Treasures of Thailand 8 Days - Chiang Mai to South, Small Group Tour (English Only)
Treasures of Thailand 8 Days - Chiang Mai to South, Small Group Tour (English Only)
Treasures of Thailand 8 Days - Chiang Mai to South, Small Group Tour (English Only)
8 Days
Visiting: Thailand
Tour operator:
Tour code:
38934
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Age range:
Min age:10
Tour operated in:
EnglishInterests:
Tour Overview
Journey back in time to the ancient kingdoms of Thailand with this enchanting eight-day tour. Start your adventure in Chiang Mai, the beautiful former capital of the Lanna kingdom, mingle with the locals in the night market and, be amazed by the beauty of the ancient Buddhist temples. Then, continue to Sukhothai and Ayutthaya, two UNESCO World Heritage Sites that both served as capitals of Siam. Your odyssey ends in bustling Bangkok, the capital known as the ‘City of Angels’. Join this tour and learn about Thailand´s past, understand its culture, and catch a glimpse of its mesmerising natural beauty. This tour is operated in a small group of up to 8 passengers.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Arrival Chiang Mai
Arrive at Chiang Mai Airport, a representative will meet and escort you to the centrally located hotel. Enjoy the rest of day at leisure, relaxing at the hotel or maybe exploring the charming old town, which is surrounded by walls and a moat. Stroll the charming streets and alleys, and browse the lovely artisan shops and the savoury food stalls. If you want to get closer to the culture and people, visit the night market and see an astonishing selection of local handicrafts, colourful souvenirs, tasty snacks and more. Vendors will test your bargaining skills to max!
Overnight in hotel in Chiang Mai on selected board basis.Â
Day 2 : Chiang Mai
Indulge in a delicious breakfast and then enjoy a half day tour giving you an overview of this beautiful city. We take the winding road up the side of the hill overlooking the city to visit the most significant temple in Chiang Mai, the 600-year-old Wat Phra That Doi Suthep, which lays 3,500 feet above sea level. Inside you will find the symbol of the city, the copper-plated Chedi that is topped by a five-tier gold parasol, which contains relics of the Lord Buddha. From the terrace, on a clear day, you will have a fine panoramic view of the entire city. Once you get there, that final climb up the 306 steps of the Naga staircase (a Thai mythological Dragon-headed serpent) will seem worth it! In the city, we will see the Kings glorious flower garden temple at Wat Suan Dok with a large central Stupa, and Wat Chedi Luang which consists of an impressive Chedi, originally built in 1411 and Wat Pra That Doi Suthep (the most outstanding landmark of Chiang Mai 3,500 feet above sea level).Â
Overnight in hotel in Chiang Mai on selected board basis.Â
Day 3 : Chiang Mai – Lamphun – Lampang – Sukhothai (380Km – 4.5 Hrs)
Begin your day with a great breakfast and then depart for Lamphun to visit Wat Phra That Hariphunchai, a golden temple complex whose origins have been traced to the Mon Kingdom in the eighth century. Head towards the picturesque town of Lampang to visit the historic temple of Wat Phra That Lampang Luang. After lunch, enjoy a scenic drive to Sukhothai Historical Park, arriving in the late afternoon. Explore the park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site covering the ruins of ancient Sukhothai, which was the first capital of the kingdom of the same name.Â
Overnight in hotel in Sukhothai on selected board basis.Â
Day 4 : Sukhothai – Uthai Thani – Ayutthaya (430Km – 5 Hrs)
Begin your day in a spiritual manner, as you join locals in offering food to Buddhist monks during their morning alms round. Drive south and stop for a delicious lunch in Chai Nat. Today’s route from Sukhothai via Uthai Thani to Ayutthaya mirrors the southward expansion of Siam, following the kingdom’s historical development. Arrive in Ayutthaya, a former capital of Siam, and go to the Ayutthaya Historical Park to visit the temple of Wat Phra Si Sanphet and the adjacent Viharn Phra Mongkol Bophit. Contemplate the golden Buddha and continue to the eerily enchanting ruins of Wat Phra Mahathat, with its famous statue of Buddha devoured by tree roots. Such a heavenly heritage ensemble has earned this historical park the status of UNESCO World Heritage Site.Â
Overnight in hotel in Ayutthaya on selected board basis.Â
Day 5 : Ayutthaya – Kanchanaburi (190Km – 2 Hrs)
Have breakfast and then drive through pastoral landscapes virtually untouched by the passage of time before arriving at Kanchanaburi, a quiet town at the confluence of the rivers Kwai Noi and Kwai Yai. It is renowned for the beauty of its natural surroundings and the abundant wildlife, but it also holds an unwanted place in history as the location of the notorious World War II ‘Death Railway Bridge’, immortalised in the Hollywood classic, The Bridge on the River Kwai. Visit the war cemetery, the final resting place of thousands of soldiers, and the Thailand-Burma Railway Centre to learn about the appalling conditions in which Allied POWs and Thai slave labourers worked to build a military supply railway. After a delectable lunch, enjoy the rest of day at leisure.
