Treasures of Thailand

11 or 14 days

Bangkok, Kanchanaburi, Chiang Mai, Phitsanulok, with extension to Hua Hin | THA

From the bustling metropolis of Bangkok to the serenity of Saiyoke National Park, you will gain a broad understanding of this spectacular kingdom. Navigate the Chao Phraya River canals and battle for bargains at busy markets. Experience the warmth of the Thai people and test your spice threshold with their flavourful cuisine. Every destination and experience will add new depth to this immersive tour of Thai culture and its natural surroundings. Image displaying map describing the itinerary of the Treasures of Thailand tour

Image displaying map describing the itinerary of the Treasures of Thailand tour

Day 1: Fly overnight to Thailand

Day 2: Bangkok

Meet your Tour Director at your destination

Day 3: Bangkok

Take a tour of Bangkok

Visit the Grand Palace and see the Emerald Buddha

Take a boat tour of Chao Phraya River and Thonburi klongs

Visit the enormous Reclining Buddha at Wat Pho

Learn about Thai culture and history at the Museum of Siam

Day 4: Bangkok

Take an excursion to Ayutthaya

Enjoy a tour of Ayutthaya's old town and visit the temples

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Organic Farm Experience

Enjoy an afternoon at a Thai organic farm. Take a short boat ride followed by a hands-on demonstration of organic farming practices. Next, sample seasonal fresh fruits and a delicious coconut drink!

Day 5: Bangkok | Ratchaburi | Kanchanaburi

Travel to Kanchanaburi via Ratchaburi

Explore Damnoen Saduak floating market and take a boat ride along the village canal

Visit the Death Railway Museum

Enjoy a Thai cooking class

Day 6: Kanchanaburi

Walk to the beautiful Saiyoke Yai Waterfall

Experience a train ride on the "Death Railway"

Day 7: Kanchanaburi | Phitsanulok

Travel to Phitsanoluk

Visit Bo Ya Cave

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Night Market Rickshaw Tour

Every traveler to Asia should enjoy a spin in a man-powered rickshaw. Get your camera ready. This evening your rickshaw peddler will take you on an exhilarating tour of the local market. See vendors tossing Pak Boong Loy Fah or "Flying Morning Glory" the odd, but wildly popular, signature dish of Phitsanulok province.

Day 8: Phitsanulok | Chiang Mai

Travel to Chiang Mai via Sukhothai

Visit the Sukhothai Historical Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site

Strike a bargain at the lively Chiang Mai Night Market

Day 9: Chiang Mai

Visit Mae Taeng Valley and an elephant sanctuary

Enjoy a traditional Khantoke dinner and show

Day 10: Chiang Mai | Bangkok

Visit a monastery for a local exchange with one of the head monks

Visit Wat Phra That Doi Suthep

Fly back to Bangkok

Day 11: Depart for home

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Day 11: Bangkok | Hua Hin

Travel to Hua Hin

Visit Khao Luang cave

Day 12: Hua Hin

Enjoy time at Hua Hin beach in small supervised groups

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Day Tour Kaeng Krachan Nature Reserve

Drive northwest of Hua Hin to Kaeng Krachan Nature Reserve, Thailand's largest national park. Learn from a local naturalist and gain insight and information on the park, visit Kaeng Krachan reservoir which dams the Petchaburi River, creating a huge lake covering 45 Sq kms. Take a boat-trip that around the lake to observe the beautiful scenery of wooded islands. Lunch is included at a Thai restaurant that overlooks the reservoir.

Day 13: Hua Hin | Bangkok

Enjoy free time at Hua Hin beach

Return to Bangkok

Day 14: Depart for home

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