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Discover Thai history through the main four distinct regions of Thailand.

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Journeys of Absolute Thailand
Discover Thai history through the main four distinct regions of Thailand.
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Classic and History Experiences
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21Days 20Nights
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NAVTHBKKCAH004
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Have a real deal of Central Thailand

Set off this Journey full of wonderment and reflection in Central Thailand — Samut Sakhon, Kanchanaburi, Ayutthaya, and Bangkok known as the birthplace of Thai culture, tradition and history

Explore the natural wonders of Isan region for in-depth experience

including visit local pottery village and Phimai Historical Park in Nakhon Ratchasima, pre-historic site in Ban Chiang, visit local markets in Nong Khai and Chiang Khan, visit Phu Hin Rong Kra National Park in Loei.

Travel up to the North of Thailand and its ancient kingdom,

journey to Northern Thai Regions of Chiang Rai and Chiang Mai

Treat yourself chilling on the beach and set sail on Island tour

Pamper yourself at nice accommodation in Phuket for 3 Days and make A-Day trip to visit famous Khao Sok National Park.
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1

Bangkok - Arrival
Upon your arrival in Bangkok, deplane and follow signs to Immigration, located one level above baggage claim. Descend elevator to collect baggage. After clearing customs, proceed to the Arrival lobby and look for your sign. Our friendly representative will assist your group with luggage and help with your transfer to your comfortable hotel for check-in.
Accommodation 
4* GRAND CHINA HOTEL or 3*THE QUARTER HUALAMPHONG HOTEL

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2

Bangkok – Wat Phra Kaew – Grand Palace – Wat Pho – Klong (canal tour) – Wat Arun
Breakfast at the hotel.
Visit Wat Phra Kaew and the nearby attractions first, before moving on to the Grand Palace. Wat Phra Kaew, or the Temple of the Emerald Buddha, is located right next to the Grand Palace, and they probably form together the greatest spectacle for visitors in Bangkok. A visit to the Royal Grand Palace, the nation’s landmark and most praised royal monument in Thailand, is a must. The palace, which is the former royal residence of the Chakri Kings, is the perfect example of an ancient Siamese court. Built in 1782 by the King Rama I, it was the centre of power for more than 150 years. Today, the palace is Bangkok\'s major landmark and most popular tourist attraction. Indeed, the Grand Palace is an amazing place to visit, as it consists of over 100 brightly coloured buildings, golden spires and glittering mosaics, that all date back to the foundation of Bangkok in 1782. 
*** Please note that photography is permitted in the Royal Palace Grounds and in the compounds of the Emerald Buddha Temple, but not inside the buildings. ***
Short walk next to visit Wat Pho, one of the oldest and largest temples in Bangkok. Wat Pho is not only one of the most visited Buddhist temples in Bangkok but it is where history, medical science and educational institute combined. Laid inside the main ordination hall is the sacred 46-meter Reclining Buddha whose feet are beautifully inlaid with mother-of-pearl, carved with holy signs. Wat Pho is, among Thais, also known as \"the nation\'s first public university,\" Wat Pho was listed UNESCO\'s Memory of the World (MOW) as a documentary heritage for Asia and Pacific Region. 
Lunch is at a local restaurant.

Afternoon, travel by motor launch on the picturesque Chao Phraya River and canals, or “Klongs” to observe the serene family homes and temples along the waterways & experience of Bangkok as “Venice of the East” You will pass village house along the river. We will also stop by the “Temple of Dawn” (officially named Wat Arun). 

Transferr to your hotel in late afternoon and relax at leisure.
Accommodation 
4* GRAND CHINA HOTEL or 3*THE QUARTER HUALAMPHONG HOTEL

