Chiang Mai Loy Krathong: Dive into the magic of the lantern festival

Get ready for an unforgettable night! Monkey Travel invites you to experience the magic of Chiang Mai Loy Krathong, Thailand’s most iconic lantern festival. Picture this: a nighttime excursion to an authentic local village. There, you’ll immerse yourself in a vibrant celebration.

Enjoy delicious food and captivating traditional dance shows. Witness fascinating beauty contests. Participate in the moving ceremony of releasing floating krathongs onto the river. Finally, release lanterns into the starry sky. This is a unique opportunity to connect with Thai culture at its finest.

Known as Thailand’s most magical festival, Loy Krathong offers an unforgettable escape from Chiang Mai to Muang Kaen.

This immersive experience allows you to actively participate in the beauty, tradition, and community spirit of Loy Krathong. Your adventure starts as you leave the city and journey towards the festive heart. Furthermore, if you choose, a stop at Wat Ban Den temple offers a moment of reflection.

This lesser-known but stunning complex boasts intricate architecture and peaceful surroundings. It provides a spiritual connection before the evening’s festivities truly commence.

It’s an immersive experience designed for you to be an active part of the beauty, tradition, and community spirit of Loy Krathong. Your adventure begins as you leave the city and journey towards the festive epicenter.

An optional stop at Wat Ban Den temple, a lesser-known but stunning complex praised for its intricate architecture and peaceful surroundings, will offer a moment of reflection and a spiritual connection before the festivities truly begin.

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Upon arriving at the Chiang Mai Loy Krathong festival, you’ll be greeted by a festive atmosphere lit with colorful lanterns, the tempting aroma of sizzling street food, and the sounds of traditional music. This event brings together locals and visitors for a night of joy and reflection, making it perfect for a deeper dive into Thai culture.

You can wander through the bustling festival grounds, exploring food stalls, unique artisan crafts, and cultural displays. You’ll also have the chance to create your own Krathong—an intricately decorated lotus-shaped offering—and float it on the nearby Mae Ping River. This symbolic act of letting go of past misfortunes and making wishes for the future is a moving moment, made even more special by the glowing lanterns all around you.

The evening also features a dazzling traditional Thai stage show, complete with graceful dances and a vibrant cultural beauty contest, highlighting the elegance and artistry of Thai performance. Later, you can witness or participate in the magical sky lantern release. As hundreds of glowing lanterns rise into the night sky, you’ll be surrounded by an atmosphere of hope, unity, and awe. It’s one of Thailand’s most iconic sights—and one that creates a lasting memory. After the festival, you’ll return to Chiang Mai with a heart full of joy and a camera full of beautiful moments.

• Round-trip transfer from Chiang Mai.
• 2 sky lanterns per person and 1 Krathong for the river ceremony.
• Access to traditional cultural performances and a stunning fireworks show.
• A walk through a vibrant Lanna-style market and entry to the Thai beauty contest.
• Optional visit to Wat Ban Den temple.