Classic Thailand: Bangkok, Chiang Mai, & Phuket

Depart from SFO/LAX/JFK on Singapore Airlines or major airlines.

On arrival you will be met by our guide and transferred to your hotel

Overnight in Bangkok

Bangkok Highlights: City/Temples & Klong Tour (incl. lunch)

Visit two of the most important sights of Bangkok: the Reclining Buddha at Wat Pho is a giant lying Buddha, covered in gold leaf. The Grand Palace is a âmust seeâ?for every visitor. Located close to the banks of the Chao Phraya River the Grand Palace is the perfect example of an ancient Siamese court. Within the compound is the Temple of Emerald Buddha (Wat Pra Kaew), Lunch will be served in a Thai restaurant. Travel on the Chao Phraya River (The River of Kings) and on through the Klongs (canals) of Thonburi. You will have the chance to observe and photograph the serene family homes and temples along the waterways, which gave the city the name âVenice of the Eastâ? You will also pay a visit to one of the most photographed sights in Bangkok, the Wat Arun. The majestic shrine has a pagoda of 76 m high. It is decorated with glazed ceramic pieces, that reflect the rising sun and gave the temple its name.

Duration: 5.5 – 7 hrs dep. on the hotel location and traffic situation.

Pick up time from the hotel: 08:30 (if no other time announced by the guide)

Included : Round-trip transfer in Bangkok city-center Hotel (Prathunam, Silom, lower Sukhumvit, Riverside) only* / Entrance fee / English speaking tour guide

Important: Please note that you are required to wear proper attire (no bare shoulder, bare knees or strapless-heel shoes). Shoes must be removed before entering all temple buildings.

Overnight in Bangkok

Breakfast at hotel

Transfer to airport for flight to Chiang Mai (Flight is not included)

Upon arrival in Chiang Mai, meet and greet with our local English Speaking tour guide. Transfer to your hotel

Overnight in Chiang Mai

City temples & Doi Suthep

Depart the hotel continuing up the mountain to Wat Phra That DoiSuthep, Chiang Mai’s biggest attraction, and one of the most beautiful temples in Southeast Asia. Climb all 309 steps of the Golden Naga staircase to reach the top and then be met by massive stupas covered in gold, as well as a uniquely spiritual environment.

Afterwards head back downtown and change your mode of transport to the more traditional trishaw as you will travel through the most historic areas of Chiang Mai. Stop to visit Wat Phrasing which houses the beautiful Lai Kham Chapel with its exquisite wood carving and northern style murals. Continue to Wat ChediLuang, containing an enormous Pagoda, which was partially destroyed by an earthquake in 1545. Back to the hotel

Afternoon Free at leisure.

Overnight in Chiang Mai

Elephant Encounter at the Sanctuary (Full Day Visit) (Joining Basis)

Pick up from your hotel by local 4WD Truck.Drive approximately 1.5 hours outside of Chiang Mai through rural landscapes, agricultural areas, and forested hills. Arrive at the village. Meet your guide and walk for 10-15 minutes through the village to the Elephant Jungle Sanctuary. Change into traditional clothing. Enjoy an introductory lesson about elephant anatomy, history, and behavior. Meet the elephants. Feed, interact, and play with the elephants in their natural home as you learn about their behaviour and history. Take photos with the elephants. Enjoy a lunch of traditional Thai food and fresh fruit. Walk with the elephants to the river. Bathe and brush the elephants. Join the elephants for a therapeutic mud spa. Swim in the river and take photos with the elephants. Change clothes and walk for 10-15 minutes through the village. Leave the Sanctuary and return to Chiang Mai.

Overnight in Chiang Mai

Transfer to Chiang Mai airport for departure flight to Phuket. (Air ticket is excluded).

On arrival, you will be met our guide and transferred to the hotel.

Overnight in Phuket

Phi Phi Island Tour by Join Speedboat (Incl. lunch/SIC)

By join speed boat to Phi Phi island. Enjoy a swim / snorkel stop at its beach. Drive to Phi Phi Ley famous for it’s birds nests. (Join speedboat transfer timing : 45 mins. Capacity 30 pax per boat)

Pick up from your hotel and arrive at the prestigious Royal Phuket Marina. Depart for Phi Phi Island. Snorkeling and Swimming in clear water at Pileh Cove, Sightseeing the Viking Cave now home to bird nest producing swallows, Take a photo at “The Monkey Beach”. Appreciate the magnificent marine life at the GREAT CORAL REEF. Lunch will be served at Phi Phi Cabana Hotel.

After lunch, Explore to “Bamboo Island” is flat beautiful island with blending white sand and very clear water. Take your Relaxing on beach or Swimming and Snorkeling. There is also a nice coral reef near the beach. Relax and swimming at Rang Yai Island (depending on the tide and weather condition). Return to the Royal Phuket Marina and transfer back to your hotel.

Duration: 08:00- 17.00 hrs.

SIC Operate: Daily

Tour Includes: Round-trip transfer/ English speaking guide/ Speed boat/ Lunch & Soft drinks/ Insurance/ Snorkeling equipment (Mask, snorkel & Life jacket)

Remark: No minimum pax required, 1pax can be operated

What to bring: Swimming wear, shorts, Light T-shirt, Beach Towel, Sun Block, Sun Cap, Sunglasses, Camera and film, Light Deck Shoes and a little Money for Sundries.

Important Note:

– Notification from National Marine Park – Maya Bay will be closed temporarily for nature recover from 01 October 2018 onward until further notice.

– This program is subject to change according to the weather and sea condition.***

Overnight in Phuket

Day free at leisure

Overnight in Phuket

Breakfast at hotel

Transfer to airport for your flight to next destination.