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Tour Overview
Let's start the journey with Asia Links Travel to explore Northern Thailand! The trip is not just a journey, but a vivid picture of culture, history and nature. From ancient temples to majestic landscapes, from the peace of the countryside to the excitement of the city, this Thailand tour will definitely bring you new and unique experiences.
You will immerse yourself in the sacred space of Wat Phra That Doi Suthep, discover the unique beauty of the White Temple of Chiang Rai, and enjoy the peaceful space by the poetic river.
Let us guide you, and together create wonderful memories in the land of golden temples!
Tour Highlights
- Visit the old city of Chiang Mai, where has spectacular stupas, temples, buildings that survived for over 500 years.
- Stop at the Golden Triangle for the great panorama and the exciting experiences
- Meet the Akha and the Long Neck villagers.
Itinerary
As soon as your arrival in Chiang Mai airport, transfer to the hotel for check-in. Room is on service from 14:00.
We will begin your Active Travel by the visit to the holiest temple in Chiang Mai and take a drive to sightsee around the Old City, where to find the ancient moats and the ruined walls.
Up next, we take on the temple tour to the first and foremost attraction of Chedi Luang Temple which was constructed in the 14th century.
Although it was devastated in the 1545 earthquake, the title of the tallest structure in Chiang Mai in present time is still belong to this age-old one.
Then, we head straight to Wat Phrathat Doi Suthep which occupies a special location of 3,500 meters above sea level.
This age - old beautiful golden pagoda is also holy for containing Buddha's sacred relics making it a popular pilgrimage site.
From the top of Doi Suthep, you can see the panoramic view over the town of Chiang Mai and the Ping valley. To get to the worship place, it takes you 306 steep stairs with Nagas statues placed on both sides.
After the visit at Wat Phrathat Doi Suthep, we will then return to the hotel and spend the night in Chiang Mai.
In the morning, we will have breakfast at the hotel. After that, transfer to Wat Phra Singh for a short visit.
Dated back from 1345, the temple carries the great value of the ancient art of Lanna with the Lanna style viharn and scripture in the North.
Following the itinerary, we will head to Chiang Rai for more adventure. En route, there are some hot springs that are great to soak up in and we will have time to enjoy.
Then, arrive in the White Temple to admire the remarkable construction. Lunch at your expense.
Afterwards, take time to contemplate the Golden Triangle panorama, which is the meeting point of the three nations’ boundaries: Thailand, Myanmar, and Laos.
Proceed next to the Burmese -Thai border market to shop for souvenirs and meet the native Akha and Long Neck.
In the afternoon, we will arrive in the hotel in Chiang Rai. Check - in and be free for the rest of the day. Spend the night in Chiang Rai.
Enjoy your sumptuous breakfast at the hotel and the fresh air in the morning. After that, the vehicle of Asia Links Travel will pick you up and take you to the cruising port to join the cruising trip.
What's included
Trip Notes
1. Best Time to Visit Thailand: Nov – Feb
Thailand has a warm tropical climate, so you can count on warm to hot weather throughout the year but there are many great places that you can visit all year.
Peak season is generally during December to January for everywhere in Thailand but the best time to visit Thailand is actually from November to February which the weather is cool, clear sky and no rain. During this season the weather in the northern regions is chilly at night, but the rest of the country stays a balmy 30°C even in the winter.
March is starting for the hot season but April to May are the hottest and driest months but the southern islands would be the good place to visit.
May to October is the low season and also the cheapest time to travel because the hotel price will be cheaper than other seasons but except some islands like Koh Tao or Koh Samui for example July and August, these periods, hotels are expensive.
2. Thailand Visa Requirements:
Many nationalities, including citizens of Australia, Canada, South Africa, the US and most European countries do not need a visa for stays of up to 30 days. A passport valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry, return ticket or onward travel arrangement needs to be presented upon request at your arrival in Thailand. These requirements are subject to change. Please check with the embassy or consulate in your home country before departure.
3. Car Procedure
| Group | Types of Car |
| 1 - 5 pax | 9-seater car |
| 5 - 9 pax | Two 9 - seater cars |
| 10 - 18 pax | 30 - seater car |
| 19 - 25 pax | 40 - seater car |
Rooms are available from 14.00 on arrival day until 12.00 on departure day. Special requests for early/late check in/out will come with a surcharge.
Airfares (if any) may change without prior notice to e-ticket issuance.
4. Child Policy:
- 0 - 2 years old: Free of charge (Maximum 1 child under 2 years old travels with 2 adults; from the second child, 50% of the regular fare will be applied) .
- 2 - 5 years old: 50% of the regular fare will be applied.
- 5 - 11 years old: 75% of the regular fare will be applied.
- From 12 years and older: 100% of the regular fare will be applied.
During Peak Season and Special Occasions, Surcharges may be Added to the Price:
- Christmas and New Year’s Eve: Compulsory meals would be added during these times of the years, depending on hotels or resorts you stay.
- Peak season during 20 Dec 2020 – 10 Jan 2021, Songkran Festival, Loy Kratong Festival, Chinese New Year: Extra fee required.
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