Bangkok to Hanoi: Chiang Mai, Night Markets & Streetside Bars
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Small Group
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Bangkok to Hanoi: Chiang Mai, Night Markets & Streetside Bars
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9 days
Small Group
Basic
Light
English
Experience Overview
Bangkok to Chiang Mai to Hanoi, and some unbelievable places in between. Sound good? Then snag a spot on this nine-day, hostel-based adventure.
Includes
Activities
- Your G for Good Moment: Yimsoo Cafe Tour and Lunch, Bangkok Your Welcome Moment: Meet Your CEO and Group Your Foodie Moment: Street Food Dinner in Chinatown, Bangkok
- Bangkok Klong Riverboat Tour
- Visit Hellfire Pass and Ride the Death Railway
- Visit Bridge on the River Kwai and Thai/Burma Railway Centre and Allied War Cemetery
- Visit a Local Rice Farm
- Ayutthaya Cycling
- Boat Tour
- Chiang Mai Old Town Orientation Walk
- Chiang Mai Night Market Walk
- Sunrise Alms Giving
- Doi Suthep Temple Visit
- Hanoi Old Town Cyclo Tour
- Bia Hoi Corner and Microbrewery Crawl
- All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
Accommodation
- Hostels (4 nts), floating raft (1 nt), Hotel (1nt), Guesthouse (1nt), overnight sleeper train (1 nt).
- 8 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 4 dinners
Transport
- Private vehicle, tuk tuk, boat, bicycle, train, songthaew, cyclo, walking.
Group Leader
- CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, local guides.
Highlights
- Cruise Bangkok's canals on a traditional klong boat
- Cook authentic northern Thai cuisine like a pro
- Sample foodie favourites at street food stalls and night markets
- Make the most of your time with an included flight between Chiang Mai and Hanoi
- Visit Hanoi's famous street-side microbreweries.
Trip Details
9 days
Private vehicle, tuk tuk, boat, bicycle, train, songthaew, cyclo, walking.
English
Bangkok, Thailand
Hanoi, Vietnam
Basic
18 - 35 Year Olds Only, Budget
Light
Itinerary
Day 1: Bangkok
There are no activities planned until tonight's welcome meeting and your street food crawl with the group. Get out and explore vibrant Bangkok.
Meals included: Dinner
Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Your opportunity to meet your CEO and fellow travellers, and learn more about your tour. Opt to join the group for a local meal afterwards. Don't forget to see the notice in the lobby (or ask reception) for the official time and place to meet up with the group.Transport - Scoot quickly around the big cities inside a three-wheeled mini-taxi.Activity - Bangkok's Chinatown is renowned for its mouthwatering street food. Follow your CEO through the backstreets and hidden laneways to sample the very best street-eats on offer.Accommodation - Nornyaowarat Hotel
Day 2: Bangkok to Srinakarin Dam NP and Kanchanaburi
Your accommodation tonight is truly unique on a floating-raft. The rafts have fully enclosed sleeping quarters (dorm-style with mattress and/or bunks and no gender separation) with shared-bath and a kitchenette where dinner and breakfast are prepared. Beverages are available for purchase or you can bring your own. There is a deck for lounging and swimming and kayaks or wet rafts are available for a small fee.
Meals included: Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner
Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Travel by longtail boat on the busy Chao Phraya River and through the small canals of western Bangkok's Thonburi district. Observe colourful scenes of everyday life along the river banks.Activity - Visit Yimsoo Cafe, a G Adventures–supported project in Bangkok that offers training and economic opportunities for people living with disabilities. Visit the gallery which showcases paintings and drawings by some of the talented artists in the project. Then enjoy a briefing from one of the founders and learn about some of the initiatives they are working on, including the training kitchen where we have a delicious boat noodle lunch.Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Free_time - Kick back and relax at this unique overnight stay. Hit up the bar, swim, play on the water rides, or choose to rent kayaks or jet skis.Accommodation - Phae Siam Khuean Sri
Day 3: Kanchanaburi
Tonight, stroll through Kanchanaburi's riverside and enjoy the local nightlife.
