12 Days - 11 Nights
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3+
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Cultural, Historical & Natural
Upon arrival at Chiang Mai Airport, our tour guide will meet you. You will then be transferred to the hotel for check-in, after which you can enjoy a free and easy afternoon. In the evening, immerse yourself in the unique tradition of Chiang Mai with a khantoke dinner, a culturally rich experience featuring dinner, dance, and musical performances. Served in small bowls (khan) at low tables (toke), this immersive dining experience is complemented by intricate dances such as the forn leb finger dance and the ramwong circle dance. Afterward, return to the hotel for a relaxing conclusion to the day.
Meal: Dinner
Overnight at hotel in Chiang Mai
Begin the day with a hotel pick-up for a unique blend of spirituality and culture. Participate in a monk alms offering to gain merit and blessings. After breakfast, head to Wat Doi Suthep Temple for panoramic views. Explore Talat Warorod market, visit the ancient Wat Chedi Luang, and experience a handicraft village. Conclude the day back at the hotel.
Meal: No Meal
Overnight at hotel in Chiang Mai
After breakfast at the hotel, embark on a half-day adventure to the Elephant Jungle Sanctuary, located approximately 1.5 hours south of Chiang Mai. Upon arrival, change into traditional Karen clothing and engage with the elephants in their natural habitat. Participate in feeding, interaction, and play, gaining insights into their behavior and history. Enjoy a Mud Spa with the elephants, accompany them to a river for a refreshing bath, and conclude the experience with a traditional meal. Bid farewell to the elephants before returning to Chiang Mai for hotel drop-off.
The afternoon is left free for leisure activities.
Meal: No meal
Overnight at hotel in Chiang Mai
Breakfast at the hotel. Depart from Chiang Mai to Sukhothai, with a stop in Lampang to visit Wat Phra Dhat Lampang Luang, housing a unique emerald Buddha statue. Proceed to historic Sukhothai, the capital of a flourishing kingdom from the mid-13th to late-14th centuries, laying the foundation for Thailand's cultural and political development. Explore the UNESCO World Heritage Site, spanning 45 sq-km and featuring 193 antiquities of royal palaces, temples, and city structures set amid picturesque landscapes. Arrive at the hotel, followed by dinner at a local restaurant.
Meal: Dinner
Overnight at hotel in Sukhothai
Start the day with breakfast at the hotel, followed by a pick-up from the hotel lobby. Embark on a visit to Wat Phra Si Rattana Mahathat in Phitsanulok, housing Thailand's most exquisite Buddha image. Next, explore the Ganesha Pottery Village, where skilled local artisans employ ancient sangkhalok techniques to craft beautifully hand-painted pieces. Continue the journey to Ayutthaya, passing through Lopburi with a visit to Prang Sam Yod, the Sacred Three-Spired Pagoda. Arrive at the hotel for check-in, concluding the day with dinner at a local restaurant.
Meal: Breakfast, Dinner
Overnight at hotel in Ayutthaya
Begin the exploration with a visit to Ayutthaya, the former capital located 90 km north of Bangkok. This World Heritage-listed site, situated along the Chao Phraya River, is replete with the remnants of temples, palaces, and shrines. Key attractions include the colossal bronze statues of Wat Mongkol Borpith, Wat Phra Srisanpetch, and Wat Yai Chai Mongkol.
The journey then leads to Kanchanaburi, where you'll visit the Allied War Cemetery, the final resting place for over 6,000 prisoners, the iconic Bridge over the River Kwai, and the poignant Jeath Museum. Conclude the day with a hotel arrival and dinner at a local restaurant.
Meal: Breakfast, Dinner
Overnight at hotel in Kanchanaburi
Start the day with breakfast at the hotel, then get picked up. Take a ride on the Death Railway, visit the Hell Fire Pass Memorial, and explore the remnants of the infamous 'cutting site.' Learn about WWII at the museum and take a walk downhill for a poignant site visit. Finally, continue to the Bangkok hotel for the day's conclusion.
Dinner at local restaurant
Meal: Breakfast, Dinner
Overnight at hotel in Bangkok
Explore Bangkok's renowned Buddhist temples, starting with Wat Saket (Golden Temple) and Wat Pho, housing an impressive 46-meter reclining Buddha and ornate chedis. The tour continues to the iconic Grand Palace, a masterpiece of traditional Siamese architecture and the former royal residence. Visit various venues within the palace, including the Funeral Palace, Reception Palace, Throne Hall, Coronation Hall, Royal Guest House, and the revered Emerald Buddha Temple. Afterward, head back along the Chao Phraya River to marvel at the magnificent Wat Arun, also known as the Temple of Dawn. Return to the hotel and conclude the day with dinner at a local restaurant.
Meal: Breakfast, Dinner
Overnight at hotel in Bangkok
Breakfast at the hotel. Afterward, our tour guide will pick you up for a transfer to the airport for your flight to Phuket. Upon arrival, tranfer to the hotel for check-in, and the remainder of the day is free for leisure activities.
Meal: Breakfast
Overnight at hotel in Phuket
Free at leisure.
Meal: No meal
Overnight at hotel in Phuket
Free at leisure until transfer to Phuket Airport for your departure flight.
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