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Upon arrival at Bangkok airport, you will be greeted and transferred to the hotel. Check in at the
hotel and free time for your relaxation.
Overnight in Bangkok.
After breakfast, we visit the Grand Royal Palace dedicated to the ceremony of the Thai royal family.
It is is the most sacred place, respected and majestic in Bangkok. The Grand Palais, or the Royal Palace,
is a resort with many historical monuments built for centuries. For most, these are temples and official
buildings still used today.
In the same compound is the magnificent Wat Phra Kaew, which is known for the statue of the Emerald
Buddha.
After visiting this complex, we continue to visit Wat Pho, a giant house of the Reclining Buddha.
Wat Pho is one of the oldest and largest Buddhist temple in Bangkok. It is located at the shore of eastern
Chao Phraya River, south of the Grand Palace. The temple of the symbol is the famous statue "Reclining
Buddha". This statue represents Buddha on his deathbed. It is 45 meters long and 15 meters high. His feet
are inlaid with mother of pearl.
After lunch at the restaurant (client have to pay on spot), a walk in Chinatown which is considered the
busiest area in Bangkok and known by various specialties from countries in the region. The dishes are
prepared only with the freshest ingredients of the day. Visit the Wat Traimit which is well known as the
Golden Buddha.
Afternoon, boarding a long-tail boat for a trip along the Chao Phraya River and many lively inner canals
of Thonburi bank offering fantastic views of the local life nearby. You will have the opportunity to snack,
buy trinkets or to use the toilet at stops along the way. Along the way, we stop at Wat Arun, the Temple
of Dawn. Return to the hotel for free time.
Night in Bangkok.
After breakfast at the hotel, take just a short drive from the bustling streets of Bangkok, the high-rise
urban landscape dissolves into a lush green rural idyll. This full-day trip to Samut Songkhram Province,
only an hour outside the capital, allows guests to experience the traditional charms of the Thai
countryside.
The day starts with a trip to Mae Klong Railway market; a country market has sprouted up along the
tracks. When a train pulls in or out of the station, the vendors quickly clear their stalls, only to set them up
again moments later when the train has passed! From here, the journey continues to very famous touristic
Damnoen Saduak Floating Market. Although quite touristy today, the market remains the best example to
showcase how a floating market originally was like decades ago. A relaxing paddle boat ride through the
labyrinth of canals offers the chance to see the old part of the floating market and local lifestyle along the
canal side. Off the boat, it is time to enjoy strolling around the colorful floating marketplace bustling with
boats and vendors selling tropical fruits and other delights.
For visits falling on a Saturday or Sunday, the tour offers the option of an exploration choosing between
visiting Damnoen Saduak or the smaller and less touristy floating market Tha Kha where a short paddle
boat tour in the backwaters offering a visit to an old Thai ho Duse making coconut palm sugar.
Next, we depart for Kanchanaburi where we have chance to visit the World War II memorial including the
Jeath War Museum, Cemetery. Then take boarding for a train ride along the railway from Wang Pho to
enjoy the beautiful scenery and river around 30 minutes. Pick up and transfer by car to hotel.
Stay overnight in Kanchanaburi.
Morning breakfast and depart for Erawan Waterfall - a beautiful seven-tiered waterfall. Located in Erawan
National Park, Walking up to see each of the picturesque falls, it is best to bring good walking shoes. Also,
guests should remember to bring their swimming suit if they wish to swim in the fall’s natural pools. In the
afternoon we continue the road to Ayutthaya. The ancient city of Ayutthaya is known as the 'Venice of the
East’ because it is found along the Chao Phraya, the tributaries that surround the province of Ayutthaya
River. Many monuments and remains of the period can be visited in this city founded in 1350 by King
Uthong when the Thai had to migrate to the South under pressure from their neighbours to the North.
