The rich culture and heritage of Chiang Mai is just a couple of hours from Hong Kong
Hong Kong Airlines will be adding to its Thai network with the launch of a new, direct service to Chiang Mai in northern Thailand.
The new daily route begins on October 27 and will be the third Thai destination for the airline, which also flies to Bangkok and Phuket.
Once the ancient capital of the Lanna Kingdom, Chiang Mai is renowned for its rich cultural heritage and is home to numerous UNESCO World Heritage sites. It’s a centre for Thai handicrafts, with surrounding villages specialising in silverware, wood carving, lacquerware and pottery. Visit temples, museums, elephant sanctuaries and of course the must-see vibrant night market. As a celebrated cultural hub, Chinag Mai also hosts many festivals throughout the year.
November through to February is the recommended time of year to visit and travellers heading to Chiang Mai in November will also be able to experience the Loy Krathong Festival of Light. This nation-wide festival illuminates Chiang Mai with colourful parades, traditional dances and illuminated ‘krathongs’, lotus-shaped baskets adorned with flowers and candles that are set afloat on rivers.
Hong Kong Airlines HX749 will leave Hong Kong at 3.30pm and arrive in Chiang Mai at 5.35; the return flight, HX750, leaves Chiang Mai at 6.36pm and lands back in Hong Kong at 10.20pm.
Ticket reservation is open now on the Hong Kong Airlines website.
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