Bangkok Basics & Chiang Mai City Package, Small Group Tour

Description

Explore some of the most interesting cultural sites in Thailand starting from Bangkok: wander through the awe-inspiring Grand Palace, as well as through various fascinating temples in which you can admire gigantic statues of Buddha. Be enchanted by the dreamlike quality of Damnoen Saduak, the floating market, and the vibrant intensity of the Maeklong Railway Market. End this Thai experience discovering the best of Chiang Mai at your own pace. This tour is operated in a small group of up to 8 passengers.

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

Bangkok: Explore the cities most renowned temples, as well as the magnificent Grand Palace.

Damnoen Saduak: Watch the congested canals filled with sturdy canoes laden with fresh fruits and vegetables at this unforgettable market.

Maeklong Railway Market: Yet another unique setting for a market, in this case, on top of an active railway track.

Chiang Mai: The fragrant ‘Rose of the North’ was the capital of the Lanna Kingdom founded by Mangrai the Great in the 13th century.

Included

TOUR GUIDE:

  • Operated with English-speaking guide (Day 2-3)
  • Operated with Italian/French/Spanish or German-speaking guide (Day 2-3) upon an additional cost

Tours in different languages can be combined in our vehicles for seat-in-coach itineraries. There will be a guide for each language

ACCOMMODATION:

  • 5 nights' accommodation

ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS

Day 1-3 Bangkok

Superior Hotel Category = Century Park or similar 4*

Deluxe Hotel Category = Century Park or similar 4*

Day 4-5 Chiang Mai

Superior Hotel Category = The Empress or similar 4*

Deluxe Hotel Category = The Empress Premier or similar 5*

OPTIONAL EXTRA

Pre-night in Bangkok

Superior Hotel Category = Century Park or similar 4*

Post-night in Chiang Mai

Superior Hotel Category = The Empress Hotel Chiang Mai or similar 4*

MEALS:

  • 5 breakfasts

TRANSPORT:

  • Arrival shared transfer from Bangkok International Airport (Day 1)
  • Air-conditioned shared transportation as stated in the programme (Day 2-3)
  • Departure shared transfer to Bangkok International Airport (Day 4)
  • Arrival transfer from Chiang Mai International Airport (shared for Superior hotel category/ private for Deluxe hotel category) (Day 4)
  • Departure shared transfer to Chiang Mai International Airport (shared for Superior hotel category/ private for Deluxe hotel category) (Day 6)

ENTRANCE FEES AND ACTIVITIES:

  • All entrance fees and activities mentioned: Half-day Royal Grand Palace and Temple Tour, Maeklong Railway Market and floating market of “Damnoen Saduak”

OTHER:

  • Meet & Greet (Day 1, 4)

Excluded

  • Domestic flights. Day 4: Bangkok-Chiang Mai flight is not included
  • International flights 
  • Optional tours
  • Lunches & dinners
  • Drinks during meals (unless specified otherwise)
  • City tax not included, payable on the spot
  • Any visit not mentioned in the program
  • Porterage and gratuities  
  • Expenditures of a personal nature, drinks and meals or items not stated explicitly in the program
  • Any alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, mineral water, camera/video camera fee (if any)
  • Travel Insurance or any loss or extra cost arising due to unforeseen circumstances such as flight delays, accidents, etc.

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.

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