Heart of Thailand tour

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Experience Wat Pho and the Grand Palace before the crowds. Visit the traditional markets of Amphawa and stay in the Mae Klong delta. Visit the Bridge on the River Kwai and explore the beautiful scenery of Kanchanaburi. Take a Kermit tuk tuk around the ancient temples of old Siam. Relax on the island of Koh Samet.
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Overview

Trip type
Private Guided
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Full schedule

What's this trip about?

    Experience Wat Pho and the Grand Palace before the crowds. Visit the traditional markets of Amphawa and stay in the Mae Klong delta. Visit the Bridge on the River Kwai and explore the beautiful scenery of Kanchanaburi. Take a Kermit tuk tuk around the ancient temples of old Siam. Relax on the island of Koh Samet.

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Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeIntimate group - 12 max
Age rangeNo age restrictions
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Travel Themes

  • Cultural
  • Nature & Wildlife
  • National Parks

Destinations

Activities

  • Culture
  • Nature
  • Swimming

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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

Your guide will be waiting for you at Bangkok Airport and will accompany you on your private transfer to your boutique hotel located on the banks of the Chao Phrya River.

Day 3 : Bangkok

This morning your guide will collect you to visit the temple complex of Wat Pho ahead of the crowds to experience the monks' fascinating early morning chanting ritual. After this uplifting experience your guide will take you on a private tour of the temple grounds and the famous Reclining Buddha before taking you on a tour of the Grand Palace, Thailand's most important landmark.

Day 4 : Amphawa

Having explored the key sights of Bangkok yesterday, today you will head to the pretty town of Amphawa, a journey of around one and a half hours. This area is famous for its authentic floating markets and traditional ways of life. Your guide will accompany you on thi...

Day 5 : Kanchanaburi

Today you will continue your journey to Kanchanaburi, a journey of approximately two hours. This 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. You will gain an insight into this h...

Day 6 : Kanchanaburi

After breakfast you will be driven to the Erawan National Park to take in the natural beauty of the Erawan Falls with its spectacular seven-tiered waterfall. Make sure you bring your swimming costume if you fancy a dip!

Day 7 : Ayutthaya

Today you will head onto Ayuthaya with your guide, a journey of around two to three hours. Ayuthaya was once the capital of the Kingdom of Siam and is now home to atmospheric ruins and ancient temples.Using the area's infamous "Kermit" tuk-tuk transport, your guide wi...

Day 8 : Koh Samet

The beach part of your holiday starts today. Your guide will join you for your private transfer to the pier where you will catch you boat across to Koh Samet. The whole journey will take around four hours.Koh Samet is a small peaceful island located within the Gulf of Thailand. It has beautiful white sandy beaches and is a great place to relax before heading home.

Day 9 : Koh Samet

Le Vimarn Cottages is a charming small hotel, located on the tropical slopes of a cove overlooking a peaceful small bay. Your day will be at leisure to relax and enjoy your beautiful setting.

Day 10 : Koh Samet

Day at leisure. You may like to take advantage of your hotel's spa or take a fishing boat out around the island.

Day 11 : Koh Samet

Today will be your last day by the beach before you head home.

Day 12 : International return flight

You will be transferred by speedboat to the mainland where a private vehicle will be waiting to take you back to Bangkok Airport in time for your international flight home. Your return flight will arrive the same day.

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Dates & Availability

Price From $3,967
Price per day$331
Last Updated: 1/12/2022

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