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Thailand Beauty 17 Days 16 Nights

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Kanchanaburi - Bangkok - Chiang Mai - Chiang Rai - Chiang Saen - Phuket

17 days

Classic Highlights

Overview

Retrospect and immerse in a back in time Thailand vacation, where captivating experiences await at every turn. Delve into the heart of Bangkok, immersing yourself in the ancient wonders of its revered temples, a quintessential part of any Thai sojourn. Witness the captivating spectacle of the floating market, where vibrant barges laden with treasures ply the canals, showcasing the unique trade traditions of this vibrant city.

Unveil the tapestry of Thailand's history as you venture to Ayutthaya and Kanchanaburi, where ancient and modern tales intertwine. Marvel at the architectural marvels of Ayutthaya Historical Park, a living testament to a glorious bygone era. Traverse the rugged terrain of Kanchanaburi, discovering poignant reminders of the past and gaining a deeper understanding of Thailand's rich heritage.

Immerse yourself in the vibrant tapestry of ethnic villages, where time-honored customs and traditions come alive. Traverse the legendary Golden Triangle, where the Mekong River converges, and bear witness to the harmonious coexistence of Thai, Laotian, and Burmese cultures.

Enchanting Chiang Mai beckons with its captivating allure. Lose yourself in the labyrinthine streets, adorned with ancient temples and vibrant markets, immersing yourself in the vibrant spirit of this cultural hub. Ascend Doi Suthep Hill, where a breathtaking panorama unfolds, and marvel at the ethereal beauty that surrounds you.

Indulge in moments of pure relaxation on the idyllic shores of Phuket, where pristine beaches caress turquoise waters. Surrender to the gentle embrace of the ocean breeze as you bask in the splendor of this tropical paradise.

Let your senses wander and your spirit soar as you embark on this extraordinary journey through Thailand, where each day promises a new adventure and a myriad of unforgettable moments.

Highlights

• Visit famous temples of Bangkok city, the must-do thing when we come to Thailand
• Observe how they trade items between boats at floating market
• Learn the ancient and the new history of Thailand in Ayutthaya and Kanchanaburi
• Wander around the ethnic village to explore their culture
• Join a boat trip at Golden Triangle – where Thai, Laos, Myanmar meet at the confluence on Mekong river
• Admire the beauty of Chiang Mai city with attractions
• Relax by yourselves at the cool water of Phuket beach

Itinerary in Brief

Day 1: Bangkok Arrival
Day 2: Bangkok Full Day City Tour (B)
Day 3: Bangkok – Damnoen Saduak Floating Market – Nakhon Pathom – Kanchanaburi (B)
Day 4: Kanchanaburi – Ayutthaya (B)
Day 5: Ayutthaya Historical Park – Bangkok (B)
Day 6: Bangkok – Flight to Chiang Rai (B)
Day 7: Chiang Rai City tour (B)
Day 8: Chiang Rai – Doi Mae Salong – Golden Triangle – Chiang Saen (B)
Day 9: Chiang Saen – Chiang Mai (B)
Day 10: Chiang Mai City – Doi Suthep Hill (B)
Day 11: Chiang Mai – Chiang Dao Elephant Riding & Rafting (B)
Day 12: Chiang Mai – Doi Inthanon – Chiang Mai (B)
Day 13: Chiang Mai – Poopoo Paper park – Flight to Phuket via Bangkok (B) No guide in Phuket
Day 14: Phuket – Phang Nga Bay – Phuket (B)
Day 15: Phuket Beach free & easy (B)
Day 16: Phuket Beach free & easy (B)
Day 17: Phuket – Flight to Bangkok – Departure (B)

Itinerary in Details

Day 1 Day 2 Day 3 Day 4 Day 5 Day 6 Day 7 Day 8 Day 9 Day 10 Day 11 Day 12 Day 13 Day 14 Day 15 Day 16 Day 17

Day 1: Bangkok Arrival (-)

Warmly welcome you on arrival at Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport. We will pick you up with a comfortable vehicle to the center of Bangkok to check-in your hotel, then take your time to have a rest after a long flight.
Accommodation : At the hotel in Bangkok
Meals: Not available

Day 2: Bangkok Full Day City Tour (B)

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 1770s. Nowadays, the Grand Palace is no longer home of Thailand Royal, most of national significant events takes place there.