Meals included: Breakfast,Lunch
Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Visit the Hell Fire Pass Memorial Museum to learn about the Death Railway's dark history; the track was built by POWs who were made to cut through the rock of the Tenasserim Hills using only hand tools.Activity - Jump onboard the Death Railway Train headed towards Kanchanaburi town. The "Thailand-Burma Railway" was nicknamed “Death Railway” as over 100,000 forced labourers (including POWs from WW2 and Asian slave labour) died in its construction between 1942 and 1943.Activity - Take in a piece of World War II history on this visit. We're sure you've seen or at least heard of the famous movie "Bridge on the River Kwai." Well, now you can tour the real thing. It's massive, majestic, and imposing, offering fabulous views of the river below.Activity - Visit the Thai-Burmese Railway Museum to learn about the Death Railway's dark history, and the Allied War Cemetery where more than 6,000 prisoners are buried.Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Accommodation - Pongphen Guesthouse & Bungalows
Day 4: Kanchanaburi/Ayutthaya
Meals included: Breakfast,Lunch
Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Stop by a small local farm and learn about rice farming.Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Activity - Cycle this UNESCO World heritage site, enjoy the ride through the ruins and hop off to take some great photos. Ayuthaya served as Thailand’s capital from the 14th to 18th centuries, when it ranked as one of the most magnificent cities in the world. Late in the 17th century its population reached one million, and foreign visitors wrote awestruck accounts of its size and splendour.Activity - Hop on a boat and view life on the waterways around Ayutthaya City island, passing Catholic churches, mosques and Buddhist temples. Make one stop along the way to visit Wat Chai Wattanaram, considered one of the most beautiful temples from the 17th century.Transport - Climb aboard and get your float on.Transport - Scoot quickly around the big cities inside a three-wheeled mini-taxi.Transport - Experience overnight travel like a local. Sit back and get some well-earned (and likely much-needed) rest en route to your next stop.
Day 5: Chiang Mai
Meals included: Breakfast
Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Grab a seat on the bench aboard this uniquely Southeast Asian commuter bus.Activity - Walk the inner Old Town of Chiang Mai with your CEO who will point out the basic landmarks and points of interest.Free_time - Chiang Mai has so much to offer! Not sure what to do, no problem–your CEO can help you decide.Activity - Pick up a a souvenir at this shopper's paradise. Wander through the market to find music, food, and local artists selling handmade crafts.Accommodation - Hostelworld 33 Poshtel
Day 6: Chiang Mai
Meals included: Breakfast
Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Rise early and watch the daily dawn ceremony of saffron-robed monks walking through town to receive alms from local residents. Residents prepare food for the monks as a way of giving thanks. Seeing this custom is a beautiful way to gain insight into local culture and the Buddhist religion. Please be respectful and quietly observe.Activity - Visit Wat Phra That Doi Suthep, a golden Buddhist temple outside of Chiang Mai on the Mt Doi Suthep. Climb 300 steps to reach the temple and be rewarded with an unforgettable view. Admire the many Buddhist relics at this sacred temple and visit the white elephant shrine. Legend has it that the location of the temple was chosen after a white elephant carried a relic to the mountain and trumpeted three times before dying on the spot. Also, with a little luck, you may witness the chanting of the monks. Free_time - Cooking, cycling, shopping, lounging–so much to do! The choice is yours.Accommodation - Hostelworld 33 Poshtel
Day 7: Chiang Mai/Hanoi
Meals included: Breakfast,Dinner
Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Look! Up in the sky! It's a bird! It's a plane! It's... yup, it is a plane, actually.Activity - Take a seat on a cyclo for a tour of Hanoi’s lively Old Quarter. Let the driver navigate through the bustling streets and start taking some photos or just use the tour to help get familiar with the area.Accommodation - Nexy Hostel
Day 8: Hanoi
Meals included: Breakfast,Dinner
Exclusive inclusions: Free_time - Hanoi has so much to offer–get out and explore. Choose to visit sites such as Tran Quoc Pagoda and the Temple of Literature (Văn Miếu). Book a cycling tour or cooking class; or take a full day excursion to Halong Bay. The choice is yours.Activity - Savour a meal of Western and Vietnamese cuisine at this restaurant while supporting a training program that prepares local disadvantaged youth for careers in the culinary arts. After over 20 years of operation the Koto School, they have worked to help people help themselves, and help others.Activity - Follow your CEO to the famous Bia Hoi corner and pull up a plastic stool with a mix of locals and visitors. Order up the local brew and make some new friends. Later, explore Hanoi's burgeoning craft beer scene with a visit to a few of the cities best microbreweries.Accommodation - Nexy Hostel
Day 9: Hanoi
Meals included: Breakfast
Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Not ready to leave? Your CEO can help with travel arrangements to extend your adventure.
- Flights to and from origin and destinations
- Airport transfers (unless otherwise stated)
- Anything else not explicitly listed in tour inclusions
- Recommended gratuities/tipping
- Optional activities/tours
- Personal expenses
- Travel insurance
- Visas, meals and beverages not stated in the list of inclusions.
When meals are not included, your tour leader (where available) will be happy to help with restaurant recommendations, bookings, and directions. Please let us know if you have any dietary needs or preferences. We will do our best to accommodate these, though we cannot guarantee that every request can be met.
