10-Day Unveiling Bangkok and the Northern Wonders of Thailand
- Bangkok
- Kanchanaburi
- Ayutthaya
- Phitsanulok
- Sukhothai
- Chiang Rai
- Chiang Mai
- Mae Hong Son
For those passionate about exploring and learning about culture and history, you must not miss the North Thailand Route 10-Day History Tour. This tour immerses you in the vibrant essence and historical depth of Thailand's northern regions. From the dynamic cityscapes of Bangkok to the ancient ruins and tranquil landscapes of the north, this tour offers a compelling mix of discovery and relaxation. Your final destination, Mae Hong Son, presents a mosaic of natural and cultural wonders. Let the adventure begin!
- Commence on a journey of cultural immersion and historical discovery in Thailand!
- Marvel at the awe-inspiring architecture of UNESCO World Heritage sites.
- Experience unforgettable encounters with gentle elephants in Chiang Mai.
- Indulge in the breathtaking beauty of Thailand's mountainous landscapes.
- Bangkok
- Kanchanaburi
- Ayutthaya
- Phitsanulok
- Sukhothai
- Chiang Rai
- Chiang Mai
- Mae Hong Son
DAY 1 ARRIVAL IN BANGKOK
Upon your arrival in Bangkok, a friendly local guide from Kampá Tour will warmly welcome you at the airport and accompany you to your centrally located hotel, with rooms ready for check-in from 2 p.m. onward.
Seize the chance to relax or immerse yourself in the vibrant energy of the Thai capital.
Your first night will be spent comfortably at the hotel, marking the beginning of your unforgettable 10-day historical journey through northern Thailand with Kampá Tour.
DAY 2 BANGKOK CITY TOUR
After a hearty breakfast, kick off your adventure with a leisurely long-tail boat ride along the Chao Phraya River. Start your journey through Thonburi's bustling canals, where you'll catch glimpses of local life by the water. Visit three of Thailand's oldest temples, including the awe-inspiring Temple of Dawn and the Grand Palace. Immerse yourself in the beauty of Wat Pho and its Reclining Buddha.
Return to the hotel for some well-deserved rest.
Take your night rest in Bangkok.
DAY 3 BANGKOK – KANCHANABURI – BANG PA IN – AYUTTHAYA
Depart for Ayutthaya, the former capital of Siam, stopping en route at the Bang Pa In Summer Palace.
After that, arrive in Ayutthaya, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known as the "Venice of the East" for its riverside location. Explore Wat Phra Si, Wat Chai Wattanaram, and Wat Yai Chai Mongkol, remnants of the Ayutthaya Empire.
Spend your night in Ayutthaya.
DAY 4 AYUTTHAYA – PHITSANULOK – SUKHOTHAI
Leave Ayutthaya early for Phitsanulok, visiting Wat Mahathat to see the stunning Phra Chinnarat Buddha. Explore the local museum before continuing to Sukhothai, Thailand's first capital in the 13th century. Discover the Sukhothai Historical Park, a UNESCO site featuring palaces, temples, and ancient artifacts. Attend the Loi Krathong festival in the evening to experience local cuisine.
Stay the night in the tranquility of Sukhothai.
DAY 5 SUKHOTHAI – CHIANG RAI
You will arrive in Chiang Rai around noon. Don't forget to discover the famous Golden Triangle where the borders of the three countries Thailand, Myanmar (Burma) and Laos meet at the Mekong River. Next, we will visit Mae Sai, the northernmost point of Thailand on the Burmese border. Mae Sai is a small but thriving town where you will meet many local mountain people.
Night in Chiang Rai.
DAY 6 CHIANG RAI – CHIANG MAI
Start your day with a boat excursion to explore the renowned Golden Triangle, an area famous for its land borders with Myanmar and Laos, offering magnificent views of the Mekong River.
Depart for Chiang Saen and embark on a motorboat to cruise along the Khong River, marking the border between Thailand and Laos. Arrive at the Golden Triangle, the meeting point of three countries - Myanmar, Laos, and Thailand. Disembark and journey to Chiang Mai, hailed as the "Rose of the North."
Upon arrival, visit Wat Phra That Doi Suthep, an iconic site in Chiang Mai where sacred Buddha relics are enshrined in a revered spot within the golden stupa. Legend has it that in the 14th century, an elephant chose the location for this pagoda, which overlooks the city from atop a 1,000-meter hill. Accessible via a staircase of 300 steps adorned with two gigantic nagas, the chedi stands 22 meters tall and is covered in gold leaf. The site offers a panoramic view of Chiang Mai that is not to be missed.
Return to Chiang Mai for an overnight stay.
DAY 7 CHIANG MAI – ELEPHANT CAMPS
Spend the day exploring an elephant training camp nestled amidst the jungle. Transfer to the camp and outskirts of Chiang Mai to visit Baan Chang Elephant Farm. Far from being a mere tourist camp, Baan Chang offers "responsible" activities and courses that prioritize the welfare of these majestic animals. Learn about the elephants and care for them, feeding them their favorite treats of bananas and sugarcane. Enjoy a ride on the back of an elephant through the lush jungle.
