CHIANG MAI
Explore the heart of Northern Thailand on this 5-day, 4-night adventure through the cultural charm and natural wonders of Chiang Mai. Begin with a walking tour of the Old Town, where ancient temples like Wat Phra Singh and Wat Chedi Luang await, then enjoy panoramic views from Doi Suthep Hill. Delve into an unforgettable full-day experience at the Elephant Jungle Sanctuary, where you’ll interact, feed, and bathe elephants in a responsible and ethical environment. Continue your journey to the breathtaking Doi Inthanon National Park, the highest peak in Thailand, for a 2–3 hour jungle trek through lush forests, waterfalls, coffee plantations, and rice terraces. Visit local Karen hill tribe villages and the iconic royal chedis honoring Thai royalty. This itinerary is a perfect combination of culture, wildlife, and outdoor exploration for those seeking authentic Northern Thai experiences.
DAY 1: CHIANG MAI ARRIVAL (-/-/-)
Upon arrival in Chiang Mai, get your own free time for relaxing or just strolling around in the city.
Overnight at hotel in Chiang Mai
Distance:
- Chiang Mai Airport – Chiang Mai Central: 3 miles -> 10 minute driving transfer
DAY 2: CHIANG MAI CITY & DOI SUTHEP (B/-/-)
Breakfast served at the hotel. The morning will be mainly devoted to the walking tour of the old town with a stop at the old wall, the moat and a door of the old town. You will see the most beautiful temples of Chiang Mai: Wat Phra Singh temple, Wat Phan Tao temple, Wat Chedi Luang temple. Then you will stroll along small streets lined with traditional houses, where you will take rickshaw tour. After that, you will take a walking through the central market of Warorot. In the afternoon you will visit the Doi Suthep hill. To brighten up your evening, browse the Night Market for yourself.
Overnight at hotel in Chiang Mai
Distance:
- Chiang Mai Central – Doi Suthep or vice versa: 14 miles -> 1 hour driving transfer
DAY 3: CHIANG MAI – ELEPHANT JUNGLE SANCTUARY (SIC TOUR) (B/L/-)
08:00 – 08:30: Pick up from your hotel or accommodation
08:30: Drive approximately 1.5 hours South of Chiang Mai through rolling hills, forest, and local farming areas.
10:30: Arrive at the Sanctuary. Meet your guide and walk for 10-15 minutes through the Jungle to the Elephant Jungle Sanctuary. Change into traditional Karen clothing. Enjoy an introductory lesson about elephant anatomy, history, and behavior.
11:00: Meet the elephants. Feed, interact, and play with the elephants in a natural environment as you learn about their behavior and history. Take photos with the elephants.
Noon: Enjoy a lunch of traditional Thai food and fresh fruit.
13:00: Learn how to make herbal medicine balls, feed the Elephants, and then walk with the elephants to the river. Bathe and brush the elephants.
14:00: Join the elephants for a therapeutic mud spa. Swim in the river and take photos with the elephants.
15:00: Change clothes and say goodbye to the elephants
15:30: Leave the Elephant Jungle Sanctuary and drive approximately 1.5 hours to Chiang Mai.
17:00-17:30: Drop off at your hotel or accommodation.
Overnight at hotel in Chiang Mai
Distance:
- Chiang Mai Central – the Elephant Jungle Sanctuary: 2 miles -> 10 minute driving transfer
DAY 4: CHIANG MAI – DOI INTHANON – CHIANG MAI (B/-/-)
This day will start with a transfer to Doi Inthanon National Park. It will take approximately 2 hours to the highest peak of Thailand – Doi Inthanon National Park. On arrival, we will spend 2-3 hours trekking through the jungle following a narrow mountain trail which leads us to stunning hidden waterfall in the middle of lush jungle. Along the way before reaching the Pagagayaw Karen hill tribe village, we will pass through the farmland where you will see the coffee plantation, flowers farm and the beautiful rice terraces. Discover the Pagagayaw Karen hill tribe village and taste a cup of locally grown coffee then move on to Wachiratharn Waterfall, a 70 meters high thunderous waterfall. Enjoy the cool fresh air at the waterfall before we continue back to the ground.
After that you will visit the beautiful architecture of Napamaytanidol Chedi and Phra Mahatat Napaphon Bhumisiri which build to honor the 60th birthday of King Bhumipol and Queen Sirikit.
Finally, transfer back to Chiang Mai for your overnight.
Overnight at hotel in Chiang Mai
Distance:
- Chiang Mai Central – Doi Inthanon National Park or vice versa: 54 miles -> 2 hour driving transfer
DAY 5: CHIANG MAI – DEPARTURE (B/-/-)
Morning, you get free time at the hotel until transfer to the airport for departure flight.
Distance:
- Chiang Mai Central – Chiang Mai Airport: 3 miles -> 10 minute driving transfer
HOME SWEET HOME!
Included / Excluded
To help you plan your trip, we have put together a list of what's included and what's not included in your tour package. This will give you a clear understanding of what to expect and help you make any necessary arrangements before your journey begins.
- Hotel Accommodation with daily breakfast (shared in twin/ double room)
- Experience English speaking tour manager on tour
- Private transfer and transportation on tour (Except SIC tour by sharing transfer)
- Rickshaw tour in Chiang Mai city
- SIC Tour from Chiang Mai to the Elephant Jungle Sanctuary
- Meals are mentioned on program (B: Breakfast, Br: Brunch, L: Lunch, D: Dinner)
- Entrance fees are mentioned on the itinerary
- Daily mineral water (2 bottles/ pax/ tour day)
- All flights with tax
- Visa Approval Letter and Visa Stamping fee at arrival counter
- Travel Insurance
- Early check in or late check out
- Drinks and Beverages
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Surcharge for Public Holidays:
o New Year: 31 December 2025 – 02 January 2026 (inclusive)
o Surcharge for festivals (Loy Krathong 14-16 Nov, Sonkran 12-15 Apr…)
o Christmas: 23 – 25 December 2025 (inclusive
o Compulsory Gala Diner on 24 & 31 Dec 2025 (if any). - Airport transfer surcharge for guide between 10:00 pm to 6:30 am is 15 USD/way
- TIPPING for local guide, cruise team, tour manager and driver (compulsory)
- All other services are not mentioned on Inclusions
- Bank fee
Tour Map
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