Treasures of Thailand (Bus Tour)

Highlights

Dining Summary

• 5 Dinner (D)
• 10 Breakfast (B)
• 8 Lunch (L)

Be My Guest

• Chiang Mai: Join the Saiwangjit family who live in a wooden Thai stilt house for a traditional northern Thai-style meal.

Dive into Culture

• Bangkok: Visit Lumpini Park in Bangkok and join the locals in their daily T'ai Chi practice.
• Bangkok: Enjoy a traditional Thai massage in the grounds of Wat Pho, a centre for traditional Thai massage.
• Bangkok: Learn the secrets of Thai cooking and visit a local market to buy fresh ingredients.
• Stop at a coconut palm sugar plantation and discover how the farmer extracts the sap from the palm trees to be turned into sugar.

Iconic Experience

• Bangkok: Begin your city tour by visiting Bangkok's Grand Palace, home to the most sacred Buddhist temple in Thailand, Wat Phra Kaew. Continue your exploration of the city and its renowned landmarks.
• Bangkok: Embark on an Express River Cruise on the Chao Praya River and admire the beautiful Temple of the Dawn along the way.
• Damnoen Saduak Floating Market: Visit the famous floating market at Damnoen Saduak and paddle along the canals laden with fresh produce to sell.
• Kanchanaburi: Discover the "Death Railway" when you visit Hellfire Pass and learn about the horrible conditions of which the prisoners of WWII had to endure when building this landmark.
• Kanchanaburi: Bask in the views of the Kwai River as you make your way across wooden viaducts on your scenic train ride.
• Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya: Delve into the rich trading history of the UNESCO-listed Ayutthaya as you embark on your city tour.
• Sukhothai: Visit Sukhothai Historical Park and choose to explore the park by bicycle or tram tour.
• Sukhothai: Spend some time with a local family and learn the art of amulet making and how these jewels protect the owner from harm.
• Chiang Mai: Spend the evening enjoying a walk through the vibrant Sunday market of Chiang Mai with your Travel Director.
• Wat Suan Dok: Visit Wat Suan Dok Temple, marvel at the golden details and meet a local monk.
• Chiang Mai: See the vibrant paper umbrellas that are famously crafted in the San Kamphaeng District.
• Wat Phrathat Doi Suthep: Visit Wat Doi Suthep, which is one of Thailand's most sacred temples and listen closely for the chanting of the monks.

MAKE TRAVEL MATTER®

• Natonchan: On a visit to Natonchan we interact with the locals and meet one of the villagers to learn about traditional crafts such as gymnastic doll making and creating textiles in an array of patterns which are then soaked in mud to protect them from fading.

Must-see Highlights

• Explore Bangkok and Chiang Mai
• Visit the Grand Palace, the temples of Wat Phra Kaew and Wat Pho in Bangkok, the Damnoen Saduak Floating Market, the ancient city of Ayutthaya and Sukhothai Heritage Park
• View the Bridge over the River Kwai, Hellfire Pass in Kanchanaburi and Wat Mahathat in Ayutthaya

Stays With Stories

• Bangkok: The Montien Hotel was ceremoniously opened by Her Majesty Queen Sirikit of Thailand on Valentines Day in 1967. It quickly became one of Thailand's most-loved venues attracting royalty and actors from across the globe.

Included in Price

Whats Included

• An expert Travel Director and professional Driver
• Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted
• All porterage and restaurant gratuities
• All hotel tips, charges and local taxes
• Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals
• Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras
• Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing
• Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)
• Optional Experiences and free time
• On occasion, hotels of similar standard and location may be utilised.
• Flight from Bangkok to Sukhothai.

Travel Package

This is an Organised Group Tour: the itinerary has been predefined by the tour operator. The tour destinations, duration, accommodations, departure dates and the price are fix. You can join, enjoy and meet other people.

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