If you have questions about this program, email the program leader listed below.

Food and Culture of Thailand

Program Details

The arrangements for the travel, housing, meals, excursions and course content of this program have been made by the leader. Questions about this program can only be answered by the program leader listed below.
Program Type Departmental
Program Location Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Thailand
Course # SA 21267
Duration Summer
Upcoming Program Dates
Summer 2026 05/12/26 to 05/27/26

Program Leader
Name IPIA
Purdue University
Rm 104 Agriculture Administration Building (AGAD)
West Lafayette, Indiana 47907-1168

Phone: 765-494-6876
Fax: 765-494-9613
Email: AgAbroad@purdue.edu
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Please Note: Programs may be altered or adapted with little notice

Program Description

Food & Culture of Thailand

  • Thailand Flyer
  • May 12-27, 2026
  • Credits: FS 49100 – 3 credits
  • Estimated Cost: $4300 includes activities, in-country transportation, accommodation & some meals. Airfare not included.
  • Leaders: Kristin Whitney & Amanda Deering
  • Callout: September 18, 2025 at 5:30 pm in Nelson Hall 1215

ITINERARY

POWERPOINT

Immerse yourself in Southeast Asian culture, history and food. Indulge in street food, curries, rice, soups, noodles, stews and desserts. Tour food markets, Chiang Mai Old City, Tha Phae Gate, Elephant World Sanctuary and Wat Arun. Fly between Bangkok to Chaing Mai. Cook traditional Thai food. Experience a rice farm, silkworm farm, coffee village and organic farm. Explore a blend of urban and rural adventures in Thailand.

Program Cost

Students pursuing program participation accept financial responsibility. Purdue will take measures to mitigate financial risks, although will not be liable for loss.

Financial Aid

Purdue University financial aid may be applied to the costs of studying abroad. Students interested in receiving financial aid should

NOTE:  Recipients of certain tuition remission and scholarship programs should pay careful attention to the regulations for using those benefits for study abroad.  Ask your financial aid advisor about any limitations.

Click here for a list of scholarships and grants available to assist with the costs of studying overseas.