{"id":259552,"date":"2025-11-24T05:15:00","date_gmt":"2025-11-23T22:15:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.ttrweekly.com\/site\/?p=259552"},"modified":"2025-11-25T06:36:34","modified_gmt":"2025-11-24T23:36:34","slug":"train-trip-diary-blus-jasmine-days-three-and-four","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.ttrweekly.com\/site\/2025\/11\/train-trip-diary-blus-jasmine-days-three-and-four\/","title":{"rendered":"Train Trip Diary: Blue Jasmine days three and four"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>BANGKOK, 24 November 2025: This feature marks the second instalment of my Blue Jasmine diary, a special series documenting every stage of this extraordinary nine-day rail journey across Thailand, offering readers an unfolding portrait of one of the country\u2019s most exciting and culturally meaningful new tourism experiences.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"618\" height=\"398\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.ttrweekly.com\/site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/image-147.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-259557 lazyload\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 618px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 618\/398;width:578px;height:auto\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ttrweekly.com\/site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/image-147.png 618w, https:\/\/www.ttrweekly.com\/site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/image-147-300x193.png 300w, https:\/\/www.ttrweekly.com\/site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/image-147-600x386.png 600w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 618px) 100vw, 618px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Guests enjoy life on board the Blue Jasmine Train\u2019s inaugural visit to Chiang Mai. Photo credit: AJW.<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p><strong>Day Three: Uthai Thani to Chiang Mai<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Dawn rose softly over Uthai Thani as the river breathed a gentle mist across the wooden houses along its banks. Our morning began at the bustling riverside market, alive with farmers, vendors, and the comforting aromas of grilled pork and freshly cut herbs. Here, we selected fruits and simple offerings for alms-giving, a ritual deeply woven into Thai life.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"398\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.ttrweekly.com\/site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/image-144-600x398.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-259554 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ttrweekly.com\/site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/image-144-600x398.png 600w, https:\/\/www.ttrweekly.com\/site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/image-144-300x199.png 300w, https:\/\/www.ttrweekly.com\/site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/image-144-768x510.png 768w, https:\/\/www.ttrweekly.com\/site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/image-144-696x462.png 696w, https:\/\/www.ttrweekly.com\/site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/image-144-1068x709.png 1068w, https:\/\/www.ttrweekly.com\/site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/image-144-633x420.png 633w, https:\/\/www.ttrweekly.com\/site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/image-144.png 1236w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 600px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 600\/398;\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Alms giving to a riverside monk in Uthai Thani. Photo credit: AJW.<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>A monk soon glided towards us in a small wooden boat, the bow dipping quietly with each stroke. One by one, we stepped forward to offer our gifts, placing our hands together in a respectful wai. The river shimmered with early light, giving the moment a peaceful, almost timeless quality.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Back at the resort, we joined teachers and students for the eight o\u2019clock flag-raising ceremony in the school courtyard. Singing the national anthem together was unexpectedly moving. The flag was set at half mast in honour of the recent passing of Her Majesty Queen Sirikit, the Queen Mother.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A lively Thai language lesson followed breakfast in the school\u2019s dining hall, led by our cheerful teacher JayJay. He guided us through everyday phrases and playful tongue twisters, including the well-loved <em>Krai, Khai, Kai, Gai (Who sells chicken eggs).<\/em> In a thoughtful gesture from DTH Travel, each guest received a personalised name badge in the style of a blue Thai street sign; a simple gift and a charming keepsake.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Our next stop was Wat Tha Sung, home to the remarkable Crystal and Golden Temples. Inside the Glass Temple, mirrored pillars sparkled like stars across the vast hall, while the Golden Temple glowed with ornate detail and spiritual warmth. From there, we boarded a traditional rice barge for lunch on the Sakae Krang River, gliding past floating homes, small boat gardens, and riverside families preparing for the day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>After a coffee break, we returned to The Blue Jasmine for an afternoon inspection of the beautifully refurbished train before settling in for the overnight journey north to Chiang Mai.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Day Four: Chiang Mai<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Rain greeted us as we rolled into Chiang Mai, falling softly across the mountains and giving the city a refreshing coolness. After breakfast on board, we checked into the Bodhi Serene Hotel, a peaceful hideaway with classic Lanna charm. The morning was at leisure and perfect for wandering through the Old Town with umbrellas in hand or simply enjoying the tranquillity of the boutique hotel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Lunch was a treat \u2014 a visit to the much-loved Huen Phen restaurant to savour Chiang Mai\u2019s signature dish, Khao Soi Gai.