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Essence of Thailand

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Overview

-Explore the bustling city of Bangkok and experience the local life on Chao Phraya River by boat
-Observe local life of various ethnic minorities in traditional villages, enjoy the breath-taking view of Chiang Mai & Chiang Rai and spend a fun time at Elephant Safari

Map
Detailed Itinerary
Day 01

Bangkok Arrival

Upon arrival, you will meet the guide and transfer to the hotel. Free at leisure and overnight in Bangkok.
Day 02

Bangkok (B, L)

Transfer to visit the Grand Palace complex and it consists of not only royal and throne halls, but also a number of government offices as well as the renowned Temple of the Emerald Buddha. And then visit Wat Phra Kaew. After lunch, take a joint local public ferry crossing the Chao Phraya River. Along the way, stop at Wat Arun and then take a joint local public back to visit Wat Pho, you will also visit the Wat Traimit which is well known as the Golden Buddha. A walk to visit Chinatown before going back to the hotel for relaxing.
Day 03

Floating Market – Railway Market (B, L)

Transfer to South west of Bangkok – a green and wet delta area, criss-crossed by canals, highly fertile and full of coconut plantations and fruit orchards. You will enter the Damnoen Saduak floating market by long-tailed boat via a labyrinth of narrow canals through the orchards. After lunch, visit one of the hip markets in the world at Maeklong Railway Market where most stalls are placed on the railway. When the train comes through, all vendors must move, swing their stalls away from trails but return to normal in the short term.
Day 04

Bangkok – Flight to Chiang Mai – Khantoke Dinner (B, D)

Free time until transfer to the airport to take a flight to Chiang Mai. Upon arrival, you will be transferred to the hotel for check-in. In the evening, enjoy Khantoke dinner with a music show by local dancers and singers.
Day 05

Chiang Mai – Mae Taeng Elephant Camp (B, L)

Visit the Mae Taeng Elephant Camp where you will see the demonstration of how the trained elephants are used as work animals in the teak forests including elephant bathing in the river, working in the jungle, dragging and pushing the logs and responding to commands. Then you will ride an elephant for 45 minutes through the jungle, stopping at Lisu village. After lunch, you will take the bamboo raft along the Maetang River and then return to the hotel. On the way, you will stop to visit the orchid & butterfly farm.
Day 06

Chiang Rai – Golden Triangle (B, L)

Transfer to Chiang Rai. On the way you will visit Wat Rong Khun, known for its famous white temple. Next, visit the famous Golden Triangle, where the borders of three countries meet. Enjoy the boat ride and the panoramic view of the Mekong River. Continue to the town of Mae Sai, the border between Thailand & Myanmar and the northernmost point of Thailand. Enjoy shopping for Myanmar products at the local market and then drive back to Chiang Mai. On the way, you will stop to visit the villages of Akha, Yao and Long Neck.
Day 07

Chiang Mai – Doi Suthep – Departure (B)

Visit Wat Phrathat Doi Suthep, the most sacred temple containing a holy relic of the Lord Buddha. The temple compound offers a great view of Chiang Mai and surrounding countryside. A visit to Meo village will be made then transfer to the airport for your own departure flight home.
Price
Number of Participants Superior Category
US$/Pax		 Deluxe Category
US$/Pax		 Luxury Category
US$/Pax
1 2251 2541 3324
2 1255 1410 1835
3 1078 1228 1658
4 925 1075 1499
5 882 1029 1462
6 847 997 1427
7 828 978 1405
8 814 964 1388
Sing - Sup 240 360 815
Accommodation
Destination Superior Category Deluxe Category Luxury Category
Bangkok Silom Serene Hotel
www.silom-serene.com
Deluxe Room		 Eastin Grand Hotel
Eastinhotelsresidences.com
Superior Room		 Grande C.P. Surawong
Website: TBA
Deluxe Room
Chiang Mai Amora Chiang Mai Hotel
www.amorahotels.com
Superior Room		 Rimping Village Hotel
www.rimpingvillage.com
Superior Room		 Chala Number 6 Hotel
www.chalanumber6.com
Deluxe Balcony Room
Inclusion
Inclusions
  • Hotel accommodation
  • Domestic flight
  • English speaking tour guide
  • Private air-conditioned vehicle
  • Meal: B-Breakfast, L-Lunch, D-Dinner
  • Entrance fee as indicated in itinerary
  • Boat trip
  • Mineral water
  • All taxes and service charge
Exclusions
  • International flight to/from Thailand
  • Early check-in & late check-out at hotel
  • Visa fee
  • Travel insurance
  • Personal expense
  • Tipping
  • Other drink
  • Surcharge for peak season
  • Any other services not mentioned above

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