Travel Detail

After enjoying your scrumptious breakfast, you will be picked up from your hotel. The day’s adventure begins with a ride on the city’s Skytrain. This elevated train line is busy in the morning to avoid the traffic of the streets for a faster, air-conditioned commute. Disembark near the Chao Phraya River and board a public boat to enjoy the views of the city’s skyline and see houses precariously balanced on stilts along the river’s edge.

The boat stops near the iconic Wat Pho and Grand Palace. Spend the remainder of the morning exploring these two remarkable sites. Then hop aboard a tuk tuk to zip through quieter streets to Soi Ban Batra. Visit a family-run workshop that produces monks’ alms bowls. Witness the artisans at work and learn about the daily lives of the Buddhist monks.

Board a ‘bus boat’ rarely used by tourists through the city’s canals to have an up-close look at the ways of life of the local people who live alongside the canals. Then a short walk to the Jim Thompson House to tour of the compound, which highlights the history of the famous and mysterious American silk merchant. Afterwards, stroll to the nearby modern shopping malls for some retail therapy then return to the hotel via Skytrain.

In the evening you will enjoy a not-to-be-missed memorable gastronomic experience in Thailand’s capital, enjoy a sumptuous Thai Set dinner on a vintage teak wood river rice barge “Apsara by Banyan Tree”.

Overnight in Bangkok.

In the morning, you will travel away from Bangkok’s city center for a visit to local markets and countryside neighborhoods. Stop at a local railway station where a bustling country market has sprouted up along the tracks. As a train pulls into the station, witness the vendors quickly clearing their stalls off the railway. Then, after the train departs, watch them set up shop and resume business as usual.

From here, continue to the famous Damnoen Saduak Floating Market. Although these days the stalls are mostly selling items for tourists, the Damnoen Saduak remains the best example of a traditional floating market. Take a stroll around and admire the floating shops, many of which are selling fresh fruits and typical Thai snacks. For visits falling on a Saturday or Sunday, there is an option to visit the less touristy floating market Tha Kha.

Leave the main market area and take a relaxing paddle boat ride in an old section of the floating market. Drive to Supa House Cook & Eat for a hands-on cooking class in a traditional wooden shop. After lunch you will return to Bangkok’s modern city Centre.

This evening you will take a trip to the meeting point nearby Bangkok’s main railway station and be met and greeted by a local food guide. Hop on Bangkok’s iconic 3-wheel, Tuk Tuk, for a night adventure ride to visit the best local eateries around the famous street zone in town. Bangkok is claimed to be the city that never stops eating. Bangkokians usually find themselves eating out at night, especially street food, which the city is also well-known for.
Between the bites, make some nice stomach breaks at the city’s old town landmarks. Visit Wat Pho, for a nighttime perspective and walk through the city’s largest flower market, Pak Klong Talad. The night ends with a final stop outside a secret, hidden bar located by the river. Sip on a chilled Thai beer or a non-alcoholic drink while enjoying amazing night views of the Chao Phraya River along with the glittering Temple of Dawn. After the tour finishes, be dropped off at the hotel by tuk tuk.

Overnight in Bangkok.

After breakfast, you will be picked to and you will explore Thailand's ancient capital and cultural heartlands by train, boat, and tuk-tuk with this absorbing Ayutthaya day trip. The day begins with a morning train ride, approximately 1.20 hours, from Bangkok to the UNESCO World Heritage-listed city of Ayutthaya. The morning is spent exploring the breathtaking temple-studded landscape by a unique Kermit tuk-tuk, visiting the highlighted temples of the city.

In between temples visits, get a taste of local life with a visit to a vibrant market. Take an interesting walk through the town's Muslim Quarter which offers the opportunity to sample an unusual local delicacy, candy floss roti.

After lunch at a local restaurant, the Ayutthaya day trip continues with a leisurely long-tail boat ride, approximately one hour, on the river around Ayutthaya island. This offers the chance to see more of the historic sites from a different perspective. Following this insightful day trip to Ayutthaya, return to Bangkok by van.

Optional Tour: One Night in Bangkok;

Get a taste of Bangkok’s legendary nightlife on this Bangkok night tour. Travel by public transport into the city centre and take a short walk to a chic, designer hotel. Head straight to the bar and grab a cocktail in time to watch the sun set high above the. Hop in a local tuk-tuk or taxi for a short ride into the business district. Join the locals at the street stalls, selecting a variety of traditional Thai dishes for dinner. Enjoy the delicious meal while soaking up the buzzing atmosphere of the city centre. After drinking and eating, (optional) step into the Patpong Museum, an attraction documenting the history of the rise of SE Asia’s most famous red-light direct.

Then, hop on the BTS Skytrain and ride to the edge of the Chao Phraya River. Continue by riverboat across the water to the Asiatique Night Market. Browse the handicraft and clothing stalls, watch the local entertainment, and enjoy the views of the river at night. Around 22:00, head back to the hotel or opt for more chances to sample Bangkok’s legendary nightlife. (D)

Overnight in Bangkok

After breakfast, you will be transferred to the airport for your flight to Chiang Mai. Upon arrival in Chiang Mai, you will be met by your guide for your transfer to your hotel.

