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If you’re short on time but want to see the sights north of Bangkok (and really, who doesn’t?), this is the express trip for you. Take seven days, pack them full of wonderment and reflection in Northern Thailand — Kanchanaburi, Ayutthaya, and Chiang Mai, and plenty of temples, palaces, and...
- 7 Days
- Trip Start: Bangkok
- Trip End: Chiang Mai
- Trip Code: ATNR
- From: $839.3
If you’re short on time but want to see the sights north of Bangkok (and really, who doesn’t?), this is the express trip for you. Take seven days, pack them full of wonderment and reflection in Northern Thailand — Kanchanaburi, Ayutthaya, and Chiang Mai, and plenty of temples, palaces, and small villages to explore — and you’ve got a recipe for one of the most memorable weeks you’ll ever have. Toss in the ease of travel by trains and buses and there’s no way you’ll feel like you’re missing out on anything in this dynamic region.
Is this tour for me?
Travel Style: Classic
All of the highlights, culture, access, and I-can’t-believe-we-did-that moments, all at a great price.
Service Level: Standard
Comfortable tourist-class accommodations with character; mix of public and private transport.
Physical Grading: 1 - Easy
Light walking, few climbs more challenging than a flight of stairs. Easy does it.
Merchandising: Top Seller
Trip Type: Small Group
Group trips average 12 travellers per departure, depending on the adventure. The maximum is usually no more than 16, but some can be smaller or bigger, depending on the trip. Check individual trips for details.
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Bangkok to Chiang Mai Express - Itinerary
DAY 1
Bangkok
Arrive at any time.
Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group:
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.
Hotel Royal Bangkok @ Chinatown:
Hotel Royal Bangkok @ Chinatown
Bangkok to Chiang Mai Express - Itinerary
DAY 1
Bangkok
Arrive at any time.
Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group:
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.
Hotel Royal Bangkok @ Chinatown:
Hotel Royal Bangkok @ Chinatown
Bangkok to Chiang Mai Express Departure Dates
All Years
| Start | Ending | Availability | Prices from | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wed, Dec 24 2025 | Tue, Dec 30 2025 | Sold Out | $1,007.3 USD (price includes taxes and fees) | |
| Sat, Dec 27 2025 | Fri, Jan 02 2026 | Open (3) | $1,007.3 USD (price includes taxes and fees) | |
| Mon, Dec 29 2025 | Sun, Jan 04 2026 | Open (14) | $1,007.3 USD (price includes taxes and fees) | |
| Wed, Dec 31 2025 | Tue, Jan 06 2026 | Open (1) | $1,007.3 USD (price includes taxes and fees) | |
| Sat, Jan 03 2026 | Fri, Jan 09 2026 | Open (1) | $1,007.3 USD (price includes taxes and fees) | |
| Mon, Jan 05 2026 | Sun, Jan 11 2026 | Open (5) | $1,007.3 USD (price includes taxes and fees) | |
| Sat, Jan 10 2026 | Fri, Jan 16 2026 | Open (1) | $1,007.3 USD (price includes taxes and fees) | |
| Mon, Jan 12 2026 | Sun, Jan 18 2026 | Open (11) | $1,007.3 USD (price includes taxes and fees) | |
| Wed, Jan 14 2026 | Tue, Jan 20 2026 | Open (11) | $1,007.3 USD (price includes taxes and fees) | |
| Sat, Jan 17 2026 | Fri, Jan 23 2026 | Open (2) | $1,007.3 USD (price includes taxes and fees) | |
| Mon, Jan 19 2026 | Sun, Jan 25 2026 | Open (6) | $1,007.3 USD (price includes taxes and fees) | |
| Wed, Jan 21 2026 | Tue, Jan 27 2026 | Open (9) | $1,007.3 USD (price includes taxes and fees) | |
| Sat, Jan 24 2026 | Fri, Jan 30 2026 | Open (9) | $1,007.3 USD (price includes taxes and fees) | |
| Mon, Jan 26 2026 | Sun, Feb 01 2026 | Open (15) | $1,007.3 USD (price includes taxes and fees) | |
| Wed, Jan 28 2026 | Tue, Feb 03 2026 | Open (4) | $1,007.3 USD (price includes taxes and fees) | |
| Mon, Feb 02 2026 | Sun, Feb 08 2026 | Sold Out | $1,007.3 USD (price includes taxes and fees) | |
| Wed, Feb 04 2026 | Tue, Feb 10 2026 | Open (13) | $1,007.3 USD (price includes taxes and fees) | |
| Sat, Feb 07 2026 | Fri, Feb 13 2026 | Open (5) | $1,007.3 USD (price includes taxes and fees) | |
