Marvelous Safaris in Sin-Malay-Thai (22D21N)

On this day, you will have the opportunity to fully explore Singapore with a guided tour of the Sungei Buloh Wetland Reserve, an important rest stop for numerous migratory bird species from around the world. After that, enjoy some free time in the afternoon to do as you please. In the evening, take a walking tour to taste Singapore's famous street food, including flavorful chicken rice, spicy noodles, and chili crabs, reflecting the multicultural Chinese, Malay, and Indian cuisine. Later, you can explore on your own, perhaps catching sunset views from a rooftop patio or admiring the stunning neon-lit sculptures at the iconic Gardens by the Bay

Accommodation : At the hotel in Singapore 

Meals: Breakfast 

In the morning, you will cross the border into Malaysia, heading towards the multicultural city of Melaka. This city has a rich history and has been ruled by a diverse range of people, including Malay sultans and colonizers such as the Portuguese, Dutch, British, and Japanese. Explore the city's prominent landmarks on a walking tour and discover its layered history, from the vibrant Jonker Street to the 17th-century Cheng Hoon Teng temple. In the evening, you can choose to see the city from a different perspective by taking a boat ride or a bicycle rickshaw tour.

Accommodation : At the hotel in Melaka  

Meals: Breakfast

Today, you will travel to the bustling metropolis of Kuala Lumpur, which is Malaysia's capital. Once you arrive, you will have some free time to explore the city at your leisure and experience its vibrant blend of ancient and modern influences. You can choose to visit the iconic Petronas Twin Towers, which stand at a towering height of 1,483 feet above the bustling streets below. Alternatively, delve into Malaysia's Muslim heritage at the Islamic Arts Museum Malaysia, or take a relaxing stroll among the tranquil pools of Lake Gardens park. In the evening, you may want to immerse yourself in the colorful world of Kuala Lumpur's night market, where you can sample various delicious dishes and browse the stalls offering an endless variety of goods.

Accommodation : At the hotel in Kuala Lumpur 

Meals: Breakfast 

Experience a comprehensive day of sightseeing in Kuala Lumpur. Admire the vibrant staircase and temples constructed amidst the limestone cliffs at Batu Caves. Pay a visit to the contemporary National Mosque, which features a striking bright blue roof. Take a leisurely walk at Merdeka Square, which used to be a personal cricket field, and delve into the vast historical archives housed in the National Museum.

Accommodation : At the hotel in Kuala Lumpur 

Meals: Breakfast 

Embark on a road and boat journey to reach our forest lodge located in Taman Negara National Park, which boasts one of the planet's most ancient expanses of deciduous rainforest and a plethora of unique tropical creatures, such as the Asian elephant and Malayan peacock-pheasant. In the evening, join a naturalist guide for a nocturnal jungle stroll, where you can try to spot the elusive Malayan tiger's footprints and listen to the melodious chirps of birds and frogs. Dinner will be served before the excursion.

Accommodation : In Taman Negara  

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner 

Embark on an expedition to the verdant and thriving core of the rainforest by hiking to the summit of Teresek Hill. Traverse an elevated canopy walkway, which provides breathtaking aerial vistas of the park, while also allowing you to spot a variety of vivid bird species. Following a picnic lunch, take a boat ride up the Tahan River to reach Lata Berkoh, a set of waterfalls that flow into deep pools.

Accommodation : In Taman Negara  

Meals: Breakfast,Lunch, Dinner 

Bid adieu to the rainforest and head towards the verdant hills of the Cameron Highlands, which are named after a British explorer who charted the area for the colonial administration. Drop by the BOH tea plantation, which is among the several plantations spanning across undulating hills and a leading producer of black tea in Malaysia. Spend the remainder of the day engaging in self-exploration, choosing to hike through one of the numerous trails meandering through hillside terraces, tour another tea plantation, or unwind in the refreshing mountain air.

Accommodation : At the hotel in Cameron Highlands   

Meals: Breakfast 

Descend from the highlands and journey westward towards the coastline, pausing midway to tour the Ubidiah Mosque and savor a delicious meal at Suka Suka Homestay, providing a peek into the conventional Malay kampung lifestyle, or village life. Proceed towards Penang, which is an island located off the western shore. Spend the afternoon traversing George Town, Malaysia's second-largest city and a historical hub of trade between Asia, Europe, and the Middle East.

