Highlights of Thailand from Bangkok to Phuket
Nestled in the heart of Southeast Asia, Thailand captivates travelers with its blend of storied history, vibrant culture, and tropical escapes. Your journey begins in the neon-lit metropolis of Bangkok where you’ll marvel at the glittering Grand Palace and the sacred serenity of Wat Pho. From there, step back in time among the historic landmarks of Kanchanaburi and the ancient ruins of Ayutthaya. Heading north, you will encounter the traditions of local hill tribe villages and bond with majestic Thai elephants in their natural habitat. To conclude your adventure, swap the jungle for the coast and unwind on the sun-soaked, turquoise shores of Phuket.
Services
Included:
- 11 nights accommodation in preferred hotel category
- Daily breakfast & meals as per the itinerary
- Activities & admission fees to sites as per the itinerary
- Private transfers as per the itinerary
- Flights Bangkok - Chiang Rai, Chiang Mai - Phuket
- One bottle of drinking water per person per day
- Service charges
Excluded:
- International flights
- Any meals & drinks not mentioned in the itinerary
- Any activities not mentioned in the itinerary
- Visa fees
- Tips & gratuities
- Travel insurance
- Personal expenses
- Excess baggage charge
Optional:
- Speak to your local expert if there's an experience that you'd really love to include in your trip
Itinerary at a Glance
Bangkok
Say Hello to Thailand
Colorful Flower And Vegetable Market - Grand Palace - Wat Arun
Sightseeing in Bangkok
Bangkok - Kanchanaburi
Floating Market en Route
Kanchanaburi - Ayutthaya
War History of the Death Railway
Ayutthaya - Bangkok - Chiang Rai
Glorious History of Ayutthaya
Chiang Rai
Adventure to Golden Triangle
Chiang Rai - Chiang Mai
The Blue and the White Temple
Chiang Mai - Encounter Thai Elephants
Encounter Thai Elephants
Chiang Mai - Phuket
Fly to the Tropical Island of Phuket
Phuket
Soak up the Beach and Water Activities
Phuket
Soak up the Beach and Water Activities
Phuket
Goodbye Thailand!
Detailed Itinerary
Bangkok
Day 1: Say Hello to Thailand
Welcome to Bangkok, the enticing capital of Thailand! Upon arrival, be greeted by a local guide and then take a transfer to your hotel. The rest of the day is on your own.
Colorful Flower And Vegetable Market - Grand Palace - Wat Arun
Day 2: Sightseeing in Bangkok
Start the morning at a colorful flower and vegetable market, followed by the renowned Grand Palace. Inside, you will see its gold pagodas, impressive mosaic detailing, and various sculptures that guard in front of temples. Have lunch at a local restaurant nearby the palace and then continue with a long-tail boat ride along the canal to explore the rural life in the more peaceful part of Bangkok. You can also appreciate the beautiful Wat Arun from the boat on the river. Round off the day with a visit to Wat Pho, the oldest temple in Bangkok housing the 46-meter-long reclining Buddha statue.
Bangkok - Kanchanaburi
Day 3: Floating Market en Route
After the exploration in Bangkok, proceed to Kanchanaburi.
On the way, stop and ride a wooden boat to enter the famous Damnoen Saduak Floating Market. it is a great place to learn about the locals' way of life and also take some great photos.
Kanchanaburi - Ayutthaya
Day 4: War History of the Death Railway
Kanchanaburi, the location of the Death Railway, will take you back into the past and pay remembrance to the grueling history of World War Ⅱ. Visit the Hellfire Pass Museum to walk along the carved rock trail and listen to the survivors describe their hardship and work experiences through audio recordings. Make a stopover at Krasae Cave, a shelter for Allied Prisoners of War during the construction of the Death Railway. From here, you can enjoy the beautiful scenery over the River Kwai. Take some time before heading to Ayutthaya for the night.
Ayutthaya - Bangkok - Chiang Rai
Day 5: Glorious History of Ayutthaya
Founded in 1350, Ayutthaya was the second capital of the Siamese Kingdom. Nowadays, you can still get an idea of its past splendor through its remains – the Historic City of Ayutthaya.
Go back to Bangkok for a late afternoon flight to Chiang Rai. Upon arrival, a local tour guide waiting at the airport will escort you to your hotel.
Chiang Rai
Day 6: Adventure to Golden Triangle
Set out for Doi Tung Mountain to learn about the Royal Project, a non-profit organization started by the Princess Mother to aid to turned the deforested and damaged mountain into a green paradise.
Chiang Rai - Chiang Mai
Day 7: The Blue and the White Temple
After breakfast, depart for Wat Rong Seua Ten, better known as the Blue Temple since its sapphire blue color. Then visit a local mountain tribe village and enjoy a short long-tail boat along the Mae Kok River, followed by the stunning Wat Rong Khun (White Temple). Afterward, drive to Chiang Mai for some rest.
Chiang Mai - Encounter Thai Elephants
Day 8: Encounter Thai Elephants
Join in a group tour today, visiting Baan Chang Elephant Park. At the park, you can spend as much time as possible with gentle elephants. Feeding, roaming, touching, and playing with them. You will also learn about the background, health care, and behavior of these giants.
Chiang Mai - Phuket
Day 9: Fly to the Tropical Island of Phuket
Enjoy a leisurely morning and then fly to Phuket. On arrival, take a private transfer to your hotel for some rest.
Phuket
Day 10: Soak up the Beach and Water Activities
Phuket, Thailand's largest and best-known island, is a tropical dream destination for everyone to discover. The following days are free for you to enjoy this island at your own pace. You can join in various water activities like swimming or just sunbathe on the white-sandy beach.
Phuket
Day 11: Soak up the Beach and Water Activities
Enjoy the day at leisure. You can also participate in some optional day trips with a surcharge, like the full-day tour to Phi Phi Island & Khai Island by speedboat or the full-day tour to James Bond Island & nature canoe by speedboat. Apart from many water activities, the island itself is also worth a visit.
Phuket
Day 12: Goodbye Thailand!
Time to say goodbye to Thailand. At the appointed time, transfer to the airport for your international flight back home.