Morning after breakfast we will catch Kermit tuk tuk. These ‘cute’ tuk tuks are found in only two of
Thailand’s provinces: Ayutthaya, and Trang. Along the ride, explore the temple highlights of the city from
Wat Yai Chaimongkol, Wat Mahathat (with a Buddha face emerging from a tree), and strolling through a
local market en route to Wat Phra Srisanphet. And after that we visit will be the Bang Pa-In Summer
Palace, built during the Ayutthaya era. The palace showcases an eclectic collection of buildings that blend
European, Khmer, Thai and Chinese architectural styles. It’s the favorite summer palace of the King. And
transfer back to Bangkok for flight to Chiang Rai. Pick up and transfer to hotel.
Time free and stay overnight in Chiang Rai.
Morning after breakfast, we will visit the local market to discover the local products. After that we visit the
world famous Wat Phra Kaew where the Emerald Buddha image was once enshrined. Move on to Wat Phra
Singh where one of Thailand’s most beautiful Buddha images is now enshrined. Then short drive from
Chiang Rai City to Black House. Baan Dam (Black House) is the unique creation of national artist, Thawan
Duchanee. Part art studio, part museum, part home, Baan Dam is an eclectic mix of traditional northern
Thai buildings interspersed with some outlandish modern designs. Lunch on your own and afternoon we will
take on our boat cruise on Mae Kok river from Chiang Rai to Karen village where you can watch elephants
or feed them. After that you will take 1 hour elephant trekking. Transfer back to Chiang Rai.
Stay overnight in Chiang Rai.
Breakfast we depart for northern Thailand, a wooded, mountainous and beautiful area. This morning, you
will explore the surroundings and the first road you will take is the one that leads to Mae Salong. Climb up
and down the green hills, covered with tea plantations. You will taste the delicious tea produced by one of
the many plantations of the region, bef. From Doi Mae Salong, you will visit a village of ethnic minorities:
the village Akah of Loyo. Afer that you will visit the Mae Fah Luang botanical garden. On arrival in
Golden Triangle, take boat trip on Mekong River to see Thailand, Burma & Laos triangle.
Overnight in Chiang Saen
After breakfast, you will leave the hotel for Thaton. You will make a stop on the way to the village of
Patai to meet the tribe of Padong Karen, famous for its women "giraffes" who wear copper rings around
their neck to lengthen it. You will then discover a traditional Chinese medicine pharmacy where an expert
will explain the use of herbs, roots, plants and ointments. In the afternoon, take the road to Chiang Mai,
the capital of the North, and stop for a walk in the maze of underground galleries in Chiang Dao.
Overnight in Chiang Mai.
The morning will be mainly devoted to the walking tour of the old town with a stop at the old wall, the
moat and a door of the old town. You will see the most beautiful temples of Chiang Mai: Wat Phra Singh
temple, Wat Pan Tao temple, Wat Chedi Luang temple. Then you will stroll along small streets lined with
traditional houses, where you will take rickshaw tour. After that, you will take a walking through the
central market of Warorot before visiting the Doi Suthep hill. To brighten up your evening, browse the
Night Market for yourself.
Overnight in Chiang Mai.
Morning after breakfast, transfer to Elephant Poopoo paper farm which is an eco-friendly, naturally built,
outdoor museum park that introduces and explains the unique steps involved in making our much talked
about paper products from elephant poop fibers!
Eight pavilions in Elephant Poopoo Park Chiang Mai will introduce you to know the procedure from elephant
poo to final paper product. Additionally, you will have chance to practice making poopoo paper. Exciting!
Afternoon taking two hours of boat trip along the Mae Ping River, an excellent way to spend an
afternoon. You get to watch as the scenery along the river changes, you will also get to see many beautiful
traditional teak houses as well as a lot of rural greenery along the wat. Finally take overnight train in
second class cabin for Bangkok without guide.
Overnight on board.
Morning arrival in Bangkok around 7-8 am, pick up and transfer to Bangkok airport for flight at noon time to
Trat airport (Recommend the morning/noon flight) . On arrival and pick up and transfer to pier where you
will catch the ferry to Koh Chang island.
