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Discover temples, mountains, and culture on a Northern Thailand 7 Days Tour. From Bangkok to Chiang Rai, this Thailand travel guide highlights the best destinations. Book your unforgettable Thailand tour now with Asia King Travel!
Discover Northern Thailand 7 days tour
A Northern Thailand Tour is not only a holiday, it's an experience that combines culture, history, nature, and adventure in one unforgettable trip. Unlike Thailand's southern beaches, the north provides a different type of beauty: mist shrouded mountains, golden temples, vibrant hill tribes, and cities with just the right blend of tradition and modern convenience.
One of the strongest arguments for a Northern Thailand Tour 7 Days is the diversity of experience that it packs into seven days. In Bangkok, you can experience the essence of city Thailand with its royal palaces and floating markets. Phitsanulok moves you closer to Thai spirituality and the origins of its religion as you head north, and Chiang Mai engulfs you in culture, cuisine, and adventure. Chiang Rai and the Golden Triangle finish off the journey with unique temples and stunning scenery.
Best places to visit in Northern Thailand
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Your Northern Thailand trip starts in Bangkok, the bustling capital of Thailand where tradition comes alive with modern energy. Spend two days seeing why the capital is more than just a stopover. Day one starts with the Grand Palace, one of the most iconic sites in Thailand. Its golden towers and fine murals relate stories of the history of the country's royal past. Just close by lies Wat Pho, where the massive Reclining Buddha resides and the chance to experience authentic Thai massage, honed for centuries.
In the evening, ride a dinner cruise along the Chao Phraya River and watch Bangkok's skyline at night. Street food is also a showstopper: pad thai, grilled satay, and mango sticky rice are absolute must-tries.
The temple of reclining buddha - Wat Pho
The second day sees most Thailand tours visit the Damnoen Saduak Floating Market, where tropical fruits, snacks, and souvenirs get packed into boats. You might also visit the old capital city of Ayutthaya, where shattered ruins and statues speak volumes of Thailand's glorious past. Both of these first two days blend modern life with age old traditions to set the stage for your Northern Thailand Tour 7 Days adventure.
Damnoen Saduak Floating Market in Bangkok
Day three sees your Northern Thailand Tour 7 Days leave the city commotion of Bangkok and head northwest to Phitsanulok, a spiritual and ancient city. The drive or train journey gives a flavor of rural Thailand, with rice paddies, small villages, and landscapes a far cry from the skyline of the capital city.
Phitsanulok is best known for Wat Phra Si Rattana Mahathat, which contains the Phra Buddha Chinnarat. The Buddha is represented in golden statue form and is considered to be one of the prettiest Buddha statues in Thailand, drawing pilgrims from all over the country to the temple. Inside the temple, the air is serene, and individuals can connect with the spiritual side of Thailand.
Wat Phra Si Rattana Mahathat in Phitsanulok
For history buffs, Phitsanulok is a departure point for Sukhothai Historical Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that is one hour away. If included in your Thailand tour, this outing is unforgettable. Sukhothai, which was the ancient capital of Thailand, boasts the birthplace of Thai architecture and Buddhism. A stroll through the old temples and lotus ponds is like taking a journey through time.
The beauty of Sukhothai Historical Park
This stop marks a transition from Bangkok's dynamism to the calmer, more spiritual pace of life in Northern Thailand, making Phitsanulok a significant stopover.
Day four takes you to Chiang Mai, the "Rose of the North." Having left Phitsanulok, the journey introduces you to the geology of Northern Thailand, where forest and mountain formations increasingly dominate the landscape.
Within the city walls are the temples of Wat Phra Singh and Wat Chedi Luang, which are traditional examples of Lanna architecture existing solely in Northern Thailand. Not only are such temples architectural marvels but also living hubs of religion, where one can witness local piety.
