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Get to explore the most sought after destinations in the world, Thailand, with our Thailand
vacation packages. This tour will allow you to stretch your eyes and add as many of the
experience like a visit to the gorgeous temples, majestic places, beautiful statues of Buddha,
and yes, unlocking the culture of Thailand, is the major highlight of our Thailand travel
packages. Explore the other aspects of this beautiful enigma, because Thailand will lure you
into its celestial world. Select our Thailand tour packages for an insightful exploration to the
best of Thailand temples, local markets and much more.
Wat Traimit, houses the world's largest massive gold seated Buddha weighing five and
a half tons.
Temple of the Reclining Buddha, covered in gold leaf in largest temple complexes and a
great place to get a traditional Thai massage.
Grand Palace, located on the banks of the Chao Phyraya river is a dazilling city
landmark and venue of royal and state functions.
Ayutthaya, an archaeological site that contains palaces, Buddhist temples, monasteries
and statues.
`Phra Buddha Shinnarach’, the most beautiful Buddha image in Thailand.
Sukhothai Historical Park, known as `Dawn of Happiness’ was the first capital city of
Thailand and now a world heritage site.
Kwan Payao, the largest permanent picturesque freshwater lake.
Rong Khun Temple or The White Temple, a national landmark and the most beautiful
and recognizable temples in the country.
Experience the traditional offering of food to the barefoot Buddhist monks.
Trip to the Elephant Camp, where see how elephants are trained for working with
humans, and also enjoy the elephant shows.
Tour Description
Tour Highlights
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DAY 1 : Arrive Bangkok
Upon arrival at the airport, you will be met by our tour representative, and transferred to the hotel.
After check in, you are free at leisure to relax on your own.
Overnight: Bangkok
DAY 2 : City and Temple Tour - The Royal Grand Palace and the Emerald
Buddha
After breakfast at the hotel you begin your sightseeing tour. Your tour begins at Wat Traimit, the
temple of the Golden Buddha; the 900 - year - old, five - and - a - half - ton solid gold image. After
this, you continue on to visit Wat Arun, better known as the Temple of the Dawn, which is one of the
best known landmarks and most published landmarks of Bangkok. Next, you will visit Wat Po, the
largest and oldest temple in Bangkok, and also the temple holding the largest single Buddha image;
the Reclining Buddha (Phra Buddhasaiyas). This temple is also known as the birthplace of Thai
traditional massage. We then go for lunch at a local restaurant, after which, we continue on to visit
Tour Itinerary
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some of the most famous tourist spots in Bangkok; the Royal Grand Palace and the Emerald Buddha.
The Grand Palace adjoins Wat Phra Kaew in a common compound, and is where you will end up
after exiting Wat Phra Kaew. Despite the proximity of the two, there is a distinct contrast in style
between the very Thai Wat Phra Kaew and the more European inspired designs of the Grand Palace.
After this we return to the hotel and you are free at leisure.
Overnight: Bangkok
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 3 : Bangkok - Ayutthaya
After breakfast, we check out of the hotel in Bangkok, after which we head to Ayutthaya to visit the
Bang Pa-In Summer Palace; beautifully decorated in both the traditional Chinese and European
styles. From here, a long-tail boat journey takes you up the Chao Phraya River to inner Ayutthaya to
explore the temple ruins within and surrounding the Ayutthaya Historical Park. Among the “must-
see” attractions in Thailand are the palaces, temple ruins and historical sites of Ayutthaya. This
former capital of Thailand is situated 90 km north of Bangkok. The principal sights include the
gigantic bronze statues of Wat Mongkol Borpith, Wat Phra Srisanpetch and Wat Yai Chai Mongkol. A
traditional Thai long-tail boat will transport guests between sites, and this tour also includes a boat
trip to Bang Pa-In, a former Royal Summer Residence, which represents a fine example of Thai
architecture. Lunch will also be served during this tour. Afterwards, we transfer to the hotel and you
are free at leisure.
Overnight: Ayutthaya
Meals: Breakfast
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DAY 4 : Ayutthaya - Lopburi - Sukhothai (By land)
After breakfast, check out of the hotel in Ayutthaya and drive to Lopburi. This city was used as a
second capital during the reign of King Narai the Great. Today we will bring you to Monkey House
(the shrine of the city), and then proceed to Prang Sam Yot (the three Khmer Prang) that are the
symbols of Lopburi city. Lunch will be at a local restaurant before we continue our drive to visit Wat
Phra Sri Rattana Mahathat, the most sacred temple in Pitsanulok which houses the shrine of King
Naresuan the Great, most well-known in Thailand for his victories over the invasions of the Burmese
. In the temple area you will see the most beautiful Buddha image in Thailand called “Phra Buddha
Shinnarach”, in the beautiful and graceful design of Sukhothai art. Walking around the temple area
you will see more Buddha images and have the time to enjoy taking photos, after which we continue
to your hotel in Sukhothai. After check-in, you are free to relax on your own. In the evening you can
drive to the town for your dinner if you wish.
