What are the overnight trains like?

The overnight trains used on this tour are soft sleeper class trains. The rooms are air-conditioned and multi-share which feature bunk beds, with sheets and a pillow provided. Overnight trains are a great way to meet like-minded travellers and fully experience life in Thailand!

What if I have special dietary requirements?

All of the meals include local foods from Thailand to fully embrace your Asian culinary tour! Please notify your Travel Expert of any dietary requirements that you may have when booking your tour so that Intrepid can do their best to accommodate your request.

Where does this tour start and finish?

This tour starts at the Nouvo City Hotel in Bangkok at 5:00 pm on Day 1. Additionally, this tour finishes at the Ratana Hotel in Chang Mai on Day 8, you can depart your tour at any time on your final day is this is a free day. Please be aware that all accommodations are subject to change until 4-6 weeks before the departure date. Final accommodation details will be provided to you with your finalised travel documents.

Do you arrange airport transfers?

There are no airport transfers included in this tour, therefore you will need to make their own way to the starting point. All Intrepid starting points are centrally located and have good public transport links so there should be no trouble getting there!

Are flights included?

As we have travellers from all over the world, flights before and after the tour are not included in the tour price and you need to arrange these separately by yourself once your tour is guaranteed. As we specialise in organising the best tours around the world for you, we are unable to advise on flight prices or book flights on your behalf. We recommend that you do not book your flights until your place on the tour has been confirmed. Check out the following link which is powered by Skyscanner to book your flight - https://flights.tourradar.com

Tipping is not included in the tour price as it is completely optional. If you feel your guide and crew went above and beyond to make your trip special, tipping would be greatly appreciated.

Are any vaccines required?

We recommend you contact a medical professional for the most up to date and accurate information. TourRadar cannot legally give medical advice and we want you to be well prepared for your trip of a lifetime!

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Thailand Real Food Adventure

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From Bangkok to Chiang Mai

4.6

14 traveler reviews

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He is super knowledgeable and passionate about Thai food and culture. With his tips, I felt I could relax and fully enjoy the experience.
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Ashley A, traveled in September
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Operator: Intrepid Travel
Food & Culinary: Savor the world one bite at a time
Group Tour: Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
Fully Guided: An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Low Intensity: Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 1 - 12
Ages 15+

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Itinerary

Day 1
Bangkok
Meals
Dinner (Welcome Dinner at Krua Apsorn restaurant with Thai sweets)
Included Activities
- Welcome Dinner at Krua Apsorn
Optional Activities
- Visit Grand Palace
- Visit Temple of the Emerald Buddha
- Explore Khao San Road
- Thai massage
Landmarks
Grand Palace
Temple of the Emerald Buddha
Khao San Road
Day 2
Bangkok
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch
Included Activities
- Tha Kha Floating Market tour
- Paddleboat exploration
- Palm Sugar Demonstration
- Chinatown walking tour
Optional Activities
- Live music at bars in Chinatown
Landmarks
Tha Kha Floating Market
Chinatown
Day 3
Bangkok to Ayutthaya
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch (Home-cooked meal including kaeng som, spicy fish cakes, watercress salad with chicken, and multiple desserts)
Included Activities
- Regional Specialties Cooking Class
- Homemade Dessert Making Lesson
- Chao Phraya Long Tail Boat Cruise
- Wat Niwet Thamma Prawat Visit
Landmarks
Wat Niwet Thamma Prawat
Day 4
Ayutthaya to Chiang Mai
Meals
Lunch (Guay-tieo-ruea (boat noodles) with fragrant pork broth, roasted slices of meat, Thai-style pork balls, sliced morning glory stalks, and fresh green onion), Dinner
Included Activities
- Roti Sai Mai demonstration & tasting
- Temple Ruins entrance & guided tour
Landmarks
Wat Phra Mahathat
Day 5
Chiang Mai
Meals
Lunch (Plant-based meal at a popular local restaurant sourcing organic vegetables from nearby farms), Dinner (Dinner at a local restaurant)
Included Activities
- Wat Chedi Luang entrance
- Leader-led Old Quarter orientation walk
- Coffee stop at Akha Ama
Optional Activities
- Visit Chiang Mai Night Bazaar
Landmarks
Wat Chedi Luang
Chiang Mai Night Bazaar
Day 6
Chiang Mai to Village Homestay
Meals
Lunch (Meal at a restaurant specialising in fermented rice noodles), Dinner (Traditional khan tok dinner with 11 dishes including nam prik ong, deep fried vegetables, hung leh curry, and mushroom larb, accompanied by local musicians)
Included Activities
- Khan Tok Cooking Class
Day 7
Chiang Mai
Meals
Breakfast (Northern Thai breakfast of gai tod (fried chicken), fried rice, sweet sticky rice, and egg custard), Lunch (Khao soi (curry noodle dish))
Included Activities
- Doi Suthep Temple Visit
Optional Activities
- Explore Warorot Market (Kad Luang)
Landmarks
Doi Suthep
Warorot Market
Day 8
Chiang Mai
Meals
Breakfast

