Chiang Mai is located in the northern part of Thailand. This location has its advantages. First of all, the advantage lies in pricing. Housing, food, travel will cost much less than in other cities of the country. Tourists with any income level can come here. Moreover, in Chiang Mai you can wait out the cold winter. Prices are quite democratic.
The choice of housing here is simply huge. The cost will depend on the conditions of residence. In the city you can find both ordinary hostels and luxury hotels. If you want to rent an inexpensive room, it is better to book it in advance on booking sites.
The minimum cost per day will be 270-300 baht. For this amount, a tourist can get a minimum of amenities. The room will have a bed, a bathroom, a locker for things. You will have to pay for other amenities, including air conditioning.
If you want to stay in a three-star hotel, spend more. Prices start from 550 baht per day. As a rule, breakfast is also included in this amount. The cost of a room in a four-star hotel is 1700-5000 baht. It is easy to guess that you will pay much more for apartments in a five-star hotel. A minimum of 5500 baht, and the final price can grow to several tens of thousands.
As in all cities in Thailand, the prices for local food here are quite low. It is much more profitable to eat on your own or buy groceries in a store than to go to cafes and restaurants. If you are comfortable with local cuisine, you can buy lunch or dinner in macaroni. They are here at every turn.
Example prices (indicated in baht):
The cafe menu will be very different. As a rule, the establishments offer dishes of both Asian and European cuisine. Not ready to experiment? Order the tried-and-tested Caesar salad or Carbonara pasta!
Some menu prices:
Ready-made meals can also be bought in small shops. If you want to grab a bite to eat right away, ask the cashier to warm up your food. He will give you the equipment.
In addition, a huge selection of dishes can be seen in a typical Thai market. Absolutely everything is sold here, from fresh exotic fruits to ready-made food. Prices here are the lowest, so lunch will be as budget-friendly as possible. The markets are in great demand among the local population.
Transport links in the city are very good. In Chiang Mai, you can see different types of transport. There are plenty of options for getting around. Public transport costs at least 20 baht. You can get to anywhere in the city.
In addition to the usual buses, open tuk-tuks travel around the city. Such a trip will cost you 25 baht. If you wish, you can go on an individual tuk-tuk. The amount must be agreed with the driver immediately. If he and you are satisfied with all the conditions, you can go. As a rule, the price for a trip varies between 70-120 baht.
For tourists who do not want to travel by public transport, there are rental offices. You can rent a bike, motorbike and even a car. Rental prices vary. You will pay a minimum of 250 baht for a motorbike, and 1200 baht for a car. A liter of gasoline will cost about 35-40 baht. Renting a bike will cost you 70 baht per day.
The most popular transport here is considered to be a taxi. You also need to agree on the cost of the trip in advance, and also pay attention to the counter. The driver must turn it on at the beginning of the trip. A taxi from the center to the airport will cost you 170 baht. The cost of the trip will depend on the distance, however, as in other countries.
Each tourist has fun in his own way, so it is problematic to calculate the exact amount of expenses. But still, there are some activities and pleasures that you should definitely try in Thailand.
For example, a massage in a Thai salon. This is real bliss! Every tourist should afford such a vacation. Prices start from 250 baht. In more elite salons, a regular massage will cost much more. For one session, you can pay even 1500 baht!
Prices for entrance tickets to the park:
Prices for excursions start from 1800 baht. If you want to go on a tour for several days, the amount will be higher.
Things in Thailand are inexpensive. If you buy clothes, shoes, souvenirs in small shops, then do not spend much. Naturally, expensive brands here are the same as in other countries.
Simple clothes can be bought even in the market. Here the choice is simply huge. A T-shirt will cost 150 baht, dresses 200, and swimwear at least 170. There are really a lot of things, but they are all the same. Variety or stylish clothing is not to be found here.
Souvenirs are also inexpensive. It is better to buy them in the markets, and not in stores where prices are oriented towards visiting foreigners. Market vendors also have magnets, mugs, key chains, Thai cosmetics and religious items. For one souvenir you can pay about 20-50 baht.
