9 days
Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Mae Hong Son
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Watch Bangkok come alive beside the river, glide through its canals by long-tail boat and explore Ayutthaya’s temple courtyards by tuk-tuk. Then fly north for Chiang Mai’s Lanna flavours and the mountain landscapes of Mae Hong Son. This 9-day Thailand journey brings city culture, rural markets and the cool forest atmosphere of Doi Inthanon into one varied holiday.
Your route starts in Bangkok and finishes in Chiang Mai, with a domestic flight between the two and a scenic road journey to Mae Hong Son. Stay four nights in Bangkok, two in Chiang Mai and two in Mae Hong Son. The northern section suits travellers who enjoy mountain scenery and are comfortable with winding roads and two substantial driving days.
This is a sample itinerary, designed around you. Choose your hotel category, travel dates and preferred pace. Vietpower Travel can add a restful mountain night, adjust walking or connect this journey with Vietnam and other destinations in our Indochina tour collection.
Send your Bangkok arrival and Chiang Mai departure details, dates, group size and hotel preferences. We will connect the airport transfers, domestic flight and touring days into a clear programme. Plan your Thailand holiday with Vietpower Travel or enquire using this tour’s booking form. Email our travel team.
| Days | Experience | Overnight |
| 1 | Bangkok arrival; time to settle in | Bangkok |
| 2 | Royal temples, a private canal boat and Bangkok after dark | Bangkok |
| 3 | Maeklong railway market, Damnoen Saduak and local crafts | Bangkok |
| 4 | Ayutthaya by tuk-tuk and Aranyik artisans | Bangkok |
| 5 | Fly to Chiang Mai; Doi Suthep, Wat Umong and a Khantoke dinner | Chiang Mai |
| 6 | Scenic mountain road journey to Mae Hong Son | Mae Hong Son |
| 7 | Su Tong Pae bamboo bridge, village life, waterfall and Pang Tong | Mae Hong Son |
| 8 | Return towards Chiang Mai with a Doi Inthanon forest visit | Chiang Mai |
| 9 | Breakfast and Chiang Mai airport transfer | — |
The early days are rich in colour: gilded temple roofs, flowers at the evening market, canal-side houses and Ayutthaya’s old brick towers. In the north, slow down for Lanna food, a bamboo bridge across the fields and forest paths on Thailand’s highest mountain. There is time to enjoy each place, with your driver handling the mountain roads.
Prefer a beach finish? Compare our Thailand culture and cuisine tour with Phuket. Explore the wider Thailand tour collection for other route ideas; we will help you choose the best fit rather than squeeze every destination into one trip.
Since 2009, Vietpower Travel has helped thousands of travellers from around the world explore Vietnam and Indochina. We understand that planning a holiday far from home means placing your trust in the people arranging it.
Vietpower Travel holds International Tour Operator Licence 01-711/2015/TCDL-GPLHQT under Vietnam’s Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism, giving you the reassurance of an established, licensed local travel company.
We take the time to understand your interests, travel style and budget, drawing on our local knowledge to recommend suitable hotels, restaurants, cruises and experiences. Our long-standing relationships with local partners help us arrange dependable services at fair prices.
Staying in close contact with these partners keeps our recommendations current as services change and new experiences become available. Throughout your holiday, our team coordinates your itinerary and provides support when you need it.
Before you book, your quotation clearly explains what is included, any shared arrangements and items priced separately, so you know what to expect.
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Before payment, we confirm the dated route, hotel names and room categories, private or shared services, Bangkok–Chiang Mai flight and baggage allowance, included meals and activities, price and supplements, payment schedule and cancellation terms. Temple access, railway-market timing, boat operations, performances and mountain visits follow local conditions. We plan the day order and practical alternatives with you; extra nights and optional activities are quoted separately.
It starts in Bangkok and finishes in Chiang Mai. There are eight hotel nights: four in Bangkok, two in Chiang Mai and two in Mae Hong Son. International arrival and departure flights are arranged separately.
Yes. The sample includes one economy-class domestic flight with airport tax. Allow about 1 hour 15 minutes to 1 hour 25 minutes for the flight itself, plus airport and transfer time. We confirm the actual flight and baggage allowance for your dates.