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3

Bangkok – Railway Market – Floating Market – Kanchanaburi – War Cemetery – Death Railway – River Kwai – Jeath museum
Breakfast at the hotel and check-out.
Early morning departure by road from Bangkok to the garden province of Samut Songhkhram in the Mae Klong River delta area. Experience the thrill of Maeklong Train Market folding up and the stalls being packed away in front of your eyes. Explore the market like a local and see the stalls stacked with fruits, vegetables and seafood. Then proceed to take a unique country market along the railway tracks where a variety of goods are sold and the train travels through bringing people to the market.  
Next proceed to Damnoen Saduak Floating Market, the most colorful floating market in the Kingdom. Enjoy the beautiful sights along the way and witness the day-to-day activities of the Thai people who live on the canals selling their fresh fruits and vegetables from the surrounding villagers’ farms. Take a short paddle boat ride through the canals to get the closure feeling of the local people. Free at leisure and enjoy of photo shooting.
Afterward drive to Kanchanaburi, lunch is at a local restaurant.
After lunch, you will visit the well-kept War Cemetery of Allied Prisoners, which contains the graves of an estimated 9,000 Allied soldiers. These soldiers died while building the bridge and the notorious \"Death Railway” which the Japanese had hoped to stretch all the way to the Burmese border. 
Next stop at the internationally famous Bridge Over The River Kwai, the black iron bridge from Java by the Japanese Army and reassembled under Japanese supervision by the allied prisoners of war labor as part of the railway linking Thailand to Myanmar.  This tour will bring you also closer to the past, with the visit to the JEATH Museum (the name JEATH” is derived from Japan, England, America/Australia, Thailand and Holland),where the past has been created and relived with pictures and artefacts out of this time. 
End of the day, transfer to the hotel for check in and relax at leisure.
Accommodation 
4* U INCHANTREE HOTEL or 3* ROYAL RIVERKWAI RESORT 

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4

Kanchanaburi – Erawan Waterfall – Ayutthaya
Breakfast at the hotel and check-out.
Morning drive to the significant Erawan National Park. The major attraction of the park is the stunning Erawan Falls, a waterfall named after the Erawan, the three-headed white elephant of Hindu mythology. The seven-tiered falls are said to resemble the Erawan. It has received many awards. Here lies the biggest and most beautiful waterfall of Kanchanaburi Erawan Waterfall, which runs from the Huai Mong Lai River down a 2100 meters tall mountain. The waterfall i.s 1500 meters long which cascades down 7 tiers, each of which is a great and safe swimming area. The park’s many caves include Phartat Cave,which has stalactites and stalagmites, and Ta Duang Cave, featuring rock paintings. Limestone Wang Bah Dan Cave has 2 levels, with a stream in its lower chamber. The park is crossed by trails, and home to elephants and deer. Moreover, you can take a 30 minute walk around Erawan nature trail to savor the beauty of hill evergreen forest and deciduous forest.
Lunch is at a local restaurant, after lunch drive to Ayutthaya (approximately of 3 hours)
Upon arrival, check-in at the hotel and relax at leisure.
Accommodation 
4* CLASSIC KAMEO HOTEL or 3* CAVALLI CASA RESORT

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5

Ayutthaya – Wat Phra Sri Sanphet – Wat Mahathata – Wat Kudi Dao – Nakhon Ratchasima
Breakfast at the hotel and check-out.
Drive to explorer Ayutthaya city & it’s ruin. To truly appreciate the history in Thailand, no holiday would be complete without a visit to Ayutthaya. This historic city was the second capital of the Kingdom of Siam, There are 34 kings to govern the territory until the end of it by an invasion of the nearby territory in 2310 B.E.   It results in Ayutthaya Empire has stayed long about 417 years and a prosperous international trading port, from 1350 until razed by the Burmese in 1767. The ruins of the old city now form the Ayutthaya Historical Park, an archaeological site that contains palaces, Buddhist temples, monasteries and statues.
Visit Ayutthaya Historical Park declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1991. First stop at Wat Phra Sri Sanphet, is not just an important historical site, but it was also considered as the spiritual center for Thais. It is strategically located within the grounds of the Royal Palace. Next to visit at Wat Mahathat an unseen tourist attraction where you could see buddha head enshrine in the three. These temples also enshrine buddha lyric from the past 600 years. 
Next stop at the local market to discover \"Candy Cotton\" or we called \" Roti Saimai \" it’s become the province signature desert snack. As you will be amazed to see it’s widely of the product stalls available throughout Ayutthaya. This candy floss rolled sweets feature threads of crunchy sugar enshrouded in a steaming is wrapped in soft paper-thin, Pandan-flavoured crepes or in other different color.  The a bit salted taste of roti goes well with the sweet and soft cotton candy. You can see the how it made and enjoy to taste it.
Afterward short stop at an old ruin temple Wat Kudi Dao is a restored ruin of a temple situated off the city island in the eastern area of Ayutthaya where we can share with your storytelling from local people and also other stories about Ayutthaya that you could not find on google or any travel book. We would like to take you to some hidden place whereas not touristic.
Lunch is at a local restaurant, after lunch drive to Nakhon Ratchasima (approximately of 3 hours)
Upon arrival, check-in at the hotel and relax at leisure.
Accommodation 
3*/4* THE IMPERIAL HOTEL AND CONVENTION CENTRE KORAT

