Peak Season
NOVEMBER - FEBRUARY
Best ExperienceFeels LikeDry Season
Temperature15 — 30°C
Perfect cool weather and beautiful festivals like Yi Peng and Loy Krathong.
Chiang MaiTravel Tips
Everything you need to know before you go.
Vibe
🍜Khao Soi
🙏Temples
☕Coffee
🛍️Night Bazaar
🐘Sanctuaries
🛵Scooters
Shoulder Season
JUNE - OCTOBER
Budget FriendlyFeels LikeMonsoon
Temperature24 — 32°C
Frequent but brief downpours bringing lush green landscapes and fewer crowds.
Off Season
MARCH - MAY
AvoidFeels LikeSummer
Temperature25 — 40°C
Very hot temperatures and poor air quality due to the annual agricultural burning.
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THE DAILY TARGET
3 Premium Meals + Coffee$20.00
Daily Transport & Buffer$25.00
Activities & Entry Fees$20.00
Daily Spend Target$65.00
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TIPPING GUIDE
Restaurants
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Taxis
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Massage
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"When in doubt, rounding up to the nearest bill is always a safe strategy."
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LOCAL TRANSPORT
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Songthaew
Single Trip$1 — 2
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Ride Hailing
Single Trip$2 — 5
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Tuk Tuk
Single Trip$3 — 6
"Public transit (BTS/MRT) is the fastest way to bypass gridlock."
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Talk Basics
EnglishPronunciation
Hello
Sa-wat-deeSawatdee
Thank You
Khop-koonKhop Khun
Excuse Me
Kor-toadKor Toad
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Pay & Buy
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Eat & Drink
EnglishPronunciation
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Help & Safety
EnglishPronunciation
Help!
Chu-ay-duayChuay Duay!
Hospital
Rong-pa-ya-baanRong Phayabaan
Police
Tam-ruatTam Ruat
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Polite Refusal
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Utility
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Emergency Contacts
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Police / Tourist112
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Medical / Ambulance119
Services