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Thailand Highlights

  • Duration
    13 days
  • Tour Type
    Group Tour
  • Tour Style
    Classic
  • Price From
    £3,590pp
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A two-week journey from south to north, this perfect first-timer tour of Thailand encompasses all the top sights as well as venturing into less-explored areas to explore pristine nature and local culture with a stay at a beautiful eco-lodge.

  • Fully Inclusive
    Touring with Guides and entrance fees
  • Included Meals
    Breakfasts: 11 , Lunches: 10 , Dinners: 11
  • Flights
    International flights and current taxes
  • Accommodation
    11 nights in 3+/4 star accommodation
  • Group Tour
    Max Group Size: 28
  • Physical Rating 1Learn More
    X A reasonable level of fitness is required and you should expect to be on your feet for much of the day. You’ll be getting on and off coaches, trains or boats and walking around the sights, often including steps, plus occasional longer walks. Download the detailed tour dossier for details of your chosen tour. Learn More
    Walking, some steps and time on your feet
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Tour Highlights

Our Thailand Highlights tour will see you exploring the most iconic sites, delving into deep-rooted culture and dining on delicious cuisine.

Authentic Experiences

Our Tour has been thoughtfully designed and thoroughly researched to bring you a range of once-in-a-lifetime experiences, many of which are entirely exclusive to us.

Tour Itinerary

This tour is suitable for those with a reasonable amount of time and who are looking for a comprehensive tour of the main sights and cities in Thailand. This tour utilises the time to optimise your visit in each destination.

  • Days 1-2
    Fly overnight to Bangkok
    Days 1-2 Fly overnight to Bangkok

    Fly overnight to the vibrant city of Bangkok. Depending on your time of arrival, the rest of the day is yours to start soaking up the local culture.

    • Dinner
  • Day 3
    Discover Bangkok
    Day 3 Discover Bangkok

    Bangkok is a whirlwind of exotic energy, a sensory extravaganza like few other cities. Neoclassical houses rub shoulders with high-rise skyscrapers and majestic golden temples, while river taxis and ferries throng its busy canals. Today's sightseeing includes Wat Pho, the dazzling Grand Palace and a stroll through Chinatown. Later, take to the Chao Phraya River on a longboat to get an alternative view of the city.

    • Breakfast
    • Lunch
    • Dinner
  • Day 4
    Bridge Over the River Kwai
    Day 4 Bridge Over the River Kwai

    Enjoy the sights and sounds of the Damnoen Saduak Floating Market and the bizarre Railway Track Market before heading out of Bangkok to Kanchanaburi. It was here that many Allied POWs and indentured Asian labourers were forced to build the Thai-Burma Railway during the WWII Japanese occupation of Thailand. Stop at the famous bridge on the River Kwai and visit the Thai-Burmese Railway Museum to learn their stories, then pay your respects at the War Cemetery before checking into your hotel. Spend the night in Kanchanaburi.

    • Breakfast
    • Lunch
    • Dinner
  • Day 5
    Explore Kanchanaburi
    Day 5 Explore Kanchanaburi

    Drive to Hellfire Pass and visit the fascinating museum before a short walk through the pass. Step on board an old locomotive to travel along a section of the Death Railway, passing through the Kwai Gorge. Return to Bangkok in the afternoon.

    • Breakfast
    • Lunch
    • Dinner
  • Day 6
    Ayutthaya
    Day 6 Ayutthaya

    A scared city and former royal capital, Ayutthaya today is a crumbled kingdom that has retained its bygone splendour. Explore this impressive archaeological site, touring the principal sights including Bang Pa-In, the former royal summer residence. Return to Bangkok and fly to Chiang Rai, a city in Thailand's northern highlands.

    • Breakfast
    • Lunch
    • Dinner
  • Day 7
    Golden Triangle
    Day 7 Golden Triangle

    Transfer to the area known as the Golden Triangle – the point where the borders of Thailand, Laos and Burma meet and notorious for the cultivation of opium that used to take place here. Take a boat ride on the Mekong over the border into Laos and visit Don Sao Island where you can take a leisurely stroll through the local market. Return to Chiang Rai. Explore the night market this evening.

    • Breakfast
    • Lunch
    • Dinner
  • Day 8
    Mae Salong Mountain
    Day 8 Mae Salong Mountain

    Travel to Mae Salong Mountain, an area well known for its tea plantations – you can sample some of the local brew whilst you are here. Enjoy a Yunnanese lunch before visiting Doi Tung Palace and Mae Fah Luang Garden.

