Upon arrival at Bangkok airport, you’ll be greeted and transferred to your hotel. The glorious history of Thailand’s capital, Bangkok, is closely linked to the Chakri dynasty, which still reigns but does not rule. You’ll settle into the hotel and have free time to relax. Overnight in Bangkok.

After breakfast, you’ll visit the Grand Royal Palace, dedicated to the ceremonies of the royal family of Thailand. Within the same compound, you’ll find the magnificent Wat Phra Kaew, known for the Statue of the Emerald Buddha. After exploring this complex, you’ll continue to Wat Pho, home to the giant Reclining Buddha. Next, you’ll visit Wat Traimit, renowned for the Golden Buddha.

In the afternoon, you’ll board a long tail boat for an excursion along the Chao Phraya River and through many bustling interior canals, offering fantastic views of local life up close. Along the way, you’ll stop at Wat Arun, the Temple of Dawn. Afterward, you’ll return to the hotel for some free time to relax. You’ll stay overnight in Bangkok.

Early in the morning, you’ll drive southwest of Bangkok to visit the Maeklong Railway Market, where you’ll take photos and enjoy a local snack before driving to Damnoen Saduak, a rural floating market. You’ll stop for a long-tailed boat trip along the waterways to the picturesque floating market of Damnoen Saduak. Then, you’ll continue on the road to the city of Kanchanaburi. Upon arrival, you’ll visit the World War II memorial, including the Jeath War Museum and the Cemetery. Lunch will be served at a floating restaurant next to the Kwai River Bridge (at your own expense). Afterward, you’ll continue to Wang Pho for a train ride along the railway, where you’ll enjoy beautiful river views for about 30 minutes. You’ll stay overnight in Kanchanaburi.

In the morning, you’ll depart for Ayutthaya, which takes a little over an hour to reach the former Thai capital. You’ll witness the glory of the ancient capital through its temple and palace ruins. First, you’ll visit Wat Phu Khao Thong, or the ‘Monastery of the Golden Mount,’ located just outside Ayutthaya. Then, you’ll proceed to the ancient palace and Wat Phra Si Sanphet. You’ll also visit Viharn Phra Mongkol Bopit, home to one of the largest bronze Buddhas in Thailand. Lunch will be at your own expense. Afterwards, you’ll visit Wat Lokaya Sutha, which enshrines a large reclining Buddha image. You’ll stay overnight in Ayutthaya.

In the morning, you’ll visit the Bang Pa-In Summer Palace, built during the Ayutthaya era. The palace showcases an eclectic collection of buildings that blend European, Khmer, Thai, and Chinese architectural styles. It’s the favourite summer palace of the King. After your visit, you’ll transfer back to Bangkok for your flight to Chiang Rai. Upon arrival, you’ll be picked up and transferred to your hotel. The remaining time will be yours to enjoy at your own pleasure. You’ll stay overnight in Chiang Rai.

After breakfast, you’ll visit the local market to discover local products. Next, you’ll visit the world-famous Wat Phra Kaew, where the Emerald Buddha image was once enshrined. You’ll then move on to Wat Phra Singh, where one of Thailand’s most beautiful Buddha images is now enshrined. After a short drive from Chiang Rai City, you’ll arrive at Black House. Baan Dam (Black House) is the unique creation of national artist Thawan Duchanee. Part art studio, part museum, part home, Baan Dam is an eclectic mix of traditional northern Thai buildings interspersed with some outlandish modern designs. You’ll have lunch on your own, and in the afternoon, you’ll embark on a boat cruise on the Mae Kok River from Chiang Rai to a Karen village, where you can watch or feed elephants. Afterward, you’ll transfer back to Chiang Rai. You’ll stay overnight in Chiang Rai.

After breakfast, you’ll drive to Chiang Saen, an ancient city located on the banks of the Khong River. Next, you’ll visit the Opium Museum, where you’ll learn about the history of opium in Thailand. You’ll have lunch on your own at a local restaurant in the Golden Triangle. Afterward, you’ll take a boat trip along the Mekong River to see where Thailand, Burma, and Laos meet at the Golden Triangle. In the afternoon, you’ll transfer directly to Chiang Mai for check-in and stay overnight in Chiang Mai.

After breakfast, you’ll spend the morning on a walking tour of the old town, with stops at the old wall, the moat, and a gate of the old town. You’ll see the most beautiful temples of Chiang Mai: Wat Phra Singh, Wat Phan Tao, and Wat Chedi Luang. Then, you’ll stroll along small streets lined with traditional houses and enjoy a rickshaw tour. Afterward, you’ll walk through the central market of Warorot. In the afternoon, you’ll visit Doi Suthep hill. To brighten up your evening, you’ll browse the Night Market on your own. You’ll stay overnight in Chiang Mai.

After breakfast, you’ll depart from your hotel in a private car for a day of trekking in the villages of the White Karen tribe. You’ll start with a walk in the jungle (around 2 hours) to the village, where you’ll meet and interact with the villagers.

You’ll then continue walking in the jungle (about an hour) to reach a beautiful waterfall, where you’ll enjoy a relaxing swim and a picnic lunch.

In the afternoon, you’ll take a pleasant bamboo raft ride along the river.

You’ll return to Chiang Mai around 5:00 – 5:30 PM and stay overnight in Chiang Mai.

Your time will be free until its time for transfer to the airport for flight return to Bangkok
and your onward connecting flight.