Peak Season
NOVEMBER - FEBRUARY
Best ExperienceFeels LikeDry Season
Temperature15 — 28°C
Pleasant, cool mornings and comfortable sunny days perfect for temple hopping and exploring the outdoors.
Chiang RaiTravel Tips
Everything you need to know before you go.
Vibe
🤍White Temple
⛰️Golden Triangle
🍵Tea Estates
🎨Art Scene
🏮Lanna Heritage
Shoulder Season
MARCH - MAY
Budget FriendlyFeels LikeSummer
Temperature22 — 35°C
Can be quite hot and occasionally smoky due to regional agricultural burning, but offers fewer crowds and clear skies early on.
Off Season
JUNE - OCTOBER
AvoidFeels LikeMonsoon
Temperature24 — 32°C
Frequent heavy showers bring lush, vibrant green landscapes, beautiful flowing waterfalls, and significantly lower prices.
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THE DAILY TARGET
3 Premium Meals + Coffee$25.00
Daily Transport & Buffer$25.00
Activities & Entry Fees$20.00
Daily Spend Target$70.00
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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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Grab
Single Trip$2.5 — 6
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Tuk Tuk
Single Trip$1.5 — 4
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Songthaew
Single Trip$0.5 — 1.5
"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
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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