Festival and seasonal trips

Chiang 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.

Trip at a glance

Duration5 days / 4 nights
Starts inChiang Mai
RouteChiang Mai · Bangkok
Places2 destinations
CountryThailand
Ideal forFestival and seasonal trips, Couples' holidays
Trip stylePrivate, customisable
Package codeNX-1TYSNM

Best time to visit: November to February

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Grand Palace and Wat Phra Kaew – Bangkok

Chiang Mai, Thailand

Trip overview

Planned around Chiang Mai's lantern festival in November, with temple visits, a cooking class and an ethical elephant sanctuary.

The route spends 3 nights in Chiang Mai and 1 night in Bangkok, so you get time for the main sights without changing hotels every day. It suits festival and seasonal trips, couples' holidays and photography holidays, and every day can be shortened, swapped or extended.

Highlights

Doi SuthepOld City templesDoi InthanonGrand Palace and Wat Phra KaewWat ArunWat Pho

Day-by-day itinerary

Day 1Arrive in Chiang Mai

Arrive via Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) and transfer to your hotel
Check in and settle in
Later: Night Bazaar and Sunday Walking Street: Markets and street food

Day 2Chiang Mai: Yi Peng lantern festival and Night markets

Yi Peng lantern festival: Lanterns in November
Night markets

Day 3Chiang Mai: Doi Suthep and Old City temples

Doi Suthep: Hilltop temple overlooking the city
Old City temples: Wat Chedi Luang and Wat Phra Singh

Day 4Chiang Mai to Bangkok

Fly from Chiang Mai to Bangkok (flight timings confirmed in your quote)
Check in at your Bangkok hotel
Safari World and Marine Kingdom: Drive-through safari and shows

Day 5Depart from Bangkok

Breakfast and hotel check-out
Transfer to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) for your journey home

How this version is planned

Dates confirmed against the official festival calendar each year
Hotels booked early, as festival weeks sell out
Viewing spots and timings planned with local contacts
A relaxed pace with two-night stays where possible
One special dinner or experience suggested at each stop

This is a suggested itinerary. Sightseeing order may change with opening days, weather and local conditions; your final plan is in your written quote.

Good to know

Chiang Mai: Choose sanctuaries that do not offer elephant rides or shows.
Bangkok: Visit the Grand Palace at opening time and dress modestly; shoulders and knees must be covered.

At a glance

Duration: 5 days / 4 nights
Route: Chiang Mai, Bangkok
Ideal for: Festival and seasonal trips, Couples' holidays, Photography holidays
Best time: November to February
Trip style: Private, customisable
Package code: NX-1TYSNM

Plan this trip

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Prices depend on dates, hotel category and group size, so we quote each trip individually.

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Typically included

Hotel stay for 4 nights with daily breakfast (hotel category as per your quote)
Airport transfers and sightseeing as per the itinerary (private or shared, stated in your quote)
Entry tickets for the sightseeing listed in your quote
Visa documentation guidance before you travel
Trip support from our Chennai team on WhatsApp

Not included

International flights unless added to your quote
Visa fees and travel insurance
Lunch and dinner unless stated
Optional activities and personal expenses
City or tourism taxes payable at hotels where applicable
GST and TCS as applicable under Indian tax rules

Final inclusions are listed in your written quote.

FAQs

Questions about this trip

Can I change this itinerary?

Yes. This is a private, customisable itinerary. We can add or remove nights, change hotels, swap sightseeing and adjust the pace before you book.

When is the best time for this trip?

Chiang Mai: November to February. Bangkok: November to February.

How do I start the trip from Chennai?

The trip begins in Chiang Mai (Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX), about 1 hour 15 minutes from Bangkok). We can add return flights from Chennai or any other city to your quote.

How much does this package cost?

We quote each trip individually because the price depends on travel dates, hotel category, room sharing and group size. Request a quote and we send a price on WhatsApp.

What documents do I need?

A passport valid for at least six months beyond your return date is commonly required. Visa and entry rules for Indian citizens vary by country and change, so we confirm the current requirements from official sources when you book.

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