Amazing Thailand - 16 days
Bangkok, Thailand
Bangkok, Thailand
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Duration: 16 days
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Start: Bangkok, Thailand
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Finish: Bangkok, Thailand
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Tour type: Private tour
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Meals: 15 Breakfasts, 1 Lunch
Embark on an unforgettable 16-day journey across Thailand, a land where vibrant cities, ancient ruins, cultural treasures, and tropical beaches come together in perfect harmony. Begin in Bangkok, exploring the grandeur of the Royal Palace, the sacred Emerald Buddha, and colorful floating markets. Step back in time as you wander through the ancient capitals of Ayutthaya and Sukhothai, both UNESCO World Heritage sites filled with stunning temples and historic ruins.
Travel north to Chiang Rai and the Golden Triangle, where Thailand meets Laos and Myanmar, then continue to Chiang Mai, the heart of Lanna culture. Visit glittering temples, climb to sacred Doi Suthep, trek through hill tribe villages, raft along jungle rivers, and enjoy meaningful encounters at the Elephant Jungle Sanctuary.
End your adventure in Koh Lanta, one of Thailand’s most serene islands, where you can unwind on pristine beaches or set out on an optional excursion to the world-famous Phi Phi Islands. This comprehensive journey offers the perfect balance of history, culture, nature, and relaxation — the best of Thailand in one tour.
Tour Highlights
- Explore Bangkok’s iconic landmarks: Grand Palace, Emerald Buddha, Reclining Buddha, Golden Buddha, and Wat Arun.
- Experience the vibrant Maeklong Railway Market and Damnoen Saduak Floating Market.
- Discover the ancient capitals: Ayutthaya with its historic ruins and Sukhothai, birthplace of Thai culture.
- Admire the beauty of Erawan Waterfall in Kanchanaburi and pay tribute at the River Kwai Bridge.
- Visit Chiang Rai’s temples and the artistic Baan Dam (Black House).
- Cruise the Mekong at the Golden Triangle where three countries converge.
- Stroll through Chiang Mai’s Old Town temples and visit the sacred Doi Suthep.
- Trek through jungle trails, hill tribe villages, waterfalls, and rice terraces in northern Thailand.
- Have a once-in-a-lifetime encounter with elephants at the Elephant Jungle Sanctuary.
- Relax on the tranquil shores of Koh Lanta, with an option to join a day trip to the Phi Phi Islands.
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Travel style:
Cultural & Classic
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Your guide:
English speaking
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Meals:
15 Breakfasts, 1 Lunch
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Tour type:
Private tour
You will visit
Route map
Itinerary
B(breakfast), L(lunch), D(dinner)
Upon arrival at Bangkok airport (Gate No.4), you will be greeted and transferred to the hotel. The glorious history of Thailand’s capital, Bangkok, is closely linked to the Chakri dynasty that still reigns today.
Check in at the hotel and enjoy some free time for relaxation.
Accommodation: Hotel in Bangkok
Meals: None
Private car & tour guide
After breakfast, visit the Grand Royal Palace dedicated to the ceremonies of the Thai royal family. This sacred and majestic complex is one of Bangkok’s most iconic landmarks. Within the same compound, explore Wat Phra Kaew, home to the famous Emerald Buddha.
Continue to Wat Pho, one of Bangkok’s oldest and largest Buddhist temples, housing the magnificent Reclining Buddha statue — 45 meters long and 15 meters high with mother-of-pearl inlaid feet.
After lunch at a local restaurant (at your own expense), enjoy a walk through bustling Chinatown, known for its fresh ingredients and vibrant street food culture. Visit Wat Traimit, renowned for the Golden Buddha.
In the afternoon, board a long-tail boat for a scenic trip along the Chao Phraya River and Thonburi’s lively canals, offering a glimpse into local riverside life. Stop at Wat Arun, the Temple of Dawn, before returning to the hotel for free time.
Accommodation: Hotel in Bangkok
Meals: Breakfast
Private car & tour guide
After breakfast, leave Bangkok behind for Samut Songkhram Province. Start at Mae Klong Railway Market, where vendors swiftly move their stalls when the train passes. Continue to the famous Damnoen Saduak Floating Market. Enjoy a paddle boat ride through its canals, witnessing the lively marketplace and traditional lifestyle.
On weekends, you may alternatively visit Tha Kha Floating Market for a more authentic experience and a chance to see coconut palm sugar production.
Travel onward to Kanchanaburi. Visit the World War II Memorial, including the cemetery and the historic Kwai River Bridge. Board a short train ride along the scenic railway. Transfer to the city for overnight stay.
Accommodation: Hotel in Kanchanaburi
Meals: Breakfast
Private car & tour guide
After breakfast, head to Erawan National Park to explore the beautiful seven-tiered Erawan Waterfall. Guests can swim in natural pools, so bringing a swimsuit is recommended.
In the afternoon, depart for Ayutthaya, the ancient capital of Thailand, often referred to as the "Venice of the East." Founded in 1350, Ayutthaya is home to many historic monuments and ruins.
