Discover Thailand: Culture, Nature & Island Escape (Bangkok-Chiang Mai-Phuket)
Duration
11 days
Max Group Size
8
Departure Type
Request
Guiding Method
Partially guided
Physical level
easy
Operated In
English
Tour Overview
Discover Thailand’s most iconic destinations on this 11-day journey through Bangkok, Chiang Mai, and Phuket. Experience the country’s rich culture through majestic temples, traditional Lanna cuisine, and meaningful encounters with elephants in northern Thailand. Conclude your adventure in Phuket, where stunning beaches and island scenery offer the perfect tropical escape.
Route
Starts from
Bangkok
Ends in
Phuket
Highlights
Itinerary
- Arrival in Bangkok and meet your guide at the arrival hall and be transferred to your hotel.
- The rest of the day is free time at leisure.
Overnight in Bangkok
Today's touring will include the following sites and activities:
- Visit the Grand Palace, Thailand’s most famous royal landmark and former residence of Thai kings.
- Explore Wat Phra Kaew, home to the Emerald Buddha and notable structures such as the Golden Chedi, Chakri Kings Pantheon, and the Eight Coloured Towers
- Continue to Wat Pho, known as Thailand’s first center of public education and the birthplace of traditional Thai massage.
- Afternoon long-tail boat excursion along the Chao Phraya River and through Bangkok’s historic canals (klongs).
- Stop at Wat Arun, one of Bangkok’s most iconic riverside temples.
- Visit the vibrant Pak Khlong Talat to see a wide variety of orchids and tropical flowers and observe the making of traditional Thai flower garlands.
- End the day at Wat Saket for panoramic views over the city.
Overnight in Bangkok
Depart from Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK) to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX)
- After checking out of the hotel, meet your driver in the hotel lobby and transfer to Suvarnabhumi International Airport for your flight to Chiang Mai International Airport.
- Upon arrival at the airport, meet your guide at the arrival hall and be transferred to your hotel.
Khantoke Dinner
A Khantoke Dinner is a traditional Lanna-style meal, featuring a round wooden tray (Khantoke) filled with Northern Thai dishes, served while guests enjoy cultural performances. Originating from the Lanna Kingdom, this dining experience offers a blend of delicious cuisine, music, and dance, making it a must-try in Chiang Mai.
Elephant Jungle Sanctuary - Half Day Morning (Join in activities)
- 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 Perform physical examination on the elephants.
- 10:30 Observe the elephants while they enjoy their time in the mud.
- 11:00 Walk with the elephants to a river and observe our mahout 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.
Afternoon at leisure
Depart from Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) to Phuket International Airport (HKT)
- After checking out of the hotel, meet your driver in the hotel lobby and transfer to Chiang Mai Airport for your flight to Phuket International Airport (HKT).
- Upon arrival at the airport, meet your guide at the arrival hall and be transferred to your hotel.
Overnight in Phuket
Phuket Explorer
- Sightseeing to see the highlighted beaches and visit a stunning Big Buddha.
- Further to Phuket Old Town to walk along the historic road where represent the Phuketian
Half day tour
Duration : 09:00 – 15:00 Hrs.
- 09:00 Depart from your hotel and drive along the coast to view some of Asia’s most beautiful beaches.
- 09:30 Visit the most beautiful viewpoint Promthep Cape is stunning sweeping view over the Andaman Sea
- 10:00 Arrive Nakkerd Hill where you will visit the stunning “Big Buddha”. Here you will also enjoy a marvelous view over Chalong and southern Phuket. Then, proceed to Wat Chalong, Phuket’s most revered monastery.
- 11:30 Enjoy a visit to a traditional cashew nut factory. Hopefully, The smells and taste of these freshly made cashew nuts will not spoil your appetite for lunch.
- 12:00 Visit the Gems Gallery The local gemstone shop for local souvenirs and gift
- 13:00 Visit Phuket Old Town “Thalang Road” is famed for its Chino Portuguese architecture,
- 13:30 Return to your hotel.
- 14:00 Lunch at local restaurant
- 14:30 Return to your hotel.
- 15:00 Arrive your hotel
Overnight in Phuket
Time : 07:30 - 17:00 hrs. (Private Transfer & Join Tour)
Today's touring will include the following sites and activities:
- By Join Speed Boat to Phi Phi Don island.
