Bangkok & Chiang Mai 7-Day Trip
Thailand's two personalities by air: Bangkok's temples and markets, then Chiang Mai's moated old city and mountain cafés.
Trip overview
- The temple trio then the mountain temples
- The ethical elephant day
- Two food cultures in one country
Best time to visit
November–February is cool season for both; avoid the north's March burning haze.
Day-by-day itinerary
Day 1 · Bangkok — temples
- 🛕08:30The Grand Palace trio
- 🛕
Day 2 · Bangkok — markets
- 🛍️09:30Chatuchak & Yaowarat
- 🛍️
Day 3 · Bangkok — canals
- 🛶09:00The khlongs by longtail; fly north
- 🛶
Day 4 · Chiang Mai — old city
- 🛕09:00Wat Phra Singh & Wat Chedi Luang
- 🛕
Day 5 · Chiang Mai — elephants
- 🐘07:30The ethical sanctuary day
- 🐘
Day 6 · Chiang Mai — Doi Suthep
- ⛰️08:00The mountain temple & Nimman cafés
- ⛰️
Day 7 · Cooking & Departure
- ✈️09:00The cooking school & CNX
- ✈️
Budget
Estimated total cost: 350 USD for 7 days.
Includes accommodation, local transport, food, and activities. International flights not included.
Travel tips
- November–February is cool season for both; avoid the north's March burning haze.
- Carry local currency for small eateries and street food; cards are widely accepted in cities.
- Book popular restaurants in advance during peak season.
- Use public transit where possible — most stops in Bangkok are tourist-friendly.
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