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 Thai royal family. It’s the most sacred, respected, and majestic place in Bangkok. The Grand Palace, or Royal Palace, is a complex of historical monuments built over centuries, including temples and official buildings still in use today.

Within the same compound, you’ll find the magnificent Wat Phra Kaew, renowned for its Emerald Buddha statue.

After exploring this complex, you’ll continue to Wat Pho, home to the giant Reclining Buddha. Wat Pho is one of the oldest and largest Buddhist temples in Bangkok, located on the eastern shore of the Chao Phraya River, south of the Grand Palace. The temple’s symbol is the famous Reclining Buddha statue, which represents Buddha on his deathbed. The statue is 45 meters long and 15 meters high, with feet inlaid with mother of pearl.

After lunch at a local restaurant (with the bill to be paid on the spot), you’ll take a walk through Chinatown, known as one of the busiest areas in Bangkok, famous for its various regional specialties. The dishes here are prepared with the freshest ingredients of the day. You’ll also visit Wat Traimit, known for the Golden Buddha.

In the afternoon, you’ll board a long-tail boat for a trip along the Chao Phraya River and the lively inner canals of Thonburi, offering fantastic views of local life. You’ll have the opportunity to snack, buy trinkets, or use the toilet at stops along the way. During the trip, you’ll stop at Wat Arun, the Temple of Dawn. You’ll return to the hotel for free time and stay overnight in Bangkok.

After breakfast at the hotel, you’ll take a short drive from the bustling streets of Bangkok, where the high-rise urban landscape dissolves into a lush green rural idyll. This full-day trip to Samut Songkhram Province, just an hour outside the capital, lets you experience the traditional charms of the Thai countryside.

Your day starts with a visit to the Mae Klong Railway Market, where a country market has sprung up along the tracks. When a train pulls in or out of the station, vendors quickly clear their stalls, only to set them up again moments later when the train has passed! From here, you’ll continue to the famous Damnoen Saduak Floating Market. Although quite touristy today, the market remains the best example of what a floating market was like decades ago. A relaxing paddle boat ride through the labyrinth of canals offers a chance to see the old part of the market and local life along the canal side. Once off the boat, you’ll enjoy strolling around the colorful marketplace bustling with boats and vendors selling tropical fruits and other delights.

If your visit falls on a Saturday or Sunday, you’ll have the option to choose between visiting Damnoen Saduak or the smaller, less touristy Tha Kha Floating Market, where a short paddle boat tour in the backwaters includes a visit to an old Thai house making coconut palm sugar.

Next, you’ll depart for Kanchanaburi, where you’ll have the chance to visit World War II memorials, including the Jeath War Museum and the Cemetery. Then, you’ll board a train for a scenic ride along the railway from Wang Pho, enjoying the beautiful scenery and river for about 30 minutes. Afterward, you’ll be picked up and transferred by car to your hotel. You’ll stay overnight in Kanchanaburi.

After breakfast, you’ll depart for Erawan Waterfall, a stunning seven-tiered waterfall located in Erawan National Park. As you walk up to view each picturesque tier, it’s best to wear good walking shoes. Remember to bring your swimming suit if you’d like to swim in the natural pools.

In the afternoon, you’ll continue your journey to Ayutthaya. Known as the ‘Venice of the East,’ Ayutthaya is located along the Chao Phraya River and its tributaries that surround the province. You’ll have the chance to explore many monuments and remains from this ancient city, founded in 1350 by King Uthong when the Thai migrated south under pressure from their northern neighbors. You’ll spend the night in Ayutthaya.

After breakfast, you’ll catch a Kermit tuk-tuk. These ‘cute’ tuk-tuks are found in only two of Thailand’s provinces: Ayutthaya and Trang. During the ride, you’ll explore the city’s temple highlights, including Wat Yai Chaimongkol, Wat Mahathat (with a Buddha face emerging from a tree), and a local market on the way to Wat Phra Srisanphet.

Following this, you’ll visit the Bang Pa-In Summer Palace, built during the Ayutthaya era. The palace showcases an eclectic mix of buildings that blend European, Khmer, Thai, and Chinese architectural styles, and is the King’s favorite summer palace.