Accommodation: Hotel in Ayutthaya
Meals: Breakfast
Private car & tour guide
After breakfast, ride a unique Kermit tuk-tuk, found only in Ayutthaya and Trang. Explore the city’s highlights: Wat Yai Chai Mongkol, Wat Mahathat with its iconic Buddha face in tree roots, and Wat Phra Srisanphet.
Stroll through a local market before continuing your road trip via Uthai Thani and Phitsanulok to Sukhothai, Thailand’s first capital and the birthplace of Thai culture. Arrive late afternoon, check in at hotel, and overnight in Sukhothai.
Accommodation: Hotel in Sukhothai
Meals: Breakfast
Private car & tour guide
After breakfast, cycle through the Sukhothai Historical Park, visiting Wat Srichum with its impressive Ajana Buddha, Wat Prapailuang, Wat Sri Sawai, Wat Sra Sri, and Wat Trapang Ngoen.
In the afternoon, transfer to Lampang. Free time upon arrival.
Accommodation: Hotel in Lampang
Meals: Breakfast
Private car & tour guide
After breakfast, visit Wat Phra That Lampang Luang, a 13th-century temple preserved in its original Lanna style. Then enjoy a 30-minute horse-drawn carriage ride through Lampang’s town and villages.
Have lunch at a local restaurant (at your own expense) before continuing to Chiang Rai, with a relaxing stop at Phayao Lake. Arrive in Chiang Rai in the evening.
Accommodation: Hotel in Chiang Rai
Meals: Breakfast
Private car & tour guide
In the morning, explore a local market before visiting Wat Phra Kaew, once home to the Emerald Buddha, and Wat Phra Singha. Then discover Baan Dam (Black House), an eccentric art museum created by Thawan Duchanee.
In the afternoon, take a boat cruise along the Mae Kok River to visit a Karen village before returning to Chiang Rai.
Accommodation: Hotel in Chiang Rai
Meals: Breakfast
Private car & tour guide
After breakfast, visit Chiang Saen, an ancient riverside city. Continue to the Opium Museum at the Golden Triangle, where Thailand, Laos, and Myanmar meet.
After lunch at a local restaurant (at your own expense), enjoy a boat ride along the Mekong River before driving to Chiang Mai. Arrive and check in at your hotel.
Accommodation: Hotel in Chiang Mai
Meals: Breakfast
Private car & tour guide
This morning, take a walking tour through Chiang Mai Old Town, visiting its highlights: Wat Phra Singh, Wat Phan Tao, and Wat Chedi Luang. Ride a rickshaw along charming streets and explore Warorot Market.
In the afternoon, drive up Doi Suthep Hill to visit the sacred Wat Phra That Doi Suthep, offering sweeping views of Chiang Mai. Free time in the evening to explore the Night Market.
Accommodation: Hotel in Chiang Mai
Meals: Breakfast
Private car & tour guide
Today, drive about two hours to Doi Inthanon National Park, the highest peak in Thailand. Trek through lush jungle trails, passing farms, rice terraces, and waterfalls before visiting a Karen hill tribe village. Taste locally grown coffee and continue to Vachiratharn Waterfall.
End the day with a visit to the Napamaytanidol and Phra Mahatat Napaphon Bhumisiri Chedis, built in honor of the King and Queen of Thailand. Return to Chiang Mai.
Accommodation: Hotel in Chiang Mai
Meals: Breakfast
Private car & tour guide
Morning after breakfast, we drive to Elephant Jungle Sanctuary to visit as the program below:
08:00 – 08:30: Pick up from your hotel or accommodation.
08:30: Drive approximately 1.5 hours South of Chiang Mai through rolling hills, forest, and local farming areas.
10:30: Arrive at the Sanctuary. Meet your guide and walk for 10-15 minutes through the Jungle to the Elephant Jungle Sanctuary. Change into traditional Karen clothing. Enjoy an introductory lesson about elephant anatomy, history, and behavior.
11:00: Meet the elephants. Feed, interact, and play with the elephants in a natural environment as you learn about their behavior and history. Take photos with the elephants.
12:00: Enjoy a lunch of traditional Thai food and fresh fruit.
13:00: Learn how to make herbal medicine balls, feed the Elephants and then walk with the elephants to the river. Bathe and brush the elephants.
14:00: Join the elephants for a therapeutic mud spa. Swim in the river and take photos with the elephants.
15:00: Change clothes and say good bye to the elephants.
15:30: Leave the Elephant Jungle Sanctuary and drive approximately 1.5 hours to Chiang Mai.
17:00-17:30: Drop off at your hotel or accommodation.
Accommodation: Hotel in Chiang Mai
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Join tour (no private car & guide)
Free until transfer to the airport for flight to Krabi. On arrival, transfer to Ao Nang and take the ferry to Koh Lanta Island. Check in at your hotel and enjoy free time.