Accommodation: At the hotel in George Town    

Meals: Breakfast

Take a leisurely stroll in the morning along the lively streets of George Town, passing by vivid street art and colourful colonial mansions, and consider indulging in a meal at one of the numerous food stalls. Spend the rest of the day discovering Penang at your own pace. You may opt to take a bicycle rickshaw tour or ride a funicular to the apex of Penang Hill, relishing the panoramic vista of George Town stretching towards the deep blue sea. Immerse yourself in cultural heritage by visiting some of the historic temples, or meander through the bustling night market while tasting local delicacies.

Accommodation: At the hotel in George Town    

Meals: Breakfast

Depart for the airport and fly to Phuket, Thailand. Hop onto a speedboat for an exciting ride to Ko Yao Yai, an isolated island situated in Phang Nga Bay, Thailand's breathtaking coastal area. Ko Yao Yai, along with its sibling island Ko Yao Noi, remain among the least developed islands in the locality, providing a genuine tropical escape amidst thick forests, golden beaches, and glistening waters. Ko Yao Yai is a treasure in the Andaman Sea, featuring stunning beaches, coral reefs, mangroves, small fishing villages, and rubber plantations.

Accommodation: At the hotel in Koh Yao Yai    

Meals: Breakfast

Today, set out to explore Ko Yao Yai on your own. Wander along the expansive curves of sandy beaches and relish the sight of towering limestone karst islets dotting the coastline. You may choose to rent a kayak and paddle along the island's pristine coast or put on snorkeling gear to explore the vibrant underwater universe. Drop by a nearby village and engage in friendly conversations with the welcoming locals, or just unwind by the pool (Excluded) 

Accommodation: At the hotel in Koh Yao Yai    

Meals: Breakfast

Today, set out to explore Ko Yao Yai on your own. Wander along the expansive curves of sandy beaches and relish the sight of towering limestone karst islets dotting the coastline. You may choose to rent a kayak and paddle along the island's pristine coast or put on snorkeling gear to explore the vibrant underwater universe. Drop by a nearby village and engage in friendly conversations with the welcoming locals, or just unwind by the pool (Excluded) 

Accommodation: At the hotel in Koh Yao Yai    

Meals: Breakfast

This morning, travel to Phuket, where we’ll catch a flight to Bangkok. Enjoy free time to explore Thailand’s dynamic capital. 

Accommodation: At the hotel in Bangkok     

Meals: Breakfast

Today, we will take the whole day to explore Bangkok – the city of golden temples.

The first destination is the Grand Palace. This huge architecture complex is over 2 sq. kilometers, including 3 main sites: Royal Palace, Royal Office and pagodas (Wat) built in the 1770s. Nowadays, the Grand Palace is no longer home of Thailand Royal, most of the national significant events take place there. Wat Phra Kaew is the most out-standing architecture in the complex, built in 1785 when King Rama I moved the capital to Bangkok. The pagoda is famous not only for its beauty of unique Thailand Buddhism architecture but also for the sacred jade Buddha statue. 

Nearby the Grand Palace is Wat Pho - the oldest and biggest pagoda in Bangkok with more than 1000 Buddha statues and the huge one sit-back Buddha in gold. This pagoda is also famous for being a birthplace of traditional Thai massage, since there is a traditional medicine school established in 1982, educating the arts of Thai massage. 

We will board a boat to pay a visit along the Chao Phraya River, watching the life of local people close by. On route, we stop at Wat Arun, known as the most beautiful pagoda in Bangkok not only for its location on the Chao Phraya’s River bank but also for the different architecture from other pagodas. The pagoda was decorated with glass pieces and Chinese ceramic, in a complicated style. 

After having lunch, we visit the last destination of the day: Wat Traimit. This pagoda is famous for its unique and historic beauty, and also for the huge golden Buddha statue. Thai people believe that the statue represents prosperity and purity, as well as strength and power. 

Return to the hotel and you are free to explore Bangkok by night.

Accommodation: At the hotel in Bangkok     

Meals: Breakfast

Early in the morning, we drive southwest of Bangkok, visit the Maeklong railway market, take photos, enjoy the local snack in the market before driving to Damnoen Saduak, a rural floating market. Stop for a long-tailed boat trip along the waterway to the picturesque floating market of Damnoen Saduak. 