    • Breakfast
    • Lunch
    • Dinner
  • Day 9
    Hmong Hilltribe Lodge
    Day 9 Hmong Hilltribe Lodge

    Explore the striking Buddhist White Temple before departing Chiang Rai. Heading in the direction of Chiang Mai, you'll travel along a beautiful mountain road with breathtaking views. Entering Chiang Mai province, spend tonight at Hmong Hilltribe Lodge, an eco-lodge operated by Hmong villagers. Rooms are built in the traditional tribal style and overlook lush fields and hills. Dinner is followed by a Hmong folklore performance.

    • Breakfast
    • Lunch
    • Dinner

    Amazing Experiences

    • Lisu Eco-lodge

      Venture deep into the northern highlands and spend the night at one with nature at the Lisu eco-lodge, where you'll enjoy a local dinner and a Lisu folklore experience.

  • Day 10
    Discover Chiang Mai
    Day 10 Discover Chiang Mai

    Depart Hmong Lodge to Mae Daeng where you will enjoy a leisurely bamboo rafting trip on the Mae Daang River. Later, visit the ancient city of Wiang Kum Kam and take a walking tour of charming Chiang Mai, visiting Wat Chedi Luang and Wat Phra Singh.

    • Breakfast
    • Lunch
    • Dinner
  • Day 11
    Elephant Sanctuary Experience
    Day 11 Elephant Sanctuary Experience

    Spend the day at an ethical elephant sanctuary and retirement centre, where you can meet, feed and care for these rescued and elderly residents.

    • Breakfast
    • Lunch
    • Dinner

    Amazing Experiences

    • Chiang Mai's Elephant Care Centre

      Spend the day with Asian elephants at Chiang Mai's Thai Elephant Care Centre, a home for elderly pachyderms, where you’ll meet, feed and bathe the gorgeous residents.

  • Day 12
    Chiang Mai Cooking Class
    Day 12 Chiang Mai Cooking Class

    Discover the secrets of traditional Thai cooking with a morning cookery class. Ascend to Wat Doi Suthep, a temple perched on top of Doi Suthep Mountain. This evening, sit down to a Thai Kantoke dinner, and be entertained by a selection of cultural performances.

    • Breakfast
    • Lunch
    • Dinner
  • Day 13
    Fly Chiang Mai to UK
    Day 13 Fly Chiang Mai to UK

    Fly to the UK, arriving home the same or following day.

    • Breakfast

We draw from a wide range of hotels on our holidays, each one is chosen to suit the tour you are travelling on meaning your accommodation can range from a smart business hotel in one city to a family run guesthouse in a smaller town. Here are some examples of the type of hotel you can expect to find on this tour.