Wat Phra Kaew is the most out-standing architecture in 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 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.

Afterwards, we visit Wat Traimit – the temple famous for its unique and historic beauty, and also for the huge golden Buddha statue. Thai people believe that the statue represents for prosperity and purity, as well as strength and power. The Golden Statue was defined to be built in Sukhothai period, the 13-15th century – one of the most famous periods of Thai Buddhism architecture

After having lunch on your own, ưe will board on 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 riverbank but also for the different architecture from other pagodas. The pagoda was decorated with glass pieces and Chinese ceramic, in a complicated style.
Return to the hotel and you are free to explore Bangkok by night.
Accommodation : At the hotel in Bangkok
Meals: Breakfast

Day 3: Bangkok – Damnoen Saduak Floating Market – Nakhon Pathom - Kanchanaburi (B)

Early in the morning, after having breakfast, we pay a visit to Meaklong Railway Market - a local market has grown up along the rail tracks. When a train pulls in or out of the station, the sellers quickly clear their stalls, and set them up again when the train has passed.

We continue our way to Damnoen Saduak Floating market. Arrival at the market, you can see the vendors who wear traditional farmer dresses and hats bring local Thai foods, fruits and products to sell on rowing boats

We transfer to Kanchanaburi, check-in the hotel there and then we visit JEATH War Museum, a museum about the Death Railway built from 1942 to 1943. The museum exhibits photographs and illustrations reflecting the living condition of prisoners of war during that cruel time.

Nearby the JEATH War Museum is Kanchanaburi War Cemetery, holding almost 7.000 graves of victims of Japanese immurement during their construction for the Burma Railway.

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

Accommodation : At the hotel in Kanchanburi
Meals: Breakfast

Day 3: Bangkok – Damnoen Saduak Floating Market – Nakhon Pathom - Kanchanaburi (B)

Day 4: Kanchanaburi - Ayutthaya (B)

After your breakfast at your hotel, we depart to Erawan Waterfall, considered as the most beautiful waterfall of Thailand. 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, 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 neighbours to the North

Arrival in Ayutthaya, check-in the hotel and you are free to relax.

Accommodation : At the hotel in Ayutthaya
Meals: Breakfast

Day 5: Ayutthaya Historical Park – Bangkok (B)

Having a breakfast and today we will pay a visit to some sites of Ayutthaya Historical Park, situated in the old city of Ayutthaya. Being a ruin with many temples which characterize this handicraft type of architecture built with red bricks, the park was recognized as World’s Heritage Site by UNESCO.
Wat Phu Khao Thong is a massive pagoda towering in the middle of paddy fields. There is a high golden plated chedi on the top, which makes the pagoda outstanding.
Wat Phra Sri Sanphet was the most important temple of Ayutthaya with 3 towers standing high together in Ceylonese style.
Vihara Phra Mongkhon Bophit iis the pagoda in which the bronze Buddha statue in the attitude of subduing Mara is situated. This is one of the biggest Buddha statue in Thailand.
Wat Lokaya Sutha is considered as the sacred place for pilgrims since it’s famous for the reclining Buddha statue. It is also the most important relics in most of those in Wat Lokaya Sutha.
Heading back to Bangkok.

Last stop, we visit the Royal Summer Palace in Bang Pa-in district. Situated about 60 km northern away from Bangkok, this palace is called Royal Summer Palace since it is a favorite resort of royal. Being a favorite resort of royal, the Royal Summer palace showcases an eclectic collection of buildings that blend European, Khmer, Thai and Chinese architectural styles.
Heading back to Bangkok. The rest time of day is on your own.
Accommodation : At the hotel in Bangkok
Meals: Breakfast

Day 5: Ayutthaya Historical Park – Bangkok (B)

Day 6: Bangkok – Flight to Chiang Rai (B)

The morning will be on your own to go to shopping or explore Bangkok by yourself.
In the afternoon, we transfer to the airport, taking a flight to Chiang Rai. Checking-in the hotel in Chiang Rai and then you are free.
Accommodation : At the hotel in Chiang Rai
Meals: Breakfast

Day 7: Chiang Rai City tour (B)

After breakfast, Start at White Temple (Wat Rong Khun), a stunning white temple designed by national artist Chalermchai Kositpipat. Continue to Blue Temple (Wat Rong Suea Ten), known for its striking blue tones created by one of Chalermchai’s disciples.