Then we continue the road to the city of Kanchanaburi. Upon arrival, visit the World War II memorial including the Jeath War Museum, Cemetery. Lunch is served in a floating restaurant next to the Kwai River Bridge (by your own account). We continue to Wang Pho to take photos with wild monkeys. And get on a train ride along the railway to enjoy a beautiful river view for around 30 minutes. Overnight in Kanchanaburi 

Accommodation : At the hotel in Kanchanaburi 

Meals: Breakfast 

Morning breakfast and depart for Erawan Waterfall - a beautiful seven-tiered waterfall. Located in Erawan National Park, walking up to see each of the picturesque falls, it is best to bring good walking shoes. Also, guests should remember to bring their swimming suit if they wish to swim in the fall’s natural pools. 

In the afternoon after lunch time, we continue the road to Ayutthaya. The ancient city of Ayutthaya is known as the 'Venice of the East’ because it is found along the Chao Phraya, the tributaries that surround the province of Ayutthaya River. Many monuments and remains of the period can be visited in this city founded in 1350 by King Uthong when the Thai had to migrate to the South under pressure from their neighbors to the North

Accommodation: At the hotel in Ayutthaya

Meals: Breakfast 

Morning after breakfast 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 will visit 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 to the airport for your flight to Chiang Mai  

Accommodation : At the hotel in Chiang Mai

Meals: Breakfast 

Breakfast served at the hotel. 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. 

Then you will 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. In the afternoon you will visit the Doi Suthep hill. Then visit craft villages: lacquer factories, silk weaving, manufacture of umbrellas, wood carvings and goldsmith work.

Then transfer back to the hotel. To brighten up your evening, browse the Night Market for yourself. Stay overnight in Chiang Mai.

Accommodation : At the hotel in Chiang Mai 

Meals: Breakfast

08:00-08:30 AM Pick up from your hotel or accommodation

08:30 Drive approximately 1.5 hours South of Chiang Mai through rolling hills, forest, and local farming areas.

10:30 Arrive at the Sanctuary. Meet your guide and walk for 10-15 minutes through the Jungle to the Elephant Jungle Sanctuary. Change into traditional Karen clothing. Enjoy an introductory lesson about elephant anatomy, history, and behavior.

11:00 Meet the elephants. Feed, interact, and play with the elephants in a natural environment as you learn about their behavior and history. Take photos with the elephants.

12:00 Enjoy a lunch of traditional Thai food and fresh fruit.

13:00 Learn how to make herbal medicine balls, feed the Elephants and then walk with the elephants to the river. Bathe and brush the elephants.

14:00 Join the elephants for a therapeutic mud spa. Swim in the river and take photos with the elephants.

15:00 Change clothes and say good bye to the elephants

15:30 Leave the Elephant Jungle Sanctuary and drive approximately 1.5 hours to Chiang Mai.

17:00-17:30  Drop off at your hotel or accommodation.

Accommodation : At the hotel in Chiang Mai 

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch 

Chiang Mai Full day cooking class 9 a.m. – 3 p.m

After breakfast at hotel transfer to join Thai Cooking Class, it’s rather an extension of a home and an opportunity to share Thai cooking and culture.

We also offer innovative concepts and service at a competitive price. Asia Scenic Thai cooking school does not just teach you to follow the teacher or the cookbook but teach you how to be creative and understand the basic of cooking Thai food.

What you love most is that they do not have a fix menu for you. You cook what you wish to cook.
Created and cared for by a true Thai family. Tasting herbs from our very own garden. Experienced and authentic teachers; all Thai people can cook but not all Thai people can teach you how to cook.

Cook book that comes with the courses has been written by Gayray. All details and pictures step by step that make easier when you are cooking alone at your own home.

We are travelers, we understand what other travelers want and we can share our authentic experiences.

Free uploaded web diary of your cooking experiences!

Night in Chiang Mai.

Accommodation: At the hotel in Chiang Mai
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

You have free time until we pick up and transfer to the airport for your flight to Bangkok and then connect with your international flight 

Accommodation: NA      

Meals: Breakfast