Experience Thailand 9 Days - Bangkok to the North, Small Group Tour (Other Languages)

Description
Discover the historical and natural wonders of Thailand with this spectacular nine-day tour from Bangkok, located in the centre of the country, to Chiang Mai, in the north. Visit the country’s main heritage sites such as the Ayutthaya and Phitsanulok and explore the infamous Golden Triangle, one of the world’s leading opium-producing areas. Join this memorable tour and have a complete Thai experience! This tour is operated in a small group of up to 8 passengers.
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
Ayutthaya: Ancient capital of Siam and the location of a haunting UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Sukhothai: A historic former capital with well-preserved ruins of temples and palaces.
Golden Triangle: See three countries from one spot in Sop Ruak at the confluence of the Ruak and the Mekong rivers.
Chiang Rai: Stroll through the local morning market and see the bridge crossing to Myanmar.
Chiang Mai: Visit a tribal village, cruise a river on a longtail boat, take in the views from the hilltop Wat Doi Suthep temple
Included
TOUR GUIDE:
- Operated with an Italian, French, German or Spanish-speaking guide
*Different languages can be combined in our vehicles. There will be a separate guide for each language.
ACCOMMODATION:
- 8 nights' accommodation
ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS
Day 1-3 Bangkok
Standard Room | Superior Hotel Category = Century Park hotel or similar 4*
Superior Room | Superior Hotel Category = Century Park hotel or similar 4*
Day 4 Phitsanulok
Standard Room | Superior Hotel Category = Amarin Lagoon or similar 4*
Superior Room | Superior Hotel Category = Amarin Lagoon or similar 4*
Day 5 Lampang
Standard Room | Superior Hotel Category = Wienglakor Hotel or similar 3.5*
Superior Room | Superior Hotel Category = Wienglakor Hotel or similar 3.5*
Day 6 Chiang Rai
Standard Room | Superior Hotel Category = Laluna or similar 4*
Superior Room | Superior Hotel Category = Imperial River House Chiang Rai or similar 5*
Day 7, 8 Chiang Mai
Standard Room | Superior Hotel Category = Empress Chiang Mai or similar 4*
Superior Room | Superior Hotel Category = Empress Chiang Mai or similar 4*
MEALS:
- 8 breakfasts
- 5 lunches (Day 4-8)
TRANSPORT:
- Arrival and departure shared transfers
- Air-conditioned transportation
ENTRANCE FEES AND ACTIVITIES:
- All entrance fees and activities mentioned in the itinerary: All entrance fees as indicated: visit to Royal Grand Palace in Bangkok, , Temple Wat Trimit, Floating Market & Railway Market, visit Summer Palace of Rama V, visit Ayutthaya, ancient temples of Wat Yai Chaimongkhon, Wat Mahathat and Wat Phanan Choeng in the Ayutthaya Historical Park, brief orientation tour of Phitsanulok, Wat Phra Si Rattana Mahathat, visit Sukhotai, visit Satchanalai, Wat Phra Si Rattana Mahatha, Wat Phra That Lampang Luang, visit Wat Roung Khun, visit the 212 House of Opium in Chiang Rai, boat trip in Mekong river stop at Laos Island, Wat Rong Khun, Wat Phra Kaew, Hiltribe Meseum Education Center, Wat Doi Suthep, cable car, Elephant Poopoopaper Park, Queen Sirikit Botanic Garden, Baan Tipmanee wooden workshop
OTHER:
- Meet & Greet on arrival at Bangkok Airport
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
- Pick-up from outer Bangkok hotels.
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.