Mae Tha Vacations

From Mae Tha, the well-known city of Chiang Mai is approximately 30 miles (48 kilometers) to the north.

Traveling through this popular part of Thailand is all about discovery, so why don't you take a road trip and check out a couple of the other interesting destinations in the vicinity of Mae Tha. Ban Thi, 19 miles (31 kilometers) to the south, and Doi Lo, 20 miles (32 kilometers) to the southeast of Mae Tha are worth visiting if you're keen to explore this region further.

About 30 miles (48 kilometers) to the north of Mae Tha is Chiang Mai, a regional center and the home of Chiang Mai Night Bazaar, Warorot Market and Doi Suthep-Pui National Park. Ton Payom Market, Tribal Museum and Chang Puak Market are also good places to head to.

Often, a destination's true character can be found upon the pages of its café and restaurant menus. Taste a North Thailand, an alcohol-free Lamphun (province) drink of choice.

Learning the local language is an excellent tool to use to break down cultural barriers, so why not make sure you understand some everyday Thai phrases before you leave. "Yàak dtên ram măi?" ("Would you like to dance with me?") is useful. "Where are you from?" is also useful, so practice pronouncing "Kun maa jàak tee năi?"

At the end of your adventure in Mae Tha, say goodbye the way locals do, with a heartfelt "Laa gòn ná."