| Mon, Feb 09 2026 | Sun, Feb 15 2026 | Open (12) | $1,007.3 USD (price includes taxes and fees) | |
| Sat, Feb 14 2026 | Fri, Feb 20 2026 | Open (11) | $1,007.3 USD (price includes taxes and fees) | |
| Wed, Feb 18 2026 | Tue, Feb 24 2026 | Open (16) | $1,007.3 USD (price includes taxes and fees) | |
| Sat, Feb 21 2026 | Fri, Feb 27 2026 | Open (11) | $1,007.3 USD (price includes taxes and fees) | |
| Sat, Feb 28 2026 | Fri, Mar 06 2026 | Open (15) | $1,007.3 USD (price includes taxes and fees) | |
| Mon, Mar 02 2026 | Sun, Mar 08 2026 | Open (11) | $972.3 USD (price includes taxes and fees) | |
| Sat, Mar 07 2026 | Fri, Mar 13 2026 | Open (5) | $972.3 USD (price includes taxes and fees) | |
| Mon, Mar 09 2026 | Sun, Mar 15 2026 | Open (11) | $972.3 USD (price includes taxes and fees) | |
| Sat, Mar 14 2026 | Fri, Mar 20 2026 | Open (9) | $972.3 USD (price includes taxes and fees) | |
| Mon, Mar 16 2026 | Sun, Mar 22 2026 | Open (14) | $972.3 USD (price includes taxes and fees) | |
| Sat, Mar 21 2026 | Fri, Mar 27 2026 | Open (8) | $972.3 USD (price includes taxes and fees) | |
| Mon, Mar 23 2026 | Sun, Mar 29 2026 | Open (15) | $972.3 USD (price includes taxes and fees) | |
| Sat, Mar 28 2026 | Fri, Apr 03 2026 | Open (14) | $972.3 USD (price includes taxes and fees) | |
| Sat, Apr 04 2026 | Fri, Apr 10 2026 | Open (14) | $839.3 USD (price includes taxes and fees) | |
| Wed, Apr 08 2026 | Tue, Apr 14 2026 | Open (15) | $839.3 USD (price includes taxes and fees) | |
| Sat, Apr 11 2026 | Fri, Apr 17 2026 | Open (15) | $839.3 USD (price includes taxes and fees) | |
| Wed, Apr 15 2026 | Tue, Apr 21 2026 | Open (16) | $839.3 USD (price includes taxes and fees) | |
| Wed, Apr 22 2026 | Tue, Apr 28 2026 | Open (16) | $839.3 USD (price includes taxes and fees) | |
| Sat, Apr 25 2026 | Fri, May 01 2026 | Open (16) | $839.3 USD (price includes taxes and fees) | |
| Sat, May 02 2026 | Fri, May 08 2026 | Open (11) | $1,079.1 USD (price includes taxes and fees) | |
| Sat, May 09 2026 | Fri, May 15 2026 | Open (12) | $1,079.1 USD (price includes taxes and fees) | |
| Sat, May 23 2026 | Fri, May 29 2026 | Open (13) | $1,079.1 USD (price includes taxes and fees) | |
| Sat, May 30 2026 | Fri, Jun 05 2026 | Open (16) | $1,079.1 USD (price includes taxes and fees) | |
| Sat, Jun 06 2026 | Fri, Jun 12 2026 | Open (14) | $1,250.1 USD (price includes taxes and fees) | |
| Sat, Jun 13 2026 | Fri, Jun 19 2026 | Open (14) | $1,250.1 USD (price includes taxes and fees) | |
| Sat, Jun 20 2026 | Fri, Jun 26 2026 | Open (16) | $1,250.1 USD (price includes taxes and fees) | |
| Wed, Jun 24 2026 | Tue, Jun 30 2026 | Open (16) | $1,250.1 USD (price includes taxes and fees) | |
| Sat, Jun 27 2026 | Fri, Jul 03 2026 | Open (16) | $1,250.1 USD (price includes taxes and fees) | |
| Sat, Jul 04 2026 | Fri, Jul 10 2026 | Open (16) | $1,250.1 USD (price includes taxes and fees) | |
| Wed, Jul 08 2026 | Tue, Jul 14 2026 | Open (15) | $1,250.1 USD (price includes taxes and fees) | |
| Wed, Jul 22 2026 | Tue, Jul 28 2026 | Open (16) | $1,250.1 USD (price includes taxes and fees) | |
| Sat, Jul 25 2026 | Fri, Jul 31 2026 | Open (16) | $1,250.1 USD (price includes taxes and fees) | |
| Sat, Aug 01 2026 | Fri, Aug 07 2026 | Open (13) | $1,250.1 USD (price includes taxes and fees) | |
| Wed, Aug 05 2026 | Tue, Aug 11 2026 | Open (16) | $1,250.1 USD (price includes taxes and fees) | |
| Sat, Aug 15 2026 | Fri, Aug 21 2026 | Open (16) | $1,079.1 USD (price includes taxes and fees) | |
| Sat, Aug 29 2026 | Fri, Sep 04 2026 | Open (16) | $1,079.1 USD (price includes taxes and fees) | |
| Sat, Sep 12 2026 | Fri, Sep 18 2026 | Open (16) | $1,199 USD (price includes taxes and fees) | |
| Sat, Sep 19 2026 | Fri, Sep 25 2026 | Open (14) | $1,199 USD (price includes taxes and fees) | |
| Wed, Sep 23 2026 | Tue, Sep 29 2026 | Open (15) | $1,199 USD (price includes taxes and fees) | |
| Sat, Sep 26 2026 | Fri, Oct 02 2026 | Open (16) | $1,199 USD (price includes taxes and fees) | |
| Sat, Oct 03 2026 | Fri, Oct 09 2026 | Open (16) | $1,389 USD (price includes taxes and fees) | |
