Northern Thailand Adventure
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Northern Thailand Adventure
Use code BONUS10 to get an extra 10% off all tours — for a limited time only. T&Cs apply
10 days
Small Group
Budget
Average
English
Experience Overview
Don't just visit Thailand; find yourself on a once-in-a-lifetime, genuine cultural experience you'll talk about forever. This 10-day adventure throughout northern Thailand will give you amazing stories to share.
Includes
Activities
- Your G for Good Moment: Ban Pha Mon Homestay, Ban Pha Mon Your G for Good Moment: Ban Muang Pam Homestay, Ban Muang Pam Your G for Good Moment: Ban Jabo Homestay, Ban Jabo Your Welcome Moment: Meet Your CEO and Group
- Klong riverboat tour (Bangkok)
- Wat Po visit
- Erawan Falls and Bridge on the River Kwai visit
- Thai Burma Railway Centre and Allied War Cemetery visit (Kanchanaburi)
- Temple ruins tour (Ayutthaya)
- Thai Burma Railway Centre visit
- Doi Suthep temple visit (Chiang Mai)
- Trek to remote hilltribe villages (3 days)
- Lod Cave visit and bamboo rafting
- All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
Accommodation
- Hotels/guesthouses (4 nts), rafthouse (1 nt), sleeper train (1 nt), basic huts (3 nts, multi-share).
- 7 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 4 dinners
Group Leader
- CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, specialist trekking guides.
Highlights
- Explore magnificent temples and palaces
- Sleep in a floating rafthouse
- Swim in the turquoise pools of Erawan Falls
- Trek through remote Northern Thailand and stay with the friendly locals
Trip Details
10 days
English
Bangkok, Thailand
Chiang Mai, Thailand
Budget
Classic, Budget
Average
Itinerary
Day 1: Bangkok
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.Accommodation - Hotel Royal Bangkok @ Chinatown
Day 2: Bangkok/Kanchanaburi
Meals included: Breakfast,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 - 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.Activity - Enjoy a unique experience aboard a floating rafthouse on the famous River Kwai.Accommodation - Pung-Waan Resort
Day 3: Kanchanaburi
Meals included: Breakfast
Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Enjoy a short drive to view the beautiful Erawan Waterfalls. (1-2 hours per direction)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.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.Accommodation - Good Times Resort
Day 4: Kanchanaburi to Ayutthaya to Chiang Mai
Meals included: Breakfast
Exclusive inclusions: 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.Activity - Visit the ruins of Ayutthaya, which served as Thailand’s capital from the 14th to 18th centuries, when it ranked as one of the most magnificent cities in the world. Located 86km (53 mi) north of Bangkok, the ruins of this UNESCO World Heritage Site include stunning pagodas and Buddha images.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
Chiang Mai is a vibrant city with heaps to see and do. Famous for its night market and cooking classes, it's a feat to fit it all in. Experience the flavours and scents of traditional northern Thai cuisine by pre-booking the Northern Thai Cooking Class.
Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Walk the inner Old Town of Chiang Mai with your CEO who will point out the basic landmarks and points of interest.Activity - Bring your appetite and your wallet. The CEO will bring the group to the best spots to eat and teach everyone about the local street food. Yum!Free_time - Use free time here to make the most of your time in Chiang Mai.Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.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. Accommodation - Chiang Mai Gate Hotel
Day 6: Chiang Mai
Chiang Mai is a vibrant city with heaps to see and do. Famous for its night market, it's a feat to fit it all in. Experience the flavours and scents of traditional northern Thai cuisine by pre-booking the Northern Thai Cooking Class.
Exclusive inclusions: Free_time - Use free time here to make the most of your time in Chiang Mai.Accommodation - Chiang Mai Gate Hotel
Day 7: Chiang Mai/Ban Pha Mon
Tucked away in the hills of northern Thailand is where the most colourful and unchanged traditional communities can be found. Trek through forests and rural terrains to visit some of these diverse hilltribe villages; often, each will have their own unique language, clothing style, and belief system that differs significantly from those of neighbouring tribes. You are well looked after by your CEO and local guides, who take the responsibility of preparing all meals and carrying food supplies.
