Northern Thailand Tours & Trips
Picture shopping at Taling Chan floating markets, exploring Wat Pra Maha Doi Sutthep temple, experiencing Thai cooking classes, and visiting the local Elephant Sanctuary. Discover the Summer Palace of Rama V, tour ancient Sukhothai Historical Park, and boat around the Golden Triangle. Northern Thailand is ready for you, and it’s a trip like no other.
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Dania • traveled in December, 2025
I booked the 10- Day Thailand Highlights trip with Legend Travel Group and it was such a wonderful experience! Their operators, Mr, Danny and Ms Lyna, were extremely efficient, communicative, and attentive. Communication was streamlined through WhatsApp, and all our communications were addressed timely. The trip itself was so great! The itinerary was full of educational and cultural knowledge and enough leisure time to explore on our own. All the tour guides were kind, punctual, and informative. They guided us to the right places to buy things to make sure we weren’t getting ripped off and made sure we got to where we needed. All transportation was comfortable and punctual. We changed some of our itinerary plans because we were exhausted, and that was not an issue whatsoever. We ended up doing some other things that were slower paced to keep us going. The weather was perfect throughout the entire trip (December 14-December 23). Our favorite was Phuket, and we decided to stay an extra day to enjoy more of our time there! Can’t recommend enough and I can’t wait to go back to Thailand!!
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Scott • traveled in May, 2025
We had an amazing journey through Thailand! Bangkok was bustling and full of life, while Chiang Mai offered wonderful cultural experiences and a memorable visit to an ethical elephant sanctuary. Phuket’s beaches were stunning and relaxing, and our day trip to Phi Phi Island was pure adventure. The food was delicious, and the hotels were comfortable and well-located. Thanks to TourRadar and Legend Travel for making it all so seamless and enjoyable!
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Lorna • traveled in February, 2025
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The best Northern Thailand tour packages
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Thailand Highlights 10-Day Package
38 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Arrangements were on time and as expected. Very informative.”
Rod, traveled in December
Northern Thailand unfolds at approx. $380/day. Wat Phra That Doi Suthep temple and Mae Taeng Elephant Camp highlight the journey. Boutique hotels like The Rise Suites or Na Nirand Resort in Chiang Mai provide comfort. Traditional Khantoke dinner and bamboo rafting on Mae Taeng River included.
Duration 10 days Destinations Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Doi Suthep Pui National Park, Mae Taeng, Golden Triangle Park, Phuket, Ko Phi Phi Age Range Ages 6+ Operator Legend Travel Group From $2,248
20% Off- US$1,798+$599 local paymentsYou save $450
Fantastic Circle of Thailand Tour - 10 Days
39 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“This time I decided to let a tour company handle everything for us. Legend Travel exceeded our expectations.”
Berry, traveled in January
Journey through Northern Thailand starting from Bangkok's temples to Chiang Mai's Wat Phra That Doi Suthep and Mae Tang elephant sanctuary. Experience white water rafting, trek to jungle waterfalls, and explore the Golden Triangle. Stay at White Boutique Hotel while savoring traditional Khantoke dinners and local cuisine for $308 per day.
Duration 10 days Destinations Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Wat Phra That Doi Suthep, Mae Taeng, Chiang Rai, Phuket, Ko Phi Phi Age Range Ages 6+ Operator Legend Travel Group From $1,846
20% Off- US$1,477+$599 local paymentsYou save $369
Discover the Wonders of Thailand in 10 Days - Private Tour
7 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“It was the right balance of fun-filled tours and relaxation. I highly recommend this tour!!!”
Patrick, traveled in June
Duration 10 days Destinations Bangkok, Damnoen Saduak, Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai, Phuket Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, German, Italian, French, Spanish, Dutch Operator Vietnam Tour Fun From $2,675
50% Off- US$1,338+$535 local paymentsYou save $1,338
Northern Thailand Adventure
1,672 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Every activity on the trip was incredible and Sea brought a great energy and enthusiasm everyday.”
Hannah, traveled in October
Explore Northern Thailand's treasures from ancient Ayutthaya temples to Chiang Mai's elephant sanctuaries. Experience hill tribe homestays, traditional cooking classes, and jungle adventures while staying in authentic accommodations.
Duration 14 days Destinations Bangkok, Kanchanaburi, Erawan National Park, Ayutthaya, Chiang Mai, Pai Age Range Ages 18-39 Operator TruTravels From $1,425
30% Off- US$998You save $428
Experience Thailand 9 Days - Bangkok to the North, Small Group Tour (English Only)
33 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The well-planned itinerary of the tour gave us opportunities to have a large variety of diverse and enriching experiences.”
