Film & Photography Thailand

Capture Thailand’s most breathtaking mountain landscapes while traveling with a group of fellow video creators & photographers. This 11-day photography & filmmaking tour is built entirely around getting “the shot” - from sunrise timelapses in mist-covered valleys to golden hour portraits at epic viewpoints. We travel slowly, stay in photogenic accommodations, and make time for editing and storytelling. Expect a mix of fancy hotels, boutique stays, and immersive local experiences like camping under the stars where most tourists don’t go. This is not a rushed tourist trip - it’s a creator-focused journey where every location is chosen for its cinematic potential.

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Film & Photography Thailand

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  • Length11
  • Avg. Age20-50
  • No. Of Activities13
  • No. Of Meals11
  • Avg. Group Size6-10
  • OperatorBackpacking Tours
  • Starting PointChiang Mai
  • Ending PointChiang Mai

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Tour Itinerary

DAY 1

Chiang Mai Arrival & Old Town Exploration

Welcome to Northern Thailand! Upon arrival in Chiang Mai, you’ll check into your hotel in the historic Old Town - a perfect base for exploring the city’s most iconic temples and photogenic streets. In the afternoon, we’ll do a light walking tour, visiting sites like Wat Phra Singh and Wat Chedi Luang. In the evening, enjoy a traditional Khantoke dinner with cultural performances - a great chance to connect with your fellow creators.

  • Meals IncludedDinner
  • Room TypeBoutique hotel in Old Town
  • Activities IncludedAirport transfer, Guided Old Town Tour, Khantoke Dinner
DAY 2

Sunrise Hike & City Vibes

An early start takes us on a 30-minute hike to Doi Pui Summit for a sunrise shoot, with sweeping views perfect for both stills and video. On the way back, we’ll visit Doi Pui Village for breakfast and stop at the famous Doi Suthep temple. The afternoon is free for markets, street food, or exploring Chiang Mai’s vibrant lanes.

  • Room TypeSunrise Hike, Temple visits, Market Exploration
  • Activities IncludedBoutique hotel in Old Town
DAY 3

Chiang Mai to Pai

Today we begin our road trip into the mountains. Along the way, we’ll stop at Mok Fa Waterfall for a refreshing break. In Pai, check into the stylish Hotel des Artists and capture sunset at Pai Canyon.

  • Meals IncludedBreakfast
  • Room TypeBoutique hotel (Hotel des Artists Pai)
  • Activities IncludedWaterfall Visits, Pai Canyon Sunset Shoot
DAY 4

Misty Sunrise in Pai

We head to Yun Lai Viewpoint before dawn for dreamy mist-and-drone footage. After breakfast back at the hotel, you can choose to visit hot springs, the bamboo bridge, or relax and enjoy Pai’s easygoing atmosphere. Evening free to explore the night market.

  • Meals IncludedBreakfast
  • Room TypeBoutique hotel (Hotel des Artists Pai)
  • Activities IncludedSunrise Shoot, Optional Excursions: Night Market
DAY 5

Pai → Ban Jabo → Ban Rak Thai

Depart at 4:00 AM for a spectacular sunrise above the clouds at Ban Jabo. After coffee at a mountainside café, we continue to Ban Rak Thai - a Chinese (yet, in Thailand) mountain village famous for its lake and tea plantations. Check into the stunning Lee Wine Resort and capture golden hour over the lake.

  • Meals IncludedSnacks, Dinner
  • Room TypeLuxury boutique (Lee Wine Resort Ban Rak Thai)
  • Activities IncludedSunrise Shoot, Scenic Mountain Drive, Lakeside Photography
DAY 6

Ban Rak Thai to Chiang Dao

Wake up to sunrise views from your room’s balcony (Sunrise time in this village is stunning - you won’t want to leave!). After breakfast and optional tea tasting or boat ride, we drive to Chiang Dao, checking into a mountain-view lodge. The rest of the day is relaxed, giving you time to edit footage or explore nearby nature.

  • Meals IncludedBreakfast
  • Room TypeMountain-View Lodge
  • Activities IncludedLakeside Sunrise, Scenic Drive, Optional: Tea Tasting
DAY 7

Chiang Dao to Chiang Rai

Today’s highlight is the sunrise around Doi Chiang Dao. It’s a stunning mountain with perfect views. From there, we stop at Huai San Reservoir, where water appears to float over the road - great for some more shots. We continue to Chiang Rai and check into the Blue Lagoon Hotel for a relaxed evening.

  • Meals IncludedBreakfast
  • Room TypeHotel in Chiang Rai
  • Activities IncludedSunrise Mountain Views, Reservoir Filming, Travel to Chiang Rai
DAY 8

Chiang Rai to Phu Chi Fah

Morning visit to the striking White Temple before continuing through scenic mountain roads to beautiful Phu Chi Fah. In the afternoon, settle into your mountain lodge near the viewpoint and enjoy some free time to take in the surroundings. Dinner is a Thai BBQ (Moo Kata) served under the stars.

  • Meals IncludedBreakfast, Dinner
  • Room TypeMountain Lodge
  • Activities IncludedWhite Temple, Scenic Mountain Drive
DAY 9

Sunrise at Phu Chi Fah & Doi Pha Tang

A pre-dawn start for the famous Phu Chi Fah sunrise hike (~ 30min). After breakfast, we drive to the Doi Pha Tang area, where we stay in a camp to be close to tomorrow’s sunrise spot. Evening free to rest.

  • Meals IncludedBreakfast
  • Room TypeCamp
  • Activities IncludedSunrise Hike, Scenic Drive & Area
DAY 10

Sunrise at Doi Pha Tang & Return to Chiang Mai

In the morning, we witness one of Northern Thailand’s most dramatic sunrise views at Doi Pha Tang. After breakfast, enjoy a scenic drive back toward Chiang Mai, stopping at Akha FarmVille for coffee and final photos. Arrive in Chiang Mai and check in to your hotel before gathering for a memorable goodbye dinner to celebrate the end of your journey.

  • Meals IncludedBreakfast, Dinner
  • Room TypeBoutique hotel in Old Town
  • Activities IncludedSunrise Hike, Scenic Drive
DAY 11

Chiang Mai Last Day

Enjoy a relaxed breakfast at your hotel before spending the morning at leisure. Take time to wander the streets, pick up last-minute souvenirs, or simply soak in the charm of Chiang Mai before your onward journey.

  • Meals IncludedBreakfast

Optional Extras

£230

Pa Bong Piang Rice Terraces 2 Days

Venture into the mountains of northern Thailand to witness one of the country’s most breathtaking landscapes.

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£40

Extra Night in Chiang Mai

Stay an extra night in Chiang Mai to relax, connect with your group, and share memories. A great chance to edit and exchange your trip footage together in a laid-back setting.

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All This Included & More!

  • Guided Old Town Tour
  • Khantoke Dinner
  • Sunrise Hike
  • Temple Visits
  • Market Exploration
  • Waterfall Visit
  • Pai Canyon Sunset Shoot
  • Sunrise Shoot at Yun Lai Viewpoint
  • Sunrise Shoot at Ban Jabo
  • Scenic Mountain Drive
  • Lakeside Photography
  • Lakeside Sunrise
  • Sunrise Mountain Views
  • Reservoir Filming
  • White Temple
  • Sunrise Hike at Phu Chi Fah
  • Sunrise Hike at Doi Pha Tang

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