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The Best of North Thailand, Small Group Tour (English Only)

Name: The Best of North Thailand, Small Group Tour (English Only)
Brand: Elife Travel
Price: 956.76 USD
Availability: InStock

Country:

Thailand

Flight:

Not included

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Tour id:

203142

Operator:

Destination Services Thailand
Length:

4 days
Group size:

8 pax
Age:

2 to 99
Difficulty:
Difficulty levels:
- Relaxing
- Easy
- Moderate
- Serious
- Heart-pumping

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Itinerary

Join this four-day tour to discover the must-see landmarks, museums and temples of Chiang Rai and Chiang Mai. Enjoy a boat trip around the Golden Triangle and discover the awe-inspiring Pha Chor cliff in Mae Wang National Park. Learn about Thailand’s culture and history visiting museums and ancient temples. This tour is operated in a small group of up to 8 passengers.

Tour program

Day 1

ARRIVAL CHIANG RAI – GOLDEN TRIANGLE (70 km – 1 hr)

On arrival to the Chiang Rai Airport (recommended flight PG231, arriving at 08:55 hrs), meet and greet with our representative before you start your day by visiting the highlight of Wat Phra That Chedi Luang, an ancient bell-shaped Lanna style stupa, surrounded by smaller ancient chedis and a historic ordination hall. With 88 metres in height and 24 metres in diameter, Phra That Chedi Luang is the tallest religious structure in Chiang Rai. King Saen Phu, the third king of the Lanna kingdom, erected the stupa circa 1290. Continue to visit the hilltop Wat Phra That Chom Kitti temple, which is reached via a 350-step staircase. Afterwards, head to the Golden Triangle, where Thailand, Laos and Myanmar meet. This natural wilderness gained an unwanted notoriety in the 1960s because of the abundant opium cultivation in the area, but today has been restored to a problem-free area. Then enjoy a boat trip around the Golden Triangle with a stop at Don Sao Island, which forms part of Laos (boat trip lasts approx. 45 minutes). Enjoy lunch at local restaurant (Included). In the afternoon, visit the Hall of Opium Museum, a combination of multimedia and exhibits to make learning more interesting. Aiming to educate people about opium, this exhibition portrays every angle of the drug’s history. Overnight in Chiang Rai.

Start point

Mae Fah Luang - Chiang Rai International Airport (CEI) ท่าอากาศยานแม่ฟ้าหลวง เชียงราย, 404 Phahon Yothin Rd, Mueang Chiang Rai, Chiang Rai 57100, Thailand

09:00

Day 2

CHIANG RAI (270 km – 6hrs)

In the morning, after a tasty breakfast, drive to visit the Doi Tung Royal Project. This project is dedicated to the reforestation of the Doi Tung area. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant (included). In the late afternoon, head to the hotel and check-in, with the remainder of the evening at leisure. Overnight in Chiang Rai.

Day 3

CHIANG RAI - CHIANG MAI (260 kms – 4hrs)

Wake up to breakfast at the hotel, followed by a visit to Baan Dam - the Black House Museum. The museum consists of a collection of almost 40 houses where the colour black predominates and where death is showcased in many forms. Continue to visit the Hilltribe Museum and Education Centre. Learn all about the dozens of hill tribes who, for centuries, have lived in the highlands around the city and see how they have survived the spread of globalization. We´ll drive to the magnificent Wat Rong Khun, a dazzling temple built in the 1990s. Its ornate all-white exterior, with embedded pieces of mirror, gives it a resplendent appearance, which makes it one of the most beautiful temples in Thailand. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant (included). Afterwards, depart to Chiang Mai via Wiang Pa Pao, the south-westernmost district of Chiang Rai, with beautiful scenery along the way. Visit Pha Chor cliff in Mae Wang National Park, where nature has created an unexpected geographical anomaly. Pha Chor is a natural phenomenon of eroded rock pillars. It is believed that this was once the watercourse of the River Ping. When the river changed its route, the site became a hill from the river sediment that piled up into layers. When time passed, it eroded and became cliffs and soil pillars of strange shapes. Continue to the hotel for a well-deserved rest. Overnight in Sanpatong, Chiang Mai.

Day 4

DEPARTURE CHIANG MAI

Charge your batteries with breakfast at the hotel and at around 08:00 am venture out on a Chiang Mai city and temple tour, visiting the Three Kings Monument, Wat Chedi Luang, and the stunning Wat Phra Singh temple. Enjoy one final lunch at a local restaurant (included) and transfer to Chiang Mai Airport at around 01:30 pm. Recommended departure flight after 03:00 pm for domestic flights.

