Chiang Mai
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Luxury Chiang Mai Culture, Nature & Wellness Escape

A 5-day luxury itinerary through Chiang Mai showcasing ancient temples, luxury wellness retreats, ethical wildlife encounters, artisan markets, and thrilling outdoor excursions.

  • 12Food stops
  • 6Museums
  • 5Sights
  • 3Stays
  • 3Parks
  • 3Markets & shops
  • couples
  • luxury travellers
  • solo
  • chiang mai
  • luxury
  • wellness

Day by day

Day 1

Old City Temples and Spa Indulgence9 Activities

Immerse yourself in ancient spiritual sites before indulging in a signature luxury spa experience in the heart of Chiang Mai's Old City.

  1. 07:3008:30
    Food

    Breakfast at The Inside House Cafe

    07:30 – 08:30

    Enjoy an elegant morning meal featuring local and international breakfast dishes in a glasshouse setting.

  2. 08:4509:45
    Sightseeing

    Morning Meditation at Wat Phra Singh

    08:45 – 09:45

    Participate in a peaceful morning meditation session within the quiet monastic grounds of Wat Phra Singh.

    • entryFree
  3. 10:0011:00
    Sightseeing

    Morning Temple Visit at Wat Chedi Luang

    10:00 – 11:00

    Explore the massive ruined pagoda and sacred city pillar at one of Chiang Mai's most venerable temple sites.

    • entryUSD 15
  4. 11:1512:15
    Sightseeing

    Visit to Silver Temple (Wat Sri Suphan)

    11:15 – 12:15

    Admire the intricate hand-carved silver alloy decorations crafted by local silversmiths at Wat Sri Suphan.

    • entryFree
  5. 12:3013:30
    Food

    Lunch at Huen Phen

    12:30 – 13:30

    Savor authentic Northern Thai culinary specialties in a traditional setting filled with local antiques.

  6. 13:4514:45
    Sightseeing

    Explore Chiang Mai's Old Town

    13:45 – 14:45

    Stroll through historic lanes, leafy courtyard alleys, and traditional wooden houses inside the moat.

    • entryFree
  7. 15:0019:00
    Sightseeing

    4-Hour Fah Lanna Honeymoon Spa Package for Couples

    15:00 – 19:00

    Rejuvenate with a comprehensive four-hour luxury wellness package featuring body scrubs, steam, and therapeutic massages.

    • entryINR 35926
  8. 19:1519:45
    Sightseeing

    Relax at Tha Phae Gate

    19:15 – 19:45

    Unwind near the historic brick gateway as the evening atmosphere picks up around the public plaza.

    • entryFree
  9. 20:0021:30
    Food

    Dinner at David's Kitchen

    20:00 – 21:30

    Dine on award-winning French-fusion cuisine in an upscale riverside garden setting.

Day 2

Scenic Vistas, Mountain Shrines & Local Crafts9 Activities

Float above the valley in a hot air balloon, climb to mountain temples, and engage with local artisans in creative villages.

  1. 06:0007:30
    Outdoor

    Hot Air Balloon Ride over Chiang Mai

    06:00 – 07:30

    Take to the sky at dawn to catch panoramic views of the foggy countryside and mountain ridges.

  2. 08:0009:00
    Food

    Breakfast at Ristr8to Lab

    08:00 – 09:00

    Sample world-class specialty coffee and light bakery items in the trendy Nimman neighborhood.

  3. 09:3011:30
    Sightseeing

    Visit Wat Phra That Doi Suthep

    09:30 – 11:30

    Ascend the iconic dragon-headed staircase to inspect the golden chedi overlooking Chiang Mai city.

    • entryTHB 30
  4. 12:3013:30
    Food

    Lunch at Khao Soi Nimman

    12:30 – 13:30

    Taste rich coconut curried egg noodle soup served with traditional side garnishes.

  5. 14:0015:15
    Sightseeing

    Visit Baan Kang Wat (Craft Village)

    14:00 – 15:15

    Wander through an eco-friendly art community filled with independent studios and timber workshops.

    • entryFree
  6. 15:3016:30
    Sightseeing

    Art and Craft Workshop at Baan Kang Wat

    15:30 – 16:30

    Join local artisans to practice traditional ceramic glazing or handmade paper craft techniques.

    • entryUSD 30
  7. 16:4517:45
    Shopping

    Artisan Market Visit

    16:45 – 17:45

    Browse curated stalls offering handmade jewelry, natural dyed textiles, and decorative handicrafts.

  8. 18:0019:30
    Sightseeing

    Chiang Mai Sak Yant Tattoo By Ajarn Tu

    18:00 – 19:30

    Experience a traditional sacred geometric tattoo blessing administered by a respected spiritual master.

    • entryINR 13949
  9. 19:4521:15
    Food

    Dinner at The Service 1921 Restaurant & Bar

    19:45 – 21:15

    Enjoy refined contemporary Asian dining inside a restored 1920s heritage British Consulate building.

Day 3

National Parks, Elephants & Holistic Healing8 Activities

Explore high mountain reserves, visit rescued Asian elephants, and top off the day with restorative spa therapies.

  1. 08:0008:45
    Food

    Breakfast at Rustic & Blue

    08:00 – 08:45

    Start the day with organic farm-to-table breakfast bowls, fresh juices, and artisanal sourdoughs.