We then drive to Baan Dam (Black House) the proud work of Thawan Duchanee, a Chiang Rai born Thai artist who has developed a own style of work representing the darkness in humanity. With lots of red and black hues, skins, skulls and various other animal parts made into artwork.

After lunch on your own we will take on our boat cruise on Mae Kok river from Chiang Rai to Karen village. Transfer back to Chiang Rai. Overnight in Chiang Rai.

Accommodation : At the hotel in Chiang Rai
Meals: Breakfast

Day 8: Chiang Rai – Doi Mae Salong – Golden Triangle – Chiang Saen (B)

In the moring, after breakfast, our driver and guide will meet you at your hotel.
Drive up to Doi Mae Salong, on the way stops at Akha Hill tribe Village, the most beautiful women’s head wares, decorated with assorted coins, shells, beats feathers and animals. Also visit to Yao Hill tribe Village who originate in southern China, and their houses built usually of wooden planks on a dirt road.
Continue to Santi Kiri Village (Yunan Chinese Comities), with its Tea Plantations and also co-op store where homemade wines, medical herbs and other locally grown products are sold. They are ethnic Chinese, descendents of KMT Nationalist Chinese army regiment that took refuge in Thailand almost 50 years ago
Continue to visit the Golden Triangle where the borders of three countries; Thailand, Laos, and Myanmar are met. See the Golden Buddha Statue and take a boat on Mekong River. Then, visit to Opium museum where show about the opium’s history in the past in Thailand
Then transfer back to the hotel in Chiang Saen.

Accommodation : At the hotel in Chiang Saen
Meals: Breakfas

Day 9: Chiang Saen – Chiang Mai (B)

After breakfast, we will depart to visit "Doi tung Palace " or " King’s mother garden ” the palace in the big beautiful valley which has a huge garden with more varieties of flowers. In the place, see the main hall where the people can show their respect to the photos of the Princess mother or the King's mother. You can also see silk embroidering in the name of the flowers which start from the English alphabet and the beautiful painting which can change the color and light while you're walking from one corner to the other corner. Enjoy the lovely view point from the palace balcony with the view of the garden and mountains' view. You can enjoy walking in the garden and take a photo of the statue called " The continuety " right in the middle of the garden.
Continue to move to Chiang Mai. It takes about 5-hour driving, therefore you can take your time to relax after checking-in the hotel in Chiang Mai.

Accommodation : At the hotel in Chiang Mai
Meals: Breakfast

Day 10: Chiang Mai City – Doi Suthep Hill (B)

After breakfast, we have a walking tour to the old town. You will see the most beautiful temples of Chiang Mai including of Wat Phra Singh temple, Wat Phan Tao, Wat Chedi Luang
Wat Phra Singh is one of the most sacred temples in Chiang Mai with Lanna style architecture. And it is well-known for the name”The temple of the Lion Buddha”.
We then continue to Wat Phan Tao, an ancient temple with beautiful garden area sitting right next to the sacred Wat Chedi Luang in Chiang Mai town.
Next to Wat Phan Tao is Wat Chedi Luang a Buddhist temple in the historic centre of Chiang Mai, Thailand. Its chedi is one of the tallest structures in the old city. There are a lots of important Buddhist holidays take place here.
Then you will stroll along small streets lined with traditional houses, where you will take a rickshaw tour. After that, you will take a walking through the central market of Warorot, which is a great spot for travelers wanting to experience the true Thai culture and daily life.
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.
Return to the hotel and you can relax or enjoy going to the night market by your own
Accommodation : At the hotel in Chiang Mai
Meals: Breakfast

Day 10: Chiang Mai City – Doi Suthep Hill (B)

Day 11:Chiang Mai - Chiang Dao - Mae Ping river cruise - Chiang Mai (B)

After your breakfast at your hotel, leaving to Chiang Dao Area, visit Chiang Dao Temple cave where once it used to be the cave where the soldier troops of Myanmar stopped for resting before attacked Chiang Mai in 1500s. See the starlactite and starlacmite from lime stone in different forms and sizes in the cave.
Afternoon take two hour boat trip along the Mae Ping River is 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. Transfer back to hotel for your free time. Overnight in Chiang Mai.

