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Buddhist ‘Wat’ Temple Tour
Hire a car and driver to cruise leisurely between one ancient pile of stones and the next. Start by heading ten miles west of Chiang Mai town, to Wat Doi Suthep, a mountaintop temple 3,500 feet above sea level that...
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Four Seasons Chiang Mai Cooking School
Open to both resort guests and outside visitors, the open-air kitchen is nestled among the lush tropical forest of this breathtaking resort. Classes begin with a morning trip to the local market in the city of Chiang Mai, where students...
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Indagare Tours: Hot Air Ballooning
One of the best ways to embrace the beauty of Thailand’s northern countryside is to drift gracefully one thousand feet above it in a hot-air balloon. Wake early and take a flight in time to watch the red glowing sunrise...
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Indagare Tours: Jungle Flight
Spend an exhilarating day (or half-day) flying through the emerald rainforest on this elaborate treetop obstacle course, pausing occasionally to witness stunning views over the mountainous region. With various course options, a jungle experience can include nature walking, abseils, sky...
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Patara Elephant Farm
There are dozens of elephant sanctuaries in Northern Thailand, places that force-train elephants to perform for tourists by playing basketball and delivering choreographed routines. Patara Elephant Farm is different. Set amongst lush rice fields with streams flowing down from the...
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Shop Nimmanhaemin Road
This convenient stretch is easily accomplished on foot and can be broken up with lunch and snack breaks. New shops and cafés open almost daily while other venues disappear in a flash. One reliable address, Nandakwang is a homespun haven...
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Shop the Wat Gate Neighborhood
This bucolic neighborhood of Thai artisans, European architecture and in-the-know international eateries stretches along the Ping River around Wat Gate Khar Rham Temple. Start by stopping in at the Healing Family Foundation. The local charity teaches learning and physically disabled...
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Wat Gate Khar Rham Museum
Adjacent to Wat Gate Khar Rham Temple built in 1796, this unedited collection ranges from coins dating back hundreds of years to Dinah Shore LPs. Wander along walls and shelves, which are crammed tightly with ancient farm tools and Chinese...
Chiang Mai

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Elephants and temples should take up most of your activity time in the North of Thailand, though Chiang Mai’s shopping streets also warrant an afternoon’s worth of attention. Indagare members can contact our Bookings Team for help with trip planning, including customized recommendations and itineraries.