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"450\" height=\"600\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.ttrweekly.com\/site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/image-145-450x600.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-259555 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ttrweekly.com\/site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/image-145-450x600.png 450w, https:\/\/www.ttrweekly.com\/site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/image-145-225x300.png 225w, https:\/\/www.ttrweekly.com\/site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/image-145-768x1023.png 768w, https:\/\/www.ttrweekly.com\/site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/image-145-696x928.png 696w, https:\/\/www.ttrweekly.com\/site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/image-145-315x420.png 315w, https:\/\/www.ttrweekly.com\/site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/image-145.png 944w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 450px) 100vw, 450px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 450px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 450\/600;\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Chiang Mai\u2019s signature dish, Khao Soi Gai. Photo credit: AJW.&nbsp;<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>The yellow curry broth, tender chicken, soft egg noodles, and crispy toppings combined beautifully, a comforting reminder of the region\u2019s culinary heritage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Later, we travelled up the winding mountain road to Wat Phra That Doi Suthep, one of Thailand\u2019s most sacred temples.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"445\" height=\"600\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.ttrweekly.com\/site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/image-146-445x600.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-259556 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ttrweekly.com\/site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/image-146-445x600.png 445w, https:\/\/www.ttrweekly.com\/site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/image-146-223x300.png 223w, https:\/\/www.ttrweekly.com\/site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/image-146-768x1035.png 768w, https:\/\/www.ttrweekly.com\/site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/image-146-696x938.png 696w, https:\/\/www.ttrweekly.com\/site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/image-146-312x420.png 312w, https:\/\/www.ttrweekly.com\/site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/image-146.png 944w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 445px) 100vw, 445px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 445px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 445\/600;\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Wat Phra That Doi Suthep. Photo credit: AJW.<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>The rain deepened the colours of the golden chedi, the teakwood carvings, and the sweeping naga staircase. At 1,676 metres, the mountain holds a commanding view of the city and remains a cherished symbol of the former Lanna Kingdom. The temple\u2019s origins reach back to the 14th&nbsp; century, and its peaceful presence felt especially vivid in the soft afternoon mist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Our day concluded with an excellent Thai dinner at Tamarind Village in the heart of the Old City. Its quiet courtyards, lanterns, and fragrant garden paths provided the perfect finale to our first day in Chiang Mai: Gentle beauty from morning to night.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>(Source: Andrew Wood)<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"124\" height=\"150\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.ttrweekly.com\/site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/image-143.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-259553 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 124px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 124\/150;\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p><em>About the author<\/em><br><em>Andrew J. Wood is a British-born travel writer and former hotelier who has lived in Thailand since 1991. With more than four decades of experience in hospitality, he has managed leading hotels, served as a Director of Sk\u00e5l International and is a Past President of Sk\u00e5l International Bangkok, Sk\u00e5l Thailand, and Sk\u00e5l Asia. Andrew writes for travel and hospitality publications worldwide and is widely recognised as an ambassador for Thailand\u2019s tourism industry.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Blue Jasmine Train nine-day trip dates <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Scheduled departure dates for the Blue Jasmine departing from Bangkok.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>2025<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Maiden Journey The Blue Jasmine<br>16.11.25 &#8211; 24.11.25<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>2026<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>24.01.26 &#8211; 01.02.26<br>21.02.26 &#8211; 01.03.26<br>11.07.26 &#8211; 19.07.26<br>21.11.26 &#8211; 29.11.26<br>12.12.26 &#8211; 20.12.26<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>BANGKOK, 24 November 2025: This feature marks the second instalment of my Blue Jasmine diary, a special series documenting every stage of this extraordinary nine-day rail journey across Thailand, offering readers an unfolding portrait of one of the country\u2019s most exciting and culturally meaningful new tourism experiences. 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