It’s located in golf of Thailand. With steep, jungle-covered peaks, picturesque Koh Chang retains its
remote and rugged spirit – despite the transformation of parts of it into a package-tour destination.
Sweeping bays are sprinkled along the west coast; most have superfine sand, some have pebbles. What it
lacks in sand it makes up for in an unlikely combination: accessible wilderness with a thriving party scene.
You will have time to enjoy the beach, the resort. Time is free. Overnight in Koh Chang Island.
Estimate ferry time:15:45-16:15
You will have all day free & easy. Overnight in Koh Chang Island
You will have all day free & easy. Overnight in Koh Chang Island
Morning free until transfer to ferry and to Trat airport for flight home or next destination. End of
service.
7 hand-picked hotels over 12 nights of this itinerary. Open any property for photos, video, a full introduction and what's on site.
123-room budget lifestyle hotel opened in 2018 in Bangkok's Chinatown, a short walk from MRT Wat Mangkon and Hua Lamphong stations and about 500 m from Yaowarat Road and the Golden Buddha at Wat Traimit. Built around a 7-storey garden atrium, with the Cork & Fork restaurant and lounge, a common room with pool table, coffee/tea corner and coin laundry, a tour desk, free Wi-Fi and a paid 24-hour airport shuttle. No pool. The tour books Superior rooms (23 m²).
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Garden resort on the banks of the River Kwai about 8 km north of Kanchanaburi town and 5–6 km from the Bridge over the River Kwai, built in 2004. 60 Thai-style deluxe rooms of 32 m² with balconies, 6 junior suites and a few private houses, a large year-round outdoor pool with pool bar, the Rantee Spa, the Royal and Chomwana restaurants, SUI Café and free Wi-Fi.
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Large hotel and serviced-apartment complex of Thailand's Kameo Collection (Cape & Kantary group) on Rojana Road, about 2.5 km east of central Ayutthaya and its UNESCO-listed historical park and roughly 80 km north of Bangkok. 253 air-conditioned rooms and suites, all with balconies and kitchenettes, two restaurants including the Tapestry Chinese restaurant, outdoor and children's pools, a spa with sauna and steam room, a gym, free parking and free breakfast.
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Laluna Hotel and Resort is a garden resort of 79 Thai-style bungalows on Sanambin (Airport) Road in Chiang Rai city, about 1.5 km from the centre and night bazaar and 15 minutes from Chiang Rai International Airport. A large lagoon-style pool with jacuzzi and sun deck is at its heart, with 20 bungalows around it; there is a restaurant and bar, free Wi-Fi and parking, and the resort is a base for Doi Tung and the Golden Triangle.
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A 4-star riverside hotel on the bank of the Mekong just outside the old walled town of Chiang Saen in Chiang Rai province, less than 10 minutes' drive south of the Golden Triangle viewpoint at Sop Ruak and about 50 km from Chiang Rai Airport. Rooms (about 52, in Superior, Deluxe, Grand Deluxe and Executive Suite categories) have balconies or terraces, many facing the river and Laos; facilities include a rooftop pool, restaurant, spa with sauna, gym, free bicycles and free parking.
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3-star hotel (the former Montri Hotel) standing directly at Tha Phae Gate on Ratchadamnoen Road, the main street of Chiang Mai's Old City and the route of the Sunday Walking Street; the Night Bazaar is about 1 km away and the airport a 15-minute drive. Around 89 air-conditioned rooms with smart TV, safe, fridge and kettle, an international buffet breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking, plus a free scheduled shuttle to the airport three times a day.
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Klong Prao Resort is a beachfront resort of 126 cottage-style rooms on Klong Prao Beach, the long white-sand beach on the west coast of Koh Chang island in Trat province. Rooms sit in gardens between the beach and a lagoon; there is a free-form pool by the sand with a jacuzzi, a fitness room, Thai massage, two restaurants and two bars. Trat Airport is about 25 km away plus the ferry crossing.