| Sat, Oct 10 2026 | Fri, Oct 16 2026 | Open (15) | $1,389 USD (price includes taxes and fees) | |
| Sat, Oct 17 2026 | Fri, Oct 23 2026 | Open (16) | $1,389 USD (price includes taxes and fees) | |
| Sat, Oct 24 2026 | Fri, Oct 30 2026 | Open (16) | $1,389 USD (price includes taxes and fees) | |
| Wed, Oct 28 2026 | Tue, Nov 03 2026 | Open (16) | $1,389 USD (price includes taxes and fees) | |
| Sat, Oct 31 2026 | Fri, Nov 06 2026 | Open (16) | $1,389 USD (price includes taxes and fees) | |
| Mon, Nov 02 2026 | Sun, Nov 08 2026 | Open (16) | $1,389 USD (price includes taxes and fees) | |
| Wed, Nov 04 2026 | Tue, Nov 10 2026 | Open (16) | $1,389 USD (price includes taxes and fees) | |
| Sat, Nov 07 2026 | Fri, Nov 13 2026 | Open (14) | $1,389 USD (price includes taxes and fees) | |
| Mon, Nov 09 2026 | Sun, Nov 15 2026 | Open (16) | $1,389 USD (price includes taxes and fees) | |
| Wed, Nov 11 2026 | Tue, Nov 17 2026 | Open (16) | $1,389 USD (price includes taxes and fees) | |
| Sat, Nov 14 2026 | Fri, Nov 20 2026 | Open (16) | $1,389 USD (price includes taxes and fees) |
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USEFUL INFO
What are the main highlights of this trip?
What are the main highlights of this trip?
Explore magnificent temples, Sleep in a floating rafthouse, See the multi-tiered Erawan Falls, Visit the old capital city of Ayutthaya, Learn about the sombre history of Kanchanaburi
Dossier Disclaimer
Dossier Disclaimer
The information in this trip details document has been compiled with care and is provided in good faith. However it is subject to change, and does not form part of the contract between the client and the operator. The itinerary featured is correct at time of printing. It may differ slightly to the one in the brochure. Occasionally our itineraries change as we make improvements that stem from past travellers, comments and our own research. Sometimes it can be a small change like adding an extra meal along the itinerary. Sometimes the change may result in us altering the tour for the coming year. Ultimately, our goal is to provide you with the most rewarding experience. Please note that our brochure is usually released in November each year. If you have booked from the previous brochure you may find there have been some changes to the itinerary.
VERY IMPORTANT: Please ensure that you print a final copy of your Trip Details to review a couple of days prior to travel, in case there have been changes that affect your plans.
Itinerary Disclaimer
Itinerary Disclaimer
While it is our intention to adhere to the route described below, there is a certain amount of flexibility built into the itinerary and on occasion it may be necessary, or desirable to make alterations. The itinerary is brief, as we never know exactly where our journey will take us. Due to our style of travel and the regions we visit, travel can be unpredictable. The Trip Details document is a general guide to the tour and region and any mention of specific destinations or wildlife is by no means a guarantee that they will be visited or encountered. Aboard expedition trips visits to research stations depend on final permission.
Additionally, any travel times listed are approximations only and subject to vary due to local circumstances.
Itinerary Notes
Itinerary Notes
Effective May 1, 2025, all travelers entering Thailand through air, land, or sea must complete the Thailand E-Arrival form. You must register at least 3 days before arrival. Please see Trip Details for more information.
Included
- ✓ Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
- ✓ Wat Pho visit
- ✓ Klong riverboat tour
- ✓ Erawan Falls and Bridge on the River Kwai visit (Kanchanaburi)
- ✓ Thai-Burma Railway Centre and Allied War Cemetery visit
- ✓ Temple ruins tour (Ayutthaya)
- ✓ Doi Suthep temple visit (Chiang Mai)
- ✓ All transport between destinations and to/from included activities.
Accommodations
- ✓ Hotels (4 nts), rafthouse (1 nt), sleeper train (1 nt).
Meals
- ✓ 5 breakfasts, 1 dinner
Transportation
- ✓ Train, private van, walking.
Staff & experts
- ✓ CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, local guides.
