1st
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Bangkok - Thailand
- Arrival in Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport (flight TBA / not included)
- Meet our professional guide and transfer to the hotel in Bangkok, the rest is free at leisure
- Accommodation: in BANGKOK
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2nd
Day
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Bangkok - Thailand (B)
- Breakfast at the hotel
- We will visit Wat Phra Kaew and the nearby attractions first, before moving on to the Grand Palace (Wat Phra Kaew, or the Temple of the Emerald Buddha, is located right next to the Grand Palace, and they probably form together the greatest spectacle for visitors in Bangkok. A visit to the Royal Grand Palace, the nation’s landmark and most praised royal monument in Thailand, is a must. The palace, which is the former royal residence of the Chakri Kings, is the perfect example of an ancient Siamese court. Built in 1782 by the King Rama I, it was the center of power for more than 150 years. Today, the palace is Bangkok's major landmark and most popular tourist attraction. Indeed, the Grand Palace is an amazing place to visit, as it consists of over 100 brightly colored buildings, golden spires and glittering mosaics, that all date back to the foundation of Bangkok in 1782. Please note that photography is permitted in the Royal Palace Grounds and in the compounds of the Emerald Buddha Temple, but not inside the buildings.)
- Visit Wat Pho with its Reclining Buddha image (Wat Pho is regarded as the first centre of public education and is sometimes called ‘Thailand’s first university’. Mural paintings, inscriptions, and statues found in the temple educated people on various subjects such as literature, warfare, archaeology, astronomy, geology, meditation and is considered to be home of Thai traditional massages. Dress Code: Please note that the chapel is a national shrine and that you will be required to wear proper attire (no bare shoulders, knees or strapless-heel shoes). Shoes must be removed before entering the temple buildings as a matter of respect.)
- Afternoon is free at leisure
- Accommodation: in BANGKOK
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3rd
Day
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Bangkok - Kanchanaburi – River Kwai, Thailand (B/L)
- Breakfast at the hotel and check-out
- You will be picked up at your hotel (Leave Bangkok for the picturesque Floating Market of Damnoen Saduak. After a stop with lots of photo opportunities, continue to Kanchanaburi. After arrival you will take a ride on the Death Railway train, over the scenic River Kwai valley.)
- After lunch in a local restaurant, transfer to check-in at the hotel, free at leisure
- Accommodation: in KANCHANABURI
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4th
Day
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Ayutthaya - Thailand (B/L)
- Breakfast at the hotel and check-out
- In the early morning you will continue the trip to Ayutthaya, one of the UNESCO World Heritage- sites (You will visit famous ruins like Wat Mongkol Bophit, Wat Sri Sanpetch and Wat Chaiwattaram, with their impressive Buddha statues. Take a cruise around Ayutthaya and take in the romantic atmosphere of the old capital. Preserved in its beauty are precious treasures, artistic and cultural heritage for later generations to admire. You will have ample opportunity to discover some of these magnificent sites along the river, as well as observing the timeless day-to-day activities of the people living along the river banks. During your cruise a carefully selected, delicious set menu of traditional Thai cuisine will be served you. The art of Thai cuisine is balancing the delicate flavors that make up our four different tastes: sour, salty, sweet and – of course- spicy hot!)
- Thai food is very versatile and can be adapted to suit almost any palate, before proceeding to Phitsanulok for overnight
- Accommodation: in PHITSANULOK
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5th
Day
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Lampang – Thailand (B/L)
- After breakfast you will leave Phitsanulok for Sukhothai, but first stop at “ Wat Phra Sri Mahathat ” (A temple built in the 13th century, and the sacred “ Buddha Jinaraj ” – said to be one of the most beautiful Buddha statues in Thailand.)
- After arrival in Sukhothai (You will visit the Historical Park of Siam former capital, with important temple- ruins such as- Wat Mahathat and Wat Sri Chum.)
- Continue to Lampang for overnight
- Accommodation: in LAMPANG
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6th
Day
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Chiang Rai - Thailand (B/L)
- The journey continues further north to Chiang Rai
- Enroute you will stop at a pineapple plantation
- Later in Doi Mae Salong you can experience the daily life of the Akha- and Yao- Hilltribe, before arriving at Chiang Rai for overnight
- Accommodation: in CHIANG RAI
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7th
Day
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Chiang Rai - Thailand (B/L)
- After breakfast you will drive to Chiang Saen to visit Wat Chedi Luang
- Proceed to the city of Mae Sai, the most northern point of Thailand and a border city to Myanmar
- After lunch in a local restaurant (Drive back to the Golden Triangle, the area where the borders of Laos, Myanmar and Thailand meet.)
- Visit a local Opium Museum and enjoy a boat trip on the Mekong River
- Returning to Chiang Rai for overnight
- Accommodation: in CHIANG RAI
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8th
Day
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Chiang Rai, Chiang Mai - Thailand (B/L)
- You will depart in the morning and proceed further north (Passing through a beautiful landscape in direction Chiang Mai.)
- After arrival in Chiang Mai you will visit a landmark of the city, Wat Phrathat Doi Suthep (The temple originates from the 13th century and is located 1050m above sea level. From up there you can enjoy a beautiful view over the city of Chiang Mai.)
- Accommodation: in CHIANG MAI
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9th
Day
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Chiang Mai - Thailand (B/L)
- In the morning you will visit an elephant -camp (Where you will see how the animals are trained for their “job” in the jungle. You will also have the chance to take an optional ride on an elephant through the jungle. Afterwards you will proceed to an orchid farm near Mae Rim, for your lunch.)
- The afternoon is free at leisure or for some shopping at one of the famous handicraft manufactures
- Evening, One of the most famous Northern traditions in Chiang Mai is the Khantoke dinner (Diners will sit on the floor and share a succession of tasty dishes, accompanied with sticky rice. While enjoying this superb Northern Thai Dinner, all guests will be entertained by local dancers, dressed in traditional clothing, and performing Sword dances, Candle dances, Fingernail dances and the traditional Ramwong where guests are generally invited to participate.)
- After dinner, there will be a special hill tribe show (An excellent opportunity to see a number of tribes in rotation and to note differences in appearance and costumes.)
- Accommodation: in CHIANG MAI
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10th
Day
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Chiang Mai - Thailand (B)
- After breakfast you will be transferred to Chiang Mai Airport for onwards flight (not included in the package price)
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