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Thailand Explorer

Tailor-Made Journey

Thailand Explorer

Explore Thailand's cultural highlights

An ever popular destination, Thailand has so much to offer the visitor, from historic palaces and temples, ancient ruins, tropical islands with white sand beaches, jungle, Hill Tribe villages, interesting culture, stunning scenery and delicious cuisine. See some of the highlights of this fascinating country on this sample itinerary. Start in the vibrant and bustling capital city of Bangkok before continuing to Kanchanaburi and seeing the famous Bridge over the River Kwai. Admire the beauty of the Erawan Waterfalls and see the Hellfire Pass before arriving at Chiang Mai and Chiang Rai, visiting the local Karen Hill Tribe people and taking a boat ride at the Golden Triangle. Your tour ends with some time to relax on the white sand beaches of Koh Samui.

Locations you will be visiting

  • bangkok temple dawn thailand

    Bangkok, Thailand

    Discover the sights and traditions for with this handy destination guide.

    2 Days

  • Erawan waterfall Thailand

    Kanchanaburi, Thailand

    Discover the sights and traditions for Kanchanaburi with this handy destination guide.

    2 Days

  • Ayutthaya Thailand

    Ayutthaya, Thailand

    Discover the sights and traditions for Ayutthaya with this handy destination guide.

    1 Day

  • Wat Phrathat Doi Suthep Chiang Mai Thailand

    Chiang Mai, Thailand

    Discover the sights and traditions for Chiang Mai with this handy destination guide.

    2 Days

  • Tea plantations Chiang Rai Thailand

    Chiang Rai, Thailand

    Discover the sights and traditions for Chiang Rai with this handy destination guide.

    2 Days

  • koh samui thailand

    Koh Samui, Thailand

    Discover the sights and traditions for Koh Samui with this handy destination guide.

    4 Days

YOUR TOUR ITINERARY

Thailand Explorer

16 day Tour Itinerary

An overview of your trip

DAY 1 Fly to Bangkok

Catch a flight from London to Bangkok.

  • Transport: Flight
DAY 2 Arrive Bangkok

On arrival, transfer to your hotel and check in.

DAY 3 Bangkok Tour

Enjoy a tour of Bangkok including a boat along the Chao Praya River to Wat Arun. Move on to the Grand Palace and Emerald Buddha. Experience an evening street food tour by tuk tuk.

  • Meals included: Breakfast, Dinner
DAY 4 Bangkok to Kanchanaburi

Drive to Kanchanaburi and stop at the Bridge over the River Kwai, to discover the history of this famous bridge.

  • Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch
  • Transport: Drive
DAY 5 Erawan Waterfall

Walk through the National Park to the stunning Erawan Waterfalls with their pools of turquoise waters.

  • Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch
DAY 6 Kanchanaburi to Ayutthaya

Journey to Ayutthaya to see the Bang Pa In Palace. In the afternoon explore the temples at Ayutthaya.

  • Meals included: Breakfast
  • Transport: Drive
DAY 7 Overnight Train to Chiang Mai

Visit the Buddhist sites of Wat Prananchoeng and Wat Chai Mongkol, and take the overnight train to Chiang Mai.

  • Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch
  • Transport: Train
DAY 8 Warorot Market

Explore the Warorot Market, and Wat Prathat Doi Suthep.

  • Meals included: Breakfast
DAY 9 Chiang Dao

Revel in some river rafting and a visit to a Karen Hill tribe village to see some of the indigenous peoples, including the ‘long-neck’.

  • Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch
DAY 10 Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai

Travel to Chiang Rai and visit the White and Blue Temples.

  • Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch
  • Transport: Drive
DAY 11 Golden Triangle

Discover the Golden Triangle area and take a long-tailed boat ride. Visit the old city of Chiang Saen.

  • Meals included: Breakfast,  Lunch
DAY 12 Chiang Rai to Koh Samui

Fly to Koh Samui and transfer to your hotel to enjoy the rest of the day at leisure.

  • Meals included: Breakfast
  • Transport: Flight
DAY 13 Koh Samui

Free at leisure to enjoy the powder white sands and crystal clear waters.

  • Meals included: Breakfast
DAY 14 Koh Samui

Day at leisure in Koh Samui.

  • Meals included: Breakfast
DAY 15 Koh Samui

Day at leisure in Koh Samui.

  • Meals included: Breakfast
DAY 16 Fly to UK

Transfer to the airport for your flight back to the UK.

  • Meals included: Breakfast
  • Transport: Airplane
Optional Extras - Cultural Experiences

There is some free time in your itinerary for you to explore on your own, or treat yourself to an excursion. Use the links below to create a to-do list, or, if you’d prefer us to book you onto one of these or any other excursions, please let us know when booking your tour.

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    Thailand

    Thailand: Damnoen Saduak Floating Market, Bangkok

    A morning tour to Damnoen Saduak Floating Market

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  • night explore by tuk tuk bangkok thailand
    Thailand

    Thailand: Tuk Tuk Tour, Bangkok

    See the sights of Bangkok on a tuk tuk tour

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  • Step fields Sapa Vietnam
    Vietnam

    Indochina: Explore Off the Beaten Track

    Discover off the beaten track in whatever country you are visiting. Go on your very own adventurous journey and meet the local tribes living deep within the mountains.

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  • Yoga experience Indochina
    Vietnam

    Indochina: Relax at a Yoga Retreat

    Join Yoga Retreat that emphasis on natural living, wellness and to truly release stress from your daily life.

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Sample Accommodation

3★ Ramada Plaza Menam Bangkok Riverside

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4★ U Inchantree Hotel, Kanchanaburi

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4★ Krungsri River Hotel, Ayutthaya

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4★ Ban Thai Village, Chiang Mai

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4★ The Legend Hotel, Chiang Rai

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3★ Malibu Resort and Beach Club, Koh Samui

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What's included:
  • International flights in economy class
  • Domestic flights in economy class
  • 3★ & 4★ accommodation on twin share basis
  • Transfers
  • Transportation
  • Tours as stated
  • Meals as specified
  • Airport taxes
  • Local tips
  • Personal spending
  • Travel insurance

Price from £4,199
(Prices are for minimum 2 passengers, sole passenger prices on request)
Land only from £3,199

Prices and products are subject to availability at the time of booking.

When making an enquiry or reservation we will request your contact details, however no payment will be required at this stage. We will contact you for payment details and to confirm your booking, your details and the details of those travelling with you along with any extras you’d like to add.

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