Chiang Mai Trip Overview
Explore Northern Thailand in just 9 days with the Ultimate Thailand Vacation. Enjoy the opportunity to shut off and fully immerse yourself in 3 incredible destinations and tons of included activities along the way, while meeting new friends from around the globe. Trek through the jungle and discover hidden waterfalls, volunteer with rescued Elephants, watch the sunset over Pai Canyon and absorb the endless culture that Thailand has to offer. Leave it to us to handle your overseas adventure travel experience – from start to finish! If Northern Thailand is calling your name then this is the backpacking tour for you!
Additional Info
Duration: 9 days
Starts: Chiang Mai, Thailand
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Cultural Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Chiang Mai, Chiang Mai, Thailand
Explore Northern Thailand in just 9 days with the Ultimate Thailand Vacation. Enjoy the opportunity to shut off and fully immerse yourself in 3 incredible destinations and tons of included activities along the way, while meeting new friends from around the globe. Trek through the jungle and discover hidden waterfalls, volunteer with rescued Elephants, watch the sunset over Pai Canyon and absorb the endless culture that Thailand has to offer. Leave it to us to handle your overseas adventure travel experience – from start to finish! If Northern Thailand is calling your name then this is the backpacking tour for you!
Itinerary
Day 1: Chiang Mai
Stop At: Chiang Mai, Chiang Mai
Thailand’s 2nd largest city, Chiang Mai is nestled into the northern foothills and is known for its down to earth charm and untouched culture.
Arriving throughout the day, guests will check into the hotel and in the evening the group is heading out for some Northern Thai food, a night market bazaar and a visit to some funky hole in the wall bars!
Included Activities: Night Market bazaar
Duration: 1 day
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Hotel
Day 2: Chiang Mai
Stop At: Chiang Mai, Chiang Mai
Adventure day! Stop off at an Orchid Plantation and butterfly farm on our way out of Chiang Mai and up to the mountains. We will trek through the jungle until we reach Mae Sa Waterfall. Once we’ve enjoyed a dip in the fresh mountain water, we’re having a go at white water rafting before stopping off for lunch.
Included Experiences: Orchid Plantation, Mae Sa Jungle Waterfall Trek, White Water Rafting/Bamboo Rafting (weather dependant) on the beautiful Mae Ping River.
Optional Activities: Bungee Jump (2000 Baht)
Duration: 1 day
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Hotel
Day 3: Chiang Mai
Stop At: Chiang Mai, Chiang Mai
Free day! Explore Chiang Mai as you wish – hit the shopping mall, visit the canyon, go zip lining or chill by the pool. Be back at the hotel before dinner and head out for a night on the town.
Optional Activities: Zip-lining (2000 Baht)
Duration: 1 day
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Hotel
Day 4: Pai
Stop At: Pai, Pai, Mae Hong Son Province
This magical tiny town is set in a picture perfect mountain valley and has tons of activities to keep visitors entertained. You will have the option to learn how to cook delicious Thai dishes, relax with yoga, or visit the amazing Pai Canyon. Please note that our accommodation in Pai does not have air conditioning as it tends to be a lot cooler at night in the north. With this being said, fans are still provided (should you need them).
Take a mini bus from Chiang Mai to Pai (3hrs) making a stop along the way at an incredible temple called Wat Pa Dara Pirom.
Check into the hotel and spend the afternoon chilling by the pool and relaxing on hammocks overlooking farmland. Head to the night market for delicious Thai food and onto Almost Famous for the best cocktails in all of the land.
Included Experiences: Visit Wat Pa Dara Pirom, 3rd Personal Growth/ Group bonding experience
Duration: 1 day
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Guest House
Day 5: Pai
Stop At: Pai, Pai, Mae Hong Son Province
Taste various teas at a Chinese village on the outskirts of Pai. Watch the sunset over Pai Canyon and head out for a night on the town
Included Experiences: Santichon Chinese Village, Pai Canyon
Duration: 1 day
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Guest House
Day 6: Pai
Stop At: Pai, Pai, Mae Hong Son Province
Take part in a traditional Thai Cooking class and then enjoy a free day to explore the mystical town of Pai.
Included Experiences: Cooking Class
Optional Activities: Pai Hotsprings (200 Baht), Yoga Class (300 Baht), Piranha Fishing (300 Baht)
Duration: 1 day
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Guest House
Day 7: Pai To Bangkok
Stop At: Bangkok, Bangkok
Check out and head on a mini bus back to Chiang Mai (3hrs) and a night train back to Bangkok (11hrs)
Duration: 1 day
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight Sleeper Train
Day 8: Bangkok
Stop At: Bangkok, Bangkok
Arrive in the early hours of the morning and spend your final day last minute shopping for souvenirs, exploring the city, catching up on rest, before a final Group Farewell Dinner & party night
Optional Experiences: Food Tour (500 BHT)
Duration: 1 day
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Hotel
Day 9: Bangkok
Stop At: Bangkok, Thailand
Tour ends after hotel check out and goodbyes are said to new travel buddies. Flights depart throughout the day
Duration: 1 day
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