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6

Naknon Ratchasima – Dan Kwian Pottery Village – Pimai Historical Park – Udon Thani
Breakfast at the hotel and check-out.
Drive approximate 30 minutes to explore Dan Kwian Pottery Village noted for unique pottery widely used for interior and outdoor decoration. The uniqueness of Dan Kwian clay is its durability, pliability and rusty color. When combined with attractive designs and the proper heating process the products are irresistible. 
Then continue drive approximate 1h15m to Phimai district to visit The Phimai Historical Park is one of the important historical sites around north east side of Thailand. The local name is Prasat Hin Phimai. All around area are surround by ancient building date back to 11thor 12thcentury CE and in presumption this place was built by one of Khmer\\\'s king his name is Jayavarman I. Historian that study about Phimai historical site said that these building are the same architecture technique as Angkor Wat in Cambodia. Prasat Hin Phimai is a grand palace that center this historical site. It\\\'s one of the ancient palace that still in perfect condition compare to the other palace from the same era. Unlike the other palace from the same era that was built to face east side this palace was built to face south side. There are a lot of interesting building and architecture all over grand palace of Prasat Hin Phimai.
Visit The Phimai National Museum. This museum contains a lot of relics and art piece back in ancient time of Phimai also they have exhibition about traditional and culture of Khmer people and North east people as well. (Museum opens only on Wednesday to Sunday)
Lunch is at a local restaurant, after lunch continue drive approx. 4hours to Udon Thani province for check-in at the hotel and free at leisure.
Accommodation 
3*/4* THE PANNARAI HOTEL

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7

Udon Thani – Ban Chiang National Museum – Tha Sadet Market – Sala Kaeo Ku – Wat Pha Tak Suea – Chiang Khan Walking Street
Breakfast at the hotel and check-out.
Drive approximate 1 hour to explorer Ban Chiang National Museum, also known as Ban Chiang Archaeological Site, is located in Nong Han district of Udon Thani province. The site became a UNESCO World Heritage Site in December 1992.The museum has two parts to it. The first part is for antiques. Here you find anything associated with the ancient Culture of Ban Chiang. You can see ancient tools, household items, artifacts, and pottery items, many of which are over 4,000 years old. All artifacts are showcased very beautifully so that visitors can get as much information as possible about the ancient culture. The second part of the museum is an open-air one and it is in the compound of Wat Po Si Nai. Here you can see the archaeological excavation sites and these sites will give you an idea how the artifacts were buried with the dead. Ban Chiang National Museum is famous world over because the ancient community of Ban Chiang was the precursor to all other pre-historic civilizations of the world. The pottery found in Ban Chiang Archaeological Site is believed to the oldest in the world.
Then continue drive approximate 1h45m to Nong Khai province to visit Tha Sadet Market on the Mekong’s banks, was once the site of the Governor’s house and was commonly known as the ‘Governor’s pier’ in former times. Over the years, trade increased, and the area developed into a thriving market with goods from both Indo-China and Eastern Europe on sale, including electrical appliances, clothing, and accessories. There is also a popular pedestrian zone and cycling route right down by the River where visitors come to enjoy the great views across the Mekong.
Lunch is at a local restaurant.
Then short drive to visit Sala Kaeo Ku also known as Wat Khaek, this temple in the Samakhi community, Wat That subdistrict, serves as a place of worship and features some bizarre, eye-catching mortar sculptures, which were built at the request of Luang Pu Bunleua, a venerable local monk who believed in a harmonious overlap between the various religions. The park reflects his progressive beliefs with Buddha images in various poses alongside Brahmin and Hindu deities and scenes from the Ramayana next to characters from local folk yarns; all of which are accompanied by written descriptions in both Thai and the local Isan dialect. All 208 statues were erected in 1978 and the body of Luang Pu Bunleua is currently kept on the third floor of the pavilion where locals are free to come and pay their respects.
Drive to Chiang Khong district with stop on the way (drive approx. 1h30m) at Wat Phra Tak Suea is surrounded with a breathtaking landscape located 550 meters high above sea level. This abundant Temple is one of the most beautiful viewpoints of the Mekong River. When the river’s water level has decreased, stripes of a sand dune looking like the scales of Naga can be obviously noticed. From the viewpoint of Wat Pha Tak Suea to the left is the panoramic scenery of the long curvy Mekong River bend with a large Island in the middle that separates the river into a Y shape where the view of the neighboring country can be clearly seen.

