Northern Thailand

What you need to know about northern Thailand

Many who come to the northern region of Thailand believe that they have to take a jeep tour, but this is not true at all. A jeep trip is indeed fun and special for groups, but it is mainly suitable for groups of young people, for families with children this is not a suitable option at all.

Besides the jeep tours, you can find treks in northern Thailand, private tours with a car and a local driver, and more.

In the northern region of Thailand you can find three main cities suitable for travelers, especially Israelis – Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai and Pai.

Destinations in northern Thailand

Chiang Mai

Chiang Mai is considered the undisputed capital of the northern region of Thailand.

In Chiang Mai you can find a very wide variety of attractions and excursions and it is suitable for a wide variety of travelers - from a group of young people before the army to families with small children.
Markets - The night market of Chiang Mai is the most famous market in the region and you should not miss it.

In the market you can find a wide variety of stalls for clothes, shoes, bags, jewelry and watches and more.

The market is open every day from 17:00-23:00.
In addition, on Saturday you can find a larger market in Chiang Mai with many more shopping options. And if you want to spend more time and money shopping, you can find the largest market in Chiang Mai on Sundays, and it is better than the Saturday market.
Attractions - in Chiang Mai you can find a wide variety of special attractions such as the Doi Sutap Temple where you can learn more about the Buddhist believers and their customs and of course, be impressed by the architecture there, in addition, you can find omega attractions in the forest (for the whole family), ATVs, riding Elephants and more.

Chiang Rai

Chiang Rai is on the northern border of Thailand and it is a very special area for tourists. There are many Israelis who skip this area, but if you want to experience Thailand in the best possible way, you should not do so.
Attractions in Chiang Rai - you can find here a wide variety of different temples and museums, and in addition, you can go to the Princess Gardens - botanical gardens that include details, bushes, waterfalls and pools of water, this is a well-kept and particularly impressive place that can be a perfect attraction especially for families and children.
Markets and food - Chiang Rai is considered one of the cheapest cities in all of Thailand, so many tourists choose to spend time at its night market, where you can find works of art, jewelry, clothing and more. In addition, in the market you can find many food stalls.
In addition, in Chiang Rai you can find a wide variety of quality restaurants, and some of them also offer Israeli dishes.

Pai

The town of Pai, which is in the northwest of Thailand, is one of the must-see destinations for all travelers in Thailand, and you should spend at least two nights there. In Pai you can find a wide variety of cheap and high quality guesthouses and hotels to stay in, and before you close a hotel you should ask to see the rooms in it to verify its quality.
Israelis in Pai - There are not many Israelis in Pai, but you can find there "Mama Falafel" which also serves Israeli food, and "Bani and Lena's House", Israelis who live in May and rent for 3 months in a homely and very pleasant atmosphere.
Attractions in Pai - In Pai you can find a wide variety of different attractions such as hiking trails within villages and between waterfalls and forests, treks, rafting, riding elephants and more. In addition, it is a town that is especially suitable for families because compared to Chiang Mai, it has a lively nightlife and is much more relaxed.