The beauty of Thailand 21 days 20 nights

After breakfast, we visit the Grand Royal Palace dedicated to the ceremony of the royal family of Thailand. In the same compound is the magnificent Wat Phra Kaew which is known for the Statue of the Emerald Buddha. After visiting this complex, we continue to visit Wat Pho, a giant house of the lying Buddha. Then, we visit the Wat Traimit which is well known as the Golden Buddha.

Afternoon, boarding on a long tail boat for an excursion along the Chao Phraya River and many bustling interior canals that offer fantastic views of local life close by. Along the way, we stop at Wat Arun, the temple of the Aube. 

Return to the hotel and free time for relaxation.

Overnight in Bangkok.

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

The day starts with a trip to Mae Klong Railway market; a country market has sprouted up along the tracks. When a train pulls in or out of the station, the vendors quickly clear their stalls, only to set them up again moments later when the train has passed! From here, the journey continues to very famous touristic Damnoen Saduak Floating Market. Although quite touristy today, the market remains the best example to showcase how a floating market originally was like decades ago. A relaxing paddle boat ride through the labyrinth of canals offers the chance to see the old part of the floating market and local lifestyle along the canal side. Off the boat, it is time to enjoy strolling around the colorful floating marketplace bustling with boats and vendors selling tropical fruits and other delights.

For visits falling on a Saturday or Sunday, the tour offers the option of an exploration choosing between visiting Damnoen Saduak or the smaller and less touristy floating market Tha Kha where a short paddle boat tour in the backwaters offering a visit to an old Thai ho Duse making coconut palm sugar.

Next you transfer to Kanchanaburi for a visit to the World War II memorial including the Cemetery.

Afternoon, We will take 30 minutes train to experience and enjoy the beautiful view from train along the river. This is one of Southeast Asia's historic railways, the remaining part of the "Death Railway", departing from the provincial capital to the Railway Station from Tonburi (or Namtok). Transfer to the city for the night. 

Stay overnight in Kanchanaburi.

Moring after breakfast, you depart for Bang Pa-In. After more than 2 hours, we will arrive in Bang Pa-In where we visit will be the 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 favorite summer palace of the King. After that we will be transferred to Ayutthaya, the ancient city of Thailand. we will catch Kermit tuk tuk. These ‘cute’ tuk tuks are found in only two of Thailand’s provinces: Ayutthaya, and Trang. Along the ride, explore the temple highlights of the city from Wat Yai Chaimongkol, Wat Mahathat (with a Buddha face emerging from a tree), and strolling through a local market en route to Wat Phra Srisanphet. Check in hotel and overnight in Ayutthaya. 

Morning after breakfast, departure for Uthai Thani via Lopburi,  we visit The King Narai's Palace built by King Narai the Great, the king who ruled Ayutthaya from 1656 to 1688. He ordered the palace built in 1666. King Narai stayed here for about 8–9 months a year, except during the rainy season. He designated Lopburi as the second capital of the Ayutthaya Kingdom. The palace was a place for relaxation, hunting, administering the country's affairs, and welcoming official visitors. Have lunch by your own account  before continue our journey to Uthai Thani and we will stop to visit the Ban Khok Mo village where traditional weaving remains an important activity. And we will visit the incredible Thasung temple and its "crystal hall". Take a boat ride on the beautiful Sakaekrang River with its many floating houses. Arrival in town and lets have a tour around the colorful night market. 

Overnight in Uthai Thani.

Today you will take the road about 45 minutes to get to Hub Patthard. There, you will cross a cave that will lead you to a small hidden valley. You then will visit another major site in Thai history: Kampheang Phet. The archaeological park is a UNESCO World Heritage Site with Wat Phra Kaew, Wat Phra Tat and Aranyik Archaeological Site. Through beautiful country road, you will stop at Phitsanulok where you will visit the Cha Tawee Folk Museum and the riverside temple of Wat Phra Si Rattana Mahathat, home to one of the most sacred images of Buddha in all of Thailand. From here we’ll continue on to the city of Sukhothai for overnight.

After breakfast, pick up and transfer to bycle parking area where we will start cycling to visit visit Sukhothai Historiscal Park, the park contains almost 200 ruined chedis in remarkable condition. Firstly we visit to Ajana Buddha image, the legend of spoken Buddha at Wat Sri Chum. Then we take cycling to Wat Prapailuang, the center of community before starting Sukhothai Kingdom in past. Next temples we will visit are Wat Sri Sawai and Wat Sra Sri and Wat Trapang Ngoen. 

