Annual Festival (November Full Moon)

Chiang Mai Yi Peng & Loy Krathong Lantern Festival Guide

Witness thousands of glowing sky lanterns ascending into the night sky with seamless, stress-free private chauffeur transfers in complete safety.

Duration

Evening & Full-Day Charter (6 – 10 Hours)

Distance

Old City, Ping River & Mass Release Venues

Best Start

November (Full Moon Night)

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Journey Highlights Curated

1

Mass Sky Lantern Releases (CAD & Mae Jo Venues)

Experience the breathtaking spectacle of tens of thousands of glowing paper lanterns illuminating the starry night sky.
2

Ping River Floating Krathongs & Nawarat Bridge

Float handcrafted banana leaf and candle krathongs along the serene Ping River to pay homage to the river goddess Phra Mae Khongkha.
3

Old City Candlelight Processions & Wat Phan Tao

Marvel at thousands of flickering clay oil lamps illuminating ancient teakwood temples, monk chanting ceremonies, and royal Lanna parades.
4

Beat Festival Traffic Jams with Dedicated Private Drivers

Getting a taxi or rideshare after mass lantern events can take 2-3 hours. Your private chauffeur waits at a pre-arranged designated spot for smooth, safe departure.

Vetted Chauffeur • 100% Smoke-Free Her Safety

Suggested Curated Rhythm

Full Day Itinerary

Completely flexible. Adjust departure time and stopovers according to your personal preference.

03:30 PM

Hotel Doorstep Private Pickup

Avoid gridlock by departing early in a calm, clean air-conditioned vehicle.

05:00 PM

Arrive at Lantern Release Venue (e.g. CAD / Mae Jo)

Smooth arrival with Private drop-off near the entrance; your chauffeur remains on standby.

05:30 PM

Lanna Buffet Dinner & Cultural Performances

Enjoy traditional northern Thai cuisine, traditional dance performances, and receive your lanterns.

07:30 PM

Grand Mass Lantern Release Ceremony

Participate in monk blessing chanting followed by the synchronised release of thousands of lanterns.

09:30 PM

Seamless Doorstep Pickup & Hotel Return

Meet your chauffeur immediately at the agreed meeting point and return to your hotel without waiting.

Transparent Fleet Rates

Choose Your Vehicle

Rates cover private clean vehicle, vetted polite chauffeur, and full-day fuel. Complete flexibility without rush.

Executive 5-Seater Ideal for 1–3 Guests

5-Seater Private Fleet

Smooth, quiet, and agile. Perfect for solo female travelers, couples, or mother-daughter getaways.

THB 2,490 (Yi Peng Evening Transfer & Return)

≈ US$75

Private Vehicle & Chauffeur — Fuel Included • Per Vehicle (1–3 Guests)

Vetted Polite Chauffeur (English/Thai)
Full-Day Fuel Included
High-Speed In-Car Phone Charging (Type-C)
100% Smoke-Free Sanitized Cabin

Select 5-Seater

Most Spacious

Spacious 7-Seater MPV Ideal for 1–4 Guests

7-Seater MPV Fleet

Plush reclining seats, front & rear air conditioning, and comfortable luggage capacity for small groups and families.

THB 3,290 (Spacious 7-Seater MPV)

≈ US$99

Private Vehicle & Chauffeur — Fuel Included • Per Vehicle (1–4 Guests)

Vetted Polite Chauffeur (English/Thai)
Full-Day Fuel Included
Front & Rear Air Conditioning System
Luggage Capacity: 3–4 Standard Suitcases

Select 7-Seater

Included in Service

Private clean vehicle (100% smoke-free)
Professional, polite & mountain-vetted local chauffeur
Full journey fuel, standard road tolls & normal parking fees included
Door-to-door hotel lobby pickup & return
High-speed multi-device phone charging & USB onboard
100% flexible stopovers & photo spots at your own relaxed pace

Not Included

Attraction tickets & National Park entrance fees
Meals, beverages & personal expenses
Local hiking guides (e.g. Kew Mae Pan ~฿200/group)
Special/private valet parking & overtime beyond booked hours (฿300/hr)
Driver gratuity (optional / at your discretion)

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything You Need to Know

Q. What is the difference between Yi Peng and Loy Krathong?

Yi Peng is the northern Lanna festival where lanterns (Khom Loi) are released into the sky, while Loy Krathong is celebrated nationwide by floating decorated baskets (Krathong) on water. Both happen simultaneously in Chiang Mai.

Q. Are sky lantern releases allowed anywhere in the city?

Due to aviation safety regulations, releasing lanterns in the Old City is strictly regulated or prohibited. Mass lantern releases are held at licensed private venues like CAD Yipeng Khomloy Sky Lantern or Mae Jo.

Q. Why is booking a private driver essential during Yi Peng?

Festival nights experience the heaviest traffic of the year. Ride-hailing apps experience 10x surge pricing or complete driver shortages after 9 PM. Having a dedicated vehicle guarantees you get back to your hotel safely without being stranded.

Q. What should I wear to temple and lantern ceremonies?

Modest clothing covering shoulders and knees is required at temples and mass ceremony grounds. Traditional northern Thai Lanna outfits are highly popular and look stunning in photos.

Chiang Mai Yi Peng & Loy Krathong Lantern Festival Guide

Mass Sky Lantern Releases (CAD & Mae Jo Venues)

Ping River Floating Krathongs & Nawarat Bridge

Old City Candlelight Processions & Wat Phan Tao

Beat Festival Traffic Jams with Dedicated Private Drivers