The Ultimate Thailand Odyssey
Embark on an unforgettable journey through the heart and soul of Thailand. This all-encompassing tour offers the perfect balance of vibrant city life, deep historical immersion, misty northern mountains, and serene coastal relaxation. From the bustling capital to the tranquil banks of the Mekong and the white sands of the Gulf, experience the very best the Kingdom has to offer.
Relaxation
History
Classic
Cultural Immersion
Soft adventure
Family
Private
- Bangkok City tour to explore glistening temples, the Grand Palace, floating market, railway market and world-famous street food.
- Ayutthaya & Kanchanaburi: Step back in time at the ancient ruins of the former capital, Ayutthaya (a UNESCO World Heritage site), before witnessing the poignant WWII history of Kanchanaburi and the famous Bridge over the River Kwai.
- Venture deep into the North to Chiang Rai to see the iconic White Temple. Explore the legendary Golden Triangle—where Thailand, Laos, and Myanmar meet
- Visit the historic riverside town of Chiang Saen on the banks of the Mekong.
- Chiang Mai: Discover the ancient walled city, visit sacred mountaintop temples, and experience the rich Lanna culture and lush highlands.
- Hua Hin Beach Relax: Unwind on long stretches of sand, enjoy fresh seafood, and soak up the laid-back atmosphere before your return.
Price and booking
| Tour & packages | 2-3 pax | 4-6 pax | From 7 pax | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Private Tour | 2-3 pax$2,015 | 4-6 pax$1,625 | From 7 pax$1,512 | Send inquiry |
Included and Excluded
- English-speaking guide during the visit time of your trip.
- Private air-conditioned vehicle.
- Accommodation in the hotels mentioned or similar.
- All the excursions and visits mentioned.
- Entrance tickets/boat.
- Private long tail boat on Chao Phraya River
- Meals mentioned. (B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner).
- Taxes and service charges.
- International/domestic flights.
- Early check-in/ late check-out.
- Alcoholic beverages
- Travel insurance (compulsory).
- Personal expenses
- Tips for guides, drivers, porters.
- Visa.
Itinerary
On arrival at Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport. Our tour guide and driver will pick you up then transfer to the hotel for check-in, time at leisure.
An early start will get you to Wat Pho in time to experience the monks early morning chanting ritual (chanting starts at 09.00AM). After this uplifting and often private experience, visit the temple grounds and the famous 45-metre reclining Buddha. Continue to The Grand Palace, Thailand’s most important landmark, where you will be awed by the grandeur and majesty of the building and its throne halls. Then, of course, marvel at the mysterious Emerald Buddha, the most revered Buddha image in Thailand.
Delicious lunch is served at the delightful Never Ending Summer, a Thai rustic restaurant, situated by Chao Phraya River. (Note: Lunch at Never Ending Summer is one choice of main dishes with drinking water.)
After lunch, board a long-tail boat sailing up the majestic Chao Phraya river before entering the Khlong that takes us away from the normal tourist trail. Inside the network of Khlongs guest will stop at Wat Khun Chan which is an interesting temple area rarely visited by tourists. Crossing a small footbridge leads into the old alleys where a cold coffee can be enjoyed before entering Wat Paknam or the white stupa with a hidden museum.
Back in the boat and continue on a beautiful part of the Khlong with a mix of old wooden houses and new modern mansions until reaching an orchid and fruit farm where guest will have time to walk around and see the many types of orchids on display. Transfer back to your hotel, end of the excursion.
Early in the morning, we drive to the southwest of Bangkok, visitting the Maeklong railway market, taking photos, and enjoying the local snack in the market before driving to Damnoen Saduak - a rural floating market. Stop for a motor boat trip along the waterway to the picturesque floating market of Damnoen Saduak.
Afterwards we continue the road to the city of Kanchanaburi. Upon arrival, visit the World War II memorial including the Jeath War Museum, Cemetery.
We continue to boarding a train for riding along the beautiful river for around 30 minutes and transfer then city to visit Kwai bridge.
Overnight in Kanchanaburi.
Breakfast and depart for Erawan Waterfall - a beautiful seven-tiered waterfall located in Erawan National Park, walk up to see the picturesque falls (Please bring good walking shoes for walking or swimsuit if you wish to swim in the fall’s natural pools)
After lunch, we continue the road to Ayutthaya, with the distance of 220kms, it takes about 3,5 hours to get there. The ancient city of Ayutthaya is known as the 'Venice of the East’ because it is found along the Chao Phraya, the tributaries surround the province of Ayutthaya River. Many monuments and remains of the period founded in 1350 by King Uthong when the Thai had to migrate to the South under pressure from their neighbours to the North. Check in the hotel on arrival, time at leisure.
we will catch Kermit tuk tuk. These ‘cute’ tuk tuks are found in only two of Thailand’s provinces: Ayutthaya, and Trang. Along the ride, explore the temple highlights of the city from Wat Yai Chaimongkol, Wat Mahathat (with a Buddha face emerging from a tree), and strolling through a local market en route to Wat Phra Srisanphet. And after that we visit will be the Bang Pa-In Summer Palace, built during the Ayutthaya era. The palace showcases an eclectic collection of buildings that blend European, Khmer, Thai and Chinese architectural styles. It’s the favorite summer palace of the King. And transfer back to Bangkok for flight to Chiang Rai. Pick up and transfer to hotel.
