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Northern Thailand Explorer
14 days, Bangkok to Bangkok
Itinerary
Day 1Bangkok
Arrive at any time.
Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
Your opportunity to meet your CEO and fellow travellers, and learn more about your tour. Opt to join the group for a local meal afterwards. Don't forget to see the notice in the lobby (or ask reception) for the official time and place to meet up with the group.
Day 2Bangkok/Nong Khai
Enjoy a klong boat tour of Bangkok including a visit to Wat Pho. This evening board an overnight train to Nong Khai.
Klong Riverboat Tour
Travel by longtail boat on the busy Chao Phraya River and through the small canals of western Bangkok's Thonburi district. Observe colourful scenes of everyday life along the river banks.
Wat Po Visit
This temple is known for its reclining Buddha, its feet covered with mother-of-pearl engravings of Buddhist symbols. Explore the large grounds and other compounds to see other Buddha figures, murals and the chedis that contain the ashes of Buddha. This is also the birthplace of traditional Thai massage.
Overnight Train (beds)
Stretch out and get some well-earned rest en route to the next stop.
Meals included:
BreakfastDay 3Nong Khai/Chiang Khan
Arrive early in Nong Khai and enjoy a scenic drive along the Mekong, spotting Laos on the other side of the bank. Arrive in the charming town of Chiang Khan mid-morning.
Private Vehicle
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Free Time
Opt to take a boat ride on the Mekong for views of Laos , or hire a bike and meander through the nearby small towns and countryside.
Day 4Chiang Khan
Experience morning alms-giving by offering rice to local monks. Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure, wandering around this small town on the Mekong.
Take in this serene town by strolling along the promenade that runs alongside the Mekong, and wandering the streets lined with traditional Thai teak homes . When the night market and walking street open for the evening shop for everything from street food to clothing.
Morning Alms Giving
Rise before the sun and head to the local market to get rice. Monks rely on food donations to eat and cannot eat after midday so they wake early and walk through town receiving donations and providing blessings. As the monks walk by place rice in their bowl until you are out of gifts.
Free Time
Opt to take a boat ride on the Mekong for views of Laos , or hire a bike and meander through the nearby small towns and countryside.
Meals included:
BreakfastDay 5Chiang Khan/Phitsanulok
Travel to Phitsanoluk. Enjoy an orientation walk of one of Thailands oldest most historic cities, followed by an afternoon at leisure. For dinner, devour flying morning glory - a local specialty that also provides the entertainment of vegetables soaring through the air.
Private Vehicle
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Free Time
Spend the afternoon exploring but be sure to be back for a unique dining experience
Meals included:
Breakfast | DinnerDay 6Phitsanulok/Lampang
Drive to Sukhothai Historic Park and wander through ruins of this ancient Kingdom. Continue on to Lampang and enjoy a homestay in a traditional Lanna village. Participate in craft demonstrations and opt to help prepare a local meal.
Private Vehicle
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Your Local Living Moment: Village Homestay
Experience life in a traditional village with a homestay. Take in idyllic views of mountains and rice fields. Get to know your hosts and enjoy participating in activities including weaving, carving, and farming. Savour fresh local meals with the group and opt to lend a hand in the preparation.
Sukhothai Historic Park Visit
Wander through this ancient royal capital, now a UNESCO World Heritage Site, on a half-day tour. Get a close-up look at the remains of numerous temples, a royal palace, and Buddha figures dating back to the mid-13th century.
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Breakfast | DinnerDay 7Lampang/Chiang Mai
Travel to Chiang Mai. Climb the many stairs to Doi Suthep, the beautiful temple that overlooks Chiang Mai from its location atop a mountain. Fulfil dreams of Thai streetfood this evening at the incredible night market.
Private Vehicle
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Doi Suthep Temple Visit
Visit Wat Phra That Doi Suthep, a golden Buddhist temple outside of Chiang Mai on the Mt Doi Suthep. Climb 300 steps to reach the temple and be rewarded with an unforgettable view. Admire the many Buddhist relics at this sacred temple and visit the white elephant shrine. Legend has it that the location of the temple was chosen after a white elephant carried a relic to the mountain and trumpeted three times before dying on the spot. Also, with a little luck, you may witness the chanting of the monks.
Street Food Walk at Chiang Mai Night Market
Pick up a a souvenir at this shopper's paradise. Wander through the market to find music, food, and local artists selling handmade crafts.
