Thailand Highlights
Escorted Tour
Bangkok – Kanchanaburi – Ayutthaya The Golden Triangle – Mae Salong Mountain – Hmong Hilltribe Lodge Chiang Mai – Elephant Sanctuary
A 2-week journey from south to north, this perfect first-timer tour of Thailand encompasses all the top sights as well as venturing into less-explored areas to explore pristine nature and local culture with a stay at a beautiful eco-lodge.
Your Itinerary
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Day 1 : Arrive Bangkok
On arrival into Bangkok, you will be met and transferred to your hotel.
Day 2 : Bangkok
Today's sightseeing includes Wat Pho, the dazzling Grand Palace and a stroll through Chinatown. Later, take to the Chao Phraya River
Day 3 : Bridge Over the River Kwai
Enjoy the Damnoen Saduak Floating Market and the bizarre Railway Track Market before heading to Kanchanaburi. Stop at the bridge on the River Kwai and visit the Thai-Burmese Railway Museum.
Day 4 : Kanchanaburi
Drive to Hellfire Pass and visit the fascinating museum before a short walk. Step aboard an old locomotive to travel along a section of the Death Railway, passing through the Kwai Gorge. Return to Bangkok in the afternoon.
Day 5 : Ayutthaya
A sacred city and former royal capital, Ayutthaya today is a crumbled kingdom that has retained its bygone splendour. Return to Bangkok and fly to Chiang Rai.
Day 6 : Golden Triangle
Transfer to the area known as the Golden Triangle. Take a return boat ride on the Mekong over the border into Laos and visit Don Sao Island. Return to Chiang Rai and explore the market this evening.
Day 7 : Mae Salong Mountain
Travel to Mae Salong Mountain, known for its tea plantations. Enjoy a Yunnanese lunch before visiting Doi Tung Palace and Mae Fah Luang Garden.
Day 8 : Hmong Hilltribe Lodge
Explore the striking White Temple before continuing to the Chiang Mai province. Spend tonight at Hmong Hilltribe Lodge, operated by Hmong villagers. Enjoy dinner and a Hmong folklore performance.
Day 9 : Chiang Mai
Depart for Mae Daeng and a leisurely bamboo rafting trip on the Mae Daang River. Visit Wiang Kum Kam and enjoy a walking tour of Chiang Mai.
Day 10 : Elephant Sanctuary
Spend the day at an ethical elephant sanctuary and retirement centre, where you can meet, feed and care for these rescued and elderly residents.
Day 11 : Wat Doi Suthep
Learn to cook traditional Thai cuisine and enjoy your lunch. Drive 1 hour to Wat Doi Suthep where you will have the option of climbing the Naga staircase, or catch the cable car to visit the exquisite golden pagoda. Enjoy dinner while watching a performance of traditional song and dance.
Day 12 : Depart Chiang Mai
Following breakfast, transfer to the airport for your return or onward flight.