Continue drive another 2 hours to Chiang Khan district, check in at the hotel and free at leisure.

Early evening, enjoy own walk at Chiang Khan’s Walking Street is a famous tourist attraction that stretches for more than 1,200 meters. Both sides of the road are filled to the brim with Culture and charm, providing a rare insight into Thailand’s past. This busy street runs parallel to the Mekong River in the Chiang Khan municipality and both sides of the road are lined with houses, most of them two-story and wooden in construction, some of which have been converted into guesthouses, small hotels, restaurants and souvenir shops.
Accommodation 
3*/4* CHIANGKHAN RIVER MOUNTAIN RESORT

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8

Chiang Khan – Phi Ta Khon Museum – Phra That Si Song Rak – Phu Hin Rong Kla National Park – Phitsanulok
Breakfast at the hotel and check-out.
Drive approximate 2 hours to Dan Sai district to visit Phi Ta Khon Museum is situated in Wat Phon Chai. It exhibits the history of inherited culture and traditions including \"Phi Ta Khon\", the traditional amusement that has been inherited for a long time. Boon Phi Ta Khon Festival is a part of Boon Luang Festival, a big merit festival of the year in this area that combines Boon Prevet Festival (Heet Duen See) and Boon Bung Fai Festival (Heet Duen Hok) together. The purpose of Boon Pravet Festival is to tell the Sermon of the last great incarnation story of the Buddha. The purpose of Boon Bung Fai Festival is to cerebrate for the city angels and to make the rain falls in the right season. Phi Ta Khon in the parade will entertain people. It is said that Phi Ta Khon might came from wearing a mask that looks like Khon\'s head. Some call it \"Phi Ta Kon\", \"Phi Tam Kon\", and eventually \"Phi Ta Khon\". Apart from the exhibition of culture and traditions, the museum also exhibits various kinds of Phi Ta Khon.
Then visit Phra That Si Song Rak beside the Man River, construction of this temple began in 1560 and it reached its completion three years later. The cement and mortar pagoda is an example of Lang Xhang art and there is a lotus shaped pavilion similar to those found in Phra That Panom and Phra That Luang at Vientiane in Laos. The pagoda is 19.19 meters in height and is set on a square base with sides measuring 10.89 meters. The name of the pagoda ‘Phra That Si Song Rak’ means that it was constructed in dedication to the Buddhist religion, as well as acting as a testimony between the emperor of Ayutthaya and Setthathirath, ruler of the Lan Xang empire.
Lunch is at a local restaurant.
Afternoon, drive approximate 1 hour to visit Phu Hin Rong Kla National Park covers an area of 191,875 rai or 76,750 acres of land. The park has many different terrains including waterfalls, lush forests, and plains of rocks with the highest point in the park at 1,617 meters above mean sea level. There are different types of rock formations with splits in the rocky grounds and uneven formations. The park offers the opportunity to explore many of its historical sites that staged the conflict of two political parties. During 1967-1982, Phu Hin Rong Kla was the headquarters of the Communist Party of Thailand. The area was deemed a red zone by the government and became a battlefield between the Royal Thai Army and the Communist Party for 15 years. Phu Hin Rong Kla was a strategic location due to its mountainous areas which were great for defenses. The conflict ended in 1982 when the government granted amnesty to the students who join the Communist Party of Thailand, resulting in Phu Hin Rong Kla becoming a National Park in 1984. Visitors are able to witness the rustic meeting hall, political school, and the administration building. A trail leading to Lan Hin Pum contains rock formations where Communist Party students used them as shelter from air bombing. The nearby headquarters is now a museum that exhibits weapons and medical instruments used by the Communist Party members. Another trail leads to Pha Chu Thong where the Communist Party\'s red victory flag is situated.
Continue drive approx. 1h45m to Phitsanulok, check in at the hotel and free at leisure.
Accommodation 
4* PATTARA RESORT or 3* THE GRAND RIVERSIDE HOTEL 

