Tourism across Northern Thailand continues to return to normal. Attractions in most provinces are open and accessible, with travel by air, rail, and road operating as usual.
Chiang Rai, Phayao, Phrae, Lampang, Lamphun, Mae Hong Son, and Uttaradit have largely returned to normal. The only exceptions are Phu Chi Fa National Park and Mae Fah Luang University Botanical Garden – both closed until 31 August.
In Nan, travel across the province remains possible and most districts are welcoming visitors as usual. Tourism has largely resumed, with popular destinations in Mueang Nan, Pua, Na Noi, Na Muen, Santi Suk, Chiang Klang, Tha Wang Pha, Chalerm Phrakiat, Song Khwae, Thung Chang, and Bo Kluea accessible to visitors. Key attractions remain open, including Doi Phu Kha National Park, the scenic routes along Highways 3, 1256, and 1517, and cultural sites such as Wat Phra That Chae Haeng, Bo Kluea Rock Salt Well, and Sapan Village. Nature lovers can enjoy Doi Samer Dao, Khun Sathan National Park, Si Nan National Park, and Sao Din Na Noi, while cultural experiences await at Cocoa Valley and within the Tai Lue community.
That said, a wide range of accommodations, homestays, and cafés across Nan remain unaffected and continue to welcome guests. These include well-known properties such as Nan Truang Jai, Nan Boutique Resort, DM Hotel & Café, and Hop Inn Nan, as well as scenic stays like Utopai Resort in Pua, Kiwsakad, and Ban Ikikawa in Bo Kluea. Homestays in Sapan Village, such as Baan Sapan Retreat and Kiri Vari Resort, are also operating normally. Local dining and coffee spots — from Voila! Nirvanan and Inlamai Coffee in Mueang Nan, to Cocoa Valley Café, Skad Coffee, and Sapan Unseen Café in outlying districts — remain open, offering travellers a full experience of Nan’s culture, cuisine, and hospitality.
However, a few locations remain temporarily closed or undergoing restoration, particularly in areas previously affected by flooding. These include, in Nan Municipality: Wat Phumin, Wat Ming Mueang, the Nan National Museum, and Wat Phra That Chang Kham Worawihan; in Tha Wang Pha District: Wat Nong Bua and Wat Don Mun; and in Wiang Sa District: Wat Boonyuen Worawihan and Nan Elephant Camp.
🚗 Travel Conditions
✈️ Air Travel
• Nan: Flights operating as scheduled (Nok Air, Thai AirAsia)
• Chiang Rai, Lampang, Mae Hong Son: All airports open and accessible
• Phrae: Limited direct flights; nearby options include Lampang and Sukhothai airports
• Phayao, Lamphun, Uttaradit: No airports; use nearby options (Chiang Rai, Lampang, or Sukhothai)
🚆 Train Services
• Services to Lampang, Lamphun, Uttaradit, and Den Chai (for Phrae) are operating normally
• No flood-related disruptions reported by the State Railway of Thailand (SRT)
🚌 Bus Services
• Interprovincial buses to all provinces, including Nan, Chiang Rai, and Sukhothai, continue to operate📞 For More Information and Assistance
Please contact the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) local offices or call the 1672 Travel Buddy hotline.
• TAT Chiang Rai Office (Chiang Rai & Phayao): +66 (0) 5371 7433
• TAT Lampang Office (Lampang & Lamphun): +66 (0) 5422 2214–5
• TAT Mae Hong Son Office: +66 (0) 5361 2982–3
• TAT Nan Office: +66 (0) 5471 1217–8
• TAT Phrae Office (Phrae & Uttaradit): +66 (0) 5452 1118
