3-night itinerary
The Classic
Three nights is enough to fall for Chiang Mai. You’ll see the Old City, eat very well, and spend an unforgettable day with rescued elephants in the hills.
Best for First-timers who want the highlights — temples, food and a day with the elephants.
Arrive & ease into the Old City
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On arrival
Free airport pickup
Message us your flight and a friendly driver brings you straight to your door — no taxi-rank haggling after a long flight.
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Afternoon
Settle in & unwind
Drop your bags, kick off your shoes and get your bearings. Cold water in the fridge, fast Wi-Fi, and the Old City right outside.
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Late afternoon
A first temple stroll
Wander to Wat Phra Singh and Wat Chedi Luang, two of the city’s most beautiful temples — both an easy walk from home.
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Evening
Dinner close to home
Ease in gently with Northern Thai classics nearby — khao soi, sai ua and sticky rice.
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Temples in the morning, a wok in the afternoon
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Morning
Slow coffee start
Begin with a proper flat white at one of Chiang Mai’s world-class roasters.
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Midday
Thai cooking class
Spend a few hands-on hours learning curry pastes and pad Thai — one of the city’s most-loved activities. Ask us to book a favourite.
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Late afternoon
A restorative Thai massage
Ease the morning’s market-walking out of your shoulders for a few hundred baht.
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Evening
Sundowner cocktails
Toast the day at a rooftop bar or tucked-away speakeasy.
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A day with the elephants
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Full day
Ethical elephant sanctuary
A highlight for most guests — visit a genuine, no-riding sanctuary in the hills where rescued elephants roam. We’ll point you to the ones we trust.
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Evening
An easy dinner in
After a big day out, cook something simple in your kitchen or grab takeaway from the market and put your feet up.
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On your final morning, check-out is relaxed — there's no rush. Whatever time your flight, we'll help arrange your ride to the airport so you leave Chiang Mai as easily as you arrived.
Ready when you are
Your itinerary needs a home
Settle into one of our two warm, walkable homes in the Old City — free airport pickup included, and hosts on hand to book every step of this plan for you.