8-Day Thailand Lantern Festival Tour Loy Krathong & Yi Peng

Today, you will take a flight to Thailand and arrive in Bangkok. You will be warmly welcomed by your private tour guide and driver. Head to the hotel for check-in and have a break. You will also explore the surroundings.

Meals: N/A
Accommodation: Bangkok

Today, you will visit Wat Pho Temple, where Thai massage originated. Take a tuk tuk to travel through the colorful Pak Khlong Talat Flower Market and then arrive at the Grand Palace. You can learn about Buddhist scripture and visit Wat Phra Kaew (the Temple of the Emerald Buddha).

In the afternoon, you will take a boat ride along the Chao Phraya River to visit Wat Arun (Temple of the Dawn). End your day with a stunning sunset with views of Bangkok's Old Town and Thonburi.

In the evening, take a tuk tuk to Bangkok's Chinatown where you can get your fill of shopping and eating. You can visit various shops selling souvenirs and jewelry. Stop at street food vendors to savor tantalizing cuisine.

Meals: B
Accommodation: Bangkok

In the morning, you can enjoy some leisure time before you are transferred to the airport. You will leave bustling Bangkok and head to Sukhothai, which many people consider to be the birthplace of Loy Krathong Festival. After arrival, you will be met by your tour guide and driver. You can rest at the hotel.

In the evening, you will take part in Loy Krathong Festival's celebrations with local Thai people. Release a water lantern in the ancient moat and appreciate Thai performances. Local cuisine is a must.

Meals: B
Accommodation: Sukhothai

In the morning, you will embark on a cycling tour to discover Sukhothai Historical Park, Ramkhamhaeng National Museum, Wat Si Chum, and Wat Mahathat. Learn about Thailand's glorious history from the ancient ruins.

In the afternoon, you will have a handmade experience - floating lantern making. The floating lantern is also called krathong, which is released in the river on Loy Krathong Festival. You can release your beautiful lantern to the Yom River and ask for blessings in the evening. Appreciate a wonderful light & sound performance, traditional dancing, fireworks, and more activities.

Meals: B
Accommodation: Sukhothai

After breakfast, you will transfer to Chiang Mai in northern Thailand. On the way, you will visit Wat Phra That Lampang Luang. Intricately carved murals and dragon relief decorate this ancient Buddhist temple.

When you reach Chiang Mai, check in at the hotel and then explore at your own pace. You can experience Thai massage at a spa center or dive into vibrant local life at a local market.

Meals: B
Accommodation: Chiang Mai

This morning, you will participate in a Thai cuisine cooking course. You can visit the local organic farm where you can pick fresh vegetables to cook with or buy herbs and ingredients from local markets. You can choose to make delicious Thai food like Tom Yum Soup (Thai hot and sour soup), Pad Thai (stir-fried noodles), mango sticky rice, etc.

In the evening, you will experience the exciting Chiang Mai Lantern Festival - Yi Peng Festival - with locals. Thousands of lanterns are released into the sky, creating a spectacular sight.

Meals: B, L
Accommodation: Chiang Mai

Today, you will drive about 1- 1.5 hours to Elephant Jungle Sanctuary, where you can interact with the Gentle Giants. You will have a chance to feed them. You can see elephants use their long trunks to curl up food and eat. You can play with them in the water while bathing them. After lunch at the camp, you will return to the hotel in Chiang Mai. You can relax freely for the rest of today.

Meals: B
Accommodation: Chiang Mai

In the morning, you will say goodbye to the 8-day Thailand Lantern Festival tour. After breakfast at the hotel, you will be transferred to the airport for your departure flight.

Meals: B
Accommodation: N/A