Classic Thailand - West Coast
Itinerary
Arrive at any time.
- 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.
- Life along the canals: 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.
- Erawan Waterfall: Seven tiers of turquoise: 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.
- Echoes of the River Kwai: 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 stands as a massive, solemn reminder of the region's past, offering expansive 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- Free Time: Use free time here to make the most of your time in Chiang Mai.
- 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.
- Plane: Look! Up in the sky! It's a bird! It's a plane! It's... yup, it is a plane, actually.
Fly to Trang and board a ferry to tiny Ko Ngai, a pristine paradise. Opt to relax or snorkel in the waters of these beautiful beaches.
- Plane: Look! Up in the sky! It's a bird! It's a plane! It's... yup, it is a plane, actually.
- Ferry: Get to the next spot on your route aboard a convenient and efficient ferry boat.
- Free Time: Get out and explore the tranquil beaches in the area.
Enjoy an included snorkelling trip to nearby Ko Chueak and experience the amazing Emerald Cave of Ko Mook.
- Trang Islands Snorkelling Tour: Get to know the local marine life with this included snorkelling tour around the unspoilt Trang Islands. Hop over to Ko Chueak to experience the idyllic waters, admire scenic Ko Kradan, and explore the amazing Emerald Cave of Ko Mook.
Take a public speedboat/ferry or longtail boat to the secluded island of Ko Lanta. Enjoy some free time before a beachside dinner this evening at your accommodation.
- Free Time: Opt to relax, or get out and explore.
- Ferry: Get to the next spot on your route aboard a convenient and efficient ferry boat.
Spend the day on Ko Lanta. Opt for a day trip to nearby Ko Rok. Opt for a day trip to nearby Ko Rok where you can snorkel at Ko Rok's national park, trek to a view point and enjoy a picnic lunch.
- Free Time: Explore all this place has to offer.
- Ko Rok Day Trip: Head to Ko Rok for the day. Opt to snorkel in Ko Rok's national park, trek to a view point and enjoy a picnic lunch.
Transfer to Ao Nang in Krabi. Enjoy free time exploring the small town or relaxing on its beautiful beaches.
- Free Time: Set out to explore your beautiful surroundings.
- Snorkelling: Grab a mask and snorkel and get to know the local marine life.
- Kayaking: Head out to enjoy the scenery from sea level. Get a little exercise in this tropical paradise.
Spend a free day in the area. This area boasts plenty of activities such as kayaking, snorkelling, jungle trekking, or whitewater rafting. Opt to visit Railay Beach, or head out on a snorkelling trip.
Discover the idyllic beaches of the Phi Phi islands by pre-booking the Phi Phi Island Tour by Speed Boat extra.
- Free Time: Get out and explore.
- Snorkelling: Grab a mask and snorkel and get to know the local marine life.
- Kayaking: Head out to enjoy the scenery from sea level. Get a little exercise in this tropical paradise.
- Phi Phi Island Tour By Speed Boat: Traverse the Phi Phi Archipelago to discover idyllic beaches and sparkling turquoise waters. Stop to snorkel at Loh Samah Bay and see the wildlife at Monkey Beach. From the boat, view the iconic Maya Bay, made famous by the Leonardo DiCaprio film, The Beach. Stop at the glittering lagoon, Pileh Bay. Secluded by limestone cliffs rising majestically from the water, this hidden paradise is the perfect spot for swimming and exploring. Once you've built up an appetite, head to the lively Phi Phi Don for a buffet lunch, catching a glimpse of Viking Cave en route. End the day in the picturesque setting of Bamboo Island, where you can opt to snorkel or relax on the white sands. Please note that this tour does not include the National Park fee which is required by law to be paid directly to the park ranger.
This morning transfer to Krabi airport for a flight back to Bangkok. Tour ends on arrival. Please book any onward international travel to be no earlier than 15:00.
- Plane: Look! Up in the sky! It's a bird! It's a plane! It's... yup, it is a plane, actually.
Trip Inclusions
- Climb up the seven-tiered Erawan Waterfalls.
- Explore ancient ruins in the old capital city of Ayutthaya.
- Trek through rainforest trails in Ko Ngai.
- Relax on deserted beaches.
- See stunning limestone karsts in Ao Nang.
- 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
- Beach dinner (Ko Lanta)
- Half-day snorkelling boat trip through the Trang Islands (Ko Ngai)
- Free time on spectacular beaches
- All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
- Train, air-con bus/minivan, walking, plane, long tail boat, ferry
- CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, local guides
- Hotels (11 Nights), Rafthouse (1 Night), Sleeper Train (1 Night)
- 12 breakfasts, 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.
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