Fascinating Thailand

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Thailand is a renowned beach destination, but our specialists know there’s far more to it than its palm-fringed sands. Having journeyed the breadth of the country, they can advise you on the best places to visit, based on your preferences, to get the most out of your holiday to Thailand. Inland, you’ll find temples in the shape of Isaan’s Khmer complexes and...
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Overview

Trip type
Private Guided
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Full schedule

What's this trip about?

    Thailand is a renowned beach destination, but our specialists know there’s far more to it than its palm-fringed sands. Having journeyed the breadth of the country, they can advise you on the best places to visit, based on your preferences, to get the most out of your holiday to Thailand. Inland, you’ll find temples in the shape of Isaan’s Khmer complexes and the UNESCO-protected ancient capital of Siam at Sukhothai as well as, from more recent history, the Bridge on the River Kwai. National parks foster elephants and gibbons, and hills preserve rich tribal cultures. There are also the cities, which provide a route into exploring Thailand’s food, such as the street markets in Chiang Mai and cooking classes in Bangkok. Along the coast, you’ll find sleepy villages where you can watch local fishermen bringing in the day’s catch, while limestone islands rising from the sea make the focal points for rewarding cruises.

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Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeIntimate group - 12 max
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CityBangkok
End CityBangkok

Travel Themes

  • National Parks
  • Nature & Wildlife
  • Relaxing Retreats

Destinations

Activities

  • History
  • Nature
  • Relaxing Retreat
  • Trekking

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Itinerary

Day 1 : International outbound flight

Today you begin your journey by boarding your international outbound flight to Bangkok.

Day 2 : Bangkok

On arrival at Bangkok Airport you will be met by your guide and transferred to your boutique hotel located in a peaceful area of Bangkok's bustling city.

Day 3 : Bangkok

Thailand is a country renowned for its food. This morning you will have the perfect introduction with a guided food tour of Bangkok's street vendors, small shops and markets. You will have the chance to try some of Thailand's famous dishes, experience the different tastes and flavours and learn some words that may help you for the rest your holiday e.g. not spicy!

Day 4 : Bangkok

Today you will have a private guided tour of Bangkok visiting the capital's key attractions such as the Grand Palace and Wat Po (home to the reclining Buddha). You will use Bangkok's different forms of public transport - the Skytrain which winds its way through the sk...

Day 5 : Amphawa

The countryside around Bangkok is home to a number of fascinating markets. With your guide you will visit the famous railway market approximately 1 hour from Bangkok where vendors sell their produce and goods alongside a working railway-line. You will then continue on...

Day 6 : Kui Buri

This morning you will be transferred to the Kui Buri National Park. This is arguably the best place to see Thailand's national animal, the elephant, in the wild. Joining a local ranger you will have a jeep tour in the National Park to spot these magnificent creatures....

Day 7 : Kanchanaburi

This morning you will enjoy sunrise over the park at one of the ranger stations before going on a guided tour of the local community to gain an insight into the lives of the local families. Alternatively you could join an early morning trek within the National Park fo...

Day 8 : Kanchanaburi

After seeing elephants in the wild you will now have the chance to learn more about these creatures and get up close to them with a day visit to Elephants World - a sanctuary for sick, old and rescued elephants. In addition to preparing food for the elephants you will help to feed and bathe them, an experience you are unlikely to forget!

Day 9 : Kanchanaburi

The Kanchanaburi area is renowned for its time during the 2nd World War when Allied POWs were used by the Japanese to build the Burma-Thailand Railway. Today you will gain an insight into this history with a private guided tour of the main points of interest: the Thai...

Day 10 : Koh Samet

Today you will be transferred by car and speed-boat to the tropical island of Koh Samet to spend your last 3 nights enjoying the island's sandy beaches and crystal clear waters.

Day 11 : Koh Samet

Day at leisure to relax or enjoy one of the activities on offer in the area. The bays and waters around Koh Samet are renowned for its snorkelling and diving.

Day 12 : Koh Samet

Day at leisure to relax by the hotel's infinity pool or take a boat out for some deep-sea fishing or to end your trip in Thailand with a sunset cruise along the picturesque coastline.

Day 13 : International return flight

This morning a private speedboat will transfer you back to the mainland where a car will be waiting to take you to Bangkok Airport for your onward flight home. Your return flight will arrive the same day.

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Price per day$307
Last Updated: 0/12/2022

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