Overnight: Sukhothai
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 5 : Sukhothai - Sri Satchanalai - Lampang
After breakfast, we will visit the Sukhothai Historical Park or the first capital of Thailand. Founded in
the 13th century, Sukhothai (which literally means Dawn of Happiness) was the first truly
independent Thai kingdom, which enjoyed a golden age under King Ramkhamhaeng, who was also
credited with creating the Thai alphabet. The superb temples and monuments of this great city have
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been lovingly restored in the Sukhothai Historical Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a must-
see for all travelers. Lunch at a local restaurant before continuing on to Sri Satchanalai Historical
Park, located on the banks of the Yom River at Tambon Muang Kao, Si Satchanalai county, only 55
km from the town of Sukhothai. The ancient town, formerly called “Muang Chaliang”, was named
“Sri Satchanalai” during the Phra Ruang Dynasty when a new administrative center was established
to replace Chaliang. This ancient town occupied more than 320 hectares (800 acres) of land. Of this,
the 91-hectare (288 acres) area within the old laterite ramparts and the city moat is the sightseeing
focus in the historical park. After this, we proceed to Lampang for your overnight stay.
Overnight: Lampang
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 6 : Lampang - Payao - Chiang Rai (Approx 4 Hrs)
After breakfast, check out of the hotel and then drive to visit Phrathat Lampang Luang Temple; the
finest northern temple and best presentation of the Lanna style architecture. After this, we will
explore the town using the town’s unique and colorful horse carriages. We will also visit Baan Sao
Nuk a 150-year-old teak house in the northern Thai style, and Wat Phra Kaew Don Tao, where the
famous Emerald Buddha was enshrined for 32 years (from A.D. 1436 to 1468). Later on, we proceed
to Chiang Rai.
En-route we will stop at Kwan Payao, the largest permanent freshwater lake (1,980 ha), fringed to
the south and west by approximately 3,000 ha of rice paddies to the south and west, and with a
marshy area and some old oxbows (c.300 ha) at the northern end where the Nam Mae Ing empties
into the lake. There is also some inflow from the Mae Tam which empties into the lake from the
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south. The eastern shore of the lake is largely built up, and the town of Phayao lies near the
southeast corner. The lake empties to the east, via the Nam Mae lag, into the Mekong. The water
level is controlled by a sluice gate and a spillway; the mean depth is 1.7m, and the pH varies from
6.0-9.1. Kwan Phayao is one of the largest semi-natural wetlands in northern Thailand. Lunch at a
local restaurant before proceeding to Chiang Rai. Free at leisure after check in. Overnight in Chiang
Rai.
Overnight: Chiang Rai
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 7 : Chiang Rai - Full-day City and Temple Tour
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After breakfast you will meet your guide and transfer onwards for your visit to Wat Phra Kaew,
where the Emerald Buddha image was once enshrined. The temple now houses a jade Buddha
image which was made to commemorate the 90th birthday of the late Princess Mother. We will also
visit Wat Phra Singha where the famous Buddha image housed here is believed to have been built in
157 A.D. in Sri Lanka or Ceylon, and brought to Thailand in the Sukhothai period (1238-1438). We
then continue on to visit the Hill-tribe Museum and Education Center, built with the intention of
teaching people about the hill tribes and strengthening their position in Thai society. The center
exhibits local crafts, all of which are for sale, and also provides information through slideshows.
Continue on to the extremely beautiful Rong Khun Temple (the White Temple), designed by a
famous national artist. The main temple building is a striking white which shines in the sun, and is
decorated with fragments of reflective glass which can be seen from afar. After this, we transfer
back to hotel where you are free at leisure.
Overnight: Chiang Rai
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 8 : Chiang Rai - Chiang Mai (Approx 5 Hrs)
Free After check-out you will meet your guide and begin the drive to the Mae Sai border. This is not
only the largest border in Thailand, but is also used as an important gateway to Tha Khi Lek, a border
city of Myanmar, the mystic country (Tourists pay an immigration fee of 500 THB per person; please
take care of this fee yourselves). We continue on to the Golden Triangle where the three borders of
Laos – Myanmar – Thailand meet. Later on, visit the Hall of Opium, where you can study how the
opium was delivered commercially in the old days. Then we transfer to Chiang Mai in the evening.
