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Tour Overview
Embark on an unforgettable journey through Thailand with the "Bangkok and the North, Private Tour." This cultural adventure begins in the bustling city of Bangkok, where you can explore at your leisure or opt for a guided tour of iconic landmarks. Travel north to the ancient city of Ayutthaya, marvel at the historical ruins of Sukhothai, and immerse yourself in the vibrant culture of Chiang Mai. Highlights include a visit to the eco-friendly Elephant Poopoopaper Park, the bustling Wararot Market, and the stunning Wat Rong Khun temple. Conclude your tour in Chiang Rai, exploring the Golden Triangle and the mesmerizing Blue Temple. Enjoy superior accommodations and private air-conditioned transportation throughout this enriching experience. ...more ...less
Highlights
Chiang Mai: Visit a tribal village, cruise a river on a longtail boat, take in the views from the hilltop Wat Doi Suthep temple
Chiang Rai: Learn about local cultures at the Hilltribe Museum, explore remote tribal villages in the highlands, and discover the dazzling Wat Rong Khun temple
Golden Triangle: The area where the borders of Thailand, Laos and Myanmar meet at the confluence of the Ruak and Mekong rivers
Ayutthaya Historical Park: Visit the ancient temples of Wat Yai Chaimongkhon, Wat Mahathat, and the museum
Sukhothai Historical Park: Explore this UNESCO World Heritage Site with its impressive ruined temples and palaces
Elephant Poopoopaper Park: Participate in the unique process of making paper products from elephant poop fibers
Wararot Market: Experience the bustling market known for its variety and quality of produce, and visit the fragrant flower market
Wat Rong Seua Ten: Visit the Blue Temple with its magnificent blue interior and large white Buddha
Itinerary
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Accommodation Name: Royal Hotel @Chinatown or similar 4*
Arrive at the Bangkok International Airport, meet and greet and transfer to your hotel (transfer unescorted). Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure. Perhaps indulge yourself with a traditional Thai massage, delight your taste buds with the amazing local flavours and cap off the day by enjoying the sunset at any of the stylish rooftop bars which have blossomed in the city’s skyscrapers in recent years - the options are limitless.
Overnight in Bangkok.
Day 2
:
BANGKOK
Location: Bangkok
Accommodation Name: Royal Hotel @Chinatown or similar 4*
Meals Included: Breakfast
Full day at leisure to discover Bangkok on your own or to take one of the many optional excursions available on the spot. For those who have never been to Bangkok we suggest a half day tour of the most popular Buddhist temple and Landmark in the city of angels (optional, not included). The Royal Grand Palace, a great architectural masterpiece of several buildings from the outside and a magical inside was used as a royal residence from the 18th century to the mid-20th century. It is without any doubt a national reference and possibly the most visited royal monument of Thailand, and it shouldn’t be missed. The building houses the "Wat Phra Kaew", Bangkok's most sacred temple, where the famous Emerald Buddha is located.
Overnight in Bangkok.
Day 3
:
BANGKOK – PHITSANULOK (400 km – 5hrs)
Location: Phitsanulok
Accommodation Name: Imperial Phitsanulok or similar 3*
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
After breakfast at the hotel head to Bang Pa-In to visit the sumptuous Summer Palace of Rama V. Continue to the former capital of Ayutthaya and contemplate the ancient temples of Wat Yai Chaimongkhon, Wat Mahathat and museum in the Ayutthaya Historical Park. Enjoy your lunch at a local restaurant. Then proceed to Phitsanulok for check-in at the hotel.
Overnight in Phitsanulok.
Day 4
:
PHITSANULOK – CHIANG MAI (350 km – 5hrs)
Location: Chiang Mai
Accommodation Name: Empress Chiang Mai or similar 5*
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
After breakfast at the hotel, head to Wat Phra Si Rattana Mahathat which houses one of Thailand’s most revered Buddha statues. Depart for Sukhothai to explore this ancient city packed with historical landmarks, the most impressive being the Sukhothai Historical Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Admire the ruined temples and palaces as well as the Buddha statues of all sizes. Lunch en route at a local restaurant. A short drive away is Si Satchanalai, which boasts the evocative ruins of half a dozen temples, including Wat Phra Si Rattana Mahathat – which is reached by crossing a wooden suspension bridge – as well as countless statues of Buddha and elephants. This usually quiet location offers a special spiritual interlude to the tour before arriving in Chiang Mai.
