Thailand & the Islands (May–Sept)

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Experience everything Thailand has to offer, from spicy street noodles, peaceful Buddhist temples, night markets in Chiang Mai and pristine islands like Koh Samet. Boasting the perfect mixture of sightseeing, cultural immersion and beach time, this is Southeast Asia the way it was meant to be seen.
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Overview

Trip type
Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

    • Spend four nights on the picturesque Thai Islands
    • Cruise the islands on a full-day speedboat excursion
    • Chill with Asian elephants, up close and personal
    • Experience the nightlife of in Bangkok, Chiang Mai and the Islands
    • Do some shopping via boat Bangkok’s floating markets
    • Chat with a monk for greater insight into Buddhism

What's this trip about?

    Experience everything Thailand has to offer, from spicy street noodles, peaceful Buddhist temples, night markets in Chiang Mai and pristine islands like Koh Samet. Boasting the perfect mixture of sightseeing, cultural immersion and beach time, this is Southeast Asia the way it was meant to be seen.

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Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeStandard Group - 25 + people
Age range18 to 28 years
Flights and transportRound trip airfare and all internal transport included
Start CityBangkok
End CityBangkok

Travel Themes

  • Cultural
  • Education / Learning
  • National Parks
  • Nature & Wildlife

Destinations

  • Asia
  • Thailand

Attractions

  • Chiang Mai

Activities

  • Culture
  • History
  • Nature

Trip includes

    • Round-trip flights & airport transfers
    • Multilingual Tour Director & local guides
    • Private motorcoach
    • Internal flights
    • 12 nights in hand-picked accommodations
    • Welcome Mixer with appetizers & drinks
    • Daily breakfast & three-course Farewell Dinner
    • Entrance to Ran Tong Elephant Sanctuary, Wat Suan Dok temple, and many more select attractions

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Itinerary

Travel Map

Day 1: Fly to Bangkok

Board your flight; you’re bound for Thailand! It’s a long haul, but will be well worth it once you touch down in Bangkok. For now, sit back, relax and enjoy your flight.

Day 2: Arrive in Bangkok

Welcome to Bangkok! After landing in the late evening, your Tour Director will be waiting for you in the arrivals area. Head to your hotel and call it a night. It all begins tomorrow.

Day 3: Visit the Grand Palace + Welcome Mixer

Immerse yourself in the capital of Thailand. Bangkok’s mixture of modern day norms are juxtaposed with traditions of the old world. As night falls, the energy of the busy city streets turns into world-renowned nightlife.

Today's Highlights:

Drive Ratchad...

Day 4: Explore the Damnoen Saduak Floating Markets + Thai Dinner and Classical Dance Show

Travel about an hour outside of Bangkok by speedboat to the Damnoen Saduak Floating Markets. Here, you’ll find everything from fresh fruits to souvenirs.

Today's Highlights:

Visit a coconut farm, where you’ll taste pure coconut sugar learn about their im...

Day 5: Travel to Phitsanulok via Ayutthaya

Travel north to Phitsanulok, a small city with a booming night market. En route, stop at Ayutthaya, the former capital of Siam and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Today's Highlights:

Explore Ayutthaya with your Tour Director and learn the history of the an...

Day 6: Tour Sukhothai Historical Park + Travel to Chiang Mai

Board your private coach to Sukhothai Historical Park, the ancient capital of Thailand. This UNESCO World Heritage Site spans over three miles and features four beautiful lakes and endless ruins.

Today's Highlights:

Explore the ruins of Sukhothai by foot...

Day 7: Ran Tong Elephant Sanctuary + Chiang Mai Hill Tribes

Spend your morning among gentle giants at the Ran Tong Elephant Sanctuary. Hang out in their natural habit before continuing on to visit the Chiang Mai Hill Tribes.

Today's Highlights:

Learn about the mission of Ran Tong to rescue and care for Asian elep...

Day 8: Monk Chat + Doi Suthep Temple

Immerse yourself in Buddhist culture with a visit to Wat Suan Dok temple and monastery. Reflect in peaceful meditation in the temple, then have the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to speak with a Buddhist monk.

Today's Highlights:

Ask the monk anything at...

Day 9: Travel to Koh Samet

Lounge in the sun on a white sand beach and snorkel in crystal-clear water on Koh Samet, a tiny island that emits the feeling of seclusion and tranquility.

Today's Highlights:

Board your early afternoon flight bound for Rayong

Hop aboard your spee...

Day 10: Experience Koh Samet

Though small, Koh Samet is booming with wildlife and opportunities for water sports. Enjoy a half-day excursion around the island by land and sea.

Today's Highlights:

Tour the island’s hidden coves and beaches with your group

Visit Khao Laem Ya–Mu...

Day 11-12: Free Days in Koh Samet

There is plenty to do on the island of Koh Samet, and the day is yours. Your Tour Director can suggest activities or you can explore on your own.

Free time suggestions:

Treat yourself to a Thai massage. Spas abound throughout Thailand, but where better t...

Day 13: Fly to Bangkok

It’s time to head back to Bangkok for one last day in the Thai capital before your farewell dinner tonight.

Free time suggestions:

Board your two-hour flight back to Bangkok

Revisit your favorite sites or to check off your final to-do’s from your Bangkok bucket list

In the evening, join your group for one last meal together at your farewell dinner

Day 14: Fly Home

It's time to say your goodbyes. Head to the airport for your flight back home. 

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Price From $2,279
Price per day$163
Last Updated: 7/16/2018

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What's excluded

    • Rooming upgrades
    • Optional excursions
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    • Beverages, lunch, and dinner (except where specified in the itinerary)
    • Transportation to free-time activities
    • Customary gratuities (for your Tour Director, bus drivers and local guides)
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    • Expenses caused by airline rescheduling, cancellations or delays caused by the airlines, bad weather or events beyond EF’s control (see Flight Information section for details)
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Cancellation policy

You have 48 hours to cancel and receive a full refund. You can also switch trips up to 99 days before you leave.

The full amount paid upon enrollment is refundable if you cancel in writing within 48 hours of booking the tour. After 48 hours, the deposit is non-refundable and the following standard cancellation fees apply.

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Based on the date EF receives written notification of your cancellation, you will be refunded for monies paid minus the cancellation fee and any non-refundable fees. (See refund and non-refundable Fee description above for more details.) In addition to notifying us of your cancellation in writing, we also recommend you call so that we can best review your options.

Days Prior to Departure and Cancellation Fee

30 days or less is all monies paid

30-60 days will be $2000

61-99 will be $1000

100-364 days is  $450

365+ days will be $150

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Meals Included
  • Welcome Mixer with appetizers & drinks
  • Daily breakfast & three-course Farewell Dinner
Age Requirements
18 to 28 years
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