ibis Styles Chiang Mai
Convenient / economyNear Nimman and the university; use a short transfer for the old town.
USD 41–77
Editorial allowance per room/night, not a live quoteOfficial property informationPhoto source · ibis Styles Chiang Mai
Chiang Mai day by day · 6 days
Route at a glance
This 6-day route follows Chiang Mai, with sightseeing, meal suggestions and transport connections for each day. Allow USD 205–1335 for one room over 5 nights across the listed hotel tiers. Main travel options: Car / taxi, Walking. These are planning allowances; flights, meals, admission and taxes are separate.
| Day | City | Transport | USD / room / night |
|---|---|---|---|
| D1 | Chiang Mai | Car / taxi | USD 41–267 |
| D2 | Chiang Mai | Car / taxi / Walking | USD 41–267 |
| D3 | Chiang Mai | Car / taxi | USD 41–267 |
| D4 | Chiang Mai | Car / taxi / Walking | USD 41–267 |
| D5 | Chiang Mai | Car / taxi | USD 41–267 |
| D6 | Chiang Mai | Car / taxi | No overnight stay |
Accommodation allowances only, across the available hotel tiers; not live rates or a whole-trip budget. Check transport, meals, tickets and taxes separately. Departure day has no overnight stay.
Sights, local transport and meals by neighbourhood, including arrival, sightseeing and departure with a stay reference each night.
Chiang Mai
Plan a trip with this routeThis is an editable itinerary, not a booked travel product. Transport uses a reference hotel; review connections in the planner after changing stays. Costs are USD budgets. Confirm fares, opening times, entry requirements and availability with official sources.
Day 1 · Chiang Mai
Arrive and settle into the city
Morning · Arrive at CNX, clear immigration and transfer to the hotel. Luggage storage and early check-in depend on the property.
Afternoon · If arriving early: A stroll by Tha Phae Gate and the old city walls. For a late arrival, rest instead of rushing to sights.
Dining · Eat near the selected hotel after arrival, checking opening for a late arrival; do not cross town for a lunch suggestion.
Transport, leg by leg
- CNX → ibis Styles Chiang Mai
Take a licensed taxi or hotel transfer from CNX; allow 30–60 minutes. · 45–120 min
Transport source
Day 2 · Chiang Mai
Old-town temples
Morning · Wat Chedi Luang, followed by a walk through old-town lanes.
Afternoon · Wat Phra Singh, with a café break in the afternoon.
Dining · Old-town restaurants: khao soi and sticky rice.
Transport, leg by leg
- ibis Styles Chiang Mai → Wat Chedi Luang
Arrange a licensed car from the northern hotel area to the old town. · 20–35 min
Open directions - Wat Chedi Luang → Wat Phra Singh
Walk along old-town streets, watching for motorcycles. · 15–25 min
Open directions - Wat Phra Singh → Hotel
Use a licensed pickup; agree the destination and fare if choosing a songthaew. · 20–40 min
Open directions
Dining place & budget
Huen Phen Old CityTraditional northern Thai dishes
Planning allowance per person (not a menu price): THB 150–400
Menu, opening & reservationsConfirm opening, queues and allergens with the venue; dining stops are not automatically added to sight routes.
Day 3 · Chiang Mai
Doi Suthep and Nimman
Morning · Take a morning ride to Wat Phra That Doi Suthep; reserve half a day including travel.
Afternoon · Return to Nimman for design shops and cafés.
Dining · Nimman: a northern Thai platter, or tofu and vegetable dishes.
Transport, leg by leg
- ibis Styles Chiang Mai → Doi Suthep temple
Book return transport or use an agreed songthaew from a designated stand; the road is winding. · 45–75 min
Open directions - Doi Suthep temple → Nimman neighbourhood
Agree a drop-off in Nimman on the descent. · 35–55 min
Open directions - Nimman neighbourhood → Hotel
Arrange a licensed car from Nimman to the hotel. · 15–30 min
Open directions
Dining place & budget
Huen Phen Old CityTraditional northern Thai dishes
Planning allowance per person (not a menu price): THB 150–400
Menu, opening & reservationsConfirm opening, queues and allergens with the venue; dining stops are not automatically added to sight routes.
Day 4 · Chiang Mai
Markets and the Ping River
Morning · Warorot Market for tea, dried fruit and textiles.
Afternoon · A relaxed walk along the Ping River.
Dining · Near the market: northern sausage and coconut desserts.
Transport, leg by leg
- ibis Styles Chiang Mai → Warorot Market
Take a licensed car to the market entrance and explore on foot. · 20–35 min
Open directions - Warorot Market → Ping River waterfront
Walk from the market to the river, adjusting for wet-season conditions. · 10–20 min
Open directions - Ping River waterfront → Hotel
Arrange a car from a public road clear of market stalls. · 20–35 min
Open directions
Dining place & budget
Huen Phen Old CityTraditional northern Thai dishes
Planning allowance per person (not a menu price): THB 150–400
Menu, opening & reservationsConfirm opening, queues and allergens with the venue; dining stops are not automatically added to sight routes.
Day 5 · Chiang Mai
A hands-on day
Morning · Book a half-day Thai cooking class; confirm transfers and dietary needs.
Afternoon · Return to the old town for a walk, lunch and a restful afternoon.
Dining · Choose a casual old-town dinner; the cooking class can cover lunch.
Transport, leg by leg
- ibis Styles Chiang Mai → Reserved craft workshop
Confirm the workshop address and included transfers; this leg depends on the booking. · 30–60 min
Open directions - Reserved craft workshop → Chiang Mai old town
Return to an agreed old-town dining area after the class. · 20–45 min
Open directions - Chiang Mai old town → Hotel
Return by licensed car; without a workshop booking, use a shorter old-town walk. · 20–35 min
Open directions
Dining place & budget
Huen Phen Old CityTraditional northern Thai dishes
Planning allowance per person (not a menu price): THB 150–400
Menu, opening & reservationsConfirm opening, queues and allergens with the venue; dining stops are not automatically added to sight routes.
Day 6 · Chiang Mai
A gentle finish and departure
Morning · Have breakfast near the hotel, pack and check out. Go directly to the airport for an early flight.
Afternoon · Travel to CNX for your booked flight. Aim to reach the terminal around three hours before an international departure; no distant sightseeing today.
Dining · Eat near the hotel or at the airport according to flight time.
Transport, leg by leg
- ibis Styles Chiang Mai → CNX
Take a licensed taxi or hotel transfer from CNX; allow 30–60 minutes. · 45–120 min
Transport source
Chiang Mai · Stay references
Mercure Chiang Mai
2–4 star accommodationFour-star stay north of the old city; use a car or songthaew for the old town and night markets.
USD 59–104
Editorial allowance per room/night, not a live quoteOfficial property informationPhoto source · Mercure Chiang Mai
Veranda High Resort Chiang Mai
Five-star stay referenceMountain resort in Hang Dong, better for a slower stay; arrange return transport for city sightseeing.
USD 148–267
Editorial allowance per room/night, not a live quoteOfficial property informationPhoto source · Veranda High Resort Chiang Mai
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Route questions
Chiang Mai · What accommodation budget should I allow?
USD 205–1335 · 5 nights. Accommodation allowances only, across the available hotel tiers; not live rates or a whole-trip budget. Check transport, meals, tickets and taxes separately. Departure day has no overnight stay.
Chiang Mai · How do I travel between these stops?
1. Car / taxi; 2. Car / taxi / Walking; 3. Car / taxi; 4. Car / taxi / Walking; 5. Car / taxi; 6. Car / taxi
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