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Thonburi Khlongs and Wat Arun

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Ayutthaya with Lunch Cruise

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Bangkok Cycling Discovery

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Jim Thompson House

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Hellfire Pass with Lunch

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Thai Cooking Class

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Golden Triangle and Hall of Opium with lunch

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Botanic Gardens and Local Crafts in Chiang Mai

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Khantoke Dinner and Show

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Nature

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Thonburi Khlongs and Wat Arun

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Culture

Optional Add On

Ayutthaya with Lunch Cruise

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Nature

Optional Add On

Bangkok Cycling Discovery

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Art

Optional Add On

Jim Thompson House

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Nature

Optional Add On

Hellfire Pass with Lunch

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Food & Wine

Optional Add On

Thai Cooking Class

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Entertainment

Optional Add On

Golden Triangle and Hall of Opium with lunch

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Nature

Optional Add On

Botanic Gardens and Local Crafts in Chiang Mai

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Entertainment

Optional Add On

Khantoke Dinner and Show

CHOOSE

Nature

Thonburi Khlongs and Wat Arun

CHOOSE

Culture

Ayutthaya with Lunch Cruise

CHOOSE

Nature

Bangkok Cycling Discovery

CHOOSE

Art

Jim Thompson House

CHOOSE

Nature

Hellfire Pass with Lunch

CHOOSE

Food & Wine

Thai Cooking Class

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Entertainment

Golden Triangle and Hall of Opium with lunch

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Nature

Botanic Gardens and Local Crafts in Chiang Mai

CHOOSE

Entertainment

Khantoke Dinner and Show

When do you want to travel?

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12 Days, 1 Country and 5 Cities

Meals

11 Breakfasts, 5 Lunches, 4 Dinners

Accommodation

11 Nights

Tailor Your Trip

9 Choice Experiences

Urban Energy, Serene Landscapes and Cultural Treasures

Diving into Thailand's rich history and fascinating culture, experience the contrasts between the bright lights, glittering skyscrapers and vibrant street markets of Bangkok and the lush green landscapes and peaceful rural life of northern Thailand.

ESSENTIALS

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INCLUDED IN YOUR TOUR

We know that when you travel, different people enjoy different things. That’s why we take care of all your travel essentials, while you tailor the rest.

Quality Accommodation

Comfortable Transport

Expert Travel Director

Professional Driver

Sustainable Travel

All the Big Sights

Reclining Buddha Statue in Bangkok, Thailand

Tailored

By You

Experiences to Tailor Your Tour

Incredible on-trip experiences you can choose to opt into based on your interests and budget. Expertly designed by our team, they get you to the heart of a destination, supercharging your tour beyond the main must-sees.

Tailor Your Trip

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Day By Day Itinerary

12 Days trip from Bangkok to Chiang Mai visiting 1 Country and 5 Cities

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Included Sightseeing

Bangkok

Visit Wat Pho and the Grand Palace

Chiang Mai

Visit the Night Market and the temples of Wat Phra Singh and Wat Chedi Luang

Chiang Rai

Visit Wat Rong Khun - the White Temple

Kanchanaburi

Visit the Thailand-Burma Railway Centre, the War Cemetery, the infamous Death Railway and the Bridge on the River Kwai

Mae Kachan

Feel refreshed in the natural hot springs

Sukhothai

Visit the UNESCO-listed Sukhothai Historical Park

What You Can Expect On Your Trip

An expert Travel Director and professional Driver

Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted

Many meals and daily breakfasts included

City orientation tours

Audio Headsets provided throughout your holiday to enhance your included sightseeing experiences

Luxury air-conditioned coach

Extensive variety of Choice Experiences

On occasion, hotels of similar standard and location may be utilised

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

WE MAKE TRAVEL MATTER^®

You'll make a positive impact to people, planet and wildlife on this tour

Feel good (and do good) travel

It feels good to do good. These sustainable travel experiences help you meet inspiring people, support local communities, and make amazing memories that last a lifetime.

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