You are free at leisure after check-in.
Overnight: Chiang Mai
Meals: Breakfast
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DAY 9 : Chiang Mai Full-day Temple and City Tour
Early this morning, at 6:15 am, you will be picked up from your hotel to experience the traditional
offering of food to the Buddhist monks. This is a daily ritual and can be a very beautiful experience.
Join the locals during the daily alms-offering ceremony. This is a serene Buddhist procession where
hundreds of monks walk barefoot through the street collecting food. Next, you will drive to the Doi
Suthep Temple which is on top of a mountain. In the morning is the best time to visit this temple
while the beams of sunrise brighten the Golden Pagoda. Then transfer back to the hotel.
This afternoon, you will drive around the Old City to see city’s moat and old city wall ruins. We start
the afternoon temple tour with Wat Chiang Man, the oldest temple, which probably dates back to
1296. The temple was the residence of King Mengrai, who founded Chiang Mai, and it is noteworthy
for its chedi supported by rows of elephantine buttresses. Next, we visit Chedi Luang Temple, where
the great chedi which was built at the end of 14th century is located. Even though it was destroyed
in an earthquake in 1545, it was to remain the tallest structure in Chiang Mai till today. Then, we visit
Wat Phra Singh, which was built in the year 1345. This temple contains marvelous examples of Lanna
art, including a Lanna style viharn and the finest scripture repository of its type in the north. After
this, continue with a visit Wat Suan Dok, which means ‘field of flowers’. This temple is one of the first
temples with a large viharn, or prayer hall. This chapel is unusual not only for its size, but also for the
fact that it is open on the sides rather than being totally enclosed. We then continue to Warorote
Market, the biggest local market in Chiang Mai, which sells everything from clothes and textiles to
fruits, herbs, flowers, vegetables, insects and even fireworks. Afterwards, we transfer back to the
hotel.
Overnight: Chiang Mai
Meals: Breakfast
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DAY 10 : Full Day at the Elephant Camp
After having breakfast at the hotel, we embark on our trip to the Elephant Camp where you will see
the elephants at work in the jungle areas, see how the elephants are trained for working with
humans, and enjoy the elephant shows. Lunch will be served at the elephant camp. In the afternoon,
enjoy the local hand-crafted bamboo rafting along the Mae Taeng river. Return to Chiang Mai and
have a stop at the beautiful Orchid Nursery. Transfer to your hotel.
Overnight: Chiang Mai
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 11 : Chiang Mai Departure
After breakfast, you will meet your guide and transfer to the airport for your onward flights.
Meals: Breakfast
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Includes:
02 Nights Accommodation in Bangkok
01 Night Accommodation in Ayutthaya
01 Night Accommodation in Sukhothai
01 Night Accommodation in Lampang
03 Nights Accommodation in Chiang Mai
02 Nights Accommodation in Chiang Rai
Daily Breakfast
Sightseeing tours & transfers as stated
English speaking licensed tour guide
Does not include:
Domestic & International Airfare
Expenses of a personal nature
Tips & porterage
Visa fee & handling services
Any sightseeing not mentioned in inclusions
Anything not specifically mentioned in the inclusions
What you’ll get
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City Nights 4 Star Hotels
Bangkok 2 Novotel Fenix Silom Hotel / Or Similar
Ayutthaya 1 Kantary Hotel Ayutthaya / Or Similar
Sukhothai 1 Legendha Sukhothai / Or Similar
Lampang 1 Lampang River Lodge / Or Similar
Chiang Rai 2 Le Patta / Or Similar
Chiang Mai 3 Rimping Village / Or Similar
2019 (All prices are per person in USD.)
Month Dates Twin / Double / Triple Sharing Single Supplement
July 2019 10 US$ 2761 US$ 736
August 2019 14 US$ 2761 US$ 736
September 2019 18 US$ 2761 US$ 736
October 2019 23 US$ 2761 US$ 736
November 2019 06 US$ 2941 US$ 799
December 2019 04 US$ 2941 US$ 799
Where you'll Stay
Dates & Rates
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2020 (All prices are per person in USD.)
Month Dates Twin / Double / Triple Sharing Single Supplement
January 2020 22 US$ 2941 US$ 799
February 2020 19 US$ 2941 US$ 799
March 2020 04 US$ 2941 US$ 799
April 2020 15 US$ 2941 US$ 799
May 2020 06 US$ 2861 US$ 749
June 2020 10 US$ 2861 US$ 749
July 2020 15 US$ 2861 US$ 749
August 2020 19 US$ 2861 US$ 749
September 2020 23 US$ 2861 US$ 749
October 2020 14 US$ 2861 US$ 749