8 days tour

Thailand Journey National Geographic Journeys

Thailand Journey National Geographic Journeys

This tour includes:

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Transport

Private bus/minivan, tuk tuk, train, boat, plane, walking.

Others

Your Journeys Highlight Moment: Traditional Thai Home Dinner, Chiang Mai Your Journeys Highlight Moment: Meet with Monks, Chiang Mai Your Foodie Moment: Cooking Class, Chiang Mai. Arrival transfer. Entrance to the Thailand-Burma Railway Centre war museum and train ride. Visit to Erawan National Park. Tour at Ayutthaya Historical Park. Dinner on a converted rice barge. Sunset visit to Doi Suthep monastery. Explore Bangkok and take a klong boat ride. Internal flights. All transport between destinations and to/from included activities.

Meals

7 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 2 dinners

Guide

CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout

Accommodation

Hotels (7 nts).

Not included:

Flights

International flights are not included

Insurance

Insurance is not included

Optional

Other activities and services not included

Others

Chiang Mai - Chiang Mai Cycling Tour (30USD per person) - Street Food Walk at Chiang Mai Night Market

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Itinerary of your trip Thailand Journey National Geographic Journeys

  • Day 1 Day 1: Bangkok
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 1: Bangkok

      Arrive at any time; your arrival transfer is included.


      Accommodation:
      - Shanghai Mansion Bangkok (or similar).

      Transport:
      - Airport Transfer 00:45 - 01:30 Hr(s)

      Included Activities:
      - Arrival Day and Welcome Meeting
  • Day 2 Day 2: Bangkok/Kanchanaburi (1B)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 2: Bangkok/Kanchanaburi (1B)

      After breakfast, travel to the city of Kanchanaburi, situated at the convergence of the Khwae Noi and Khwae Yai Rivers. Board a train for a winding journey into World War II history as you cross the bridge made famous by the 1957 film The Bridge on the River Kwai. At the Thailand-Burma Railway Centre, learn about the Burma Railway, constructed by imperial Japanese forces to connect Bangkok and Burma; then visit the nearby Kanchanaburi War Cemetery to see where the prisoners of war who worked on the railway were laid to rest.


      Accommodation:
      - Royal River Kwai Resort (or similar).

      Meals Included:
      - Breakfast

      Transport:
      - Private Vehicle 02:00 - 03:00 Hr(s)

      Included Activities:
      - Bridge on the River Kwai Visit
      - Thai/Burma Railway Centre and Allied War Cemetery Visit
  • Day 3 Day 3: Kanchanaburi/Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya (1B, 1D)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 3: Kanchanaburi/Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya (1B, 1D)

      This morning, hike into the lush landscapes of Erawan National Park, located high in the mist-shrouded Tenasserim Hills. Take a dip in the turquoise pools of the Erawan Fallsโ€”so called because its top tier of cascades resemble the three-headed, mythological elephant known as Erawan. This afternoon, transfer to the historic city of Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya, a former capital of the medieval kingdom of Ayutthaya, also known as Siam. Sample traditional Thai dishes during dinner on a converted rice barge from the 1930s.


      Accommodation:
      - Kameo Classic Ayutthaya Hotel (or similar).

      Meals Included:
      - Breakfast
      - Dinner

      Transport:
      - Private Vehicle: Kanchanaburi to Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya 02:00 Hr(s)

      Included Activities:
      - Erawan Waterfalls Entrance Fee
      - Dinner Cruise
  • Day 4 Day 4: Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya/Chiang Mai (1B, 1D)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 4: Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya/Chiang Mai (1B, 1D)

      Set out to explore the UNESCO World Heritageโ€“listed Ayutthaya Historical Park, centered on the old city which served as the Siamese capital from the 14th to 18th centuries, when it was one of the largest and most cosmopolitan regions in the world. Stroll down well-planned city streets to view magnificent palaces and Buddhist monasteries that set the standard for Thai architecture for generations to come. Later, return to Bangkok and transfer to the airport for your flight to Chiang Mai. Visit a traditional village in the countryside and enjoy a khantok-style dinner, served on low pedestal trays.
      Khantok in the Northern dialect means wooden tray, used for carrying dishes, round in shape and made of teak wood. The host will invite guests to sit on the floor around the khantok. After dinner, enjoy tea time with the opportunity to talk with local people to learn their way of living.

