Journeys: Explore Northern Thailand
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Journeys: Explore Northern Thailand
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8 days
Small Group
Moderate
Light
English
Experience Overview
Delve into the wonders of northern Thailand on a trip packed with unforgettable experiences.
Includes
Activities
- Your Journeys Highlight Moment: Traditional Thai Home Dinner, Chiang Mai Your Journeys Highlight Moment: Meet with Monks, Chiang Mai Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your Expedition Leader and Group Your Foodie Moment: Cooking Class, Chiang Mai
- Arrival transfer
- Entrance to the Thailand-Burma Railway Centre war museum and train ride
- Visit to Erawan National Park
- Tour at Ayutthaya Historical Park
- Dinner on a converted rice barge
- Sunset visit to Doi Suthep monastery
- Explore Bangkok and take a klong boat ride
- Internal flights
- All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
Accommodation
- Hotels – 7 nts.
- 7 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 2 dinners
Transport
- Private bus/minivan, train, boat, plane, walking.
Group Leader
- National Geographic Expedition Leader
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.
English
Bangkok, Thailand
Bangkok, Thailand
Moderate
National Geographic Journey, Budget
Light
Itinerary
Day 1: Bangkok
Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Upon arrival at the airport, head to the arrival hall and go to gate number 4 near the airport information counter. Look for a driver holding a G Adventures sign with your name, who'll take you to your hotel so you can check in and start exploring.Activity - Your opportunity to meet your National Geographic Expedition Leader 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.Accommodation - Grand China Bangkok
Day 2: Bangkok/Kanchanaburi
Meals included: Breakfast
Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Activity - Take in a piece of World War II history on this visit. You've seen or at least heard of the famous movie, "Bridge on the River Kwai" -- tour the real thing and take a train ride over the bridge. It's massive, majestic, and imposing, and offers 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.Accommodation - Royal River Kwai Resort
Day 3: Kanchanaburi/Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya
Meals included: Breakfast,Dinner
Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Visit one of the world’s most beautiful waterfalls. Its seven tiers offer a unique experience at every climb, reaching up to 1,500m (4921 ft). Swim in the turquoise pools, snap photos from the top tier, and opt to hike in the jungle to spot monkeys.Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Activity - Cruise down the river aboard a converted 1930s rice barge. Have a delicious Thai meal while taking in the incredible views of the city.Accommodation - Classic Kameo Hotel 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.
Meals included: Breakfast,Dinner
Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Explore the ruins of Ayutthaya, a UNESCO World Heritage site. 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.Transport - Hello again, Bangkok! Travel back to the city and to the airport by private vehicle.Transport - Look! Up in the sky! It's a bird! It's a plane! It's... yup, it is a plane, actually.Activity - Visit a village outside Chiang Mai and sit down to an authentic Khantoke dinner in the home of a local family. Dishes typically include sticky rice, hang-le curry, and crispy pork with chilli paste. Over tea, learn about life in rural Thailand and visit the family garden to learn about herbs and spices popular in local cooking.Accommodation - Siripanna Villa Resort & Spa
Day 5: Chiang Mai
Monk chats are a great cultural exchange, but also important in helping the young Monks improve their English.
Meals included: Breakfast,Lunch
Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Pick out the best ingredients at a local market and learn how to make delicious Thai dishes.Activity - Visit a Buddhist temple in Chiang Mai's Suthep district. Engage in an informal conversation with a teaching monk at the international meditation center. Discuss Theravadha Buddhism and monastic life. These sessions offer a unique opportunity for personal reflection and a deeper connection to the ancient wisdom of Buddhism.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. Transport - Climb aboard, take your seat, and enjoy the ride.Accommodation - Siripanna Villa Resort & Spa
Day 6: Chiang Mai
Meals included: Breakfast
Exclusive inclusions: Free_time - Chiang Mai is a mecca for shopping and handicraft production, so take advantage of this opportunity to do some shopping if you wish.Accommodation - Siripanna Villa Resort & Spa
Day 7: Chiang Mai/Bangkok
Meals included: Breakfast
Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Take a quick flight back to Bangkok. 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 - This temple is known for its reclining Buddha, its feet covered with mother-of-pearl engravings of Buddhist symbols. Explore the large grounds and other compounds to see other Buddha figures, murals and the chedis that contain the ashes of Buddha. This is also the birthplace of traditional Thai massage. Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Accommodation - Grand China Bangkok
Day 8: Bangkok
Meals included: Breakfast
Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Not ready to leave? Your Expedition Leader 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 $2719
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 22 Mar 2026
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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