Overview
Book online and enjoy exclusive savings on G Adventures 14 Day Classic Thailand & Island Hopping - East Coast. With a fascinating culture, beautiful natural landscapes, and some of the tastiest street food on the globe, Thailand is an adventurer's heaven. Embark on this 14-day tour along the country's east coast to get a unique glimpse into this Southeast Asian country with some additional northern Thailand highlights too.
Explore the smaller "klong" canals of the Chao Phraya river, stay overnight in a traditional floating raft house in Kanchanaburi, and tour the historic Bridge on the River read more Kwai. Don't worry, you'll have plenty of time to relax on Thailand's tropical sands, snorkel through unbelievably warm water, and bond with your travel mates at beach bars in between.
Explore the smaller "klong" canals of the Chao Phraya river, stay overnight in a traditional floating raft house in Kanchanaburi, and tour the historic Bridge on the River read more Kwai. Don't worry, you'll have plenty of time to relax on Thailand's tropical sands, snorkel through unbelievably warm water, and bond with your travel mates at beach bars in between.
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Trip Length
14 Days
Trip Starts
Bangkok
Trip Ends
Bangkok
Departures
May 2026 to Oct 2028
Countries Visited:
Operator
G Adventures
Trip Style
Classic
Budget
Affordable
Age Range
6-99 Years
Max. Group Size
16
Pace
Leisurely
Guide Style
Fully Guided
Tour Code
ATEB
Itinerary
Arrive at any time.
Accommodation:
Hotel Royal Bangkok @ Chinatown
Included Experiences
- Meet Your CEO and Group: Your opportunity to meet your CEO and fellow travellers, and learn more about your tour. Opt to join the group for a local meal afterwards. Don't forget to see the notice in the lobby (or ask reception) for the official time and place to meet up with the group.
Enjoy a klong boat tour of Bangkok including a visit to Wat Pho. Travel to Kanchanaburi and head to your floating rafthouse accommodation.
Accommodation:
Pung-Waan Resort
Included Meals:
Breakfast, Dinner
Included Experiences
- Klong Riverboat Tour: Travel by longtail boat on the busy Chao Phraya River and through the small canals of western Bangkok's Thonburi district. Observe colourful scenes of everyday life along the river banks.
- Wat Po Visit: This temple is known for its reclining Buddha, its feet covered with mother-of-pearl engravings of Buddhist symbols. Explore the large grounds and other compounds to see other Buddha figures, murals and the chedis that contain the ashes of Buddha. This is also the birthplace of traditional Thai massage.
- Overnight Rafthouse Excursion: Enjoy a unique experience aboard a floating rafthouse on the famous River Kwai.
Enjoy a day of sightseeing at Erawan Falls and the Bridge on the River Kwai.
Accommodation:
Good Times Resort
Included Meals:
Breakfast
Included Experiences
- Erawan Waterfalls: Visit one of the world’s most beautiful waterfalls. Its seven tiers offer a unique experience at every climb, reaching up to 1,500m (4921 ft). Swim in the turquoise pools, snap photos from the top tier, and opt to hike in the jungle to spot monkeys.
- Bridge on the River Kwai Visit: Take in a piece of World War II history on this visit. We're sure you've seen or at least heard of the famous movie "Bridge on the River Kwai." Well, now you can tour the real thing. It's massive, majestic, and imposing, offering fabulous views of the river below.
Explore the Allied War Cemetery and the Thai-Burmese Railway Centre to learn more about the area's history. Travel to Ayutthaya and visit the historical sites of the old capital city. In the evening board an overnight train to Chiang Mai.
Included Meals:
Breakfast
Included Experiences
- Thai/Burma Railway Centre and Allied War Cemetery Visit: Visit the Thai-Burmese Railway Museum to learn about the Death Railway's dark history, and the Allied War Cemetery where more than 6,000 prisoners are buried.
- Temple Ruins Tour: Visit the ruins of Ayutthaya, which served as Thailand’s capital from the 14th to 18th centuries, when it ranked as one of the most magnificent cities in the world. Located 86km (53 mi) north of Bangkok, the ruins of this UNESCO World Heritage Site include stunning pagodas and Buddha images.
- Basic Overnight Train (beds): Experience overnight travel like a local. Sit back and get some well-earned (and likely much-needed) rest en route to your next stop.
