Northern Thailand
Many know Thailand for its picturesque beaches and the allure of Bangkok; however, Northern Thailand offers an intriguing variety of charming landscapes, ancient cultural relics and unique traditional lifestyles. Meet the famous long necked women of the Karen Hill Tribe, take an elephant trek through the jungle and walk amongst ancient ruins throughout some of this region’s top destinations.
Sukhothai
Ayutthaya and Sukhothai
4 days, from $1,610.00
On this tour, enjoy a day cruise to Ayutthaya, the former royal capital of Thailand. As you cruise upstream along the historical Chao Phraya River, observe the contrasts of the ever changing scenes of the peaceful and rural Thai lifestyles that thrive on the riverbanks. Visiting various temples and towns around Ayutthaya, journey north to Sukhothai to marvel at its historic park, one of Thailand’s most remarkable World Heritage Sites that features ancient temple ruins and beautiful lotus ponds and moats covering an area of nine square miles.
Wat Pra That Doi Suthep
Chiang Mai
4 days, from $1,587.00
Popularly known as the “Rose of the North,” Chiang Mai is blessed with stunning natural beauty and unique indigenous culture. Founded as the capital of the Lanna Thai Kingdom centuries ago, Chiang Mai remains the economic, cultural and tourism center of Northern Thailand. Situated in a scenic valley, surrounded by farmland, orchards and green mountains, Chiang Mai pleases all who visit with its natural charm.
Karen Hill Tribe
Chiang Rai
4 days, from $1,912.00
The northernmost province of Thailand, Chiang Rai is situated within the Kok River basin. About 490 miles from Bangkok, this mountainous landscape reaches as far north as the Mae Khong River and borders Myanmar and Laos on each side. This province is particularly interesting because of several inhabiting hill tribes who maintain a traditional way of life.