Landmarks
Grand Palace
Temple of the Emerald Buddha
Khao San Road

Landmarks
Tha Kha Floating Market
Chinatown

Landmarks
Wat Niwet Thamma Prawat

Landmarks
Wat Phra Mahathat

Landmarks
Wat Chedi Luang
Chiang Mai Night Bazaar

Landmarks
Doi Suthep
Warorot Market

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4.6

Overall rating based on 14 Reviews

Itinerary
4.4
Transport
4.4
Guide
5.0
Accommodation
4.3
Food
4.4
Tour Operator
4.5

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Philip
October 29th, 2024
3
Billed as a "Real food adventure" I was expecting a generally higher standard of Thai food. Most was cafe or street...
Billed as a "Real food adventure" I was expecting a generally higher standard of Thai food. Most was cafe or street food quality. Included food was listed as "6 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 4 dinners" but for about half of these meals an allowance of 100 baht was included for meals typically 390 baht plus beverages leaving us to make up the difference. Having spent the time and money to go on that trip I would have no objection to paying more for a higher standard of included meals. Accommodation was adequate as was transport. At 73 I welcomed the large amount of 'free time' but younger people could have felt that more attractions would be welcome. Our guide Kung was excellent, good fun and knowledgeable. I should mention that Kung handled a difficult situation with one of the travelers very professionally much to the relief of our group.Show more
Traveled in October 2024
Reply from: Intrepid Travel
Thank you Philip, for taking the time to share your experience with us on your Thailand Real Food Adventure. Whilst we are pleased to read you found the accommodation and transport to be adequate, we are sorry to hear the food element of the trip did not meet your expectations. We were pleased, however, to hear that your tour leader Kung was excellent with great local knowledge and dealt with a challenging situation professionally.
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Yasuhiko
October 4th, 2023
5
The tour was well planned and our tour guide Naa was excellent. She knew what to inform us and help us to learn our...
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Traveled in September 2023
Reply from: Intrepid Travel
Hi Yasuhiko, thank you for sharing your experience and posting this wonderful review. It’s great to know how much you enjoyed your adventure and that your leader did such a great job. Also, that you were able to experience the amazing food and culture that Thailand has to offer. We look forward to welcoming you on another of our adventures soon!
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Jessie
October 16th, 2022
5
The tourguid Nai is caring, smart, friendly and very good organizer. Highly recommended this food tour with him....
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Traveled in October 2022
Reply from: Intrepid Travel
Hi Jessie - Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. We're glad that you were able to indulge in delicious Thai cuisine and experience this wonderful part of the world with us. It sounds like Nai truly enhanced your local experience. We hope to welcome you on another Intrepid trip soon, Jessie!
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Lois
February 24th, 2020
5
Great tour and guide. Good mix of activities and tried lots of foods I wouldn't have by myself. Recommended!
Traveled in February 2020
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Thanks so much lois!
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Bruce L
September 18th, 2019
5
Great itinerary with a good amount of ""free time"" to explore by myself,but my favorite part is our tour guide, Nat,...
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Traveled in March 2019
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Ashley A
September 18th, 2019
5
Nat is an incredible guide and person!! If I could give him a 1 out of 5 I would! He is super knowledgeable and...
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Traveled in March 2019
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Mary M
September 18th, 2019
4.8
Our guide Gung was excellent and very informative with a great sense of humour.
Traveled in February 2019
A
Jill B
September 18th, 2019
4.5
Our tour leader Duanphen Khamwicha (Gung) was fantastic.Her passion and love of all things related to Thai food was...
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Traveled in February 2019
A
Pam L
September 18th, 2019
4
Good adventures off the tourist trail.
Traveled in February 2019
A
Geoffrey H
September 18th, 2019
4
No issues but there are lots of competing companies.
Traveled in February 2019