Accommodation : At the hotel in Chiang Mai
Meals: Breakfast

Day 11:Chiang Mai - Chiang Dao - Mae Ping river cruise - Chiang Mai (B)

Day 12: Chiang Mai - Doi Inthanon – Chiang Mai (B)

This day will start with a transfer to Doi Inthanon National Park. passing through various villages, rice fields and orchards. Upon arrival at Inthanon Mountain, we will spend spend 2-3 hours trekking to Thailand’s highest mountain at 2565 meters above sea level.

Immerse yourself in the beautiful scenery, impressive waterfalls, and lush mountain forests. We first stop to the summit to see the great twin Royal Pagodas: Phra Mahathat Napha Methanidon and Phra Mahathat Naphaphon Bhumisiri. Each pagoda also has relics of Buddha.

We then visit Wachirathan waterffalls by a short trek along Michael’s Trail. After walk down the hill & have a short break at a local Hmong market, we will have lunch time. In the afternoon, continue to visit Hmong and Karen hill tribe village at Ban Mae Klang Village to observe their still primitive lifestyle.

En route we will pass through the farmland where you will see the coffee plantation, flowers farm and the beautiful rice terraces. Transfer back to your hotel in Chiang Mai.

Accommodation : At the hotel in Chiang Mai
Meals: Breakfast

Day 12: Chiang Mai - Doi Inthanon – Chiang Mai (B)

Day 13: Chiang Mai - Poopoo Paper park – Flight to Phuket via Bangkok (B) No guide in Phuket

Morning after breakfast, we transfer to Elephant Poopoo Paper Park, where you can know the procedure from elephant poo to final paper product. You will also have a chance to make paper by yourself with possibility to buy hand-made souvenir from Chiang Mai. Return to city and drop you off at your hotel.

In the afternoon, time would be free at your own until we transfer to airport, taking a flight to Phuket. Checking-in the hotel in Phuket and then you are free to explore Phuket by night.

Time for flight from Chiang Mai to Phuket: FD3162 13:20 – 15:10 by Air Asia.

Accommodation: At the hotel in Phuket

Meals: Breakfast

Day 13: Chiang Mai - Poopoo Paper park – Flight to Phuket via Bangkok (B) No guide in Phuket

Day 14: Phuket – Phang Nga Bay – Phuket (B)

Today we will spend all day to explore the charm of Phuket. After having breakfast, we will start dosing up on Vitamin D in a sea canoe to visit Phang Nga Bay, the most beautiful bays of Thailand with the sheer limestone karsts that jut vertically out of the emerald-green water and alternate between cocktails and watersports.
The rest of day is at leisure.
Accommodation : At the hotel in Phuket
Meals: Breakfast

Day 15: Phuket Beach free & easy (B)

Relax, unwind and enjoy the beautiful beaches and unrivalled charms of south Thailand.
Accommodation : At the hotel in Phuket
Meals: Breakfast

Day 16: Phuket Beach free & easy (B) No guide, No driver

Relax, unwind and enjoy the beautiful beaches and unrivalled charms of south Thailand.
Accommodation : At the hotel in Phuket
Meals: Breakfast

Day 17: Phuket Departure (B) No guide

After breakfast, free time until transfer by the driver at Phuket airport for your departure flight. End of services of Thai Unika!

Accommodation : NA
Meals: Breakfast

Trip notes

Included:

Accommodation in twin/double room with daily breakfast at the below indicated room types (see hotel category list below) (check-in and check-out around noontime)
Local travel insurance (Day tours without guide can't be included an insurance)
Meals (B/L/D) (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner) as indicated in the program
Services of a driver and private air-conditioned vehicle during all tours and transfers (except group tours by sharing transfer)
Experienced English-speaking guide during all tours and transfers (except group tours by sharing guide)
Entrance fees for all visits as mentioned in the itinerary
02 bottles of mineral water per person per day on bus - on days of transfer and sightseeing only

Excluded:

Early check-in or late check-out (Standard check in time after 14:00 or 15:00; Standard check out time normally before 12:00)
International & Domestic flight tickets
Meals (other than mentioned in the program)
Additional transfer required due to dany emergency situation
Tips
Optional tours/optional services
Visa - as per country requirements
Airport transfer surcharge for guide between 10:00 pm to 6:30 am is 15 USD/way.
Surcharge fees for peak season