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Day 1: Arrive in Bangkok

Transfer from Bangkok Airport to Bangkok to Sukhumvit.  Accommodation at The Standard, Bangkok Mahanakhon

Day 2: Private Half Day Monk Chanting, Wat Pho & Grand Palace & Evening Luxury Dinning at the Royal Villa

Half Day Monk Chanting, Wat Pho & Grand Palace

You will be picked up at 08:00. Go behind the scenes for a closer look at Buddhist culture. Start the morning with a trip to Wat Pho, arguably Bangkok’s most enchanting temple. Arrive just as the resident monks gather for their morning chants. Witness this deeply spiritual ritual and gain a better sense of Thailand’s Buddhist heritage. After the chants, take a walk around Wat Pho and see the vast collection of religious treasures on display. Admire the famed reclining Buddha image, which stretches 45-metres in length. Learn about the symbolism of the Buddha’s intricate footprint and witness devotees making offerings to this revered image. The tour then continues to the nearby Grand Palace, which has served as the seat of Thailand's revered Royal family for more than two centuries. Take a walk around the vast grounds, stopping in to explore the various temples, throne halls and museums within the compound. Visit the Emerald Buddha, the most revered Buddhist image in Thailand, and hear about its mysterious origins. Following the tour of these iconic Bangkok monuments, return to the hotel.

Evening Luxury Dining at the Royal Villa

Enjoy an unforgettable evening at a riverside oasis home to Thai royalty. Be enraptured by the charming Italian-style villa reflecting the history of Thai art, cuisine and culture while dining on a special Royal Thai cuisine dinner. Soak in the spectacular glittering views of the Temple of Dawn and Wat Pho for a night out like no other. You will be picked up at 6:00 pm by a luxury private speedboat from your riverside hotel and cruise along and across to the Chao Phraya River towards the Chakrabongse Villa. As a riverside oasis nestled in the historic district of Bangkok, the Italian-style Chakrabongse Villa was built by Prince Chakrabongse as a retreat from his palace life, and it is now in the hands of his granddaughter Narisa. The charming villa and the garden reflects the history of her royal family, Thai art, cuisine and culture that captures all visitors the moment they enter the property. Here, experience the serene and privileged lifestyle of a bygone era while being served a welcome cocktail. Then, enjoy a luxury meal carefully prepared with authentic Royal Thai cuisine using original family recipes from the palace kitchen. Indulge in the meal while soaking up the spectacular view of the Temple of Dawn from the riverside terrace. After dinner, embark on a private air-conditioned transfer for a ride to Rattanakosin Island. Make a brief stop at Wat Pho to enjoy the glittering chedis at night before returning to your hotel.


Photo: Grand Palace

Day 3: Private Half-Day Klongs with Temple of Dawn & Royal Barge Museum

Half-Day Klongs with Temple of Dawn and Royal Barge Museum

Today, be met at your hotel by your guide and take a longtail boat through Bangkok's canals to discover the true heart of the city. Start with a ride along the Chao Phraya River, also known as the "River of Kings". Admire the passing skyline where glittering pagodas stand in the shadows of towering skyscrapers. The boat then turns off the main waterway and onto the canals, or "klongs". See why Bangkok is often called the "Venice of the East", while cruising along the intricate network of canals. Capture glimpses of small villages on the water's edge and enjoy the slower pace of life away from the city centre. Make a stop at the Royal Barge Museum. See the eight spectacular boats used by Thailand's royal family to mark special occasions. Carved from teak and intricately decorated with gold leaf and mosaics, the barges are a truly impressive sight. Afterward, return to the boat and cruise back onto the Chao Phraya for one final stop to see Wat Arun, a 79-meter-high pagoda built in a style similar to Angkor Wat. Meaning "Temple of Dawn", Wat Arun is one Thailand's most beautiful temples and the perfect last stop on the day's tour. Following your tour, you'll be transferred back to your hotel.

Day 4: Bangkok to Chiang Mai

Transfer from Bangkok to Sukhumvit to Bangkok Airport.  Transfer from Chiang Mai Airport to Chiang Mai – Riverside.  Accommodation at the Ratilanna Riverside Spa Resort.

