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Luxury Chiang Mai Tours made for you

Capital of the cultural north

Temples, bazaars and hill tribes

The capital of Thailand’s cultural north, Chiang Mai is home to over 300 Buddhist temples, a thriving night bazaar and is best known for its access to hill tribes and elephants.

Chiang Mun, Chedi Luang and Phrasingh are some of the most striking temples in the city with strong architectural influences from Lanna Thai and Myanmar, while locals insist you have not arrived before a visit to Wat Phra That Doi Suthep. Out of town and 290 steep steps, or a popular cable car journey later, Wat Phra atop Doi Sutherp Mountain is a spectacular temple in its own right and very rewarding for the panoramic views alone.

Chiang Mai’s night bazaar offers crafts, souvenirs, kitsch and antiques. Even those with the strictest resolve not to buy will be softened by the lively atmosphere and friendly vendors.

Escaping the city, we can arrange white water rafting, cycling through rural villages and visits to responsible elephant sanctuaries as well as authentic and personal visits to hill tribes.

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From our experts

Experiences picked by our Chiang Mai specialists

Gain a deeper appreciation for local culture

Visit temples and hill tribe villages.

Cook traditional Thai cuisine

Learn how to make traditional Thai cuisine in a private lesson with an esteemed chef.

Set off on a guided trek

Go trekking through the scenic Chiang Dao region.

Ride a Vespa along mountain roads

Explore the countryside by Vespa, riding along mountain roads and visiting local communities.

A word from one of our experts

Despite being the capital of Northern Thailand, Chiang Mai much smaller than Bangkok and a stay there feels much more relaxed. It’s steeped in history and you can spend hours wandering around the temples and night markets in the Old Town. If you fancy heading out of town, you’ll be perfectly placed to explore the surrounding national parks and try out a few more adventurous activities.

Leanne Anglo Travel Designer

Luxury accommodation in Chiang Mai

There are many incredible places to stay in Chiang Mai. Here are some of our favourites, handpicked by our travel designers:

Why book with Jacada?

  • Personalised design

    We’ll plan your trip around your specific interests, tastes and preferences, providing helpful tips and honest advice based on first-hand knowledge of the destination.

  • Authentic experiences

    Our expert guides and brilliant travel concierges are hand-picked to provide a genuine experience, bringing your destination to life with care and passion.

  • Responsible travel

    Our luxury trips are designed with responsible travel principles that prioritise travel experiences that are both good for you and good for the planet.

Trip inspiration

Get inspired with our Chiang Mai example trips and then get in touch to plan your own adventure

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When to visit

The best time to visit Thailand is during its dry season. For most parts of the country, this would be between November and March, extending into April and May for some regions. Thailand is characterised by the rainy, hot and cool seasons. The north is less humid and experiences the greatest range of temperatures with cold nights during the cool season. The temperatures are more consistent in southern Thailand but the Andaman coast is hit hardest during the rainy season (October to December).

Island-hopping

November - February

Cultural festivals

November - April

Scuba diving

November - April

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