  2. 09:0011:30
    Outdoor

    Visit Doi Inthanon National Park

    09:00 – 11:30

    Walk among lush cloud forests and view picturesque cascading waterfalls in Thailand's highest peak area.

  3. 11:4513:45
    Outdoor

    Elephant Sanctuary Visit

    11:45 – 13:45

    Observe rescued elephants wandering freely through forested valleys and learning about ethical conservation.

  4. 14:0014:45
    Food

    Lunch at The House by Ginger

    14:00 – 14:45

    Dine on elevated Thai recipes in an eclectic colonial mansion decorated with vintage art.

  5. 15:0016:30
    Sightseeing

    Visit the Chiang Mai National Museum

    15:00 – 16:30

    Examine historical artifacts, Buddhist sculptures, and royal relics from the ancient Lanna Kingdom.

    • entryTHB 200
  6. 16:4518:00
    Shopping

    Visit Artisan Villages

    16:45 – 18:00

    Tour specialty craft workshops focused on wood carving, silk weaving, and lacquerware production.

  7. 18:1519:15
    Sightseeing

    1 Hour Hot Oil Relaxing - Free Transportation

    18:15 – 19:15

    Soothe muscular tension with a customized hot aromatic oil treatment administered by professional masseuses.

    • entryINR 2635
  8. 19:3021:00
    Food

    Dinner at Cooking Love

    19:30 – 21:00

    Enjoy wholesome home-cooked Thai dishes prepared with high-quality herbs and fresh market ingredients.

Day 4

Ancient Ruins, Interactive Art & Culture Night9 Activities

Discover subterranean ruins, trick-eye art, hands-on wellness workshops, unique shopping parks, and traditional performances.

  1. 08:0008:45
    Food

    Breakfast at Woo Cafe & Art Gallery

    08:00 – 08:45

    Indulge in a stylish breakfast surrounded by contemporary artwork and lush floral displays.

  2. 09:0010:30
    Sightseeing

    Explore the Ancient City of Wiang Kum Kam

    09:00 – 10:30

    Discover the excavated 13th-century former capital city's brick chedis and ancient temple bases.

    • entryFree
  3. 10:4512:15
    Sightseeing

    Visit Art in Paradise Chiang Mai

    10:45 – 12:15

    Walk through interactive 3D illusion painting galleries designed for creative photography.

    • entryFree
  4. 12:3013:15
    Food

    Lunch at Deck One All Day Eatery

    12:30 – 13:15

    Dine on modern Thai and Western dishes along the breezy banks of the Ping River.

  5. 13:3015:00
    Sightseeing

    Thai Massage Workshop

    13:30 – 15:00

    Learn basic pressure point techniques and stretching postures from experienced massage practitioners.

    • entryFree
  6. 15:1517:45
    Shopping

    Elephant PooPoo Paper Park & Sticky Waterfall

    15:15 – 17:45

    Explore an eco-friendly park transforming elephant fiber into paper goods and climb limestone waterfalls.

  7. 18:0019:15
    Shopping

    Chiang Mai Night Bazaar

    18:00 – 19:15

    Shop through bustling street stalls filled with Thai silks, carved soaps, and handmade souvenirs.

  8. 19:3021:00
    Food

    Dinner at Dash! Restaurant and Bar

    19:30 – 21:00

    Enjoy traditional Thai curries and stir-fries served in a cozy teakwood courtyard.

  9. 21:1522:30
    Sightseeing

    Traditional Thai Dance Performance at The Old Chiang Mai Cultural Center

    21:15 – 22:30

    Watch classical Lanna court dances and hill-tribe cultural music performances.

    • entryTHB 500

Day 5

Canopy Ziplining, Sunset Views & Old Town After Dark8 Activities

Soar above rainforest canopy trails, support elephant welfare, capture mountain sunsets, and tour illuminated temples.

  1. 08:0008:45
    Food

    Breakfast at Anchan Vegetarian Restaurant

    08:00 – 08:45

    Fuel up with fresh plant-based breakfasts, herbal teas, and regional fruit platters.

  2. 09:0011:30
    Outdoor

    Zip-lining Adventure at Flight of the Gibbon

    09:00 – 11:30

    Fly through ancient treetops on long ziplines and sky bridges inside wild rainforest habitat.

  3. 11:4513:45
    Outdoor

    Elephant Nature Park Volunteer Experience

    11:45 – 13:45

    Participate in educational conservation tasks and assist staff caring for retired working animals.

  4. 14:0014:45
    Food

    Lunch at Tong Tem Toh

    14:00 – 14:45

    Sample charcoal-grilled meats and spicy Northern dipping salads in a popular open-air eatery.

  5. 15:0016:30
    Shopping

    Night Bazaar Shopping Experience

    15:00 – 16:30

    Browse upscale artisan boutiques and night market stalls for high-end crafts and silver.

  6. 16:4518:45
    Sightseeing

    Doi Suthep Sunset Tour

    16:45 – 18:45

    Watch the golden hour glow light up mountain chedis and listen to evening monk chanting rituals.

    • entryUSD 20
  7. 19:3021:00
    Food

    Dinner at Paak Dang Riverside Restaurant

    19:30 – 21:00

    Dine on fresh seafood and authentic regional specialties overlooking the tranquil Ping River.

  8. 21:1522:30
    Sightseeing

    Chiang Mai Old City Night Walking Tour

    21:15 – 22:30

    Walk through quiet historic streets to see illuminated temple pagodas and historic gates after dark.

    • entryINR 1759

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