Arrive in Chiang Mai and explore the city. Visit Doi Suthep in the afternoon. Chiang Mai is a vibrant city with heaps to see and do. Famous for its night market and cooking classes, it's a feat to fit it all in. Experience the flavours and scents of traditional northern Thai cuisine by pre-booking the Northern Thai Cooking Class.
Accommodation:
Chiang Mai Gate Hotel
Included Experiences
- Chiang Mai Old Town Orientation Walk: Walk the inner Old Town of Chiang Mai with your CEO who will point out the basic landmarks and points of interest.
- Chiang Mai Street Food Crawl: Bring your appetite and your wallet. The CEO will bring the group to the best spots to eat and teach everyone about the local street food. Yum!
- Free Time: Use free time here to make the most of your time in Chiang Mai.
- Doi Suthep Temple Visit: Visit Wat Phra That Doi Suthep, a golden Buddhist temple outside of Chiang Mai on the Mt Doi Suthep. Climb 300 steps to reach the temple and be rewarded with an unforgettable view. Admire the many Buddhist relics at this sacred temple and visit the white elephant shrine. Legend has it that the location of the temple was chosen after a white elephant carried a relic to the mountain and trumpeted three times before dying on the spot. Also, with a little luck, you may witness the chanting of the monks.
Optional Experiences
- Half-Day Chiang Mai Cycling Tour: This half-day ride takes you on a memorable tour of the countryside's most interesting sights. Go beyond the city to see Buddhist temples, local markets and organic farms. Just off the beaten track, you'll get a sense of how the locals live and see Chiang Mai from a totally different view.
- Street Food Walk at Chiang Mai Night Market: Pick up a a souvenir at this shopper's paradise. Wander through the market to find music, food, and local artists selling handmade crafts.
Take a full free day to relax or explore the countryside of northern Thailand. Chiang Mai is a vibrant city with heaps to see and do. Famous for its night market, it's a feat to fit it all in. Experience the flavours and scents of traditional northern Thai cuisine by pre-booking the Northern Thai Cooking Class.
Accommodation:
Chiang Mai Gate Hotel
Included Meals:
Breakfast
Included Experiences
- Free Time: Use free time here to make the most of your time in Chiang Mai.
Optional Experiences
- Half-Day Chiang Mai Cycling Tour: This half-day ride takes you on a memorable tour of the countryside's most interesting sights. Go beyond the city to see Buddhist temples, local markets and organic farms. Just off the beaten track, you'll get a sense of how the locals live and see Chiang Mai from a totally different view.
- Northern Thai Cooking Class: Channel your inner chef with a home-style Thai cooking class. Take a trip to the market with your teacher and learn about regional flavours as you pick out fresh ingredients. Head back to the cozy kitchen for a hands-on lesson in whipping up delicious local favourites like hot and sour soup, green curry, and sticky rice.
- Street Food Walk at Chiang Mai Night Market: Pick up a a souvenir at this shopper's paradise. Wander through the market to find music, food, and local artists selling handmade crafts.
Enjoy a free morning in Chiang Mai, then fly to Bangkok to enjoy a night out in the city.
Accommodation:
Hotel Royal Bangkok @ Chinatown
Included Meals:
Breakfast
Included Experiences
- Plane: Look! Up in the sky! It's a bird! It's a plane! It's... yup, it is a plane, actually.
Catch a morning flight to Chumphon, then transfer by minivan to Chumphon Pier. Spend leisure time at the beach there and opt to have lunch on your own at a restaurant near the port. Then, board a ferry to the tropical island of Koh Tao. Upon arrival enjoy free time to relax on the beach or become acquainted with the bustling little town.
Accommodation:
Wind Beach Resort
Included Meals:
Breakfast
Included Experiences
- Plane: Catch a short morning flight from DMK Airport in Bangkok to Chumphon Airport.
- Ferry: Get to the next spot on your route aboard a convenient and efficient ferry boat.
- Free Time: Get to know the island with some free time and opt to eat dinner at one of the restaurants on your own.