After checking in and freshening up you will start exploring the city’s old town, venturing through the crumbling city walls and admiring a blend of old and new buildings. Then step into the secret jungle temple, Wat Phalad. As one of the most peaceful and enchanting constructed temples in Chiang Mai. Here, visit one of the monks and receive a blessing of good health and good fortune.

Leave the city center and take a winding drive into the hills. Climb up the staircase of Wat Phra That Doi Suthep, admiring the intricate naga carvings along the way. Upon reaching the top, explore the 14th-century pagoda and hear about its origins. Wander around the towering, gilded stupa and take a moment to enjoy the views of Chiang Mai in the distance.

Before the sun sets, witness the magical evening chanting of the monks, a serene way to end the day’s spiritual tour.

Overnight in Chiang Mai.

Today you will be picked up at 08:00 from your hotel and transferred to Elephant Rescue Park. Upon arrival, you will be provided with traditional mahout uniforms. Start with an introduction to learn more about elephants. After that, feed, observe, and interact with the elephants. You will also get to walk with them to beautiful viewpoints, where you will have plenty of wonderful photo opportunities. Walk down the hillside towards their bathing area. Enjoy bathing and brushing the elephants in their very own natural swimming pool.
Enjoy a delicious home cooked lunch prepared especially for you before transferring back to your hotel at 14.00.

Enjoy a lively night in Chiang Mai town, wandering through the South Gate of the old city to the traditional street food market that opens every evening. Your guide will be on hand to introduce the many local dishes on offer to sample. After the evening’s gastronomic adventure, guests return to their hotel with their stomach filled with delight.

Optional Tour: Vespa Adventure - Chiang Mai After Dark;

You will be picked up at 18:00. Start the night with a welcome drink and some tasty treats before taking a short walk downtown to soak up the early evening ambience in the park as locals unwind after work. Visit a variety of interesting neighborhoods while zipping along the back streets on the Vespa to discover the diverse and delicious cuisine, nightlife, and unique urban culture of the city.

Embrace the famous Thai flavors while eating and drinking with the locals at well-known places. Experience the lively atmosphere of a colorful evening market. Enjoy a wonderful engaging food experience and create a famous local Thai specialty. Next head out and ride over the iron bridge to the riverside dining location to feast on some classic and traditional Thai dishes, accompanied by live music.

Then hop back on the Vespas and ride through the city streets to the final pit stop. This live music bar showcases local talent and features some of the best musicians in town who jam to an enthusiastic crowd. Join us for a truly authentic Thai style night on the town to remember! (D)

Overnight in Chiang Mai

Free at leisure in Chiang Mai city until the guide picks you up from the hotel and transfer to the airport for your flight to Phuket. Upon arrival, your guide will meet you and transfer to your hotel.

Free afternoon at leisure to relax on the beach.

Overnight in Phuket

Breakfast at the hotel. Day free at leisure to relax on the beach or you may wish to book optional excursions.

Optional activities:

Full Day Phi Phi Island by Speedboat (Join – In);
You will be picked up at 08:00. Escape to a quieter, more natural side of southern Thailand with this day trip from Phuket. Travel by speedboat across the Andaman Sea to the six scenic Phi Phi Islands. The journey to Phi Phi takes around 45 minutes, passing by spectacular limestone karsts that jut out from the blue seas. Sit back and relax, enjoying the views as the boat cruises closer to paradise. Pass by Maya Bay, arguably one of Thailand’s most beautiful places, just for sightseeing. The bay is so stunning, in fact, that it was used as the setting for the famous Hollywood movie ‘The Beach’.

Continue around the islands, Phi Phi Lay Cove and Monkey Beach. Each of these stretches of island boasts swaying palm trees and white sands. There are also calm, clear waters brimming with fish for those who wish to discover Thailand’s underwater beauty. During the day, lunch will be served at Tonsai Bay. This southern stretch of Phi Phi Ley island offers sweeping views of the surrounding sea. The afternoon is spent cruising to Bamboo Island and possibly other island nearby, for more chances to snorkel and swim in the Andaman Sea. After a spectacular day cruising the Phi Phi Islands, it is time to return to Phuket. Transfer back by boat and car, arriving at the hotel early this evening. (L)

James Bond Island by Road Private (from Phuket);
You will be picked up at 08:00. Depart from the hotel and head towards Phang Nga. Visit Suwannakuha Temple, exploring Buddha cave, stalactites and stalagmites, and a lot of monkeys will be waiting to welcome you in front of the temple, a good time for photo taking. Get on a long-tail boat and cruise around Phang Nga Bay en route National Park, Mangrove swamps. Visit the renowned Lord Cave. When you emerge from the cave, observe the rocky statue of the Khao Ma Ju, Khao Nom Sao and Khao Chang. You can see glimpse of daily life in Muslim village and pass two mountains of Khao Ta Pu before reaching the island of Ping-Kan, better known as James Bond Island. Enjoy Thai set lunch, fruits, your favorite tea or coffee at Panyee Village (Muslim Village). Return to Phang Nga jetty and transfer back to Phuket. (L)

