Thailand June 12-24, 2027

Food is a big part of why I love Thailand so much. From the bustling street-food markets to high-end restaurants, Thai cuisine never fails to amaze. The balance of sweet, sour, salty, and spicy flavors is an art form. Living in Thailand has allowed me to dive deep into both traditional Thai dishes and innovative fusion creations. Now imagine an expedition where you can let all your guards down and be able to eat absolutely EVERYTHING, free from worrying about hidden fish sauce, free from having to read labels or ask questions, this tour is about food, and it’s all Vegan. We’ll be visiting Thailand’s top Vegan eateries, focusing on Thai cuisine but also getting a good blend of other Asian cuisines and some western kitchens, and we’ll participate in several Vegan cooking workshops.

Our tour will take us to the bustling capital Bangkok, and to Thailand’s Northern region visiting Chiangmai, Chiang Dao, and Pai. You’ll get a taste of Thailand’s big city life, small town slow-life, mountains, waterfalls, hot springs and a good amount of time available for spiritual practices. We’ll have full busy days, as well as relaxed days dedicated to yoga, meditation and relaxation.

This tour happens during what's know in Thailand as Green season or rainy season. This is Thailand's low tourist season which means no crowds and no lines anywhere. Expect some rain daily, most days about an hour of rain in the afternoon and sunshine rest of the day. Average temperatures are typically from low to mid 30’s (°C) or mid 80’s to high 90’s (°F). This period is not right for everyone some days will get very hot and other days may get very wet. But if you can take the heat, and happy to avoid the crowds, this is the most beautiful time of year to be in Thailand - vegetation is beautiful lush Green, rivers are flowing and waterfalls are peaking. For me personally, Green season is the best time of year to travel in Thailand.

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Included: Pickup and drop off at Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport, 12 nights’ accommodation in carefully selected 5-star hotels, all meals and all non-alcoholic beverages, land transportation in luxury vans, domestic air travel, all activities and entree fees. I will be personally leading this tour, joined by licensed English-speaking certified local guides. 

NOT included: International air travel to and from Bangkok, mandatory travel insurance, Thailand entry visas.

Tips to guides and drivers are optional. 

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Itinerary

• Day 1 – Bangkok we will meet you at Suvarnabhumi airport and transfer you to the Mandarin Oriental hote. Meet & greet meeting in the afternoon and a gourmet 5-course vegan tasting menu with a Thai classical dance performance.

• Day 2 – Bangkok After breakfast at the hotel, we’ll visit Chatuchack weekend market, have lunch at the Vegetarian society of Bangkok and return to the market for more time there, or return to the hotel for an afternoon by the swimming pool. Later that evening we’ll have dinner at a classic Thai upscale vegan restaurant

• Day 3 – Bangkok We’ll start our day visiting the Royal palace and surrounding temples. At noon we’ll start a 5-hour tour of Bangkok’s old town on bicycles and longtail boats that will include a local home-cooked lunch. For those not interested in the bicycle tour, lunch at a local Thai restaurant and a 2-hours aroma-therapy massage before returning to the hotel. We’ll all meet again for dinner at a Michelin rated Northeastern Thai restaurant.

• Day 4 – Bangkok to Chiang Dao After breakfast check out, and head to the airport for an early morning flight to Chiangmai. Once at Chiang Mai, we’ll start with a Burmese Shan traditional meal in town, then head to Chiang Dao, and check in at Yatika Boutique hotel. In the afternoon we’ll head out to “Shambhala In Your Heart” Festival for some live world music and free time for dinner at local vendors at the festival.

• Day 5 - Chiang Dao We’ll start our morning real early with guided yoga and mindful breathing session, then take part in a Buddhist Alms offering ceremony. After breakfast we’ll head out to an ethical elephant sanctuary for a half day visit that will include a lunch cooked by the local hill tribe community. We’ll then return to the hotel for aromatherapy oil massage followed by a Lana (Northern Thailand) inspired cooking workshop and a dinner. For those with enough energy, we can return to Shambhala festival for a few more hours of live music.

• Day 6 - Chiang Dao to Pai After breakfast, we’ll head out on a 3-hours ride to Pai. We’ll take a break on the way visiting a beautiful waterfall where you’ll have an opportunity to get a refreshing swim if weather permits. We’ll have lunch at an organic farm in Pai before checking in to our hotel Riverie Siam. In late afternoon we’ll head out to a beautiful sunset spot for drinks, then dinner in town and free time at Pai’s walking street.

• Day 7 – Pai This will be a busy day with lots of sights to visit on the way including Doi Kiew Lom viewpoint, Nam Lod Cave, Ban Jabo, and Tham Pla. We will return to Pai in the evening for dinner in town.

• Day 8 – Pai After breakfast we’ll head out to one of Pai’s many hot springs for a relaxing morning enjoying a dip. We’ll return to town for lunch and some free time at the local weekend artist’s market. In the afternoon we’ll take a ride to Pai Canyon for a beautiful hike up the mountain and enjoy sunset. In the evening you’ll have one last opportunity to enjoy Pai’s walking street.

• Day 9 – Pai to Chiang Mai after breakfast we’ll checkout and begin our 3-hour ride to Chaing Mai. We’ll stop on the way at Pong Dueat Geyser for a nice hike. We’ll have lunch in Chiang Mai at a wonderful Michelin Thai restaurant, then head to Jing Jai market for a quick visit before checking in at the Chaing Mai Shangri-la hotel. In the evening we’ll take a ride to the top of Doi Suthep mountain and hike up to Wat Phra That Buddhist temple for sunset. Later a wonderful dinner at a Western style vegan restaurant in town, and for those interested lots of live music opportunities.

• Day 10 – Chiang Mai After breakfast we’ll take an hour and a half ride to Mae Kampong village, a hilltribe community that became a popular tourist destination. We’ll take a walk around the village, visit local coffee plantations and have lunch at a local restaurant. On the way back to Chiangmai we’ll stop at Kalm village in old town for some local art exhibition. We’ll have dinner in town at Chiang Mai’s only vegan guesthouse.

• Day 11 – Chiang Mai After breakfast we’ll take a 2-hour ride to Doi Inthanon national park and visit Thailand’s highest mountain peak and the stunning Mae Ya waterfall. For dinner we’ll return to town and enjoy dinner at an Israeli Hummus house.

• Day 12 – Chiang Mai After an early breakfast, we’ll join a 3-hour bicycle tour of old town Chiangmai. Then head out to Aeeen for a Japanese traditional cooking workshop and lunch. In the afternoon we’ll visit Wat Umong temple and Baan Kang Wat local artist’s market. We’ll have dinner at Chiang Mai’s only vegan Italian restaurant.

• Day 13 - Chiang Mai to Bangkok  After breakfast we’ll check out and head out to the airport where we’ll catch a flight back to Bangkok Suvarnabhumi airport where our tour ends.

  
  

   

Please note this itinerary is subject to minor changes due to possible unforeseen circumstances.

The tour’s difficulty level is “medium”. For folks wanting to participate but unable to join the more physical activities, alternative activities will be offered at no additional charge.

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For those looking to stay in a single private room, there will be an additional charge of US$1,150 per person