Thailand Grand Tour, Private Tour
Description
Join this memorable ten-day tour and see some of Thailand´s most beautiful attractions. Start your adventure in Chiang Mai, the beautiful former capital of the Lanna kingdom, mingle with the locals in the night market, and be amazed by the beauty of the ancient Buddhist temples before continuing to Sukhothai and Ayutthaya, two UNESCO World Heritage Sites that both served as capitals of Siam. Your odyssey ends in bustling Bangkok, the capital known as the ‘City of Angels’.
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
Chiang Rai: Home of the unconventional and famous white temple, Chiang Rai is also a great place for street food and learning about the hill tribes.
Chiang Mai: The fragrant ‘Rose of the North’ was capital of the Lanna Kingdom founded by Mangrai the Great in the 13th century.
Sukhothai: Explore the well-preserved ruins of the former capital of the Sukhothai Kingdom.
Ayutthaya: Discover the impressive ruins of what was one of the world’s biggest cities during the early modern period.
Kanchanaburi: Visit the notorious ‘Death Railway Bridge’ that inspired the World War II novel and film, The Bridge on the River Kwai.
Damnoen Saduak: Immerse yourself in the scents and sounds of Thailand in the colourful floating market – one of the most enchanting images of the country.
Included
TOUR GUIDE:
- Operated with English-speaking guide
- Italian, German, French and Spanish-speaking guide upon an additional cost (optional extra)
ACCOMMODATION:
- 9 nights' accommodation
ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS
Day 1-2 Chiang Rai
Standard Room | Superior Hotel Category = Laluna or similar 4*
Superior Room | Superior Hotel Category = Imperial River House Resort or similar 4*
Day 3-4 Chiang Mai
Standard Room | Superior Hotel Category = Empress Chiang Mai or similar 4*
Superior Room | Superior Hotel Category = Empress Chiang Mai or similar 4*
Day 5 Sukhothai
Standard Hotel Category = Sukhothai Treasure or similar 4*
Superior Hotel Category = Legendha or similar 4*
Day 6 Ayutthaya
Standard Hotel Category = Krungsri River or similar 4*
Superior Hotel Category = Kantary or similar 4*
Day 7 Kanchanaburi
Standard Hotel Category = Pung Waan Resort Kwai Yai or similar 3*
Superior Hotel Category = Felix River Kwai or similar 4*
Day 8-9 Bangkok
Standard & Superior Hotel Category = Royal @Chinatown or similar 4*
MEALS:
- 9 Breakfasts
- 7 lunches (Day 2-8)
TRANSPORT:
- Air-conditioned transportation, transfers as stated in the programme
ENTRANCE FEES AND ACTIVITIES:
- All entrance fees and activities mentioned in the itinerary: All entrance fees as indicated: Hilltribe Museum and Education Centre, Wat Phra That Chom Kitti and Wat Rong Khun in Chiang Rai; Wat Phra That Doi Suthep, River Ping cruise, farmhouse lunch, elephant poopoopaper park, Wat Suan Dok, Wat Phra Sing and Wat Chedi Luang in Chiang Mai, Wat Phra That Hariphunchai and Wat Phra That Lampang Luang in Lampang; Sukhothai Historical Park and food offering in Sukhothai; Ayutthaya Historical Park; Thailand-Burma Railway Centre and Allied War Cemetery in Kanchanaburi; and Phra Pathommachedi in Nakhon Pathom
Excluded
- Expenditures of a personal nature, drinks and meals if not stated explicitly in the programme
- Gratuity for driver and guide
- Optional tours
- International or domestic flight tickets and airport taxes or visa fees
Know before you go
Comfortable and light clothing is the most suitable for travelling in Thailand. Visitors should not wear sleeveless shirts, shorts, short skirts or skimpy clothing when visiting temples, religious or official buildings. Shoes should be removed before entering a temple or private house. Sun protection, sunglasses, a hat and mosquito repellent can be very useful during your stay.