Half Day Chalong Bay Distillery Experience;
This tour will introduce you to top-quality rums. Here, you will discover the original handcrafted fine spirit which introduces the French Caribbean heritage of rum distillation back to the birthplace of sugarcane. Kicking off in the afternoon, transfer from the hotel to the Chalong Bay around 1 p.m. Upon arrival, you will be working on your first cocktail. A great chance to create your own styles of cocktails while learning the fascinating story behind the rum in your glass. Also, a chance to learn the secret tricks behind some of the popular cocktails.

Then visit the distillery to observe the inner working process. Learn how award-winning rum is produced from sustainably-grown Thai sugarcane and observe the French copper still and on-site bottling facility in action. After the distillery tour, come back to the bar to taste all the rum flavors and homemade ingredients and then make another more delicious cocktail.

After the making of the second cocktails, now is the time for the blind test competition. Each will have a chance to join the blind taste test station where there will be tasked to try and identify the mysterious flavors of three unreleased Chalong Bay rums. Surely the winner will walk away with a prize. The third cocktail will be made after the competition and you can enjoy it with one delicious Tapas selected from the menu. You will have a chance for shopping before the tour ends. Chalong Bay rums will be packed nicely as a perfect souvenir to bring back home!

Full Day Community Connection at Koh Yao Noi;
You will be picked up at 08:30. Help spread the benefits of tourism to rural communities. Venture away from Phuket and Krabi and spend a day on a small island, supporting family-run businesses and learning about traditional lifestyles of the people. Set off after breakfast aboard a join-in public speedboat Cast off and travel away from the busy beaches of the main island and head toward Koh Yao Noi. Unlike Phuket and Krabi, Koh Yao Noi is a sleepy island where the locals rely on fishing, farming and other small businesses for income.

Spend a full day on Koh Yao Noi, meeting with the friendly residents. Walk through a rubber plantation to see how the trees are tapped for sap, a process done entirely by hand. Then head to a small workshop and witness the time-consuming process of batik making. Around midday, head to a family home where you will enjoy a lunch of home-cooked dishes, and you will also take part in this home cooking experience, learning from this local family. Besides the experience and a delicious meal, but this is also a special way to gain insight into the lives of the southern Thai people.

Spend the rest of the day wandering through rice fields and village laneways, where buffaloes and cows lazily graze. Pay a visit to the local market to see the day’s fresh catch and other items for sale. Then it is time to say farewell to Koh Yao Noi and return by boat to Phuket. (L)

Half Day Street Food For all Your Senses in Phuket Town;
You will be picked up at 07:00. Experience the delights of Thai food and get a closer look at local culinary culture on this Phuket street food tour. Spend the morning walking along the smaller side streets of the city. Stop at a variety of food stalls, some selling fresh fruits and other produce while others sell freshly cooked snacks and noodle dishes. Many of the food stalls have been run by the same family for generations and there will be a chance to chat with some of these shop owners.

Start with a dim sum breakfast, washed down with a cup of locally grown coffee. Visit a local shop to learn about the concept of khao kaeng, Thai food served on trays. Then explore a stall piled high with colorful curry pastes and learn about their different uses.

Continue into the old town, stopping in at the informative Post Office Museum for a short visit. Then return to the food trail stopping to taste items like the Malaysian-influenced roti breads and Chinese-style Hokkien noodles. Learn about the origins of these foods which were introduced by immigrants in the 19th century. Round out the day with some typical southern Thai snacks including a local rendition of a crepe and exotic tropical fruits. With a full belly and camera-full of fabulous food images, return to the hotel. (L)

Tree Tops Elephant Experience
Be picked up from the hotel either 09:30 or 13:30 and transferred to Tree Tops Elephant Reserve, a
true ethical elephant sanctuary in Phuket with the concept of just feeding, walking with, and observing these gentle giants. See the gorgeous elephants as they roam, graze, bathe, and play throughout the forest and natural ponds. Upon arrival at Tree Tops, the experience begins with a presentation about the project of the sanctuary and how the elephants have been cared for and well protected. Listen to important safety rules before it’s time to enjoy an up-close encounter to feed the elephants. Stroll through the sanctuary to observe and learn about the elephants’ daily habits in the peace of nature and no artificial setting. Following this, sit back and relax in the Tree Tops Lounge with stunning views of the sanctuary and elephants grazing or bathing nearby. A delicious vegetarian Thai buffet is served at the sanctuary before bidding farewell to the elephants and returning to the hotel. (L/D)

Overnight in Phuket

Breakfast at the hotel. You will have a leisure day to relax on the beach or you may wish to book optional excursions.

Overnight at Phuket

Our guide will meet up with you at the hotel and transfer you to the airport for your departure flight to your onwards destination.