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9

Phitsanulok - Wat Phra Si Rattana Mahathat – Sukhothai Historical Park – Wat Si Chum – Lampang
Breakfast at the hotel and check-out.
Visit Wat Phra Si Rattana Mahathat is one of the most important temples in the history of Thailand. The temple was built in 1357 during the Sukhothai era, which was the first established Thai kingdom. It has been operating for over 700 years, witnessing the rise and fall of kings and kingdoms. The highlights of this temple are the famous gold-covered statue of the Buddha, known as Phra Phuttha Chinnarat. It is considered to be one of the most beautiful and magnificent Buddha images in Thailand.
Then drive approximate 1h15m to Sukhothai, the very first capital City of Thailand. In the golden time of this city it is a center of everything on this south-east Asia. Now a day the ruin from that glorious time a left behind for people of this generation to study story about one of the ancient city that accept by United Nation Educational Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) to be World Heritage. Visit Sukhothai Historical Park by bicycle, there a lot of interesting places inside this area. Then visit Wat Si Chum, a wihan in the form of a square mondop, which is the main sanctuary, houses a large monumental stucco Buddha image in the attitude of subduing Mara called “Phra Atchana”, which is 11.3 metres in width. “Achana” means a person who is not anxious but strong. The roof has already disintegrated, exposing just 4 walls of stuccoed bricks.
Lunch is at a local restaurant.
Afternoon, drive approximate 3 hours to Lampang, check in at the hotel and free at leisure.
Accommodation 
3*/4* LAMPANG RIVER LODGE HOTEL

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10

Lampang – Phayao – Chiang Rai
Breakfast at the hotel and check-out.
Drive approximate 2 hours to Phayao and visit Kwan Phayao, it is the biggest freshwater Lake in Northern Thailand. The word \"kwan\" in Thai dialects means \"lake\". Kwan Phayao is a natural lake with a mountain range in its backdrop. The scenery that is natural and captivating for visitors is the reason why it is renowned to be the heart of Phayao Province. Restaurants, coffee shops as well as parks for people to relax are found in the area.
Continue drive approximate 1h30m to Chiang Rai for lunch at a local restaurant.
After lunch transfer to check-in at the hotel, free at leisure.
Accommodation 
4* THE HERITAGE CHIANG RAI HOTEL or 3* LALUNA HOTEL

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11

Chiang Rai – Doi Tung – Golden Triangle – Mae Sai Border – Chiang Sean
Breakfast at the hotel.
Your trip departs in the morning to Doi Tung Royal Villa and Mae Fah Luang Garden the beautiful botanical gardens which feature year-round flowers and enjoy the cool climate and surrounding areas. Doi Tung Royal Villa, former residence of Princess Mother Srinagarindra, is high up on the hill. The villa was originally built as a summer residence for the princess mother and now houses a museum displaying her work to improve the life quality of local tribes people. The Mae Fah Luang Gardens are a botanical park on the slopes below the royal villa. Flowers and plants grow among rock formations. 
Continue to the northern most point of Thailand. Golden Triangle where the Ruak River and the Mekong River meet forming the borders of three countries. The wonder of Golden Triangle is the visit to 3 countries; Thailand, Myanmar, and Laos, in one place. 
Next short visit the House of Opium Museum is a museum that tells stories of opium in the Golden Triangle. Through beautiful antiques such as opium harvesting knives, scales, weights, pipes, mats and pillows, these tools represent the beliefs, cultures, traditions, and magnificent imagination of their Burmese, Shan, Chinese and tribal inventors in Thailand as well as the history of the region where the three countries meet. 
Accommodation 
4* THE HERITAGE CHIANG RAI HOTEL or 3* LALUNA HOTEL 

