Chiang Mai Sky Lantern Festival Escape 4D3N

Experience Chiang Mai at its most magical during the Lantern Festival. This 4-day journey blends gentle elephant encounters, the sacred beauty of Wat Doi Suthep, vibrant night markets, and an unforgettable evening at CAD Cultural Center Lanna, where thousands of glowing lanterns rise into the sky with fireworks, Lanna performances, buffet dinner, and traditional Loy Krathong rituals

4 days 3 nights

Thailand

Classic Highlights

Attractions

Chiang Mai

Duration

4 days 3 nights

Code

CAM01

Type of tour

Private tour

Overview

This 4-day Chiang Mai Lantern Festival holiday will be an excellent itinerary for you to discover the cultural charm and festive beauty of Northern Thailand.

Chiang Mai is one of the most enchanting destinations in Thailand, famous for its ancient temples, mountain scenery, traditional Lanna culture, and warm local atmosphere. This journey combines meaningful nature experiences, sacred heritage sites, and one of the most magical celebrations in the country: the Chiang Mai Lantern Festival.

Begin your trip with a relaxing arrival in Chiang Mai before enjoying a half-day elephant experience at Elephant Jungle Sanctuary, where you can feed, interact with, walk alongside, and bathe the elephants in a natural environment. Continue to Wat Phra That Doi Suthep, one of Chiang Mai’s most sacred temples, known for its golden chedi, Naga staircase, and panoramic views over the city.

HIGHLIGHTS

Experience the magical Chiang Mai Lantern Festival with lantern release, fireworks, and a traditional ceremony
Enjoy a meaningful elephant encounter at Elephant Jungle Sanctuary
Visit the sacred Wat Phra That Doi Suthep and admire panoramic views of Chiang Mai
Discover Lanna culture through local activities, performances, buffet dinner, and Loy Krathong traditions

Itinerary

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Arrival in Chiang Mai, pick up by our local driver and transfer to hotel. Time free and stroll around.

Overnight in Chiang Mai.

Accommodation: At a hotel in Chiang Mai

Meal: N/A

06:30 – 07:00 Pick up from your hotel.

07:00 Drive approximately 1.5 hours South of Chiang Mai through rolling hills, forest, and local farming areas.

08:30 Arrive at the Elephant Jungle Sanctuary. Learn about the elephants and change into traditional Karen clothing.

09:00 Meet the elephants. Feed, interact, and play with the elephants in a natural environment as you learn about their behavior and history. Take photos with the elephants.

09:45 Mud Spa with the elephants.

10:30 Walk with the elephants to a river and bathe them.

11:30 Eat a traditional meal and then say goodbye to the elephants.

12:00 Leave the Elephant Jungle Sanctuary and drive approximately 1.5 hours to Chiang Mai.

13:30 Drop off at your hotel.

Timing & schedule are subject to change depending on the weather condition.

In the afternoon, continue your visit to Wat Phra That Doi Suthep on Doi Suthep, one of the most sacred temples in Chiang Mai. Climb the 329-step staircase flanked by mythical Naga serpents to reach the temple terrace, where you can admire the golden chedi and enjoy panoramic views over the city.

To brighten up your evening, browse the Night Market for yourself. Stay overnight in Chiang Mai.

Accommodation: At the hotel in Chiang Mai

Meals: Breakfast

Today, you have free time in the morning.

12.30-13.00: Pick-up and transfer to the venue The CAD CULTURAL CENTER LANNA On Klang District Mae On Chiang Mai.

14.30-17.30: Arrival & Registration

Show e-ticket at the main entrance
Redeem e-ticket to hanging badge + souvenir
Enjoy Activities, Snacks Craft & Art Zone, Cultural Village, Loy Krathong

17:30 -19.00 – Dinner

Thai Lanna Buffet
Snacks, deserts, non-alcoholick drinks

19.00 – Ritual Area Entry

Gather infront of the great Pagoda. sit at your designed seat

19.40 – Ceremony

Drum & Candle performance
Religious ceremony

20:15 – Lantern Launch + Fireworks

Each guest received 2 lanterns (placed on your seat)

20.45 – End of Ceremony & Transport Back

Shuttle return to hotel.
Timing may shift as needed (depends on traffic condition)

Ticket inclusions (Standard / VIP / Premium Seat):

Ceremony entrance
Lanna Thai Buffet (non-alcoholic drinks)
2 lanterns per person
1 kratong per person
Access to all shows & activity zones

Overnight in Chiang Mai.

Accommodation: At the hotel in Chiang Mai

Meals: Breakfast; Dinner

After breakfast, enjoy some free time at your leisure.

Check out of the hotel and transfer by our driver (without guide) to the airport for your flight back home.

Accommodation: At the hotel in Chiang Mai

Meals: Breakfast

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Trip notes

Tour includes:

Accommodation in twin/double room with daily breakfast at the below indicated room types
Lantern Festival Ticket (Standard seat for 3* hotels; VIP seat for 4* hotels; Premium seat for 5* hotels)
2 lanterns & 1 kratong per person
Access to all shows & activity zones during the Lantern Festival
Experienced English-speaking guide during tours and transfers
Services of a driver and private air-conditioned vehicle during tours and transfers
Entrance fees for all visits as mentioned in the itinerary
Meals (B/L/D) (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner) as indicated in the program
02 bottles of mineral water per person per day on bus - on days of transfer and sightseeing only