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4 STAR HOTELS:
Nouvo City Hotel Bangkok
U Inchantree Kanchanaburi
Kantary Hotel in Ayutthaya
The Legend Chiang Rai
Bansaeo Garden and Resort in Chiang Saen
Bohdi Serene in Chiang mai
Sylvan Koh Chang
5 star hotels:
Mövenpick Hotel Sukhumvit 15
Dheva mantra Resort
Kantary Hote in Ayutthaya
The Riverie Chiang Ra
Bansaeo Garden and Resort in Chiang Saen
Mélia Chiang Mai
KC Grand Resort in Koh Chang
❖ 3 star hotels based on double/twin sharing with daily breakfast; 4-star and 5-star hotel upgrades are available as optional add-ons
❖ Long-tailed boat cruise on Chao Phraya River
❖ Train from Wang Pho (30 minutes)
❖ Tuk tuk in Ayutthaya
❖ Meals as indicated
❖ All transfers with the air-conditioned private car
❖ Boat cruise in Mae Koh River
❖ 1 hour of elephant trekking in Chiang Rai
❖ Long-tailed boat in Mekong & Mae Ping River
❖ Overnight train Chiang Mai – Chiang Rai (2nd class cabin)
❖ Ferry: Trat – Koh Chang – Trat
❖ All entrance fees
❖ Mineral water
❖ Government taxes & service charge
❖ International flights & Departure taxes if any.
❖ Early check in/late check out.
❖ Personal expenses, tips and gratuities.
❖ Travel insurance.
❖ Beverage.
❖ Peak season or Public holidays surcharge if any.
❖ Compulsory Gala dinner on X-Mas or New Year if any.
❖ Other services not mentioned above.
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W22 by Burasari is a self-styled budget lifestyle hotel on Mittraphan Road in Pom Prap Sattru Phai, the heart of Bangkok's Chinatown: Yaowarat Road's street food and the Golden Buddha at Wat Traimit are about 500 m away, MRT Wat Mangkon and Hua Lamphong stations are a short walk, and the Soi Nana bar street is within walking distance. Don Mueang Airport is about 29 km and Suvarnabhumi roughly 30 km; the hotel runs a round-trip airport shuttle for a fee, 24 hours a day.
The hotel opened in 2018 and has 123 air-conditioned rooms with flat-screen TV, safe, free Wi-Fi, rain shower and hair dryer; the Superior rooms used on the tour are about 23 m² with twin or double beds. A 7-storey indoor garden atrium with lounge seating recalls a Chinese courtyard house, and the common room has a full-size pool table, coffee and tea facilities, a microwave and coin-operated laundry. Cork & Fork off the lobby serves small Thai plates, cocktails and a buffet breakfast from 6:30 to 10 am. There is a tour desk, 24-hour front desk and luggage storage but no swimming pool. Check-in is from 2 pm, check-out by noon.
Royal River Kwai Resort & Spa spreads along the River Kwai on the Kanchanaburi–Sai Yok road, roughly 8 km north of Kanchanaburi town, 5–6 km from the Bridge over the River Kwai and a short drive from the Mallika R.E. 124 heritage village. Built in 2004, it is laid out as a landscaped tropical garden: the 60 deluxe rooms (32 m²) are in low wooden-walled buildings with Thai-inspired décor and a balcony over the pool or greenery, and there are 6 junior suites with sitting areas plus 3- and 5-bedroom private houses. Rooms have air conditioning, minibar, TV, safe, hairdryer, hot shower and tea/coffee.
Breakfast is served 07:00–10:00 at the Royal Restaurant, the open-air Chomwana restaurant serves Thai and Western dishes and SUI Café is open through the day; the pool bar serves drinks by the year-round outdoor pool with a kids' section. The Rantee Spa sits in the gardens by the river. Reception is open 24 hours, room service runs 10:00–21:30, parking is free and stand-up paddleboards can be hired.
