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Best time to visit
November–February.
Getting there from the UK
Fly from Bangkok, or bus from Chiang Mai.
Top tips
- Buses from Chiang Mai take about 3–3.5 hours.
- Chiang Rai also has its own airport (CEI) with flights from Bangkok.
- Visit the White Temple early to beat the crowds.
- Why it's underrated: Striking modern temples and a calmer pace than Chiang Mai.
Before you go
- Check the latest entry requirements and travel advice on GOV.UK.
- Buy travel insurance (and carry your GHIC in Europe).
- Check baggage allowances — budget airline fees add up.