20 days/19 nights
Independent, Land Only from $3880 per person

Experience the best of Thailand on this journey full of Adventure and Indulgence. From the bustling cities of Bangkok and Pattaya, to the pristine beaches of Koh Samui, and Phuket along with the culture and serenity in found in Northern Thailand, and Chiang Mai – you will be amazed by the country of Thailand!

Inclusions:

• Private car transfers in Bangkok
• Shangri-La Bangkok, 3 nights
• Floating Market and River Kwai full day tour
• Evening Dinner Cruise
• Private car transfers Bangkok to Pattaya Beach
• Sheraton Pattaya, 3 nights
• Half Day Elephant Trekking
• Private car transfers in Koh Samui
• Chewang Regent Beach Resort, 3 nights
• Private car transfers in Phuket
• Holiday Inn – Busakorn Phuket, 4 nights
• 2 Day Elephant Hill Jungle Safari
  Day1: From Phuket To Khao Sok National Park
  Day2: From Khao Sok National Park To Phuket
• Full day Phi Phi day tour by Speedboat
• Round trip transfers in Chiang Mai
• The Chedi Chiang Mai, 4 nights
• 2 Day Chiang Mai Adventure
  Day1: From Chiang Mai To Hmong Hilltribe Lodge
  Day2: From Hmong Hilltribe Lodge To Chiang Mai
• Meals: Breakfast: 9, Lunch: 6, Dinner: 4

Itinerary:

Day 1:
You will be greeted on your arrival in Bangkok and taken by private car from the Airport to your hotel.
Accommodation: Shangri-La Bangkok, 3 nights (deluxe)

Day 2:
Floating Market and River Kwai full day tour

If your time in Bangkok is limited then this is an ideal way to see two great places in one full day excursion. Your journey commences with a leisurely drive passing through salt fields and rice paddies before arriving at a jetty. Here we will board long tail speed boats to take you to the market. The market is made up of Thai style canoes laden with colourful, succulent fruits, vegetables, sweets and meats. They gently ply their way through the canal selling as they go.   From the market we will continue west to Kanchanaburi, home to the River Kwai and its infamous bridge.   Lunch will be taken at a local restaurant before visiting the bridge after which a visit is made to the JEATH museum and the Allied War Grave Cemetery. Combining the two attractions unfortunately means there is not enough time to take a train ride.
Meals: lunch

Day 3:
Evening Dinner Cruise

Treat yourself to a memorable night on board one of Bangkok's most luxurious restaurant boats. Relax in modern comfort and dine on a variety of Thai dishes while you slowly cruise along the River of Kings-Chao Phraya River passing the temple of dawn (Wat Arun), Grand Palace and life along the river as it slowly starts to unwind after a busy day. The on board band will also keep you entertained.
Meals: dinner

Day 4:
You will be transferred by private car from Bangkok to Pattaya Beach

Accommodation: Sheraton Pattaya Beach, 3 nights (deluxe)

Day 5:
Half Day Elephant Trekking

For an unforgettable experience spend approximately 1.5 hours
trekking on the back of a well trained elephant with Experienced mahout (elephant driver).

Day 6:
At your leisure to explore Pattaya Beach

Day 7:
You will be transferred by Private car from Pattaya to Bangkok

Own Arrangements Bangkok – Koh Samui (flight not included)

On arrival in Koh Samui you will be transferred by private car to your accommodation.

Accommodation: Chewang Regent Beach Resort, 3 nights (Deluxe)

Day 8-9:
At your leisure to explore Koh Samui

Day 10:
You will be transferred by Private car to the airport

Own arrangements Koh Samui to Phuket (flight not included)

On arrival in Phuket you will be transferred by private car to your accommodation.

Accommodation: Holiday Inn – Busakorn Phuket, 2 nights (first class/Deluxe)

Day 11:
At your leisure to explore Phuket

Day 12:
2 Day Elephant Hill Jungle Safari

Day1: From Phuket To Khao Sok National Park Pick up from Phuket, Khao Lak and  Krabi and transfer to Khao Sok. En route glimpses of tropical rural life here in southern Thailand can be seen along the way. Arrive at the elephant camp, here you can see, touch and find out about the life of Thai elephants and about the elephant breeding conservation project the company is running. Also the guide will explain about the mahout, the man who takes care of the elephant. Trekking on elephant back is a unique experience here in the rainforest, what better way is there to get a birds eye view of nature. Returning from the jungle with a huge appetite you will appreciate the buffet lunch that is served, a variety of Thai dishes cooked not too spicy. After lunch take a jungle river canoe trip down the Sok river. The canoes are very stable and safe, life jackets are provided as well as a local river guide to paddle the canoe. Drift along the jungle river passing limestone mountains and cliffs covered with exotic tropical vegetation. After all this activity close to nature it is time for a hot shower and what better place than in the unique bathroom of your luxury safari tents. Relax and enjoy the panoramic views of the surrounding jungle covered mountains. A wide selection of cocktails, wines, and spirits are available at the 'Jungle explorers club bar'. Afterwards its time for dinner in this unique location beside the rainforest, the sounds and atmosphere will make this a memorable experience. Overnight in luxury safari tents with comfortable beds, reading lights, hot water and western style toilets. The tents doors and windows have mosquito netting as well as canvas flaps so insect and reptile cannot enter. The temperature at night drops, the tents are well ventilated; blankets keep you snug in the cool of the night.
Overnight: Elephant Hills
Meals: lunch, dinner