- Enjoy a swim/snorkel stop at its beach. To Phi Phi Ley, famous for its birds nests
Overnight in Phuket
Free Day at Leisure
Overnight in Phuket
Free Day at Leisure
Overnight in Phuket
Free Day at Leisure
Overnight in Phuket
Transfer from hotel to Phuket International Airport (HKT)
After checking out of the hotel, meet your driver in the hotel lobby and transfer to Phuket International Airport for your flight to your destination.
Trip includes
Included
Bangkok
- Century Park Hotel - Superior room
Chiang Mai
- RatiLanna Riverside Spa Resort Chiang Mai - Deluxe room
Phuket
- The Nature Phuket - Deluxe room
*Accommodation in hotels is subject to availability. If the listed hotel is fully booked, alternative accommodation will be offered *
Guiding Method
Partially guided
English- Day 1 : No
- Day 2 : B, L
- Day 3 : B, D
- Day 4 : L
- Day 5 : B
- Day 6 : B, L
- Day 7 - 11 : B
- Tours, Transfers with English speaking guide ( different guide in each place)
- Accommodation in Double & Twin sharing room with daily breakfast
- All admission fees on the above tour mentioned
- Meals as indicated in program
- Service charge and current government tax
- Tour price could be subject to change if increase of fuel cost
- Program could be subject to change due to local conditions
- Non-refundable for unused services, splitting of package is not allowed
- Normal check-in time at hotel is 14:00hrs & check-out time at hotel is 12:00hrs noon
- All rates are Net (non-commissionable)
CONDITIONS:
Service Cancellation
- Free cancellation 30 days in advance
- Less than 30 days 50% charge
- Less than 7 days 100% charge
Deposit Requirement
- Full prepayment 30 days before arrival ( dd-mmm-yyyy )
NO REFUNDS:
- Please note that no refunds will be made for any services provided in the package that your clients do not use.
NOTES FOR POLITE DRESS:
- For visiting temples and cultural sites, ladies should wear short-sleeved top with full-length trousers or knee-length skirts. Gentlemen should wear trousers and short-sleeved shirts for religious reasons. No sandals or flip-flops are allowed.
Disclaimer:
- Experience Asia acts as an intermediary between transportation and airline companies, hotels, tourist offices and all other contractors providing services for tourists. Additional expenses incurred due to delays, accidents, natural disaster, political action and unrest must be borne by the clients. Programs and tours prices are based on the situation at the time of printing this proposal and could be subject to change due to local conditions. Participation in our tour programs implies the client’s agreement to the above. We reserve the right to amend or alter any of the conditions herein without notice from time to time and at its sole discretion.
Excluded
- Tour price could be subject to change if increase of fuel cost
- Program could be subject to change due to local conditions
- Non-refundable for unused services, splitting of package is not allowed
- Normal check-in time at hotel is 14:00hrs & check-out time at hotel is 12:00hrs noon
- All rates are Net (non-commissionable)
CONDITIONS:
Service Cancellation
- Free cancellation 30 days in advance
- Less than 30 days 50% charge
- Less than 7 days 100% charge
Deposit Requirement
- Full prepayment 30 days before arrival ( dd-mmm-yyyy )
NO REFUNDS:
- Please note that no refunds will be made for any services provided in the package that your clients do not use.
NOTES FOR POLITE DRESS:
- For visiting temples and cultural sites, ladies should wear short-sleeved top with full-length trousers or knee-length skirts. Gentlemen should wear trousers and short-sleeved shirts for religious reasons. No sandals or flip-flops are allowed.
Disclaimer:
- Experience Asia acts as an intermediary between transportation and airline companies, hotels, tourist offices and all other contractors providing services for tourists. Additional expenses incurred due to delays, accidents, natural disaster, political action and unrest must be borne by the clients. Programs and tours prices are based on the situation at the time of printing this proposal and could be subject to change due to local conditions. Participation in our tour programs implies the client’s agreement to the above. We reserve the right to amend or alter any of the conditions herein without notice from time to time and at its sole discretion.
- Thailand Visa
- International and Domestic air-tickets
- Early check in & late check out at hotels
- Private transfer surcharge: Pick-up time at Airport for flight scheduled to arrive between 22.00 – 06.00 hrs or departure from Hotel to Airport between 22.00 – 06.00 hrs.
- Expenditure of a personal nature i.e. laundry, telephone bills, drinks, souvenirs etc.
- Other meals and all beverages & drinks
- Supplement charge for festivals and special events upon arrival
- No guide and driver standby on free day
- Optional tours
- Tips/Gratuities to guides, drivers, airport and hotel porters
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