Chiang Mai Tour Packages
Chiang Mai is a cultural city ringed by mountains, known for historic temples, traditional Lanna culture and night markets. In November it hosts Yi Peng, when thousands of lanterns are released into the sky.
Chiang Mai at a glance
- LocationThailand, Southeast Asia
- Time zone1 hour 30 minutes ahead of India
- Driving sideLeft
- Calling code+66
- CurrencyThai baht (THB)
- LanguagesThai
- Power plugsTypes A, B, C and O · 230 V
- Ideal stay2–3 days
Best time to visit: November to February
Top Chiang Mai travel packages
A few of our Chiang Mai itineraries in different travel styles. Every one is private and can be changed to suit you.
Cultural holidaysChiang Mai · Chiang RaiChiang Mai & Chiang Rai Northern Trail6 Days | 5 Nights
Family holidaysBangkok · Chiang Mai · Phuket · KrabiThailand Grand Tour10 Days | 9 Nights
Festival and seasonal tripsChiang Mai · BangkokChiang Mai Yi Peng Lantern Trip5 Days | 4 Nights
Multi-country toursChiang Mai · Luang PrabangLaos & Northern Thailand7 Days | 6 NightsEssential tips for travelling to Chiang Mai
Thai baht (THB). Carry some local currency for markets, small shops and tips, and ask your bank about international card charges before you travel.
Not compulsory; leaving small change or 20–100 baht for good service is appreciated.
Drink bottled or filtered water; it is cheap and easy to find.
Types A, B, C and O · 230 V. Indian two-pin plugs usually fit; carry an adapter for three-pin chargers.
1155 (tourist police), 191 (police), 1669 (ambulance)
Languages spoken: Thai.
Domestic flights connect Bangkok with Phuket, Krabi, Chiang Mai and Koh Samui in about an hour. Private transfers are the easiest way to travel between Bangkok and Pattaya; ferries and speedboats link the islands.
Fill in the Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) online before you land.
Cover shoulders and knees at temples and the Grand Palace, and remove shoes where asked.
Phuket and Krabi are best from November to April; plan the Gulf islands instead in July and August.
Choose sanctuaries that do not offer elephant rides or shows.
General guidance. Local rules and services change; we confirm details for your dates.
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Everything you need to know about Chiang Mai
Chiang Mai is a cultural city ringed by mountains, known for historic temples, traditional Lanna culture and night markets. In November it hosts Yi Peng, when thousands of lanterns are released into the sky.
Highlights include Doi Suthep, Old City temples, Doi Inthanon and Elephant sanctuaries. Local food worth trying: Khao soi, Sai ua (northern sausage) and Mango sticky rice. Plan 2–3 days here; it suits culture, nature, relaxed travel. Our Chiang Mai itineraries run from 5 to 10 days and every one can be changed to suit you.
When to go
November to February. Cool mornings and clear skies; March–April can be hazy from crop burning.
How to reach Chiang Mai
- By air: Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX), about 1 hour 15 minutes from Bangkok
- By rail: Chiang Mai station, overnight sleeper trains from Bangkok
- By road: About 3 hours from Chiang Rai
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Private, customisable itineraries with prices quoted for your dates, hotel category and group size.
6D / 5NChiang Mai · Chiang RaiChiang Mai & Chiang Rai Northern Trail
Northern Thailand's temples, mountains and markets, with the White and Blue Temples and the Golden Triangle.
View itinerary →10D / 9NBangkok · Chiang Mai · Phuket · KrabiThailand Grand Tour
Ten days across Thailand: Bangkok's palaces, Chiang Mai's temples and the beaches and islands of the Andaman coast.
View itinerary →5D / 4NChiang Mai · BangkokChiang Mai Yi Peng Lantern Trip
Planned around Chiang Mai's lantern festival in November, with temple visits, a cooking class and an ethical elephant sanctuary.
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6D / 5NSukhothai Historical Park · Chiang Mai · Chiang RaiNorthern Thailand & Sukhothai
The first Thai kingdom at Sukhothai, then Chiang Mai's temples and mountains and Chiang Rai's contemporary temples.
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6D / 5NBangkok · Chiang MaiBangkok & Chiang Mai Culture Trip
Two great cities: Bangkok's grand temples and Chiang Mai's Lanna heritage, cooking class and night markets.
View itinerary →7D / 6NChiang Mai · Luang PrabangLaos & Northern Thailand
Chiang Mai's temples and markets, then a short flight to tranquil Luang Prabang.
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6D / 5NChiang Mai · Pattaya · BangkokThailand Honeymoon Special: Lantern of Love
A six-day couples' trip timed for Chiang Mai's Yi Peng lantern festival (usually in November), followed by Pattaya's Coral Island and a river cruise dinner in Bangkok.
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Top things to see in Chiang Mai
ThailandEthical sanctuaries without riding
Wildlife in Chiang Mai
Wildlife experiences
Sightings depend on season and luck and are never guaranteed. Keep your distance, stay with licensed guides and never feed wild animals.
Cultural experiences in Chiang Mai
Heritage and landmarks
Chiang MaiHilltop temple overlooking the city
Experiences
- Thai cooking class
- Night markets
On the menuFood to try
- Khao soi
- Sai ua (northern sausage)
- Mango sticky rice
Outdoor activities in Chiang Mai
Many activities are seasonal. Best time for Chiang Mai: November to February. We check operating seasons for your dates.
Chiang Mai travel tips
Visa and entry
Entry rules for Indian passport holders change, including visa-free, visa-on-arrival and e-visa schemes, so confirm the current rules on the official government or embassy website for Thailand before booking flights. Most countries require a passport valid for at least six months beyond your return date. We check the current requirements when we prepare your quote; we cannot guarantee visa approval.
Health and safety
Buy travel insurance that covers medical treatment and evacuation; healthcare abroad can be expensive. Carry prescription medicines in their original packaging with a copy of the prescription. For current safety advice, check the travel advisories published by the Government of India and the embassy in Thailand.
Currency and tipping
The currency is the Thai baht (THB). Not compulsory; leaving small change or 20–100 baht for good service is appreciated.
Best time to visit
November to February. Cool mornings and clear skies; March–April can be hazy from crop burning.
Getting around
Domestic flights connect Bangkok with Phuket, Krabi, Chiang Mai and Koh Samui in about an hour. Private transfers are the easiest way to travel between Bangkok and Pattaya; ferries and speedboats link the islands.
Local etiquette
- Dress modestly at temples, churches and mosques, and remove footwear where asked.
- Ask before photographing people, and follow photography rules at religious sites and museums.
- Cover shoulders and knees at temples and the Grand Palace, and remove shoes where asked.
What to pack
Pack sunscreen, sunglasses, a hat and swimwear, modest clothing that covers shoulders and knees for religious sites and comfortable walking shoes.
Phone and internet
Indian mobile operators sell international roaming packs, or you can buy a local SIM or eSIM on arrival with your passport. Check that your phone is unlocked and supports eSIM before you travel.
Budget
We don't publish fixed prices because the season, hotel category, flights and group size change the cost. Your written quote lists exactly what is included, so you can compare like for like.
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Destinations near Chiang Mai
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Luang Prabang is a UNESCO town on a peninsula where the Mekong and Nam Khan rivers meet, full of gilded temples, French villas and saffron-robed monks.
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Sapa is a mountain town in northern Vietnam surrounded by rice terraces and ethnic minority villages, and the base for Fansipan, the roof of Indochina, reachable by cable car.
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VietnamHa Long Bay
Ha Long Bay is a UNESCO seascape of nearly 2,000 limestone islands rising from emerald water.
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