This is the 2016 updated train timetable from Chiang Mai to Bangkok and also displays the cost of train tickets from Chiang Mai to Bangkok There are 5 classes of the train as follows: 3rd class seating fan cooled 2nd class seating fan cooled 2nd class seating air condition 2nd class sleeper fan cooled (upper or lower birth) 2nd class sleeper air condition (upper or lower birth) 1st class sleeper air condition (upper or lower birth) Travel time is around the 12-hour mark, but some trains are a little quicker and some take longer depending on which type of train…
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Wachiritharn Waterfall Doi Inthanon
Wachiritharn Waterfall is one of a number of easily accessible waterfalls in Doi Inthanon National Park and must compete as one of Northern Thailand’s most beautiful waterfall offerings. Wachiritharn Waterfall is best visited on a day trip from Chiang Mai and you will probably want to include some of the other sites and attractions of Doi Inthanon National Park as well. The waterfall is situated around 400 meters from the main 1009 road which heads to the summit of Doi Inthanon. The access road is paved and there is a…
Read MoreThe Chinnarit Buddha Foundry Phitsanulok
For those who do get to visit the city of Phitsanulok then the small Chinnarit Buddha foundry is well worth checking out! At this Buddha foundry bronze Buddhas of all shapes and sizes are still manufactured and cast in the traditional method which is now becoming increasingly rare in Thailand. Most Buddha manufacturing concerns now employ modern, cheaper methods to manufacture the image. The foundry here is a real working concern and a great chance to see the process of Buddha casting in action! Buddha Casting Method The process…
Read MoreWat Phra That Lampang Luang
Everyone knows the famous temples in Chiang Mai and Bangkok but Wat Phra That Lampang Luang is an interesting offering just outside the provincial city of Lampang. In fact, the name of the city came from this temple which has been situated here for hundreds of years. Not too many tourists make it to this temple but if you are passing or in the area then this temple is well worth a visit The history behind the importance of Wat Phrathat limping Luang According to the epic tale of Lord…
Read MoreKan Air – A little airline covering some unusual domestic routes.
Kan Airlines Update 2021 As of February 2021, it looks like kan Air has suspended operations. This small airline has suffered due to the Covid 19 pandemic and time will see if this airline returns when better times return Kan Air, owned by Kannithi Aviation Company Limited, and commenced operations on 24 September 2010, since then its domestic routes have been slowly expanding, Kan Air is a small airline with only four aircraft but cover some usual routes which other airlines do not cover. look at their route list below as flying some…
Read MoreChing Mai Sunday Walking Street Market
A visit to the Sunday Walking Street Market is definitely one of Chiang Mai’s shopping highlights. This market is only held on a Sunday evening so if you are in Chiang Mai this market should not be missed! At around 4 pm the main thoroughfare through the old city is closed to traffic and the vendors will set up their stalls. The market is both popular with Thais and foreign visitors alike and the locals come out in their droves for a walk around the market and to grab something…
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Art in Paradise update 2021 Sadly this venue is now permanently closed in Chiang Mai. As of 2021 the Pattaya venue of Art In Paradise is still open. Art in Paradise – Chiang Mai Art in Paradise follows closely on the heels of the successful first branch which opened in Pattaya. Art In Paradise brings illusion art to Chiang Mai, most works consist of techniques of creating three dimensional illusions by painting on 2 dimensional surfaces. Interaction and photo taking is the name of the game here and of course you…
Read MoreCentral Airport Plaza Chiang Mai
Central Airport Plaza was once the showpiece shopping mall in Chiang Mai but has recently been superseded by its big brother mall Central Festival which was opened a little under two years ago. However, if you are in need of some air-conditioned retail shopping then Central Festival makes for a convenient choice with a wide variety of shops and restaurants, it is also very conveniently located being a short 4-5 minute taxi or tuk-tuk ride away from the old city of Chiang Mai. Shopping at Airport Plaza Chiang Mai consists…
Read MoreWhat to do with your main luggage while on a trek
A frequently asked question from our clients who are departing on overnight treks from Chiang Mai. What should I do with my main luggage while on an overnight trek? If you are heading out on an overnight trek the last thing you want to do is bring all your holiday luggage with you, especially if it is in a large suitcase, as everything you bring you will have to carry! It is recommended that you only bring a small rucksack with the essentials, our trek details page we do detail…
Read MoreThe Songkran Festival in Chiang Mai
The Songkran festivities and celebrations will take place in Chiang Mai from the 12-15 April 2022 What is Songkran? Songkran is the celebration of the Thai New Year. Traditionally in the past water was thrown over your friends and neighbours as a sign of respect and cleansing, however since then the water throwing has taken on a whole new dimension and is now the dominant new year activity and past time for locals and visitors alike. Songkran always falls on the same dates in the month of April which sees…
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