Travel to Chiang Mai on a budget

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🚂✨ Plan a budget-friendly Chiang Mai trip ✨🏔

This trip is perfect for backpackers looking to explore Chiang Mai on a budget, but still get the full experience of trains, cafes, nature, and a cozy homestay. 💚

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🛤 Day 0: Bangkok – Chiang Mai

Take the 2nd-class sleeper train (CNR) from Bangkok at night.

Wake up to beautiful mountain views. 🌄
💸 Fare ~800-1,000 baht

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🌿 Day 1: Chiang Mai City

Walk around Kad Luang / Warorot Market

Chic cafes in the Nimmanhaemin area ☕

Worship at Wat Phra Singh – Wat Chedi Luang

Check into a small, cozy homestay.
💸 Homestay costs ~500–700 baht per person per night, including breakfast.

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⛰ Day 2: Explore nature near the city.

Rent a car/charter to Doi Suthep – Bhuping Palace

Isbjørn Glamp Cafe with a Million-Dollar View

In the evening, return to your homestay to relax and enjoy Northern Thai cuisine. 🍲
💸 Travel + Food Cost: ~500–700 THB per day

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🌄 Day 3: Relax before heading back

Walk around the homestay and enjoy the fresh air.

Souvenirs at Waroros Market

Take the CNR train back to Bangkok. 🚆
💸 Return ticket: ~800–1,000 THB

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📌 Approximate budget for 3 days and 2 nights:
🚆 Round-trip train: ~1,600–2,000 THB
🏡 Homestay accommodation for 2 nights: ~1,000–1,400 THB
🍲 Food + Transportation: ~1,000–1,500 THB
💵 All in all, you can easily explore Chiang Mai for under 4,000 THB.

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💚 Enjoy the relaxing sleeper train experience and experience the homestay lifestyle. And we got to visit temples, cafes, and nature. 🍃

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