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Gail
Asked on April 10th, 2019
What are the overnight trains like?
Transport
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written April 2019
  The overnight trains used on this tour are soft sleeper class trains. The rooms are air-conditioned and multi-share which feature bunk beds, with sheets and a pillow provided. Overnight trains are a great way to meet like-minded travellers and fully experience life in Thailand!
C
Claudia
Asked on April 10th, 2019
What if I have special dietary requirements?
Meals
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written April 2019
  All of the meals include local foods from Thailand to fully embrace your Asian culinary tour! Please notify your Travel Expert of any dietary requirements that you may have when booking your tour so that Intrepid can do their best to accommodate your request.
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Dan
Asked on April 10th, 2019
Where does this tour start and finish?
Tour Details
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written April 2019
  This tour starts at the Nouvo City Hotel in Bangkok at 5:00 pm on Day 1. Additionally, this tour finishes at the Ratana Hotel in Chang Mai on Day 8, you can depart your tour at any time on your final day is this is a free day.
  
  Please be aware that all accommodations are subject to change until 4-6 weeks before the departure date. Final accommodation details will be provided to you with your finalised travel documents.
S
Sheila
Asked on April 10th, 2019
Do you arrange airport transfers?
Flights / Transfers
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written April 2019
  There are no airport transfers included in this tour, therefore you will need to make their own way to the starting point. All Intrepid starting points are centrally located and have good public transport links so there should be no trouble getting there!
A
Annette
Asked on April 10th, 2019
Are flights included?
Flights / Transfers
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written April 2019
  As we have travellers from all over the world, flights before and after the tour are not included in the tour price and you need to arrange these separately by yourself once your tour is guaranteed. As we specialise in organising the best tours around the world for you, we are unable to advise on flight prices or book flights on your behalf. We recommend that you do not book your flights until your place on the tour has been confirmed. Check out the following link which is powered by Skyscanner to book your flight - https://flights.tourradar.com
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Bill
Asked on April 10th, 2019
Is tipping included?
Other
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written April 2019
  Tipping is not included in the tour price as it is completely optional. If you feel your guide and crew went above and beyond to make your trip special, tipping would be greatly appreciated.
F
Frances
Asked on April 10th, 2019
Are any vaccines required?
Other
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written April 2019
  We recommend you contact a medical professional for the most up to date and accurate information. TourRadar cannot legally give medical advice and we want you to be well prepared for your trip of a lifetime!

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- Typhoid - Recommended for Thailand. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
- Hepatitis A - Recommended for Thailand. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
- Cholera - Recommended for Thailand. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
- Tuberculosis - Recommended for Thailand. Ideally 3 months before travel.
- Hepatitis B - Recommended for Thailand. Ideally 2 months before travel.
- Yellow fever - Certificate of vaccination required if arriving from an area with a risk of yellow fever transmission for Thailand. Ideally 10 days before travel.
- Japanese B encephalitis - Recommended for Thailand. Ideally 1 month before travel.
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