Northern Thai Highlights – Thailand Tour for Young Adults & Young Solo Travellers

Northern Thai Highlights Tours for Young Adults

The one that takes you from bustling Bangkok to the rolling hills of north Thailand

The North of Thailand is a haven for travellers, and it’s easy to see why. Venturing into this part of the world sees you explore bustling cities and picturesque highlands. Expect to see a side to Thailand that most of people miss, like staying overnight in a floating jungle raft, learning to cook the local cuisine like a pro, basking in the gilded Grand Palace, and eating your way around the Pai night markets. And that’s just a sprinkling of what we have in store for you.

“70 percent join our trips solo”

“70% of our travellers join our trips solo, so you’ll travel with like-minded young people who want to make friends, experience new things and create lifelong memories. This is the best way to turn solo travel into the most social travel imaginable.” (Cited from the very experienced and internationally popular operator of this tour for young adults. For the latest info and eventual changes see here)

“Most popular youth travel company in the world”

Info by the very experienced and internationally popular operator of this tour for young adults (“Most popular youth travel company in the world”, Wikipedia): “Our trips are exclusively for 18-35s, and whether you join us solo or in a group, our trips are designed so you can share incredible experiences with young travellers just like you.”

Reviews by tour participants:

5 out of 5 stars (14 Reviews)* (all reviews and the latest rating available on the details page

Target age group:

18 to 35 (35 to 45 at “Reunion Trips“)

Trip duration and price:

8 days, 1 country from about $ 1162* (final prices – also in other currencies like British £ or € – available on the booking page)

Destinations:

Asia > Thailand

You’ll find all details and eventual changes on the details page

Planned Itinerary:

Day 1: Bangkok

Day 2: Bangkok

Kanchanaburi

Day 3: Kanchanaburi

Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya

Overnight Train to Chiang Mai

Day 4: Overnight Train to Chiang Mai

Chiang Mai

Pai

Day 5: Pai

Day 6: Pai

Chiang Mai

Day 7: Chiang Mai

Day 8: Chiang Mai

Day 1: Bangkok

BangkokThe heat and hustle of Thailand’s capital will hit you the moment you land in this high energy city. After checking into our hotel you’re free to do some DIY exploring, treat your muscles to a soothing massage or just lie by the pool soaking up the first rays of that sweet Thai sunshine. Later we’ll rendezvous as a group back at base so you can hear what’s in store for the trip, then the night is yours to take to the streets for some authentic Pad thai and nightlife on Khao San road.

Nouvo City Hotel (or similar)Day 2: Bangkok to Kanchanaburi

BangkokThe Royal Palace and its 61 acres of incredible buildings will be number one on today’s to do list. We’ll start the day early, with so much to see there’s no time to waste. Just listing today’s sites gives us the butterflies, and we’ll take it all in with our Local Guide leading the charge. Armed with more Local knowledge than we know what to do with, get ready to explore. From shopping, grabbing a massage to indulging in delicious local eats, this afternoon is gearing up to be brilliant.KanchanaburiBangkok, you’ve been a dream, but the show must go on! Fast becoming a must-visit in this part of the world, we make tracks to our next destination, the sleepy town of Kanchanaburi to really get local. There’s nothing like getting some local transport to keep things interesting, so we’ll pop into a boat along the River Kwai where we’ll reach our home for the night, the The Jungle Raft Hotel, Kanchanaburi. Rooms lit by candle light are what you’ll be greeted with, followed by a delicious included dinner of local specialities at dusk. You can even jump in the river directly from your room. Amazing! Because of course here at Contiki we like to keep things a bit special. Tonight as we watch the sunset over the landscape we’ll no doubt be toasting our first full day on the trip and contemplating just how good life is.

River Kwai Jungle Rafts (or similar)

Included Meals:

Breakfast

Dinner

Included ExperienceBewitching Bangkok: Palaces & RiversNose around the gilded Royal Palace, then travel like a local: floating down the Rivers. Included ExperienceStay in a Jungle Raft

Day 3: Kanchanaburi to Chiang Mai

KanchanaburiWe’ll start our day with a visit to the breathtaking Erawan Falls, one of the most famous National Parks of Thailand, made up from seven levels of incredible waterfalls. Take a quick dip in the emerald-hued ponds, dive into the clear waters & get an unreal FOMO Insta shot before we head off to our next stop Ayutthaya.

Phra Nakhon Si AyutthayaWe’ll make a stop in the UNESCO listed city of Ayutthaya, once the capital of Kingdom of Siam before being destroyed by the Burmese in the 18th Century. We’ll grab bikes & ride past ornate temples, towering spires and beautiful palaces. Later, we board our overnight train to Chiang Mai.Overnight Train to Chiang MaiLay back and relax this evening, as we journey towards Chiang Mai.

Overnight Train

Included Meals:

Breakfast

Lunch

Included Experience Relax at Erawan Waterfalls Cool off in emerald pools, shower under a waterfall and get your step count up. All in a day’s work.Included ExperienceBike around Ayutthaya Golden temples, a giant reclining Buddha and so many incredible sights to see. Try not to fall off your bike in shock!

Day 4: Chiang Mai to Pai

Overnight Train to Chiang MaiWe’ll pull into Thailand’s northern capital of Chiang Mai bright and early…

Chiang Mai…But we’re going to keep this adventure going as we roll on into Pai this morning.PaiPrepare to fall in love with this picturesque mountain town. The rest of the day is yours to explore this traveller’s paradise your way. Head out on foot or by bike, and adventure down Pai’s little streets that pack some punch. Be sure to head out to experience Pai by night – an experience to rival that of its big sister Khao San Road in Bangkok.

