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182 Chiang Mai trips. Tours from 64 tour companies. 350 reviews. 4.8/5 avg rating.

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Thailand In-Depth Exploration
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By Odynovo
premier
5/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Private Guided
Why we love them
They are able to handcraft custom trip plans in over 70 different destinations worldwide.
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Ayutthaya, Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai, Phuket

Highlights

  • Take in essential sights in the gorgeous capital of Bangkok
  • Spot UNESCO world heritages sites at Sukhothai and Ayutthaya
  • Partake in cooking class and meet with gentle elephants in Chiang Mai
  • Enjoy the sun, sand and sea over at the tropical island paradise of Phuket

Themes

Cultural, Nature & Wildlife

What travelers are saying

"I cannot say enough good things about Odynovo, both on the coordination end (we worked with Laura Li, who was fantastic!) to the on-site people (shout out to our airport contact in Cairo Hassan, our skilled driver Ahmed, our fun Cairo guide Mai, and our knowledgable Aswan/Luxor guide Hazem - BEST crew EVER!!!) who make your trip a seamless, safe, exciting, educational, and all-around transformative life highlight. This experience was seriously a bucket-list one for my husband and me, and I can NOT emphasize enough how important the Odynovo team was to making Egypt an infinitely easier context to navigate. If you've watched travel vloggers and social media influencers attempt to navigate Egypt on their own and complain about a negative experience, fear not - if you go with Odynovo, every. single. thing. will be taken care of. There is NOTHING to worry about, and the experience was entirely positive. The people, the food, the culture, the historical sites and stories - with Odynovo taking care of all the logistical details, these are the only things you need to focus on. I am full of gratitude for the experience I had in Egypt, and I credit Odynovo for it. I will absolutely use them in the future for other destinations, and I urge you to do the same. I know my Egypt experience would not have been nearly the same had I not gone with Odynovo. Check out our adventure here: https://youtu.be/vMlAmVk7vBY Also, a passionate recommendation from my experience: DEFINITELY make the trip to Abu Simbel!! It was a major highlight (we went in a private car that left Aswan around 9am since we'd flown in from Cairo that morning). We stopped at the High Dam first, so by the time we arrived at Abu Simbel, the tour busses were on their way back to Aswan, and we had the whole of the site almost entirely to ourselves. It was one of the most awe-inspiring moments of my life. Do it. Stay the night in Abu Simbel if you can in order to avoid the crowds. It was amazing. ✨"

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Glimpse Of Indochina In 15 Days
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5/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Small Group Tour
Why we love them
They focus on the details to ensure that their travelers get a great introduction to their home country of Vietnam.
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Bangkok , Chiang Mai, Ha Long Bay, Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh, Luang Prabang, Siem Reap

Highlights

  • Enjoy an overnight cruise in the stunning Halong Bay
  • Cycle around the villages of Vietnam and attend a cooking class
  • Explore the biggest temples complex in the world, Angkor Wat
  • See cascades waterfalls right in the middle of lush jungles

Themes

Cultural, Nature & Wildlife, Rafting, Kayaking, Canoeing, Small Ship Cruise

What travelers are saying

"Our family had an amazing time with Realistic Asia’s package. The tour was very suitable for my family, which included children since we loved trekking. We enjoyed the stunning views, and the trek was at an easy pace for our kids. The tour guides and the staff are very professional and enthusiastic. I was very impressed with their attitude. We were very happy with the service and the places we have been to."

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Paradise Untouched: Thailand Honeymoon Packages
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By Exotic Voyages
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5/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Private Guided
Why we love them
A luxury tour company that designs extraordinary, off-the-beaten-path journeys across Asia.
Lodging level
Luxury - 5 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Bangkok , Chiang Mai, Chiang Mai (Thailand), Phuket

Highlights

  • Tailormade Thailand honeymoon tour
  • Midnight gastronomic adventure on a tuk-tuk
  • Monk early morning chanting ritual
  • Private blessing ceremony
  • Thai cooking class
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Themes

Nature & Wildlife, Relaxing Retreats

What travelers are saying

""We used Exotic Voyages for our 3 week trip. Annie made it organized and easy from the very beginning. She worked with me to develop and tweak many itineraries. All of the airline connections were efficient and complete, right down to seating and boarding passes. All hotels were immaculate, reasonable and central to the best locations. All tours and excursions were professional and spot on. There was always someone waiting for us at the airports to help with immigration and luggage. Annie even personalized our trip with a local dinner in Hanoi! She stayed in touch every step of the way. I will use Exotic Voyages again.""