Day 13:
Day2: From Khao Sok National Park To Phuket Wake up to the sounds of nature and birds calling from the bushes close to the tent. When the sun comes up and clears the mist over the mountains and jungle to the south of elephant hills the gibbons start to make their morning territorial calls that echo down the valley. Tea and coffee making facilities are available in the tent for early risers; breakfast is at your leisure. Having trekked on elephant back, been paddled by canoe along the river, now its time to come face to face with the jungle by exploring it on foot. It is not a army survival exercise, there are no prizes for the fastest trekkers, snakes and spider do not jump out at you, it is just an opportunity to explore the ecology of the rainforest, to see a great variety of exotic plants, tropical hardwood trees with huge roots, orchids, palms, ferns, bamboos, mosses the variety is unlimited. Birds such as the hornbill live high up above, gibbon can often be heard calling to their mates, a macaque or leaf monkey may be heard swinging through the branches, every day is different but it is truly wonderful to discover the great variety of life forms that co-exists together, this can only be experienced on foot, take it slowly, look, learn and listen then you too will start to discover some of the secrets of the rainforest. Weather permitting lunch will be served in the rainforest cooked in bamboo. Sadly in the afternoon its time to return to your hotel or the airport but you will always know how it feels to be close to nature in the jungle, something you will never forget.
Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner

Accommodation: Holiday Inn – Busakorn Phuket, 2 nights (first class/Deluxe)

Day 14:
Full day Phi Phi by Speedboat

A full day out to visit the two most beautiful islands in the Andaman Sea, a perfect combination tour for those who have limited time to explore this area.  Enjoy an hour ride on a speedboat to the most famous island in Asia, Phi Phi.  Discover the fantastic landscapes of  'Maya Bay' now famous due to the new film called 'The Beach'.  Enjoy a great lunch (included) at a beachside restaurant on Phi Phi Island.  After lunch another 10 minutes ride to a secluded beach where you can enjoy swimming, snorkeling and sun bathing.
Meals: lunch

Day 15:
You will be transferred by private car from your Phuket accommodation to the airport.

Own arrangements Phuket to Chiang Mai (flights not included)

On arrival into Chiang Mai you will be transferred to your Chiang Mai accommodation.

Accommodation: The Chedi – Chiang Mai, 2 nights (deluxe)

Day 16:
At your leisure to explore Chiang Mai

Day 17:
2 Day Chiang Mai Adventure

Day1: From Chiang Mai To Hmong Hilltribe Lodge Approximately 60kms north of Chiang Mai, situated on the banks of the Ping River, is Chiang Dao Elephant Camp. Ina an unspoiled setting, marvel at these colossal bests of burden performing amazing feats of strength and skill, at the command of their 'mahouts. Then follows an exhilarating elephant trek through the neighboring jungle, pass bamboo trees and hanging creepers. Lunch will be provided at a local restaurant. Then start biking along the beautiful and peaceful paved and dirt rural tracks passing a small Lahu hilltribe village, and a Palong hilltribe village, new immigrants from Myanmar, to an Akha hilltribe village and further to a Palong (Baan Pang Daeng) hilltribe village. A stop will be made at Baan Pang Daeng School where you can join the children's activities. Then drive Hmong Hilltribe Lodge where you stay overnight and have dinner with hilltribe shows.
Overnight: Hmong Hilltribe Lodge
Meals: lunch, dinner

Day 18:
Day2: From Hmong Hilltribe Lodge To Chiang Mai Breakfast will be provided at the Lodge. Start trekking from the lodge to the nearby Hmong Hilltribe Village. Then drive to Mae Tamann, where you can bike along the rural dirt mountain tract to Baan Muang Kut. Arrive at Baan Muang Kut, trek to a small forest waterfall where you can take a rest. Picnic lunch will be provided. Then start your most exciting and adventurous white water rafting (rubber raft) down the Mae Taeng River.
NOTE: White water rafting is subject to cancellation without prior notice, if the river is too dangerous. Return to your hotel in Chiang Mai. Note: There are no Public Holidays where the service will not operate.
Meals: breakfast, lunch

Accommodation: The Chedi – Chiang Mai, 3 nights (deluxe)

Day 19:
At your leisure to explore Chiang Mai

Day 20:
You will be transferred from your Chiang Mai accommodation to the airport.

Own arrangements onwards (flights not included)

Terms and Conditions:
Prices are per person based on double occupancy in USD. Prices are “from” and seasonal surcharges may apply. Room category is run of house unless otherwise stated – ask for details on higher room categories. Flights not included. CST 2001136-50.