Itinerary Highlights
- Bangkok’s intricate temples, vibrant flower market and impressive Grand Palace
- Thailand-Burma Railway Museum & the Bridge over the River Kwai
- Tuk tuk tour to explore the majestic ruins of former capital of the Kingdom of Siam, Ayutthaya
- Chiang Mai’s colourful markets and sample Thai delicacies at one of its street food stalls
- Best time to travel May - Aug
What's Included
- Accommodation Throughout
- Private Transfers
- Breakfast
- Domestic Flights
- International Flights
14 nights from £3,815 per person
Nicola
Travel Specialist
Immerse yourself in the cultural spirit of Thailand, starting in buzzing Bangkok, where golden spires rise above the skyline and longtail boats glide past stilted houses on the Chao Phraya River. Then, step into the pages of history with a day trip to Kanchanaburi to learn the moving stories of WWII prisoners of war who helped build the town’s iconic bridge over the River Kwai.
Journey to the UNESCO-listed Ayutthaya — a city once home to kings, now a haunting collection of crumbling temples and ancient Buddhas wrapped in tree roots – before flying north to Chiang Mai to see a more traditional side of Thailand among the misty mountains and rice paddies. Let it all melt away on the golden sands of Koh Samui, fringed with swaying palms and lapped by turquoise waters – the epitome of tropical escape.
Itinerary
Day 1 Arrive Bangkok
On arrival at Bangkok Airport you will be met by one of our destination representatives and transferred by private escorted vehicle to your hotel. Your guide will take time to discuss your travel plans and how best to experience your stay in Bangkok. The remainder of the day is at your leisure.
Day 2 Bangkok Highlights
This morning enjoy breakfast at your hotel before meeting your guide for a private tour of Bangkok’s Highlights. This is a great introduction to this sprawling and vibrant city, visiting some of the city’s most important temples and, of course, the majestic Grand Palace.
Staying at
Banyan Tree Bangkok
Day 3 River Kwai
Kanchanaburi
Travel west towards the Burmese border on this moving tour to Kanchanaburi and the Bridge over the River Kwai. Start by viewing the Kanchanaburi waterfalls and the peaceful natural surroundings not far from the town. Then on to Hellfire Pass Interpretive Centre and the Memorial Walking Trail dedicated to the allied POWs and Asian labourers who perished during WWII. A very moving experience.
Staying at
Banyan Tree Bangkok
Day 4 Bangkok to Ayutthaya
Ayutthaya
Today leave the bustling streets of Bangkok for your private transfer northbound to the city of Ayutthaya, the former capital of the Kingdom of Siam. This fascinating city is home to Ayutthaya Historical Park, an archaeological site of fascinating ruins, palaces, Buddhist temples and statues. On arrival check-in to your hotel where you can enjoy the facilities, river views or explore the city by foot.
Day 5 Ayutthaya Historical Park by Tuk Tuk
Ayutthaya
Today is a real cultural adventure, traveling around Ayutthaya by vintage Tuk Tuk and visiting the city’s incredible ancient ruins and temples at the Ayutthaya Historical Park. After your tour you are free to explore Ayutthaya at your leisure, enjoy the hotel facilities or take a riverboat ride.
Staying at
Sala Ayutthaya
Day 6 Ayutthaya to Chiang Mai
Today you leave the ancient city of Ayutthaya behind and travel by private transfer to Bangkok Airport for your short flight north to Chiang Mai. The city is home to hundreds of elaborate Buddhist temples, colourful markets, street food stalls and craft shops.
Day 7 Chiang Mai City, Temples and Doi Suthep
Discover an abundance of beautiful and historic Buddhist temples on this private half day tour of Chiang Mai, including a visit to Wat Pra That Doi Suthep.
Staying at
Sala Lanna Chiang Mai
Day 8 Chiang Mai to Koh Samui
Now is time for a change of pace, after transferring to Chiang Mai Airport you will fly to Thailand’s second largest island, Koh Samui, which sits in the Gulf of Thailand. Think coconut groves, palm-fringed beaches, dense rainforest clad mountains and lazy days in the sunshine. On arrival at Koh Samui, you will be transferred by private vehicle.
Day 9 - 14 Koh Samui
The next few days are free for you to kick back, relax and unwind in beautiful Koh Samui. This is one of the world’s most renowned island locations, so is perfect for chilling out after all your cultural adventures. Perhaps you’ll opt to relax by the hotel’s pool, soaking up the rays with a drink in hand. We can arrange a selection of island experiences to fill your days including Thai cookery classes and jungle safaris.
Staying at
SALA Samui Choengmon Beach
Day 15 Koh Samui departure
Enjoy the last early morning stroll along the beach or soak up the final rays of Thai sunshine before checking out for your private transfer to Koh Samui airport in time for your departure flight.
Nicola
Travel Specialist
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14 nights from £3,815 per person