Afternoon you will be transferred to Lampang, small and nice city for overnight.

Morning after breakfast we will visit Wat Phra That Lampang Luang, one of the best examples of Lanna style architecture in Thailand. Its viharns that are open on all sides are typical of the early Lanna style. Whereas some temples have been restored using modern materials and modern building techniques, the Wat Phra That Lampang Luang has been preserved in its original state. The temple was founded in the 13th century. Its name translates to “the temple of Lampang’s Great Buddha Relic”. The architecture is a mix of Lanna and Thai Lü styles. After that we will take horse-cart trip 30 minutes through the city and the villages. 

Afternoon we keep going to Chiang Rai. On the way we will have very nice rest stop at Phayao lake where we can take coffee and enjoy the beautiful lake views. 

Arrive in Chiang Rai at the end of day. 

Stay overnight in Chiang Rai.

Breakfast we depart for northern Thailand, a wooded, mountainous and beautiful area. 

This morning, you will explore the surroundings and the first road you will take is the one that leads to Mae Salong. Climb up and down the green hills, covered with tea plantations. You will taste the delicious tea produced by one of the many plantations of the region, bef. From Doi Mae Salong, you will visit a village of ethnic minorities: the village Akah of Loyo. Afterwards continue to visit the Mae Fah Luang botanical garden.  

On arrival in Golden Triangle, take boat trip on Mekong River to see Thailand, Burma & Laos triangle. Overnight in Chiang Saen.

Moring, we will visit Opium museum and after that we continue on the road to Thaton, a pleasant site dominated by a beautiful Buddha. You will visit Wat Thaton temple. We will be transferred to the mountainous district Fang and up to Mount Doi Angkhang. Visit the station project Royal Doi Angkhang and planting flowers and fruits characterized by cold climate. Visit hill tribe villages: village of Ban Khum. 

Overnight in Doi Ang Khang.

Departure for Chiang Mai via Chiang Dai, we will visit Chiang Dao cave. There are four interconnected caverns to see. Be prepared to bend down and perhaps even crawl between incredible stalactites.

Afternoon arrival in Chiang Mai, we will enjoy our shared cooking class with Thai foods. 

Delving into the intricacies of Thai cuisine allowed us to bring home the authentic flavors. Discover the cooking class in Chiang Mai and learn how to prepare signature dishes like Thai yellow curry and mango sticky rice…

Overnight in Chiang Mai.

The morning will be mainly devoted to the walking tour of the old town with a stop at the old wall, the moat and a door of the old town. You will see the most beautiful temples of Chiang Mai: Wat Prah Singh temple, Wat Phan Tao temple, Wat Chedi Luang temple. Then you will stroll along small streets lined with traditional houses, where you will take rickshaw tour.  After that, you will take a walking through the central market of Warorot. 

In the afternoon you will visit the Doi Suthep hill. To brighten up your evening, browse the Night Market for yourself. 

Stay overnight in Chiang Mai.

Morning after breakfast, transfer to Elephant Poopoo paper farm which is 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 fibers!

Eight pavilions in Elephant Poopoo Park Chiang Mai will introduce you to know the procedure from elephant poo to final paper product. Additionally, you will have chance to practice making poopoo paper. Exciting! 

Afternoon take two hours of boat trip along the Mae Ping River is an excellent way to spend an afternoon; you get to watch as the scenery along the river changes, you will also get to see many beautiful traditional teak houses as well as a lot of rural greenery along the wat.  

Overnight in Chiang Mai.

Today free until transfer to airport for flight from Chiang Mai to Phukhet. 

On arrival pick up and transfer to hotel located in Patong beach area. Time is free. 

Overnight in Pukhet.

Notes: 

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All day free. 

Overnight in Pukhet.

All day free. Overnight in Pukhet.

Free time before transfer by ferry (Estimate Depart 08h30)to Koh Phi Phi and check in at the hotel in Koh Phi Phi. 

Free time and overnight in Koh Phi Phi.

All day free & easy. Overnight in Koh Phi Phi.

All day free & easy. Overnight in Koh Phi Phi.

All day free & easy. Overnight in Koh Phi Phi.

Morning after breakfast, you take ferry (Estimate Depart 14h30) to Phukhet and transfer to Phuket airport for flight back home. 

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