Zachy, traveled in January
Northern Thailand's cultural treasures unfold from Sukhothai's UNESCO ruins to Chiang Mai's Wat Phra That Doi Suthep. The Golden Triangle beckons, with stays at Imperial River House Chiang Rai, and traditional craft-making at Baan Tipmanee workshop.
Duration 9 days Destinations Bangkok, Damnoen Saduak, Ayutthaya, Chai Nat, Phitsanulok, Sukhothai, Si Satchanalai, Lampang, Phayao, Chiang RaiSee all destinations Age Range Ages 10+ Operator Destination Services Thailand From $1,610
20% Off- US$1,288You save $322
Thailand Elephant Experience: Animal Welfare, Conservation & Jungle Trekking
15 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“We traveled to places so remote and unique that I never would have found them on my own.”
Stephanie, traveled in August
Duration 8 days Destinations Chiang Mai Age Range Ages 18-60 Operator GIVE Volunteers From
20% Off- US$2,395
Hill Tribes of Northern Thailand: Environmental Conservation, Education, and Elephant Trekking
238 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“It was hands down the best two weeks of my life I have ever lived- truly beat my unforgettable and amazing four years of college.”
Chelsea, traveled in June
This northern Thailand tour focuses on Chiang Mai and surrounding provinces over 10 days with cultural sites and natural areas. Major temples like Doi Suthep and Wat Chedi Luang are on the itinerary, plus day trips to Doi Inthanon National Park and hill tribe villages. The schedule includes a cooking class, night market visits, and time in the old city where you can walk to most temples. Mid-range hotels in Chiang Mai have good locations near the old city moat. Group size stays under 16 people, ages 8+, with a mix of guided activities and free time to walk around on your own. Total costs around $2,100 (roughly $210 per day) according to 100+ reviews. A full day at Doi Inthanon National Park covers waterfalls, the summit viewpoint, and the twin pagodas built for the king and queen. Hill tribe visits take you to Karen and Hmong villages where you can see traditional clothing and silver work. Your cooking class covers 5-6 Thai dishes at a school outside the city with a market tour first. At the elephant sanctuary, you'll feed and walk with elephants in a forested area (no riding). The night bazaar and Sunday walking street give you chances to try street food and buy local handicrafts. Transportation between sites uses an air-conditioned van, and your guide handles all the logistics for entrances and meals. The pace allows for morning activities and free afternoons several days so you can rest or walk around independently.
Duration 14 days Destinations Chiang Mai, Chiang Dao Age Range Ages 15+ Operator GIVE Volunteers From
20% Off- US$3,195
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- Spring 2026
Spring sees fewer crowds from March to May but offers its own special experiences. Our 9-day cultural route works well - you'll catch floating markets in the cool morning hours and spend hot afternoons in air-conditioned temples and museums. Many pick tours with plenty of water activities, staying in floating bungalows at Khao Sok and also snorkeling around Phi Phi Islands. The 6-day northern highlights tour fits nicely in spring, mixing temple visits with dawn market walks and evening cooking classes. Our travelers particularly enjoy hill tribe treks this season when mountain temperatures stay mild and the trails between villages are in good condition.
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- Summer 2026
Summer tours from June through August focus on staying cool and dry. Our most practical choice is a 9-day journey using air-conditioned transport between sites with lots of water activities mixed in. You'll visit temples early, take cooking classes later and explore night markets when evening brings cooler air. The Golden Triangle region works well too, since higher elevations mean milder temperatures. Many pick our 6-day cultural route featuring botanical gardens, temple visits and also traditional craft workshops - all timed around typical afternoon rains.
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- Fall / Autumn 2026
Fall brings pleasant temperatures and green scenery after the rains. Our most popular September-October tour runs 6 days from Bangkok's canals up to Chiang Mai's temples, stopping at Sukhothai's historical park on the way. The 9-day northern route really comes alive in autumn - you'll see harvest time in rural villages, join morning alms-giving and explore the Golden Triangle when visibility peaks. Hill tribe treks are ideal these months with trails lush but not muddy. Many guests choose tours including Mae Rim's Queen Sirikit Botanical Garden and Thailand's longest canopy walkway when conditions are just right.
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- Winter 2026 / 2027
During winter from November through February, you'll get perfect touring weather in Northern Thailand with cool air and clear skies. Our most requested trip is an 11-day journey where you drive your own tuk-tuk between mountain communities, explore quiet temples and stay at comfortable riverside hotels each night. Many travelers combine Bangkok temple visits with time at an ethical elephant sanctuary near Chiang Mai, plus hands-on cooking lessons for authentic northern dishes. The 9-day route through the Golden Triangle by boat is consistently popular - you'll see the White Temple in Chiang Rai and spend time with hill tribe communities. Families often book our shorter 6-day cultural tours, while hikers head to Doi Inthanon National Park for bamboo rafting and waterfall trails.
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