Explore the Old City and its historic temples
    • Traditional Thai massage at Women's Vocational Institute
    • Welcome dinner with tour group
    Landmarks
    Buak Hard Public Park
    Chiang Mai Old City
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  2. Day 2

    Chiang Mai

    Chiang Mai
    Meals
    Lunch (Traditional Thai lunch at lakeside hut with authentic Thai dishes including curries, stir-fries, fresh herbs and seasonal vegetables)
    Accommodation
    Hotel 4* (Bodhiserene Hotel)

    Included Activities

    • Ziplining adventure at Huay Tung Tao Lake
    • Visit to Doi Suthep temple
    • Monks' evening chanting at Doi Suthep

    Optional Activities

    • Refreshing swim in Huay Tung Tao Lake
    Landmarks
    Huay Tung Tao Lake
    Doi Suthep
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  3. Day 3

    Chiang Mai to Sukhothai

    Chiang Mai to Sukhothai
    Meals
    Lunch (Local noodle dishes at Ban Naton Chan village)
    Accommodation
    Hotel 4* (Legendha Sokhothai Resort)

    Included Activities

    • Visit to Ban Naton Chan village and community meeting
    • Exploration of traditional crafts and artisan work
    • Bicycle exploration of Sukhothai temple ruins and UNESCO World Heritage site
    Landmarks
    Ban Naton Chan village
    Sukhothai Historical Park
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  4. Day 4

    Sukhothai to Mae Sot

    Sukhothai to Mae Sot
    Accommodation
    Hotel 4* (The Teak Hotel)

    Included Activities

    • Hands-on cooking experience at Borderline Collective
    • Guided visit to Mae Sot main market for ingredient selection
    • Learning to cook Shan, Karen, and Burmese regional specialties
    Landmarks
    Mae Sot Main Market
    Borderline Collective
  5. Day 5

    Mae Sot to Karen Village

    Mae Sot to Karen Village
    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner (Welcome dinner with host family - freshly prepared meal)
    Accommodation
    Home-stay (Mahouts)

    Included Activities

    • Two-hour off-road drive to remote Karen village
    • Welcome by Karen community and host family
    • Gentle village walk and introduction to daily life
    • Welcome dinner with host family
    Landmarks
    Karen Village
    Mahout Foundation
  6. Day 6

    Karen Village

    Karen Village
    Meals
    Breakfast (Breakfast with host family), Dinner (Dinner with villagers)
    Accommodation
    Home-stay (Mahouts)

    Included Activities

    • Elephant tracking in forest with experienced mahouts
    • Small group hiking in natural forest habitat
    • Traditional Karen fabric weaving experience
    • Bamboo basket weaving experience
    • Sunset view from temple
    • Dinner with villagers

    Optional Activities

    • Conversation with villagers about daily life and traditions over mountain tea
    Landmarks
    Karen Forest
  7. Day 7

    Karen Village to Nakhon Sawan

    Karen Village to Nakhon Sawan
    Meals
    Breakfast (Final breakfast with host family), Lunch
    Accommodation
    Hotel 4* (Good Nakornsawan Hotel)

    Included Activities

    • Visit to King Taksin Memorial in Tak
    • Exploration of Tak's Chinese quarter and traditional shop houses
    • Stop at local markets along route

    Optional Activities

    • Sample Chinese-Thai delicacies at local eateries
    • Browse family-run shops in Tak's Chinese quarter
    Landmarks
    King Taksin Memorial
    Tak Chinese Quarter
  8. Day 8

    Nakhon Sawan to Bangkok

    Nakhon Sawan to Bangkok
    Meals
    Dinner (Street food adventure in Bangkok night markets including grilled meats, boat noodles, papaya salad, and mango sticky rice)
    Accommodation
    Hotel 4* (Centre Point Plus Hotel)

    Included Activities

    • Street food adventure in Bangkok's night markets and alleys

    Optional Activities

    • Chao Phraya River cruise with temple views and klong exploration
    • Explore lively neighbourhood around hotel
    Landmarks
    Chao Phraya River
    Bangkok Night Markets
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  9. Day 9

    Bangkok

    Bangkok
    Meals
    Dinner (Final meal with group to share memories and celebrate the journey)
    Accommodation
    Hotel 4* (Centre Point Plus Hotel)

    Optional Activities

    • Shopping at Pratunam Market
    • Shopping at Siam Paragon and high-end malls
    • Explore street markets and boutique shops
    • Visit Grand Palace and Emerald Buddha
    • Visit Wat Pho and Reclining Buddha
    • Explore Chinatown streets and markets
    Landmarks
    Grand Palace
    Emerald Buddha
    Wat Pho
    Reclining Buddha
    Chinatown
    Pratunam Market
    Siam Paragon
  10. Day 10

    Bangkok

    Bangkok
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Chinatown
    • Extended stay in Bangkok
    • Beach extension to Koh Samet
    Landmarks
    Chinatown

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    A good combination of the ancient and the relatively modern. Our guide (Woody) was excellent! He really made things fun!

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