5-Day Chiang Mai Yi Peng Lantern Festival Family Tour

This itinerary is specially designed for those seeking an enriching and unique experience during the Yi Peng Festival in Chiang Mai, Thailand. It seamlessly blends must-see attractions with distinctive festival celebrations, offering a balance of outdoor adventures and leisurely culinary experiences.

We are confident that our carefully-crafted itinerary will provide you and your family with an unforgettable journey through the heart and soul of Chiang Mai.

• Days:5±
• Best for: first-timers.
• Departure date: Recommended for departures between November 3th and November 4th.
• Sample price: From US$ 1,089 each (4 people)

*The price is based on a private tour. The cost for a customized private SE Asia tour from US$200/person/day

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Super top travel agent Super top travel agent. Mr Monchai is an excellent guide and his valuable advices has helped us save time and money. Foreign travellers will not have any issue communicating with him and he is always here to assist his clients. He will refer you to the tastiest restaurants around Bangkok. More Garish Rambo, Dec 2024

Four weeks tour of Thailand We were extremely happy with Ms. A Teerarat, our Bangkog guide. Her knowledge of the history of all the places we visited was amazing. Her cheerful personality made it a joy to be with her and she felt more like a good friend than a guide. More Herta Makitta, Dec 2024

Tasteful & classic, 5 stars and more. We feel blessed that Nid was our tour guide. She is friendly and truly wants to make sure your stay in Chiang Mai is over the top wonderful! She arranged for my husband to go to local specialty shop that was off the beaten path, she had all my market shopping discounted and was super sweet enough to go to our friends wedding with us (she explained what was in each Thai dish at the wedding) More Carolyn Kennell, Nov 2024

Tour Highlights

Explore Chiang Mai's beauty with elephants, waterfalls, and Karen Long Neck Village.

Attend Yi Peng Sky Lantern Festival at the most spectacular CAD Venue with Asia Highlights exclusive Premium seats.

Discover Chiang Mai's local lifestyle and iconic temples.

Learn how to cook authentic Northern Thai style food.

Chiang Mai Yi Peng Lantern Festival Family Tour Map(Suggested Route)

Suggested Itinerary for Inspiration

Your preferences design the real journey. We're ready to create a wonderful Thailand lantern festival tour for you and your family.

Day 2

Nov. 4th: A Day in the Jungle

• Enjoy an elephant Experience and waterfall trek.
• Embark on a 1½-hour drive to the Mae Wang area of Chiang Mai.
• Visit the Kanta Elephant Sanctuary, where you'll interact with elephants by feeding them, walking with them to the river for a refreshing bath, and learning fascinating facts about these gentle giants. Capture unforgettable photos with your new-found friends.
• Afterwards, embark on a scenic 2-hour trek on a moderate path leading to the breathtaking Mae Wang Waterfall. Relax and take a dip in the cool waters upon arrival. Don't worry, if you prefer not to walk the entire route, our driver will be happy to pick you up at any point.
• After the tour concludes, you'll be transferred back to your hotel in Chiang Mai.

Day 3

Nov. 5th : Chiang Mai Highlights and Yi Peng Sky Lantern Festival with Premium Ticket

• Start your day with a visit to Warorot Market and see locals do the daily shopping.
• Embark on a 30-minute drive to Doi Suthep Mountain, enjoying the breathtaking views of the surrounding Northern Thailand landscape as you pass through mountains and forests.
• Reach Wat Phra That, one of the most revered temples in Northern Thailand.
• Return to Chiang Mai and experience a 20-minute rickshaw ride through the tranquil streets of the old town.
• In the afternoon, around 4 p.m., your private guide and driver will take you to Chiang Mai CAD Sky Lantern Festival venue.
• Witness the captivating Lanna performances, savor the flavors of Northern Thai cuisine, release floating lanterns on the water, enjoy the dazzling fireworks display, immerse yourself in the enchanting melodies of Thai music, and join thousands in releasing sky lanterns to illuminate the skies above Chiang Mai.

Day 4

Nov. 6th: A Free Morning and a Cooking Experience

• Relax with a leisurely morning, when you can sleep in and enjoy a late breakfast.
• You have the opportunity to learn how to cook some of Thailand's most famous dishes at Asia Scenic, a top cooking school in Chiang Mai..
• After selecting the menu you want to create, you'll embark on a local market tour. There, the chef will help you choose the freshest and highest-quality ingredients for your dishes.
• Then, the chef will guide you throughout the process as you prepare your own culinary masterpiece.
• Finally, you'll get to savor the dinner you've prepared.

Ideas for Making This Trip Uniquely Yours

Special experiences can be added to brighten a honeymoon trip, a family vacation, a birthday, or satisfy personal interests.

Discover Chiang Mai Handicraft Villages For culture fans

Explore Chiang Mai Weekend Morning Markets For those like to shop

Visit Elephant Poopoo Paper Park For families with children

Hand-Picked Hotels

We select hotels with style and local features. Let us know your preferences and we'll find your ideal hotel.

Lanna Smile Hotel Chiang Mai(4-star)