It can suit families who enjoy culture and scenery and are comfortable with mountain roads. Days 6 and 8 are substantial driving days. Tell us children’s ages, mobility needs and sensitivity to winding roads; an extra mountain night can give your group a gentler pace.
Day 3 visits Maeklong railway market and Damnoen Saduak floating market. Day 2 includes the private Bangkok canal boat. A paddleboat ride at Damnoen Saduak is optional and paid separately in this sample.
The sample features Su Tong Pae bamboo bridge, Ban Gung Mai Sak, Wat Phu Sama, Pha Suea waterfall and Pang Tong’s royal development project. The two-night stay gives you a full local sightseeing day between the mountain transfers.
The sample includes the summit area and a short walk on the Ang Ka forest boardwalk, rather than a full trekking day. It is also the return transfer day to Chiang Mai, so we keep the park visit focused. Longer walks can be planned with extra time.
Eight breakfasts, one lunch on Day 4 and two dinners on Days 2 and 5 are listed. Other lunches, dinners, drinks and optional market snacks are at your own expense.
Yes. Vietpower Travel can tailor hotel categories, add mountain nights or connect the tour with Vietnam or a beach extension. Send your flights, dates and priorities for a personalised itinerary and quotation.
Find your own rhythm in Thailand’s cities and mountains. Share your dates, group and preferred balance of temples, local life and mountain time. Plan your Thailand journey on WhatsApp or email our travel team for a personalised itinerary and quotation.
Highlights
Explore this route on Google Maps — daily sightseeing points, the northern mountain road and the Bangkok–Chiang Mai flight.
| By Day | Transfer | Destinations | Activities | Meals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Bangkok | Bangkok arrival; private airport transfer and time to settle in | ||
| Day 2 | Bangkok | Bangkok royal temples, canal life and an evening of Thai flavours | B, D | |
| Day 3 | Bangkok, Maeklong, Damnoen Saduak, Samut Songkhram | Maeklong railway market, Damnoen Saduak and countryside crafts | B | |
| Day 4 | Bangkok, Ayutthaya, Aranyik | Ayutthaya temples by tuk-tuk and Aranyik craftsmanship | B, L | |
| Day 5 | Bangkok, Chiang Mai | Fly to Chiang Mai; Doi Suthep, Wat Umong and a Khantoke evening | B, D | |
| Day 6 | Chiang Mai, Mae Hong Son | Scenic private road journey from Chiang Mai to Mae Hong Son | B | |
| Day 7 | Mae Hong Son | Bamboo-bridge mornings, local villages, waterfall and Pang Tong | B | |
| Day 8 | Mae Hong Son, Doi Inthanon, Chiang Mai | Mountain return via Doi Inthanon; overnight in Chiang Mai | B | |
| Day 9 | Chiang Mai | Chiang Mai departure; private airport transfer | B |
Welcome to Thailand. Your local guide and driver meet you at Suvarnabhumi Airport and take you to your Bangkok hotel, with services arranged by Vietpower Travel.
Settle in, relax after your journey and enjoy a gentle first evening. If you arrive early, we can arrange early check-in or an extra night in your quotation. Today is kept free rather than starting with a full sightseeing schedule.
Overnight: Bangkok
After breakfast, explore Wat Pho, known for its great reclining Buddha, then visit the Grand Palace complex and the temple of the Emerald Buddha. Your guide brings the royal history and temple details to life; leave time to enjoy the courtyards rather than hurry through them.
After lunch at your own expense, board a private long-tail boat for Thonburi’s canals. See waterside homes, visit the Baan Silapin artists’ area and enjoy a photo stop around Wat Paknam as the day’s route allows.
In the evening, return to Bangkok’s historic quarters for an included Thai dinner by the river. Continue to Pak Khlong Talat flower market and the Memorial Bridge area for a different view of the city after dark. The final order follows opening times and local conditions.
Overnight: Bangkok
Travel from Bangkok into the Samut Songkhram countryside. Take the short regional train experience and visit Maeklong railway market, where the stalls sit close to the tracks. Your guide plans the visit around the current train timetable.
Continue to Damnoen Saduak floating market for canal-side colour, boats and local snacks. A paddleboat ride is optional and paid separately in this sample. Visit a local palm-sugar producer to see another side of the countryside.
