Overview
Why do some families go all the way to Thailand just to lie on the beach? We don't know either. Our family adventure mixes a whole lot of bona fide Thai experiences – everything from a longboat tour of Bangkok, a meeting with a hill tribe community, a cooking class in Chiang Mai and a sombre visit to the infamous bridge over the River Kwai – with a little bit of sand and surf, too. Hey, even the Buddha reclined and relaxed once in a while, right?
Trip Length
12 Days
Trip Starts
Bangkok
Trip Ends
Bangkok
Departures
Jun 2026 to Dec 2028
Countries Visited:
Trip Style
Family
Budget
Affordable
Age Range
6-99 Years
Max. Group Size
20
Pace
Leisurely
Guide Style
Fully Guided
Tour Code
ATFF
Itinerary
Arrive in Bangkok. Arrival transfer included.
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.
Guided longboat tour of Bangkok's klongs and Wat Po. Opt to visit Grand Palace, National Museum or Siam Ocean World. You have free time this afternoon to enjoy this bustling city. Shoppers could spend weeks sifting through Bangkok’s malls and open-air markets.
Accommodation:
Hotel Royal Bangkok @ Chinatown
Included Meals:
Breakfast
Included Experiences
- Wat Po Guided Tour: Immerse yourself in Thai Buddhist culture and visit the famous giant 46m (151ft) reclining Buddha, covered in gold leaf. Relax with a traditional Thai massage at the country’s leading school of massage at Wat Po.
- 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.
- Free Time: Enjoy some free time to enjoy this bustling metropolis. Stroll through one of Bangkok’s many malls and open-air markets, and pick up something if you'd like.
Optional Experiences
- Siam Ocean World Visit: Enjoy seeing marine life up close at this impressive aquarium, one of the largest in Southeast Asia.
- National Museum Visit: See Thai artifacts on display from the Dvaravati, Srivijaya, Sukhothai and Ayutthaya periods as well as other Southeast Asian collections. Please note the cost of this optional activity does not include the entrance fee.
- Grand Palace Visit: Visit the King’s official residence (made up of many buildings, halls, lawns, gardens, and courtyards) on the banks of the Chao Phraya River and see the Temple of the Emerald Buddha. Please note the cost of this optional activity does not include the entrance fee.
Explore Experiences
Grand Palace
Transfer to Kanchanaburi. Visit the Bridge over the River Kwai and explore Erawan National Park.
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 Experiences
River Kwai Bridge
Visit the temple complex of Ayutthaya before catching an overnight train to Chiang Mai.
Included Meals:
Breakfast
Included Experiences
- Ayutthaya Historical Park Guided Tour: Explore the ruins of Ayutthaya, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Ayuthaya served as Thailand’s capital from the 14th to 18th centuries, when it ranked as one of the most magnificent cities in the world. Late in the 17th century its population reached one million, and foreign visitors wrote awestruck accounts of its size and splendour.
- 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.
Explore Experiences
Ayutthaya
Enjoy a city tour of Chiang Mai and visit Wat Phra That Doi Suthep temple, spectacularly situated on a mountaintop at an altitude of 3,520 feet.
Accommodation:
Duangtawan Hotel Chiang Mai
Included Meals:
Breakfast
Included Experiences
- Chiang Mai City Tour: Enjoy a tour of spectacular Chiang Mai, a delightful city surrounded by rolling hills and filled with impressive architecture. Explore the great cafes, shops and accommodations of the old city; an important Buddhist centre since the 14th century, it is home to more than 300 temples. Many visitors come here to attend meditation retreats, massage classes or yoga lessons.
- 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.
Explore Experiences
Doi Suthep
Take part in a Thai cooking class and enjoy some free time to explore the city.
Accommodation:
Duangtawan Hotel Chiang Mai
Included Meals:
Breakfast, Lunch
Included Experiences
- Free Time: Enjoy some free time exploring the temples, ancient ruins, and meditation centres of this spectacular city.
- Cooking Class: Pick out the best ingredients at a local market and learn how to make delicious Thai dishes.
Fly to Phuket and transfer to your hotel. Enjoy free time to enjoy the beach and relax. Spend 4 nights in this tropical paradise taking boat rides, exploring its many beaches, and participating in all the water sports it has to offer. Rightfully famous for its delicious fresh seafood, indulge in fresh fish, crab, and squid.
Accommodation:
Centara Kata Resort Phuket
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.
- Free Time: Lie back and catch a few rays or go for a swim in the gorgeous blue water of this tropical paradise.
Free day to relax on the beach and explore Phuket.
Accommodation:
Centara Kata Resort Phuket
Included Meals:
Breakfast
Included Experiences
- Free Time: Lie back and catch a few rays or go for a swim in the gorgeous blue water of this tropical paradise.
Fly to Bangkok. Free afternoon in Bangkok. You have time to finish up any last minute shopping. There will be time for one last optional meal with all of our new found friends.
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.
- Free Time: Finish some last minute shopping in this shoppers' paradise, or simply explore the city.
Depart at any time.
Included Meals:
Breakfast
Trip Inclusions
- Get caught up in the bustle of Bangkok.
- Take in the scenery at ancient Ayutthaya.
- Wander through colourful Chiang Mai.
- Relax on the beach in Phuket.
- Your Welcome Moment: Meet Your CEO and Group
- Your Foodie Moment: Cooking Class, Chiang Mai
- Arrival transfer
- Guided tour of Bangkok klongs and Wat Po
- Temple visits in Ayutthaya
- Bridge on the River Kwai visit and Erawan National Park
- Wat Phra That Doi Suthep
- Free time on Phuket beaches
- Train, plane, ferry, private van, walking
- CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, local guides
- Hotels (10 Nights), Sleeper Train (1 Night)
- Accommodation for family trips has been chosen to give the best location and facilities for your family. They may vary depending on the location and destination, but designed to give the most comfortable experience while travelling.
- You and your family will generally be sharing rooms on a twin or triple share basis. These rooms will be either adjoining or located at close proximity to each other.
- Families will be roomed together and not with other families everywhere we stay. If you have any special hotel requests at the time of booking, let us know and we will do what we can to accommodate them.
- 11 breakfasts, 1 lunch
- 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: Family
G's Family Tours are designed for younger travellers, offering age-appropriate activities, family friendly accommodations, and guides who know how to engage both children and adults. With a focus on culture through language, food, sports, and crafts, these trips create space for learning, connection, and fun. Travelling alongside other families, children make fast friends and everyone leaves with lasting memories.
Dates & Pricing
USD
Sunday
21 Jun 2026
21 Jun 26
Bangkok
Thursday
02 Jul 2026
02 Jul 26
Bangkok
Details
Definite Departure
Our Price
US$1,999
Twin Share (Per Personpp)
Sold Out
Sunday
28 Jun 2026
28 Jun 26
Bangkok
Thursday
09 Jul 2026
09 Jul 26
Bangkok
Details
Definite Departure
Our Price
US$1,999
Twin Share (Per Personpp)
Note
A definite departure means minimum numbers have been reached for this departure to operate. Your Global Journeys Travel Advisor will check the availability of your departure date when you Inquire. Additional savings may apply. T&C’s apply.
A definite departure means minimum numbers have been reached for this departure to operate. Your Global Journeys Travel Advisor will check the availability of your departure date when you Inquire. Additional savings may apply. T&C’s apply.
Note
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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