Overnight in Chiang Mai.
Day 5
:
CHIANG MAI
Location: Chiang Mai
Accommodation Name: Empress Chiang Mai or similar 5*
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Enjoy breakfast at the hotel before heading to Elephant Poopoopaper Park, an eco-friendly, naturally built outdoor museum park that introduces and explains the unique steps involved in making our much talked about paper products from elephant poop fibres! The interpretive walking tour through our lush gardens brings visitors through eight different pavilions explaining each stage of our fascinating process from poo collection to rinsing to final product assembly. Visitors are encouraged to pull up a stool, roll up their sleeves and join with our talented artisans and guides and participate in our head-turning process! Complemented by the presence of rich graphics and signage, visitors will also be introduced to Chiang Mai's long and rich history of traditional papermaking and handicrafts production. After lunch continue to the bustling Wararot Market, a historical landmark renowned for the variety and quality of its produce, before visiting the fragrant flower market.
Overnight in Chiang Mai.
Day 6
:
CHIANG MAI – CHIANG RAI (200 km - 3hrs)
Location: Chiang Rai
Accommodation Name: Laluna Resort or similar 4*
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Breakfast at the hotel is followed by a visit to Wat Phra That Doi Suthep to enjoy magnificent panoramic views of the city. The temple is reached by climbing a 309-step naga staircase or via cable car (included). If the views are stunning, the temple itself is even better and boasts a number of dazzling structures. Continue to visit the historic Wat Suan Dok and admire its 48-metre-high Sri Lankan-style chedi, which overlooks the Royal Cemetery. After lunch at a local restaurant continue by road with a stop at Wat Rong Khun, nicknamed the ‘White Temple’, a dazzling temple built in the 1990s. Its ornate all-white exterior with embedded pieces of mirror gives it a resplendent appearance, which makes it one of the most beautiful temples in Thailand. Continue to Chiang Rai for check-in.
Overnight in Chiang Rai.
Day 7
:
CHIANG RAI – GOLDEN TRIANGLE – DEPARTURE CHIANG RAI
Location: Chiang Rai
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
After breakfast at hotel visit Wat Rong Seua Ten (Blue Temple). Its magnificent blue interior with a large white Buddha that marks the spirits “Seua Ten” literally means the dancing tiger, there were tigers who used to jump over the river. At the present temple location, there was a ruin of a temple abandoned 80 to 100 years ago. In 1996, the villagers decided to rebuild a temple. The construction started in October 2005; the White Buddha was completed in 2008 while the main hall was only completed on January 2016. Continue by road to the Golden Triangle where Thailand, Laos and Myanmar meet. Enjoy a boat trip around the Golden Triangle with a stop at Don Sao Island, which forms part of Laos (boat trip lasts approx. 45 minutes). Lunch at the Imperial Golden Triangle hotel. Then proceed to Chiang Rai airport in the late afternoon (please book your flight accordingly).
What's Included
Accommodation
Enjoy 6 nights of accommodation in superior hotel categories, including Royal Hotel in Bangkok, Imperial Phitsanulok, Empress Chiang Mai, and Laluna Resort in Chiang Rai, offering 3 to 5-star comfort.
Tour Guide
Operated with English-speaking guide. Italian, Spanish, French or German guide available at additional cost (optional extra).
Meals
6 Breakfasts and 5 Lunches (Day 3-7).
Transport
Experience private air-conditioned transportation throughout the tour, including arrival and departure transfers from Bangkok and Chiang Rai International Airports.
Entrance Fees and Activities
All entrance fees and activities mentioned in the itinerary: Summer Palace, Wat Yai Chaimongkhon, Wat Mahathat and museum in the Ayutthaya Historical Park visit (Day 3); Wat Phra Si Rattana Mahathat, Sukhothai Historical Park and Si Satchanalai visit (Day 4); Elephant Poopoopaper Park, Orchid Farm and Wararot Market visit (Day 5); Wat Phra That Doi Suthep (the cable car included), Wat Suan Dok and Wat Rong Khun visit (Day 6); Wat Rong Seua Ten visit and Golden Triangle boat trip (Day 7). ...more ...less
Other
Meet & Greet.