You’ll then transfer back to Bangkok for your flight to Chiang Rai. Upon arrival, you’ll be picked up and transferred to your hotel. You’ll have free time and 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 currently enshrined.

Afterward, you’ll take a short drive from Chiang Rai City to the Black House. Baan Dam (Black House) is the unique creation of national artist Thawan Duchanee. Part art studio, part museum, and part home, Baan Dam features an eclectic mix of traditional northern Thai buildings alongside 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. Following this, you’ll take a one-hour elephant trek. You’ll then transfer back to Chiang Rai and stay overnight.

After breakfast, you’ll depart for northern Thailand, a region known for its wooded, mountainous, and beautiful landscapes. This morning, you’ll explore the area, starting with a drive to Mae Salong. As you climb up and down the green hills covered with tea plantations, you’ll have the opportunity to taste the delicious tea produced by one of the many plantations in the region.

From Doi Mae Salong, you’ll visit two ethnic minority villages: the Akha village of Loyo and the Lisu village of Ban Hanygo. Afterward, you’ll explore the Mae Fah Luang Botanical Garden.

Upon arriving in the Golden Triangle, you’ll take a boat trip on the Mekong River to see the intersection of Thailand, Burma, and Laos. You’ll then stay overnight in Chiang Saen.

After breakfast, you’ll leave the hotel for Thaton. On the way, you’ll make a stop in the village of Patai to meet the Padong Karen tribe, famous for its women who wear copper rings around their necks to lengthen them. You’ll then visit a traditional Chinese medicine pharmacy where an expert will explain the use of herbs, roots, plants, and ointments.

In the afternoon, you’ll continue your journey to Chiang Mai, the capital of the North, and stop for a walk through the maze of underground galleries in Chiang Dao. You’ll stay overnight in Chiang Mai.

In the morning, you’ll primarily enjoy 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 some of the most beautiful temples in Chiang Mai, including Wat Phra Singh, Wat Pan Tao, and Wat Chedi Luang.

Next, you’ll stroll along small streets lined with traditional houses and take a rickshaw tour. After that, you’ll walk through the central Warorot Market before visiting Doi Suthep Hill. To brighten up your evening, you’ll browse the Night Market at your leisure. You’ll stay overnight in Chiang Mai.

After breakfast in the morning, you’ll transfer to the Elephant Poopoo Paper Farm, an eco-friendly, outdoor museum park that introduces and explains the unique steps involved in making paper products from elephant poop fibers.

At Elephant Poopoo Park Chiang Mai, you’ll explore eight pavilions that will show you the process from elephant poop to the final paper product. Additionally, you’ll have the chance to practice making Poopoo paper yourself. Exciting!

In the afternoon, you’ll enjoy a two-hour boat trip along the Mae Ping River, which is an excellent way to spend your time. As you watch the changing scenery along the river, you’ll see beautiful traditional teak houses and a lot of rural greenery.

Finally, you’ll take an overnight train in a second-class cabin to Bangkok, without a guide. You’ll stay overnight on board.

Upon arrival in Bangkok in the morning around 7-8 am, you’ll be picked up and transferred to Bangkok airport for your noon flight to Trat airport (morning or noon flights are recommended).

Upon arrival in Trat, you’ll be picked up and transferred to the pier, where you’ll catch the ferry to Koh Chang Island. Located in the Gulf of Thailand, Koh Chang features steep, jungle-covered peaks and retains its remote and rugged spirit, despite some areas being developed for package tours. You’ll find sweeping bays along the west coast, most with superfine sand, and some with pebbles. What Koh Chang lacks in sand, it makes up for with a unique combination of accessible wilderness and a thriving party scene.

You’ll have time to enjoy the beach and the resort at your leisure. Time is free, and you’ll stay overnight on Koh Chang Island.

The estimated ferry departure time is between 15:45 and 16:15.

Your time will be your own! You’ll spend the night in Koh Chang Island.

Your time will be your own! You’ll spend the night in Koh Chang Island.

In the morning, you’ll be picked up and transferred to the ferry, and then to Trat airport for a flight back to Bangkok in good time to connect with your homeward flight. End of services.

The estimated ferry departure time is between 09:45 and 10:15.