Northern Thailand Tour — 7N/8D
Temples, elephants, and the Golden Triangle — Thailand beyond the beaches
Private & Curated
Travel only with your people, your way. No crowded buses.
Expert Curation
Handpicked boutique stays and highly immersive local activities.
24/7 Concierge Support
We are with you every step of the journey for a seamless trip.
Overview
Most India-to-Thailand packages stop at Bangkok and the islands. This one goes north — into the mountains, the temples, and the Thailand that existed long before the beach bars.
You start in Bangkok with the Grand Palace, a Chao Phraya dinner cruise, and a Safari World day that's especially good if you're travelling with family. Then a short domestic flight drops you in Chiang Mai — a city ringed by 300 temples, famous night bazaars, and ethical elephant sanctuaries where you walk with elephants instead of riding them. Doi Suthep glitters on the mountainside above the city, and the Old City's lanes are lined with monk-blessed wristband stalls and ₹100 pad thai.
The final stretch is Chiang Rai — quieter, stranger, more artistic. The White Temple looks like it was carved from ice. The Blue Temple glows neon inside. The Golden Triangle viewpoint sits exactly where Thailand, Myanmar, and Laos meet at the Mekong River. And the tea plantations in the surrounding hills produce some of the best oolong in Southeast Asia.
Eight days, three cities, one domestic flight, and a private car for every road transfer. This is premium Thailand — culture-forward, crowd-light, and built for travellers who've already done the beach thing.
Trip Highlights
- Bangkok Grand Palace + Chao Phraya dinner cruise with live Thai music
- Ethical elephant sanctuary in Chiang Mai — walk with elephants, no riding
- Doi Suthep Temple — 309 steps up to Chiang Mai's golden hilltop icon
- White Temple (Wat Rong Khun) — Chiang Rai's surreal all-white masterpiece
- Golden Triangle viewpoint — stand where Thailand, Myanmar, and Laos meet
- Chiang Mai Sunday Night Market — 1 km of street food, crafts, and live music
- Domestic flight Bangkok→Chiang Mai included — no overnight buses
- Private AC car for all road transfers — Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai scenic drive
Inclusions
- 7 nights accommodation with daily breakfast (Bangkok 2N + Chiang Mai 3N + Chiang Rai 2N)
- Domestic flight: Bangkok to Chiang Mai (economy class, 20kg baggage included)
- Private AC car for all road transfers and sightseeing
- Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai scenic drive by private car (3 hrs)
- Airport transfers in Bangkok and Chiang Rai
- Bangkok Grand Palace + Temple of Dawn half-day tour
- Chao Phraya dinner cruise with Thai buffet and live music
- Safari World full-day (Marine Park + Safari Park) with transfers
- Chiang Mai ethical elephant sanctuary half-day visit
- Doi Suthep Temple visit with guide
- Chiang Rai White Temple + Blue Temple full-day tour
- Golden Triangle viewpoint + Hall of Opium Museum
- English-speaking driver-cum-guide throughout
- All toll charges, parking fees, and driver allowance
- 24/7 on-trip support from DesiNomads team
Exclusions
- International flights to Bangkok and from Chiang Rai (or Bangkok)
- Thailand is visa-free for Indians — no visa fee applicable
- Travel insurance (recommended)
- Lunch and dinner (except Chao Phraya dinner cruise)
- Entry tickets not mentioned in inclusions
- Optional activities — Thai cooking class, zip-lining, boat trip on Mekong
- Night market shopping and personal expenses
- Tips, laundry, minibar, and anything not explicitly mentioned
Terms & Policies
Terms & Conditions
Terms & Conditions
- Booking Confirmation: A booking is confirmed only upon receipt of the advance payment and written confirmation from DesiNomads.
- Travel Documents: Guests are responsible for carrying valid travel documents including passport with 6 months validity.
- Itinerary Changes: DesiNomads reserves the right to modify the itinerary due to weather, flight schedules, or circumstances beyond our control.
- Domestic Flights: Bangkok–Chiang Mai flight is subject to airline schedule changes. DesiNomads will rebook on next available flight if cancelled.
- Force Majeure: Not liable for delays caused by natural disasters, pandemics, government restrictions, or acts of God.
- Hotel Check-in/Check-out: Standard check-in 2:00 PM, check-out 11:00 AM. Early check-in subject to availability.
- Elephant Sanctuary: Participation is at guest's own risk. Follow all safety instructions from sanctuary staff.
- Liability: DesiNomads acts as an intermediary between travellers and service providers.
- Disputes: Subject to the jurisdiction of courts in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India.
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation Policy
- 30+ days before travel: Full refund minus 5% processing fee
- 15–30 days: 25% cancellation charge
- 7–15 days: 50% cancellation charge
- Less than 7 days: No refund
- No-show: No refund
- Domestic flight: Airline cancellation charges apply separately
Tour Pricing & Options
Standard Package
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Best Time to Travel
November to February (cool season, 18–28°C in the north). Peak: December to January. Chiang Mai flower festival in February. Avoid March to May — extreme heat and burning season haze in the north. June to October is green but rainy.
Departs From
Ahmedabad (AMD)
Delhi (DEL)
Mumbai (BOM)
Duration
8D / 7N
*Prices subject to seasonal variation & availability