What's Not Included
Flights
International or domestic flights are not included.
Porterage and Gratuities
Porterage and gratuities are not included.
Unmentioned Visits
Any visit not mentioned in the program is not included.
Visa Fees
Visa fees are not included.
Drinks During Meals
Drinks during meals (unless specified otherwise) are not included.
Optional Tours
Optional tours are not included.
Personal Expenditures
Expenditures of a personal nature, drinks and meals or items not stated explicitly in the program are not included.
Camera/Video Fees
Any alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, mineral water, camera/video camera fee (if any) are not included.
Travel Insurance
Travel Insurance or any loss or extra cost arising due to unforeseen circumstances such as flight delays, accidents, etc. are not included.
Requirements
Comfortable and light clothing is the most suitable for travelling in Thailand. Visitors should not wear sleeveless shirts, shorts, short skirts or skimpy clothing when visiting temples, religious or official buildings. Shoes should be removed before entering a temple or private house. Sun protection, sunglasses, a hat and mosquito repellent can be very useful during your stay.
Please Note
In a group booking, double and triple rooms will be allocated. If you wish to be allocated in a single room, single supplement must be selected. Please specify the number of single supplements required.
Please book an evening departure flight from Chiang Rai Airport
We reserve the right to change itineraries and activities due to weather conditions, technical problems or security reasons.
Early check-in, late check-out, connecting or adjoining rooms in the hotel are subject to availability and not guaranteed
In many hotels in Thailand, the triple rooms are a double room with an additional bed or sofa bed. Their comfort conditions are lower than the international standards of the triple room
No refund for unused services. Splitting of the package is not allowed
Accommodation options
ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS
Day 1-2 Bangkok
Superior Hotel Category = Royal Hotel @Chinatown or similar 4*
Day 3 Phitsanulok
Superior Hotel Category = Imperial Phitsanulok or similar 3*
Day 4-5 Chiang Mai
Superior Hotel Category = Empress Chiang Mai or similar 5*
Day 6 Chiang Rai
Superior Hotel Category = Laluna Resort or similar 4*
Mode of Transport
Experience private air-conditioned transportation throughout the tour, including arrival and departure transfers from Bangkok and Chiang Rai International Airports.
Accommodation options
ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS
Day 1-2 Bangkok
Superior Hotel Category = Royal Hotel @Chinatown or similar 4*
Day 3 Phitsanulok
Superior Hotel Category = Imperial Phitsanulok or similar 3*
Day 4-5 Chiang Mai
Superior Hotel Category = Empress Chiang Mai or similar 5*
Day 6 Chiang Rai
Superior Hotel Category = Laluna Resort or similar 4*
Check out our Q&As
What type of transportation is provided during the tour?
The tour includes private air-conditioned transportation throughout, including arrival and departure transfers from Bangkok and Chiang Rai International Airports.
What kind of accommodation is included in the tour?
The tour includes 6 nights of accommodation in superior hotel categories, such as Royal Hotel in Bangkok, Imperial Phitsanulok, Empress Chiang Mai, and Laluna Resort in Chiang Rai, offering 3 to 5-star comfort.
Are meals included in the tour package?
Yes, the tour package includes 6 breakfasts and 5 lunches from Day 3 to Day 7.
What activities and entrance fees are included in the tour?
All entrance fees and activities mentioned in the itinerary are included, such as visits to the Summer Palace, Wat Yai Chaimongkhon, Wat Mahathat, and the museum in Ayutthaya Historical Park, Wat Phra Si Rattana Mahathat, Sukhothai Historical Park, Si Satchanalai, Elephant Poopoopaper Park, Orchid Farm, Wararot Market, Wat Phra That Doi Suthep, Wat Suan Dok, Wat Rong Khun, Wat Rong Seua Ten, and a Golden Triangle boat trip.
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Is a tour guide provided?
Yes, the tour is operated with an English-speaking guide. Guides speaking Italian, Spanish, French, or German are available at an additional cost.
What should I wear when visiting temples and religious sites?
Visitors should not wear sleeveless shirts, shorts, short skirts, or skimpy clothing when visiting temples, religious, or official buildings. Shoes should be removed before entering a temple or private house.
Are international or domestic flights included in the tour package?