Time free and stay overnight in Chiang Rai.
After breakfast, the tour guide will take you to visit the local market to discover the local products. After that we visit the world famous Wat Phra Kaew where the Emerald Buddha image was once enshrined. Move on to Wat Phra Singh where one of Thailand’s most beautiful Buddha images is now enshrined. Then short drive from Chiang Rai City to Black House. Baan Dam (Black House) is the unique creation of national artist, Thawan Duchanee. Part art studio, part museum, part home, Baan Dam is an eclectic mix of traditional northern Thai buildings interspersed with some outlandish modern designs. Lunch on your own and afternoon we will take on our boat cruise on Mae Kok river from Chiang Rai to Karen village where you can watch elephants or feed them. After that you will take 1 hour elephant trekking. Transfer back to Chiang Rai.
Stay overnight in Chiang Rai.
After breakfast, we depart for the northern of Thailand, a wooded, mountainous and beautiful area. This morning, you will explore the surroundings and the first road you will take is the one that leads to Mae Salong, up and down the green hills, covered with tea plantations, taste the delicious tea produced by one of the many plantations of the region. Arrive at Doi Mae Salong, you will visit a village of ethnic minorities: the village Akah of Loyo. Afer that you will visit the Mae Fah Luang botanical garden. Drive to the Golden Triangle, take the boat trip on the Mekong River to see Thailand, Burma & Laos triangle.
Overnight in Chiang Saen.
After breakfast, you will leave the hotel for Thaton Town. A short stop on the way to visit the village of Patai to meet the Padong Karen hill tribe, famous for its women "giraffes" who wear copper necklaces around their neck to lengthen it. On arrival in Thaton Town, we visit Thaton Wat, enjoy your lunch at a restaurant on the bank of Kok river.
In the afternoon, take the road trip to Chiang Mai, the capital of the North, and stop for a walk in the maze of underground galleries in Chiang Dao. Check in the hotel on arrival , time at leisure and overnight in Chiang Mai.
On arrival at Chiang Mai train station, our tour guide will pick you up to the local restaurant for breakfast and morning coffee. The morning will be mainly devoted to the walking tour of the old town with a stop at the old wall, the moat and a door of the old town. You will see the most beautiful temples of Chiang Mai: Wat Phra Singh temple, Wat Phan Tao temple, Wat Chedi Luang temple, stroll along small streets lined with traditional houses, where you will take rickshaw tour.
After that, you will take a walking through the central market of Warorot. Time for lunch then transfer to the hotel for check in.
In the afternoon we cannot miss the Doi Suthep hill. The mountain’s temple is one of the most historically and spiritually significant places in Thailand. We drive up the scenic mountainous terrains and pass by lush landscapes on your way to the base of the complex. We then climb up for more than 300 staircase and finally take an elevator to the top. Here get your chance to admire the picturesque panorama views of Chiang Mai City.
Then transfer back to the hotel. To brighten up your evening, browse the Night Market for yourself.
Stay overnight in Chiang Mai.
After breakfast, transfer to the Elephant Poopoo paper farm which is an eco-friendly, naturally built, outdoor museum park that introduces and explains the unique steps involved in making our much talked about paper products from elephant poop fibers!
Eight pavilions in Elephant Poopoo Park Chiang Mai will introduce you to know the procedure from elephant poo to final paper product. Additionally, you will have chance to practice making poopoo paper. Exciting!
Afternoon taking two hours of boat trip along the Mae Ping River, an excellent way to spend an afternoon. You get to watch as the scenery along the river changes, you will also get to see many beautiful traditional teak houses as well as a lot of rural greenery along the wat. Back to the hotel, time at leisure
Take the morning flight to Bangkok. On arrival at the airport in Bangkok, you will be picked up and transferred to Hua Hin, with the distance about 200km It takes about 3 hours by car.
Check in the hotel on arrival, time at leisure. These days in Hua Hin you will have free time to enjoy the beach activities
You will have all day free & easy. Hua Hin
Free time until 3 hour transfer by car to Bangkok airport for your departure.
Accommodations used in the tour
- 2 nights in Bangkok at Eleven Sukhumvit
- 1 night at U Inchantree Kanchanaburi Resort
- 1 night in Ayutthaya at Kantary Hotel Ayutthaya
- 2 nights in Chiang Rai at Nak Nakara Hotel
- 1 night in Chiang Saen at Viang Yonok Hotel
- 3 nights in Chiang Mai at Aruntara Riverside
- 3 nights in Hua Hin at Avani+ Hua Hin Resort