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Exquisite Indochina: 16-Day Journey through Halong Bay, Hoi An, Siem Reap, and Phuket
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By PrestiGo Asia
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5/5 Excellent
60 reviews
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Angkor Wat, Cu Chi Tunnels, Ha Long Bay, Hanoi, Hoi An , Mekong Delta, Phuket, Siem Reap, Tonle Sap Lake

Highlights

  • Explore the stunning Ha Long Bay and the charming Hoi An in Vietnam
  • Marvel at the majestic Angkor Wat and the ancient city of Angkor Thom in Cambodia
  • Relax on the picturesque beaches of Phuket

Themes

Climbing & Mountaineering, Cultural, Family Friendly, High Adventure, Hiking & Walking, Local Immersion & Homestays, Nature & Wildlife, Rafting, Kayaking, Canoeing, Relaxing Retreats, Trekking & Expeditions

What travelers are saying

"We tried many special foods, and visited many beautiful temples. The traffic was so bad, but we also did other fun things to explore Thailand and had a great time every day of our trip. Thanks to Alex and Prestigo Asia for making it all happen!"

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Best of Thailand, Cambodia, and Vietnam Tour
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By China Highlights
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5/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Private Guided
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Bangkok , Hanoi, Mekong Delta, Siem Reap

Highlights

  • Soak up the exotic charm of Thailand's capital city - Bangkok.
  • Interact with the amazing elephants in a way of responsible travel
  • Indulge in the extraordinary seascape of Ha Long Bay
  • Learn about the turbulent history of Ho Chi Minh City
  • Learn about Mekong Delta's farming and fishing traditions
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Themes

Cultural, Nature & Wildlife, Sailing, Photography

What travelers are saying

"I've just returned from my trip to China, a week ago. I've seen many-many interesting places of Guangdong and Guangxi provinces. But most of all i liked my 2-days trip to Longshen villages with my guide Frank from chinahighlights. The day before our trip has started, in Guilin, Frank met me in hotel and told about our journey. Next 2 days we visited traditional ancient chinese villages (the biggest from them are Ping'an and Dazhai), walking around them, saw the rice-terraces landscape (it was really unbelievable). Also we had a hiking between villages, and stayed at night at ZhongLiu village. I haven't seen any tourists in this village, even chinese tourists. It was fantastic cause we've seen real chinese life of local people, including, for example, planting vegetables, collecting tea). Very quiet, fresh air, natural food. Yes, in this village almost no shops, no souvenirs, but you dont need them. All around you a hundred times better. I advice all, who wants to see real chinese life, visit this place, especially this village, stay at night there. Thanks very much to my guide Frank and chinahighlights for this trip!"

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Angkor Wat & Thailand Essential
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By Odynovo
premier
5/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Private Guided
Why we love them
They are able to handcraft custom trip plans in over 70 different destinations worldwide.
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Angkor Wat, Chiang Mai, Phuket, Siem Reap, Ta Prohm, Tonle Sap Lake

Highlights

  • Wander amid the vine-covered courtyards of Angkor
  • Visit the glittering Grand Palace of Bangkok
  • Get close to gentle Thai elephants in Chiang Mai
  • Sunbathe on the golden sandy beaches of Phuket

Themes

Cultural, Local Immersion & Homestays

What travelers are saying

"I cannot say enough good things about Odynovo, both on the coordination end (we worked with Laura Li, who was fantastic!) to the on-site people (shout out to our airport contact in Cairo Hassan, our skilled driver Ahmed, our fun Cairo guide Mai, and our knowledgable Aswan/Luxor guide Hazem - BEST crew EVER!!!) who make your trip a seamless, safe, exciting, educational, and all-around transformative life highlight. This experience was seriously a bucket-list one for my husband and me, and I can NOT emphasize enough how important the Odynovo team was to making Egypt an infinitely easier context to navigate. If you've watched travel vloggers and social media influencers attempt to navigate Egypt on their own and complain about a negative experience, fear not - if you go with Odynovo, every. single. thing. will be taken care of. There is NOTHING to worry about, and the experience was entirely positive. The people, the food, the culture, the historical sites and stories - with Odynovo taking care of all the logistical details, these are the only things you need to focus on. I am full of gratitude for the experience I had in Egypt, and I credit Odynovo for it. I will absolutely use them in the future for other destinations, and I urge you to do the same. I know my Egypt experience would not have been nearly the same had I not gone with Odynovo. Check out our adventure here: https://youtu.be/vMlAmVk7vBY Also, a passionate recommendation from my experience: DEFINITELY make the trip to Abu Simbel!! It was a major highlight (we went in a private car that left Aswan around 9am since we'd flown in from Cairo that morning). We stopped at the High Dam first, so by the time we arrived at Abu Simbel, the tour busses were on their way back to Aswan, and we had the whole of the site almost entirely to ourselves. It was one of the most awe-inspiring moments of my life. Do it. Stay the night in Abu Simbel if you can in order to avoid the crowds. It was amazing. ✨"

