Itinerary
- Intro
Introduction
- Day 1
Chiang Rai
Chiang Rai- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Nak Nakara Hotel)
Optional Activities
- Explore a local garden cafe with smoothies or massage
- Wander through the local market with handmade goods and food court
- Sample local cuisine including fried insects
- Browse the Trea stall to create a personalized passport cover
- Evening walk through the city to observe local lifestyle
- Day 2
Chiang Rai
Chiang Rai- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Nak Nakara Hotel)
Optional Activities
- Marvel at the mirror-work and modern art of the White Temple
- Experience the serene Blue Temple and its calming Buddha statue
- Take elevator to top of Goddess of Mercy statue at Wat Huay Pla Kang for valley views
- Explore nine-story pagoda and traditional temple halls
- Visit Saturday Night Bazaar (if visiting on Saturday) with local food and traditional dance
Landmarks White Temple (Wat Rong Khun) Blue Temple (Wat Rong Sua Ten) Wat Huay Pla Kang - Day 3
Chiang Rai - Chiang Mai
Chiang Rai - Chiang Mai- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (De Chai Oriental Nimman)
Optional Activities
- Hike short trail at Phu Chi Fa to catch first light over mountains and Laos border
- Climb the unique limestone surface of Sticky Waterfalls for water adventure
- Stop for traditional mango sticky rice snack at waterfall facilities
- Arrive in Chiang Mai and soak in evening energy
- Enjoy quiet evening in Chiang Mai
Landmarks Phu Chi Fa Sticky Waterfalls - Day 4
Chiang Mai
Chiang Mai- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (De Chai Oriental Nimman)
Optional Activities
- Private Muay Thai lesson at Dang Muay Thai Gym for beginners and experienced
- Trek the Monk's Trail through jungle to discover Wat Pha Lat
- Write personal wish on wooden plaque at Wat Lok Moli for good luck
- Dine at It's Good Kitchen for authentic local flavors
- Experience nightlife at Zoe in Yellow, meeting point for solo travelers
Landmarks Dang Muay Thai Gym Wat Pha Lat Wat Lok Moli It's Good Kitchen Zoe in Yellow - Day 5
Chiang Mai - Pai
Chiang Mai - Pai- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Pai Country Hut)
Optional Activities
- Walk across iconic swaying bamboo bridge through rice paddies
- Visit small, secluded temple at end of bamboo bridge trail
- Grab fresh Vietnamese banh mi at Banh Banh Pun
- Wander through center of Pai exploring galleries and boutiques
- Optional water tubing on the river
Landmarks Bamboo Bridge Banh Banh Pun - Day 6
Pai
Pai- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Pai Country Hut)
Optional Activities
- Run or hike up to Big Buddha in Pai for sunrise meditation
- Slow brunch at I Am Fine Café with healthy, design-forward meals
- Indulge in noodle soup at Ban Cha Bo Noodle House on valley terrace
- Explore massive local cave with guide, navigating by bamboo boat
- Watch sunset from narrow ridges of Pai Canyon
Landmarks Big Buddha (Pai) I Am Fine Café Ban Cha Bo Noodle House Pai Canyon - Day 7
Pai - Mae Win
Pai - Mae Win- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (3 Pok Maewang jinxiang Gold elephant park)
Optional Activities
- Final morning coffee at The Pedlar with industrial-chic interior
- Stop at professional tattoo studio in Chiang Mai to get lasting memory
- Travel to eco-lodge surrounded by jungle sights and sounds
- Spend evening on veranda of bamboo bungalow watching forest at twilight
- Connect with spirit of project supporting local mountain women and girls
Landmarks The Pedlar - Day 8
Mae Win
Mae Win- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (3 Pok Maewang jinxiang Gold elephant park)
Optional Activities
- Slow breakfast on private balcony soaking in mountain views
- Respectful, non-intrusive elephant interaction witnessing gentle giants in natural habitat
- Refreshing walk through surrounding jungle discovering hidden waterfalls
- Traditional bamboo raft ride on river for peaceful landscape perspective
- Evening 'happy hour' with the elephants at the lodge
- Day 9
Mae Win - Bangkok
Mae Win - Bangkok- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (SAMALA Hotel Bangkok)
Optional Activities
- Final slow morning in jungle with one last forest walk
- Flight to Bangkok from northern mountains
- Settle into hotel and head to creative bar by train tracks
- Experience industrial-chic atmosphere of 'Uncultured' spot in Silom
- Stroll through city center taking in neon lights and modern architecture
- Day 10
Bangkok
Bangkok- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (SAMALA Hotel Bangkok)
Optional Activities
- River boat from Sathorn Pier to see iconic skyline and access major landmarks without traffic
- Visit colossal Reclining Buddha at Wat Pho with hidden courtyard and massage school
- Sunset visit to Wat Arun (Temple of Dawn) with intricate mosaics across the river
- Visit Grand Palace, formal heart of Bangkok with revered Smaradom Buddha
- Visit quirky theme cafes: Unicorn Café, TrueLove @ Neverland with huskies, or Capybara Café
Landmarks Wat Pho Wat Arun Grand Palace Sathorn Pier - Day 11
Bangkok
Bangkok- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Quiet morning in Benjakitti Park with walking paths and skyscrapers reflecting in water
- Relaxing hair spa treatment or traditional massage before flight
- Grab final gourmet coffee at artisan roastery in trendy Ari neighborhood
- Relaxed lunch soaking in city's unique energy one last time
- Arrive at airport at least three hours before flight to conclude trip without stress
Landmarks Benjakitti Park