End point

Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) ท่าอากาศยานเชียงใหม่, 60 Mahidol Rd, Mueang Chiang Mai, Chiang Mai 50200, Thailand

13:30

Cancellation Policy

For bookings made on or after the 23rd of April 2026 that incur cancellations will be subject to a 3% cancellation fee, effective from the time of booking.

This is non-refundable for customer cancellations.

Cancellation policy (regular season)

For bookings made prior to 23rd of April 2026: Cancellation more than 15 days prior to dep date: free of charge.

Cancellation 15 days prior to dep date: 50% of package price will be charged.

Cancellation less than 15 days prior to dep date: 100% of package price will be charged.

Failure to arrive will be treated as a no-show and no refund will be given.

Cancellation policy (peak season: 19DEC-10JAN)

Cancellation 45 days prior to dep date: 15% of package price will be charged.

Cancellation 30 days prior to dep date: 50% of package price will be charged.

Cancellation 15 days prior to dep date: 100% of package price will be charged.

Failure to arrive will be treated as a no-show and no refund will be given.

Tour Details

Accommodation

3 night’s accommodation

Day 1-2 Chiang Rai

Superior Hotel Category = Legend Chiang Rai or similar 4*

Day 3 Chiang Mai

Superior Hotel Category = Kaomai Lanna or similar 4*

Transport

Arrival shared transfer in an air-conditioning bus from Chiang Rai International Airport (Day 1)

Departure shared transfer in an air-conditioning bus to Chiang Mai International Airport (Day 4)

Shared transportation in an air-conditioning bus throughout the tour

Insurance

Insurance is not included. Travel insurance is required for this tour. Please make sure you are adequately covered.

Optional

Other activities and services are not included.

Flights

Flights are not included.

Additional Services

All entrance fees and activities mentioned in the itinerary: Wat Phra That Chedi Luang, Wat Phra That Chom Kitti temple, Golden Triangle with a stop at Don Sao Island, Hall of Opium Museum (Day 1); Doi Tung Royal Project (Day 2); Baan Dam, Hilltribe Museum and Education Centre, Wat Rong Khun, Pha Chor cliff (Day 3); Chiang Mai city and temple tour (Day 4)

Meet & Greet

Additional Services

Domestic flights nor International flights. On Day 1, the recommended flight is PG231, arriving at 08:55 hrs. Day 4, recommended departure flight after 03:00 pm for domestic flights

Visas

Drinks during meals (unless specified otherwise)

City tax not included, payable on the spot

Any visit not mentioned in the program

Porterage and gratuities

Expenditures of a personal nature, drinks and meals or items not stated explicitly in the program

Any alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, mineral water, camera/video camera fee (if any)

Travel Insurance or any loss or extra cost arising due to unforeseen circumstances such as flight delays, accidents, etc.

KNOW BEFORE YOU GO

On the last day, the transfer to the airport arrives around 01:30 pm. Recommended departure flight after 03:00 pm for domestic flights

In the event of changes to government taxes (+/ -), rates will be adjusted accordingly to reflect any changes. The adjustment will be based on the official effective dates

Opening times of Temples and places of interest may change without prior notice. Temples and places of interest may be closed without prior notice

We reserve the right to change itineraries and activities due to weather conditions, technical problems or security reasons

Early check-in, late check-out, connecting or adjoining rooms in the hotel are subject to availability and not guaranteed

In many hotels in Thailand, the triple rooms are a double room with an additional bed or sofa bed. Their comfort conditions are lower than the international standards of the triple room

No refund for unused services. Splitting of the package is not allowed

Meals

3 Breakfasts

4 Lunches at local restaurants

Guide

Operated with an English-speaking guide

Good to know

Currency

THB

Baht

Thailand

Customer reviews

Operator

4.4

Faq Tour

How can I book a tour?

You can order a tour on our website by selecting the desired dates and clicking the “Confirm dates” button. You can also contact our sales department by phone or email.

Which payment options are available?

We accept credit cards, bank transfers and other popular payment methods.

Can I change or cancel my reservation?

Yes, changes or cancellations are possible, however penalties may apply depending on the time before the tour starts.

What documents are required to participate in the tour?

You will need a passport with a valid visa (if required) to visit countries along the tour route.