Indulge in a lunch of local specialties before participating in the magical experience of bathing with the elephants. Return to Chiang Mai, where the rest of the day is free for relaxation. Overnight stay in Chiang Mai.
DAY 8 CHIANG MAI – MAE HONG SON
After breakfast, depart for Mae Hong Son. Then we will visit the temples of Wat Jong Kham and Wat Jong Klang, followed by the Phra That Doi Kong Mu Temple, offering stunning views of Mae Hong Son city.
Next, explore the Long Neck Village in Baan Hua Sertao. Overnight stay in Mae Hong Son.
At the end, we will visit Long Neck town in Baan Hua Sertao. Night in Mae Hong Son.
DAY 9 MAE HONG SON – CHIANG MAI
Today, we will embark on a visit to the World War II Japanese Museum, followed by a journey to Mae Sariang in Maelanoi to explore the unique Crystal Cave found nowhere else in Thailand. Visit the Wat Prathat Chomthong Temple before driving back to Chiang Mai through picturesque mountain landscapes.
Overnight stay in Chiang Mai.
DAY 10 CHIANG MAI – DEPARTURE
Depending on your flight schedule, you will catch a flight back to Bangkok to begin your journey home.
This concludes your 10-day historical tour of North Thailand with Kampá Tour. We hope you have enjoyed exploring Thailand's rich culture, stunning landscapes, and vibrant cities. Thank you for choosing Kampá Tour, and we look forward to welcoming you on your next adventure.
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- Accommodation for the entire circuit, in hotels or with locals
- Travel according to the program by private car
- English-speaking guide for the visits mentioned in the program
- All activities mentioned in the program, including entrance fees to tourist sites
- Economy class domestic flights with airport taxes included
- Meals mentioned in the program
- Bottle of water during guided tours (2 x 500ml/traveler/day)
- Government taxes currently in force (VAT, etc.)
- International flights from your home
- Visa fees, payable directly at the airport customs (see VISA)
- Bank fees related to payment
- Personal insurance
- Personal beverages during meals: beer, Coca-Cola, fruit juice, etc.
- Other meals not specified in the program
- SIM card and mobile plans
- Tips, personal expenses, and other services not mentioned in the "Our Included Services" section
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What they say about us
Countless travelers create unforgettable memories with us every year. Discover their testimonials about our exceptional service, stunning destinations, and the highlights of their trips !
What they say about us
Carles & his partner - Spain
January 04, 2025 - Good morning, Mrs. Thuy Do,
We finally found the time to write to you and share our travel experience.
A huge THANK YOU for this magnificent trip that was absolutely flawless!
Everything was perfect: from the hotels you selected for us to the drivers and guides (Thai, Dzung, and Anh), who were wonderful and accompanied us throughout. And, of course, the fabulous itinerary you organized for us, allowing us to discover incredible wonders, including the rice terraces in the north, the lantern-filled city of Hoi An in the center, as well as Ninh Binh and Halong Bay.
You and the guides and drivers who joined us contributed immensely to making our trip an unforgettable moment of happiness.
We returned home with great sadness at leaving your beautiful country, as well as the smiles and kindness of its people.
Thank you again for your professionalism, availability, kindness, warmth, the welcome at your agency, and your smiles.
We can’t wait to come back—and
Ethan's Family - Switzerland
December 30, 2024 - Dear Nhung,
A huge THANK YOU for organizing our trip, which was flawless. And yet, we gave you so much work!
First, in crafting the itinerary, custom-tailored to include our requested visits. You contacted me several times on WhatsApp, and in the end, the itinerary suited us perfectly and fit within the budget we had set. Thank you, Nhung, for your availability, attentiveness, and patience.
Then, unfortunately, we had to test your skills and professionalism when, one day before departure, my wife had a sinus infection requiring emergency surgery. We were initially supposed to travel as a group of three—my sister, my wife, and me. Given how well-prepared the trip was, I asked my sister to go ahead. Three days after the surgery, which went very well, I decided to join my sister and pick up the itinerary mid-trip (a week later) from Ha Long Bay. Nhung was amazing and remarkably efficient. She canceled my wife's arrangements and organized my transfer to the Ha
Françoise & Claude - France
December 12, 2024 - Dear NHUNG,
A huge THANK YOU for organizing our trip, which was flawless. How much work you must have had to do for us!
First, for creating a custom itinerary, taking into account our requests for visits. To do this, you contacted me several times on WhatsApp, and in the end, the tour was perfect and fit within our budget. Thank you, Nhung, for your availability, your listening, and your patience.
Then, unfortunately, we had to test, quite against our will, your competence and professionalism when, one day before departure, my husband developed a sinus infection requiring urgent surgery. We were leaving as three—my brother and us. We had prepared the trip so well that I asked my brother to go ahead. Three days later, after the surgery went very well, I decided to join my brother and take the tour from Halong Bay (one week later). Nhung was amazing and incredibly efficient. She canceled my husband’s personal bookings and took care of my transfer to the Halon
Eric and friends - Australia
November 25, 2024 - Hello Nhung,
What a wonderful surprise this palace in Sapa is once again.