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12

Chiang Rai – Blue Temple – White Temple – Hot Spring – Chiang Mai Street Eats by Tuk Tuk
Breakfast at the hotel and check-out.

Your trip departs in the morning to visit Wat Rong Khun or “The white temple” is a privately owned art exhibit in the style of a Budhist Temple. It is owned by Chiang Rai-born painter and artist Chalermchai Kositpipat, who designed, constructed, and opened it to visitors in 1997. Now a day has become the most famous and popular tourist attraction in Chiang Rai. It is not an active Buddhist temple because it has no monks residing.

Next to visit The Blue Temple is immediately recognizable for its brilliant shade of rich sapphire. The temple walls, roof, and surrounding statues are all covered in this gorgeous hue, an unusual decorative choice in a country where most temples are made of gold. This color is symbolically associated with purity, wisdom, and the lack of materialism that Buddhists aspire to.
You will be taken to Chiang Mai to visit Mea Kajan Hot Spring.  Are series of three developed hot Spring well’s and geysers where you can enjoy spending some time in a peaceful atmosphere with some of the Earth’s natural phenomena. The water contains a high concentration of dissolved minerals and the water also has a high concentration of sulfur. Waters here are thought to have curative properties as people suffering from ring worm and liver spots often find relief swimming in the waters. Visitors here can also enjoy bathing their feet in the naturally warm waters. The Mae Kajan hot springs have also become a tourist attraction where people love to get a wooden basket and boil eggs in the water.
Depart from the hotel by local transport “Tuk-Tuk” to Chiang Mai gate local market for street food. Just outside the old walled city center of Chiang Mai, the Wat Lok Molee is one of the city’s older temples. The temple that is also known as the Wat Lok Moli houses one of the largest and most impressive chedis in Chiang Mai. 
After your experience with Chiang Mai local shopping, take a ride to the night market on Chang Puak Gate or North Gate is always busy and offers a great range of authentic Thai cuisine. 
Try the stewed pork leg from the famous vendor with the cowboy hat who’s had visits from the likes of Anthony Bourdain. Taste Bua Loi, or floating lotus, is a warm fresh coconut milk broth with teeny pandan-laced glutinous rice flour balls swimming around.
Take a ride with Tuk-Tuk to see Chiang Mai nightlife around old city, visit 3-Kings monument, Wat Chedi Luang. Let\'s celebrate with your friends and family, spend the night and enjoy the beautiful Chiang Mai view with a glass of beverage at Xanadu Restaurant before return to the hotel in Chiang Mai town.

Accommodation

4* BODHI SERENE BOUTIQUE HOTEL or 3* AMORA HOTEL

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13

Chiang Mai – Doi Suthep – Cooking Class (Join services)
Breakfast at the hotel.
Visit Wat Phra That Doi Suthep is one of northern Thailand\'s most sacred temples in Chiang Mai. The temple is a beautiful example of northern Thai architecture, reached via a 306-step staircase flanked by Naga (mythical sea serpents). A highly revered temple, containing a holy relic of the Lord Buddha. Spectacularly situated on a mountain top, at an altitude of 3,520 feet, with a magnificent view of the city in the evening & night time.
Afternoon, picked up from hotel to cooking class - Join services 
Evening Class
Pick up 03.00 pm to 03.30 pm
Return 09.00 pm to 09.30 pm
 