After lunch at your own expense, visit the King Rama II Memorial Park area, an orchard and Benjarong ceramic artisans according to the local programme. Return to Bangkok for the evening.
Overnight: Bangkok
Leave Bangkok after breakfast for Ayutthaya. A local Kermit-style tuk-tuk adds character to the visit between historic temple sites, including Wat Lokayasutharam and Wat Mahathat.
Enjoy the included lunch and time to browse local market flavours. Continue to Aranyik to learn about the village’s traditional metalwork and sword-making craft, with workshop access arranged for your visit.
Return to your Bangkok hotel. This final Bangkok night keeps tomorrow’s airport transfer straightforward.
Overnight: Bangkok
Your driver takes you to the airport for the included Bangkok–Chiang Mai domestic flight. The flight itself typically takes about 1 hour 15 minutes to 1 hour 25 minutes. Flight number and departure time are confirmed for your travel date rather than fixed to an old timetable.
Meet the local team on arrival and transfer to your Chiang Mai hotel. Visit Wat Phra That Doi Suthep for its golden temple and views over the city, then enjoy the wooded grounds and tunnels of Wat Umong. The day’s order follows the flight, hotel check-in and temple opening hours.
This evening, enjoy an included Khantoke dinner with Lanna-style dishes and a cultural performance. It is a memorable introduction to northern Thailand’s food and traditions.
Overnight: Chiang Mai
After breakfast, set out by private vehicle for Mae Hong Son. The mountain journey is part of the experience, with changing valleys, forested slopes and places to pause along the way.
Use the northern road through the Pai corridor for the outward journey, with comfort stops planned by your driver. Reserve the day for travelling rather than treating it as a short city transfer: the winding roads and breaks make journey time variable.
Arrive in Mae Hong Son, check in and relax. Enjoy a quiet evening and the slower rhythm of this mountain town.
Overnight: Mae Hong Son
Begin early at Su Tong Pae bamboo bridge, a peaceful place to enjoy the fields and mountain surroundings. If the local alms-giving takes place during your visit, observe respectfully with your guide’s advice.
Continue through Ban Gung Mai Sak and Wat Phu Sama, then return to refresh at your hotel before the next part of the day.
Visit Pha Suea waterfall and Pang Tong, the royal development project associated with highland agriculture and livestock. Enjoy the gardens and the local landscape, with access planned around the site’s current operation. Return to Mae Hong Son for your second night.
Overnight: Mae Hong Son
Depart early after breakfast for the journey back towards Chiang Mai. The return takes the southern mountain corridor through Khun Yuam and Mae Chaem towards Doi Inthanon, creating a different road experience from the outward journey.
Visit the Doi Inthanon summit area and enjoy a short walk on the Ang Ka forest boardwalk. Moss, tall trees and cool mountain air make this a forest experience; open panoramic views are not a feature promised at the summit.
This is a full travel day with a focused park visit. Keep the sightseeing concise and leave time for comfort stops and the onward drive to Chiang Mai. For a gentler pace or longer mountain walks, Vietpower Travel can add a night to your personalised programme.
Reach your Chiang Mai hotel and relax. No additional evening excursion is scheduled after the drive.
Overnight: Chiang Mai
Enjoy breakfast and any free time that fits your departure schedule. Your driver takes you to Chiang Mai Airport for the onward flight.
The transfer is arranged around your confirmed flight and the hotel’s check-out time. International flights and any early check-in or late check-out supplement are not included in the sample price.
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Choose a hotel category that fits your comfort and budget. The sample has eight breakfasts, one lunch and two dinners; other meals give you freedom to explore local food. Tell us dietary needs and mobility preferences so the team can plan suitable services.
Entry requirements depend on your passport and journey. Check the official Thai e-Visa website of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs for current eligibility and application information. Vietpower Travel can help you prepare trip information; the issuing authority decides visa outcomes. Applicable visa fees are excluded. Official portal checked 7 October 2026.
Send your flights, dates, group size and preferred hotel category. Vietpower Travel will confirm your route, domestic flight, hotels, included services and booking terms in writing before payment. Ask us to design your Thailand holiday.
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