6-Day Northern Thailand Tour: Ayutthaya, Sukhothai, Chiang Mai and Chiang Rai from Bangkok

Discover the cultural delights of northern Thailand on this 6-day coach tour from Bangkok to Chiang Mai. With an expert guide, you’ll see the ruins of Ayutthaya and Sukhothai, visit hill tribe villages near Chiang Rai, and watch both elephants and artisans at work in Chiang Mai. Head to the Thailand- Myanmar (Burma) border for the opportunity to walk across the bridge (depending on border conditions). Enjoy views from the Golden Triangle with optional boat ride on the Mekong River, and dine on traditional Thai delicacies in local restaurants daily.

Itinerary

Day 1: Ayutthaya

Stop At: Ayutthaya, Ayutthaya, Ayutthaya Province
Visit Ayutthaya, where ruins of temples and palaces still remain. Walk around and learn about the canal and river network that helped Ayutthaya to flourish. Then, drive through the Thai countryside to Lopburi, see a 13th-century Buddhist temple now inhabited by hundreds of monkeys! Later, visit the town of Phitsanulok, and see numerous houseboats.
Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Lopburi Province, Lopburi Province
Visit Ayutthaya, where ruins of temples and palaces still remain. Walk around and learn about the canal and river network that helped Ayutthaya to flourish. Then, drive through the Thai countryside to Lopburi, see a 13th-century Buddhist temple now inhabited by hundreds of monkeys! Later, visit the town of Phitsanulok, and see numerous houseboats.
Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Phitsanulok, Phitsanulok, Phitsanulok Province
Visit Ayutthaya, where ruins of temples and palaces still remain. Walk around and learn about the canal and river network that helped Ayutthaya to flourish. Then, drive through the Thai countryside to Lopburi, see a 13th-century Buddhist temple now inhabited by hundreds of monkeys! Later, visit the town of Phitsanulok, and see numerous houseboats.
Duration: 30 minutes

Meals included:
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Accommodation included: The Imperial Phisanulok

Day 2: Sukhothai

Stop At: Sukhothai, Sukhothai, Sukhothai Province
Visit Sukhothai, admire numerous standing Buddha statues as you explore the ruined temples. Then, head to nearby Si Satchanalai, where you’ll have lunch. Later, drive through rural Thailand toward Chiang Rai. En route, stop in Phayao, a small 11th-century town.
Duration: 30 minutes

Pass By: Chiang Rai, Chiang Rai, Chiang Rai Province
Visit Sukhothai, admire numerous standing Buddha statues as you explore the ruined temples. Then, head to nearby Si Satchanalai, where you’ll have lunch. Later, drive through rural Thailand toward Chiang Rai. En route, stop in Phayao, a small 11th-century town.

Meals included:
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Accommodation included: Teak Garden Spa Resort

Day 3: chiang rai

Stop At: Doi Mae Salong, Chiang Rai Thailand
Visit several hill tribe villages. Enjoy mountain views, stopping in the Chinese settlement of Doi Mae Salong. Reach the Akha and Yao tribes, where villagers continue to wear traditional garments, learn about the customs of village life. Later, see Mae Sai, Thailand’s northernmost town near the Myanmar border. Drive to the heart of the Golden Triangle where the Ruak and Mekong Rivers meet. Enjoy views of Myanmar, Laos, Thailand and the mighty rivers below. Afterward, visit Chiang Saen, where evidence of the original 13th-century city can still be seen.
Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Mae Sai, Mae Sai, Chiang Rai Province
Visit several hill tribe villages. Enjoy mountain views, stopping in the Chinese settlement of Doi Mae Salong. Reach the Akha and Yao tribes, where villagers continue to wear traditional garments, learn about the customs of village life. Later, see Mae Sai, Thailand’s northernmost town near the Myanmar border. Drive to the heart of the Golden Triangle where the Ruak and Mekong Rivers meet. Enjoy views of Myanmar, Laos, Thailand and the mighty rivers below. Afterward, visit Chiang Saen, where evidence of the original 13th-century city can still be seen.
Duration: 30 minutes

Meals included:
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Accommodation included: Teak Garden Spa Resort

Day 4: Mae Ka Chan

Stop At: Chiang Rai, Chiang Rai, Chiang Rai Province
Depart for Chiang Mai with your guide, stopping first in Mae Ka Chan, famous for its hot spring.
Duration: 30 minutes

Meals included:
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Accommodation included: Empress Chiangmai

Day 5: Sankampaeng

Stop At: Sankampaeng Hot Springs, 1 Moo 7 Ban Sa Ha Khon, Chiang Mai 50130 Thailand
)Visit an elephant camp where skilled mahouts (trainers) demonstrate how elephants have worked in the jungles for centuries. Watch in amazement as the elephants reveal their intelligence and strength. After lunch at a local restaurant, see the district of Sankampaeng, where Chiang Mai’s cottage industries flourish. Watch artisans create beautiful crafts.
Duration: 30 minutes

Meals included:
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Accommodation included: Empress Chiangmai

Informacion Adicional
"This tour requires a minimum of 2 passengers to operate. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund"
"Boat ride to Laos costs approximately US$17"
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"Accommodation is on a private double basis with rooms containing two twin beds or one queen bed. Triple rooms contain two twin beds, with an additional rollaway bed provided"
"If you are traveling with children, an extra bed will be placed in a room"
"On day 3: Depending on conditions at the Thailand-Myanmar border, your group may have the option to cross the bridge into Myanmar on an approximate one-hour exploratory walk with your guide. (Two photocopies of your passport are required along with a border pass fee.)"
"Most travelers can participate"
"This tour/activity will have a maximum of 3 travelers"
"Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 3 days of travel. In this case confirmation will be received within 48 hours, subject to availability"



Start Time: 06:00 AM
Duration: 5 Days
Start location: Traveler pickup is offered
Please be aware that the pick-up for this tour is included and covers all the hotel located in the following areas: (Silom Road, Thai Cultural Centre, Phaya Thai, Huai Khang, Bang Rak, Sathorn, Surawong Road, Rajdamri Road, Ram Buttri Chana Songkhram, Luangsuan Road, Khaosan Road)
For hotel pick-ups outside of this area, an additional charge may be applied or a closer meeting point pick-up may be suggested to you by our Team upon reception of your booking.

Cancellations and refunds: If you cancel at least 7 day(s) in advance of the scheduled departure, there is no cancellation fee.
If you cancel between 3 and 6 day(s) in advance of the scheduled departure, there is a 50 percent cancellation fee.
If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, there is a 100 percent cancellation fee.

Included

• English-speaking guide
• 5-night accommodation in 4-star hotels
• Private transportation
• 5x Lunch
• Accommodation included: 5 nights

Not Included

Facilities