Ancient Kingdom of Siam
10 Days, 9 Nights
Private Tour
Day 1
Arrival Bangkok
Arrival Bangkok International Airport by (Flight/TBA) Transfer to hotel. The rest of the day is at leisure.
Day 2
Bangkok
Grand Palace & Wat Po: 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. The Palace, built in 1782 by the King Rama I, was the centre of power for more than 150 years. the Grand Palace consists of over 100 brightly coloured buildings, golden spires and glittering mosaics, that all date back to the foundation of Bangkok in 1782. (B)
Day 3
Bangkok
After breakfast we will tour the city by its canals. The river and canals can conveniently be explored by public transport or via a traditional long tailed boat. The tour will finally take you to Wat Arun (Temple of Dawn), this famous Chao Phraya riverbank landmark, which is best known for its porcelain encrusted 79-metre central sparkling pagoda. After a wonderful tour, we will bring you back across the river to the main starting point. Overnight in Bangkok. (B)
Day 4
Bangkok • Damnern Saduak • Kanchanaburi
After breakfast we’ll depart from Bangkok to the world-famous River Kwai. On the way, stop at the Damnoen Saduak Floating Market. Arrive at Kanchanaburi (River Kwai) and board a train to travel on the Historical railway passing by the viaduct. After lunch at a local restaurant visit Hell Fire Pass and the War Museum, then in the late afternoon, board a long tail boat and transfer to your River Kwai Float House. Dinner will be served at the resort. Overnight in River Kwai Kanchanaburi. (B, L, D)
Day 5
Kanchanaburi • Ayuthaya
Drive to Ayuthaya to visit Wat Srisanpetch, Wat Yai Chai Mongkol and another of Ayuthaya’s most beautiful temples at Wat Chai Watthanaram. Proceed to Bang Pa In, the former summer residence of the kings of Ayuthaya built in the 18th century. The Thai pavilion built in the middle of a lake will catch the visitor’s eye as well as the Chinese-style palace Vihat Chamrun. Another attraction is the trimmed bushes in elephant shape. Lunch at local restaurant. Overnight in Ayuthaya. (B, L, D)
Day 6
Ayuthaya • Sukhothai
The Sukhothai Kingdom is considered Thai civilization’s “Golden Age” with its religious art and architecture and classic styles. Within minutes from our hotel, there is a must-visit “Sukhothai Hisrorical Park” – Wat Mahathat, Wat Si Chum, Wat Sri Sawai, Chedi Wat Chang Lom, King Ram Khamhaeng Monument, Wat Saphan Hin, and Wat Nang Phaya. Lunch at local Restaurant and other “Sir Satchanalai Historical Park”. Overnight in Sukhothai. (B, L, D)
Day 7
Sukhothai • Chiang Mai
After breakfast drive from Sukhothai to Chiang Mai. Visit the most sacred temple in the North of Thailand: Wat Phrathat Doi Suthep is the most sacred temple in Chiang Mai and contains a holy relic of the Lord Buddha. The temple offers an exhilarating view of Chiang Mai city and its surrounding countryside. Drive back down to the city centre to visit some of the other impressive temples of Chiang Mai. We will also visit Wat Jedyod, also known as The Temple of Seven Spires. (B, L, D)
Day 8
Chiang Mai
Transfer to visit the Elephant Mae Sa Camp and Orchid Farm. Elephants are Thailand’s working pride and one of the country’s national symbols. At a local elephant training centre in a jungle area in the North of the city, you will see elephants at work. Before ending the tour, we will stop by an orchid farm where you can admire gorgeous species of orchids, which are another national symbol of the Land of Smiles. Afternoon transfer to visit Handicraft Village. Chiang Mai is the main center for high quality handicrafts in Thailand. Overnight in Chiang Mai. (B, L, D)
Day 9
Chiang Mai • Chiang Rai
Transfer from Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai. Make a stop at a Hill tribe village and visit the native Long Neck Hill tribe Village. Arrival Chiang Rai transfer to visit Chiang Saen where you will take a boat ride along the Mekong River and cross the border into Laos and visit a local market. Return to Thailand and visit the Historical Opium ground of the Golden Triangle. Lunch will be served at a local restaurant. Later, walk across to Mae Sai, Myanmar’s border town. Stroll around the border town. Dinner & Overnight in Chiang Rai. (B, L, D)
Day 10
Chiang Rai
Transfer to the airport for flight to Bangkok (Flight TBA) (B)
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Tour Highlights
Visit Bangkok’s Grand Palace – where the Thai kings and Queens live
Tour Bangkok via its canals by a long tail boat
Visit the famous Wat Arun – the Temple of Dawn
See the infamous Bridge on the river Kwai and visit the war museum of Kanchanaburi
Pay a visit to the ancient city of Ayutthaya and see its breathtaking ruins
Visit the most sacred temple in Thailand – the Doi Suthep in Chiang Mai
Enjoy watching Elephants at the Elephant training camp and see the beautiful Orchid farm
Experience a traditional village of the long neck tribes
Tour Includes
9 night’s hotel accommodation
English-speaking local guides
Entrance fees
Air-conditioned private vehicle for transfers and sightseeing
Baggage handling
Tour Excludes
Insurance or personal expenses
Expense of personal nature viz telephone calls, laundry, beverages etc.
Airfare & airport taxes
Insurance charges
Tips & Gratuities
Meals:
9 Breakfasts, 6 Lunches, 6 Dinners
(B) Breakfast (L) Lunch (D) Dinner
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