Overnight in hotel in Kanchanaburi on selected board basis.Â
Day 6 : Kanchanaburi – Nakhon Pathom – Bangkok (150Km – 2 Hrs)
Depart Kanchanaburi after breakfast at the hotel, enjoying a scenic drive towards Nakhon Pathom to visit the temple with the magnificent 127-metre-high Phra Pathommachedi stupa, the tallest of its kind in the world. Continue to Damnoen Saduak, which is famed for its vibrant and colourful floating markets. Breathe in the fragrances of the Orient as dozens of boats glide along, selling fresh fruit and vegetables as well as tasty local delicacies. The buzz of the noise and the bustle of activity are quintessential Thai experiences. Continue to Bangkok for drop off at your hotel in the city.Â
Overnight in hotel in Bangkok on selected board basis.Â
Day 7 : Bangkok
Indulge in a rich breakfast, getting ready for a memorable tour encompassing the three most popular Buddhist temples in Bangkok. Start with a visit to the Royal Grand Palace, a great architectural masterpiece of several buildings, which 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. Located right next to the Grand Palace is Wat Pho, Bangkok’s oldest temple, famed for its giant golden reclining Buddha and its traditional Thai massage school. Next, visit the Wat Traimit temple with its 5.5-tonne Golden Buddha statue. Have the evening free at leisure. Perhaps you could indulge yourself with a traditional Thai massage, surprise your taste buds with the amazing local flavours, and watch a mesmerising sunset in any of the stylish rooftop bars which have blossomed in the city’s skyscrapers in recent years.
Overnight in hotel in Bangkok on selected board basis.Â
Day 8 : Depart Bangkok
Enjoy breakfast and time at leisure before transferring to Bangkok Airport to continue with your individual travel plans.Â
Breakfast included.Â
What's Included
TOUR GUIDE:
- Operated with an English-speaking guide
*Different languages can be combined in our vehicles. There will be a separate guide for each language.
ACCOMMODATION:Â
- 7 nights accommodation
ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS
Day 1-2 Chiang Mai
Standard Room | Superior Hotel Category = Empress Chiang Mai or similar 4*
Superior Room | Superior Hotel Category = Empress Chiang Mai or similar 4*
 Day 3 Sukhothai
Standard Room | Superior Hotel Category = Sukhothai Treasure or similar 4*
Superior Room | Superior Hotel Category = Legenda or similar 4*
 Day 4 Ayutthaya
Standard Room | Superior Hotel Category = Krungsri River or similar 4*
Superior Room | Superior Hotel Category = Kantary Ayuthataya or similar 4*
 Day 5 Kanchanaburi
Standard Room | Superior Hotel Category = Pung-Waan Resort or similar 3.5*
Superior Room | Superior Hotel Category = Felix River Kwai or similar 4*
 Day 6,8 Bangkok
Standard Room | Superior Hotel Category = Century Park or similar 4*
Superior Room | Superior Hotel Category = Century Park or similar 4*
MEALS:
- 7 breakfasts
- 4 lunches
TRANSPORT:
- Air-conditioned transportation, transfers as stated in the programme
ENTRANCE FEES AND ACTIVITIES:
- All entrance fees and activities mentioned in the itinerary:Â Wat Phra That Hariphunchai and Wat Phra That Lampang Luang in Lampang; Sukhothai Historical Park and food offering in Sukhothai; Ayutthaya Historical Park; Thailand-Burma Railway Centre and Allied War Cemetery in Kanchanaburi; and Phra Pathommachedi in Nakhon Pathom
What's Not Included
- Expenditures of a personal nature, drinks and meals if not stated explicitly in the programme
- Gratuity for driver and guide
- Optional tours
- International or domestic flight tickets and airport taxes or visa fees
- Pick-up from outer Bangkok hotels.
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
- On arrival at Chiang Mai Airport please collect your luggage, proceed to the exit of the Customs Hall and make your way to the meeting point at gate number 2 (two) inside the terminal. You will be met by a representative who will be holding a sign with your name on itÂ
- Drop off at Bangkok international Airport
- Please note that local conditions prevalent at the time of travel may result in modifications to the tour contents.
- 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 1-2Â Chiang Mai
- Standard Room | Superior Hotel Category =Â Empress Chiang Mai or similar 4*
- Superior Room | Superior Hotel Category = Empress Chiang Mai or similar 4*
 Day 3 Sukhothai
- Standard Room | Superior Hotel Category =Â Sukhothai Treasure or similar 4*
- Superior Room | Superior Hotel Category = Legenda or similar 4*
 Day 4 Ayutthaya
- Standard Room | Superior Hotel Category = Krungsri River or similar 4*
- Superior Room | Superior Hotel Category = Kantary Ayuthataya or similar 4*
 Day 5 Kanchanaburi
- Standard Room | Superior Hotel Category =Â Pung-Waan Resort or similar 3.5*
- Superior Room | Superior Hotel Category = Felix River Kwai or similar 4*
 Day 6,8 Bangkok
- Standard Room | Superior Hotel Category = Century Park or similar 4*
- Superior Room | Superior Hotel Category = Century Park or similar 4*
Check out our Q&As
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Booking confirmation with Itinerary and confirmation vouchers
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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.
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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.
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When are there specific hotel names confirmed?
Confirmed hotel names are informed latest 10 days prior to client's arrival
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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.
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Are flights included in the tour?
No, they are not included
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Are Visa fees included in the price?
No, visa fees are not included
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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.Â
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Low Deposit
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.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of destination services thailand charges.
At 15 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
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