      Accommodation:
      - Siripanna Villa Resort & Spa (or similar).

      Meals Included:
      - Breakfast
      - Dinner

      Transport:
      - Private Vehicle: Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya to Bangkok 01:00 - 01:30 Hr(s)
      - Plane 01:30 Hr(s)

      Included Activities:
      - Ayutthaya Historical Park Guided Tour
      - Traditional Thai Home Dinner
  • Day 5 Day 5: Chiang Mai (1B, 1L)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 5: Chiang Mai (1B, 1L)

      Delve into the bustle of Chiang Maiโ€™s morning markets with a local chef, and learn about colourful fruits and fragrant herbs as you select ingredients for a Thai cooking class. Enjoy your creation for lunch, then set out to visit a historic temple. Sit down with one of the resident monks to discuss daily life and the tenets of Buddhism. Later, clear your mind to the chanting of monks at Wat Phra That Doi Suthep, one of the most spectacular gilded temples in Thailand.
      Monk chats are a great cultural exchange, but also important in helping the young Monks improve their English.

      Accommodation:
      - Siripanna Villa Resort & Spa (or similar).

      Meals Included:
      - Breakfast
      - Lunch

      Transport:
      - Private Vehicle: Chiang Mai 01:30 - 02:00 Hr(s)

      Included Activities:
      - Cooking Class
      - Meet with Monks
      - Doi Suthep Temple Visit
  • Day 6 Day 6: Chiang Mai (1B)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 6: Chiang Mai (1B)

      Spend a full day exploring Chiang Maiโ€™s temples and forested hills on your own, or choose between a variety of optional activities. Opt to take a cycling tour through verdant rice paddies and the elegant historic district. In the evening, choose to visit Chiang Maiโ€™s vibrant night market.


      Accommodation:
      - Siripanna Villa Resort & Spa (or similar).

      Meals Included:
      - Breakfast

      Optional Extras to chose from:
      - Half-Day Tuk Tuk Adventure
  • Day 7 Day 7: Chiang Mai/Bangkok (1B)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 7: Chiang Mai/Bangkok (1B)

      This morning, fly to Bangkok and board a traditional klong boat for a ride along the winding canals that have earned the city the nickname the โ€œVenice of the East.โ€ Glide past colourful temples, modern skyscrapers, and houses perched above the water. Visit Wat Pho, Bangkokโ€™s largest and oldest temple complex, and often considered Thailandโ€™s first public universityโ€”its many inscriptions were intended to instruct visitors. Marvel at the magnificent statue of the Reclining Buddha, glittering with gold leaf and mother-of-pearl.


      Accommodation:
      - Shanghai Mansion Bangkok (or similar).

      Meals Included:
      - Breakfast

      Transport:
      - Plane 01:30 Hr(s)
      - Private Vehicle: Bangkok

      Included Activities:
      - Klong Riverboat Tour
      - Wat Po Visit
  • Day 8 Day 8: Bangkok (1B)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 8: Bangkok (1B)

      Depart at any time.


      Meals Included:
      - Breakfast

      Included Activities:
      - Departure Day
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Experience Style

Experience Style

Mixed

There will be challenging activities such as hiking, biking, canyoning and trekking, but youโ€™re also going to have other means of transportation and relaxed moments to just chill.

Accomodation level

Accomodation level

Medium

This accommodation includes essential services like a hot shower, electricity, and a nice and comfy bed.

Experience Type

Experience Type

Small Group

Youโ€™ll be accompanied by a small group of travelers just like you.

Physical Rating

Physical Rating

Basic

Almost everyone is fit for these activities. Every hike or physical exercise last less than 30 minutes, such as paragliding and horseback riding. Please ask about specific conditions.

Age range

Age range

Min: 12 / Max: 99

Age range allowed for this experience.

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