Thailand Treasures
per person
In Bangkok, the āVenice of the Eastā, travel the rivers and klongs by longtail boat as you visit its many extravagant palaces and temples. In Chiangmai explore the colourful crafts and night markets, ride an elephant, visit hill tribe people, and raft down gentle flowing…
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Destination
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Dress Code
Casual. Comfortable athletic clothing, hiking shoes, hat, light jacket.
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Day 1 Arrive Bangkok
On arrival we meet and transfer you to the hotel. Balance of day is at leisure. Golden Tulip Mandison Suites (3 nights)
Accommodation: Golden Tulip Mandison Suites
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Day 2 Bangkok
We board a boat this morning to tour Bangkokās busy Klongs (canals) and visit the beautiful Temple of Dawn. Disembark at the Grand Palace complex where we visit exotic Buddhist temples, many Royal buildings as well as the Temple of the Emerald Buddha. After lunch we will see Wat Po, the Reclining Buddha.
Included Meals: BL
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Day 3 Damnern Sauak-Bangkok
After a short drive from the city, hop into a long-tailed boat and travel past stilt houses to see the Damnern Saduak floating market. Relax this afternoon back in Bangkok or take an optional tour (at additional cost) to learning Thai cooking in a local home setting.
Included Meals: B
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Day 4 Arrive Chiangmai
After a short morning flight arrive in Chiangmai where we meet and transfer you to our hotel. The balance of the day is at leisure. On optional excursion explores rural life as we visit a farming village, take a cruise on the Mae Ping River to see a local market before riding in a trishaw to see some of Chiangmai's ancient sites. Centara Duangtawan Hotel (3 nights)
Accommodation: Centara Duangtawan Hotel
Included Meals: B
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Days 5 Chiangmai & Area
During your stay here we take you to the 600-year old Doi Suthep temple complex with panoramic views of the surrounding mountains and countryside, as well as tour the local handicraft area where you will see silk weaving, visit a parasol-making village, and watch lacquer ware and teak production. Next day we visit the Diang Dao Elephant Camp and see them enjoy their morning bath, watch how they are trained to work in the teak forests before riding one through the jungle to visit a Lisu hill tribe village. After lunch in camp we float down the Ping River on bamboo rafts (conditions permitting), passing many hill tribe villages.
Included Meals: BL
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Days 6 Chiangmai & Area
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Day 7 Arrive Phuket
After breakfast, fly south to Phuket where we will meet and transfer you to your hotel. The balance of the day is at leisure. Patong Paragon Resort & Spa (3 nights)
Accommodation: Patong Paragon Resort & Spa
Included Meals: B
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Days 8 Phuket
Enjoy 2 full days to relax and enjoy the beautiful surroundings of fabled Phuket with its pure white beaches edging the turquoise Andaman Sea.
Included Meals: B
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Days 9 Phuket
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Day 10 Arrive Bangkok
Today we return by air Bangkok for a final night in Thailand. The balance of the day and evening is at leisure. Tonight there is an optional dinner at the famous Seafood Market and Restaurant where we choose our own ingredients for an amazing seafood dinner. Golden Tulip Mandison Suites.
Accommodation: Golden Tulip Mandison Suites
Included Meals: B
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Day 11 Depart Bangkok
Today we transfer you the airport in time for your homebound or onward flight.
Included Meals: B
Inclusions | Not Included |
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Meet & greet on arrival | International & domestic airfares |
Round-trip airport transfers | Departure taxes |
Accommodation as described (or similar) | Meals not indicated |
Ground transportation | Gratuities |
Sightseeing as indicated inclusive of entrance | Items of a personal nature |
Meals as described by BLD | Entry visa fees & travel insurance |
Local taxes & service charges | |
Services of professional English-speaking guides |