Baan Krating Pai Resort (or similar)Day 5: Pai

PaiWith another full day in this charming town, be sure to have a strong shot of Thai espresso from one of the local cafes to get up and get going again. Just try to save some juice in the tank for an optional afternoon Muay Thai skills class with an expert, before we head out for our final night in Pai.

Baan Krating Pai Resort (or similar)

Included Meals:

Breakfast

Muay Thai ClassChannel your inner martial arts master & learn from one of the best with a Muay Thai lesson. The Thai martial art is best known in Northern Thailand although more popular with tourists in the south (thanks to Muay Thai bootcamps) take a few pro tips from our resident expert in this non-contact lesson.
Additional costs apply

Day 6: Pai to Chiang MaiMake Travel Matter®

PaiThis morning we’re Chiang Mai bound, but we’re treating ourselves on the way with a visit to the Elephant Nature Park. This park is an elephant rescue and rehabilitation centre that not only provides a sanctuary for the elephants, but gives us the once in a lifetime chance to get up close to these gentle giants. Chiang MaiTonight, there’s a chance for you to spend the evening zipping around on a Vespa as we explore the small streets and alleyways of Chiang Mai. We’ll see some iconic street art and monuments in between food stops at family restaurants and street vendors. Taste the amazing flavours of Tom Kha Gai and BBQ skewers before topping it all off with some live music in the market district. Just ask your Trip Manager for the best tips on where to head and what to do.

The Empress Hotel (or similar)

Included Meals:

Breakfast

Lunch

Make Travel Matter®Befriend Rescued Elephants at Elephant Nature Park (MAKE TRAVEL MATTER ® Experience)Meet these gentle giants (plus rescued rabbits, cats and water buffalo) at this Elephant Nature Park – a kind-hearted elephant sanctuary.
Vespa After Dark TourWe’ll spend tonight zipping around on a Vespa, exploring the small streets & alleyways of Chiang Mai. Between foodie stops at family restaurants & street vendors, we’ll check out some local monuments and even try our hand at making papaya salad. Taste the amazing flavours of Tom Kha Gai & BBQ skewers before topping it all off with some live music in the market district (100kg weight restriction).
Additional costs apply

Day 7: Chiang Mai

Chiang MaiToday is yours to make the most of the laid-back city of Chiang Mai. Maybe head out into the city’s heart on foot and explore the old town, or treat yourself to a traditional Thai massage. Later this evening, you have the chance to dabble in the art of authentic Thai cooking so you can wow everyone back home with a mean Pad Thai.

The Empress Hotel (or similar)

Included Meals:

Breakfast

Thai Cooking Class & Market VisitTour local markets, guided by the head chef, followed by travel to cooking class area which is set in a rice field in the outskirts of Chiang Mai.
Additional costs apply

Day 8: End Chiang Mai

Chiang Mai

This morning we say fond farewells before going our separate ways. Dry those tears, because no doubt we’ll make big plans to reunite somewhere special soon.
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Included Meals:

Breakfast

You’ll find all details and eventual changes on the details & booking page

Some of the Highlights:

Included Experience
Bewitching Bangkok: Palaces & Rivers

Nose around the gilded Royal Palace, then travel like a local: floating down the Rivers.

INCLUDED

Included Experience
Stay in a Jungle Raft

INCLUDED

Make Travel Matter®
Befriend Rescued Elephants at Elephant Nature Park (MAKE TRAVEL MATTER ® Experience)

Meet these gentle giants (plus rescued rabbits, cats and water buffalo) at this Elephant Nature Park – a kind-hearted elephant sanctuary.

INCLUDED

Muay Thai Class

Channel your inner martial arts master & learn from one of the best with a Muay Thai lesson. The Thai martial art is best known in Northern Thailand although more popular with tourists in the south (thanks to Muay Thai bootcamps) take a few pro tips from our resident expert in this non-contact lesson.

ADDITIONAL COST APPLIED

Vespa After Dark Tour

We’ll spend tonight zipping around on a Vespa, exploring the small streets & alleyways of Chiang Mai. Between foodie stops at family restaurants & street vendors, we’ll check out some local monuments and even try our hand at making papaya salad. Taste the amazing flavours of Tom Kha Gai & BBQ skewers before topping it all off with some live music in the market district (100kg weight restriction).

ADDITIONAL COST APPLIED

Thai Cooking Class & Market Visit

Tour local markets, guided by the head chef, followed by travel to cooking class area which is set in a rice field in the outskirts of Chiang Mai.

ADDITIONAL COST APPLIED

Trip Highlights

The must do experiences that you can cross off your bucket list

You’ll find all highlights and eventual changes on the details page

FAQs:

You’ll find all FAQs and the latest info on the details page

Included Meals:

6 Breakfasts, 2 Lunches, 1 Dinner

You’ll find all details and eventual changes on the details page

Team:

Expert Trip Manager + Local Guides

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Group Size:

Average 24 people

You’ll find all details and eventual changes on the details page

Transfers:

Private Coach, Overnight Train

You’ll find all details and eventual changes on the details page

More Details:

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(Partially) travel with a nice group or entirely travel solo?

By booking an organized Thailand tour for young adults or other Asia trips for young people you can not only reduce planning hassle, but often also save money, as tour operators can buy accommodations, transportation, etc. in larger contingents in advance and thus get special conditions. You will also benefit from the experience of the tour operator, professional tour guides (whose stories you can enjoy…) and have the easy opportunity to meet nice fellow travelers when traveling in a group. Anyone who has traveled before will know that travel companions or other traveling acquaintances are one of the most essential factors for unforgettable experiences. In addition, you usually have enough individual freedom even with organized tours and you can, if the arrival and departure is not included, additionally extend your stay individually before or after the group tour with young adults. If you still prefer to organize your trip completely on your own and travel independently, then you’ll find all the practical tools you need to plan and book quickly & cheaply on our individual travel page.