Day 5: Private Half-Day Wat Doi Suthep & White Hmong Hilltribe Tour

Half Day Wat Doi Suthep and White Hmong Hilltribe

Today, be met at your hotel by your guide and venture away from the city center of Chiang Mai for an insightful look at Thailand's rich culture. Start with a visit to Wat Phra That Doi Suthep. Situated on a mountain rising high above the city, this sacred pagoda offers fabulous views of Chiang Mai and its surroundings. Walk up the stairs to see the exquisite gilded stupa and learn about Thai Buddhist beliefs. Afterward, continue higher into the hills, traveling by Songtaew, a local truck. Drive along rough dirt roads to the Chang Khien Coffee Research Project. Enjoy a fresh cup of locally-grown Arabica coffee and hear about the North's flourishing coffee industry. It's a short drive onwards to a village inhabited by the White Hmong hill-tribe. Spend time exploring the village, meeting the inhabitants and learning about the traditions and customs of this unique ethnic group. Following this insightful village visit, return to the Songtaew and drive back to Chiang Mai. You will be transferred back to your hotel at the end of your day tour.


Photo: Pong Chor Reservoir in Mae Wang National Park Chiang Mai, Thailand

Day 6: Full-Day Elephant Discovery Camp

Bond and care for Asian elephants in a perfect paradise located on a secluded hill in the jungle of Chiang Mai. Learn from mahouts how to communicate, bathe and feed them. Then, spend some quality time interacting with these lumbering gentle giants. This morning you'll be met at your hotel and transferred to the Elephant Discovery Camp which is located on a hill in Mae Wang district. Have a fun experience on a short bamboo raft cruising up to the camp. Upon arrival at the camp, meet an elephant mahout, be introduced to the elephants, and learn about their story and daily lives. Interact and play with the elephants under the mahouts' supervision and watch them play in the mud pond. Learn to communicate with them and how to prepare nutritional food using various natural ingredients. Also, have fun bathing and soaking the elephants in a big pond. Lunch will be served at the camp.

Day 7: Chiang Mai to Phuket

Transfer from Chiang Mai to Riverside to Chiang Mai Airport.  Transfer from Phuket Airport to Phuket to Bangtao Beach.  Accommodation at The Pavilions Phuket.

Day 8: Full Day Phang Nga Bay and James Bond Island by Private Longtail Boat

Today, spend a day at sea visiting beautiful Phang Nga Bay from Phuket. After breakfast, you'll be met and driven to the jetty where a private, longtail boat awaits. Climb aboard and cast off to begin your adventure! Cross the emerald-green waters of the bay, passing by dramatic limestone karsts and uninhabited islands. Go ashore at 'James Bond Island', a distinctive rocky island that is a popular place for photos. The day is filled with several fantastic stops. Cruise through a pristine mangrove forest, getting a close look at the incredible ecosystems created by these ancient plants. Stop at secluded beaches to go swimming alongside colourful tropical fish. There is plenty of time to explore secluded beaches and soak up the sun. Around midday, a scrumptious picnic lunch will be served in a scenic location. Enjoy the fresh air and tropical breeze while dining on a delicious meal. As the sun begins to dip low into the sky, return to Phuket arriving in time to watch the sunset at the end of the day. You'll be transferred back to your hotel.


Photo: James Bond island with a thai traditional wooden longtail boat and beautiful sand beach in Phang Nga bay, Thailand

Day 9: Evening Farm–to–Table Dinner Experience by Jampa

You will be picked up at your hotel and transferred to one of the top restaurants in Thailand, Jampa. Set amidst a natural garden, Jampa Restaurant is a sustainable zero-waste cuisine under the concept of Farm to Fork and Fight Against Food Waste. It offers creative gastronomy with a wide range of intricate tasty and organic menus from local ingredients harvested on a daily basis from its own farm. Its ultimate goal is to leave minimal impact on Earth while giving the best farm experience plus sophisticated meals to all diners. Upon arrival at the restaurant around 17:00, be welcomed by a friendly staff and also a mocktail and taken on the guided farm tour in brief, picking up local ingredients like eggs or organic vegetables for garnish on your own dish. The tour will take up to 30 minutes. Following the tour, take a seat indoors with a cozy ambiance, surrounded by nature from the outdoors and enjoy your seven-course menu. After a scrumptious meal, transfer back to the hotel.

Day 10: Depart from Phuket

Transfer from Phuket to Bangtao Beach to Phuket Airport