Journeys: Explore Northern Thailand
From AUD $1882 Was AUD $2579
Small Group
Light
Rating
(11 reviews)
Journeys: Explore Northern Thailand
8 days
Small Group
Moderate
Light
English
Experience Overview
Delve into the wonders of northern Thailand on a trip packed with unforgettable experiences.
Delve into the wonders of northern Thailand on a trip packed with unforgettable experiences. Explore the elegant stone stupas and sprawling palaces of Ayutthaya Historical Park; then venture to Chiang Mai, where we’ll craft local dishes with ingredients gathered from a town market and visit a rural village for a traditional meal. While discovering Buddhist temples and lush mountain landscapes, gain an intimate perspective on Thailand’s rich history and cultural heritage.
Highlights
- Swim in turquoise pools below a seven-tiered waterfall
- Meet a resident monk and receive a Buddhist blessing at one of Thailand’s most revered temples
- Explore Wat Pho to view a colossal gilded statue of the Reclining Buddha
- Visit a village home outside and sit down to a traditional khantok dinner
Trip Details
8 days
Private bus/minivan, train, boat, plane, walking.
Small Group
English
Bangkok, Thailand
Bangkok, Thailand
Moderate
National Geographic Journey
Light
Itinerary
Day 1: Bangkok
Day 2: Bangkok/Kanchanaburi
Day 3: Kanchanaburi/Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya
Day 4: Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya/Chiang Mai
Khantok in the Northern dialect means wooden tray, used for carrying dishes, round in shape and made of teak wood. The host will invite guests to sit on the floor around the khantok. After dinner, enjoy tea time with the opportunity to talk with local people to learn their way of living.
Day 5: Chiang Mai
Monk chats are a great cultural exchange, but also important in helping the young Monks improve their English.
Day 6: Chiang Mai
Day 7: Chiang Mai/Bangkok
Day 8: Bangkok
- Flights to and from origin and destinations
- Airport transfers (arrival and departure)
- 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 willdo 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. (Note: I assume each tour has a different description depending on level of fitness required).
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 $2579
Duration: 8 days
Trip Type: Small Group
Activity Level: Light
Delve into the wonders of northern Thailand on a trip packed with unforgettable experiences.
Price based on per person in Double Room for departure 21 Sep 2025
Customer Reviews
11/26/2022
Informative, varied and a great experience all round
02/25/2020
Great experience - all the details went off exactly as planned. Well done!
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
11/26/2022
Informative, varied and a great experience all round
02/25/2020
Great experience - all the details went off exactly as planned. Well done!
01/03/2020
We had a great time. A good mix of group led and independent time. Interesting visits and a cohesive group of people.
12/27/2019
Overall experience was good. The places we visited varied and transport and accommodation was good. We would have liked more in depth explanations about culture, history and mythology.
04/23/2019
Very enjoyable trip. Our guide was professional and friendly. Nothing was too much trouble for her.
02/11/2019
I loved the tour. I loved our guide, Meow— she was incredibly attentive. Only change I would have made is to do tour of Bangkok ( reclining Buddha) on first day & added one more day in Chiang Mai. Along with option to depart from Chiang Mai.
07/14/2018
I was extremely pleased with the itinerary, the meals, the places, the experiences!!!! Whoa - what a lot of things to do and experience. I thoroughly enjoyed every minute of the experience - a train ride, the war museum, the ancient temples.
02/19/2018
A really intensive trip through Thailand. We covered a lot in a very short time. Of course, this meant that at times we were rushed through some places but it’s to be expected if you’re seeing a lot of places in limited time. The accommodation was excellent and our guide Ben was fantastic! She always went out of her way to make sure we were comfortable and happy.
01/02/2024
Fantastic journey. Our tour guide AEF was great. She was very organized, super friendly and supplied a lot of knowledge. Highly recommended everything.
01/31/2023
Everything was great.
01/12/2023
10/10 recommend! Best way to experience Thailand, hands down.
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