Independent Thailand: Bangkok, the Beach & Beyond
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Welcome to Thailand! Your hotel is available for mid-afternoon check-in.
• Today’s private guided tour starts with a boat ride through the klongs, Bangkok’s famous canals. • Next, stop at Wat Arun, the Temple of the Dawn, whose 260-foot-tall spire has become identified with Bangkok. • Continue to the Grand Palace, comprised of the...
• Today is free to explore this extraordinary city.
(Breakfast) Today's I-Time Tips Enjoy a full day at leisure for your own discoveries. You may consider a visit to Jim Thompson’s House, a dinner cruise on the Chao Phraya River, or an excursion to the vibrant Damnoen Saduak floating market.
• Today, fly to Chiang Rai, gateway to Thailand’s Golden Triangle and hill tribe culture.
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• Today’s private guided tour starts with a traditional longtail boat ride on the Kok River. • Enjoy breathtaking vistas as you journey to Doi Mae Salong to visit a tea plantation. • Continue through the countryside to visit several fascinating hill tribes including the Yao, Lisu, and Akha, known for gorgeous headdresses decorated with silver coins.
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• Drive north to visit the Hall of Opium, built to educate people on the history of opium in the area and proactively address the illegal drug issues through multimedia interactive displays and exhibits. • Stop at the Golden Triangle viewpoint, where the border...
• Start your morning with a visit to the stunning Wat Rong Khun, also known as the White Temple. This unique masterpiece blends traditional Buddhist design with contemporary elements, a stark contrast to other temples in Thailand. Then, drive to Chiang Mai, known as the “Rose of the North.”
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• This morning, travel out of the city to visit Elephant Nature Park, established in the 1990’s to provide a sanctuary for rescued and orphaned elephants. You will hear the personal stories of the elephants and see how they became a proud herd and free from abu...
• Today, your private guided sightseeing tour takes you to the walled part of the city for the revered Buddha at Wat Phra Singh. • You’ll also visit Wat Doi Suthep, a temple tucked away in the mountains. For the final ascent to the temple, you can take a tram c...
• Today, fly to Phuket, Thailand’s most popular beach area. Transfer to your beachfront resort.
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• Enjoy a full day at your leisure.
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Today's I-Time Tips Consider a trip to the Phi Phi Islands, a Thai cooking class, explore Phuket Town, or simply relax on the beach.
• Enjoy another full day at your leisure.
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Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning.
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Eastin Grand Hotel Sathorn
Eastin Grand Hotel Sathorn Bangkok is centrally located in the popular Sathorn district. It is unique in being the only hotel in Bangkok with its own direct access to the BTS Sky Train system at Surasak Station literally bringing the city to your doorstep. The hotel has three dining options and bar plus many other amenities including gym and a rooftop pool. Superior Sky rooms are equipped with all the amenities for a comfortable stay and offer fantastic views of Bangkok.
Bangkok
Thailand
33/1 South Sathorn Road, Yannawa, Sathorn
Riverie by Katathani
The Dusit Island Resort is situated on its own island in the Mae Kok River, close to central Chiang Rai. Spectacular views of the river or the resort¿s tropical gardens are available from every guest room, which feature decor and furnishings that reflect the rich ethnic and cultural diversity of Northern Thailand. With world-class leisure facilities, the resort offers the ideal getaway for all types of travelers.
Chiang Rai
Thailand
1129 Kraisorasit Rd, Tambol Vieng
Ratilanna Riverside Spa Resort
This boutique resort has a great location close to the city center and captures the essence of the Lanna people with subtle architectural details and inspiring interior decor.
Chiang Mai
Thailand
33 Chang Klan Road
Dusit Thani Laguna Phuket
Set on the white sands of Bang Tao beach, The Dusit Thani Laguna Phuket is surrounded by lush gardens, 2 inland lagoons and overlooks the glittering Andaman Ocean. The resort offers an outdoor pool, open air bar and 4 international restaurants.
Phuket
Thailand
390 Moo1 Srisoontorn Road
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