Itinerary
  • Visit the main local Thai market out of the city center 
  • Explaining and learning about herbs and ingredients at our organic farm
  • Pound and make a curry paste from scratch. You will make your own curry paste, each person will have their own individual mortar. You can decide how spicy or non-spicy you would like to make your own curry paste
  • Choose and make one curry paste, one curry, one soup, noodle dish and sweet dessert (total of 5 categories)
  • You will learn to make every dish completely by yourself from start to finish and will be able to season to your own taste!
Accommodation 
4* BODHI SERENE BOUTIQUE HOTEL or 3* AMORA HOTEL

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14

Chiang Mai – Half Day Elephant Sanctuary (Join services)
Breakfast at the hotel.
A half-day package to the Elephant Jungle Sanctuary offers visitors an enjoyable opportunity to spend quality time with elephants in their natural home, as well as gain an insight into their  history and behavior, and create cherished lifelong memories of their time spent with these amazing animals. In the morning of your visit, you will be picked up from your place of accommodation and will drive for approximately 1.5 hours through scenic agricultural areas, hills, and forest, before arriving at the Sanctuary. There, you will meet your English-speaking guide and learn a little about the elephants, before changing into traditional Karen clothing.
After being allocated bananas and sugar cane to feed to the elephants, you will walk with your guide through the Sanctuary, where you will find free-roaming elephants and hear their individual stories. You can touch, feed, photograph, and interact with the elephants at your leisure while you learn about their lifestyle and behaviors. After you have met all the elephants, you will accompany them to a nearby mud spa. Get muddy with   the elephants as you apply a healthy cosmetic mud treatment to their skin. 
Next, you will walk with the elephants to a nearby river and join them in the water for a refreshing bath. Take a swim and help bathe and brush the elephants while they wade through and play in the water. Once the elephants are clean, you can take some final photos with them, and then it will be time to part ways with your new friends and change into some dry clothes. Finally, eat some snacks and seasonal fresh fruit, before enjoying once again the impressive rural scenery as you drive back to Chiang Mai.
ITINERARY
06:30- 07:00 Pick up from your hotel or accommodation
07:00    Drive approximately 1.5 hours South of Chiang Mai through rolling hills, forest, and local farming     areas. 
08:30    Arrive at the Elephant Jungle Sanctuary. Learn about the elephants and change into traditional
           Karen clothing.
09:00    Meet the elephants. Feed, interact, and play with the elephants in a natural environment as you   
            learn about their behavior and history. Take photos with the elephants.
09:45   Mud Spa with the elephants
10:30   Walk with the elephants to a river and bathe them.
11:30   Eat a traditional meal and then say goodbye to the elephants.
12:00   Leave the Elephant Jungle Sanctuary and drive approximately 1.5 hours to Chiang Mai. 
13:30   Drop off at your hotel or accommodation. Free at leisure.
Accommodation 
4* BODHI SERENE BOUTIQUE HOTEL or 3* AMORA HOTEL

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15

Chiang Mai – Free Day
Breakfast at the hotel.
Have fun exploring Chiang Mai on your own.
Accommodation 
4* BODHI SERENE BOUTIQUE HOTEL or 3* AMORA HOTEL

day

16

Chiang Mai – Phuket
Breakfast at the hotel, free at leisure and enjoy the hotel facilities.
Check-out and meet your Thailand Journeys guide and take a private transfer to Chiang Mai Airport for your departure flight to Phuket (recommended flight FD3160 (AirAsia) time: 16:40-18:10hrs / included)
Upon your arrival in Phuket, deplane and follow signs to Immigration, located one level above baggage claim. Descend elevator to collect baggage. After clearing customs, proceed to the Arrival lobby and look for your sign. Our friendly representative will assist your family with luggage and help with your transfer to your comfortable hotel for check-in.

