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Northern Thailand (Bangkok to Chiang Mai)

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Northern Thailand is a landlocked highland region stretching from Bangkok in the central plains up to Chiang Mai, the cultural capital of the north, near the Myanmar border. The journey between the two cities — by overnight train, bus, or flight — is a classic Thai travel route, with the north known for its cooler mountain climate, forested hills, and proximity to the Golden Triangle. Chiang Mai itself is renowned for its ancient walled old city, hundreds of Buddhist temples, vibrant night markets, and as a gateway to trekking, elephant sanctuaries, and hill tribe villages. Travellers come for the slower pace, rich Lanna culture, world-class street food, and outdoor adventures across Doi Inthanon, Thailand's highest peak.

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Northern Thailand (Bangkok to Chiang Mai) · 7 days

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One Week in Northern Thailand – Self-Guided

Experience the best of northern Thailand independently — from Bangkok's chaotic street food scene to Chiang Mai's misty mountain villages — at a fraction of the cost of a group tour. You'll ride the same overnight train, trek the same hilltribe trails, and paddle the same rivers, but book everything yourself and pocket the savings. This self-guided version follows the Intrepid Travel TTYP itinerary route but replaces guided group accommodation and mark-ups with hostels, guesthouses, direct bookings and local transport. All costs are approximate estimates per person.

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