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BreakfastDay 8Chiang Mai
Enjoy free time in Chiang Mai. Opt to go on a segway tour or cycle through the countryside. It's a feat to fit it all in.
Your Discover Moment
There's plenty to see and do in Chiang Mai, and we wanted to make sure that you had some time to take it all in. Feel free to relax or try optional activities like a visit to the Mae Sa Waterfall, or learning about Thai cuisine with a cooking class. Your CEO has more ideas if you need them. Just ask!
Optional Activities - Day 8 HideShow
Flight of the Gibbon Ziplining
Soar across 7km (4.3 mi) of Thai jungle on a zipline and learn about the local lore, wildlife, and geology from an expert guide. (Not at the same time, of course. That’d be kinda complicated.)
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BreakfastDay 9Chiang Mai
Enjoy free time to explore Chiang Mai. Opt for a bicycle tour, a visit the Mae Sai waterfall, shopping at the night market, or getting a traditional Thai massage. Enjoy a local cooking class with dinner.
Free Time
Opt to explore Doi Inthanon and Doi Pui Suthep National Parks.
Your Foodie Moment: Cooking Class
Pick out the best ingredients at a local market and learn how to make delicious Thai dishes.
Optional Activities - Day 9 HideShow
Massage
Lie back and soothe aching travel muscles with a famous Thai massage. Affordable and amazing—don't miss out!
Mae Sai Waterfall Visit
Admire the eight tumbling tiers of this waterfall located in the lush forest of Doi Suthep-Pui National Park. Opt to pack a picnic and spend the day relaxing and swimming in this refreshing environment.
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BreakfastDay 10Chiang Mai to Ayutthaya
Free time in Chiang Mai before boarding an overnight train to Ayutthaya.
Overnight Train (beds)
Stretch out and get some well-earned rest en route to the next stop.
Your Discover Moment
There's plenty to see and do in Chiang Mai, and we wanted to make sure that you had some time to take it all in. Feel free to relax or try optional activities like a visit to the Mae Sa Waterfall, or learning about Thai cuisine with a cooking class. Your CEO has more ideas if you need them. Just ask!
Meals included:
BreakfastDay 11Ayutthaya to Kanchanaburi
Arrive in Ayutthaya and enjoy a short tour of historical sites followed by a drive to Kanchanaburi. Explore the Death Railway Museum and Allied War Cemetery, and stretch your legs during a short stop at The Bridge on the River Kwai. Catch a boat transfer to a riverside resort in the jungle.
Bridge on the River Kwai Visit
Take in a piece of World War II history on this visit. We're sure you've seen or at least heard of the famous movie "Bridge on the River Kwai." Well, now you can tour the real thing. It's massive, majestic, and imposing, offering fabulous views of the river below.
Thai/Burma Railway Centre and Allied War Cemetery Visit
Visit the Thai-Burmese Railway Museum to learn about the Death Railway's dark history, and the Allied War Cemetery where more than 6,000 prisoners are buried.
Ayutthaya Historical Park Guided Tour
Explore the ruins of Ayutthaya, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Ayuthaya served as Thailand’s capital from the 14th to 18th centuries, when it ranked as one of the most magnificent cities in the world. Late in the 17th century its population reached one million, and foreign visitors wrote awestruck accounts of its size and splendour.
Private Vehicle
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Day 12Kanchanaburi
Enjoy free time to explore. Opt to go caving or trekking.
Free Time
A full day to explore this scenic riverside town.
Optional Activities - Day 12 HideShow
Lawa Cave Boat Trip
Hop in a boat and explore Kawa, Kanchanaburi’s largest and most famous cave located in Saiyok National Park. Make your way through multiple chambers each covered in unique stalactites and stalagmites, while keeping an eye out for Kitti's hog-nosed bats, the world’s smallest mammal.
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BreakfastDay 13Kanchanaburi/Bangkok
Enjoy swimming under the magnificent Erawan Falls. Later transfer to Bangkok for your last night out on the town.
Erawan Waterfalls
Visit one of the world’s most beautiful waterfalls. Its seven tiers offer a unique experience at every climb, reaching up to 1,500m (4921 ft). Swim in the turquoise pools, snap photos from the top tier, and opt to hike in the jungle to spot monkeys.
Private Vehicle
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Meals included:
BreakfastDay 14Bangkok
Depart at any time.