• This itinerary is the perfect introduction to Chiang Mai for the honeymooners. 
• It includes 2-days of itineraries for the best sights to see in and around this historic city, plus recommendations for the best day trips out of Chiang Mai.
• You will see the best sites; places expats take their own families when they visit.
• Avoid the need to waste money on guides and tour companies.
• Explore at your own pace, not at a guides pace.

Places you'll see with these itineraries:

Day one’s itinerary covers the highlights of Chiang Mai’s inner moat area, the Ping River and more! From immersing into colorful markets - with the best people watching- to exploring peaceful ancient temples, you’ll get a taste of the inner city’s most intriguing sites in a manner that is perfect for exploring by either walking or bicycling

Day two’s itinerary takes you up a stunning, rainforest-covered mountain to visit the gardens of a Royal Palace, a Hilltribe village and Chiang Mai’s most renowned Buddhist wat. Later, you will indulgence in a new level of decadence at a local spa, followed by dinner in the cities trendiest new neighborhood.

Chiang Mai is a Mecca for day trips and the jumping off point for exploring Thailand’s northern mountains and border areas. In this guide the day trips are all about having new experiences. Several favorites have been listed here, saving you from wadding through dozens of options that may, or may not, be worthy of a day of your vacation. Take one or take them all, adding multiple days of adventure and new fun to your Chiang Mai itinerary.

The Main Focus of this Itinerary:

1. Laying out the exact details of what to do around Chiang Mai, from the highlights visitors will not want to miss, to local favorites new visitors rarely discover.  
2. Using affordable, easily available transportation.
3. Clear and specific directions to each of the destinations.
4. Recommendations for some of the best day trips for every type of traveler.

Why You Should Buy the Guide

Saves you time by not needing to do additional research on Chiang Mai! Saves you money by giving specific instructions on how to use transportation. While at the same time giving you the true local feel for this ancient city. Stop wading through all of the ‘lesser’ tourist destinations or falling prey to ‘guides’ who offer to show you around. You will go where the locals know to take their own families.

What does the itinerary include?

19-page PDF document Maps and numerous pictures to help you get where you need to go Cultural and language tips Specialized information for bicyclists and for vegetarians The authors email in case you have questions

Itinerary Table of Contents:

• How to Use this Guide
• Transportation: Getting there, Doing That     
• Restaurants
• Itineraries:
• Day 1 - Moats, Markets & Temples: Exploring the Heart of Chiang Mai    
• Day 2 - Doi Suthep Made Easy    
• Additional Days: The Best of the Day Trips    
• A Note from the Author    

Who is this guide for?

The first-time visitor to Chiang Mai, or second-time visitors who missed the highlights on their original trip. The itineraries in this guide are appropriate for both independents travelers, shoestring travelers or for families.

Some of the day trips may have age restrictions for safety.

Don't Forget:

Have an amazing vacation, guaranteed! -- If you're not happy with the tour itinerary, Unanchor will gladly refund your money. (See below for additional details.)