No, international or domestic flights are not included in the tour package.
Are there any optional tours available during the trip?
Yes, there are optional tours available, such as a half-day tour of the Royal Grand Palace and Wat Phra Kaew in Bangkok, but these are not included in the tour package.
What is the policy on single room supplements?
In a group booking, double and triple rooms will be allocated. If you wish to be allocated in a single room, a single supplement must be selected. Please specify the number of single supplements required.
What time should I book my departure flight from Chiang Rai Airport?
Please book an evening departure flight from Chiang Rai Airport.
What documents will I receive before I travel?
Booking confirmation with Itinerary and confirmation vouchers
Is there any option for solo traveller?
Yes of course. Please note that the default selection shows the price per person per double room. For solo travellers, you will have to select a single room when available.
What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
You can change it by logging into your profile and click on Bookings. Please check your cancellation policy.
When are there specific hotel names confirmed?
Confirmed hotel names are informed latest 10 days prior to client's arrival
What does the price include?
What is included is stated specifically on the product Description. Gratuities are at your discretion. Prices do not include (unless stated otherwise) - gratuities to the guide, driver or tour manager.
Are flights included in the tour?
No, they are not included
Are Visa fees included in the price?
No, visa fees are not included
Do you offer any travel insurance?
We do not offer Travel Insurance but would strongly recommend that you purchase a comprehensive Travel Insurance Policy prior to departure.
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Reviews of this operator
Emma
Super!!
04-Oct-2022
Tour guide war super nett! Hotels wurden aufsteigend immer besser. Hätten uns über mehr ortstypisches essen gefreut und nicht nur touristische restaurants mit an europäer angepassten speisen. Alles in allem war es eine schöne reise mit toller route :)
Lucas
Fabolous company and staff
15-Dec-2022
Fabulous company and English-speaking guide. Great Tour minibus. Your every wish is considered.
Gabrielle
Shear pleasure
18-Nov-2022
Taking this tour with Destination Services Thailand was a shear pleasure. The response time before and during our trip was phenomenal. Our request of having two single beds and German speaking tour guides throughout was met without any problems. One minor hiccup in Bangkok was remedied immediately after our arrival in Chiang Mai.(Our included transportation from the hotel to the airport in Bangkok didn't show up on time. Therefore, we had to take a taxi and paid ourselves for the fare. Upon our arrival in Chiang Mai, our local tour guide reimbursed us immediately). Again, excellent service! Except for this one, all the pick ups occurred on time. The included meals were always freshly prepared, delicious and plentiful and the hotels met the 4* standard. To sum it all up: my brother and I had a memorable, wonderful experience and would recommend Destination Services Thailand to anyone without hesitation. Thank you to all that contributed to our marvelous trip.
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Pavel R.
Awesome experience
26-Nov-2022
Grear tour. Our guide was very knowledgeable, had great English and was very helpful at every stage of the tour. Having AC on the bus, cold water and cool towels by our driver was super comfortable.
Destination Services Thailand requires a minimum deposit of
20%
or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 60 days before departure.
Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of destination services thailand charges.
Up to 16 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 15 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
Bangkok and the North, Private Tour
7 Days Starting in Bangkok, Thailand and ending in Chiang Rai, Thailand
Visiting:
Bangkok, Phitsanulok, Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai
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The Royal Grand Palace, a great architectural masterpiece of several buildings from the outside and a magical inside was used as a royal residence from the 18th century to the mid-20th century. It is without any doubt a national reference and possibly the most visited royal monument of Thailand, and it shouldn’t be missed. The building houses the \"Wat Phra Kaew\", Bangkok's most sacred temple, where the famous Emerald Buddha is located.</p><p style=\"font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.6; color: rgb(87, 100, 111); margin-top: 0.5em; margin-bottom: 0.5em; margin-top: 0.5em; margin-bottom: 0.5em\"><strong>Overnight in Bangkok.</strong></p>","lat":"13.756331","lng":"100.501765"},{"title":"Day 3: BANGKOK – PHITSANULOK (400 km – 5hrs)","name":"Phitsanulok","description":"<p style=\"font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.6; color: #57646f; margin-top: 0.5em; margin-bottom: 0.5em\">After breakfast at the hotel head to Bang Pa-In to visit the sumptuous Summer Palace of Rama V. 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