  • Nights 4
    Furama Silom Bangkok
    Furama Silom Bangkok
    Furama Silom Bangkok is centrally located, close to the Patpong Night Market, and stylishly modern. The hotel's numerous facilities include a fully equipped gym, steam room, rooftop pool and rooftop restaurant which have fantastic views over the city. The accommodation is spacious with contemporary décor with Thai touches. Floor to ceiling windows keep it light and the en suite bathroom has a shower, bathrobe and slippers.
  • Night 1
    Mida Resort Kanchanaburi
    Mida Resort Kanchanaburi
    This boutique resort set in beautiful natural surroundings outside of Kanchanaburi’s downtown, the Mida exudes a contemporary Thai-style. The stylish rooms are elegantly furnished with views of the tropical gardens – the en suite bathroom complete with bath and shower as well as a private outdoor shower. The restaurant has beautiful views over the river and there is a swimming pool plus pool bar.
  • Nights 3
    Duangtawan Hotel
    Duangtawan Hotel
    Excellently located right next to the famous night bazaar, the Duangtawan Hotel has a full range of facilities, from seven bars and restaurants, a swimming pool, fitness centre and spa. The spacious, light and airy rooms have city views and a bathroom with both a bath and shower.
  • Nights 2
    Laluna Hotel & Resort
    Laluna Hotel & Resort
    Just minutes from the famous night bazaar, the Laluna offers cosy Thai-style bungalows tucked amongst lush, tropical gardens. The lagoon-style pool, Jacuzzi, massage service and deck makes the friendly, relaxed atmosphere even more pronounced. The bungalows are spacious and simple with large beds and an en suite bathroom and views over the gardens.
  • Lisu Lodge
    Dton Loong Village, Mae Taeng 50100, Thailand
    Lisu Lodge
    This eco lodge, sat amongst the beauty of Thailand’s highlands is about 1.5 hours north of Chiang Mai. The lodge is a community based project and run by villagers of the nearby Lisu hill tribe. All food that is served here is locally sourced and from the property’s organic rice fields and vegetable patch. The simple rooms are in the traditional Lisu style and overlooks lush fields and hills. Each has a private en suite bathroom with shower. A stay at the lodge also features cultural experiences, giving you the chance to learn about the Lisu tribe.
    • Wi-Fi
    • Restaurant
City Average Temperate Monthly Rainfall
  • Bangkok
  • 28°c
  • 13mm
  • Chiang Mai
  • 22°c
  • 4mm
  • Chiang Rai
  • 21°c
  • 8mm
  • Kanchanaburi
  • 26°c
  • 3mm
City Average Temperate Monthly Rainfall
  • Bangkok
  • 29°c
  • 20mm
  • Chiang Mai
  • 24°c
  • 9mm
  • Chiang Rai
  • 22°c
  • 14mm
  • Kanchanaburi
  • 29°c
  • 18mm
City Average Temperate Monthly Rainfall
  • Bangkok
  • 30°c
  • 42mm
  • Chiang Mai
  • 27°c
  • 18mm
  • Chiang Rai
  • 25°c
  • 28mm
  • Kanchanaburi
  • 31°c
  • 29mm
City Average Temperate Monthly Rainfall
  • Bangkok
  • 31°c
  • 91mm
  • Chiang Mai
  • 30°c
  • 57mm
  • Chiang Rai
  • 28°c
  • 98mm
  • Kanchanaburi
  • 32°c
  • 78mm
City Average Temperate Monthly Rainfall
  • Bangkok
  • 30°c
  • 248mm
  • Chiang Mai
  • 29°c
  • 162mm
  • Chiang Rai
  • 28°c
  • 213mm
  • Kanchanaburi
  • 31°c
  • 145mm
City Average Temperate Monthly Rainfall
  • Bangkok
  • 30°c
  • 157mm
  • Chiang Mai
  • 28°c
  • 124mm
  • Chiang Rai
  • 28°c
  • 178mm
  • Kanchanaburi
  • 30°c
  • 86mm
City Average Temperate Monthly Rainfall
  • Bangkok
  • 29°c
  • 175mm
  • Chiang Mai
  • 28°c
  • 140mm
  • Chiang Rai
  • 27°c
  • 311mm
  • Kanchanaburi
  • 29°c
  • 103mm
City Average Temperate Monthly Rainfall
  • Bangkok
  • 29°c
  • 219mm
  • Chiang Mai
  • 28°c
  • 217mm
  • Chiang Rai
  • 27°c
  • 358mm
  • Kanchanaburi
  • 29°c
  • 98mm
City Average Temperate Monthly Rainfall
  • Bangkok
  • 29°c
  • 334mm
  • Chiang Mai
  • 27°c
  • 211mm
  • Chiang Rai
  • 27°c
  • 284mm
  • Kanchanaburi
  • 29°c
  • 220mm
City Average Temperate Monthly Rainfall
  • Bangkok
  • 29°c
  • 292mm
  • Chiang Mai
  • 27°c
  • 118mm
  • Chiang Rai
  • 26°c
  • 125mm
  • Kanchanaburi
  • 28°c
  • 209mm
City Average Temperate Monthly Rainfall
  • Bangkok
  • 28°c
  • 50mm
  • Chiang Mai
  • 25°c
  • 54mm
  • Chiang Rai
  • 23°c
  • 59mm
  • Kanchanaburi
  • 27°c
  • 59mm
City Average Temperate Monthly Rainfall
  • Bangkok
  • 27°c
  • 6mm
  • Chiang Mai
  • 22°c
  • 16mm
  • Chiang Rai
  • 20°c
  • 14mm
  • Kanchanaburi
  • 25°c
  • 6mm
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Thailand Highlights map

Places Visited: Bangkok (2N+1N) - Kanchanaburi (1N) - Chiang Rai (2N) - Hmong Hilltribe Lodge (1N) - Chiang Mai (3N)

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