Celebrate Thailand’s most joyful and vibrant festival with this specially curated Songkran Festival holiday covering Bangkok and Chiang Mai. Songkran marks the Thai New Year and is famous worldwide for its massive street-wide water celebrations, cultural rituals, temple visits, and festive parades. This itinerary blends cultural experiences with high-energy celebrations, giving you the perfect balance of tradition and fun during one of Thailand’s most exciting times of the year.
What is included in the tour
- 5 nights accommodation in well-located hotels with breakfast
- 2 nights stay in Bangkok and 3 nights stay in Chiang Mai
- Private airport arrival and departure transfers
- Bangkok to Chiang Mai transfer by flight or train on shared basis
- Bangkok city & temple tour on shared basis
- Chiang Mai city & temple tour on shared basis
- Songkran festival assistance and orientation
- All sightseeing transfers on shared basis
- All applicable taxes
What is NOT included in the tour
- International airfare
- Thailand visa charges
- Lunches and dinners unless specified
- Personal expenses, tips, laundry, shopping, phone calls etc
- Water guns, waterproof gear and personal festival expenses
- Travel insurance
- Anything not mentioned in inclusions
- Songkran water festival in Bangkok and Chiang Mai
- Thai New Year cultural rituals and temple ceremonies
- Bangkok and Chiang Mai city tours
- Street-wide water celebrations and parades
- Perfect blend of culture and fun
- One of Thailand’s most vibrant annual festivals
Day 1Day 1: Arrival in Bangkok – Hotel Check-In
Bangkok+
Day 1: Arrival in Bangkok – Hotel Check-In
Stay: Bangkok | Meals: None
Arrival at Bangkok International Airport. Meet our representative and enjoy a private transfer to your hotel. Check in and relax. Evening free to explore nearby markets or prepare for the upcoming festivities. Overnight stay in Bangkok.
Day 2Day 2: Bangkok City & Temple Tour + Songkran Celebrations
Bangkok+
Day 2: Bangkok City & Temple Tour + Songkran Celebrations
Stay: Bangkok | Meals: Breakfast
Activity: Bangkok City Tour & Songkran Festival
After breakfast, proceed for a half-day Bangkok city and temple tour covering Golden Buddha and Marble Buddha Temple. In the afternoon, experience your first Songkran street celebrations around Silom Road or Khao San Road, where the entire city turns into a massive water festival zone. Overnight stay in Bangkok.
Day 3Day 3: Transfer to Chiang Mai – Songkran Celebrations Continue
Chiang Mai+
Day 3: Transfer to Chiang Mai – Songkran Celebrations Continue
Stay: Chiang Mai | Meals: Breakfast
After breakfast, check out and proceed to Chiang Mai by flight or train. On arrival, transfer to hotel and check in. In the evening, join the Songkran festivities around the Old City and Tha Phae Gate, the most famous celebration zones in Thailand. Overnight stay in Chiang Mai.
Day 4Day 4: Traditional Songkran Rituals & Cultural Experiences
Chiang Mai+
Day 4: Traditional Songkran Rituals & Cultural Experiences
Stay: Chiang Mai | Meals: Breakfast
Today, experience the cultural side of Songkran. Visit temples to take part in traditional rituals like pouring scented water over Buddha statues and elders for blessings. Later, enjoy more street celebrations and parades around the Old City moat. Overnight stay in Chiang Mai.
Day 5Day 5: Chiang Mai City Tour / Elephant Sanctuary / Leisure Day
Chiang Mai+
Day 5: Chiang Mai City Tour / Elephant Sanctuary / Leisure Day
Stay: Chiang Mai | Meals: Breakfast
Activity: Chiang Mai City Tour or Optional Excursion
After breakfast, proceed for a Chiang Mai city tour covering major temples and viewpoints, or opt for an optional ethical elephant sanctuary visit. Evening free to explore night markets and cafes. Overnight stay in Chiang Mai.
Day 6Day 6: Departure from Chiang Mai
Chiang Mai+
Day 6: Departure from Chiang Mai
Meals: Breakfast
After breakfast, check out and enjoy a private transfer to Chiang Mai Airport for your onward journey with unforgettable Songkran memories.
