10-day immersive snapshot of Thailand

Bangkok

Day 1: Welcome to "The Land of Smiles"

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

Wat Pho - Grand Palace - Wat Arun

Day 2: Discover Metropolitan Bangkok

Start the morning at Wat Pho, hearing the serene chants of the monks before marveling at the 46-meter-long reclining Buddha statue. Take a tuk-tuk ride via Pak Khlong Talat flower market to the Grand Palace, an enormous complex of temples and royal residences.

Have lunch at a local restaurant nearby the palace and then continue with a long-tailed boat tour to explore the peaceful part of Bangkok where people live in houses on stilts and still travel by boat along the canals. Round off the day with the stunning sunset of Wat Arun from the boat on the river.

Maeklong Railway Market - Damnoen Saduak Floating Market

Day 3: Explore Vibrant Local Markets

After a day of temple hopping, it's time to experience the vibrant local markets. The first stop is the Maeklong Railway Market, unique for it's located right on the top of a railway line and trains run right through the market a few times per day.

Next, 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 a great place for photo shooting. Have lunch at a local restaurant and take some time to walk around the market before returning to the hotel.

Bangkok - Chiang Mai

Day 4: Flight to Chiang Mai

Fly to Chiang Mai in the morning. On arrival, a new tour guide waiting at the airport will lead you to visit Wat Chedi Luang. It's famous for once housing the Emerald Buddha, one of the most important religious relics in Thailand. Afterward, visit Wat Phra Singh in classic Lanna style. Finally, climb hundreds of steps up to Wat Phrathat Doi Suthep for a panoramic view of the city

Chiang Mai - Baan Chang Elephant Park

Day 5: Befriend Gentle 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 6: Cook traditional Northern Thai Cuisine

This morning, a 45-min drive will take you to a traditional Lanna family in an authentic Thai neighborhood. You will see traditional Thai architecture built from teak wood, stroll through the orchard and herb garden that is filled with typical Thai herbs and organic vegetables for cooking, and then join the family in preparing a homemade meal for lunch. After that, proceed to the airport for your flight to Phuket. Once touchdown, take a private transfer to your hotel for some rest.

Phuket

Day 7: Take in the Natural Beauty of Phuket

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 8: Chance to Discover the Colorful Marine Life

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.

Phuket

Day 9: Soak up the Sun at the Beach

Enjoy the day at leisure. Apart from many water activities, the island itself is also worth a visit. Climb to the Big Buddha, an iconic 45-meter tall white marble statue sitting at the top of Nakkerd hill. Walk along the old Sino-Portuguese streets of Old Phuket Town and try some local snacks in its night markets.

Phuket - Bangkok

Day 10: Say Goodbye to Thailand

Time to say goodbye to Thailand. At the appointed time, fly back to Bangkok to connect your international flight home.