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Thailand is truly one of the world’s best destinations, not merely because of its friendly people and reasonable prices, but because there is so much on offer in a single country. In this 14-day tour you’ll see the diversity and beauty of Thailand by visiting the vibrant capital, Bangkok; the peaceful and beautiful cultural capital, Chiang Mai; and the Paradise island of Phuket.
Day 1 - Bangkok - Arrival
Arrive in Bangkok where you will be met by a company representative and transferred to your hotel.
Meals included: None
Overnight at Sofitel Silom Hotel
Day 2 - Bangkok - City Tour
Your guide will meet you at your hotel in the morning and take you to visit the Grand Palace, the pride of Thailand. You will see the Emerald Buddha and the Reclining Buddha of Wat Pho. Here you will enjoy a 30-minute traditional massage. Have lunch at a local restaurant before taking a boat ride through the klongs and canals of Bangkok seeing local life as well as visiting Wat Arun. In the late afternoon take a walk through the beautiful flower market and visit the famous Golden Mountain.
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Overnight at Sofitel Silom Hotel
Day 3 - Bangkok - Chiang Mai
Your guide will meet you and take you to Jim Thompson’s House. Now a museum this traditional teakwood house is just as Jim Thompson left it before he mysteriously disappeared in the Cameron Highlands of Western Malaysia.
You will be transferred to the airport for your onward flight to Chiang Mai where you will be met at the airport and transferred to Chiang Mai Plaza Hotel, walking distance from the night market.
Meals included: Breakfast
Overnight at Yaang Come Village Hotel
Day 4 - Chaing Mai - Lampang Elephant Center
Your guide will meet you early and you will drive to Lampang where you will visit the Lampang Elephant Conservation Center. See the elephant demonstration and take an elephant ride through the jungle. After lunch you will visit Lampoon and see its ancient temples with a history that dates back to AD 700. Return to Chiang Mai and enjoy dinner and a walk around the night market before returning to your hotel.
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch
Overnight at Yaang Come Village Hotel
Day 5 - Chiang Mai - Doi Suthep & Home Industries
In the morning visit the Hill Tribe Museum on your way to Doi Suthep, the most important wat in Chiang Mai. Perched high above the city, it offers wonderful views of the city and countryside below. Have lunch with your guide at a local restaurant and after lunch visit the Chiang Mai home industries. See the process of creating lacquer-ware, silk and traditional Thai umbrellas; look through the stores filled with the beautiful finished products.
Tonight attend a traditional Khantoke Show dinner and dance.
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Overnight at Yaang Come Village Hotel
Day 6 - Chiang Mai - Cooking Class
Take a full day Thai cooking class. You will be taken to the market to learn about many of the fruits and spices. After getting your ingredients you will be taught to make several Thai dishes before enjoying a huge feast together to celebrate your newly acquired skills!
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch
Overnight at Yaang Come Village Hotel
Day 7 - Chiang Mai - Doi Ithanond National Park
After breakfast set off for Doi Ithanond National Park where you will reach the summit of the highest mountain in Thailand. Enjoy beautiful scenery on the way to the national park. Visit a Karen Village and then stop at the peak of the mountain, 8,514 feet above sea level. Take a walk out into the jungle and look for bird life before returning back down, stopping at a beautiful waterfall on the way. You will have lunch on the mountain and on the way back you can stop at Baan Ta-Wai, where they make carving, pottery and imitation antiques. Return to your hotel.
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch
Overnight at Yaang Come Village Hotel
Day 8 - Chiang Mai - Phuket
Transfer to Chiang Mai Airport for your onward flight. You will be met at the Phuket airport and transferred to your hotel.
Meals included: Breakfast
Overnight at Kata Beach Resort
Day 9 - Phuket - At Leisure
Free to enjoy the beach and local area at leisure.
Meals included: Breakfast
Overnight at Kata Beach Resort
Day 10 - Phuket - Sea Kayaking Day 1
You will be picked up from your hotel early and transferred to Ao Po Pier. Depart by longtail boat to the East Bay. Upon arrival at Koh Yao Noi you will have an introductory course in kayaking and then be taken on an exploration of the island. Enjoy a picnic lunch on the beach and keep exploring until sunset or you get tired. Arrive at Tha Khao Pier where a tuk-tuk will transfer you to your bungalow for check in. Enjoy a fresh seafood dinner at Tha Khao restaurant.
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 11 - Phuket - Sea Kayaking Day 2
The morning starts with a big western-style breakfast before departing Tha Khao Pier. Circumnavigate the first island and enjoy a picnic lunch en route. Motor to other islands in the area and then explore them by kayak. In the afternoon return to Tha Khao to check out. Return by longtail boat to Phuket and transfer back to your hotel.
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch
Overnight at Kata Beach Resort
Days 12 & 13 - Phuket - At Leisure
Free to enjoy the beach and local area at leisure.
Meals included: Breakfast
Overnight at Kata Beach Resort
Day 14 - Phuket - Departure
Enjoy your morning at leisure before you transfer to the airport for your return flight to Bangkok
Meals included: Breakfast
Tour Rate: starting at $2,630 per person double with $1,805 single supplement
Price includes:
- Air tickets (Bangkok – Chiang Mai – Bangkok – Phuket - Bangkok)
- Accommodation at Sofitel Silom Hotel, Bangkok
- Accommodation at Yaang Come Village Hotel, Chiang Mai
- Accommodation at Kata Beach Resort, Phuket
- Kayaking trip to Koh Yao Noi
- Air-conditioned car or van with driver
- Licensed English Speaking Thai guides
- Tours and admission fees as mentioned above
- Meals as specified above
Price excludes:
- Personal expenses
- Visa fees
- Airport tax
- Alcohol
- Tips
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