We deeply appreciate the tranquility and relaxation of this sumptuous and luxurious establishment: it's a perfect retreat after the bustling days we’ve had since our arrival.
What magnificent discoveries we’ve had in the program you organized for us.
Incredible landscapes and settings, remarkable encounters, and extraordinary people everywhere in the local life. The guides were all different but so passionate and engaging (little Linh, so endearing, Hang, and Sam, so dedicated and professional). The drivers were experienced (especially Cuong in the North, who is our favorite: so kind and attentive… and an expert at navigating the mountain roads to keep us safe).
Leonardo and his wife - France
November 15, 2024 - Dear Nhung,
I finally find the time to write to you and share the impressions that our journey to Vietnam left on us.
Beyond the wonderful memories of the 23 days we spent in Vietnam, there is a particular aspect of this trip that I wish to share with you.
My wife and I have traveled fairly extensively. Not as much as we would have liked, but over the years, we have had the opportunity to visit several countries and have learned to organize our trips quite competently and independently. We have never participated in an organized tour and have always chosen our destinations, itineraries, and experiences based on our readings about the countries we visit and our personal tastes and interests. For Vietnam, our starting point was the same, and you may recall that to define our itinerary, we initially sent you a very precise and detailed travel plan.
Véronique Demonçay - Canada
October 20, 2024 - Good evening Mrs. Trang,
We have returned home and resumed work, though with a bit of nostalgia after discovering your beautiful country.
We had an excellent trip; everything was just as planned. Our guide Thien made the stay very enjoyable by scheduling visits during less crowded times. Always kind, cheerful, and speaking excellent English, he shared his knowledge and the great cultural richness of his country. He always gave us great advice. Thank you also to Mr. Long for his careful driving and kindness.
In Cambodia, Mr. Tra (short for his name) also adapted the visit itinerary to less crowded times. He added a temple visit and the visit to the Angkor Scent Workshop. We ended up visiting the floating village of Kampong Phuck, which was closer than the one originally planned, and there weren't too many people yet. This allowed us to visit a local market as well.
Just for your information, it’s necessary to complete the e-Arrival form for Cambodia in add
Pier-Luc Desbiens - Australia
October 7, 2024 - Hello,
We booked this tour at the last minute, and Kampá Tour didn’t disappoint with their prompt organization. Our guide, Thao, was fantastic—full of energy, humor, and knowledge. We spent a lot of time on boats, drifting along the rivers and canals. We loved cycling through the quiet palm groves and cruising through the narrow waterways by sampan in Mekong Delta.
A special thank you to the entire team at Kampá Tour. We spent 15 days in a wonderful country, with remarkable people, extraordinary landscapes, and a fascinating culture... Our return flight on Sunday was also perfect, and we have already been back at work since Monday... but with many images of Vietnam still in our heads and hearts 😊
Best regards,
Pier-Luc Desbiens
Brigitte and Jean - USA
September 22, 2024 - Dear Ms. Thanh LE,
We are already back in Toulouse, and we didn’t realize how quickly time flew by.
Our 18-day Vietnam tour (August-September 2024) was an unforgettable experience.
First of all, we would like to thank your agency, "Kampá Tour," and especially you, Ms. Thanh Le. This trip, organized by your agency, was remarkably well-prepared, with representatives always attentive to our needs. The selection of hotels and destinations was meticulously planned. During our stay, we had five guides who were always there for us, making us live magical moments. A special thanks to Nhi and Lam. We loved our experiences in Sapa, Hue, Hanoi, Ha Long Bay, the Imperial City, and many other places (the list is long).
Regarding safety, it was very reassuring, and we felt well taken care of before and during the trip. On the first day, we had the chance to meet you at your Hanoi office, where you handed us the documents for our tour. I highly recommend this customiz
Maria Dolores & friends - Argentina
September 12, 2024 - Hello,
We had the most amazing time and are heading back to Argentina completely in love with your beautiful country! Everything was perfectly organized, and always on time.
The hotels were so comfortable, and the guides were absolutely fantastic. Special thanks to Luis in Hanoi and Ming in Phnom Penh for their kindness and professionalism – they really made our trip extra special! Hue and Phnom Penh were simply breathtaking – such charming cities with so much history and beauty. We couldn't have asked for a better experience, and we truly appreciate all the effort that went into planning this unforgettable journey.
I will be recommending your agency to all my friends and family – you have been incredible!
Big hugs and all the best,
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Do I need a visa to visit Thailand?
Members of the G7 countries, including France, Belgium, Switzerland, and Canada, are allowed to enter Thailand without a visa for stays of up to 45 days. This policy applies to both land and air arrivals. Travelers must present a passport valid for at least 6 months beyond the return date and round-trip airline tickets upon arrival.
If your trip exceeds 45 days, you can apply for a visa either online or at the Embassy of Thailand. We recommend the E-visa for its convenience and speed. After completing the required procedures on the website https://www.thaievisa.go.th/, you will typically wait for two or three business days to receive the E-visa, which will be sent to your email address.
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