Accommodation

4* OCEANFRONT BEACH RESORT or 3* SUNSET BEACH RESORT

 

 

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17

Phuket – Full Day Highlight of Phuket Tour
Breakfast at hotel. 
Drive to visit the white sand landscape on Mai Khao Beach which is the longest white sand beach in Phuket. There have popular spots for shooting the photos and watching a plane landing close by and the highlight of this area is seeing a variety of sea turtles. 
We do recommend to have a local Thai set lunch at Baan A-Jor local restaurant (Shino-Colonial style). Decorated according to the belief in Chinese Hokkien style and taste delicious food that has received Michelin Guide at Red Table Restaurant.
Enter the world of magic at Hog\\\'s Head, a cafe inspired by the novel Harry Potter. An atmosphere is like we\\\'ve really slipped into a novel. Phuket Old Town The more the atmosphere is similar to Diagon Alley ever. It can be said that it\\\'s like having a magic spell right from the front door of the shop. 
Next to visit the pig\\\'s head is a pub located in the wizarding village of Hogsmeade. The owner of the shop is Aberforth Dumbledore, or Dumbledore\\\'s brother. In which the shop front hangs a picture of a pig\\\'s head that has been cut and placed on a chopping board. It\\\'s a shop at Hermione. called a meeting of the members Dumbledore\\\'s army is meeting. 
There are various temples around along with cremation area in Phuket town such as Phuket Big Buddha, or The Great Buddha of Phuket, is a seated Maravija Buddha statue in Phuket, Thailand and Wat Chalong Pagoda
Laem Promthep, a famous sunset viewpoint one of the most beautiful places in Phuket and it\'s a place that tells the sunset time of Thailand as well. where the Laem Promthep There will be a cement edge for you to sit and watch the sunset in a perfect way, and you can also walk to the tip of the cape as well. where you can see the emerald green sea along with the waves crashing against the shore It\'s very beautiful to look at all. Return to the hotel in Phuket area.
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4* OCEANFRONT BEACH RESORT or 3* SUNSET BEACH RESORT 

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18

Phuket – Free Day/Optional Tour
Breakfast at the hotel.
Breakfast at hotel. Day free at leisure, or your choice to take some optional tour.
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4* OCEANFRONT BEACH RESORT or 3* SUNSET BEACH RESORT 

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19

Phuket – Khao Sok National Park Lake Trip (Join services)
Breakfast at the hotel.
Leave Phuket and transfer to Khao Sok National Park. When arrive at Khaosok, you can enjoy the Elephant Bathing Program, giving the elephant a refreshing bath, where you can scrub them, play with them and, get on their back without saddle (approximately 20 minutes). After the bathing, you can buy some bananas to feed the elephants to show your appreciation if you wish. Before heading to the lake, it is time for Thai buffet lunch at the restaurant with a great view of limestone mountain nearby.

After Lunch, we lead you to The Raft Hose by longtail boat. It is very beautiful like you are in the ocean until you forget that you are really in the dam.  The nature surrounding you will be very beautiful while the trees on the mountains and islands are waving along the wind like they are welcoming their visitors.  After you store your luggage, you can enjoy swimming, self-kayaking and dinner. At night you will be enjoying your night under the light of stars, while watching and imaging the shadow of the trees and listening to the singing of insects, breathing in the scent of forest and embraced by the forest. 

Accommodation at THE RAFT HOUSE

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Khao Sok National Park Lake Trip – Surat Thani airport – Flight to Bangkok

Take a long tail boat to enjoy early morning safari, you might be lucky to see various kinds of wild animal drinking water or seeking for some foods at the banks. After the adventure we will take you back to the raft house for breakfast. After breakfast, Hopped on Longtail Boat for a short trip (1.5 km.) to cross the 500 Rai Lake juggle for bamboo rafting. You can meet enchanting plants, flower, butterfly, birds, squirrels, reptiles, etc. a waited for your discovery, then getting on the bamboo raft to cross the 500 rai lake to an amazing cave. The stalagmites have a similar shape to coral which is how the cave came to be named (Easy access for children but be careful for the slippery wet floor). Spend 30 minutes cave exploring (a small cave but great formations).

After the adventure, transfer to the Airport for your flight to Bangkok (flight TBA)
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4* GRAND CHINA HOTEL or 3*THE QUARTER HUALAMPHONG HOTEL 

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21

Bangkok – Departure
Breakfast at the hotel, free at leisure and enjoy the hotel facilities.
Check-out and meet your Thailand Journeys guide and take a private transfer to Chiang Mai Airport for your departure flight (flight TBA / not included).
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