Chiang Mai, Thailand 5 Day Itinerary

Chiang Mai 5-Day Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival & Old City Exploration

• 🛬 Arrive at Chiang Mai International Airport. Taxi or Grab (similar to Uber) is recommended for transportation.
• 🏨 Check-in at a hotel within the Old City, such as 99 The House Chiang Mai or Rachamankha.
• ⏱ Spend the afternoon exploring the Old City’s historic temples, including Wat Phra Singh, Wat Chedi Luang, and Wat Phan Tao.
• 🍴 For dinner, visit Khao Soi Khun Yai for a traditional Khao Soi dish.
• 🌙 Stroll through the Night Bazaar for shopping and local entertainment.

Day 2: Doi Suthep & Art Zone

• ☀️ Morning trip to Doi Suthep, where you can visit the beautiful Wat Phra That Doi Suthep and enjoy panoramic views of Chiang Mai.
• 🍽 Lunch at Porky & Brothers for some delicious Thai BBQ.
• ✏️ Afternoon visit to the Art Zone for shopping, cafes, and art galleries.
• 🎭 Attend a traditional Lanna Thai cultural show at Sankampaeng Art & Culture Park or Tattoo House Theatre.

Day 3: Elephant Sanctuary & Night Market

• 🐘 Morning visit to an ethical elephant sanctuary like Elephants Nature Park or Boonyod Elephant Sanctuary.
• 🍽 Lunch at Germ supplement for some healthy Thai food.
• 🌳 Afternoon visit to the Bua Tong Sticky Waterfalls or Mae Sa Waterfall.
• 🌙 Evening at the Warorot Market or Chatuchak Weekend Night Market for shopping and local street food.

Day 4: Cooking Class & Temple Visit

• 🍳 Morning cooking class experience at Thai Farm Cooking School or Baan Thai Cookery School.
• ☀️ Afternoon visit to the unique Wat Rong Khun (White Temple) or Baan Dam, the Black House.
• 🍽 Dinner at Leisure Land for a mix of Thai and international cuisine.
• ☯️ Evening meditation session at Wat Suan Dok or Wat Phra That Doi Kham.

Day 5: Chiang Rai Day Trip

• 🚌 Organize a day trip to Chiang Rai to visit the famous Wat Rong Khun - White Temple by the artists Chalermchai Kositpipat and the breathtaking Blue Temple.
• 🍽 Lunch in Chiang Rai at Khao Soi Araksa or Ruam Mit Ma Cafe.
• ☁️ Return to Chiang Mai in the evening and pack for your journey home.