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Luxury Thailand Family Trip
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By Exotic Voyages
Local Expert
Verified by Travelstride as locally operated and in the top of their field for customer reviews, local knowledge, and safety.
5/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Private Guided
Why we love them
A luxury tour company that designs extraordinary, off-the-beaten-path journeys across Asia.
Lodging level
Luxury - 5 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

Visits

Chiang Mai

Highlights

  • See the most impressive temples in Thailand
  • Spend half a day in Pottery Village, learn about their history and how to make pottery products
  • Learn about the elephants and trek uphill with them
  • Join a private blessing ceremony in one of the most sacred temples
  • Canoe through the spectacular sceneries of Khao Sok National Park
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Themes

Cultural, Family Friendly, National Parks, Nature & Wildlife

What travelers are saying

""We used Exotic Voyages for our 3 week trip. Annie made it organized and easy from the very beginning. She worked with me to develop and tweak many itineraries. All of the airline connections were efficient and complete, right down to seating and boarding passes. All hotels were immaculate, reasonable and central to the best locations. All tours and excursions were professional and spot on. There was always someone waiting for us at the airports to help with immigration and luggage. Annie even personalized our trip with a local dinner in Hanoi! She stayed in touch every step of the way. I will use Exotic Voyages again.""

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Unveil Thailand's Exotic Beauty in 13-Day - Bangkok, Kanchanaburi, Chiang Mai, and Krabi
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By PrestiGo Asia
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Verified by Travelstride as locally operated and in the top of their field for customer reviews, local knowledge, and safety.
5/5 Excellent
60 reviews
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Bangkok, Chiang Mai (Thailand), Krabi

Highlights

  • Discover the cultural treasures of Chiang Mai, from its stunning temples to the Elephant experiences
  • Indulge in the white-sand beaches and lush rainforests of Krabi
  • Visit historic sites of Kanchannaburi and tranquility of Sangkhlaburi

Themes

Cultural, Education / Learning, Family Friendly, Nature & Wildlife, Relaxing Retreats

What travelers are saying

"We tried many special foods, and visited many beautiful temples. The traffic was so bad, but we also did other fun things to explore Thailand and had a great time every day of our trip. Thanks to Alex and Prestigo Asia for making it all happen!"

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Chiang Mai Reviews & Ratings

4.8/5  Excellent
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Jayson

Dec 2019

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Above our expectation

It was a marvellous trip for us in Indochina. Everything was above our expectations except for the vegetarian food for my wife. The itinerary was perfectly organised...

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Florence

Oct 2019

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Good choice to South East Asia

I will HIGHLY recommend this tour to my family, friends and work colleagues who are thinking about travelling to Vietnam and South East Asia – and will personally re...

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Keith

Aug 2019

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Fanstastic itinerary

Wow!  I couldn’t have asked for a better trip!  Thank you so much. The cities were fantastic as were the rural and water based adventures. The tours and gu...

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Carly

May 2019

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Warmest greetings from Australia

We made it back to Australia and our home town safe and sound. It is a three hour drive to my home town from Brisbane and I didn’t think it was safe for me to make ...

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Jacob

May 2019

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Best travel consultant ever

All of the tour guides were brilliant – Tony in Hanoi and Sody in Cambodia were my personal faves. All the guides spoke very good English, were very friendly, court...