Koh Lanta is one of Thailand’s most beautiful islands, located just off the coast of Krabi. Its long coastline has nearly a dozen beaches; some considered the finest in the country, and each one with its own charm and atmosphere.
Accommodation: Hotel in Koh Lanta
Meals: Breakfast
No guide (only transfers)
You have all day free in Koh Lanta and you can participate in activities around the island.
Option: A day on the island of Phi-Phi by speed boat (L) - Join group with English-speaking guide.
Price: $75 /adult; $53/child (2-11 years old)
Duration of the visit: 8:30 am - 3:00 pm.
Enjoy a speed boat to the Phi Phi Island Group. Phi Phi Island is one of the best places in the world due to its magnificent resources of marine life.
Itinerary:
08h00-08h30: Pick up from your hotel.
Board a speedboat for Phi Phi Leh and visit the Viking Cave and the lagoon of Phi Phi Leh, one of the most beautiful lagoons.
Stop at Loh Sa Ma Bay to swim and snorkel. Head to Maya Bay. It's very beautiful, that's why the film The Beach was filmed there in 2000. After Maya Bay, we will go to Monkey Bay where you will be greeted by many little monkeys.
Have a delicious buffet lunch and relax at the restaurant on Phi Phi Island.
After lunch, no more snorkeling in Hin Klang. It is snorkeling in the open sea along the colorful coral reef gardens with exotic fish.
At the end, we stop and spend time swimming, relaxing and sunbathing on Bamboo Island.
Return to the pier and transfer to your hotel.
Notes: Program details may change depending on the tide or weather conditions.
Bring: Sunscreen, sunglasses, camera, hat, towels, swimsuit and flippers. (in low season a waterproof jacket is a good idea in case of rain)
Price included: Transfer to the hotel, entrance fees, accident insurance, mask and snorkel, life jacket, first aid kit, water and soft drinks, fruit, lunch (for halal or vegetarian Muslim food, please ask on reservation) and an English-speaking guide.
Free meals and overnight in Koh Lanta.
Accommodation: Hotel in Koh Lanta
Meals: Breakfast
No guide (except join tour option)
Full free day to relax on the island.
Accommodation: Hotel in Koh Lanta
Meals: Breakfast
No guide, no driver
Morning free until transfer to Krabi Airport for your flight to Bangkok and onward journey. End of services.
Accommodation: None
Meals: Breakfast
No guide
Inclusions
- Accommodation based on double/twin sharing room with daily breakfast
- Experienced English-speaking guides as indicated in the itinerary
- Private transportation with AC (Except Join in tour by sharing transfer)
- All sightseeing tickets
- Lunches and dinners as indicated in the itinerary
- Taxes and services charges
Exclusions
- International & domestic airfares, airport taxes
- Early check-in / late check-out
- Visa fees, tips & personal expenses
- Travel insurance
- Services not clearly mentioned in program
- Surcharges for festivals (Loy Krathong, Songkran…), Christmas & New Year
- Compulsory Gala Dinner (24 & 31 Dec, if any)
- Airport transfer surcharge (10:00 pm – 6:30 am: USD 15/way)
Notes
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Tour Price
The tour rate is based on twin/double sharing rooms at 3* hotel category. The price will vary slightly depending on the number of people in your group. For an accurate tour price, please click the "INQUIRE NOW" button to discuss with our sales consultant.
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Deposit & Payment
After you have agreed on the tour itinerary and pricing, we will send you an email to confirm and provide information on our payment policy. You can choose your preferred payment method and make payment to us according to the following regulations:
- With tour bookings, you do not need to pay total in advance, we just need 30% for deposit. The balance will be settled before your trip or upon arrival.
- With flight, hotel or train ticket bookings, we require 100% total payment in advance.
The balance will be settled before or upon arrival by cash, credit card or bank transfer. We accept major credit cards such as Visa, Master, JCB and Amex. If you pay by credit card, please add 3% of bank commission.
After receiving your deposit, our team will process your booking and send you the confirmation by email within 1 - 2 working days.
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Food Requirement
If you have any specific food requirement (vegetarian, vegan, food allergies, etc.) please inform us in advance, we will provide notices to our restaurants, tour guides and partners so they would be able to serve you the best.
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Cancellation
We apply non refundable deposit of 10 USD for hotel, air ticket booking, 100 USD/per person for tour package upon service confirmation. Cancellations will be charged as following:
- 30 days before arrival: No cancellation charge.
- 29 - 14 days before arrival: 10% of the tour cost is forfeited.
- 13 - 7 days before arrival: 40% of the tour cost is forfeited.
- 6 days before arrival: 100 % of the tour cost is forfeited.
- No show: 100% of the tour cost is forfeited.
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Child Policy
- Infant under 2-years-old free of charge land tour and 25% of airfare.
- Child under 12-years-old sharing room with adult without extra bed charge 50% of adult land tour and 75% of airfare.
- Child under 12-years-old sharing room with adult with bed charge 80% of adult land tour and 75% of airfare.
- Upon 12-years-old - 100% charge of tour cost.
