South East Asia
Thailand — Chiang Mai & the North
Chiang Mai tour package · 5 nights / 6 days
The quieter Thailand — hill temples, an ethical elephant sanctuary, and cooler air.
- Duration
- 5 nights / 6 days
- Best time
- November to February. Avoid March and April, when the burning season affects air quality.
- Ideal for
- Repeat visitors to Thailand, families, culture over beaches
This Chiang Mai tour package is a 5-night, 6-day itinerary. The best time to go is November to February. It suits repeat visitors to Thailand, families, culture over beaches. World Destinations, a travel agency in Mumbai, plans it end to end — flights, hotels, transfers, visa and insurance — and prices it on your dates.
Chiang Mai tour highlights
- Doi Suthep temple above the city
- An ethical elephant sanctuary — no riding
- Sunday walking street market
- Chiang Rai's White Temple
Day-wise itinerary
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Day 1
Arrive Chiang Mai
Transfer to your hotel inside the old walls. Evening at the night bazaar.
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Day 2
Temples and the old city
Wat Phra Singh, Wat Chedi Luang, then up to Doi Suthep for the view back over the plain.
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Day 3
Elephant sanctuary
A full day at a genuine sanctuary — feeding and observing, no riding and no bathing shows. We only use places that meet that standard.
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Day 4
Chiang Rai
North to the White Temple and the Blue Temple, and the Golden Triangle viewpoint where three countries meet.
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Day 5
Cooking or crafts
A Thai cooking class with a market visit, or the craft villages at Bo Sang and San Kamphaeng.
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Day 6
Depart Chiang Mai
Transfer to the airport.
Inclusions
- Full day at an ethical elephant sanctuary with lunch
- Chiang Rai day trip
- Temple entries as listed
- Accommodation in the stated hotel category on twin-sharing basis
- Daily breakfast; other meals as noted in the itinerary
- Airport transfers and sightseeing as per the itinerary
- Entrance fees for the attractions listed as included
- Visa assistance and documentation support from our team
- All applicable service taxes and levies on our services
- 24/7 on-trip support and a single point of contact throughout
Exclusions
- Thailand is visa-free for Indian tourists for up to 30 days; the free TDAC arrival card is filed online before arrival
- Elephant riding is not offered on any of our itineraries
- Cooking class unless requested
- International airfare unless quoted as part of the package
- Visa fees, travel insurance premium and any biometric charges
- Meals not specified, drinks, and anything of a personal nature
- Optional tours, tips to guides and drivers, and porterage
- City or tourism tax payable directly at some hotels
- Anything not explicitly listed under inclusions
- Cost changes due to currency movement, fuel surcharge or government levy
Chiang Mai: common questions
When is the best time to visit Chiang Mai?
The best time to visit Chiang Mai is November to February. Avoid March and April, when the burning season affects air quality.
How many days do you need in Chiang Mai?
We plan the Chiang Mai trip over 5 nights and 6 days, which covers the full day-by-day route on this page. With fewer days we shorten the route rather than cram it, and with more we add stops — tell us your dates and we adjust it.
What is included in the Chiang Mai tour package?
Included in the Chiang Mai package: Full day at an ethical elephant sanctuary with lunch; Chiang Rai day trip; Temple entries as listed; Accommodation in the stated hotel category on twin-sharing basis. Not included: Thailand is visa-free for Indian tourists for up to 30 days; the free TDAC arrival card is filed online before arrival; Elephant riding is not offered on any of our itineraries; Cooking class unless requested. The full inclusions and exclusions are listed above.
Who is the Chiang Mai trip best for?
The Chiang Mai trip suits repeat visitors to Thailand, families, culture over beaches. The itinerary here is a starting point, and the route can be changed to suit your group.
How much does a Chiang Mai trip cost?
There is no fixed price for Chiang Mai: World Destinations quotes each trip against live airline and hotel rates for your dates, party size and hotel category. Season, hotel category and flights from Mumbai move the cost most. Send your dates on WhatsApp or call +91 9167919191 for a full costing.
Do Indians need a visa for Chiang Mai?
No — Chiang Mai is in Thailand, where Indian passport holders visiting for tourism need no visa for stays of up to 30 days under the rules in force from 15 September 2026. Every visitor must also file the free Thailand Digital Arrival Card online within three days before arriving.
Source: Royal Thai Embassy, New Delhi · checked
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