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Northern Thailand

This fascinating part of Thailand truly offers a unique cultural experience. Northern cities such as Chiang Mai & Chiang Rai are less commercialised than the cities of the South so you can fully immerse yourself in authentic Thai culture.

Located 700 miles north of Bangkok, Northern Thailand is jam-packed with historic temples, adventure trekking, bustling markets, hand craft antiques and colourful hill tribes. Chiang Mai is the focal point of Northern Thailand and is the country's second largest city. Its narrow streets steeped in history provide an atmosphere more like a country town than a modern city. Chiang Mai truly has struck a fine balance between the traditional and the contemporary.

Thailand’s northernmost province, Chiang Rai, belts the border between Southeast Asia & China. Chiang Rai is often used to explore dramatic mountain scenery and traditional Thai cultures. Most scenic attractions can be visited in a day from Chiang Rai. In the vicinity of Chiang Rai, you can tour historic Chiang Saen, visit the scenic Golden Triangle, shop at the Mae Sai border or explore the cool hillsides of Doi Mae Salong.



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THG's Quick Guide to... Thailand



Flight Time

10 Hours

Currency

Thai Bhat

Time to Visit

November - April

Time Difference

+7 hours

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