Famous Wat Phra Singh temple in Chiang Mai
Chiang Mai is also famous for its markets. The Night Bazaar is one of the gems in any guide to Thailand, offering handicrafts, silk scarves, silver jewelry, and street food. The food you should not miss to try when you're there is khao soi, a coconut curry noodle soup.
Evening in Chiang Mai is relaxed compared to Bangkok, and you may unwind there through viewing of traditional dances or visiting cafés found in remodeled wooden houses. In a Northern Thailand tour, this city introduces you to a blend of history, art, and local life that makes tourists fall in love with the region.
The Night Bazaar in Chiang Mai
The fifth day of your Northern Thailand Tour 7 Days , is devoted to exploring Chiang Mai further. The highlight is typically a visit to Wat Phra That Doi Suthep. Perched atop a hill over the city, this temple is the holiest in Thailand. The climb up its naga staircase is worthwhile for the views of Chiang Mai and the stupa shining in the light.
Aside from temples, Chiang Mai has much to offer culturally. Taking a Thai cooking class is a favorite activity, shopping for the ingredients at local markets and learning the preparation of traditional dishes. For those who want adventure, ziplining through the jungle or mountain hiking offers an adrenaline rush combined with nature's beauty.
Experience Thai cooking class in Chiang Mai
Chiang Mai is also the gateway to ethical elephant sanctuaries. Sanctuaries provide tourists with the opportunity to learn about conservation and interact with elephants responsibly, so tourism can benefit rather than harm these big creatures.
Ethical and Sustainable Elephant Sanctuary in Chiang Mai
Day six is a drive from Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai, Northern Thailand's gem. The drive itself is not to be forgotten, through mountain roads, thick forests, and countryside villages that showcase the understated beauty of the rural lifestyle. It's a travel day, but one that's well worth going to the trouble to reach the destination.
Chiang Rai is best known for having unusual temples, which are quite different from the usual Thai temple formations elsewhere in Thailand. The most renowned is the White Temple, or Wat Rong Khun. The modern temple gleams in white plaster and mirrors, with a surrealistic atmosphere that blends art, religion, and fantasy.
The White Temple - Wat Rong Khun
The other one that cannot be missed is the Blue Temple (Wat Rong Suea Ten) with blue and gold colors making a dramatic impression or The Black House (Baan Dam Museum) offers a darker but equally interesting alternative in its wood carvings and other art pieces.
However, the laid back environment of Chiang Rai is a nice relief from the city chaos of Chiang Mai so visitors can take a step back and enjoy the unique art and creativity inherent to this city. Chiang Rai is a cultural treasure among any Thailand guidebook, with its contemporary take on temple design and artistic flair in Northern Thailand.
The Black House - Baan Dam Museum
Your final day of Northern Thailand Tour 7 Days takes you to the legendary Golden Triangle, a site rich in history and culture. It is the location where three Thailand, Laos, and Myanmar countries converge along the Mekong River. Once infamous for trading opium, the Golden Triangle is now a peaceful site that attracts tourists with its unique geography and history.
A highlight is a boat trip along the Mekong River, with stunning views of the surrounding countryside and an eye opener to the neighboring countries. The Hall of Opium Museum is also a stop on most tours and is a documentation of the region's chequered history and the world-wide importance of the opium trade.
The Golden Triangle
During the journey, one can stop over at hill tribe villages and interact with the tribes that have preserved their culture for over two centuries. The tours offer the perfect chance to learn about different cultures in Thailand.
Finishing your Thailand tour here is just the way it should be. From the bustling streets of Bangkok to the peaceful temples of Chiang Rai and the panoramic views of the Golden Triangle, this journey presents the best of Thailand's history, religion, and loveliness.
Stunning view of Mekong River
The 7 Day Northern Thailand Tour is the ideal way to experience the nation's most genuine wonders. From Bangkok's golden temples to the idyllic scenery of Chiang Rai, every day is filled with new activity that combines history, culture, and nature. This is not a vacation, it's an immersion into the culture and essence of Northern Thailand.
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