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Chiang Mai Tour Selection Trips

  • Chiang Mai is often forgotten in comparison to its much better known sister in the south, Bangkok, and so it is sometimes treated as a secondary attraction on one's tour of Thailand. However, there are tons of attractions and activities to do in the area, especially if you appreciate wildlife and the outdoors. If this sounds appealing to you, make sure you go on a Thailand tour that spends more than just a day in this city!
  • If you don't care about getting the best deals, you will probably visit Chiang Mai in "winter", which is the most popular time of year to visit. Just remember to expect cool weather at night and pack accordingly by bringing a sweater! 
  • Consider tours that include forays into nearby countries such as Laos and Myanmar (Burma) as well. You will be surprised how different these geographically close countries are.
  • If you have visited Bangkok before, this doesn't mean that you will have a good understanding of what to expect in Chiang Mai. Many travelers are very surprised at how different the cities are, and not just in appearance. The food in Chiang Mai is very different, influenced by the many different ethnic minorities in the area, and there are also significant cultural differences to learn about on a cultural tour. 

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Chiang Mai Weather

Unlike traditional weather patterns, Chiang Mai is a tropical climate and for that reasons it is generally considered to have three “seasons”: hot, cool, and rainy.

The cool season begins in December and continues until February. During this time temperatures generally average in the mid-80s, though it is recommended you pack a warmer layer for night, since the evenings can sometimes become a little chilly. The hot season begins in mid March and lasts until June.

During this time, the daily high can reach up to 104 degrees, and the humidity can also be at an all time high. In Bangkok, in particular, this weather can be unbearable -- though the more mountainous regions like Chiangmai still benefit from cooler evenings and generally cooler weather on average.

The rainy season also begins in June and lasts until the end of October. The weather is much more comfortable with temperature being on average in the high 80’s Fahrenheit during this time. However, it does rain everyday during this time, usually in the late afternoon. If you don’t mind a little rain, it usually only rains for about an hour or two.

While the cool season is usually considered the best time to visit Chiang Mai, because it is the most comfortable weather, the rainy and hot seasons are the best time to find discounted travel. The rainy season in particular is a great time for an eco tour or to observe the jungle, as all the tropical foliage comes alive during this time.

Outdoor Excursions in Chiang Mai

  • ATV Tours. This activity, usually included in adventure tours of Chiang Mai, is one of the best ways to cover ground in the muddy and hilly terrain around Chiang Mai. Not only will the ride be thrilling and an exciting adventure activity, but you will also get a more comprehensive feel for the landscape, and see a lot more of the region.
  • Visit the Elephants. While elephant riding is usually best avoided and considered unethical, there are still many ways to interact with elephants and support their conservation in the Chiang Mai area. At these centers, one of which being the Elephant Nature Park, you will get ot meet, feed, and bathe rehabilitated elephants and learn why elephant riding is so detrimental.
  • River Activities. The Mae Tang river flows through the Chiang Mai area, and is a great way to see some of the area’s incredible scenery, as well as have a great time going whitewater rafting or kayaking. Be aware that the height of the river depends heavily on the time of year, however, so the best time to make a trip to the water is between mid-June until the end of January.
  • Trekking. The tropical and untouched mountains of the Chiang Mai area make it a great place to go on a day hike, or even a multi-day trek. It is recommended that you take a guided hike, as the majority of trails are unmarked and therefore hard to navigate on your own.  Another option is hiking Thailand’s third tallest mountain, Doi Luang Chiang.

Chiang Mai and other Countries

Even if you aren’t on a complete tour of Thailand, Chiang Mai might be an easy location for you to visit on your tour of Southeast Asia! It’s location nearby to Thailand’s borders with Laos and Myanmar make it easy (and worthwhile) to visit  if you are in either country.  If you are thinking about crossing country lines to squeeze in this fantastic city on your Asian tour, here's some useful info:

  • From Kuala Lumpur, a flight to Chiang Mai is just under 3 hours.
  • From Singapore, a flight to Chiang Mai is 3 hours.
  • From Vientiane (capital of Laos), a flight with a single transfer will take just under 3 hours.
  • From Yangdon (Myanmar), a flight will only take 1 hour and 30 minutes.
  • From Mandalay (Myanmar), the plane ride will take 1 hour and 25 minutes direct.

Within Thailand:

  • From Bangkok, a flight to Chiang Mai takes 1 hour and 15 minutes. Taking the 12 hour sleeper train ride is also popular amongst travelers who want to take in the scenic Thai countryside views. A bus ride between the two takes 9 to 12 hours.
  • From Phuket, a flight is two hours. A bus ride is much more arduous, although some travelers do take the 24 hour journey!

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