Enjoy a full-day snorkelling excursion from Koh Tao with stops at Koh Nang Yuan, Mango Bay, Hin Wong Bay, Ao Leuk, and Shark Bay. Have an included lunch on board and use free time to explore the island beaches. Return to the hotel in the evening to spend a free night in Koh Tao. Known as ‘turtle island’ in English, Koh Tao's beach bars and hotels come alive at night with many chances awaiting for you to share your tales of the days activities over a cold beer or two. A mask, snorkel and life jacket are included during the snorkel trip. If you wish to use fins, they are available to rent on the boat.
Accommodation:
Wind Beach Resort
Included Meals:
Breakfast, Lunch
Included Experiences
- Full-Day Snorkelling Excursion Koh Tao & Koh Nang Yuan: Spend a full-day out on the water. The group will be picked up from the hotel in the morning after breakfast and transferred to Mae Haad Pier where everyone will board the boat. The first stop will be Koh Nang Yuan. Here, you will have time to relax on the beach, climb up the mountain to savour the view, or swim a short distance to snorkel the Japanese Garden. Second stop is to Mango Bay where a buffet-style lunch will be served on board. Afterwards, snorkel in Hin Wong Bay, Ao Leuk, and Shark Bay before returning to Mae Head Pier.
After breakfast take a ferry to nearby Koh PhaNgan and spend a free afternoon on the island. Opt to explore the nearby waterfalls, swim in lagoons, take a short hike, or relax by the water. Dinner this evening is included at a local restaurant.
Accommodation:
Salad Beach Resort
Included Meals:
Breakfast, Dinner
Included Experiences
- Ferry: Enjoy a ferry ride from Mae Head Pier to Koh PhaNgan. Then transfer to the hotel which is about 20-30 minutes from the pier.
- Free Time: Don't waste a minute— start exploring on arrival.
Optional Experiences
- Koh Pha-Ngan Waterfalls Exploration: Hike to some local waterfalls and marvel at their beauty.
- Swimming: Jump in and enjoy the turquoise waters around Koh Pha Ngan.
- Yoga and Meditation Courses: Get your inner Om on and take part in some of the more relaxing activities offered on the island.
- Hiking : Head out on some trails to explore the island at your own pace.
Enjoy a full free day to make the most of your remaining time on Ko Pha-Ngan.
Accommodation:
Salad Beach Resort
Included Meals:
Breakfast
Included Experiences
- Free Time: Get out and explore— the whole day is yours.
Optional Experiences
- Koh Pha-Ngan Waterfalls Exploration: Hike to some local waterfalls and marvel at their beauty.
- Yoga and Meditation Courses: Get your inner Om on and take part in some of the more relaxing activities offered on the island.
- Hiking : Head out on some trails to explore the island at your own pace.
- Swimming: Jump in and enjoy the turquoise waters around Koh Pha Ngan.
Enjoy breakfast before departing Koh Pha Ngan. Board a ferry and transfer to Koh Samui and spend the remainder of the day on your own exploring this tropical paradise.
Accommodation:
Fair House Beach Resort
Included Meals:
Breakfast
Included Experiences
- Free Time: Kick back and relax on the biggest of the eastern islands.
- Ferry: Get to the next spot on your route aboard a convenient and efficient ferry boat.
Optional Experiences
- Stand Up Paddleboarding at Koh Samui: Glide your way along Ko Samui's coastline on a stand-up paddleboard. The water in this area is generally calm and always warm, you'll be tempted to jump off for a swim.
Today you will be exploring Ang Thong National Park on a full-day boating excursion with lunch and snorkelling by the beach included. Swim in the park's clear waters, photograph the lush island's rising out of the sea, and learn about the area's biodiversity. Afterwards, transfer back to the hotel and spend an evening at leisure.
Accommodation:
Fair House Beach Resort
Included Meals:
Breakfast, Lunch
Included Experiences
- Free Time: Spend the evening on your own, opt to grab a bite to eat at a local restaurant.
- Ang Thong Marine Park Island Hopping Tour: Ang Thong National Marine Park is a protected nature area consisting of over 40 islands. All of the islands are uninhabited and undeveloped except for one. This full-day leisure excursion through the astonishing archipelago offers plenty of time to immerse yourself in the landscape.
After breakfast at the hotel the group will transfer to the Koh Samui Airport and board a flight to Bangkok. The tour ends upon arrival to the Suvarnabhumi Airport.