Meals included: Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner
Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Hit the road early in the morning to head to the trailhead. Start the trek through forests and rugged terrain that winds itself around various hilltop villages. Trek from Huay Nam Dung National Park to Ban Pha Mon, a Lahu village.Activity - These agricultural communities support themselves with farming and hunting but typically struggled to survive financially outside of growing seasons. To prevent families from leaving and the gradual loss of culture and history, we worked with a local NGO to help sustainably build tourism opportunities through a year-long training program, including this overnight stay.
Day 8: Ban Pha Mon/Ban Muang Pam
Trek for about six hours and between villages, over farmlands and grasslands and acend to the ridgeline. Learn about bush medicine, seasonal fruits and plants and seeds. Slip your wet shoes on and descend to the Huew Hin Poon Creek for lunch.
Here, go for a swim and help the local guides make a friction fire and prepare lunch. Continue another hour and a half to the jungle Buddhist temple outside the second village. Spend the night in the Karen village learn about wood carving, weaving and cooking.
Meals included: Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner
Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Trek to reach the lunch stop, taking in the beautiful scenery along the way. Enjoy lunch before carrying on to the Karen village of Ban Muang Pam. Here, discover more about local life, help prepare dinner, or learn about weaving and wood carving.Activity - Experience traditional White Karen culture in a mountain valley when you’ll explore how to live a self-sufficient life. Trek the conservation forest area and rice fields with trained local guides, observe traditional weaving by the Women’s Textiles Group, and learn how to make a bamboo souvenir. By staying in a traditional Karen home with host families, you’re supporting community efforts to preserve White Karen culture.
Day 9: Ban Muang Pam/Ban Jabo
Meals included: Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner
Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Experience an unforgettable stay in this highland village. Connect with a Black Lahu family and learn about daily life for this hilltribe. Try your hand at bamboo weaving or playing a Lahu instrument, and help your host family prepare a traditional meal.Activity - After breakfast, leave the village and continue on, trekking beside the Pam River through lush jungle. Arrive at Tham Lod, a 1666m deep cave. Bamboo rafts are required to enter the cave and move to different chambers - a truly unique experience.Accommodation - Ban Jabo Homestay
Day 10: Ban Jabo/Chiang Mai
Meals included: Breakfast
Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Not ready to leave? Your CEO can help with any onward travel arrangements you require.
- 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 $2079
Duration: 10 days
Trip Type: Small Group
Activity Level: Average
Don't just visit Thailand; find yourself on a once-in-a-lifetime, genuine cultural experience you'll talk about forever. This 10-day adventure throughout northern Thailand will give you amazing stories to share.
Price based on per person in Double Room for departure 04 Jul 2026
Customer Reviews
12/25/2023
Always have great experiences and activities we probably wouldn't find by ourselves, plus great guides.
12/25/2023
Great adventure. Brilliant CEO. You can't get these experiences anywhere else!
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
12/25/2023
Always have great experiences and activities we probably wouldn't find by ourselves, plus great guides.
12/25/2023
Great adventure. Brilliant CEO. You can't get these experiences anywhere else!
12/11/2023
Smaller group. Combines pleasant hotels with more rustic accommodation. Guides were personal
11/11/2023
Knowledgeable and friendly CEO, excellent group of people, good variety of activities, organized, fun!
12/11/2023
Friendly, caring, responsible and fun group leaders
12/11/2023
It's been an incredible experience and very well organized
12/11/2023
Very organized and as a solo traveler it's a great way to meet people with similar interests!
11/27/2023
Quality of guides, organization and experiences
11/27/2023
This is my first time going on a G Adventures trip. I loved how I could just pick out a tour and everything was planned out for me
11/27/2023
Ethical practices and fantastic guides
11/27/2023
G Adventures consistently offers quality tours with responsible travel. This is extremely important to my travel.
11/13/2023
Loved meeting a like-minded travel-loving group
11/13/2023
Good organisation, local people with a lot of knowledge and always interesting visits
11/13/2023
11/13/2023
The trip and the transport to all the places we visited was excellent. On every stop you had enough time to wander around and learn more about it.
11/06/2012
Both CEOs were passionate about their country and passed this onto our group. They went out of their way to make our experience amazing. Apart from what was on the itinerary they offered us plenty of extra/other options.
10/30/2023
It was a good trip with lots of learning and activity.
10/30/2023
Audrey was amazing. She made the trip fun and interesting, and solved every problem that came up.
10/09/2023
Ronny was fantastic and his local knowledge made the trip special
10/09/2023
Super fun trip!
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