You are responsible for your personal belongings throughout the tour. You will need to carry your own bags between the vehicle and your hotel room. Drivers will assist with loading and unloading luggage from the vehicle.
Travellers requiring wheelchair access should contact our sales and service team, who can make enquiries on your behalf.
This tour requires an average level of fitness. Activities are paced gently and include leisure time. You may be expected to join guided walks of up to one hour, navigate short stairways and mild inclines, and manage your own luggage. You should also be able to board and exit all transport without assistance.
Travellers are expected to be self-sufficient and capable of handling all aspects of their journey. Please discuss your circumstances and support needs with your booking agent to confirm this trip is suitable.
If you are unsure, we recommend consulting your doctor before booking or travelling.
If a planned site visit is unavailable due to changes in operating hours or holiday closures, the itinerary may be altered, or a comparable activity will be substituted where possible and subject to availability.
Visa conditions can change. Once you receive your travel documents, check with the relevant embassy, consulate, or immigration office of your destination for the latest information.
- It is your responsibility to ensure you have the correct and valid travel documents and to comply with all entry requirements.
- Non-Australian citizens must also confirm visa and identification requirements with the appropriate consulate or visa agency.
- Certain occupations (for example, journalists, government officials, or those working in charities) may face additional restrictions when applying for visas, which could affect the type of application required.
From
AUD $1439
Duration: 9 days
Trip Type: Small Group
Activity Level: Light
Bangkok to Chiang Mai to Hanoi, and some unbelievable places in between. Sound good? Then snag a spot on this nine-day, hostel-based adventure.
Price based on per person in Double Room for departure 11 Jul 2026
Customer Reviews
12/18/2023
It was a great way to travel with a like-minded group and visit places I may not have otherwise. I also enjoyed not having to deal with the stress of coordinating all the travel plans myself.
11/27/2023
We had a great trip with a very friendly and helpful tour guide.
Tour Operator
G Adventures, founded in 1990 by Bruce Poon Tip, is a global adventure travel company specializing in small-group tours that emphasize authentic, sustainable, and culturally immersive experiences. Originally launched as GAP Adventures (“Great Adventure People”), the company pioneered the concept of community-driven travel by offering affordable trips that connect travelers with local communities while minimizing environmental impact. Today, G Adventures operates in more than 100 countries, offering a wide range of itineraries across themes such as active adventures, wildlife, wellness, family, and National Geographic–partnered tours, while maintaining a strong commitment to responsible tourism and social enterprise through its Planeterra Foundation.
In Business Since 1990
12/18/2023
It was a great way to travel with a like-minded group and visit places I may not have otherwise. I also enjoyed not having to deal with the stress of coordinating all the travel plans myself.
11/27/2023
We had a great trip with a very friendly and helpful tour guide.
11/27/2023
This tour was lots of fun and great if you don't want to have to plan travel yourself. We really enjoyed meeting our fellow travels and our tour guide M was fantastic!
11/13/2023
I had an amazing time! Sit was an amazing guide, great group of people, great activities.
10/23/2023
Excellent tour guide (give her a raise), wonderful people on the tour with me, explored places I wouldn't go by myself
09/11/2023
My tour guide (Joe Srisoda) was amazing and definitely made the trip! He was so knowledgeable about everything and he cared about each of us and wanted us to have the best time.
09/11/2023
The tour was very organized and brought value to my experience.
09/11/2023
Experiences that I never would have come across as a tourist organising a trip myself. Our guide was so knowledgeable and willing to share his culture with us.
09/11/2023
The trip was filled with meaningful cultural activities that was guided by an extremely competent and knowledgeable guide.
07/10/2023
Amazing experience! The people, activities, itinerary and Andy were all exceptional
07/10/2023
The trip was brilliant. The places we stayed were very nice and the amount of activities and experiences we got to have was more than I could have imagined.
07/03/2023
Great guide Great people to travel with Accommodation is good for the price
05/29/2023
It's a good amount of time to see a lot of places and meet different people along the way
05/29/2023
The tour us well balanced with a mix of activities as well the CEO Pentor Thanakorn was phenomenal from start to finish
05/29/2023
The stops were selected well and were excellent for the given budget. Saw a lot with good amounts of free time allotted
05/15/2023
Likely depending on age
05/01/2023
It depends if you are native English speaker bc I am not and so it was hard to integrate in the group
04/17/2023
I've done two G Adventures tours now. I love the type of unique activities incorporated and the fact that I don't have to deal with the hassle of scheduling, arranging things, etc. All experiences have been great.
04/03/2023
Many activities, amazing guides and real backpackers on the tour
02/27/2023
Samart was an awesome guide! Really made the whole experience
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