Included Meals:
Breakfast
Included Experiences
- Plane: Board a flight back to Bangkok from Koh Samui.
Trip Inclusions
- Stay overnight on a traditional floating raft house.
- See the pagodas and ruins of Ayutthaya.
- Hear monks chanting in golden Buddhist temples.
- Explore idyllic lagoons and waterfalls on Koh Phangan.
- Kick back at beach bars in Koh Tao.
- Your Welcome Moment: Meet Your CEO and Group
- Wat Pho visit
- Klong riverboat tour
- Erawan Falls and Bridge on the River Kwai visit (Kanchanaburi)
- Thai-Burma Railway Centre and Allied War Cemetery visit
- Temple ruins tour (Ayutthaya)
- Doi Suthep temple visit (Chiang Mai)
- Internal Flights
- Snorkelling excursion (Koh Tao)
- Ang Thong Marine Park Island Hopping Tour
- Free time on spectacular beaches
- Internal flight
- All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
- Train, local bus, private vehicle, walking, plane, ferry
- CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout
- Hotels/guesthouses (11 Nights), Rafthouse (1 Night), Sleeper Train (1 Night)
- A variety of styles of hotels/guest houses are used on this trip. In many instances they might not be like what you are used to back home as service and efficiency can vary. In some areas we stay in simple local guest houses in stunning locations - rooms are small and simple and there may only be shared toilet facilities and showers.
- 12 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 2 dinners
- Accommodation, itinerary and inclusions subject to change.
- Price is for land, cruise and internal flights as specified. Flights not specified are not included.
Operator
G Adventures came from a desire to deliver authentic and responsible small group travel adventures that were equally life-changing for travellers and the communities they visit. And we’re been doing just that for almost 30 years. Our award-winning trips span seven continents and over 100 countries, giving you meaningful more experiences with people, cultures, landscapes and wildlife, as well as offering you the freedom and flexibility to explore on your own.
On all of our tours, you get to know locals every step of the way, from the places you visit and stay to where you eat and drink. You’ll also get to experience our ‘G for Good’ social impact initiatives on-trip, including our industry-leading ‘Ripple Score’. This score measures, as a percentage, the amount of money that stays in the local community through on-trip services like accommodation, restaurants and transport.
On all of our tours, you get to know locals every step of the way, from the places you visit and stay to where you eat and drink. You’ll also get to experience our ‘G for Good’ social impact initiatives on-trip, including our industry-leading ‘Ripple Score’. This score measures, as a percentage, the amount of money that stays in the local community through on-trip services like accommodation, restaurants and transport.
Trip Style: Classic
Get the best of both worlds with G's Classic trips as your knowledgeable CEO (Chief Experience Officer) leads you to iconic highlights and hidden gems, while ample free time lets you discover what excites you most. Enjoy included meals showcasing local flavours, plus opportunities to dive deeper into the food scene independently. Stay in comfortable hotels, authentic homestays, and unique accommodations that capture the spirit of each destination.
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Saturday
09 May 2026
09 May 26
Bangkok
Friday
22 May 2026
22 May 26
Bangkok
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16 May 2026
16 May 26
Bangkok
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29 May 2026
29 May 26
Bangkok
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23 May 2026
23 May 26
Bangkok
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05 Jun 2026
05 Jun 26
Bangkok
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30 May 2026
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Bangkok
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12 Jun 2026
12 Jun 26
Bangkok
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Tour & cruises prices are per person. Prices shown have savings applied, are subject to availability and may be withdrawn at any time without notice. Pricing and trip details are correct at this point in time, however are subject to confirmation at the time of booking and are subject to change by G Adventures. For cruise itineraries, cabin images are sourced from the cruise-line and should be treated as indicative only. Cabin inclusions, upholsteries and room layout may differ to the image(s) shown depending on the ship selected and your sailing dates.
Tour & cruises prices are per person. Prices shown have savings applied, are subject to availability and may be withdrawn at any time without notice. Pricing and trip details are correct at this point in time, however are subject to confirmation at the time of booking and are subject to change by G Adventures. For cruise itineraries, cabin images are sourced from the cruise-line and should be treated as indicative only. Cabin inclusions, upholsteries and room layout may differ to the image(s) shown depending on the ship selected and your sailing dates.
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