Classic Kameo Hotel & Serviced Apartments stands on Rojana Road on the east side of Ayutthaya, about 2.5 km from the old city and its UNESCO-listed historical park (Wat Yai Chai Mongkhon is a 5-minute drive) and around 80 km, or 1.5 hours by coach, north of Bangkok. Its 253 rooms range from deluxe rooms to studio and one-bedroom suites; all have air conditioning, a balcony, a kitchenette with full-size fridge, a 32-inch TV with DVD player, a safe, a bathtub and free Wi-Fi.
Breakfast is included, and the two restaurants include Tapestry, the group's well-known Chinese restaurant, plus a cafe. Facilities run to an outdoor pool and a children's pool, a spa with sauna and steam room, a fitness centre, a library, a billiards table, meeting rooms and free parking; check-in is at 14:00 and check-out at noon.
Set back from the main road in tropical gardens, the resort is in Chiang Rai town itself: the bus station is about 2 minutes away, the night bazaar and clock tower a few minutes, and the airport about 15 minutes. Its 79 bungalows come as standard and superior garden rooms and poolside rooms with direct pool access, with twin or king beds, air-conditioning, TV, minibar and hot showers.
Breakfast and meals are served in the on-site restaurant, which also has a bar; the lagoon pool has a jacuzzi and wide deck, and the resort offers massage, Thai cooking classes and meeting space. Free Wi-Fi and on-site parking are provided; check-in is from 14:00 and check-out by 12:00. Doi Tung, the White Temple and the Golden Triangle are 1–2 hours away.
Siam Triangle Hotel sits directly on the Mekong about 1 km from the centre of Chiang Saen, the small historic town whose temples and city wall are within cycling distance. The Golden Triangle at Sop Ruak, where Thailand, Laos and Myanmar meet, is under 10 minutes north by road, and Chiang Rai Airport is roughly 50 km away; the hotel arranges airport transfers.
The modern low-rise hotel has around 52 rooms in Superior, Deluxe, Grand Deluxe and Executive Suite categories, all with air conditioning, free Wi-Fi, tea and coffee, a fridge and a private balcony or terrace, the best of them looking across the river to Laos. Breakfast is included and there is an on-site restaurant, a rooftop swimming pool with a children's pool and Mekong views, a spa with sauna, a fitness room and a pool table. Bicycles are free for guests, parking is free and an auditorium seats up to 250 for meetings.
Hotel M Chiang Mai faces Tha Phae Gate, the eastern gate of the old walled city, at the start of Ratchadamnoen Road; temples such as Wat Chedi Luang and Wat Phra Singh, cafés, markets and the Sunday Walking Street are all on foot, the Night Bazaar is about 1 km east and Chiang Mai International Airport is roughly 15 minutes by car. The mid-size hotel (about 89 rooms, in superior double/twin and deluxe double categories) has air-conditioned, non-smoking rooms with a smart TV, safe, mini-fridge, kettle, desk, hairdryer and city or mountain views.
An international buffet breakfast is served each morning, Wi-Fi and on-site parking are free, and the hotel runs a complimentary shuttle to the airport at 09:00, 12:00 and 15:00 (pick-up from the airport costs 200 baht per 1–2 people). Laundry, a meeting room and car rental are available; check-in is from 14:00 and check-out by 12:00.
The resort spreads along Klong Prao Beach on Koh Chang's west coast, with garden, lagoon and sea-view cottages in low-rise blocks and villas; Booking.com lists it as a 4-star property and Agoda puts Trat Airport about 25 km away on the mainland. Rooms are air-conditioned with TV, minibar, safe and hot water.
Breakfast and the main restaurant are right on the beach, with Thai and international dishes and a seafood restaurant; there are two bars including a swim-up pool bar. The free-form pool (open 08:00–20:00) has a separate jacuzzi, and the resort also has a fitness room, Thai massage, a meeting room for about 100 people, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Check-in is from 14:00 and check-out by 12:00; the resort can arrange snorkelling, diving and fishing trips.